Ferguson Mansfield Spec Warehouse 

Michael Baker was engaged to provide mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) engineering design services for the interior build-out of a 131,000-square-foot shell warehouse for Ferguson, a leading piping manufacturing company. The project involved designing MEP and structural systems to support manufacturing operations, office spaces and specialized areas within the facility, while strictly adhering to Ferguson’s design guidelines.

Mechanical design included two air-conditioned office spaces whose heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are designed to provide 2.5 air changes per hour (ACH) – which maintain air quality in the manufacturing areas. Specialized systems were incorporated for the welding stations and battery charging stations, including a dedicated 2,000 cubic feet per minute (CFM) ventilation system to ensure proper air circulation and safety. Carbon monoxide (CO) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensors were installed to monitor and mitigate air quality hazards. High-volume low-speed (HVLS) fans were used throughout the warehouse to improve air circulation and energy efficiency. The plumbing design addressed key systems such as compressed air loops, eye wash stations and basic water, gas and sanitary systems supporting safety-first manufacturing processes. The electrical design included the necessary power connections for all manufacturing equipment, ensuring seamless integration with the production systems thereby maintaining operational efficiency across the entire facility.