b'COVER STORYone and spans distribution, lighting, fire alarm, security, public address and AV systems. Weve been involved since the demolition phase, where we re-routed underground electrical conduit from the existing facility to prepare for the expansion, she explains. Since then, weve worked collaboratively with our project partners to keep the projecton schedule.To help keep the project on schedule, Houle is leveraging its prefabrication capabilities to enable its team to install assemblies faster while reducing on-site waste. It has also implemented a Gripple suspension system with the same intent. Once completed, Houles teams will have installed over 1,300 light fixtures, 46,000 feet of conduit, multiple transformers and switchboards, and a 750-kW generator.MASS TIMBER TAKES FLIGHTThe airports expansion marks another demonstration of mass timber construction in B.C. Its use was determined early in the design stages as it aligned with the airports goals of supporting the local forestry industry and showcased what B.C. timber can do.B.C. mass timber projects like this showcase how our province is a world leader in the industry and support our objectives around a clean, sustainable economy, said Diana Gibson, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation. Using mass timber in B.C. buildings is helping to create economic benefits for a wide range of companies and is key to responding to U.S. tariffs and duties.B.C.s mass timber will feature prominently throughout the finished build. This includes the newly installed SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEWSpring 202633'