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The Rise of Wireless and Importance of Integration

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Tinytag Data Loggers: Simple and reliable technology that works Gemini Data Loggers have been manufacturing data loggers for 35 years, and during that time production has been driven by the same manufacturing ethos: building simple and reliable data loggers that get the job done.

Meeting energy efficiency and zero-carbon targets means gathering reliable and accurate data to inform operational and infrastructural changes. Disrupted WiFi, Bluetooth and data connections can lead to gaps in your data which compromise your ability to make big energy savings and improve the efficiency of your building.

Tinytag data loggers use simple and robust technology that prioritises your data over high-tech capabilities.

Continuous data monitoring using Tinytags will identify where, when and how energy is used across a building, enabling you to make targeted decisions that reduce energy consumption, increase productivity and improve the health of occupants.

Data loggers in the Tinytag range monitor temperature, relative humidity, energy usage, CO2, voltage, current and count. Their compact and unobtrusive design makes them ideal for indoor monitoring. Long

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battery-life and non-volatile storage keeps your data safe, and alarms can be set up to alert you when readings fall out of your desired range, allowing problems to be quickly identified. Tinytags can be used on their own or to complement existing Building Management Systems.

Common applications include: • Monitoring the performance of HVAC equipment, building materials and building equipment (e.g. boilers) • Monitoring energy use and efficiency in domestic builds e.g. for fuel-poverty impact surveys • Indoor Air Quality monitoring in offices, public buildings and building projects • Assessing before and after performance of replacement lighting systems

requirements of your application.

USB data loggers are standalone, making them a non-invasive solution for monitoring projects. They are kept in place until the end of the recording period when data is offloaded onto a PC via a USB cable, requiring minimum human interference.

Radio and LAN data loggers offer a solution for projects with multiple monitoring points or when data needs to be viewed immediately and centrally. They can be mixed and matched together to suit infrastructure requirements. Upon set-up, Radio and LAN data loggers auto-configure into a network, making set-up easy and fuss-free, and allowing you to start gathering data immediately.

In the drive towards smart buildings and energy efficiency, sometimes it is simplicity that is the smart option: with Tinytags, you know you’ll get the data you need to cut energy consumption and cut cost.

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Remeha launches market-leading comprehensive 7 year boiler warranty Remeha, a pioneer in boiler innovation and reliability since 1935, is delighted to introduce a comprehensive seven year warranty, including parts and labour, across its entire commercial condensing boiler range.

The market-leading warranty applies to all current Remeha condensing boiler models, including the wall-hung Quinta Ace range, the floor-standing Gas 120 and 220 Ace series and the Gas 210, 310 and 610 Eco Pro ranges. The warranty takes effect from the date of commissioning as opposed to the date of installation, extending customer cover still further.

Remeha is part of Baxi Heating.

Baxi Heating’s Specification Director, Tom Murray explains: “We’re excited to introduce this new comprehensive warranty across the Remeha condensing boiler range.

Our boilers are renowned for their unrivalled quality, high efficiencies

and reliability, but extending the warranty to an incredible seven years means that our customers and endusers can be sure of a high-performance boiler configuration that will just keep on going and going!”

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Murray continues: “With tighter environmental targets to meet, maximising lifetime boiler efficiency is more critical than ever to avoid unnecessary energy waste.

Carrying out regular servicing with genuine spare parts helps maintain optimum performance from our boilers, keeping building comfort levels high and operating costs and emissions low, year in, year out. So all we ask of our customers is that

the boilers are serviced according to our recommendations and using only our genuine parts service kits.

“We’ve had a fantastic response from our customers and look forward to continuing to support them with the most energy-efficient commercial boiler configurations – now with a superior seven year warranty!”

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Looking forward with 2020 vision Louise Hosking (Hosking Associates believes we need to learn from the lessons of the past to create a better future As OSH professionals it’s important to reflect on our vision, mission and values to consider what defines us, the work we undertake and the journey we all take.

There were many positive aspects to OSH in the last decade, with a focus on delivering exceptional standards, including the excellently executed London 2012 Olympics where, for the first time in Olympic history, there were no fatalities and an accident rate one third the industry average.

