In order for the complex project to run smoothly, they required a single electrical and structured cabling partner for the building system infrastructure. GCL, with their previous experience of refurbishing multi-occupancy residences, were the perfect choice.
Naturally, the 24-hour safety of their residents and staff was a priority for Kind & Co, who wanted:
• Peace of mind that every element of the multi-discipline project would be professionally managed, from the first meeting, through to installation and completion
• Full surveys of all the existing electrical, lighting, telecommunications and fire alarm systems in the four storey building
• Design and installation of the most appropriate and cost effective equipment throughout
• Equipment to meet all modern requirements and reduce the building’s carbon footprint
This multi-discipline job presented GCL with many challenges, including:
• Reconfiguring an existing building is always more challenging than starting from scratch
• GCL were given a tight timescale
• The existing electrical supply was not sufficient for the proposed new electrical load
• All safety installations were out of date
GCL worked closely with the client throughout, from design and construction, onto ‘soft landing’ to ensure operational performance was optimised.
• CCTV system with 47 internal HD cameras in reception, lift, corridors and communal areas; and HD cameras on 9 external doors and 4 external gates
• Fully networkable 64 channel digital recording suite linked to all cameras,
• Honeywell intruder alarm and door entry system with control panel, entry phone, speaker and key pad; alarms in 7 disabled toilets
• New fire alarm system with 200 fully addressable Apollo heat and smoke detectors; and Kentec panel for ‘see at a glance’ zone detection and automatic fire alarm activation
• New telecoms suite, with cabling for ground floor offices • New heating system & plant room
• Sensor controlled high frequency T5 lighting in all communal areas, including stairwells and kitchens, where contactor control allows for isolation of any one of 20 individual cookers
• Hassle-free one-stop shop for every element of their upgrade
• Top quality work completed on time and on budget
• All CCTV, telecoms and fire alarm cables installed simultaneously
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