PROJECT
EXOBUILDING, DUBLIN
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
ICONIC NEW BUILDING…
J . Vaughan Electrical Contractors Ltd (JVE) recently completed an iconic new feature to Dublin City’s skyline, the EXO Building. Standing at 16 storeys high over 16,000m 2 , it is the tallest commercial building in Ireland situated over three basement levels with ground floor receptions and mezzanine, along with 15 floors of office space, roof garden, roof plant and public space lighting upgrade. With the building supported at ground level by three elliptical cores, it represents one of the most impressive structures in the capital with 360-degree panoramic views of the city. JVE completed the electrical services installation, comprising a full range of electrical services including, MV/LV distribution, lightning protection, CHP, life safety generator back-up, fire alarm, security, disabled services, category A office fit- out, and feature lighting in public spaces, façade, and reception. The installation was assisted using Building Information Modelling (BIM). This allowed the entire project to be co-ordinated across all stakeholders in 3D Revit and delivered a handover to the client which includes real time maintenance folders accessible through the 3D model. Electrical Services installation required careful consideration to ensure the unique height of the building met regulations, and in particular the
“The EXO Building is the tallest commercial building in Ireland.”
32 | IRELAND’S ELECTRICAL MAGAZINE
FOLLOW US ON:
www.elecmagazine.com
Made with FlippingBook - professional solution for displaying marketing and sales documents online