We manufactured and installed this canopy to shelter technicians when moving between laboratories. The framework is marine powder coated steel to make sure it will last for years to come. The roof glazing is twin wall polycarbonate mounted on self supporting roof bars. If you would like to know more or if we can help with your next project, please get in touch on 01704 514613 or visit www.bcshelters.co.uk
Green Roof Bus Shelters
We are delighted to announce that B&C now offer a green roof option for bus shelters. This option is available on new bus shelter orders and can also be retro fitted to some existing bus shelters.
The product will be a folded aluminium tray containing a 3 layer sedum blanket system. The first layer is a Rigid Drainage Board with Filter Fleece. The rigid drainage board allows for excess water to drain away, while keeping enough to feed the vegetation above. The Second substrate layer is a blended mix of free-draining organic material with clean, screened granular aggregates, recycled from certifiable waste products from the building industry, to provide a low nutrient water-retentive growing medium. It is made from 70% recycled materials in compliance with the Soil Association standards and certifications along with the UK Green Roof Code of Best Practice. The third layer is the sedum blanket they are lightweight, low maintenance, containing between 8 - 12 species which are specifically chosen for roof applications. The blend of sedums is a shade-loving, sun-loving and drought-tolerant species.
If you would like more information about our green roof bus shelters, please visit https://www.bcshelters.co.uk/busshelters or call us on 01704 514613
Motorcycle Shelter With Solar Lighting
Andrew at Ardmac Performance Contracting Ltd contacted us when they needed a motorcycle shelter for part of a project they were working on in Manchester. The shelter is aluminium construction with polycarbonate glazing. The roof lighting is a custom made solar system consisting of 4 storage cells, a photovoltaic solar panel and a low power LED lighting strip.
If you would like us to help with your next project visit https://www.bcshelters.co.uk or call us on 01704514613 for more information.
St Neots Bus Shelters
We were contacted by Katie at St Neots Town Council to manufacture and install 4 bus shelters at St Neots town center. We produced 3 bay pitch roofed shelters with solar lighting installed. The aluminium shelters are block and rivet construction and marine powder coated to make sure they will look in pristine condition for years to come. If you would like us to help with your next project visit https://www.bcshelters.co.uk or call us on 01704514613 for more information.
Portakabin Canopy
We were contacted by Kerry at Portakabin to design and manufacture a canopy to provide cover between 2 Portakabins at the British Car Auctions site in Guilford. The design brief was to create a strong yet lightweight canopy that could be attached directly to the Portakabin walls. We produced an all aluminium framework with polycarbonate glazing. The frame was marine powder coated and has a 20 year guarantee.
If you would like us to help with your next project , visit https://www.bcshelters.co.uk or give us a call on 01704 514613
Tate Modern Cycle Shelter
We were contacted by Maylim Ltd to create a cycle shelter for Tate Modern in London. Maylim provided the initial concept and we worked closely with them to develop a solution. The shelter is a 14M x 2.5M cantilever construction with 50mm x 50mm x 3mm welded steel mesh grid covering 16mm twinwall. This gives an industrial appearance while providing suitable cover. If you would like us to to help with your next project, call us on 01704 514613 or visit https://www.bcshelters.co.uk
Grattan Developments Waiting Shelter
Ian from Grattan Developments contacted us regarding a waiting shelter for Great Bear Distribution in Skelmesdale. They required an 8M x 2M waiting shelter with 2 bench seats. The structure is a bolt down, aluminium framed shelter with polycarbonate glazing and is marine powder coated. The roof is eliptical with a D-section surround.
If you would like us to help with one of your projects, please get in touch on 01704514613 or visit www.bcshelters.co.uk
Reddish Vale High School Canopies
We were asked by Scott at JSM Building Solutions to design and install 2 canopies for Reddish Vale High School. We one canopy at 21M and one 14M to offer protection where pupils congregate outdoors during break times. The shelters are free standing SHS steel framework with dig in bases designed to BS EN 1090. Marine powder coating in RAL 5002 ultra-marine blue. The roof glazing is 10mm twin wall bronze polycarbonate with class 1 BS 476/7 Fire rating which blocks 99% of UV radiation and is weather, impact and UV resistant. The aluminium roof fixing strips, guttering and downpipes are marine powder coated and the suffacing was reinstated to match the existing surface.
If you would like help with one of your projects, please get in touch on 01704514613 or visit www.bcshelters.co.uk
Bus Stop Shelter Replacement
2 bay cantilever shelter with a pitched roof in RAL 6005 green
We were contacted recently by Lakes Parish Council to replace a damaged bus stop shelter. We installed a 2 bay cantilever shelter with a pitched roof in RAL 6005 green. Our range of bus shelters can be seen here
Installation took one day and was within 3 weeks of order. If you would like more information, please get in touch on 01704 514613.
