S Norton is a leading scrap metal recycling company with a commitment to environmental sustainability and operational excellence. Operating across various locations, their River Clyde site is pivotal in their operations yet the site faced a critical need for enhancing safety measures, particularly concerning emergency lighting. With a significant portion of their operations housed in out-buildings and offices, ensuring safe exit during power failures became imperative.
Our Fire & Security team undertook the task of upgrading emergency lighting systems at the S Norton River Clyde site. Understanding the unique requirements of the client, we installed new emergency lighting systems tailored to their needs.
The solution comprised a strategic combination of twin spot and bulkhead fittings installed throughout the office and out-buildings. This approach ensured comprehensive coverage of the site, offering the S Norton team safe exit routes in the event of power failures or emergency situations.
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Twin Spot Fittings: Positioned strategically to provide high-intensity illumination, twin spot fittings were installed in critical areas to ensure clear visibility and safe passage during emergencies.
Bulkhead Fittings: Deployed in corridors, stairwells, and other key pathways, bulkhead fittings provided reliable and consistent illumination, facilitating smooth evacuation procedures.
The new emergency lighting installation is integrated with Power Backup Systems, guaranteeing uninterrupted operation even during power outages.
We ensured that all installations complied with relevant safety regulations and standards, providing S Norton with peace of mind regarding regulatory compliance.
The upgraded emergency lighting system significantly improves the safety of the site, providing employees with clear and illuminated egress routes during emergencies. By adhering to regulatory requirements, S Norton mitigated the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.
Project Challenges: While we often come across and then overcome many challenges during fire & security installation work, this project was relatively straightforward. The main challenge was ensuring that all work was completed safely during working hours with S Norton staff on site.
The successful implementation of the emergency lighting upgrade at the S Norton River Clyde site exemplifies our dedication to delivering tailored solutions that address the unique needs of their clients. By prioritising safety, compliance, and operational continuity, we continue to be a trusted partner in safeguarding businesses against potential risks and threats. Our Fire and Security Services are NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accredited and we can design, install and offer maintenance contracts for Fire Systems, Access Control Systems, CCTV and Intruder Alarms nationwide.
If you would like to know more about the emergency lighting work we provide for clients across the UK or would like to discuss upgrading your existing fire & security systems, please contact us today. Our clients range from one off domestic properties or single unit business all the way to large high st. names.
Brief project description: We recently undertook a project to upgrade the CCTV cameras for a domestic client in Carluke. The client sought to enhance their surveillance capabilities to better safeguard their premises and turned to HF to help them upgrade their existing security system. The client expressed the need to upgrade their existing CCTV cameras to newer models capable of full-colour recording round-the-clock. Their primary objective was to bolster their security measures by deploying advanced technology that could serve as a potent deterrent against potential intruders, both during the day and at night.
Our Fire & Security Engineer replaced the existing CCTV cameras with new CCTV cameras that seamlessly integrated with the existing security infrastructure. The new CCTV cameras offer superior image clarity and low-light performance to effectively monitor the premises day and night.
Our fire & security engineers meticulously configured the cameras to synchronise with the client’s network, enabling centralised monitoring and management. The new CCTV cameras are fitted strategically across the client’s premises to maximise coverage and minimise blind spots.
Project Challenges: The main challenge was to ensure that the new CCTV cameras integrated with the clients existing home security system. Adhering to strict quality standards and industry best practices, we successfully completed the upgrade work and the clients home security system now offers a stronger deterrent against intruders, giving them peace of mind knowing that their premises were effectively safeguarded against potential threats, day and night.
Fire & Security Services
Our Fire & Security Services are backed up with NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accreditation so that we can operate to the highest possible industry standard and guidelines across the UK.
Combining this with our renowned in house knowledge and service level capabilities means you can trust HF Fire & Security to take care of all your fire and security needs throughout the year, across the country.
Fire or theft can have devastating effects, especially when it comes to protecting human life. There are certain assets that money cannot replace, and based on this core principle, after a brief understanding of your requirements, we can offer a solution that best suit your needs without costing you the earth.
All it takes is one call and our dual-disciplined engineers can handle any type of issue. All operatives liaise in real time with the service desk using hand-held devices; jobs are allocated instantly; in turn they can relay updates back to the client or access full history – all at the touch of a button.
Posted on March 20th, 2024 in
The Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen
Client: The Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen Completion date: February 2024 HF divisions involved:Fire & Security
Brief project description: Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen is a popular establishment located in Edinburgh. Renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and just round the corner from the home of Scottish Rugby, the bar attracts a large number of patrons daily. However, to ensure the safety and security of both staff and customers, the management recognised the need for an upgraded intruder alarm system. Step forward our fire & security team.
The existing intruder alarm system at Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen was outdated and unreliable, posing a potential risk to the establishment’s security. Certain areas of the premises were not adequately covered by the existing system, leaving vulnerabilities that needed to be addressed and the client desired a modern intruder alarm system that could seamlessly integrate with their existing security infrastructure, including CCTV cameras and access control systems.
