Construction Underway for Site Improvements and Expansion at Carolina Container

Taylor – The Builders Helping to Deliver Multi-Phased Project at Growing Corrugated Packaging Plant in Hickory, North Carolina

Hickory, North Carolina – TAYLOR, a leading commercial and industrial contractor, was awarded the Construction Management contract for Carolina Container in the Town of Hickory. TAYLOR is partnering with Greater Living Architecture for the multi-phased project located at 61 30^th St. NW, Hickory, North Carolina. Phase 1 will include initial building repairs and site stabilization, while Phase 2 includes building expansions and additions.

“We are proud to help deliver this overall site improvement and facility expansion for Carolina Container in the Town of Hickory,” said TAYLOR President, Karl Schuler. “Our firm prides itself on long-term relationships, and our successful completion of multiple projects nationwide for this veteran client, further exemplifies this commitment.”

As part of Phase 1, TAYLOR will be managing replacement of the 160,000-square-foot roof and drainage system on buildings A and B; site storm improvements on the 17+ acre site such as mobilization SWPP & erosion control measures, earth work, storm piping installations, relocating existing utilities (in preparation for future additions), paving/hardscapes, and rail line rework and upgrades. As part of Phase 2, TAYLOR will be managing the site and building additions such as a 65,000-square-foot production space, 14,000-square-foot loading dock area, and 11,000-square-foot of WIP storage. All phases will be accomplished while Carolina Container maintains full production for their thriving customers.

TAYLOR continues to increase its specific experience of building and expanding industrial facilities nationwide. In addition to the current project in North Carolina, TAYLOR has completed a wide range of renovations and new construction projects in New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, Texas, and California. 

About Carolina Container

Carolina Container was founded in 1928 and has earned a reputation as a customer-focused manufacturer of quality corrugated products for the past 95+ years. Carolina Container has a strong tradition as a leader in the corrugated industry after starting out as a corrugated box company that made shipping cartons for the furniture and textile industry. Today, Carolina Container leads the industry in operational excellence with 7 plants, 1 State of the art Digital Facility, various Warehouse locations and more than 700 dedicated employees in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia.

About Taylor – The Builders

TAYLOR is a turn-key general contractor and construction manager with 40 years of experience in the design and construction of commercial, industrial, and multifamily buildings. Having successfully completed hundreds of projects throughout New York State and across the country, TAYLOR has the resources to deliver superior execution on all phases of every project from the ground up.