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UK Leading Independent Living Aid Provider
Works: Mezzanine Floor, Office Fit Out, Pallet Racking, Industrial Shelving
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Site Size: 59,000Sq Ft
Project Value: £1.5m
When one of the UK’s leading suppliers of independent living aids outgrew their existing industrial units in Kent they realised they needed a new space that would allow them to scale operations efficiently to meet future demands. Our client decided to move into a new warehouse unit in Maidstone, Kent which boasted an impressive 59,000 square feet of available space which would provide the perfect opportunity for expansion.
This would be achieved by leveraging our industrial fit-out expertise, with our team being tasked with delivering a comprehensive turnkey fit-out to ensure the newly acquired space would meet both their immediate and long-term growth objectives.
Mezzanine Floor & Testing Facilities
The project included the design and install of a 665m2 mezzanine floor increasing the footprint size, providing additional storage and operational capacity. The mezzanine floor has been constructed with 1-hour fire protection, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations.
New cleaning, testing & repair facilities have been constructed to the underside of the mezzanine floor and are divided into three distinct operational zones – Green, Amber and Red – each dedicated to different stages of operation.
Each zone is separated by industrial double-skin steel partitions, allowing for efficient and safe workflow management. Bespoke stainless steel fabricated workbenches were design and installed to support specialised tasks in the testing and assembly areas, ensuring durability and high-quality finishes.
New Pallet Racking and Storage Solutions
In order to meet the demands of the business growth, a new pallet racking system has been installed, accommodating over 2500 pallet locations, allowing the company to store a large volume of units in an organised and easily accessible format. Additionally, we designed and installed bespoke cantilever racking and bespoke shelving to meet specific storage requirements for larger or non-standard stock.
Access and Safety Solutions
To facilitate smooth logistics and access to the warehouse, new external roller shutter doors and pedestrian access doors have been installed. These improvements will ensure smooth loading, unloading and movement of goods in and out of the warehouse, helping to accommodate the new levels of storage capacity.
Within the warehouse space we applied durable & slip resistant epoxy flooring paint, providing a robust, easy to clean surface which improves workflow and helps direct footfall and machinery. Armco crash barrier and pedestrian barriers were installed to improve safety, ensuring a secure environment for all staff.
Warehouse Office, AC and M&E Works
In the newly constructed office areas, we provided a full fit-out, fitted with modern furniture to create a professional and comfortable working environment for employees and visitors. The office space benefits from an open-plan space plan for the main office location while enclosed meeting and director rooms are available for use when more privacy is required.
A canteen / tea-point has been installed with an open-plan design, with multiple seating locations including a high-bench island and acoustic isolation booths to allow for semi-formal meetings to take place over beverages.
To support the facilities mechanical and electrical requirements, we provided a complete M&E package, which included air conditioning, ventilation, and extraction systems for both the warehouse and office areas. This ensures a safe and comfortable working environment, while also meeting industry health and safety standards.
Finally, a new toilet block was built to meet the increased staff requirements brought on by the expanded facility, providing modern W/C facilities for employees and visitors.
Overall, the new facility not only meets the clients’ immediate operational requirements but has also positioned the business for long-term growth. The addition of the mezzanine floor within the already available 59,000 square feet has allowed the client ample room for future growth without the need to relocate.
Works Included:
- Full Office & Warehouse Turnkey Fit Out
- 2500 Pallet Racking Locations
- 665m2 Mezzanine Floor with 1 Hour Fire Protection
- New External Roller Shutter Doors
- New Pedestrian Access Doors
- Full Office Design and Fit Out
- Complete M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) Package
- Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Extraction
- Cantilever Racking and Shelving Solution
- Industrial Double Skin Steel Partitioning
- Armco and Pedestrian Barriers
- Epoxy Floor Painting
- Bespoke Stainless Steel Fabricated Work Benches
- New WC / Toilet Block