NEWS FROM KINGSPAN INSULATED PANELS MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA, TURKEY, CENTRAL ASIA | APRIL 2018 SPRING
THE JOURNEY TO NET ZERO ENERGY We are committed to reaching Net Zero Energy by 2020 - take a look at our progress to date.
Renewable energy used (GWh) Renewable electricity used (GWh) used electricity Renewable
CO2CO2 tonnes tonnes per per €m €m 2012 0.053 2013 0.049 2014 0.040 2015 0.034 2016 0.014
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2020 EDITORIAL
Dear reader,
Welcome to the first edition of Kingspan MEATCA News, a brand new magazine that celebrates the growing success of Kingspan Insulated Panels in the Middle East, Africa, Turkey and Central Asia. As the global leader in high-performance insulation and building envelope solutions, Kingspan boasts over 12,000 employees across more than 70 countries worldwide, including dedicated teams in the Middle East, Africa, Turkey and Central Asia. These teams are truly multicultural in nature, with employees from a variety of backgrounds working together to deliver some of the most cutting-edge, awe-inspiring projects using Kingspan products.
We highlight some of these exceptional projects in the MEATCA region through intriguing articles, interviews with sector professionals, case studies and relevant product information from the Kingspan range.
In our first issue, we highlight some of these exceptional projects in the MEATCA region through intriguing articles, interviews with sector professionals, case studies and relevant product information from the Kingspan range. By sharing these success stories, we hope to increase communication across the different teams of Kingspan Group – as well as provide a source of inspiration for potential clients looking to partner with Kingspan on their next project.
The theme of our first issue is sustainability, a concept that is becoming ever more important in shaping architecture, design and the built environment. Powered by its vision to lead the way in creating energy-efficient buildings, in 2011, Kingspan Group embarked on its own initiative, committing to ensure that all of its facilities worldwide are Net-Zero Energy on an aggregate basis by the year 2020. You can read some of the concrete steps we’ve taken to meet our goal in the following pages.
As this is our first issue, we greatly value your feedback. We hope you enjoy Kingspan MEATCA News; we look forward to delivering engaging content for our readers as we continue to grow our influence in the region.
Sincerely,
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Our Net-Zero Energy Initiative Environment Our Operations
In 2011, Kingspan With over 12,000 employees and 111 manufacturing sites operating across Aims Group embarked on the world, the scale of the challenge is its own initiative, daunting. The Group’s rapid growth also → Sustainability at the adds complexity: committing to ensure heart of everything that all of its facilities → Increasing demand for products we do. leads to an increase in worldwide are manufacturing energy demand. → Net-Zero Energy. Net-Zero Energy on → Growth through acquisitions adds new facilities at different → Minimise harmful an aggregate basis levels of development and energy emissions, waste and by the year 2020. efficiency. water usage. → Employees need to be engaged in the work through cultural change.
Despite these obstacles, in 2016 the Group over-achieved on its 50% target by 7% while in 2017 the NZE % currently stands at 69%.
This is our third year making the CDP ‘A List’ and we’re proud to be one of
only two Irish companies to have achieved this challenging standard. Progress
Mark Harris, towards our goal of operating at Net-Zero Energy by 2020 has been key to Building Technology Director, Western Europe, Middle East, delivering our reduced environmental impact. Our achievements to“ date clearly Africa, SEA & Australasia, Kingspan Insulated Panels. “demonstrate the business case behind saving energy, reducing carbon emissions and generating renewable energy on our own sites – often using our own products and solutions. The building sector contributes around 30% of global annual greenhouse gas emissions, which means it has a crucial role to play in helping countries hit the targets set in last year’s Paris Agreement.
Gene M Murtagh, CEO OVER HALF WAY TO A NET-ZERO eNERGY BUSINESS
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2017 2020 Our Operations Our global Net-Zero Energy team is responsible for delivering our ambitious 2020 goal, working together to implement new 69% NZE initiatives and identify areas for improvement through our In 2017, our aggregate We are on track to renewable energy use hit our goal, set in three-step strategy – Save More – Generate More – Buy More. was 69% of our total 2011, of operating energy use at Net-Zero Energy by 2020 Save Generate Buy More More More
Improving the energy efficiency of our A particular highlight of our “Generate The purchase of renewable energy operations remains the highest priority More” strategy is that 7.3% of our total from the grid is an important part of Our Journey To Net-Zero Energy across the Group. A wide range of energy use was generated from our strategy. Our preferred option is to projects were implemented on many renewable sources on our own purchase certified renewable energy sites during 2017 including the following; manufacturing sites. The technologies in (both electricity and gas) direct from use include: our suppliers but where this is not Energy Costs Renewable Energy Usage → lED lighting installations including possible we have made purchases of Light and heat costs as Renewable energy used (GWh) daylight dimming and occupancy → Solar PV; Guarantees of Origin (GOs) in Europe, a % of turnover sensing; → Solar thermal; Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) → optimised daylighting solutions → Biomass heat; in North America and International 2012 1.29 2012 27 2013 1.14 2013 60 including roof and wall lights; → Biomass CHP (electricity); Renewable Energy Certificates (iRECs) in 2014 1.11 2014 88 → heat recovery systems; → Small scale wind; other regions as necessary. 2015 0.99 2015 126 → Compressed air system → Anaerobic digestion. 2016 0.88 2016 243 improvements; 2017 0.79 2017 328 → Insulation to reduce heat loss; Particular highlights during 2017 → Destratification fans to improve heat were the first full year of generation of PROGRESS TO NET-ZERO ENERGY distribution; the roof mounted solar PV system at Energy Intensity On-site Energy Generation → low energy process equipment our Sherburn site that delivered over kWh per € turnover Renewable energy generated installation; 4GWh renewable electricity in 2017 – it’s 475 on-site (GWh) → Power factor correction systems. believed to be one of the 5 largest solar 424 PV arrays in the UK. 2017 also saw the 2012 0.19 2012 6.6 A key part of the “Save More” strategy first full year of operation of a biomass 386 2013 0.18 2013 14.5
has been employee awareness and heat facility at our Pembridge site 317 327 312 2014 0.16 2014 17.3 training. Implementation of Energy delivering 1.6GWh renewable heat. A 2015 0.14 2015 24.1 Management Standard ISO 50001 major biomass CHP facility came online 2016 0.14 2016 32.2 in several of our manufacturing sites at our Portadown site at the end of 2017 0.79 2017 34.5 has also been effective in driving energy 2017. The facility is anticipated to efficiency improvements and increased generate 4GWh per annum renewable use of sub-metering has facilitated electricity for use on site. We were Carbon Intensity Renewable Electricity accurate targeting of energy saving granted planning permission for up to CO2 tonnes per €m Usage opportunities. Our efforts to make 1.5MW wind turbine at our Holywell site of turnover Renewable electricity used (GWh) further improvements will continue in and anticipate that the machine will 2018 and we are already working on be generating over 1.5GWh per annum 2012 0.053 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2012 27.4 some significant opportunities that electricity from the 4th quarter of 2018. 2013 0.049 2013 58.0 have the capability of delivering over 2014 0.040 2014 80.3 100,000kWh per annum. Total Renewable Total Energy NZE% 2015 0.034 2015 102.3 Energy GWh Use GWh 2016 0.014 2016 164.4 2017 0.012 2017 167.2
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Accreditation Waste Water
RE100 Waste reduction brings benefits Although water is a small proportion Environment Kingspan is a gold member of the through reducing environmental of inputs into our operations, we RE100. RE100 is a collaborative, global impact and costs. Kingspan is aim to manage the resource in the initiative of influential businesses fully committed to reducing the most responsible manner possible. Our Products committed to 100% renewable amount of waste sent to landfills In general, water is mainly used for electricity, working to increase demand and is continuously looking at new general sanitation purposes and for, and delivery of renewable electricity. and innovative ways to reduce the Kingspan continues to aim to maximise Aims The private sector accounts for generation of waste and where it water conservation through the use of around half of the world’s electricity is generated to reuse and recycle rainwater harvesting and other water → Continue to produce best-in-class products and building solutions. consumption. Switching this demand wherever possible. saving initiatives such as sensoring to renewables will accelerate the systems and water flow regulators. Our → Ensure sustainability is considered in all aspects of our product lifecycle. transformation of the global energy In some instances where waste cannot Access Floors manufacturing site in Red market and aid the transition to a low be reused or recycled it is sent to Lion US is one of the largest consumers carbon economy. RE100 is an initiative Energy from Waste power production of water in the Group and in 2017 the Kingspan started over 50 years ago reduce energy usage, carbon emissions What We Deliver of The Climate Group in partnership with plants in order to avoid the landfill. conservation of water amounted to 1.2 with a simple mission to always work and building operational costs in over 70 At Kingspan, our vision is to be a global CDP, as part of the We Mean Business million gallons (which is 67% of total to make buildings better. Our Insulated countries across the globe. leader in sustainable business, and coalition. usage) through water recycling. Panels feature the most advanced, high establish a leading position in providing performance insulation cores, offering In 2017 Kingspan Insulated Panel sustainable, renewable and affordable CDP Climate List superior thermal performance in any and Insulation Board products, in use solutions for the construction sector. For the third year running, Kingspan climate. in the built environment, saved 176.1 Kingspan is committed to producing was recognised as a global leader for million MWh of energy, 34.87 million products that consume less energy
corporate action on climate change Approximately 30% of global tonnes of CO2 and €4.9bn of costs.* and emit less carbon and therefore and was awarded a position on the CDP greenhouse gas emissions are reduce the impact buildings have on our Climate ‘A List’, the international not- attributable to buildings. Every year, environment. for-profit organisation measuring the Kingspan insulation systems significantly In 2016 Kingspan was one of only environmental impact of thousands of 193 CDP A List companies out of companies across the globe. the 5800 companies that were disclosed. Carbon Trust Standard In 2017 the total energy saved* by our Our operations in the UK have been insulation systems is equivalent to: awarded the Carbon Trust Standard in recognition of our various initiatives to manage and reduce carbon emissions. The Carbon Trust Standard is designed to provide a robust, objective analysis of a company’s carbon performance over a number of years. Organisations 100m 61 Over one The annual output must be able to display both annual hundred million of sixty-one power reductions in energy usage over a period barrels of oil stations of three years, and prove that they have the necessary management procedures, plans and targets to continue to achieve further year-on-year carbon reductions in the future. 19m 4.3 Scan the QR code to access Taking nineteen Up to 4.3 times the the digital catalog containing million cars off annual electricity even more content. the road consumption of Greater London
*These figures relate to sales of Insulated Panels and Insulation Boards between 1993 and 2017. 10 | kingspan.com kingspan.com | 11 QUADCORE™ TECNOLOGY Kingspan MEATCA News 3 4 Superior fire Enhanced protection environmental It’s all in the credentials 1 Kingspan’s QuadCore™ is approved by third-party industry experts for QuadCore™ Technology delivers higher smoke sensitivity according to FM environmental credentials leading grey cells Best thermal 4882. The insurer-certified QuadCore™ to important green ratings for your Technology delivers industry-leading building. All of which means QuadCore™ efficiency protection against the dangers of fire. Technology can make a significant and Kingspan’s invention of lasting difference to your environmental performance figures while enhancing QuadCore™ Technology QuadCore™ Technology delivers superior the sustainability of your building. In is a transformational U-value performance with an unbeaten addition, carbon emissions can be thermal conductivity of 0.018 W/m.K reduced with QuadCore™’s better step on the journey to - the best in the industry. thermal performance, particularly when creating net-zero energy implemented with an optimised building Together with optimised building design design approach. buildings that are not this pushes the potential for heat loss reduction to reach new levels. Better only safer, but better for thermal efficiency in the building the environment and for envelope reduces the load on heating and cooling, which unlocks significant business too. additional energy savings.
