Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry

BIRMINGHAM

The £50 million, four-storey dental hospital and school of dentistry provides world-class research facilities for more than 600 undergraduate and postgraduate students.

  • SCOPE OF WORK

    Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry

    • Value engineering exercise across both wings.
    • Design, supply and installation of post-tensioned flat slabs over five floors.
    • Design and installation of post-tensioned band beams.
    • Thermal analysis of south block.
    • Additional reinforcement to control and distribute long term strains in south block.
    • Vibration analysis.
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  • GALLERY

    Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry

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BENEFITS

CCL delivered the following benefits:

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    Material Reduction

    Reduced slab thickness across both wings (400 mm to 275 mm and 300 mm).

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    Specialist Design

    Adapted design and reinforcement detailing to avoid requirement for a permanent movement joint through the structure.

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    Design Flexibility

    Integrated soft spots in roof to provide flexibility for rooftop plant.

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    Vibration Control

    Detailed vibration assessments to ensure compliance with specified performance criteria.

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    Faster Construction

    CCL’s specialised solution significantly sped up construction.

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    Cost Savings

    The reduction in build time resulted in significant savings.