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Skanska USA, the US arm of the Sweden-based builder and developer, has delivered a $560 million, 288,000-square-foot hospital tower in Manhasset, New York.
North Shore University Hospital announced on February 1 the end of the Petrocelli Surgical Pavilionthat Skanska USA broke ground in April 2020. The investment by Northwell Health, which bills itself as the largest health care provider in New York State, represents one of the largest projects of its kind in the area , according to the statement.
According to the release, the contractor used several types of technology during the construction process. Crews deployed drones equipped with cameras and sensors, which provided real-time views of progress and site conditions. In addition, 3D models and the weekly capture of 360-degree images and videos helped the company better evaluate the workplace.
Skanska created its drone program in 2015, and has grown to include more than 70 employees across the company. The group presents uses for the technology in Skanska USA workplaces.
The surgical ward has 18 operating theaters and 132 intensive care rooms. The project expands the critical care capabilities of NSUH, which has 756 licensed beds and treats more than 90,000 patients annually.
