Main Focus
The main focus of the project was to provide 2 hour fire rated
shafts capable of handling pressure loadings created by high speed
lifts in a fast track building 484 metres high. The speed of the
construction programme required the shafts to be constructed from
one side.
Challenge
The challenge was to provide construction and design support
from the UK for the contractor based on site in Malaysia and to
supply the metal framework components to a schedule commensurate to
a fast track project.
Solution
The solution was to utilise the assistance of British Gypsum's
International Projects Team and provide a rapid technical response
service through fax links with site. During the construction phase
only one face-to-face meeting with construction personnel took
place in the UK.
ShaftWall metal components were supplied from the UK and the
plasterboard supplied under licence in Malaysia by Boral Wembley
Gypsum. Extensive use was made, in the initial stages, of British
Gypsum's NAMAS approved fire testing facilities based at East Leake
in Leicestershire.
International co-operation on a grand scale
Main Contractor: API Contracts
Subcontractor: Mayjaus
Architect: Assocs, Toronto
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