This is the second and final article in a two-part series highlighting the fabrication and erection of the building with a specific focus on the exposed structural steel. For general information about the project, please refer to the Part 1 article, which can be found in the August 2015 issue of STRUCTURE.

The new 105,000-square-foot Energy R & D building is complete. A grand opening ceremony was held in August 2017. This $45 million research facility houses physics and chemistry programs focused on energy technologies of the future. The building is a critical component in the development of Binghamton University’s science programs. …

This is the first article in a two-part series and highlights the development and design of the building. The second article will be presented in a future issue and will focus on the fabrication and erection.

A new 105,000-square-foot Energy R & D building is currently under construction at Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York. It represents one of a series of laboratory research facilities planned for the university. This $45 million research facility will house physics and chemistry programs focused on energy technologies of the future. …