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items of plant which we subsequently factored into the resequencing of our work to ensure we maintained progress and achieved programme targets.” As with all major healthcare projects, extensive detailed co-ordination was essential due to restricted ceiling voids. Dowds Group used Revit modelling to assist in the co-ordination process in conjunction with OHMG, using tablets on site to track the installation against the Revit models. INSTALLATIONS In addition to standard installs such as general and emergency lighting, fire alarm, general power and heating, the complex building services installation also comprises: medical gas, data, medical and FM networks, medical inspection lighting, intelligent fire and smoke damper system, air conditioning, ventilation, electrically
Setting out and co-ordination of the roof plant was another significant challenge, given the height restrictions and clearance required for the full height atriums within the building. Also, being a major part of the on site work force, Dowds faced significant disruption with the emergence and onslaught of the Covid-19 global pandemic. Contracts Director, Brian Cunning, commended the Dowds team saying, “Our management team rose to the challenge, working closely with OHMG to mitigate the disruption wherever possible, and by working through new sequences of construction we ensured the project kept on track.” Brian explained, “Our many specialist manufacturers and suppliers were impacted by working from home restrictions. This resulted in the prolongation of lead times on various
operated window systems, BEMS, staff alert, access control, CCTV and security systems all fully integrated and monitored by the Lagan Valley Hospital & South- Eastern Trust. On the mechanical side, all boiler house and risers’ pipework was fabricated off site for quick install on site and to avoid health and safety risk associated with hotworks and welding in uncontrolled areas. All systems were installed to meet BREEAM requirements e.g., separate metering and lighting controls and commissioned in line with Building regs, BSRIA and CIBSE guidelines. Brian concluded, “Our journey through to successful completion of Lisburn PCCC further enhances the reputation of Dowds Group as one of the leading Building Services contractors in the healthcare sector.”
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