PROFAB ACCESS LTD

INNOVATION DRIVE
WOLVERHAMPTON
WEST MIDLANDS WV9 5GA

Tel: 01827 718222
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Suppliers of: Access Panels, Access Doors, Riser Doors, wall Access Hatches, ceiling access panels, steel security doors, loft access doors, loft doors, access doors

Profab Access Ltd supply a wide range of Access Panels, Riser Doors and Steel Doors suitable for all types of projects. Our range of products provide elegant and seamless access to a wide range of services whilst maintaining aesthetics without compromise.

Profab Access Panels:

Profab Access Ltd has been a household name for quality None Fire Rated & Fire Rated Access Panels since 2001. Our products have developed over the years predominantly lead by architects looking for high-quality products with the option of fire performance, without compromising on aesthetics. Frequently specified in commercial and residential buildings where clean and concealed maintenance-free access is required to mechanical or electrical services within ceilings and walls.

Designed and manufactured in our UK factory to your exact specification, Profab Access Panels fit seamlessly in masonry walls, shaft walls & drywall partitions.

CERTIFIRE Access Panels Only Available by Profab. Please visit our website to view our certification.

OPTIONS:

  • Acoustic Rated up to 39dB
  • Part L Compliant
  • Part J Compliant
  • Smoke Seals
  • Choice of Fire Rating to suit Requirements
    • Non-Fire Rated
    • 1 Hour Fire Rated
    • 2 Hour Fire Rated
  • Choice of Door Finish to suit Finishing Requirements
    • Metal Door
    • Plasterboard Door
    • Tile/Clad Door
  • Choice of Frame Profiles to suit Finishing Requirements
    • Beaded Frame
    • Picture Frame
  • Choice of Lock Profiles to suit Finishing Requirements
    • Budget Lock
    • Push Catch
    • Security Lock

Please contact our technical team for further information on our Access Panels.

Profab Concealed Riser Doors

Profab Concealed Riser Doors have evolved over 16 years, predominantly lead by architects looking for a higher fire performing an alternative to traditional timber riser doors, without compromising on aesthetics. Frequently specified by architects in commercial and residential buildings where clean and concealed maintenance-free access is required to mechanical or electrical services within the riser shaft.

Designed and manufactured in our UK factory to your exact specification, Profab Riser Doors fit seamlessly in masonry walls, shaft walls & drywall partitions.

As standard, our metal riser doors come 2-hour fire rated 3rd party certified by CERTIFIRE, 35dB acoustic rated, smoke sealed & Airtight to Part L.

Riser doors can be upgraded to achieve 42dB and 44dB acoustic ratings.

 

CERTIFIRE Riser Doors Only Available by Profab. Please visit our website to view our certification.

STANDARD FEATURES:

  • Certifire Fire Rated to 240: Minutes
  • 35dB Acoustic Shielding
  • Airtight to Part L
  • Frame Construction: 1.5mm Zintec
  • Door Construction: 1.2mm Zintec
  • Rockwool Core Door Leaf
  • Intumescent Smoke Seals
  • Fully Welded Rigid Box Section Frame
  • Multi-Point Locking
  • Concealed Continuous Piano Hinge
  • Fully Powered Coated Matt RAL9010
  • Suitable for Finishing On-Site

Please contact our technical team for further information on our Riser Doors.

Certified Fire Rated Steel Doorsets

Profab certified fire rated steel doorsets have evolved over 7 years. Frequently specified by architects for back of house or basements areas as well as sports halls and pedestrian fire escapes. Designed with the industry expected adjustable fixings and security capping channels as well as integrated astragals and stainless steel top and bottom channels.

Designed and manufactured in our UK factory, Profab offers a totally bespoke service with all products manufactured to order.

As standard, fire rated steel doors come 3rd party certified by Certifire and CE marked were applicable. With the options of smoke seals, acoustic ratings and U-Values.