Yet there are many challenges that lie ahead. Here, Louise Hosking, founder and director of Hosking Associates predicts the future of OSH in 2020 and beyond.

Construction and Asbestos As we enter a new decade, we celebrate 20 years since asbestos was banned from common use in the UK, but there are countries (including Russia, China and USA), where it is still used and/or produced for export.

It would be a positive step in the right direction if these countries can recognise the dangers of this substance and legislate accordingly.

I hope we will see the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations in 2015 evolve to continue to expect more from designers and project teams. For those who have embraced these changes it has definitely provided greater

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control of their supply chains.

Technology We have seen an unprecedented rise in the use of technology. There will be even greater automatization from 2020 and our interactions with robots will create new OSH.

world, yet I expect fatigue and sleep will continue to become a significant issue.

Over the next decade, technology will be used to monitor and check effectiveness, worker health and productivity. In the same way we track our steps, it will be possible to collate data on posture, movement, fatigue, sleep, and even if someone is wearing the right PPE for a task.

Virtual reality will become more accessible and will be increasingly used for OSH training, capturing data on how workers perform, especially as an alternative to training in real highrisk environments. However, the lack of people contact and real hands-on supervision risks turning this approach into gaming, which may not reduce risk in the manner initially anticipated.

Mental Health/Wellness – Fatigue and Sleep Deprivation As we strive to make things seem easier, we have designed a world which has become increasingly complex. There is less time to think through an issue mindfully in our rush to a search engine to continually analyse rather than discuss and communicate on a personal and creative level.

Mental Health strategies will become more established and will create a new way of doing business which is more ‘people focused’, especially if the HSE enforces expected standards.

Hopefully we will see boundaries placed on our increasingly ambiguous 24/7

In 2020 there will be a changed stance towards effective leadership, and new approaches guided by occupational psychology and mindfulness will become important.

We will re-learn the art of prioritisation and time management, but we must avoid becoming human robots.

Working Structure and Standards – Creating New Health Concerns The growth of the gig economy will continue. Regulating this sector and protecting these workers will become increasingly difficult. Lone worker initiatives to meet, to see each other, to speak across time zones and around the world will become vital to fight loneliness, which I predict will become a new health concern.

Criminals will continue to operate and traffic people to work in low paid, poor conditions. The extent of modern slavery within so called civilised society will become more apparent and greater legislative controls will be needed to ensure supply chains around the world are protecting the most vulnerable.

OSH Industry Approaches We are already starting to see a rejection of the type of OSH management which involves control, restriction, rules and autocratic, persuasive, hierarchical management.

Going back to basics will be important; skills around empathy, curiosity, compromise, resilience and tact will be required. I believe businesses will work together more and start to look outside of specific

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Recent case law has seen restrictions placed on legal privilege in OSH cases for the purposes of reaching root cause. I can see this being extended to remove even more restrictions to understand why and how decisions were made.

The consequences of Grenfell will be far reaching, and we will see multiple personal prosecutions of Directors and Company Officers which will set a precedent for those who choose not to embrace the spirit of OSH legislation.

I predict we will see more directors and decision makers jailed for longer.

The courts will impose fines which will take the worst offenders out of business and they will clamp down on phoenix companies who close down and re-open under a different name with the same directors.

New Vigilance – as we leave the EU Data and targeted independent research by the next generation of

academics will highlight trends in health and sickness linked to work, lifestyle and what we do in ways we have not yet fully assessed. Risks we currently consider as being acceptable will be re-evaluated. For example, in the same way extreme physical contact in football, rugby and other sports is now being researched due to links with brain diseases and injuries.

As we leave the EU, the UK will have a choice to de-regulate OSH, but this will be politically sensitive. Where OSH may have once been a business “top priority”, protecting cyber security and supply chains means the focus shifts to keep things moving.

Climate Change From an OSH perspective we could see a rise in illnesses and disease due to exposure to solar radiation, heat, cold and poor sanitation. We may experience more resistant disease which we cannot control. A combination of atmospheric pollutants and exposure to occupational hazards will reduce life expectancy

especially in developing nations.

As an industry we need to find positive actionable ways to deal with these challenges as they arise and support other in protecting themselves and their employees from newly scrutinised hazards.

