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Vol 30 No 3 2019
TOP MARKS
Queen’s School of
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Biological Sciences
sets new benchmark
for BIM projects
MAIN CONTRACTOR
www.ohmg.com
NORTHERN BUILDER
Issue 30-3 - June/July 2019 Inside this issue...
90 4
65 90
News & Views Products In Focus
4 CEF round-up
Comment on new regulations
8 Innovation is key
Sustainable offsite construction
20 Top of the class
New Queen’s School of
and shock Dixons announcement with SMARTPLY ULTIMA Biological Sciences
20 Awards celebration
Gala night for Royal Institute of
12 Quality is ring fenced
Introducing Hadley Group’s
37 Special anniversary
Killowen Contracts celebrates
British Architects fencing solutions 45 years in business
30 RSUA Design Awards
Northern Ireland Building
16 Keystone sets new standards
Hi-therm+ offers solution to
50 Focused on the future
Major developments at
of the Year revealed lower carbon emissions Doorways
63 Skills shortage warning
Government must heed
18 Haldane Fisher invests
Success as new Door Studios
74 Hole in one
New golf cottages at Galgorm
warning: FMB are rolled out Spa & Resort
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NEWS
LSFA LAUNCHES AT
FUTUREBUILD
The launch of the
Light Steel Frame
Association (LSFA)
was held at futurebuild 2019. Speaking on
behalf of the LSFA, Managing Director of
Cogent Consulting Darren Richards, outlined
the requirement for a central representation,
together with the aims and objectives of the
association for the coming year.
Through a robust strategy to raise the profile of
light steel frame technology and the creation
of new marketing platforms, the LSFA will drive
take-up and specification throughout the wider
construction industry.
This association will represent all aspects of LSF
TIME CAPSULE BURIED AT SITE OF £35M manufacturing and construction, offering the
LEISURE CENTRE required skill sets and experience to mobilise
this entity successfully. The LSFA’s remit will
A time capsule filled with Farrans is spearheading the focus on industry marketing initiatives and
mementos from local school construction of the cutting-edge engagement with architects, engineers and
children has been buried in new £35 million leisure centre on contractors to ensure greater use.
celebration of the £35m South behalf of Armagh City, Banbridge Steve Thompson, Managing Director EOS said:
Lake Leisure Centre build in and Craigavon Borough Council. “For well over a decade we have seen the
Craigavon. The innovative build is need for a trade association that will unite our
Pupils from neighbouring advancing fast and is on course industry and promote the substantial benefits
primary schools, St Mary’s PS, St for completion in 2020. Once of advanced steel framing systems. Offsite steel
Theresa’s PS and Tannaghmore complete, the new leisure centre system manufacturers are operating in exciting
PS placed a games console will be home to a world-class times. Whatever the construction market, there
controller, mobile phone, fidget 1,000m2 gym – understood to has never been a better time to capitalise on
spinner and letter from former be the largest available anywhere the raft of benefits that factory-based offsite
Lord Mayor Julie Flaherty in the on the island of Ireland – as well technologies can deliver. The LSFA will help us
2019 time capsule which will as an extensive indoor water get that message out there. EOS is proud to
provide a fascinating snapshot provision, outdoor water sports, be a founding member and part of the steering
of 21st century life in Craigavon traditional best-in-class fitness group.”
when it is unearthed by future facilities and fluid open spaces If you are interested in joining the LSFA,
generations. including cafés and studios. please contact: info@lsf-association.co.uk
LATEST NEW HOME FIGURES FOR NORTHERN IRELAND RELEASED
Over 900 new homes were registered February – April period last year. The
to be built in Northern Ireland and the private sector was up 4% (27,881 in 2019
Isle of Man during the first rolling quarter v 26,754 in 2018), with the affordable and
of 2019. rental sector up 14% (10,615 in 2019 v
According to the latest figures from the 9,288 in 2018).
NHBC, 910 homes were registered to be Commenting on the new figures, NHBC
built between February and April 2019 Chief Executive Steve Wood said: “To
compared to 922 for the same period last date, there is little evidence that Brexit
year. uncertainties are denting developer
Meanwhile, 38,496 new homes were confidence, whilst the continued flow of
registered to be built across the whole of inward investment into the private rental
the UK compared to 36,042 in the same sector is another good sign of resilience.”
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CEF NEWS
CEF COMMENTS ON NEW CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS AND SHOCK NEWS OF DIXONS
ADMINISTRATION...
New requirements
come into force
A
key recommendation arising
from 2017 CIFNI Task Groups
was that Government’s NEC
construction works contracts should
be administered by competent project
managers who fully understand their
duties and those of the contractor under
the NEC contract.
In accordance with that, CPD, from
June 1, 2019 introduced a requirement
that all construction works contracts
awarded by it must be managed by an
NEC accredited project manager. The they will have to obtain it within a Contract Management Examination
NEC accredited project manager course definitive timescale following contract and the NEC Project Manager
involves four days of classroom based award. Accreditation assess broadly similar
training coupled with online exams. CPD will also accept an alternative to areas of competency.
