Transnet TPT - Durban Harbour
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Award Winner : Modular Site Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
Architectural Excellence : Transnet, a large state owned S.African rail, port and pipeline company,seconded Stefanutti Stocks, a large Construction group operating in diverse Civil sectors, to provide temporary offices (Max 5 years) to Durban Harbour, Africa's busiest Port. Flat pack units were best design choice, based on their uniformity and flexibility for modular structures to create the operational space required in bespoke office layouts. Flat Packs can withstand level 1 hurricane in terms of wind loadings and are found to satisfy the structural requirements for multi-storey public occupancy certification in the S.African National Building stds, codes and regulations. Ideally suited to a marine environment, flat packs offer the durability and longevity in the harsh marine environment. Externally, the facility blends with its 110 000 sqft operational area, and creates a diverse and refreshing perspective, providing a safe and comfortable working environment.
Cost Energy Effectiveness : Of primary cost concern was the high level of Health and Safety required for construction in a port environment. Such Health and Safety restrictions can debilitate a workforce and cause unforeseen and untold delays in the construction process, escalating costs out of economic proportion. With a fleet of crane trucks for modular unit movement, we were able to utilize in house cranes trucks to position the units, greatly reducing costs by increasing utilization. All units, both upper and lower floors were placed in just 19 days. In comparison to brick and mortar this would be an estimated 66% saving in time and 28% in material. A further saving in the project plan was the earlier assembly of the various unit conversions, whether for office /ablutions /kitchen, etc. all pre-equipped with necessary plumbing, electrics, insulation, floor & wall finishes & a/c units.
The use of powder coated wall panels and aluminium trim finishing’s further reduce the maintenance of the structure.
Design Firm Name : Transnet Capital Projects
Green Building Description : The use of Flat Packs for structural purposes already sets the tone for Green Building Sustainability for this project, as Flat Packs, are 75% cheaper to transport than shipping containers, which further reduce harmful emissions. In light of this the following is a list of Green Building Usage item initiatives used in the construction of the Transnet TPT Office: water saving cisterns and aerated flow taps, dual flush WCS, Insulated walls and roofs, shading devices – domed roof, use of inverter type HVAC units, LED lighting throughout the offices. These are balanced with the natural light that fills the office from the large windows used in the design, hydro boils replaced the use of geysers, all offices and populated areas have windows that can open, unlike modern buildings which are closed off for HVAC purposes. This allows fresh air to circulate and reduces the need for HVAC use.
Installer Firm Name : Container Conversions Pty Ltd
Occupied Date : 12/13/2018
Owner Firm Name : Transnet Capital Projects
Production Start Date : 8/14/2018
Project Location City : Durban
Project Location State Name : Kwa-Zulu Natal
Technical Innovation : Due to the high levels of Health and Safety required when performing construction tasks in a port, and the associated document submissions and on site delays, the majority of construction and fitment was done in the yard, and complete fitted units were transported to site. This required each unit to be numbered in the sequence that it was to be placed, which provided a seamless stacking of units in just 19 days. From a technical innovation & sustainability point, these units can be easily dismantled and removed to another location – without any serious fuss, as they are bolted together. Bolting of units together reduced the need for hot work permits on site, and once all fasteners were in place this produces a very rigid and sturdy structure to inhabit. It becomes an arranged ‘Lego set’ once all the pieces have been planned – and does not leave an ugly footprint of unusable rubble and remains when decommissioned at the end of its 5 Year life span.
Total Square Feet : 15737
Category : Relocatable: Office: over 10,000 sq. ft.