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University Hospital of Wales.

Specialist doorsets supporting high-performance theatre environments.

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Sector
Healthcare
Location
Cardiff, Wales
Project Value
Undisclosed
Architect
N/A
Main Contractor
2D Building Contractors

SDS supported the refurbishment and upgrade of Main Theatres 3 & 4 at University Hospital of Wales, supplying specialist doorsets designed to meet the demanding requirements of a hospital theatre environment. 

Working alongside Cardiff & Vale University Health Board and 2D Building Contractors, SDS provided a combination of Dfendoor and Shieldoor doorsets, with specialist glazing, ironmongery and finishes selected to meet the functional, safety and clinical requirements of the project. 

 

Project overview. 

Project: Refurbishment and upgradet at University Hospital of Wales's main theatres 3 & 4.

Customer: Cardiff & Vale University Health Board

SDS products used: Dfendoor, Shieldoor

 

About the project. 

The Main Theatres 3 & 4 project at University Hospital of Wales required specialist doorsets capable of meeting the demanding requirements of an acute healthcare environment. 

A key objective was to ensure that the ironmongery was suitable for the end client's needs, while maintaining performance characteristics and meeting all compliance requirements.

The project also presented a significant programme challenge, with only a limited window available to complete remedial works before the theatres were returned to service. This required SDS to work responsively and efficiently to support the project team and minimise disruption to the clinical 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. 

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." 

Richard WheelerOperations Manager, Willmott Dixon

Project delivery.

SDS supplied a package of 10 specialist healthcare doorsets, comprising: 

  • Finishes included Dfend Gunpowder and Dfend Flint, creating a clean, modern aesthetic that complemented the hospital’s interiors. 
Anthracite
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Anthracite
Anthracite

LRV 8; RAL 7016

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Gunpowder
Gunpowder
LRV 51; RAL 7035
 
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  • Priviglaze vision panels with PVC and flush bead detailing.
  • Satin stainless steel ironmongery selected to meet the end client's requirements.

The doorsets were designed to meet the specified NFR and FD60s performance requirements.

With a restricted period available for remedial works before the theatres returned to service, SDS provided focused technical and project support throughout to help ensure the required works could be completed within the available programme.

 

SDS healthcare doorsets supplied:

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Dfendoor
DfendoorSupplied for areas requiring resilient and hygienic performance within a high-traffic healthcare environment. 

The doorsets were specified to support the demanding operational requirements of a busy clinical setting, where durability, hygiene and reliable performance are essential.Read More
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Shieldoor
ShieldoorSupplied for theatre applications requiring lead-lined construction, providing a specialist solution for areas where shielding performance was required. Read More

Key outcomes and benefits.

  • Delivered 10 specialist healthcare doorsets across Main Theatres 3 & 4.
  • Combined Dfendoor and Shieldoor solutions to meet different clinical and performance requirements. Provided specialist lead-lined Shieldoor doorsets for theatre applications.
  • Incorporated Priviglaze vision panels with PVC and flush bead detailing. 
    Ensured ironmongery was suitable for the end client's requirements.
  • Delivered doorsets meeting the specified NFR and FD60s performance requirements.
  • Provided responsive support during a limited window for remedial works before the theatres returned to service.
  • Supported the project team in maintaining the requirements of a live hospital environment. 

 

Summary.

The Main Theatres 3 & 4 project at University Hospital of Wales demonstrates SDS's ability to provide specialist doorset solutions for demanding healthcare environments, combining clinical performance, compliance and practical usability. Through the supply of Dfendoor and Shieldoor doorsets, specialist Priviglaze vision panels and carefully selected ironmongery, SDS supported the requirements of Cardiff & Vale University Health Board and 2D Building Contractors. With a tight timeline available for remedial works before the theatres returned to service, SDS's responsive approach and specialist technical support helped enable the delivery of the required works within a challenging clinical environment. 

 

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