Design & Compliance
Supporting the development of safe and efficient solutions
MTC’s Design & Compliance offering ensures that every aspect of your building envelope is meticulously evaluated and aligned with both regulatory and performance standards. By reviewing architectural and technical documentation, assessing compliance with current building regulations/best practice and developing detailed specifications, provides clarity and confidence pre-construction.
Design Validation
Scrutinising architectural and technical documentation, ensuring that envelope designs meet all relevant regulatory and performance requirements. Detailed examinations of drawings, specifications and calculations verify that the proposed solutions are a blend of feasible, cost effective and compliant prior to construction. By confirming buildability and integration with other building systems early in the process, potential issues can be addressed proactively, helping to minimise costly revisions later in the project.
Compliance Validation
Designs and installations are evaluated against current building regulations and industry standards, ensuring that every aspect aligns with statutory obligations and technical guidelines. This thorough examination not only confirms adherence to legal requirements but also identifies areas where enhancements may be needed to exceed baseline performance standards. Such comprehensive reviews provide a clear assurance that both design intent and execution comply with all relevant regulations, thereby reducing the risk of future non-compliance.
Specification Writing
Preparation of detailed specifications defines material quality, installation methods and performance criteria to guide contractors throughout the project. Clear and comprehensive documentation is developed, outlining exact requirements for materials, tolerances, and testing protocols. These documents serve as an authoritative reference during construction, ensuring that work is executed consistently to meet both technical standards and regulatory benchmarks, while reducing ambiguity and potential errors.
Tender Management & Review
Oversight during the tender process ensures that submitted bids satisfy the technical, commercial and quality criteria outlined in the project brief. Each bid is carefully evaluated for its compliance with the established requirements, with a detailed comparison of contractor capabilities, cost structures, and proposed methodologies. This process assists clients in selecting the most competent and cost-effective contractor, ensuring that the chosen partner can deliver value and quality while managing risks effectively throughout the project.
Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEW to PAS9980)
Focusing on fire safety, this evaluation examines external wall systems in accordance with PAS9980 methodologies. Often conducted in conjuncti9on with intrusive investigations, a systematic analysis of fire performance, material properties and system design is undertaken to identify life safety risks and vulnerabilities. We can also include commercial advice in addition to the strict guidance of PAS9980.
Sustainability Reviews
Reviews are conducted to consider material sustainability, energy efficiency and long‐term performance, guiding clients towards environmentally responsible and resource-efficient solutions. This analysis evaluates the environmental impact across the lifecycle of building envelope systems, taking into account both current sustainability standards and future regulatory developments. Recommendations are provided that help reduce the ecological footprint and enhance overall operational efficiency, ensuring that envelope solutions are both green and economically viable.