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SAINT-GOBAIN AS2 NEW FLOAT MANUFACTURING FACILITY

ROWAD Modern Engineering Case Study

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Project Card

Project information

Location:nAin Sokhna, EgyptnClient:nSaint-Gobain Glass Egypt S.A.E / Saint-Gobain Egypt for Glass IndustriesnClient Consultant:nArchetype IndustrynROWAD Consultant:nCDEC Consultant - A&A ConsultantnSector:nIndustrial Manufacturing / Float GlassnROWAD Role:nPrime Contractor

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1. PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Saint-Gobain AS2 New Float Manufacturing Facility in Ain Sokhna is a strategic industrial development designed to expand high-performance float glass production capacity in Egypt. The project forms part of a major manufacturing environment where civil, architectural, infrastructure, PHE, structural steel, and PEB works must be delivered with high precision and strong interface management.nROWAD Modern Engineering is executing the project as Prime Contractor, bringing together multidisciplinary construction capabilities across two integrated packages: the Furnace, Float and Lehr work with associated PHE networks, and PKG3 - Batch House, including the Batch Building, cullet yards, sand storage building, conveyors, and Design-Build PEB works.nThe project reflects ROWADu2019s ability to deliver complex industrial facilities where structural readiness, utility integration, schedule control, and operational requirements must progress in parallel across multiple work fronts.nPROJECT SIGNIFICANCEnSupports Egyptu2019s industrial manufacturing capacity and strengthens the local building materials supply chain.nContributes to the development of one of the regionu2019s most advanced float glass manufacturing facilities.nRequires high levels of coordination between production buildings, utility networks, conveyors, steel works, and construction logistics.

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2. ROWAD SCOPE OF WORK

ROWADu2019s scope combines construction, installation, coordination, and defect remediation across production, support, infrastructure, and utility components of the AS2 New Float Manufacturing Facility.nPACKAGE2 - FURNACE, FLOAT, LEHR, AND PHE WORKSnFoundation, civil, and architectural works for the Furnace Building, Float Building, and Lehr Building.nTunnel construction below the Lehr area -related works.nPHE external works, including water supply network, drainage network, booster pumps, submersible pumps, and disinfection works.nPHE internal network, including plumbing fixtures, plumbing specialties, domestic piping network, and submersible pumps.nPACKAGE 3 - BATCH HOUSE AND PEB WORKSnConstruction, installation, and defect remediation for the Batch Building, cullet yards, and sand storage building.nConveyor-related works supporting the AS2 New Float Manufacturing Facility.nDesign-Build scope for PEB works.nEarthworks, concrete works, formwork, reinforcement, steel structure, PEB works, precast elements, and finishes.nWorkstreamnKey Scope ComponentsnCivil & FoundationsnEarthworks, foundations, concrete works, reinforced concrete, formwork, and construction readiness for main production buildings.nArchitectural WorksnArchitectural scope for key production and support buildings, including finishes and openings where applicable.nProduction BuildingsnFurnace Building, Float Building, Lehr Building, Batch Building, cullet yards, and sand storage building.nInfrastructure & TunnelsnTunnel construction below Lehr, related works, and site infrastructure interfaces.nPHE External WorksnWater supply network, drainage network, booster pumps, submersible pumps, and disinfection works.nPHE Internal NetworknPlumbing fixtures, plumbing specialties, domestic piping network, and submersible pumps.nSteel & PEB WorksnStructural steel, PEB works, and Design-Build PEB scope for industrial facility components.nConveyorsnConveyor-related works for Batch House operations and material movement interfaces.nCONSOLIDATED SCOPE MATRIX

  • ROWADu2019s scope combines construction, installation, coordination, and defect remediation across production, support, infrastructure, and utility components of the AS2 New Float Manu
  • PACKAGE2 - FURNACE, FLOAT, LEHR, AND PHE WORKS
  • Foundation, civil, and architectural works for the Furnace Building, Float Building, and Lehr Building.
  • Tunnel construction below the Lehr area -related works.
  • PHE external works, including water supply network, drainage network, booster pumps, submersible pumps, and disinfection works.
  • PHE internal network, including plumbing fixtures, plumbing specialties, domestic piping network, and submersible pumps.
  • PACKAGE 3 - BATCH HOUSE AND PEB WORKS
  • Construction, installation, and defect remediation for the Batch Building, cullet yards, and sand storage building.