While the requirement was introduced the NEC project manager accreditation As an alternative to attaining the NEC
on June 1 in consultancy procurements, and has consulted with the Institution ECC Project Manager Accreditation,
consultants will not be required to have of Civil Engineers which has confirmed CPD will accept project managers that
the qualification in order to bid. Instead that Module 2 of the ICE Law and have successfully passed the ICE exam.
Dixons administration news comes
as ‘unwelcome shock’
C
EF Managing Director given their wide range of interests
John Armstrong has said and expertise across social and
news of Co Antrim firm, private housing as well education,
Dixons Contractors entering into health and commercial projects,
administration comes as a shock. their administration will be a
The company, based in Dunloy, has sizeable loss to the marketplace.
three divisions, Dixons Construction, “As we have said before,
Dixons Homes and Dixons Facades. the challenge of achieving
It was founded in 1979, employs sustainability in the construction
around 90 people and works market remains. Low margins,
throughout the UK and Ireland. insufficient pipelines of activity for
“The news of this latest high profile the bulk of mid-sized contractors
administration within the industry and at times difficult relationships
will come as a major and unwelcome between clients and contractors
shock,” said Mr Armstrong. are in no-one’s interests. It is
“Dixons Contractors have been a extremely regrettable that we
CEF Managing
Director John well-known name in the local market are, yet again, having to issue a
Armstrong.
for approximately 40 years and, statement like this”.
Construction Employers Federation, 143 Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 6SX.
T: 028 9087 7143 - E: mail@cefni.co.uk
www.cefni.co.uk
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PANEL TECHNOLOGIES
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Innovation is the key
A
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PRODUCTS WHICH ‘ENSURE MAXIMUM DURABILITY, EASIER
HANDLING AND FAST INSTALLATION’…
Introducing Hadley Group’s
Fencing Solutions
C
ombining its expertise in custom effective deterrent to any unauthorised
cold rollforming technology entry. The product portfolio exceeds
and an ability to manufacture a number of British standards and
products in-house, Hadley Group is able regulations, with a wide range of From UltraFence, the only cold rolled
to offer its customers a single source applications across industry. engineered palisade fencing system, to
for complete, engineering, industrial The company’s range of fencing UltraBAR a versatile system featuring
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company’s range of products provide innovative UltraSTEEL® process, an can provide a fencing solution for any
the optimum strength-to-weight ratio, internationally patented cold rollforming environment. The products have been
ensuring maximum durability, easier technology that has enabled customers installed across a number of high-profile
handling and fast installation. from different industries around the projects and offer defined performance
Designed and manufactured by the UK’s world. The result of more than 35 years and installation benefits. What’s more,
leading in-house cold rollform profile of research and development, the as Hadley Group can work as a one-
design team, Hadley Group’s fencing process is helping customers to improve stop shop for supply, there’s additional
options are lighter, stronger and more product efficiency, save weight and convenience buying through the
economical than industry alternatives. reduce the use of raw materials. Tests supplier.
This helps to aid the construction of have found UltraSTEEL® profiles have For more information about
boundaries that are both attractive and up to 20% more strength and use up to Hadley Group, please visit:
fully functional, whilst remaining an 20% less raw material than alternatives. www.hadleygroup.com
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NORTHERN BUILDER APPOINTS JOHN HOOKS AS EDITOR...
Magazine looks to the future
with confidence
N
orthern Builder has appointed thankful for that support. It is not the opportunity to engage with the
John Hooks as Editor as the something we take for granted. magazine and to join in the debate
magazine looks to the future “Therefore it is vital that our around the latest news and views from
with confidence. publications remain relevant to the the industries. This is your magazine
John has almost 20 years’ experience industries we serve. I am keen to and we are very keen to hear from you
in the media industry and joins the speak to as many of our customers – please join the conversation!
team at Karen McAvoy Publishing and readers as I can so if there is If there is anything I can help you with
as Editor of all three of its titles – something you would like to see in our then please don’t hesitate to get in
Northern Builder, Plumbing & Heating magazines then please get in touch. contact. If you have a story which you
and Electrical Magazine. We are continually looking for ways would like to see covered in Northern
Prior to his appointment John was to improve our publications and to Builder then I will be only too happy to
Editor of the Ulster Gazette newspaper improve the service we provide. meet or speak on the phone.
in Armagh for six years and before “We want to continue bringing you all T: 028 9261 2990
that he was Editor of the Banbridge the latest news and views as well as the E: john@kmpltd.co.uk
and Dromore Leader newspapers for latest products coming to the market.
four years. He has also worked on Beyond that we want to celebrate
daily newspapers and as a broadcast the excellent work which is taking “We enjoy great support
journalist. place throughout Northern Ireland by
“I’m delighted to be appointed as focusing on some of the projects our from the industries we
Editor,” said John. “These are exciting
times at Karen McAvoy Publishing with
local contractors have been working
on.
serve and we are very
plans to develop all three titles both in “In addition to the magazine we will thankful for that support.
print and online. be creating bespoke content for our
“We enjoy great support from the digital and social media platforms.
