Early adopter projects in Hong Kong have had some success with MiC although so far this has been limited to particular building types, primarily social and elderly housing.
A business case.An interesting subject was discussed around the business case or affordability of automated testing.. As in the other areas, could common operations or key equipment in laboratories be shared?
This model is adopted in other arenas where equipment is simply too expensive for one party to own and operate but can be provided as a service or on a rental basis.Although at a conceptual level this was thought to be a good idea, there are several issues to overcome.Location, IP and, interestingly, tribalism.
The fierce independence and competitiveness of laboratory operations is an antagonist to sharing and cooperation..Sustainable, future labs.
The sustainability of laboratories was high on the agenda.
There was a tacit understanding that designers and engineers needed to sort out the buildings and services and that operations managers would work on what goes on inside the buildings.The design solutions are both pragmatic and idealistic; utilising the most appropriate construction solutions for each project, whilst realising schemes of great design and aesthetic merit.
The projects undertaken, although diverse in type and scale, are unified by a singular commitment to ensuring logic in the design process.Ian Pegrum joined Bryden Wood in 2013, having worked for multi-national engineering consultancy practices throughout his career.. Ian became a Board Director in 2013 and is responsible for the management of the Building Services Engineering team, as well as for our HR function..He retains a hands-on approach to project work and is responsible for design, construction and commissioning for a wide range of projects.
He has extensive experience across a number of sectors including Healthcare, Cultural & Heritage and Sports.. Ian’s specialist discipline is.electrical engineering.
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