Raaf Base Tindal New Fighter Jet Facilities

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Project Title: New Facilities Requirements for the New Air Combat Capability NACC Raaf Base Tindal R8000

Project Scope: To manufacture, deliver and install iH2O HVAC Piping across 4 new buildings, 2 smaller existing buildings plus a central plant room

Primary Contractor: Lend Lease

Client Name: Australian Airconditioning & Mechanical Services (AAMS)

Location: Raaf Base Tindal NT

APS Contract Value: $3.1 million

Description of the Job (problems we solved): APS worked closely with our client AAMS and the other like services contractors including plumbing, hydraulic, civil, electrical and fire services to install the HVAC infrastructure across the new R8000 Fighter Jet Facilities at the Raaf Base Tindal, Katherine. APS supplied and installed all the HVAC underground and above Ground iH2O Chilled Water pipework which comprised of carbon steel, HDPE, copper, stainless steel pre-insulated piping variants. APS installed all the HVAC heating water and piped all the chillers and condenser towers in the main plantroom. APS was also responsible for and piped-up all the AHUs and CRAC units across the new facilities. APS is proud of our inhouse piping and plastic fabrication capability, bringing innovation and technology to the condensate drainage system across all of the pipework within the new facility. APS enjoyed working alongside and interfacing with other services contractors to progress the job. APS specialist inhouse Pipe Drafting ensured seamless pipe routing and installation of all HVAC pipework across this construction project. APS’ bespoke pipe bracketing system reduced the need for seismic bracing therefore eliminated the need for our Team to do high risk work at heights. Throughout the installation of the iH2O Underground HDPE piping system the APS Management implemented a heat stress management plan to protect the APS Installation Team against heat stress. This plan included a shaded respite area with cooling fans and provision of electrolytes and regular breaks.