Morrison relies on quick steel erection

Elland Steel Structures has erected more than 800t of hot and cold rolled steelwork for a new Wm Morrison Supermarkets freezer warehouse and distribution centre in Corby.

The structure consists of approximately 137,000ft² of ground floor space, with an additional 18,000ft² of offices, and an overall maximum height of 13m.

Bob Thorpe, Managing Director of Elland Steel said: “We had an eleven week lead-in period before commencing on site and then completed the steel erection in a speedy eight weeks.

“We have been associated with Morrisons for more than 20 years providing steelwork for new stores, distribution warehouses and retail outlets throughout the UK.”