Case Study: Chase Farm Hospital
Project:
- Main Contractor: Vinci
- Specialists Contractor: Roofline Group
- Year Completed: 2018
Products Used:
- DUOFLEX Total Inverted Roof System
Project Description
The brand new Chase Farm Hospital will deliver efficient and much improved care to it’s patients. The hospital includes new wards, an extension of the Highlands Wing and part of the Clock Tower building, as well as the relocation of the existing energy centre. With so much investment in the new hospital including state-of-the-art equipment, the roof design needed to be robust, provide security and require minimal maintenance throughout its lifetime.
Supply Chain
This project was delivered through the Procure21 National Framework with six Principal Supply Chain Partners (PSCPs) and their supply chains. SOPREMA are approved supply chain partners of Vinci, the main contractor who was awarded this prestigious project delivered by Integrated Health Projects (IHP). SOPREMA, experts in waterproofing and insulation, worked together with project stakeholders to define the best value and performance system to meet the needs of this project, recommending the most robust and reliable roofing systems for a healthcare building.
Watertight & Secure
With patient experience and investment in advanced equipment a priority at the new hospital, a robust waterproofing system was required to ensure low life cycle costs, minimal maintenance and guaranteed longevity. Designed to last the lifetime of the structure to which it is applied, the Duoflex hot melt structural waterproofing and insulation system was specified for the vast inverted roof areas, totalling 4,500m2, which provided certified longevity and security for an incredibly important building. The roofing and waterproofing system comprised of Duoflex SBS modified bitumen, a high tensile strength reinforcement, high performance inverted roof insulation and external finishes including paving supports, paving and ballast.
Workmanship
SOPREMA carried out regular site inspections and provided technical support from design to final project sign off, to ensure that all materials, detailing and installations were carried out according to SOPREMA’s specification, industry standards and client requirements. SOPREMA’s Approved Contractor; Roofline Group demonstrated their extensive experience completing this project to an extremely high standard, on time and within budget. Roofline Group invest heavily into installer training, development and health & safety, as a part of their commitment to the supply chain and their clients.
Supply Chain Satisfaction
Vinci commented online; “Chase Farm hospital has reached a major milestone. A truly inspirational project that we can all be proud of. The new hospital will be at the forefront of pioneering new ways of working to deliver better, safer, and more efficient care to the population that we serve, through new and innovative technology. Well done to all involved”.