Helping airports undergo major renovation and construction projects is one of the flagship use cases of SwiftWall® temporary wall systems.
With airports being one of the busiest and certainly most logistics-critical commercial operations, it’s crucial that any construction activity not only assists traveler movement, but also keeps travelers safe.
Here’s how SwiftWall®’s flexible products are effective in airports.
The Reason For Swiftwall® in Airport Construction
Traditionally, temporary walls for airport renovations were crafted from studs and drywall. While effective at minimizing dust, the walls had to be built first, which meant that travelers and airport staff were exposed to live construction activity.
Once built, the temporary walls appeared and functioned more like actual walls, which would need to be torn down and discarded after the construction was complete. The walls, including their materials, could not be reused, and the labor required to remove the walls was doubled.
The worst part is: this process continued for a long period of time, that is until a replacement for traditional temporary wall replacements were discovered, such as Swiftwall®
The Benefits of SwiftWall® Temporary Wall Systems
SwiftWall® temporary wall systems eliminate the headaches of traditional temporary wall systems while improving upon their function and capabilities. Here are the benefits you should know:
Ease of Installation
One of the main benefits of SwiftWall® wall systems is the ease of installation. It installs 5x faster than traditional stud and drywall temporary walls. In fact, the temporary walls installed by one individual significantly reduces the labor costs for airports construction teams.
Reusability
Unlike the original temporary wall solutions, SwiftWall® wall systems are reusable. Swiftwall® systems can be used 15 times or more, providing contractors and airport facilities managers not only a temporary wall but also a tool that can be reused when necessary, whether that be for construction or for other purposes.
Modularity
SwiftWall® systems are also modular, allowing them to be configured as walls, partitions, enclosures, and even free-standing structures. This allows for customization to fit any need, no matter the airport facility layout being renovated—or the purpose that they’re used for.
Clean Finish
Airports are known for their futuristic, modern appearances. However, using bulky, traditional temporary walls hinder that appearance, which is why Swiftwall®’s temporary walls have a sleek, white, superior finish, and the framework and construction of airports can be done within the confines of the temporary wall systems. Note: these walls not only look stunning but are also made out of ASTM E-84 Class A and C flame spread rating material.
Sound Reducing
Airports are already loud enough with the bustling of people moving from terminal to terminal. Why let airport construction add to the sound? SwiftWall® systems help reduce the sound of construction by having an STC21 sound rating to make sure that construction noise is limited. As a result, airport activity stays active and separate from louder isolated noises.
Graphics
SwiftWall® panels can have images added to the exterior of the temporary walls. This can be anything from signage to information about the renovation to more interactive experiences for guests to be entertained by during their wait.
For example, Denver International Airport (DIA) used graphics creatively and, humorously, to lean into the conspiracy theories about secret bunkers underneath the airport. While using thousands of linear feet of SwiftWall® Pro, the DIA marketing team created funny images to keep travelers engaged and help them find their way through the airport during renovation.
Doors and Windows
All SwiftWall® temporary wall systems can have doors and windows added depending on your needs. For long-term projects, doors are an essential aspect to plan for to help construction workers come and go without too much disturbance.
SwiftWall® Helps the Biggest Airports in North America Meet Their Needs
The benefits of SwiftWall® temporary walls have been used and battle-tested, helping some of the largest and busiest airports in North America achieve effective, optimized renovation and construction projects.
Airports using SwiftWall® wall systems include:
- Denver International Airport
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- San Diego International Airport
- Gerald R Ford International Airport
- Boston Logan International Airport
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport
- LaGuardia Airport
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Let’s look at the go-to systems utilized by these airports and understand their powerful characteristics:
SwiftWall® Temporary Wall Solutions for Airport Construction Projects
SwiftWall® Pro
The SwiftWall® Pro is SwiftWall®’s flagship product. Thousands of linear feet of SwiftWall® Pro have been used for major airport renovation projects, such as the recently completed overhaul of the Jeppesen Terminal at Denver International Airport. Although durable, the panels are lightweight and come in 4, 8, 10, 12 and 16 ft (by 4 ft wide) panel heights. SwiftWall® Pro can also be reused up to 20+ times.
SwiftWall® Max
For the toughest projects, SwiftWall® offers SwiftWall® Max, a temporary wall system that can handle heavier load-bearing needs, including wind and seismic applications. SwiftWall® Max is excellent for high-traffic areas as the system is able to withstand everyday wear and tear effectively. The standard panel heights are 8 and 10 ft by 2 ft wide with optional removable interior panels. And like SwiftWall® Pro, SwiftWall® Max is reusable and reconfigurable. Both products are also readily recyclable at the end of their life cycle’s.
Trust in SwiftWall® for the Best in Temporary Wall Systems for Airport Construction
Airports need to be able to grow while accommodating business and travelers but can’t suffer any degradation to the services and traveler logistics.
SwiftWall® temporary wall systems offer the perfect solution, helping airports effectively control dust and optimize construction while keeping it at bay from travelers so operations can continue effectively. For more information about how SwiftWall® can help your airport grow successfully, contact our experts today.
Trust in SwiftWall® for the Best in Temporary Wall Systems for Airport Construction
Airports need to be able to grow while accommodating business and travelers but can’t suffer any degradation to the services and traveler logistics.
SwiftWall® temporary wall systems offer the perfect solution, helping airports effectively control dust and optimize construction while keeping it at bay from travelers so operations can continue effectively. For more information about how SwiftWall® can help your airport grow successfully, contact our experts today.
