Octatube designs, develops and constructs complex architectural structures, with an emphasis on advanced applications of glass and steel. #octatube

Delft
Joined May 2011
Replying to @Octatube
@Octatube take a deep dive into engineering the complex 30 x 30-meter #geometric #glassdome that spans this #historicbuilding. Old and new are literally connected; And where these two meet, challenges arise: igsmag.com/igs-autumn-2021-g… #glass #architecturalglass #innovation #facade
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The wait is over! @IGSMagazine releases Autumn Edition 2021 - "Glass Retrospective" Read the full magazine online here: igsmag.com/igs-autumn-2021-g… @UNStudio_Arch @wsp @EOCengineers @WilkinsonEyre @olsonkundig @seelegroup @NSGPilkingtonNA @Octatube @ArupGroup @BKSKarchitects
The Curve published in Curved: a book about, you guessed it: curved buildings. Nomen est Omen. Pictures by Luuk Kramer Published by Lannoop
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#rendertoreality Challenge: as construction of this bicycle parking progressed, the site became smaller - all in order to reduce nuisance to the surroundings. Our tailored solution: prefabrication. ow.ly/w5g950EUSiS ✏️ @wUrck 📸 Jan de Vries for wUrck
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ISO 45001 At Octatube, we always aim to reduce hazards and prevent unsafe working methods. We are proud to have received the ISO 45001 certificate: the first globally recognised standard for safety and health. ow.ly/2WvG50EUKvK #isocertification #healthandsafety
The C30 gridshell roof was completed with the last panels, the hoist infill - like putting the final piece in a puzzle. A moment of pride and satisfaction. ow.ly/NuZB50EQ4zh De Vries en Verburg | Shell | ABT bv #gridshell #parametricdesign 📸 Verschoor
The iconic cablenet facades of the Markthal are annually monitored by Octatube Services: ✔️ measuring tension w/ hydraulic measuring devices ✔️ inspect spherical joints, nodes, sealant and cables for damages or imperfections. ow.ly/kF9750EKDzl
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We aimed for a sleek, minimalist finish in the Park House project. The glass in this retractable roof is fixed by means of a structural sealant. ow.ly/QX4v50ExGjB Palmer Lunn Architects | Eckersley O'Callaghan | ARCACIA CONSULTING LTD | Keystone Engineering Inc
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Years to design, months to assemble in factory, but only 2 days to construct on-site. Iris Rombouts (Octatube) and Chris Noteboom (Arup) reveal the fascinating engineering behind the curved glass boxes of P.C. Hooftstraat in Amsterdam in IGS Magazine. ow.ly/XT3U50Emkbn
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At the @tudelft campus a new educational building is on the rise: Echo. A design by @UNStudio_Arch. Octatube is contracted for design and build of the continuous glass facades of Echo. Proud to contribute to this #sustainable project in our hometown. ow.ly/DokO50DZRWM
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Wil je met jouw inzet en kennis bijdragen aan het verlengen van de levensduur van unieke gebouwen van glas en staal? Octatube Services is op zoek naar een #projectleider. #collegagezocht #vacature #werkenindebouw ow.ly/uB2M50DAzNe
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What a difference glass makes! The insulated glass panels of the #gridshell roof of @Shell's C30 building each are a unique parallelogram, installed in a twisted shape by pressure on site. ow.ly/IHy750DvdBG #realizingchallengingarchitecture @Vriesverburg #mverschoorbv
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Octatube is district winner of the Smart Manufacturing Award 2021 of @metaalunie! Now on to the finals! ow.ly/wxaN50DpdUV
Last Friday: time for the #reciprocalframe, part of the gridshell roof for @Shell's C30 building. Working with two cranes simultaneously, the frame was placed in 7 hours. #realizingchallengingarchitecture with @Vriesverburg #ridderkerkskraanwagenbedrijf #mverschoorbv
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#becomingbcorp Every colleague engages in an annual goals review to identify the needs for training and development. The aim is to formulate concrete goals and points for growth. After all, personal growth and development means growth and development for Octatube. #bcorp @BCorpNL
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Daylight played a leading role in the 2017 refurbishment of the @NGIreland, designed by #heneghanpengarchitects. Octatube was invited to shed new light on old treasures by realizing bespoke rooflights and laylights. #realizingchallengingarchitecture ow.ly/CPGt50C50ZA
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Today we started hoisting the frames for Shell's C30 building in The Hague - a milestone in the process and another step closer to completion. #workinprogress Read more about this gridshell here: ow.ly/sLp450C2TjN @Vriesverburg @Shell @ABTbv @turnertownsend
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Currently happening @ Octatube: a #gridshellcanopy for Shell's C30 building. A nice challenge in terms of engineering, structure, production and assembly. Read more: ow.ly/dOgy50BR3Yk #realizingchallengingarchitecture with @Vriesverburg @Shell @ABTbv @turnertownsend
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The Diamantbeurs has won a Dutch Steel Award, de #NationaleStaalprijs! The crowning achievement of this breathtaking piece of work. Congratulations to all partners! @ZJArch @heyligersdesignprojects @capital_c_amsterdam #pietersbouwtechniek #sijthoff #dcvbouw #peakdevelopment
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⁣This Tuesday the winners of the Dutch Steel Award will be announced during the Staalbouwdag by Bouwen met Staal. The Diamond Exchange has been nominated. #fingerscrossed 🤞 @ZJArch | #heyligersdesign | #sijthoff | @BraaksmaRoos | #zadelhoff | #pietersbouwtechniek | #dcvbouw
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