Warringtonfire

Completed six weeks ahead of schedule, the state-of-the-art laboratory significantly enhances fire safety testing capacity, ensuring faster and more rigorous certification of construction materials. Designed to support compliance with the Building Safety Act, the facility features cutting-edge fire testing furnaces, confidential test preparation areas, and a dedicated temperature controlled environment to enhance accuracy and repeatability.

Tilbury Douglas’ integrated working model, combining construction and MEP expertise, optimised coordination, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation. By tripling testing capacity, the facility plays a critical role in helping manufacturers meet evolving fire safety regulations, reinforcing the UK’s leadership in fire safety innovation.

This highly technical project involved constructing a world-class fire resistance testing facility, equipped with advanced fire furnaces, smoke abatement systems, and hydrogen-ready infrastructure to support future sustainability goals. The design included secure viewing areas to ensure data confidentiality for clients and a cutting-edge flame detection system to improve testing precision.

Tilbury Douglas worked closely with Warringtonfire, regulatory bodies, and specialist suppliers to create an environment that meets the highest industry standards for fire resistance testing.