Our Fire & Security engineers conducted a comprehensive assessment of the premises and collaborated closely with the management of Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen to develop a tailored solution integrating the new system with the existing security infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication and centralised management. We completed the upgrade work on their intruder alarm system within the quoted time to ensure that their staff and premises are protected for the future.
Project Challenges: The main challenge with this intruder alarm upgrade was ensuring that all of the work was completed to a specified schedule working around the 6 Nations Rugby Fixtures. The Murrayfield Bar & Kitchen is a popular establishment for rugby fans both before and after Scotland home fixtures so our work had to be completed around the 2024 fixture list, ensuring no disruption to the business during these peak time periods. With our experience of installations, maintenance and alarm upgrades in the hospitality sector, our engineers we able to easily work around the required time restraints of the Edinburgh Bar & Kitchen.
Our Work in the Hospitality Sector
From local restaurants to museums, pubs, hotels and so much more. In such a diverse sector across the UK, it is little wonder that our equally diverse range of services has seen us become the go to company for businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector who are looking for a complete service package all under the one brand.
Offering everything from Electrical Installations to Mechanical Ventilation systems, Intruder Alarms and even 24/7 Security monitoring, we are a company well connected.
A hotel (for example) can require annual PAT Testing and Fire Sprinkler System Maintenance. They need bathrooms fitted and refurbished, air conditioning systems installed and refrigeration systems installed. That is just some of the services we can offer, and all under the one HF banner. Our unrivalled levels of in-house service and capabilities in everything we do has seen us occupy an unprecedented position in our industry and has seen us become the go to name in Hospitality and Tourism Contracting.
With senior-level hands on management involved from the initial project planning all the way up to work completion, you have access to our wide range of services, consultants and skills which are second to none.
Offices across the UK
We provide our full range of services for the hospitality and tourism sectors across the UK. With offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen. It means that we can deal with stand alone and chain brand hotels on an equal footing and all with that senior-level hands on approach.
Whether you are looking for a hotel refurbishment, restaurant fitting, fire alarm install for a restaurant or one of the hundred plus other services that we can offer in this sector, you will always find a world class company leading the way in next generation technologies for your business.
Brief project description: At the end of September, Scotmid officially opened their latest store in the mixed use development in Heartlands, West Lothian. The 4000sqft store features all of the usual produce and goods that Scotmid is famous for and our Fire & Security team were tasked with completing the complete fire and security system installation for the new store.
Our engineers installed the full compliment of Fire Alarm, Intruder Security System, Access Control Systems, CCTV and Fog Bandit.
Fog Bandit is a fantastic system that operates on the simple philosophy of ‘if you can’t see it, you can’t steal it’. The smoke system, when activated quickly fills a room with safe high density fog that leaves no residue. Alongside our other security features including motion detection and magnetic lock systems, this latest Scotmid store is armed with the latest in anti theft security systems.
We also supplied and installed a new L1 Fire Alarm System that includes automatic fire detection as well as sounders present throughout the new fit out that achieve a minimum sound level of 65dB(A).
The CCTV system allows the store to monitor the entire building and the access control system ensures that only authorised personnel can access restricted areas such as the stock room.
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Project Challenges: Because this was a new store fit out in a brand new building, we had a lot more freedom to install all of the fire & security systems than we might have in a historic building that has existing wiring and installations. The biggest challenge was the deadline. The Scotmid had a fixed opening date so we had to ensure that all of the fire & security installation work was completed in time for the store to be fully fitted out and prepared for the grand opening.
Fire & Security Services
Our Fire & Security Services are backed up with NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accreditation so that we can operate to the highest possible industry standard and guidelines across the UK. Combining this with the in house knowledge and service level capabilities that HF is famous for means we can take care of all your fire and security services 24/7.
With clients ranging from one off domestic properties to single unit business, all the way to large High St. brands.
We firmly believe in excellent client communication and throughout the entire group, we put this at the hub of everything we do. Our engineers have first-hand knowledge of all projects and vast experience of multi-discipline works. It all adds up to a service fully focused on protection and delivery your requirements on time and on budget – because anything else, quite simply, won’t do. This is why we are ‘A Company Well Connected’
Brief project description: The Scotmid store in the small mining town of Prestonpans near Edinburgh was converting part of their existing store layout to create a new ‘Scotmid Funerals’ branch within the existing site layout. The store fit out work required Fire & Security work to be completed which is why Scotmid turned to our Fire & Security division to complete the work.
We supplied and installed a new L1 Fire Alarm System that interfaced with the stores existing system. An L1 BS5839 classification fire alarm system includes automatic fire detection in all rooms, all escape routes and any void area over 800mm in height (unless it is an area of high risk). This particular fire alarm system also included sounders present throughout the new fit out that achieve a minimum sound level of 65dB(A).
Project Challenges: There were minimal challenges with this particular project. Our trained NSI Fire Gold accredited engineers were easily able to interface the existing fire alarm system with the new one that we were fitting while the CCTV and intruder alarm set up were successfully installed followed the required plans set out by Scotmid as part of the project. Because this was a new store built within the existing building floor space, we did not have to deal with existing wiring issues or access restrictions that can commonly present themselves to our fire & security installers on jobs in more historic buildings.
