Architectural Ironmongery Specification Awards 2014/15 The

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Architectural Ironmongery
Specification Awards 2014/15
The Winners
Supported by:
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers
& The Royal Institute of British Architects
CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Winner of Winners
page 5
Commercial
page 7
Hospitality
page 11
Education
page 16
Health
page 20
International
page 24
DEDICATED TO
SPECIFICATION
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Extraordinary projects. Extraordinary teams.
In sponsoring the Winner of Winners category of the GAI/RIBA Architectural Ironmongery
Specification Awards 2014/15, GEZE reinforces its commitment to support the specification market
worldwide. GEZE UK devotes considerable resources in this area; its dedicated teams work closely
with architects and architectural ironmongers to achieve quality specifications, combining seamless
designs, functionality and energy efficiency.
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Winner of Winners 2015 Sponsored by: GEZE UK Ltd
WINNER OF WINNERS
TATE BRITAIN
Project Name: Tate Britain
Architect: Caruso St John Architects
Architectural Ironmonger: Allgood plc
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Commercial 2015 Sponsored by: The SilverShore Trading Co Ltd
COMMERCIAL
WINNER
Project Name: Tate Britain
Architect: Caruso St John Architects
Reason For Nomination:
Working closely with architects Caruso St John, Allgood were
tasked to create and supply an ironmongery specification of unique
aesthetic detail combined with many technically difficult ironmongery
applications for this iconic art gallery.
Description Of Ironmongery:
Working on such a prestigious project, it was evident that aesthetics
were of paramount importance. The architect desired a unique
finish on items so Allgood worked closely to produce a shot peened
finish on many of the stainless steel furniture. In addition, to create
a clean aesthetic on doors which required push plates and signage,
Allgood created an all in one solution by shot peening stainless steel
plates, blanking off areas to create contrasting areas for signage to
be screen printed within.
Many doors within the gallery space were of traditional arched
design which caused a challenge on fire doors with self-closing
requirements. Allgood’s solution to this issue was to specify floor
springs combined with projection hinges to provide a specification
that would self-close in conjunction with the door geometry.
Furthermore, to minimise the aesthetic impact of the floor springs,
bespoke tile trays with access holes were created to conceal the
floor springs whilst providing easy access for floor spring adjustment.
This provided an aesthetically pleasing solution for a very technical
application.
Due to the frequency of visitors to Tate Britain, it was important
that the ironmongery specification would be robust, durable
and capable of performing to the highest standards. Additionally,
many doors throughout the building were very tall and heavy,
demanding an ironmongery solution that was fit for purpose.
A solution was created by selecting high quality items throughout
the specification with the highest level of warranties, to ensure that
Allgood exceeded the performance requirements for the project.
Manufacturing Support:
Co-ordination with our supply base was key to this project as
there were a high number of bespoke items. We had to rely heavily
on their technical expertise to ensure that we could produce the
requested items to the architect’s requirements, whilst remaining
within budget.
The shot peened finish of many items in particular required us
to work closely with both our manufacturers and the architect
to ensure that we delivered the desired aesthetic for the project.
Additional Information
(relating To The Ironmongery Specification):
Throughout this project, Allgood had to liaise with all parties
to ensure that the bespoke element of the specification would
deliver an end result that made a real difference to the building.
This required a real team effort and high level of technical
expertise to ensure that the ironmongery package performed
beyond expectations, whilst delivering a unique, minimal aesthetic
to the project.
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COMMERCIAL
2ND PLACE
Project Name: West Yorkshire
Police Divisional HQ
Architect: Jacobs
Architectural Ironmonger: Em-B Solutions
COMMERCIAL
3RD PLACE
Project Name: World Conservation
& Exhibition Centre (British Museum)
Architect: Rogers, Stirk & Harbour
The specification had to meet many tightly controlled requirements.
The building is multi-functional, from front of house office spaces
through to the high security custody area and this is reflected in the
multi-disciplined ironmongery specification.
The extension of the British Museum is a world class research facility.
The contrast with the existing building created a challenge to find
continuity between the ironmongery of both buildings whilst delivering
a sustainable, high performance package.
The ‘front of house’ office doors use durable 316 stainless steel round
bar return handles and stainless steel door closers. Corridor doors
in this area use stainless steel pull handles coupled with matching
finger plates.
The British Museum houses world renowned artefacts worth millions
so security is a high priority. In the main building, there are a large
number of high security Assa Abloy locks with inside turns and security
escutcheons which protect the cylinder. As the new building is an
extension, it was imperative that the specification was tailored to
match the existing ironmongery in order to ease integration between
the two buildings and match the design aesthetic. Consequently,
we sourced the same locks and cylinders for the extension and
continued the master key suite into the new building.
Due to the highly robust nature of the custodial area, the requirements
for ironmongery had to differ to the office areas. This area included
specialist anti barricade products, Geze concealed closers, and
reduced ligature pinch grip pull handles. This type of ironmongery
would allow for maximum control in this area and reduce risk of self
harm to any service users.
The locking suite was supplied where applicable throughout the
building. This co-ordinated suite had to meet the requirements of six
different door types including, Timber, Metal, Glass, High Security,
Curtain Walling and Garage type. Specialist cylinders were required
for some applications, including, at times, extended length cylinders.
The wide range of Cylinder variations, sizes and types available
from CES enabled us to provide the Single Grand Master key system
required by the client.
Additional Information (relating To The Ironmongery Specification):
‘The multi-disciplined use of the building created a challenge for
the specifier but Em-B produced a seamless design throughout.
The cost effective and co-ordinated package of ironmongery met
with the client’s specification and long term requirements’ –
Martin Brown - Interserve.
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As the building is a scientific conservation centre, the brief from the
architect required a particular focus on creating an environmentally
sustainable building. We were able to meet the sustainability
expectations as all of our stainless steel door fittings are made from
62% recycled materials of which 95% can be recycled at the end
of the product’s life. Additionally, our packaging is also made from
recycled material and can be recycled once it has been used.
With a public building of this magnitude, there is a high amount of
traffic around the building so it was imperative that the ironmongery
performed to the highest level. For this reason, Allgood supplied the
highest quality hardware including: triple knuckle hinges, floor spring
units and mortice locks. We specified the hinges as they are made from
316 stainless steel and come with a 25 year guarantee whilst the other
hardware items have a ten year guarantee. We also supplied our
Modric lever handles on most of the doors as they are tested to grade 4
against BS EN 1906 and provide the doors with the highest quality
and most durable handles.
