Surespan has manufactured and supplied a large access hatch in the engine house of Heathrow Airport’s new terminal five.
Heathrow Airport, Terminal Five
The three leaf hatch – which measures 6 x 3 metres – can take up to 5kN/m² loading. It has an electric actuator opening which can be activated remotely and is fire rated for up to two hours.
Bill Burke,C ontracts Manager at Heathrow Airport said:
“We were very impressed with Surespan’s proactive approach throughout the whole project.The hatch has been well received by the authorities at Heathrow”
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