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Buirski says one of his challenges has been dealing
with the existing hospital infrastructure, which
had been installed a long time ago: “The existing
infrastructure was old and deteriorating. We had to
complete extensive surveys and investigations to
evaluate how the existing system was operating. The
hospital has no existing drawings and very little info
to work from. We were tasked with upgrading and
relocation of the existing system as well as additions,
all the while keeping the hospital 100% operational. It
was a challenge to say the least!”
Buirski says they have implemented a stringent internal
quality control process, as the professional team has to
satisfy rigorous and thorough inspections. This ensures
that GDM–Sebenza JV hands over a quality product that
both meets the hospital standards, and stands the test of
the time under the sometimes harsh environment.
“We have had no problems with the sections that we
have handed over. All our installations have passed with
flying colours, with very few snags to speak of,” he says.
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1. Some of the grease traps’
inspection lids.
2. Hot water storage tanks
and pipework – installation
by WET.
3. Temporary pipework to the
new theatre by different
trades. Plumbing includes
water (hot, cold, and
return), medical ga