The History Of RAL Colours
After the first world war, Germany was in a period of economic recovery. Mass production techniques were advancing and there was a need for a quality assurance standard. German Industry and the government decided to standardise quality assurance, testing, and labeling. This lead to the forming of the Reichs-Ausschuss für Lieferbedingungen (National Board for Delivery Conditions).
The RAL was founded on 23rd April 1925 and was, and still is an independent body. The reliability of the RAL quality assurance system depends on adherence to the quality standards and test specifications by the companies themselves as well as regular monitoring carried out by independent third parties.
In 1927 RAL set the first binding standards in 1927 with a collection of the 40 most widely used colours in industry and public life. These 40 colours were defined for the first time and uniquely classified using RAL numbers. Today, the 2,328 RAL colours are a defining worldwide standard used in industry, trade and design, as well as by professional users of colour.
In 2008 the RAL German Institute for Quality Assurance and Certification (Deutsches Institut für Gütesicherung und Kennzeichnung) formed a new company called RAL gGmbH specifically to handle its RAL colours.
Infographic - The Process Of Ordering From Us
Bus Stop Shelter Refurbishment
Bus Stop Shelter After Refurbishment
BC Shelters are offering a refurbishment service. We are able to bring new life to your existing bus stop shelters by replacing the entire roof, the polycarbonate glazing, and repainting the remaining structure at the roadside.
Bus Stop Shelter Before Refurbishment
Using this service saves around a third of the cost compared to replacing with like for like.
If you would like more information about this scheme or if we can help you with anything else, please get in touch on 01704 514613 or by email using paul@bcshelters.co.uk
Structural Calculations
Structural calculations can be required for a number of reasons. The calculations can ensure the safety of a new structure. They can help the manufacturer identify potential problems with a design before production begins, saving money in the long term or they can help to resolve disputes if there is negligence by the designer.
The report will be created by a qualified structural engineer. The client will need to cover the cost, this will vary due to the amount of work involved. The calculations should provide a list of components which have been included in the calculations document. This should highlight any specific design requirements of the various structural elements.
An account of how the building will function structurally to withstand vertical and horizontal loads must also be provided. The design should conform to the current and relevant British Standards. References to specific standards must be included wherever relevant. The specification of materials must be detailed in the document and in drawings.
A breakdown of all permanent and imposed horizontal and lateral loading must be provided and the site wind load calculations must be provided where applicable. We use an independent chartered structural engineer to supply our structural calculations and structural engineering reports.
If you would like any more information, please get in touch.
A Quick Introduction To What We Make
We made a short video explaining what we do. If you would like some more information about any of our products, please get in touch.
Charging Station Enclosure
We were contacted recently by a company in Iceland to help them with a project to enclose the new charging points being installed throughout the country. Providing extra weather protection for the charging stations drastically reduces unit failures and maintenance cycles.
Canopies for Outdoor Learning Spaces
BC Shelters manufacture canopies for outdoor learning spaces. With the government guidance regarding social distancing and the announcement of additional funding for school repairs and upgrades, it may be the ideal time to consider one of our canopies. If you would like some more information, please call us on 08081782460
3d Printing PPE Parts
For when our 3d printer isn't busy creating models for our clients, we joined the COVID-19_Volunteers_UK group on slack and are doing our bit to help by printing PPE parts. #staysafe #3Dprinting
NHS Blood and Transplant Centre
We completed this enclosure for the NHS Blood and Transplant Center project in Barnsley last week. This over-sized 2 bay enclosure is 12.8M x 10.2M and 5.5M tall and was installed in just a week. If we can help you realise your project get in touch.
A brief history of Ringtail Business Park
RNAS Burscough, also known as HMS Ringtail, was a fleet air arm (FAA) naval air station which was situated 1.5 statute miles south-west of Burscough, Lancashire. The admiralty acquired 650 acres (2.6 km2) of land in December 1942 and the airfield was built with four narrow runways and several hangars, being commissioned on 1 September 1943. It was used to train for landing aircraft on aircraft carriers. The HMS Ringtail name was as for a ship because it was a navy airfield. RNAS Burscough closed for flying in may 1946. Thereafter, the hangars were used for the storage of aircraft engines and other FAA equipment, under the direction of RNAS Stretton (A.K.A. HMS Blackcap), until both airfields were disposed of in 1957. During the 1960s, civil crop duster agricultural aircraft, both fixed wing and helicopters, used the now otherwise inactive airfield as an operating base for refueling and filling the aircraft's spray tanks. As of early 2009, four naval hangars still survive in use for non-aviation purposes, and were used from the late 1970s until January 2012, when the charity moved to new premises within the industrial estate. One of the four hangars is where we are located at b&c. These four hangars include 'pentad' type hangars, and are located on the western edge of the old airfield. The site is now being developed with a large supermarket having opened; with the industrial estate ever growing popular for all sorts of businesses.