 

ACCESS COVERS Cable Outlet
ACCESS COVERS Ceilings
ACCESS COVERS Double Leaf
ACCESS COVERS Fire Rated
ACCESS COVERS Fire Rated BS 476:Part 20:1987 1 Hour
ACCESS COVERS Fire Rated BS 476:Part 22 1 Hour
ACCESS COVERS Fire Rated BS 476:Part 22 1.5 Hour
ACCESS COVERS Fire Rated BS 476:Part 22 2 Hour
ACCESS COVERS Fire Resistant
ACCESS COVERS Galvanised Steel BT Approved
ACCESS COVERS Gypsum Faced
ACCESS COVERS High Security
ACCESS COVERS Insulated
ACCESS COVERS Internal
ACCESS COVERS Lightweight Slim
ACCESS COVERS Plasterboard Faced
ACCESS COVERS Purpose Made
ACCESS COVERS Tiled Walls
ACCESS COVERS Wall
ACCESS DOORS Acoustic Plasterboard
ACCESS DOORS Ceilings
ACCESS DOORS Double Leaf
ACCESS DOORS EN 124
ACCESS DOORS Fire Rated
ACCESS DOORS For Tiling
ACCESS DOORS Lockable
ACCESS DOORS Plumbing
ACCESS DOORS Purpose Made
ACCESS DOORS Recessed
ACCESS DOORS Riser Doors .See Also RISER DOORS:
ACCESS DOORS Steel: Galvanised Steel
ACCESS DOORS Steel: Stainless Steel
ACCESS DOORS Walls
ACCESS DOORS Walls L-Shaped Walls
ACCESS DOORS Walls Loft Eaves Access
ACCESS DOORS Walls Understairs Access
ACCESS HATCHES See Also ACCESS COVERS: See Also ROOF ACCESS HATCHES:/LOFT ACCESS DOORS:
ACCESS PANELS Acoustic
ACCESS PANELS Airtight
ACCESS PANELS Airtight Air Test Compliant Part L
ACCESS PANELS Airtight Approved Document J
ACCESS PANELS Airtight BS 5250: 2002
ACCESS PANELS Airtight Building Regulations Part L
ACCESS PANELS Airtight Gas Safe
ACCESS PANELS Aluminium
ACCESS PANELS Aluminium Plasterboard Inlay
ACCESS PANELS Antibacterial / Antimicrobial
ACCESS PANELS Bathroom / Wetroom Inspection Covers Ceramic Tile Applications
ACCESS PANELS Ceiling
ACCESS PANELS Circular
ACCESS PANELS Circular Metal
ACCESS PANELS Clad Walls
ACCESS PANELS Cleanroom / Clean Zones
ACCESS PANELS Concealed
ACCESS PANELS Concealed Tiled
ACCESS PANELS Dry Lined Walls
ACCESS PANELS Duct Inspection
ACCESS PANELS Fire Rated
ACCESS PANELS Fire Rated BS 476:1987 Part 22
ACCESS PANELS Fire Rated BS EN 1634 Certifire
ACCESS PANELS Floor
ACCESS PANELS Flue Inspection Hatches Gas Safe
ACCESS PANELS Flue Inspection Hatches Gas Safe Airtight
ACCESS PANELS For Tiling
ACCESS PANELS Hospitals / Clean Rooms / Hygienic / Food
ACCESS PANELS Inspection Only
ACCESS PANELS Invisible Closure Systems
ACCESS PANELS Lockable
ACCESS PANELS Metal
ACCESS PANELS Metal Wall Tile Fitting / Tile Insert
ACCESS PANELS Plasterboard Walls
ACCESS PANELS Plastered Walls
ACCESS PANELS Plastic
ACCESS PANELS Plumbing
ACCESS PANELS Purpose Made
ACCESS PANELS Riser Doors .See Also RISER DOORS:
ACCESS PANELS Stainless Steel
ACCESS PANELS Steel:
ACCESS PANELS Suspended Ceilings
ACCESS PANELS Tiled Door
ACCESS PANELS Tiled Walls
ACCESS PANELS Wall
DOOR ENGINEERING Glazed Aluminium Profile Systems
DOOR ENGINEERING Glazed Steel Profile Systems
DOOR ENGINEERING Glazed Steel Profile Systems BS 476:Part 22 120 Minutes
DOOR ENGINEERING Glazed Steel Profile Systems Bullet Resistant BS EN 1522 FB3-FB7
DOOR ENGINEERING Glazed Steel Profile Systems Fire Resistant BS EN 1634-1
DOOR ENGINEERING Glazed Steel Profile Systems Security ENV 1627 RC3 RC4
DOOR FURNITURE Emergency Exit
DOOR PANELS Aluminium Louvre
DOOR PANELS Steel Louvre
DOOR PROFILES Glazed Aluminium Systems
DOOR PROFILES Glazed Steel Systems
DOOR SEALS Fire Resisting Doors Certifire Certificate Holders
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Anodised
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Glazed:
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Glazed: Fire Resistant
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Glazed: Glazed Aluminium Profile Systems
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Glazed: Glazed Aluminium Sections
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Glazed: Smokeproof DIN 18095
DOORS COMMERCIAL Aluminium Stainless Steel Appearance
DOORS COMMERCIAL Blast Resistant
DOORS COMMERCIAL Bullet Resistant
DOORS COMMERCIAL Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627
DOORS COMMERCIAL Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627 Class RC3
DOORS COMMERCIAL Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627 Class RC4
DOORS COMMERCIAL EN 14351-1:2006 A1:2010 CE Marked
DOORS COMMERCIAL Entrance
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Aluminium
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Aluminium Polyester Powdercoated
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred BS EN 14351-1 CE Marked
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Security PAS 24
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Security Secured by Design
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Steel
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Steel Polyester Powdercoated
DOORS COMMERCIAL Louvred Ventilation Doors
DOORS COMMERCIAL Security PAS24
DOORS COMMERCIAL Security Secured By Design
DOORS COMMERCIAL Sliding
DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Internal
DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Glazed
DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Glazed Glazed Steel Profile Systems
DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Glazed PAS 24
DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Glazed Purpose Made
DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Glazed Secured by Design
DOORS DOMESTIC SECURITY Blast Proof BS EN 13124-2
DOORSETS Blast Resistant
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel BS EN 14351-1 CE Marked
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel BS EN 16034 CE Marked
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Commercial
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Double
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Fire Block Louvres
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Glazed
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Insulated
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Louvred Ventilated
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Security
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Glazed
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Mineral Wool Core
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Polyurethane Foamed Core
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Resin Impregnated Honeycomb Core
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Solid Timber Core
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Steel Core Acoustic Rated DIN 52210
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Steel Core Part M Compliant
DOORSETS Ready Hung Steel Faced Steel Core Smoke Tight DIN 18095
DOORSETS Riser Doorsets
EMERGENCY EXIT DOORS Panic Exits Door and Hardware
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Escape Doors
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Blast Resistant See Also DOORS COMMERCIAL: Blast Resistant
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627 Class RC4
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Glazed Steel Profile Systems
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Glazed Steel Profile Systems Bullet Resistant BS EN 1522 FB3-FB7
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Glazed Steel Profile Systems Fire Resistant
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core Colourcoated
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core EN 16034:2014
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core Fire Resistant / Soundproof / Burglar Resistant
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core Fire Resistant BS EN 1634-1
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core Glazed
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core Glazed Powdercoated
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core Noise Reduction
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Steel Faced Steel Core System Profiles
ENTRANCE DOORS COMMERCIAL Swing Hinged
FIRE CHECK DOORS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634 BS 476 Part 22 or BWF Certifire FD120
FIRE CHECK DOORS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634 BS 476 Part 22 or BWF Certifire FD240
FIRE CHECK DOORS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634 BS 476 Part 22 or BWF Certifire FD60
FIRE CHECK DOORS Domestic BWF Certifire FD120 or BS 476 Part 22
FIRE CHECK DOORS Domestic BWF Certifire FD240 or BS 476 Part 22
FIRE CHECK DOORS Domestic BWF Certifire FD60 or BS 476 Part 22
FIRE CHECK DOORS Security Combined Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel BS 476 Parts 20 and 22 60 Mins
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel BS 476 Parts 20 and 22 120 Mins
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel BS 476 Parts 20 and 22 240 Mins
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel BS EN 1643
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel Fire Block Ventilation Louvres Incorporated
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel Glazed DIN EN 1634-1 EI120 Classification
FIRE CHECK DOORS Steel Glazed DIN EN 1634-1 EI90 Classification
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Acoustic Fire Resistant Resistance
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Acoustic Fire Resistant Resistance BS 476 Part 22 or BWF Certifire
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Apartments Flats Communal Entrance Fire Rated 30 Minutes
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Apartments Flats Communal Entrance Fire Rated 60 Minutes
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634/BS 476 Part 22/BWF Certifire FD120
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634/BS 476 Part 22/BWF Certifire FD240
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634/BS 476 Part 22/BWF Certifire FD30
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Commercial Industrial Educational Healthcare BS EN 1634/BS 476 Part 22/BWF Certifire FD60
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Glazed Aluminium Profile Frames
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Glazed Aluminium Profile Frames Fire Resistant DIN 4102 T30/F30 (EI30)
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Glazed Aluminium Profile Frames Fire Resistant DIN 4102 T90/F90 (EI90)
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Glazed Steel Profile Systems
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Glazed Steel Profile Systems BS476:Part22:1987 90 Minutes
