[ Project focus: Olympic Velodrome ]
Some extremely challenging M&E services co-ordination issues were addressed early on in the Velodrome project
solution. This decision paid off, as the installation in the area was installed correctly at a level of 85 per cent. Investing the time, effort and money up front on the 3D model made sure that the programme wasn’t affected, and I dread to think of the disruption that would have been caused had we not embarked on this course of action.’ Witnessing the benefits of this approach means that Imtech
G&H now incorporates 3D design on its subsequent projects, ironing out any problems early on and allowing early stage engagement of the key specialists and the project team.
On your marks Colin Brunton is suitably proud of Imtech G&H’s work at the Velodrome and considers himself fortunate to have worked on two of the highest profile construction projects in recent times. He says: ‘The Velodrome stands as a fantastic example of what can be achieved through close cooperation and productive working relationships. Our team was quite young and it has given us all a wealth of experience that we will draw on in the future.’ Five years and eight months after London was awarded
the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Velodrome was unveiled on 22 February 2011. Immediately hailed as the best venue of its kind in the world, the final word should go to someone who has seen a few of them at close quarters. Four-time Olympic champion, Sir Chris Hoy, concludes: ‘It is an incredible venue, and you can sense what it is going to be like with all the fans waving Union Jacks. Having been involved in a very small way in the design process in the early stages, it’s amazing to see the Velodrome finally completed, and it gives me a feel for what it’s going to be like when the games commence.’
Facts of the matter
n 48,000 cubic metres of material were excavated to create the bowl for the Velodrome, enough to fill 19 Olympic-sized swimming pools.
n More than 900 piles were driven up to 26m beneath the ground to complete the foundations of the venue.
n More than 2,500 sections of steelwork were installed to complete the steel structure of the Velodrome. n The cable-net roof is 5,000m2 of cabling.
in size and uses 16km
n The building has been designed to be lightweight and efficient, to reflect the efficient design of a bicycle.
n Use of abundant daylight through strategically positioned roof lights reduces need for artificial lighting and allows natural ventilation.
n Water saving fittings built into the design allows collection of rainwater for reuse in building, helping reduce water consumption.
n The lightweight cable-net roof structure weighs 30kg/m2
compared to 65kg/m2 for the Beijing Velodrome, helping create a highly efficient building.
It is an incredible venue, and you can sense what it is going to be like with all the fans waving Union Jacks
May 2011 ECA Today 31
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