As part of preparation works for the unveiling of a new sculptural bronze arch at Chester Cathedral for the queens jubilee, MGF’s Structural Support team collaborated closely with contractor CB Arts to ensure a safe and effective solution to install the permanent artwork.
Designed by artist Stephen Broadbent as part of the exciting ‘Pilgrim Porch’ project, the bronze arch features ceremonial etched glass doors and will now remain open to the city.
This gave visitors the opportunity to step into the porch and the opportunity to experience the cathedral’s mediaeval interior.
Chester Cathedral Pilgrim Porch
CB Arts Ltd with Bleasdale Wand
Easily assembled lifting gantry support towers in a sensitive grade 1 listed building
MGF’s UniShore Light modular propping system was an ideal solution for this project. This was used in combination with our UniShore tension bracing system. This was used to brace the towers and create a lifting gantry. This provided support to the lifting beams that were used to move the arch from a horizontal to vertical position and then into its permanent position.
The arch was constructed from bronze, so it was essential that extra care was taken whilst moving it through the existing west door. This was important as it was a Grade 1 listed building.
The cathedral has historic stone features that needed to be protected in and around the area as works took place.
This UniShore system has the benefit of being lightweight. This meant that the components could be easily built up by hand once inside the cathedral.
MGF were successful in providing a stable support solution that allowed the fragile installation works of the permanent sculpture to take place and be completed in time for the opening, which was part of Queens Jubilee celebrations.
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