Designed by architects IBI Group,
Manchester, construction of the new 7000sqm. two storey Barnsley Blood
Centre at Capitol Park, Dodworth, was commissioned under the Department
of Health and Social Care’s ProCure 22 (P22) Framework. Rockfon retains ProCure22 preferred supplier status and we are very pleased our ceiling
tiles and systems are installed throughout the centre’s four
laboratories, open plan offices, meeting rooms and catering facilities.
NHS Blood and Transplant is a joint England and Wales Special
Health Authority. It provides the blood donation service for England and
the organ donation service for the UK. Environmentally controlled
laboratories will be used in the study of advanced cell therapies.
Helping provide a great working environment
Those working at the new centre include healthcare scientists,
specialist nurses in organ donation and support staff, alongside
transport, facilities, administration, technology and digital teams. The
Barnsley facility will be recognised as one of the most advanced cell
research centres in the world.
Chris Sims, Planning and Management Accountant NHS Blood and Transplant, said, “It has been fantastic to see the building taking shape. We’re
very proud of our new centre which is going to provide colleagues with a
really great working environment. Barnsley will be a great place from
which to deliver our life saving and life enhancing services.”
Specialist product ranges
Rockfon® MediCare® Standard ceiling tiles
have been used to great effect at the centre. The resilient, dirt
resistant tiles have an easy to clean surface and are resistant to all
ubiquitous bacteria. The range ensures low particle emission (ISO Class
5), offers best in class sound absorption (Class A) and the highest fire
safety rating (Class A1).
Rockfon® MediCare® Plus was also specified
here as it is ideal for demanding applications and is durable enough to
withstand specialist steam and high-pressure cleaning (HTM 60
compliant). In addition to the performance characteristics of the
Standard range, Medicare Plus is resistant to diluted solutions of
ammonia, chlorine, quaternary ammonium and hydrogen peroxide. It also
embodies enhanced hygiene and dirt resistance with its bacteriological
M1, NF S 90-351:2013 classification.
Rockfon’s Chris Carr-Elliman, “This was a fantastic project and a great opportunity to showcase some of our specialist ranges. Rockfon MediCare
offers very impressive performance characteristics and can be installed
using concealed, semi-concealed or visible grid options. All Rockfon ceiling tiles will remain dimensionally stable throughout their life-span, even at humidity levels of up to 100% RH.”
Working as part of a team
CDP Marshall were appointed to build the 75,000sq. ft. facility.
They worked closely with Barnsley Council and Enterprising Barnsley to develop the project. A spokesperson for CDP Marshall said, “We are delighted this high-quality building is now complete. It underlines that
Marshalls are able to respond quickly to occupiers’ requirements by
offering bespoke build to suit options.”
Kier was appointed to deliver the full a £13.9m internal fit out
at the centre. Regional Buildings Northern Managing Director John
O’Callaghan, commented, “I am pleased we have been appointed to
deliver phase two of this state-of-the-art facility. It is a crucial
development for the people of North of England and hospitals in the
region.”
FIS Member, Brebur, offer expertise and advice on design
development, value engineering, program, quality and health &
safety. They were responsible for installation of the ceiling systems.
Commercial Director Tommy Burke, “Rockfon products were used
throughout, mostly 600x600mm square tiles except for the corridors where
longer planks were installed together with their MaxiSpan grid.
This was a gratifying project to be involved in. The whole process went
very well with no issues and very positive feedback from the client.”
Rockfon® System MaxiSpan™ was used with Rockfon
Medicare Plus 1800x600 mm tiles at Barnsley. The robust grid system canbe suspended wall to wall, up to 3m wide, allowing for the installation of long planks. This provides easier access to the voids, reducing the
risk of damage. The use of longer tiles also creates a more seamless appearance and is cost effective due to there being less grid
components.
The Rockfon team has a proven track record of helping deliversolutions to help achieve your design vision. If you’re interested to earn more about our acoustic ceiling and wall solutions for specialist
environments, we have dedicated CPDs which can be delivered in person or face-to-face via the internet direct to your office or anywhere youhappen to be. For advice and inspiration visit www.rockfon.co.uk or call all us on 0800 3890314.
