sbh delivers secure and productive parts store to Nissan

sbh delivers secure and productive parts store to Nissan
sbh has project managed the design and construction of an automotive parts store for chemicals and other higher risk products at Nissan Motor Parts BV’s warehouse on Magna Park, Lutterworth. The new 400m² (4,300ft²) facility consolidates separate external and internal storage facilities into a single, purpose-built extension to the main warehouse.

sbh was appointed to act as Project and Construction Managers responsible for co-ordinating and overseeing the work of the various contractors involved. A two-hour resistant wall and a 90-minute, blast relief ceiling separate the new store from the main warehouse. Zone 2 intrinsically safe electrical fittings, a sprinkler system and access-controlled entry provide additional protection. The storage area comprises a 160m² (1,720ft²) mezzanine floor with shelving above and below, and pallet racking with capacity for 160 pallets.

It follows a number of other successful on-site projects by sbh for Nissan at Magna Park including refurbishment work to replace a roof and drainage system, a new vehicle yard, upgrading dock levellers and providing internal storage, sprinklers and racking systems.

With ever-tighter legislation affecting the storage of chemicals, flammable and hazardous products, the new facility ensures that Nissan will continue to comply with current and anticipated Health and Safety standards, including DSEAR guidelines. In addition it provides a more productive, secure and efficient order picking and preparation facility.

sbh has a strong track record in the automotive industry having previously project-managed facilities for Vauxhall Motors, Halfords, Delphi Automotive, Pirelli and Stapleton’s Tyre Services.

May - 2008