- Initial Conception of Project
The initial tasks at the conception of each project consist of
establishing a scope of work and assembling the project design
team. The scope of work defines the project parameters such as the
budget, target date of completion, the type and size of BHS/CBIS to
be implemented, and the physical building constraints. The project
design team is comprised of the Owner/Operator (Airport Authority or
Airline), BHS/CBIS Designer, Architect, Engineering Disciplines, and
the City Authority.
- Conceptual BHS/CBIS Design
During the conceptual BHS/CBIS design phase, the high level BHS/CBIS layout is coordinated with the project design team by means of 3-D cad modeling, simulation, and emulation. If the project utilizes an existing building structure, a 3-D scan can be performed to aid the 3-D cad modeling. Once the high level layout is finalized, it is submitted to all parties of interest for review and approval. After approval, the conceptual BHS/CBIS design is delivered to the engineering group for detailed BHS/CBIS design. The development phase of the high level architectural features of the project will coincide with the development phase of the high level BHS/CBIS layout.
- Design Reviews - Conceptual BHS/CBIS Design
Multiple design reviews of the conceptual BHS/CBIS design with the project design team are required to coordinate all issues and modifications in order to develop the final conceptual BHS/CBIS design. The final conceptual BHS/CBIS design is then submitted to the project design team for final review and approval.
- Detailed BHS/CBIS Design
The project detail team will develop the high level BHS/CBIS layout into a final detailed BHS/CBIS design and produce installation drawings and manufacturing release orders. The development phase of the detailed architectural features of the project will coincide with the development phase of the detailed BHS/CBIS layout.
- Project Coordination
One major benefit of a Design/Build project is the constant, on-going coordination between the project design team and the project detail team. This process assists the seamless integration of all phases of the project. Any modifications or changes to the project are resolved rapidly and efficiently to minimize the impact to the budget or completion end date.
- Design Reviews - Detailed BHS/CBIS Design
Multiple design reviews of the detailed BHS/CBIS design with the project detail team are required to coordinate all issues and modifications in order to develop the final detailed BHS/CBIS design. The final detailed BHS/CBIS design is then submitted to the project detail team for final review and approval.
- BHS/CBIS Manufacturing and Shipping
Purchase of long lead items and manufacturing of early pre-release standard conveyor components can occur in the initial stages of the detailed BHS/CBIS design. Conveyor components, ancillary parts, MCP’s and conveyor supports will be released from engineering to manufacturing throughout the detailed BHS/CBIS process. Shipments of conveyor components shall coincide with the project schedule and structural building preparation.
- BHS/CBIS Installation
Prior to receiving conveyor components at the project site, long-term and short-term lay-down areas require coordination. The long-term lay down area, if possible, should be a secured and covered structure, preferably indoors, located in a remote area near the airport terminal. The short-term lay down area will be used for preparation and staging of conveyor components that will be installed in the immediate future. The location of the short-term lay down area should be in the nearby vicinity of the BHS/CBIS project site.
Field pre-work or prep-work consisting of clearing of obstructions and marking of conveyor right-of-ways will occur prior to installation of the conveyor components. Support headers and hanging rods will be installed to the building structure after field prep-work is completed. Under guarding and safety protection devices will be applied to all conveyor components as necessary. Installation of conveyor components shall coincide with the project schedule.
- Design Reviews - BHS/CBIS Installation
Multiple design reviews of the BHS/CBIS installation with the project detail team are required to coordinate all issues and modifications in order to complete the BHS/CBIS installation.
- BHS/CBIS Testing and Commissioning
After completion of the BHS/CBIS installation, testing and commissioning of the BHS/CBIS will commence. The BHS/CBIS will be tested for proper functionality for industry set standards as well as the TSA guidelines for the in-line EDS portion of the BHS/CBIS. Testing and commissioning can occur in phases throughout the BHS/CBIS installation to assist the rapid completion of the project.
- BHS/CBIS Training
Once the BHS/CBIS is commissioned, training of the operation and maintenance of the BHS/CBIS will be offered to assist the end user with proper functionality and longevity. O&M manuals, containing all BHS/CBIS pertinent information, will be provided to the customer and the end user.
- BHS/CBIS Final Acceptance and Turnover
Final acceptance by the customer and turnover of the BHS/CBIS to the end user is obtained after all punch-list items are completed and signed-off. This event signifies the commencement of the warranty period.
- BHS/CBIS Maintenance
After final acceptance by the customer and turnover of the BHS/CBIS to the end user is obtained, a maintenance service contract can be generated and put into place to maintain the BHS/CBIS. Proper maintenance of the BHS/CBIS will help prolong the life of the conveyor components as well as insure proper functionality of the BHS/CBIS.
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