Eddington Tower

The client

United Living for University of Essex

Location

Colchester, Essex

The problem

Eddington Tower, is one of the six iconic towers of the University of Essex. It underwent a complete refurbishment, which included replacing all infrastructure. The university wanted to install a mist system to comply with building regulations during the refurbishment of this student accommodation.

The Brief

We were approached to fulfil the fire safety plans and install a bespoke misting system at the end of the refurbishment plans alongside the rest of the electrical installation in the student accommodation.

Project specifics

The university accommodation comprised a 16-story building on the University of Essex, Colchester campus.

The blocks were vacant during the works, but the site was live, with adjacent paths, an access road, student accommodation, and lecture theatres remaining in use. Due to the live campus environment, our construction programme considered key dates in the UoE calendar for exams, open days, the start and end of term, etc. Bertrand Russell and Eddington Tower were the first two blocks of six iconic towers on the campus to be refurbished.

The Duration

Installation of the sprinkler system commenced in July 2020, being commissioned on time and within budget in February 2021.

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Amsco provided a cost-effective solution for the fire protection to the basement of the library. Amsco were contracted to design, supply and install the system. Their work was carried out according to our programme, the engineers on site were efficient and cooperative. The back up from the office was excellent. We have worked with Amsco before and their works on this project were to their usual high standards. I look forward to working together again.

We worked with Amsco on a project in Broadstairs. With their help we delivered a project with a very short programme duration, their work was neat, tidy and of the highest quality. I would certainly recommend them in the future.

The AMSCO team worked on time and on budget and we found them to be very thorough and knowledgeable on fire safety. The installation of their sprinkler systems means that we can relax and know that the home is well protected in the event of a fire. I highly recommend them.

At Oakland Care we work with many service providers. Amsco Fire Ltd is one of our main service contractors, providing excellent service and maintenance of our fire suppression systems. The Amsco team is very professional, friendly and helpful, assisting us to maintain high standards of safety and compliance across the group. I highly recommend Amsco Fire Ltd. Thanks to all at Amsco!

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the benefits of a mist system?

A mist system uses 70% less water than a traditional fire sprinkler system. In the event of an activation, the water damage will be minimal. Mist systems also require smaller tanks than traditional fire sprinklers, making them more cost and space effective.

2. How do fire sprinklers work?

Fire sprinklers are activated by heat. In the event of a fire the heat will rise and cause the triggering of the nearest head or heads. Common misconception: All heads in the building will activate in the event of a fire – This is not the case. Only heads closest to the fire will operate.

3. How long will a quote take?

3-4 Days. Depending on the size of your system, a quote could take up to 7 days to be issued.