Audree Grubesic published this Offsite Dirt article on Jul 25, 2023. It was updated on Jul 27, 2023. The article is about Chip Parsley, Director of Prefabrication Solutions at Poynter Prefab Solutions, and his work in modular construction.
A company asked Chip and his team to build bathroom modules. The project succeeded and led to more work, including lab spaces. Chip viewed modular construction as a strong fit for labs because labs need speed, precision, and revenue generation.
Chip later met Vincent, head of construction engineering at Good Samaritan Hospital. Vincent had attended one of Chip's presentations at Purdue University. Vincent's engineer later contacted Chip about using prefabrication for a rooftop modular penthouse at the hospital. The penthouse was designed to house HVAC equipment.
The Poynter Prefab Solutions team planned delivery and installation at Good Samaritan Hospital while the modular penthouse was nearing completion in the shop. The hospital had a 15-day shutdown window for the operating rooms.