University Children's Hospital Zurich
The Zurich Children's Hospital is an essential part of the healthcare system in the city and canton of Zurich. The previous children's hospital had long outgrown its capacity and had to rely on temporary facilities. The Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron convinced with their proposal for the construction of a child-friendly hospital. A central aspect of the new building was the optimal use of space. Capacity bottlenecks in the employee locker rooms due to staff growth called for a space-saving and user-friendly locker solution.
What challenges did the University Children's Hospital Zurich face?
The previous children's hospital had long outgrown its capacity and was forced to rely on temporary facilities. For the new hospital building designed by renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron, optimal space utilization was a central priority. Continuous staff growth created severe capacity bottlenecks in the employee locker rooms. The limited floor area required a highly space-efficient and user-friendly solution to cover the increasing demand for changing stations.
Why did they choose Zippsafe?
Zippsafe provided the perfect blend of maximum space saving and smart digital management. The hospital opted for the digital setup powered by the ZippManager software: employees operate the 1,155 locker bags seamlessly using their RFID ID badges. Through the central ZippManager interface, administrators gain real-time visibility into system occupancy and can assign locker bags dynamically with minimal administrative effort.
What makes the Zippsafe installation perfect for this customer?
This project represents a true flagship reference within an iconic new building by Herzog & de Meuron. By installing 77 ZippSpace Pro L systems, Zippsafe created 1,155 new changing spaces within a highly condensed footprint.
The installation features a hybrid concept, seamlessly combining Zippsafe systems with small valuables lockers and traditional storage. Despite complex site logistics on one of Zurich’s largest construction projects, tight coordination with project managers ensured on-schedule installation and commissioning.