Fire & Security Services
Our Fire & Security Services are backed up with NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accreditation so that we can operate to the highest possible industry standard and guidelines across the UK. Combining this with the in house knowledge and service level capabilities that HF is famous for means we can take care of all your fire and security services 24/7.
With clients ranging from one off domestic properties to single unit business, all the way to large High St. brands.
We firmly believe in excellent client communication and throughout the entire group, we put this at the hub of everything we do. Our engineers have first-hand knowledge of all projects and vast experience of multi-discipline works. It all adds up to a service fully focused on protection and delivery your requirements on time and on budget – because anything else, quite simply, won’t do. This is why we are ‘A Company Well Connected’
Brief project description: As part of their growth plans, Shortbread House Edinburgh had recently acquired a new premises beside their existing factory unit in Leith. With the new premises, they had a need to secure and protect the site and turned to HF and our Fire & Security division to complete the work.
We carried out the installation of a new Intelligent Fire Alarm System, Intruder Alarm System as well as CCTV for the new premises. As part of the installation, the new fire alarm system allows the customer to individually mark each fire detection point for a more accurate detection system.
These new premises that Shortbread House were moving into had an existing fire & security system that a previous occupier had installed. We were able to network this system and upgraded the intruder alarm to tie in with the newly installed system that we had fitted while also networking the existing fire alarm install.
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Project Challenges: The main challenge that our installation team had to overcome was connecting the existing fire alarm system that was already fitted in the premises to the newly installed system that our Fire & Security team had been contracted to install. Fire Alarm Systems are a life saving necessity, especially in a facility like this so it was of the utmost importance that the new system was correctly installed and working reliably connected to existing devices that were already fitted.
Our Fire & Security team offer complete business and personal fire and security solutions. Our Fire and Security Services are NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accredited and we can design, install and offer maintenance contracts for Fire Systems, Access Control Systems, CCTV and Intruder Alarms nationwide. Our experience and skill allowed us to easily overcome the challenge of interlinking the existing system with ours and the new fire & security system was successfully installed, tested and commissioned without any problems.
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With unrivalled levels of in house knowledge and service level capabilities, we can take care of all your fire and security services through multiple industry sectors across the country. With 24 hour call out service and 24 hour monitoring, our clients range from one off domestic properties or single unit business all the way to large High Street name brands.
At HF, we believe firmly in excellent client communication and the entire division puts this at the centre of everything we do. Our engineers have first-hand knowledge of all projects and vast experience of multi-discipline works. It all adds up to a service fully focused on protection and delivery your requirements on time and on budget – because anything else, quite simply, won’t do.
Brief project description: After the successful restaurant fit out work we completed for the new Gaucho restaurant that opened in Glasgow, we were once again contracted to complete the electrical installation of the new Gaucho Argentinian Steakhouse themed restaurant; this time in their new Newcastle location.
The works covered the full electrical wiring and installation work for the restaurant including the installation of new electrical wiring, power, lighting and dimming systems for the restaurant as well as new data wiring that would allow the new venue to have a higher level of security over wireless networks.
On top of the electrical work completed, our Fire & Security division completed the installation of a new Fire Alarm System, a new Intruder Alarm System and fitted a state of the art CCTV system for the restaurant.
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The main challenge that we had to deal with during this project was the building itself. The new Gaucho Restaurant is sited in a Grade 2 listed building on Market Street right in the heart of Newcastle Town Centre. As with any historical listed building, there were many obstacles to overcome when we began stripping out old electrical wiring and fittings that had been used by previous tenants of the property. However with such a rich history in electrical installations both in the Hospitality & Tourism sector and on buildings of this vintage, our invaluable experience allowed us to complete the project to specification, on time and to the highest of standards.
Images of the site early in the project.
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With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover, and with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. Working with HF Group is more than just another service contractor.
Established in 2012, Edin Mill have become one of the most popular Premium Gin brands. While based in St Andrews, they also have other sites including a packaging and distribution centre in Glasgow. To ensure the security of this facility, Eden Mill required upgrades to their sites existing security system and turned to our Fire & Security division to complete the security upgrade work. The works included the installation of a new access control system for both the main entrance to the facility as well as for the main warehouse area, the fitting of new CCTV cameras and the installation of a new intruder alarm system and bell box. We also repositioned existing CCTV cameras that had been installed at the premises to ensure better coverage.
The new CCTV cameras that we installed are state of the art and offer a complete 360 degree view of the facility while the access control system now helps to ensure that only designated personnel can access restricted areas.
Project Challenges:
The main challenge with this project was height. The building interior is very high so in order to install the new CCTV camera, we had to use an access platform. Because of the wide open spaces, it was relatively easy to position the mobile platform for each installation location but all work had to be carried out around existing work in the facility to ensure safety.
What Security Systems can we fit?
At HF, we can install the complete range of security systems that business needs to protect their employees and assets including:
From fire detection systems to control measures such as sprinkler systems to help minimise the risk of fire damage to importance business assets and employees.
One of the most effective security monitoring systems available. The latest CCTV systems are fitted with night vision, comms systems and lighting systems that can work with alarm systems.
Door entry systems that can use thermal control to limit access while biometric facial recognition can offer contactless ‘clock in/clock out’ functionality on top of the security benefits.
