Spaciotempo Company News: When September Ends…

Welcome to #SpaciotempoCompanyNews, you’re monthly bulletin for all things temporary construction.

As the song goes, ?? wake me up when September ends ?? but at Spaciotempo HQ we’ve been so busy delivering our busy schedule of Summer building projects that we’ve not even had time to rest.

Can you believe that quarter 3 of 2023 is done and dusted? When we did the math, we had delivered 19 projects in the last few months, providing a whopping 8,088m2 covered floor space in the process.

This edition addresses the unprecedented challenges the UK education system is facing with the RAAC crisis, and how rapid temporary building solutions may just take away some of the strain. We also bring you a brand-new case study showcasing our contribution to the exciting Everton FC stadium build, plus so much more. Let’s go!

???News: Addressing the RAAC crisis in UK schools ???

The educational landscape in the UK is facing an unprecedented challenge. Addressing the RAAC crisis (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) has raised serious concerns about the safety of our school buildings.

Many schools have discovered the pressing dangers associated with this type of concrete, with potential risks posed to both students and staff members. This has led to numerous partial or full school closures. Following Covid and strike action, this places further strain on an already stretched educational system.

To school governors, trustees, headteachers, and local councillors, the RAAC crisis may seem insurmountable at first glance. However, with proactive planning and by choosing rapid temporary building solutions like those provided by Spaciotempo, you can ensure that your students’ education continues in a safe and effective manner. So whether you require additional classrooms, exam halls, sports facilities, canteens and kitchen space, we are equipped to step-in and bridge the gap caused by unsafe concrete.

In times of crisis, resilience and adaptability are tested. With Spaciotempo by your side, together we can ensure that your academic institution remains a place of safety, growth, and excellence. So for more information or to discuss how we can assist your school with a temporary building, please get in touch with our dedicated team . Let’s navigate this challenge together.

To read the special feature in full, click here .

??? Case Study: Laing O’Rourke / Everton FC Stadium

Requirement:

To increase storage and warehousing capabilities for Everton Football Stadium, contributing to continuation and progress of Laing O’Rourke site build. To work alongside a supplier that manufactures its own materials.

Solution:

Positioned on Liverpool’s world-famous waterfront, the new 52,888-seater football stadium for Everton FC will be the catalyst for the regeneration of North Liverpool and its vibrant community. Laing O’Rourke as the main contractor for the ￡555 million stadium, has set its sights on an ambitious delivery programme that would enable the first match to be played there during the 2024/25 season.

To enable the continuation and progression of the stadium build, Laing O’Rourke contacted Spaciotempo with the need for a 10m x 30m x 4m, 300m2 temporary building to increase it’s warehousing and storage capabilities. Almost acting as a temporary construction building too, our facilities once again demonstrate their true versatility.

With our robust storage facility sitting proudly by the River Mersey, certain requirements needed to be addressed to maximise its efficiency. In the thorough scoping and planning phases of the project, a process we follow each and every time , it was clear that there was a need to make sure that our temporary warehouse was watertight to reduce risk of flooding.

To bolster the defences, we installed our innovative Z shape plates. These were fitted to the cladding panels at base height, fixed 30mm into the ground surface to form the protective Z shape and sealed with Tec 7 Sealant. It was sealed around the entire perimeter of the building, except for access points, and protects covered areas where water and even unwanted vermin might otherwise penetrate.

Another must for Laing O’Rourke, was to have plenty of racking to store a maximum of 84 pallets which would be essential for their operational success. Paired with a PVC coated polyester flame-retardant fabric on the exterior, our Neivelu temporary storage structure now operates at full potential ensuring maximum safety and coverage.

Located in the Northwest of England, the building can be exposed to a cold snap which would, in certain circumstances, hold up play. To ensure the construction workers are protected against the elements, sufficient thermo roofing was put in place. This additional feature is essential to keeping the project running smoothly through the cold and wet winter months. Thermo roofing, with its temperature-regulating properties, will play an important role in enhancing energy efficiency and maintaining optimal climate control within the building.

