Jun
20
20
LCP House fitted out with bespoke glass balustrade system
The headquarters of a leading privately owned investment and property management company has recently undergone an exterior redevelopment with the help of Essential Projects.
May
27
27
Feature glass staircase installed at Flagship Next store
Essential Projects has completed the installation of a bespoke feature glass staircase at the newly opened flagship Next store in Watford.
May
10
10
Danish retail brand receives the Essential Projects one stop shop treatment
Essential Projects has recently finished a redevelopment project for Danish retailer Flying Tiger, in which we manufactured and installed all the required bespoke metalwork elements.
Apr
19
19
Newly refurbished offices in Birmingham open with help from Essential Projects
An office building in Birmingham has officially reopened following a major refurbishment in which Essential Projects helped provide bespoke architectural metalwork.
Apr
07
07
Product Profile: Structural Steel Beams
Our ability to manufacture bespoke sizes of structural steel beams is one of our unique differentiating factors and why a number of leading architects and interior fit-out companies have Essential Projects on their approved or preferred supplier lists.
Feb
28
28
Structural steelwork supports opening of new “Super Court” in Loughborough
New structural steelwork supplied by Essential Projects was recently used as part of a £2.7m revamp of Loughborough Magistrates Court.
Jan
28
28
One stop shop for reconfiguring the interiors of industrial units
At Essential Projects we have the expertise and personnel to provide a one stop shop, when it comes to reconfiguring the interiors of industrial units.
Jan
12
12
Structural steel supplied for Beaverbrooks flagship store refurbishment
As part of a refurbishment project, Essential Projects was contracted to manufacture, supply and install structural steelwork at a new flagship Beaverbrooks store in Milton Keynes.
Jan
05
05
Essential Projects is recruiting for a new Commercial Manager
Essential Projects is looking for a Commercial Manager who will enjoy the flexibility of working for a small metalwork manufacturer and has some experience in architectural metal and glass.
Dec
13
13
Essential Projects Christmas Shutdown Hours 2021/2022
As of 12 noon on Friday 17th December 2021 our office will be closed and will reopen for business on Tuesday 4th January 2022.
Dec
07
07
Steel staircase and mezzanine installed at award winning architecture practice
Award winning architecture and interior design practice CPMG has moved into new office space in Nottingham with the help of Essential Projects.
Sep
15
15
Bespoke Steel Handrail added at £7m transformation of historic pumping station
Bespoke steel handrails have added the finishing touches to a Victorian pumping station which has been restored to its former glory as part of a multi-million pound development.
Jul
27
27
Next store in Bedford opens with help from Essential Projects
Fashion giants Next plc have recently opened a new store in Bedford which features bespoke glass staircases and architectural metalwork supplied by Essential Projects.
Jul
13
13
Structural steelwork installed at new Next redevelopment
Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of structural steelwork at a newly redeveloped Next Plc retail store in Barrow in Furness.
Jul
05
05
Time to try a new metal fabrication partner?
If your business is working at full capacity and you are in need of outsourced metal fabrication, or your existing fabrication company isn’t up to scratch please do consider Essential Projects for your future metalwork requirement.
Jun
23
23
Dalton Park Morrisons adds new stainless steel cladding
Global supermarket chain Morrisons recently opened up a brand-new store in Dalton Park, County Durham, in which Essential Projects installed bespoke stainless steel cladding.
May
18
18
Essential Projects shortlisted for Insider Made in the Midlands Award
We are very proud to announce that Paige Beresford has been shortlisted for an award in the Insider Made in the Midlands Awards 2021.
Mar
12
12
Next store in Worcester undergoes redevelopment with help from Essential Projects
As part of plans to redevelop an existing Next retail store in Worcester, Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of two bespoke glass staircases.
Mar
10
10
Bespoke Window Gate added to Next Store in Sheffield
Essential Projects was contracted to manufacture and install a bespoke window gate at the Next Home store located on the outskirts of Meadowhall Shopping Centre.
Mar
01
01
How to expand warehouse and office space using a mezzanine floor
Essential Projects has been working very closely with commercial property agents, facilities managers and business owners in order to better utilise their office or warehouse space by installing mezzanine flooring structures.
Jan
13
13
Aluminium glazed screens supplied to Next Plc shopping pods
Essential Projects was contracted to supply bespoke aluminium glazed screens for the new Next collect and return pods located in Morrisons supermarkets.
Dec
04
04
Office & Workshop Closure Time for Christmas
With Christmas right around the corner, we like to inform everyone that as of Friday 18th December, we will be closing our office at 4pm and will reopen for business on Monday 4th January 2020 at 9.00am.
Nov
30
30
Bespoke steel lighting gantries for Next Beauty stores
Bespoke steel lighting gantries, have been manufactured and installed by Essential Projects at three new Next Beauty stores in Milton Keynes, Watford and Gateshead.
