Construction Services and Assembly

Founded in 2014 in Belgium, Smart Build bvba is a trusted provider of specialized Construction Services and Assembly (CSA).

With a dedicated team of highly qualified professionals, we bring a wealth of expertise to the construction and assembly sectors, focusing particularly on the complex and demanding environments of data centers.

At Smart Build, we understand the critical nature of data centers in today’s digital age. Our team is equipped to handle a wide range of specialized tasks, ensuring that each project is executed with precision and efficiency. From the initial planning stages through to the final assembly, our commitment to quality and attention to detail ensures the success of your projects.

Our services are designed to meet the unique challenges of data center construction, where precision, reliability, and adherence to strict timelines are paramount. We collaborate closely with our clients, providing tailored solutions that support both current and future needs.

By choosing Smart Build, you’re not just selecting a service provider; you’re partnering with a team that is dedicated to the successful completion of your projects. Whether you’re embarking on a new build or expanding an existing facility, Smart Build bvba is here to contribute to your success every step of the way.

Detailed breakdown of the Construction Services and Assembly we can provide:

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• Excavation Crew
  – Equipment operators skilled in using excavators, bulldozers, and other heavy machinery to dig trenches, holes, and pits for foundations.
  – Labourers to assist with manual digging in areas where machinery cannot be used.
• Formwork Carpenters
  – Skilled carpenters to build and install formwork (temporary moulds) for concrete foundations.
  – These workers must ensure that formwork is precise and capable of holding the concrete during the pour.
• Steel Fixers (Rebar Workers)
  – Specialists in cutting, bending, and tying reinforcing steel bars (rebar) to form a mesh within the foundation.
• Concrete Workers
  – Labourers and machine operators to mix, pour, and vibrate concrete for the foundation
  – Concrete finishers to smooth and level the surface of the foundation as it sets to an array of specifications

• Waterproofing Specialists
  – Labourers trained in applying waterproof membranes and coatings to the foundation to prevent water ingress.
• Insulation Workers
  – Installers of thermal and damp-proof insulation materials around the foundation

• Pre-erection
  • Ground Crew
    – Labourers who prepare the site by clearing the area, ensuring access for cranes and other heavy machinery, and setting up temporary work platforms
• Steel Fabrication (Off-Site)
  • Steel Fabricators
    – Skilled workers who cut, shape, and weld steel components according to the project specifications. This work is usually done off-site in a fabrication shop.

• Rigging Crew
  • Riggers
    – Specialists in securing steel components to cranes using slings, hooks, and other rigging equipment.
    – Responsible for ensuring that the loads are balanced and securely fastened to prevent accidents during lifting and placement.
  • Signalmen
    – Provide communication between the rigging crew and crane operators, using hand signals or radio communication to ensure safe lifting operations.
• Erection Crew
  • Ironworkers (Steel Erectors)
    – The core labour force responsible for assembling and connecting the steel structure.
    – These workers bolt, weld, or rivet steel components together at height, often working on scaffolding or MEWPs.
  • Welders
    – Certified welders to perform on-site welding of steel joints, ensuring they meet structural and safety standards.
  • Bolters
    – Specialists who focus on aligning and bolting steel components together. They work closely with ironworkers to secure joints temporarily until welding or permanent fastening is completed.
  • Detailers
    – Ironworkers who install smaller, more intricate steel elements like bracing, connections, and tie beams.

• Material Handling and Logistics
  • Material Handlers
    – Labourers responsible for transporting roofing materials such as insulation, membranes, fasteners, and sealants to the roof area.

• Carpenters or Steel Deck Installers
  – Skilled workers who install the roof deck, which could be made of wood, metal, or concrete.
• Fasteners Crew
  – Labourers who secure the roof deck to the supporting structure using bolts, screws, or other fasteners, ensuring stability and alignment.

• Insulation Installers
  – Specialists in laying insulation materials over the roof deck to improve thermal efficiency. In data centres, this may include rigid foam boards, fiberglass, or other high-performance insulation.
• Vapor Barrier Installers
  – Labourers responsible for applying a vapor barrier to prevent moisture from penetrating the insulation, which is crucial for maintaining the controlled environment of a data centre.

