RAISING STANDARDS AT ENDEAVOUR HOUSE
LIFTS, STAIRS & BALUSTRADES
STANNAH DELIVERS FULL LIFT REPLACEMENT FOR CONTEMPORARY PUBLIC SECTOR BUILDING
Endeavour House, in Ipswich, Suffolk, has undergone a significant lift replacement, with the installation of five Stannah lifts designed to improve performance, reliability and overall user experience.
Following a competitive tender process, Stannah Lifts was awarded the contract to deliver the lift replacement project at Endeavour House on behalf of Suffolk County Council, working with Concertus, Design and Property Consultants, and main contractor Dalkia.
The challenge
A key challenge was carrying out a complete turnkey solution in a live environment. The project was delivered in a phased approach, ensuring that at least two lifts remained operational at all times to maintain step-free access.
The project included the complete removal of five existing lifts and preparation of the lift shafts. Each lift shaft was thoroughly cleaned and prepared before installing four passenger lifts and one firefighting lift.
The solution
Stannah designed two sets of bespoke duplex lift systems, consisting of four passenger MRL( Motor Room Less) traction lifts. The MRL lifts are equipped with gearless variable voltage drives, which offer smooth and energy-efficient operation and provide reliable performance over time.
These passenger lifts carry up to 13 people and operate at a speed of 1.6m / s to significantly improve passenger flow and reduce waiting times. The duplex design was chosen to enhance service reliability, allowing for one lift to remain operational if the other undergoes maintenance.
The lift car finishes and wide vision panels were carefully chosen to complement the modern interior design. The incorporation of panoramic glazed panels creates a more open and spacious environment for passengers, allowing natural light to flow through the space while seamlessly integrating with the building’ s glazed aesthetic.
In addition to the passenger lifts, a bespoke simplex firefighting lift in brushed stainless steel was installed to meet stringent safety requirements, while maintaining
ease of use for emergency services. The new firefighting lift complies with EN 81-72 standards, which ensures safe firefighting features for enhanced occupant safety.
James Gregory, Main Contractor at Dalkia UK, said:“ Working in a live environment necessitates strong coordination from all on-site teams to deliver this project successfully and smoothly. Stannah were very cooperative and worked closely with our onsite teams to create the best practical solution, whilst also delivering bespoke lift solutions that blend harmoniously with the building’ s aesthetics.”
Gavin Satchell, Project Manager at Stannah, adds:“ The combination of the passenger and firefighting lifts provides a practical solution for Suffolk County Council. Working together, the lifts transform the building into a safe, desirable space with step-free access to all floors. We are currently working with Suffolk County Council on a 12-month maintenance plan, ensuring the lifts continue to perform reliably.”
All passenger lifts are designed in compliance with EN81:20 standards and incorporate a CTV mechanical package. Lifts at Endeavour House were handed over with‘ open protocol’, which gives Suffolk County Council complete freedom to choose any maintenance provider for easy part replacement.
Find out more about Stannah Lifts maintenance and repair services at https:// www. stannahlifts. co. uk
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