Top Fix Guardrail Installation for University in Sligo

The Client

Skyway was engaged to deliver a roof safety solution for a large higher education institution in Sligo, one of the leading technological universities in Ireland. The university supports thousands of students and offers a wide range of academic programmes, making it a key hub for education, research, and regional development.

As part of an ongoing campus expansion programme, the university was developing a new building to support future growth. Ensuring safe and compliant access to roof areas was a critical requirement to support long-term maintenance and operational needs across the facility.

The project was delivered in collaboration with a main contractor, responsible for overseeing the construction and ensuring the successful delivery of the new building.

Top Fix Guardrail Installation for University in Sligo - Skyway Case Study

The Brief

As part of the new building development, a tender was issued for the installation of a Top Fix guardrail system. The aim was to support a wider collective protection strategy, ensuring that all roof areas could be accessed safely by maintenance and facilities teams.

The scope of works included:

Installation of a Top Fix guardrail system to provide permanent edge protection.
Installation of a Kee Walk system to create safe, designated access routes across the roof.

The system needed to be fully compliant with current working-at-height regulations while also being durable, low-maintenance, and suitable for a busy university environment.

Through early engagement and a strong working relationship with the project team, Skyway was able to support the specification of the guardrail system. After submitting a detailed and competitive proposal, Skyway was awarded the sub-contract for the installation of both the guardrail and walkway systems.

The Solution

Design and Specification Support

Skyway played a key role in supporting the design and specification stage of the project. By working closely with the contractor and project stakeholders, Skyway ensured that the most suitable safety system was selected from the outset.

This early involvement helped streamline the design process, saving time while ensuring full compliance with safety standards and project requirements.

Guardrail and Walkway Installation

The final solution included the installation of:

Top Fix guardrail systems to provide permanent collective edge protection around the roof perimeter.
Kee Walk systems to establish safe and clearly defined access routes across the roof.

The Top Fix system was chosen for its strength and reliability, offering long-term fall protection in a permanent installation. The Kee Walk system complemented this by allowing maintenance personnel to move safely between access points without risk.

Project Coordination and Delivery

Skyway coordinated closely with supply partners to ensure that all materials were delivered on time and in line with the project schedule.

With internal design and installation teams managing the works, Skyway maintained full quality control throughout the project. The installation was completed efficiently and in accordance with all relevant safety regulations, supporting the overall construction timeline.

The Outcome

The completed installation delivered a fully compliant, durable, and future-proof roof safety system for the new university building.

Key Benefits

Enhanced Safety – The guardrail system provides permanent collective edge protection, significantly reducing the risk of falls for anyone working at height.

Improved Access – The Kee Walk system ensures safe and clearly defined routes across the roof, enabling maintenance teams to work efficiently and safely.

Streamlined Design Process – By supporting the specification stage, Skyway helped reduce design time and ensured the most appropriate solution was implemented from the outset.

Long-Term Cost Savings – The durable, low-maintenance systems installed will reduce future inspection and maintenance costs, delivering strong long-term value.

Strong Ongoing Collaboration – The success of the project has strengthened Skyway’s working relationship with the contractor, supporting continued collaboration on future developments.

Conclusion

This project demonstrates Skyway’s ability to deliver high-quality, compliant working-at-height solutions for large-scale educational developments. By combining technical expertise with early collaboration and efficient project delivery, Skyway ensured the final system met both immediate construction needs and long-term operational requirements.

From initial design support through to installation and certification, Skyway provided a complete end-to-end solution tailored to the demands of a modern university environment.

If your organisation is planning a new development or upgrading its safety systems, Skyway can help design and deliver a compliant, future-proof solution.

Contact Skyway today to arrange a site survey and discover how we can deliver a higher level of safety for your project.

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Skyway installed a Top Fix guardrail and Kee Walk system at a university facility, improving roof safety, compliance, and maintenance access.

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