If you’re looking for the highest thermal performance the industry has to offer with superior fire protection and leading environmental credentials then our brand new, QuadCore™ Technology insulated 2 panels are what you need Longest performance for your next project. guarantee A bespoke hybrid unique formulation that creates microcells with industry- Let’s take a look at what leading thermal performance, superior fire Today’s buildings must be safe, efficient, makes QuadCore™ reliable, practical and sustainable. Above protection and enhanced environmental all, they must provide a comfortable credentials. Technology such a environment for users while satisfying fantastic addition for regulations and having minimal impact on our environment. QuadCore™ Technology future buildings... helps deliver all of this and more. In fact, we guarantee that whatever direction the building takes, the thermal and structural performance will last.
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by Kingspan REVOLUTIONISING THE RAINSCREEN FAÇADE DRI-DESIGN Developed with or buildings with complex designs, Our through-wall solution is fully tested high aesthetics or requiring a to comply with BR 135 to BS 8414. In BENCHMARK by Fventilated façade, BENCHMARK addition, our systems have been CWCT Kingspan’s focus on by Kingspan provides a rapid build tested and our SfS systems are BBA providing a range of solution with a high level of technical approved. They come with a 30-year performance. We can achieve this with through-wall system guarantee. tested and certified our patented SuperFast Install Dri- high-performance and Design metallic rainscreen cassette, The Dri-Design façade is installed onto rapid-install envelope which is installed over our QuadCore™ a QuadCore™ Karrier Panel, which Karrier wall panel. The Dri-Design utilises our hybrid QuadCore™ insulation solutions, Dri-Design cassettes are available in highly durable with a unique 40-year thermal and Rainscreen Façades deliver PPC or anodised aluminium, stainless structural performance guarantee. The superior performance steel, weathered steel, zinc or copper, QuadCore™ Karrier can be prefabricated and in a range of shapes and sizes. or site installed onto Kingspan SFS studs with the SuperFast Install to provide a full structural wall solution. advantage In situations where BENCHMARK does not offer a specific façade type to meet the client or designer’s requirements, Achieves unmatched we can work with your required A variety of U values due to 0.018 W/m.K internal liners Thermal Conductivity façade supplier to provide structural are available Tongue and groove joint calculations to ensure your façade is interfit achieves adequately fixed to our QuadCore™ excellent Weathertight Karrier panel or SFS studs. airtightness QuadCore™ solution allows Kingspan insulation core performance SFS earlier internal works while facade is being installed
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The Dri-Design product range
BENCHMARK by Kingspan’s Dri-Design line offers the SuperFast Install advantage, saving significant time during installation over comparable systems.
Dri-Design Flat Dri-Design Tapered Dri-Design Shadow Dri-Design Perforated
Dri-Design Flat installs at least twice as fast as most Dri-Design Tapered cassettes can be angled in any direction Dri-Design Shadow cassettes let you add depth and definition Dri-Design with Perforated Imaging uses advanced computer- comparable systems and can be direct fix or ventilated cavity. with varying depths and degree of slope. The freedom to to any architectural design. Individual panels can be extended based manufacturing to create complex images using No sealants, gaskets or butyl tape in the cassette joints means design each cassette gives you unlimited capacity to create a at varying depths to create texture or a dynamic variation in perforations. By varying the size, location and density of no dirty streaks or a legacy of maintenance for the building dynamic, one-of-a-kind surface on nearly any façade, without patterns, all while keeping the substrate and weather barrier in the perforations, areas of light, dark and shades in between owner. the need to modify the substrate or weather barrier. the same plane. are created to form an image. These perforations also allow the cassette to provide needed airflow and/or shade to a As with all Dri-Design products, the Tapered cassettes install As with our other Dri-Design cassettes, the Shadow cassettes structure. Since the images can be created from any digital much faster than most similar systems, available as direct fix install much faster than most similar systems, available as picture, you are only limited by your imagination. or ventilated cavity. There are no seals or gaskets, so it is easily direct fix or ventilated cavity. There are no seals or gaskets, so maintained. it is easily maintained.
Pittsburg State University Bicknell Family Center Milwaukee County Department of Transportation Regent Park Aquatic Park, Toronto St. Joe Franciscan Medical Center, Washington Headquarters, Wisconsin Product: Dri-Design Flat Product: Dri-Design Shadow Product: Dri-Design Perforated Product: Dri-Design Tapered Architect: William Rawn Associates Material: VM Zinc Architect: Perkins + Will Architect: Continuum Architects + Planners SC, Milwaukee Architect: MacLennan Jaunkalns Miller Architects
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Regent Park Aquatic Park Dimensions Product: Dri-Design Shadow
Architect: MacLennan Jaunkalns Miller Architects Below are the recommended maximum size cassette guides for aluminium. If the cassette you would like fits inside these guides, BENCHMARK can easily manufacture it. For larger sizes, or for other metals, please contact BENCHMARK Technical Services to discuss your specific requirements.
Metal Types
QuadCore™ Karrier Panel
Dri-Design Shadow
Aluminium Copper Zinc Stainless Steel Corten
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Case Study MILL WOODS LIBRARY
Project Product Architect Mill Woods Dri-Design Tapered HCMA Architecture + Design, Vancouver and Dub Architects Ltd, Location Material Edmonton Alberta, Canada Painted Aluminium
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Dri-Design was selected because they offered a compelling latitude to “ experiment. We were able to create an “incredibly rich and surprising effect while maintaining a rational approach Project Overview and straight-forward constructability. 4,572m2 of aluminium Dri-Design Tapered cassettes were installed at the Mill Woods Library, Seniors and Michael Dub, Dub Architects Ltd. Multicultural Centre in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Since Dri-Design Tapered cassettes can be angled in any direction, the freedom to design each panel allows for the creation of dynamic, one-of-a-kind surfaces on nearly any façade, without the need to modify the substrate or weather barrier. This goal was accomplished with the Condon explains these metal panels ‘Dri-Design was selected because juxtaposition of open spaces and metal brought the familiar with material they offered a compelling latitude panels that blend to create a singularly and colour and the unexpected with to experiment,’ says Michael Dub, a strong structure. The building itself gives modularity and texture. ‘The metal principal with Edmonton-based Dub an open feel, allowing visitors to view panels define the character of the Architects Ltd., which completed interior spaces from the outside. When building’, he says. ‘In different light the joint venture project with HCMA glancing inside, the public areas of the conditions, they provide a varied Architecture + Design, Vancouver. ‘We library appear to emerge from within impression of the building. At times it were able to create an incredibly rich the larger structure, and the support feels quite solid and at others quite light and surprising effect while maintaining spaces of offices and meeting areas are and ephemeral’. Dub notes: ‘We love the a rational approach and straight- hidden within. way the pixelated building catches the forward constructability’. sun differently at different times of the Metal was a leading material choice day. Especially when it seems to dissolve Design + Build detail from the beginning because it can be into the sky at dusk’. The two firms, Dub and HCMA, seen in other commercial facilities in collaborated throughout every design the area, including malls and big-box Sustainability phase to create a strong civic presence retailers. Sustainability drove many design among buildings that lack profile. decisions to serve as an example of a Darryl Condon, managing principal The architectural team, therefore, thoughtful public space; the building is with HCMA, notes: ‘Our strategy was believed metal would add to the LEED Silver pending. Dri-Design series do focused on creating a bold form that aesthetic of the neighbourhood. The not use joint sealants or gaskets, which asserts itself on the context. We wanted civic space is defined within the area are made with petroleum. The panels the public spaces of the library to be because the Dri-Design panels bring also do not have plastic cores, and the read clearly upon approach and for versatility, durability and texture to coatings have no VOCs. The metal is those spaces to have a strong visual the centre. They also help to erode the green by nature with its recycled content connection with the site’. building’s large scale. and recyclability.
