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• Prevent accidents during cleaning
• Identify risks in cleaning
• Recognise their responsibilities regarding health and safety
• Identify chemical and biological hazards in the workspace By the end of the course, they will have been taught to understand health and safety signs and hazard symbols, identify possible accidents, and eliminate risks in the most effective way.
Jo Gilliard, CEO at Jangro comments: ‘Employers have a legal responsibility to make sure that their staff have a safe working environment. But, it is also important that employees contribute to the review and development of best working practices. It is vital that together, they can both properly identify common
Jangro enhances Health and Safety training module Jangro, the largest network of independent janitorial and cleaning distributors in the UK and Ireland, has made further enhancements to its award-winning and CPDaccredited e-learning platform, the Jangro Learning Management Solution (LMS). Its newly refreshed health and safety training course is now live and available for operatives to complete at www.jangrolms.net.
To learn more about this and the other courses available, please https://jangrolms.net.visit
Building & Facilities Management workplace accident hotspots in order to prevent them before someone gets hurt. The newly refreshed health and safety course on the LMS enables them to do just that, quickly, easily, and cost effectively.’
Highly accessible and fully interactive, this innovative, versatile e-learning platform covers a wide range of topics, with varying course lengths.
Users can, therefore, dip in and out of sessions as required and train remotely at times that suit them. Other modules include Colour Coding & Infection Control, Washroom Hygiene, COSHH, Floor Care, Kitchen Hygiene, and many more.
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Accessible to all Jangro customers and their staff, the LMS is designed to give clients the tools to get their teams fully trained quickly and efficiently, so that they can offer a safe and high quality cleaning service.
Often perceived as a career requiring limited (or zero) skills, cleaning can actually be a hazardous occupation. For example, many chemical products used are dangerous and, if handled incorrectly, can be detrimental to health, the environment, and even cause fires.
The newly enhanced Health and Safety module takes 30 minutes to complete, during which users will learn to:
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The company enjoys the benefits drawn from having a loyal and dedicated workforce with proficient skills and adaptability. The manufacturing department also utilises a network of local suppliers, again many having long standing association with the company, with experience in its procedures and rigorous quality control requirements.
Product design and manufacture includes meeting core requirements of legislative compliance under varying British Standards and EN54 certification.
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Baldwin Boxall being both ISO9001 and ISO14001 accredited allows the company to continually improve the way it operates to fulfil its vision for ‘Life safety for every buildingfor everyone – everywhere’.
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Baldwin Boxall is now renowned for being a leading independent UK manufacturer in the industry with installations in prestigious sites worldwide. The company has a strong network of UK and overseas customers and offers a wide range of products serving the voice evacuation, emergency voice communications and public address markets.
Over the years, the Baldwin Boxall brand has become a steadfast symbol of reliability and quality. When you choose a Baldwin Boxall system you can be certain of the company’s unique and clear commitment to the highest standards in life safety communication systems.
Baldwin Boxall, UK manufacturer of life safety theManagementEnvironmentalofimplementationannouncesystems,communicationisdelightedtoitssuccessfulISO14001intobusiness.During the company’s BSI audit, many different aspects of its extensiveensurewereManagementEnvironmentalQualitySystemexaminedtoitmetthecriteria.The auditor was genuinely impressed at how Baldwin Boxall’s team had integrated its environmental strategy into its existing ISO9001 systems and processes. For many years, the environment has been at the forefront of Baldwin Boxall’s manufacturing processes to ensure it has a clear focus on sustainable development, guiding the team in all they do. Adopting ISO14001 ensures it continues to measure its short and long-term environmental impact, which fully supports the company’s environmental mission statement and shows commitment to sustainability.
Nick Baldwin, Sales & Marketing Director outlines “Gaining ISO14001 helps us improve our environmental impact in many different ways. Our whole team is excited to work on projects and opportunities to actively reduce the company’s carbon footprint and preserve our natural environment. We can assure our customers and end users that we will continue to work to maintain (or exceed) this stringent international standard.”
Bob Schulz, Manufacturing Director, added “As well as maintaining and expanding on our ISO14001 accreditation, Baldwin Boxall will also be investigating how to become carbon neutral - which we will set as a future goal for the company.”
Baldwin Boxall designs, manufactures and markets voice alarm, public address and emergency voice communication equipment for varying sectors, including commercial, industrial, retail, leisure, transport and public service facilities.
Baldwin Boxall Announces ISO14001 Certification
Baldwin Boxall products are robust, reliable, dependable and are backed by a friendly and knowledgeable customer care team and a seven-year warranty. The results of the company’s annual customer surveys are a testament to the assured knowledge that their systems, service, and aftercare are valued so highly that 99% of Baldwin Boxall’s customers would recommend them*.
With R&D, sales, projects, specials, assembly, test, quality, packing and despatch teams all based on the one site in Crowborough, East Sussex, UK, Baldwin Boxall is able to work efficiently and effectively.
The sale of these products is complemented by the provision commissioning,of ongoing maintenance support and training. These services are provided by Baldwin Boxall’s own team of fully qualified engineers. International distributors also provide similar support facilities to end users.
