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McBride CNU

Patrick Browne — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 11:44:03 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project for the HSE commenced in January 2019 and was completed in March 2019.

Creating a site compound and building a scaffold access to the pitched roof at eaves level and to barge boards at gable elevations.

Repair works, including removing tiles and setting aside for re-use, installing new eaves membrane, new tilting fillet & fascia board.

Repair works to barge boards to include raking out and repointing with mortar.

Removing and reinstate/lift ridge tiles.

Installing structural timber supports in roof space at intersections of truss/cut infill roofs.

Asbestos removal:

Including the setting up and continuous monitoring of a three compartment airlock system which was used for entering & exiting the work area.

This airlock consisted of a clean compartment, a shower compartment and a “dirty end”.

A bespoke temporary ventilation system was provided to ensure the correct pressurisation and airflow within this airlock.

Clashganny Service Block

Patrick Browne — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:52:47 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Clashganny Service Block is situated on the banks of the river Barrow, near Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow, part of the overall Waterways Ireland Barrow Navigation system. The River Barrow has its source in the Slieve Bloom Mountains and is Ireland’s second largest river system, running for 192 km from its source to the sea.

The Barrow Navigation which runs from Athy in Co Kildare to St. Mullins in Co Carlow is a river navigation system with lateral canals bypassing the weirs. The Barrow Navigation winds its way through peaceful woods, fertile valleys, picturesque villages and is used by boating enthusiasts as well as anglers and walkers. The Barrow winds its way through a wooded valley, linking the still waters of the Grand Canal with the tidal waters of the Barrow estuary.

Waterways Ireland prides itself on the excellent welfare facilities that it provides for all users of their extensive waterway navigation system, again they were very particular on which contractor they awarded this contract to.

Kenaidan Contractors Ltd. was selected from a select list of contractors to construct this large service block, due primarily to their extensive experience with Waterways Ireland projects. Built to a very high specification, the Service Block comprise of a number of shower rooms, laundry rooms and facilities, canteen and kitchen fit-outs and a large recreational room. The building was constructed to reflect the very sensitive natural environment setting, close to deep water in rural countryside surroundings.

Waterways Ireland Visitor Centre

Patrick Browne — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:31:12 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Kenaidan was awarded the contract for the refurbishment of the Waterways Ireland Visitors Centre, located at Grand Canal Quay, Dublin 4.

One of the main elements of the project involved the entire replacement of all of the existing flat roof finishes, including new associated drainage. The existing flat roof finishes consisted of timber decking built on an asphalt roofing layer on the existing precast concrete roof slabs. The new roofing build-up comprises of built-up membranes and insulation, finished with concrete paving slabs.

The other main element of the project was the upgrading of the external facades of the building. These had failed and an extensive upgrading was carried out involving the replacement of curtain wall glazing, removal of existing rubber gaskets, new seals throughout all facades and cleaning of all cladding to the building. Other works included improvements to various elements to upgrade them to current fire and building regulations, such as infilling hand-railings with perforated sheets & glazing, the addition of double escape doors to existing curtain walling, upgrading internal doors and general improvements to make it more compliant.

As the building is located in the canal with a limited walkway, and surrounded by water on four sides, all works to the external facades had to be carried out by way of a hoist which was located on the roof and hung out over the building. The location of the site proved to be the main challenge, in the heart of Dublin city business district, with limited parking, along with the confines of the building itself.

Kerry Airport

Patrick Browne — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 15:30:26 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Kenaidan were awarded the expansion of the Kerry County Airport car park. Work involved expansion of the car park by 6,250m2 and re-surfacing of 7,850m2 of existing car park.

A new concrete blast wall between the apron and the existing car park was included in the scope of works. All works were completed while the airport remained fully operational during one of its busiest periods, within a demanding schedule of only 10 weeks.

Associated works included air-side fencing, drainage, car wash & valeting facilities, installation of trolley bays, modification of existing lighting & electrical systems and installation of new lighting & electrical systems.

