ARCO National Construction’s Omaha division recently joined Woodbine Manufacturing Co., manufacturer of Tommy Gate hydraulic liftgates, to celebrate the groundbreaking on a new 345,200-square-foot build-to-suit manufacturing facility in Woodbine, Iowa. The ceremony marked the start of construction on a major investment in the company’s longtime Woodbine operations.

The facility will include 40,250 square feet of office space and a 2,200-square-foot mezzanine, along with expanded production and support areas designed around Tommy Gate’s manufacturing operations.

“Woodbine has been home to Tommy Gate since the company was founded, and this project represents an important investment in the future of our operations here,” said TJ Blandford, executive chairman of Woodbine Manufacturing. “The new facility will provide the capabilities needed to support our team, our continued growth, and our commitment to building world-class products."

The building will feature 24-foot clear height, six dock positions, two drive-thru doors, tilt-up concrete construction, and an insulated metal panel wash bay. Aggregate piers below the floor slab and shallow foundations will support the facility.

Manufacturing infrastructure will include 3,000-amp electrical service and lighting ranging from 30 to 50 foot-candles throughout production areas. The facility will also include an ESFR fire protection system supported by a 1,500 GPM electric fire pump and 150,000-gallon water storage tank, along with a 45-mil TPO roof membrane with R-25 insulation.

“We’re excited to celebrate this milestone with the Tommy Gate team as they make a significant investment in the future of their operations,” said Sam Stahnke, vice president of ARCO National Construction’s Omaha division. “Tommy Gate has a long history in Woodbine, and it’s exciting to see the company continue to grow and invest in the community that has been home to its operations for decades. We’re proud to be part of this next chapter and look forward to delivering a facility that supports their continued success.”