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The design of a stairway is primarily governed by the intended purpose, the anticipated frequency and the volume of usage.Anyone who has designed this architectural feature, knows that there are numerous elements that must work together cohesively: materials, handrail, structural design integration, building regs, aesthetic considerations etc. A mountain of decisions and potential problems to overcome in just a single building element. Whether it’s for general access, fire escape stairs, spiral stairs or helical, Steelway has the …

A few months ago we produced a blog relating to ‘The importance of site safety’ this touched the surface of the risks associated with site work and some solutions. But what this blog didn’t talk about was the work involved with producing more permanent access structures to create safe working spaces at height.There are many examples where access is required to very large structures such as cooling towers, pumping stations, tanks, etc. In order to allow workers to reach these areas safely, various installations need to be …

Broadwindsor Primary School had a requirement for the installation of a multi-use games area on land which is being leased from Dorset County Council to Broadwindsor Parish Council. The Parish Council led on securing a contractor to carry out the works following a competitive tendering process and the contract was subsequently awarded to Priestwood Vision Limited. Steelway were approached, having supplied Priestwood Vision with materials on previous successful installations. The Parish Council had some concerns regarding corrosion rates …

Determining which type of security fencing is best for your application will depend on the level of protection required. Do you need something particularly impenetrable for the foreseeable future, or would something less substantial suffice?In this blog, we take a look at the different types of fencing to help you know what to expect when it comes to these common products.Chain link fencingTubular security fencing systems clad with Chain link fencing is very flexible and can be used to delineate boundaries, provide security, or …

Architects and designers are always looking for ways to make a statement. A simple but effective way to do this is with Architectural Metalwork . Incorporating metalwork into a design can be simple. Such as adding a new statement Handrail to a current staircase. There are currently various design trends that incorporate architectural metalwork into both interior and exterior features. For inspiration, researching trends like these can help: Art Deco Industrial Chic Scandinavian Minimalism Features …