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Building Information Modelling (BIM) is fast changing the world of construction and architecture. Initiated with the aim of modelling all Kingspan panels manufactured in Turkey, Kingspan MEATCA’s BIM Implementation Programme delivered successful results in its first year.
n 2016, Kingspan launched its The Kingspan MEATCA BIM Building Information Modelling (BIM) Implementation Programme kicked off IImplementation Programme with an with an extensive training programme initial focus on products manufactured for all technical team members. The at our plant in Adana, Turkey. initiative also entailed a switch to Revit software for technical services. In a BIM model, the building is a ‘living’ Previously, the technical department element that contains intelligent worked in 2D to generate project information. Since the information detailing, quotation, cut length, is stored in a database, the model is drawings to production, pricing, etc. far more advanced than a simple 3D The switch was made with the aim of visualisation: Not only can an infinite automating the existing process using number of sections, plans, elevations, this new technology. 3D views, schedules and material lists be extracted from a single BIM model, With the BIM Implementation but any revision made to the model Programme, all Kingspan panels is also simultaneously reflected in all manufactured in Turkey have been extracted data representations. This modelled, with each panel family connection is bidirectional, meaning defined by its functions, names, that any revision made to the plan, view installation orientation and its or schedule is directly reflected in the constituent properties. Users can access database. As a result, full automation is these panel families from the Insert tab TAKING BIM TO achieved, eliminating the need for time- in Revit, as well as using the Autodesk consuming manual updates such as Seek tool to search for sandwich those required by traditional design and panels for their projects. As always, our THE NEXT LEVEL construction projects. experienced teams are ready to provide technical support for our customers who require further assistance.
The Kingspan MEATCA (Turkey production) panel series is also available in our BIM PORTAL, which features a wide range of BIM objects for our customers. Scan the QR code for access. To learn more contact Yeşim Çiloğlu, [email protected] for further details.
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WHEN BIM MEETS AI Figure 2 Clash detection via Autodesk BIM 360 Glue
In recent years, it has Defining BIM The origins of BIM date back to the become abundantly clear One of the most advanced tools the innovation of 2D computer modelling construction and architecture sectors in the 1970s. By the late 1980s, that we’re living in an have at their disposal is Building new research and technological era where information Information Modelling, or BIM, which the developments had made 3D modelling US National Building Information Model a reality. Although BIM owes much technology (IT) is Figure 3 Laser scanning to point Standard Project Committee defines as to the development of 3D modelling, cloud to BIM model transforming our world. ‘a digital representation of physical and it must not be construed as a simple The construction sector is functional characteristics of a facility’ 3D representation of a building. With ane ‘a shared knowledge resource for BIM, we are not only able to visualise a no exception, as companies Figure 4 Project scheduling information about a facility forming a building to get a better understanding, The dimensions of BIM 5D: Cost are now making the switch reliable basis for decisions during its life but we can also use this visualisation The BIM process is divided into ‘Drawing on the components of the from traditional to digital cycle; defined as existing from earliest to extract and analyse data, since the dimensions that define the type of data information model being able to extract in just about every aspect. conception to demolition’1. A game- model relies on a robust database. present in the database of model. NBS2 accurate cost information is what’s at changer for architectural practice, BIM An infinite number of sections, plans, defines the first five dimensions of BIM the heart of 5D BIM’, NBS states. The As technology continues provides access to all forms of data elevations, 3D views, schedules and as follows: 5th dimension of BIM entails estimation, to develop, Building about a building in every stage of its life material lists can be extracted from a real-time conceptual modelling and Information Modelling cycle. single BIM model, and any revision made 3D: The shared information model cost-planning, quantity extraction to the model is simultaneously reflected ‘3D BIM is perhaps the BIM we are to support detailed cost estimates, (BIM) and Artificial BIM isn’t just a software or a specific in all extracted data representations. most familiar with – the process of verifications from fabrication models, Intelligence (AI) have both type of equipment; it is a process. All This connection is bidirectional, meaning creating graphical and non-graphical value engineering, what-if scenarios information about a given building is that any revision made to the plan, view information and sharing this and visualisations, MEP systems, become hot-topic issues in Figure 5 BIM Life cycle management software shared by and with each influencer, or schedule is directly reflected in the information in a Common Data prefabrication solutions, multi- construction. So, what are which tremendously improves the database. As a result, full automation is Environment (CDE)’, NBS states. The trade fabrication as well as unique BIM and AI, and how do communication between parts and achieved, eliminating the need for time- 3rd dimension of BIM enables clash architectural and structural elements. they work together? enables the final product to be formed consuming manual updates such as detection, laser scanning, ground as effectively and efficiently as possible. those required by traditional design and penetrating radar (GPR) connection, 6D: Sustainability construction projects. safety and logistics modelling, Although some BIM models do not animations, walkthroughs, BIM-based define Sustainability as its own prefabrication and laser-guided field dimension, the 7-D model makes this layout. the focus of 6D. Under this model, the sixth dimension of BIM deals with data Architect Architect 4D: Construction sequencing that allow conceptual energy analysis, Civil Civil Building Structural Building Structural According to NBS2, ‘4D BIM adds an detailed energy analysis, sustainable Owner Engineer Owner Engineer Figure 6 Energy analysis extra dimension of information to element trading and LEED tracking. a project information model in the Facilities Services Facilities Shared Services form of scheduling data. This data is 7D: Facilities Management Manager Engineer Manager Project Model Engineer added to components which will build 7D involves the use of data generated in detail as the project progresses’. In and collected in the BIM database for Quantity Quantity other words, the 4th dimension of BIM future applications such as life cycle Contractor Contractor Surveyor Surveyor involves scheduling, project phasing BIM strategies, BIM as-builts, BIM- Project Project and simulations, as well as just-in-time embedded O&M manuals, COBie data Manager Manager (JIT) equipment deliveries, detailed population and extraction as well as installation simulation and visual BIM maintenance plans and technical Figure 7 Sefaira real-time energy analysis plugin Figure 1 The traditional way of working in the construction sector versus the BIM process validation for payment approval. support. for Revit
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Exploring Artificial Intelligence Integration with BIM
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is defined as ‘intelligence demonstrated by machines, in Using AI to improve the BIM process offers up many opportunities for the contrast to the natural intelligence (NI) displayed by humans and other animals’3. construction sector. From the earliest conceptual design to routine construction Although the term has specific connotations and definitions in the field of computer practices, facility management to the end of life of a building, these two emerging science, most of us understand AI to mean something akin to machines imitating technologies could be utilised together to leverage the effectiveness of the ‘cognitive’ functions we tend to associate with the human mind, such as learning construction sector. This collaboration could also provide solutions for major and problem solving. problems facing the sector, such as waste, pollution, high energy consumption, high cost due to weak planning, coordination problems that cause rework as well as deep leaming human mistakes. machine learning predictive analytics translation One example of integrating robotics into the BIM process is the series of studies classification & clustering natural language 5 processing (NLP) conducted by Gramazio Kohler Research on using quadcopters for construction . In information extraction one experiment, the rotorcraft was successfully able to assemble a six-metre-high speech to text speech Artificial Intelligence model by laying 1500 foam bricks in a twisting pattern. Once the quadcopter picks speech to text (AI) up the brick, it receives the exact coordinates for where it should be placed from a expert systems motion capture system mounted to the ceiling of the room. The quadcopter can lay planing, scheduling & optimization about 100 bricks per hour, and can be used to easily install space frame elements, robotics even at high altitudes. image recognition vision machine vision Another example comes from the Swedish construction company Skanska, who adopted BIM technology a long time ago and has recently incorporated robot Figure 8 What’s required for a machine to be intelligent6 technology in its construction processes. These days, Skanska is using drilling robots that derive their accuracy from a BIM model. In tests, a drilling robot mounted Today, AI is a part of our daily lives in one form or another, most notably in our on a mobile elevated work platform was 2.5 times faster than a comparable crew smartphones, which allow us to do just about anything from offering the shortest performing the same work via traditional means5. route to work based on our daily commute or simply obtaining information from our calendar for an upcoming appointment. Search engines and web browsers are getting more intelligent each day, collecting data from our search history and activities on Figure 9 Sun study with Ecotect social media to analyse our habits and likes, which enables companies to target us with marketing about things that draw our interest.
AI is also increasingly present in the field of architecture, and has been used by construction professionals for some time. One such example is the site analysis software depthmapX, which uses AI to analyse the spatial network on many levels4. The software significantly cuts down on the amount of time it would take an architect to solve the spatial relations – a process that would normally take days – as well as eliminating the need for him or her to make visits to the site. Architects can also perform any building and environmental analysis by simulating the environment via softwares that utilise AI, such as Ecotect, Ecodesigner and many open-source plugins Figure 10 Structural analysis in Revit for Revit and Sketchup.
In the field of demolition engineering, a software can predict and visualise the building collapse depending on the location of the explosive. It does this by extracting accurate Figure 12 Quadcopter Figure 13 Drilling robot data about the structure of the building to predict possible collapse scenarios.
AI is also prevalent in the photogrammetry field, where scanners capable of detecting hard surfaces and distances based on signal beams are used extensively in the Sources: 1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Building_information_modeling construction sector. Autodesk ReMake (now known as ReCap Photo) and Bentley 2 https://www.thenbs.com/knowledge/bim-dimensions-3d-4d-5d-6d-bim-explained ContextCapture are used to generate models from photographs, while tools such as 3 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artificial_intelligence 4 http://futurearchitectureplatform.org/news/28/ai-architecture-intelligence/ IMAGINiT’s Scan to BIM can differentiate, detect walls, pipes and ducts from point 5 https://www.arch2o.com/robotization-bim-robots-improve-bim-workflow/ Figure 11 Demolition simulation cloud as well as draw on its own. 6 http://www.futurearchi.org/t/artificial-intelligence-ai-in-architecture-what-are-the-practical applications/364
28 | kingspan.com kingspan.com | 29 Azerbaijan Kingspan MEATCA News THE LAND OF FIRE Situated along the southwestern shore of the Caspian Sea in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, Azerbaijan is a country that quite literally sits at the crossroads of the East and the West. Given its strategic location, Azerbaijan has been home to various civilisations and peoples throughout its long history, from the prehistoric era to the present. Today, the country embraces its rich cultural past while looking forward to a bright future.
