Stainless Steel Cladding for the Admirals Club, DFW Airport
Project Details
- Client: General Contractor
- Location: DFW Airport, Texas
- Scope: Cladding of staircase with brushed stainless-steel, stainless-steel handrails, and various stainless steel accent metals
Project Overview:
Astro was contracted to provide stainless steel cladding and handrails for a staircase at the Admirals Club in DFW Airport. The project required precise fabrication to ensure the stainless steel cladding fit seamlessly against the existing stone steps, creating a sleek and modern appearance. In addition to the staircase cladding, Astro supplied various stainless steel accent pieces to enhance the space’s overall aesthetic.
Challenges & Solutions
- Precision Fit Against Pre-Installed Stone Steps
- Challenge: The stone steps were already in place when Astro joined the project, so each step needed to be individually measured to ensure a tight fit.
- Solution: Astro performed detailed on-site measurements, ensuring each stainless steel piece was custom-fabricated for an exact fit, eliminating gaps and misalignments.
- Accuracy in Fabrication
- Challenge: The stainless steel parts needed to be precisely cut and formed to accommodate the staircase’s various angles and shapes.
- Solution: Astro utilized laser-cutting technology to achieve maximum accuracy and formed the pieces to exact specifications, ensuring a seamless installation.
- Grain Direction Alignment
- Challenge: The brushed stainless steel finish required careful consideration of grain direction to maintain a uniform appearance across multiple angles.
- Solution: Astro meticulously planned the grain orientation of each panel before fabrication, ensuring alignment for a consistent, high-end aesthetic.
Fabrication & Installation Process
- Design Review & Planning
- Conducted thorough measurements of each step and reviewed architectural specifications.
- Determined the appropriate material selection and finish for a polished, durable outcome.
- Precision Fabrication
- Laser cutting and forming techniques were used to create the stainless steel panels precisely.
- Each panel was carefully finished to maintain the brushed stainless steel aesthetic.
- Installation
- Astro Sheet Metal handled the installation, ensuring seamless integration with the existing stone steps.
- Stainless steel handrails and additional accent metals were installed to complement the staircase design and provide structural functionality.
Results & Impact
- Sophisticated Architectural Improvement: The stainless steel cladding and handrails elevated the contemporary allure of the Admirals Club staircase.
- Seamless Integration: Custom-fabricated panels provided a perfect fit, resulting in a sleek, high-end finish.
- Durability and Longevity: The premium stainless steel materials ensure long-lasting durability and resistance to wear, making them perfect for a high-traffic airport environment.
Conclusion
Astro’s precision fabrication and expert installation were integral to the success of the Admirals Club staircase project at DFW Airport. By addressing measurement, fabrication, and alignment challenges, Astro delivered a high-quality architectural feature that enhances aesthetics and functionality. This project highlights Astro’s ability to execute complex metalwork with precision, reliability, and superior craftsmanship.
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