MWH Treatment Ltd, working on the Wanlip Sewage Treatment Works (STW), required safe, reliable, and aesthetically pleasing temporary access solutions that would be in place for a minimum of two years. While the client initially considered scaffolding due to lower upfront costs, SafeSmart successfully demonstrated that their AdjustaStairs & Landings system offered the necessary durability, professional appearance, and custom fit, resulting in a safer and more cost-effective solution for the project’s long duration.
The Challenge
The primary requirement for the temporary access at the Wanlip STW site, managed by MWH Treatment Ltd, was twofold:
- Durability and Longevity: The solution needed to remain in place for at least two years.
- Professional Appearance: The client specifically requested the product to look neat and professional, as it would be a visible part of the site for an extended period.
The project team initially looked at traditional scaffolding as a lower-cost option. However, scaffolding systems are generally designed for short-term use and often fail to meet aesthetic standards for long-duration placements, making them potentially unsuitable for the two-year requirement.
The SafeSmart Approach: Site Specific Consultation
To address the client’s cost and solution concerns, the Safesmart Access sales consultant took immediate action, traveling to the Wanlip STW site as soon as possible. The goal of this on-site visit was crucial: to walk through the requirements and ensure the quoted temporary staircase solution (AdjustaStairs) was the correct fit for their long-term project needs.
This face-to-face consultation allowed Safesmart Access to clearly present the advantages of the AdjustaStairs & Landings solution:
- Superior Aesthetics: The modular, purpose-built access system provides a much cleaner, more structured, and professional appearance than typical scaffolding.
- Inherent Durability: Designed for repeated use and resilience, the AdjustaStairs system is inherently more robust than temporary scaffold structures, making it perfect for the minimum two-year deployment.
The Solution : Bespoke Design and Grounded Planning
To guarantee a perfect fit and compliance, Wanlip STW supplied their engineer’s drawings detailing the exact dimensions and specifications required.
Safesmart Access utilized this detailed information to produce a final design and Safe Operating Procedure (SAO) for their AdjustaStairs & Landings solution. This ensured that the product was not just a generic quote, but a custom-engineered access platform that integrated seamlessly with the existing site infrastructure, meeting all safety and functional specifications outlined by the client’s engineers.
The Outcome
By leveraging detailed design, offering a direct comparison against the limitations of scaffolding, and providing the robust AdjustaStairs & Landings product, Safesmart Access secured the project.
The outcome for MWH Treatment Ltd was a reliable, temporary access solution that successfully delivered on all critical requirements:
- Compliance & Safety: The design was based on the client’s specific engineer drawings, ensuring maximum safety and operational efficiency.
- Long-Term Value: The system will remain in place for over two years, providing a durable, stable access route.
- Professional Look: The site maintained a high standard of appearance, fulfilling the client’s need for a neat and professional structure throughout the project’s duration.
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