北京最大水利钢结构设施将变身“大花篮”

Group 1 - The construction of the pressure regulating facility in the Beijing section of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project has officially commenced, with a design concept of "flower baskets scattered in the forest" aimed at ecological integration [1] - The facility, located in Fangshan District, was put into operation in October 2022 and is crucial for maintaining the safety of the water pipeline supplying Beijing [1] - The facility features two circular towers with a diameter of approximately 15 meters and a height of about 35 meters, which will be enhanced with a 45-meter tall steel structure resembling a flower basket covered in climbing plants [1][2] Group 2 - The design emphasizes three main characteristics: ecological integration, a balance of rigidity and flexibility, and cultural dialogue, utilizing streamlined steel structures and hollow curtain wall technology [2] - The project includes wind tunnel tests conducted by a qualified national laboratory to ensure structural stability and safety, along with comprehensive design reviews by a top-tier engineering design firm [2] - The construction phase involves careful selection of the steel structure installation team and the development of a practical implementation plan to ensure efficient and safe project execution [2]