Heb Group Upgraded Sheffield's Riverside Exchange for the Ministry of Justice

Client:
Ministry of Justice

Heb Group, in collaboration with Kier Construction, provided Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design, installation, and commissioning as part of the refurbishment of the Ministry of Justice’s premises at Sheffield’s Riverside Exchange area.

Project Details

Project Specifications

  • Location: Iron and Steel Buildings, Riverside Exchange, Sheffield
  • Type: Phased Refurbishment
  • Objective: Upgrade services to increase occupancy levels and enhance infrastructure for cooling, ventilation, power, and data capacity.

Scope of Work

  • Surveying and Validation: Conducted detailed surveys and validations of existing services to produce comprehensive design proposals.
  • MEP Upgrades:
    • Ventilation
    • Air Conditioning
    • Lighting
    • Power
    • Data

Execution

The project was executed on a phased basis, focusing on one floor at a time. Each phase included:

  • Full Isolation and Strip Out: Complete removal of existing systems.
  • Installation: New MEP systems were installed according to the detailed design.
  • Testing and Commissioning: Ensured all systems were fully operational before handover.
  • Client Handover: Each phase was handed back to the Ministry of Justice for occupation after completion.

Challenges and Solutions

Occupied Building

  • During construction, all other floors remained occupied, with ground floors open to the public.
  • Logistics: Careful planning and coordination were essential to move materials through live areas without disrupting MoJ staff or compromising public safety.

Electrical Services

  • Control of Live and Isolated Services: Managing shared Distribution Boards (DBs) across occupied and construction zones was critical.
  • ESSOW Implementation: The Employment of Electrical Safety Standard Operating Work (ESSOW) was vital in maintaining safety for both The Heb Group’s operatives and MoJ staff.

Significance

This project showcased Heb Group's expertise in managing complex refurbishment projects in occupied buildings. The successful upgrades significantly enhanced the functionality and capacity of the Ministry of Justice’s premises, ensuring they could accommodate increased occupancy and improved operational efficiency.

Heb Group's meticulous approach to the MEP design, installation, and commissioning at Sheffield’s Riverside Exchange area exemplified our commitment to quality, safety, and minimal disruption. This project underscored our capability in executing high-stakes refurbishments, contributing to the enhanced infrastructure of the Ministry of Justice’s facilities.

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