Learning from the Past…

Our incident and accident statistics in the UK compare favourably on the world stage but this has plateaued.

Personally, I believe we can still do better but not by approaching OSH as we have always done. In order to do better yet it is important to learn from the lessons of our past, consider basic OSH principals, and maintain constant vigilance.

Complacency is not our friend.

The next generation naturally values diversity, inclusion and fairness. They are likely to not only have multiple jobs but multiple careers. With any luck, a good proportion will consider becoming future OSH leaders, and they will be the ones to look back at the end of this coming decade.

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Graham Plumbers’ Merchant scores at Twickenham Graham Plumbers’ Merchant has recently supplied Willmott Dixon Interiors with a range of brassware and sanitaryware products for Twickenham Stadium’s East Stand redevelopment.

The full £34 million fit-out encompassed 11,000m2 of hospitality space and took 40 weeks to complete. The finished East Stand now consists of six floors of event space for private hire, including bars, restaurants, conference facilities and a rooftop rose garden, for use on both match and non-match days.

Graham Plumbers’ Merchant supplied contractors Willmott Dixon Interiors with a variety of sanitaryware products, brassware and other items such as hand driers and washroom accessories.

The products were used to fit-out washroom areas across all six floors, including accessible WCs, cleaners’ stores and staff areas.

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Services Manager Commercial Sales and Spares for the South at Graham was behind the lengthy strategy for the project and engaged in several value engineering exercises with the Willmott Dixon Interiors team to select the best products for the job.

completion. What stood out for me was the proactive approach of the Graham staff and their ability to deliver under tight time constraints on what was a challenging project. Graham also went above and beyond to ensure that any issues were closed out before completion.”

David commented: ‘From day one I was involved in collating all the relevant information and preparing the finalised quote.

Once everything had been signed off, I then passed the project over to our brilliant team at the Hayes branch, who were instrumental in servicing the project with supreme excellence.

A great combined effort that I was very proud to be part of.’

“I found the value engineering side of the service very useful and the staff were really committed to providing options that worked within our budget and programme constraints. This is the first time I have worked with Graham, I would definitely recommend the merchant in the future without any reservations.”

Chris Musson was Senior Quantity Surveyor on the project for Wilmott Dixon Interiors.

Chris commented: ‘The service we received from Graham was excellent from inception to project

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Leica Geosystems enriches construction collaboration with the launch of BLK3D Web and integration with Autodesk® Leica Geosystems announces BLK3D Web, an online collaboration workflow that extends the Leica BLK3D Imager by enabling users to share 3D measurable images with anyone, anywhere online.

The BLK3D device allows users to take precise, 3D measurements directly in the images it creates. Now, with a BLK3D Publisher license, those 3D image files can be easily and securely uploaded to the cloud. Once published, the 3D image files can be viewed and measured with BLK3D Web via a shared link, a simple and powerful tool used across major collaboration platforms today.

“BLK3D Web in-picture measurements make communication clearer when explaining issues to project teams. The ability to

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measure on the fly without having to revisit a jobsite is very valuable,” said Megan Levick, virtual construction engineer, PC Construction.

“BLK3D Web is a great tool for architects and those who draft or model existing conditions often, or to anyone who frequently does renovation projects.”

BLK3D Web runs on all major desktop web browsers.

Owners, subcontractors and other project stakeholders with access to the shared link can measure and mark-up the image files without requiring additional software or licenses.

“With the launch of the BLK3D, construction professionals across a variety of industries experienced the benefit of images containing 3D measurement data,” said Tobias Heller, senior product

manager, BLK3D. “BLK3D Web greatly expands access to measurable images, driving more informed collaboration across project teams through a simple URL.” Furthermore, Leica Geosystems premiered during the last edition of Autodesk University the Leica BLK3D integration with Autodesk® BIM 360™ Docs which enables BIM 360 users to utilize BLK3D measurable images in the issue creation and resolution workflow. Adding 3D images to issues provides richer context to provide team members collaborating in BIM 360, and helps accelerate decision making by bringing site conditions from the field into the office.

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Any venue where people spend any degree of time almost inevitably has what it thinks is an accessible toilet.

But how accessible is it? Is it suitable for, compliant with religious, cultural considerations, as well as disabilities?

