VA Lovell SPS Expansion

Clients

James A, Lovel Health Care Center

Region

IL

City

North Chicago

Budget

$72 Million

Year Completed

2024

Size

160000 sq ft

Sector

Government

Sub-Sector

Health Care

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VA Lovell SPS expansion, sterile processing service expansion, steel detailing healthcare facility, structural steel detailing VA project, federal healthcare building steel structure, steel fabrication drawings for medical facility, Nexont Engineering federal project, structural detailing for VA expansion, 3D steel modelling healthcare, steel erection drawings SPS tower
VA Lovell SPS expansion, sterile processing service expansion, steel detailing healthcare facility, structural steel detailing VA project, federal healthcare building steel structure, steel fabrication drawings for medical facility, Nexont Engineering federal project, structural detailing for VA expansion, 3D steel modelling healthcare, steel erection drawings SPS tower
Our Client’s Challenge
The VA Lovell Expansion project involved detailing for a highly sensitive federal healthcare facility. Since it was an expansion to an existing medical center, precision and strict coordination with the original structure were essential. The project included multi-level framing, moment connections, and sloped/angled members that demanded advanced modeling accuracy. As this facility provides critical healthcare services, the schedule was non-negotiable, requiring delivery within a compressed timeline without compromising quality. The dual challenge was ensuring structural accuracy and maintaining compliance with federal standards while meeting aggressive deadlines
Our Approach And Solution
Nexont Engineering used SDS2 to model and detail the entire expansion with a high degree of accuracy. Our team focused on seamless integration with the existing framework, ensuring that every new beam, column, and brace aligned perfectly without clashes. Given the project’s complexity, special attention was dedicated to moment connections and load-bearing assemblies to ensure durability and safety. We streamlined our internal workflows by implementing phased detailing and layered review cycles, supported by thorough quality checks at each stage. Continuous collaboration with the client, engineers, and fabricators allowed us to anticipate issues early, resolve them quickly, and keep the project moving forward without delays.
What Customers Say?
Nexont Engineering brought precision and reliability to the VA Lovell Expansion project. Their expertise in SDS2 modeling, combined with their proactive coordination and quality assurance, ensured that the expansion was detailed flawlessly and delivered on time. Their ability to manage complexity while maintaining accuracy gave us confidence throughout the project. We greatly value their dedication and technical excellence.