At its Stockton, California distribution center, FedEx and Western Industrial Contractors needed a way to connect steel support members that balanced strength, speed, and cost. Welding was an option, but it came with drawbacks: longer installation times, the need for specialized labor, and limited flexibility for future facility changes. The project team needed a solution that could handle heavy structural loads without slowing down construction or locking them into a rigid design.
Solution
LNA Solutions suppliedBeamClamps, a proven alternative to welding for steel-to-steel connections. BeamClamps install from one side with standard hand tools, eliminating the need for hot work permits and minimizing disruption.
The system offered:
Fast installation using standard tools
Adjustability to handle field variations without rework
Flexibility for future facility modifications or removal
Reliable performance to meet structural load requirements
Outcome
By switching to BeamClamps, FedEx avoided the costs and risks of welding while speeding up construction. The project team simplified labor needs, reduced downtime, and gained a connection method that adapts as facility layouts change. The result: a more efficient build process and a durable, long-term solution that supports FedEx’s operations in Stockton.