Baldwin CommunicationsBoxall Ltd was founded in 1982 to offer industry leading communication solutions. The company has remained an independent organisation ever since with a benchmark to fully meet and exceed, wherever possible, its customer requirements.
From sales and onboarding who made sure we got up and running to Road Crew who make sure we stay that way; nothing is too much trouble.”
“We looked at a few systems, but they were overly complicated and expensive,” he continued. “So, following a recommendation from a multi-million pound local business in a parallel industry, we approached BigChange. From the outset we have been impressed with their friendly professionalism and they have been with us at every step.
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Specialist companymaintenancegroundsGreenskape is using field service contractshasBigChange,platformmanagementtheSinceoutsidetreecutting,includingaGreenskapeandwithbusiness.plansunderpinBigChangesoftwaremanagementfromtoambitioustotripleitsWorkingschools,collegesuniversities,providesrangeofservicesgrasslinepainting,surgeryandcleaning.implementingcompletejobfromGreenskapesecuredseveralnewandisplanning to expand its operation into new geographical areas with new regional service centres.
“With BigChange we can dare to dream!” Wigley concluded. “We were told the portal would win us business and it has. We can now go head-tohead with larger competitors and are actively planning to expand the business a process that BigChange supports as it allows us to visualise different scenarios and we know it will grow with us.”
BigChange Drives Expansion at Grounds Maintenance Company Greenskape
The online customer portal from BigChange has also had a big impact for Greenskape, distinguishing them from their competition. Using the online facility Greenskape’s customers can see what work has been done, when and by who. This insight is potentially important for safeguarding and allows customers to review forthcoming schedules to see how these might impact on busy educational timetables.
Using the BigChange job management platform, which incorporates customer relationship management (CRM), job scheduling, live tracking, field resource management, job finance and business intelligence in one simple to use and easy to integrate platform, Greenskape has transformed its business management. From any internet enabled device managers can see where crews are, where they have been and where they are due next. Advanced scheduling tools have improved operating efficiencies and reduced costs, which in turn has reduced emissions from vehicles and equipment. The company has also invested in new battery powered equipment and is looking at electric vehicles to further enhance their green credentials.
“We are a third generation, family run business that has a reputation for quality,” commented Nat Wigley, Greenskape Groundcrew. “However, before BigChange we didn’t use the latest technology. When I joined the business, I knew that if we wanted to protect existing contracts and secure new ones, we needed to be transparent in our service delivery and offer real-time digital customer reporting.
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“We’re delighted to be partnering with VINCI Building to bring The Bumbles of Honeywood into five more schools. Enterprise education is increasingly being recognised as a key requirement, and something that should start from a young age. Our Corporate Engagement Partners play a vital part in this, helping to inspire and educate pupils by giving them real life examples of enterprise in action. As well as helping the pupils gain valuable life skills, VINCI Building are introducing them to the wide array of job opportunities that exist in construction and raising awareness of the exciting building projects happening in their area.”
The programme is built around a series of beautifully illustrated books and interactive extension activities that explore the enterprising nature of honeybees and other characters to help children develop skills such as resilience, problem solving, leadership, communication, and teamwork.
Russell Flowers, regional director for VINCI Building, said:
Jayne Brewer, 2B Enterprising CEO, said:
VINCI Building is bringing enterprise education into primary schools in England and Wales as part of its corporate social responsibility programme. The aim is to help children develop enterprise skills from an early age and to boost awareness of the careers available in construction.
Our teams really enjoy their visits to the schools and are impressed by the children’s energy and enthusiasm. This is a great investment in our future generations.”
VINCI Building has partnered with 2B Enterprising who have developed an innovative enterprise skills programme called The Bumbles of Honeywood. This programme is exclusively focussed on primary education and is delivered in collaboration with commercial business partners through the 2B Enterprising Corporate Engagement Partner programme. To date, this unique model has partnered 70 businesses with 170 schools across the country educating over 10,000 children.
VINCI Building brings enterprise education programme to schools in England and Wales
“This is an exciting programme that raises awareness about careers and supports the communities we work in. We want to encourage more young people, in particular more young women, to consider careers in construction, and this programme will help us to achieve that.
The schools being supported by VINCI Building are: - Mountford Manor Primary School, Swindon - Bromley Heath School, Bristol - Greenmeadow Primary School, Cwmbran - Richmond Park Primary, Carmarthen - Ysgol Caer Elen, Haverfordwest.TheBumbles of Honeywood programme has been developed by entrepreneurial business leaders and experienced educators with extensive input from teachers. Cultivating entrepreneurship and enterprise skills from a young age shows huge value in equipping pupils for their future lives and careers. Lesson plans have been created to ensure teachers can map the learning to their curriculum – not only hitting entrepreneurial skills criteria but supporting other areas of learning such as Oracy, Literacy, Numeracy and Modern and Foreign Languages.
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Graphenstone UK, the world’s most certified eco paint brand, announces the award of two further certifications for its GCS Premium mineral paint and Grafclean Eggshell formulations, cementing its position as a world leader when it comes to transparent,comprehensive,independentand sustainable certifications.
