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Tel: 01753 829511
Fax: 01753 825010

(Kent Office:
01622 858080)

email us: info@structren.co.uk

Structural Renovations Limited
Unit 6 'Exmoor', Lidstone Court, Uxbridge Road, George Green, Slough SL3 6AG

Latest News

• October 2009

  Straightening the Bezier

  Structural Renovations Ltd has recently completed the installation of carbon fibre plates to floors of both blocks of the unique Bezier Building at the junction of Old Street and City Road in London.

  The use of composites resin bonded to the top floor cantilevered structural slabs was introduced to facilitate additional loading requirements and to limit the amount of permanent steelwork propping required to the floors below.

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• September 2009

  New Technical Advice Sheet

  Structural Renovations have added a new technical advice sheet to the Technical Advice Page of our website, click here to read more

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• July 2009

• Clements Court, Hounslow

  Working with Hounslow Homes Ltd and their partnering contractor Apollo Property Services
  Group, the Company installed in excess of 2000 remedial fixing and corner brackets together
  with concrete repairs to stabilise the the façade to the structural frame of the 13 storey residential
  block prior to over cladding.

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• June 2009

• King Solomon Academy

  Following trials carried out earlier in the year, the mullions of the grade II* listed building were
  successfully repaired using a polymer modified mortar and finished with a colour matched
  mortar containing sand and aggregate similar to those used in the original construction.
  Additional protection was given by the application of an MCI and clear coating.
  Full details of this contract can be found in our Project Profiles section.

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• May 2009

• Rowlandson House

  In order to give additional strength to the underside of the 1st floor concrete slab, the Company was employed to carry out installation of new structural steelwork supported on new padstones to the external walls and finally treated with a spayed fire protection.

• April 2009

• New Website Launched

  A new and easier to navigate website is launched and your feedback would be greatly appreciated, to do this please contact a.muirhead@structren.com.

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• March 2009

  King Solomon Academy

  Extensive concrete and coating trials have begun at the King Solomon Academy, Central London to match the existing concrete colour and texture. English Heritage are involved on the grade 2 listed building, which is an early example of pre-stressed concrete.

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• February 2009

  Return to Palace Theatre

  Working in the ‘dark’ periods between performances and between productions Structural Renovations have been carrying out a variety of operations in a number of London theatres on behalf of The Really Useful Group. Most recently, water ingress was solved by the application of a waterproof render in basement areas and resin injection techniques were used to repair brickwork to the proscenium arch of the Palace Theatre.

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• January 2009

• Technical Advice

• Structural Renovations have launched a technical advice service with the issue of advice notes on a variety of subjects pertinent to the specialist structural repair sector of the industry. If you would like to receive copies please contact a.muirhead@structren.com Alternatively copies can be down loaded from the Project Profiles page by clicking Technical or by clicking here.

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• December 2008

• Breakfast Seminars

  The Company has recently held a successful breakfast seminar at the Building Centre in London in conjunction with Fosroc Ltd on the subject of Electro-Chemical Protection. For information on future technical seminars please contact a.muirhead@structren.com or call Andrew Muirhead on 01753 825511.

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• November 2008

  West London Mansion Block

  Structural Renovations have been awarded the concrete repair works to a large 85-year-old red brick mansion block in West London that is currently undergoing external refurbishment. Delicate repairs are required to failing concrete elements including ornamental urns, balustrades and detailed balcony edges and cills.

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• October 2008

  Chartered Institute of Building

  We are pleased to announce that Tom Haynes has achieved Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Building. Tom is part of our Estimating Team having joined the company in the summer of 2006.

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• September 2008

  Overcoating One of the Largest Barrel Roofs in the Country

  Slough-based Structural Renovations was short-listed in the Concrete Category of the Construction News 'Specialist in Construction Awards 2006' held at the Park Lane Hilton on 11th May 2006.

  These prestigious awards are supported by both the Specialist Contractors Council and the Specialist Engineering Contractors Group and recognise the critical role played by specialist contractors of all sizes and types in this country's construction projects.

  One of the largest barrel roofs in the country has recently been given at least another 15 years of life by the application of a cold liquid applied roof membrane. Further details can be found on our Project Profiles page or by clicking here.

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• August 2008

  Completion of Works to Building of Local Interest

  Built in 1923, The Arnussi is a homage to Egyptian and Middle Eastern architecture. Due to the many alterations and additions to the building, the external envelope was in need of repair and protection that was achieved by the use of a variety of concrete and render techniques followed by an elastomeric coating.

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• February 2008

  Concrete Society

  The February issue of The Concrete Society magazine, Concrete, features an article about the basement swimming pool repair contract carried out by the Company.  A copy can be seen here and is also featured in the Project Profile section.

  This follows the successful inclusion of an article in the February 2007 issue by Fosroc Ltd on Metropolitan Wharf which can be viewed by here.

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• December 2007

  Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

  We are now able to offer to carry out Domestic Energy Assessments to the domestic market in accordance with the HIP Regulations.

  An Energy Performance Certificate is required when a property is marketed and is an important part of the Home Information Pack designed to advise potential buyers of the efficiency of the property and energy savings that can be made.

  In addition, from October 2008 an EPC will be required upon change of tenancy of a property in the Social Housing sector.  This will affect both local authorities and housing associations where we can assist in this market. 

