THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual
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1. ETC TYPICAL INTERNAL EQUIPMENT OPTIONS 0 0 0 INTERNAL DOOR TIMBER SOLID CORE ASH DOOR c w LOCKABLE LATCH HANDLE amp SAA BATHROOM FURNITURE CHROME PLATED FURNITURE OR FURNITURE AS CONTRACT o LEAF SIZE 726x2040mm STRUCTURAL OPENING 800x2100mm HAT amp COAT HOOKS 1000mm STAINLESS STEEL SINK c w BASE UNIT PIN BOARDS MIRRORS POST FORMED WORKTOP c w CHROME LEG SUPPORTS IF NOT OVER BASE UNITS WALL CUPBOARD amp BASE CUPBOARDS W C S c w CHINA CISTERN OR MASCERATOR UNITS 405x560mm WASH HAND BASIN c w LEG AND BEARER SET IN COVING TO DRYING amp W C ROOM 2 4 6 8 MAN BRYANT TABLE amp SEAT SETS BARRIER MATTING SLATTED TIMBER BENCH SEATING c w COATHOOKS OVER ELECTRICAL SHOWERS CUBICLES INDIVIDUALLY 8 5KW HEATED SHOWER ROOM TO BE PCS LINED WITH c w PREFORMED CORNERS ECO FEATURES TYPICALLY 0 0 0 PIR SENSOR LOW ENERGY LIGHTING WATERLESS URINALS ADDITIONAL INSULATION EXTERNAL FEATURES 0 0 Q WALL PANEL HEIGHT TO BE 2438mm TEXTURE OR SEMI GLOSS FINISH BRICK TILE etc ANTIVANDEL EXTERIOR SHUTTERS THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual Issue 3 08 11 EXTERNAL COLOUR TO BE CONTRACT SPECIFIC A V RAINWATER DOWNPIPES c w ACCESSORIES ETERNAL DOOR DOUBLE SKINNED SINGLE STEEL DOOR c w 1No 5 LEVER MORTICE SASH LOCK a STEEL FURNITURE c w INTERNAL THUMBTURN LEAF SIZE 1014x2010mm STRUCTURAL OPENING 1050x2070mm WINDOWS 908x1000mm SINGLE OR TOUGHENED DOUBLE GLAZED ALU2. Electrical Specifics Maximum Frequency RCD Main Switch Frost Protection Convector heaters Drying Rooms High level Fan Heaters Water Heating PIR amp cabin controls All Electrical Appliances Check the incoming R C D MAIN SWICH is working correctly and that it is At each relocation or checked regularly annually Ensure that insulation is in place and that it is not waterlogged Check that any Annually electrical heating installed for frost protection is in good working order Especially before winter frost and cold weather NOTE Frost stats are installed to turn heaters on when the temperature drops to near freezing and will not generally operate in the summer months Frost protection heaters will only stop pipes from freezing and are not for general space heating The electrical installation should be periodically inspected and tested in As IEE Regulations accordance with the IEE regulations Convector heaters should not be used for drying purposes covered with garments etc due to the possible fire risk Desks should not be pushed over the tops of the convector heaters Tubular Heaters may be installed within Drying Rooms and Annually are controlled via a room stat These heaters are installed under benches and coat rails providing a constant heat for keeping the temperature high for drying clothing This heating will generally be supplemented by a larger high level fan heater The fan heaters
3. Ensure that there are no loose laid items within the unit and external doors and shutters fastened and locked prior to departure It is also essential that prior to transportation that all windows shutters and doors are locked and bolted into the closed position and that all fixtures and fittings within the unit are securely fixed in place ACCESS TO SITE The following aspects will need to be taken into account to ensure that any problems on site are minimised and an acceptable standard of health and safety is maintained e Route and access to site if in doubt arrange for a local haulier to survey route and access prior to delivery e Spaceonsite for manoeuvring lorry and crane if one is to be used e Potential hazards in relation to extended crane jib e g overhead power cables e Combined mass of load and vehicle must be considered relative to ground conditions temporary tracking may be required Siting and Foundations The Surespace range of buildings has been designed to withstand the extremes of the U K climate and the strength and durability of our units has been proven by many years of experience in extreme environments However consideration of site conditions is necessary where locally they may be subject to chemical or exposed coastal sites In such circumstances additional measures may be necessary and Thurston Building Systems will be pleased to advise FOUNDATION DETAILS The standard range of Surespace buildings ca
4. are used to boost the heating when clothing is wet Once a high temperature is reached the tubular heaters will keep the room warm These heaters are either AC3 3KW OR 2 Dimplex FX 20 type heaters 2kw or 1 Annually kw Or equivalent Under no circumstance should clothing be hung over these fan heaters Besides being a major fire risk this practise will void the warranty and cause the heaters to overload and burn out Water heating is generally over sink or a under sink type Each heater should Annually have a 3 bar reducing valve fitted See specification sheets These water heaters have resettable thermal overloads should an overload trip thepower can be turned off and back on This will reset the overload The overload will operate should the heaters be powered up with the water vessels empty Heaters would not be starved of water Should the water supply be disrupted the power supply should be switched off When the water is restored the water heaters need filling then the electric supply can be switched back on Subject to specification a cabin may have additional controls typically for eco Annually features Check functionality do not attempt to service or tamper Before faulty equipment is reported under warranty Please check that the local Before reporting a Isolation to the equipment This aswitched fused spur and occasionally This fuses problem within the spur unit blow or are removed by people on site to fit into
