Case Study
Bike Shelter Glazing Panel Replacement – Teesside NHS Trust
Project Overview
Teesside NHS Trust contacted Tamstar after concerns were raised about ageing and damaged glazing panels on several existing cycle shelters across hospital sites in Middlesbrough and York. Over time, exposure to weather and regular use had caused deterioration in the original glazing, reducing protection and creating potential safety concerns for staff, patients, and visitors.
The objective of the project was to replace the existing glazing panels with durable, UV-resistant polycarbonate panels that would restore weather protection, improve safety, and extend the life of the shelters without requiring full structural replacement.
Tamstar carried out a full site survey and delivered a tailored refurbishment solution. The project was completed quickly and carefully to ensure that hospital operations and patient access routes remained fully operational throughout the installation.
Client Overview
Client Name: Teesside NHS Trust
Sector/Industry: Healthcare
Location: Middlesbrough & York, UK
Type of Site: Hospital campus with high daily patient, staff, and visitors
Relevant Context: Healthcare environments require reliable infrastructure and well-maintained outdoor facilities to support staff, visitors, and patients. NHS hospital sites are busy operational environments where safety, compliance, and minimal disruption are essential. The shelters on site provide important weather protection for cycle parking and pedestrian areas used throughout the day.
Hospitals such as those within the Teesside region serve large communities and provide a wide range of specialist services, meaning site infrastructure must always remain safe and operational.
Over time, the existing glazing panels across several shelters had begun to show signs of deterioration, including cracking, ageing, and missing sections.
This created several challenges:
• Cracked, aged, or missing glazing panels presented potential safety risks
• Reduced protection from rain, wind, and UV exposure
• Increased safeguarding and maintenance concerns
• The need to carry out works in a live healthcare environment
• Careful planning required to avoid disruption to patients, visitors, and staff
Because the shelters were located within active hospital areas, the work needed to be carried out quickly, safely, and with minimal disruption to clinical services.
The NHS facilities team required a refurbishment solution that would:
• Replace damaged glazing panels with durable, long-lasting materials
• Restore weather protection across the shelters
• Improve safety in external hospital areas
• Extend the lifespan of the existing shelter structures
• Reduce ongoing maintenance requirements
• Ensure all works were completed without disrupting hospital operations
Tamstar conducted a comprehensive site assessment to evaluate the existing shelter frames and identify the most effective refurbishment approach.
Based on the findings, we delivered a tailored solution that included:
• Installation of UV-resistant polycarbonate glazing panels
• Impact-resistant materials designed for long-term durability
• Precision fitting to existing shelter frames
• Controlled installation methods suitable for healthcare environments
All works were carefully scheduled around hospital operations to ensure minimal disruption to patients, visitors, and staff.
The project was completed efficiently within a tightly managed programme while maintaining full compliance with NHS site requirements.
The Results
The completed refurbishment significantly improved the condition, safety, and functionality of the cycle shelters across the site.
Key results included:
Improved weather protection for patients, visitors, and staff
Enhanced safety across external hospital areas
Extended service life of the existing shelter structures
Reduced ongoing maintenance requirements
No disruption to clinical services or patient access routes
By refurbishing the existing shelters rather than replacing them, the NHS Trust was able to achieve a cost-effective upgrade while maintaining continuity across the site.
The transformation clearly demonstrates the benefits of replacing ageing glazing panels with modern polycarbonate materials. The new panels provide improved clarity, durability, and weather resistance while maintaining the existing shelter framework.
Before
After
“I was absolutely over the moon with the end result from Fix My Shelter. Communication was clear throughout, the work was completed quickly to a high standard, and the process was smooth from start to finish. We would gladly work with them again.”
• Shelter Glazing Panel Replacement
• Healthcare Shelter Refurbishment
• Polycarbonate Panel Installation
• Shelter Maintenance & Upgrades
Project Summary
| Client | Teesside NHS Trust |
| Location | Middlesborough & York |
| Sector | Healthcare |
| Project Type | Bike Shelter Glazing Panel Replacement |
| Disruption Level | Minimal |
| Project Duration | 2 Days |
| Completion On Time? | Yes |
Results at a Glance
- Shelter refurbishment extended the lifespan of existing infrastructure
- Hospital users now benefit from safer and more reliable shelter coverage
- Works were delivered quickly with no impact on healthcare services
- Refurbishment provided a cost-effective alternative to full shelter replacement
Why Refurbishment Instead of Replacement?
Refurbishing existing shelter frames:
- Improves appearance and usability without full replacement
- Reduces overall project costs
- Extends the lifespan of existing assets
- Minimises environmental impact and waste
- Avoids unnecessary groundwork and replacement works
- Provides faster project turnaround
Need to Repair or Refurbish Your Shelter?
If your organisation has ageing or damaged shelter glazing panels, Fix My Shelter provides fast, reliable refurbishment services that restore safety, protection, and appearance without the cost of full replacement.
Contact our team today for a free site assessment and quotation.