Phase III of concrete for shop

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That's interesting, if I was to expand this some day this would be the end I would use. Very cool.
The garage doors bid we went with are using Janus products. This is getting better and better as I learn from folks like you. I will be installing the 200 amp panel and pulling wire tomorrow morning after work shift. once we get the single phase electrical completed we can insulate and install 3/4" plywood along the parameter. I planed on placing 4'x8' sheets on end to allow placement of shelves, brackets, reels etc. The last top 8" will run wild going past the scrim sheets covering the insulation. we will then start mocking the three phase equipment that will require conduit for ceiling drops. This will reduce the need for power cords along the floor.
I do have a question, I plan on running a buffer type machine to clean up the floor prior to sealing and caulking the saw cuts (sikca self leveling), what type and or brand would you recommend for this allocation. I will be running a 5000 lb. forklift inside for those heavy welding projects. I would also want something that oil would wipe up without soaking in. I appreciate your input.

I also wanted your opinion on roof vents as I put two 10' in bay 1 and 3. I know its a bit late to ask at this point but any other tricks to achieve long term weather proofing.
They sealed up nice on the roof and I used outside closures with butyl seal on both sides. I was thinking a sheet metal "eyebrow" along the sides only to keep the sun off of the foam closures preventing dry rot.
Thanks again

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Intentionally stay away from concrete surface finishes....

Have seen issues on some that cost as much as the floors below them, almost inexplicably, and the risk is too great for too little return.

Have had decent luck with Hydrolock from SSI but don't think it's impervious to hydraulic fluids or durable enough for forklift traffic.

I also wanted your opinion on roof vents as I put two 10' in bay 1 and 3. I know its a bit late to ask at this point but any other tricks to achieve long term weather proofing.
They sealed up nice on the roof and I used outside closures with butyl seal on both sides. I was thinking a sheet metal "eyebrow" along the sides only to keep the sun off of the foam closures preventing dry rot.
Thanks again

Prefer the die formed ridge vent bases to eliminate need for closures on the roof, but that's not to say there's anything wrong with the flat based, as they're more common due to ease of installation.

The closures are "bird guards" in my opinion and using as a means of waterproofer, beyond blowing rain or snow, isn't intended, but the base on the flat vents usually afford enough downhill coverage to minimize water infiltration. Since directly on the ridge, it's only down slope exposure.

Don't believe anyone offers metal closures anymore, since PBR was supposedly on it's way out as a commercial roof panel in the late nineties, in favor of standing seam. Ha.

Anyhow, TrimCo was the last I knew that produced metal closures and transition trims from flat to PBR, like the ridge vent base you have, but don't think it'd be worth the hassle or expense in this instance, since the method you've installed is commonplace, but TrimCo's products may give you ideas if perusing a cover, of sorts.
 
Doors are up (two up front,one in back and a roll up on the side) and dried in. For those wondering about the front doors we rusted them prior to install for the South West flavor. People actually pay for rust in Arizona hahah.:p
Operators are Lift Master 8500 jack shaft type. Very cool design and quiet as well.
We are still researching the best suited sealer for the floors prior to the equipment install.

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12' of stripes down and 230' more to go. I think the blue will compliment the miller equipment.

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Did you pour and finish the concrete yourself?
 
I had a friend help with the dirt work and forms. Built templates for the anchors and hired eight finishers the day of the poor.
Rented a riding trowel and a 44 meter pump truck. total yards for main slab was 87 yards. A little too much for my self.
All the other concrete was don in phases (no more than 17 yards) Main slab is 3000 psi with fiber. Total cost of main slab 15.8k
Bids were 19.5-22k (too much for me).

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Stripes almost finished. Doing the doors as well.

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Its getting hot in the Old Pueblo. Meet SWAMPZILLA! a 12,000 cfm unit that mates to scheduled spiral oval ductwork.
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Swampzilla is in operation. Had some issues with setting the correct amp load. It seems they sold me the wrong motor sheave. Motor is pulling three extra amps and squirrel cage RPMS are slightly faster than needed. But overall the system is quiet and the building gets cold fast. I had a 32 degree pull down yesterday with outside temps around 94 degrees.
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That is so awesome.
 
Thanks cruisermatt,

I have installed the correct motor pulley, and have the system dialed in. With temps in the 104-108 range this past week its woking real good. I should be receiving the air system within the next day or two. I ordered the fastpipe commercial airline from rapid air. I plan on 1" loop refrigerated air with 8 or so drops. Copper would have been the same cost with added hot work and time. I spend a lot of time during the week working alone and would really need a fire watch working on a ladder next to the insulation. Fastpipe is a proven commercial system and it looks awesome.

Take Care
 
104 to 108 temps would have it "woking" really good inside a sealed shop. LOL. Congrats on the A/C
 
Newest arrival..FASTPIPE by rapid air. Its 1" extruded Aluminum 19'-8" sections ,(seamless) powder coated in blue. Heavy poly fittings and bomb proof QDC's connections.
Start hanging tomorrow.

I found a cool cold war era memento for the man door .

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Curiosity...

What are you fabbing?

We do custom metal fabrication and machining. 1/3 of the new shop will be reserved for automotive maintenance and restoration.
The building is located next to our home, so it will be very convenient. Our old shop is a six car garage and will store our vehicles once I move in to the new "Bodega".
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Dave G,

Thanks, it really helps to have a cool wife.
 
The 1" Fastpipe is in and operational. Hung on trapeze type brackets and looped to handle high air demand.
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