1,300m of Radiant Heating Panels supplied to UHNS Maternity and Oncology Centres

HCP, a division of SAS International, recently supplied 1,300 linear metres of radiant heating panels to the new state-ofthe-art Maternity Centre and purpose built Cancer Centre at the University Hospital of North Staffordshire.

Michael T Malone, associate at HKS architects commented “The decision to use ceiling-mounted radiant heat panels was made very early in the design process. The product allowed us to layout the clinical spaces efficiently and ergonomically without the restraints of including a traditional radiator. The clean lines not only reduced the risk of harbouring infectious diseases but they inconspicuously blended in visually with the ceiling grid.”

“The flexibility of the product allowed us to incorporate the radiant heating panels into the ceiling design and improved our ability to coordinate the services with the aesthetics of the building, enhancing the environment for patients, staff and visitors.”

At the UHNS radiant heating panels are joined together to form radiant heating modules of up to 10 metres in length. Additionally the radiant heating panels/modules incorporate a drain cock and drain access point, facilitating easy drainage if required.

Radiant heating panels are increasingly being specified in the healthcare sector. The use of flat ceiling-mounted radiant heating panels makes hospital wards easier to clean, reducing the risk of cross-infection associated with traditional wall mounted units. Additionally, wall and floor space is freed up leading to increased space flexibility.

HCP radiant heating solutions were also supplied to other areas of the hospital, including the Diagnosis and Treatment Centre (DTC), the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) and the linen store. The opening of the Maternity and Cancer Centres sees the original Victorian facilities transformed with the state-of-the-art facilities and modern surroundings.

Responsible for the design and build of the project was the main contractor, Laing O’Rourke and the architects were HKS Architects.

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Project Name: Maternity and Care Centres, UHNS
Client: University Hospital of North Staffordshire
Architect: HKS architects
Main Contractor: Laing O’Rourke
M&E Consultant: WSP
M&E Contractor: Crown House Technologies
System Type: Radiant Heating
Special Requirements: Drain cock and access point
Length: 1,263 linear meters
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Completion Year: 2009