Embassy of Saudi Arabia, Cairo
ALICO Egypt
Owner / Developer
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Architect
- Munkenbeck + Marshall
- IDEA Centre
Building Function
Office
Status
Completed 09/2014
approx. 2.800 m²
Height
approx. 190 m
Technical Features
- Semi-unitized stick system facade
- Partly high safety requirements (i.e. bullet resistant)
- Mashrabiya screen
- Glass fins
- Walkways, stainless steel
We provided
Engineering
With the award of the contract, we check the contractual framework conditions as the basis for the implementation. If necessary, we adapt the technical solutions to any requirements that have changed – always with the goals of our client in mind.
- Contract review, determination of the contracted services and if necessary, developing alternative solutions
- Operational management, cost and budget audits
- Assessment of technical amendment suggested by the contracting parties, assessment of proposed modifications
- Evaluation of implementation alternatives to the approved diagrams (IFC Issued for Construction Drawings)
- Definition of the main strategic objectives as the basis for a coordinated facade design
Priedemann stands for system and facade concepts that think ahead with detailed solutions and technical feasibility even before the contract is awarded, always keeping an eye on the project as a whole and maintaining the project’s design standards even after the contract has been awarded.
- Development of the constructional facade concept on the basis of an integrated procedure together with the developer’s design team
- Development of a technical plan for all of the different facade areas, types and elements
- Project-specific adaptation of existing facade systems, creation of bespoke project solutions
- Design of all typical details as the basis of the structural design plan
- Optimization of production, manufacturing and assembly for the best possible cost-benefit ratio
Depending on requirements, Priedemann analyzes and calculates the static requirements of e.g. profiles, glazing and fixings in 2 or 3 dimensions or as finite elements. Evidence is provided on the basis of the applicable international or national standards.
- 2D construction analysis and detailed 3D analysis as needed
- Profile and glass structural specifications
- Calculation and analysis of finite elements
- Project structural analysis as documentation for the relevant auditors
- Structural evidence depending on the region based on EN standards or Eurocode, British Standards or American Standards.
If Priedemann takes over the shop drawings or the workshop planning for the contractor of a facade project, we first check the existing planning approval for completeness and feasibility. In discussion with the developer and his planning team, we coordinate all planning-relevant parameters and adapt them, if necessary, to the equipment of the contractor – our client.
- Assessment of the planning approval (IFC Drawings) for completeness and feasibility
- Optimization of the design and assembly plan according to the needs of our client
- Clarification of the division of responsibilities and planning-relevant parameters in coordination with the developer and client
- Drafting of the workshop plans (Shop Drawings)
- Our planning includes the construction in all sections as well as the identification of all materials, qualities, fittings and surfaces
- Review and adaptation of drawings during the approval phase
In addition to careful planning, the quality of the products and materials used is decisive for how well a facade performs and how long it lasts. Our knowledge is guaranteed and supported by our experience and application-oriented research in the Facade Lab. The exact definition of the materials to be used, their quality criteria and how they should be processed is part of our range of services.
- Preparation of the orders for all necessary materials
- Checking the technical data submitted for the materials
- Comparison of the materials proposed by the contractor with the specified materials
- Development of project-specific quality criteria, e.g. for facade profiles
- Finding the best price around the world and global market research
- Cut lists for fixed length optimization, gating angle, surface treatment, allocation to assemblies and construction lots
- Identifying and establishing surface sizes and qualities
- Determination of material tolerances, hole and milling patterns, weld seam designs, glass specifications, edge processing, etc.
- Breaking down the material order quantities depending on the design types, delivery times and production or assembly sequences
- Material order codes for prefabricated parts such as laser cuts or sheet metal edge parts, turned and cast parts, complete assemblies and glazing
Priedemann supplies all planning documents for the construction of the planned facades. We familiarize ourselves with the potential of the respective production site and capacities and monitor the entire manufacturing process right through to the supply of materials on the construction site. The CAD and CAM data generated by us makes our clients ready for industry 4.0: This is how we bring the design directly to the machine!
- Preparation and provision of construction drawings (Working Drawings)
- Compilation of all documents from the shop drawings with the production drawings and installation drawings, the static and structural-physical calculations right through to the material lists
- Supervision of production on site, inspection of the production site, provision of a detailed inspection report with indication of differences to the planned execution, development of proposals for solutions
- Industry 4.0: Online data transfer, CAD and CAM plans for automated production
- Analysis and optimization of material flow and transport locally within the production site and on the construction site
- Identification of individual parts with allocation to individual production lots according to quantity, size and design
The quality assured during manufacture and production is to be maintained continuously on the construction site. To do this, we coordinate the correct sequence for an efficient assembly process. Priedemann thinks through all steps and interfaces, creates clear installation and assembly instructions and pays attention to interfaces with other trades.
- Specification of the assembly and logistics sequence
- Installation and assembly drawings (Installation Drawings)
- Preparation for the installation and information on the individual elements and parts
- Preparation of installation plans as well as plans for subassemblies and fixings
- Creation of separate drawings for components to be integrated, such as sun protection, revolving doors, etc.
- Assembly documentation
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