Publish Time: 2023-08-25 Origin: Site
The Pier
Project name: The Pier
Location: Tempe Arizona US
Project Type: High Rise Apartment
Project Status: Under Construction
Products: Slim Frame Heavy-Duty Sliding Door, Window Wall, Balcony divider glass.
Service: Construction drawings, Design new system, Coordinated with Engineer and installer, On-site technical solution support, Sample proofing, On-site Installation Inspection
Review:
1. The Pier is a High-Rise Project in Tempe, Arizona, with two Apartments in 24 floors, total 528 units, overlooks the Tempe Town Lake. It's a walkable waterfront district that integrates retail and fine dining.
2. Tempe's climate is characterized by hot summers and mild winters, making it attractive for outdoor activities . The local market potential is robust, with plans for high-rise office space and a mix of retail and dining options.This makes for an investment opportunity that appeals to a wide range of people, including real estate investors, young professionals, families, and those looking to enjoy the amenities of a vibrant waterfront community.
Challenge:
1. Unique Design Requirements:The new Sliding Door system features a narrow frame profile while still maintaining a heavy-duty construction, and share a common frame integrating in the window wall system, maximizes the expansive view and embraces the natural beauty of the surrounding environment.
2. Staying Within the Customer's Budget: The project must be cost-effective, with potential cost savings of up to 70% compared to local expenses.
3. Complying with US Building Codes: Meeting the stringent building codes and regulations in the United States is crucial for ensuring the project's safety, functionality, and legal compliance. It requires thorough knowledge of local building codes, permits, and inspections, as well as coordination with relevant authorities throughout the construction process.
4. Simplified Installation for Labor Savings: Streamlining the installation process to save on labor costs can be a challenge. It involves careful planning and coordination between different trades, utilizing efficient construction methods, and selecting materials that are easy to install without compromising quality or safety.
Solution:
1．Topbright team developed a new heavy duty sliding door system with a slim frame width of 50 mm(2 Inch), 6+8 larger Glass Pane, with same frame integrating in the window wall system to meet the wind pressure requirements (144 MPH) in ASCE 7 certain regions while maintaining an attractive aesthetic. Each set of wheels used in the sliding door system is capable of supporting a weight of up to 400 kilograms, ensuring smooth and secure operation.
2．Combine our company's supply chain management system to ensure competitive pricing. Topbright carefully selecting the best materials and implementing an efficient system to control the budget.
3．Our team keep in mind that prioritizes safety, structural integrity, arrange the video call and job-site visit, and adherence to all relevant codes and standards to deliver a project that exceeds the required building code requirements.
4．Our team in United State visited the client on-site to discuss project requirements, solved the installation issues for the heavy duty sliding door and window wall, on-site Installation Inspection service to ensure the project finish in time and save the labor cost.
Product Used:
Balcony Divider Glass