The second announcement is that Graphenstone’s Grafclean Eggshell has been awarded the Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort Gold certification. This highly acclaimed certification, which validates the manufacturing process as well as the end products, is a rare achievement in the paint sector, and even rarer for an eggshell paint to achieve this standard. In fact Grafclean Eggshell joins just a handful of eggshell products available in the global coatings market, and possibly the only one widely available in the UK that are BREEAM, WELL, LEED and SKA compliant. Its high-quality formulation is perfect for retail, hospitality, education, leisure and social projects and is ideal for use on doors and trims whilst meeting the highest
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The first award is a new Fire Performance Classification for Graphenstone’s GCS Premium mineral paint. This ecological Lime silicate paint already boasts many impressive characteristics, including: BREEAM/WELL/ LEED compliant, trace VOC’s, Class 1 breathability, high yield and opacity, improved strength and durability, and holds the globally recognised Cradle to Cradle Silver certification amongst many others. Now it has also been certified to Euro A2 fire standards. This vital certification demonstrates that this paint coating is inherently noncombustible and does not release any toxic chemicals or fumes in the event of a fire. Furthermore, it has been tested and proven to prevent the surface spread of flames. These standards are met and recognised under the EN135011 *Graphenstone GCS Premium paint formulation. Already leading the industry in ecological, material health and sustainability standards, Graphenstone UK is committed to achieving the highest standards within the coatings industry. This new fire certification is the latest feather in its cap and offers specifiers and facilities managers a viable, tested and trusted product option.
Graphenstone UK sets the gold standard for certification with new awards
Fire resistance and indoor air qualityEuro A2 Fire Standard / Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort Gold Certification
“Graphenstone UK once again proudly sets the benchmark when it comes to sustainability. The fact that all our mainline products are certified to the highest global standards, rigorously and independently tested, checked and verified gives our customers unequivocal trust and peace of mind.”
Jangro, the UK and Ireland’s largest network of independent janitorial distributors, is delighted to launch a brand new catalogue, dedicated to the commercial caterer and hospitality sector. Available now in a compact A5 size, it is packed with many new sustainable choices. These include disposable food packaging, cutlery and drinkware that are made from recycled materials, and are also ofbartenders,andbiodegradable,compostable,orrecyclable.Frommixology,dispensingservingessentialsforalargerangeglassware(entrylevel to fine dining), through to front of house essentials, including crockery, cutlery, oven to tableware, and presentation displays, the new catalogue has it all.
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Jangro is also proud to offer products for hotels, from brands including Elsyl, and Taylor of London, as well as ranges that are 90% natural. Other features include an array of different signage, fire safety equipment, first aid, waste management, plus washroom essentials including baby change facilities.
Jo Gilliard, CEO of Jangro comments “We are thrilled to unveil our new Catering and Hospitality Catalogue. It may be a more compact size than previous editions, but it is absolutely bursting with everything a catering business might need for its establishment. What’s more, we have included more sustainable options than ever before, helping our customers to make responsible choices and meet their own sustainability goals. For more information, or to order a free copy visit Jangro. net or call 01204 795 955.
Jangro launches new catering and hospitality catalogue
It caters for everything required within commercial kitchens, including equipment and furniture such as ovens, cookers, toasters, dishwashers, juicers and blenders, as well as cook and bakeware, storage and kitchen utensils. For staff, there is an array of uniform and PPE on offer, including chef’s clothing, headwear, hand protection, and footwear. Also included are kitchen hygiene supplies, which are essential to avoid crosscontamination and the risk of foodborne illness. The catalogue covers all chemicals, paper products, and cleaning products, including the new ntrl range, Jangro’s innovative line of natural and more sustainable cleaning products. All ntrl products use raw materials that are derived from plant-based extracts; their natural formulas are 100% biodegradable, contain zero petrochemicals, and can reduce the product’s carbon footprint by up to 85%.
Pete Sellars, IHEEM CEO said “Our aim is to make our flagship event as inclusive as possible both for our members and everyone from the healthcare efm community who has worked tirelessly to meet the challenges of the past two years. This revised pricing structure will undoubtedly encourage increased delegate attendance at our conference and exhibition. I am delighted that we have the opportunity to return to a live event this year and I look forward to meeting many of you in person at Manchester Central.”
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The mutually beneficial initiative has helped to nurture new talent, while Door Group has had the advantage of a fresh European perspective from interns.
Following Maria’s successful appointment, Door Group gave Marija Juric from Croatia and Sorinela Buzdugan from Moldova placements within the Marketing team, Alberto Pagnozzi from Italy came as a Finance intern while Mariam Tabarik from Pakistan joined as a Materials, Research
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Door Group international internship programme nurtures new talent
“We hope the collaboration with ESPA lasts for many years to come, and we can continue to gain the advantage of international determination and collaboration within the team.”
“Some of these students not only have bright ideas but they think in a different way. They also have access to the world of technology and understand the role of things like AI, and they use technology as part of their daily lives.
“We get so many benefits from our intern programme, and in return we’re giving them the opportunity to learn about business, to get practically involved in the area they are focused on.
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Maria Masdeu, an Advertising and Public Relations postgraduate student from Spain, became the first intern to join the Door Group team in 2020. Maria brought with her modern marketing expertise that the company found increasingly valuable throughout her six-month internship.
