MonoShield Protects Multi-Acre Tampa Logistics Center

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Swiftly neutralized vapor threats in a Tampa logistics center
  • Met safety and environmental regulatory requirements

A new, expansive logistics center/warehouse building in Tampa, Florida, was the site of a former brownfield where past operations left petroleum hydrocarbons and methane contaminants remaining in soil and groundwater. A cost-effective solution was needed to mitigate the potential vapor intrusion risk from these contaminants. The project team reviewed multiple vapor intrusion mitigation system (VIMS) options, ultimately selecting the MonoShield® Reinforced Metalized Contaminant Vapor Barrier System. MonoShield was viewed as the best available, most cost-efficient technology for the large warehouse considering the site conditions in this fast-moving construction environment. With a foundation approaching a quarter million square feet, and a tight project schedule, MonoShield’s constructability and installation speed separated it from other VI systems considered. Land Science’s technical expertise and support in assisting with the VIMS design were also significant factors in the selection process.

Former Gas Station Developed Into Quick Service Retail

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Former gas station transformed into a quick service retail establishment, demonstrating effective land repurposing
  • Implementation of TerraShield vapor barrier system ensures elimination of potential vapor intrusion risks, safeguarding the health and safety of occupants

In New Jersey, a former gas station was repurposed into a quick service retail store. During decommissioning, petroleum hydrocarbon contaminants were found, posing a vapor intrusion risk. To preemptively address this issue, developers installed TerraShield vapor barrier system. This proactive measure ensures the safety of workers and customers by eliminating the threat of harmful petroleum hydrocarbon vapors infiltrating the retail space, thus facilitating a secure working environment.

Automobile Dealership Grand Re-Opening Moves Foward Following Successful Vapor Mitigation

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Vapor mitigation enables safe expansion near landfill at an auto dealership
  • TerraShield® with TerraVent™ system prevents methane gas intrusion
  • Land Science provides expert design support for employee safety

In southeast Florida, an auto dealership expanded near a landfill, facing methane gas intrusion risks. TerraShield® with TerraVent™ was deployed to mitigate vapor intrusion, supported by Land Science’s expertise. The successful installation ensures compliance, creating a safe environment for employees, and advancing the dealership’s Grand Re-opening.

Vapors Effectively Mitigated at Cold Storage Warehouse Facility

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Successfully mitigated vapors at a cold storage warehouse, ensuring occupant safety
  • Adapted to a mixed soil gas plume, demonstrating flexibility in remediation strategies
  • Implemented a hybrid approach with MonoShield® and Nitra-Seal®, proving cost-competitive and efficient

Tackled vapor intrusion risks at a 220,000 square foot cold storage warehouse in Pennsylvania. Combining chlorinated solvents and petroleum hydrocarbons, soil gas contamination threatened future occupants. Working closely with the client, Land Science devised a hybrid solution utilizing Nitra-Seal for office areas and MonoShield for the freezer section. Despite pandemic challenges, the successful installation of these systems ensured compliance with safety and environmental regulations, securing the warehouse for industrial use.

MonoShield Installed at Industrial Warehouse in San Fernando Valley

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Prevented vapor intrusion in the warehouse, mitigating risks from groundwater contamination
  • Swiftly installed MonoShield, ensuring construction progressed while safeguarding indoor air quality
  • Demonstrated proactive environmental mitigation, securing the warehouse in the face of environmental challenges

A new state-of-the-art industrial warehouse facility was constructed in the San Fernando Valley, an area with a history of industrial-related groundwater contamination. The installation was a proactive measure to protect against potential vapor intrusion from soil and groundwater contaminants. The project faced a tight delivery deadline, necessitating a swift yet reliable installation of the vapor barrier.

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Retro-Coat Protects Residents at Site of Former NYC Industrial Warehouse

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Preemptive solution mitigates potential vapor intrusion threat in New York City
  • Retro-Coat provides building residents assurance they are safe from breathing any potential contaminants from prior site uses
  • Retro-Coat’s custom finish adds visual appeal to the interior space, enhancing the residents’ living environment

A former 20,000-square-foot industrial warehouse in the Bronx has been transformed into a residence for the community’s housing-insecure population. Based on the property’s history and the surrounding land use, the presence of contaminants such as petroleum hydrocarbons and chlorinated solvents could not be ruled out. Consequently, the developers worked with the City to develop a preemptive solution to mitigate the potential chemical vapor intrusion (VI) concern. Retro-Coat® — a vapor intrusion mitigation system designed as a long-term solution for protecting indoor air in existing buildings — was proposed.

Navigating Design and Installation Challenges in Vapor Intrusion Mitigation

In this webinar we were pleased to have special guest speaker Matthew Ambrusch, PE, MBA, Associate Principal at Langan. His presentation discussed navigating design and installation challenges in vapor intrusion mitigation. He was joined by Ryan Miller, Director of Land Science.

