The tradition continues

Lithko Contracting and MEVA partner on a University Campus project

Lithko Contracting, ranked number two by ENR’s list of Top Concrete Contractors, has been awarded the new Park-Harrison Student Housing project located on The Ohio State University’s campus.

According to the Columbus Dispatch newspaper, the project will replace the 54-year-old Harrison House apartment building located at 222 W. Lane Ave. The project will include five buildings and feature 361 apartments providing housing for 700 students. Also included is a new 426-space parking garage.

The project’s standout feature was the towering columns, reaching an impressive height of 30 feet. Due to the columns’ unique dimensions, Lithko utilized the MevaLite formwork in an outside corner and windmill configuration. This process required minimal assembly of parts, while highlighting MevaLite’s versatility. The ramp walls and rainwater detention basin were also formed with MevaLite.

To construct the perimeter walls, Lithko relied on the trusted Imperial formwork. This system provided exceptional strength and stability when pouring the exterior walls. Additionally, Triplex bracing was designed and installed to brace the interior peri­meter walls once the formwork was removed. This enabled Lithko to safely backfill against the interior walls before the first elevated slab was installed. Triplex bracing was used to support the crane pad located adjacent to the foundation walls.

Ash Boytar, Lithko Superintendent, expressed his preference for MEVA products due to their simplicity and effectiveness. The minimal number of parts and labor required streamlined the construction process and contributed to the project’s overall success.

We wish Lithko continued success as they progress toward completion of their project by the end of 2023.

Featured Products:

• MevaLite Formwork
• Imperial Formwork
• Triplex heavy duty bracing system

Project:
Student Housing project, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH/USA

Contractor:
Lithko Contracting, LLC, Plain City, OH/USA

Engineering and support:
MEVA Formwork Systems, Springfield OH/USA