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Align procurement sourcing strategy with package requirements and long-lead activities.

The construction methodology is structured around controlled phasing, technical coordination, and progressive quality assurance. Each phase is managed to maintain buildability, safety, inspection readiness, and alignment with downstream works.n1. PRE-CONSTRUCTION AND PLANNING PHASEnReview project scope, drawings, specifications, and interface requirements across packages.nDefine construction zones, access routes, laydown areas, crane locations, and material flow paths.nDevelop integrated schedules for civil, architectural, PHE, steel, PEB, and conveyor-related works.n2. EARTHWORKS AND FOUNDATIONSnPrepare excavation zones and foundation areas in accordance with approved levels and specifications.nCoordinate surveying, formwork, reinforcement, embedded elements, concrete placement, and inspection requirements.nMaintain safe excavation controls, access routes, and edge protection throughout the works.n3. REINFORCED CONCRETE AND SUPERSTRUCTURE WORKSnExecute formwork, reinforcement, concrete pouring, curing, and defect remediation for production and support buildings.nMaintain quality checkpoints prior to concrete placement, including rebar, formwork, and embedded item inspections.nCoordinate structural progress with PHE routes, steel interfaces, and follow-on installation requirements.n4. STRUCTURAL STEEL, PEB AND CONVEYOR INTERFACESnCoordinate steel structure and PEB works with completed civil foundations and superstructure readiness.nImplement lifting plans, access systems, and HSE controls for crane-supported installation works.nManage conveyor interfaces within the Batch House package to support operational integration.n5. PHE NETWORKS AND HANDOVER READINESSnInstall external water supply and drainage networks, pumps, and disinfection systems.nInstall internal plumbing fixtures, specialties, domestic piping, and submersible pump systems.nConduct inspections, testing, rectification, and documentation to support progressive handover.n3. CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY

  • The construction methodology is structured around controlled phasing, technical coordination, and progressive quality assurance. Each phase is managed to maintain buildability, saf
  • 1. PRE-CONSTRUCTION AND PLANNING PHASE
  • Review project scope, drawings, specifications, and interface requirements across packages.
  • Define construction zones, access routes, laydown areas, crane locations, and material flow paths.
  • Develop integrated schedules for civil, architectural, PHE, steel, PEB, and conveyor-related works.
  • 2. EARTHWORKS AND FOUNDATIONS
  • Prepare excavation zones and foundation areas in accordance with approved levels and specifications.
  • Coordinate surveying, formwork, reinforcement, embedded elements, concrete placement, and inspection requirements.

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4.PROCUREMENT AND SOURCING STRATEGY

The project requires the alignment of multiple supplier and subcontractor streams to support industrial construction progress and package-specific delivery requirements. Procurement is structured around specialist material categories, MEP/PHE components, steel and PEB systems, and concrete supply.nPackage / CategorynSuppliers or Specialist Streams MentionednPackage 2 - InsulationnS.E.C.CnPackage2 - MetalnSteel LandnPackage2 - Concrete SupplynEl Sewedy Ready MixnPackage2 - Auxiliary SteelnShieldnPackage 2 - PumpsnWilo, XylemnPackage 2 - Plumbing Fixtures / Specialties / Covers / PipesnDuravit, Ideal Standard,nTawakoln, MISR EL NOOR, ROXY, RED SEA, CTCnPackage 3 - PrecastnCretematicnPackage 3 - PEB / Auxiliary SteelnZamilnPackage 3 - Concrete SupplynEl Sewedy Ready MixnPackage 3 - Other Listed StreamsnJadeelan, ASF,nSamcreten, Eagle

