ARCO National Construction recently completed a 153,000 SF hazardous storage facility for repeat client MilliporeSigma, a leading life science products and services provider. Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, the facility features 17 specialty storage spaces with H2, H3, and H4 classifications and cooler space for critical pharmaceutical, vaccine manufacturing, and R&D products. Additional features include 35’ clear height, 15 dock positions, a 6,200 SF office, and load-bearing tilt-up construction.
A covered fork truck ramp connects the new facility into MilliporeSigma’s existing adjacent building. The hazardous storage facility also features an underground stormwater detention system, underground discharged fire water containment tank, underslab plumbing for independent containment of fire protection necessary water, ESFR fire protection system, and an AFFF system.
ABOUT MILLIPORESIGMA
MilliporeSigma, a global leader in life science and a subsidiary of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, focuses on providing cutting-edge products, tools, and solutions that advance scientific discovery and innovation. Serving a range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and research laboratories, the company offers a diverse portfolio of over 300,000 products, spanning areas like laboratory chemicals, bioprocessing technologies, and analytical systems. With a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, MilliporeSigma plays a key role in enabling life sciences to create better health outcomes and drive progress in scientific research and drug development.
