Amazon’s new 112,000 sq ft distribution centre in Poole, Dorset, opened just in time for the 2022 festive season. Developed by St. Modwen on a 10.8-acre site, the facility includes a multi-storey van deck and serves as a critical logistics node for the South Coast.
A Fast-Moving Challenge
With tight deadlines and a high-spec industrial design, the project demanded robust fire curtain protection that could be installed quickly and without disrupting other trades. The open-plan layout and vehicle access zones required compliant compartmentation to meet stringent fire safety standards.
Next-Day Safety Solutions
Smoke and Fire Curtains Ltd were engaged to design and fire curtain systems. The fire curtains were engineered for discreet integration, ensuring they remained unobtrusive during normal operations but would deploy automatically in the event of a fire.
Prime Protection, Delivered Fast
Working closely with the main contractor and other on-site teams, we coordinated the phased installation to align with the project’s rapid timeline. Our systems were installed efficiently, ensuring full compliance with British Standards and enhancing the facility’s overall fire safety strategy.
Boxed In, Fire Boxed Out
The fire curtain systems now provide critical compartmentation, safeguarding both personnel and assets within the distribution centre. Amazon’s Poole hub operates with enhanced fire protection measures, ready to meet the demands of its fast-paced logistics operations.