Seamless Safety and Sustainability at Cwm Ifor Primary School
Robust Safety Solutions for High-Traffic Educational Environments
Cwm Ifor Primary School, located in Caerphilly County, underwent a major refurbishment to improve its facilities and safety standards. Integral finger guards were selected as part of this renovation to provide a long-lasting, durable solution to prevent finger trapping in a high-traffic school environment.
These door safety solutions are seamlessly integrated into the school’s design while supporting its ethos of sustainability and community-focused values.
Client: Caerphilly County Borough Council
Project type: Major Refurbishment
Architect: Architype
Products supplied:
The Challenge
Caerphilly County Borough Council, responsible for the school’s upkeep, faced several challenges during the refurbishment:
Durability for High-Traffic Environments: The school required safety solutions robust enough to withstand frequent use by children and staff.
Long-Term Performance: Previous plastic finger guards had failed to perform under the wear and tear of everyday school activities, leading to frequent replacements.
Aesthetic Integration: The finger guards needed to blend discreetly with the school’s interior design, contributing to the building’s overall aesthetic.
Trapped Fingers Prevention: A priority was eliminating the risks associated with trapped fingers, particularly in high-traffic areas used by young children.
Sustainability and Cost-Efficiency: The school sought a durable safety solution that would reduce long-term maintenance costs and align with its commitment to sustainable practices.
The Solution
Integral Finger Guards (Alumax)
Safehinge Primera’s robust finger guards for doors provided the ultimate solution to these challenges. Designed for demanding environments, they ensured safety and durability while seamlessly integrating with the school’s design.
Integral Finger Guards
The key benefits of integral door finger guards include:
Exceptional Durability: Crafted from robust materials, these guards endure heavy use, making them ideal for high-traffic environments like schools.
Sustainability: Designed to last the lifetime of the door, the finger protectors significantly reduce the need for replacements, supporting the school’s commitment to long-term cost efficiency and sustainability.
Seamless Aesthetic Integration: The sleek, discreet design blends effortlessly into the school’s design, supporting its values of community and flexibility.
Trapped Fingers Prevention: By eliminating the gap between the door and the frame, the finger guards effectively prevent the risk of trapped fingers.
Long-Term Cost Savings: Unlike plastic alternatives, these high-quality integral finger guards offer long-term savings due to their robust, low-maintenance nature.
Impact
Safehinge Primera’s integral finger guards delivered impressive results for Cwm Ifor Primary School:
Enhanced Durability: The finger guards performed excellently in a busy, high-traffic school environment, enduring daily wear without needing replacement delivering outstanding finger protection.
Increased Safety: Trapped fingers were effectively prevented, offering a safer environment for students and staff.
Aesthetic Harmony: The integral finger guards were a discreet addition to the building, enhancing the overall design and complementing the school’s community-driven ethos.
Cost Efficiency: The durability of the guards significantly reduced maintenance costs, providing long-term savings for the school and council.
The successful integration of Safehinge Primera’s finger guards led to Cwm Ifor Primary being shortlisted for the RIBA Welsh Architecture Award, a testament to the innovative approach to enhancing safety and design in educational spaces.
Let’s Build Safer Schools Together
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