Project Background
Sutton Academy, located in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, required a complete electrical refurbishment of its on-site theatre to modernise outdated systems and enhance the facility’s performance capabilities.
Real Electrical Solutions (R.E.S) were appointed to deliver a full-scale electrical overhaul to support both the Academy’s educational needs and its community engagement initiatives. The works were carried out between June 2024 and January 2025.
Services Provided
R.E.S delivered a comprehensive commercial electrical installation package, including:
- Full rewiring of the theatre building.
- 3-phase power upgrade (100A supply)
- DMX-controlled stage lighting installation.
- LED house and emergency lighting throughout.
- Fire alarm integration and exit signage.
- Sound and AV power infrastructure.
- Consumer unit upgrades (10 new distribution boards)
- Full EICR testing and certification.
- A/V racks and communications facility.
- Data infrastructure installation.
Achievements
- Successfully delivered a complete theatre electrical overhaul while maintaining school operations.
- Completed high-noise and disruptive works during evenings and school holidays to minimise disruption.
- Overcame access challenges in the 1960s building through innovative cable routing and structural planning.
- Achieved 60% energy savings through LED lighting upgrades.
- Delivered a fully compliant system aligned with the latest 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- Enhanced theatre functionality with professional DMX lighting control and AV integration.
- Future-proofed electrical capacity for the Academy’s expanding technology and performance requirements.
“The R.E.S team have completed a number of projects for us over the past few years, all with a great result. They are very efficientt, extremely professional, and provide great value for money. I would definitely recommend Tim and the guys to anyone seeking a good electrical contractor.”
MATTHEW FLOWER, MANAGING DIRECTOR, MILLER KNIGHT
