Off-Site Framing Solutions Delivering Tomorrow’s Structures

We don’t just manage your build.

Mansell Finishes - Trusted Suppliers of SFS Installations since 1990.

We master your build

Offering clients beautiful and practical solutions is one thing.

Having the skill and experience to fully manage your build

from inception to delivery if required, is another.

With over 20 years of managing SFS installations, our

heritage and expertise at Mansell Finishes allows us to

provide the full service to our clients, and to go the extra

mile on each stage of a build.

Our dedicated, specialist design and installation teams are

on hand to advise on anything from design development,

to interfaces with other trades.

While our commercial team will work in close partnership

with you at every step, ensuring deadlines are met and the

highest standards are maintained, and exceeded.

Working in a truly flexible and responsive way is important

to us, and our impressive facilities allow us to build off-site,

saving manpower, time and money before coming to

you to add the building finishes and complete the project

to perfection.

For us, it’s not just about providing the materials and labour;

it’s about over delivering on our client’s expectations to

ensure the best possible result. It’s this combination of skill,

understanding and a real passion for what we do that makes

us stand out.

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Mansell Finishes are great at what they do. Timings are always spot on, so we have a

smooth transition from being ready for the frame, getting it onsite and then erecting it

quickly. Ultimately though, the proof is in the quality of the product once it’s in place,

and steel framing is so robust and sustainable compared to timber frames. It’s just a

no brainer for us.

- Richard Smith, Design Manager at Morgan Sindall

Friary Outer, Lichfield - an Off-Site SFS project.

Time and budget constraints are always important in any construction project. So speedy, quality solutions can make a real impact to a build programme.

Pre-panelised, cold rolled steel frames streamline a build through removing common obstacles

saving time and money, and effectively tackling four key considerations in any project;

convenience, accuracy, speed and performance.

Off-Site Metal StructureWhy Choose an Off-site Metal Structure?

Convenience

Keeping things offsite for the initial stages allows us to work in tandem with our partners, delivering the structure at the critical point.

Cold rolled sections of steel are first constructed by expert steel manufacturers, then assembled by approved installers, all in our specialist warehouse.

Then we create an envelope, either through pre-cladding the external walls in cement particle board, or rigid insulation, with the optional addition of brick tie channels. This neat and precise preparation makes it a durable, flexible and ready-to-go solution, all before

reaching the site.

Accuracy

Without accurate methods, time and money can easily be wasted in a construction project.

The flexibility offsite SFS gives means that a sequence can be predefined while the steel frame is still in the warehouse. Not only does this simplify the next steps and allow for meticulous and considered planning and delivery, it also

speeds things up.

Once the sequence has been set, the panels are delivered in the agreed order, lifted into place, and fixed and bolted together, swiftly laying down a solid template and creating

the structure of the walls ready for the finishing touches.

Speed

Through using such a lightweight, flexible and innovative framing system, the need for hot rolled steel and concrete is reduced.

Steel frames already include cross bracing, increasing the strength of the structure from the earliest stage, so additional stabilisation isn’t required. And this innovative way of building means that key components in the structure, such as stairs and lift shafts, right down to the bathroom pods, are already part of the frame, slotting in step by step as the panels are put into place.

High Performance

With the frame in place, the final major details can be quickly, and easily added, meeting specific fire and strength requirements with the installation of rebar and crack control mesh, and laying concrete floors within a rate of one to two weeks on each level.

Speedy and efficient, this process allows follow on traders to work up through the structure level by level as we complete them, fitting windows and adding crucial finishing touches. And it’s this smart, time effective, step by step approach that makes for a completely flexible, fast track method to achieving outstanding results.

Steel Framing Quick Facts

• A problem solving solution with a fast build time and convenient offsite construction

• An accurate, environmentally friendly process that eliminates site waste

• A speedy method that simplifies the build programme and makes crucial savings

• A high performance material hitting thermal, acoustic and fire protection standards

• Our steel frames are CE marked, each building is accredited by the NHBC and

they all carry a European Technical Assessment

Sustainability

Here are some further key sustainability facts about pre-panelised steel framing:

• It’s lightweight, so foundation loads are reduced by over 70% compared to concrete or bricks

• This reduces the impact of transport needs

• It’s a time-saver, with offsite manufacture speeding the process up by over 30%

• This improves site safety by a factor of five according to HSE standards

• Prefabricated frames and components get rid of site and production waste almost completely

• Compare this to an average 10% materials site waste with other solutions

• Steel frames work hard when it comes to thermal insulation and air tightness

• Embodied carbon is reduced by up to 20% with steel framing

• They’re completely compatible with renewal energy technologies, making them easy to attach and extend

• These durable modular units can be used again once disassembled

Able to meet even the most demanding construction projects, steel

framing has been acknowledged in the Code for Sustainable Homes

and BREEEAM as a high level performance solution.

