MIDLAND ENGINEERING COMPANY

NOTRE DAME, IN

2023 NRCA Gold Circle Award Winner
Outstanding Workmanship: Steep Slope

When the University of Notre Dame began planning for the construction of a new classroom building in the middle of campus, their objectives were clear. They knew their new structure must blend in with the oldest buildings on campus, following the gothic architectural style established by the university’s
French founders nearly 200 years ago. Utilizing classic materials and the newest technologies, they were determined to deliver a building that would last for generations. And finally, they would strive to build a structure which would set the standard for future new construction on campus.

Located just steps from the Main Administration Building known for its world-famous Golden Dome, Remick Family Hall successfully integrates multiple roof systems while incorporating the best of Gothic design and modern construction techniques. These include a slate mansard with 34 dormers topped by a  copper standing-seam roof, a paver patio deck over a low-slope membrane, and a one-of-a-kind custom cupola fabricated of copper containing over 700 flat-seamed zinc panels affixed to a cold-formed metal frame. Adding to the complexity and uniqueness of the project, all metal components including dormers, cornices, gutters, collector boxes, and the cupola, were all prefabricated in Midland’s sheet metal shop.   

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Sarnafil® PVC Membrane Roofing System
With Custom Logo

Bankers Life Fieldhouse which serves as the home to the NBA Indiana Pacers and WNBA Indiana Fever entrusted Midland Engineering Company to completely replace the failing roof this past year. The project which took more than 25,000 man hours to complete utilized more than 50 roofers and sheet metal workers organized in as many as 4 crews. The sheer size (150,000 sqft), slopes and downtown location of the project created some unique challenges that had to be overcome. Staging for this project was extremely difficult due to the constraints of space and the volume of people who visit the facility on a daily basis.

All of our equipment and scaffolding had to be secured from the general public. The roof had multiple slopes of 3/12, 5/12 and 9/12. To move materials and manpower we designed a scaffold system in partnership with our scaffolding subcontractor that utilized Beta Hoists and Bokker Hoists. We also used a crane to supplement the main system. Safety was of paramount importance and all workers were tied off when on the roof. Midland is extremely proud to have not had a single injury during the project. Central Indiana weather can also be unpredictable and we had to deal with rain, frost and wind.