Maria says: “I had always wanted to move abroad after my degree, and ASSA ABLOY gave me the perfect opportunity with a six months internship. I left my comfort zone, discovered the hidden gems of Northern Ireland, and met wonderful people.
Since the introduction of the scheme, interns have added value to Door Group as their studies have provided them with a different perspective and experiences, bringing a new and international dimension to the team.
At the end of the placement, the company were highly impressed with Maria’s contribution, and she had become a great asset to the team, so decided to hire her permanently.
“We are helping to grow talent, and sometimes we get the chance to bring them on full time – but even if not, it’s good for them to have ASSA ABLOY on their CV and it helps them in terms of being attractive to future employers.
Door Group, a unit of ASSA ABLOY, has marketinginternshipimplementedsuccessfullyanewinternationalprogrammetosupportandtechnicalneeds.
“To everyone hesitating, if they should embark on this experience, I would say that doing an international internship can be life-changing and challenges you into a new environment and culture.”
The new scheme was introduced with the help of the European Student Placement Agency (ESPA), who provide high-quality work placements for international students. Although the team based in Lisburn team had previously hired local apprentices and welcomed graduates from other business units, it was the first time it had used this type of facilitated service and welcomed interns from overseas.
Brian added: “When you bring different cultures into an office and they interact with local people, everybody benefits. We get to know their culture and they get to know ours.
Brian Sofley, Managing Director at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland Door Group, explained: “Maria understood our business needs very quickly, and our online presence and social media started to become a lot more effective. Maria has helped us create content for the new global website and ensure all our documentation was up to date, with a consistent and corporate feel.”
“I am happy and grateful that they believed in me and gave me the chance to come in full-time. These last two years have been an incredible learning opportunity for me - I have grown both professionally and personally, faced many challenges, and had the chance to gain global experience.
To find out more about career opportunities with ASSA ABLOY, go to assaabloy.com/uk/en/career.https://www.
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Additionally, the plant roof area had a number of complexities with many ventilation outlets and air conditioning units, and because Kemper’s waterproofing system is roller-applied, operatives could easily install the resin underneath the units and around the complex roof structure.
The £35m new build development has created six, hi-tech theatres and a day case suite which is one of the most modern in the UK. The extension also includes a new admissions lounge, imaging department, consultant rooms and an expanded Urgent Care Clinic.
Kemper System’s cold-applied liquid waterproofing solution has been specified for a multi-million-pound extension at St John’s and St Elizabeth (HJE) Hospital in the St John’s Wood area of London.
Kemper System Prescribed for MultiMillion-Pound Hospital Building
A total of 9,060sqm of Kemper System’s Kemperol 2K-PUR solventfree and odourless waterproofing membrane has been applied beneath the building’s green roof, onto a pedestrian trafficked walkway, the lower roof area and a plant roof area. The cold-applied solution was installed by London-based Ridgewell Flat Roofing Ltd.
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Contractors had a strict timescale to adhere to, meaning a quick and easy application solution was required to complete the job. Because of the location of the new build extension, adjacent to an occupied hospital building at HJE, the solvent-free and odourless qualities of the Kemperol system meant minimum disruption at the hospital throughout the application process. No hot works were required as part of the project, further reducing potential health and safety risks, and meaning no wait times were needed between applications of resin. Once cured, the system forms a seamless, elastomeric waterproof membrane that cannot delaminate, is UV stable, and creates a sturdy bond directly to the substrate.
Ben Ridgewell, managing director of Ridgewell Flat Roofing, said: “We have used Kemper System for many years, and the coldapplied solution was perfect for this prestigious project because it is so versatile. We could apply the system
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St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, which is in its 165th year of operation, is an charitableindependenthospital. All treatments that take place in the hospital help fund the on-site St John’s Hospice, which provides free palliative care to more than 4,500 people and their families each year, across seven boroughs. The hospital provides surgery, medical care, outpatient, and diagnostic services for children, young people, and adults.
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Victoria Ramwell, commercial manager at Kemper System, added: “We are delighted that our solution was specified for such a fantastic project, showcasing its versatility on both new build and refurbishment works. Our Kemperol 2K-PUR solution is manufactured using an 80 per cent castor-oil formula derived from sustainable sources. The system has stood the test of time with a proven 20year track record and continues to be one of the most popular and soughtafter systems for all sorts of projects.”
“Kemper System once again delivered on such a complex project, which presented winter working challenges, specifically with high winds at times. Large expanses of sheeting material would have not have been practical or safe on site, so a roller-applied liquid waterproofing solution was the best for this project. We were extremely happy with the results, and so is the end client.”
The new building, which is opening in planned stages throughout 2022, follows a recent £3.5 million
Rendering: From conception to completion
At specification, we are able to offer a bespoke application depending on the needs that are identified, and this would then link to location, which will vary based on where the project is located in the country. A good render should be capable of providing weather protection that meets the different zones and different exposures across the UK. For example, the southwest is zone four (very severe weather rating) which will largely require 20mm of render. We can also offer
Available from local Business Development Managers, the Sika Parex Housebuilder Pack outlines the “complete” package to customers and specifiers with industry sector experts available to provide unsurpassed levels of free technical advice, specifications and CAD details.