With a maximum 4 hour Security Services Response time and 8 hour maximum Fire Services Response Time, our Security Engineers are available with fast acting telephone support to provide instant solutions to many of the most common fire and security issues that your business may encounter.
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Our Fire & Security Services are backed up with NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accreditation so that we can operate to the highest possible industry standard and guidelines across the UK. Combining this with the in house knowledge and service level capabilities means that trusting HF Fire & Security can take care of all your fire and security services throughout the year and throughout the country.
All it takes is one call and our dual-disciplined engineers can handle any type of issue. All operatives liaise in real time with the service desk using hand-held devices; jobs are allocated instantly; in turn they can relay updates back to the client or access full history – all at the touch of a button. Backed by other services within HF including ELectrical, Mechanical, Telecommunications and Automated Controls, it is easy to see why HF is ‘A Company Well Connected’.
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity with the aim of making sure that nobody faces dementia alone. They provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families across Scotland. And as part of their growth, they have been expanding into a new office in Perth that covers the region. At HF Fire & Security, we have been working with Alzheimer Scotland for a number of years and handle all of their fire & security needs across all of their sites in Scotland.
The new office in Perth is one of 24 sites they have across the country and we were responsible for the installation of a new intruder alarm system, access control system, automatic doors and fire alarm upgrade.
Project Challenges:
As with so many office fit out projects, the main challenges of installing fire & security systems is working around other contractors both in terms of timing and space. We are of course very used to working in these environments so while challenging, they pose no issues for us when it comes to getting the job done.
Fire Alarm Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance
Fire Alarms Systems are vital to help prevent, detect and control the spread of fires in domestic and commercial premises. We can offer a comprehensive service for all aspects of fire alarm systems. From the installation of fire alarm and monitoring systems, to the maintenance of
existing fire alarm systems. Our Fire and Security Services are NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accredited.
All it takes is one call and our multi disciplined engineers can handle any type of issue. All operatives liaise in real time with the service desk using hand-held devices. Jobs are allocated instantly and in turn, they can relay updates back to the client or access full history – all at the touch of a button.
Intruder Alarm Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance
Feeling safe in your own home should be a guarantee. A state of the art intruder alarm system will gone a long way towards achieving that goal. Our engineers can design intruder alarm systems suited to your homes layout and day to day needs. For example, if you have a pet, then our pet friendly detectors are the perfect solution.
We strive to offer you the very best in home alarm system design, monitoring and maintenance plan by offering a fully customised alarm system design, installation and maintenance package so that your home, your possessions and your loved ones are secure.
With 24 hour monitoring and advanced online tracking, you can even keep an eye on your property while on the move.
Access Control Systems
The sky is the limit when it comes to access control systems. If you are simply looking for a security system for low risk door access (such as the back door of a restaurant) then mechanical systems are an ideal and cost effective solution. But when you enter the digital world of code lock systems, you can begin to tap into a wide spread of additional benefits for businesses that need help in managing and monitoring a lot more in their daily business activities beyond just security.
This can include:
• Contactless Clock In/Clock Out Systems
• Area Access Restrictions
• Thermal Screening
• Fire Safety
• Staff Rotas
Automated Gates, Turnstiles and Barriers
Our Fire & Security Engineers can design, install and maintain barrier systems, turnstiles and security gates for multi-occupancy sites and domestic and commercial properties nationwide. Working in tandem with our access control systems, automated gates, turnstiles and barriers can be tailored to suit your requirements and provide your business with a heavy duty method of access control.
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Our Fire & Security Services are backed up with NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accreditation so that HF Fire & Security can operate to the highest possible industry standard and guidelines across the UK. Combining this with the in house knowledge and service level capabilities means that trusting HF Fire & Security can take care of all your fire and security services throughout the year and throughout the country.
All it takes is one call and our dual-disciplined engineers can handle any type of issue. All operatives liaise in real time with the service desk using hand-held devices; jobs are allocated instantly; in turn they can relay updates back to the client or access full history – all at the touch of a button. Backed by other services within HF including ELectrical, Mechanical, Telecommunications and Automated Controls, it is easy to see why HF is ‘A Company Well Connected’.
Honda is one of the most recognisable car brands in the world and has been selling cars and bikes in the UK since 1966.
While Henrys Honda dealership in Glasgow may not have been around for the same length of time, they have been around long enough that the popular dealership in the South Side of Glasgow’s existing fire alarm system was due an upgrade.
The dealership wanted to improve their safety rating while upgrading their existing set up to a modern set up so called on HF Fire & Security to complete the fire alarm upgrade work.
We updated the existing fire alarm system which included the fitting of a new Fire Alarm Panel (FAP) to replace the previous unit along with the installation of new automated fire detectors and new manual call points across the building.
Project Challenges:
It was essential that normal business operations could continue while we carried out the fire alarm upgrade work. This meant that our engineers had to work around the existing day to day business operations of the dealership.
We had to keep the current fire alarm system operational while we completed the installation of new smoke detectors and call points before making the switch over and completing tests at convenient times that would cause no significant disruption to the branches sales and repair operations.
