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Studio Cityy ProFiLe
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construct the superstructure on a hybrid of
new piles and existing piles. The old foundation
work was done by previous owner. Due to
geotechnical problem, part of the foundation
was re-designed and additional piles were
added. This unexpected incident had caused
a 6-month delay according to the original
construction schedule. In order to catch up
with the construction progress, the JV had
to reschedule activities and consolidate all
resources to speed up construction work.
A record was made that an average daily
concrete pour of 1,000 m3 or a total of
30,000 m3 of concrete pour per month
was achieved. Finally, the JV managed to
complete the 4 million ft2 of construction
floor area within 28 months 3 months
earlier than the original plan of 31 months.
Studio City comprises a 4-level podium
with 2 crescent shape tower blocks on top.
The 2 tower blocks accommodate two hotels
of 5-star and 4-star respectively and provide
a total of 1,600 rooms approximately. The
most eye-catching feature is the Figure-8
Ferris Wheel housed in the middle between
the two hotel tower blocks. Towering at
130 meters with 17 cabins, the Figure-8
Ferris Wheel is the tallest installation of
its kind in Asia. During construction, over
30 tower cranes were installed at the site.
Moreover, the project team had developed
and employed a series of new technique,
including Track & Trolley for horizontal
transportation, synchronized mobile working
platforms in lieu of traditional bamboo
scaffolding to assist fitting out and MEP
installation, welding at height technique
and system for the transfer of heavy load
etc, to increase construction efficiency and
quality. Ultimately, a number of special
building features and attractions were able
to materialize on time according to the
expectation of the developer.
On the issues of site safety, sustainability
and energy saving, Mr Keung was proud to
point out that with a total of approximately
32 million working man-hours, the Studio
City project managed to achieve a zero
fatalities record. This is mainly due to a series
of in-house training and the introduction of a
comprehensive set of safety regulations, known
as the Family Rules, to ensure maximum
safety for the workers. All labourers,
including sub-contractors, have to be abided
by the safety regulations which are clearly
stated in contracts. Any labourer breaks the
Family Rules the responsible party will be

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