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Read how the TEK Cladding Panel maximises space also achieves high performance
Case Study5 min read
King’s College School identified a need for a dedicated indoor sports space as the existing assembly hall was considered too small for older pupils. To address this, they chose to demolish a small, underused building to make room for the new Centre. The building work, overseen by Barnes Construction, provides a range of facilities including a multi-purpose hall, aerobic/dance studios and full changing facilities. To minimise heat loss from the building, Hollins Architects and Surveyors specified 172 mm TEK Cladding Panel to be installed within the structural frame by McVeigh Offsite.
LOCATIONCambridge, UK
ArchitectHollins Architects
ProductsTEK Cladding Panel
The TEK Cladding Panel is a high performance Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) which comprises a rigid insulation core between two layers of OSB/3. The panels feature a unique jointing system which helps to reduce air loss.
"The basic principles of this design with respect to sustainability were based on achieving the highest level of insulation and ensuring the overall building fabric is as efficient as possible rather than a reliance on renewable energy. The Kingspan TEK Cladding Panels fitted well within these principles."
Rob Marsh-Feiley - Hollins Architects and Surveyors
Mcveigh Offsite fabricated the panels to the project’s specifications at their production site. They were then delivered following a carefully scheduled programme – minimising disruption at the active school location. The lightweight SIPs were rapidly installed inbound of the steel frame by a small team of site operatives. The accurate, offsite manufacturing approach ensured minimal alterations were required during the fit-out, keeping the project on schedule for its completion deadline.
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The manufacturing facility where the panels are produced carries both FSC® (FSC®-C109304) and PEFC (PEFC/16-37-1330) Chain of Custody certification. As standard, the OSB/3 facing of all TEK panels is PEFC certified.