5. strips and 1 25mm galvanised steel channel studding CONFIGURATION Surespace buildings are designed to be connected to other Thurston Surespace buildings either side by side or end to end by means of Sitelink interconnecting weatherproof corridors The units can also be double stacked by bolting the units together subject to suitable ground works Surespace Dimensions Surespace Overall External Eyebolt Centres MANU Max Min Internal Slin Model 4 evebolts are fitted Empty Handling ioe as standard Weight Length Width Floor Length Width Height Area M M M M M Tonne Tone M M M M M SC1610 5 03 342 3 27 4 27 3 18 2 56 5 0 5 4 12 77 463 2 76 2 42 SC2010 6 25 3 42 3 27 4 27 3 18 2 98 5 0 54 16 14 585 276 2 42 SC2410 7 47 342 3 27 4 27 3 18 3 4 5 0 54 19 50 7 07 2 76 2 42 SC2810 868 342 3 27 427 3 18 3 84 6 0 5 4 22 88 8 29 2 76 2 42 SC3210 9 90 3 42 3 27 5 00 3 18 4 3 6 0 6 41 26 24 9 51 2 6 2 42 SC3610 11 12 3 42 3 27 5 49 3 18 4 75 6 0 6 41 29 60 10 73 2 76 2 42 SC4010 12 34 342 3 27 6 10 3 18 5 2 7 0 6 41 32 98 11 95 2 76 2 42 Ground to Floor Level 0 33M Transport and Handling Thurston Building systems can deliver your preferred Surespace unit directly to your factory site or point of use If you wish to relocate your building Thurston Building systems can provide this service for you However Surespace buildings have been designed to make relocation and transportation as simple as pos
6. taken into account E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual CONNECTION OF SERVICES Issue 3 08 11 e Electrical Installation The electrical installation is designed and installed in accordance with the requirements of the IEE Regulations 17 th Edition 2008 Wiring is by twin and earth PVC insulated cables enclose in surface mounted PVC TRUNKING The electrical trunking system are positioned at ceiling level around the internal perimeter of the building and incorporate a detachable PVC capping piece to provide full access to wiring All circuits are wired to a multi way consumer units positioned at high level with terminals for direct connection to the site electrical supply All circuits are provided with overload protection utilising miniature circuit breakers and RCD The type of supply which may be either single or three phase depending on load requirements and assessed maximum demand are indicated on the certificate The electrical installation is inspected and tested in accordance with IEE Regulations and relevant certificate Transportable Building Electrical Installation certificates is supplied with the building please ensure that the certificate is the correct one and is kept safely On installation any live testing should be carried out by an N I C E I C contractor and all tests inserted on to electrical completion certificate once the building is live This is recommended for every building relocation and re con
7. 13 amp plug tops E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual Issue 3 08 11 HEALTH amp SAFETY The responsibility for safe working with or on any Surespace unit or complex rests with the owner or related contractor s Material safety data sheets relating to materials used within the building construction are available on request In addition to advice given in the main text your attention is drawn to the requirements of the Health amp Safety at Work etc Act and in particular the following Regulations and Standards The Management of Health amp Safety at Work Regulations including the requirement of Risk Assessments for work or activities to be completed Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations BS7121 Mobile Cranes Electricity at Work Regulations and IEE Requirements Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Construction Health Safety and Welfare Regulations Construction Design and Management Regulations BS6492 Part 2 Transportable Accommodation Units Transportation and Siting The list above is not intended as a definitive list but a listing of the main documentation that may relate to users of Surespace buildings Further vice on these publications can be obtained from Health and Safety Executive British Standards Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this guide It is however intended for guidance only and Thurston Building Systems can
