Demolition of Orchard House on behalf of Westshield
December 19, 2008 by Michael · Leave a Comment
MJ Finnigan Limited continues to go from strength to strength with an ever expanding client list.
We have recently completed the demolition and site remediation works at involved with a mulit million pound residential scheme being led by Westshield homes. This project was made all the more high profile by the previous land owner, Mr Colin Bell the former Manchester City and England Football Star.
“Our lads were very keen when they heard about this contract, all the city fans have suddenly started arriving for work early” joked the project manager Michael Finnigan.
“Personally I have really enjoyed this contract as I am a big united fan! Joking aside It has been a privilege to be involved with the scheme”. Michael added.
The house was of a modern, open-plan design built out of random sized York stone. The demolition was undertaken in a controlled piecemeal fashion in order to allow for as much salvage of the original stone work as possible.
Mr Laurie Bradley the Land owner of the client had some kind words upon completion of the project:-
“We were happy to see your responsible and vigilant approach to Health, Safety and Environmental issues which are of paramount importance to us.
And many thanks for carefully removing the Bell shaped stone at the building entrance, I’m sure Colin will be very happy it has been protected and saved.
Your overall response and delivery has been excellent ensuring an accident and incident free project completed on time. “
With the Bells’ chalet-style home has already been demolished and, in its place, developers Westshield Homes are building a 21st century house that would suit any of today’s multi-millionaire footballers.
Demolition of 3 acre Bureau Veritas Site
December 1, 2008 by Michael · Leave a Comment
MJ Finnigan Limited has recently secured one of their most extensive contracts to date. The works include the demolition of three large buildings on the former Bureau Veritas /AMTAC Laboratory industrial estate in Broadheath, Manchester.
Bureau Veritas Electrical dates back to the dawn of the electrical age with the formation of LCIE in 1888. Since then a number of additional acquisitions have helped position Bureau Veritas Electrical as a global leader of market access solutions delivering global market access locally.
The complex demolition on the 3 acre site is presenting many challenges to the company. Works commenced on 24.11.08 and are currently running on time and with no problems.
One of the major issues on site is the restrictive boundaries on three elevations. This has necessitated careful planning and protection measures along the Manchester Ship Canal where one of the industrial units runs immediately along the canal bank. There is also busy airport car parking business immediately next door and a busy sports playing field on the other site boundary.
The works are due to be completed before the Christmas Break.
