Shell Quality Assurance Laboratory

Arkel Constructors, LLC was selected by SHELL Chemicals as the General Contractor for the construction of a new state of the art Quality Assurance Laboratory in Geismar, Louisiana. As a key component of a larger master plan to expand and reconfigure the plant, the project includes a single-story lab building, a mechanical building, and a chiller plant. The 19,814 square foot lab features 19 fume hoods, 30 snorkels, and 17 double-sided lab workstations, all designed to support innovation, collaboration, and safety. The facility also includes administrative offices, open collaboration areas, and conference rooms. A Unistrut ceiling system provides clean and efficient organization of tubing, piping, and ventilation, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality. The project also includes a 1,785 square foot mechanical area and a chiller yard with a cooling tower, seamlessly integrated with the lab via underground utilities to support efficient operations and resource management.

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