To help venues meet the needs of as many people as possible, Closomat has put together a quick reference guide to achieve an accessible WC facility that meets the needs of the majority. ‘Opening the Door to Optimum WC Accessibility- Top Tips’ covers 10 simple things to include, from lever taps to a midlevel mirror. It also adds a couple of recommendations for fixtures, that require no additional space but significantly extend the suitability of the toilet, such as adding a ceiling track hoist- which takes up no space, and changing a conventional WC for a wash & dry toilet.

“Say ‘accessible’ and people think of a wheelchair,” observes Robin Tuffley, marketing manager @ Closomat, Britain’s leading provider of enabling toilet facilities in and out of the home. “Only about 10% of people with a disability use a wheelchair.

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people with other disabilities, many of which still impact on their ability to use conventional WC facilities.

“By definition, accessibility means the ability to access. It is not confined to a physical limitation, but extends far beyond, including religious, cultural considerations too. For example, Islamic practice is to wash not wipe, and there are now more Muslims in the UK than there are wheelchair users. Japanese people similarly wash rather than wipe, and the number of Japanese visitors to the UK (not just London) increased by almost 10% this year alone.”

Adds Robin, “It is not reasonable nor practical for a lot of venues, particularly smaller outlets, to provide toilet facilities that address every eventuality. But a little thought and a couple of changes to fixtures in even a conventional unisex wheelchair accessible toilet goes a long way to meet the needs of most.”

The Top Tips has been developed to be a quick reference point/ check list of things to consider; Regulations vary depending on the type of venue, its size/ capacity etc. Closomat has developed more detailed white

papers covering specific industry sectors, and still advises appropriate qualified consultation be undertaken.

Closomat is the expert in accessible, inclusive toilet provision.

It was the first company to introduce wash & dry toilets into the UKsome 50 years ago. Its #1 seller, the Palma Vita, is the only WC of its kind developed specifically for disabled people, and the only one manufactured in Britain.

Closomat is today the ‘go to’ source for accessible toilet facilities; its website www.closomat.co.uk, has a host of resources to enable all involved in the provision of toilet facilities, at home, or away, to access all the information required, via white papers, CAD blocks, typical layouts, and NBS clauses.

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Raising expectations: Ceiling design in the experience economy Armstrong Ceiling Solutions’ marketing communications manager Isabel Blanco reflects on life in the era of the experience economy: a time where every activity, every transaction and every surrounding is an experience.

We live in the era of the experience economy: a time when even the most commoditised space is subject to shared experiences and open feedback. A time where great experiences become the expectation, not the exception. And thanks to the democratisation of the internet and social media, for whatever space you find yourself in, you’ll find an online mirror of it.

This isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It fosters competition and drives the creators and facilitators of these spaces to try harder and create positive experiences for the end-user. In every space within this experience economy, design and architecture must play their part in improving the experience. And the ceiling space is central to this ambition.

Elevating experiences through the ceiling Ceilings can fundamentally shape people’s experience of a space. They bring in light, sculpt the soundscape and enhance air quality - transforming a simple, functional space into a world-class experience.

Materials and design choices are crucial to achieving this.

Modern mineral tiles ceiling systems deliver cutting-edge performance in light reflectance.

High-white finishes help bathe indoor spaces in natural daylight. This boosts occupants’ experience, in everything from increased productivity and concentration to happiness and general wellbeing.

Similarly, suspended ceiling solutions can create a more

pleasing visual environment, some by concealing services above and some by creating a more vibrant sense of space, effectively shaping and directing sound. Providing a balance between acoustics and aesthetics, which helps ensure that teachers are heard in classrooms and students in lecture halls, means students can learn more effectively.

They transform the wards of hospitals into welcoming spaces for healing to happen, or ensure office workers can concentrate on quiet working as much as they can collaborate.

It all combines to elevate experiences beyond the spatial element of the environment.

But what part do regulations and standards play in this context?

The push for credits BREEAM and green building certifications increasingly characterise our spaces - how they’re designed, built and function. These programmes are characterised by credit systems. That’s all that separates, for example, a BREEAM Outstanding project from one that is Good. Across every category, from energy and innovation to wellbeing and waste, there is a continual push for credits at every stage of the design and build process.

