Egham Gateway

The client

Graham Construction were the main contractor for this project working for Runnymede Borough Council and our work was commissioned by J B Hopkins.

Location

Egham, Surrey.

The problem

Egham is a historic town, and the Council embarked on a sensitive redevelopment of part of the central area to create a new square, shops, a cinema, and new housing. The plans delivered 101 new homes and a 100-bed student accommodation block consisting of studio apartments and communal areas.

Four of the blocks on site were new student accommodations and studio apartments that required fire sprinkler systems to be installed to comply with new building regulations.

The Brief

We were approached to fulfil the fire safety plans and design, install, commission and certificate a bespoke fire sprinkler system throughout the four blocks.

Project specifics

Further to a detailed brief from J B Hopkins, we installed to the BS9251:2014 standard using Concealed Quick Response Viking VK494 Sprinkler Heads throughout the four blocks.

Next Steps

Following commission, we have serviced and maintained the systems every year.

The Duration

Installation of the sprinkler system commenced in February 2021, with the final block being commissioned on time and within budget in April 2022.

Don't take our word for it

Read what our clients say about us

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!

Commercial Fire Protection Project

Committed to keeping you and your property safe

As a leading fire sprinkler company, we specialise in delivering fire suppression solutions, including sprinklers, dry risers, commercial kitchen cooker canopies, Flowatch, and water mist systems. We are dedicated to safeguarding people from fire hazards daily. Find out more from one of the leading fire sprinkler companies now.

Highly Accredited

We ensure all our systems strictly adhere to the British Sprinkler Standards

Trust and Worth

Our Clients

5fc8f00b312ed6ed3be5a5b5_east-sussex-orbis

Request a Quote

Ready to Work Together?

Learn More From

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.