Private Hospital in Bury St Edmunds.
Lead-lined doorset solutions for enhanced clinical safety and performance.
SDS played a key role in the modernisation and refurbishment of the operating theatres at a Private Hospital in Bury St Edmunds, owned by Circle Health Group. The project focused on upgrading the clinical environment with high-performance, lead-lined doorsets designed to meet the stringent demands of surgical spaces.
About the project.
To minimise disruption to surgical services, the refurbishment, including removal of existing doors, installation and commissioning, was carried out across multiple weekends, enabling the hospital to maintain its clinical schedule with limited downtime.
The project required bespoke radiation-protection solutions, integrated warning systems and durable finishes capable of withstanding the demands of a high-traffic operating environment.
Project overview.
Project: Operating theatre refurbishment at Private Hospital
SDS products used: Shieldoor
What our clients have to say.
“The replacement theatre doors, were installed over a number of weekends to minimise the hospital’s downtime. All credit to SDS for the bespoke vision panels, integrating the x-ray and laser warning lights.”
“SDS have provided an excellent
service from the quotation stage
to the delivery of 22 doorsets,
along with keeping myself updated throughout the process, is commendable.
It’s also encouraging to know that the SDS staff exhibited quality workmanship, and found their products to be outstanding.
Providing consistent quality and maintaining good communication are essential aspects of any successful business.”
Project delivery.
SDS worked closely with Kirbys Construction Ltd to supply Shieldoor lead-lined doorsets, engineered specifically for the hospital’s refurbished theatres.
- Finishes included Snowflake and Cobble.
LRV 81; RAL 9003
- A variety of vision panels were supplied for this project, including Priviglaze+ vision panels and warning panels.
- The installation of 22 doorsets was carried out with full consideration of infection control measures, patient flow and surgical scheduling.
- Doors engineered to withstand the demanding clinical and hygienic requirements of modern theatres
SDS healthcare doorsets supplied:
Key outcomes and benefits.
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Fully compliant, radiation-protected theatre doorsets.
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Fast, coordinated delivery across weekend installation windows.
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Bespoke warning light integration improves safety, visibility, and aesthetics.
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Enhanced durability, impact resistance and long-term performance.
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Strong collaboration between SDS and Kirbys Construction ensured smooth delivery from quotation to handover.
Summary.
The Bury St Edmunds Private Hospital refurbishment demonstrates SDS’s expertise in delivering precision-engineered, lead-lined doorset solutions for critical healthcare environments. With integrated Priviglaze+ technology, bespoke warning systems and high-durability finishes, SDS helped create a safe, efficient and modern theatre environment—delivered through a coordinated installation programme that avoided disruption to clinical operations.