Azerbaijan
The origins of ‘The Land of Fire’ History and the Caucasian Albanian vassal Azerbaijan and imposed Shi’a Islam through trade in the port of Baku. often referred to as the ‘Red Terror’, as Azerbaijan has long been known The lands where the present-day state under the Sassanid Empire. It was on the formerly Sunni population. The Azeri oil rush of the 1870s led to many Azeri figures were killed in Stalin’s as ‘the Land of Fire’ (‘Odlar Yurdu’ Republic of Azerbaijan is located during this time, in the 4th century Although the Safavids’ reign would even more prosperity, although much purges. The 1940s brought increased in Azerbaijani), with etymologists are so ancient that archaeological CE, that Christianity was adopted in prove tumultuous due to warring with of the revenues from the oil boom strategic importance to Azerbaijan SSR, presenting different theories as to the excavations at the Azokh (or Azykh) the region, where it would hold sway the Ottoman Empire, the effects of their were controlled by elite Russians and which was one of the main suppliers of origins of the name. Some claim the Cave in southwestern Azerbaijan have until the Muslim conquest of Persia and religious policy can still be felt to this Armenians, not the local Muslim work the Soviet Union’s gas and oil during epithet derives from Atropates, a Persian unearthed remains from the Paleolithic Azerbaijan in 651 CE6. day, with a large percentage of the Shia force7. By the early 1900s, tensions World War II7. By the 1960s, however, trader and nobleman in the 4th century era, leading archaeologists to consider Muslim population residing in present- ran high between different factions in Azerbaijan’s oil sector was no longer as BCE who ruled the area that came to the cave as one of the most ancient The next pivotal moment in Azerbaijan’s day Iran and Azerbaijan7. Azerbaijan, leading to violent Muslim- important to the Soviet economy, and be known as Atropatene1. According to locations of proto-human presence in history came with the arrival of the Armenian ethnic rioting in Baku during the republic began to lose its economic etymologists, ‘Atropates’ is the Greek Eurasia4. Oghuz Turkic dynasties in the 11th Once the Safavid Empire collapsed, the first Russian Revolution. advantage amidst rising ethnic tensions. transliteration of an Old Iranian name century. The Seljuks in particular held Azerbaijan was ruled by the Iranian that means ‘Protected by the (Holy) Throughout much of prehistory, the power, establishing a vast empire that Afsharid dynasty for some time, until After the collapse of the Russian Empire Ultimately, the increasing ethnic Fire’ or ‘The Land of the (Holy) Fire’2. territory served as a crossroads for included all of Iran and Azerbaijan the emergence of Muslim khanates in 1917, the Azerbaijan Democratic unrest in the Caucasus led to violent Others still believe the name has to ancient peoples and civilisations. The that lasted until the end of the 12th in the region in the mid-18th century. Republic was declared on 28 May 1918, outbreaks between Armenian and Azeri do with Azerbaijan’s numerous mud Achaemenid Empire ruled over the century7. Azerbaijan became an Shortly thereafter, rising tensions becoming the first democratic republic ethnic groups, sparking the Nagorno- volcanoes as well as Yanar Dag region from around 550 to 330 BCE, important cultural centre for the Turkic between Iran and Russia led to the to be established in the Islamic world7. Karabakh War by second half of the (‘Burning Mountain’), a volcano near when they were defeated by Alexander people, with great progress made in the Russo-Persian Wars of the early- to mid- However, the transition was to be short- 1980s. By the time Azerbaijan declared the capital of Baku where a natural the Great. It was during this time that sciences, philosophy, architecture and 19th century. As a result, Russians took lived; as the newly formed Azerbaijani its independence from the USSR on 18 gas fire burns continuously to this day3. Zoroastrianism – one of the world’s other arts in the region at this time. full control of the region in 1828, ending army was engaged with Armenian October 1991, fighting had reached an Whatever the true origins of the word oldest extant religions that viewed Following the Seljuks, Azerbaijan was the rule of local khans, establishing revolts in the southwest of the country, all-time high, with both sides accusing may be, it is clear that the Azerbaijani fire as an agent of ritual purity and invaded and ruled first by the Mongols the present-day borders of Azerbaijan the Red Army invaded Azerbaijan and the other of ethnic cleansing8. The people take great pride in being from kept fire temples5 – became prevalent and later by the Shirvanshah state under and incorporating the territory into the Bolshevik forces re-established Soviet turmoil left the newly independent ‘The Land of Fire’, as they have proudly in the region, further strengthening the Timurid Empire in the 13th and 14th Russian Empire. control over the territory on 28 April country’s government in a state of used the moniker and its symbolism to Azerbaijan’s connection to fire. The area centuries. The Sunni Islamic influence 1920. disarray until the presidential elections assert their national identity as well as was then ruled by several dynasties of the Shirvanshah rulers came to an Under Imperial Russian rule, Azerbaijan on 3 October 1993, when Heydar Aliyev boost tourism in recent years. and empires, notably the Arsacid end in the 1500s, when the Safavids experienced significant growth and In the 1930s, the Azerbaijan Soviet – the former leader of Soviet Azerbaijan – dynasty under the Parthian Empire conquered the territory of present-day economic development, particularly Socialist Republic lived under what is became the country’s third president.
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also established nine national parks Shopping Azerbaijan throughout the country to protect the Modern Baku boasts several shopping rich biodiversity, with the Shahdag centres to cater to any retail lover. Those National Park in northern Azerbaijan searching for luxury brands will want to Discover currently being the largest national park visit the high-end Port Baku Mall, which in the Caucasus11. offers a selection of top international labels15. Shoppers on the lookout for Arts & Culture high-street brands can visit the Park Azerbaijan’s capital Baku is home to Bulvar shopping centre in downtown numerous historic sites and museums Baku, mingle with the locals at 28 Mall, that give travellers the chance to or head for the city’s newest shopping centre, the Ganjlik Mall, which opened its doors in 2016 and was designed by the global architectural practice Chapman Taylor16.
Gastronomy Given its history, it’s no surprise that Azerbaijani cuisine has a lot in common with Iranian and Turkish cuisines. Plov (pilaf) is ubiquitous in this country, a versatile dish of saffron-infused rice with meat or poultry, vegetables and herbs. There are dozens of plov recipes from Azerbaijan, often served with beef, lamb, chicken or fish kebabs. Soups are also a major component of Azerbaijani cuisine, with two of the most popular types being the dovgha, a cold soup made with yogurt, herbs and garbanzo beans, and the dushbara, a soup of ground beef dumplings in a lamb broth. There are many restaurants in Baku where you can enjoy a traditional meal Coming into power shortly after successor, President Ilham Aliyev (joined explore the country’s rich cultural of Azerbaijani dishes, washed down with Azerbaijan joined the Commonwealth by the presidents of Turkey, Georgia and tapestry. Designed by the late Iraqi- a hot cup of black tea served in a pear- of Independent States (CIS) on 24 Kazakhstan) on 25 May 2005. British architect Zaha Hadid, the Heydar shaped armudu glass. September 1993, Aliyev entered into a Aliyev Center in Baku is a must-visit12. Russian-brokered ceasefire agreement Nature Since its opening in 2012, the Center with the Armenian forces in Nagorno- The country’s location – bordered by the has hosted exhibitions, concerts and Sources: Karabakh in May 1994, which still Caucasus Mountains to the north and other cultural events featuring both 1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atropates remains in effect to this day9. Under the Caspian Sea to the east – makes it Azerbaijani and international talent. 2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Land_of_Fire 3 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yanar_Dag Aliyev’s leadership for two terms, the home to a diverse landscape featuring Another must-see site is the Walled 4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azokh_Cave Azerbaijani government enacted legal, mountain ranges and plateaus as well City of Baku, a UNESCO World Heritage 5 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoroastrianism political and economic reforms that did as plains and lowlands. In the years Site which is home to the 12th-century 6 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muslim_conquest_of_Persia 7 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Azerbaijan much to stabilise the country. Aliyev is following its independence from Soviet Maiden Tower and the magnificent 15th- 8 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nagorno-Karabakh_War also credited with signing the ‘Contract rule, Azerbaijan greatly invested in century Shirvanshah’s Palace13. Last but 9 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heydar_Aliyev of the Century’, a production sharing protecting and preserving its natural not least, visiting the Gobustan Rock 10 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/State_reserves_of_Azerbaijan 11 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shahdag_National_Park agreement (PSA) for the Azeri-Chirag- resources, increasing the number of its Art Cultural Landscape is a once-in- 12 http://heydaraliyevcenter.az/ Gunashli oil fields, in September 1994, state-run Nature Reserves to protect a-lifetime experience, as this UNESCO 13 http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/958 as well as his support of the Baku- fauna, flora and their ecosystems10. World Heritage Site features more than 14 http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1076 15 http://www.portbakumall.az/ Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline, which Starting in 2003, Azerbaijan’s Ministry 6,000 rock engravings dating back 16 http://www.chapmantaylor.com/news/retail-and-leisure- was inaugurated by Aliyev’s son and of Ecology and Natural Resources 40,000 years14. ganjlik-mall-azerbaijans-largest-shopping-centre-to-open
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Case Study Bravo SuperMarket Logistics Warehouse
Location A respected company in What made you choose the In terms of aesthetics, did the project meet your expectations Baku, Azerbaijan Azerbaijan’s construction BENCHMARK line for this project? in the end? and production sectors, Product We preferred the BENCHMARK Evolution As the architect of the project, I, along Benchmark Designwall Evolution North West Construction line as it combines insulated panel with my team, am highly satisfied with KS 103SSF Microlambri LLC’s Bravo Supermarket technology with an architectural façade, the façade production and the resulting thus relieving the architect from the structure, which reflects the designs Central Distribution Center burden of striving to find the right detail well. Once the project was completed, relied on the façade coating solutions. Another contributing factor in we received positive feedback from the our choice was the short production and owner as well as from local and foreign services of the Kingspan onsite installation period. visitors for our aesthetic, easy-to-clean MEATCA Azerbaijan group. façade. We spoke with Project Are you satisfied with the technical assistance you Architect Tusi Aliyev received during the process? Tusi Aliyev, Project Architect about his decision to use We are extremely satisfied with the www.nwconstruction.az technical team in terms of their BENCHMARK Evolution response times and the solutions they insulated panels for the provided. Kingspan relieved us by taking project. responsibility for details such as how the panels connected to and worked with other materials.
