Just What the Doctor Ordered
McClenny agrees, noting that the new hospital exemplifies modern healthcare design and captures a welcome change in the patient experience.
“Patients immediately notice the difference when they walk into the new hospital,” says Keith Pennington, UAB Medical West CEO. “The warm colors and high-quality finishes create an atmosphere that feels welcoming, and our staff appreciates having spaces that are functional as well as attractive. The sense of calm created by our new facility is invaluable when people are facing health challenges, and it has transformed how patients and families experience their time here.”
Healthcare centers like UAB Medical West present a special set of requirements for wall protection. Not only must the material withstand heavy daily use, but it also must contribute to making spaces feel relaxed and restorative. P3TEC Advanced Wall Protection bridges these needs by combining Division 10, rigid sheet performance with the warmth and design flexibility of a wallcovering. P3TEC comes on a roll and installs like a Type II, Division 09 product, but it delivers the durability of a wall protection system with features that include: • Impact resistance : P3TEC is engineered to endure carts, beds, wheelchairs, and constant corridor traffic. • Chemical resistance : Withstands harsh disinfectants and repeated cleanings without damage. • Abrasion resistance: Prevents scuffs and scratches from equipment and everyday contact. • Design options: Offered in a wide array of patterns and colors that mimic fabrics, stone, and natural textures. • Easy installation: Comes on a roll and installs like a wallcovering, providing seamless coverage. For installers, the rolled material calls on familiar overlap and cutting methods but with some
“UAB Medical West has always been home to incredible care and physicians,” says McClenny. “Now, the physical space reflects that high level of care, giving the community convenient access to state-of- the-art health services in a thoughtful, patient-centered environment. It’s a hospital that heals in every sense of the word.”
minor adjustments to allotted installation time and cutting pressure. Momentum also provides both group and on-site training sessions to help contractors and crews get familiar with P3TEC and build confidence before tackling large projects. By merging hospital-grade performance with hospitality-inspired aesthetics, P3TEC enables designers to create spaces that feel warm and welcoming while enduring the daily demands of healthcare.
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