M&S Simply food Brighton Train Station
Discover how M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station partnered with Chequer Plate Direct to enhance safety with durable chequer plates and corner guards.
Case Study: M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station Enhances Safety with Chequer Plate Direct
Company Overview: M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station is a convenience store located within the Brighton Train Station in Brighton, UK. As part of the well-known Marks & Spencer retail chain, the store offers a wide range of high-quality food products and essentials to commuters and travelers.
The Challenge: Operating a store in a busy train station environment presents unique challenges in terms of safety and maintenance. M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station recognized the need to install durable and slip-resistant flooring solutions in specific areas of the store to ensure the safety of both customers and employees.
The Solution: To address their safety requirements, M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station collaborated with Chequer Plate Direct, a trusted supplier of high-quality chequer plate products. Chequer Plate Direct provided the store with custom-sized aluminium chequer plate sheets and corner guards to be installed in designated areas.
On July 12, 2024, M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station placed an order through Harvey Shopfitters Ltd for the following products:
- 17 custom-sized aluminium chequer plate sheets (1.5mm thick) ranging from 100mm to 2499mm in length and 1000mm in width
- 8 aluminium corner guards (50mm x 50mm x 1000mm, 2mm thick)
The chequer plate sheets were carefully selected to cover specific areas of the store floor, such as high-traffic zones and areas prone to spills, providing a durable and slip-resistant surface. The corner guards were chosen to protect vulnerable edges and corners from damage caused by shopping carts, trolleys, and general wear and tear.
The Result: By installing the aluminium chequer plate sheets and corner guards supplied by Chequer Plate Direct, M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station significantly improved the safety and durability of their store floor. The chequer plate surfaces offer excellent traction, reducing the risk of slips and falls, especially in areas exposed to moisture or spills.
The custom sizing of the chequer plate sheets allowed for a precise fit in the designated areas, ensuring maximum coverage and effectiveness. The 1.5mm thickness of the sheets provides sufficient strength and durability to withstand the heavy foot traffic and rolling loads typical of a busy train station store.
The installation of the corner guards added an extra layer of protection, preventing damage to the edges and corners of shelving units and walls. This not only enhances safety by reducing the risk of sharp edges but also maintains the store’s professional appearance.
M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station’s proactive approach to store safety demonstrates their commitment to the well-being of their customers and employees. By partnering with Chequer Plate Direct, they have taken a significant step towards creating a safer shopping environment, reinforcing their reputation as a responsible and customer-centric retailer.
Throughout the collaboration, Chequer Plate Direct showcased their expertise in providing tailored solutions to meet M&S Simply Food Brighton Train Station’s specific safety needs. The successful implementation of the chequer plate sheets and corner guards has not only improved safety but also contributed to the overall efficiency and aesthetics of the store.