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Security PAS 24-1:1999 BS 476 Part 22 or BWF Certifire
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Smoke Control Combined BS 476 Part 22 or BWF Certifire FD30S
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Smoke Control Smoketight DIN 18095
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Steel
FIRE CHECK DOORSETS Steel External BS EN 14351-1 and EN 16034 CE Marked
FIRE CHECK ENTRANCE DOORS Security Combined Burglar Resistant DIN ENV 1627
FIRE RESISTANT DOORS .See Also FIRE CHECK DOORS:
INDUSTRIAL DOORS Louvred Aluminium
INDUSTRIAL DOORS Louvred BS EN 14351-1 CE Marked
INDUSTRIAL DOORS Louvred Security PAS 24
INDUSTRIAL DOORS Louvred Security Secured by Design
INDUSTRIAL DOORS Louvred Steel
INDUSTRIAL DOORS Louvred Ventilation Doors
INDUSTRIAL DOORSETS Steel Acoustic
INDUSTRIAL DOORSETS Steel Fire Resistant
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Fire Rated
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Fire Rated BS 476:Part 22 .1/2 hour / 30 Minutes FR30
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Fire Rated BS 476:Part 22 1 Hour / 60 Minutes
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Lockable
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Loft Hatches
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Loft Hatches Fire Rated Certifire
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Loft Hatches Insulated Warrington Fire Research Certificate
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Loft Hatches Purpose Made Bespoke Custom Built
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Loft Hatches Push Up Lid No Hinge
LOFT ACCESS DOORS Steel
LOUVRE PANELS Steel
PARTITIONS Glazed Steel Wall Sections
PARTITIONS Glazed Steel Wall Sections Fire Resistant BS EN 1634-1 2 Hours
PARTITIONS Glazed Steel Wall Sections Fire Resistant BS476:Part22:1987 120 Minutes
PARTITIONS Glazed Steel Wall Sections Integral Doors
RISER DOORS Concealed
RISER DOORS Fire Rated BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 60 Minutes
RISER DOORS Fire Rated Certifire Approved 240 Minutes
SECURITY DOORS Anti-Bandit Attack Resistant
SECURITY DOORS Bomb Resistant Blast Doors .See Also DOORS COMMERCIAL: Blast Resistant
SECURITY DOORS LPCB Certified LPS 1175 SR1 to SR3
SECURITY DOORS LPCB Certified LPS 1175-3 SR4
SECURITY DOORS Steel
SECURITY DOORS Steel Armoured Blast Resistant - Certified to EXR2 of EN 13124-2
SECURITY DOORS Steel Armoured Blast Resistant EN 1627 Level 4
SECURITY DOORS Steel Blast Resistant ENV 1627 Level 4
SECURITY DOORS Steel BS EN 1627:2011
SECURITY DOORS Steel Burglar Resistant ENV 1627 Class RC3
SECURITY DOORS Steel Burglar Resistant ENV 1627 Class RC4
SECURITY DOORS Steel DD ENV 1627:1999
SECURITY DOORS Steel Glazed Vision Panels
SECURITY DOORS Steel Louvres Incorporated
SECURITY DOORS Steel PAS 24
SECURITY DOORS Steel Secured by Design
SECURITY DOORS Steel Warrington Exova Certisecure STS202 BR2
SECURITY DOORS Steel Warrington Exova Certisecure STS202 BR3
SECURITY DOORS Ventilated
SECURITY DOORSETS Bullet Resistant Ballistic Resistance BS 5051:Part 1
SECURITY DOORSETS Fire Resistant FD 90
SECURITY DOORSETS Purpose Made
SECURITY DOORSETS Secured by Design
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel Glazed Vision Panels
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel Louvred PAS 24
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel Louvred Secured by Design
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel Louvred Ventilating
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel LPCB Certified LPS 1175-7 Class 3
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel LPCB Certified LPS 1175-7 SR2
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel LPCB Certified LPS 1175-7 SR3
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel LPCB Certified LPS 1175-7 SR4
SECURITY DOORSETS Steel Faced Steel Core
SLIDING DOORS Automatic
SLIDING DOORS Automatic Burglar Resistant DIN V ENV 1627 RC3 / RC4
SLIDING DOORS Commercial
SLIDING DOORS Commercial Entrance
SLIDING DOORS Glazed Steel Frame
SLIDING DOORS Glazed Steel Profile Systems
SLIDING DOORS Glazed Steel Profile Systems Fire Resistant
SLIDING DOORS Glazed Steel Profile Systems Fire Resistant BS476:Part22: 1987 30/30
SLIDING DOORS Glazed Steel Profile Systems Security Burglar Resistant ENV 1627 RC3 / RC4
SUSPENDED CEILING Access Frame Access Panels
ALTA 3000 Series Access Panels
ARIA 5000 Series Access Panels
ECHO 7000 Series Access Panels
GLAS-DOR Glazed Fire Resistant Steel Doorsets and Profiles
IMAGE 2000 Series Access Panels
INTEGRA 4000 Series Riser Access Doors
NOVOFERM Doors and Doorsets
NOVOFIRE Aluminium Door Elements / Profiles Frames
PERFORMANCE Steel Doors
PRIMA 1000 Series Access Panels
PRO-INNA-DOR Steel Fire Doors
PRO-OUTA-DOR External Steel Doors
PRO-OUTA-DOR PREMIO Steel Doors
PURA 9000 Series Access Panels
SECUR-DOR Intruder Resistant Doors / Blast Resistant Doors
SELECT Steel Doors
SPIRA 6000 Series Circular Access Panels
TUFF-DOR Steel Security Doors
TUFF-VENT Louvred Security Doors
VEGA 1500 Series Riser Access Doors
VENT-DOR Louvre Doors
VISION 8000 Series Riser Access Doors

