Specialist Ventilation installation

Another work scope with Air Technology Systems where a specialist ventilation system was installed utilising Rope Access.

Probably the biggest challenge on this project was how we would safely complete the installation. Conventional methods such as scaffolding and man riders were considered, but it was impossible to use this method because of the space available and of course would have a larger environmental impact by the use of two cranes.



Installation via rope access was devised as the ideal solution as it allows access to install pipework, electrics and ventilation systems within areas where scaffolding would traditionally be required, but would be inappropriate, prohibitively expensive or unsafe.

The entire main shaft ductwork system is 316 stainless steel in order to achieve a 20 year design life and with some of the ducts being 2.2m diameter we have used specialist construction techniques. Due to the depth of the pumping station replacement of ductwork will be very difficult and so selection of the correct materials is important.

The entire access shaft ductwork systems are 316 stainless steel, but fire rated for 4 hours.