Renault F1 CFD Centre – Precast Arch System

Case Study: Renault F1 Precast Arch System – CFD Centre

Client

Renault Formula 1 Team, Oxfordshire

The Renault F1 CFD Centre is a state-of-the-art underground facility dedicated to aerodynamic research for Formula 1. Designed for minimal landscape impact, this unique centre houses a high-tech design hub, auditorium, and extensive server room for computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis. The project’s goal was to deliver a world-class, discreet research space that blends seamlessly into the Oxfordshire countryside.

Units Supplied

✅ Design, manufacture, and installation of ABM’s 64/225 Precast Arch System
✅ 24 three-part arch sections, each 2.5m long, creating a 60m long, 16.3m span, 6.5m high structure
✅ Bespoke precast units engineered for strength, rapid assembly, and architectural excellence

Client Challenge

Renault F1 required a secure, high-performance underground workspace to support their advanced research and technical operations. The structure needed to offer durability, accommodate specialist facilities, and preserve the natural landscape, all with a rapid construction programme and minimal site disruption.

Our Solution

ABM Precast Solutions worked closely with the Renault F1 team to design, manufacture, and install a custom precast arch system. Offsite production ensured exceptional quality and precision, while modular three-part sections allowed for fast, efficient assembly onsite. The system delivered the clear internal spans and headroom needed for the centre’s specialist uses.

The Results

The completed CFD Centre provides Renault F1 with a resilient, innovative, and visually discreet facility for cutting-edge research. The Renault F1 Precast Arch System achieved both the technical and architectural goals, enabling rapid project delivery and minimal environmental impact.

Key Takeaways

✅ The Renault F1 Precast Arch System showcases the versatility and performance of bespoke precast solutions for underground and specialist projects
✅ Offsite design and manufacture streamline construction, improve quality, and reduce disruption
✅ End-to-end project support ensures seamless delivery for demanding, high-profile client