Both versatile and durable, lightweight cold rolled steel framing systems are ideal for

projects with demanding sustainability targets and building extensions. Not only did the Code for Sustainable Homes and BREEEAM reveal that steel framing

reduces build times by half, it also increases productivity and reduces waste by 25%.

See the next page for our journey, step by step

Step-by-step GuideComplete Project Management

with a differenceThe construction process can be a multi-layered one, so

partnering with a real expert of each and every stage can

make all the difference.

Our specialist expertise allows us to go above and beyond

for our clients whether it’s for just one part of the process,

or across the project from aiding design to completion.

It’s this practical know-how that allows us to problem-solve,

provide workable solutions and approach each step with

real professionalism and the minimum of fuss.

By working directly with the best manufacturers in the

industry and creating solid relationships with our chosen

suppliers, we are able to retain full control of the project

and provide technical support from beginning to end.

Our impressive portfolio in SFS installations includes

clients from the commercial, education, hospital, hotel

and residential sectors, and has led us to act as approved

installers for both global and UK names.

We are proud to call ourselves partners, suppliers,

innovators and project managers. It’s this ability to work

flexibly that has cemented us as a forward-thinking

company that delivers tangible results for our clients.

From architects, to specifiers, to contractors;

our approach to customer service remains the same.

Hands-on, professional and transparent.

Pricing Every project is unique, but they all start at the same place, with a quote. We understand that getting this part

correct is the key to setting off on the right foot. Our clients have a dedicated point of contact within our commercial

team from day one. We have the flexibility to offer the right solution at the right price point for our clients.This

approach enables us to provide a truly responsive service, supplying creative solutions to meet budgets, and

extending expert guidance at each step of the way.

Project ManagementIt’s important to have support at every stage of

a construction project and we pride ourselves

as having a comprehensive knowledge,

from development of design right through to

high quality finishes.

This ability to see and work across the bigger

picture means that we are able to aid at all

steps of the design programme.

Regardless of whether we are partners for the

whole project, or just helping out with one part,

our knowledge ensures a faultless handover

from one stage to the next. It’s this joined-up

approach that ensures a smooth delivery each

and every time.

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Mike Foy

Commercial Director

Angela Mansell

Operations Director

Steve Green

Contracts Director

Off Site Manufacturing of Panels We believe that taking control of a project

means working around mitigating circumstances

like the weather, lack of space or tight

turnarounds which can so easily hold things up

or complicate a process. With factors like timing

being integral to costs and delivery, one small

hitch can be massively impactful. Our expansive

facilities allow us to combat these problems by

manufacturing and pre-assembling bespoke

panels off-site, resulting in a speedier, smoother

and ultimately, cost-efficient service.

While state of the art technology within the

supply chain allows us to deliver to specification,

to the minute detail, from specific door size to

exact bolt-hole positioning.

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Install on-siteInstalling on-site is a critical part of any project.

Our advanced technical knowledge and

meticulous planning enable us to approach this

step with confidence. There’s more to just

lifting the pre-fabricated panels into place,

this stage is when things take shape and we

appreciate the key importance of laying the

basis for the building finishes.

From stairs, floors and even the roof, our

specialist knowledge allows us to take over

this section of the build without relying on

multiple parties and contractors to help get

your structure weather-proof and ready for

completion.

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Finishes We have been helping our clients with

impeccable finishes for over 20 years and this

heritage has asserted our place as the largest

drylining and plastering business in the north

west of England. With the skill to deliver from

planning right through to project delivery, and

with clients spanning across sectors from

residential to commercial, we are proud to call

ourselves the authority across a wide

range of projects.

It’s this scope of understanding that enables us

to deliver quality, flawless finishes to complete

each build to perfection.

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Affordable Housing,St David’s 2, Cardiff

Working alongside Main Contractor, Lend Lease, St David’s is located in Cardiff’s upmarket, city centre area, Cardiff Bay.

This £295 million mixed use development

is a retail led space that includes a luxury

5-star hotel and a conference centre.

A pivotal part of the scheme was to include

affordable housing units alongside the commercial

space. That’s where we stepped in, designing

pre-panelised SFS in our specialist workshop off

site, before delivering direct to St David’s at the

critical time, allowing the build to smoothly transition

from one point to the next without delay

or complication.

• Value: £450,000

• Contract Period: 10 weeks

• Main Contractor: Lend Lease

• Architect: Chapman Taylor

Similar to Ibis Greenwich, All Season’s hotel in Southwark faced the problems of space and access in a busy area of London.