  • The project requires the alignment of multiple supplier and subcontractor streams to support industrial construction progress and package-specific delivery requirements. Procuremen
  • Package / Category
  • Suppliers or Specialist Streams Mentioned
  • Package 2 - Insulation
  • S.E.C.C
  • Package2 - Metal
  • Steel Land
  • Package2 - Concrete Supply

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QUALITY MANAGEMENT

Inspection and Test Plans for civil, architectural, PHE, steel, and PEB works.nPre-pour inspections covering formwork, reinforcement, embedded items, access, and concrete readiness.nProgressive defect identification, rectification, and documentation aligned with package requirements.nSupplier and subcontractor coordination for concrete, steel, PEB, pumps, fixtures, and specialty systems.nHSE MANAGEMENTnPermit-to-work controls for lifting, work at height, excavation, hot works where applicable, and high-risk activities.nToolbox talks, work-front inductions, and activity-specific HSE briefings.nScaffolding inspection, access control, edge protection, barricading, and site traffic management.nEmergency access routes, welfare zones, and continuous housekeeping across construction areas.nCOORDINATION AND REPORTINGnDaily and weekly coordination between construction, technical office, QA/QC, HSE, procurement, and project management teams.nMilestone tracking for key areas including Furnace, Float, Lehr, warehouse tunnel, chimney foundation, and Batch House components.nProgress documentation supported by site photography, inspection records, and work-front status updates.n5. QUALITY, HSE AND COORDINATION CONTROLS

  • Inspection and Test Plans for civil, architectural, PHE, steel, and PEB works.
  • Pre-pour inspections covering formwork, reinforcement, embedded items, access, and concrete readiness.
  • Progressive defect identification, rectification, and documentation aligned with package requirements.
  • Supplier and subcontractor coordination for concrete, steel, PEB, pumps, fixtures, and specialty systems.
  • HSE MANAGEMENT
  • Permit-to-work controls for lifting, work at height, excavation, hot works where applicable, and high-risk activities.
  • Toolbox talks, work-front inductions, and activity-specific HSE briefings.
  • Scaffolding inspection, access control, edge protection, barricading, and site traffic management.

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COMMERCIAL AND CONTRACT DATA

6. KEY QUANTITATIVE HIGHLIGHTS

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PACKAGE2 - KEY MILESTONES

7. PROJECT MILESTONESnPACKAGE 3 - KEY MILESTONESnNo.nMilestonenFinal Milestone DatenFurnace area complete, clean, clear, reinstated, defect free, and ready for unobstructed PEMB accessn20/02/2025nFurnace ramp based on 7 working daysn30 working days, Furnace plusnFurnace bridgen22/04/2025nFloat area complete and defect free for PEMB access - G16 to G27n23/03/2025nFloat area complete and defect free for PEMB access - G9 to G16n07/05/2025nLehr area complete and defect free for PEMB access, including bridgen07/07/2025nWarehouse tunnel area complete and defect free for PEMB accessn06/03/2025nChimney foundation area complete and defect freen08/05/2025nPackage defect free / completen25/12/2025

  • 7. PROJECT MILESTONES
  • PACKAGE 3 - KEY MILESTONES
  • Milestone
  • Final Milestone Date
  • Furnace area complete, clean, clear, reinstated, defect free, and ready for unobstructed PEMB access
  • 20/02/2025
  • Furnace ramp based on 7 working days

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8. ENGINEERING CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS

The Saint-Gobain AS2 project requires the delivery of multiple interdependent industrial work packages within a large-scale manufacturing site. The core challenge is not limited to construction volume; it lies in aligning civil readiness, structural sequencing, utility networks, PEB delivery, and production-related interfaces within a demanding industrial environment.nChallengenImpactnROWAD ResponsenMulti-package interface managementnFurnace, Float, Lehr, tunnel, Batch House, PHE, steel, conveyors, and PEB works are closely interlinked.nIntegrated planning between engineering, construction, procurement, quality, HSE, and subcontracted specialist workstreams.nFast-track industrial sequencingnSeveral areas require construction readiness for follow-on installation activities and production-related systems.nMilestone-based planning, work-front prioritization, and continuous coordination with project stakeholders.nHeavy lifting and steel erectionnCranes, structural steel installation, and PEB works introduce high-risk lifting and interface requirements.nLift planning, controlled exclusion zones, permit-to-work procedures, and close HSE supervision.nExtensive formwork, rebar, and concrete operationsnLarge reinforced concrete elements require precise quality control and safe access systems.nStructured inspection and test plans, controlled pour sequences, rebar inspection, and scaffold/formwork checks.nPHE network integrationnExternal and internal PHE works must align with building layout, utility routes, and operational requirements.nCoordinated shop drawings, staged installation, testing, and inspection before handover.nLogistics within a large industrial sitenMaterial flow, equipment movement, and safe pedestrian access require strict control.nDefined access routes, laydown areas, traffic management, and housekeeping protocols.

  • The Saint-Gobain AS2 project requires the delivery of multiple interdependent industrial work packages within a large-scale manufacturing site. The core challenge is not limited to
  • Challenge
  • Impact
  • ROWAD Response
  • Multi-package interface management
  • Furnace, Float, Lehr, tunnel, Batch House, PHE, steel, conveyors, and PEB works are closely interlinked.
  • Integrated planning between engineering, construction, procurement, quality, HSE, and subcontracted specialist workstreams.
  • Fast-track industrial sequencing

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9. CASE STUDY CONCLUSION

The Saint-Gobain AS2 New Float Manufacturing Facility demonstrates ROWADu2019s capability to deliver technically demanding industrial projects through integrated construction management, multidisciplinary coordination, and disciplined execution across civil, architectural, infrastructure, PHE, structural steel, and PEB workstreams.nBy consolidating two major packages under a coordinated delivery approach, ROWAD is supporting the development of a high-performance manufacturing facility that contributes to Egyptu2019s industrial base and strengthens the regionu2019s float glass production landscape.nThe project highlights ROWADu2019s value in managing complex industrial interfaces, meeting milestone-driven requirements, and executing high-volume construction activities while maintaining quality, safety, and operational readiness as central delivery priorities.nKEY TAKEAWAYSnPrime Contractor role across two integrated Saint-Gobain AS2 packages.nComprehensive scope covering civil, architectural, infrastructure, PHE, structural steel, and PEB works.nExecution of major production and support facilities, including Furnace, Float, Lehr, Batch House, tunnels, cullet yards, and sand storage building.nStrong interface management between concrete works, steel works, PEB, conveyors, PHE networks, and site logistics.nProject delivery aligned with industrial manufacturing requirements and high-performance facility readiness.

  • The Saint-Gobain AS2 New Float Manufacturing Facility demonstrates ROWADu2019s capability to deliver technically demanding industrial projects through integrated construction managemen
  • By consolidating two major packages under a coordinated delivery approach, ROWAD is supporting the development of a high-performance manufacturing facility that contributes to Egyp
  • The project highlights ROWADu2019s value in managing complex industrial interfaces, meeting milestone-driven requirements, and executing high-volume construction activities while maint
  • KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • Prime Contractor role across two integrated Saint-Gobain AS2 packages.
  • Comprehensive scope covering civil, architectural, infrastructure, PHE, structural steel, and PEB works.
  • Execution of major production and support facilities, including Furnace, Float, Lehr, Batch House, tunnels, cullet yards, and sand storage building.
  • Strong interface management between concrete works, steel works, PEB, conveyors, PHE networks, and site logistics.

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