Meeting a high standing of quality is essential if we are to create buildings that are fit for purpose. While it’s the responsibility of all parties involved in a project to ensure products are installed correctly, it starts with the manufacturer.
Matt Allen, Head of Sales at Sika Building Finishing, outlines how comprehensive technical support and specification guidance will make the difference when it comes to the installation of render products on site. Regardless of the material, the outer skin of any building is its first line of defence and must maintain long-term performance. When it comes to render, ensuring you choose the right solution is key but equally paying close attention to small details will go a long way to ensure the render remains fit for purpose during its lifetime. It’s why the support and knowledge provided by the render manufacturer – from design to application to issuing warranties – will play a huge part in a successful render application.
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The skills and expertise of the applicator is also very important, which is why their appointment is a crucial consideration. We can support the client by putting people forward who are approved or accredited to use the Parex systems. Failure to employ a skilled professional can lead to building defects due to poor installation and workmanship. We can also be present at kick-off meetings to provide further visibility and support on the rendering journey.
If you partner with Sika Building Finishing, we will take any risk away so that the building you have created will get the desired result. Our comprehensive technical support and specification guidance will ensure a quality specification that meets the very highest standards each and every time.
At Sika Building Finishing, we can guide specifiers on that journey and it begins at the design and specification stage. Our dedicated specification managers are on hand from the start to ensure each individual requirement is met, with site support and training being made available through the entire project journey. We will talk you through any challenges, as well provide a full specification and maintenance guide for any Sika building finishing system on offer, whether it is mineral, lime, thin coat or EWI.
bespoke specifications based on location to ensure a client will get the correct thickness of render. Furthermore, our suite of typical construction details covers a range of standard and non-standard substrates and systems.
In the case of larger projects, we can visit sites every four to six weeks to assess the progress and answer any questions that are required. On completion, we will be there to issue a warranty on the materials that have been applied subject to approval and acceptance.
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Pulping Wood chips are turned into fibres The defibrator grinds the chips to a pulp under high temperatures before resins are added which gives strength and durability to the wood Defibrator Cooks the chips The chips are refined and dried before pulping Cleaning Raw materials are washed Cleaning removes any contamination Warehousing Stacks and packs boards for dispatch Customers include distributors, merchants and manufacturers.
Cooling Allows the panels to cool Panels must be fully cooled before finishing
Sanding Removal of pre-cured surface This gives CaberWood MDF a super smooth surface for applying finishes
The next part of the process involves refining the chips into fibre, which goes through the drying and forming process to be pressed by automated machinery to make the final MDF panels – these are then sanded and cut to create stock sizes, or to meet customers’ bespoke dimensions.
Drying Reduces the moisture content to <4% The fibres are mixed with paraffin wax to glue the chips together and are then dried in a steam dryer
With only a handful of people seen onsite, the huge computer-controlled machines are operated from a hightech control room, with closed circuit TV and failsafe detection systems helping the staff monitor multiple data feeds.
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Finishing Lines Packed ready to be shipped to customers Panels are finished and stacked
Sawmill chips are stored Before being transported and processed into MDF
Quality control Checks, marks and trims the board The panels are sanded, cut to size and checked for quality
How is CaberMDF manufactured?
Cutting Panels are cut to desired sizes Lengths range from 2440mm - 3660mm
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Screening and grading
Mat forming The fibres are laid into a bed This produces a uniform fibre mat & measures moisture content and removal of air
To find out more about West Fraser’s products for housebuilders, get in touch with Dan Clarke – email Daniel. Clarke@westfraser.com or download product brochures from the housebuilder page of the West Fraser website https://uk.westfraser.com/callcom/housebuilders/https://uk.westfraser.Forfurtherinformation,01786812921orvisit
Continuous Press Heats and compresses the strands together The application of pressure & heat cure the resin & form the MDF density profile
Finally, the packs of panels are shown moving from the production line to the warehouse before being dispatched to West Fraser’s distributors and other customers. Overall, the video clip of the Cowie site captures the speed and efficiency with which woodchips are processed into the CaberWood MDF used for everything from furniture making to. shop fitting.
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Mark Gowdridge, director at GT3 Architects, said: “It’s great to see the progression of this fantastic project, and especially to have the team at Willmott Dixon now joining us with their wealth of knowledge in sustainable construction. “We are working ever closer to the Passivhaus certification for our design, which will save
Willmott Dixon has been named by Spelthorne Borough Council as main contractor on the £43.5m project in Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey, which is targeting a Passivhaus certification for low carbon buildings.
The firm has been appointed alongside Passivhaus expert Gale & Snowden and will work collaboratively with GT3 to ensure sustainability is prioritised in line with the UK’s targets for reaching net zero.
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Spelthorne Borough Council have decided to adopt the Passivhaus approach, due to our net zero commitment, which will be the first wet and dry Passivhaus leisure centre in the UK.
ensuring community-wide benefit for the project.
