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Archive: 2014

04.08.14

Block E Development + Graves 601 Hotel

Block E is a mixed-use development that consists of two floors of retail/restaurant space, a third-floor movie theater, two floors of underground parking and a 22-story hotel. The $150 million project included 268,259 square feet of retail space, a 230,637-square foot parking garage and a 205,000-square foot hotel. McCaffery Interests Inc (retail) and Graves Hospitality (hotel) developed the project in response to a City-issued Request for Proposal to redevelop a full downtown block that was serving as surface ...Read More
01.23.14

Children’s Hospital Addition

In August 2008, Harris began a 275,000-square foot addition to the existing Minneapolis Children’s Hospital consisting of an eight-story vertical expansion, a new central plant and front entry along with extensive renovations. Harris provided complete design-build engineering and installation of all mechanical, plumbing, medical gases and temperature control systems for this project. Manufacturing ductwork and piping was key to streamline the installation and meet an aggressive “fast-track” schedule. The eight-story addition included an energy plant ...Read More
12.03.13

American Iron Metal Shredder

Harris was hired by scrap metal recyclist American Iron & Steel Company as the general contractor to build a new, state-of-the-art enclosed metal shredder. The project included building the facility to house the shredder, along with the plumbing, HVAC, electrical, process equipment (shredder and conveyors), dust control system, walkways and platforms. The metal shredder was built with several unique features that allowed it to operate safely and conform to environmental regulations. Rather than discharging stormwater, Harris installed ...Read More
09.03.13

St. Olaf College Regents Hall

Harris worked extensively with stakeholders and St. Olaf College to design and install a new, sustainable science center. Much of the piping, duct systems and fixture assemblies for the 180,000-square foot building were prefabricated in Harris’ fabrication shop, allowing our company to comply with LEED certification requirements, complete work ahead of schedule and reduce time in the field. To adhere to LEED certification requirements, Harris used low-VOC emitting adhesives and sealants for duct and pipe connections. A ...Read More