Project Name:		Winkler Public Library
Location:		Winnipeg, Manitoba
Year Completed:		2006
Service:		Structural and Miscellaneous Steel Detailing
Client:		Hamilton Iron Ltd., WBS Construction Ltd.

Branched with the South Central Regional Library, the Winkler Public Library services the City of Winkler, the Towns of Morden, Altona, Gretna, Plum Coulee and the Rural Municipalities of Stanley and Rhineland. The Winkler branch, located at 160 Main Street, opened its doors in November 2006 and provides access to a selection of over 70,000 books, magazines, language materials, talking books, cassettes, CDs and videos.

Friesen Tokar Architects, along with Kowalchuk Consulting Engineers Ltd., were retained to design this 12,600 sq. ft. facility. The design incorporated large assembly areas that featured glulam and structural steel framing. A large curved "swooping" entrance welcomes patrons into the facility.

Tractus Group was contracted to detail the light gauge steel stud framing, structural steel and miscellaneous metals. Close coordination with the Glulam Girder Supplier was required to ensure proper modeling of the beam seats, hangers and connectors. Feedback from the site was very positive in regards to connectivity and ease of install.