The centre will feature modern facilities such as a rooftop 3G pitch, sports hall, gym and competitive, learner and splash swimming pools. Alongside the core features, the design also includes a mini spa, flexible studio space, soft play, Clip n Climb and a community café,
Willmott-Dixon to deliver latest GT3designed Passivhaus leisure project for Spelthorne Borough Council
ONE of the UK’s leading contractors has been appointed to deliver a pioneering Passivhaus leisure centre, designed by the sports and leisure experts at GT3 Architects.
and ensure the building is futureproofed. We’re very happy with how the project is moving and having the input of Willmott Dixon will only enhance this. We are very much looking forward to bringing a fundamental space for health and wellbeing to the surrounding community.”
Daniel Mouawad, Chief Executive of Spelthorne Borough Council, said: “We are delighted to be a pioneering authority, demonstrating our commitment to net zero by building an ultra-low Passivhaus leisure centre. Having declared a climate emergency, we recognise the need to lead by example to achieve cleaner and greener lifestyles and a sustainable borough for all to enjoy. This centre is a great example of partnership working and will provide the right infrastructure to meet our communities’ changing needs and will enable residents to stay active in a healthy environment, with low chemical pools and a dementia friendly design.”
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Willmott Dixon is currently the only carbon neutral construction company and has set several further challenging targets to meet by 2030. Its ‘Now or Never’ strategy, launched in 2020, focuses on achieving operational net zero across all new build and refurbishment projects, being a zero-carbon company without any offsetting, and improving more than 100,000 lives through its social value commitments.
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Willmott Dixon has also shown its commitment to the environment by establishing the only dedicated in-house sustainability consultancy.
Passivhaus methodology was established in the early 1990s and has since become the world-leading standard in energy-efficient design and construction. Passivhaus buildings provide users with a high level of comfort, while also using very little energy by optimising the design of the building and all its systems.
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Roger Forsdyke, managing director of London and the South, said: “We are hugely excited to be working alongside Spelthorne Borough Council, GT3 and Gale and Snowden on what will be a landmark project. Spelthorne Borough Council’s choice to adopt the Passivhaus approach is a testament to their commitment to carbon reduction. Within Willmott Dixon, we are putting maximum efforts in to supporting our customers to address the climate emergency, with projects like this ensuring we can continue in adopting our expertise to suit the ambitions of our partners. We are looking forward to working alongside both GT3 and Gale and Snowden again ensuring the project’s success will be realised.”
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Portakabin completes installation in just two weeks for new special needs school in Norfolk The £12.7m school is the first school to be awarded to Portakabin under the Department for Education’s (DfE) MMC1 framework.
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After starting on site in January, installation was completed in June and the project is on programme to complete in December 2022. When the school opens it will have a growth plan with children admitted in a careful and planned way until it reaches capacity.
The completed site will Installation has completed in just two weeks for a brand new, state-of-the-art 170-place special school outside Norwich. Watch exclusive drone footage of how the installation unfolded here. The school will be part of The Bridge Multi Academy Trust and will be for children with learning and cognition needs from ages four to 19, is in the village of Easton and will provide purpose-built facilities including a forest school area and a specialist autism unit.
Portakabin, the school was precision engineered in its manufacturing facility in York.
Constructed offsite using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), the school building took shape in lightning speed, with all 60 modules in place in just two weeks. The custom modules have been designed specifically for the Department for Education. At 3.6m wide and 18.75m long, each module attains better thermal performance and offers improved day light for the comfort of both pupils and teachers. Built by modular
Dr Penny Barratt, CEO, The Bridge London Trust comments: “We at The Bridge MAT are extremely excited to be working with Norfolk County Council and the Department for Education to develop this new school, The Bridge Easton. We are
Nick Griffin, Divisional MD for Portakabin comments: “This Norfolk special school is the first of many projects to be awarded to us on the DfE’s MMC1 framework.
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“Our latest module development means we can offer modular schools with better learning environments thanks to larger windows, bigger classrooms and better thermal construction,reliableprovideatbuildings“Innovationperformance.inmodularcontinuestodeveloppaceandmeanswecanahighqualityandalternativetotraditionalsomethinghere at Portakabin we’re always excited to talk about!”
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aware of the need for additional special school places and are really looking forward to opening this school in Norfolk.”
Cllr Daniel Elmer, deputy cabinet member for Norfolk’s Children’s Services, said: “Making the case for this school to be delivered as part of the DfE’s free school programme has been a key part of Norfolk County Council’s £120 million
“We can’t wait to see the different it makes to the lives of dozens of children and young people with SEND and their families.”
The planned opening date is January 2023. All places will be commissioned and funded by Norfolk County Council. New admissions will be through a county admissions panel. No waiting lists are in operation at this time. Find out more about admission to special schools and specialist colleges here. include on-site staff and visitor parking, minibus and taxi drop-off points, sports pitches, a MUGA court, outdoor play areas, a forest school area and a productive garden.
Commenting on the achievement, Andrew Peters, Managing Director of Siemens Digital Industries Congleton, said: “Siemens believes that sustainability is a force for good and can deliver value for all its stakeholders. We want to help customers achieve sustainable growth and to transform their industries through decarbonisation.
