Brett Martin Complete Two Major Stadium Roofing Projects
The world leading plastics manufacturer provided high performance, transparent polycarbonate roofing for refurbishments at Arsenal’s stadium as well as for the impressive new Everton ground at Bramley Moore Dock.
The Emirates, a £390 million, 60,000 seat ground for which Brett Martin provided the roofing when it was originally built, was recently renovated, with the company delighted to continue working with the leading building envelope specialist, TSL on the project. As part of the roof refurbishment, the crucial light emitting roofing was replaced, and Brett Martin was again chosen as the preferred supplier. A total of 7,827 square meters of Brett Martin’s Marlon CS and Marlon FSX polycarbonate sheets were installed to refurbish the entire roof of the stadium. The material was used due to its exceptional strength, impact resistance, and weathering durability, combined with high optical clarity and light transmission. The rooflights, which cover and illuminate a large section of the stadium, provide 88% transmission of diffused natural light.
The incorporation of the lightweight rooflight materials play a vital role in the design of sports stadiums, allowing natural daylight to illuminate the pitch. This is essential for promoting healthy grass growth and maintaining a visually appealing playing surface. The diffused daylight from the Marlon corrugated sheets also enhances the appearance and atmosphere for spectators, creating a brighter and more enjoyable environment to comfortably watch the match.
The project at Everton’s Bramley Moore Dock involved covering 6,000sq metres of the stadium roof with the specialist polycarbonate material, helping to ensure a high quality surface. Whilst floodlights are essential for many sports venues, minimising reliance on artificial lighting can also positively impact the stadium’s energy bill. With the roof now complete, works on Everton’s stadium as a whole are due to be finished soon. The club are set to move to the greatly‑anticipated stadium for the start of next season.
Brett Martin is the UK market leader in this specialist sector and has therefore completed a wide range of Premier League club projects. These leading football clubs need a high quality playing surface and through significant R&D, Brett Martin has developed a product that meets the needs of stadia roofing in terms of strength, durability and the ability to emit sunlight to the pitch.
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