Here, the ceiling contributes again: visual, acoustic and thermal comfort, the minimisation of VOCs (volatile organic compounds), recycling and hygiene - all play their part in securing credits. This essentially improves the experience of the environment for everyone involved.

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hygiene are two examples.

In terms of safety, ceiling solutions must conform to all relevant fire resistance/reaction standards. Equally, the use of ‘anti-seismic’ solutions adds reassurance to projects in earthquake areas. These features do far more than simply safeguard lives. They also add reassurance to the overall experience.

In environments like hospitals, schools and public or retail spaces, bacteria and infections can also present risks. The use of passive inhibitors offers a first level of protection as well as contributing to the greater technical performance of a space.

But over and above this, by inhibiting the growth and spread of bacteria, they enhance the experience of a space. It’s another example of how the technical performance behind a space can contribute to the experiential factors in people’s minds.

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By securing points in terms of sustainability, we can kindle that trend and align our spaces with a more positive eco-experience.

Using Cradle to Cradle Certified™ solutions is one way that this can be achieved.

The symbiosis of environment and experience User-centred design and keeping wellbeing front of mind are essential to creating great experiences. Just think about retail environments: supermarkets undergo regular in-store reshuffles as they seek to improve not simply the environment but the experience. By doing so, they transform these hubs into desirable destinations.

The same applies for work environments and hospitals that are rated for comfort as much as capability.

Ultimately, every space is a shop window - how it appears, how it sounds, how it feels and how it performs, its impact on our planet, and its potential for future generations. All of this combines into how a space becomes an experience.

And with this in mind, is how we need to design.

To learn how Armstrong Ceiling Solutions can help you transform your environments into experiences, visit www. armstrongceilingsolutions. co.uk.

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The Rise of Wireless and Importance of Integration In today’s fast-paced digital age, we’re constantly subject to change - and it’s no different for access control. Trevor Ball of Allegion UK asks whether we truly understand the importance of seamless system integration in today’s shifting access control market.

The world of access control is changing. Ask anyone active in the industry and the likelihood is that they’ll confirm a shift in landscape.

Take a step back and you realise how quickly access control has advanced, moving from traditional lock and key methods to the tech-driven security solutions we find in our facilities today.

Generally, as we continue to seek convenience through technological development, we’re seeing a rapidly advancing trend in the implementation of wireless connectivity. Whether this be the devices you find around the home (think wireless headphones or smart home devices) to the advancing market of wireless access control solutions. Today, the idea is to connect devices together,

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wherever and whenever possible.

The development of wireless access control, in particular, has provided facilities with an abundance of options, including what we now know as “cloud-based” access control. “Pure IP” cloud systems, for example, take access control online, creating a new streamlined security infrastructure – and this is a market that’s set to continue growing exponentially. But this upgrade doesn’t come without challenges.

Change is good?

This adoption of new technologies is mostly viewed in a positive light, seen as an opportunity for improved security and an industry moving forward. However, for some, with change comes more responsibility and, perhaps far worse, uncertainty.

Present an online access control solution to those with an existing physical security system and questions are raised. Will it improve security? How much will it cost? And is it possible for me to integrate the

solution into my existing system?

Although cloud-based systems can offer a more modernised, assured security network, not everyone is inclined to see it that way at first glance. To those with an already established system (no matter how effective it is), upgrades can mean hassle with additional installations, internal network systems and costs all needing to be considered.

Yet, misconceptions concerning time, costs and integration are just that – misconceptions. The advancing market has given us access to solutions that can recreate or even convert older systems into something that is compatible with new access control software. Pure IP cloud systems, in particular, can improve the overall management of a building’s security with simplicity.

The revolution is coming So, as increased connectivity continues to drive market trends, will it eventually force facilities to make the switch? That debate can only be

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answered with time. However, we only have to look at the accelerating growth of mobile credential usage to see that these disruptive trends could be moving faster than we think.

And for that we must prepare.

Seamless integration really is key here. As more choose to update the systems on their premises, we must ensure that building security isn’t compromised in the process.

Whilst there’s still a place for physical hardware, facility managers can no longer deliver the expected level of security with a mismatch of security systems running through their buildings. The incorporation of IoT-led security devices (designed to integrate with existing systems) should be seen as a step forward.

