Specialist works
Because Thames Tunnel Mills is built on the banks of the river Thames, we designed and built unique scaffolding using standards which float from the building rather being built within the water.
We liaised with the Port of London Authority building the scaffolding at low tide, installing gallows brackets as we built upwards, and then removing and disposing of the lower tower.
We also installed lifesaving equipment as part of our licensing agreement with the Port of London Authority.
We built a scaffold platform over the Thames so the team could abseil down to the crane and begin works.
We also had to hang the front elevation scaffold from gallows brackets: the front path is very narrow and emergency access vehicles need access 24/7.
The work Axis carried out in our building resulted in having a much secure, much brighter, and much cleaner place to live.
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Resident
Benefits
• Heritage-appropriate modernisation
• Noise reduction
• Enhanced energy efficiency
• Practical modern living
• Continued use of iconic building
• Enhanced aesthetic appeal
• Increased resident satisfaction
• Futureproofing
• Reduced running costs
Axis has brought Thames Tunnel Mills into the 21st century. These new windows are more modern, yet in keeping with the building’s old design. Previously, the windows were decaying a bit, they didn’t close properly. Axis came along, and noise has never been better in the apartment; the temperature never been better.
