Barnfield College
Barnfield College
Uncompromised Safety and Smart Access Control In State-of-the-art training facility.
Client
Barnfield College
Principle Contractor
KPL Contractor Partner
Architect
Location
London & Southern
Sector
Education
The client envisioned state-of-the-art vocational teaching facilities as part of their new construction and engineering training building. A key element of this vision was modern, clean and light-filled workshop spaces for students, achieved through the integration of glazed screens. These spaces presented a unique challenge in balancing the desired aesthetic with the robust functionality required for a workshop environment, including accommodating large-format machinery and materials.
"The assistance of the Komfort technical team was critical in ensuring that a robust specification was developed."
— Ed Mapplebeck, Associate Architect, Arcadis
- Barnfield College
Komfort’s Solution
The project’s primary challenge was achieving the required acoustic and fire performance. Large openings for access necessitated the use of large-format double doors with fob access. The doors’ meeting stiles and closing mechanisms were critical to both acoustic and fire, requiring a thorough specification review to ensure compliance.
In collaboration with Service Group Interiors, a Komfort Partner, Komfort’s Defence EI 30 and EI 60 Fire Screens were installed providing a high level of fire protection as well as acoustic ratings of up to 52dB (Rw). The project was successfully completed on time and on budget.
§02 — Specification
Komfort Systems
Three Komfort systems, calibrated to a single architectural language: gold steel, acoustic glass, and integrity ratings that disappear into the building.
01
DEF—EI30
Double Glazed Polar 100
Partitioning
Single-glazed steel-framed screens dividing teaching wings from circulation. Slim sightlines, high-spec gold RAL.
02
DEF—EI60
Glazed doors and sidelights
with Applied Bars
03
POL—100
Defence EI30
Double-glazed, 100mm cavity
03
POL—100
EI60 Fire Screens
Double-glazed, 100mm cavity
Numbers, held quietly behind the glass.
Barnfield College
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Fire integrity & insulation rating
EI60 — minutes
db
Acoustic performance
double glazed partitioning
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Fire integrity & insulation rating
EI30 - Minutes
RIBA-shortlisted scheme
Education, 2024
Barnfield College
Komfort Products Used
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From the Architect
"The assistance of the Komfort technical team was critical in ensuring that a robust specification was developed. It was also invaluable in ensuring the proposals met with project programme and budget requirements." Ed Mapplebeck, Associate Architect, Arcadis
From the Principle Contractor
"Service Group Interiors successfully installed internal glazed screens at Barnfield College for Gilbert-Ash, delivering excellent performance in design, programme, and quality. Their team worked efficiently, meeting project deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail. Their professionalism and commitment contributed positively to the overall success of the project." Aaron Coffey, Contracts Manager, Gilbert-Ash
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