PERI UK has launched a new visitor programme at its Essex headquarters aimed at helping contractors and project teams assess formwork, scaffolding and digital construction solutions before they are deployed on site.
The Brentwood Experience has been developed to provide practical demonstrations of construction systems alongside access to technical specialists, engineering teams and operational support functions.
The initiative builds on PERI UK’s existing 600sqm showroom and training facility, which opened in 2021, and offers half-day and full-day visits tailored to the requirements of individual projects.
Programme designed to support project planning
As construction projects become increasingly complex, contractors are placing greater emphasis on understanding how products and systems will perform in live project environments and the support available throughout delivery.
Visitors to the Brentwood facility can explore full-scale formwork and scaffolding systems, accessories and digital construction technologies while discussing project-specific requirements with PERI specialists. Visits can also include sessions focused on specialist areas such as climbing systems and tunnelling.
Mark Addison, Site Supervisor at PERI UK, said: “Contractors want to understand how a solution will function on their project, what support is available, and what they need to consider before work starts.
“The Brentwood Experience gives people time to ask detailed questions, see systems up close, and have conversations with the specialists who support projects every day.”
Operational processes included in visitor programme
A key part of the programme is access to PERI UK’s operational yard, where visitors can see how equipment is inspected, maintained, prepared and dispatched for construction projects.
The company said the aim is to provide greater visibility into the engineering, logistics and operational processes that support project delivery, alongside the products themselves.
Addison added: “For many visitors, seeing the operational side of the business is just as valuable as seeing the systems themselves.
“It helps them understand what sits behind the products – from engineering and technical support through to logistics, training, and site services.”
Training and technical support
The Brentwood facility also supports PERI UK’s accredited training activities, giving contractors and project teams the opportunity to understand the practical support available when using modern formwork and scaffolding systems.
Alongside product demonstrations, visitors can meet members of the company’s engineering, training and field services teams to discuss project-specific challenges.
Merve Ozgul, Design Engineer at Apex Core Engineering, said: “It was really helpful and gave us a much better understanding of the PERI system.”
Ozgul added that the opportunity to explore systems first-hand and speak directly with technical staff and senior leaders was a valuable aspect of the visit.
Audric Rivaud, Project Manager at Joseph Gallagher, said: “I felt the experience added real value and I’ll be encouraging more colleagues to visit so they can benefit in the same way.”
Supporting informed construction decisions
The launch of the Brentwood Experience reflects a wider trend across the construction sector towards early collaboration between manufacturers, contractors and project teams, particularly as projects become more technically demanding and increasingly reliant on integrated construction systems.
By combining product demonstrations with engineering expertise, logistics insight and training support, the programme aims to give contractors a clearer understanding of how systems can be integrated into project delivery before work begins.
