CONTRACT NEWS
CONTRACT NEWS
CREATIVE COLAB
Cooper Weston has recently worked alongside design company Stoica on a total office refurbishment for Forever Beta in Shoreditch , London , resulting in a striking working environment for both the full-time creative agency occupying the space and additional hotdesk coworkers in the heart of the city .
The 12-week project reimagined the 7,000ft 2 old printworks into a versatile and contemporary space . Cooper Weston and its team of fully trained NICEIC contractors installed all new containment , steel conduit and perimeter trunking throughout . The team had to ensure they had a clear understanding of the office requirements and needs of the company as it launched in new premises .
For safety and to achieve the best results , the team installed both new power and data circuits throughout the entire office as well as running and splicing a new fibre line into the building . A new comms cabinet was supplied , installed and integrated into the design to allow both easy access and an aesthetically pleasing system for ongoing maintenance .
Working to a tight deadline , Cooper Weston crafted multiple parts of the warehouse style office to have clearly defined purposes ; creating variety for staff and different spaces ideal for the various and often complex needs of working life .
For further information visit : www . cooperweston . co . uk
SOLAR SAVINGS
Belfast International Airport and Lightsource Renewable Energy are flying high as they reap the benefits of the airport ’ s switch to renewable power . Belfast International Airport has just announced savings of over £ 100,000 for the first 10 months of operation of its dedicated solar plant at Crookedstone Road . The savings are making a major impact on the airport ’ s cost base , and will grow further as we move into the most productive months of the year .
Crookedstone Solar Farm cost in the region of £ 5m to build , with significant local input in the construction of the project . The project was delivered with no disruption to operations at the airport . The entire project was funded , installed and operated by Lightsource , with Belfast International Airport buying the clean electricity produced by the solar farm through a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement ( PPA ).
In addition , it is estimated that the energy from the new solar farm has saved 2,100 tonnes of carbon emissions each year – equivalent to taking 469 cars off the road . Crookedstone Road is already serving as a prime example what can be achieved by switching to solar .
For further information visit : www . lightsource-re . co . uk
LUCECO LIGHTS THE WAY FOR THE PIONEERS OF THE FUTURE
Luceco has recently supplied a complete lighting solution to Scarborough University Technical College , helping its students gain the skills and qualifications they need to succeed in engineering design .
LED Circular and 600x600 square LuxPanels were installed throughout the building serving various classroom applications . LuxPanel requires no maintenance over its lifetime with over 50,000 hours of operational life as does the IP65 Climate LED luminaire used in workshops , plantrooms , and storage areas . Linear Academy luminaires were installed in circulation open learning areas and dining rooms .
Versatile IP65 rated LED Atlas luminaires were used on stairwells and Titan hibays installed in lobby areas . The high bay is available in 110W and 200W options offering high efficacy providing instant light unlike traditional HID fittings , also with over 50,000 hours of maintenance free operation .
For further information visit : www . luceco . com
Library image courtesy of Vestas Wind Systems A / S
A BROTHERLY BUILD
A 13.2MW wind farm in Cumbria is one step closer to completion following the appointment of Elland based power engineer Smith Brothers .
The high voltage electrical expert has been awarded the design and build contract for Hallburn Wind Farm – a prestigious project developed and being constructed by REG Power Management .
The company is in the process of constructing a six-turbine wind farm on the former RAF Longtown base on the outskirts of Carlisle . And once Smith Brothers ’ work is done , it is expected to be energised and exporting to Electricity North West ’ s network by the close of 2017 .
Acting as the Independent Connections Provider ( ICP ) for the contract , Smith Brothers is now responsible for the diversion and underground cabling of 1.5km of overhead lines running across the site . In addition to the contestable works package , Smith Brothers will also fit out the adoptable ENW substation and supply the 33kV switchboard and control equipment .
A turnkey Balance of Plant ( BOP ) contract will run concurrently . This seven-month phase of works will include the design , supply , installation , testing , commissioning and energisation of a customer main substation , comprising of a four-panel main 33kV switchboard . Smith Brothers will additionally design and install a full site earthing system and comprehensive cabling package .
For further information visit : www . smithbrothersltd . co . uk
SAFE AS HOUSES
Aico ’ s premium Ei2110e multi-sensor fire alarm is being specified for all 10,000 Coast and Country Housing properties to provide the best fire response for tenants .
Aico ’ s mains powered multi-sensor fire alarm Ei2110e contains two sensor types , optical and heat , to constantly monitor smoke and heat levels through its intelligent detection software . This sensor information alters the alarm ’ s sensitivity and trigger points , automatically providing the best response to all fire types and reduces potential false alarms .
AudioLink data extraction technology is incorporated into the Ei2110e , which enables real time data to be extracted from each alarm using a smartphone or tablet and a free App to create an Alarm Status Report .
In addition , the Ei2110e also comes with RadioLink + wireless interconnection technology , which provides whole systems data extraction and monitoring . Information on the number of devices in a property , their serial numbers , types of alarms , location of alarms can all be easily accessed and in some cases remotely .
Coast and Country Housing will be installing two Ei2110e alarms per property , located in the circulation areas upstairs and downstairs , interlinked together for maximum audibility , in line with best practice and British Standards .
For further information visit : www . aico . co . uk
16 | June 2017