Raigmore Hospital

The primary challenge was the logistical complexity of working within an existing concrete chimney. In phase one, the team had to perform a "top-down" installation, hoisting 1000mm pipe sections through narrow central access openings. Additionally, engineers had to navigate 45° rolling offsets for horizontal runs and execute precise 90° transitions to exit the Energy Centre, all while ensuring the new components integrated perfectly with the site's established architectural layout.

Schiedel utilized a "push-fit" male-spigot and female-socket design with external locking bands to simplify and accelerate the assembly process. We engineered bespoke flanged adaptors for the Viessmann boilers and biomass cyclones to ensure airtight connections. Stability was provided by support plates secured to mesh flooring at every platform, while external sections were finished in matt black paint to ensure aesthetic continuity with the hospital’s existing flue liners.

Raigmore Hospital is a major healthcare facility that required a significant upgrade to its heating infrastructure to improve efficiency and sustainability. As a high-occupancy medical environment, the hospital demanded a heating solution that could operate reliably around the clock. Schiedel was chosen for our ability to manage complex, multi-phase installations within existing structures while maintaining the strict safety standards required for public health buildings.