Singles & Doubles Get Together At Bath Uni

Doors at Bath University

Fentrade has recently manufactured 13 sets of single and double entrance doors for the refurbishment of the University of Bath’s main campus

The job was completed for main contractor Bray & Slaughter. The window contractor was EWS Facade.

 

 “We were delighted to be asked to manufacture the doors for this high-profile project and it was great to work with EWS Facade to deliver a high-quality result.”

– Chris Reeks 

Fentrade, Managing Director

 

Prompt service

Stuart Davis, MD at EWS Facade, says: “We worked closely with Chris and the Fentrade team from initial quotation through to delivery on site. Fentrade provided a very professional and prompt service throughout which is important on these types of projects.”

 

Glazing

Kestrel Aluminium’s thermal ground floor treatment was specified for the project. The contractor says that this system offers a secure and cost-effective glazing solution for low rise commercial projects. To allow high light transmittance but reduce heat transfer, SKN176, a specialist neutral coloured solar control glass, was specified.

 

Security

The doors incorporated a variety of locking systems, including electric strikes latches for automatic gearing, standard hook locks and concealed emergency panic bar systems on emergency exits. To maintain the building’s aesthetics, a RAL9005 matt finish profile and several different handle shapes were specified to complement the existing fenestration.

 

Covid-safe

The project was carried out during the summer of 2020, so stringent Covid-19 protocols needed to be followed to protect the health and safety of workers. The project was delivered in a number of stages in line with the requirements of the contractors and installers Social distancing and enhanced safety measures were in place for deliveries and site visits.

Reeks says: “Protecting our workforce is our number one priority so we worked closely with all contractors involved to ensure safety measures were followed throughout.”

 

Open & Closed

The project was completed in time for the start of the 2020/21 academic year and the University of Bath now has a main campus building with improved aesthetics as well as enhanced thermal efficiency. Reeks says: “Intelligently designed projects such as this one deliver huge benefits for end users. We are delighted with the results.”

Picture: Bath University's doors

www.fentradealuminium.co.uk

Article written by Cathryn Ellis
18th December 2020

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