Bon Secours, Limerick

At a Glance:

Client: Conack Construction
Location: Towlerton
Sector: Healthcare Facility
Products/Services: Ventilated Steel Doors, Automated Parking Barriers
Outcome: Secure and efficient access solutions, delivered on time with compliance to safety standards.

Project Overview

Conack Construction was commissioned to deliver a new medical building in Towlerton. As part of this development, they required robust security and access solutions. MF Services was engaged to support two critical elements of the project:

• Ventilated Steel Doors for the plant room.
• A secure and user-friendly parking barrier system for patients and staff.

The building’s design demanded solutions that were compliant with healthcare facility standards while being both durable and easy to use.

The Challenge:

 The client required:

• High-security steel doors that also provided adequate ventilation for plant room operations.
• A parking system that was not only secure but also allowed smooth entry and exit for hospital visitors, patients, and staff.
• Monitoring and operational reliability were key, given the sensitivity of the facility.

The Goal

• Supply and install five ventilated steel doors tailored for safety and airflow.
• Provide, fit, and commission a 1-in, 1-out parking barrier system for secure yet efficient access control.

Services & Products Provided

MF Services delivered a complete access and security solution including:

• DFM Steel Doors with integrated ventilation, designed specifically for plant room environments.
• Parking Payment Solution installed as a 1-in/1-out configuration to manage hospital traffic effectively.

Why These Products?

• The steel doors were chosen for their RC2 security rating and engineered ventilation, meeting airflow specifications required for the medical plant rooms.
• The Amano parking system was selected due to its reliability, ease of use, and integration with monitoring systems which was ideal for a healthcare setting.
• MF Services has a long-standing partnership with Conack Construction, trusted for its efficient service and attention to compliance from initial consultation to post-installation support.

Project Implementation Stages:

Preparation & Assessment

An MF Services expert fitter:

• Surveyed the site.
• Coordinated cabling and groundwork for the barrier system.
• Ensured door dimensions and ventilation met the exact requirements for the plant rooms.

Timeline

• Steel Doors: Survey to installation completed in 8 weeks.
• Parking Barriers: Fully installed and commissioned in 3 weeks.

Compliance and Conditions

• The ventilated steel doors complied with RC2 security standards and airflow specifications for plant equipment.
• Parking barriers had to be accessible, easy to operate, and accommodate all types of users, including patients and staff.
• Special care was taken to meet healthcare facility standards and accessibility regulations.

Results

The project was delivered on time and in line with the client’s expectations:

• Ventilated steel doors now provide secure access while maintaining required airflow for equipment.
• Automated parking system improves traffic flow and maintains controlled access without compromising user experience.
• Another successful operated was performed by the team at MF Services.

Outcome Metrics:

• Doors: Delivered in 8 weeks
• Barriers: Completed in 3 weeks

MF Services’ team ensured a smooth installation, clear communication with contractors, and zero disruption to adjacent construction activities