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Partnership between Siemens Digital Industries and Smart Infrastructure help Congleton plant achieve carbon neutral target
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products to fulfil the shifting demands of its customers and markets, increased productivity by driving down costs, and improved efficiency.
In 2018 the factory became fully digital by embracing lean manufacturing methods to achieve
“I am delighted that by leveraging a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability - the vital components to Siemens’ Congleton’s long-term success - we have achieved carbon neutrality, a major milestone in our ambitions to reach net zero emissions by 2030.”
In 1990, 400 workers made 50,000 variable speed drives and controls a year. Today, a similar number of workers produce 1.2 million electrical devices - including 600,000 variable speed drives (VSDs).
The 50-year-old Siemens Congleton factory began its sustainability journey in 1990 when it began manufacturing drives to meet the demands of industry.
What is more is that it has been achieved within the same physical footprint. The factory Siemens’ Congleton factory is on track to achieve carbon neutrality this year - eight years ahead of its original target. The operation, which manufactures more than 1.2m controls and drives each year, is inching its way to the major milestone after deploying a range of sustainable solutions for energy generation and demand with support from Siemens’ energy and performance services business, Smart Infrastructure. These include generating 75kw of renewable energy through a hydro-electric plant at Havannah Weir on the river Dane and using carbon neutral, certified biogas to power its on-site gas engine. These measures alone saved over £250,000 pounds a year and took the 80% powerindependent factory off the grid. Beyond these innovations,
Siemens Congleton adopted a building management system which automatically adjusts to drive energy efficiency improvements, while modern windows and LED lighting have reduced the total energy bill by 13% and 30% respectively.
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Combined with reducing waste to landfill to zero and EV charging for staff and visitors, the Cheshire site is eight years ahead of Siemens’ original 2015 commitment to ensure carbon neutral operations by 2030.
The first step of that is for us to achieve these ambitions in our own operations.
“We have 8,600 people spread across offices and 11 manufacturing sites across the UK and we are creating innovation up and down the country with sustainability at the core of our operations and services. Our Congleton factory is paving the way for sustainability whilst setting a great example on how manufacturers can join this amazing journey to net zero.”
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“Despite us being from the Siemens family, we have approached working with Congleton the same we do with any organisation. It has been
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Faye Bowser, Head of Siemens’ Energy & Performance Services GB&I, said: “The climate emergency puts the demand on businesses of all sizes and sectors to really accelerate their efforts for decarbonisation. But a challenge is that often decarbonisation isn’t their core business. So, at Energy and Performance Services we make it our business to use our skills, our knowledge and our tools to help our customers transition to net zero in a way that contributes to their business priorities.
fantastic. In Andrew Peters you have a leader in a business which has put continuous improvement and sustainability at the heart of their long-term success. Our job was to apply those components to their energy system and their energy strategy. What we ended up with is an engineered roadmaps to net zero that considers timelines, finance, digital services, all there to safeguard business continuity, and to have a method to continuously identify more opportunities to reduce carbon on site.”
Commenting on this milestone achievement, Olivia Whitlam, Head of Sustainability, Siemens Plc said: “Siemens is taking a holistic approach to achieving net zero and we are pleased to be guided by the Carbon Trust who helps us monitor our progress each year.
comfortable for employees and customers, redirect money saved to investments, and advance green credentials and reputation. In the board room energy efficiency projects have often found it hard to compete for funding; historically, such investments fell into a ‘discretionary’ category. Often, they are not seen as essential for sustaining or growing the business or for regulatory compliance. Tending to be smaller scale than other projects being dealt with, they may not get prioritised by your board, directors, or other senior decision makers.
Implementing energy efficiency projects can help companies save money and manage risks by reducing their operating costs, which can also help to offset the impact of energy price increases. They can also enhance productivity and business competitiveness, make premises more
A business case that stacks up financially is not always enough to convince those decision makers, so how you position your business case and the information
TEAM’s energy management series: How to get project sign off Once you have done the background work to select and prioritise the energy efficiency project best suited to your business, you need to present and demonstrate its value to get support and buy in from your senior team. So, in TEAM’s latest blog in the Energy management series, they will be giving advice about making your best case.
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Building a business case to shine a light on energy efficiency
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It can also be helpful to reach out to organisations in the same sector as yourself that might be happy to share information about similar projects they have implemented.
• Details of how the project aligns with stated business objectives and policies
Where it is not possible to show this, for example if this is your first energy project, then look elsewhere for case studies. Often suppliers will be able to provide examples with benefits analysis of where they have successfully completed a project before to add to your business case.
Focus on one recommendationclearthat the senior decision makers can endorse.
Summarise alternatives as it is a good idea to show that you have considered them.
When presenting your business case, have the appropriate analysis of the costs, benefits, risks, and an implementation timetable to hand should there be questions or further detail needed. It can also be helpful to lay out how the success of the project will be measured both short and long term, with clear milestones delivered to your senior team so they can see their return on investment both in cash savings and other measurable efficiencies, such as emissions or energy
What decision makers want Decision makers will be interested in cost reduction, improved performance,environmentalconnecting the project to the business’ net zero strategy, or enhanced corporate reputation. Ideally your project will offer tempting financial return as well as worthwhile additional benefits.
