Case Study
Imam Khomeini Airport Hajj Passenger Terminal
Imam Khomeini Airport Hajj Passenger Terminal case study for Sandwich Panel Systems, focused on engineering coordination, controlled execution, and project risk reduction.
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Project snapshot
Project challenge
The primary challenge was the extremely compressed schedule between project award and the return of Hajj pilgrims, requiring immediate completion and operational readiness.
- Operational delays before Hajj return flights
- Airport capacity shortages
- Insufficient daylight inside waiting areas
- Disruption of passenger handling operations
Engineering decision
Fast-track procurement, parallel installation activities, and integration of polycarbonate wall systems to maximize natural daylight within the hall.
Fast-track procurement, parallel installation activities, and integration of polycarbonate wall systems to maximize natural daylight within the hall.
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Execution detail
Installation sequence
Successful completion and handover of a 5,000 m² airport facility in less than seven days.
Procurement control
Procurement control pending verified bill of materials and accessory scope.
Coordination with site team
Site coordination pending verified project communication records.
Quality checkpoints
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- Material and accessory list pending
- Installation inspection records pending
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Measured result
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Operational delays before Hajj return flights
Operational delays before Hajj return flights was controlled through engineering review, coordinated detailing, and installation checkpoints.
Airport capacity shortages
Airport capacity shortages was controlled through engineering review, coordinated detailing, and installation checkpoints.
Insufficient daylight inside waiting areas
Insufficient daylight inside waiting areas was controlled through engineering review, coordinated detailing, and installation checkpoints.
Disruption of passenger handling operations
Disruption of passenger handling operations was controlled through engineering review, coordinated detailing, and installation checkpoints.
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