Awarded the contract for the installation of individual and collective roof protection at T4 Terminal, Barajas Airport in Madrid.
Last May, Vértice Vertical S.L. was the company selected to proceed with the supply and installation of individual and collective roof protection at T4 Terminal, Barajas Airport in Madrid.
This project is included in the improvement policy carried out by AENA in relation with health and safety at work.
This project enables safe access through and from the roof, therefore complying with the Spanish Occupational Risks Prevention Act 31/1995 of 8 November).
T4 Terminal at Barajas Airport in Madrid.
The T4 Terminal project is included in the High Tech architecture by Architect Richard Rogers. This architectural style enjoys strong technical expression and shows contraposition between what is heavy and light, opaque and transparent, static and mobile, with glass as the dominant material.
Forms complement functionality; structure stays visible.
The project plan has both main and satellite buildings, two new runways and an automated system for handling SATE luggage. The design allows the addition of modules for future extensions.
The building is organised in modules and has an undulating roof with a series of skylights allowing natural light. The roof is made of bamboo, a flame resistant material. Its structure is supported by beams with a sinuous outline, held by V pillars that stand on concrete bases.
The glass facade is lined by means of tensors stretching the roof, providing a delicate appearance.
Zoning was achieved by using different colours for different spaces.
Environmental impact reduction was intended, therefore both the buildings and the car park were integrated with the land. Both low energy consumption and reduction of harmful gas emissions were also intended.
Aspects such as simplicity, economy and flexibility were key factors.
The connection between the terminal and its satellite building is carried out by means of an underground train used for transportation of passengers, technical equipment and luggage. A new control tower must have been built as well. The terminal and its satellite building are approximately 2,500 metres apart.
T4 Terminal was awarded the Stirling architecture prize.





27/06/2011