Harrods Department Store

Harrods, the epitome of luxury retail, situated on Brompton Road in the prestigious borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, is a historic department store that has become synonymous with high-fashion, unparalleled customer service, and a diverse range of luxury products.

The current Harrods building, established in 1905, encompasses around 300 departments, 20 restaurants, a bank, and a beauty salon, making it Britain’s premier department store.

Harrods is renowned for its exceptional selection, including designer fashion, luxury beauty products, fine jewelry, gourmet foods, furniture, electronics, and much more, alongside its iconic Food Halls renowned for gourmet and artisanal offerings.

Harrods also provides a suite of specialised services, such as bespoke tailoring, personal shopping, and interior design consultation, highlighting its commitment to excellence and attention to detail in catering to the needs of its discerning clientele.

In supporting the continued evolution of this retail giant, Surespan was tasked with enhancing the store’s infrastructure through the supply of over 30 HIAC aluminium recessed floor hatches tailored to various specifications, including sizes of 1500 x 900mm, 1200 x 1200mm, 1000 x 2000mm, 600 x 2000mm, 700 x 800mm, 900 x 1200mm, and multiple 1200 x 1200mm units. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Amtico flooring, each hatch was recessed by 4mm, ensuring a flush and unobtrusive finish that maintains the aesthetic integrity of the store’s luxurious interiors.

Rated at Facta Class ‘A’, these hatches are engineered for pedestrian use and can withstand up to 5kN (0.6 tonnes) wheel loads, ensuring durability and safety for both staff and visitors. Incorporating gas spring-assisted opening mechanisms facilitates ease of access, while a fire rating of up to 4 hours (from the underside only) ensures compliance with stringent safety standards.

Through this collaboration, Surespan has proudly contributed to the legacy of Harrods, ensuring that the store not only continues to offer an unparalleled shopping experience but also adheres to the highest operational efficiency and safety standards. This project exemplifies Surespan’s ability to deliver bespoke access solutions that meet the unique requirements of luxury environments, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and innovation in the access products industry.

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Centenario Ratones Lithium Plant

Project snapshot Project: Centenario Ratones Lithium Production Plant Location: Salar Centenario Ratones, Department of Los Andes, Salta Province, Argentina (3,800m above sea level) Client: Eramine Sudamérica S.A. (subsidiary of Eramet Group, France / Tsingshan, China) Delivery model: Direct supply, Ex Works. Client arranged logistics to Argentina. Scope: 2no. SRHE/50/DL electrically operated double-leaf roof access hatches (5000 x 5500mm structural opening), with electrical control boxes, battery back-up, key switch controls, painted finish, removable lifting eyes, spare actuators, and 5 days supervisory installation attendance. The project The Centenario Ratones plant is one of the most significant lithium projects in South America. Operated by Eramine Sudamérica S.A. — a joint venture between French mining group Eramet (50.1%) and Chinese steelmaker Tsingshan (49.9%) — the plant uses advanced Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology to produce 24,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate per year from brine pumped from beneath the salt flat. Representing an investment
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