On Location August 2014
Michigan Blood Lab Renovation
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Upcoming Milestones »» Start remaining HLA space, 8/11 »» Fridge/freezer delivery to Phase 5, 8/19 »» Lunch at the Ballpark, 8/22 »» Completion of Phase 4, 9/5
Executive Summary The summer is starting to come to an end, but we continue to make progress throughout the building. In July, we completed the DNA Post Amplification room. We came across some pressurization issues in this area, but the entire team came together to develop a solution quickly so the timing of the validation period was not impacted. Other than the pressurization hiccup, this phase progressed smoothly. All trade contractors worked closely with Doug to hold each other accountable for the overall schedule of the project and work to improve it every day. We also changed the phasing plan of the project this month. Originally, Phase 4 was limited to the old DNA Post Room & the main corridor, but after a walk-through, it was determined that we could not move the northeast corner of the Component Lab at this time due to the amount of available space. To overcome this hurdle, the team decided that the west quarter of Phase 5 could be rolled into Phase 4, allowing additional space for this group. Dustin Kuzeè, Project Manager dkuzee@elzinga-volkers.com
View of the new therapy space from above.
Phase 7 Distribution
The Look Ahead
This month, we will work in the HLA/Reference area and the Component Lab. The phasing changes have allowed us to increase the overall square footage of this phase while accommodating the staff. In a few weeks, the current staff will be able to relocate to their final location in completed Phase 4. We are also taking extreme measures when working In the Phase 4 Old DNA Post Room. All demolished material will be bagged before leaving the room. This ensures that no contaminants escape the room and cause issues for the staff. -Doug Eddy, Field Manager
Phase 6 Component Lab Part 2 Phase 5 Component Lab Part 1 Phase 4 HLA/ Reference Phase 3 Post DNA Phase 2 Pre DNA Phase 1 Therapy and Multipurpose
Partial demolition of the new Component Lab space.
Track the Project’s Progress as the Blood Bag Fills!
Automatic door going into HLA.
On Location | August 2014
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k r a p l l a B Lunch at the
August 22, 11:30AM to 1PM Elzinga & Volkers and Michigan Blood would like to thank all the trade contractors for their hard work onsite and the Michigan Blood staff for their understanding and collaboration throughout the construction project.
Join us in the Michigan Blood Parking Lot for ballpark food and fun!
Phasing Plan
Keep an eye on this section for changes and updates to the project phasing plan.
On Location | August 2014
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