The Brief
The London Symphony Orchestra in North London required significant upgrades to its warehouse to meet up-to-date security and energy-management standards. The brief focused on upgrading 22 outdated windows within the aluminium frames using our City-Glass system, maximising security and minimising energy costs for the building.
The Challenge
The existing windows hadn’t been updated or maintained for many years, leading to several issues, including poor energy performance due to air leakage and heat loss. They required a reliable commercial window installation in London to tackle the underperforming glass and frames within a strict timeframe. The aluminium frames needed custom top hinge systems that adhered to security standards and regulations.
The Solution
MGC Glazing installed the City-Glass system in the London Symphony Orchestra’s North London warehouse, delivering substantial benefits across critical areas:
- Safety and Compliance –The City-Glass system meets both Part L and Part N standards, providing safe glazing solutions that prevent injuries from impact, collision and fall-through, ensuring security and easy evacuation in emergencies.
- Custom Top Hinge Systems – Equipped with custom top hinge systems, the aluminium frames now comply with the latest security regulations, making the building more secure and providing easy evacuation capabilities.
- Acoustic Performance – City-Glass installation offers excellent noise reduction, creating a quieter environment within the warehouse. This was particularly essential for practice sessions within the facility.
The Process
- Assessment – MCG Glass experts thoroughly assessed the existing windows and worked with the client to identify specific requirements.
- Design and Planning – We developed a detailed plan to replace the old windows with the City-Glass system, with minimal disruption and maximum safety.
- Supply and Installation – Next, we supplied and installed the new windows and frames, coordinating closely with the orchestra’s staff to maintain a safe environment.
- Quality Control – After completion, we ensured all installations met high thermal efficiency, durability and safety standards through rigorous quality checks.
The Outcome
Our London City-Glass installation service completely revitalised the orchestra, setting a new standard for security and efficiency. Advanced windows delivered unmatched protection for the orchestra’s valuable instruments and equipment, ensuring they remained safe and secure. The upgrade slashes energy costs and supports the orchestra’s sustainability goals.
Our custom top hinge systems met the latest security regulations while providing the London Symphony Orchestra with the necessary peace of mind. The result is a dramatically safer, more efficient and comfortable space, perfect for supporting the orchestra’s daily operations. Choosing our City-Glass installation in London was the key to achieving these exceptional improvements.