Prefabricated Modules |
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The 3.6m wide
modules were fully fitted out off-site at the factory with all plumbing,
electrics, doors, windows, bathrooms, kitchens, and tiling pre-installed. The
modules weighed up to 11 tonnes each. |
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The
foundations were executed on site. The façades were clad in Western red cedar.
The walkways were made of prefabricated steel and precast concrete decking, and
balconies were made of steel and timber. |
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Construction Phases |
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The programme
times were reduced by up to 50%. |
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Stage 1 – Module manufacture |
48 steel
framed modules were manufactured and fitted out at the factory in York, while
foundations were progressed on site. |
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Stage 2 – Installation of modules on site |
The modules
were transported and craned into position on site within a few days. The roof
was then installed. |
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Stage 3 – Access deck assembly and installation of cladding |
The precast
concrete walkways and the steel/timber balconies were fixed to the modules
on-site, and external cladding installed. The lift and staircase towers was put
in place. |
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Stage 4 – Completion of external works |
Landscaping
in the courtyard, car park and cycle storage facility were completed. |
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Photos |
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Photos and
web cam are available on the following web site: |
www.yorkon.com/sixthavenue |
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