Work on Sheaf and EMB, and the new atrium, continues to progress really well. The new chemical engineering lab, Sheaf 4014, is likely to be completed slightly ahead of schedule and rooms 3006, 3007 and 3009 in EMB may also be handed over to us before Christmas rather than in the new year. We have … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 14 December 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 30 November 2016
The pouring of screed for the new atrium floor began last week and so far has progressed very well. A levelling off layer has been put down in the main atrium area, and underfloor heating will be installed above this. A second layer of screed will be poured to seal this in and create the … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 30 November 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 16 November 2016
The work on Sheaf and EMB continues to progress really well ahead of next spring’s planned completion date. The majority of significantly disruptive, high risk works have been completed and towards the end of the year we will begin to move into final finishing and cosmetic works, although some periods of disturbance should still be … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 16 November 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 2 November 2016
Work has now begun on phase 4 of the STEM project, taking in areas of Sheaf Level 0 and EMB Level 0. This work, which will run until February 2017, will include breaking through between Sheaf and EMB to create a physical link between the two buildings, remodelling some classroom spaces, redefining escape routes and … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 2 November 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 19 October 2016
Work on phase 4 of the STEM project, taking in areas of Sheaf Level 0 and EMB Level 0, will begin on 31 October and run through until February 2017. This phase will include breaking through between Sheaf and EMB to create a physical link between the two buildings, remodelling some classroom spaces, redefining escape … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 19 October 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 5 October 2016
The work on Sheaf and EMB is progressing very well, with no majorly disruptive work planned for the next two weeks. Walls are being erected within the new atrium which will cause some noise but this won’t be too disruptive. There is an area of screed that will need to be removed close to the atrium … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 5 October 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 21 September 2016
Work on Sheaf and EMB continues to progress well as we head into the new academic year, with construction of the new atrium well underway. Erection of glazing on the roof lights began last week and the new stairways are currently being built. There is an area of screed around what was the old Sheaf/EMB … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 21 September 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 7 September 2016
With the start of full teaching fast approaching we are working closely with the contractors and the faculty to ensure that any outstanding issues within Sheaf and EMB which could have an impact on returning students or staff have been highlighted and actioned. This week a full check of both buildings has been carried out, … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 7 September 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 24 August 2016
Work has begun this week on the new chemical engineering lab in Sheaf (4013 and 4014). This has been brought forward in the STEM programme at the request of the faculty. Initial demolition work in these areas will unavoidably involve significant noise and disruption. In order to mitigate the impact of this we have asked … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 24 August 2016
Sheaf/EMB update: 10 August 2016
Since the last update we’ve marked an important milestone in the project with the final pieces of steelwork lifted into place on the new atrium. A ‘topping out’ ceremony saw the Chair of the Board of Governors, Geoff Dawson, and Paul Dickerson, Managing Director of contractor Houltons, put their signatures to the final girder before it was lifted into … Continue reading Sheaf/EMB update: 10 August 2016