North Stand Construction Discussion

HelloCity said:
It’s below the roof still just as it is with the South Stand.

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It would be interesting though if the CB and ES roofs can be supported on their own without the need for the loop now that the old roof loads of the NS and SS are not required to be supported.
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I've seen that before, but it doesn't appear on other drawings or images so wasnt sure if it was just the way it is combined etc. Particularly as the cables to it look like they are the old ones which are presumably being removed.

Guess it will become apparent as it goes in a few months when we get to that stage. I'm open to both.
 
I doubt they will cut the CableNet its a pre-tensioned ring and has to remain in place to support the roof, as said above it wont be removed without changes to the existing roof system Here is a extract from the design study document
Roof structure
Concept and structural systems A central feature of The City of Manchester Stadium is its distinctive and dynamic form, key to which is the structural solution for supporting the roof. The roof structure essentially comprises two separate structural systems, the first providing primary structural support to the whole roof (the ‘cable-net’),and the secondary being a more conventional arrangement of rafters propped from the rear of the concrete bowl and hung towards their leading edges from the cable-net. The mast and cable-net roof primary structure uses a ‘grounded tension ring’ to create a prestress field against uplift wind loads. 12 cigar-shaped tubular steel masts up to 65m high support a total of 76 spiral strand forestay cables in fan-shaped groups of five or seven cables per mast. Each forestay supports an individual rafter. Just above the roof surface, all the forestay ends are connected by a system of four spiral strand cables that form the ‘grounded tension ring’ (also referred to as the ‘catenary’). Prestress to the catenary and cable-net is provided by four corner-ties anchored to the ground. The top of each column is tied back to the ground by pairs of back-stays comprising groups of Macalloy high tensile steel rods. This mast and cable-net system not only provides a highly efficient structure but also is central to the drama of the building’s architecture

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My guess is the new supports are in place before the old ones being built around are removed this being a job for the close season with props in place Im sure the roof was designed to accommodate a level of damage to one of the supports in any case
These are the replacements 1713452004955.png no other changes to the cablenet it stays in place and will run below the new roofline like the south stand
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HelloCity said:
It’s below the roof still just as it is with the South Stand.

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It would be interesting though if the CB and ES roofs can be supported on their own without the need for the loop now that the old roof loads of the NS and SS are not required to be supported.
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I think you are right, and I do a u-turn.

There it is on one of the fancier sections, below as you point out. Looks like they flipped it and the cable that is now at the top will be the bottom with the new one above it.

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Back full circle to tailspin's comment, it will be interesting to see how they anchor and transfer it. Probably where he previously pointed out in one of the visuals.
 
Coatigan said:
I think you are right, and I do a u-turn.

There it is on one of the fancier sections, below as you point out. Looks like they flipped it and the cable that is now at the top will be the bottom with the new one above it.

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Back full circle to tailspin's comment, it will be interesting to see how they anchor and transfer it. Probably where he previously pointed out in one of the visuals.
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Looks like this cable from the new support is at least partially supporting it.

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Discussion on transport is important but I follow this thread for design drawings, photos of construction progress, and the drone footage. Keep 'em coming...
 
Are they actually removing the supports?


Do they not just stay in situ and the cables come out from either side of the skybar seating?
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Coatigan said:
You are right, in the sense that the inner side of the tower is where this will connect to. Added the same as above to this section.

Although to stress for clarity. The two are not on the same plane. The skybar bit is inbetween the towers being built.

The purple and blue are for a sense of location, not all of it will physically be there, other than at the edges on either side of the overhang.

More for the benefit of everyone than to your post as such, and more for a sense of location relative to what is on site now than anything else.

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Superb rendering
 
Coatigan said:
Totally valid, and actually prompted to add that photo below. But I think the exact same applies regardless.



I wasn't being flippant with my 'why not' btw. I will expand on that.

It wouldn't have originally been built in one piece, that wouldn't be possible. It would have been built in sections/segments. As such, then surely it can be repaired in sections, replaced in sections, or dismantled in sections. And if that's the case then those sections/segments can also be replaced with other sections of a different design or configuration, IF, they perform the same role.

I am assuming by the cable net, you guys mean the red and blue highlighted in image 1 below. Deliberately used two colours to show the north and stand segments of that, and where the break is, and it is a pretty clean one.