Profab Access and BDL achieve engineering excellence at 8 Bishopsgate

July 2024

8 Bishopsgate, a 50-storey tower located on the corner of two of London’s most prominent streets, is the UK’s most sustainable speculative office tower and the tallest building ever awarded BREEAM Outstanding at design stage.

Developed by Mitsubishi Estates and Stanhope and described as a building full of innovation, the 570,000 sq. ft building features London’s highest solar panels, in addition to 18 litres of fresh air per person being drawn from outside every second, as part of its design ambitions to achieve both low embodied carbon and to be low-carbon in operation.

As part of the construction process, BDL, one of the UK’s largest specialist dry lining contractors, has collaborated with riser door and access panel solution manufacturer, Profab Access, to supply and install significant quantities of access solutions as part of the project’s aims to optimise material efficiency.

Just under 1,000 of Profab Access’ INTEGRA 4000 Series Riser Doors and accompanying PRECISION Adjustable Frames have been installed by BDL’s contractors throughout every storey of the building, which includes 75,000 sq. ft of communal space in the form of terraces, cafes and a deli, in addition to a 200 person capacity auditorium.

Throughout the design and engineering stages, Profab Access worked in conjunction with BDL to manufacture the PRECISION certified frame system to make the installation of each riser door throughout 8 Bishopsgate safer, faster and simpler.

