ARCO National Construction Supports SupplyOne’s Growth Through Operation-Focused Facility Planning

ARCO National Construction is delivering a 210,000-square-foot corrugated packaging manufacturing facility tenant improvement for SupplyOne in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts. The project supports SupplyOne’s continued growth by consolidating key warehouse, office, and production functions into a manufacturing environment designed around the company’s operational needs.

The facility includes 132,866 square feet of warehouse space, 65,000 square feet of production area, 12,134 square feet of office space, and a 2,800-square-foot mezzanine. With 36-foot clear height, 34 dock positions, enhanced utility infrastructure, specialized process piping, and upgraded fire protection systems, the project reflects the level of planning required to support a growing manufacturing operation.

As SupplyOne continues expanding, facility decisions play an important role in long-term operational performance. ARCO has supported SupplyOne across multiple markets by helping evaluate whether existing leased facilities can meet future needs or whether consolidating operations into larger, more efficient spaces provides a better path forward.

This early involvement gives SupplyOne a clearer understanding of cost, schedule, utility requirements, and operational impacts before committing to a building. By working alongside SupplyOne and its brokerage team during site and building selection, ARCO helps identify which facilities can realistically support production requirements, future growth, and overall business goals.

For the West Bridgewater project, ARCO worked closely with SupplyOne and its equipment vendors to understand the company’s corrugated packaging manufacturing process and define the building scope accordingly. This included production-line layouts, equipment pits and rails, conveyors, dock equipment upgrades, compressed air systems, power requirements, and fire protection needs.

ARCO also coordinated process piping with compressed air and water drops to serve equipment, planned air changes to support propane fork trucks, and incorporated a complex scrap collector system with vacuum ductwork and compactor equipment. By addressing these operational requirements early, ARCO helped reduce the risk of late-stage redesign and ensure the facility supports SupplyOne’s day-to-day production needs.

One of the most important planning considerations involved the facility’s fire protection system. When SupplyOne confirmed that certain production equipment used pressurized hydraulic fluid, ARCO identified the resulting sprinkler impact and incorporated the necessary modifications into the project scope. The facility includes an Extra Hazard Group 2 fire protection system with draft curtains for hydraulic equipment.

ARCO also provided preliminary budgeting support based on equipment utility requirements, production needs, and building infrastructure. This allowed SupplyOne to make informed decisions around scope, cost, and facility strategy early in the process. Value engineering efforts, including reducing office square footage for a more efficient layout and evaluating opportunities to reuse existing equipment, helped align the project with budget goals while maintaining operational performance.

While the West Bridgewater facility addresses immediate production and consolidation needs, ARCO’s broader work with SupplyOne includes evaluating future expansion opportunities across other locations. As acquisitions impact headcount, production volume, and facility requirements, ARCO helps SupplyOne assess how each building can support both current operations and future growth.

This planning support is especially valuable for companies managing rapid expansion across multiple markets. By combining site evaluation, preliminary budgeting, design-build expertise, and operational understanding, ARCO helps SupplyOne make confident facility decisions that support long-term business strategy.