Services

There are three opportunities for service integration using Slimdek:

• Partial integration: major services pass below the slab and beams and use the space between the ribs for small pipes and fitments, such as lighting units.

• Full integration: form openings in the webs of the ASB so that ducts and pipes located between and within the depth of the ribs can pass through the beams. (Alternatively, the space between the ribs can act as a duct in itself, which again continues through the openings in the beams).

• Slab penetrations: Slimdek offers the services engineer flexibility in the provision of service openings within the floor slab. However, careful co- ordination with the structural engineer is required so that openings can be provided without any, or with minimal, additional strengthening.