A summary of case studies showcasing the key benefits of working with SDS from a Contractor perspective.
Specialist Door Solutions (SDS) produces highly durable, fully compliant healthcare doorsets for private and NHS hospitals. We have a 40-year proven track record of successful collaboration with contractors, architects, NHS trusts and private hospitals.
Customers choose SDS for our robust testing, ease of logistics and storage, dedicated installer training and comprehensive aftercare services. Our broad portfolio of post-formed doorsets, ironmongery, vision panels and aluminium-framed sliding doorsets ensures a perfect fit with project requirements.
Working With SDS: Key Benefits to Contractors
Durable doorsets offer significant and accumulative life-cycle savings to NHS Trusts and private hospitals due to reduced maintenance requirements, less snagging and fewer complete or partial replacements. For contractors, this translates to strong working relationships with the NHS and other healthcare customers.
Working with SDS, contractors gain credibility by offering long-term solutions which help a Trust or hospital save money in the long run.
SDS doorsets have been instrumental in helping contractors balance budget constraints with stringent compliance demands in healthcare projects. Below are key examples demonstrating reduced costs, streamlined timelines, and enhanced operational outcomes.
Fire Doorsets for Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Project Scope: Supply/installation of 156 encapsulated fire doorsets in a live hospital environment.
Challenges: 18-month timeline, zero tolerance for fire compliance errors, and minimal operational disruption.
SDS Solution:
- High-performance encapsulated fire doors to meet stringent safety requirements
- Collaborative planning with SDS-certified installers (Fire Door Experts Ltd.) and GRAHAM Group
- Extensive and detailed procurement journey to ensure that all doors once vested and in storage were correctly specified and manufactured
- Benchmark trial installation to pre-empt issues
- On-time delivery with zero rework costs
Contractor Testimonial:
"We are proud to be accredited installers for SDS and to have supported GRAHAM Group with the delivery of this excellent project for Hinchingbrooke Hospital. The quality of the fire rated encapsulated doors from Specialist Door Solutions is always high end."
Simon West, Founder and CEO at Fire Door Experts Ltd
Integrated-Colour Fire Doors for Kent & Canterbury Hospital
Project Scope: Custom fire-rated doorsets with integrated colours for compartmentation.
Challenges: Tight timelines, unique design requirements (contrasting colours) and fire safety compliance.
SDS Solution:
- Dfendoor Severe Duty doorsets tailored for high-traffic corridors
- Door scheduling support and end-to-end project management
- Faster installation due to meticulous planning and efficient delivery times
Contractor Testimonial:
"As the principal contractor for installation of these fire doorsets we can say that the installation information from SDS was comprehensive, accurate and easy to understand.
The installation process was smooth, and the way the doorsets and ancillary products were packaged, delivered and marked up contributed to the smoothness of the installation process."
Peter Webley, Site Manager, Foster Property Maintenance Ltd.
Harefield Hospital Maple Ward
Project Scope: Replacement of 1950s-era doors with modern, compliant solutions.
Challenges: Outdated infrastructure, unknown fire performance, and infection control needs.
SDS Solution:
- Dfendoor doorsets with BM Trada certification for fire/hygiene compliance
- Bespoke solutions for low-level trunking and frame integration
Client Testimonial:
"We are very pleased with the SDS doorsets and the installation carried out by Golden Thread Fire Delay. The Dfendoor hospital doorsets have surpassed our stringent fire safety and infection control standards and have also proven to be a visual and functional asset in the critical care environment of our newly transformed ward."
John Calvert, Fire Safety Manager, Royal Brompton Hospital and Harefield Hospital
Scarborough Hospital's Urgent and Emergency Care Centre (UECC)
Project Scope: Supply and installation of doorsets for a £47 million new-build UECC facility.
Challenges:
- Balancing high-quality specifications with cost constraints
- Meeting diverse performance requirements across different areas.
- Coordinating with multiple stakeholders in a complex project
SDS Solution:
- Strategic mix of doorset types:
- Dfendoor for high-traffic areas
- Lamdoor for lower-traffic zones
- Shieldoor for lead-lined applications
- Collaborative door scheduling with architects and contractors
- Streamlined specification process through expert door scheduling
- Flexible product range to meet diverse project needs
- Tailored product selection to maintain consistent aesthetics
Outcomes:
- Successful delivery of doorsets meeting all compliance and performance standards
- Contributed to the project's perfect 100% score in 'Considerate Constructors' scheme quality checks
- Supported the creation of a facility that nearly doubled available space and improved infection prevention rates
Conclusion: The Contractor Advantage with SDS Doorsets
Partnering with Specialist Door Solutions (SDS) offers contractors a significant edge in healthcare construction projects.
- Compliance Assurance: Pre-certified doorsets reduce risks and potential delays
- Efficient Installation: Pre-assembled doorsets options
- Versatile Product Range: Diverse options meet varied project requirements
- Expert Collaboration: From door scheduling, Installer Training to on-site support, SDS supports contractors throughout each stage of complex projects
- Long-Term Value: Durable, low-maintenance doorsets enhance contractor reputations with healthcare clients
- Project Excellence: SDS products contribute to high-quality outcomes, as seen in our award-winning projects
By leveraging SDS's expertise and quality, contractors can exceed expectations in the demanding healthcare construction sector.
Watch this video to see how SDS doorsets enhance healthcare project efficiency.
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