Access Solutions for Commercial and Office Buildings
Fire-rated, acoustic-rated, and large-format access panels, riser doors, and loft hatches for offices, towers, and mixed-use commercial developments, where performance, programme, and finish quality all matter.
What access solutions are required in commercial buildings?
Commercial buildings require access products that maintain fire compartmentation across multi-storey layouts, deliver acoustic separation between tenancies and floor plates, accommodate large-format openings for plant and services, and integrate cleanly with high-specification finishes. From Cat A shell-and-core to Cat B fit-out, access solutions must be specified early, delivered on programme, and backed by documentation that satisfies both Building Control and tenant requirements.
Why Commercial Projects Need Specialist Access Solutions
Commercial buildings are defined by scale, complexity, and programme pressure. Multi-storey developments have extensive riser networks, ceiling voids, and service zones that all need compliant access. Acoustic separation between tenancies, floors, and plant rooms is a commercial requirement as much as a regulatory one. And the finish standard in tenant-facing areas demands products that integrate seamlessly rather than look like afterthoughts.
Large schedules with mixed specifications, phased delivery across multiple floors, and tight construction programmes mean the supply chain has to be responsive. A manufacturer that can handle standard and bespoke requirements from the same production line, with predictable lead times, removes a significant risk from the programme.
What We Provide for Commercial Projects
Fire Compartmentation at Scale
Access panels and riser doors rated up to 120 minutes, tested to BS EN 1634-1. We supply against large schedules with mixed fire ratings across floors, risers, corridors, and service zones, all from one manufacturer.
Acoustic Separation
Panels rated up to 48dB for acoustic separation between tenancies, floors, plant rooms, and corridors. Supporting both Building Regulation Part E and commercial tenant requirements.
Large-Format Solutions
Oversized access panels and riser doors for major plant rooms, service risers, and equipment access. Bespoke sizing manufactured to your schedule dimensions.
High-Specification Finishes
Metal-faced panels for utility areas, plasterboard-faced for seamless wall and ceiling integration, and tile-faced for wet areas and lobbies. Products that match the finish standard of the building.
Schedule Management
Large schedules with multiple specifications, quantities, and delivery phases managed by our team. Project pricing, phased call-offs, and coordination with distribution partners to match your construction programme.
Full Documentation
Datasheets, fire test certificates, acoustic test reports, NBS specifications, BIM objects, and quality checklists. Complete packs for Building Control, landlord, and tenant approval.
Products Commonly Specified for Commercial
Access Panels
Fire-rated and acoustic-rated panels for ceiling voids, wall access, and service zones across multi-storey offices and commercial developments.
Riser Doors
Fire-rated riser access for corridors, stairwells, and service cores. Large-format options for major service risers.
Loft Hatches
Insulated and fire-rated roof access for plant rooms and maintenance areas, meeting Part B and Part L requirements.
Meter Overboxes
Secure access to meters and service points in communal areas, basements, and back-of-house zones.
Commercial Compliance at a Glance
Building Regulations Part B
Fire compartmentation across floors, risers, corridors, and service zones. Products tested to BS EN 1634-1 with ratings up to 120 minutes.
Building Regulations Part E
Acoustic separation between tenancies, floors, and plant areas. Independently tested panels up to 48dB.
Building Regulations Part L
Thermal performance for access points in the building envelope. Insulated and airtight-rated products available.
BREEAM
Products and documentation that support BREEAM credits for responsible sourcing, thermal performance, and acoustic comfort.
Download Our Architects Brochure
Performance data, standard sizes, bespoke capabilities, and certification details. The complete reference for specifying Rapid Access products on commercial projects.
Working on a Commercial Development?
From single-floor fit-outs to multi-storey towers, our technical team provides specification support, large schedule pricing, and full documentation. Send us your project details.