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Structural Engineering : Glasgow Science Centre
LOCATION: Glasgow
CLIENT: Glasgow Development Agency
STATUS: Complete
COST: £43.3m
This project consists of two main structural elements.
Exploratorium: The building's primary function is to act as a large container for exhibition galleries with a curved protective shell roof finished in titanium.
Imax Theatre: The 350 seat Imax Theatre is contained within a titanium shell with offices, a viewing gallery, mezzanine lounge and exhibition foyer wrapped around the front of the theatre on three levels.
A range of comprehensive ground investigation methods were needed to address the difficult ground conditions in the former quay-side and dock. These included cone penetrometer testing and deep boring. Driven bearing pile foundations were designed for the main structures and sheet pile walls.
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Key Project Personnel
Angus MacNab
Partner
John is a Chartered Engineer and has built a strong reputation within the Scottish market, retaining a broad Client base within a variety of key sectors.
These sectors particularly include education, residential and Government areas with the latter involving the current SPS Prison upgrade and expansion programme.
John is a Partner with responsibility for market development and his Civil/Structural team in the Glasgow office whilst also supporting the other operational units.
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