Dutypoint delivers cost-effective water- pressure boosting
The complex water-pressure demands of Baltimore Tower, a 44-storey development in Canary Wharf’s skyline, are met by a cost-effective bespoke system designed by Dutypoint working with M&E contractor Ampsail. With 44 storeys between the lower basement level and the penthouse suits, maintaining a good water pressure throughout the building presents a significant task.
Dutypoint suggested a mains cold-water system with three booster sets compared to the original six pump sets. The solution would be capable of delivering high pressure to the top floor move than 130 m above ground level.
To achieve this, one of the three booster sets had to be PN25 rated to withstand operational pressures of up to 25 bar. The associated pipework, valves and fittings would also need to mirror this capability. To meet this requirement, Dutypoint worked with pump manufacturer Xylem and M&E consultant Mendick Waring to create the bespoke solution required.
