UNSW LOWY CANCER RESEARCH CENTRE
WHAT WE DID
The Lowy Cancer Research Centre at the University of New South Wales features a network of pressure controlled research labs containing a range of sensitive measurement equipment such as electron microscopes, mass spectrometers and flow cytometers. Each item of equipment has specific design requirements relating to room temperature, pressure, ambient noise and vibration. As such, the ventilation systems serving the labs were fitted with CAVs (constant air volume) boxes. The duct branches and air handling systems attached to these CAVs had to be configured such that the correct range of air pressures is available to each CAV at all times to allow for accurate flow maintenance and subsequently pressure control.
We worked closely with the BMS contractors on the project to ensure automated elements functioned correctly by carefully calibrating all air velocity and pressure sensors. Extensive testing was then carried out on control loops and logic to ensure equipment functioned as specified in all modes of operation.
YEAR: 2009 – 2010
DURATION: 1 year
SECTOR: Medical research
ABOUT THE BUILDING
The building was officially opened in 2010 by the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and NSW Premier Kristina Keneally. It is one of Australia’s largest cancer research centres, housing over 400 researchers. The centre is the first in Australia to house research programs for both childhood and adult cancers. The building is named for businessman Frank Lowy, who donated $10 million towards the project.
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