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and numerous access points, a set of facilities such as this can own multiple security systems. Today, integrated networks can help facility managers successfully manage multiple geographically dispersed locations in real-time – something that has not been possible from one system until recently. Adding to that, the data that is collected and monitored via these systems is invaluable for facility managers, allowing them to better aid the flow of movement and even understand weak areas of security.

Seamless upgrades Although the phrase “integration” has almost become clichéd in our industry, the reality is that it is a concept of great importance and one that can no longer be ignored.

In short, pairing existing systems with fully-integratable modern access control can not only streamline processes but also improve existing security networks. And as market demand shifts and manufacturers continue to offer these simplified security systems, it could only

be a matter of time until most premises choose to incorporate them. After all, the benefits are clear and the technology is available.

And with this in mind, maybe access control truly does belong on the network.

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Spotlight on Emergency Lighting as Advanced Appoints New Business Manager Global fire and life safety company, Advanced, has appointed a new business manager to support the growth of its emergency lighting business.

Matt Jones joins Advanced from his role as product manager at Apollo Fire Detectors. In his new role, Matt will leverage Advanced’s strong reputation in the fire industry to tap into new emergency lighting markets and grow the LuxIntelligent and EasySafe brands.

LuxIntelligent is an addressable automatic test system that examines all emergency lighting to check it is compliant and functioning or, in the event of a failure, provides accurate maintenance guidance without the need for manual intervention.

The system can be integrated with almost any type of light, offers a host of unique technical features and proves compliance

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with BS 5266. EasySafe is a new range of addressable, lowvoltage emergency luminaires and exit signs that work with LuxIntelligent control panels and can be installed and maintained without the need for a qualified electrician.

Matt said: “In the fire industry, Advanced is synonymous with performance, quality and ease of use, a reputation I want to mirror across our emergency lighting portfolio. We have a strong presence in the UK with plenty of growth potential, but we also aim to maximise the opportunity to expand globally as we have done with our fire products.”

Pete Browitt, Managing Director at Advanced, said: “We’re introducing further innovative products to our emergency lighting product line, the imminent launch of our EasySafe low voltage emergency lights will establish us

as the only manufacturer to enable the use of both low and high voltage lights on the same loop.

The addition of Matt to the team means we are now in a strong position to be able to drive our solution forward in key markets.”

Advanced serves around 80 countries from bases in the UK and around the world and, in 2018, consolidated its operations to one, 48,000 sq ft base in Newcastle Upon Tyne to meet growing domestic and international demand for its products.

Advanced, owned by FTSE 100 company Halma PLC, has its emergency lighting solutions installed in a number of highprofile sites across the UK, from Cambridge University to Knightsbridge’s Berkeley Hotel.

Halma is a global group of lifesaving technology companies with a clear purpose to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.

Advanced is a world leader in the development and manufacture of intelligent fire systems.

Advanced’s reputation for performance, quality and ease of use see its products specified in locations around the world, from single-panel installations to large, multi-site networks. Advanced’s products include complete fire detection systems, multiprotocol fire panels, extinguishing control, fire paging and false alarm management systems. uk.advancedco.com

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Building & Refurbishment

Highcliffe Castle security heightened ahead of returning exhibits Nestling on the border of Dorset and Hampshire, sitting atop the cliffs at Highcliffe; is the Grade I Listed Highcliffe castle. It stayed a family home until the early 1950s when it was sold to become a children’s convalescent home, but was closed in 1952. In 1966, prior to the Castle being sold for redevelopment, a fire damaged much of the exterior. Another fire a year after the sale left it to ruin. It was not until 1994, that the phased scheme to repair and conserve the building began.

As part of the 18-month building project, Greendale Construction contacted Selectaglaze, the leading specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of secondary glazing for thermal and security solutions for the castle’s new exhibition spaces.

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of previously repaired windows as well as the conservation of existing exposed brickwork.

Working closely with Greendale and architects Rodney Melville and Partners; Selectaglaze provided the Castle with a bespoke solution to compliment the restoration of the rooms meeting acceptable museum standards and levels of; humidity, light and security. This will allow the return of most of the Marshal Ney furniture which is currently in the V&A Museum where Selectaglaze previously installed secondary glazing units in the Henry Cole Wing. As the castle is Listed, any security measures taken had to be sympathetic.