COMMERCIAL
COMMENDED
Project Name: Minerva House
Architect: KPP Architects
Due to the nature of this project (it is an extension of the current
building) there were both design and functional requirements
that needed to be fulfilled in order to match the existing building.
Assa Abloy locks with oval cylinders were used in the main building
so the client asked us to match them. We worked closely with our
manufacturing and purchasing department to source the correct
locks for the new project, enabling seamless integration of the
existing master key system.
Front of house ironmongery was all finished in Bronze, this included
500mm pull handles, finger plates, Grade 13 hinges, flush bolts,
RAL finished door closers, signage and access control. This co-ordinated
package was in the lift area of each floor, allowing for controlled
egress in and out of the offices. Close attention to detail was paid
to the Bronze finish as it was necessary to try and achieve a uniformed
colour even though items were obtained from multiple sources.
Additional Information (relating To The Ironmongery Specification):
On this project we displayed our flexibility and dynamism as we
were able to put together a specification that had to fit into many
criteria. It had to be environmentally sustainable, whilst being highly
durable and functional. It also had to provide a consistent and
professional aesthetic whilst matching elements of the original building.
Doing this required integration across a number of companies,
and all departments to ensure that we met the specification exactly
to the architect’s requests.
To keep within the clients budget the ironmongery specification for
the back of house areas also differed. Pull handles and signage were
used but in the more cost effective stainless steel finish.
Access control was specified throughout the building including
the glass front revolving door and bike storage areas.
Specialist bronze plating.
Additional Information:
‘Em-B’s scheduling support and service assisted in providing an
excellent solution to a complex brief and was within the clients budget’
- Tony Plowman - KPP Architects.
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Hospitality/Residential 2015 Sponsored by: Frank Allart & Company
HOSPITALITY/RESIDENTIAL
WINNER
Project Name: Henry Moore Court
Architect: Hamilton Architects
Architectural Ironmonger: izé Ltd
Luxury development of architecture designed new build apartments
in Chelsea.
Custom pull handles with timber grips on glass circulation doors.
Custom apartment entrance door knobs. Custom internal lever handles.
Custom cylinder turns.
Entire project of custom door furniture. UK manufactured lock cases
custom made to suit door furniture.
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HOSPITALITY
RESIDENTIAL 2ND PLACE
Project Name: St James Gateway
Architect: Eric Parry Architects
HOSPITALITY
RESIDENTIAL 3RD PLACE
Project Name: The Rosewood Hotel
Architect: EPR Architects
Architectural Ironmonger: John Monaghan t/a HAF
Luxury Regent street apartments.
HAF were invited to work on The Rosewood by Beck Interiors
& EPR to deliver the design brief from US designer Tony Chi.
With over 1100 doors in an array of finishes HAF’s attention to
detail was critical to ensure the project ran smoothly & on time.
Custom designed lever furniture throughout to architect specification,
Manufacturing Support: Lock cases and lever furniture produced to
allow ninety degree return of lever to allow exactly with top edge
of back play.
Working from Tony Chi’s US specification and the existing
ironmongery on the first phase fit out HAF scheduled the ironmongery
to all areas of the hotel.
This included the following:
- Heritage doors to the first floor needed to have the ironmongery
matched as close to the existing and refurbishment of existing
ironmongery.
- Bespoke IBMA, PB and PSS wall plates with Black Perspex
windows to hide the Vingcard wall readers but still allow the signal
to be picked up by the resident’s card when presented.
- Bespoke flush pulls to all sliding doors within the bedroom and
the sliding door gear.
- Ironmongery to wardrobes including Tectus hinges in Black,
hanging rails & sockets and cabinet handles.
- Access control to the Manor House wing with its own street
entrance and stairwell access.
- Suited cylinders to tie in with the existing suite. With the previous
supplier no longer in business HAF had to take over the suite
registration under the Hotel’s instruction.
- Procurement of specialist Harmon hinges from the US manufacturer
for doors designed to be hidden when stood open to the Salon areas.
HAF also had to ensure the concealed closers fitted to some of these
doors would work with the pivoting geometry of these hinges.
- Making new pull handles from an old handle sourced from
a US salvage yard by the designer for the bar area’s Whiskey
display cabinets.
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- Casting new door knobs from existing handles fitted to
Heritage doors to the Courtyard.
- Sourcing the fittings specified for the Restaurant drawers and
cabinets and then refinishing them to an Antique Brass patina.
- Refinishing of existing Stair rods to IBMA & PB.
- Co-ordination of finishes throughout as the project consisted
of IBMA, AB, PB, PSS/PN and SSS.
Extensive support from the following:
- Geze for assistance with closer specification and site support
on the Salon doors which were over 3.5m tall and hung on
Harmon Hinges.
- Brassart for manufacturing new pull handles and door knobs from
existing patterns supplied to them and turning them
around quickly.
- Allart for supply of new product designs required for the project.
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HOSPITALITY
RESIDENTIAL COMMENDED
Project Name: Housing 21 - Meadowfields
Architect: Langtry-Langton Architects
HOSPITALITY
RESIDENTIAL COMMENDED
Project Name: St James Square
Architect: Johnson Naylor Architects
We consider this as an award winning entry as we believe the
balance between design, functionality and budget was critical
to the supply of this project and our ironmongery specification met
these requirements.
New build luxury apartments in Piccadilly circus.
We supplied ironmongery to internal apartment doors which
included designer levers, latches and hinges.
Salto access control with multi-point locking was supplied and
installed to each main entrance on all the apartments. Salto access
control was specified as it allowed the client flexibility and controlled
egress of residents around the building. As the apartments may
change ownership on a more frequent basis than normal the need
for interchangeable access was essential. The access control was
also integrated into the main entrance of the building.
Rough cast bronze knob furniture using izé patented operation to work
against downward pressure then conventional twist action.
Special multi point locks with modified spring action for knob furniture
and NHBC compliants.
Each apartment entrance door also included a letter cage and
Dorma EMF closer for controlled closure in a fire situation.
In addition to the door ironmongery Em-B also supplied additional
hardware including, all handrail brackets, kitchen utensils brackets
and bespoke braille signage throughout the build.
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Education 2015 Sponsored by: Dorma
EDUCATION
WINNER
Project Name: Harris Academy
Architect: Aedas Architects
Architectural Ironmonger: Leaderflush Shapland Laidlaw
Not only did Laidlaw supply Architectural Ironmongery to this
project, we also supplied the ironmongery as part of an ‘Integrated
Door’ package, the future for the ironmongery world with CE Marking
coming in to effect from 2015, a benchmark project.
