Case Study: PDS Dental Laboratory – A State-of-the-Art Facility Powered by JLM Energy
Project Overview
PDS Dental Laboratory, an innovative dental lab in Greengates, Bradford, provides cutting-edge dental solutions to dentists across the UK. As part of its relocation to a new, state-of-the-art facility, PDS Dental Laboratory required comprehensive mechanical and electrical installations to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
JLM Energy was contracted to design, install, and integrate a full suite of M&E solutions, ensuring that the new facility met the highest industry standards for safety, energy efficiency, and performance.
Project Details
- Client: PDS Dental Laboratory
- Location: Greengates, Bradford
- Sector: Healthcare & Laboratory
- Project Value: £750,000
- Contract Period: 11 months
Project Scope & Deliverables
JLM Energy delivered a turnkey mechanical and electrical package, ensuring the laboratory’s infrastructure was future-proofed, compliant, and energy-efficient.
Mechanical Services
- Underfloor Heating Systems – Installed an efficient heating system powered by biomass primary and gas secondary boilers for optimal energy efficiency.
- HVAC Systems – Implemented heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions to maintain optimal air quality and temperature control.
- Fire Suppression Systems – Installed sprinkler-based fire suppression systems to comply with industry safety regulations.
- Plumbing & Domestic Services – Designed and installed reliable water and waste management systems tailored for laboratory use.
Electrical Services
- Power & Cable Management – Executed a full electrical installation, including cable routing and power distribution for all lab operations.
- External Lighting – Installed high-efficiency lighting solutions for safety and security across car parks and outdoor areas.
- Safety & Communication Systems – Integrated fire alarms, CCTV, access control, telephone, and IT infrastructure for a fully connected facility.
- General & Emergency Lighting – Supplied and installed general, medical, and emergency lighting for compliance and safety.
Challenges & Solutions
One of the primary challenges was executing both mechanical and electrical installations within a tight relocation timeline. JLM Energy ensured:
✅ Coordinated planning with stakeholders to meet relocation deadlines.
✅ Seamless integration of M&E services to avoid delays in operations.
✅ Efficient energy solutions that align with sustainability goals.
Results & Impact
- State-of-the-Art Laboratory – The new facility now supports cutting-edge dental technology with high-performance electrical and mechanical systems.
- Improved Energy Efficiency – Optimised heating and power management reduces operational costs.
- Enhanced Safety & Compliance – Advanced fire suppression and security measures ensure full regulatory compliance.
Expanding JLM Energy’s Expertise in Critical Infrastructure
JLM Energy’s work at PDS Dental Laboratory is part of its broader expertise in specialised mechanical and electrical solutions. Another example of JLM’s excellence in fire safety and M&E installations can be seen at Keighley Fire Station, where similar critical infrastructure upgrades were successfully delivered.
JLM Energy: Powering the Future of Healthcare & Specialist Facilities
By integrating energy-efficient, compliant, and future-ready M&E solutions, JLM Energy continues to help specialist facilities like PDS Dental Laboratory enhance their operations, safety, and sustainability.
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