ESG Group Ltd

Project OverviewThe Battersea Power Station Phase 3B project is a high-profile redevelopment situated in London, UK.This ambitious scheme seeks to revitalise the iconic power station into a vibrant mixed-use development. Thornton Tomasetti served as the construction engineers, while OAG was responsible for elements of the architectural glazing design, providing their expertise to ensure the success of this landmark task. ESG Group was selected to supply and fabricate the glass panels essential for the development.Key Project ParticipantsClient: Battersea Power Station Development CompanyConstruction Engineers: Thornton TomasettiArchitectural Glazing Project Designers: OAGGlass Supplier and Fabricator: ESG Group LtdProject Requirements and ComplianceThe project necessitated the use of high-quality glass that adhered to stringent standards for safety, durability, and aesthetic appeal.ESG Group supplied a variety of glass types, including toughened, heat-soaked, laminated, and security glass, all of which complied with relevant British and European standards.Factory Visit and Quality AssuranceA factory visit to our facility in Witham, UK, was conducted on March 24th, 2023, by representatives from Thornton Tomasetti, OAG, and other stakeholders.The purpose of the visit was to review the initial glass panels fabricated for the project and assess ESG’s production capabilities and quality assurance procedures.During the visit, the team observed several key processes including:Cutting, Drilling, and Processing: ESG handles all these processes for monolithic glass within their factory.Heat Treatment: Toughening is performed by heating the glass to 670°C followed by quenching. ESG confirmed regular break tests to check the breakage pattern of the glass.Laminating: ESG uses high-quality PVB from Kuraray-Trosifol, with a clean room environment to ensure optimal conditions for laminating.Heat Soak Testing: This process involves raising the temperature of the glass to 290°C and maintaining it for four hours to greatly reduce potential nickel sulphide inclusions.Quality Management and StandardsESG Group adheres to the BS EN ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, ensuring consistent product quality and compliance with industry standards. Specific standards relevant to the project include:BS EN 12150:2015: Thermally toughened soda lime silicate safety glassBS EN 1863:2000: Heat-strengthened soda lime silicate glassBS EN 14179:2005: Heat-soaked thermally toughened soda lime silicate safety glassBS EN 14449:2005: Laminated glass and laminated safety glassBS EN 356:2000: Manual attack-resistant glassLPS 1270: Intruder-resistant security glazing unitsCertificates of ConformityESG Group issued Certificates of Conformity to affirm that the glass products supplied for the Battersea Power Station project comply with all relevant standards and specifications. These certificates provide assurance of quality and adherence to safety norms, signed by the ESG Quality Manager.Commitment to SustainabilityESG Group is deeply committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility, integral aspects of their operations. Their commitment is demonstrated through:Energy Efficiency: ESG utilises energy-efficient machinery and processes to minimise energy consumption during production. The heat treatment and laminating processes are optimised for energy efficiency, reducing the overall carbon footprint.Waste Reduction: ESG implements rigorous waste management protocols. Offcuts and waste glass are recycled, ensuring that as much material as possible is reused. The company also focuses on reducing waste at the source by improving precision in cutting and processing.Sustainable Materials: ESG sources raw materials from suppliers who adhere to sustainable practices. The use of high-quality, durable materials not only extends the lifespan of the glass products but also reduces the need for replacements, contributing to long-term sustainability.Environmental Compliance: ESG complies with environmental standards such as ISO 14001, which sets out the criteria for an effective environmental management system. This compliance ensures that our operations have minimal adverse environmental impacts.Innovation and Development: ESG is continually researching and developing new products that offer enhanced environmental benefits, such as improved safety, security and reduced energy usage for buildings.SummaryThe collaboration between Thornton Tomasetti, OAG, and ESG Group ensured that the Battersea Power Station Phase 3B project met the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.The careful planning, rigorous quality assurance procedures, and adherence to international standards underline the project’s commitment to excellence. This redevelopment will not only preserve the historical essence of the power station but also set a benchmark for future urban regeneration projects.By leveraging the expertise of ESG and other leading industry professionals and prioritising sustainability, the Battersea Power Station Phase 3B project is poised to become an icon of modern engineering and architectural innovation.

Heathrow Airport, situated 14 miles west of London, is one of the worlds busiest airports. With five terminals and 2 runways it is the main operating hub of British Airways and Virgin. In 2013 the airport was used by over 72 million people and managed nearly ½ million plane movements. This vast amount of traffic is the reason that London desperately needs new airport capacity as these numbers are only going to increase. While the government debates which airport should have this expansion, Heathrow has spent the last four years updating one of its oldest buildings – Terminal 2.T2 was the oldest terminal at the airport having originally opened as ‘Europa building’ in 1955. Originally designed to handle 1.2 million passenger, in its final years it was carrying over 8 million people. In 2009 the airports owners announced a £2.5 billion program of work to create an entirely new, modern looking terminal capable of handling such vast numbers of passengers.The new building covers 11300m2 and is home to 23 airlines. With 10m tall architectural glass facades and glass roof lights the building has been designed to feel as open as possible and make as much use of natural light as it can. ESG supplied over 4000 individual panels to the project totalling over 8000m2 of glass. The total m2 is made up of a mixture of 17.5mm and 21.5mm toughened laminate which can be found in various locations around the internal areas of the terminal. In additional to our standard toughened laminate glass, our more specialised processes such as screen printing and digital printing can be found on in various locations adding a splash of colour and design to the walls. Our glass even holds up the taxi sculpture which is the centre piece of the new departure lounge.ESG Product Supplied:8000m2 17.5mm / 21.5mm Toughened Laminate300m2 17.5mm screen printed Toughened Laminate100m2 back painted 17.5 Toughened Laminate

When leading YouTuber Tim Burton, known to his millions of subscribers as Shmee150, first saw ESG Switchable™ glass in action at the HR Owen Ferrari showroom in Brompton Road, London, he knew that he wanted to use our product in creating his amazing new motorsport museum, ‘The Shmuseum’.ESG Switchable™, which Tim describes as ‘magical’, allows him to usher visitors into the Shmuseum’s lounge, without glimpsing the treasures beyond its glass walls. And it’s a veritable treasure trove of all things motorsport, created by Tim in a former farm milking parlour.The Shmuseum’s ‘grandstand’ has been partitioned off from the main showroom using ESG products, using our Tufflam™ to create office space and a viewing gallery on the upper floor, and ESG Switchable™ for the ground floor lounge, screening the workshop area, main showroom and Halo display bay, where an F1 car currently resides.Tim is clearly making the most of the properties of our ESG Switchable™, using it not only to facilitate the grand reveal of his unique collection to visitors, but also, in its opaque form, as a giant screen for watching videos and live races, making presentations and entertaining sponsors and other VIPs.Switchable glass is created by laminating two panes of glass together with an LCD interlayer between them. This highly technical interlayer carries a small LCD current. When switched on, the current causes liquid crystals within the interlayer to align to allow light to pass through, making the pane optically clear. When the current is switched off, the liquid crystals return to a random pattern causing the glass to revert to its opaque state. The current can be operated using a simple push button, or as at the Shmuseum, operated by smart technology via a phone or tablet.We greatly enjoyed providing our glass for such an enthusiast of its properties, and have been amazed at the progress and all the innovative features used in the creation of the Shmuseum.