Quorum | Industrial Land Transformation
Challenge.
The challenge at the Heaton Chapel Quorum site, Crossley Road, Unit 17, involved the redevelopment of approximately 0.71 acres of previously industrial land. ACS took on the task of remediating the existing ground formation in collaboration with principal designers. The goal was to create a new warehouse facility with first-floor office space, encompassing external site works such as hard standings, car parking, landscaping, and a drainage scheme with outfall connections into the existing sewers on Crossley Road.
Solution.
This project provided ACS with an opportunity to showcase its expertise in delivering high-quality structural building works, interior fit-out works, and solar panel systems. The complexities included intricate drainage connection works into the main road drainage scheme.
Site remediation and vibro piling
ACS implemented vibro piling to ensure stable ground conditions for the warehouse construction following site remediation.
Concrete foundations and floor slab construction
In-situ concrete foundations were laid, supporting a ground floor slab covering 1250m², along with the construction of a 250m² first-floor office space.
Portal steel framed building
ACS appointed a specialist from their approved contractor list to design and erect the portal steel-framed building.
Cladding and roofing works
Built-up cladding and composite wall/roofing works were executed by contractors under ACS management team supervision.
Interior fit-out
ACS contractors handled the interior and building fit-out works.
External service yards and drainage connections
ACS trained direct labour operatives completed the external service yards and drainage connections.
Outcome.
The project was successfully completed within the agreed-upon timescales and budgets. The final result adhered to the design specifications, meeting the satisfaction of the client. ACS effectively addressed the complexities of the project, demonstrating its capability to deliver a multifaceted and high-quality industrial development.
