Client project
‘The Brewery Yard’ – Intumescent & Vermiculite Coating
Overview
Doolee were contracted by ICON for fire-coating works within The Brewery Yard heritage refurbishment project. The scope included removal of hazardous lead-based coatings via abrasive blasting with sealed containment, ventilation systems, and decontamination areas; application of tailored intumescent systems to primary structure across five multi-level buildings; and application of vermiculite coatings to achieve FRL 120.
Scope of work
- Abrasive blasting and hazardous coating removal in sealed containment
- Application of intumescent systems to structural steel to specified FRL
- Application of vermiculite coatings to beams to FRL 120
- Access via scaffold, EWPs, rope access
- Protection of heritage items and newly installed equipment
Challenges
- Multiple forms of access required in active construction zones
- Coordination with multiple crews and trades
- Containment and disposal of hazardous waste
Highlights
- Achieved fire engineer and architect finish standards
- Completed works within tight programme using day/night shifts
- Delivered both structural fire performance and aesthetic finish
