The Brief
The University of Kent had a limited budget for a phased replacement of the campuses boiler and plant rooms. A critical factor was to supply the engineers with cost effective measured survey information on the existing plant equipment and major pipe runs, so they could design and install the replacements over a phased programme. Speed and accuracy were essential to ensure the success of this project, whilst keeping costs within budget.
The University of Kent has exceptional campuses in the UK and centers in two of the most exciting and historic cities in Europe. With its main campus North of Canterbury situated within 300 acres (1.2 km2) of park land.
Residential and academic buildings are intermingled in the central part of the campus, housing over 6,000 students.
Residential and academic buildings are intermingled in the central part of the campus, housing over 6,000 students.
Our Work
Spatial Dimensions surveyed several plant rooms including MEP at the university over several months. Our laser scan data and LOD3 Revit models were used to start the BIM process on this project.
The Outcome
All surveys were delivered on time and within budget. The first phase replacement works began in 2020.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
Spatial Dimensions were a key part of the team lead by Wilson & Partners LLP appointed by the University of Kent to develop a scheme for replacement of the Kent campus central boiler plant and refurbishment of the boiler house. The model developed from the cloud point survey allowed detailed pump, pipework and panels configuration to be undertaken in a phased upgrade.
Spatial Dimensions provide a proficient and approachable service.
Spatial Dimensions provide a proficient and approachable service.
David Pullen
Partner
