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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
ADCO were contracted to reconfigure Amgen’s existing maintenance workshop into a new UPS and Switch room. Works involved the reconfiguration of an existing truck underpass into a new maintenance workshop, which included casting a new floor slab, constructing of internal walls, fitting-out and decorating the entire space. The project included the design and installation of new custom made multiple level steel platforms for a WFI and CIP vessels and equipment. Watertight concrete bunded areas in various configurations were constructed. Numerous floor surfaces within the PM2 facility were upgraded and recoated with specialised floor coating products.
Challenges Faced
- Works were carried out within close proximity to a live operational plant, limiting access to work areas at times and restricting working times to facilitate production slots. There was also limited space for set down of construction materials.
- The construction of an extensive steel structural WFI platform around live services, with no available as-built service drawings required careful planning by ADCO management in conjunction with Amgen’s strict permit to work system, which included the completion of detailed method statements for the works.
- A strict traffic management control plan was enforced by ADCO and monitored every day by Security and the Facilities Department on site.
- Works took place within the core of the facility which meant materials and waste had to be manually handled through the live facility whilst ensuring GMP standards were adhered to at all times.
Technologies
- A state-of-the-art chemical resistant floor coating was applied as per the client’s strict specifications.
- Gypsum fire rated walls were also installed.
Successess
- The project was completed with no reportable accidents, on time and within budget.
- The high standard of finish exceeded the client’s expectations and completed works met their objectives. Amgen’s Construction Manager was particularly impressed by the ADCO team’s strict adherence to Amgen safety rules, attention to quality and professionalism.
- The good relationship built with the client has led to ADCO being awarded additional projects.
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