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frames of the top floor, the large panel sizes definitely presented us with a challenge from a logistics point of view. We overcame this by carefully considering the size and weight of the individual frames and how these could be loaded onto lorries and transported to site safely.
This is where our investment in Tekla Structures software came in. With our in- house skills supported by digital technology, the design and engineering team were able to identify the weights and centre of gravity for each component, carrying out checks and generating reports. This was a massive help in ensuring we didn’t encounter any roadblocks further down the line,
with potential
problems being identified at an early stage. Building Information Modelling (BIM) offers the ability to check, verify and compare information in a digital environment to ensure it is correct, before progressing to fabrication. For the light steel frames on the ground level to fifth floor – a clear benefit of the constructible modelling software was the ability to break down the individual steelwork using the user-defined attributes. This meant that we were able to automatically sort the steel by phase, floor and zone – with the ability to easily filter and sort the information needed at a specific time to generate fabrication reports, and efficiently phase manufacture and delivery of the steel framing solutions.
Once fabricated, each piece of steel also had a unique code stamped on it detailing the specific zone, floor, profile size and
steel length. The site team could therefore easily identify the location for each piece of steel. All of this made for quicker and more organised fabrication, delivery and assembly processes – facilitating just-in time deliveries. The framework for Block E2 is due for completion and is the result of another successful collaboration with an up- and-coming contractor Formation Design & Build Ltd. The Chocolate Factory development as a whole is expected to be completed by early 2024.
Frameclad
Frameclad supply a complete range of loadbearing and non-loadbearing light steel framing systems and sections to the construction industry across the UK. Backed by BOPAS Accreditation to design at full scope, NHBC SCI, Infill and CE Certification, Frameclad has also invested in a growing suite of fire test and performance data to offer assurances to main contractors, architects, engineers and public sector clients. With a can-do attitude and in-depth technical know- how, they are keen, fiercely competitive and are considered trailblazers within the light steel sector. For more information please visit the website.
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