Danzas AEI Intercontinental, a leader in global logistics, required a dedicated pharmaceutical storage unit within its 140,000-square-foot UK Airfreight Hub at Heathrow. As the largest air freight facility in the area, it also serves as a key gateway for ocean cargo.

The company needed to design a stand-alone, temperature-controlled area within its warehouse, maintaining strict climate conditions between 18-25°C to comply with pharmaceutical storage regulations. Additionally, they sought a cost-effective and flexible alternative to solid walls that could adapt to future operational needs.

The Solution

After evaluating several options, Danzas AEI Intercontinental awarded the contract to Galebreaker, selecting the Flexipart partitioning system to create the controlled environment. Flexipart is a strong, reinforced fabric partitioning system that is self-supporting and more economical to install than solid structures.

Key advantages of Flexipart include:

• Scalability – The system can be expanded or reduced as storage requirements change.
• Energy Efficiency – The partition helps reduce heat loss and minimise energy wastage, supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Unlimited Size Potential – The system can be designed to any required dimensions, making it ideal for large-scale applications.
• Cost-Effectiveness – More affordable than traditional construction while offering high performance and durability.

To ensure seamless operations, Galebreaker also installed:

• Five rapid-rise doors to allow fast and efficient traffic flow while preserving temperature control.
• Swipe-card access pedestrian doors for enhanced security.
• 2.5-meter-high steel partitioning at the base, customised in Danzas AEI Intercontinental’s corporate colours.

The Results

Galebreaker had just eight weeks to construct, install, and commission the system, successfully meeting the deadline.

Bob Bray, UK Transport & Warehouse Manager at Danzas AEI Intercontinental, praised the partnership:

“One reason for choosing Galebreaker was the exacting time scales. They worked closely with us, and we achieved the critical completion dates. We are very happy with the outcome, and our customers are very pleased with the new facility.”

The new pharmaceutical storage unit at the Hayes facility is not only high-quality and visually appealing but also provides a secure, controlled environment that enables Danzas AEI Intercontinental to deliver efficient and reliable service to their customers.

Conclusion

By implementing Galebreaker’s flexible partitioning system, Danzas AEI Intercontinental successfully created a temperature-controlled, scalable, and cost-effective solution for pharmaceutical storage. The project highlights Galebreaker’s expertise in delivering innovative industrial screening solutions on time and within budget.