JCPenney Warehouse Liquidation – Manchester CT

MIWEC Asset Recovery Inc. was selected to manage the full-scale closure and liquidation of a former JCPenney distribution center in Manchester CT. The facility, exceeding 1 million square feet, required a strategic, safety-first approach to dismantle high-bay racking, recover saleable assets, and remove scrap materials.

Our team executed the project under tight time constraints and with minimal active power, utilizing battery tools and generators to maintain productivity. We collaborated closely with site stakeholders and the fire marshal to ensure safe phased demolition and full environmental compliance.

The project is a prime example of MIWEC’s ability to deliver large-scale warehouse decommissioning and liquidation with speed, precision, and professionalism.

Challenge:
45-foot-tall industrial pallet racking created fire risks during demolition.

✅ Solution:
MIWEC deployed dedicated lift crews with trained fire-watch support for controlled phased takedown.

Challenge:
Massive quantities of embedded copper wiring and conduit infrastructure.

✅ Solution:
Wire recovery crews used precise extraction methods to protect walls and maximize salvage value.

Challenge:
Limited lighting and no active HVAC or power systems.

✅ Solution:
MIWEC utilized battery-powered lifts, LED lighting, and portable power systems to maintain uptime.

Asset Recovery
Removed and categorized resale-grade materials, MEP infrastructure, and equipment.

Scrap Recycling
Oversaw steel, conduit, copper, and aluminum scrap segregation and loadout.

Rigging & Demo
Handled racking systems and conveyor disassembly using lifts and skid steers.

Lease Restoration
Completed floor patching, bolt cuts, and full final sweep-out for landlord compliance.

Stop & Shop DC
Grocery distribution facility closure with refrigeration systems.

Midwest Fulfillment
Logistics automation and rack strip-out across 800,000+ sq ft.

Newsday HQ
Newspaper facility and press room deactivation and asset recovery.

Railcar Yards
Multi-state environmental and rolling stock recycling projects.