28 PROJECT
Sandton Gate Terrace
By
Rory Macnamara – technical input by Steve Franklin of Wills Franklin Pretorius , Wet Service Consulting Engineers , and Lino Ferro of Ferro Plumbing .
In the heart of Sandton , a new apartment building stands tall , offering residents a modern and comfortable living space .
Behind the exquisite design and luxurious amenities lies a vital system that ensures the smooth functioning of the building : the plumbing installation . Often overlooked , the plumbing infrastructure is the lifeline that keeps water flowing and waste away .
The success of the plumbing installation in the apartment building can be attributed to pre-planning sessions involving the main contractor Tiber Construction , wet service engineering Wills Franklin Pretorius , architects Nsika Architecture and plumbing company Ferro
Plumbing . These collaborative discussions were critical in ironing out design issues and resolving any potential conflicts before the installation process began . By addressing these concerns beforehand , the project team ensured a smooth and efficient implementation .
Coordination meetings with other subcontractors played a vital role in the successful completion of the plumbing installation . By studying the best-case scenarios and considering the requirements of various trades , the project team ensured that the plumbing installation
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