01. Starting with a foundation that puts safety fi rst. 275 caissons support the building, with cast-in-place concrete foundation walls. The caissons utilize 3,000 psi reinforced concrete that measure 3 feet to 10 feet in diameter and 30 feet to 50 feet in depth. 02. Durability achieved through a concrete exterior. Nearly 43% of the building’s exterior is precast concrete finished with a brick veneer. 1,350 precast concrete panels measuring 6 inches thick make up the building’s exterior, keeping the building free of decay and keep patients safe in the event of a natural disaster. 03. Cast-in-place concrete fl oors. Normal weight, reinforced concrete slabs measuring 5 1/2 inches to 11 inches were used in floors B3 to 8. Light weight, reinforced concrete was used for floors 9 to roof.

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