8. E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual Issue 3 08 11 Client Generic Job Building Drawing Number Specification Surespace Range GENERAL DESCRIPTION Surespace tough low maintenance modular buildings are designed and value engineered to provide long life durability whilst providing additional space requirements with minimal groundworks minimal user disruption at relatively short notice often as a turnkey package This product is provided with a 15 year warranty against structural failure and is fully re locatable The Surespace building can be configured or re configured for various utilities either in the factory or on site FLOOR Agrement certified moisture resistant heavy duty tongued and grooved flooring grade strand board fixed to joists covered with bonded flexible heavy duty vinyl flooring with continuously welded seam Galvanised interlocking steel floor trays with pre formed integral cross members provide underdrawing insulation support as well as acting as floor joists these are supported on a cold formed galvanised box perimeter base frame This frame provides a stable and aesthetically pleasing interface with groundworks With the additional cross bracing included in the base construction the floors are designed to provide for a uniform floor loading of 5 kn m The floor is insulated to 0 25 W m K EXTERNAL WALLS The external walls are fully galvanised structural steel panels 305mm wide with i
9. MINIUM WINDOW OR PVC xi 915x1007mm STRUCTURAL OPENING 1063mm CILL HEIGHT
10. accept no responsibility whatsoever for any outcome of the use of advice herein In accordance with Thurston Building Systems policy of continuous product development and improvement we reserve the right to make design and specification changes without prior notice TYPICAL CONFIGURATIONS amp APPLICATIONS or POTENTIAL COMBINATIONS Drying rooms Amenity toilet amp shower blocks Mess Rooms Canteens Offices Archive amp other stores Gatehouse facility Class rooms TYPICAL EQUIPMENT CONTRACT SPECIFIC MENU OF CHOICES This listing is not exclusive please discuss contract specific needs and options TYPICAL ELECTRICAL OPTIONS 2Kw CONVECTOR HEATERS 915mm TUBULAR HEATERS c w GUARDS AC3 FAN HEATERS EMERGENCY LIGHT TO EACH ROOM EMERGENCY BULKHEAD LIGHT IN WC MAPOUR PROOF EMERGENCY BULKHEAD LIGHT IN SHOWER EXTERNAL BULKHEAD LIGHT FLUORESCENT LIGHTS LUMINAIRES TWIN CAT 2 c w VDU LOUVRES 100mm EXTRACT FAN c w MESH GUARD 0 0 E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual 11 5 LITRE HYCO WATER STORAGE HEATERS ssue 3 08 7 LITRE HYCO UNDERSINK WATER HEATER TO S S SINK 8 5kW ELECTRIC SHOWER c w ACCESSORIES 760x760mm GRP SHOWER TRAY c w SHOWER CURTAINS SWITCHED SOCKETS FUSED SPURS TELEPHONE amp DATA POINTS TPN DISTRIBUTION BOARD AC HEATING COOLING UNIT c w FUSED SPUR 3 COMPARTMENT DADO TRUNKING TO OFFICES WHITE GOODS MICROWAVES HOBS FRIDGES
11. g as standard The roof also incorporates fibrous insulation and provides a U value of 0 0 25 W m K Alternative linings are available WINDOWS Maintenance free aluminium framed polyester powder coated anodised windows fully A opening top hung casements Standard windows are 908 mm wide by 1000mm high single glazed in 4mm toughened glass Double glazed units are available if specified The windows are equipped with cockspur handle fasteners and friction stavs Heavv dutv horizontal sliding galvanised steel window shutters can be fitted complete with internal single person operation locking bolts and other anti jemmv features but not supplied as standard EXTERNAL DOORS External doors are constructed from galvanised steel fullv insulated With a clear opening as agreed in the contract the single door is hung on a zinc plated full height piano hinge and is fitted with a five lever mortice lock with thumb turn and satin anodises aluminium door furniture The door also incorporates fibrous insulation and provides a U value of 0 697w m c E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual Issue 3 08 11 INTERNAL DOORS Where indicated 726mm wide doors factory pre assembled Doors are fitted with chrome furniture and either a latch handle optional mortice lock or bathroom furniture INTERNAL PARTITIONS Standard Class O vinyl faced 12 5mm plasterboard partition with extruded plastic joint
12. int manufacturers instructions Light duty lifting eye jackleg brackets Roof steelwork for lifting eyes Base lifting brackets Wall panel roof connections Wall panel base connections All base frame welded joints Roping down brackets Base mounted lifting brackets Roof anchors 0 Low level jackleg mounted lifting bracket OONODOOBRWDND Inspect for evidence of deterioration of 1 roof panel to panel seals 2 security and condition of adhesive gaskets at the ends of each roof panel seal 3 Particularly in exposed or costal industrial environments but generally anyway assess galvanising of roof panels for breakdown maintain or paint as appropriate Ensure all plumbing is isolated from mains before disconnection Components selected are supported by any plumber s merchant in terms of spares amp seal kits Check for operation flow leakage security and any damage to porcelain equipment check also security of W C seats safety Check for debris and leaves or damage to gutter which may cause gutters to overflow and cause pattern staining to external walls Ensure that insulation is in place and that it is not waterlogged Check that any electrical heating installed for frost protection is in working order Check that overflows are not blocked and that any discharge can be readily observed Ensure that the rubberised window seal have not become dislodged or damaged replace if necessary Any surface damage to the p