All doorsets were completed with 150mm satin stainless steel
kickplates, fitted to the bottom of the doors to protect from scuffs and
shoe marks. Satin stainless steel ironmongery from Laidlaw’s Centurion
range was also fitted, complementing the doors aesthetically.
Specifically designed for fire doors, to resist against the effects of
heat for either 30 or 60 minutes, H102 Fixed Hinges were also fitted
and finished in bright zinc plating.
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Abed Shad, Senior Architect at Aedas Architects said: “Laidlaw
was incredibly helpful throughout the project and the team was
on hand to provide the knowledge and expertise we required.
Considering the scale and phasing of the project, Laidlaw delivered
on time and to a very high standard, meaning we were able to hand
the completed academy over in good time, allowing pupils and staff
to settle in as soon as possible.”
Chris Yates, Project Manager from Willmott Dixon said: “It was a
pleasure to work with the team at Laidlaw – they were dedicated
to helping us find the right solution and were on hand to offer their help
and advice at every step of the way. They were incredibly proactive and
were always willing to offer a solution when needed.”
EDUCATION
2ND PLACE
Project Name: Glasgow School of Art
Architect: JM Architects
Allgood Plc supplied an ironmongery solution that was tailored to
suit a wide variety of abnormal doorsets, differing in shape,
size and function.
On this project, one of the obstacles Allgood had to overcome was
supplying a door closing solution for the four 3m tall x 2m wide
Gallery swing doors. To create a durable door opening and closing
cycle for the gallery doors, Allgood supplied floor spring units that
were able to sustain the weight of the door without hindering the
floor springs performance. Special coffin boxes were supplied to suit
the buildings concrete flooring and also to provide extra support.
As the gallery doors were taller and wider than most doorsets,
Allgood worked with the contractor by detailing the special coffin box
dimensions so a provision can be made when settling the concrete
floor, as the dimensions were bigger and wider than our standard
offering. A bigger coffin box was needed to structurally support
the floor springs position, using a larger surface area of the floor’s
aperture to aid the floor spring’s operation when opening the 3m tall
x 2m wide door. Special cover plates were also supplied in order to
cover the entire special size coffin boxes, maintaining a clean finish
with the polished concrete floor.
Another challenge Allgood had to overcome was the specification
of ironmongery to irregular shaped double doors that form the
entrance to the lecture room. The doors were irregularly shaped due
to 3 massive circular shafts, which allow natural light to enter the
building. This was a key facet to the building’s design and the door
and ironmongery solution had to adapt. The lecture room double
doors were wider at the top than they were at the bottom and needed
to be self closing to prevent outside noise from interrupting lectures.
To meet this challenge, Allgood used a double action floor spring
even though they opened in one direction, with a pivot point offset
from the edge of the door at varying points depending on the location.
This satisfied both needs when hanging and closing the door.
A great team effort was needed to ensure that when supplying
sliding door gear to the project, all intricate important information
was obtained. Working with the manufacturing base, we were advised
on what precise and detailed questions were required, to provide
a strong technical ironmongery specification. When dealing with the
door suppliers we needed to find out important factors regarding
the door such as; material, mass, width, height, opening width and
the location in the building. Once we had obtained these details,
we worked closely with our manufactures utilising their expertise and
experience to provide a long lasting and durable sliding door gear set.
A good relationship with our supply chain allowed us to provide
a technically strong ironmongery specification when dealing
with the wide variety of doorsets. When fabricating the special size
coffin boxes and cover plates we were able to provide a coffin box
that was deep enough to withstand the strain of the tall and heavy
gallery doors. Working with the contractor and the manufacturer
we were able to specify special dimensions to suit the concrete
flooring whilst supporting the floor springs full potential.
When specifying ironmongery to the gift shop section of the project,
the area inside the gift shop was small and would have merchandise
stands and rolling artwork displays. Because of this shortage on
space inside the gift shop and the corridor outside the entrance was
restricted by the coffee shop bar and corridor to the toilets, we felt
that the best solution to this problem was to supply bespoke sliding
door gear to the entrance of the gift shop. The ironmongery supplied
to the 200x1250mm wide sliding door contained; Bottom rollers,
channel top guides, bottom channel, wheeled hangers, and top and
bottom tracks.
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EDUCATION
3RD PLACE
Project Name: BCU Parkside Building
Architect: Associated Architects
Architectural Ironmonger: Eisenware Ltd
It won the RIBA West Midlands Award in 2014 and now marks
the first step in creating a multi-million pound centre of excellence
within Birmingham. It had no compromise on quality with the product
selection for its variety of doors.
Much of the hardware on the project was either bespoke or out of the
ordinary – often because of the size and weight of some of the doors.
For instance, because many studio doors are up to three metres high,
bespoke 900mm long pull handles were selected. The refreshing part
of this project was that we were never asked to compromise on quality
In fact in certain instances, the architects asked us to spec up, on kickers
and plates for example.
This level of bespoke scheduling really did bring the AIs expertise to
the fore. There were so many interesting doors – like a door which
needed panic escape hardware on the inside but which had to function
as side entrance for staff from the outside with full access control on it.
It certainly tested us!.
In the lobby area are a set of “hidden doors” which needed to be
completely flush with the walls. For this Eisenware selected TECTUS
concealed hinges from SIMONSWERK. The TECTUS fully-concealed
hinge range was specifically designed for unrebated residential and
heavy-duty doors so they made the perfect choice for these “secret”
doors which had to be offset because of the throw of the door.
This was not an average spec – there were floor springs set into
computer floors, very heavy and tall doors, hold opens on pocket
doors – lots of really interesting challenges so there were a lot of
site meetings and we had to work really closely with the architects
and then the contractors to make it work.
We specified ASSA Locks working with our scandanavian partner
d line and achieved a minimal look with door furniture that is tested
under BS EN1906 to Class 4 (for use on doors that have frequent
and violent usage).
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Manufacturing Support: Nowhere was the spec more challenging
than the door closers which were supplied by GEZE. This started
with the automatic doors on the main entrance lobby. The Slimdrive
SL automatic sliding doors were chosen for the entrance lobby
primarily because the very low profile height of 7cm enables
almost invisible integration into the facade. The overall effect is
one of maximum light and space in the atrium while creating a lobby
area that minimises heat loss – essential for the building to meet its
low energy targets.
GEZE’s products also feature elsewhere in the building. The large
acoustic doors to the television studios are fitted with TS 5000
overhead door closers - a heavy duty closer ideal for big and heavy
doors. The TS 2000 V door closer was chosen as a highly efficient,
cost effective solution for internal doors throughout the building.
