Invergarden ASN School specifies Safehinge Primera Alumax finger-guards
South Ayrshire Council invested £4m to build a new Assisted Needs School, for which they chose to install Safehinge Primera’s integral finger guards
The new school was built on the grounds of the existing Girvan Academy. Replacing the original building which dated back to 1870, the new school has been thoughtfully designed to facilitate the learning and development of the pupils and includes a sensory room, life skills kitchen and hydrotherapy pool.
Local Authority: South Ayrshire Council
Project type: New Build
Partner: jmarchitects
Partner: Dorsuite
Contractor: CBC
Products supplied:
The Challenge
Working closely with South Ayrshire Council’s design team, jmarchitects designed the single storey school around the needs of the pupils.
A key consideration was ensuring that the internal doors were safe and accessible, designing out the problem of trapped fingers.
Alumax uses a rounded heel to eliminate the gap between door and frame meaning the hinge-reveal gap remains constant at just 2mm – too small for fingers to get in harm’s way!
The Solution
Alumax uses a rounded heel to eliminate the gap between door and frame meaning the hinge-reveal gap remains constant at just 2mm – too small for fingers to get in harm’s way!
Other key features include:
Invisible Protection: The sleek, rounded design integrates effortlessly into the offering protection without being noticed.
Long-lasting Durability: Alumax’s robust construction means it lasts for the lifetime of the door, eliminating the need for frequent replacements.
Cost Savings: Over 25 years, Alumax finger guards saves between £500 and £1,000 per door compared to plastic alternatives, by removing any maintenance or replacement costs.
Safety without compromising on aesthetics
We understand that a lot of time and consideration goes into the design of a school – not just the functionality but also the look and feel.
That’s why we put just as much thought into the design of our integral finger guard. It’s so discreet that unless you’re looking out for it on the doors of Invergarven ASN, or any environment, you’ll barely even notice it’s there.
Impact
Seamless Safety Across the school
By choosing Safehinge Primera’s Alumax Integral Finger Guards, Invergarden ASN School achieved several essential outcomes:
Improved Safety: The risk of finger injuries was effectively mitigated, ensuring a safer learning environment for pupils and staff.
Design Harmony: Alumax’s discreet design ensured that the school’s modern aesthetics were preserved, whilst keeping the needs of the pupils uppermost.
Long-term Cost Efficiency: With a longer lifespan than plastic alternatives, Alumax’s durability reduces long-term maintenance costs.
