Providing VDC and procurement services for a $368 million water and sewer infrastructure program
The expansion of the water and sewer infrastructure at Triangle Innovation Point in Sanford, North Carolina will increase the city's treatment capacity from 12 to 30 million gallons per day. Ferguson Waterworks provides detailed VDC logistics to identify and resolve issues before the lift station construction begins.
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Project Overview
Sanford, North Carolina, is making waves with the expansion of its water and sewer infrastructure at Triangle Innovation Point (TIP). The program is a $368 million investment. It will more than double the city’s water treatment capacity. This means going from 12 to 30 million gallons per day (MGD). Furthermore, it is set to improve treatment through advanced technologies such as activated carbon filtration. Lastly, it will provide utility services to new industrial areas. Backed by regional collaboration and significant public funding, this initiative positions TIP as a premier industrial mega site, ready to deliver reliable infrastructure, regional resilience, and thousands of new jobs.
Project Scope
Water and sewer infrastructure projects frequently face complexities. Especially when incorporating lift stations. This project required one new lift station and three lift station renovations – each designed to handle up to 3 MGD and nearly 30 miles of water and sewer pipeline ranging from 6” to 36”.
What factors complicated construction and coordination efforts for this lift station project?
Firstly, the site conditions offered several challenges. For example, limited access, proximity to existing utilities, and unforeseen subsurface conditions. These factors often complicate construction and coordination efforts, which can cause unexpected delays and cost overruns.
Secondly, the TIP project required system integration with existing infrastructure to avoid service disruption. Integrating new systems with existing networks demands meticulous planning to ensure compatibility and to prevent service disturbances.
In short, our challenge was to: Strategically plan for site conditions and system integrations in order to minimize setbacks, budget constraints, and inflationary pressures on materials.
Ferguson Waterworks prevents costly setbacks with precise modeling services.
Ferguson was strategically brought into the water and sewer infrastructure expansion project to serve as an innovative Waterworks Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) partner, seamlessly integrating into the project team’s workflow.
How did Ferguson Waterworks VDC solutions optimize the water and sewer infrastructure expansion?
The Ferguson Waterworks VDC team addressed the strategic infrastructure challenges by creating a comprehensive digital model of the lift stations. These models incorporated real-world data through advanced reality-capture technologies. As a result, providing precise visualizations of the site conditions. This information facilitated accurate clash detection and coordination among various systems. By simulating potential scenarios and construction alternatives, the VDC team helped identify and resolve a range of issues before they manifested on-site.
Keeping budgets and timelines on track with an accurate Bill of Materials.
Not only did the Ferguson team facilitate a clear and detailed plan for the lift station construction project, but we also provided an accurate Bill of Materials (BOM). The material estimate was generated directly from our VDC model. Therefore, streamlining the process from procurement to mobilization.
Why is Ferguson Waterworks a valuable partner for large infrastructure projects?
Integrating the Ferguson Waterworks VDC team fostered enhanced stakeholder collaboration, aligning project goals and timelines. This collaborative environment led to more efficient resource utilization and better risk management.
- Advanced Reality-Capture Services
- Dedicated VDC Experts
- Streamlined BOM Creation, Material Procurement, and Delivery
- Enhanced Project Management
The Solution: Ferguson Waterworks
This client chose Ferguson for their water and sewer infrastructure project because of our comprehensive capabilities, industry expertise, and commitment to innovation. This proactive approach contributed to the project’s successful delivery, setting a new benchmark for improving the region’s water and sewer infrastructure.
Our team is committed to delivering value. That’s why we strive for innovations that streamline traditional construction practices. This means we work with you from ideation to execution. We prioritize detailed planning with industry-leading VDC services and best practices, spearhead clear communication with custom project schedules, and collaborate with all stakeholders. As a result, we help avoid costly setbacks and maintain timeline expectations.
Connect with Ferguson Waterworks for your next water and sewer infrastructure project.
Let us help you identify potential design conflicts early, reduce rework, and optimize resource allocation. Through decades of experience and a proactive approach, we provide valuable insights and solutions to complex challenges. By partnering with Ferguson, clients gain a trusted collaborator who delivers high-quality, efficient, and innovative solutions for their water and sewer infrastructure projects. Contact your local expert today.
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