We are proud to have partnered with Liverpool Football Club and key contractors to deliver two state-of-the-art concertina fire curtain systems for the newly extended Anfield Road Stand.

This flagship project was great to be involved in and highlights our ability to provide bespoke, industry-leading fire safety solutions for iconic and historic venues.

Project background

Liverpool Football Club’s expansion of the Anfield Road Stand was designed to accommodate increased capacity, enhancing the matchday experience for fans.

However, the open-plan layout of the concession area in the new stand posed new fire safety challenges.

To ensure compliance with strict fire safety regulations, sufficient fire and smoke compartmentalisation was essential.

Solution

We were appointed by the initial contractor, Buckingham Group, and later Rayner Rowner, to design, manufacture, install, and commission two custom-made concertina fire curtain systems.

The full details of the installed concertina fire curtains were as follows:

• Bespoke dimensions: Each curtain measures 8.5 meters wide, 5.7 meters deep, with a 3.5-meter drop. This design accommodated the rectangular layout of the concession bar, with made-to-measure adjustments for the bar door cut-out.
• Configuration: Closed concertina design forming a complete rectangular orientation, ensuring full compartmentalisation.
• Fire classification: Certified to EN 16034:2014 with a 120-minute (2-hour) integrity rating (E)
• Power System:  Equipped with up to 1-hour battery backups to maintain functionality during power outages. In the event of a prolonged power outage exceeding the battery backup capacity, the systems will deploy under a gravity fail-safe mechanism.