Accelerating Healthcare Construction with Prefab: Encompass Health Town & Country

When speed, precision, and quality matter most, prefabrication delivers — and the Encompass Health project in Town & Country, Missouri, is proof of that.

At 120,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art medical facility was built with performance and efficiency in mind. TJ Wies Prefab partnered with Blox Prefab to provide essential prefabricated components that played a key role in the project’s success.

👷‍♀️ The Scope: More Than Just Panels

TJ Wies Prefab’s contribution included:

• 45,000 SF of prefabricated exterior backup wall panels
• Installation of 40 modular bathroom pods fabricated by Blox
• Complete framing, drywall, and ACT ceiling installation

When Blox couldn’t complete the exterior wall panels internally, they trusted TJ Wies for their expertise, capacity, and proven results in high-performance prefab systems.

🧠 Designed for Prefab from Day One

Prefab wasn’t an afterthought—it was baked into the design from the start. The exterior backup panels incorporated air/vapor barriers, continuous insulation, and rainscreen systems with Z girts.

Advanced layout tools like BIM and Total Station ensured every panel fit perfectly—minimizing error and maximizing field efficiency. Uniform detailing further streamlined fabrication and installation.

🏗️ Fast, Clean, Efficient: Building with Precision

All panels were manufactured at the TJ Wies Prefab facility, shipped on schedule, and installed in a clockwise sequence on site. The result? Full exterior wall installation completed in just 7 working days.

No delays. No rework. Just smart scheduling and expert execution.

⏱️ 30% Faster Build. 40% Less On-Site Labor.

Prefab led to:

• 30% reduction in build time over traditional methods
• 40% reduction in on-site labor
• Zero rework thanks to exact prefabrication
• Minimal material waste due to pre-cut, model-driven fabrication

While there were costs for cranes and hauling, these were easily offset by the labor savings and project acceleration.

✅ High Praise, Early Occupancy

From owners to inspectors, the results spoke for themselves:

“The building looked great—we were given a lot of compliments on how nice everything looked, and the state approved the building for First Patient next week. We couldn’t have hoped for a better day. Huge thanks to the TJ Wies team!”

— Mike Michael, Project Director, Impact Strategies

🌱 Sustainable & Smart Construction

Prefab means fewer deliveries, less site waste, and lower environmental impact. By building panels in a controlled environment, TJ Wies ensured higher consistency and quality while reducing disruptions on-site.

🤝 Collaboration + Technology = Success

Open communication, shared goals, and the right tech tools made all the difference. BIM coordination and Total Station layout helped align every piece with precision. Continuous communication with trades and the GC kept the project moving smoothly.

Final Takeaways

The Encompass Health project is a clear example of what’s possible with prefab done right:

• Faster schedules
• Lower labor costs
• Cleaner, safer job sites
• Higher quality finishes

Prefab isn’t just the future—it’s happening now. And TJ Wies Prefab is leading the way.

📍 Learn more about how TJ Wies Prefab transforms complex construction challenges into high-performance prefab solutions at www.tjwiesprefab.com