Specialist removal and replacement of a high-level rooflight in London’s East India Dock
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All part of the plan
The new atrium rooflight beautifully complemented this fantastic refurbishment of a group of buildings located in East India Dock. With stylish interiors and landscaping, and views of the O2 and the River Thames, this was a high-profile and challenging project.
- Matching the existing the new rooflight was designed using Schueco FW 60+ curtain wall glazed with solar-control, toughened and laminated safety glass
- The design included elements of curved (on plan) glazing, remediation of the existing steel structure and replacement of external flashings and EPDMs.
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Dot the i’s
Osprey provided the complete management package on this project, which included:
- Full design and engineering
- Full CDM compliant construction phase plans
Instructing building control, and liaison with the client’s façade consultant for inspection visits.
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Weathertight access design
In order to remove and replace the existing roof, Osprey teamed up with Access Solutions to provide an impressive protective temporary access. A Leyher system roof was designed and installed to create a temporary watertight cover.
- With a large atrium to span a complex bird cage crash deck was engineered and installed.
- Safe working practices were paramount working over the 10 storey void
- Large, managed crane lifts were used to load the materials to the rooftop location.