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Edificio de Seguridad y Emergencia C5

Security was a primary requirement for Mexico's new C5 building project in Guanajuato State. C5 systems serve to manage, evaluate, maintain, coordinate, organize and oversee communications, computer, control and command networks. Additionally, this government agency coordinates and oversees specific plan, program and project implementations that by law are to be carried out with regard to public-security matters in the various states. Most of the building's panels are curved, lending the structure excellent aesthetic and functional properties. With tilt-up, the fast-track project was completed in less than 11 months, including design, construction and operation. Tilt-Up met the project's security needs, as concrete provides excellent bullet resistance and complies with Mexico's requirements. Architectural appearance, concrete malleability and low maintenance cost for a government building. Tilt-up was an excellent option to reflect the architect's vision, making this the first C5 installation in Mexico to be built with the construction method.  
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Project Location

Silao, Guanajuato
Mexico

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Project Specifics

Project Category:
Government
Building Types:
Emergency Services Facility
Finishes:
Paint (Flat)
Features:
Cantilevered Panels
Curved Panels (Plan-Face)
Reveals
Insulation:
Environmental:
Number of Floors:
1
Number of Panels:
82 panels
Tilt-Up Wall Area:
42,287 sq ft (3,928 sq m)
Total Floor Area:
58,516 sq ft (5,436 sq m)
Project Footprint:
38,371 sq ft (3,565 sq m)
Tallest Panel:
47 ft 0 in (14.35 m)
Widest Panel:
1 ft 9 in (0.56 m)
Largest Panel:
1,040 sq ft (96.6 sq m)
Heaviest Panel:
103,959 lbs (47,155 kg)
Tallest Cantilever:
21 ft 11 in (6.68 m)
Longest Spandrel:
22 ft 0 in (6.71 m)
Recycled Content:
29 tons (US)