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Rational Production Facility
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The new production facility for Rational AG, a leading manufacturer and retailer of commercial and industrial kitchen equipment, marks a significant evolution within the Ackermann architects-designed campus. As the first building on the site to incorporate a two-level production layout, it minimizes land use and reduces the facility’s overall footprint. This innovative approach is supported by a modular structural system: the ground floor features post-tensioned and prefabricated reinforced concrete elements, while the upper level transitions to a lightweight steel structure with the same grid dimensions. Fixed columns provide lateral bracing, ensuring structural stability and allowing for future expansion. A shed roof on the first floor floods the interior with natural light, fostering a comfortable and productive work environment for Rational's employees.
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Rational Production Facility
Rational AG
Beckh Vorhammer
Structural Design
Architecture
Ackermann Architekten BDA
Landsberg am Lech (DE)
Ongoing
2022–