13. n be sited using the jacklegs on any reasonable level site Thurston Building Systems would be pleased to provide foundation loading recommendations upon request The building should be positioned so that all four legs carry the weight of the building The building should be lowered as close to ground as possible particularly on exposed sites and the pins securely located in each leg plus safety clips On sloping sites it is quite satisfactory for one end or one side of the unit to be supported by extending the inner leg In such circumstances it is important that all pins are securely located and that the maximum leg extension does not in any event exceed 750mm N B If the building is on an exposed or sloping site bolting down of the unit is advisable Metal shims may be required to ensure the unit is level and adequately supported Buildings may also be supported directly onto the steel base frame when jacklegs are not required FOUNDATION LOADS Loading diagrams and loading advice will vary with configuration and size please seek advice on placement of order REGULATIONS AND STATUTORY LEGISLATION When moving linking or stacking units care should be taken that the layout formed by the linked buildings complies with relevant legislation this will in general be the Building Regulations and the Fire Precautions Act It should also be noted that any local health and safety arrangements including permit to work induction procedures etc should be
14. n use this information should be prominently displayed to users and occupants alike No additional gas fittings should be incorporated without first checking that adequate ventilation is available e W ater Hot and cold water distribution where installed is in accordance with the recommendations of BS 6700 1987 Completed installations are pressure tested prior to despatch details of test are supplied with each building e Drainage Soil and waste systems are installed in push fit polypropylene and PVCu pipework in accordance with BS 5572 e Telephones Attention is drawn to the Telecommunications Act 1984 which requires apparatus to be approved before it can be connected to networks run by British Telecom e Any alteration to or servicing of the units must be carried out by a suitably qualified operative THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual Inspection and Maintenance E a Issue 3 08 11 Surespace buildings have been developed over many years to provide tough and durable accommodation for a great variety of uses requiring little or no maintenance throughout their useful life However where a high level of aesthetic appearance is paramount or where in use conditions are particularly severe positive action can be taken in the form of regular maintenance and inspection to retain the Surespace building in prime condition INSTALLATION CERTIFICATES All installation certificates and instructions for equipment fitted
15. nection On Installation or relocation Frequenc RCD Main Switch Check the incoming R C D MAIN SWICH is working correctly and that it is At each checked regularly relocation Water Heaters Check that all water heaters have the water turned on before switching on the At each isolators relocation Lighting Carry out functional checks on all lights and ensure all lamps are in the correct At each position relocation Room Heaters Check all room heaters have all the packaging removed ee ae relocation relocation PIR s amp control Check operation of PIR s At each features relocation e Natural Gas and LPG Installations Natural Gas installations where installed are carried out in accordance with the GAS SAFETY installation and use REGULATIONS 1984 and recommendations DM2 Code of Practice for Gas Installations Completed installations are tested in accordance with all relevant recommendations and a gas soundness test certificate is supplied with the building LPG installations are designed installed and tested in accordance with BS 5482 Pt 2 1988 and a relevant gas soundness test certificate is supplied with the building Ventilation air for combustion is provided by fixed wall ventilators positioned at high and low level in accordance with BS 5482 Pt 1 At no time should any of the ventilators be covered or obscured Health and Safety information for the use of LPG Installations is supplied with the building When the building is i
