Retail

Perhaps there is no better example of where people congregate in large numbers where the outbreak of fire presents a serious potential hazard to both people and property than in the Retail Sector.

Some of these locations may be enclosed within a larger mall or precinct. The serious possible nature of any fire and subsequent volumes of toxic smoke emitted during from the fire, from the packaging and the products on sale themselves, means that fire protection is a vital consideration. The range of goods available in retail premises increases the risk from fire and the speed at which a fire can develop. “Out-of-town” stores on retail parks also often have large warehouses attached to protect. (Also see warehouses and distribution).

All retail shopping developments are built to a “fast track” programme; undergoing design changes right up to the last minute and have complex and inter-related building services. For over 20 years Argus have experienced many such projects and have proved their technical competence, on-site expertise, and adaptability to the client’s requirements that have proved vital to all such projects.

These include end user clients such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Debenhams, Marks and Spencers, British Home Stores, Top Shop / Top Man, French Connection, Vision Express, British Home Stores and shopping centres such as The Trafford Centre (Manchester), The Shires (Leicester), Land of the Prince Bishops (Durham), West Orchards Centre (Coventry) and The Bull Ring Indoor Market (Birmingham).

Some of these projects required an aesthetic solution to the fire protection systems. Whether it is colour co-ordinating pipes sprinkler heads, or to “hide” pumps, tanks and all other controls from external view to maintain a buildings theme, Argus have the expertise ensure that all design aspects be achieved.

This is another reason why they are fast becoming the preferred fire engineering contractor.

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