Distribution Center Decommissioning
Facility Type:
Auto Parts Distribution Center
Project:
DC Decommissioning and Repurposing
Location:
McDonough, GA
Facilitating the Repurposing of an Auto Parts Distribution Center
- Building decommissioning in preparation for a new tenant
- Assisting in moving operations to a new facility location
Project Quick Facts
Materials Removed
- Stack rack
- 2 shelving supported mezzanines
- 1 racking supported mezzanine
- 1 free standing mezzanine
- Pushback racking
- Conveyor
- Elevated conveyor
- Fencing
Challenges
- Staged materials on-site in preparation for shipping to various locations.
- Scrapped a large amount of material utilizing multiple salvage companies.
- Collaborated with a fully operational facility to ensure an uninterrupted workflow.
- Managed the logistics for loading and removal more than 30 truckloads of material.
Our Approach
Our Account Manager, Dan Fey, was tasked with restoring a working distribution center to its former state. A complex project involving multiple external resources, expertly managed by J&J throughout its entirety.
Outcome
- This 3-month long project had an average of 10 crew members working up to 10 hours daily.
- This project was completed on-time and on-budget.
- The project goals were met, and they appreciated the attention to detail in maintaining the building’s cleanliness, and structural integrity ensuring a smooth transition and setup for the next tenant.