MFG Construction and Network Rail

Mercury House – PCI Surveys

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed to provide Design Services and survey co-ordination services to deliver several surveys of Mercury House. NWR haven’t utilised the derelict building in some time and were looking at options to bring the building back to life. These surveys will help gather PCI (pre-construction information) on behalf of Network Rail.

Services: Based on the site condition, the client required a range of comprehensive surveys to be completed. Our team completed CCTV drainage, asbestos, M&E condition survey, drone survey and building condition surveys and performed a 3D laser scan of the external area, to inform our Civil Engineer. The 3D laser scan quickly and easily displays any defects and requirements for remedial works needed to access both the road and parking area. Vextrix collated all the information into a virtual walkthrough so that the client could send the information out to contractors by a QR code/link.

Crewe MDU – Mission room – installation of a two-storey modular building

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed by the client to provide Civil and Structural Design, M&E design and load monitoring services to create a mission room to include medium to high end porta cabins to be installed at Crewe MDU.

Services: Our team delivered the required services in line with the clients requirements producing the existing and proposed layouts for the scheme and working in conjunction with our CDM/Principal Designer team, who delivered their services during the design stage of the project.

The video included shows a sample of the 3D scan taken from the project site.

Flixton Station – Ground investigation and design and detail of new totem foundation and column.

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed to provide the assessment, design, and detail for the replacement of the existing damaged totem sign located at Flixton Station.

Services: Our team delivered extensive ground investigation works, including foundation design to provide recommendations for the replacement of the existing concrete footing and steel column. Our design services team were then able to use this information to produce the design and detail of a new concrete Totem foundation and column.

Leamington Spa – Structural Survey of Volunteers hut

Project Requirements: Vextrix was appointed by the client to complete a Structural survey and provide recommendations for the remedial works and any future works required to the volunteer’s hut, located at Leamington Spa train station.

Services: Our team completed a 3D laser scan of the site to produce a detailed report on the current condition of the structure. Using the detail of the scan our team were able to determine the specific areas that require future works and provide recommendations. Our team were then able to produce a detailed drawing of the existing and proposed site, highlighting the remedial works required. To do this we utilised the data rich point cloud from our 3D laser scan. A Chartered Structural Engineer also attended site to carry out the structural inspection and provided a detailed report of the defects.

Leamington Spa – Replacement steel staircase

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been engaged to provide a 3D laser scan of the existing trackside staircase and surrounding area in order to inform future works.

Services: The team completed a 3D laser scan of the existing staircase and surrounding area, the team were then able to produce details of the existing layout from the point cloud data. This information was then used to produce the design and detail of a new steel staircase to meet the standards required by Network Rail.

Davenport Station – Chimney Stack

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed to assess the condition of the existing stone chimney stacks located at Davenport station and report on all defects found, including repointing (where necessary) and details of all required repairs and remedial works. The client requires the replacement of all stonework at the topmost level of the chimney to ensure it is left in a stable condition, and poses no risk of spalling or debris falling to the platform level below.

Services: Our team delivered a full external inspection of the stone chimney stacks and produced a detailed Condition Report including sketches and photographic evidence of all defects, clearly identifying their location and recommendations for all repairs required. Throughout the project, our team ensured all recommendations and remedial works were made with consideration of the historic value the building holds in the local community and to the local council, ensuring that all recommendations for future works are sympathetic to the aesthetics of the current building.

Chinley Depot

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed to provide Civil and Structural Design Services to amend the layout of Chinley Depot to comply fully with the provisions of the Equality Act, with specific reference to gender equality. The scheme includes the improvement of the female facilities, adjustments to walking routes, provision of a larger locker/dryer facility and a small office for the Local Operations Manager within the depot.

Services: Our team delivered an extensive site review and 3D laser scan of the Chinley Depot site. The information from the 3D laser scan meant our team delivered existing and proposed drawings to suit the scope specified by the client. Our team also delivered high level costing for the proposed works and M&E design for the project, meeting the specific requirements set out by the client.

The video included shows a sample of the 3D scan taken from the project site.

