California Lutheran University Swenson Science Center Education
Project Data
Location: | Thousand Oaks, CA |
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Owner: | California Lutheran University |
GC: | W.E. O’Neil |
Engineer: | Risha Engineering |
Architect: | Rasmussen and Associates |
Steel Fabricator: | ConXtech Manufacturing |
Steel Erector: | ConXtech |
ConXtech Scope: | Structural Steel, Decking |
Project Narrative
The building is a three-story, 47,000 SF science laboratory building located near the center of campus. An enclosed bridge connects the Math and Sciences building to the second floor of the adjacent building to the north. Architectural features include glass enclosed, two story entry areas, glass enclosed feature stairs, and a building identification monument feature.
ConX Solutions
Conxtech’s Moment frame solution overcame strict vibration criteria for labs and sensitive equipment for many disciplines, including:
• Biomechanics, organic synthesis
• Physiology, neuroscience
• Marine biology
• Cell and developmental genetics
• Exercise physiology ergometry
• Nuclear magnetic resonance
This project has a ConXL 400 chassis:
Lower & Locking™ Connection

Height & Assembly Speed
Design Parameters
Column Size | 400 mm (16″ HSS or Box) |
Beam Depth | 18″ to 30″ for SMF, deeper for OMF |
Beam Spans | 18′ to 45’+ |