New Papworth Hospital, Cambridge – 5,000m2+ Multi-Phase Construction Screens (2015–2018)
- stephen aluko
- Apr 2
- 3 min read
EcoShrink supported the construction of New Papworth Hospital in Cambridge by installing over 5,000m2 of screening and protective wrap across multiple phases between 2015 and 2018. The scope included atrium screening, roof level protection, internal screens and temporary walkways, helping create cleaner interfaces and reduce weather and debris disruption as the build progressed on a major healthcare project.
Project Summary at a Glance
Project: New Papworth Hospital, Cambridge • Category: Construction Screens (Dust & Weather Screens)
Programme: Multi-phase delivery between 2015–2018
Scale: 5,000m2+ installed across multiple phases
Scope areas: Atriums, roof level, internal screens and temporary walkways
Primary objective: Maintain controlled interfaces and protect work zones during construction sequencing
Milestone: Officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen in 2019
Result: Phased screening protection supporting safer, more predictable working conditions
The Brief 🎯
The project required screening solutions that could be deployed in phases to match a complex hospital construction programme. Screens were needed across multiple internal and roof-level zones to help manage weather exposure, debris and interface control while trades continued working in adjacent areas.
Key Risks and Objectives
Provide phased screening protection aligned to a live construction programme
Create controlled interfaces in large internal spaces (including atriums)
Reduce disruption from debris and exposure across open zones and walkways
Maintain practical movement routes through temporary walkways and screened areas
Deliver consistent quality across multiple zones and phases
Our Method (How EcoShrink Delivered It)
Phased planning across multiple zones
Scoped screens by area (atriums, roof level, internal partitions and walkways).
Sequenced installs to suit programme constraints and access.
Atrium and internal screening
Installed internal screening to create defined boundaries and cleaner interfaces in open internal spaces.
Focused on continuity across edges and corners to reduce gaps.
Roof level protection and exposed interfaces
Installed protective screening/wrap at roof level where exposure conditions required additional control.
Maintained stable detailing to reduce movement and weather paths.
Temporary walkway protection
Installed screening solutions around temporary walkway routes to support safe movement and controlled separation.
Checked interfaces so routes remained practical during ongoing works.
Ongoing checks and phased handovers
Visual checks on continuity, edges and overall presentation at each phase handover.
Maintained consistency as the programme moved between areas over time.
Results and Outcomes ✅
EcoShrink delivered 5,000m2+ of multi-phase screening protection during the hospital build (2015–2018), supporting cleaner interfaces and improved control across key internal and rooflevel areas.
Outcomes (claims-safe, observable):
5,000m2+ of screening installed across multiple phases
Controlled interfaces created in atriums and large internal spaces
Improved protection across exposed roof-level zones
Temporary walkways supported with defined screening boundaries
Consistent delivery across multiple work zones on a major healthcare project
Sustainability and Materials (Claims-safe)
Large phased screening programmes are driven by interface control and programme needs. Endof-life handling depends on contamination levels and the waste routes available through the appointed contractor. Where materials remain clean and segregated, practical recycling options may be improved through local facilities.
Next Steps
If you’re managing a large multi-phase build with complex internal interfaces, EcoShrink can scope screening requirements and propose a method-led approach designed around programme sequencing, access and site interfaces.
FAQ
Why are construction screens useful on hospital builds?
Screens help create controlled interfaces between work zones and adjacent areas, supporting cleaner conditions and more predictable sequencing across complex programmes.
Can screening be installed in phases across multiple areas?
Yes. Screening can be planned and installed in phases to match programme sequencing, including atriums, roof-level interfaces and internal routes.
What information do you need to scope a multi-phase screening package?
Plans or dimensions, photos, target dates, access constraints, key interfaces, and which areas need screening (atriums, roof level, walkways or internal partitions).
