Wesco Anixter delivered seismic-compliant raised flooring and network infrastructure for the South Australian Ambulance Headquarters.

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When the SA Ambulance Service precinct was developed as a mission-critical facility, it required infrastructure capable of supporting resilience, safety and continuous uptime. Wesco Anixter was engaged to deliver integrated solutions aligned with these operational requirements.

At the core of the project was a Bergvik ISO Floor raised- access system designed to meet seismic demands while supporting long-term flexibility. “The system is built with steel pedestals, bearers and joists, and allows wider spans than conventional raised floors,” said Tim Martin, Senior Vice President and GM, Wesco Anixter.. “This provides space to distribute cabling, piping and other essential services beneath the floor, while maintaining structural stability during seismic activity.”

This was critical as the facility was designed to meet Building Importance Level 4 requirements, the highest classification for essential infrastructure. The raised floor supports both static equipment loads and dynamic loads during seismic events, helping ensure that critical systems remain operational.

Wesco Anixter also delivered the communications infrastructure. “We deployed a SYSTIMAX Category 6A UTP solution using the VisiPATCH 360 system in a cross-connect configuration,” Tim said. This supports the management of eight separate networks within constrained telecommunications spaces, improving space utilisation and system reliability. Seismically rated Rittal enclosures were also installed to protect communications systems.

Collaboration was critical. Wesco Anixter worked closely with the Ambulance Service, consultants and contractors to align the solution with Australian standards and operational requirements. Intelligent monitoring through CommScope’s imVision provides visibility of network infrastructure, supporting secure access and faster identification of faults.

By integrating raised-access flooring, structured cabling and intelligent infrastructure management, Wesco Anixter delivered a scalable platform that supports reliable performance and continuous service delivery, helping the facility maintain critical operations in both day-to-day and emergency conditions.

For more information contact Wesco Anixter, phone 1300 319 499, website www.wesco.com/australia