St Peter's Health Centre, Burnley
MEP RefurbishmentSt Peter's Health Centre in Burnley underwent a comprehensive Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (P/H) refurbishment to bring ageing building services infrastructure up to modern clinical standards. The project was delivered under the Vital Synergy Subcontract Agreement, covering the full spectrum of building services across a multi-storey healthcare facility.
Client Overview
The facility is a multi-storey primary healthcare centre serving the Burnley community. The client required a full refurbishment of the building's Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health services to meet current clinical and regulatory standards whilst maintaining operational continuity wherever possible during the works.
Operating within a live primary healthcare environment placed specific demands on sequencing and site management. Infection control requirements influenced the selection and specification of water systems and sanitaryware, while careful programme phasing was essential to minimise disruption to clinical services and patients throughout the refurbishment.
Complete strip-out of redundant services followed by installation of new Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) pipework. Isolation valves and Geberit multi-layer pipework included, with phenolic insulation applied to enhance energy efficiency and extend system longevity.
Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) units installed with associated fire dampers for safety. Enhancements to hot and cold-water systems and installation of new sanitaryware throughout the facility.
New electrical installations providing updated power supply, containment and integrated Building Management System (BMS) connectivity from ninth-floor plant area down to ground floor. Data infrastructure upgrade includes 91 cable runs and 22 new data points.
Final phase includes ductwork cleaning, water sterilisation and comprehensive commissioning to ensure all systems operate reliably and efficiently.
Key Outcomes and Benefits
Full renewal of electrical distribution network from plant to point of use as part of complete strip out and reinstallation.
New data installations delivered in line with upgraded infrastructure and WiFi improvements to support clinical and administrative areas.
Installation of new MVHR ventilation systems, including fire dampers, ductwork and associated air distribution.
Modifications and integration of building services into the existing BMS to enable centralised monitoring and system control.
All systems fully tested, commissioned and delivered with O&M manuals in accordance with Building Regulations and project specifications.
Phased MEP refurbishment delivered across live clinical environments, maintaining building operation and meeting agreed milestones.
Project Detail
The St Peter's Health Centre, Burnley project was delivered as a comprehensive refurbishment programme, incorporating the full strip-out and replacement of mechanical, electrical and public health services, followed by the installation of new Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) distribution systems with high-performance pipework. The works also included the installation of radiant panel heaters, a new intelligent nurse call system, upgrades to power, lighting and controls, and enhancements to hot and cold-water systems with new sanitaryware installed throughout.
The following phase focused on the integration of modern building systems, including Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) with associated fire dampers, extension of BMS controls, and upgrades to data infrastructure. The final stage incorporated full testing, ductwork cleaning, water treatment and commissioning, delivering a fully integrated, compliant and high-performing healthcare environment ready for handover.
Key Benefits
- A complete M&E refurbishment that establishes a modern, fully compliant healthcare environment. Greater reliability and performance achieved by replacing ageing infrastructure and adding BMS controls.
- Upgraded LTHW distribution and insulated pipework that raise energy efficiency and prolong system life.
- Integrated nurse call and building systems that strengthen patient safety and daily operation.
- Better indoor air quality and environmental control delivered through MVHR ventilation systems.
It was a pleasure to have Vital Synergy support the refurbishment works at St Peter's Health Centre. The team understood the importance of working carefully within a live healthcare environment and kept disruption to patients, staff and services to a minimum. The new systems have helped improve the comfort, reliability and efficiency of the building, giving us a much more modern facility for the community.
Project Manager, St Peter's Health Centre, Burnley
