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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This was a design and build contract to construct an aerosol manufacturing facility with an ATEX Zone 2 rating for Leo Laboratories. During the course of the project ADCO also held the role of PSCS.
Challenges Faced
- In addition to design and build, the project included a mechanical in-house design.
- ADCO was extensively involved in the foundation design with PM Group. Existing ground conditions prevented the use of traditional foundation details. A combination of Pad Foundations and Raft Slab were used to address the problem.
- The tight schedule allowed for the design, fabricate and construct on site for the building steel structural framework within six weeks.
- Works were carried out in close proximity to explosive gas holding tanks and a Nitrogen generation plant. risk assessments, approved method statements and a strict permit system were employed to maintain a safe and controlled environment.
- The site was surrounded by the facilities main roadway on one side and by an existing live building on the other.
- Restricted access times and restricted working times were implemented due to the close proximity of the building to a large residential area.
Technologies
- The building is temperature controlled with GMP temperature mapping.
- A high gain insulated panelled wall system with 60 - 60 fire rating integrity was installed.
- Anti-static floor coatings were applied to remove harmful static in this controlled environment.
Successes
- The completed project exceeded the client's expectations. ADCO received high praise for its professionalism and the high standard of finish achieved from the client's Project Engineering Manager, Martin Carmody and his team.
- The project was completed with no reportable accidents, on time and within budget.
- The good relationship built with the client has led to ADCO being awarded additional projects.
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