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DSM NeoSol, Inc.

Project Description:

Delivered on a Design/Build basis, this project involved the relocation, upgrade and startup of DSM NeoSol’s entire polyurethane manufacturing operations as well as the build-out of their offices and laboratories in the new location. SPEC found and evaluated the appropriate new site location that would meet DSM’s short-term and long-term operational goals. SPEC also worked closely with local authorities and environmental consultants to secure all required permits and site approvals.

Project Highlights:

• Two phase project approach.
  • Phase 1 – East Providence building retrofit.
  • Phase 2 – Relocated W. Warwick operations.
• 67,700 ft2 single story base building separated into two buildings with double 4-hour walls for the following classification areas.
• Building 1 - 13,000 ft2 high hazard (H2) use group space.
• Building 2 - 54,700 ft2 with 4 control areas:
• 3,300 ft2 H2 flammable storage occupancy.
• 51,300 ft2 mixed use area with B, F-1 and S-1 use groups.
• Exterior solvent tank farm.
• New manufacturing platforms for solvent and aqueous manufacturing.
• Scale-up and improvement of Coatings operation.
• Delta V DCS batch process system with over 700 points.
• New process utilities and distribution including cooling tower, 230°F pressurized hot water boiler, compressed air and breathing air, and bulk nitrogen storage.
• Added 2000 amps of 480 volt power and distribution.
• Evaluation and re-commissioning of two 150 psi boilers and 100 psi compressed air systems.

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