A local company has played its part in the construction of a
major new teaching facility that will help to train the
physiotherapists of the future.
Wednesfield-based Edward Howell Galvanizers, part of Wedge Group
Galvanizing, was called upon to provide its specialist hot dip
galvanizing treatment to 24 tonnes of structural steelwork used to
build a new £8 million Sports Therapy and Injury
Rehabilitation Centre at Moulton College, Northamptonshire.
The steel was used by Brierley Hill-based fabrication firm
Midland Erection Ltd to carry out initial construction work on the
new hub, which forms part of the college's ambitious plans to
become a national centre for excellence in sport and sports injury
rehabilitation.
The centrepiece of the new centre, which is expected to be fully
operational by the end of the month, is a 25 metre swimming pool
incorporating a moveable floor, enabling the depth to be adjusted
to offer a variety of hydrotherapy treatments. In addition, the
centre will also house a number of lecture theatres and treatment
clinics, including dedicated facilities for hydrotherapy and
cryotherapy, along with a biomechanics lab, and changing rooms for
students using the nearby sports pitches.
"When completed, this centre really will put the college at the
forefront of treating sports injuries," Jim Lindsay, Commercial
Manager of Edward Howell Galvanizers, said. "I'm sure it will be a
huge benefit not just for the students, but the wider community
too, as local residents will be able to use a number of the
facilities on offer."
Chris Poole, Managing Director of Midland Erection Ltd,
revealed: "The team at Edward Howell carried out a reliable and
extremely professional job for us on this important project. Having
the steelwork galvanized will ensure it remains free from rust and
corrosion for years to come."
Wedge Group Galvanizing is the largest hot dip galvanizing
organisation in the UK with a history dating back over 150 years.
With 14 plants strategically placed across the country, they offer
a truly national galvanizing service.