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Biomedical and Materials Engineering Complex Phase 2

An exterior view of the building.
  • An exterior view of the building.
    A view of the north façade of Fontana.
  • A view inside the building where metal framing is seen.
    Above ceiling and in-wall MEPs are being completed on level six. Framing is complete.
  • A view of workers installing drywall.
    Drywall has begun on level three.
  • A view of a large hallway where the left side is large windows and the right side is brick.
    A view of the north connector where intumescent paint application is complete.
  • Large windows are seen looking down from level three to level two.
    A view from level three looking down into the level two lab space.

    Construction on the Biomedical and Materials Engineering Complex Phase 2 (BMEC) is more than 78% complete with construction as crews have begun installing the glass to the beacon at the south elevation. A bike shelter has been installed at Magee Plaza and the loading dock is complete. 

    Construction progress includes:

    • Above ceiling and in wall mechanical, electrical and plumbing rough ins being installed in level six
    • Drywall and MEP rough ins in progress on levels two and three
    • Intumescent paint completed level two north connector
    • New brick, window frames and metal panels installed on the exterior of the south connector

    BMEC Phase 2 is a $94.3 million project that maximizes collaborative learning and research. The project included the demolition of Watts Hall and renovates existing MacQuigg Hall.