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AMC Facility Modernization at Cairo East Air Force Base

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AMC Facility Modernization at Cairo East Air Force Base

Comprehensive Facility Upgrade

Scope of Work

Category Tasks Completed Military Standards
Exterior Painting Full facade repainting A-A-50562 (military coatings)
Lighting Systems Installed:
• 85x LED high bays
• 40x metal halide fixtures
MIL-STD-3009 (lighting)
Electrical Upgrades Replaced:
• Main distribution panels
• 120+ receptacles
NEC 2017 / UFC 3-501-01
Fire Safety New fire alarm control panel NFPA 72

Technical Execution

Painting

  • Surface prep: Sandblasting to SSPC-SP10
  • Coating: 3-layer epoxy system (5-year warranty)

Electrical

  • Energy savings: 55% reduction vs. legacy system
  • Smart lighting controls with daylight harvesting

Safety

  • Arc-fault circuit protection
  • Emergency egress lighting upgrades

Project Performance

Performance Metrics

Metric Result
Duration Completed in 11 weeks (20% ahead of schedule)
Cost 12% under budget
Quality Zero callbacks post-completion

Operational Impact

  • Enhanced night operations with improved illumination
  • Reduced maintenance workload by 40%
  • Achieved 100% compliance with USAF facility standards

Achievement

Phase Achievements

Phase Key Achievement
Assessment Full facility survey
Electrical Zero service interruptions
Painting Weather-resistant finish
Testing All systems operational

Information About the Project

Location Cairo East Air Mobility
Command, Egypt
End-User Air Mobility Command
Award Date September 2017
Contract W912ER17P0037