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THROUGH THE ROOF The growing demand for energy efficiency, fire safety, weather resilience, health and aesthetics in Insulated Panels modern buildings poses both opportunities and challenges for the construction sector as a whole. As a key global player in innovative building envelopes, Kingspan Insulated Panels rose to the challenge by establishing its own Fabrications, Safety, Energy & Lighting (FSEL) Department, which The Complete Roof System aims to provide comprehensive services and control over the cladding process for each project. In Kingspan’s fully integrated, thermally efficient and unified roof system not only this issue, we highlight some of the cutting-edge roof solutions that utilise the extensive know-how combines performance and aesthetics; it also provides peace of mind with of Kingspan’s FSEL Department. guaranteed components and comprehensive technical support.
Rooftop Solar PV - Customised solar energy solution - Advanced building energy performance - Protects structural integrity of Kingspan roof
Fall Protection Systems - Personal and collective protection systems - Range available to suit all building types
Flashings - Simple and bespoke flashings - Colour matched to panel
Membrane-Lined Insulated Gutters - LPCB approved - Available in 8m lengths
Scan the QR code to access the digital catalog containing even more content. To learn more contact Sinan Kıroğlu, [email protected] for further details.
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FSEL Department Kingspan MEATCA News
Insulated Panels Flat Roof System Daylight with Upstand Safety - Flexible solution that allows the - Innovative foil protection systems, The complete flat roof solution by Kingspan comes with the convenience panels to fit any required dimensions designed to protect both the worker of rapid installation, interior aesthetic advantages as well as a complete and add-ons and the roof to which they are fixed guarantee. - range available to suit all building types
Drainage Systems Chimney - Ease of installation and integration with KingRoof - Ease of installation and integration with KingRoof
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Case Study Project Overview
This massive logistics warehousing village features Kingspan ECODIS Smoke Exhaust & Natural Ventilation Vents on the roofs Ali bin Ali Logistics Village of all eight buildings in the project. The ECOFEU DV 100 Type smoke vents were chosen due to their high aerodynamic smoke extraction value, resulting in stronger smoke evacuation without disturbing the thermal value of the building. Last but not least, ECOPRESS compressors were used to create natural ventilation within the two major buildings, thus lowering electricity bills due Location Products to a reduction in A/C power consumption. Doha, Qatar - Smoke Exhaust & Natural Ventilation Vents: Kingspan ECODIS - ECOFEU DV 110 Double-Flap Smoke Exhaust Vents: 546 Units - Control Panel: Smoke Exhaust & Natural Ventilation Technical Illustration - Control Panel: 70 Units - Compressor for Daily Ventilation: ECOPRESS - Compressor: 34 Units ECOFEU DV 110 Pneumatically-operated double-flap smoke exhaust vent for waterproofed roofs.
The opening frames The opening frames are made of galvanised steel. When in safety position, they open at an angle of 110° thanks to the The covers electric linear drive. In waiting position, they lock themselves The covers are opalescent multiwall under the x frame thanks to the unique patented system. polycarbonate (MPC), available in 10mm thickness (standard). It is integrated in an F aluminium profile completely tight. Fire rating: The spoilers (for HPA version) B-s1.d0 (M1). The spoilers are in aluminium for good resistance (Several types of glazing are available) to the outside environment (less soiling and corrosion). They are factory-fitted directly on the kerb: no loss of time on the work site.
The drives The two pneumatic drives are equipped with stroke end cushioning.
The kerb The kerb is made of galvanised steel. Its standard height is 400mm. Thermal insulation is guaranteed Control system by a thermo-welding insulation material of 15mm The control system is manually commanded thickness. The ISO+ offer includes reinforced by a control interface device (Dispositif de insulation to limit heat losses, resulting in savings Commande Manuelle, DCM) with a pneumatic of up to 15% compared to standard equipment. opening and closing, in accordance with standard NFS 61-938. The SHEV is equipped with a factory-fitted thermofuse, rated at 93°C, for commanding opening.
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Limit switch Limit switch
Two limit switches (safety position/ waiting position) can be connected to a signal control panel. This system is useful in controlling the position of all smoke & heat exhaust vents without having to climb up to the roof. This option is required for the installation of SHEVs in category A and B fire safety systems according to French regulations.
Smoke extraction & natural Compressor for natural ventilation control panel air ventilation ECOFEU DV 110 equipment allows Easy and fast assembly: for pneumatic ventilation without Complete, ready-to-install kits modifications or additional costs. which include compressor, fittings, The smoke vent must then be filters, valve, etc., allow for easy connected to a specific pneumatic and fast assembly. The end result control panel used for both smoke is a low-maintenance system that & heat exhaust and natural features an automatic drain; the ventilation. CE compliance is also total volume of the tank is always available with this configuration. available, with little residual water. The double-threshold pressure «Confort» pneumatic switch prevents untimely startups, control panel which leads to longer service life.
Thermal reinforced Design + Build details systems while maintaining the integrity flashings used for waterproofing had insulation and aesthetics of all eight roofs. high specifications. Additionally, the Multi-wall The logistics village that houses Ali high level of irradiation required UV The multi-layer polycarbonate Bin Ali Group’s Dohatna Innovative The biggest complexity in the project protection coating to be applied to insulation solution from (MPC) ECODIS is unique. Tested Distribution is one of the most unique, in terms of smoke exhaust and natural the polycarbonate sheets on the at CNRS, it guarantees fully equipped warehousing centres ventilation was the operational burden smoke vents, which allow high natural better insulation without We offer a large modification of the kerb selection of glazing in Qatar, where dry and frozen food, on the installation side, since all 546 light transmittance inside each nor the dimensions: as in multi-wall textile, chemicals and many other units were installed on the roofs of warehouse. A total of 25km of copper a result, the optimum polycarbonate; other thermal transmission features are also products are stored in the best possible eight buildings, which led to a difficult piping was installed in the ceiling of coefficient is achieved, available upon request. F profile conditions. contracting procedure. There was also each storage zone to conduct the as well as about 15% savings compared to the added complexity of needing to air generated from the ECOPRESS standard equipment. Kingspan’s professional engineering tailor the smoke exhaust & ventilation compressors to the smoke vents, thus The ISO+ offer also includes a cover of 16 design team closely collaborated with systems for each building based on creating natural ventilation. All pipes or 32mm as well as an ErgA Consultancy during the design the products stored inside. Due to the were fully tested in advance of the insulating seal between the cover and the kerb. stage of the project to resolve all aggressive environmental conditions installation to ensure airtightness and complexities surrounding the ventilation created by salty and sandy air, the pressure equalisation.
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Performance 1. 2. 3. 4. Results The high irradiation level of our The high aerodynamic area values of our Tailor-made, roof panel-compatible Kingspan ECODIS Smoke Vents’ wide polycarbonate sheets installed on top ECOFEU DV 110 Smoke Vents generate water insulation roof curbs allow variety of options for RAL coatings, of our vents allows extraordinary levels higher smoke exhaust levels within watertightness, even in locations that frames (PVC, steel, aluminium) & of natural daylight inside each storage smaller areas compared to competitors’ experience heavy rainfall. polycarbonate types create an aesthetic zone, which leads to the use of fewer products. look on the roof of each project. lighting fixtures, thus reducing total energy consumption.
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Watertightness
4 1 2 Aesthetics Energy Aerodynamics
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A SMARTER WAY TO LIVE: What is SU MO? The name SU MO is derived from spaces in a wide variety of geographies (SU)stainable (MO)dules. This with different climatic conditions. SU MO means that our pre-assembled and geographically adaptive structural Recent technological developments, element – the primary building block particularly related to renewable of our buildings – embodies system energy, energy efficiency and waste Given the focus on sustainable buildings in recent years, it’s no wonder the components such as high-performance management, provide tools and construction sector is abuzz with news about more eco-friendly products insulated panels and renewable technologies that can be utilised to energy & energy efficiency distribution overcome global challenges such as and practices. The latest development from Kingspan, the brand new SU installations, which have a significant climate change, destruction of natural MO range, goes way beyond simply respecting the environment – instead, impact on building sustainability. resources and rapid population Rapidly and easily joining these building growth. This is exactly where the it conforms to the terrain, offering tailored solutions to achieve the blocks ultimately results in sustainable primary value proposition of Kingspan ultimate in automated construction and energy efficiency. and comfortable living and working SU MO stands.
Kingspan SU MO Systems are designed in cooperation with VAENER
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SU MO - Three Core Elements Infrastructure Actually, SU MO buildings don’t really need one, as these buildings harness the Solar PV renewable resources of the earth.
Heat Recovery Performance Ventilation Envelope
Electrical Storage
Way of Life The quality and comfort of your home & office determine the quality of your life. Kingspan’s top-notch architectural team ensures a living & working space design that focuses on ‘out-of-the-box’ solutions suitable for various geographical conditions.
