Smart construction choices at DC Nabuurs II
Logistical strength with a vision for the future

At Pelecon, everything revolves around construction optimisation, combining safety, efficiency and sustainability. It is not without reason that we say our greatest strength is invisible to the eye. Following the successful completion of Nabuurs I (2023), we were asked to collaborate with Heembouw architects on the design for DC Nabuurs II in Haps. Together with Heembouw and other partners, we have realised a modern logistics centre for the user Foot Locker. With our expertise in steel structures, we translated the client’s wishes into a solid and future-proof construction that is both functional and economically efficient.

The distribution centre covers a huge area with a warehouse, mezzanine and office space. Completed in 2024, the building combines functionality with flexibility, enabling it to respond optimally to the operational needs of the user. During the follow-up phase, the client opted to comply with the stricter FM Global guidelines, which determine water accumulation, snow and wind loads. Whereas the increased load often leads to heavier structures, Pelecon was able to minimise the additional use of steel through targeted calculations, ensuring that the building remained safe without unnecessary material loss.

Naam: Klaudia Wojtasik-Schoo
Functie: Projectconstructeur

UNIQUE CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS
DC Nabuurs II stands out thanks to a clever combination of materials and applications. While the basic construction consists of secondary and main trusses, wood has been incorporated into the façade, giving the building a distinctive appearance. The new building was constructed around an existing storage building, for which the necessary fire-resistant provisions and passageways were created. In addition, part of the hall was designed for an AutoStore system, an advanced automated storage system that required specific adjustments to the column grid. Pelecon has incorporated this into the design so that the construction fits seamlessly with the functional layout of the hall.

SUSTAINABILITY AND FUTURE-PROOFING
Sustainability is also central to this project. The structure is designed to withstand the standard load of solar panels, making it easy to make the building more sustainable in the future. This underlines Pelecon's vision: designing with an eye for today and tomorrow.

COLLABORATION AND FUTURE-PROOF DESIGN
The success of DC Nabuurs II is due to the close collaboration with Heembouw and specialised partners, combining structural knowledge, architectural vision and implementation experience. The result is a logistics centre that is efficient, sustainable and fully future-proof, with the user always at the centre.

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