BOC Acetylene Building

Located in an industrial area of Bristol along the River Avon the former Acetylene Building situated within the 'live' BOC site was demolished by the RHDL specialist team with subsequent praise from the Client. 

A complete package was provided to BOC that included: 

- Pre/post demolition CCTV drainage surveys 
- Pre commencement surrounding pre-dilapidation surveys
- Structural Engineer methodology evaluation
- Asbestos Removal
- Demolition & Crushing 
- Ground investigation/sampling strategy and remediation 
- Formation of a hard standing

Protection of the public domain was of paramount importance throughout the project. A project specific scaffold screen was constructed under a temporary works design to act as a barrier for potential foreign object projectiles along the Whitby Road site elevation.

Through comprehensive Risk Assessments a remote mechanical demolition technique was adopted to remove the cement roof sheeting, eliminating a multitude of immediate hazards. Air monitoring in the form of personal and background reassurance was undertaken throughout, coupled with the latest water atomising dust suppression units. NO fibre release triggers were detected.

To finalise the site clearance a remediation strategy was implemented for the bulk fill material below the slab. In the form of by product 'ash', the infill was analysed for contamination and a "Dig and Dump" approach utilised.

All the processed hardcore was graded to a 6F2 certified material, this was then subsequently used to form a hard standing. CBR tests were carried out to verify the compaction rate achieved. 

Industrial dismantling with Ron Hull Ltd – expert industrial dismantling & demolition contractors

The scale of industrial projects can often introduce safety & environmental factors that take expert understanding to manage. Specialist decontamination, high security, proximity to critical infrastructure or active work sites, and other exacting circumstances mean you can’t compromise on the expertise of your demolition contractor.  Whatever the particular requirements of your decommissioning, dismantling or demolishing project, Ron Hull Ltd has the decades of industry experience it takes to visualise –and deliver- creative solutions to your project requirements. From initial decommissioning, waste management, and site clearance to full demolition, step-by-step dismantling of large-scale industrial infrastructure, asset recovery, remarketing and final land remediation- Ron Hull offers the full cycle of industrial demolition.

Based in Yorkshire, demolition contractors & waste management experts Ron Hull Ltd built their ethos around providing a comprehensive service encompassing all client requirements from day one to the final recycling of recovered material and full land remediation. We tailor all our works to clients’ exact requirements, understanding your objectives and managing our team’s unmatched expertise and considerable technical resources to deliver a complete service that regularly earns excellent feedback from our clients.

As a leading demolition company, we understand the complexities that often face teams required to decommission equipment or facilities. Often these complexities require a broader skill base and a more creative approach, informed by great experience, than the initial scope of the project may suggest. Environmental factors, legislation and impact on surrounding areas often govern the approach a demolition company must take to ensure safe, fast and cost-effective project completion.

View some of our past industrial site demolition & decommissioning projects:

Demolition of Incinerator Complex

Demolition of Woodhouse Mill Gas Holder & Digester Tanks

As one of the UK’s leading industrial demolition contractors, Ron Hull Ltd has decades of experience offering innovative solutions to the most complex projects. We aim to deliver forward thinking solutions that have consistently helped our clients achieve their desired outcomes in time and under budget, with minimum disruption and in line with all relevant regulation. We work with companies across the UK and are proud to have earned a reputation for excellence in industrial demolition services that frequently sees a one-off contract grow into a lasting relationship. With satisfied customers across the UK and an industry leading reputation as a safe, efficient, professional and innovative demolition company, why not speak to us about the ways our team can assist in your project.

For more information on any of our previous projects or the particulars of how we approach each demolition challenge, please feel free to contact our team at our office in Rotherham, Yorkshire.