Project Details:

Challenge / Scope

Johnson Matthey is a world leader in sustainable technology solutions, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions. As part of their commitment to safety improvements, we were asked to design and install a proximity lighting system to their material hoists.

Works Included

The plant runs 24/7 so we agreed a programme of works to minimised disruption. The plant deals high value raw materials, so our employees were required to comply with their strict security measures, as well as health and safety protocols.

We installed safety light system, using specialist lighting fixtures, to the material hoists to alert operatives in the area of the hoist movement and inherent risks. We altered and adapted the control circuits within the hoist, so that the lighting only activated when the crane was in use.

Benefits to the client

Johnson Matthey takes the safety of their workers seriously and are always looking at ways to minimise any risk. By installing this lighting system, the workers now have a clear indication of where lifting activities are taking place.

Following this trial installation, the client has appointed Allen and Son to complete the same installation on other hoists within the site.