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Forming part of a modernisation and refurbishment programme, East Riding of Yorkshire Council Infrastructure & Facilities required a complete fabric upgrade of the Hornsea and Longcroft secondary schools which were built in the 1950’s.

With works taking place during term time, BriggsAmasco had to overcome the challenges of a busy site and complete all rooftop work whilst being sensitive to the needs of the two schools.  Working closely on both schemes with the main contractor, Hall Construction Group Ltd, the installation had to be programmed so as to cause as little disruption as possible and with minimal impact to the school’s daily schedule.

With the stringent timeframe and minimal disruption key to the success of the projects, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council Infrastructure & Facilities specified a SIKA Sarnafil roofing system – renowned for quality and long term performance.

For the roof areas of Longcroft School in Beverley, the works comprised the overlaying of the existing roof finish utilising the existing as the vapour control layer, 130mm Sarnatherm Insulation and Sarnafil G410–15EL Lead Grey membrane.  The existing roof surface had badly blistered and crazed which required numerous repairs to avoid the stripping of the existing system.

BriggsAmasco carry out multiple disciplines of roofing specifications such as mastic asphalt which meant they were able to complete these repairs using mastic asphalt ‘patches’ resulting in no disturbance to the school during the stripping of the existing roof surface. BriggsAmasco also utilised its large workforce to complete critical phases within holiday periods as requested by the client.

As part of the renovation, the scheme also included the renewal of lantern and standard rooflights, for which the simple application of the Sarnafil system once again met the challenge perfectly.

At Hornsea School, the works comprised the overlaying of the existing roof finish utilising the existing as the vapour control layer, 100mm Sarnatherm Insulation and Sarnafil G410–15EL Lead Grey membrane. The scheme also included the renewal of rooflights.

As the East Riding of Yorkshire Council Infrastructure & Facilities had specified the multi-layer, hot air weldable Sarnafil G410-15EL, this eliminated the need for hot works on the rooftop. BriggsAmasco completed all the rooftop work without any disruption, allowing the teachers and students below to carry on with day to day activities.

BriggsAmasco’s exceptional workmanship and attention to detail, along with a market proven product has contributed to a high performing roofing system on the two Yorkshire schools which is guaranteed to stand the test of time.

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With all roofing works completed with the station in live operation – welcoming up to 140,000 passengers every day – BriggsAmasco used years of practical experience and technical expertise to complete the highest quality application with minimal disruption on-site and meeting strict health and safety regulations.

As well as working 38,700 man hours on-site, the company provided 24/7 call out cover even during Christmas to manage and resolve with issues associated with such a complex rebuild. Working in 24 hour shifts and taking deliveries overnight to avoid disrupting day-to-day operations, the company always maintained a hassle-free site without any compromise on product performance or working practices.

Despite the challenges of working to extremely tight deadlines, health and safety was absolutely paramount to the 40 + team. With visits to site every week from a company Director and a dedicated Safety Manager, standards remained extremely high throughout with no RIDDOR incidents in two years – testament to BriggsAmasco’s commitment to safety at every stage of the process.

To help achieve this, all site operatives are trained to the highest standards to ensure a multi-talented workforce. At Birmingham Gateway, every operative was qualified under the Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) or Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).

Due to the project’s sensitive location, BriggsAmasco also had to incorporate a number of initiatives into everyday operations to meet tight deadlines and accommodate other trades on site. Utilising all products sourced and manufactured in the UK, the company guaranteed a regular and reliable supply to ensure no delays in the strict timeframe.

The hard work, support and early integration of the supply chain was crucial in the continued successful delivery of this challenging and extremely difficult project. With determination, creative planning and a customer-centric approach – BriggsAmasco rose to the challenge and successfully met and exceeded client expectations to keep the prestigious project on course for its 2015 deadline.

On Tuesday 18th February the topping out ceremony was held on the roof of the new hospital. In attendance was Professor Sir Bruce Keogh KBE, National Medical Director of the NHS. Sir Bruce was very impressed with the work that had took part so far saying “I think it reflects great ambition. Once it’s open it will be something you can be really proud of.” The hospital is set to open in June 2014 and will treat 60000 patients a year.

The CITB progression tool has been developed to provide support and information about a variety of career options in the construction industry as well as the qualifications needed to achieve these roles. Dan’s case study gives insightful knowledge into the work of Mastic Asphalters including how he first got into the role and what is involved on a daily basis. Dan’s case study can be viewed in full by clicking here then clicking on Mastic Asphalter in the Progression Opportunities box and selecting the case study tab.

BriggsAmasco, the UK’s leading roofing and waterproofing specialist, has picked up the award for best Single Ply project at the NFRC Scottish Roofing Contractor of the Year Awards 2013.

Presented to BriggsAmasco at the Dynamic Earth science centre in Edinburgh, the prestigious award celebrates the company’s application of a 1,200m2 Sarnafil roof management system at Peterhead Learning Centre in Glasgow.

Part of Banff and Buchan College, Peterhead Learning Centre required a proven, durable and reliable roofing solution. Having successfully completed a solar PV installation as part of the college’s £20 million refurbishment, BriggsAmasco once again delivered a roofing application of the highest standards.
The awards were presented on Friday 25th October at Our Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh. The event, sponsored by Sig Roofing, included a keynote speech by Margaret McCulloch MSP, member of the Shadow Cabinet and a Scottish Labour MSP for Central Scotland.

BriggsAmasco has shown its continued support for the annual Willmott Dixon Trainee Weekend by donating roofing materials for the summer house renovation at Demelza Children’s Hospice in Sittingbourne, Kent.

Every year Willmott Dixon chooses a selected charity and dedicates a day to raising money and refurbishing a facility during a single weekend. On September 21^st more than 100 trainees – using materials generously donated by some of the company’s subcontractors – worked together to completely transform the hospice’s garden area.

“We were delighted to donate our roofing materials and it was great to see so many trainees giving up their time to ensure the project was a success,” said Dave Maginnis at BriggsAmasco. “Demelza is a fantastic charity and a great cause as it provides amazing support for young people and their families when they really need it.”

BriggsAmasco takes part in a number of charity initiatives, from sponsoring events to donating materials. The company prides itself on encouraging employees, customers and suppliers to utilise their skills and time through a range of volunteering and fund-raising efforts.