The defining feature of the Hartcliffe is its cantilevered configuration. By locating structural uprights on one side only, the canopy is ideal for applications where traditional two-sided supports are impractical.
This includes areas with:
• Underground services close to buildings
• Doorways or fire exits requiring clear access
• Windows that must remain unobstructed
• Narrow walkways or boundary edges
As a purpose-designed cantilever walkway, it maintains a clear pedestrian zone while delivering reliable overhead cover.
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Roof Profile Options
The Hartcliffe system can be tailored to suit the architectural context of the development. Roof options include:
• Curved profile for a softer visual impact
• Asymmetric form for contemporary schemes
• Flat monopitch walkway design for clean, linear aesthetics
The monopitch canopy option is particularly effective along long building elevations, directing rainwater to one side for efficient drainage.
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Glazing and Cladding Choices
A wide range of roof and infill options ensures the canopy can meet both functional and aesthetic requirements.
Roof Cladding Options
• Opal roof cladding for diffused daylight
• Bronze roof cladding to reduce glare
• Metal profile trapezoidal cladding
• Glazed roof cladding for maximum transparency
Where a lighter internal environment is desired, the Hartcliffe can be specified as a glazed roof walkway, allowing natural light to reach pedestrian routes below.
Infill and Side Panels
• PETg UV infill panels
• Fully glazed infill panels
• Optional side panels to create a partially enclosed walkway
Side panels can enhance wind protection, particularly in exposed locations such as school campuses and healthcare facilities.
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Structural Framework and Finishes
The Hartcliffe walkway is constructed from a robust steel framework, engineered for durability in external environments.
Available options include:
• Powder coating to any standard RAL colour
• UPVC or aluminium guttering and downpipes
• Integrated drainage solutions
• Protective post pads in high-traffic areas
The powder-coated finish allows coordination with building façades, branding requirements, or local authority colour schemes.
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Applications Across Public and Commercial Settings
The Hartcliffe cantilever walkway is suited to a variety of environments, including:
• School and college circulation routes
• Healthcare campus link corridors
• Retail and leisure developments
• Office and business park entrances
• Public sector buildings requiring sheltered access
Its unobtrusive footprint makes it particularly appropriate where pedestrian flow must be maintained without introducing additional structural obstacles.
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Adaptable Geometry for Complex Layouts
Corners and directional changes can be accommodated using hip joints, allowing the canopy to follow building lines or wrap around courtyards. This adaptability supports:
• Continuous covered routes
• Multi-building connections
• Phased development programmes
Such flexibility ensures the canopy integrates seamlessly into both new-build and retrofit projects.
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Lighting and Branding Enhancements
To support usability and identity, the Hartcliffe can incorporate:
• LED lighting for improved visibility
• Solar lighting for sites without convenient power supply
• Coloured vinyl transfers for signage or wayfinding
These additions enhance safety and reinforce site branding, particularly within education and civic environments.
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Manufacturing and Installation
Manufactured in the UK, the Hartcliffe cantilever walkway benefits from precision fabrication and consistent quality control. Broxap offers a full installation service across the UK and Ireland, ensuring accurate alignment, secure fixing, and coordinated project delivery.
The system can be specified alongside complementary external elements such as cycle shelters, seating, bollards, and signage to create a cohesive public realm scheme.
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A Flexible Monopitch Walkway Solution
The Hartcliffe delivers a practical and architecturally adaptable solution where single-sided support is required. Whether configured as a flat monopitch canopy, a curved contemporary form, or a glazed roof walkway, it provides durable shelter without compromising pedestrian access.
For architects, specifiers, and contractors seeking a dependable cantilever walkway for constrained or high-traffic environments, the Hartcliffe offers a carefully engineered and versatile option.
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