Membrane Installers

• Roofers (Membrane Specialists)
  – Skilled workers who install the waterproof roofing membrane. Depending on the system used, this may involve laying down single-ply membranes (e.g., TPO, EPDM) or applying liquid waterproofing systems.
• Hot Air Welders
  – Specialists who use hot air welding equipment to fuse membrane seams, ensuring a waterproof seal.
• Torch-On Roofers
  – Workers skilled in applying torch-on membranes, if a bituminous membrane system is used. They must handle torches safely and effectively to adhere the membrane to the substrate.

• Flashing Installers
  – Roofers who install flashing around roof penetrations such as vents, drains, and skylights. Flashing is critical for preventing water ingress at these vulnerable points.
• Seamers and Sealers
  – Labourers responsible for sealing seams, edges, and overlaps in the membrane, using adhesives, tapes, or additional membrane strips.

• Mechanical and Electrical Penetration Specialists
  – Workers who install and seal penetrations for mechanical and electrical systems, such as HVAC ducts, conduits, and exhaust vents, ensuring they are watertight.

• Roof Coating Applicators
  • Coating Specialists
    – Workers who apply protective coatings to the roof membrane, such as reflective or UV-resistant coatings that improve energy efficiency and extend the roof’s lifespan.
  • Spray Foam Installers
    – Specialists in applying spray foam insulation or coatings, which may be used for additional thermal protection or waterproofing.
• Skylight and Roof Hatch Installers
  • Glaziers
    – Skilled workers who install skylights, roof hatches, and other translucent roofing elements, ensuring they are properly sealed and integrated with the roof membrane.
  • Roof Hatch Installers
    – Install roof hatches that provide access to the roof for maintenance, ensuring they are secure and weatherproof.

Material Handling and Logistics

• Material Handlers
  • Labourers
    – Responsible for unloading, transporting, and organizing cladding materials (such as panels, insulation, fasteners) to be ready for installation.
  • Cladding Fabricators
    – Skilled workers who cut, shape, and pre-assemble cladding materials to fit the specific design requirements. This can involve metal, composite, or stone materials depending on the cladding type.

Insulation and Subframe Installation

• Insulation Installers
  • Insulation Workers
    – Install insulation materials behind the cladding, which is critical in maintaining the thermal efficiency of the data centre. This may include rigid foam boards, mineral wool, or other insulation types.
  • Vapor Barrier Installers
    – Apply vapor barriers to prevent moisture ingress into the insulation and the building structure, ensuring the building envelope remains dry and energy-efficient.
• Subframe Installers
  • Metalworkers or Carpenters
    – Install the subframe or support structure that will hold the cladding in place. This can include metal brackets, rails, and other support elements that need to be perfectly aligned and securely fastened.

Cladding Installers

• Panel Installers
  – The core team responsible for installing the cladding panels. This involves aligning, securing, and sometimes sealing panels made of metal, composite materials, glass, or other specialized materials.
• Fasteners Crew
  – Labourers responsible for fixing the cladding panels to the subframe using screws, bolts, or specialized fasteners. Precision is essential to ensure the panels are secure and aligned.

Specialized Installers

• Curtain Wall Installers
  – If the data centre design includes curtain wall systems, specialized installers are required to handle the complex installation of glass or metal panels that form the building’s exterior.
• Vent and Louver Installers
  – Installers of ventilation systems or louvers integrated into the cladding to provide necessary airflow for the data centre’s HVAC system.

Detailing and Finishing

• Flashing and Sealing
  • Flashing Installers
    – Install flashing around edges, corners, windows, doors, and other penetrations to prevent water ingress. This is crucial for maintaining the building’s waterproofing integrity.
  • Sealant Applicators
    – Apply sealants around joints, seams, and interfaces between different cladding materials to ensure a watertight and airtight seal.
• Architectural Detail Installers
  • Trim and Fascia Installers
    – Install trim, fascia, and other decorative elements to give the cladding a finished look and enhance the building’s aesthetic appeal.
  • Architectural Feature Installers
    – Install special design elements such as decorative panels, fins, or shading devices that are part of the cladding system.

Address any final adjustments, repairs, or touch-ups needed on the cladding, such as correcting misalignment or resealing any gaps discovered during inspections.

Industrial cleaning including hydrocarbon industry waste, application of anti corrosion on metal structure.

Anti Corrosion protection

• Blasting
• Wet blasting
• PAV blasting
• Spot blasting
• Steam blasting
• Rust cleaning (manual or machine)
• High pressure cleaning 2500 br
• Vacuum application
• Protection tanks
• Many types of protection and anti-fouling painting after blasting
• Specialized painting