Sapphire Balconies

“Working with Sapphire has been a five-star experience, [they’ve] been very accommodating and helpful, sharing so much. Very smooth process.” — Site Engineer, Westway Place ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A key aspiration for developer Mace Group and architects Mountford Pigott Partnership was to work closely with the local community of Botley to shape the plans for the community areas, to minimise disruption to existing community amenities and to minimise overall construction time. Our Remote Locker Device (RLD) was a key component in keeping balcony production and installation fast, efficient and minimally disruptive. The RLD is fixed onto a prefabricated balcony over preinstalled arms within the balcony Cassette®, the stubs already cast into the building’s slab. The RLD then allows an installer to fix the arms to the stubs via a radio connection. Finally, after the balcony is secure, the remaining bolts can be safely fixed, and the Remote Locker can be removed. 🔗 Read the full West Way Place case study on our website: https://buff.ly/40QahEw #ResidentialConstruction #Construction #ConstructionTechnology #Innovation #CaseStudy #Oxford #Community #ConstructionSafety #Safety

How did Sapphire's Remote Locker Device help O'Neill Court go for LEED Gold? 🥇 O’Neill Court (previously known as Belmayne Phase 4), marks a step forward in sustainable construction, led by a joint venture between Kajima and Bartra , with John Sisk & Son Ltd as the design and build contractor. Named O’Neill Court, this 258-home scheme emphasises green living and showcases the innovative use of pre-cast elements in construction, aimed at achieving a LEED Gold rating for sustainability. The development, designed by McCrossan O’Rourke Manning Architects, features three buildings surrounding podium gardens, offering a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes along with ample amenity spaces for residents. Sapphire’s collaboration with Sisk on the Belmayne project introduced streamlined and sustainable solutions for the balcony design and installation, aligning with the development’s green funding criteria. Recognising the project’s sustainability goals, Sapphire implemented its bracket connection with cast-in RLD (Remote Locking Device) anchors. This innovative approach eliminated the need for arms projecting from the balcony, allowing for internal installation within the balcony cassette. This not only facilitated safer installations from within the building but also significantly reduced the balconies’ embodied carbon by 34% compared to conventional concrete balconies, with approximately 20% of the thermal break surface area. 🔗 Read the full case study on our website: https://buff.ly/42BWJhd #Construction #ResidentialConstruction #DublinConstruction #Innovation #Precast #OffsiteManufacturing #ConstructionTechnology #Technology

What makes our DELTABEAM Frame® collaboration so exciting? Peikko Group Corporation's own Michael Scott is here to explain it all. 💎 Michael Scott, DELTABEAM® Sales Manager for Peikko UK, explains here how Sapphire and DELTABEAM® Frame have worked in tandem to support balcony connections. Speaking directly from Silvertown Quays, a project showcasing exceptional collaboration, Michael speaks about how Sapphire's light-weight balconies had minimal impact on the structural integrity of the DELTABEAM® Frame —an ideal setup for future-focused construction. 🔗 Learn more about our collaboration with Peikko and the DELTABEAM® Frame in our article: https://buff.ly/3WxUqIs #ConstructionInnovation #DELTABEAM #SustainableBuilding #EngineeringExcellence #SustainableConstruction #StructuralEngineering #GreenBuilding #PrefabConstruction #ConstructionTechnology #EngineeringExcellence

With the navigation of Gateway 2 in mind, last year we were thrilled to host a tour of our headquarters for some of the biggest names in competency in the construction industry! ⭐ Among our visitors were Jon Vanstone, the new Building Safety Regulator from HSE, as well as David Jones, James Allan and Roy Blamey from the Institute of Construction Management. Our guests enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at how our Next Generation balconies are manufactured. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our innovative processes and commitment to quality and safety in construction. Navigating Gateway 2 and the regulations set out by HSE is crucial, so if you're interested in ensuring the compliance of your next project, speak to us today. 🔗 Learn more about making your next balcony project complaint with BSR regulations by requesting a free CPD: https://buff.ly/3CoYgwC #ConstructionInnovation #BuildingSafety #NextGenBalconies #ManufacturingExcellence #ConstructionManagement #SafetyFirst #InnovationInAction #BehindTheScenes #CaseStudies #IndustryLeaders

