The Challenge:

Installation of a new Hi Art TomoTherapy Linear Accelerator within an existing vault at The National Cancer Institute. The existing two adjacent linear accelerator vaults and cancer center were to remain operational during construction and the project schedule had to be completed in less than six months.

AE Design Solution:

Our extensive knowledge of the linear accelerator system that was being removed and the new Hi Art TomoTherapy linear accelerator allowed AE Design to incorporate certain existing elements of the vault into the final design of the new TomoTherapy suite. Underground electrical conduits, junction boxes and shielding structures were modified and adapted to the TomoTherapy system. Construction work was phased with demolition activities starting while design reviews with the NIH staff were taking place. Work was performed with minimal impact, allowing the National Cancer Institute to continue treating patients. The entire project, from design through construction was completed ahead of schedule in four months.