Smarter Fire Protection Starts Here

Stopford Park is a landmark residential-led development located on Greek Street and Wellington Road in Stockport. Comprising 442 apartments, the scheme is designed to create a new neighbourhood community with a landscaped public realm in the heart of the town.

The development spans three principal residential buildings, alongside the sensitive redevelopment of the Grade II listed Greek Street Building, formerly the Metropolitan Girls’ School. This historic structure is being transformed into a collaborative co working space for local businesses, named Cheers & Smith, in recognition of the original architects.

The Bosden Building, the first phase to be delivered on the site, will provide 62 homes for sale and is where Damex FR has been successfully installed.

Key Project Participants
• Product Supplier: Euro Accessories Ltd
• Product: Damex FR – A2 Flexible, Non Combustible DPC and Cavity Tray System
• Contractor: Oak Construction Projects
• Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

The Challenge
As a modern residential development, Stopford Park required materials that met stringent fire performance, durability, and regulatory compliance standards, while also supporting efficient construction programmes and cost control.

The original specification presented both cost and performance considerations, prompting Oak
Construction Projects to explore alternative solutions that could deliver compliance, confidence, and commercial advantage.

The Solution: Damex FR
Euro Accessories Ltd supplied Damex FR, an A2 rated flexible, non combustible DPC and cavity tray system. While Damex FR is relatively new to the UK market, they’re supported by a team with extensive industry experience, with a product that’s been engineered to address modern construction challenges.

Following a series of technical queries raised by the project architect, Damex FR worked closely with Oak Construction Projects to provide clarity on performance, certification, and compliance. Once these queries were addressed, Oak felt confident in switching the specification to Damex FR.

Key Product Features & Benefits
• Design Versatility: Fully reversible design allows installation on either face, with superior cold weather workability for year round use.
• A2 Fire Classification: Achieves A2 s1,d0 to EN 13501 1:2018, supporting compliance with stringent fire safety requirements.
• Kiwa BDA Certified: Independently audited and verified, providing assurance to designers, contractors, and building control.
• Enhanced Impact Resistance: Higher impact resistance when compared to the competition on a like for like basis.
• 25% More Per Roll: Longer rolls reduce installation time and material changeovers on site.

"By switching to Damex FR, Oak Construction Projects achieved a 25% cost saving compared to the original specification, without compromising on safety, quality, or performance"

• Waste Reduction: 600ml adhesive foil system cuts packaging waste by up to 90%.
• EN 14909:2012 Compliant: Ensures a fully functional and certified DPC
• Bespoke Sizes Available: Reduces waste and delivers cost efficiency—customers only pay for what they need.

Results
By switching to Damex FR, Oak Construction Projects achieved a 25% cost saving compared to the original specification, without compromising on safety, quality, or performance.

Additional benefits included:
• DPC & cavity tray was installed earlier in the build program than the original specified material, preventing delays and speeding up delivery of the project.
• Next day delivery and improved site support.
• Reduced material waste and disposal costs, with improved site sustainability.

Conclusion
The successful installation of Damex FR on the Bosden Building at Stopford Park demonstrates how innovative, compliant products can deliver both technical assurance and commercial value.

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