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IN FOCUS
MCDONALD’S COOLALINGA NT
The construction of this new Mcdonalds occurred within a shopping Value adding
centre development alongside a civil contractor.
In lieu of ceramic tiling installation to external concrete slabs, we
The scope of works comprised a new McDonald’s restaurant with proposed exposed aggregate concrete with black oxide which saved
light weight steel framing and CFC Cladding. the client $7,000.00.
This also provided additional slip resistance to the ceramic tiles which
Project challenges suited the local conditions with higher than average rain fall.
Compliance with local (Norther Territory and Darwin) regulations with
respect to the building structure to withstand cyclonic wind condi-
tions.
Structural framing to the building is a Design and Construct compo-
nent of all McDonalds, but ensuing the structure met all requirements
was a challenge.
Inclement weather and effects on the external works of the site.
Management of challenges
Engagement of a local certifying engineer who was familiar with local
regulations to oversee and cross check the Brisbane based steel
framing subcontractor’s design prior to fabrication and installation.
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