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Our Fire & Security Services are backed up with NSI Gold and NSI Fire Gold accreditation so that HF Fire & Security can operate to the highest possible industry standard and guidelines across the UK. Combining this with the in house knowledge and service level capabilities means that trusting HF Fire & Security can take care of all your fire and security services throughout the year and throughout the country.
All it takes is one call and our dual-disciplined engineers can handle any type of issue. All operatives liaise in real time with the service desk using hand-held devices; jobs are allocated instantly; in turn they can relay updates back to the client or access full history – all at the touch of a button. Backed by other services within HF including ELectrical, Mechanical, Telecommunications and Automated Controls, it is easy to see why HF is ‘A Company Well Connected’.
Brief project description: Our Fire & Security division were commissioned to install a new Fire Alarm System and Intruder Alarm System for the MacPhie food factory in Glasgow.
The client requested a P1 grade Addressable Fire Alarm System to be designed and installed for the protection of production facility. This new fire alarm system was installed to cover the ground floor and first floor offices, the attic space above the main factory production areas as well as all of the additional outbuildings on the site.
Linked to this fire alarm system in the main building was a new aspirating alarm system that provides coverage across the entire production area – nearly 1700m²! This aspirating smoke detector system (FAAS System) was designed to also cover their blast freezer which operates at -25°C.
The fire alarm system included a main control panel with 3 loops connecting over 150 devices including the aspirating system with two dual channel FAAST units, each with 4 detection zones set up to provide complete coverage of the main production hall.
Finally we installed a Grade 2 level of Intruder Alarm System. Grade 2 alarm systems offer an additional level of security over Grade 1 systems thanks to more sophisticated technology and are a more reliable set up. Grade 2 alarms offer more of a challenge for burglars who posses some level of experience and knowledge in what they are doing. Grade 2 alarm systems protect against multiple entry points in a building and are far more suitable for many commercial properties such as this.
Project Challenges:
Installing the aspirating smoke detector system across the production area and blast freezer was a design challenge. However, as ‘A Company Well Connected’, we were able to draw on the experience and skills of our Mechanical division and their commercial freezer installation work to design an aspirating system that would work properly through these areas.
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The HF Group of companies offers clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities and senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover. For our customers, it gives them the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. We have diversified and developed abreast of industry advancements and have grown into a group of world-class companies leading the way in next-generation technologies; and all with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen. Faced with today’s business challenges – recessions, pandemics, takeovers and mergers, this is testament to HF’s truly outstanding approach.
Hugh M Fulton – Group Chairman says:
“Experience shows. Our strong ‘family’ system is based on cohesion, flexibility and communication. We have a proven track record of delivering results and a truly quality service.”
Brief project description: HF were contracted to complete the Electrical, Mechanical and Fire & Security work for the refurbishment of the old Kinning Park Primary School that has been used as a local community centre since 1979. The job required multiple divisions of the HF Group included Automated Controls to be utilised as we help convert the historic building up to modern standards.
Electrical – Our electrical division were responsible for the complete installation of brand new mains power source, including upgraded CT metering and the installation of Distribution Boards throughout the building. As part of the complete rewiring of the building, we also fitted new electrical wiring from local distribution boards to new LED light fittings (and refurbished and upgraded fittings) as well as additional small power outlets.
The architectural designs required for the job included dimming controlled lighting in set ground and first floor open plan areas.
Working alongside our Mechanical division, we were responsible for the installation of new commercial kitchen equipment and the installation of Smoke Vent controls (required by our Fire & Security Division) that were connected to the roof Velux windows with main and remote panels located as required.
An elevator was installed by a specialist lift fitting contractor and to ensure the building was compliant, we a installed disabled refuge system on all main and half landing levels of the building that can be used in the event of an emergency.
We ensured that we stayed in close contact with our fellow contractors within HF to assist with power supplies and control requirements where necessary.
Mechanical – Our Mechanical Division were tasked with the installation of the buildings brand new central heating system and plumbing system. This included everything from new combi boilers to radiators, pipping, sink units, toilets and showers.
Because of the age of the building, we fitted a new Gas supply for both boilers and kitchen cooking equipment.
Our HVAC team were also tasked with installing new ventilation and extraction systems throughout the building.
Fire & Security – Our Fire & Security engineers installed a brand new L2 fire alarm system throughout the building that connected to various Mechanical installed gas systems. We fitted a variety of Security devices and CCTV cameras across the site ranging from tamper alarms on windows to motion sensors in hallways, bell boxes and security lighting outside. We installed video and pin code Access Control Systems that use simple to operate control handsets installed and interlinked across all offices throughout the building.
Controls – Our Automated Controls team were contracted to design, build and install a main control panel for the site that would be located within the plant room of the building. The control system included wire to all valves and pumps and was linked with newly installed zonal thermostats throughout all levels of the structure. The controls system our team designed included built and wired controls for kitchen extract and intake fans as well as heating battery controls for both the kitchen and ground floor toilet areas.
