Our Partnership with Al Raha Hospital

Delivering an Integrated HVAC & MEP Solution for a High-Rise Healthcare Facility in Abu Dhabi

Client Overview

Al Raha Hospital is a trusted healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi, expanding its services with a dedicated Daycare Surgery Center designed to offer safe, efficient, and patient-centric surgical care.
To support this vision, the hospital required a facility equipped with robust HVAC, plumbing, and drainage systems, engineered to meet the strict environmental and operational demands of a surgical environment.

The project demanded precision, seamless coordination, and high-performance systems that function flawlessly within a high-rise infrastructure.
They chose us.

The Challenge

This project required much more than standard MEP installation work. It involved advanced engineering solutions tailored to healthcare standards while overcoming the constraints of a high-rise building. Key challenges included:

High-Rise Complexity

Working within a high-rise structure introduced unique technical limitations related to:

• Space availability for equipment installation
• Duct routing through restricted shafts
• Vertical distribution of utilities
• Coordination with existing building systems

Severe Space Constraints

The Daycare Surgery Center required multiple utilities, HVAC units, plumbing lines, drainage systems to fit into compact areas without compromising accessibility, performance, or compliance.

Healthcare Workflow Requirements

Ensuring that all systems supported a sterile, comfortable, and efficient surgical environment while aligning with international healthcare standards.

The mission was clear:
Build a fully functional, high-performance surgery center within the constraints of an occupied high-rise building, without compromise.

Our Approach: Engineering Precision for Healthcare Excellence

We assembled a multidisciplinary team of HVAC engineers, MEP specialists, and healthcare planners. Our approach focused on optimizing space, maximizing system performance, and maintaining full alignment with the surgical workflow.

HVAC Systems: Delivering Controlled Surgical Environments

Low-Side HVAC Installation (FCUs & Split AC Units)

We installed low-side HVAC systems designed to provide efficient cooling and localized control across various internal zones. Key features included:

• Energy-efficient Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
• Split AC units for targeted temperature control
• Optimal placement for maintenance accessibility
• Noise-controlled operation for patient comfort

High-Side HVAC System (VRF with AHU Integration)

The high-side system was engineered to support regulated air quality essential for day surgeries. This included:

• A Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system ensuring high efficiency and flexibility
• Air Handling Units (AHUs) for clean, well-conditioned air
• Balanced airflow to support surgical room requirements
• Engineering that aligned with high-rise constraints and existing infrastructure

This HVAC ecosystem ensures stable temperature, controlled humidity, and high indoor air quality critical for surgery center operations.

Plumbing & Drainage: Reliable, Hygienic, and Efficient

Healthcare facilities demand precise and durable plumbing solutions. We executed:

• Complete installation of pressurized water supply lines
• Medical-grade drainage systems
• Leak-proof routing through confined spaces
• Integration with the building’s infrastructure without interruptions

Our system design ensured water reliability, hygiene, and efficient waste management within the facility.

Overcoming Constraints Through Innovative Planning

Despite challenges related to space and vertical infrastructure, our team successfully delivered the full MEP scope through:

• Intelligent routing strategies
• Compact equipment placement without compromising compliance
• Coordination with building management and contractors
• 3D planning for conflict-free utility integration

These solutions allowed us to maximize functionality even in limited areas.

The Result: A Fully Functional, Future-Ready Daycare Surgery Center

The completed Daycare Surgery Center now features:

• Seamless HVAC performance across critical areas
• Stable environmental conditions tailored for surgical operations
• Efficient and hygienic plumbing and drainage networks
• Infrastructure aligned with best-practice healthcare design

The facility is now ready to support safe, efficient, and streamlined patient care.

Key Achievements

• Successfully executed a complex MEP project in a high-rise environment
• Overcame severe space constraints through innovative design
• Installed integrated HVAC systems (FCUs, Split AC, VRF, AHU) with perfect coordination
• Delivered fully aligned plumbing and drainage systems
• Completed the project within the agreed timeline

What This Project Says About Us

This project highlights our ability to:

• Deliver healthcare-grade MEP solutions in challenging environments
• Navigate high-rise technical constraints with engineering precision
• Integrate complex systems within limited space
• Support hospitals in elevating their patient care infrastructure

Conclusion

Al Raha Hospital’s Daycare Surgery Center now stands as a modern, well-engineered healthcare facility equipped with reliable HVAC, plumbing, and drainage systems. Every installation was carried out with precision and an unwavering commitment to performance, safety, and patient well-being.

This project demonstrates that when technical expertise meets thoughtful execution, the result is not just a completed facility…
It is a healthcare environment built for excellence.

We don’t just install systems.
We build infrastructure where patient care thrives.