Orwell Logistics Park

Brandsafe provides a strong foundation of impact protection for Phase 2 of Orwell Logistics Park

Developer: Equation Properties

Architect: UMC Architects

Main Contractor: TSL Ltd

Orwell Logistics Park is strategically positioned on the A14, between Ipswich and the Port of Felixstowe. This site has been developed by Equation Properties and offers more than 1,000,000 sq. ft. of warehousing space across the 60 acre site, with individual units of up to 500,000 sq. ft. available.

Phase 2 of this development saw Brandsafe appointed by Main Contractor, TSL Ltd, to provide a range of impact protection systems and cycle storage solutions for Units 4 and 6. As part of this project, Brandsafe delivered a number of external and internal safety solutions.

Safety (Bollards) First

The Brandsafe range of Safety Bollards has been designed to cater for all possible applications. Here on this project, our Heavy Duty Potted Bollards and ImpactSAFE Bollards were specified for strategic impact protection.

These bollards, as well as our Safety Barriers, safeguard people and property against avoidable accidents, making sure that everyone gets to go home safely at the end of the day. They also protect the developer’s and building occupier’s investment by preventing HGV and other vehicle damage to the building, as well as other valuable assets.

Externally, over 35 Potted Bollards were cast into the ground to provide high level protection in busy yard areas, as well as around potentially vulnerable staircases and doorways. As specified by UMC Architects, these bollards are 219mm in diameter with a galvanised steel core for robust impact resistance.

For the internal doors, ImpactSAFE Bollards were deployed to protect people and the building itself from potential MHE impacts. These bolt-down bollards also provide additional floor surface protection with their built-in shock absorbing rubber buffers. On both bollard systems, the polymer covers are highly visible and low maintenance.

Ramping Up Protection

Access ramps can be high risk areas on sites such as these, which is why we always take the required precautions to ensure adequate protection. In this case, over 250 linear metres of Armco 760 Safety Barriers were installed by Brandsafe in conjunction with Pedestrian Handrail (HR50). Brandsafe’s Pedestrian Handrail system has a unique polymer sleeving, with its ergonomic design ensuring both comfort and pedestrian safety in all weather conditions.

We fitted these Armco Barriers with Armco Safety Ends and Armco Post Caps to ensure that the personnel using this site are protected from any sharp edges, as well as providing an extra level of visibility for vehicle operators.

We also made use of our Armco Safety Corners to create custom barriers around external plant requiring impact protection. These versatile polymer accessories allow us to easily configure bespoke layouts where other barrier systems might struggle.

The Finishing Touches

With the base layer of impact protection now in place, there were a few additional items that needed to be installed in order to prepare for handover. Potted Lamp Post Protectors were cast in to the car park and HGV yard areas to protect these posts from any accidental vehicle impacts.

Outside the main pedestrian building entrances, pairs of Glass Barriers were installed to safely guide foot traffic in and out of the building, while also adding an aesthetically pleasing touch to the entranceway.

Finally, 15 Cycle Shelters were installed across this site, providing useful infrastructure for the building occupiers and its employees. Both single and multi-tier shelters were included as part of this fit-out package, as Brandsafe provided these cycle storage solutions to maximise the available space.

George Howe, Head of Commercial Sales at Brandsafe, had this to say:

“We’re delighted to have completed another successful project with TSL Ltd and UMC Architects for Equation Properties. Brandsafe’s impact protection fit-out for Phase 2 of Orwell Logistics Park is another example of how our product range can be quickly and easily installed and adapted to meet the requirements of any site.

Of course, none of this would be possible without the dedication of our on-site Project Delivery Teams who, with their extensive knowledge and high level of workmanship, continue to make a real impact. Thanks for keeping everything on track and consistently delivering to a high standard for our clients.”

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