High and Safe: height safety at the Zuiderpoort Project in Ghent

At the impressive Zuiderpoort office complex, located on the southern edge of Ghent, High and Safe played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of those working on the roof of this stunning building.

Zuiderpoort: More than just an office building

With over 62,000 m² of office space and 1,366 parking spots, Zuiderpoort offers a combination of modern facilities, excellent accessibility, and a highly visible location near the E40 and E17 highways.

However, Zuiderpoort is more than just an office building. It is a place where work and well-being take center stage, featuring a wide range of services such as a free shuttle bus to Ghent station, public and private parking, flexible office layouts, and relaxation options including a yoga studio and the first Starbucks On the Go in Flanders.

The challenges of working at height at Zuiderpoort

The roof of this 10-story building not only offers breathtaking views but also presents significant safety challenges for those working at height.

Custom fall protection by High and Safe

As specialists in fall protection systems, High and Safe installed advanced edge protection on the roof, ensuring the safety of everyone performing maintenance, cleaning, or other tasks at height.

In addition, High and Safe resolved a long-standing issue of façade accessibility. With a custom monorail system and gondola, they provided an innovative solution that addressed the challenges posed by the building's complex architecture.

The Zuiderpoort project: A successful collaboration

The Zuiderpoort project is a prime example of successful collaboration, thanks to High and Safe's involvement. Their thorough expertise in rooftop fall protection and innovative monorail system for façade access proved essential. The safety solutions they delivered made previously inaccessible parts of the building reachable, with safety as the top priority.

High and Safe stood out with their detailed approach and demonstrated great flexibility during execution.
The complexity of the building required tailor-made solutions, and they delivered exactly what was needed. Their monorail system not only provided the necessary functionality but also enhanced the safety of users on the roof.

Davy Braem, Head of Property Management, Cobelpro