It is not something we
industries we serve and we are very Our social media platforms give you take for granted.”
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SOURCED FROM OVER 10 CONTINENTS, STONEPAVE WENT THE EXTRA MILE ON THE
LOGISTICALLY CHALLENGING LUAS CROSS CITY PROJECT…
Transforming Dublin City
O
ne of the most complex and and carriageway setts. This particular stored and distributed in as little as
significant projects to have material was chosen for its similarity one tonne consignments by Stonepave.
been undertaken in Ireland to the existing Azul Platino which was Installation of some Portuguese
for several years, the Luas Cross City supplied through the same source carriageway setts was also undertaken
has completely transformed Dublin’s about 10 years previously. Praised by the company. An extremely
transport system. by TII as ‘a perfect match’, the new logistically challenging project,
Running along 13 stops over 5.9km, granite blends seamlessly with the Stonepave proved why it’s the go-to
the linking up of the Luas Red and existing material and proved an provider of hard landscaping solutions
Green Lines cost €4.5million to build excellent choice. to local authority, commercial and
and was delivered on schedule. Stonepave sourced 20 stone types domestic markets across the globe.
With the largest granite supply contract from over 10 continents, from China
in the history of the Irish State specified North and South, India, Portugal,
for the project, materials of the highest Spain, Finland and Ireland (Irish
grade were a necessity for the build. Granite). The contract included 1,200
The stone utilised on the project was linear metres of Azul Platino kerbs,
specified by Transport Infrastructure 9,000sqm of European 120mm- For more information on the stone
Ireland (TII) and was chosen to satisfy deep Mid Grey cropped carriageway used on this project, contact
the requirements of the local heritage setts and Eagle Red and Rosa distributor Stonepave on
encountered throughout the length of Porihno granite pavings and tactiles. (0) 1455 2222 88,
the scheme. Materials were approved Approximately 16,000sqm of 65mm e-mail enquiries@stonepave.co.uk
over a six-month period to ensure the silver granite flags were also supplied or visit www.stonepave.co.uk.
stone blended in with the surrounding by Stonepave, along with 5,000 linear
environment. metres of oversized roadside kerbs
Stonepave, a part of the outHaus and black granite tactile pavings, to
Group, provided the huge and varied mention just a few.
PROJECT TEAM...
amount of stone that was required for As the project had very low storage Developer:
Luas Cross City. Over 2,000 containers capabilities, orders were despatched Transport Infrastructure Ireland
were shipped into outHaus over a daily to ensure it stayed on track Architect: O’Connor Sutton Cronin
two-month period, a contract that with as many as 10 deliveries across Landscape Architects:
included 5,000sqm of Spanish Azul a multitude of stops taking place per Brady Shipman Martin.
Platino granite in a mix of paving day. All materials were offloaded, Contractor: Sisk Steconfer JV (SSJV)
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KEYSTONE OFFERS AN AWARD WINNING SOLUTION
TO REDUCED CARBON EMISSIONS…
The winning
streak continues
T
he Winning streak
continues for Keystone’s
Hi-therm+ Lintel.
Keystone has set new standards
for thermal efficiency in steel
lintels with the development
of the Hi-therm+ Lintel which
offers a low cost solution for
reduced carbon emissions. Up to
5 times more thermally efficient
that a standard steel lintel, the
Hi-therm+ Lintel is an innovative
solution to reducing thermal
bridging and improving SAP
calculations. This innovation
“At the Keystone Group, we are continuously investing
has been recognised once again in research and design to ensure we are at the forefront
with a 2019 Irish Construction
Excellence award for of innovation within the construction industry.”
Construction product Innovation.
This latest win comes off the providing a low cost route to improve a continuous piece of highly conductive
back of a hugely successful year both CO2 reduction and Fabric Energy steel. This could account for more than
for the Hi-therm+ Lintel having Efficiency.” 40% of the total heat loss through thermal
also been named Construction Keystone has a clear focus on excellence bridging.
Product of the Year at the Irish in quality and values third party The innovative design of the Hi-therm+
Construction Industry Awards endorsements for its products to offer Lintel, utilises a rigid polymer thermal
and Best Building Fabric Product extra reassurance that they have been insulator as an effective thermal break,
at the Housebuilder Product rigorously tested to industry standards. but incorporates a steel inner and external
Awards 2018. Kris explains, “when we designed our leaf so it is installed in exactly the same
Kris Willis, Regional Sales re-engineered Hi-therm+ lintel with way as a standard lintel. The use of
Director commented: “At our industry leading top hat design, we this unique Hi-therm+ lintel in place of
the Keystone Group, we are recognised the importance of third party standard steel lintels can lead to an 80%
continuously investing in research testing and certification for this new reduction in thermal bridging through
and design to ensure we are product. Keystone’s Hi-therm+ lintel, is the lintels. By making these large savings
at the forefront of innovation still the only thermally efficient lintel on on thermal bridging, designers gain the
within the construction industry. the market that has trusted third party flexibility to trim back on other more
We are delighted this has certification from the BBA, which has expensive options (such as wider cavities)
been recognised with another tested the design, strength, performance, yet still comply with the latest building
prestigious accolade- an Irish durability and fire resistance to ensure the regulations.
