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Access in Bomber Command Centre

Building Products Index Ltd October 20, 2018 Lift Leave a Comment

Mission: To bring freedom of access for people of all mobilities to International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC), Lincolnshire. Opened in January 2018, this world-class resource is dedicated to the recognition, remembrance and reconciliation of Bomber Command’s role in WWII.

Two passenger lifts must unite two floors of facilities, comprising Digital Archives, Losses Database, three Exhibition galleries, the Hub Café and Guided Tours, all set within 10 acres of Peace Gardens featuring a 31-metre Memorial Spire, Ribbon of Remembrance and Walls of Names.

Hardware: Two Stannah 5-person platform passenger lifts, moving in formation over a distance of 3600mm.

Specification: The lifts must combine the benefits of platform lifts with the look and feel of passenger lifts to deliver an affordable access solution, for moderate use in a location where space is limited. Key requirements comprise:

•   Wheelchair plus companion capability
•   Hydraulic drive
•   Ability to accommodate a wheelchair and companion
•   Easy-to-use, fully automatic cabin controls
•   Ceiling light
•   Tough light grey vinyl skin plate interior finish to withstand daily use
•   Aesthetically complementary satin stainless-steel sliding door and surrounds
•   Safety features such as grab rails, stud floor, alarm button and emergency intercom.
•   Safe travel at .150 m/s.
•   Wall mounted.
•   Low pit depth and headroom.
•   Easy to install with minimum builder’s work.

Standards: The lifts must help the IBCC owners meet the requirements of The Equality Act 2010, Part M of the Building Regulations (England and Wales), and BS8300:2018 Code of Practice. CE marking and compliance with the latest Machinery Directive are also essential.

The Result: Freedom for all to access the world’s most comprehensive historic records of Bomber Command’s part in the Second World War – ensuring that generations to come can appreciate the contribution of the million people involved, notably the heroism of the 57,861 men and women who lost their lives.

Nicky Barr, Chief Executive at the International Bomber Command Centre, comments:

“Thanks to the Stannah passenger lifts everyone can experience International Bomber Command Centre’s tribute not only to the bravery and sacrifice of those who served and supported Bomber Command – and their vital role in protecting the freedom we enjoy today – but also to Lincolnshire’s contribution to the outcome of the war.”

As with all Stannah lift products, the Stannah platform lifts are covered by Stannah’s comprehensive lift service plan, which includes four service visits in the first year, with continued lift maintenance by the East Midlands branch of Stannah Lift Services, part of a nationwide network providing comprehensive lift servicing and support.

Huzzah! Stannah spurs access to Tudor Museum

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Visitors to Maidstone Museum in Kent have every reason to cheer the arrival of an external Stannah Midilift SL platform lift in this Grade II* listed paragon of Elizabethan architecture, the former Chillington Manor.

Why? Because it brings access to three floors of cultural facilities for people of all mobilities – buggy-pushers and wheelchair-users included. That’s access to internationally important collections of human history and world cultures, and accompanying comfort essentials such as accessible toilets.

Sited in a small courtyard, the through-entry Midilft SL outdoor lift is supplied in a fully glazed structure for easy, flexible installation. Built to withstand the elements, its compact footprint is ideal for space-strapped locations.

In this case, it also supports a policy of democratic access throughout an historic building functioning under the beady eye of Historic England. The considerable access arsenal also includes disabled parking, ramps, onsite wheelchair, and a warm welcome to guide dogs and hard-of-hearing groups.

The 23 individual glass panels and panoramic, fully glazed doors at each level allow the lift to meld with its environment whilst simultaneously showcasing the period features to visitors as they travel a total distance of 3900mm.

Operation is easy via a backlit, push-button control panel, whilst the grab rail, roomy chequer-plate platform and emergency intercom deliver manoeuvrability and reassurance. To conserve energy the ceiling light is timer-operated.

Lyn Palmer, Public Programming Manager at Maidstone Museum, comments:

“We strive to make accessing Maidstone Museum easier for visitors with a disability. In recent years we have implemented a number of changes to ensure convenience for all, with the external Stannah Midilift SL proving an invaluable addition in opening up the first-floor exhibitions.”

As with all Stannah lift products, the external Midilift SL access lift is covered by Stannah’s comprehensive lift service plan, which includes four service visits, with continued lift maintenance by the London and the South East (Dartford)branch of Stannah Lift Services, part of a nationwide network providing comprehensive lift servicing and support.

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A Stannah milestone at London Bridge

Building Products Index Ltd July 25, 2017 Lift Leave a Comment

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London Bridge concourse includes Stannah lifts.

A significant milestone was reached with the opening of an impressive portion of the London Bridge project in August 2016. Phase 2A of the project saw two thirds of the concourse; platforms 4, 5, 6, and 7 plus the extended terminus platform open to the public.

Six Stannah lifts have now been installed in this hugely challenging environment, with the Major Projects team moving mountains to ensure the deadlines were met.

Work began on-site in early 2015 after an additional two years of design and planning.

Installations so far are two 5000kg/66 person goods lifts, two 2500kg/33 person partially-glazed scenic passenger lifts, one part-glazed staff lift providing travel over 3 stops and one smaller part-glazed 1200kg/16 person passenger lift. Every one of these lifts is crucial to the smooth movement of people within the station.

The £1bn redevelopment of London Bridge Station is part of Network Rail’s railway upgrade plan and the government-sponsored Thameslink programme which will transform north-south travel through London by 2018. The programme includes new track and modern trains to provide more reliable journeys for passengers. Network Rail is also untangling the track on the approaches to London Bridge station to reduce the time trains wait for platforms to clear and cut delays. This non-stop hub is estimated to have 56 million passengers passing through in just one year.

