


Client Name
Stellenbosch University
Project Completion
2020
Services
Design, Documentation, Construction
Project Description
The Danie Craven Stadium on Stellenbosch is an existing facility that was used for rugby only. The Stellenbosch University was desirous to upgrade the facility to include soccer games of the NSL. Part of the project was to comply with the safety requirements of the NSL.
Stac Consulting Engineers was responsible for the planning, design and construction monitoring of the fire installations. This included the preparation of fire plans for council submission and doing inspections with the fire chief on completion.
The upgrade of the fire installation included the following services:
• Fire extinguishers
• Fire safety signage
• Additional escape routes
• Additional staircases
As part of the passive fire engineering design, escape routes, fire compartmentalisation, firewalls, fire doors, where required.
Unique Features and Challenges
- Completing the project from design to completion in record time
- Upgrading the security by providing fencing etc, but at the same time improving escape routes and fire safety