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Scotland Agromart Fertilizer Storage Facility
Industrial & Manufacturing

Scotland Agromart Fertilizer Storage Facility

Project overview

In support of Scotland Agromart’s expansion plans, a new fertilizer storage facility was developed in Scotland, Ontario to accommodate increased capacity and improve operational efficiency. MTE provided structural engineering services, including final structural design and construction review.

The facility features a concrete foundation with perimeter retaining walls and is designed to store up to 5,000 tons of fertilizer. The upper structure is composed primarily of wood and includes impressive 24-foot, 7-inch by 27-inch glulam beams, enabling a clear span of approximately 100 feet. The building’s interior was carefully designed to support fertilizer loading and unloading operations, ensuring durability and functionality in a demanding industrial environment.

Drawing on our experience with agricultural and fertilizer storage facilities, MTE was able to provide valuable input during the design process. Our structural engineer made design suggestions that aligned with Scotland Agromart’s operational needs, helping to optimize the layout and structural elements to support efficient product handling and distribution without impeding daily processes.

MTE's Involvement

MTE’s role in the project progressed through three key phases.

First, during the preliminary design phase, we participated in early design meetings and prepared a preliminary structural layout for client review and approval. This phase allowed us to align the building’s structural components with the facility’s intended use and long-term goals.

Next, in the final structural design phase, our team produced detailed structural drawings, including floor plans, building sections, concrete details, bin wall designs, and pit configurations—all tailored to meet building code requirements and withstand the facility’s unique operational demands. These documents formed the basis for permit submission and construction execution.

Finally, during the construction review phase, MTE conducted periodic site inspections to confirm that the structure was being built according to the approved design. This on-site involvement ensured quality control and allowed us to address any structural challenges that arose during the build.