Lawcris Panel Products Depot Expansion
CLIENT
Lawcris
VALUE
£600k
DURATION
30 Weeks
STEP ONE
What was the brief?
Lawcris Panel Products commissioned Octane Construction to deliver a strategic site expansion to support their rapidly growing operations and increasing customer demand. The project brief focused on extending the existing warehouse and retail footprint by adding a new trade area and a dry loading bay, both designed to significantly enhance logistics efficiency and customer service capabilities.
Key priorities included maintaining safe and uninterrupted daily operations, carefully sequencing the works to minimise disruption to ongoing activities, and meeting a fixed commercial handover deadline critical to the client’s business continuity and growth plans.
STEP TWO
What did Octane do?
Octane Construction took full responsibility for managing the expansion from detailed planning stages through to successful handover, coordinating construction activities around a busy, operational site using a phased delivery approach to maintain momentum while minimising impact.
Warehouse Extension and Loading Bay: A robust steel-framed extension was constructed to house a modern dry loading zone, dramatically streamlining product handling processes and improving turnaround times to support increased throughput.
New Trade Area for Improved Customer Experience: A dedicated trade space was developed within the expanded footprint to enhance the flow and service for account holders, providing a welcoming and efficient environment that supports both current operational needs and future growth ambitions.
Contemporary Office Fit-Out: Working closely with the supply chain, Octane delivered a bright, modern office fit-out designed to boost team productivity, encourage collaboration, and improve integration across departments.
STEP THREE
What was the result?
The completed site expansion delivered significant improvements across key areas including logistics, customer access, and internal operational efficiency. The new dry loading bay has streamlined product handling, enabling faster turnaround and reduced wait times. The dedicated trade area has enhanced the overall customer experience for account holders, facilitating smoother service and improved satisfaction. The modern office environment has contributed to greater team productivity and collaboration within a more functional workspace.
Completed on schedule, fully to specification, and without interrupting daily operations, the project stands as a testament to Octane Construction’s dedication to quality workmanship, rigorous safety management, and expert coordination on complex live-site expansions.
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Chris Quinn
MANAGING DIRECTOR