Company:
Dunn Lightweight Architecture

Project Details

Fabric 1

PTFE B18039 / GF-4500
Producer/Manufacturer: Serge Ferrari North America Inc.
Primary Use: Main Fabric


Engineer Company 1
Dunn Lightweight Architecture

Design Company
Lemartec

Architect Company
Dunn Lightweight Architecture

Fabrication Company
Dunn Lightweight Architecture

Subcontractor Company
Dunn Lightweight Architecture

Project Manager Name
Marcelino Gonzalez

Project Manager Company
Dunn Lightweight Architecture

Installation Company
Dunn Lightweight Architecture


Please describe the project specifications

The Miami Carnaval project comprises six zones, known as bays, divided into over 120 panels, and spans a total area of 8,420 square meters. The project involved the installation of more than 31,000 screws and approximately 6,000 linear meters of a sophisticated clamping system. The selected material, PTFE B18039 Versaideg, was chosen for its exceptional properties and flexibility, making it ideal for the dynamic environment of the Miami port. The design aimed to efficiently cover the personnel passage areas within the port (Bay), ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional performance.

Carried out in the challenging post-pandemic period, the project faced numerous restrictions and a tight construction schedule. Work hours had to be meticulously planned to align with the port's operational hours, as the port remained fully functional throughout the construction. Moreover, the simultaneous activities of other disciplines required precise coordination, particularly during the panel installation phase. The limited space for panel preparation necessitated meticulous care to prevent any damage, ensuring the integrity of both the panels and the concurrent work of other teams. The typical weather conditions of the port environment, including strong winds and heavy rains, added another layer of complexity. However, through effective personnel coordination and strategic planning, these challenges were successfully managed.

Today, the completed structure efficiently serves the personnel passage areas, embodying a perfect blend of form and function.


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