CMS Systems

Falkirk Schools Gateway

Client - Falkirk Council
Contractor - Ogilvie Construction
Architect - JM Architects
Cost - £750,000
Completion Date - February 2009

Background
As part of the Falkirk Schools Gateway project, CMS were appointed by Ogilvie Construction as main aluminium curtain walling, window and door contractor on 4 new build secondary schools.

Brief
The scope of work for the 4 new schools incorporated design, manufacture and installation of an ambitious glazing work packages to be completed on budget and within a programmed work period.

Systems
The specifications integrated the use of Senior Aluminium System SMR 900 curtain walling, SPW300 windows and SD, SFG door and glazing systems.

Key Areas

• Main entrance feature curtain spanning 55m in width and 11m tall over three storeys.
• Design accommodating projecting flash channels
• Protruding steel sections
• shaped glazing
• Glass to glass frameless facade system

Stuart McPherson, Construction Manager
Ogilvie Construction

'On all the Falkirk Gateway schools, CMS worked tirelessly to meet the demands of aesthetics, structure, deadlines and budget. The result of which was successful completion of this ambitious project through shear commitment, determination and hard work.'

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