Evac+Chair installed to improve fire safety at premium office space in Birmingham

Evac+Chair, the original manufacturer and global leader in evacuation chairs, has helped 10X by Spacemade – a flexible office space in Birmingham – strengthen its emergency evacuation provision.

Established in 1982, Evac+Chair is a trusted leader in emergency evacuation solutions, dedicated to providing those with impaired mobility a safe, dignified and quick means of evacuation and transfer. Having helped organisations create safer and more inclusive environments for over four decades, Evac+Chair is trusted and relied upon in emergency situations to assist in saving people’s lives.

Having opened its doors to businesses in Birmingham in 2023, 10X by Spacemade offers a range of private offices and flexible co-working spaces, as well as a versatile events space, meeting rooms, a fully equipped gym, a bouldering wall, and a rooftop terrace for occupants to enjoy.

Working closely with Evac+Chair, the flexible office space has now installed a dedicated Evac+Chair 300H into its Brindley Place site – being a light, strong and easy to use evacuation solution ideal for commercial settings.

Claire Blakemore, managing director of Evac+Chair, explained: “It’s vital that everyone has access to a safe means of evacuation in an emergency at work, and we’re pleased to see that the team at Spacemade share our commitment to inclusivity.

“The Evac+Chair 300H can be easily used by a single operator, making it the ideal choice for offices and commercial spaces. Not only can this model be used for evacuation purposes, but it can also in the event of lift failures or health emergencies too. Keeping people safe should be the top priority for all employers, and we’re looking forward to seeing Evac+Chair in even more office spaces in Birmingham and throughout the UK.”

Becky Thorn, senior community manager at 10X by Spacemade said: “Our 10X community is growing by the day and is home to so many diverse members with different needs. The safety of our members always comes first, so installing an Evac+Chair was the next step in our commitment to safety for everyone.

“The chair has given us peace of mind that in the event of an emergency, those members who need assistance can be evacuated safely and promptly.”

Part of the Allvida Group since 2022, Evac+Chair continues to innovate in the field of life safety and inclusive mobility, developing solutions that respond to the needs of an increasingly diverse and urbanised global population.

With a presence in over 70 countries worldwide, Evac+Chair operates to the highest Quality Management Standards affirmed by its accreditations in ISO 9001 and ISO 13485. 

Currently home to 74 businesses, 10X by Spacemade sits in the heart of Birmingham’s Brindleyplace, a vibrant part of the city’s business and hospitality scene.