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Coralline & Binsey Walk, Thamesmead, London

Collard were delighted to have successfully completed the £5.8m demolition and enabling works contract at Binsey and Coralline walk in Thamesmead.

This project was split into two distinct phases with the completion of one leading the start of the other. The instruction to proceed with second phase of the project was largely dependent on the success of the first. Both phases amalgamated to a combined number of 242 residential and commercial properties required to be demolished to allow for much needed redevelopment in the centre of Thamesmead.

The majority of the dwellings were constructed of a reinforced concrete frame with precast balcony cladding doweled onto the face of the concrete. Various movement joints, counter levered structures throughout and unusual design features that were typical of this age and location.

Structural demolition

Utilising competent in-house staff all trained to CCDO standard and having experienced demolition management and supervision at all times.

The use of our well-maintained specialist demolition plant including Collards own high reach excavator fitted with pulverising attachment to demolish the building in line with BS 6187: 2011 standards of demolition. The chosen method and equipment were selected to aid in the reduction of dust, noise and vibration. The high reach was supported with various other capable plant including our 70t and 50t excavators

Use of Temporary works in the form of Scaffolding protection was also utilised at the boundary where works were close to the public.

Asbestos removal

Notifiable and non-notifiable asbestos was located through the buildings. This included notifiable materials to every flat. All asbestos removal was carried out by a licenced contractor in accordance with CAR 2012 and the Hazardous waste regulations. All wastes consignment notes were issues to the client

Utility diversion

The utility diversions were efficaciously completed on time and to programme. Early engagement with utility companies and dedicated delivery manager to coordinate contractors, produce safe sequences and system of works, and oversea the installation of new shared trenches and service corridors.

Key achievement’s
  • Project was completed with zero, incidents or accidents with any complaints being handheld quickly and efficiently.
  • The project was successfully completed in February 2021 saving 23 weeks on contract programme.
  • Both the Binsey walk site and Coralline walk site was awarded Considerate Contractors Performance Beyond Compliance Certificate
  • Over 8,000m3 of materials were sustainably recycled for further use on site as type 1, type 2 and 6F2
  • Recycle rate for all materials removed form site was 97%

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