16. ntegral supports Wall sections are welded to the perimeter of both base frame and roof perimeter gutter Internal finish is embossed vinyl wall covering laminated to 12 5mm plasterboard lining and providing a class O surface spread of flame with extruded plastic joint strips Alternative linings are available on request Walls are insulated by means of 50 mm of urethane insulation providing a U value of 0 3 3 W m gt K External finishes are spray applied semi gloss fast enamel to BS 4800 with trims including the base Textured finishes may be applied and other forms of decorative cladding included to suite any environment Zinc rich galvanic primer is applied to all external mild steel surfaces and weld areas all panel joints are polyurethane sealant sealed Natural trickle ventilation is achieved by the incorporation of high and low level permavents ROOF Heavy duty fully galvanised and mechanically interlocking structural steel panels are riveted bonded and sealed with high UV resistant sealant adhesive and acrylic gel corner tapes The roof is strengthened and provided with integral lifting eyes as part of the building structure this is to permit safe handling craneage and location Rainwater is collected by means of a galvanised gutter and is discharged to traditional rainwater pipes The internal ceiling finish is embossed vinyl covering laminated to 12 5mm plasterboard lining providing class O surface spread of flame fire ratin
17. owder coating of the window frame to be cleaned and apply touch up paint to the area of damage Ensure that any tears or damage to the floor vinyl and coved skirtings if specified are repaired particularly in wet areas The external finish should be checked for scratches and marks and the appropriate touch up paint applied in accordance with manufacturer s instructions The external finish can be cleaned using propriety cleaners such as domestic detergent diluted with clean water The electrical installation should be periodically inspected and tested in accordance with the IEE regulations Maximum Frequency Annually Annually Annually Annually Annually amp As IEE requirements Six months Six months Six months Six months As IEE requirements ltem E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual Details Maximum predic un 08 11 Convector Heaters Floor loadings Door Hinges Roofs Sliding Shutters if fitted Convector heaters should not be used for drving purposes covered with garments etc due to PAT Testing as appropriate the possible fire risk The maximum floor loading capacitv should not be exceeded Lightly oil to ensure trouble free operation Annually Check roof joint seals subject to location coastal etc roof may need painting after 5 years Annually Ensure shutter cord is not damaged and that the bearings run freely if required replace cord and Annually lubricate bearings
18. sible and any reputable haulage contractor can readily undertake the process CRANE HANDLING Depending on site access or location it may be necessary to position the unit using a mobile crane Each unit has secure craning points crane shackles hooks must be of the correct rating All craning points must be used to lift the unit with equal chain lengths to ensure an even distribution of load The minimum chain lengths specified above must be used The maximum E a THURSTON BUILDING SYSTEMS Surespace User Manual l ma MM TA Issue 3 08 11 weight of the unit must not exceed the maximum lifting mass indicated on the specification plate which can be found on the bottom skirt of the building The minimum crane capacity will depend on the maximum mass of the unit to be lifted and the overall reach necessary to position the unit Your local cranage contractor should be consulted and will advise on suitable lifting plant and route planning to ensure low bridges and obstructions are avoided TRANSIT Transit by platform lorry or trailer on public roads must comply with statutory legislation including Road Traffic Act Construction and Use Regulations as well as any Local Authority regulations that may apply The most important aspect to consider is the length and width of the building to be transported and when the building skids are positioned on the lorry bed the overall height and if applicable the overhang of the Surespace building
19. to the services will be itemised on a Warranty Notice checklist delivered with the unit To ensure that the terms of the Warranty are effective the notice should be returned once all the documents have been received FIXINGS TO WALLS AND INTERNAL PARTITIONS e Lightweight Items Lightweight items such as notice boards etc can be fastened directly to internal walls and partitions with proprietary gypsum board fixings with self drilling action e Heavyweight Items Heavyweight items such as shelving wall mounted cupboards etc should be fixed to walls and partitions with expanding steel cavity fasteners Care should be taken to follow the manufacturers instructions particularly with respect to pilot hole size and resist over tightening the fixing screws Exceptionally heavy items such as storage water heaters etc should ideally be positioned so that the weight is transferred directly to the floor This can be achieved by first fixing a full height plywood or similar backboard to the wall with the base of the board supported by the floor INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ltem Welds Roofs Plumbing General Gutters Frost protection Overflows Window seals Floor vinyl External Finishes Electrical Installations Details Check welds where appropriate in the following locations for corrosion If required clean and prepare the affected area apply a painted galvanising primary coat and finishing coats as pa
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