Project Challenges:
The architect/interior designers wanted to keep the authentic rustic look and feel of the original school building where possible. This meant that we had to work around existing interior design features. The Kinning Park Complex was originally built in 1910 as the science block of Lambhill Street Secondary School. Due to the age of the building, difficult access restrictions and the complex nature of rewiring such an old building while installing new plumbing and heating systems – all while ensuring that the building met the latest fire and security standards – understandably had its challenges. But as ‘A Company Well Connected’, we can provide Electrical, Mechanical, Fire & Security as well as Control System services all under the one roof. This means that through experience, skill and inhouse communication, our team were able to work through any obstacle that popped up during the site fitting.
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The HF Group of companies offers clients an unsurpassed level of genuinely in-house capabilities and senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover. For our customers, it gives them the opportunity to tap into a wide range of services and a team of consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. We have diversified and developed abreast of industry advancements and have grown into a group of world-class companies leading the way in next-generation technologies; and all with a family continuity at management level which is rarely seen. Faced with today’s business challenges – recessions, pandemics, takeovers and mergers, this is testament to HF’s truly outstanding approach.
Hugh M Fulton – Group Chairman says:
“Experience shows. Our strong ‘family’ system is based on cohesion, flexibility and communication. We have a proven track record of delivering results and a truly quality service.”
Brief project description: Our Electrical Division were contracted to complete the electrical fit out of the new Gaucho Argentinian Steakhouse themed restaurant to be opened in Glasgow. The works included the installation of new power, lighting and dimming systems for the restaurant as well as new data wiring that would allow the new venue to have a higher level of security over wireless networks. We also installed the wiring for the new restaurants sound system.
Project Challenges: Our Electrical Division had to carry out extensive electrical refurbishment works throughout the premises whilst retaining the main structure of the building, not damaging ceilings or walls which were being retained.
As a professional Electrical Contractors we have worked on many similar Restaurant fitting projects in Glasgow for the Hospitality & Tourism sector. This invaluable experience allows us to complete these kinds of projects to specification, on time and to the highest of standards.
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With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover, and with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. Working with HF Group is more than just another service contractor.
Brief project description: We completed the electrical refurbishment of the Glasgow All Bar One ground and first floor public areas. Our work also required expertise from our Mechanical and Fire & Security divisions for the Plumbing Fittings and Fire & Safety Testing of the newly refurbished Restaurant and Bar in Glasgow City Centre.
The electrical work required the replacement of all existing wall and pendant light fittings in the public areas. These were replaced with new, client sourced, light fittings. We were also tasked with the installation of centre piece LED lighting used for ‘feature columns’ in the public spaces. These ‘feature columns’ form a big visual element of the interior design layout of the refurbishment of the restaurant/bar.
Additional lighting units were fitted to replace the existing track lighting units in the public spaces and we installed LED lighting strips to the back bar gantry, front bar area, masterclass bar and upstairs cabinets to help the restaurant/bar area ‘mood lighting’.
The newly fitted lighting systems were all connected through a Tiger dimming system which replaced the Bars existing individual dimmers for lighting circuits. This new system now allows the All Bar One hospitality team to set specific lighting scenes dependant on time of day.
Our electrical team also fitted new plug sockets throughout the premises, all of which came with decorative twin USB sockets.
Our Mechanical Division were tasked with all the new plumbing fittings work for the new kitchen area. We also provided all of the plumbing fittings for the public washrooms in the venue.
Our Fire & Security Division completed the Fire Risk Assessment work for the newly refurbished Bar/Restaurant and completed successful testing of the Fire Alarm System.
Project Challenges: This project was completed in Glasgow City centre while the COP26 conference was taking place. This meant that our electrical, mechanical and fire & security team had to deal with the many road closures in Glasgow as well as other unique obstacles caused during the running of COP26.
The biggest project challenge however was the very tight timescales. All Bar One officially closed for the Bar/Restaurant Refurbishment to commence on Sunday 17th October. The final handover was scheduled to be on Monday 8th November with the venue to re-open on Wednesday 10th. This meant that there was a large amount of work to be done in a very short space of time.
With multiple service contractors (including plumbers, tilers, joinery, decorating and flooring contractors) all present and all working in relatively small spaces, and with a short time scale to complete the project, it was challenging to coordinate our necessary works alongside the other trades and their schedules.
However, as a professional Restaurant/Bar fitters we have worked on many similar projects in the Hospitality & Tourism sector which has given us invaluable experience to allow us to complete this kind of work to these kind of deadlines to specification, on time and to the highest of standards.
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If you would like to find out more about the various refurbishment works we can provide across our divisions in the hospitality sector, please click the link below.
With senior-level hands-on management from initial planning to final handover, and with the opportunity to tap into a wide range of varied services and associated consultants with a skills base and command of technologies which are second to none. Working with HF Group is more than just another service contractor.
Brief project description: This is Macron’s new store at the AJ Bell Stadium in Manchester. HF Group and our Manchester Office were employed to deliver the full package of Electrical Services as we had previously carried out for the Macron stores in Glasgow and Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.
Our services included the electrical work and data cabling. All works were carried out in-house and shop fitting & joinery works, flooring, painting & decoration and racking works were carried out as part of the shop fitting process.
The project was delivered on time and on budget including additional works requested and variations.
