St. Peter’s Church Tower
Installing access systems for St Peter’s Church.
Project Description
St. Peter’s Church was undergoing an internal remodel when architects realised, they were unable to gain access to the bell tower.
Previously, a wooden ladder offered entry to the first loft hatch, however, updated regulations prevented the continuation of this method. With no access to the tower to conduct maintenance, the architects quickly concluded they needed a solution from Metreel.
Industry
Location
United Kingdom
Products Supplied
Invisirung® Fall Arrest System
Solution
When the architects enquired about the safety ladder systems, Metreel surveyed the church and concluded that a standard fall arrest system would not be ideal. Metreel’s standard range is manufactured for industrial markets and does not offer a gentle appearance suitable for religious environments.
However, Metreel offered an alternative ladder system, Invisirung®. The Invisirung® provides the same features as a fall arrest system but with minimal interference to its surroundings.
The ladder’s rungs are folded down as the user climbs, and upon the descent, they are neatly stored behind the slimline rail. This creates a compact and neat appearance to prevent restrictions with environmental aesthetics—perfect for St. Peter’s Church.
The rail and rungs can be painted to align with the customer’s requirements. This flexibility allowed the architects to seamlessly incorporate the slimline design into the church, effectively concealing the essential safe access solution.
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