Creative Solutions for Complex Power Challenges
At the UofL Hospital West Tower Addition, there wasn’t room near the tower for critical equipment, so our team got creative. Generators and paralleling gear were placed on the opposite side of the property, and over 700 feet of conduit were routed around the existing hospital, 30 feet below grade, and through underground structures to … Continue reading “Creative Solutions for Complex Power Challenges”
Elevating Safety: The Power of Stairwell Pressurization in Fire Control
Stairwell pressurization is a critical smoke control method used in high-rise buildings, aimed at maintaining a smokeproof enclosure in stairwells during a fire. It involves creating a higher pressure in the stairwell compared to the surrounding areas, preventing smoke and fire products from entering. This approach is considered an alternative method to establish a smokeproof … Continue reading “Elevating Safety: The Power of Stairwell Pressurization in Fire Control”