Nov
23
23
Bespoke architectural metalwork installed at £600k social housing development
Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of bespoke architectural metalwork at a social housing development in South Yorkshire on behalf of J Tomlinson Ltd.
Nov
09
09
Bespoke architectural metalwork installed at new Morrisons store in Manchester
Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of bespoke architectural metalwork at a newly redeveloped Morrisons Supermarket in Manchester.
Nov
05
05
Covid 19 Update – Essential Projects remains open for business!
In light of the Government’s announcement that the UK has entered a second lockdown, we want to reassure all that Essential Projects will remain open for business!
Oct
05
05
Are you an estimator looking for next career move?
Due to an expanding order book and an increase in new enquiries, Essential Projects is recruiting a junior estimator, who is looking for their next career move.
Sep
03
03
Structural Steel Beam Installation
At Essential Projects we offer a steel beam installation service to both architects and building contractors, when working on residential or commercial properties.
Aug
18
18
Operations manager needed by glass and steel staircase manufacturer in Nottingham
We are currently working on a number of major projects on behalf of some of the UK’s leading brands and would like to appoint an operations manager to help ensure our commercial operations continue to run smoothly.
Aug
18
18
Metal Fabricating Jobs Nottingham – Essential Projects recruiting
Essential Projects is looking for an experienced metal fabricator to join our company with the skills and experience to help manufacture bespoke metalwork.
Aug
12
12
Accounts Apprentice achieves Level 3 AAT Qualification
Essential Projects is delighted to announce that accounts apprentice, Paige Beresford has recently passed her Level 3 AAT Qualification.
Jul
22
22
All you need to know about bespoke feature staircases
If you are about to embark on a project in a residential, commercial or retail property, one of the first decisions you will need to consider is the installation of a bespoke feature staircase.
Jul
01
01
Essential Projects are looking for a draughtsman
Due to an expanding order book and an increase in new enquiries, Essential Projects is recruiting a draughtsman with experience in architectural metalwork.
May
26
26
What are the different types of steel?
At Essential Projects we often get asked about the different types of steel and how they can be applied to various projects. We thought we’d address this question to help the architects and contractors that we work alongside, plan their future projects.
May
21
21
Locked in with… Eliot Saxton, Managing Director, Essential Projects
Our inspirational MD, Eliot Saxton recently caught up the The Business Desk East Midlands, to talk life in lockdown and what he’d been doing to occupy his time.
May
07
07
Site Operating Procedures During Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Essential Projects has implemented a number of rigorous site operating procedures in order to comply with government guidelines and industry recommendations aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19.
Apr
01
01
Essential Projects complete work on £40m Bicester retail park
Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of a bespoke feature staircase at a Next Plc store, as part of a new retail shopping park in Bicester.
Mar
26
26
How should sub-contractors like Essential Projects comply with noise and vibration regulations?
Noise and vibration is very much a hot topic for the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) at the moment, so we’ve provided an overview to help explain the various regulations and legislation that sub-contractors will need to ensure staff working on site comply with.
Feb
26
26
Bespoke Mezzanine Balustrade installed at Torquay retail park
The Next Plc store within a Torquay retail park has recently had a mezzanine balustrade system installed by Essential projects.
Feb
25
25
Commercial staircases added to West Midlands office units
Bespoke steel commercial staircases manufactured by Essential Projects, have been installed within an office unit at a West Midlands industrial Park.
Feb
06
06
2020 Business Predictions: Eliot Saxton, Essential Projects
East Midlands Business Link Magazine, recently caught up with Essential Projects, Managing Director, Eliot Saxton to find out his 2020 business predictions.
Jan
30
30
Essential Projects guide to a DDA Compliant Handrail
Essential Projects can help its clients comply with the law by suitably installing handrails on external stairways and access points as recommended in Part M of the Building Regulations.
Dec
13
13
Bespoke steel cladding for bakery within new Morrisons store
Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of bespoke steel cladding within the bakery of a new Morrisons supermarket in Oswestry.
Dec
10
10
Do you need to outsource any metalwork fabricating projects this Christmas?
With Christmas right around the corner, is your business struggling to meet a December deadline due to an increased demand for your metalwork components?
Dec
04
04
Essential Projects Christmas Shutdown Period 2020
The Christmas period is fast approaching and we would like to let you know that as of 12 noon on Friday 20th December we will be closing our office and will reopen for business on Monday 6th January 2020 at 9.00am.
Nov
21
21
When to apply the 100mm rule on commercial or residential properties?
Essential Projects explains when to apply the 100mm rule on commercial or residential properties in order to comply with Part K building regulations.
Nov
05
05
What are Part M Building Regulations and how do they apply to commercial properties?
In this article we explain how Part M regulations will impact a project if the staircase or balustrade to be installed is in any way related to access requirements.