Construction Excellence Award. product is fit for purpose”.
The Hi-therm+ Lintel has Talk to Keystone’s Technical team on
enjoyed great success in the Irish WHY IS LINTEL CHOICE VITAL? 028 8676 2184 to find out how Hi-
construction industry, it offers Lintels are, in most cases, the most therm+ could save money on your build
builders a solution which is faster significant thermal bridges in a building specification.
and easier to install compared due to the fact that traditional style steel
to a two part lintel while also lintels interrupt the line of insulation with www.keystonelintels.com
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DOOR STUDIO UNLOCKS BOLD INVESTMENT STRATEGY FROM HALDANE FISHER…
A variety of choice for every customer
A
s part of an ongoing Portadown. Andrew Cully, Area extensive range of door furniture
investment strategy, over the Director for the Portadown and as well as various trimmings and
last 18 months, Haldane Fisher Enniskillen branches, said “One area mouldings to complement the
has identified dedicated areas of their that we knew we were lacking in was doors with suitable architrave and
branches and implemented their Door our door display. This small area only skirting. Supported by superb lighting
Studio concept across the majority of had just over 20 doors with outdated to showcase the doors, the new Door
branches in Northern Ireland. lighting and a poor ambiance. We Studio has been designed to be
The first branch to embrace were also restricted in adding new flexible and allow Haldane Fisher to
the change was Castle Street in doors to this display. That has now be proactive and create aspirational
changed, with a stylish and practical displays for every customer.
Door Studio now proving popular The improvements haven’t only
with customers.” focused on the product on display.
The Castle Street branch is a prime Staff continue to receive ongoing
example of the XL Door Studio training to enhance their already
format, with over 50 doors on display. extensive knowledge and ensure they
Covering a wide range of styles, remain up-to-date with the latest
finishes, colours and prices, there is trends and styles.
an array of choice for every type of The Door Studio is proving to be a
customer. great resource for the company’s
As part of the studio, there is an trade customers, with builders and
“The Door Studio is proving to be a great resource
for the company’s trade customers.”
18 | NORTHERN BUILDER MAGAZINE FOLLOW US ON: www.northernbuilder.co.ukDOOR STUDIO developers able to select doors, range of ironmongery products The introduction of the Door Studios is door furniture, and trimmings and ensures that you can have the finishing already proving to be a sound business mouldings to suit their projects. It is details just as you want.” decision with an increase in footfall also a great place for them to send Each Studio covers a comprehensive and sales already recorded at all their customers to select the doors range of styles, finishes, colours and showrooms. they want. prices to suit customer’s needs and Haldane Fisher is also the sole The Door Studio concept has now taste. distributor of Hörmann in Northern been rolled out across the Haldane The Door Studios stock a wide Ireland – with internal door sets on Fisher branch network in Northern selection of both internal and external display in the XL Door Studios and Ireland, with XL Door Studios located doors in a variety of materials and Hormann garage and entrance doors in Newry, Bangor, Portadown (Castle finishes made with traditional and on display at most branches. Street) and Lisburn branches. There modern design features. Haldane Fisher is also one of the few are also fantastic ranges on display The company is continually striving to Builders Merchants to provide a Door in the Door Studios in the Belfast enhance its product range of doors Reprocessing Service producing fire Branches (Ladas Drive and Balmoral) and ironmongery. doors for the commercial sector. plus Larne and Enniskillen – with “We have worked hard to create an just Coleraine and Ballymena to be environment which offers quality doors completed. suitable for your needs regardless “With the increasing options for of whether you are a trade customer internal doors, the introduction of our buying directly or want to send your Doors Studios allows us to showcase clients in to choose their own doors,” as many options for customers to said Mark. choose from,” said Mark Freeman, Haldane Fisher has also produced a Director Building Materials. “We have dedicated Door Studio brochure and a complete range and will have an a social media campaign will continue offer to suit all budgets. An extensive throughout 2019. Haldane Fisher, Shepherd’s Way, Carnbane, Newry, Co Down, BT35 6QQ. T: 028 3026 3201 - www.haldane-fisher.com • NEWRY • BANGOR • PORTADOWN • LISBURN • BELFAST • COLERAINE • LARNE • BALLYMENA • ENNISKILLEN www.northernbuilder.co.uk FOLLOW US ON: NORTHERN BUILDER MAGAZINE | 19
PROJECT IN FOCUS
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
MAIN CONTRACTOR
O’HARE & MCGOVERN CONTINUES A SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIP WITH
QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY WITH THE COMPLETION OF THE HIGHEST SPEC BIM
PROJECT IN NORTHERN IRELAND TO DATE...
