Medical and Pharmaceutical
The United Association (UA) is a trusted leader in delivering advanced piping, mechanical and HVACR solutions to the medical, and pharmaceutical industries across North America. UA members provide the expertise, precision, and safety essential for the construction, renovation, and maintenance of healthcare and life science facilities.
Specialized Services for Medical and Pharmaceutical Facilities
UA members offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique requirements of healthcare and life sciences projects:
Medical Gas Piping
Installation, certification, and maintenance of medical gas systems to ensure safe, uninterrupted delivery of oxygen, nitrous oxide, vacuum, and other essential gases to patient care areas.
Cleanroom Piping and Utilities
Fabrication and installation of high-purity process piping, deionized water, and specialty gases for cleanrooms and laboratory environments.
HVACR Systems
Design, install, and service advanced HVACR systems that maintain precise temperature, humidity, and air quality control for infection prevention and process integrity.
Sterilization and Sanitary Systems
Implementation of piping and mechanical systems that support sterilization, sanitation, and cross-contamination prevention.
Process and Utility Piping
Custom solutions for pharmaceutical production lines, including steam, condensate, chilled water, and process fluids.
Facility Maintenance and Upgrades
Ongoing inspection, preventive maintenance, and modernization of critical systems to ensure continuous, compliant operations.
Markets and Facilities Served
UA professionals support a wide variety of healthcare and pharmaceutical environments, including:
- Hospitals and surgical centers
- Outpatient clinics and urgent care facilities
- Research laboratories and biotech campuses
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing plants
- Diagnostic imaging and specialty treatment centers
- Blood banks and sterile processing departments
Our members are experienced in both new construction and complex renovations. They often work in active healthcare environments where patient safety, infection control, and minimal disruption are essential.
Commitment to Safety and Training
Every medical and pharmaceutical project completed by UA members is built on a foundation of rigorous safety protocols and ongoing training. Our workforce participates in industry-leading apprenticeship programs and ongoing education to stay ahead of technological advances and regulatory requirements.
The UA’s Standard for Safety and Standard for Excellence ensure that every job meets or exceeds client expectations and industry benchmarks.
Other sectors we serve
Commercial and Institutional
Energy and Infrastructure
Fabrication
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HVACR
Industrial
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Medical and Pharmaceutical
Residential
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