Oct
18
18
Essential Projects MD raises £1500 for Parkinsons UK
Essential Projects Managing Director, Eliot Saxton ran the Ikano Bank Robin Hood Marathon in aid of Parkinsons UK raising over £1500.
Oct
17
17
What are Part K building regulations and how do they apply to staircases in commercial properties?
How Part K regulations affect glass staircase projects in commercial and retail spaces.
Oct
03
03
Bespoke metalwork installed at prestigious London Nursery
Essential Projects has completed the manufacture and installation of a number of bespoke metalwork products at a prestigious Nursery in London on behalf of N Family Club Ltd.
Sep
30
30
Why install a bespoke glass staircase in your restaurant?
Essential Projects specialises in manufacturing, supplying and installing bespoke glass staircases in restaurants across the UK.
Sep
23
23
Bespoke feature staircase project named in East Midlands Property Awards
Sherwood Forest Visitors Centre recently won “Sustainable Development of the Year” Award at this years East Midlands Property Awards 2019.
Aug
29
29
Mezzanine glass balustrade provides safety barrier at Newcastle retail store
Essential Projects has completed the installation of a mezzanine glass balustrade system at a newly refurbished Next Plc retail store in Newcastle.
Jul
04
04
Can Essential Projects manage your project?
At Essential Projects we work alongside other professionals such as architects, structural engineers, joiners, and other independent contractors, which gives Essential Projects the capabilities to manage the entirety of a project from the outset.
May
06
06
What Types of Glass Should Be Used for Balustrading?
In this article, Essential Projects answer the question “What types of glass should be used for balustrading” in commercial and residential properties.
Apr
30
30
New balustrading system at Warwick University
A new glass balustrading system manufactured by Essential Projects has been installed at Warwick University as part of a campus redevelopment scheme.
Apr
17
17
Commercial Office balustrade system added to global data centre facility
Essential Projects installed a commercial office balustrade system at a 24,000m2 Equinix global data centre in Slough.
Mar
19
19
Converting commercial premises to residential
The changing retail landscape is causing owners of retail property to review their portfolio and consider converting commercial premises to residential.
Mar
06
06
What materials can a bespoke feature staircase be manufactured in?
If you are about to embark on a project to install a bespoke feature staircase in a residential, commercial or retail property, one of the first decisions you will face as the designer of the project is the choice of materials to use.
Jan
17
17
Why install a glass staircase in your residential property?
Glass staircases for residential properties are a must if you’re looking to create a modern aesthetically pleasing home, using glass.
Jan
11
11
SafeContractor accreditation awarded to Essential Projects
Essential Projects has successfully achieved SafeContractor accreditation after demonstrating an ongoing commitment to health and safety and implementing the relevant processes to comply with current legislation.
Dec
17
17
EP Provides Glass Balustrade for Retail Store in Havant
Essential Projects has completed the installation of glass balustrade and lighting gantry steelwork at a new retail store in Havant.
Dec
11
11
Essential Projects Christmas Shutdown Hours
As of 12 noon on Friday 21st December 2018 our office will be closed and will reopen for business on Monday 7th December 2019.
Nov
07
07
Steel Staircase manufactured for commercial offices in West Midlands
Essential Projects has recently completed the installation of a steel staircase at a new commercial office estate in the West Midlands.
Nov
02
02
Glass staircases for retail giant Next Plc
Bespoke glass staircases for retail giant Next Plc have been installed by Essential Projects within an existing store in Cheltenham following a major refurbishment.
Oct
12
12
Essential Projects looking to recruit a new Estimator
Due to significant growth over the past year, which has seen us work on some major projects for leading UK brands, Essential Projects is looking to recruit an experienced estimator.
Sep
04
04
New accounts apprentice hire for Essential Projects
A raft of new projects has enabled Essential Projects to smash its half year turnover target creating employment opportunities for a new accounts apprentice.
Aug
23
23
Steel staircase manufactured as part of £85m shopping centre expansion
Essential Projects has provided the structural metalwork required to install a steel staircase within the new Next retail store which is being opened as part of an £85m project to expand the Arndale Centre in Eastbourne.
Aug
14
14
Essential Projects achieves SMAS Worksafe Award
Essential Projects is pleased to announce that we have been successful in completing SSiP criteria and have successfully achieved Safety Management Advisory Services (SMAS) Worksafe Accreditation.
Jul
05
05
Structural Steel Beam Fabrication
Due to our ability to manufacture bespoke sizes, we have recently received a number of enquiries about our expertise in structural steel beam fabrication.
Jun
06
06
Job Opportunity: Fully Skilled Site Fitter Required
Essential Projects is looking for an experienced site fitter to join our company with the skills and experience to help manufacture metalwork for projects on behalf of some of the UK’s leading brands.
Jun
06
06
Skilled Metal Fabricator required – apply now!