O
’Hare & McGovern’s and procedures in place which are ecosystems and the environment)
long-standing integrated within the company’s to ensure these sectors remain
relationship with Queen’s ISO 9001 Quality Management competitive in Northern Ireland
University continued with the System. These are in full and globally. It will also expand
completion of the highly complex compliance with the relevant QUB’s world-leading research for
School of Biological Sciences Government standards, which Global Food Security providing
building. have been further developed by the world’s population with
The new School of Biological the company’s BIM Champions sustainable and safe supplies of
Sciences is a fully federated IFC/ who are, in turn, Level 2 high quality food.
Revit compatible Level 2 BIM Accredited Professionals. The aim of the project was to co-
project and it is the highest spec The new School of Biological locate and consolidate the School
BIM project to be completed in Sciences is already an iconic of Biological Sciences, which
Northern Ireland to date. Given addition to the Queen’s University was previously spread across the
the complexity of this project, estate, and to help blend it in with Queen’s estate.
BIM was an essential element its historical surroundings natural The site essentially connects three
and required a company that was red sandstone cladding was used. separate ‘character areas’, each of
experienced in this cutting-edge The turnkey project will help which is at a different level. St Ives
technology. Queen’s deliver a world-class Gardens/Sandymount, the highest
O’Hare & McGovern is recognised facility promoting the growth part of the site, is some 4m above
as construction innovators and the of Life Sciences (especially in Chlorine Gardens which, in turn, is
company has already delivered a agriculture/food science, food some 4m higher than Lennoxvale.
range of BIM projects. O’Hare & safety, disease/infection biology, Addressing these level changes
McGovern has proven processes diagnostics, waste management, has significantly influenced the
“O’Hare & McGovern is recognised
as construction innovators.”
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SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
layout and overall design – for facilities and labs occupy the mechanical systems were
example, a significant area of the bottom floor of the building, installed with acoustic elements
new building is underground. with postgraduate and research to ensure NR (noise ratio) Db
In addition, the change in the space located in the upper levels were achieved. Two 20kW
external ground levels, combined levels. The labs house a CAT III combined heat and power units
with central light wells, has been specialised laboratory with unique were also installed, as was a
used to provide natural light to instruments including 17 mass ground-source heat-pump and
all floors and to create an airy spectrometers. Borewell System for night-time
building whose façades relate An off-site manufacturing (OSM) cooling via absorption chiller
to and respect the scale of technique was implemented plant.
neighbouring properties. to plant areas internally and With major construction taking
Constructed on the site of the externally. This process involved place in a city location, it was
former Science Library, the new planning, design, fabrication vital to engage with the local
School of Biological Sciences and assembly in a purpose-built, community. O’Hare & McGovern
includes a lecture theatre, off-site factory.The building has did this through weekly
laboratories, teaching spaces, been constructed to minimise residents’ meetings, a monthly
seminar rooms, offices, and an its impact on the environment newsletter and hourly monitoring
impressive entrance/break-out and to achieve an Excellent of noise, vibration and dust.
atrium. BREEAM rating.
The building has a gross internal The ISO 14001 PROJECT TEAM...
area of approximately 11,000m² management system
over four floors and a basement. delivered: Silver Client: Queen’s University
It is designed around a central CCS Award, 100% Main Contractor: O’Hare & McGovern
atrium or glazed ‘street’ that acts waste diverted from
as the social hub. A second, more landfill, renewable/ Architect: Scott Tallon Walker
private, atrium provides a less low carbon/
Consultant: Taylor & Boyd LLP
public focus for research work, energy-efficient
whilst echoing the open, airy and technologies, air Electrical Contractor: JD McGeown Ltd
light-filled environment of the tightness: 2.64
Mechanical Contractor: Michael Nugent Ltd
‘main street’. The undergraduate (m³/hr)/m². The
O’Hare & McGovern, Carnbane House, Shepherds Way, Carnbane Industrial Estate,
Newry, BT35 6EE. T: 028 3026 4662 - E: carnbanehouse@ohmg.com
www.ohmg.com
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SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR
MICHAEL NUGENT LTD COMPLETES QUB’S FIRST BIM LEVEL 2 PROJECT WITH
THE MECHANICAL INSTALLATION AT THE SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES...
D
ue to the complexity of workshops before construction The specialist installations include
the mechanical installation started, the BIM model was fume extraction from numerous
BIM proved to be an utilised on site, with Michael fume cupboards along with
essential element of the project’s Nugent Ltd’s team using a mobile microbiological safety cabinet,
success. BIM hub to plan and implement specialist bulk and bottle
Brendan Gildernew, Mechanical the mechanical services laboratory gas systems, 11 air
Contracts Manager at Michael installation. handling units systems providing
Nugent Ltd, explained, “This “Effectively, we divided the mechanical ventilation, numerous
is a project that showcased all installation into two categories. air conditioning systems, constant
the benefits of BIM and how it Firstly we had our traditional temperature rooms, cold rooms,
has become an essential part of installation of plumbing, heating freezer rooms and intricate gas
building services co-ordination. and chilled water services, while detection and alarms systems.