It is also finished in satin stainless steel, ensuring design consistency
throughout the building.
In today’s competitive market we strongly believe in offering
a client the quality the building deserves. We chose GEZE as our door
control partner to complement our chosen d line products and give
the design the characteristics this modern and fresh building requires.
Associated Architects appreciate both the design and performance
of the products chosen for their buildings, as do the team at contractor
Willmott Dixon, who demand quality specifications.
Once the spec had been agreed, we worked extremely closely with
the contractors to ensure that it was carried through to completion.
As with all projects, we had to work to a budget and of course hardware
is always an easy target for cost cutting. Partly because it’s often the
last thing to go in, and partly because many contractors don’t always
understand why we have selected a particular product for a particular
door. We worked closely with Willmott Dixon to ensure that the
project did not get the “cheap” treatment and the client was able
to have a completed building with products that would give them
many many years of use.
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Health 2015 Sponsored by: Harbrine
HEALTH
WINNER
Project Name: The Royal Star & Garter
Architect: Scurr Architects Ltd
Allgood Plc supplied a complex ironmongery schedule
including a mixture of finishes to provide a visual contrast between
door furniture and its surroundings. Alongside the ironmongery
schedule an access control package was supplied.
Allgood liaised with the Scurr Architects Ltd to provide an ironmongery
schedule that ensured every room was specially equipped to suit the
individual resident’s needs. Taking this into consideration, we supplied
Salto lever handle sets with 41020 FSB lever handles. The combination
of access control and ironmongery was required, as Salto’s efficient
software and reliability teamed with FSB’s ergonomic lever handles,
providing a safe and secure solution. As the residents of the care
home are elderly people who are more susceptible to arthritis and
rheumatism, we felt the ergonomic lever handle supplied was the most
suitable, as it provided a comfortable grip.
allowing residents to travel around freely in certain areas and
keep restricted areas secure. With the end user in mind the automatic
door operators allowed residents to open doors without having to
use as much strength as a mechanical push and pull doorset.
A good working relationship with our manufacturers allowed us to
deliver our ironmongery solution on time, within budget and to a
high quality. With access control playing a vital role in the flow of
traffic throughout the building we relied heavily upon our access
control partners to modify the FSB 41020 lever handle so that it
could be fixed to the on-door access control escutcheons. This proved
vital to ensure that the hardware aesthetic remained consistent
throughout the project. Working with our manufacturers we were
able to firstly attach the handle to the on-door access control devices,
in order to reduce labour time spend on site, aiding us to deliver all
of our products on time.
Royal Star & Garter’s dedicated dementia area required an
ironmongery solution that kept within the main interior theme that
used contrasting colours to help residents navigate their way round
the building. To maintain the visual contrast between the ironmongery,
door and the walls, Allgood supplied Polished Brass ironmongery
as the finish contrasted on a variety of coloured doors; white, purple
and green. This was an integral concept of the care home as different
parts of the building were broken down into a colour scheme. Another
concept the architect wanted to adopt was a homelike atmosphere.
As well as providing a visual contrast, Polished Brass ironmongery
is also traditionally a residential ironmongery finish, reinforcing the
homelike atmosphere for its residents.
Allgood supplied a combined ironmongery and access control
package containing; hinges, locks, push and kick plates, signage,
door closers, proximity readers, proximity lever handle sets, safety
sensors and automatic door operators. The architect wanted to allow
staff to control the access given to residents, without causing any
disturbance or confusion. The way Allgood achieved this was by
installing automatic door operators, push pads and proximity readers,
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HEALTH
2ND PLACE
Project Name: Sir Robert Ogden
MacMillan Centre
Architect: IBI Nightingale Associates
Allgood supplied a tailored healthcare ironmongery schedule that
included frequently touched items manufactured from an antimicrobial
copper alloy with an appearance of stainless steel, to combat the
spread of Healthcare Acquired Infections.
A close collaboration between the Allgood manufacturing team
and other suppliers allowed Allgood to deliver a high quality
service to both IBI Nightingale associates and Sir Robert McAlpine.
As a majority of the Contego range is manufactured internally,
Allgood could easily manage the quality and lead time of our
products, allowing us to be more flexible with our offering. Utilising
our manufacturing skill set, we were also able to address any issues
or questions swiftly, aiding the project to be delivered on time.
As always in a healthcare environment, it is imperative that good
hand hygiene is maintained at all times to stop the cross contamination
of bacteria between users of the hospital. As door furniture is an item
that is frequently touched by many different people, the architect
wanted an ironmongery solution that would protect against the cross
contamination of Healthcare Acquired Infections (HCIS) whilst having
a matching finish to rest of the mechanical hardware.
Recent studies have shown that copper is inherently antimicrobial,
killing 99.9% of bacteria within 2 hours of contact. Historically,
most antimicrobial copper door furniture has a copper-like appearance
but this would not meet the requirement of a stainless steel aesthetic.
By using the unique Contego range of ironmongery formed from
a proven antimicrobial copper alloy that has the appearance of
stainless steel, Allgood were able to provide a solution that met the
architect’s requirements.
Most antimicrobial copper door furniture usually tends to use copper
alloys that have a copper-like appearance, or use an antimicrobial
finish which tends to be a less durable solution. Taking this into account
Allgood developed the Contego range which utilises an innovative
copper alloy that has antimicrobial properties with the appearance
of stainless steel. The innovative alloy itself is antimicrobial, meaning
that its antimicrobial properties are everlasting and still work scratched
or chipped. This can be a common problem with antimicrobial finishes,
whereas our manufacturing process allowed Allgood to supply
a durable antimicrobial ironmongery solution that will still work
when damaged.
A full specification was created using Contego touch items such
as lever handles, push plates, pull handles, WC turns and escutcheons
complimented with satin stainless steel mechanical hardware such
as signage, door closers, locks and kick plates.
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3RD PLACE
Project Name: Southmead Hospital
Architect: BDP Architects
Architectural Ironmonger:
Leaderflush Shapland Laidlaw
Southmead Hospital is housed in the purpose-built Brunel
building and brings the region’s acute healthcare facilities under
one roof. It provides 800 beds, 75% of which are in single en-suite
rooms – more than any other NHS hospital in the country.
Working closely with all those involved in the construction process,
from the design and specification stage through to completion,
is central to Leaderflush Shapland Laidlaw’s approach and played
an integral part in the success of this development, explains contract
manager Alan Vanstone: “We attended co-ordination meetings at
BDP in Sheffield with the project architect and the Carillion design
team manager on a weekly basis for a year. At these meetings we
checked that the details for every doorset were suitable for its
intended use and that all the ironmongery we were supplying
was also compatible.”