Project Challenges: Delivering the full package in under four weeks to reach the critical opening date with all trades working together in relatively small areas was a challenge. However, as with previous shop fitting projects, we operated with seamless site coordination on this project.
During the project, we encountered an issue with data communication between the AJ Bell Stadium and and the shop data links. This was resolved by our own Electrical Engineers and all of the systems were working perfectly in time for the opening..
Customer quotes:
“Absolutely delighted with the service received and works carried out by HF”.
Alex Buchanan.
Related Projects
You can read more about the work we did for the Macron Store in Glasgow by clicking the link below.
Our unique combination of family continuity, in-depth business and technical knowledge and an investment in recruiting and developing the very best skillsets, means that our customers still benefit from the highest possible standards of electrical service and delivery – the hallmark of HF since its inception.
With an approach which combines traditional values with innovative thinking, we recognise that a faulty light switch requires the same level of service and professionalism as a multi-million pound design and build project.
If you would like to know more about our Electrical Services, examples of the work we have done in this sector or if you have any questions about bespoke services that you are looking for, please call us today on 0800 783 9480 or email info@hf-group.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Our work in the Retail Sector
Delivering retail solutions for a wide variety of end use customers ranging from large scale retail park fittings to refurbishing city centre brand stores. We provide a customer focused approach to our retail work offering our clients an unrivalled level of in-house capabilities and service in everything we do.
We work with some of the biggest High Street brands in retail and our work covers environments ranging from the city centre high street to retail parks, shopping centres and transport hubs.
Experts in ‘live environment’ working, and with a successful track record in delivering exceptional results, we can offer an effective and extensive package of services and bespoke solutions covering everything from contractor management to on going maintenance and servicing.
Brief project description: The HF Fire & Security Team were tasked with installing an Analytical CCTV Security Monitoring System to provide 24 hour protection around the perimeter of our customers Chemical Manufacturing Facility. This CCTV system automatically contacts the HF monitoring station day or night if it has detected a potential intruder or visual disturbance.
Upon receiving and activation, the HF monitoring station personnel can then access the site CCTV system remotely and analyse and review the site video feeds for any issues and act accordingly. This gives our client peace of mind that their facility is being monitored for any and all potential intruders 24 hours a day.
Project Challenges: In a rural setting such as where the clients facility is based, false activations can always be a problem. However with the HikVision CCTV cameras installed, this is dramatically reduced as the system installed has 90% accuracy in detection of intruders. This increased accuracy was imperative as animals and debris in the surrounding area could have created issues with false activations
The installation of this CCTV system was conducted during live operations. As it is a chemical manufacturing site, health and safety was imperative due to manufacturing that takes place as well as the constant delivery traffic that was taking place in and out of the site buildings.
Customer quotes:
“Firstly I would like to thank you and your team for all the hard work that has gone into installing this CCTV system. The engineers were both very conscientious about keeping me informed about progress and asking about cable runs etc.”
Matt Howard
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With clients ranging from single unit offices to large scale storage warehouses and many well known high street brand names in between, we offer a wide range of security systems for businesses in the UK. We design and install systems that suits our customers unique business needs and within their working budget. With experience in fitting alarm systems in Shops, Offices, Warehouses, Schools, Healthcare Centres, Sports Facilities and Production Facilities; we can offer the complete Security System Installation, Monitoring and Servicing package.
HF Group and our Electrical and Fire & Security Divisions were employed to deliver the full package of all trades as we had previously carried out for their store in Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh.
The project included Electrical works, data installation, security alarm and CCTV installation, all shop fitting & joinery works, flooring, painting & decoration and racking install. The project was delivered to the customers full satisfaction on time and on budget including additional works requested and variations.
Project Challenges: Delivering the full package in under four weeks to reach the critical opening date with each of the trades working together in relatively small areas was a challenge. However, all tradesmen involved have worked together previously with seamless site coordination as they did on this project.
Customer quotes:
“Absolutely delighted with the service received and works carried out by HF”.
Alex Buchanan.
Brief project description: OI Manufacturing required sprinkler protection within their basement cullet systems, OI Glass is made in more than 20 countries around the globe. They create innovative, distinctive and beautiful glass packaging that builds brands and drives consumer intrigue. They produce over 1 million glass bottles per day from the Alloa site.
Project Challenges : All installation works had to take place with no disruption to production, the basement is underneath the forming machines and any glass bottles not deemed acceptable are pushed down the pipework toward the cullet system for regeneration.
This essentially means that bottles holding temperatures of over 1000c are sliding down the system creating a possible fire risk. HF created a fire safety plan for working within this area as well as erecting scaffolding and engineer protection.
In total HF installed 5 systems covering all areas of the basements deemed a fire risk.
Customer quotes: HF carried out the works in line with the relevant RAMS and performed the installation to a high standard. Clear communication was essential and again, HF performed their duties extremely well
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Brief project description: Design, supply & installation new electrical services installation to new conservatory.
Project Challenges: The challenge on this project was to design the electrical installation in keeping with the antique theme that exists within other parts of the building. Another challenge was ensure that no surface cabling would be visible within the conservatory structure. This was achieved by manufacturing bespoke pvc trunking disguised as framing which ensured that all cabling could be contained in a neat and tidy manner completely hidden from sight as displayed in the photograph below.