Guide Bridge – New staff facilities

Project Requirements: Our team were appointed by the client to provide Civil and Structural Engineering Services, M&E Design and Lead Designer Duties, to create two new modular buildings to contain new staff facilities. The works are required due to the proximity of water, waste, and power adjacent to the site. The project also includes the delivery of enough suitable fenced space for car parking within the grounds and suitable lighting.

Services: Our team delivered our services in line with the required standards set out by the client, updating the design to suit the new location of the new modular buildings, and produced updated drawings to be used to complete the upgrades to the depot.

St Bees Signal Box – New fence and staircase modifications

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed to deliver Civil and Structural Design Services to deliver the modification of the existing staircase to staff facilities located at St Bees Signal Box. The project also includes the installation of new fencing to prevent passengers accessing staff facilities and to prevent damage.

Services: Our team performed a 3D laser scan of the staircase and surrounding area and produced a 3D model of the proposed design, detailing the specific requirements set out by the client.

Howe and Co – Signal box Replacement Staircase

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed by the client to deliver Civil and Structural Design services to design and detail a new timber staircase to replace the existing unit.

Services: Our team performed a 3D laser scan of the staircase and surrounding area and produced a 3D model of the proposed design, detailing the specific requirements set out by the client.

Hellifield South Signal Box – Replacement of Stairs and Landing

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed to assist the client in demolishing and replacing the current staircase and landing located at Hellifield South Signal Box, as it no longer met the required standards of the client.  Our services are required to demolish and replace existing stairs, landing, and associated handrails and replace with compliant, matching stairs and landing. The new stairs and landing construction will be a full ‘like-for-like’ replacement of the existing arrangement, maintaining all existing dimensions and profiles. All riser and tread dimensions are to match the existing and provide a compliant non-slip finish. Upon completion, the new stairs and landing and all timbers are required to be painted to match the existing signal box colouring.

The video included shows a sample of the 3D scan taken from the project site.

Appleby Yard – Refurbishment of Accommodation 

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed by the client to deliver the refurbishment of the existing local Mobile Operation Manager accommodation at Appleby Yard. The refurbishment includes permanent external repair, installation of external LED lighting, repair or renew of air conditioning systems and provision for new internal fixtures. Our services were also required to create additional accommodation using the existing second cabin, to include a kitchenette area to meet Mobile Operation Manager/Local Operations Manager requirements and to include a new office area with desks, new lighting, flooring, and redecoration throughout.

The video included shows a sample of the 3D scan taken from the project site.

Runcorn Station

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed by the client to produce a presentation showing three architectural concept designs for the re-imaging of the existing Runcorn Station building. The project will bring the existing facility up to the aesthetic standard of the public realm scheme currently under construction.

Services: Our team delivered a 3D laser scan of the site and produced point cloud data, in order to inform and deliver our architectural services in line with the client’s requirements. Our team delivered three levels of change through their concepts, re-clad, refurbish and reimagine. The proposed concept also included a full costing service, including a full breakdown of associated costs for all three options.

Stoke Train Station

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed by the client to complete a condition survey of the grade II listed Stoke train station in order to determine its condition and requirements for remedial works.

Services: The team performed a 3D laser scan of the structure and surrounding area. This allowed them to deliver a comprehensive report, detailing defects and specific requirements for remedial works.

Worcester Sheriff Street MDU – Refurbishment of Facilities

Project Requirements: Vextrix has been appointed as Lead Designer in order to implement a scheme which details the refurbishment and upgrade of the facilities contained at Worcester Sheriff Street MDU. In order to ensure compliance with current standards and legislation a number of conversions and upgrades are required. The scheme includes new male and female shower facilities, new dedicated female toilet facilities, refurbishment and re-assignment as required of existing toilet facilities and an option for re-assigning the male toilet into a combined unisex WC.

Services: The team have been appointed to perform Lead Designer duties, completing a 3D laser scan of the facilities in order to deliver a comprehensive report, detailing specific requirements for the refurbishment and upgrade. Duties also include the organisation of all surveys including CCTV drainage and ground investigation works. The team have also been appointed to deliver the Architectural Design of the new modular toilet and changing facilities and Civil Engineering and M&E Design for the required CCTV upgrades.