As a second-generation, family-owned merit shop enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to offer construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services.
Integration and Multi-trade Solutions
RK is at the forefront of offsite, multi-trade fabrication and manufacturing, leveraging our extensive experience to specialize in modern products and modularized systems. Our approach combines turnkey solutions for electrical, mechanical and plumbing needs with custom-designed product solutions. More specifically, we are the leading solutions provider for modernized conveyance systems.
These systems are built on a versatile steel frame and support the transfer of power, liquids, or gases, integrating controls and third-party software for seamless operation. Prefabricated and pre-tested offsite, our modular units ensure rapid, efficient installation and superior customization, setting a new benchmark in construction efficiency and quality. At RK, we’re not just building structures; we’re redefining the possibilities of modern construction to meet and exceed our customers’ visions.
RK Provides Transportation of Multi-Trade Racks
We’re not just building for today; we’re engineering innovations that anticipate tomorrow’s needs, making RK a partner that grows with you.
Programmatic Engineering
In handling large, dispersed and intricate projects, RK leverages its profound expertise in construction and fabrication. This empowers us to formulate project scopes with a broad design envelope, accommodating variations across multiple jurisdictions. Our approach involves employing a strategic methodology that incorporates a standard Engineer of Record (EOR) approved programmatic design, reaching the LOD400 level. This design is subsequently deployed to various site locations, effectively addressing site-specific requirements. By adopting this strategy, we significantly expedite the deployment of prefabricated assemblies to virtually any location within the United States.
Scalability
RK not only specializes in modern and more efficient solutions, leading the way in conveyance systems, but also excels in scalability that meets the evolving needs of our customers. RK integrates Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles seamlessly into our mass production processes. Our customized solutions and manufacturing methods are meticulously crafted to be scalable, ensuring efficiency and quality at every level of production. At our facilities, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and staffed by skilled professionals, we are primed for mass production. Rather than merely tackling individual projects, we focus on developing comprehensive programs and products, optimizing every aspect of our operations for maximum effectiveness and sustainability. Beyond customization, we are adept at making these tailored solutions repeatable for mass production, enabling us to handle projects of any scale without compromising on precision or quality.
Thanks to our in-house, multi-trade resources, RK can seamlessly scale up operations, from individual projects to large-scale outputs, without sacrificing quality. This capability ensures that as your needs grow, our solutions evolve in tandem, providing scalable, efficient and high-quality systems designed for the future.
Agilent
Agilent, a pharmaceutical plant located in Longmont, is currently undertaking new construction. This project is a collaborative effort involving RK Mechanical, RK Energy and RK Steel. It showcases RK’s expertise in prefabrication, where offsite modular construction provides several advantages. These include cleaner and safer work environments and accelerated project schedules. The recently shipped modular pipe rack measures 60 feet in length, weighs 57,000 pounds and is one of several units RK has been contracted to build.
Nautilus Data Technologies
For Nautilus Data Technologies, we developed water-cooled pump skids for a datacenter based in California. This project involved crafting engineered structural steel, assembly and electrical wiring/testing in our shop, and using HDPE piping. We were proud to extend installation support to our valued customer in California.
GRD Seraphic Group
For the GRD Seraphic Group, we took on the task of constructing a prefabricated process system for a Pyrolysis Reactor Plant. Our comprehensive project included six different skids and a 50ft long reactor operating at soaring temperatures beyond 1200F. We meticulously integrated all piping, instrumentation, and electrical components, with a successful factory acceptance test conducted at our Henderson facility.
Vivakor
Our partnership with Vivakor led to the construction of an Oil/Sand Separation Plant. We designed and built a prefabricated process system capable of upgrading various hydrocarbons. This project incorporated a diverse range of mining and process equipment including pumps, heat exchangers, double wall tanks and chillers. Our skilled team also collaborated with RK Electrical to install and integrate the electrical components of the system to ensure smooth operation.
For Vivakor, we designed, constructed and tested two double-wall tanks in compliance with UL-142 standards, suitable for large volumes of up to 5000 gallons. To accommodate these tanks and the associated hydrocarbon liquid, we also designed structural frames. We ensured process requirements were met by running extensive electrical cabling and instrument wiring along the tanks’ exterior.
Dykman Electrical
Our work with Dykman Electrical involved modifying single-use conexes to create prefabricated electrical buildings. We integrated energy-efficient spray insulation, double-wide doors with removable transoms, and building penetrations for HVAC, while pre-wiring and testing all electrical switchgear and PLC I/O.
Square feet of clean manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse and office space under roof
Industry Impact
Compressed Scheduling
Compared to on-site construction, our compressed schedule significantly accelerates time to market.
Mitigates labor shortage
Reduced Labor
Reduced labor in the field equates to a lower risk on incidents or accidents, enhancing overall safety.
Prefabrication
Prefabrication results in minimized waste, optimized material usage and manpower.
Increased Trades
Increased trades collaboration and manpower productivity onsite.
Quality
Quality and precision are enhanced through fabrication in a controlled indoor environment.
