Innovations in Transportation Inc. (INIT) was faced with a pair of challenges when constructing its Chesapeake, Va., headquarters.
The world leader in developing and supplying integrated ITS (intelligent transportation systems) and ticketing systems for public transportation not only sought metal panels that would support both a dual office and warehouse manufacturing environment, but also paneling that would emulate the modern look and feel of the company’s world headquarters in Karlsruhe, Germany.
INIT was concerned having a metal building as its office would cause employees to experience uncomfortably warm conditions, and feared the electronic devices – designed to make public transport more attractive, fast and efficient – stored in its manufacturing facility would not receive the appropriate insulation required to function properly.
Over 21,000 square feet of Metl-Span insulated metal panels provide INIT’s Chesapeake Va., headquarters with the highest quality of insulation and aesthetic value.
The Metl-Span CF Architectural insulated metal wall panel proved to be the ideal solution for each of INIT’s design challenges, and the company officially opened its sustainable and sleek new building for business on Aug 3, 2017.
Each Metl-Span insulated metal panel contains an advanced urethane core making them the most thermally efficient panels available. This efficiency made Metl-Span CF Architectural wall panels an attractive option to protect the company’s assets. From keeping office employees comfortable to protecting warehouse products, IMPs provided the proper insulation to accommodate the array of commodities housed by INIT. In addition to providing protection from the effects of extreme weather, Metl-Span insulated metal panels also helped to expedite EPOC Construction Company’s installation time to get the facility up and running quickly.
From an aesthetic standpoint, Metl-Span panels gave the building the contemporary look the company desired. With over 21,000 square feet of elegant Igloo White and Solar White paneling, along with green-colored panels to match the color of INIT’s rich green logo, Metl-Span insulated metal panels serve as a perfect complement to the building’s windows and masonry.
“We wanted a really sleek European look to our building,” said Lee Nobles, INIT Manager of Purchasing and Logistic Repair. “The quality of the panels far exceeded what we expected.”
For more information on Metl-Span’s unique blend of insulation and performance, visit metlspan.com/performance
Related Stories
Metals | May 29, 2019
Resilient design in metal building roof and wall panels [AIA Course]
This course explains why severe weather events are causing designs, standards, and codes to be revisited.
Sponsored | Metals | Mar 25, 2019
Insulated metal panels achieve high-tech design aesthetics
The new facility is expected to increase the number of jobs within the community.
Sponsored | Metals | Mar 21, 2019
Fire performance of Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs)
It is important to understand that the IBC has different requirements regarding the use of specific materials depending on the configuration of the building as well as its end use.
Sponsored | Metals | Dec 27, 2018
Custom-colored metal panels accentuate unique architectural design of progressive pediatric office
Sponsored | Metals | Nov 8, 2018
GKD and world-class concert acoustics
The fan-shaped building, although multi-faceted, was never fully intended to be a concert hall. Because of this, the acoustics greatly suffered.
Metals | Oct 16, 2018
Metal mesh lends 'natural, chill vibe' to South Austin rental complex
Architects wanted a graphic treatment with a lot more pop for the third building in the complex.
Sponsored | Metals | Oct 2, 2018
Metra Union Pacific/West Commuter Railroad Station
Curved metal canopies boost safety, appeal of commuter train station.
Sponsored | Metals | Sep 28, 2018
Metal Mesh’s Emerging Popularity in Multifamily Building Design
One increasingly popular choice for enhancing aesthetic qualities of multifamily projects is metal mesh.
Sponsored | Metals | Sep 21, 2018
How to combine unconventional aesthetic design with high-performance envelope components
Church expansion project combines unconventional aesthetic design with high-performance building envelope components.