Hanson Pipe & Precast, a leading manufacturer of concrete pipe and precast products, recently partnered with Dallas-based UT Southwestern Medical Center, that was pursuing LEED® certification on its latest project, to provide a sustainable and environmentally-friendly design for the UT Southwestern Medical Center Phase 5.
Engineers at Halff and Associates in Dallas designed an underground detention system to collect rainwater runoff and use the captured water for the area’s sprinkler systems. Hanson Pipe & Precast’s Grand Prairie, Texas, facility provided a series of in-line box culverts for an efficient system designed to accommodate the limited space and flotation risks at the site, and to provide ease of installation for the contractor, Wright Construction.
“Working with Hanson, we were able to achieve efficient, intelligent and sustainable design with this project,” said John Kolb, Wright Construction. “Hanson’s product was the most cost effective and provided us with easier installation than similar products on the market,” said John Kolb, Wright Construction.
This use of box culverts, one of Hanson’s most commonly made products, reduces the need for potable water to be used outdoors and contributes to earning credits for the LEED certification process. In addition, the products were supplied by a local Hanson facility and partially made with recycled materials – both of which help the owner achieve their LEED goals.
“With the rise in LEED certified projects, our customers can trust the use of our high quality, reliable products they have purchased for years to meet this new project criteria, that benefit generations to come,” said Richard Manning, President of Hanson Building Products.
Hanson Pipe & Precast is a division of Hanson Building Products North America. One of Hanson Building Products' corporate strategies is continued focus on sustainability. The company is known throughout North America for excellent occupational safety, environmental stewardship, high quality standards and contributions to its local communities.
About Hanson Pipe & Precast
Hanson Pipe & Precast is the largest manufacturer of concrete pipe and precast products in North America. With approximately 3,500 employees, the company has a network of manufacturing facilities and delivery capabilities that span the continent. Hanson Pipe & Precast products are used in residential and commercial applications that support our infrastructure’s needs, including storm water drainage and water transportation. For more information, visit www.hansonpipeandprecast.com.
About Hanson Building Products North America
Hanson Building Products North America is comprised of Hanson Pipe & Precast, Hanson Pressure Pipe, Hanson Structural Precast, Hanson Brick, Hanson Hardscapes and Hanson Roof Tile. Based in Irving, Texas, Hanson Building Products North America employs approximately 4,500 people and operates 150 facilities with products available throughout the U.S. and Canada. To learn more about Hanson's sustainability efforts and quality products, services and building technology, please visit www.hansonbuildingproducts.com.
Hanson Building Products North America and its divisions are part of the HeidelbergCement Group, the global leader in aggregates with leading positions in cement, concrete and heavy building. The company employs approximately 57,000 people across five continents.