With a completion deadline set in place for the Toffee’s 2024/2025 premier league season, our temporary building has provided a fast, reliable, and durable solution which will aid the success and speed of the project.

To read more of our case studies, click here.

??Blog: Top 5 Tips for Sourcing Temporary Buildings ??

As industry leaders with over 50 years’ experience delivering temporary and semi-permanent building solutions, we’d like to think we know a thing or two about what our customers’ needs are, perhaps even better than they do! In our blog, we’ve taken the top 5 key considerations to ensure you find the perfect structure for your business's specific needs.

When your business needs additional storage space or facilities, the procurement process can be a daunting one. However, temporary, modular buildings can offer a quick and cost-effective solution but sourcing the right temporary structure can be a complex process, and there are many factors to consider. In this article, we will discuss five key considerations when scoping for temporary buildings .

Purpose and Design

The purpose of the temporary building is a crucial factor in its design. You need to determine the size, layout, and features required to meet your specific needs. For example, Avonline , a leading UK internet service provider, required more warehouse storage space due to restrictions on their busy site. Spaciotempo, a specialist in temporary building construction, conducted a full site survey, marked out where the structure would go, and designed a bespoke modular building to fit the purpose. Watch the video below to see the brand new temporary space come together:

Planning Permission and Building Regulations

Temporary buildings are subject to planning permission and building regulations, despite no groundworks being required, because they actually offer a semi-permanent solution when in situ. It is important to check with your local authority and ensure that your building complies with these regulations. Spaciotempo worked closely with Avonline to ensure their building met all necessary regulations and provided drawings and proposals for approval before manufacturing the frame.

Space, Location and Access

The availability of space and the location of your site can have a significant impact on the design and installation of your temporary structure. Avonline had very limited space on their site, and Spaciotempo worked closely with them to install the building on quieter days to avoid disrupting their operations. Spaciotempo’s range of modular buildings are surface-mounted, which means they can be added or taken away from easily, and they have a full wraparound cladding system for extra protection against the elements.

Time and Cost

Temporary buildings can be a cost-effective solution versus a fully permanent structure, but it is still important to consider the cost of the building and its installation. Avonline chose to hire the building from Spaciotempo’s fleet, enabling them to spread the cost over their operating budget. They were also able to install the building within two to three months, which is significantly faster than traditional construction methods.

Aftercare and Maintenance

Modular construction may require aftercare and maintenance to ensure they last as long as possible. Spaciotempo has a dedicated aftercare team to assist with a wide range of repairs and remedial works to ensure safety standards are consistently met. For example, they encourage their customers to have a MOT inspection after two years to ensure the building remains in good condition throughout it’s life span. The modular project completed for Avonline’s means they now have a fully portable building that is completely relocatable, and it can be dismantled and erected at another site in a matter of weeks.

?? New starter: Kirsty Callear, Project Co-Ordinator ??

Please say hello to the latest addition to the Spaciotempo family, our new Project Co-Ordinator, Kirsty Callear! ??

As part of her duties, Kirsty will join Sally-Anne in making sure the handover process goes as smoothly as possible, when our buildings go out to our customers and when our hire fleet is returned to us, and everything else along the way. Ensuring our buildings are delivered, installed, dismantled and looked after when they are in the capable hands of our clients would not be made possible without the fantastic behind the scenes work the ladies do.

On her new role, she said: “Having vast experience in Administration and Customer Service roles I hope to bring some of these skills to my new employment as Project Co-Ordinator with Spaciotempo. Learning from and working alongside Sally-Anne, I’m sure I’ll quickly gain further knowledge of the product, processes, and procedures in order to provide our customers with a best possible experience, time after time.”

Welcome aboard, Kirsty!

How to reach us?????

As always, if any of the topics, projects or information covered in this month’s publication is of interest to you and your company, we love nothing more than helping our prospective and existing clients and offer a completely free, no obligation site visit from one of our friendly Area Sales Managers, so be sure to?get in touch ?today, or call us on 01889 569 569.?