Paragon Steel is finishing work on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) La Jolla Laboratory Replacement Project on the campus of Scripps Institution of Oceanography at U.C. San Diego for its opening in 2012. Funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the new construction incorporates sustainable “green” design features throughout and includes 125,000 square feet of office and laboratory space for 275 scientists and support staff in addition to experimental aquaria, extensive research collections, a library and a unique multistory, 500,000-gallon Ocean Technology Development Tank. Underground parking will have space for 200 vehicles and charging stations for electric cars. Paragon Steel supplied stainless brackets that support the exterior of this unique building.

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