Textbook example of large, complex upgrade
The University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) Blake Library in
Ultimo required a major upgrade of mechanical, fire and electrical
services including BCA upgrade and smoke management system, as well
as additional floorspace for students. This complex project
included the relocation of approximately 13 linear kilometres of
books from three levels of the library. Major works included the
installation of two, seven tonne, air cooled chillers.
Timeline compressed to 10 weeks
With the project timeline compressed from 22 weeks to ten weeks,
ISIS selected skilled crews and programmed long shifts. Our team
remained close to the client throughout the project, keeping them
involved in all planning decisions. The scope of works was broad
and included installing two, seven tonne air cooled chillers on a
new roof mounted structural platform. Efficient materials handling
was achieved with an external temporary hoist system. ISIS also
packed, transported and stored many thousands of books, then
replaced them in correct classification order.