Deerfield Beach Mitigation Operations Center
2008 Tilt-Up Achievement Award Winner :: Institutional Division
Submitted by Tilt-Con Corporation of Altamonte Springs, Florida
As Deerfield Beach, Fla., grows at an expansive rate, the community realized its need for a hurricane-proof fire rescue headquarters station. Construction of the emergency operations facility called for a building that could withstand category five winds. To meet these safety needs with a cost-effective outlook and in a timely manner, the owner relied on the Tilt-Up method.
Tilt-Con Corporation was able to construct complex Tilt-Up panels of various sizes and shapes that allowed for a dramatic arched entryway for fire trucks. The design plans also required special panels for large arched doorways.
The wood-like architectural look of the facility was created using a special formliner. Yellow and red tones were applied to enhance the natural vibe of the design-scheme. Serving as an emergency operations center during Florida storms, the facility’s features include male and female dorms, a communications area, kitchen, food pantry and locker rooms. By using the Tilt-Up method, the Deerfield Beach community was able to guarantee a financial return for the city.
The sustainability of the structure is expected to protect residents for many years to come.
Project Notes
- Tallest Panel
- 46'-0"
- Largest Panel
- 710 sq ft
- Heaviest Panel
- 105,000 lbs
Participating TCA Members
- Tilt-Con Corporation
- Role: Tilt-Up Contractor
- Steinbicker & Associates, Inc.
- Role: Structural Engineer
The purpose of the TCA Awards Program is to recognize outstanding site cast Tilt-Up structures and advances in technology, products and methods used in the Tilt-Up industry. For more information on the program, submittal requirements and deadline dates, please refer to the awards submittal information page.
If you have further questions, please contact Jim Baty by email or by phone at (319) 895-6911.
Deerfield Beach Mitigation Operations Center
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Click on any photo to enlarge it
