Core Facility Services has successfully delivered state-of-the-art IT infrastructure for the car parks at Animate, a brand-new £45 million cinema and leisure complex in Preston city centre.
The project, carried out in partnership with Sanderson Weatherall and Preston City Council, ensures a secure, reliable, and future-proof network to support Animate’s car park payment systems.
A Collaborative Approach to IT Infrastructure
Core has worked with Sanderson Weatherall for many years, providing utilities management, sustainability consultancy, and IT services across their property portfolios. For this project, Core’s IT team played a key role in designing, planning, and installing essential network systems for Animate’s car park facilities.
The scope of work included:
- Firewalls for enhanced security and stable connectivity
- Network access points to ensure seamless wireless coverage
- Data cabinets for efficient infrastructure management
- Starlink backup internet to maintain uninterrupted payment system operations
Ensuring Seamless Operations
This project required close collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including tenants within the leisure complex, Preston City Council, and Accept Cards, the merchant account provider for the car park payment systems.
With multiple facilities providers involved, clear communication and careful planning were crucial to ensuring a smooth installation process. Core also implemented redundant backup systems, guaranteeing that the overall infrastructure remains fully operational, even in the event of a system failure.
Client Feedback
Peter Hutton from Sanderson Weatherall praised Core’s approach:
“Core reacted to the brief with a genuine understanding of our needs and exceeded expectations. They went above and beyond what was required and came up with alternative solutions that would enhance the overall performance, efficiency, and resilience of our IT infrastructure. We were particularly impressed with the way they liaised closely with multiple providers in the supply chain to troubleshoot issues during installation of the payment system and with all stakeholders throughout project delivery. Core’s IT team are experts in their field, and we knew this complex, high-value project was in safe hands.”
Future-Proofing IT Solutions
This successful project highlights Core’s expertise in delivering high-performance IT solutions for complex, multi-user environments. By focusing on security, resilience, and efficiency, Core ensures that businesses and public spaces are equipped with reliable and scalable IT infrastructure.
To learn more about how Core can support your business with IT infrastructure, utilities management, and sustainability services, get in touch today. Call our team on 01422 880180.