Peter Fillmore, Project Development Manager at BDL, said: “By working in partnership with Profab Access we have been able to significantly reduce the time required to install such a significant quantity of riser doors, whilst also minimising manual handling requirements for our contractors.

“As a result, on-site efficiencies have been increased, enabling us to ensure project timescales have been successfully maintained throughout each stage of the project. This is how all riser doors should be installed and we’re extremely proud to have been able to use this revolutionary system as part of the construction of such an iconic building as 8 Bishopsgate.”

The only product of its kind currently available, the expertly engineered PRECISION Adjustable Frame completely transforms the installation process as it enables the frame to be fully adjusted to meet the specific dimensions of each structural opening.

Featuring a continual adjustable steel packer system, the PRECISION Adjustable Frame also ensures the installation of each riser door throughout 8 Bishopsgate is fit for purpose, by providing the highest standards in accuracy, whilst also removing the requirement for traditionally used packers during installation.

The engineered frame also features built in factory applied intumescent fire rated mastic strips to the outer frame, which provides fire stopping between the wall and the frame. This eliminates the reliance of the correct thickness of intumescent mastic bead being applied, removing any potential margin for error and ensuring compliance and adequacy of the entire installation.

Frank Gillen, Construction Director at BDL, said: “The PRECISION Adjustable Frame has enabled us to achieve safe and efficient installation throughout 8 Bishopsgate that also delivers the highest possible standards of compliance and certification.

“The frame’s factory applied integral all-in-one smoke, intumescent and acoustic FS1000 seal provides a guaranteed fire seal, which eliminates the requirement for our installers to physically enter the riser shaft and any associated health and safety concerns. It also reduces the number of quality assurance checks required once the installation has been completed, as its competency has already been assured.

“We have been working with Profab Access for over 15 years and through our longstanding relationship we have built a strong partnership that is formed upon a combined dedication to innovation. Together, we are continuously identifying how we can increase on site efficiencies and safety and 8 Bishopsgate is a prime representation of this.”

The INTEGRA 4000 Series Riser Doors and PRECISION Adjustable Frames will provide maintenance engineers with safe and secure access to electrical and mechanical services, without impacting the overall interior design scheme.

Tony Grayson, Project Manager at BDL, said: “The addition of the PRECISION Adjustable Frame has made the installation of riser doors approximately 30% quicker when compared to traditional installation methods. I cannot fault the frame, it makes installation very easy and significantly reduces manual handling concerns as no adjustments are required. This ensures the highest standards of safety for our team when fitting the riser doors on site and we see this as the future for how riser doors should be installed.

“The riser doors have been delivered on site ahead of time and we have worked closely with Profab Access’ engineering and design team, who have frequently visited the site, to ensure the installation goes as smoothly as possible to achieve a finish of the highest possible standard.”

As part of its commitment to construction excellence, Profab Access is the UK’s first manufacturer to have its concealed Riser Doors bi-directionally fire tested and certified by an accredited third party. The PRECISION adjustable frame has also been bi-directionally fire tested as an entire doorset with the INTEGRA 4000 Series Riser Door for up to 120 minutes, receiving the CERTIFIRE accreditation for installation in unlined shaft walls and solid wall construction.

This provides BDL, Mitsubishi Estates and Stanhope with a completely certified solution, as both the frame and the riser door have been bi-directionally tested as a single doorset and are supplied with comprehensive documentation to evidence their performance credentials and adherence to all relevant regulations, including BS EN 1634-1:2014 +A1:2018.

Profab Acces’ Commercial Director said: “8 Bishopsgate is a building full of innovation and the installation of our riser doors and adjustable frame perfectly embodies this commitment, as it has completely revolutionised the approach to how riser doors should be installed. Together with BDL we are making history as we create a new generation of innovation that provides the highest possible standards of performance and compliance.”

The INTEGRA 4000 Series Riser Doors are 35dB acoustic rated, smoke sealed and airtight to Part L. In the event of a fire, the doors will maintain their frame and integrity for up to two hours, limiting the spread of fire and transmission of radiant heat for this period of time. The doors’ intumescent smoke seals also enables occupants to safely exit the building, whilst subsequently minimising potential damage to other areas of the construction.

