Protecting Public Health Through Smarter Engineering

Public health is at the core of every specialist environment we build. Whether it’s a pharmaceutical facility, healthcare setting, or high-containment cleanroom, the systems that sit behind the walls are just as important as what happens inside them.

At Dalkia, we integrate public health protection into the design from day one, ensuring every project meets the highest standards for hygiene, safety, and environmental responsibility. Here’s how we do it.

Safe and Sanitary Water Systems

Our approach to Boosted Cold Water Services (BCWS) is built around reliability, hygiene, and compliance. We carefully design and route BCWS systems to reduce stagnation, support ease of flushing, and maintain water quality across the entire building, particularly in cleanrooms and labs where contamination control is critical.

Above-Ground Drainage: Preventing Cross-Contamination

Well designed above-ground drainage systems ensure the safe and hygienic removal of wastewater from critical areas. We design drainage layouts to reduce the risk of backflow and blockages, supporting infection prevention and easy maintenance access. All drainage strategies are tailored to the specific needs of the facility, whether it’s a GMP lab, radiopharmaceutical suite, or controlled cleanroom zone.

Rainwater Drainage and Harvesting: Managing Risk, Saving Resources

Rainwater can be both a hazard and a resource. We engineer rainwater drainage systems that efficiently remove surface water from building roofs and grounds, reducing flood risk and structural stress. Where feasible, we also incorporate rainwater harvesting systems, storing and reusing rainwater for non-potable applications like landscaping or toilet flushing. It’s part of our wider commitment to responsible water management and sustainability.

CAT 5 Protection: Stopping Contamination at the Source

In environments where there’s a risk of contaminated water flowing back into the main supply such as labs, healthcare zones, or chemical handling areas Category 5 (CAT 5) backflow protection is required. These systems are carefully designed to isolate high-risk pipework and include features like break tanks, air gaps, and non-return valves to fully protect public water supplies.

Final Thoughts: Building for Public Health and Future Readiness

In every specialist facility we design and build, public health is not an afterthought it’s embedded in our approach. From clean water supply to safe drainage and backflow prevention, Dalkia delivers fully integrated systems that keep people, products, and the wider environment safe.

Why Choose Dalkia Cleanrooms?

Dalkia is a leader in cleanroom and laboratory solutions, offering bespoke designs that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Speak to our team today about your next GMP project.