The Bronx Logistics Center – Bronx, New York

Located in the Bronx, N.Y., just minutes from Manhattan’s Upper East Side, the Bronx Logistics Center (BLC) is a cutting-edge distribution hub designed to support the evolving needs of retail, e-commerce, and cold storage operations. Spanning over 1 million square feet, with 585,000 square feet of dedicated warehouse space, BLC offers a highly efficient environment for logistics and transportation.

Building the largest logistics center in a densely populated urban area presented unique challenges. One of the most critical was designing an elevated truck court capable of supporting 500 pounds per square foot of loading while ensuring sufficient clear span for truck maneuverability. The site’s proximity to the NY Railway also constrained the truck bridge footprint, requiring a curved alignment around the warehouse corner.

To address these challenges, the project utilized a 100% precast concrete system, incorporating double tees, Northeast Extreme Tee (NEXT) beams, IT beams, columns, shear walls, girders, and spandrels. The truck bridge, designed for AASHTO WB67 truck loading, features a multi-span moment frame system with integral shear walls, with non-orthogonal frames analyzed in multiple directions for stability. The truck garage supports both WB67 loading per AASHTO standards and NYC Code-compliant delivery truck loading, with long-span NEXT Beams and composite cast-in-place (CIP) topping providing structural durability.

Beyond structural efficiency, precast concrete allowed for 32-foot clear heights on both floors, optimizing storage capacity and operational flexibility. The just-in-time delivery of over 1,700 precast components streamlined construction, minimized on-site labor, and reduced costs.

With its massive footprint, innovative engineering, and resilient design, BLC sets a new standard for multilevel distribution centers, proving that complex urban logistics challenges can be met with smart structural solutions.

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