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• Making use of automated energy saving lighting , the building uses the RTI control system . Along with Paxton Access control , integrated with Hikvision cameras , the buildings security is automated .
• Advanced networking setup that utilises Aruba ’ s next generation technology to provide a robust , unified and secure wired and wireless network solution . HPE / Aruba Core and Access Switches provide the underlying foundation while an HPE / Aruba Wireless ( Wi-Fi 6 ) network infrastructure provides a digital workplace for both guests , gym members and corporate users . Aruba Clearpass is utilised for
network access control and security and Aruba Airwave is deployed for additional management and visibility .
Structural Engineering The building consists of a concrete frame built on pad footings . No piling was required and the only excavation was for the single level basement . The three storey parking structure consisted of a standard column grid .
The podium floor housing the gym also uses conventional reinforcement . The office block uses a bonded post tensioning cable construction . The span between columns is quite wide at
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