INDUSTRY NEWS
Completion countdown for two firms in major Mayfair landmark
The structural framework for an iconic new landmark in Mayfair ’ s oldest square is taking shape with two companies working firmly in partnership to meet the 2021 completion date .
Barretts of Aspley , a leading specialist in major structural and architectural metalwork is currently undertaking final elements of complex building works at the pioneering new development at 22 Hanover Square , London .
Known as The Residences at Mandarin Oriental Mayfair , London , the project has been designed by internationally recognised architectural firm Roger Stirk Harbour + Partners , with the incorporation of 684 Vierendeel columns manufactured by Barretts of Aspley for the building ’ s façade .
Working in partnership with long-standing suppliers East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd , part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd , every single column – the largest of which measures circa 6.2 x 1.5m – has been hot dip galvanized with molten zinc to provide the steel with long-term protection .
Each piece has then been wet sprayed with the finishing coat and filled with concrete at Barretts of Aspley ’ s state-of-the-art facility in Bedford .
Oliver King , Head of Commercial at Barretts of Aspley , explained : “ We ’ ve been working on this development for 24 months ( as of January 2021 ) and we ’ re nearing the final stages of the project , with the completion date set for later on this year . So far , we ’ ve manufactured all 686 columns and installed all but 16 .
“ In total , together with the trusted team at East Anglian Galvanizing , we ’ ve manufactured and hot dip galvanized 1,000 tonnes of structural steel , so to see it all starting to take shape is hugely rewarding for all involved .”
With 190,000ft2 of residential and hotel space , plus 4,500ft2 retail space and two rooftop penthouses with amenities such as a restaurant and bar , spa , indoor pool and state-of-the-art gym and bar , the space is set to become an iconic landmark with prime location in the city .
Selwyn Parrish , Sales and Commercial Manager at East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd , said : “ This is a truly remarkable development in the heart of our capital , and we ’ re extremely proud to be working alongside the team at Barretts of Aspley on this project .
“ Hot dip galvanizing the steelwork used on the façade of the building will prevent the steel from corroding and will ensure the building ’ s exterior looks as new as it does today for many , many years to come .”
Barretts of Aspley is a leading manufacturer and installer of structural steelwork , architectural metalwork , and balconies . For more information , contact the team on 01525 280136 or visit www . boa . uk . com .
East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd is part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd , the largest hot-dip galvanizing organisation in the UK with a history dating back over 150 years . With 14 plants strategically placed across the country , the firm offers a truly national galvanizing service . For further information please contact Wedge Group Galvanizing on 01902 601944 or visit www . wedge-galv . co . uk .
26 APRIL 2021 read online : www . surfaceworld . com