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Large conical steel planters for Imperial College campus
IOTA was commissioned to supply 12 conical steel planters for Imperial College West. The planters were constructed from 5.0mm mild steel, zinc-primed and polyester powder coated in Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016). Each planter measures 2100mm diameter and 1150mm high
Imperial College West is a new innovative and integrated campus located at the centre of the major White City regeneration masterplan. IOTA’s planters feature in the external works package for the area surrounding one of the campus’ new flagship buildings - the Michael Uren Biomedical Engineering Research Hub.
Requirement
IOTA was commissioned to supply statement steel planters for Imperial College West – a new innovative and integrated campus located at the centre of the major White City regeneration masterplan.
Solution
A total of 12 large conical planters were supplied, each measuring 2100mm diameter and 1150mm high, with an unusual extra-wide feature rim. The planters were constructed from 5.0mm mild steel, zinc-primed, and polyester powder coated to RAL 7016 (Anthracite Grey). The planters were also designed to be movable by fork lift, via stainless steel-lined slots in the base. Ultra heavy-duty adjustable feet were also included in the design, each with SWL 1000kg.
