Cooling Tower Civil Basin Construction

At Geemeg Engineering, constructing the civil basin for a cooling tower is a cornerstone project that demands precision, durability, and advanced planning. Our process begins with a comprehensive geotechnical survey to determine the optimal foundation—every detail, from soil stability to water table levels, is carefully assessed to guarantee the long-term strength of the basin.

Once the ground is prepared, our team lays out the reinforced concrete foundation, crafting a base slab robust enough to support the immense weight of circulating water and tower structure. The concrete is poured in strict accordance with design specifications, ensuring the appropriate thickness, reinforcement detailing, and surface evenness. Expansion and construction joints are precisely integrated to manage structural movement and prevent leaks, while subsurface stabilization techniques are applied as needed to avert settling or void formation beneath the slab.

With the base in place, we construct the basin walls, segmenting the structure if required to allow for concurrent operation and maintenance. Internal ducting and partitioning are added according to hydraulic design, ensuring water moves efficiently through the system. Every corner, seam, and edge undergoes waterproofing and quality inspection, and drainage points are integrated for maintenance and water management.

After curing, the basin is subjected to rigorous testing, including hydrostatic water fill tests, to confirm integrity and performance. Throughout every stage, our engineering team adheres to the highest safety standards, meticulously documenting the build and ensuring all civil elements will withstand operational and environmental stresses.

For Geemeg Engineering, each cooling tower basin stands as a testament to our commitment to excellence—delivered on schedule, ready for decades of reliable service in industrial cooling systems.

Client

Greenhills

Location

Benin, Nigeria

Category

Construction & Engineering

Year Completed

2025