Proven multi-storey construction screens withstand record-breaking 80-year storm
Proven multi-storey construction screens withstand record-breaking 80-year storm
Project – Harcourt Square Development
Purpose – Shrink-wrap construction screens
Location – Dublin, Ireland
Client – John Paul Construction
Product – Flame-retardant shrink-wrap
Tufcoat were commissioned to deliver a large-scale multi-storey construction screen solution for a project in Ireland, working alongside John Paul Construction. The primary objective was to provide reliable weather protection within the building structure, enabling interior trades to continue work uninterrupted.
The challenge
The project involved installing shrink-wrap multi-storey construction screens across multiple levels of a complex building. Key challenges included:
- Maintaining strict timelines on a fast-paced construction schedule
- Co-ordinating with multiple trades operating simultaneously
- Ensuring precise installation aligned with detailed client drawings
- Providing consistent environmental protection across all storeys
The screens needed to be robust, adaptable and installed efficiently to support ongoing drywalling and interior works.
Our approach
Tufcoat deployed an experienced installation team led by a dedicated site manager to oversee operations from start to finish. Our approach focused on:
- Close collaboration with the client, including regular communication and progress updates
- Careful review and interpretation of construction drawings to ensure accuracy
- Proactive problem-solving on-site to address any logistical or structural challenges
- Efficient team co-ordination to maintain momentum across multiple floors
The solution
We installed high-quality shrink-wrap multi-storey construction screens throughout the building, creating a controlled internal environment that protected against external weather conditions. This allowed interior trades to proceed without delays, improving overall project efficiency.
Beyond immediate weather protection, multi-storey construction screens offer a range of long-term benefits that add significant value to large-scale projects. By creating a sealed and controlled environment, they help regulate temperature and reduce moisture ingress, which can improve the quality and consistency of finishes such as plastering and painting. This level of environmental control also minimises the risk of delays caused by adverse weather, supporting more predictable scheduling and cost management.
Additionally, shrink-wrap systems enhance on-site safety by reducing wind exposure and containing debris, while their flexibility allows them to be adapted or repositioned as the build progresses. Altogether, these advantages make shrink-wrap construction screens a highly effective solution for maintaining productivity, quality and safety across complex, multi-storey developments.
Multi-storey construction screen results
During the project, the installed shrink-wrap construction screens were put to the test by one of the most severe storms Ireland has experienced in recent years. Despite extreme conditions, including record-breaking wind gusts reaching 183 km/h (114 mph), surpassing a previous 80-year record, the screens remained securely in place and sustained only minor damage. This real-world performance demonstrated the strength, durability and reliability of the system, providing further confidence in its ability to protect construction environments even under exceptional weather conditions.
The project was successfully completed on schedule, delivering:
- Effective weatherproofing across all required areas
- Minimal disruption to other trades
- Smooth coordination between teams and stakeholders
- A safe and controlled working environment for interior works
Installer insight
“We completed a significant project in Ireland, where I was managing a team installing shrink-wrap inside a multi-storey building. I’m proud of this one because it was a large-scale project where I was constantly liaising with the client, reviewing their drawings and ensuring everything ran smoothly and to schedule.” Tufcoat site supervisor.
Conclusion
This project highlights Tufcoat’s capability to deliver complex, large-scale screening solutions in demanding construction environments. Our hands-on management, technical expertise and commitment to collaboration ensured a successful outcome for both the client and on-site teams.
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