  It is also envisaged that the Company will become involved in the production of Energy Performance Certificates and Display Energy Certificates to the commercial market (Non-dwellings) when these become a requirement throughout 2008.

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• July 2007

  Brooklands Race Track

  In April 2007 Structural Renovations completed repair works to the Campbell circuit at the world famous Brooklands race track.

  Traditional techniques were employed in repairing the, now listed, track utilising a mix design similar to that used when it was first constructed in 1907.

  The track, once famous for Selwyn Edge’s non-stop 24 hour driving record, now houses the new Mercedes-Benz World museum.

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• January 2007

  CONSTRUCTIONLINE REGISTRATION

  In January 2007 we achieved registration with Constructionline,

  the UK register of pre-qualified construction services run as partnership between the DTI and Capita.

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• September 2006

  CHAS COMPLIANCE

  The Company has been recently successfully assessed by the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS), as a compliant company meeting the CHAS standards.

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• August 2006

  OUR FIRST OLYMPIC CHALLENGE

  As one of the first projects to go under the banner of an Olympic Contract the Company has recently completed concrete repairs and installation of decorative panels in the Olympic colours to a public area in North London on behalf of TfL.

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• June 2006

  The London Bridges Bike Ride

  Directors Craig Farrand and Andrew Muirhead joined friends and family for the London Bridges Bike Ride on Sunday 14th May 2006 to raise funds for the Stroke Association.

  The 32 mile ride from Tower Bridge to Hampton Court crossing 14 bridges on route was completed in fair weather without incident apart from those that could not resist a 'Pimms' stop at one of the riverside hostelries.

  Many thanks to the riders and their sponsors together with the following corporate sponsors who together have pledged over £2,000 for the Stroke Association:

  Orbital Fasteners, Quest Technical Services, Repex, Clancy Consultancy, Hud Scaffolding, Bob Rawlings, Alan Murphy (Ove Arup), The Concrete Consultancy 2000, Dave Bains (NQA), RJ Witt, Initial Contacts, BBM, Williams & Co, Resapol, Concrete Repair Association, John Foreman & Partners, UK Gunite, Thomasons, Tony Gee & Partners, Weber Building Solutions, EJC Design Partnership, Kidseed, Cleaver Property Management.

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• May 2006

  Structural Renovations short-listed in 'The Specialists' in Construction Awards

  Slough-based Structural Renovations was short-listed in the Concrete Category of the Construction News 'Specialist in Construction Awards 2006' held at the Park Lane Hilton on 11th May 2006.

  These prestigious awards are supported by both the Specialist Contractors Council and the Specialist Engineering Contractors Group and recognise the critical role played by specialist contractors of all sizes and types in this country's construction projects.

  By reaching the short list, Structural Renovations has demonstrated to the judges that the Company has over the past 12 months improved in all aspects of its business, ranging from accident statistics and levels of training to client satisfaction and financial return.

  The judges commented that ' Structural Renovations specialises in repair & restoration, ranging from residential properties to roads and bridges.  A methodical approach to quality, health and safety and client relations has seen the company grow steadily and build an enviable reputation in its sector.'

  Why not join our satisfied client base by contacting Andrew Muirhead on 01753 825511 or by the email link on the contact page from this site.

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• November 2005

  Andrew Muirhead appointed Chairman of CRA

  Managing Director Andrew Muirhead has been elected as Chairman of the Concrete Repair Association following 2 years as Deputy Chairman. The Concrete Repair Association (CRA), formed in 1989, is the recognised trade association for our specialist sector of the industry.  The CRA is committed to promoting and developing the practice of concrete repair, advancing education and technical training and represents members to professional bodies, authorities and specifiers.

• October 2005

  Investors in People

  Following a post recognition review the Company was judged to have maintained the standards since recognition in 2003.

• September 2005

  Kent Office

  We are pleased to announce the new Kent Office based in the Medway Towns can be contacted on 01622 858080

• August 2005

  Dean Cullum - Director of Contracts

  We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Cullum as Director of Contracts.  Dean has rejoined the Company following a 4 year period as Contracts Manager with a national roofing contractor.

• October 2003

  New office premises

  With effect from Monday 3rd November 2003, our office address will be -

  Unit 6 'Exmoor'
  Lidstone Court
  Uxbridge Road
  George Green
  Slough SL3 6AG

  Telephone and fax numbers remain unchanged

• April 2003

  Investor in People

  We are pleased to report that we have been recognised as an Investor in People organisation after achieving the Standard in April 2003. Structural Renovations Ltd (SRL) embraces a commitment to training and development and looks forward to the bottom-line benefits that improved people performance delivers.
  SRL are one of the few members of the Concrete Repair Association to achieve this award.

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• December 2002

  Museum of London

  Carbon fibre strengthening has been successfully completed at the Museum of London during major extension works.

   

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• December 2002

  Craig Farrand

  We are pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Farrand to Director with effect from 1st December 2002.

• October 2002

  Completion of Audi Garage works

  The company has recently completed the over coating project to a cladded roof of a car show room using the LPL Isoclad system.

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• July 2002

  Liquid roofing application update

  4 more employees have received their CSCS cards for the application of liquid roofing, bringing the total to 9.

• June 2002

  Liquid Roofing Application

  5 employees have now received their CSCS cards for the application of liquid roofing. Structural Renovations are members of the Liquid Plastics Ltd Contractor Quality Assurance Scheme and can offer single point guarantees.
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