Nick Smith Centre Arena June Update

Glenn Arthur Arena: The concrete apron (perimeter of the rink) and the rink slab is currently being rebuilt. A two inch layer of sand has been rolled over a layer of compacted granular material and heat pipes have been placed as well as pressure tested. These heat lines ensure that frost does not penetrate into ground below the rink slab so that the possibility of the rink slab heaving over time is mitigated. These heat lines will be covered with twelve inches of sand then insulation commences before refrigeration piping and reinforcing steel.

Bert Hall Arena: Part of the concrete apron has been poured and formwork has commenced for the remainder. Footings and foundation walls have been poured for the mezzanine structure. Block walls and structural steel will start in this area shortly. Once materials for the mezzanine are in place reconstruction of the rink slab can commence.