This project was a remote island research facility for James Cook University, which had its own on-site power generation facility.
Energy production and conservation played a primary role in the design of this facility and therefore studies and research were undertaken in relation to wind, solar and tidal energy generation.
A state wide BMS system was implemented to control, monitor and load shed the facilities where applicable.
Ashburner Francis was chosen to design new mechanical and electrical equipment for a 15-20yr operational life to the existing Karratha Airport Control Tower.
A new air conditioning plant incorporating Energy Efficiency features such as inverter technology, all in compliance and above the BCA Section 5, was adopted.
Local saline conditions required Ashburner Francis to obtain ample technical information to attain an estimate on the costings for a special coating on the Air Conditioning Plant to extend the life of the equipment. Local conditions such as humidity, cyclonic condition and saline levels were all factored into our design.
When designing the new switchboards, Ashburner Francis allowed for sufficient spare capacity for any possible future expansions to the tower.
The new $11 Million Miles Health Service Facility is a state of the art Rural Health Service building. The community’s general health needs are provided on one integrated campus. A Hospital with Emergency facilities, Acute Beds in addition to an Aged Care Facility and Primary Health Clinic are all part of the new and refurbished site.
Ashburner Francis provided the Electrical, Mechanical and related services design and Construction stage work. The new buildings operate with great efficiency as a Health Service in addition to fitting the diverse needs of Aged Care.
The project delivered numerous challenges such as the complete relocation of the new facility to face the opposite direction and the staged redevelopment of the site.
