Landmark London Development

Following a number of meetings with the client, Meesons gained a better understanding of the project and design requirements. A highly bespoke and aesthetically pleasing solution was required, whilst also providing effective protection against tailgating. To secure the multiple entrances the client required a slimline Speed Gate that would complement the design of the building and maximise throughput. To facilitate the high number of daily transits through the reception entrances, Meesons proposed the installation of 17 lanes of EasyGate Elite dual-wing Speed Gates across the two main entrances. The EasyGate Elite was chosen due to the minimal brushed stainless steel construction and slim cabinet design. Cantilever glass barriers were installed to create a secure line around the Speed Gates to prevent unauthorised access. The client requested the ability to override the Speed Gates to enable the free passage of VIP guests, this was achieved through the integration of remote key fobs which were provided to the onsite concierge security. An EasyTouch touch screen control panel was also provided enabling staff to control the Speed Gates from the reception desk. Meesons worked closely with the client and IDEMIA (MorphoWave™) to design the bespoke tower to house the compact contactless biometric reader and complement the design of the Speed Gates. Forty-eight biometric towers were installed to provide a consistent look across the different entrances of the building, each supplied with QR readers as an alternative method of authentication. A further solution was required to secure the dedicated cycle parking area within the building. This needed to accommodate a user with or without a bike, and ensure only authorised personnel could gain access to the cycle parking. Meesons FPJ140 2HP Bike Portal provided the perfect solution due to its spacious design ensuring a comfortable transit for users with bikes. To cope with the high numbers of staff using the cycle parking area 3 Bike Portals were installed, along with surrounding glazed infill to create a secure line. To control employee access to the gym and childcare centre, 2 wide-access lanes of EasyGate SG 1000 Speed Gates were installed along with an EasyTouch control panel to allow staff at the Wellness Centre to override the Speed Gates when required. At the permanent contractor's entrance, an unmanned access solution was required, a Full Height Turnstile and dual-wing Pass Gate was installed, ensuring only registered contractors could gain access. For the duration of the project, Meesons worked closely with the client to ensure the entrance control solutions were configured to their exact specifications to meet their security needs. Due to the scale of the project and with a large number of contractors working on site the installation was phased in line with the overall program of works.

The entrance control solutions installed at this unique building facilitate the secure transit of up to 6000 staff per day whilst maintaining a high level of security. A range of innovative security was required, which is why the client turned to Meesons to provide the entrance control solutions. Further support is now provided with an out-of-hours service contract to ensure the units continue to operate with optimum efficiency. A representative from the project commented: "Meesons worked with the project team throughout the development to deliver bespoke solutions, complementing the wider design. We were especially pleased with the unique housings for our biometric readers, as well as the bike portals, where the work of the Meesons team has resulted in a robust and reliable system, capable of maintaining a high level of security and control, without additional guarding charges"

Landmark London Development