Microsoft OMC Building Water Storage Upgrade
As part of an expansion at the Microsoft OMC Building in Dublin, Tricel was selected to increase the site’s water-storage capacity for an office environment with more than 700 workstations. The project involved dismantling the existing tank and installing three new sectional GRP water tanks within a compressed programme.
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Client
Microsoft OMC Building, via site contractor
Location
Leopardstown, Dublin
Tricel’s role
Tank supplier and installer
Solution
Three sectional GRP water tanks
Installation
20–23 April 2026
Status
Completed & fully operational
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The Project
Expanding Water Storage for a Growing Commercial Facility
The Microsoft OMC Building is a large-scale commercial office development designed to support more than 700 workstations. As part of the site’s expansion, the building’s water-storage infrastructure had to be upgraded to meet increasing demand and keep supply reliable across the facility.
The existing tank was no longer sufficient for the expanded facility. The upgrade needed to increase storage capacity so that a high-occupancy office environment could continue to operate without interruption.
Tricel Water was appointed through the site contractor as tank supplier and installer. The work covered dismantling the existing system, installing three new sectional GRP water tanks and reconfiguring the arrangement to increase overall storage capacity, all within a compressed programme.
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The Challenge
High Demand, Tight Programme
Capacity Limitations
The existing tank could not meet the expanded facility’s requirements, so the new arrangement had to increase overall storage capacity.
Time Pressure
The client required the installation to be completed ahead of the original schedule.
Scheduling Complexity
The installation had to be brought forward while Tricel’s installation crews were already fully booked.
Strict Site Protocols
The installation had to be brought forward while Tricel’s installation crews were already fully booked.
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The Solution
Three New Sectional GRP Water Tanks
Tricel’s delivery approach addressed both the technical and the logistical challenges of the project. The work was carried out in three stages:
01
Dismantle
The existing tank was safely dismantled before installation began.
02
Install
Three new sectional GRP tanks were installed to increase overall capacity.
03
Reconfigure
The storage arrangement was reconfigured to increase water-storage capacity.
Scope of work
- Dismantling of the existing water tank
- Installation of three sectional GRP water tanks
- Reconfiguration to increase water-storage capacity
- Delivery of the accelerated installation programme
To meet the client’s urgent requirements, the installation schedule was brought forward by approximately two weeks. Close coordination between Tricel’s office team and installation crew kept disruption to a minimum, and the dismantling and installation were completed over four days, from 20 to 23 April 2026.
About Tricel Sectional GRP Tanks
General product information from Tricel’s sectional tank range. It does not describe the specification of the tanks installed on this project.
- Manufactured in-house by Tricel from GRP, using hot compression moulding
- Designed and manufactured to each site’s requirements, including rectangular, square and L-shaped layouts
- Assembled on site by fully trained personnel; internally flanged designs suit restricted areas
- Available for potable and non-potable cold water storage, with insulation, covers and internal partitions on request
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The Results
Delivered in Four Days
3
4 days
~2 weeks
700+
Increased Capacity
The upgraded system now supports high-demand office use, with three sectional GRP tanks in place of the previous tank.
On-Programme Delivery
Dismantling and installation were completed within a tight four-day window, after the programme had been brought forward by about two weeks.
Minimal Disruption
The new tanks were integrated into the existing infrastructure through close coordination between the office team and installation crew.
Client Satisfaction
Positive feedback was received immediately after completion, including a written testimonial on the site team’s work.
Client Testimonial
Ross and Adam were a credit to the company throughout this project.
Representative, Microsoft OMC Project, Dublin
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“Ross and Adam were a credit to the company throughout this project. Over four days in Leopardstown, they efficiently dismantled the existing tank and installed three new tanks to an exceptional standard. Their professionalism, positive attitude, and willingness to go above and beyond made a real difference. In an industry where skilled personnel are hard to find, they truly stand out.”
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Project Outcome
A Water-Storage Upgrade Delivered on Schedule
Despite the compressed timeline and site constraints, the installation was completed over four days with no issues reported on site. The Microsoft OMC Building now has increased water-storage capacity to support its high-occupancy office environment, and the system is fully operational.
The project shows how Tricel combines flexible scheduling, technical knowledge and close coordination between office and site teams to deliver an infrastructure upgrade for a major commercial facility under strict conditions and tight deadlines.
For more on how Tricel sectional tanks are delivered and assembled, see sectional tank installation.
Need a Commercial Water Storage Solution?
Whether you are upgrading an existing system or planning new water-storage infrastructure, Tricel can help assess your project requirements and identify an appropriate solution.
Call +353 (0)64 668 8040 or email watersales@tricel.ie
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