Troax UK has supplied its double
skin, steel Excalibur partitioning to
create a calibration laboratory at the
New and Renewable Energy Centre
in Hebburn, Tyne and Wear.

The laboratory, sited within a
140m high testing hall, was built by
Aaran Design using Troax’s modular
steel partitioning. Solid steel
Excalibur panels reach a height of
5m and have been installed together
with a solid steel ceiling, also
supplied by Troax. A specialist
contractor fitted a Faraday Cage to
the structure to earth every
component within it. Doors reach a
height of 3.25m, providing access for
both staff and large items of
electrical equipment.

Excalibur’s two steel skins are of
monobloc construction and separated
by a composite insulating infill that
complies with all relevant health and
safety legislation. The design ensures
good sound and heat insulation and
provides 30min fire rating.