The success of this project the second was the specialist The installation also included
derived from a fully committed systems for the laboratories a bespoke night-time cooling
design team who embraced the which mainly consisted of the system which extracted water
concept of BIM, and assisted by fume extraction, LEV systems, from borewells to meet the
the main contractor, O’Hare & processed water systems and buildings cooling requirements.
McGovern, as well as electrical specialist gases,” added Brendan. All the mechanical systems have
contractor, JD McGeown, and “We already had limited space in been linked back to the Building
the other sub-contractors, all the service voids, but doubling Management System (BMS).
recognised how BIM would make up on some systems made it “It has been one of the most
everyone’s task easier.” a greater challenge. Again, challenging, educational but
As well as helping to eradicate that’s where BIM came to the rewarding projects I personally
clashes during co-ordination forefront.” have worked on,” said Brendan.
Michael Nugent Ltd, 2 Tandragee Road, Pomeroy,
Co. Tyrone, BT70 3DS. T: 028 8775 8617
E: info@michaelnugent.co.uk - www.michaelnugent.co.uk
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SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
THE ‘BEAUTY’ OF BIM WORKS WONDERS FOR JD McGEOWN, AS THE
LEADING CONTRACTOR COMPLETES ONE OF ITS BIGGEST-EVER PROJECTS…
T
he School of Biological Manager at JD McGeown massive atrium in the middle was
Sciences tested all the Ltd, “We were one of the difficult to get services from one
attributes of JD McGeown pioneers of BIM in the electrical side of the building to the other.
Ltd as the company completed sector in Northern Ireland But that’s the brilliance of BIM,
one of its biggest-ever projects. and, as it proved to be such as it allowed us to work round all
JD McGeown Ltd has worked an essential element of this these issues before we moved
with Queen’s University in the project, this experience was on site.” The extensive electrical
past, with the company’s work on hugely important. “We worked installation package carried out
the stunning Bernard Crossland very closely with mechanical by JD McGeown Ltd incorporated
Building showcasing the high contractor, Michael Nugent power infrastructure, lighting and
standards that can be achieved Ltd, on the BIM model and fire and security requirements.
by this experienced team. this partnership was hugely The lighting included general,
However, the School of Biological successful.” With confined PIR, external and emergency
Sciences proved a sterner test spaces, a high volume of services solutions while the fire and
but JD McGeown Ltd rose to the and an atrium to contend security systems incorporated
challenge with a successful and on with, JD McGeown Ltd had a CCTV, door access, intruder
time completion by tapping into lot of issues to resolve. David and fire alarms, disabled refuge
their experience and expertise, added, “Due to the nature of and the security barriers. A
particularly in the use of Building the building, a high volume comprehensive data and fibre
Information Modelling (BIM) of mechanical services were installation was backed up by
to plan in the sheer volume of needed, which left us with a UPS system and a main site
services that had to be installed in reduced room for our services. generator, while JD McGeown
confined spaces. The building was also an Ltd was also responsible for the
David Geddis, Senior Projects awkward shape to work in, as the lightning protection.
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SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
ROOFING CONTRACTOR
TANDRAGEE ROOFING WAS PUT TO THE TEST AT THE NEW SCHOOL OF
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AT QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY IN BELFAST...
W
ith a strong reputation impressive new building was the team helped to co-ordinate
for reliability on completed by the knowledgeable and schedule the work on the
commercial projects, team at Tandragee Roofing roof – a particularly important
the expertise and experience to ensure that it was capable aspect given that the building is
of Tandragee Roofing was put of dealing with the extensive in a built-up area.
to the test at the new School of mechanical plant equipment Tandragee Roofing fits a full
Biological Sciences at Queen’s included on the roof. range of roofing systems and
University in Belfast. Working closely with main offers a wide choice of services,
The extensive roofing on this contractor, O’Hare & McGovern, from new build, roof repair and
maintenance to tanking systems,
liquid plastic flooring and
complete asphalt works.
The company is an approved
installer of high-performance
roofing systems Decra, Green
Roof Systems, Icopal, IKO
roofing products, Firestone,
Kingspan products and Sika
Liquid Roofing, Moy Materials
and Bauder.
142 Mullahead Rd, Tandragee, Craigavon, BT62 2LD
T: 028 3884 0576
www.tandrageeroofing.co.uk
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PURE WATER SYSTEM
CTS LTD INSTALLED A PURE WATER SYSTEM FOR THE LABORATORIES AT THE
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AT QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY BELFAST....
