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Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
High-performance healthcare doorsets for a live hospital environment.
SDS supported the refurbishment and expansion of the A&E department at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, a £35m project designed to meet growing patient demand and improve the overall patient experience.
About the project.
This project focused on expanding the hospital’s A&E department to accommodate increasing patient numbers while delivering a more efficient and supportive care environment.
The project required careful planning and execution, as construction was carried out within a live hospital environment, demanding minimal disruption to critical healthcare services.
The Trust has praised the new facility for its improvements to patient experience and the way it has enhanced operational efficiency for clinical staff.
Project overview.
Project: Refurbishment and fit-out at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital's Emergency Department.
Customer: Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
SDS products used: Dfendoor
What our clients have to say.
“The Healthcare Door Specialists were detailed in their design process and production of door schedules, ensuring the correct product arrived on site when required. The doors are high quality and robust—perfectly fit for the demanding healthcare environment of an Emergency Department. Their customer service was excellent when addressing any issues that arose."
Project delivery.
SDS worked in close collaboration with the design and delivery teams to provide compliant and durable door solutions tailored to the hospital’s demanding environment.
- Finishes included Dfend Gunpowder and Dfend Flint, creating a clean, modern aesthetic that complemented the hospital’s interiors.
LRV 51; RAL 7035
- Stainless steel lever handles and euro locks were supplied to complete a robust ironmongery package.
- PVC and timber beads were combined with Clearglaze vision panels for clarity, hygiene, and accessibility.
- Fire Safety: A combination of FD30 and FD60-rated doors supplied to meet compliance requirements. Fire safety was central to this project, with doorsets designed and certified to FD30 and FD60 standards. These ensured compliance with NHS requirements, while vision panels and ironmongery were tailored for both performance and accessibility.
SDS healthcare doorsets supplied:
Key outcomes and benefits.
- Delivered a compliant, durable, and modern door solution across a critical live hospital project.
- Supported A&E expansion with doorsets designed for both safety and patient comfort.
- Helped the Trust improve operational efficiency and enhance the overall patient experience.
- Provided robust fire safety features with FD30 and FD60-rated doorsets.
Summary.
The Luton and Dunstable A&E expansion demonstrates SDS’s ability to deliver reliable, compliant, and durable doorset solutions within a live hospital environment. With robust finishes, fire safety performance, and collaborative delivery, SDS supported the creation of a facility that meets both the clinical and operational needs of modern emergency care.