Structural Design for a Fire-Proof Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) Room
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Structural Design for a Fire-Proof Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) Room
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Queensland Department of Transport Main Roads
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Project Overview :
An Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) is to be relocated into a new room in the car park area of a building. The client requires a structural assessment of the existing concrete slab to withstand the new load.
JJR Involvement :
The structural assessment will be in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, including:
- Building Code of Australia (BCA);
- AS3700, Mason structures;
- AS3600, Concrete Structures; and
- AS2870, Residential Slabs and Footing Construction.
Existing structural elements will be assessed for fire rating as per AS3600 and AS3700 requirements, which is comprised of the following:
- Existing concrete slab on grade;
- Existing concrete suspended slab above and relevant beams; and
- Existing masonry block wall.
