13 October 2023 
The project proved to be one of Resipoint’s most challenging due to the installation process requiring horizontal site movement. From the beginning of the process, our team maintained communication with the customer and knew that the condition of the installation was that the units needed to be transported horizontally and turned upright once near their final position.
This feat has been achieved by the customer previously; however, that project had used pulleys, which we concluded would not be suitable for this project as this method would be time-consuming and pose a health and safety risk.
After numerous design attempts, our team successfully developed a 110V ‘flipper’, which allowed the units to be rapidly re-oriented from a horizontal to a vertical position. For this ‘flipper,’ we had to obtain LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) approval, which marked a great success for the team. Additionally, we installed an ‘anti-tip’ device so the units would not be knocked over once they were in position.
Meeting LOLER regulations (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) is crucial for residential development projects. It minimises risks associated with equipment operation and enhances overall project efficiency and success on site.
Ensuring the safe use of transportation machinery, such as cranes and hoists, protects not only the workers on site but also the residents of the property and is essential to ensuring a safe construction environment. Gaining LOLER approval is essential for people involved in residential development, as it establishes a reputation for safety and regulatory compliance in residential projects.
The QA (Quality Assurance) procedure was a stringent requirement on this project and significantly contributed to elevating our QA standards to their current level.
For Resipoint, this project required innovation and quality, which we were proud to provide, and ensured that the end result was successful, pleasing the client greatly.
Testimonial From Project Manager:
I can confidently recommend Resipoint, as a competent and diligent CDP contractor.
Although it is my first time dealing with Resipoint I have to acknowledge their tireless efforts to deliver a product that fully meets our expectations.
They have an ethos of “rise to it”. It might sound like a buzz line, but they genuinely take this approach in my experience.
We have a robust QA system, which they have fully and gladly adopted, and to date, the units that have come to site are adhering to the quality we would expect – any issues have been minor and addressed in a diligent manner.
Resipoint will also be happy to accommodate factory visits however, you must be aware the coffee they give is terrible, but the bacon rolls are quite nice! (we have since got a new coffee machine!)
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need support with your project, we are here to help on 01452 226022, email sales@resipoint.co.uk.