Highlighting the success of previous projects makes the case for your project much easier. You will be able to draw on examples of energy savings your business has previously delivered to reassure decision makers of the value of investment in energy efficiency projects.
• Considered key risks and the strategies in place to mitigate them
What does a compelling business case look like?
Focusing on the project benefits and how it aligns to the business is the most likely way to get decision makers on side.
In small organisations this might be the owner or board member whom you know to be interested. In a large company, it might be a department head or senior
Suggesting a pilot project and showing its results, evaluating the findings, and addressing any issues can give assurance against business risks. However, for larger projects, a detailed feasibility study will give a greater level of assurance from independent experts, suppliers, and installers that the expected cost and energy savings are achievable in their case.
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A compelling and thorough case should include detail in these 5 areas:
• Analysis of the total value of the project to your organisation
Highlight other successes Reputation is a key factor.
Writing and presenting your proposal
Providing a well thought through executive summary will help engage key decision makers from the outset. The project is likely to be technical in nature so write in a clear and logical style, avoiding jargon and explaining abbreviations, and introduce a lay person’s explanation of the chosen technology in your proposal.
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Find a senior project sponsor Enlisting the support of someone at an appropriate level who can act as a supporter of your proposal can make a big difference.
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are trying to influence and have a wider appreciation of related business issues that should be considered. Not only can they advocate for your project recommendation on the day the decision is taken, but in the crucial phase beforehand they can consult and reassure other senior decision makers. They may even be able to share examples of past proposals that they would regard as exemplary.
While conducting a feasibility study in house sounds time consuming, outsourcing to another provider can save your resource and provide a more detailed, and independent overview which can help the validity of your business case.
• A comprehensive list of benefits
• A full evaluation of the financial case of the project
• Use on a mobile device or larger without pixelization or degradation of the graphics
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• Represent mechanical control drawings in a schematic or graphical view
QA Graphics Vector Symbol Library improves ease of use for facility managers, allowing you to be in the field with your mobile device to view your BMS graphics and then back in an office projecting the same graphic onto a much larger screen. The Vector Symbol Library gives users access to high-end graphics and animations that realistically represent the mechanical systems of a building. QA Graphics took the time to make the Vector Library graphics of a higher quality than similar libraries in the industry. This gives the clients graphics that will easily scale to any size of device you use, without pixelization or degradation. QA Graphics custom designed SVG and animation symbols include boilers, chillers, dampers, filters, piping, fans, cooling towers, generators, valves, ductwork, coils, and more including: • Hundreds of SVGS and animation files
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Over the year the conversation in the building controls industry has been trending towards the advancement and adaption of mobile capabilities in building control systems and the platforms they operate on. Therefore, QA Graphics created the Vector Symbol Library for your BMS controls.
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With technology in our world advancing every day, it has become increasingly important that industries continue to adapt and embrace the conveniences modern technology provides.
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The technological advancement of mobile capability in this industry will continue to develop. QA Graphics has stayed on pace with this trend. Continuing to adapt with technological advancements is their priority, as you can see with the release of the Vector Symbol Library Niagara module, which is an extension update for the existing Vector Symbol Library. The module will effortlessly integrate within the software, allowing N4 users to easily implement QA Graphics’ Vector Symbol Library and it is free of charge to those who purchase the Vector Symbol Library. In addition, QA Graphics
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This library is comprised of graphics that can be formatted to fit screens of all size. The library has hundreds of SVGS and animation files which will help you build more detailed graphics that are easily scalable for a mobile device without pixelization of the graphics. Technology has led the industry to expect a higher quality and more creative visual representation even when you are on the move with your mobile device. In this day and age, you should expect to be able to access your building management system from wherever you are.
This trend means your graphics need to be optimized for mobile support and adaptive to any device type without pixelization.
• Preconfigured terminal air units
• Datacenter graphics
• Symbols for energy efficient equipment
is also offering companies a free test module to try within their Niagara system beforehand.
While the new Vector Symbol Library module is for the Tridium’s N4 software only, the files can be delivered for almost any control system, not just Niagara. It also offers a competitive advantage in the BMS industry, delivering more appealing and realistic graphics than typically provided with BMS software. As a Building Operator or Facility Manager, you know the details of each HVAC, lighting, security, or water management system in your building. As these building systems
become more sophisticated, building operators require higher quality building management graphics that move with them.
One of the top three areas that managers and owners use to evaluate when looking at building management system graphic packages is their responsiveness to various screen sizes., providing end-users with access to highend graphics and animations that more realistically represent the mechanical systems in place on any device without pixilation.
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The Vector Symbol Library allows you to be in the field with your mobile device to view your BMS graphics without degradation of the graphics. Graphic libraries are an area that many owners consider critical when evaluating building management systems. Users want to be able to access their building management system from wherever they are and that is possible with QA Graphics’ Vector Symbol Library. Almost any system graphic can be created, static or animated, as our symbol library is compatible with all major mechanical systems.
To learn more about the Vector Library and how it can aide in your advancement towards mobile capability. Call 515.965.3403 or visit com/bas-symbol-library-2.https://www.qagraphics.
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