Chek Lap Kok Airport
Case Study Chek Lap Kok Airport
The Projects
A new 2 km long airport passenger terminal building accommodating both international and internal flights.
Contract Descriptions
One of the largest and most prestigious contracts in the world at the time - this completely new airport was constructed to serve Hong Kong into the 21st Century and beyond. Built to serve a maximum capacity of 87 million people per year; capable of handling 19,000 units of luggage per hour, a roof area spanning 40 acres; and a terminal which is over 2 km long.
Requirements
A tough hard wearing floor screed to BS 8204 category A, suitable to receive carpets and vinyl, super flat SR1 tolerances were demanded (max 3mm deviation over 2 metres). Screed had to be suitable for heavy duty use including baggage trolley traffic for a minimum 15 years. Very fast installation programme required 250,000m² of 100mm thick K-Screed to be installed within six months.
Solution
Isocrete K-Screed laid to a depth of 100m bonded with Polymer 70 in high traffic areas. This screed has high strength and resistance to traffic. Approved by the BBA and laid only by approved licensees.
Architect
Foster Asia
Main Contractor
BCJ Consortium (AMEC)
Product
Isocrete Heavy Duty K-Screed
Floor Area
250,000 m²