Essential Projects is looking for an experienced fabricator to join our company with the skills and experience to help manufacture metal work for projects on behalf of some of the UK’s leading brands.
May
17
17
Essential Projects involved in new Argos concession outlet in Chesterfield
Essential Projects has been involved in helping Sainsburys to install a new Argos concession outlet in its new superstore in Chesterfield, a market town located north of Derby.
May
10
10
Essential Projects looking to recruit Accounts Assistant Apprentice
Essential Projects is pleased to announce that we are actively looking for a positive and passionate person to join our team as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice.
May
09
09
Bespoke glass staircase manufactured for Poundland store in Peterborough
Essential Projects has been contracted to install a bespoke glass staircase for a refurbished Poundland store in the Bretton Centre retail park.
Apr
19
19
Glass riser staircases added to new Next store in Bolton
Essential Projects have installed three glass riser staircases at the new Next store located at Middlebrook Retail and Leisure Park in Bolton.
Mar
27
27
Essential Projects one of contractors on £5m Sherwood Forest Visitors Centre
Essential Projects has been appointed as one of the contractors to work on the £5.3m Sherwood Forest Visitors Centre redevelopment.
Mar
07
07
Glass shopfront installed at Nottingham’s newest café in Broadmarsh Shopping Centre
A new café has opened in the Intu Broadmarsh Shopping Centre in Nottingham, and Essential Projects was appointed to manufacture and install a new glass shopfront.
Feb
21
21
Essential Projects helps improve store safety for leading fashion retailer with metal staircase
Essential Projects was recently appointed to help improve the in-store safety of a UK based fashion retailer in Nottingham by manufacturing and installing a bespoke metal staircase. The store, located in the heart of Nottingham City Centre required remodelling works to be undertaken, in order to provide staff a with safe and easy access point […]
Jan
30
30
How to create extra space for your business with a mezzanine floor
If your business specialises in storing items or simply sells products via a warehouse, then you may be crying out for a mezzanine floor.
Jan
08
08
Steel Canopy installed to new £14m Epping Forest Shopping Park
A new steel canopy manufactured by Essential Projects has been installed above the entrance of a Next retail store in Epping Forest Shopping Centre.
Nov
15
15
New glass staircase features at Westgate Oxford
A bespoke feature glass staircase has been installed at a Next Retail store at the newly constructed Westgate Shopping Centre in Oxford.
Nov
08
08
Shopping trolley corrals manufactured for Mostyn Champney Shopping Centre
Shopping trolley corrals manufactured by Essential Projects have been installed in the Mostyn Champneys Shopping Centre, located in Llandudno, Wales.
Oct
31
31
Essential Projects appointed to install mezzanine floor in Whitewall Galleries store
Essential Projects was appointed to install a new mezzanine floor at a Whitewall Gallery store located in the Bluewater Shopping Centre in Kent.
Oct
18
18
Glass balustrade features at luxury Nottinghamshire property in the Park
Essential Projects was recently appointed by the homeowner of a luxury property in the Park Estate, Nottingham to install bespoke glass balustrade.
Oct
10
10
Essential Projects manufactures shopping trolley corrals for leading UK retailer
Essential Projects was recently appointed to design, manufacture and install bespoke shopping trolley corrals for a leading UK retailer.
Sep
04
04
Essential Projects manufactures Pizza Hut glass shopfronts
Essential Projects manufactures and installs glass shopfronts for a new Pizza Hut restaurant in Stoke on Trent and a new coffee shop in Nottingham.
Aug
25
25
Next Retail project appointment in £440m Oxford development
Contract win to install bespoke metal and glass work within the Next Retail store opening in the new Westgate Shopping Centre. Part of a £440m development taking place in Oxford.
Jul
03
03
New website portrays high quality products and high profile clients
Essential Projects is delighted to announce the launch of our brand new website designed and built by SO Digital Communications.
Jun
14
14
Stainless Steel Handrails for Walkways Around New Waitrose Store in Solihull
A new steel walkway has been installed by Essential Projects to the perimeter of a new Waitrose store in Solihull in order to meet DDA compliance measures.
Jun
10
10
New feature staircase installed at residential property in Southwell
A bespoke feature glass staircase incorporating stainless steel handrails has recently been installed at a residential property in Southwell.
Jun
08
08
Safety is ensured at Southwell Minster with new glass lift enclosure
To comply with DDA regulations a new lift featuring an Essential Projects frosted glass lift enclosure was installed at Southwell Minster.
Jun
02
02
New glass canopy installed at Oakfurnitureland store in Peterborough
Essential Projects recently installed a glass canopy as part of a £25m redevelopment program at the Brotherhood Retail Park in Peterborough.
May
18
18
Essential Projects bolsters team following series of contract wins
Following a series of new contract wins, Essential Projects has recently appointed Kieran Hickman as their new design engineer.