Leaderflush Shapland Laidlaw’s experience in the health sector
and close relationship with Carillion ensured it was able to
manufacture and install ‘integrated doorsets’ throughout the building,
including in patient bedrooms, that satisfied the needs of the
patients and the staff as well as helping to fulfill the building’s
design ambitions.
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Project Name: Indoor Velodrome
/ Sports Centre, Hong Kong
Architect: P&T Architects & Engineers Ltd
Architectural Ironmonger: Tung Fat Ho
Building Material Ltd
Hong Kong Velodrome is a government project which needs
high-level standard of ironmongeries. It includes 500 doors with
200 ironmongery types. Most of the ironmongeries at the main
entrance are required concealed with specific door closing order.
Door Hardware, mainly in satin stainless steel, is specified in
different grades according to the frequency of use and the purpose
of the location.
By proposing a combination of fail-safe electromagnetic locks and
door closers, it fulfilled the requirement of architects that the automatic
release doors and hold open for emergency escape/ in case of fire
signal when the lock receiving F.S. signal or through activating either
break glasses or panic actuators, which are connected to alarm system
and control room for maintaining high-level security at the same time.
For fulfilling the ventilation requirement, Tung Fat Ho Building
Material Limited (TFH) specified automatic swing operators combining
with panic actuators, break glasses, key switches, backup batteries,
motion / safety sensors to the specific locations what they are worked
for automatic swing out and kept hold against a fire signal until the
consumption of the backup battery, then door will be closed.
Automatic door closers, activated by motion sensors at both sides,
are specified along the cycling way from the ground floor towards
the cycling tracks on the first floor. To keep the athletes from injuries,
different types of sensors are applied as optimum solution for fitting
the actual building conditions. The aesthetic unity is achieved due
to full length cover cap for hiding the automatic door operators
mechanism.
Both concealed and surface high efficiency cam action door closers
are applied to the front of house while rack and pinion overhead
door closers are used for plant rooms. Electro-mechanical hold open
door closers with integral door coordinator are specified for heavy
traffic common corridors in order to comply with BS EN 1154,
EN 1155 & EN 1158.
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Full mortise 2 ball bearings Grade 316 stainless steel hinges with
EN1935 Grade 13 medium duty were specified for normal doors
while heavy duty 4 ball bearing hinges were specified for large-sized
heavy duty doors.
According to the requirements of architects and owners,
TFH specified the highest EN12209 Grade 3 standard Lockcases
with Grade 316 stainless steel latch, deadbolts, forend and
strike plates, and EN1303 Grade 6 (highest security) & Grade 2
(highest attack resistance) standards Cylinders with passive side
bar and side pin mechanism of different types: euro-profile, screw-in
& rim type for whole Velodrome. EN12209 standard Curved shape
lever handles with Grade 316 stainless steel are specified in the front
of house. The master keying plan was designed in 6 different groups
for strict security control and different management levels after
consecutive meetings with architects and users.
Conformity with Building and Fire Regulations
Automatic door closers are specified in all bicycles reachable
passages, i.e., entrance, corridors to the cycling tracks and exits;
high efficiency cam action door closers & floor springs are specified
to comply with the Barrier Free Access 2008: requirement of opening
exterior and interior doors with horizontal force not more than 30N
and 22N respectively by the Hong Kong Building Department.
The acoustics automatic door bottom seals and perimeter seals
are specified in Changing Rooms, Function Rooms and VIP rooms for
complying with the latest smoke leakage requirement, BS EN 1634-3
at both ambient and medium temperature, by Hong Kong Building
Department.
The alarm panic devices used on exits were tested for the latest
fire code BS EN 1634-1 and are on the List of Hong Kong Fire Services
Department’s Approval Equipment.
Horizontal nylon coated aluminium core grab handrails are
specified for disabled lavatories, with dimensions 650mm outer
length which suits Barrier Free Access 2008 issued by Hong Kong
Building Department.
The combination of fail-safe electromagnetic lock, floor springs, break
glass, key switch with panic actuator connecting to the alarm and
control room, is complied with both the user’s security requirement and
the Means of Escape building regulations in case of fire or emergency.,
Manufacturing Support: Heavy duty cam action floor springs with
integral door coordinator are specified for the rebated double
aluminum glass doors at the Main Entrance to ensure the active leaf
will always close before the inactive leaf closes for preventing water
ingress and for keeping a good appearance. Curved shape patch
fittings, patch locks and lever handles are specified in the same theme
for aesthetic unity as per architectural requirement.
It is a great challenge of ironmongery specification for the evacuation
of 3,000 audiences in case of emergency.
The architects are appreciated our professional knowledge and
working experience in the recreational field thus invite us to prepare
the specification and scheduling, especially the additional Building
Management System (BMS) requirement of the Means of Escape and
ventilation purposes in a cost-effective solution for the users.
In order to avoid any tricks and locked in situations in the lavatories,
Classroom cylinders are specified for maintaining safe for people
escape from inside.
After Mr. Wong Kam-po, the Hong Kong cyclist, took 2 golds in
the 2006 Asian Games, the HKSAR committed to build the Indoor
Velodrome for supporting Hong Kong Cyclist Team. Being the
first Indoor Velodome in Hong Kong, it provides an international
competition-standard venue for hosting large-scale international
cycling races and top-level cycling training.
The Hong Kong Velodrome is a project of New Town Re-development
and a new landmark of Tseung Kwan O. It locates at the Town Park
which helps improving the adjacent environment by providing 5.3
hectares recreational area (including Sports Centre, Skatepark and
Climbing Wall) to the residential land use in Tseung Kwan O New
Town, an Area for citizens take a break from the ‘cement forest’
in Hong Kong.
The Velodrome is uniquely designed. Its oval-wavy rooftop is capturing
the cycling athlete’s helmet, which is integrated with the cycling
elements in overall design and layout of the building, alongside with
artificial lakes that fused with the curvilinear layout. It has a 250m
oval-wooden cycling track with a maximum 3,000-seat spectator stand.
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functionally, safety, security or quality. Due to the variation in the
types and sizes of the door panels, a combination of door closing
devices with specific features are specified for the different applications
and locations.
TS-41 series eccentric rack & pinion slide arm door closers to
EN1154 4-8-4/1-1-1-3 are used for the front of house doors.