Then the same image with the proposals crudely overlaid. To me, it looks like the existing north stand portion of that is being replaced by the new roof higher up, and the rest of the east and west stopped at the vertical junction to it. It is how they restrain those ends that it could hinge on. But I don't see the cable net continuing, I see it interrupted and replaced for that portion of the stand. It doesn't seem to appear below the roof either. There is a clean break betwen GL N4 to N17, imo. Could be wrong.

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And an old image ofnthe cable net pre stand as mentioned by you and Phil


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Hope that’s not our new stand. Will be proper gutted.:-)
 
Be warned! The MUEN website is fucking Shite. It’s slow, full of adds and pop ups.

Click on the link for the rest of the article, which isn’t much more really.

Manchester City are making progress on their Etihad Stadium North Stand expansion, which is set to open at the start of the 2025/26 seaso

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Manchester City have hailed the landmark installation of the first steel beams at the Etihad Stadium as their North Stand expansion work picks up pace.

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Managing Director - Manchester City Operations - Danny Wilson said: “It’s been an exciting few months with the arrival and installation of the first steels and fantastic to see the development and progress of the build in recent weeks.

“This project has been designed with our fans at its heart and demonstrates our commitment to create one of the most memorable fan experiences in world sport. Fans will have the opportunity to extend their match-day by joining us at the new covered fan-zone, visiting the museum, or staying at the hotel.

www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Man City North Stand latest as progress update offered and landmark reached

Manchester City are making progress on their Etihad Stadium North Stand expansion, which is set to open at the start of the 2025/26 season.
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
 
jrb said:
Probably been posted, as I’ve recently go in I haven’t seen it yet. Just incase anyone else hasn’t seen it. Includes a video featuring Danny Wilson.

www.mancity.com

Manchester City marks key phase for Etihad Stadium expansion and entertainment destination

Manchester City has marked an important phase in the development of the Etihad Stadium expansion with the arrival and installation of the first steels in recent weeks.
www.mancity.com www.mancity.com
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So we are building it on a wing and a Mary's prayer?
 
Call me a cynic. Call me what you want.

I did notice this.

The new commercial offering of the expanded North stand.

‘Fans will have the opportunity to extend their match-day by joining us at the new covered fan-zone, visiting the museum, or staying at the hotel’.

No mention of a proper home end for City fans that will generate a better atmosphere.
 
jrb said:
Be warned! The MUEN website is fucking Shite. It’s slow, full of adds and pop ups.

Click on the link for the rest of the article, which isn’t much more really.

Manchester City are making progress on their Etihad Stadium North Stand expansion, which is set to open at the start of the 2025/26 seaso

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Manchester City have hailed the landmark installation of the first steel beams at the Etihad Stadium as their North Stand expansion work picks up pace.

58-E1-D3-E2-132-B-4983-978-E-C3-D6-F435-BAB0.webp


Managing Director - Manchester City Operations - Danny Wilson said: “It’s been an exciting few months with the arrival and installation of the first steels and fantastic to see the development and progress of the build in recent weeks.

“This project has been designed with our fans at its heart and demonstrates our commitment to create one of the most memorable fan experiences in world sport. Fans will have the opportunity to extend their match-day by joining us at the new covered fan-zone, visiting the museum, or staying at the hotel.

www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Man City North Stand latest as progress update offered and landmark reached

Manchester City are making progress on their Etihad Stadium North Stand expansion, which is set to open at the start of the 2025/26 season.
www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
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Jesus, how many advertisments does M.E.N need?
Makes it hard to read - you end up pressing on one of the many many adverts and diverting off the page.
Thanks for your post though - very interesting
 
jrb said:
Call me a cynic. Call me what you want.

I did notice this.

The new commercial offering of the expanded North stand.

‘Fans will have the opportunity to extend their match-day by joining us at the new covered fan-zone, visiting the museum, or staying at the hotel’.

No mention of a proper home end for City fans that will generate a better atmosphere.
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You answered it in your own post, new COMMERCIAL offering, which means the outside use of the new development, not the inside.
 
Rammy Blue said:
You answered it in your own post, new COMMERCIAL offering, which means the outside use of the new development, not the inside.
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It’s not just about the commercial offering highlighted in the article. First and foremost from the feedback from various fan consultations, the fans wanted a proper and vocal home end. We’re still waiting to hear something about that from the club. That wasn’t mentioned in the video or in the article. However, I’m sure some of our fans who haven’t followed the North stand redevelopment and subsequent discussions about it are happy to read about the fanzone, the museum and, especially the hotel, which most of us already know about. Maybe the next article will focus on the North stand itself and what the plans are for that now the commercial elements of the North stand redevelopment have been highlighted in this article?
 
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