Following pipe bursts and technical faults, the healthcare facility in Soroksár is set to undergo mechanical refurbishment

A major mechanical engineering refurbishment is set to begin at the Dr. Ödön Nádor Healthcare Institution, commissioned by the local council of Soroksár in Budapest’s 23rd district. The contract for the project, worth nearly 296 million forints, was awarded to ÉPÍTŐLINE Építőipari Kft. based on the details in the public procurement notice.

The aim of the project is to modernise the institution’s ageing mechanical systems, which are becoming increasingly prone to failure, whilst ensuring that the clinics continue to operate without interruption.

The renovation has become urgent

Located on Táncsics Mihály Street in Budapest’s 23rd district, this healthcare facility has been in operation for nearly fifty years, and its mechanical systems are now significantly worn out. According to the documentation, the building is experiencing serious operational problems, making a comprehensive modernisation unavoidable.

A key objective of the project

• repairing burst pipes and unblocking drains,
• the design of scale-free pipes,
• ensuring a constant water pressure,
• ensuring a reliable supply of hot water,
• as well as ensuring a supply of safe, infection-free drinking water.

Surgeries will continue to operate on a scheduled basis

One of the biggest challenges of the project is that the healthcare facility must remain operational throughout the renovation. For this reason, the work will be carried out in phases according to a set schedule.

The development primarily concerns the building’s water and sewage networks, but work carried out in the service ducts will also require modifications to several related systems. Consequently, certain components of the ventilation, electrical and heating systems will also be upgraded.

Among other things, the following will be replaced during the renovation

• the pipework in the toilets and shower rooms,
• the mechanical systems in the changing rooms,
• the service cables for the surgeries,
• as well as the branch and service cables.

According to the institution’s Facebook page, the works will take place in four phases, each lasting 5–6 weeks. Demolition work for Phase I is scheduled to begin on 15 May 2026.

Significant demolition and construction work is also required

The mechanical modernisation involves extensive demolition and restoration work. As part of the project

• They are removing concrete and plasterboard false ceilings over an area of more than 90 square metres,
• They are removing the existing flooring over an area of nearly 70 square metres,
• New cassette-style suspended ceilings are being installed,
• and carry out extensive surface preparation and restoration work.

As part of the mechanical engineering works, several hundred metres of new pipework will be installed, including drinking water and heating systems.