Learn the following in this free webinar:

  • Common design challenges and solutions in vapor intrusion mitigation systems
  • The effects vapor barrier production rate and construction sequencing have on installation time
  • QA/QC measures to ensure successful vapor barrier installation, including smoke testing and thickness verification
  • Case studies highlighting successful vapor intrusion mitigation projects and lessons learned

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February 2024 Land Science Newsletter

Featured Case Study | MonoShield Protects Warehouse Against Potential Methane Vapor Intrusion 

A large warehouse development located near a former landfill required contaminant vapor mitigation measures against the potential for methane vapor intrusion (VI). The initial VI mitigation system design proposed a 20-mil plastic membrane with taped seams. While this design met the minimum requirements for VI protection, its implementation during winter posed significant challenges.

Project Snapshot Highlights:

  • Easy, fast installation leads to successful implementation during winter conditions
  • Effective implementation in near-freezing temperatures
  • 220,000 square feet of MonoShield installed

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Brochure | Key Reasons Developers Select MonoShield for Warehouse Projects 

MonoShield provides excellent quality assurance and quality control measures, superior system durability, and is proven to be chemically resistant against a wide range of contaminants. Download the brochure to learn why MonoShield is the right choice for your site.

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Webinar | Crucial Design Tips for Effective Vapor Mitigation Implementation 

We were pleased to have special guest speaker Spencer Cox, Project Environmental Specialist at United Consulting, share his extensive contaminant vapor mitigation implementation experience in this month’s “Distinguished Speaker” webinar. His presentation provided crucial design tips for practitioners responsible for vapor mitigation planning and construction with an emphasis on the design process.

Practical Tips Included:

  • Different types of mitigation solutions and the best practices for installation and repair
  • Why certain vapors, like methane, require an extra level of attention due to their immediate danger
  • Details on more protective, cost-effective vapor barriers using metalized film and nitrile-advanced spray-applied technology
  • Thorough and effective QA/QC processes to ensure successful installation of vapor mitigation systems
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Case Study Video | Former Los Angeles Furniture Warehouse Transformed by Retro-Coat Application 

A former furniture warehouse, located in an urban industrial area near downtown Los Angeles, was undergoing improvements for a new tenant.

Case Study Video Highlights:

  • Farallon Environmental, a leading environmental consultant working with the property developer, conducted air quality testing using VaporSafe and identified elevated levels of TCE
  • Retro-Coat was installed by a Land Science Certified Applicator to mitigate any potential for vapor intrusion concerns
  • The warehouse building was protected to ensure future tenants have a safe and healthy working environment
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By utilizing the right tools and resources, the cost of environmental remediation can be limited while still achieving the desired results and helping to maximize return on investment.

eBook Highlights:

  • How using a combined remedial approach can lead to positive results
  • Effective use of vapor mitigation systems expedites approvals and creates a safe indoor environment
  • Be sure your team is using advanced diagnostic tools
  • Choose a service provider that understands the technology and delivers results

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MonoShield Protects Warehouse Against Potential Methane Vapor Intrusion

Project snapshot highlights:

  • Easy, fast installation leads to successful implementation during winter conditions
  • Effective implementation in near-freezing temperatures
  • 220,000 square feet of MonoShield installed

A 220,000-square-foot warehouse development in Maryland, located near a former landfill, required contaminant vapor mitigation measures against the potential for methane vapor intrusion (VI). The initial VI mitigation system design proposed a 20-mil plastic membrane with taped seams. While this design met the minimum requirements for VI protection, its implementation during winter posed significant challenges. Cold weather conditions can diminish the workability of taped-barrier systems, leading to significant in-field challenges and project delays. To circumvent these issues and ensure adequate protection against methane VI, the project team sought the expertise of Land Science® for its MonoShield® Reinforced Metalized Contaminant Vapor Barrier and TerraVent Low-Profile Venting System.

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Crucial Design Tips for Effective Vapor Mitigation Implementation

We were pleased to have special guest speaker Spencer Cox, Project Environmental Specialist at United Consulting, share his extensive contaminant vapor mitigation implementation experience in this month’s “Distinguished Speaker” webinar. His presentation provided crucial design tips for practitioners responsible for vapor mitigation planning and construction with an emphasis on the design process. Attendees gained valuable insight into the significance of vapor mitigation and the pivotal role a robust QA/QC program, along with proper installation techniques, play in ensuring the long-term success of their project. He was joined by Jason Wilt, Southeast District Technical Manager at Land Science.

Practical Tips Include:

  • Different types of mitigation solutions and the best practices for installation and repair
  • Why certain vapors, like methane, require an extra level of attention due to their immediate danger
  • Details on more protective, cost-effective vapor barriers using metalized film and nitrile-advanced spray-applied technology
  • Thorough and effective QA/QC processes to ensure successful installation of vapor mitigation systems

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Recording now available

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