Civil Engineering rennovation project

Hugh Phillips, 94th Civil Engineer Squadron and Master Sgt. Dennis Riggins, 94th Security Forces Squadron, discuss improvements made to the main entry of the Security Forces building at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Apr. 12. This is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Master Sgt. Dennis Riggins, 94th Security Forces Squadron, checks the operation of water conserving faucets in a newly remodeled bathroom in the Security Forces building at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Apr. 12. This is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Master Sgt. Dennis Riggins, 94th Security Forces Squadron, looks at new, energy saving lighting features of the remodeled conference/training room in the Security Forces building at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Apr. 12. This is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Hugh Phillips, 94th Civil Engineer Squadron, points out some features of the Security Forces storage area remodel to Master Sgt. Dennis Riggins, 94th Security Forces Squadron force protection and antiterrorism officer, at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Apr. 12. This is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Hugh Phillips, 94th Civil Engineer Squadron, stands by the Security Forces building parking lot expansion project at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Apr. 12. This is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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This is where the deploying personnel processing line will form and allow deploying members to visit each agency required in order to out-process the base at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., Apr. 12. The new deployment processing center is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Pictured is one of the new personnel assembly areas where deploying personnel will gather for further instructions or actions prior to deploying from Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., Apr. 12. The new deployment processing center is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Pictured is another one of the new personnel assembly areas where deploying personnel will gather for further instructions or actions prior to deploying from Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., Apr. 12. The waiting area will be decorated with a modern industrial theme with exposed air ducts and carbon fiber surfaces. The new deployment processing center is one of many projects in various stages of progress which the base civil engineers initiate and monitor through to a successful l completion. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Brad Fallin)

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Civil Engineering makes energy-saving, safety changes to buildings

Published May 10, 2012
By Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Gaston
94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

DOBBINS AIR RESERVE BASE, Ga. -- Dobbins Air Reserve Base Civil Engineering is scheduled to finish renovations to building 701 on base in August, which has been home to the 94th Airlift Wing Security Forces Squadron for the last eight years.

Beside a new coat of paint, many of the renovations include improvements that will make the building more energy-efficient, said Hugh Phillips, of Dobbins ARB Civil Engineering. As well as features that increase security and safety around the building. Total cost of the renovations to building 701 was $1,237,300.

The savings of light-related upgrades will total over $2,800 per year, said Phillips. The energy-saving bulbs are connected to occupancy sensors in each room. All water fixtures in the restrooms have been replaced with low-flow fixtures, and water fountains also had filters installed.

Occupants can breathe easier knowing that both the ventilation system and fire suppressions system have been replaced and brought back up to building codes.

Other long-term, cost-saving measures are the tiled carpet, said Master Sgt. Dennis E. Riggins, of the 94th Airlift Wing Security Forces Squadron. As the carpet gets worn, only individual tiles will need to be replaced rather than whole rooms.

"Overall, the improvements are good," said Riggins. "We are looking forward to the finished product."

Other projects Civil Engineering has in the works include renovations in building 819, which has been vacant for over three years.

Future deployment out-processing will occur in this building. The new renovations will give the building a modern airport terminal feel, with amenities for passengers, such as a comfortable waiting area and showers. This is in addition to upgrades that will conserve energy and increase overall safety of occupants.

Currently, out-processing is done in an improvised area with few amenities for families or passengers.