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
R
obin Fergusson, Managing The pure water system is just one
Director at CTS Ltd, said, of a range of services on offer
“Pure water was needed in from this Belfast based legionella
the laboratories right across the control and water treatment
building, so this was an extensive company that has been operation
project for us. We have installed since 1984.
a water treatment system in Working in both Northern
the plant room that provides Ireland and the Republic of
pure water to meet the specific Ireland as well as mainland
requirements of the project. Europe – in particular in Gibraltar
“We then worked closely with the – the company offers supply, etc); swimming pool/leisure;
mechanical contractor, Michael installation and commissioning Legionella control and risk
Nugent Ltd, to plan the pipework services. This incorporates assessment; and water analytical
to distribute the pure water chemicals and associated services.
to each laboratory. We have equipment for boilers and
extensive experience of projects cooling towers; bulk cleaning;
of this kind and developed a good maintenance chemicals and
relationship with Michael Nugent biocides; plant (in the form Chemical Treatment Services Ltd
Ltd, so we’re delighted with the of filters, softeners, reverse T: 0044 (0)28 9092 1212
final outcome.” osmosis, de-ionisers, UV units www.ctsltd.com
SPECIALIST SUPPLIER
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY AT ITS BEST…
W
hen the contractor of shear forces which occur in such
the Queen’s University joints. The Egcodorn shear force
School of Biological dowel system offers predictability
Sciences project needed a in planning and execution for high
practically bespoke piece of static loads and on this occasion it
equipment they knew who to turn was used on the building’s capping
to. O’Hare and McGovern Ltd beam.
has a trusted working relationship “This was a very complex piece installation and the approvals
with Armagh company, SDG of kit which was practically from the structural engineers.
Construction Technology Ltd, created bespoke for the job “We have partnered with O’Hare
built up over a number of years – it was a product tailored to and McGovern over a number
partnering on prestigious projects. suit the application,” said SDG of years now and we have an
The complex piece of kit in Construction Technology Technical excellent working relationship. It
question at the School of Product Manager, Ciaran Donnelly. was good to be involved in such a
Biological Sciences was a Max “There was a lot of work which technically demanding job.”
Frank Ltd, Egcodorn shear force went in at the planning stage and
dowel. Expansion joints are we consulted very closely with
provided in concrete structures to the team of engineers and with
decouple components and avoid O’Hare and McGovern. It was the
stress cracks. Shear force dowels attention to detail at the planning T: 028 3752 8999 - E: info@sdg.ie
are used for the transmission of stage that led to the smooth www.sdgconstructiontechnology.com
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CIVIL & STRUCTURAL CIVIL ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS DPH Construction
Taylor & Boyd LLP were Ltd undertook
the civil and structural the bulk of the
SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
engineering consultants civil work at
on this project which the School of
has already become Biological Sciences
an iconic addition to at Queen’s
Queen’s University University, Belfast.
estate. Using secant Throughout the
piling, retaining construction phase
structures were the Downpatrick-
established to give a 7m cut at the top of the site. based company
The reinforced concrete structure is supported worked closely
on a piled foundation and stepped to reflect with the O’Hare
sloping topography while maximising capacity on a & McGovern
constricted site with multi-level basements. team and carried
The design by Taylor & Boyd addresses the out all aspects of
complexity of subterranean services and concerns of groundworks from
local residents regarding acoustics and the stability deep drainage to excavation for gas, hydro breaks,
of adjacent residences. landscaping and much more.
T: Belfast 028 9066 7951 or Derry 028 7126 7115 T: Gary Laverty 079 6708 7887
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PAVING CONTRACTOR OIL SUPPLIER
Tobermore laid the Milligan Oil Ltd helped to meet all the commercial
paving flags at the oil requirements for this project at Queen’s
School of Biological University. The company supplies commercial and
Sciences at Queen’s agricultural oil to a broad range of industries and
University, Belfast. sectors throughout Northern Ireland. Milligan Oil’s
The company used a nationwide coverage, dedicated accounts team,
combination of Mayfair competitive pricing and unrivalled customer service
flags in silver and and delivery time allows the company to provide
graphite and Fusion high-quality fuel for your business or agricultural
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developments and other commercial and residential www.milliganoil.com
projects, the popular Mayfair paving flags have
many benefits to offer.
Suitable for pedestrianised areas with occasional
vehicular overrun, the hard-wearing Fusion is a
great choice if you want a block paving product
with a striking, modern look.
T: 028 7964 2411
W: www.tobermore.co.uk
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‘IT IS GREAT TO SEE OUR PROJECTS TRANSITION INTO THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH THEY
WERE INTENDED’...
RTU at the heart of recent landmark
projects in Northern Ireland
R
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construction of Queen’s University’s
Biological Sciences Building, the
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THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF ULSTER ARCHITECTS AWARDS LIAM McCORMICK PRIZE TO
COLIN CONNECT AND COLIN TOWN SQUARE...