Project Name: Hong Kong Science
& Technology Park
Architect: Simon Kwan & Associates Ltd
Key Technologies International Ltd
Green Campus targets to achieve Beam Plus Platinum Certification.
This project demonstrates the courage of KeyTech in sourcing
and bundling ironmongery that matches the quality & performance
requirements within 800km radius of the work site.
TS-61 series eccentric rack & pinion slide arm door closer to
EN1154 3-8-5/2-1-1-4 with adjustable delayed closing action are
provided for all disabled toilets.
Mechanical integral sequence closing control system is specified
for pair of doors to eliminate the associated noise and unsightly
appearance of gravity and sprung arm type door coordinator
along main circulation areas.
Both TS-20 series to EN1154 4-8-2/3/5-1-1-3 & TS-50 series to
EN1154 4-8-5/1-1-1-3 rack & pinion projecting and parallel arm
door closers are fitted to plant rooms and back of house doors.
Cam action adjustable power 2 – 4 concealed overhead door
closers to EN1154 3-8-4/2-1-1-4 are fitted at Function and
Meeting Room doors.
As the world-leading hub for emerging green technology,
the “Green Campus” in the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks
serves as a nurturing ground for small enterprises in the concept
of “Halite” and fulfils the master concept of sustainability through
reduction, efficiency and generation.
All door closers comply with the maximum opening force requirements
in the Code of Practice for Barrier Free Access 2012 issued by the
Building Department of the Hong Kong SAR Government which requires
exterior and interior non fire doors to be opened with horizontal force
of not more than 30N and 22N respectively and a maximum opening
force of 30N for interior fire doors.
Based on the architectural floor plans, applications, and frequency
of use of the doors, specific grades of hardware were supplied to
different locations in the project.
Geze TS550N adjustable power 3 – 6 backcheck floor spring to EN1154
3-8-6/3-0-1-4 with anti-bacteria gel are used to control all external façade
doors against varying wind pressure in the vicinity.
Hinges
Cooke Brothers 72 & 78 series shrouded & dual bearing butt
hinges to BS EN1935 4-7-6-1-1-4-0-13 CE marked and Certifire
approved, provides a heavy duty, self-lubricating low friction solution
for hanging timber and metal doors.
Automatic Swing Door Operator
Access to all new buildings should have at least one Barrier Free
Access in accordance with the Code of Practice for Barrier Free Access
2012. Dorma ED200 electro-hydraulic slide arm auto swing door
operator complete with large switch patch for disabled exit and active
infrared presence safety sensors are used for disable access in each
building. Entry to the building is through the use of smart card reader
supplied under the security contract.
Exidor 2000 series heavy duty floor pivot + single / double
action fittings with a load carrying capacity of 250kg and 400kg
respectively, are used to support large granite cladded doors at
front of house location.
Simonswerk Tectus 645 3D adjustable concealed hinges are used
for large acoustic doors at the Function Room area where aesthetics
are important.
SOSS self-closing concealed hinges are fitted at fire-rated access
panels opening into the front of house areas.
Door Controls
To achieve sustainability for ironmongery, ECO Schulte ‘Newton’
series door closers that are comparably 1,000 grams lighter and
tested in-line with DIN EN 1154A performance standard and
CE marked, are supplied to save resources without compromising
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Lockcase
Dorma 300CE EN12209 compliant modular lock series with grade
316 stainless steel latch & dead bolts, forends and strike plates are
used throughout the Green Campus. This includes the most common
passage, privacy, dead, sash and night latch functions.
The very unique Allgood 7225ASS ‘lift-to-lock’ disabled toilet lock
was recommended to the architect to illustrate their attention in
inclusive design for people with less ability. This special function lock is
also manufactured with grade 316 stainless steel latch and dead bolts,
forend and strike plate to complement the corrosion resistant of the
other lock series.
Cylinders
To achieve the required high level of security and to cope with the
complexity of the master key system covering the remaining Phase
3b & c buildings, EVVA EPS 6-pin high security europrofile cylinders
to BS EN1303:2005 1-6-X-1-X-1-6-2 Security level 6-2 are specified
in the contract. These cylinders have multiple overlapping key profile,
anti-drill, anti-pick features, supplied under master and construction
keyed systems.
Classroom function cylinders that allow the inside thumbturn to
unlock only are applied to the communal toilet entrances to prevent
any person from being locked inside the toilets after office hours.
Door Furniture
ECO Schulte D-312 series sprung elliptical section satin stainless steel
lever handle to EN 1906 are used throughout the three buildings.
Allgood 1730 350mm elliptical section satin stainless steel pull handles
are specified for Front of House doors.
Custom design full height elliptical section satin stainless steel pull
handles are installed for all Façade glass entrances.
The design of the lever and pull handles at Front of House areas
are complementary to each other.
Local round bar D satin stainless steel pull handles are fitted at
Plant Rooms and Back of House areas to control costs.
automatic door operators on façade doors, extra care and
efforts have to be made to ensure compatibility with their aluminium
cladded steel sections for the mounting of the automatic door
operators. Numerous technical workshops coupled with information
on mounting details and on the spot technical advices were given to
the curtain wall subcontractor to ensure their full understanding
of the requirements.
To ensure the integral sequence closing control on slide arm
closers are correctly fitted, we got the help from ECO Schulte
to produce a video on the installation to give the installers a better
understanding of the procedures and operations when fitted
on pair of doors.
Providing conduit run and wiring diagrams to electrical and
low voltage security subcontractors is the minimum we could do
to contribute to the smooth running of our supply contract.
Master key planning took future expansion of another three buildings
in Phases 3c & d into consideration. Longer and or off-set cylinder
lengths were carefully checked to ensure compatibility on thicker fire
/ acoustic and cladded doors.
Production and delivery of the goods were properly planned to
allow ample time for some of the ironmongery to be pre-installed in
the China factories as this helps to improve productivity and cut down
on-site installation and construction wastage.
Panic Device
Dorma 9700 series stainless steel panic exit devices to EN 1125
3-7-6-B-1-3-2-2-B-A CE marked & Certifire approved are fitted at
all final exit doors. At locations where emergency escape and
controlled access come together, electric latch bolt retraction function
are added to integrate with the smart card access control system
in the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks development.
Electric Locking Device
SDC 1500 series single and double Electromagnetic Locks with
1,650lbs holding force including adjustable timer, LED lock status
indicator, magnetic bond sensor, door position and anti-tamper
monitoring features are used along circulation areas.
At IT and Telephone Equipment Rooms where higher level of
security is required, Adams Rite 7440 Fail Secure electric strike
with latch bolt monitoring are installed.
