Heated ramp system for prestigious newbuild hotel in central London, next to Wellington Arch, to secure all year access down to secure underground service areas, without having to manually clear snow and use salt.

Project: Ramp Heating system - Peninsula Hotel, Central London
Project Type: Featured, Ramp Heating Projects
Location: London
System: HDS tribble insulated outdoor heating cables
Construction: Concrete base - HDS outdoor heating cables - Concrete finish
Size: 130Sqm ramp down to underground secure service area
Power: 40.1Kw system

Project overview

HDS designed and installed a 40.1 kW outdoor ice and snow melting system for the vehicle access ramp at The Peninsula Hotel in central London. The system was designed to help maintain access to the hotel’s underground service area during icy and snowy weather, supporting the movement of service and delivery vehicles without relying on manual snow clearance or salt.

The project involved a ramp of approximately 130 m², constructed with a concrete base and concrete finish. HDS installed nine triple-insulated outdoor heating cables, each rated at 4,455 W, to provide a combined output of approximately 40.1 kW.

Installation method

Rather than using pre-assembled heating mats, HDS used a loose-cable installation. The heating cables were secured to the concrete reinforcement mesh using cable ties before being encapsulated in concrete. This approach allowed the heating layout to be installed as part of the ramp construction.

Automatic ice and snow control

The system is controlled by an automatic ice and snow melting controller using temperature and moisture sensors. These sensors help the system respond to the conditions associated with ice and snow, rather than relying solely on manual activation.

Project outcome

The installation provides an integrated approach to winter access for a busy hotel service area. By incorporating heating into the ramp construction, the system is designed to help reduce the need for manual snow and ice clearance when winter conditions occur.
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