Seamless Safety and Durability at The Pods Leisure Centre
Robust Door Safety Solutions for High-Traffic, High-Moisture Environments
The Pods Leisure Centre is North Lincolnshire’s largest sports and fitness facility, designed to cater to a wide range of visitors. Built to endure heavy daily use, the centre’s doors required durable safety solutions that could handle high-traffic environments and the challenges of high moisture levels.
Safehinge Primera’s integral door finger guards (Alumax) were selected to meet these demands. They offer a door safety solution that blends seamlessly with the building’s natural aesthetic while providing unrivalled durability.
Company: North Lincolnshire Council
Project type: New Build
Partner: S & P Architects
Products supplied:
The Challenge
The council and architects faced several challenges when designing The Pods Leisure Centre:
Durability for High-Traffic Environments: The facility required door solutions robust enough to withstand constant use and impact.
Resistance to Moisture: High humidity and moisture levels demanded materials that could perform reliably without degrading over time.
Aesthetic Integration: Finger guards had to complement the building’s unique design, achieving seamless integration with its nature-inspired surroundings.
Preventing Trapped Fingers: The design needed to eliminate risks associated with trapped fingers, particularly in areas frequented by families.
Longevity and Cost-Efficiency: Reducing maintenance costs and replacements over the long term was a key priority for a public facility.
The Solution
Safehinge Primera provided integral door finger guards (Alumax), designed specifically for demanding environments like The Pods Leisure Centre. These door safety solutions addressed every challenge while ensuring safety and practicality.
The integral finger guards delivered the following key benefits:
Exceptional Durability: Constructed from stainless steel pivots and quality aluminium, the guards withstand bumps, bashes, and constant use, making them ideal for high-traffic environments.
Moisture Resistance: Materials were selected for their ability to perform in high-moisture environments, ensuring long-lasting reliability.
Seamless Integration: Discreet, sleek lines blended effortlessly with The Pods’ unique architectural design, supporting its nature-inspired theme.
Trapped Fingers Prevention: Designed to eliminate the gap between the door and frame, the guards virtually removed the risk of trapped fingers, providing safety for all users.
Cost Efficiency: By lasting the lifetime of the door, these guards save the council up to £1,000 per door compared to plastic alternatives.
Impact
Safehinge Primera’s integral door finger guards were vital in enhancing safety, durability, and aesthetics at The Pods Leisure Centre.
Key Results:
Improved Durability: The guards withstood the demands of a high-traffic environment, performing flawlessly even under constant use.
Enhanced Safety: Trapped finger prevention was achieved by removing the hazardous gap between the door and frame.
Aesthetic Harmony with Seamless Integration: The sleek, discreet design blended seamlessly with the centre’s architecture, contributing to its nature-inspired aesthetic.
Long-Term Savings with Durable Safety Solutions: Reduced maintenance needs and extended product lifespan saved the council valuable resources.
The success of this project inspired the architects to specify Shoal’s integral door finger guards for the creche area of the prestigious London Aquatics Centre.
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