Micro Wind Turbine
Vehicle Charging Solar Thermal Station Collector
Rainwater Underfloor Heating Harvesting & Cooling
Heat Energy Storage
Systematic Assembly Each and every procedure subject to a high volume of human factor is bound to experience dramatic defects and flaws. This is particularly the case for the Wastewater construction business. So, what did we do? We revolutionised it. Have you heard of Reuse High Efficiency automated construction? Heating & Cooling
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Case Study SU MO LIVING LAB
Location Isparta, Turkey
Operational Systems → Solar Photovoltaics → Micro Wind Turbine → Solar Thermal Collectors → Air Source Heat Pump → Electrical Energy Storage System → Thermal Energy Storage System → Underfloor Heating & Cooling → Heat Recovery Ventilation System → High-Performance Insulated Sandwich Panels → High-Performance Thermal Window System → High-Efficiency Electric Energy Consumption Modules → High-Efficiency Water Consumption Modules → Well Water System → Water Filtering System Project Overview The Build stage → Modular Water Tank This project was designed to act The laboratory building’s façades feature as a living laboratory for SU MO 100mm BENCHMARK QuadCore™ systems. The purpose of the lab is to Evolution panels, which provide continuously integrate new system superior thermal performance as well parts as well as monitor energy as architectural quality. These panels generation, storage and consumption were installed using Kingspan Insulated to identify areas where additional Panels’ easy and rapid installation energy efficiency can be achieved. process, which not only minimises The lab building also serves as the human error but also reduces associated operations building of a 5MW Solar operational costs. When connected, Power Plant located nearby. these unprofiled insulated panels demonstrate high-calibre water and air insulation as well as superior fire resistance.
The SU MO difference The combination of all these safety and sustainability features in a single component adds exceptional value to SU MO building blocks, which utilise applicable Kingspan products to further integrate acoustic insulation, sanitary/ mechanical/electrical pipes & fittings, exterior architectural coverings, interior boards and lighting systems.
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TIME TO JOIN THE EVOLUTION
In the shift towards Refining the building envelope The perfect façade system for Why more advanced The building envelope is fast becoming any project the conceptual focal point in the design Evolution adds to a suite of building envelopes, and construction of contemporary sophisticated façades, offering Evolution? BENCHMARK buildings. As the global leader in the architects and builders a comprehensive design, development and manufacture range of textured finishes and a stylish A look at some of the features that by Kingspan’s of products and solutions for advanced colour palette. Kingspan’s Evolution can put BENCHMARK by Kingspan’s groundbreaking building envelopes, Kingspan Insulated add the ultimate finishing touch to the Evolution panels a cut above the rest: Panels’ insulated roof and wall panels modern building envelope, combining Evolution range of are at the forefront of sophisticated, leading-edge design with stellar thermal Addressing good design insulated panelised engineered solutions that address every performance. The system is available → Available in cover widths of 1000mm need of the modern building envelope. in cover widths of up to 1000mm and → Can be installed both vertically & architectural wall and comes with a range of architecturally horizontally façade systems stands Introducing the sleek simplicity enhancing ancillaries. Moreover, all the → Architecturally enhancing ancillary of Evolution architectural options of BENCHMARK package out thanks to its long- Featuring Kingspan’s acclaimed by Kingspan’s Evolution wall and façade → Comprehensive technical & design lasting performance, industry-leading, high-performance systems can be readily integrated with assistance insulation core, BENCHMARK by traditional materials such as glazing, unparalleled Kingspan’s Evolution range reflects doors, windows and other ancillary Addressing true performance construction simplicity the sleek simplicity of a completely components. → Compliant with building regulations flat façade. The clean, flawless finish → lifetime insulation for thermal and flawless finish. of this single-component, single-fix performance & enhanced airtightness panelised façade system conceals the → Panels guaranteed for up to 25 years complexity of engineering behind these for durability, external coatings & revolutionary panels. performance
Addressing construction simplicity → Fast, single-component installation → All-weather installation → reduced need for multiple trades on site Engineered joint detail → reduced OH&S risks
Addressing cost efficiency
Available in → high-performing PIR and Quadcore™ 1000mm insulation material results in lower Architectural Rigid PIR insulation core cover width running costs & less maintenance flat finish Gasket with aluminium T profile joint → rapid construction means less time & labour
Addressing energy efficiency → Excellent thermal resistance (R values) guaranteed for the life of the panel → Superior airtightness
Prefinished internal liner Scan the QR code to access the digital catalog containing even Gasket joint more content. To learn more contact Pınar Aydın, [email protected] for further details.
52 | kingspan.com kingspan.com | 53 EVOLUTION / CASE STUDY / ISTANBUL NEW AIRPORT Kingspan MEATCA News TAKING FLIGHT Set to be one of the largest airports in the world, Istanbul New Airport is the largest construction project ever undertaken in Turkey. Scheduled to open in the second half of 2018, the airport will act as an ultra-modern transportation hub, projected to serve 150 million passengers per annum once all phases are complete. The spacious, light-filled design of the terminals and central hall draws on the rich historical and architectural influences of Istanbul, while the airport’s façades and connection bridges will be able to withstand any weather condition thanks to BENCHMARK by Kingspan’s Evolution insulated panelised façade systems.
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Case Study
Istanbul New Airport Technical Illustration BENCHMARK Evolution panels portal vertical corner element (plan) Location Project Overview Istanbul, Turkey Located on the Black Sea coast, building under one roof, extending Istanbul New Airport will have three over an area of 1.3m m2 and initially Product terminals and six runways and is serving 90m passengers per annum. BENCHMARK Evolution, projected to serve 150m passengers This capacity is planned to be increased 80mm IPN-QuadCore™ per annum upon the completion of to 150m passengers via additional Main column all phases of construction. The first terminals and runways in the project’s Horizontal L profile Architects phase will include the construction of later phases. There are also plans Load Spreader Scott Brownrigg three independent parallel runways, to expand this capacity up to 200m taxiways, apron, terminal building, air passengers in the long term. (GMW Architects International Ltd.) PIR board traffic, communication and meteorology site-applied insulation Fonksiyon Architecture Acoustic board Kiklop Design & Engineering systems, plus other service buildings. The construction of the Istanbul New Q2 Joint Gasket Airport continues according to plan TAM Arranged over 2.5 levels, the airport on three construction sites using 822 Self-drilling panel fastener will feature a spacious central hall high-capacity machines and 2200 connected to piers at each end. The first high-tonnage trucks well designed for Substructure by steel contractor terminal will be the biggest terminal construction. min thickness: 2.5mm EPDM Bubble Gasket
Vertical custom-made corner element
Design Stage Architects worked on a terminal design Kingspan Insulated Panels will supply that highlights Istanbul’s unique BENCHMARK Evolution panels for cultural and architectural heritage while Istanbul New Airport, set to be delivered prioritising passenger comfort with in March 2018 and installed in the the help of cutting-edge technology. second quarter of the year. Covering an National and international architectural area of 91,000m2 in total, the panels are firms conceived a passenger-oriented 1000mm in width and up to 6000mm project, with influences drawn from in length. These QuadCore™ Evolution Turkish-Islamic art and architecture. panels will be used on 73 FLB façades, 62 portal façades and 45 connection Once construction is completed, Istanbul bridges to achieve optimum thermal New Airport will not only demonstrate performance. aesthetic quality but will function with a simple, useful system and a flexible, spacious design destined to stand out among the top airports around the globe.
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Performance 1. 2. 3. 4. Results Due to the building’s location (3km With their special reveal connection BENCHMARK Evolution wall panels were During the shop drawing stage and from the Black Sea), aggressive detail and special folded edges, chosen for their durability and ability installation period, Kingspan’s technical environmental conditions were a Benchmark panels allowed for a to cover large areas with 8 cm-thick team provided instructions as well factor in selecting the finish. Thanks to modularity on horizontal and vertical panels and special joint details. These as site supervision services for the Kingspan’s special high-quality coating, lines of 20mm, which provides a highly panels also allowed for modularity and installation teams. the finish is guaranteed to retain its aesthetic design. repetition in the installation, providing a colour and weather resistance for 25 single façade component with internal years. lining, insulation and external lining to achieve the desired performance.
1 3 Finish Versatility
2 4 Energy Technical Support
58 | kingspan.com kingspan.com | 59 Modularis COLD Kingspan MEATCA News Construction Details Free Standing Modular Panel Systems Modularis COLD
Wall - Wall* Multi Axis Convector
Ceiling - Partition*
Corner Panel
PATENTED
Multi Axis Wall - Wall* Convector
A revolutionary hybrid controlled The Modularis Cold system also provides environment system, Modularis Cold excellent thermal insulation, as it is
-18°C 0°C -18°C offers clients high-performance able to withstand internal to external solutions to fulfil their need for cold temperature differences of up to 80°C Camlock Conventional Cold Stores environment systems at a fraction of – making it the ideal choice for a wide the cost of conventional methods. variety of controlled environments. *Detail to be implemented if the second block continues. Wall - Floor
The Modularis Cold system is a patent- Backed by over half a century of pending innovation by Kingspan that innovation and technical know-how, Modularis Cold’s quality assurance Advantages eliminates the need for a steel structure. Kingspan’s Modularis Cold Controlled → Utilises the load-bearing capacity of Kingspan panels → One-stop-shop controlled environment system solution The system is comprised of multiple Environment System solutions and → Patented smart details → Zero structural cost for boxing modular construction units such as wall Whole-Building Insulated Panel Kits → Patented FRP profiles → Simplicity & speed of construction panels and ceiling panels, which are come with 360° support and service, → Patented screws → Excellent thermal insulation & no thermal bridges (-22 C°) configured into a free-standing cold from initial concept to detailed 3D → Tested by Istanbul Technical University → Demountable & highly durable room. Not only can these insulated design, manufacture, installation and → Analysed by senior structural engineers → Higher storage volumes panels be installed and demounted project handover. → Technical support & supervision by Kingspan → Enhanced commercial benefits easily, but they also allow the system → Environmentally friendly solutions to be tailored to fit individual → Allows for the use of lower-capacity coolers project requirements. Modularis Cold -18°C 0°C -18°C Scan the QR code to access the digital catalog enables our clients to fast-track their containing even more content. projects to deliver on time. To learn more contact Hasan Çelik, [email protected] for further details. Modularis Cold Stores
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A LEADER IN INDUSTRIAL DOORS: Industrial sectional doors
POLIDOOR BY KINGSPAN POLIDOOR by Kingspan has transformed traditional sectional doors by replacing the classic spring system with a power pack, which enables these doors to be powered solely by a motor. The key component of this innovative system is the free-standing door, which balances the weight by distributing it throughout the belt and the door panels. Since 2010, POLIDOOR by Kingspan has made a name for itself by providing innovative door solutions for clients. The brand uses Kingspan panels as well as Although POLIDOOR by Kingspan is committed to this change in technology, we still supply spring-powered doors for our clients who prefer to stick to the standard. The good news is that we still have a competitive advantage over other high-end companies top-quality certified equipment and materials to develop cutting-edge technology in the sector, as the Belgium-based Kingspan Door Components is a global leader in the manufacture of sectional door panels in-house, enabling POLIDOOR to fulfil clients’ needs every step of the way, from the that provide the highest level of thermal insulation. POLIDOOR by Kingspan uses these panels to manufacture long-lasting sectional doors with world-class levels of thermal insulation, waterproofing, airtightness and overall security. design and delivery of the project through after-sales technical support.
