Falkirk Tower Blocks

Project info

Client

Falkirk Council

Value

-

Year

1991-2014

Loaction

Falkirk

Architect

Falkirk Council

contractor

Introduction

A Testament to Longevity & Durability.

In the heart of Falkirk, thirteen tower blocks stand as enduring symbols of quality and longevity.

Originally built between 1966 and 1972, these towers house 373 two-apartment homes and 745 three-apartment homes. Over the decades, these apartments have been continually modernised and upgraded, reflecting the evolving needs of their residents and advancements in building technologies.

The project

Minimal maintenance and almost no callbacks.

A significant wave of renovations swept through these buildings between 1991 and 2014, bringing new bathrooms, kitchens, and exterior cladding to every unit. However, the installation of NorDan StormGuard windows between 1997 and 1999 proved to be a cornerstone of this transformation.

And after nearly three decades, the NorDan StormGuard windows in these tower blocks are still in perfect condition, requiring only minimal maintenance and with almost no callbacks. This remarkable performance is a testament to their superior design and durability, especially considering the challenging Scottish climate they endure, with its frequent rain, strong winds, and varying temperatures.

Collaboration with Falkirk Council

A low-maintenance solution

NorDan’s commitment to quality is further highlighted by its current collaboration with Falkirk Council on a groundbreaking retrofit project.

This ambitious initiative aims to upgrade over 5,500 social homes, making it the largest of its kind in Scotland’s housing history. NorDan is supplying windows to Sidey and DCL Joinery, which are responsible for the installation.

Interestingly, the only properties exempt from this extensive upgrade are the tower blocks fitted with NorDan StormGuard windows in the late 1990s. The enduring performance of these windows has rendered replacement unnecessary, a clear testament to their exceptional resilience and the foresight of the original investment.

The continued excellence of NorDan StormGuard windows in Falkirk’s tower blocks is a powerful endorsement of NorDan’s products. Their ability to provide enduring quality and low-maintenance solutions offers a compelling case for choosing NorDan in future projects. The Falkirk tower blocks are not just buildings; they are enduring examples of how NorDan’s windows can stand the test of time, providing comfort and reliability for nearly 30 years and counting.