Construction & Civil Engineering Magazine Issue 215 - May 2024 | Page 34

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“ Although we operate within all sectors , our primary focus lies in commercial , retail , industrial , manufacturing and warehouses , data centers , infrastructure , and education . In the commercial sector , we specialise in complex sprinkler systems for high-rise commercial buildings , as well as high-pressure systems , multistage pumps , 3D modelling , and solutions for bespoke risks like atriums or green walls . Additionally , our city centre office provides extensive security and detection engineering availability , ensuring quick reaction times and a superior first-time fix rate to support smooth operations in commercial premises every day . Likewise , Hall & Kay boasts over 30 years of experience in the retail industry , having completed multiple fasttrack new building projects and challenging retrofit or refurbishment schemes within live store environments . Given the high costs associated with store closures and the often minimal turnaround time for opening new stores , our experience in delivering at speed is paramount for our clients . Whether it ’ s high-quality retrofit installations , small works repairs , or emergency callouts , we respond immediately and efficiently .
“ When working in the industrial , manufacturing , and warehousing sectors , we understand the importance of safety and integrating into our clients ’ environments to minimise disruptions to production . With experience in working at height and handling large system pipework , Hall & Kay excels in both fast-track new build projects and longer term retrofit installations . Our expertise extends across diverse environments , including conventional and automated racking , top loading mass storage , clad rack buildings , food and high-tech manufacturing , as well as heavy engineering . Highly flexible , we tailor our delivery approach
I believe our people culture , known as the ‘ Hall & Kay Way ’, truly sets us apart
to overcome the unique challenges imposed by each project . In food industry settings , our focus will be on ensuring correct protection , tidy working environments , and a robust project plan . Moreover , security systems are customised to offer enhanced layers of defence due to the potential loss of significant stock . To address this , Hall & Kay designs CCTV , access control , and perimeter intrusion detection systems suitable for large scale facilities , thereby providing enhanced layers of defence . Finally , data centres are missioncritical , necessitating protection against fire hazards and operational interruptions . Over the years , we have gained an excellent technical understanding of the systems suitable for these demanding environments . Complex integrated fire detection and pre-action sprinkler systems , gas extinguishing and
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