Client Feedback
Brand Access Solutions worked collaboratively with BAM, Manchester Airport Group and Buro Happold to develop a QuikDeck solution that met the project’s strict structural loading requirements while allowing the terminal to remain fully operational. Their technical expertise, detailed design support and phased installation programme gave all parties confidence in the solution, and the installation team demonstrated an excellent understanding of the sensitive nature of the works. Overall, the QuikDeck system was a complete success, providing a safe, flexible working platform with minimal impact on airport operations.”
– L. Benson, Project Manager, BAM Construction
Scope
The scope included:
- Design, supply, and installation of a 2,400 sqm QuikDeck® suspended platform
- HAKI staircases (x4) for safe access to the platform
- Hoists for materials handling
- Shrink-wrap encapsulation for containment and safety
- Tube and fitting scaffolding for supplementary works
- Full in-house engineering design as a turnkey access solution
Challenge
- Passenger Safety and Access: The platform needed to be fully sealed to prevent debris falling into public areas, while ensuring unrestricted passenger movement to check-in desks.
- Strict Structural Load Limits: Existing roof trusses imposed a maximum allowable load of 60 kg/sqm, which had to include both the platform’s dead load and the live working load.
- Integration of Temporary Services: The solution needed to accommodate temporary lighting and other essential utilities for the works.
Solution
- Installed a fully sealed QuikDeck® suspended platform to allow ceiling replacement without impacting the public space below.
- Used lightweight composite boards to reduce the dead weight of the platform while maintaining full load capacity within the 60 kg/sqm limit.
- Chain-suspended design eliminated the need for supports in public areas, preserving full operational space.
- Integrated temporary lighting and other services into the QuikDeck structure.
- Combined QuikDeck with HAKI staircases, hoists, and shrink-wrap encapsulation for a complete, safe, and efficient system.
- All works delivered by Brand Access Solutions scaffolders trained and experienced in QuikDeck installation.
Result
- Delivered a safe, fully compliant suspended access platform allowing construction and public operations to continue side-by-side.
- Achieved a turnkey access solution combining design, engineering, installation, and integrated services.
- Maintained passenger safety and comfort throughout the works.
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