UC Davis Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation

Education
HVAC
Sacramento Valley

Project Overview

This two-story facility is designed to drive forward research and innovation in sustainable agriculture across California, with a focus on developing agricultural sensors and robotics, exploring food-grade byproduct applications, and advancing resilient farming practices. It will also provide dedicated study areas for students, along with laboratories and support spaces tailored to these specialized research efforts.

Mechanical Highlights

  • Lab grade central exhaust fans compliant with ANSI Z-9.5
  • Modular heat pump chillers for heating and chilled water
  • Attachments to CLT structure
  • Fast acting air valves for pressure dependent and lab exhaust
  • Point exhaust, canopy and fume hoods
  • Lab waste system
  • Lab vacuum, compressed air, and CO2 manifolds
  • Lab connections to overhead distribution
  • Industrial water for lab fixtures
Owner
University of California, Davis
General Contractor
Hensel Phelps
Architect
CannonDesign
Mechanical Engineer
Frank M. Booth, Inc.
Year Complete
2026
Size
34,200 SF
Contract Type
Design-Build
Certifications
N/A

At A Glance

This two-story facility advances sustainable agriculture research, from sensors and robotics to resilient farming, with labs and study space for students. FMB delivered ANSI Z-9.5 lab exhaust systems, modular heat pump chillers, fast-acting air valves, fume hoods, and lab waste/vacuum systems.

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