Delivery of a compliant and technically coordinated curtain walling, louvre, and automated entrance package for Winslow Station, meeting Network Rail standards within a complex infrastructure environment.
Project Details
TL;DR:
Advanced Glass delivered a specialist façade package at Winslow Station for VolkerFitzpatrick as part of a Network Rail infrastructure project. The scope included SAS SF52 zone-drained curtain walling, DUCO F30Z louvres, and automatic sliding doors with pocket screens.
The project was delivered over a three-month period and required close coordination to meet stringent Network Rail standards alongside standard building regulations. Key challenges included late design changes to transom depths, resolving curtain wall interfaces at roof level beneath an external canopy, and integrating concealed wiring for automated doors.
Additional complexity came from double-width pocket screens, glass-to-glass corners, and a 1.5kN barrier load requirement. Despite programme delays outside of Advanced Glass’s control, installation progressed smoothly, with only a single glass replacement required due to third-party damage. Feedback from the project team highlighted Advanced Glass’s professionalism and strong support during the design stages.
Advanced Glass was appointed by VolkerFitzpatrick to deliver the façade package at Winslow Station, a new railway infrastructure project delivered in accordance with Network Rail standards. The works were completed over a three-month period and formed part of a wider programme that experienced external delays.
Scope of Works
Advanced Glass supplied and installed:
SAS SF52 zone-drained curtain walling system
DUCO F30Z louvres
Automatic sliding doors
Pocket screens
The project included several bespoke elements, including double-width pocket screens, glass-to-glass corners, and systems designed to resist a 1.5kN barrier load.
Design and Technical Challenges
One of the primary challenges was the original architectural intent for the curtain walling to extend into the ceiling void, which was not feasible. Late changes to reduce the depth of the transoms added further complexity, alongside the requirement to fully conceal wiring for the automatic door systems.
The interface between the top of the curtain walling and the underside of the roof was particularly challenging, as the area needed to be fully closed off and made weather-tight beneath an external canopy. All design and detailing also had to comply with Network Rail’s stringent standards in addition to standard regulatory requirements.
Installation and Programme
The project required a typical site team of six Advanced Glass operatives. While the wider Network Rail programme experienced significant delays, the façade installation itself progressed smoothly. All installers were required to hold track safety certification, despite not working directly adjacent to live railway lines.
Performance Requirements
The façade systems were designed to achieve a thermal performance of 1.6 W/m²K. The automatic sliding doors were required to achieve PAS 24 certification to meet security standards.
Project Outcome
The final façade installation was successful and met all required performance standards. The only on-site issue involved damage to a pane of glass by a separate subcontractor, which was promptly replaced. Feedback from the project team was very positive, with Advanced Glass described as professional and particularly helpful during the design stages. Approved project photography is available for use.
What next?
From luxury restaurants to hotels, city centre offices, heritage buildings, and rural schools, Advanced Glass delivers tailored curtain walling and glazing solutions to meet the demanding performance and aesthetic needs of our clients and their customers.
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Delivery of a compliant and technically coordinated curtain walling, louvre, and automated entrance package for Winslow Station, meeting Network Rail standards within a complex infrastructure environment.
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