FIRE SAFETY & SECURITY
DAMEX FR AT STOPFORD PARK, STOCKPORT
SMARTER FIRE PROTECTION STARTS HERE
Stopford Park is a landmark residential-led development located on Greek Street and Wellington Road in Stockport. Comprising 442 apartments, the scheme is designed to create a new neighbourhood community with a landscaped public realm in the heart of the town.
The development spans three principal residential buildings, alongside the sensitive redevelopment of the Grade II listed Greek Street Building, formerly the Metropolitan Girls’ School. This historic structure is being transformed into a collaborative co working space for local businesses, named Cheers & Smith, in recognition of the original architects.
The Bosden Building, the first phase to be delivered on the site, will provide 62 homes for sale and is where Damex FR has been successfully installed.
Key Project Participants
• Product Supplier: Euro Accessories Ltd
• Product: Damex FR – A2 Flexible, Non Combustible DPC and Cavity Tray System
• Contractor: Oak Construction Projects
• Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
The Challenge As a modern residential development, Stopford Park required materials that met stringent fire performance, durability, and regulatory compliance standards, while also supporting efficient construction programmes and cost control.
The original specification presented both cost and performance considerations, prompting Oak Construction Projects to explore alternative solutions that could deliver compliance, confidence, and commercial advantage.
The Solution: Damex FR
Euro Accessories Ltd supplied Damex FR, an A2 rated Flexible, Non combustible DPC and Cavity Tray system. While Damex FR is relatively new to the UK market, they are supported by a team with extensive industry experience, with a product that has been engineered to address modern construction challenges.
Following a series of technical queries raised by the project architect, Damex FR worked closely with Oak Construction Projects to provide clarity on performance, certification, and compliance. Once these queries were addressed, Oak felt confident in switching the specification to Damex FR.
Key Product Features & Benefits
• Design Versatility: Fully reversible design allows installation on either face, with superior cold weather workability for year round use.
• A2 Fire Classification: Achieves A2 s1, d0 to EN 13501 1:2018, supporting compliance with stringent fire safety requirements.
• Kiwa BDA Certified: Independently audited and verified, providing assurance to designers, contractors, and building control.
• Enhanced Impact Resistance: Higher impact resistance when compared to the competition on a like for like basis.
• 25 % More Per Roll: Longer rolls reduce installation time and material changeovers on site.
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