Brief project description: To convert the existing Marriot Hotel restaurant and Sevens Bar into a Carluccios restaurant Hotel lobby bar. Project scope included the complete strip out of the existing hotel restaurant, Kitchen, lobby coffee shop and Sevens bar to allow for the formation of the new restaurant and bar.
New installation works included all Power, lighting, fire alarms and CCTV installations.
Project Challenges: As the hotel remained fully operational at all times the project was carried out in 2 phases with the restaurant being closed and stripped out in phase 1 while the Sevens bar remained operational to provide food and beverages for hotel guests. Phase 1 saw three quarters of the Carluccios restaurant and bar area open after 8 weeks. this allowed Sevens bar to be closed on the weekend of the phase 1 handover. The strip out and fit out of the final area was completed in 4 weeks.
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Strathclyde University Labs – Electrical Installation & Fire Alarm System
Client:Balfour Beatty, Glasgow, Scotland, UK Project length: 30 Weeks Project value: £550k – Electrical Installation inc. Fire Alarms HF divisions involved:Electrical, Fire and Security
HF completed the electrical installation of all lighting, power systems, ICT and fire alarm systems within the new SCAPA labs within The John Anderson Building, Strathclyde University with Taylor & Fraser for Balfour Beatty.
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Busby Hotel – Electrical Refurbishment
Client: Hugh Stirling, Glasgow, Scotland, UK Project length: 16 Weeks Project value: £325k – Electrical and Fire Alarm HF divisions involved:Electrical, Fire and Security
HF Electrical in connection with Hugh Stirling Ltd have recently completed a full refurbishment and upgrade of distribution equipment, lighting, power and fire alarm systems within the iconic Busby Hotel, Clarkston, Glasgow.
The works included all function suites, bars, 32 bedrooms and back of house areas.
More information about the Busby Hotel can be found by clicking here
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HF have recently assisted in the expansion of SAFC’s existing facility in Irvine which included a dry powder milling and blending facility. HF were responsible for the full mechanical, electrical & process control packages.
SAFC is the custom manufacturing and services unit of Sigma- Aldrich Corporation. The company is recognized as a top 10 Global specialty chemicals and biologics supplier. As a trusted manufacturer for the life science and high technology industries, SAFC works closely with customers to resolve development challenges and accelerate the product pipeline, utilizing its global “Centres of Excellence” and dedicated manufacturing facilities. HF is proud to have been party of the Scottish centre based in Irvine.
Services provided HF: Electrical Mains and Distribution, Lighting and Small Power, Fire Alarm System, Cat6E Data install (Brand REX), Intruder Alarms, Security Door Access
Brief project description: The purpose of the Lister project was to upgrade and refurbish existing space within the Royal College of Surgeons site at Nicolson St, Edinburgh. The site that has been occupied by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh since the mid 1800’s and the college itself is one of the oldest surgical corporations in the world and traces its origins back to as early as 1505.
HF Electrical and HF Fire and Security with their unique skill sets and expertise of old historic buildings were a perfect fit for this type of works. HF were commissioned to strip out the services to an existing link corridor. Once enablement works were completed and the link corridor removed it allowed the substantial upgrade to commence. HF Electricals’ works included the supply, installation and commission of new MCCB panel boards in the main college switch room. New sub main distribution for the upgrade of areas in the Playfair Gallery, the Jules Thorn Gallery, the Dental Museum and the new atrium building. There was new LED lighting for displays along with supply and installation of new electrical power and data to accommodate the new museum layout.
As the site had to remain open, HF Fire and Security were set a different challenge, they had to ensure the existing Fire Alarm systems, Intruder alarms system and the security door access controls all had to remain operational. They were all adapted to suit the on-going works and on completion upgraded, extended, tested and commissioned to suit the new building use.
In May 2016 the Lister project received an award for the best permanent exhibition in the UK at the prestigious Museums + Heritage Awards for Excellence 2016. This award is regarded by most as the Oscars of the museums and heritage industry. It is an award that celebrates the achievements of pioneering projects of the past 12 months.
Project Challenges: The age of the building and the requirement to keep the building open to the public whilst allowing staff to function with their normal day to day task over a sustained period of time.
Customer quotes:“Contract team were more than willing to facilitate our needs to allow works to continue during extensive building works” – Lyndsay Davenport
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EV Charging Grant Eligibility
Are you considering purchasing an electric vehicle?
Did you know that there is currently an incentive grant available that can lower the up front costs of installing an EV Charge Point?
You can find out if you are eligible simply by answering some simple question.
Do you own or are in the process of purchasing an electric vehicle?
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Do you have off road parking or a designated parking space?
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Do you have access to the EVC Network?
That’s great!
There are currently incentive grants available to reduce the cost of installing an EV Charge Point at your property.
To find out if you are eligible for an EV grant and to generate a quote for your EV Charging Point installation from HF Group, please click the button below.
Based on your answers, unfortunately we do not believe that you are currently eligible for a Government grant for your new EV charging installation.
However….as one of the leading electrical contractors in the UK, we can still install your EV charging station.