Fishery Plant Upgrades & Extensions

Patrick Browne — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:14:58 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The scope of this project for the Fishery Plant in Cong, Co. Mayo included the installation of new sluice gates which required the damming of the plants main feed channel and the support of 3m of water.

Bridge decking was also replaced over a fast flowing waterfall. Difficult conditions included dealing with powerful water currents and working through a harsh winter with temperatures falling to -5°C.

This project required a lot of careful planning and team work to fulfil the challenging construction schedule and meet the clients required completion date.

Claremorris Footpaths

Patrick Browne — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 15:34:25 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project for Mayo County Council in Claremont, Claremorris Commenced in August 2019 and was completed in November 2019.

The project consisted of the following:

The development, establishment and execution of traffic management and pedestrian control measures along with the extent of the works.
The careful removal of existing roadside stone walls.
The construction of new roadside boundary stone walls with suitable concrete foundations.
The construction of new footpaths.
The widening of existing footpaths.
The installation of a new surface water drainage system including gullies, chambers etc.
The laying of new ductwork for street lighting.
The erection of new street lighting poles.

Works were completed with continuous reviews of the traffic management plans which had to be updated to suit the works in various areas of Claremont, whether opposite the local school or outside the driveway of private residences.

Irish Rail Beam Replacement

Patrick Browne — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:59:33 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project for Irish Rail, at Mullingar Railway Station, Co. Westmeath was completed in December 2019. An existing bridge, carrying the station platform and track above, contained a steel and brick infill beam which had to be replaced.

To allow the works to be carried out, a road closure was required to divert traffic and pedestrians away from the bridge in question. A detailed Traffic Management Plan was developed which was approved by all relevant authorities. The existing coping stones to the platform edge were carefully removed, labelled and set aside for re-use.

Once the road closure was in place, the existing beam was broken out and removed. A new, reinforced concrete beam, weighing 10.5T, was lifted into position and bedded on to bespoke bearing pads. A task specific lift plan was developed in conjunction with the crane hire company to ensure that this could be carried out safely and efficiently. New brickwork was built on top of this beam to the previous platform level, before the original platform coping stones were re-installed.

All works were completed overnight to avoid any disruption to the station or scheduled train movements.

Carrick N.S. Car Park

Patrick Browne — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:42:45 +0000

West Mayo Bridge Repairs

Patrick Browne — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 17:35:41 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
These works commenced in September 2017 and were completed in November 2017.

The works consisted of the construction of random rubble masonry and wet stone (jointed) construction techniques using locally sourced stone were used. In addition to traditional stone parapet walls, standard masonry blockwork walls were also provided as per NRA specifications to carpark areas. As stonework walls were double-sided scaffolding was required on the waterside of the parapet in order to create a safe working space.

Due to the proximity of the works to the road a detailed traffic management system was put in place for the duration of the works.

Inishbiggle Coastal Erosion

Patrick Browne — Sun, 01 Dec 2019 17:09:22 +0000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Due to our proven track record and capacity to deliver the appropriate equipment and marine expertise, Mayo County Council awarded Kenaidan Contractors Ltd. the contract for the execution of remedial coastal erosion works to the main pier at Innishbiggle Island in County Mayo.

From the outset the geographical location of the project required detailed planning and organisation to allow for the safe and efficient execution of the works. Transportation of required materials and equipment from Ballycroy was carried out during low tides. Kenaidan Contractors were appointed to carry out the duties of PSCS and provide a detailed Safety Plan, Risk Assessments and Emergency Response plan.

The Kenaidan specialist equipment required consisted of 20 tonne long reach excavator and experienced operator to carry out dredging works around the main landing pier, placement of precast concrete to prevent further costal erosion along the pier and the placement of large precast concrete blocks to prevent further erosion of the road leading to the pier.

All works were all successfully executed in a very sensitive natural environment setting, close to deep water in rural isolated surroundings.