Surveying the newly opened section of the concourse, Mark Carne, Network Rail’s chief executive said:

“This is a big step towards the bigger, better railway passengers deserve. The opening of two-thirds of the concourse marks a major milestone in the redevelopment of London Bridge and, while there is plenty still to do, I am pleased passengers can now see the benefits beginning to come through.

“We are essentially rebuilding Britain’s fourth busiest station – the tracks, the platforms and the infrastructure which enables trains to run – while keeping the station open and doing our best to keep passengers moving.”

The clients, Costain and Network Rail offered congratulations to the whole team with communication from the project manager saying:

“I hope the public will be wowed by the scale and finish of the station, but it is unlikely they will appreciate the tremendous effort that you have all put in to get the project to this point. The amount of work achieved every shift on this complex project has been truly staggering. The level of co-ordination and interface management has been extreme at times. These last few months have been particularly tough but you have been resolute and have delivered a fantastic result. In addition, performances by some of our team over the weekend were truly inspirational and ensured we opened in good order.  Whether you have been here from the beginning or are new to the project, a massive thank you for your hard work and dedication in our biggest triumph to date.”

Stannah has a further three partially-glazed scenic lifts to install in Phase 3 of the project during 2017. These will provide access in the Northern Concourse. The final overall project handover is due in 2018. Once complete, the redevelopment will provide passengers with a bigger, better railway, with improved connections from a concourse the size of the pitch at Wembley. This will include over 80 retail units for a spot of en-route shopping.

Ken Price, Major Projects Department Manager comments:

“This project to date has been extremely demanding. The station has been operational so many unsociable hours of working in difficult conditions have got us to this significant point. We are very pleased with the result so far and grateful to our client for the recognition received. The new part of this unique station is very impressive and will certainly make a huge difference to travellers through this constantly busy hub. After a celebration of our progress to date the team are ready for the challenge of the next phase.”

Stannah resume work on London Bridge Phase 3 later in this, their 150th anniversary year. Joseph Stannah began the company making cranes, hoists and then lifts on London’s dockside in 1867 and it is still a family owned and run Brtish business.

To place this in history:

1836: London Bridge station opened measuring 60ft wide x 400ft long

1843: The Thames Tunnel which was constructed in 1843 by Sir Marc Brunel and his son Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

1863: London opened the world’s first underground railway – the Metropolitan Railway

1869: the first steam train travelled through Brunel’s Thames Tunnel

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Stannah Dishes up the Goods in Wetherspoons

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Running a Wetherspoons pub is thirsty work, but a Stannah Goodsmaster CD Plus (chain drive) goods attendant lift makes light work of it in the Leeds City Station outlet of this real-ale chain pub in West Yorkshire.

Lugging up to 1500kg between basement and ground level in this buzzing venue open up to 19 hours a day, 7 days a week, the Goodsmaster’s payload includes barrels of beer, ingredients for an all-day food menu, and the person lugging the goods in and out of the lift.

That’s some consignment, and Stannah Marketing Manager, Jo Monro, states why this goods attendant lift is built for the job:
“This chain-drive goods lift is ideal for installing in locations where headroom and pit are limited. No separate motor room or load bearing shaft is needed and the control cabinet is mounted to suit site requirements. The chain drive is quiet and efficient, with VVF operation for greater levelling accuracy. A Stannah Goodsmaster, that can also carry an attendant when necessary, is just what was needed for this wide-awake Wetherspoons pub in a non-stop location.”

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A tough, grey baked-enamel finish to the car, door and landing entrance help this lift weather the daily load, and stainless steel concertina gates and chequer-plate floor provide further in-transit protection of goods and attendant over a distance of 6 metres.

As with all Stannah lift products, the Goodsmaster CD Plus goods attendant lift is covered by Stannah’s comprehensive lift servicing plan, with four service visits and out-of-hours service cover in the first year by the North West England and North Wales branch of Stannah Lift Services, part of a nationwide network providing comprehensive lift servicing and support.

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A new generation of Piccolo – One of our best lifts just got better

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Looks like a passenger lift? Check. Functions like a passenger lift? Check. All the gorgeous interior options of a passenger lift range? No problem!

Whilst technically being a machinery directive platform lift, our Piccolo looks just like a passenger lift with sliding doors, fully automatic cabin and landing controls. With its compact shaft size, minimal pit and headroom and its use of single-phase power supply, it’s the passenger lift your project needs with none of the headache.

Plus – we have made the installation of this groundbreaking product even easier with the introduction of the Stannah FX structure option. Unique to Stannah, the FX structure comprises of a ‘shaft within a shaft’. Erected by our engineers, it negates the need for scaffolding within the shaft – saving both time and money on site. Travel is now up to 12m and with smaller cabin sizes available, this lift is now even more adaptable to your project.

Piccolo offers the best of both worlds and is ideal in sites where digging a pit is neither practical nor possible. It delivers much of the functionality of a passenger lift but can be accommodated in surprisingly small spaces. It’s a great alternative to a traditional platform lift when the position of the lift is against a load bearing wall and a shaft can easily be created. It’s stylish, conventional appearance means it looks great in both public buildings, schools and colleges, shops and restaurants or even in your own home. It lends itself well to existing buildings but is equally at home in new-build projects.

The only thing you have to worry about with a Piccolo lift is letting us know your specifications. This is the lift for passengers – that isn’t a passenger lift!

To find out more call us on 01264 339090, email: liftsales@stannah.co.uk or go to http://www.stannahlifts.co.uk/platform-lifts/vertical/piccolo.asp

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