Commercial Office Development - Canterbury City Centre
Large-scale commercial scaffolding for a 6-storey office development in Canterbury city centre, including pedestrian protection and traffic management.
Project Summary
- Location:
- Canterbury, Kent
- Completion date:
- July 2024
- Duration:
- 16 weeks
- Building type:
- Commercial Office Block
- Storeys:
- 6
- Size:
- 2800m²
- Key constraints:
- •High-traffic city centre location•Pedestrian protection requirements•Coordination with multiple contractors•Phased works programme
This major commercial development project in Canterbury city centre required careful planning and execution to deliver comprehensive scaffold access while maintaining public safety and minimising disruption to the busy high street location.
Project Overview
The 6-storey office development required:
- Full perimeter scaffolding for external cladding installation
- Loading platforms for material delivery
- Safe access for multiple trade contractors
- Pedestrian protection throughout the build
Key Challenges
Operating in a busy city centre environment required careful consideration of:
- Public Safety - Continuous pedestrian access needed through the site
- Traffic Management - Delivery coordination to minimise traffic impact
- Programme Coordination - Adapting to changes in the construction schedule
- Multiple Stakeholders - Working with the main contractor, council, and public
Our Solution
We developed a comprehensive scaffolding solution that included:
- Independent tied scaffold to full building height
- Enclosed pavement gantry with overhead protection
- Loading bays at multiple levels for efficient material handling
- Debris netting and sheeting for containment
- Regular adaptations to suit programme changes
Results
The project was delivered successfully over 16 weeks, with the scaffold providing safe, efficient access for all construction activities. The pedestrian walkway was maintained throughout without incident, and the project received positive feedback from both the client and the local authority.
Outcomes
- Full perimeter scaffold access for 6-storey development
- Pedestrian walkway maintained throughout construction
- Zero incidents over 16-week programme
- Adapted scaffold three times to suit programme changes
- Council and HSE compliance at all inspections
“The Colossus team managed a complex city centre project with professionalism throughout. Their coordination with our programme and the council was excellent, and the pedestrian protection system kept the public safe at all times.”
FAQ - Your Questions Answered
Get answers to common questions about our services and processes.
QHow did you manage pedestrian safety?
We installed a fully enclosed pavement gantry with debris netting, overhead protection, and lighting. The walkway was inspected daily and kept clear at all times to maintain safe public access.
QHow did you coordinate with other contractors?
We assigned a dedicated project coordinator who attended weekly site meetings, planned material deliveries outside peak hours, and maintained flexibility to adapt the scaffold as the project progressed.
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