MPN has seen a growing trend from head contractors and their sub-contractors who supply and install mechanical, hydraulic and fire-protection systems to assess and confirm the earthquake compliance of these non-structural components and their fixings.
As required by the Building Code of Australia, and in particular Section 8 of A.S. 1170.4, which deals with the seismic restraint requirements for plant, machinery, ductwork and pipework, these parts and components need to be adequately fixed to ensure they do not create a safety-hazard during an earthquake event.
MPN have recently undertaken structural engineering assessments and certification of building service structures and their components within the Sydney metropolitan area for hotels, offices, hospitals, stadiums, data-centres and universities.
