The BGS team was contacted by Dame Allan’s Schools to conduct a general survey on their existing roller shutters, which were outdated and in poor condition. Dame Allan’s Schools is a collection of private day schools located in Fenham, in the west end of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Job Brief: Upgrading Fire Shutter Doors in Newcastle
The client asked us to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the condition and functionality of the roller shutter doors at their premises. They wanted us to establish if the doors were compliant with current fire safety standards. Fire-rated doors play a vital role in schools, safeguarding students, staff, and visitors by maintaining compartmentalisation, preventing the rapid spread of flames. During the assessment, the engineers quickly discovered that the existing roller shutter doors did not offer adequate fire protection. Upgrading or modifying the existing doors was not an option. We recommended replacing the existing doors with high-performance fire-rated roller shutter doors in Newcastle.
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The Challenge
The main challenge was the deadline; the entire project needed to be completed before the beginning of the new academic term. Although the existing fire shutters were repairable, they were not fire-rated, which left the team no choice but to replace them. This presented the engineers with another challenge, supplying and installing custom-built fire-rated roller shutter doors without making any considerable structural modifications to the building or door opening. Phil and Darren, along with their apprentice Max, were professional throughout: without their hard work and dedication, meeting the strict deadline would have been almost impossible.
The Solution
We recommended replacing the outdated non-compliant shutters with fire-rated roller shutter doors. The engineers took precise measurements to ensure the new doors would fit without the need for structural modifications. We worked closely with the fabricators to make sure the supplied fire shutters met the required safety standards. Once the new shutters were delivered, the team prepared the site and installed the new doors, ensuring a perfect fit and secure placement. After completing all necessary tests and adjustments, the engineers carried out a detailed handover with a full demonstration of the door’s operation.
