Prefabricated electrical solutions beat 14-week deadline at landmark project

The ambitious SPOT Amsterdam is more than just a residential complex — it's a bold vision for urban living, offering over 1,000 new homes, alongside work, commercial and leisure areas. To meet a particularly tight construction target, the project contractor, BLOM Elektrotechniek, relied on Pipelife's ready-to-install electrical solutions, turning a 14-week deadline into a record-breaking achievement that showcases new speed and efficiency opportunities for large-scale urban developments.

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SPOT Amsterdam is a state-of-the-art residential project taking shape in Hondsrugpark, a vibrant, park-like district that offers all modern amenities at your doorstep. A total of seven high-rise towers are being built here, with more than 1,000 residential units planned, alongside 17,000 m² of space for offices, shops, restaurants and sports facilities.

Energy efficiency and sustainability are integral to the ambitious project — for example, all units in SPOT towers will be gas-free and supplied by solar panels. The experienced contractor BLOM Elektrotechniek was commissioned to handle most of the electrical installations at SPOT. From power supply to data networks, Wi-Fi, fire alarm systems, solar panels, vide intercoms and parking management — everything was planned in line with the most modern energy and sustainability requirements.

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One of the most significant project challenges came with Tower B2, also known as Coral, which features 131 apartments. The 11-floor structure had to be completed within just 14 weeks due to utility works scheduled in the area, limiting hoisting operations afterward.

High construction speed and accuracy were therefore critical. The stakeholders decided to explore prefabricated solutions to keep Coral development on schedule. Seeking a reliable prefab partner, BLOM Elektrotechniek turned to Pipelife Netherlands. Both companies immediately found a common ground due to their shared commitment to construction quality, efficiency and innovation.

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Jan van Meegdenburg, Prefab Manager at Pipelife Netherlands, was responsible for the project on behalf of Pipelife.

"We currently offer prefabricated solutions for virtually any project," he explains. "Many installers in the Netherlands and beyond are already familiar with Spider, our fully tailored, prewired conduit system that makes electrical installations considerably faster and easier."

Each Spider system is individually designed to the project's exact specifications and prefabricated under strict factory conditions. Before delivery, all components and connections are carefully tested and individually labelled to ensure reliable, error-free installation. Once delivered, the Spider system simply has to be rolled out and secured in place.

"We relied on the prefabricated Spider system, along with custom conduit lengths for power, data, switch wires, thermostats, alarm systems and more," says Remco Lighthart, Project Manager at BLOM Elektrotechniek. Thanks to careful planning and these smart prefab solutions, we were able to complete electrical installations in up to three apartments per day!"

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Careful preparation and precise engineering were crucial for the project's success. All connection points were modeled in detail using BIM, and thanks to the close cooperation between BLOM and Pipelife engineers.

Every prefabricated component was tested and certified before being shipped to the site. Furthermore, each part was assigned a unique code, ensuring its installation at the correct location. The prefabricated systems were carefully packaged in crates, labeled per apartment, and hoisted directly to the corresponding floor. As a result, no time was lost moving materials through elevators and across the site.

The tailored components for an entire floor were delivered weekly in line with the construction plan. Jan van Meegdenburg was closely involved in the production process, overseeing each stage.

"Everything was prepared digitally in advance at our office. From there, we produced ready-to-use elements and delivered them according to the schedule agreed with our customer," he sums up. "Our prefabricated solutions made the installation easier, reduced construction costs, and saved an enormous amount of time."

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During the first installations, Pipelife's specialists were on-site to support the BLOM team through the process. Their guidance and continued involvement ensured the construction process went smoothly.

"It really is a different way of working," acknowledges Lighthart. "Yes, the preparation stage was longer, but we more than made up for it during installation. Thanks to prefabrication, we managed to complete a new floor every week. It was a true team effort."

After completing the tower structure, the construction process was evaluated with all stakeholders present, from contractor to installer. The conclusion was unanimous: even less experienced installers found the prefabricated systems simple and intuitive to work with.

Prefabrication was seen as key in securing a successful project outcome, setting a new standard for fast-paced, high-quality construction. The newly built Coral tower is expected to be commissioned by the end of October. 

As for the feedback to Pipelife?

"We have nothing but praise," states Lighthart. "Their efforts were invaluable in delivering Coral on time. Looking forward to our next joint project!"