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Knorr Bremse Technology Centre
The project architects, ABH Architekturburo Heese, designed the building based on a remit that combined contemporary design with traditional Arab culture
Established in 1905, Knorr Bremse became the largest brake manufacturer for rail vehicles in Europe. Designed by ABH-Architekturburo Heese, the Knorr Bremse Technology Centre in Munich was completed in 2004 and features motorised blinds within the glazing.
The technology centre contains offices and research areas, as well as training, seminar and conference rooms. A fully glazed facade ensures the building enjoys plenty of natural light and the glass curtain walling within the building provides a good all round view of the building inside and out.
As with the other heavy duty hinges developed by Securistyle, the Parallel Plus hinge is manufactured from high grade 304 austenitic stainless steel which provides increased strength and guaranteed long-term resistance to corrosion. It is also fully supported by a 12 year guarantee.
Main Tower
To create a low-energy landmark building, designed to provide a spacious and well ventilated work environment. Sustaining low operating costs within the building was a prime concern of the architects involved in the project.
The 200m tall Main Tower is home to several prominent enterprises, including the Landesbank of Hesse and a television studio of the Hessischer Rundfunk and is situated in the financial centre of the city.
The 2550 windows in the tower building have created the first fully-glazed facade on a high-rise building in Europe. Maintaining the clean sightlines of the facade was made possible by the use of Securistyle's parallel hinges.
This entirely glass facade allows plenty of natural light into the building and the use of Securistyle's parallel hinge system supports the low-energy ideal of the architects, whilst allowing for natural ventilation in a safe and secure environment.
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
To create a place where urban and cosmopolitan life intertwine to form a rich and colourful local identity.
The Prime Tower is situated in the centre of Zurich on the site of the former Maag cogwheel factory which has undergone redevelopment over recent years.
Designed by architects Annette Gigon and Mike Guyer, the Prime Tower is set to become the tallest building in Zurich at 126 metres high. The complex comprises of the Prime Tower, the Cubus and Diagonal annexes which includes facilities such as restaurants, event centres, salesrooms and a lifestyle lounge.
Prime Tower
To create a place where urban and cosmopolitan life intertwine to form a rich and colourful local identity.
The Prime Tower is situated in the centre of Zurich on the site of the former Maag cogwheel factory which has undergone redevelopment over recent years.
Designed by architects Annette Gigon and Mike Guyer, the Prime Tower is set to become the tallest building in Zurich at 126 metres high. The complex comprises of the Prime Tower, the Cubus and Diagonal annexes which includes facilities such as restaurants, event centres, salesrooms and a lifestyle lounge.
The inspirational Sky Lounge that sits on top of the Prime Tower gives breathtaking views over the city and lake. Over the 36 floors there is 40,000m floor space with room for 2,000 workplaces. It also benefits from excellent transport links with its own rapid-transit railway almost at the front door.
Saturn Tower
The architects have created a contemporary building with a cubist design situated in the Danube City to house IBM Austria. The Saturn Tower characterizes the modernisation of the business district in Vienna and provides 30,000m2 of rental space over 21 storeys. Each floor varies in size and layout, often interspersed with panoramic views from the large windows.
The Tech Gate Tower is a V-shaped construction with a curved facade of aluminium and glass creating a striking impression on the skyline. The building provides 200m2 of office space, offering a working environment far surpassing that of the tradition office blocks.
The building houses offices of several large technological and scientific companies, a Visual Reality Centre and exhibition areas. The highlight of the building is a highly desirable location for conferences, meetings and seminars; the Tech Lounge. This is a large meeting room with all-around glazing and a stunning panoramic view across Vienna.
Tech Gate Tower
To create a dynamic, state-of-the-art urban centre to house some of the top research facilities and technology companies in Vienna. Functionality, aesthetics and durability are key elements in the construction, creating an optimum work environment.
The Tech Gate Tower is a V-shaped construction with a curved facade of aluminium and glass creating a striking impression on the skyline. The building provides 200m2 of office space, offering a working environment far surpassing that of the tradition office blocks.
The building houses offices of several large technological and scientific companies, a Visual Reality Centre and exhibition areas. The highlight of the building is a highly desirable location for conferences, meetings and seminars; the Tech Lounge. This is a large meeting room with all-around glazing and a stunning panoramic view across Vienna.