Key features production once again provides us with Through extensive research and a competitive advantage, as we are Kingspan’s many years of know-how, able to find a solution to any technical experts at POLIDOOR came to the problem within 24 hours. conclusion that, in the door business, hardware, accessories, testing and Safety programming are key to creating As required by regulation, each sectional Circuit boards the perfect product. Fuelled by this door sold by POLIDOOR is equipped with understanding, POLIDOOR made the photocells or safety edges, whether the decision to produce all electronics and client requests them or not, to ensure programming in-house. that no one gets hurt using any of our products. The motor developed by POLIDOOR operates as a control box attached Highlights to the sectional doors or hydraulic → Our full product range is patented. ramps. The motor is self-diagnostic, → Our full product range is CE certified meaning that once installed by our according to European Standards (EN). Chain hoist team, the door will test itself with each → Our full product range (including even use, monitoring every aspect of its the screws) is manufactured in-house. performance before reporting back with → Since all design, production and a simple green light/red light feedback programming is done in-house, system. In the event that our clients solutions can be found and repairs receive a red light, we recommend can be made efficiently. opening the case, taking a photo → The doors can be customised to suit of it and emailing it to POLIDOOR’s the needs of the client or project. technical team. Here, our in-house Safety Photocells
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The POLIDOOR difference
Here are just a few of the features that distinguish POLIDOOR by Kingspan’s power pack-equipped sectional doors from traditional spring doors:
1. Lifespan 2. Maintenance 3. Security → Spring doors have a limited lifespan → A spring door’s lifespan is dependent → It isn’t safe for an operator to between 10,000-50,000 working on maintenance. Power pack- replace the springs on spring doors, cycles (depending on operation and equipped doors are only dependent on as risk of life is involved. Technical temperature). Power pack-equipped electrical supply. support for power pack-equipped doors are not limited. doors can be provided via phone, → Spring doors have a cycle time email, photos or manuals. → Spring doors rust and are not limited to 35-36% (18-min full suitable for moist environments usage, 42-min cooldown). → In the event of a power outage, or humid climates. Power Power pack-equipped doors have spring doors must be closed pack-equipped doors are suitable for a 95% cycle time (55-min full usage, manually, which may pose all climates. 5-min cooldown). a problem depending on the person’s height. Power pack-equipped Lifespan → Spring doors need regular → Springs fail more often than direct- doors have a handle and chain that maintenance and unclogging, drive doors, and dedicated personnel can be accessed at ground level. as bugs and dust need to is needed to replace or fix them be cleaned regularly. Power pack- as well as to verify the proper → Springs have been used in doors equipped doors do not require manual operation of the door. With power since the 1960s. As technology maintenance. pack-equipped doors, in the rare event evolves, the focus has shifted to doors of a drive failure, anyone can change with power packs. and instantly restart the power pack (a process which requires four screws in total).
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Loading technology
Fuelled by its vision to provide At POLIDOOR, we also give our clients comprehensive solutions when it the option to combine the dock leveller comes to industrial heavy-duty door hydraulic power pack with our hydraulic equipment, POLIDOOR by Kingspan sectional door, allowing them to power has focused on loading technology, both systems with one motor. This option offering products that are most is both effective and cost-efficient, as it Minimum wheel footprint used in calculations. complementary to industrial doors. reduces power consumption. POLIDOOR’s loading technology product range includes hydraulic levellers, dock Most importantly, POLIDOOR by houses, manual ramps, mobile ramps, Kingspan’s product range frees clients retractable dock shelters and inflatable and installers from the need to do shelters. Engineered using cutting-edge guesswork. Traditionally, clients and technology and methods, these products suppliers would need to measure how are made for the future. much space was required for ramps before they were shipped and prior to Finite element analysis for all levellers. Even if These days, engineers are designing laying the concrete. Clients would then 60km of weight is all put in one spot, the ramp will balance and distribute the weight throughout. smaller forklifts with smaller wheels, have to count on the accuracy of those This new technology enables POLIDOOR to keep which causes the weight to be calculations, effectively entrusting up with new-generation forklifts. centralised. POLIDOOR by Kingspan’s millions of dollars to the word of an hydraulic ramps were designed to employee and the skill of a concrete perform under heavy-duty conditions: layer. Thanks to POLIDOOR’s innovative our new connecting plates structure, way of doing business, however, clients developed in-house, balances any no longer have to worry about high centralised pressure to operate with stress levels or loss of money, as our more flexibility than traditional ramps. customised loading technology solutions Thanks to this innovation, our weight and exemplary technical assistance The ramp’s special non-skid surface prevents any injuries caused by slipping, even in inclement capacity has increased to 10 tonnes. prevent mistakes, conserve labour power weather conditions. and save clients from laying concrete twice.
Z reinforcement under the leveller forms a wave pattern. When weight is loaded, the whole leveller moves, relocating the weight even if it is unbalanced, thus minimising accident risks. POLIDOOR products use the minimum distance Scan the QR code to access the digital catalog between Z reinforcements available on containing even more content. the market. To learn more contact Kingsley Stinson, [email protected] for further details.
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Situated along the southeastern section seceded from Abu Dhabi and emirate to flourish. Two years later, coast of the Arabian Gulf, Dubai relocated to Dubai. The leaders of the British government ordered all is one of seven emirates as well as this movement, Obaid bin Saeed and British troops withdrawn from the the largest city in the United Arab Maktoum bin Butti, served as joint region, which led to Dubai and five Emirates (UAE). Dubai is thought to leaders of Dubai until Obaid’s passing other independent sheikhdoms have been established as a fishing in 1836. Since then, the Al Maktoum officially forming the United Arab village in the early 18th century, family has served as the sheiks (rulers) Emirates on 2 December 1971. although archaeological excavations of Dubai. have unearthed settlements in the Over the years, Dubai has grown into region dating as far back as 3000 A major trading port in the Arabian a truly global city, with revenues from BCE. By the early 1800s, the town Gulf, by the mid-1800s, Dubai was tourism, aviation, real estate, financial DUBAI had a modest population of fewer a British protectorate and one of services and, of course, free trade A truly global city, Dubai is both cutting-edge and traditional, than 1000 inhabitants who were several Trucial States on the Gulf. replacing the oil boom of the 20th where ultramodern development rises high above a sandy subject to the rule of Sheikh Tahnoon The sheikhdom was renowned for century. The emirate has also invested desert with a rich cultural past. of Abu Dhabi. Dubai’s fate changed its pearling industry until the 1930s, heavily in retail, entertainment and in 1833, when members of the Al Bu when both the Great Depression and cultural attractions, making the Dubai Falasah (currently known as Al-Falasi) the innovation of cultured pearls of today a dream destination on any disrupted pearl trade. Still, the city traveller’s list. The future looks bright invested heavily in building up its for Dubai, as the city is gearing up infrastructure, and by the time oil to host World Expo 2020 – as well as was discovered in Dubai in 1966, become the first Middle Eastern city to the conditions were perfect for the host the prestigious event.
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Dubai Plant Investment
We are set to Kingspan Insulated Panels has recently Mr Wilson noted that the company sees invested in an ultramodern manufacturing huge potential in the UAE’s booming unveil our biggest plant in Dubai with the aim of bringing property sector and the wider GCC. single-infrastructure the region up-to-date with Kingspan’s ‘We intend to use our new capabilities latest manufacturing processes and to catapult our profile further than investment in the equipment. The new manufacturing plant ever before in this region, working with is able to produce the company’s most developers, architects and contractors Middle East in more advanced insulated panels using the on a wide range of commercial than three decades formidable QuadCore™ Technology. buildings’, he said. ‘We intend to build on our core strength as a provider of of operating in the Kingspan’s Dubai-based Managing roof and wall panels and free-form Director Lance Wilson called the building envelope solutions, as well as region. investment ‘a major landmark in the promote our products across the five development of our UAE operations’ – prime divisions of the business: insulated one that ‘sends a big message to the panels, insulation, light and air, marketplace about our ambitions’. environmental and access floors’.
‘This investment demonstrates how Mr Wilson also pointed out that the serious we are about growing in company has already enjoyed successful the region’, Mr Wilson said. ‘Dubai business partnerships in the region, is now the prime hub for the entire with standing seam systems installed Middle East and Africa, dovetailing at high-profile locations such as the with our manufacturing operation in new terminal of the Queen Alia Airport Turkey. We have installed new state- in Amman, Jordan, and the Emirates of-the-art facilities here in Dubai to Engineering Centre at the Dubai maximise the abilities of our top-class International Airport. He concluded: in-house designers and highly skilled ‘The key now is showing our market how manufacturing force. It is a hugely Kingspan can provide solutions to the exciting time for us as we seek to build toughest building challenges using the broader and deeper relations across the best insulated panel products in the construction industry’. world’.