Selectaglaze installed 3 high security Series 85 2 – pane horizontal slider units,

glazed with a 12mm Tecdur anti-bandit glass, which were certified to LPS 1175 SR2.

“We enjoyed working with Selectaglaze on the Highcliffe project and are impressed with their service and security products.” Chris Cave, Contracts Manager, Greendale Construction Limited.

Founded in 1966, Royal Warrant Holder Selectaglaze is the leading secondary glazing specialist offering high performance noise insulation, improved building energy performance, environmental control and certified security.

For further information, please contact Selectaglaze on 01727 837271/e mail: enquiries@ selectaglaze.co.uk or visit: www.selectaglaze.co.uk

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Fire & Hazard Protection

Fire safety measures start from the inside With 2019 alone seeing five serious incidents of fire in multiple occupancy residences[1], a leading supplier of polymer building services solutions is advising that contractors consider fire safety regulations more closely alongside acoustic performance when specifying soil and waste drainage solutions for high-rise developments.

Following incidents such as the Cube student accommodation fire in Bolton and the release of Phase I of the Grenfell Inquiry, there have been calls for more careful selection of materials and systems for high-rise developments, with an emphasis on adhering to fire regulations.

With internal building services such as soil and wastage drainage systems constituting vital parts of a high-rise development, REHAU is highlighting how these solutions can play a key role in

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preventing fire from spreading through pipework. Specifically, the polymer solution providers are advocating contractors to consider fire protection properties in conjunction with acoustic performance and cost when selecting an appropriate solution for their projects.

Though building fire safety and acoustic performance standards are detailed separately in The Building Regulations as part of Approved document B and E, a clear link between both is not set

out. Yet by specifying drainage solutions with correctly-installed fire collars, contractors can offer a further line of defence against fire without compromising on acoustic performance.

“Recent incidences of fire in multiple-occupancy buildings have rightfully called into question all aspects of high-rise multiple occupancy developments with regards to fire regulations and prevention measures,” said Franz Huelle, Head of Technical at REHAU Building Solutions. “We at REHAU want to champion fire safety and resistance and have developed solutions such as RAUPIANO PLUS with this in mind.

“With acoustic soil and waste drainage systems, many contractors still regard acoustic performance and fire safety regulations as separate concerns. We want to stress the importance of considering these factors together when specifying drainage systems, because, if a system doesn’t adhere to Building Regulations, it may put residents at risk and require a costly re-installation.”

For more information about the RAUPIANO PLUS and its fire safety capabilities, visit: www.rehau.uk/raupiano

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Recycling & Waste Management

Changing recycling behaviours in the workplace Recycling and waste are among the most talked about issues in the UK at the moment; though the only thing people seem to agree about is that we can’t keep going the way we are currently. However, organisations have the opportunity to have a significant impact as most people recycle at home but are less likely to in the workplace.

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For example, a company in the UK, who shall remain nameless, found that they were looking 88 kilograms of recycling a day with desk bins, which adds up to over 32 tonnes a year. They found that over 20% of what was in their general waste bins was food. Food waste is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gases, though it can be a resource when it’s collected and sent for commercial composting to create nutrient dense fertilizer.

For an organisation, there are a multitude of benefits that can come from an effective recycling solution, in addition to improving their green credentials. A considered recycling system can save you time, money and recyclables, while also improving your Corporate Social Responsibility; this is particularly important as customers and potential employees are increasingly prioritising organisations that are reducing their impact.

One of the greatest barriers to effective recycling in the workplace is that the way we design our spaces has changed rapidly from closed offices and cubicles to open plan spaces; but bins and recycling systems have remained the same. Traditional options such as desk bins or bins hidden in cupboards allow individuals to place all of their waste into one space discreetly.

Let’s be honest here, recycling takes a certain amount of personal motivation, from educating ourselves to simply getting up from our desks to recycle. Further, at work many of the factors

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that encourage individuals to recycle at home are missing at work such as; the financial benefits of reducing the cost of waste disposal through recycling, a constant stream of feedback or awareness, control over the location of bins and often someone that encourages or enforces the correct behaviours.