Reducing the disruption of the build to work within

environmental constraints, as well as providing the

client with a smooth solution to limit the impact on

their business were key considerations for main

contractor, Create Construction.

Already understanding the benefits of our off-site

pre-panelled SFS frames, we were contracted to

help build an extra 30 bedrooms on the existing

84 bedroom hotel. We created the panels in our

warehouse, and delivered them to the site on time,

making it the perfect, fuss free solution.

• Value: £250,000

• Contract Period: 6 weeks

• Main Contractor: Create Construction

• Architect: Leach Rhodes Walker

An innovative 65 bedroom nursing home split into five different sections, each with a dedicated nursing station and including two secure, sensory gardens for residents.

Sustainability was key for this project, bringing

a real need for high performing materials and

methods. We worked alongside our partners to

manufacture and install a pre-panelised steel frame,

helping the main contractor to tick all the boxes

when it came to sustainability.

We were also contracted to provide the drylining,

one of our key areas of expertise. Giving Main

Contractor TRJ Construction help on two integral

parts of the build.

• Value: £1.9 million

• Contract Period: 32 weeks

• Main Contractor: TRJ Construction

• Architect: Huw Griffiths Architects

Projects Over the years, we’ve partnered with a wide range of clients to deliver bespoke steel framing solutions that make a real difference to

each construction project. Here are just a few of the clients we’ve worked alongside.

All Seasons Hotel,Southwark, London

Argel Care Home, Carmarthen

Helping clients achieve the best results through expert solutions that save time, money and present innovative ways to solving problems, has always been our speciality.

Chessington Hotel, Surrey

Isis Hotel, Greenwich, London

All Saints Green, Student Accomodation, Norwich

Part of the Chessington World of Adventures project, the Safari Hotel Chessington is a 150 bed, stylish and contemporary 4-star hotel based at the park.

As an area filled with visitors at any time of the year,

the key consideration was to reduce the impact of

the build.

As experts of off-site pre-panelised SFS, our role

was to manufacture and deliver pre-panelised

frames to the site in Surrey, on time and to exact

specification. So Speymill Contracts could

manage the project in the smoothest way, and

hit their objective of achieving a build with

minimal disruption.

• Value: £1.5 million

• Contract Period: 12 weeks

• Main Contractor: Speymill Contracts

• Architect: Alison Pike Partners

Ibis Greenwich is a major hotel in the capital city, providing modern, budget accommodation to travellers in a key area of London.

The existing hotel had 120 bedrooms, and there

was a need to extend the accommodation to

create an additional 30 bedrooms. In such a busy

environment the build had to work around space

and access issues, and pre-panelised SFS was the

ideal solution.

We made to measure off site, then delivered the

frames to Greenwich punctually, providing a direct

and workable solution for the Main Contractor,

Create Construction.

• Value: £300,000

• Contract Period: 8 weeks

• Main Contractor: Create Construction

• Architect: Leach Rhodes Walker

An impressive, nine-storey, 228 bedroom student accommodation project in Norwich including the renovation of a Grade II listed building and an outdoor park.

This large and varied project had to counter a

number of key considerations, not least the city

centre location, making space and access an issue.

With our expert knowledge of off-site manufacture

of SFS systems, we were asked to pre-panelise

the frames in our Manchester warehouse, before

delivering and erecting on site at the key moment.

We also stepped in to concrete the hollow decking

and install stairs, delivering a full structure as a

final solution.

• Value: £1.5 million

• Contract Period: 20 weeks

• Main Contractor: Morgan Sindall

• Architect: Carson + Partners Architects

Case Study - Friary Outer, Lichfield

Lichfield Friary was an ambitious, multi-faceted project comprising 60 affordable, warden assisted retirement

homes, a 79 bedroom hotel, a restaurant and 400 space city centre parking facilities.

Mansell Finishes worked alongside Chetwoods Architects,

their development partners Miller Construction and S.

Harrison to deliver the SFS framing and drylining on the £14

million project.

Wet weather conditions are a major culprit for slowing

projects down, incurring further costs due to delays and

impacting project timescales. Constructing off-site negates

such issues. Our enviable facilities enabled us to take

control of this crucial part of the build, keeping the project

on-track and to budget.

Once on-site, we were able to deliver pre-fabricated and

made to measure panels into place, accelerating the build

and effectively ensuring that the build was weather-proof

and ready for the building finishes, avoiding delays and with

the minimum of fuss.

Mansell Finishes Limited, Unit 64 Boswell Way, Stakehill Industrial Estate, Middleton, Manchester, M24 2RW

Tel: 0161 428 4477 | Email: mail@mansellfinishes.co.uk | www.mansellfinishes.co.uk

SFS framing design used at Friary Outer, Lichfield.