University of Wyoming
Kindry Construction partnered with the University of Wyoming to deliver a comprehensive rooftop safety and fall protection upgrade spanning two campus facilities: Cooper House and Red Butte Labs.
The project was designed to improve rooftop access, fall protection, and long-term safety performance while integrating engineered systems into existing roof assemblies and occupied academic buildings.
The Challenge
The University of Wyoming required a coordinated fall protection solution across two distinct buildings with different roof types, elevations, and access constraints. Red Butte Labs featured a standing seam metal roof requiring specialized penetration repairs and structural support for a rigid rail system, while Cooper House involved a wood-joist roof structure with multiple roof penetrations, anchor installations, and access improvements between roof levels.
Both facilities remained active during the work, requiring careful sequencing, strict safety controls, and close coordination with engineering designs. The project also demanded integration of fall protection systems with rooftop hatches, ladders, and building systems—including electrical and plumbing modifications—without compromising roof warranties or existing infrastructure.
The Result
The completed project delivered a fully integrated, code-compliant rooftop safety solution across both Cooper House and Red Butte Labs. The new systems provide long-term fall protection, safer rooftop access, and improved functionality for maintenance and operations personnel.
By delivering building-specific solutions under a single coordinated project, Kindry Construction helped the University of Wyoming enhance campus safety standards while minimizing disruption to daily activities. The result is a durable, engineered rooftop safety infrastructure that supports safe access and performance for years to come.
The Solution
Kindry Construction implemented a unified, engineered fall protection strategy tailored to each building’s unique conditions.
Red Butte Labs
At Red Butte Labs, the scope included roof penetration repairs on a standing seam roof, fabrication and installation of rigid rail support posts, and installation of a Skylotec rigid rail fall protection system. Additional improvements included a new roof hatch, hatch safety rails with swing gate, roof access ladder with grab bar, and required electrical and plumbing modifications to support safe access. All work was carefully coordinated to preserve roof performance while enhancing safety and accessibility.
Cooper House
At Cooper House, the team installed multiple roof anchors at wood joists, horizontal lifeline systems, and completed coordinated roof penetration openings and closures to maintain roof warranty requirements. The scope also included installation of a new roof hatch with structural framing, an interior ceiling hatch with pull-down ladder, a roof step-over ladder to access upper roof levels, and protective grating at an existing roof drain. Electrical modifications were completed to support new hatch installations and access components.
Throughout both phases, Kindry Construction provided full site supervision, safety management, mobilization, daily cleanup, and coordination with engineering and roofing partners to ensure seamless execution.
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