Entrance Systems
Dual Drive Sectional Door Technology
At The Heart Of Fradley Park’s Next-Generation Logistics Hub
As the logistics sector continues to evolve at pace, the demand for smarter, faster, and more sustainable infrastructure is growing. In response, ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems has played a key role in the delivery of two state-of-the-art industrial units at Fradley Link, equipped with cutting-edge technology. Of particular note is the UK’s first major installation of the Crawford OH1142P Dual Drive sectional overhead door – a next-generation solution redefining performance standards in speed, efficiency, and sustainability.
Strategic Development In The UK’s Golden Triangle
Fradley Park, one of the UK’s most strategically located logistics hubs, continues to reinforce its position as a first-class destination for distribution and manufacturing. Located near Lichfield in Staffordshire, at the heart of the country’s Golden Triangle of logistics, this key site offers exceptional motorway connectivity and infrastructure – making it an ideal choice for major occupiers seeking sustainable and scalable warehousing solutions.
Evans Property Group has successfully completed development on the latest phase of the site, known as Fradley Link. The speculative scheme spans approximately 280,000 sq ft and includes two highly sustainable, flexible-use industrial units of 204,500 sq ft and 78,500 sq ft respectively. Both are being delivered to exacting standards, targeting BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC A ratings, and are equipped with EV charging capabilities, solar-ready roofing systems, symphonic drainage, and secure cycle storage.
Loading Bay Solutions Designed To Enhance Speed, Without Compromising Safety
Supporting this high-specification development, ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems was appointed to deliver a comprehensive entrance and loading bay solution in partnership with architect Kilmartin Plowman & Partners1 Construction Group2
, main contractor GMI , and developer Evans Property Group. The
project represents a significant milestone for ASSA ABLOY in the UK, as it marks the first major installation of the recently launched Crawford OH1142P Dual Drive sectional overhead door3
–
an innovation designed to deliver a whole new level of speed, efficiency, safety, and security in modern industrial environments.
High-Spec Installations Across Two Warehouses
The larger of the two buildings, at 204,500 sq ft, has been fitted with a full suite of loading bay equipment to support streamlined operations. This includes 20 standard and tall loading bays, each equipped with swing lip dock levellers4
, OH1142P Dual Drive
doors and mechanical dock shelters designed to accommodate a range of vehicle sizes. Complementary accessories such as dock lights, traffic control systems, and wheel guides were also installed to ensure safety and efficiency across all docking operations.
In addition, four ASSA ABLOY OH1042P level access overhead sectional doors5
were supplied to align with the building’s
architectural palette – finished externally in RAL 7016 and internally in RAL 9002. These doors not only match the visual identity of the site but also deliver excellent thermal performance, achieving an overall U-value of 1.3 W/m²K.
The second building, at 78,500 sq ft, has been completed to a similar specification, featuring ten loading bays supported by the same combination of dock levellers, OH1142P doors, and dock shelters. Four level access OH1042P doors were also integrated, mirroring the installation in the adjacent, larger unit.
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