June 2006
Medical Center A
Analysis of Building Systems and Modules--
Service Module
Typical Size/Dimensions
regular modules; square or wedge shaped; up to about 20,000 gsf
36'-6" x 36'-6"
Structural Bay
typically external at narrow end of wedge; or at one end of module with ac-
Location of Service Bay
cess to courtyard; bays stack vertically
typically one 18,000 to 22,000 sq module per fire section; 2-hour fire rated
Fire Sections
partitions extend from structural floor to structural floor.
Service Bay
Layout in Plan: typically square plan; electrical / telecommunications area separated from
HVAC areas by wire mesh partitions
Service Zone
18'-10" floor to floor; 8'-6" typical from top S-1 to bottom S-6 platform; S-7
Subzones
16" with 9 ft ceiling.
typical 5 channels at 6'-1" in each 36'-6" bay between hanger rods for
S-3 Channels
platform support; 4 for services, 1 for access aisle.
typical 4 channels at 9'-1 " in each bay between hanger rods; 4 for ser-
S-4 Channels
vice, none for access.
Operation
Maintenance/Repair
Headroom and accessibility generally very good.
Lighting levels lower than in other Medical Centers surveyed.
Receptacles for tools.
No drains provided.
Modifications/New Construction
Much of the Tele/data cabling installed after construction contract did not use wireways pro-
vided; installed across channels and subzones; some cables run in open and not protected from
potential damage.
Most MPE work followed available channels.
SUPPLEMENT TO RESEARCH STUDY REPORT
VA HOSPITAL BUILDING SYSTEM
APPENDIX A-7
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