Units A & C Stanton Harcourt Industrial Estate. New industrial units built by Keith Cook Construction

Keith Cook Construction is currently undertaking an exciting new project at Stanton Harcourt Industrial Estate, where two new units, Unit A and Unit C, are being developed. The combined area of these units is a substantial 2585 m2.

These buildings are designed to meet Grade A UPC Rating standards, ensuring high-quality construction and energy efficiency. Additionally, the project includes the installation of two large Solar Panel arrays, which will contribute to the sustainability of the development.

In line with environmental considerations, the regeneration of the external areas is also planned with local wildlife in mind, aiming to create a harmonious balance between industrial development and natural preservation.

Enabling Works.

This included a HV Cable diversion around the site perimeter.

Main Works.

Site strip and Reduce dig under watching brief.

Foundations, Steel Frame.

Cladded Roofing Panels (Supplied and installed by ISC System Ltd, Banbury)

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The KS1000RW panels are through-fix, trapezoidal profiled insulated roof panels, designed for applications with roof pitches of 4° or more after deflection. These panels come in a variety of lengths, ranging from standard (1.8 - 14.5 meters) to longer, non-standard options (up to 29.2 meters), accommodating a wide range of building sizes and specifications.

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Ground floor slab preparation.

Slab constructed with Type 1, sand blinding, Gas membrane, insulation and a 175mm concrete slab with mesh.

Concrete Slabs

The new concrete slabs are installed to FM2 tolerance. The FM2 tolerance is achieved through the use of a laser screed, a cutting-edge technology that ensures the concrete is placed with high accuracy. The laser screed helps in producing a level and uniform surface, which is crucial for warehouses, industrial sites, and any facility that requires a flat floor for operational purposes.

Masonry Works

The construction work on the retaining wall at the rear of the site has been completed, including the block work up to the first level.

Next, the scaffolding will be installed.

Wall Cladding.

The Units require an "A" EPC Rating for efficiency. The panel of choice was the Kingspan Quadcore AWP KS1000 MM panel. These advanced insulated panels are renowned for their superior thermal performance, fire resistance, and aesthetic appeal.