API Rope Access – NAB

Project – NAB 700 Bourke Street Docklands

Market Sector: Commercial & Retail

Scale: 63,000 sqm

Completion:  June 2013

Key design features:

This building is distinguished by large vertical “fissures”, which provide vertical articulation, breaking up the massive scale of the building. A ”˜6 green star rating’, energy efficient facade, high performance solar glazing and a black water treatment plant.

API Rope was engaged as the rope access glazing contractor for all 5 Vertical fissures on the project.

Scope:

To mange, coordinate and install double glazed units in a complex environment whilst under construction.

Achievements all via rope access methods:

• Successful and safe installation of:
• 45 double glazed triangle panels measuring up to 1.5 meters
•  18 double glazed vision panels  measuring up to 4 meters in height.

Rope Access Equipment used (Best use of available technology):

1. Lifting rig with cable winch at back of needle arm.

2. Woods Power Grip Channel Lifter.

Project delivered and completed under strict time frames and within budget whilst working in a complicated construction environment.