Case Study 3
Devonport Dockyard
Project Objectives
To design and install a relocatable structure, in which to build ocean-going craft.
Challenges
The building had to have:
• An unusually high eave height of 16.5 metres with a ridge height of 19.5 metres.
• Sliding panels to enable major shipbuilding components to be delivered by tower crane through the roof.
• A removable gable end to enable craft to easily leave the building for sea trials.
The Solution
A remarkable building which conforms to all building regulation requirements. The steel framework has an extraordinary load carrying capacity so, if necessary, an overhead crane could be suspended from it.
An interesting addition to the building was the installation of a sacrificial internal liner to protect the steel framework and membrane walls from paint whilst the craft was being sprayed.
With a 6 week procurement time from order and 14 day build time on-site, the entire project was completed within 8 weeks.
The Result
Due to the success of this project, the structure may shortly be relocated and a further one built in its place.
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