To cut down the issuance of servant keys to building tenants,
Toilets and Shower Rooms are also controlled by electric strike and
cylinder mortice night latch with key override on the outside and lever
handle which allow egress from inside at all times.,
Manufacturing Support: Various sizes of sample sections were
produced with straight and off-set brackets for the custom design
entrance pull handles for the architect’s and client’s review and
approval before production.
Curtain wall subcontractors from mainland China dominate the
region. Their work culture and understanding of detailing are different.
Very often when it comes to coordination on the installation of
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Satin chrome plated contemporary design lever handles on
square roses “Eidos” from Frascio Italy was selected from
tens of lever options remarked by its simple but cosy design.
The heavy and sprung lever handles were paired with Dorma
300CE series mortice locks which has SSS316 bolts, forend
and strike to give the required corrosion resistance.
Lorient IS8010si medium duty auto door bottom drop seal are
provided for the bedroom to enhance the acoustic effect on the doors.
Project Name: Blue Pool Road
Residential Development, HK
Architect: Ronald Lu & Partners
(Hong Kong) Ltd
Key Technologies International Ltd
KeyTech enhanced the specification for this luxurious residential
development through understanding of the architects’ requirements
& delivered a board array of quality & high-tech solutions to cover
the aesthetic & security aspects for the client.
Sitting on a unique long and narrow site that faces a densely built
urban context, this 18 luxurious low-rise townhouses are by far the
largest project in China receiving the Gold Level Certificate under
the LEED for Homes International Pilot.
Simonswerk Tectus 6403D A8 adjustable concealed hinges were
selected for the wood panels cladded steel frame and Dorma ITS-96
cam action hold open concealed overhead door closers to EN1154
3-8-4/2-0-1-4 are used to remove any distraction from door hardware
on the main entrance door.
Simulated Bronze plated Allgood HL72 series europrofile cylinder
mortice night latch with hold-back function together with EVVA EPS
6 pin europrofile cylinder & turn to EN1303 1-6-X-1-X-1-6-2 Security
Level 6-2 with multiple overlapping key profile / sidebar, anti-drill,
anti-pick features not only provide the required security to the façade
doors, but also harmonise with the hand-crafted cast-bronzed privacy
screens at the exterior.
To avoid trip hazard, Allgood XX11004 concealed overhead door
restraining stay with stainless steel arms and aluminium channels are
employed in the bathroom doors to replace floor door stops.
Exidor 2000 series stainless steel heavy duty offset floor pivot sets
are used to carry the weight of the granite cladded aluminum louver
panels in plant rooms at roof level. These doors are secured by roller
catches and concealed door bolts at the narrow lock stiles.
Manufacturing Support: For the same “Eidos” lever handle design,
special Inox Chrome finish was applied for levers on doors facing
the exterior at roof level for better corrosion resistance. Moreover,
Bronze finish lever handles in the same design are fitted at the façade
back doors from the kitchen to blend-in with the surrounding finishes.
Technical advices were given from time to time during the design
stage to minimize abortive works.
Long and offset cylinders were carefully assigned to the cladded
doors of different thicknesses before ordering.
The installation of the pocketed automatic sliding door created the
most challenge for the installer. Wiring and electrical conduit planning
were coordinated with the door suppliers and E&M subcontractors,
and numerous site coordination workshops and demonstrations
were given from our project team before and during installation all
the way through the testing and commissioning of the automatic
sliding door systems.
With detailed production planning, all products were delivered
to site well before installation to facilitate a smooth programme.
Pre-mounting of ironmongeries, such as hinges, in the factories
had been done to maximize the installation efficiency on construction
site and to reduce errors.
Marked by luxury and elegance, glass doors at the master bathroom
& walk-in closet was driven by Dorma CS80 Magneo low-energy
automatic sliding door operator. The system incorporates an integral
electro-mechanical lock and operated by contactless sensors concealed
under an elegant dummy light switch plate to complement with the
rest of the adjoining lighting switches.
All other internal swing doors are hung on ECO Schulte OBN13
EN1935 4-7-6-1-1-4-0-13 CE marked ball bearing butt hinges
and secure by Dorma 300CE series modular locks and Allgood
9700 series EN1303 1-6-X-0-X-C-6-0 cylinder & turn in Satin
Chrome Plated finish.
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Project Name: Sports Hub, Singapore
Architect: Elmich Keytech PTE Ltd
Architectural Ironmonger: Arup Associates
The complexity in the design & supply of ironmongery incorporating
technical supports, integration with fire & building automation
and production planning within a 14 month period for Sports Hub
Singapore is unprecedented in KeyTech’s history.
Built on a 35 hectare site and a construction costs of SG$1.3 billion,
the Sports Hub Singapore is a 25-year Public-Private Partnership
Design, Build, Finance & Operate project with a state-of-the-art fully
integrated sports, entertainment and lifestyle hub that allow everyone
in Singapore to watch, play and support sports and entertainment.
Its existence provides a platform to elevate the Singapore sporting
ecosystem on a regional and global scale and offer world-class
facilities for sports, events, concerts, exhibitions and international
trade shows. Sports Hub has been given 8 regional and international
awards including ‘Sports Building of the Year’ at the recent prestigious
World Architecture Festival (WAF) Awards 2014.
This is a key project in the Government of Singapore’s urban
redevelopment that encourages sustainability, healthy and active
society. It is made up of the following buildings:
1. National Stadium with 55,000 seat capacity
2. Multipurpose Indoor Games Hall (OCBC Arena)
3. Shopping Mall (Kallang Wave Mall & Splash-N-Surf)
4. Library, Museum & Visitor Centre
5. Office Block (Sport Singapore Office)
6. Car Park Building
7. Aquatic Centre (OCBC Aquatic Centre)
8. Water Sports Centre
Hinges
A combination of 127 x 89 x 3mm SS332 compliant stainless steel
ball bearing grade 304 and 316 butt hinges are used to suit dry and
wet / corrosive areas in each building respectively.
Door Controls
In the general areas, Atena, SS332 COC & BS EN1154 compliant
CE Marked. 88BC series fixed power backcheck door closers are used
for plant rooms. 28A series adjustable power 2 – 5 backcheck door
closers are fitted on all front of house, circulation and busy traffic areas
in all the buildings. 660 series adjustable power 2 - 4 high efficiency
concealed overhead door closers are chosen for the VIP area doors.
