Acorn wins contract for Rockingham Gateway project

Acorn Aluminium has secured a new contract to deliver aluminium glazing systems for a major new logistics development in Corby.

Due to start in June 2025, Rockingham Gateway will comprise a large-scale office and warehouse space designed by pHp Architects . Delivered by main contractor, VolkerFitzpatrick Ltd , on behalf of Mulberry Commercial Developments, the project will incorporate standard performance glazing, as well as a canopy and automatic entrance systems.

Acorn is responsible for the full design, manufacture, and installation of development’s façade elements. This includes 600m² of aluminium systems, with 200m² of curtain walling using Senior Architectural Systems’ SPW600 and SF52 profiles.

Paul Stevens, Managing Director, Acorn Aluminium, said: “We are delighted to have won this major logistics contract for Rockingham Gateway.

“Having established a great working relationship with our long-standing partners, VolkerFitzpatrick and Mulberry, we are fully confident in our ability to deliver the high-quality, end-to-end solution that a project of this kind requires.”

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The Senior SF52 curtain walling and SPW600 window systems specified bring a host of benefits to the scheme, including outstanding thermal and security performance.

With slim sightlines of just 52mm to maximise natural light, combined with thermal performance properties that exceed current building regulations, SF52 is fully CWCT and EN13830 weather tested. The flexible and versatile curtain walling system is also 100% recyclable with a life expectancy of more than 40 years, adding to its sustainability credentials.

SPW600 is a three chamber, 75mm polyamide thermally broken aluminium window system offering a wide variety of window styles. Available in single or dual colour, this robust system is Secured by Design accredited for added peace of mind.

“Rockingham Gateway will generate significant investment in North Northamptonshire, creating several hundred new jobs in the local area, and we’re proud to play our part in its delivery,” added Paul.

“The repeat custom we continue to gain holds testament to our unblemished track record for precision, reliability and seamless project delivery across the design, fabrication and installation process. We look forward to commencing work on-site for this scheme and applying our commercial aluminium glazing systems expertise to similar schemes in the future.”


For more about Acorn Aluminium, please call 0115 928 2166, email [email protected], or visit www.acornaluminium.com.

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