This project was slightly different to most in that Caterpillar already had a pre-approved budget so it was a case of which Modular supplier could give them the most for their money or put another way – best value. We were able to supply a four-bay modular building manufactured off-site and then delivered to their Leicester site. The building required a number of High-Tec internal specifications with a ventilated laboratory and soundproofed internal walls, floors, and ceilings. This was to provide a quiet environment, allowing the office staff to work undisturbed by the operations of the lab. The office designed dado trunking, data points and floor boxes and finally the addition of kitchen facilities to provide a self-sufficient unit for a number of staff.

The guys at Caterpillar faced a number of challenges, including a finite budget for a high-spec, high-quality building within a tight time frame and a site that posed
installation problems. The ground conditions around the pad foundations, on which the building stands were not firm enough to allow installation in the normal way which would traditionally be by Hiab (Lorry mounted crane). Finally, strict security regarding access to the site and working environment was in place to ensure the integrity of the confidential activity involved in the building.

GCS experience proved useful in solving the challenges, we were able to react quickly and provide an appealing design for evaluation which when approved was fast-tracked through the factory and ready for installation ahead of schedule. A demanding project was completed with all boxes ticked – fit for purpose, high quality, fast turnaround and all installation obstacles met head on and resolved satisfactorily.

Caterpillar are now housed in a 4 bay unit designed around their needs offering perfect, secure conditions for both laboratory technicians and office staff and providing the high specification internal requirements to ensure optimum efficiency in a crucial activity for the Company