Sapphire’s dedication to creating innovative balconies has yielded impressive results over the past year. We’ve sold thousands of balconies and provided expert assistance to our clients, simplifying and streamlining high-rise projects. Need help with your next balcony project? Start a conversation with us: https://lnkd.in/e5sVfw5w Discover more in the video! #Balconies #Excellence #HighRiseConstruction #Prefabrication #MorePossibilities 

Phase 3 of Green Man Lane blends aesthetic excellence with safety, marking a milestone for balcony safety. 🦺 Situated in a dynamic urban environment, this phase was designed to seamlessly connect with the architectural and community fabric established by its predecessors, yet introduce its own unique style. Despite the cohesion with past phases, the development team encountered new regulatory challenges that threatened to disrupt the project’s continuity. The updated ‘Part B’ Fire regulations in the UK, following the Grenfell tragedy, introduced stringent requirements that inadvertently complicated the use of glass in balcony designs by omitting laminate glass from the exemption list for facades. Through close collaboration with the architects and contractors, Sapphire Balconies demonstrated their commitment to innovation, safety, and design excellence. The successful integration of the new railing system into Phase 3 of Green Man Lane stands as a testament to the ability to overcome unforeseen challenges while maintaining the essence and integrity of a multi-phase residential development. 🔗 Read the full case study on our website: https://buff.ly/4akcjAb #CaseStudy #Innovation #Collaboration #ResidentialConstruction #FireSafety #Contractors #Integration #ConstructionTechnology

Aspiring for a best-in-class scheme, streamlined by collaboration. ⭐ Marlet Property Group, in collaboration with BAM UK & Ireland, sought to deliver a project at One Lime Street that exceeded market standards, despite the unique challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The development of One Lime Street was driven by an aspiration to create a best-in-class residential scheme in Dublin’s rapidly growing Docklands area. The scale of the project was unprecedented compared to previous developments, which required a high level of trust and confidence in the processes and technologies being employed, particularly given the restrictions on in-person visits and meetings during the pandemic. One of the primary hurdles faced during the construction of One Lime Street was the integration of precast connections, specifically the successful implementation of balconies, which had not been achieved on previous projects. This required innovative solutions and meticulous planning to ensure the building's structural integrity and aesthetic appeal. 🔗 Read the full case study on our website: https://lnkd.in/eZDgAZgR #CaseStudy #Apartment #Innovation #ConstructionTechnology #Aesthetic

What is a balcony's lifecycle? ⏰ End-of-life and disassembly need to be considered from an early stage, even before a new development has broken first ground. Whilst maintenance and repair of balconies need to be considered throughout the building’s lifespan, it’s also important to note that a balcony may need to be replaced entirely at the end of its natural lifespan. The construction industry in 2025 will demand a high level of transparency and we understand that it is our responsibility to provide that transparency at every level of manufacture, from early design to the very end of our balcony lifecycle. 🔗 Read our full breakdown on end-of-life for balconies and how we're taking the sustainable approach to a balcony lifecycle: https://buff.ly/42eIlLM #SustainableConstruction #BuildingLifespan #ConstructionInnovation #LifecycleAssessment #SustainableDesign #CircularEconomy #BuildingMaintenance #ConstructionTransparency #EndOfLifePlanning #GreenBuilding

How did we integrate an innovative post & rail system with our vertical bar balustrades at this development in Chelsea Creek? Find out more in the full case study. 🔬 Chelsea Creek, a @BERKELEY HOMES (OXFORD & CHILTERN) LIMITED project, offers European-style living in Central London. It provides a refreshingly unique urban lifestyle with tree-lined avenues and meandering waterways. Chelsea Creek is an incredibly fashionable waterside development with a perfect combination of style and tranquillity. Sapphire Balconies were commissioned to design and manufacture 183 balconies for this unique project. Due to the different style of structural posts included in this phase of the Chelsea Creek project, a new post & rail system was included, comprising a package of prefinished extruded aluminium profiles, easily assembled to provide a robust and attractive balustrade on the project. The post and rail system provides a mechanism to re-introduce glass and vertical bars to balcony designs, whilst also allowing the incorporation of alternative infill materials. 🔗 Read the full Chelsea Creek case study here: https://buff.ly/3Cb6dFr #ResidentialConstruction #CaseStudy #Innovation #PostRail #Chelsea #MMC #LondonConstruction #Technology

We head across the pond, where London Dock's sloped façade is transforming with Sapphire Balconies' Glide-On system. https://lnkd.in/eenrYvcf #architecture #construction #Toronto