West Belfast Transport Hub named
Northern Ireland’s Building of the Year 2019
T
he Royal Society of Ulster will act as the focal point for further north to cross the busy street onto the
Architects (RSUA) has awarded regeneration in Colin Town Centre. site.
the Liam McCormick Prize for The Judges said: A small transport The building, albeit benefiting from a
Northern Ireland’s Building of the hub on the edge of the city of Belfast, very generous budget, is constructed
Year to the Colin Connect Transport a seemingly unremarkable brief in to last. It is effectively a double
Hub and Colin Town Square in west an equally unexceptional suburban concrete shell, the inner shell tinted a
Belfast. It was one of four projects context. A site next to a busy road pinkish terracotta, with thick granite
to receive a RSUA Design Award devoid of any sense of the city or the cladding to all elevations. The building
2019 all of which will now be in the civic. form adopts a generous attitude to the
running for a UK-wide RIBA award for Through imagination and a community, convex facades to the
architecture. sophisticated architectural language new square to the north and to
The project was designed by Hall the architects have realised a Stewartstown Road invite entry and
McKnight for the Department for remarkable if modestly scaled civic engagement. Large red granite framed
Infrastructure, the Urban Villages building. It appears suddenly and windows look out to hill and square
Initiative, Colin Neighbourhood emphatically as an exotic erratic respectively.
Partnership and Translink. It is the boulder at the side of the busy The strength of the architecture will
west Belfast terminus for the Glider Stewartstown Road. The form of the inevitably be tested as the building is
and along with the new square roof invites the slope of the hill to the more actively occupied by both client
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Ian McKnight from Hall McKnight, Joan McCoy the President of the Royal Society
of Ulster Architects and Alastair Hall from Hall McKnight pictured outside the Ulster
Museum at the RSUA Design Awards 2019 with the Liam McCormick Prize for
Northern Ireland’s Building of the Year.
“Through imagination and a sophisticated
architectural language the architects have realised
a remarkable if modestly scaled civic building.”
and community. Already signage and the RSUA Living Places Award for its to achieve their best work we must
fittings out with the architect’s demonstration of the qualities set out invest in design, uphold high design
influence have begun to litter the in the Living Places planning guidance standards through the planning system
internal spaces. The building and the and Richard Dougherty from the and reward creativity.
architect however are strong enough practice was named Project Architect “I commend the clients and architects
not to be undermined by this accrual of the Year for his work on the hub. involved in all eight shortlisted
of the everyday. Ciarán Fox, RSUA Director, said “It projects and extend my particular
This is a confident and accomplished is critical to the health, happiness congratulations to the four winners.”
work of architecture.” and environmental wellbeing of our The RSUA Design Awards ceremony
Previous winners of the Liam communities that we continue to took place at the Ulster Museum,
McCormick prize which honours the enhance the architectural culture Belfast. The building’s 1960s
best of Northern Irish architecture in Northern Ireland. These awards extension is considered to be a rare
include the Lyric Theatre Belfast, St highlight the best and should inspire example of 20th-century Northern Irish
Bronagh’s Primary School in Rostrevor clients, architects and policy makers to architecture of international repute.
and the Giant’s Causeway Visitor push standards higher again. It was designed by the London office
Centre. “To ensure that local architects are of Francis Pym from 1963 with the
It was a triple success for Hall able to fulfil their full potential at assistance of Portaferry man Paddy
McKnight as the project also won home rather than having to go away Lawson and won a RIBA award in 1972.
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NORTHERN IRELAND’S ARCHITECTS CONTINUE TO PUSH THE BOUNDARIES…
This year’s RSUA Design Award winners…
T
he prize for Northern Ireland’s Architects for Belfast City Quays 2. It Design and Number 50 by McGarry
House of the Year went to is the second speculative commercial Moon
McGonigle McGrath for office building by Belfast Harbour The RSUA Design Awards 2019 judges
their House at Lessans, just outside Commissioners as part of a wider were: Alan Jones, former RSUA
Saintfield. development of Belfast Harbour President and incoming President of
McGurk Architects and ARdMackel around Clarendon docks. The £15m Royal Institute of British Architects
won an award for Raidió Fáilte – building provides eight stories of (RIBA). (Architect from Northern
Lionra Uladh, a new facility for the flexible workspace and, due to its Ireland), Neil Gillespie, Director,
radio station which serves the Gaelic excellent energy performance and Reiach and Hall Architects, Edinburgh.
speaking community across Ulster. local sourcing. It also picked up the RIBA appointed judge & panel
The building which includes a café, Sustainability Award. Chair (Architect from Britain), Liam
exhibition space and garden brings Other shortlisted projects that did not Tuite, Chair of the Royal Institute of
‘front door’ activity back to Divis win an award: 65-67 Fitzroy Avenue Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Architecture
Street in Belfast. Raidió Fáilte also by Studio Rogers, Killyleagh Castle and Communications Committee.
won the Client of the Year for their by Alastair Coey Architects, The HMS (Architect from Republic of Ireland)
enthusiasm and energy. Caroline, Thompson Dock Pumphouse and Suzanne Lyle, Head of Visual Arts,
The final award went to Grimshaw and Alexandra Dock by Consarc Arts Council NI. (Lay judge)
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