Improved ENIRONMENTAL Superior FIRE Performance protection
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Meydan Racecourse, Dubai, UAE BLENDING ART AND ARCHITECTURE Architect: Teo A. Khing Design Consultants (TAK)
As technological innovations continue to transform the world of architecture, these days, the sky’s the limit for designers, architects and engineers who want to create gravity-defying, one-of-a-kind buildings. Kingspan’s revolutionary KingZip Freeform Building Envelope Solutions combine functionality with aesthetics for truly extraordinary buildings that stand the test of time.
A cutting-edge development by sheet lengths and thus considerably Kingspan, KingZip Freeform Building increasing the speed of construction. Envelope Solutions enable our clients What’s more, KingZip systems are to bring any design to life, with manufactured using mobile facilities total flexibility in every phase from that can be deployed anywhere in the initial form finding to construction. world – allowing our clients to fulfil all As advanced ‘zip-up’ freeform their design requirements in terms of building envelope solutions, KingZip aesthetics, specification, performance Linea and KingZip Infiniti provide and construction. advanced structural, thermal, acoustic and fire performance Whether our clients opt for KingZip combined with interlocking seams, Linea for 2D applications or KingZip offering exceptional long-term Infiniti for full 3D geometric envelope weatherproofing and durability. capability, our proprietary CAD/CAM software ensures direct data transfer While KingZip Linea enables clients from our technical service centre to on- to create technically perfect angular, site production. This enables our clients convex, concave and tapered to cost-effectively alter the details of architectural forms, KingZip Infiniti their project during production on-site. uses the world’s most advanced standing seam roll former to offer The technical performance of unprecedented design freedom these systems sets the standard in creating sophisticated, artistic for compliance with national and envelopes. Both systems create international building codes and continuous weather-tight envelopes regulations, and can be tailored to meet and are supplied as complete specific or enhanced project criteria, packages with outer weather sheet, such as seismic, thermal, acoustic and structural liner, vapour barrier, sustainability specifications. insulation, thermal halters, fasteners and accessories. Our KingZip Freeform Building Envelope Solutions also fully integrate with Both KingZip Linea and KingZip Infiniti our insulated roof, wall and façade are manufactured on-site, from from systems and accessories to provide a 1m up to 150m, allowing envelopes single-source, high-performance, fully to be constructed from very long guaranteed package.
Watch the video on how the 3D roll forming standing seam solution, Kingzip Infiniti can turn your vision into reality. Scan the QR code to access. To learn more contact Mick Martin on +971 505599134 for further details.
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The Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) at Abu Dhabi’s International Airport is quite simply breathtaking. Conceived as the primary gateway to Abu Dhabi and designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) Associates, the new terminal building is raised above road level and appears to sit on its very own plateau. Imagine the arresting view of this impressive structure silhouetted against the desert sky, not to mention the spectacular illuminated six-storey interior that will be visible from the surrounding highways at night. MEATCA News finds out about this cutting-edge design project and learns how the Kingspan team contributed to the delivery of this ultimate tribute to luxury air travel.
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Location Project Overview Abu Dhabi, Dubai The new MTB will transform Abu Dhabi 8,500 passengers per hour, and 22km of barrier, mineral fibre insulation and steel structure below. Roll-forming synergies was a major contributing International Airport into a world-class conveyor belt will move 19,000 pieces of external weather sheet with thermo on-site was essential to get the exact factor to the combined team’s ability to Products facility that can accommodate the luggage per hour through the system. support halters and galvanised top hat shape and dimension to match the work seamlessly and progress at speed KingZip Linea and KingZip Infiniti expected growth in passenger numbers support bars running along each side of specification’. to ultimately deliver one of the most – up to 30m per annum – over the Design + Build the sheet. aesthetically pleasing projects in the Consultant & Architect next decade. The 310,000m2 terminal Occupying such a critical part of the Seamless relationships world today’. Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) building comprises a reinforced concrete overall scheme, the roof element of the The fluoropolymer and acrylic resin With such a major and complex
Main Contractors podium and multi-level basement with MTB presented the construction team formulation provides a ‘Teflon type’ project, there are many partners The scale and complexity of the MTB TAV, CCC & Arabtec JV 69ktes of superstructure steelwork with a significant challenge. Essentially surface which is resistant to dirt and involved in the MTB and the Kingspan demanded that information be shared forming the vast span roof over the a 3D structure had to be created from easily washed. Managing Director of team has worked flexibly alongside collaboratively in an online space. Construction Manager central space and four adjoining piers. sheets of cladding with varying widths Kingspan, Lance Wilson, who had a the different parties at all stages. The project team estimate that BIM AECOM The monumental departures hall – a along each stretch in order to achieve lead role in the project, explained: ‘With Above all, Kingspan formed the closest workflows saved them 119 days and 50m-high space that is virtually column- the complex, multi-dimensional ‘wave’ any major project such as the MTB, working relationship with the building USD$65,000 in creating fabrication Sub-consultant free due to the use of long span leaning design envisaged by the architect, we install mobile forming and curving envelope subcontractor, Chadwick drawings for just one zone of block work. ARUP arches – has an open, outdoor feel with KPF. It had to be UV-, abrasion- and equipment so that the roofing element Technology, and together they helped They also cite enhanced collaboration, the supporting arches visually separated corrosion resistant, withstand extreme can be manufactured on-site. The turn the complex design vision into the reducing the cycle of critical RFIs down Building Envelope from the roof to enhance a sense of air temperatures, and have a non-stick, ambitious nature of the MTB design landmark piece of civic architecture from 28 days to just two-seven days. Sub-contractor and lightness. waterproof surface to perform in all – requiring curves, undulations, a bull fitting its international status. Lance Working in a BIM environment enabled Chadwick Technology weather conditions. nose from the head of the roof down on continued: ‘Chadwick is one of the proposals to be tested virtually first, The iconic roof design features soft to the vertical cladding and piers joining world’s top roofing contractors and has before they were constructed for real Roof System undulations redolent of both desert Kingspan’s KingZip Linea and KingZip the central part – meant accuracy extensive experience working on large- out on site. The design team claim to Chadwick Technology Kingspan and seascapes that are so much a Infiniti were identified as ideal matches of shape and size was absolutely scale airport projects. We’ve worked have saved over USD$1m and 51,000 580,000m2 KingZip Linea & KingZip part of the local environment. When for the specification. Both products paramount. If you can imagine, each together many times in the past and working hours purely in resolving clashes Infiniti, Stucco Aluminium & 4-coat complete, the MTB will have 65 gates, feature a layered structure comprising of the support halters along the roofing have a very sound understanding of between the main façade and the PVDF RAL 860M Metallic Grey Finish 165 check-in counters able to handle structural liner tray, vapour control sheet had to engage exactly with the one another’s approach. Having such various trades with which it interfaces.
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Performance 1. 2. 3. 4. Results KingZip can be manufactured on-site, KingZip achieves a Class 0 rating as KingZip was the ideal solution for this During installation, the team was on allowing roofs to be constructed using classified by building regulations and project because its flexibility allows hand to modify the design for individual very long sheet lengths, eliminating is FM 4471 approved and UL 580-690 architects to meet almost any design domes where variance occurred in the the need for end laps and considerably certified. need. It is available in multiple metal concrete substructure, ensuring the increasing the speed of construction. types and paint system finishes, and an desired appearance was maintained. enormous variety of lengths, widths and curvature options.
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4 4 Technical Support
1 Build Ease
3 Versatility
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The global leader in safe, energy-efficient building envelope solutions, Kingspan Insulated Panels is proud to announce Not All Insulation that our Controlled Environment Insulated Panel systems with proprietary QuadCore™ Technology have met the is the Same... requirements for Dubai Civil Defence approval in the United Introducing our new hybrid insulation Arab Emirates (UAE). core for superior fire protection Jim Loughran, Regional Managing Director at Kingspan Our new roof and wall panels are also expected to receive Insulated Panels, welcomed the implementation of the new DCD approval imminently. Code issued by the Directorate General of Civil Defence, adding that the specifications for the insulated sandwich Launched in 2015 and developed in-house, our QuadCore™ panels directly reflect the 2017 Fire and Life Safety Code of Technology provides long-lasting, unrivalled thermal Practice. performance, superior fire protection and enhanced environmental credentials. Insurance companies in the UAE The KSD1100CS insulated panel product range which met have welcomed QuadCore™ insulated panel systems, as they the Code is available in a variety of finishes, thicknesses and also help reduce insurance premiums for building owners and variable cover widths from 600mm to 1200mm. occupiers.
We are also proud to announce that we are the only As a business are now proceeding with further testing for manufacturer in the region to achieve the B-s1,d0 the insurance industry, as we know that the combination of classification in the BS EN 13501-1 test for smoke emission insurance-led approvals along with the tests completed for classification, which demonstrates the superior fire Civil Defence will make Kingspan’s insulated panel systems performance of Kingspan solutions. unique in the region.
To meet the Code, our insulated panels were To discuss your project or arrange a tour of our manufacturing subjected to the following tests: plant, please email [email protected] or call +971 (0) 4885 4232. 1. BS EN 13501-1:2007+A1:2009: Fire classification of construction products and building elements. Classification used test data from Reaction to Fire Tests (EN ISO 11925-2 & EN 13823).
2. ASTM D 1929-16: Standard Test Method for Determining Ignition Temperature of Plastics (above 343 degrees).
3. ASTM E119: Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials (achieved 30-minute fire integrity and insulation).
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Seminar Series Never Settle, Always Innovate
Kingspan Insulated Panels organised a seminar series in the MEATCA region in the first quarter of the year. Titled ‘Never Settle, Always Innovate’, the seminar series drew great turnout, as company executives and guest speakers shared ideas and discussed the latest trends in the sector. Some of the Kingspan products and projects introduced in the seminar series included Kingspan’s patented QuadCore™ Technology, the free-standing modular panel system Modularis Cold and the company’s different insulated panel solutions for various projects.
The strong interest in Kingspan panels and QuadCore™ Technology motivate us to work even harder as we expand our operations in the region.
If you wish to attend Kingspan’s seminar series in your region or hear a presentation on Kingspan systems and solutions, contact Adem Aydın, [email protected] for further details.
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