To cope with the expected corrosive environment in the Aquatic Centre
and Water Sports Centre, Geze, SS332 COC & EN1154 compliant
CE marked 1500 series fixed power door closers are used for
plant rooms. 2000 series adjustable power 2 – 4 and 4000 series
adjustable power 1 – 6, adjustable backcheck door closers are used
for different sizes of all front of house doors.
Automatic Door Operators
Geze TSA160 standard and slide arm automatic swing door operators
are widely used in the National Stadium and the Multipurpose Indoor
Games Hall on Make-Up Air Doors. This is a requirement in the local
Fire Regulations and the automatic door operators are wired to the fire
alarm system to allow automatic opening and holding of the doors in
the opened position when there is a fire.
There are also Make-Up Air Doors at the National Stadium that
allow free passage during opening hours but required to be manually
switched to controlled access mode at other times. These doors are
accessed only by authorised key holders and egress with the use of
thumbturn after opening hours. We proposed the use of mechanical night
latch operated by cylinder / turn and with the use of Fail Safe electric
strike and Maintained Contact key switch, to meet the operational
requirements. In addition to this, the complete set up has to be linked
up with a fire alarm system that cuts off the power supply to the Fail
Safe electric strike and allows the automatic door operator to open
the Make-Up Air Doors. However, the idea was scrapped afterward
as the operators’ have a higher preference for access controlled point
at individual rooms.
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Electromagnetic Door Holder
Geze 490N EN 1155 compliant Electromagnetic Door Holders are
deployed for 1 hr fire timber door positioned right in front of the Cold
Room door in the kitchen which swing in the same direction of escape
(i.e. similar to a double layered door configuration with a small cavity
in between the two door panels). This is to provide convenience for the
kitchen operations but when there is a fire, this fire door will self-close
to provide the compartmentation.
Since fire door is required to be latched, there was fear that someone
may get trapped inside the Cold Room when the fire alarm is
activated. After proposing different solutions and talks with the Fire
Officers, the addition of a Fail Safe electric strike was finally selected
to allow anyone trapped within the Cold Room during a fire to open
the Cold Room door which in turn pushes open the 1 hr fire timber
door in the direction of escape. This is achievable as the Fail Safe
electric strike allows the latch bolt to push through the released
jaws during a fire without the need to retract the latch bolt with the
lever handles.
Locks & Cylinders
As with the hinges and door control provisions, we provided two lock
series for the complex.
ECO Schulte GBS31 EN12209 Class 3 modular lock series
(passage, privacy, deadlock, sash lock, night latch, anti-panic
escape sash lock functions) with grade 304 stainless steel forends,
strike plates, latch and dead bolts are used in general areas but
for the Aquatic Centre and Water Sports Centre, we upgraded
the locks to Dorma 300CE EN12209 Class 3 modular lock series
(passage, privacy, deadlock, sash lock, night latch and classroom
functions) to take advantage of their grade 316 stainless steel
components for higher corrosive environment.
Allgood 97000 series BS EN1303 6 pin dual profile / side bar; anti
drill, anti-pick high security cylinders with sufficient differs are provided
to suit the operators’ complicated master key suiting and security
requirements. Provisions were allowed in the master key suite to cater
for future Addition & Alternation and or Extension needs.
Panic Exit Devices
Since the Sports Hub Complex is a place of public assembly, the
discharge volume in case of fire or an emergency could be very high.
ECO Schulte EPN900 EN1125 CE Marked panic exit devices in Satin
Stainless Steel finish are fitted on exit doors to facilitate escape and to
give the aesthetics effect. External re-entry kit is provided at appropriate
locations to suit the end users’ requirements.
Door Furniture
ECO Schulte D110 series OGL bearing technology 21mm diameter
EN1906 compliant class 4 severe duty lever handles with safety return
and 19mm / 32 mm diameter d pull handles in various length and
fixings. Door furniture was manufactured either in grade 304 or 316
stainless steel for different areas of the project.
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Bolts & Accessories
Due to budget constraint, manual timber and metal doors flush
bolts, automatic flush bolts & floor sockets, flush ring handles,
floor door stops were sourced locally with some complying with
SS332 performance requirements.
Manufacturing Support: Elmich Keytech’s involvement in this
project started with the preparation of the tender documents
(door by door ironmongery schedule and specification) for the main
contractor, Dragages Singapore. This covers the eight buildings
with over 4,000 doors, grouped into three zones and built at
staggering stages. Each zone was managed by a separate design
and construction team with different timber, metal and louvred
door suppliers.
As with all Design & Build projects, the non-synchronized information
on the general arrangement plans, door schedules (door size, fire
& acoustic rating, access control requirements etc.) was a continuous
saga. This resulted in repeated revisions for the ironmongery schedule
and delay in the tendering process.
Upon acceptance of our offer, our technical team checked all the
doors shop drawings to finalise the ironmongery provisions.
Needless to say, the delay in the order confirmation had left us
with unrealistic production period across four major shut down
period (Chinese New Year, Easter, Summer and Christmas & New
Year Holiday) to catch up with the tight construction programme.
The planning for the ironmongery production was tough but we got
the full support from our entrusted British and European business
partners by deploying their production facilities in different parts of
the world to get round the holiday seasons and arrange the shipment
in batches to cope with the installation schedules.
Apart from providing templates and samples for items that
need to cut into the door and frame for door factory preparation,
we standardised strike plate size for all lock functions to ease door
frame preparation in the factories and to allow flexibility in the change
of use of the rooms that requires replacement of the modular lock
function as works progress.
A further standardization request came from one of the door
manufacturers. After delivery of the goods, they requested DIN size
eurocylinder deadlock for handicapped toilets to incorporate indicator
/ emergency release and a thumbturn of substantial size. We were
able to source a special europrofile plug with a 5x5mm follower to
control the cam mechanism and operate the deadbolt.
Cylinder lengths were carefully verified with all door suppliers to
ensure they were correctly ordered to suit various door thickness
including doors with louvre cladding and acoustic property that
require off-set length to match.
Fire doors in Singapore need to be latched. This requires the
use of automatic flush bolts and door selector on double leaf doors,
which we usually don’t recommend to avoid possible problems arising
from poor door / frame preparation and misalignment during installation.
The situation gets more complicated when double leaf doors are fitted
with electromagnetic locks as more emphasizes need to be placed
during the coordination at technical workshops to correctly set out
all ironmongery and other provisions from the access control system
including the positioning of door position switches.
We gained some new experience in the planning of the master key
suiting for the Sports Hub Complex. There are 22 distinctive functional
groups of end users covering 45 groups of sub-masters. Their needs
on key management are quite diverse but we managed to align their
ideas against practicality throughout the master key planning process.
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