Profab Access’ comprehensive portfolio of access panels and riser doors are manufactured in-house at its UK headquarters and are supplied with impressive lead times. The products are supported by a wide range of BIM Level 2 and CAD files to aid the specification process and streamline the initial design stages.

For further information on Profab Access and its range of riser doors, access panels, and steel doors, call +44(0)1827 719051 or visit www.profabaccess.com.

For further information on BDL, call 0208 900 0221 or visit www.bdl.co

Ensuring fire safety in high rise buildings: The essential role of access panels

June 2024

In the dynamic environment of commercial and industrial buildings, facilities managers are tasked with the responsibility of maintaining a safe environment for building occupants and crucial to that is minimising fire risks.

Following the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, The Golden Thread concept was introduced as part of the Building Safety Act, which highlights the need for better documentation, transparency and accountability in the context of building safety and management.

Naturally, facilities management professionals are some of those with the greatest responsibility for ensuring that the Golden Thread of building safety information is maintained, accessible and up-to-date.

This requires the accurate documentation of any changes, upgrades or maintenance work carried out, which contributes to recording the overall building safety and regulatory compliance.

Commercial and industrial buildings will house numerous complex systems, including fire suppression systems, electrical installations and HVAC infrastructure; all of which require routine inspections and maintenance to ensure their efficiency and compliance with safety regulations.

One critical component that facilitates this maintenance is access panels. Beyond their functional purpose of providing access for maintenance personnel to inspect, service and repair systems, access panels play a significant yet often overlooked role when it comes to fire safety.

During the building’s initial construction, major contractors should seek to install fire rated access panels where third-party certification can be supplied.

An example of this third-party certification is the Certifire scheme, which ensures the quality and reliability of fire protection products, thus guaranteeing that these have been rigorously tested and comply with relevant safety standards within the Building Safety Act.

Certifire accredited access panels can ensure the highest standards of safety and protection against the spread of flames and smoke in the event of a fire through swift containment, which in turn, can minimise property damage and save lives.

The installation of these panels will ensure that facilities managers will always be able to provide third party certification for these products at the time of installation, which provides them peace of mind within the buildings they maintain, and ensures that adherence to the Golden Thread and legal compliance is achieved.

In order to achieve this, facilities managers should maintain an up-to-date record of access panel locations, which clearly specifies their purpose.

This information – which will be proactively shared by conscientious suppliers – helps in identifying access points which provide crucial entry to fire suppression systems, allowing easy inspection, repair and maintenance, as well as enabling emergency responders quick and efficient access during the event of a fire.

In addition, any modifications made to access panels, such as installations, maintenance, relocations or upgrades, should be promptly recorded. This documentation aids in tracking the history and condition of access panels, ensuring that maintenance is conducted timely and potential fire safety risks are swiftly addressed.

Finally, irrespective of the industry, compliance with fire safety regulations is essential.

Accurate documentation of access panels assists facility managers in demonstrating compliance to regulatory authorities during building inspections and audits. Outdated or inadequate documentation can lead to compliance issues, costly penalties, or in worst case scenarios, compromised fire safety.

Third-party Certifire tested and accredited access panels can ensure the highest standards of safety and protection against the spread of flames and smoke in the event of a fire through swift containment, which in turn, can minimise property damage and save lives.

Access panels stand as vital components in the broader framework of fire safety within commercial and industrial buildings, through facilitating routine inspections, efficient maintenance, and swift access during firefighting efforts in the event of an emergency.

The relationship between fire rated access panels and the Golden Thread highlights the necessity of meticulous record-keeping throughout the building’s lifecycle, which not only helps in maintaining regulatory compliance, but also enhances the overall fire safety management of the building.

By prioritising this, facilities managers can plan an essential role in fortifying the building’s fire safety resilience, create a safer environment for occupants and ensure that fire safety obligations are met.

For further information on Profab Access and its range of riser doors, access panels, and steel doors, call +44(0)1827 718 222 or visit www.profabaccess.com.

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