Project Overview
Client: One of the UK’s Largest Fire Protection Companies
Location: Rookery Energy from Waste (EFW) Facility
Project Duration: Just under 3 months
Services Provided:
- 4-man multi-skilled rope access team
- Qualified team of pipe fitters/installers
- Installation of client supplied VESDA fire detection system
Scope of Work
#thinkaccess was commissioned to install a VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus) pipe fire detection system in the Rookery EFW facility. The installation focused on four high-traffic and critical work areas: the Turbine Hall, Balance of Plant (BOP), Flue Gas Treatment (FGT), and Boiler Hall. This project was critical for enhancing early fire detection and ensuring the safety of the facility.
Project Solution
Detailed Planning and Execution:
Team Preparation:
• Assembled a 4-man multi-skilled rope access team alongside a qualified team of pipe fitters and installers.
• Conducted thorough safety briefings and risk assessments to align with the stringent standards required for critical industrial environments.
• Leveraged detailed drawings and specifications provided by the client to plan the installation phases meticulously, ensuring minimal disruption to operations in high-traffic areas.
• Inspected and prepared the client-supplied VESDA pipe system to ensure it met all necessary safety and operational standards.
Installation Process:#thinkaccess were trusted to deliver results having already successfully installed the sprinkler system to the same areas for the client. This meant the client had full confidence that the works would be completed to a high standard and in a tight timescale.
The team pulled on the expertise of the sprinkler install team and management to ensure that all works were correctly completed and delays kept to a minimum.
Project Results
Completion Time: The project was completed in just under three months, showcasing efficient project management and execution.
Budget: The entire installation was completed within the allocated budget, demonstrating cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safety.
Operational Success: The Rookery EFW now features a fully functional VESDA pipe fire detection system, significantly enhancing early fire detection capabilities and overall facility safety.
Conclusion
#thinkaccess successfully installed the VESDA pipe fire detection system at Rookery EFW, demonstrating the company’s expertise in managing complex installations in high-risk environments. The project not only met the client’s stringent requirements but also underscored the critical role of skilled rope access teams and qualified installers in delivering advanced fire detection solutions.
