Case Study: Residential Flats - Whitewood Homes

About Us

Floorspan Contracts are a precast concrete manufacturer based in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. 25 years ago, we began our story as beam and block floor manufacturers, and we have grown into one of the largest suspended concrete flooring specialists in the region.

Our customers benefit from a precast company serviced by a six acre production facility, a large fleet of specialist vehicles, and an expert team of technical support staff.

Client Background

Whitewood Homes Ltd is a renowned construction company based in Norwich, Norfolk, specialising in residential and commercial property development.

In February 2022, they approached Floorspan, a leading provider of precast concrete solutions, with an enquiry for the design, supply and installation of beam and block flooring, precast concrete stairs, and hollowcore planks for their site in Norwich, Norfolk.

Project Overview

Whitewood homes Ltd was in the process of developing a new residential complex in Norwich, Norfolk. As part of their construction plans they required high-quality precast concrete solutions for their floor and stairs requirements. After thorough research and evaluations, they chose Floorspan as their preferred supplier based on their expertise, reputation, and track record of delivering successful projects in the construction industry.

Scope of Work

FloorspanÂ’s scope of work for the project included the design, supply, and installation of beam and block flooring, precast concrete stairs and hollowcore planks. This involved collaborating closely with the clients design team to understand their specific requirements, conducting site surveys and assessments, developing detailed design plans, manufacturing the precast elements in their modern facility, and finally installing the products on-site in accordance with industry safety regulations.

Challenges Faced

One of the major challenges faced by Floorspan was the need to ensure precise design and engineering of the precast elements to meet the unique requirements of Whitewood Homes project. This involved taking into consideration factors such as load-bearing capacity, structural stability, and aesthetic appeal, while adhering to strict timelines.

Solution Provided

FloorspanÂ’s team of experienced designers worked closely with Whitewood to develop customised concrete solutions that met their specific requirements. This involved utilising their extensive knowledge and expertise in designing and manufacturing beam and block flooring, precast concrete stairs and hollowcore planks to provide the best-fit solutions for project. FloorspanÂ’s modern manufacturing facility ensured the production of high-quality precast elements that met industry standards and regulations. Their skilled installation team carried out the on-site installation with precision, adhering to safety protocols and completing the project within the agreed timelines.