Alexandra Palace High-Level Glazed Roof Access Works
ARRT Group carried out specialist high-level access works within a large, glazed atrium at Alexandra Palace, London, using a tracked spider boom lift to provide safe access to the upper roof structure and internal glazing perimeter.
The works took place in Palm Court, the glazed atrium at Alexandra Palace. The project required careful planning due to the sensitive internal environment, high-level work position and surrounding architectural finishes. The compact tracked access platform was positioned on protected floor surfaces and stabilised using full outrigger pads, allowing the operative to safely reach the upper steelwork and glazed roof-line areas without the need for extensive scaffolding.
Project details
| Client site | Commercial atrium venue, Alexandra Palace, London |
|---|---|
| Contractor | ARRT Group |
| Service | High-level commercial glazing access and inspection works |
| Equipment | Tracked spider boom lift with outriggers |
| Environment | Internal glazed atrium / conservatory roof structure |
| Duration | 1 working day |
| Value | £2,950 + VAT |
| Outcome | Safe, controlled access to high-level glazed roof areas with minimal disruption |
Scope of works
- Completed a site assessment and planned safe access within the occupied commercial atrium.
- Protected the internal tiled floor area before positioning access equipment.
- Deployed a compact tracked spider boom lift, selected for its ability to operate safely within restricted internal spaces.
- Used stabiliser pads and outriggers to distribute loading and protect the finished floor surface.
- Provided safe working access to the upper glazed roof structure, steel arches and high-level perimeter details.
- Enabled close inspection and maintenance access to areas that could not be safely reached from ground level.
- Maintained a controlled work zone beneath the access platform to protect visitors, staff and surrounding finishes.
- Carried out the work using appropriate work-at-height procedures and personal protective equipment.
Result
The high-level access solution enabled safe and efficient work at the glazed atrium roof level while avoiding the cost, time and disruption associated with a full internal scaffold installation. The compact spider lift provided precise access around the curved steel roof structure and glazing, allowing ARRT Group to support commercial glazing maintenance, roof-light inspections and high-level repair works in challenging internal environments.
ARRT Group provides commercial glazing access and high-level glazing repairs, roof-light maintenance, atrium glazing inspections, curtain walling maintenance and specialist access solutions.
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