Lockheed Martin – Skunk Works Facility
Innovative Factory Solutions at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works
Explore how Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works in Palmdale, CA, utilizes advanced HVAC systems to ensure optimal conditions for aerospace R&D and manufacturing.
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Project Overview
Lockheed Martin’s legendary Skunk Works division in Palmdale, CA, is home to some of the most advanced aerospace R&D and manufacturing in the world. Their new “intelligent, flexible factory” was designed to allow rapid adaptation to changing production demands, requiring HVAC systems with exceptional responsiveness, redundancy, and resilience. The facility demanded a solution capable of maintaining precise environmental conditions while providing continuous uptime — a non-negotiable in high-stakes aerospace production.
Challenges
- Designing for rapid shifts in operating conditions without sacrificing precision.
- Incorporating system redundancy to minimize downtime in critical aerospace operations.
- Meeting unique structural challenges, including resistance to high wind loads in Southern California.
Solutions
- 26-foot-tall vertical air turnover units designed for large volume control and integrated with service platforms.
- Lightweight fans with advanced feedback mechanisms tied directly into the facility’s building management system for real-time monitoring.
- Comprehensive structural analysis conducted to ensure stability under high wind loading conditions.
- Delivered within a 20-week build window to align with construction schedules.
