Barlow Glenmore Storm Station AB

The Challenge

The Barlow Glenmore Yards Storm Lift Station required efficient stormwater management infrastructure for a developing commercial/industrial area where gravity drainage wasn't feasible. Key project challenges included:

High-capacity stormwater pumping to handle large storm events
FRP wet well installation requiring precision and proper site preparation
Concurrent construction with the Barlow Glenmore Yards Sanitary Lift Station
Power delivery coordination with owner and utility providers, creating schedule dependencies
Site coordination with ongoing commercial/industrial development activities
Integration with stormwater management infrastructure and detention systems

Our Approach

Design-Build Delivery

We worked directly with the owner to establish design parameters for stormwater management:

Peak storm event flow requirements
Wet well sizing and storage capacity
Pump selection for high-capacity stormwater pumping
Integration with upstream stormwater collection and downstream discharge infrastructure
Site constraints and coordination with adjacent sanitary lift station construction

Our design optimized wet well sizing, pump selection, and system configuration to meet stormwater management requirements while supporting efficient construction.

Prefabrication for Efficiency

We prefabricated building components and process piping off-site while site work progressed. This approach allowed us to:

Work on fabrication and site construction simultaneously without interference
Improve quality control in a controlled shop environment
Accelerate on-site assembly and commissioning
Reduce weather-related delays

Concurrent Construction Management

We managed construction of the storm lift station concurrently with the sanitary lift station, coordinating site access, equipment, trades, and schedules to keep both projects moving efficiently without conflicts.

Self-Performed Scope

Systems Group Inc. self-performed mechanical, structural, and process piping work, giving us direct control over quality, schedule, and problem-solving throughout construction.

Key Project Features

FRP Wet Well

Fibreglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) tank for corrosion resistance and durability
High-capacity storage for stormwater management
Reduced concrete work compared to cast-in-place designs
Factory-quality construction with precision fit and finish

High-Capacity Stormwater Pumping

Pump selection optimized for large storm events and high flow rates
System designed to handle peak stormwater flows and prevent flooding
Integration with stormwater detention and management systems

Prefabricated Building and Components

Off-site fabrication while underground work progressed
High-quality finishes suitable for commercial/industrial proximity
Faster on-site assembly and commissioning
Architectural design to blend with surrounding development

Process Piping and Mechanical Systems

Self-performed mechanical scope for quality control
Prefabricated piping assemblies for faster installation
Integration with upstream stormwater collection and downstream discharge infrastructure

Electrical and Control Systems

Advanced control panels for automated stormwater pumping operation
Level control optimized for stormwater storage and pumping cycles
Remote monitoring capability for long-term operations
Alarm systems for high-level conditions and pump failures

Power Coordination

Coordination with owner and utility providers for power delivery to site
Schedule management around power availability milestones

Results

Schedule Performance

Concurrent construction with the Sanitary Lift Station managed efficiently without conflicts
Prefabrication strategy accelerated above-grade construction timeline
On track for completion early spring 2026 despite power delivery coordination challenges

Technical Execution

FRP wet well installation executed efficiently with reduced concrete work
High-capacity stormwater pumping system designed and installed for reliable storm event management
Prefabricated building and piping delivered quality results with faster installation
Self-performed scope provided control and flexibility throughout construction

Quality and Performance

High-quality finishes suitable for commercial/industrial proximity
System designed and built for long-term reliability and maintainability
Turnkey delivery approach providing single point of accountability
Integration with stormwater management infrastructure for efficient system performance

Project Highlights

"Managing concurrent construction of both sanitary and storm lift stations required careful coordination of site access, equipment, and trades. The FRP wet well approach and prefabrication strategy allowed us to keep both projects moving efficiently."

— Trevor Sigfusson, Systems Group Inc.

Barlow Yard Storm Lift Station

Project Overview