How to achieve results We believe that to have the greatest impact on their recycling rates organisations need to consider; how their space is laid out and what they need to change to make recycling more convenient than general waste options, and how they motivate individuals to change their behaviour.

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removing desk bins and bins that are hidden away. To have the greatest success the bins should complement the modern aesthetics and become a featured part of office design This means that when an individual needs to dispose of an item each recycling and waste option is available to them - making it more convenient than general waste options. Further, when an individual is out in the open where others can see them, they’re more likely to consider where their waste goes, even subconsciously.

To get employee buy in, the organisation needs to make it clear that recycling and sustainability are a priority. The visible bins will become a statement of your organisation’s commitment but to maximise results you should measure your

waste and recycling.

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Cleaning & Hygiene

Avoid a kitchen nightmare Keep your kitchen clean, hygienic and safe Protecting customers from an outbreak of food poisoning and keeping staff safe while they’re at work are vital. Barry Osborn, from TWO Services, explains why daily cleaning and a little help from the professionals is the key to success.

From correctly cleaning utensils to storing food, there are a number of things that contribute to a clean and safe kitchen. Here’s a guide to help you achieve them all.

Hygiene and cleaning training All kitchen staff, whether its front or back of house, should be trained on cleaning and hygiene practices. Having rigorous food safety standards across the industry is vital. And failure to follow them is like playing roulette with peoples’ safety.

Hand washing is an essential

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part of the cleaning and hygiene practice. Hands should be washed before preparing food and extra care should be given after handling raw food.

Kitchen staff should complete basic Food Safety (Level 1) to Advanced Food Safety & Hygiene for supervisors and managers (levels 3 and 4), so they have the knowledge to comply with food safety legislation, promote good food hygiene practices and contribute towards an effective HACCP food safety management system.

Daily cleaning Use a clean, dry cloth when cleaning, and ensure you’re using the correct products recommended by

the manufacturer. Remember not to use steel wool, bleach or caustic chemicals which can damage the finish and increase the risk of corrosion.

Utensils should, where possible, be washed in a dishwasher and surfaces should be kept tidy so they are easier to keep clean.

Regularly clean the things that people touch in the kitchen, such as; work surfaces, taps, door handles, and switches. Clean up

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Cleaning & Hygiene spills as soon as they happen, especially if it’s raw meat or eggs.

And don’t forget about your walls.

Tiles should be wiped down in the same way as your work surfaces as they can harbour germs too.

Ovens are the workhorse of a kitchen. Drip trays or drains can collect a dangerous build-up of combustible oils and grease, which presents a fire hazard.

Remove pieces of food which have escaped the trays and clean food residues and oils properly.

Storing food correctly Organising your kitchen so you have separate chopping boards for the preparation of meat, fish and vegetables, are all simple but important aspects to get right. And with the rise in allergies to things such as dairy and nuts, policies for avoiding cross contamination of ingredients are more stringent than ever.

Don’t overlook your refrigeration, it’s a vital element of food safety.

Store raw food away from cooked and ready-to-eat food, and make sure it’s labelled correctly with a use by date. Go through your fridges each month, remove food which is no longer suitable, and wash and disinfect thoroughly.

In a hot kitchen, the refrigeration units work hard to keep food chilled. If fridges are not maintaining the temperature they should, report it as soon as you can. If a problem is picked up early, it could mean a new door seal rather than a whole new chiller.

Ductwork Not all dirt is visible, so don’t assume your ductwork and extraction systems are clean just because you can’t see them. If deposits of grease are allowed to accumulate in extract ductwork, a flash flame or high temperature may cause deposits to ignite.

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spreading to other parts of the building. In fact, a spokesman for the Fire Authority said: “uncleaned grease in extract ventilation systems present probably the greatest potential fire risk in buildings with catering facilities.”

One way to greatly reduce the risk of fire is by sticking to a regular cleaning programme and getting your ductwork cleaned by an accredited organisation to TR/19 standards.

Deep cleans for your kitchen Following the guidance above is essential, but there will be limits to the level of deep cleaning that can be done. To ensure heavy equipment such as ovens and ductwork are cleaned properly, you’ll need to invest in deep cleans, at a minimum of every 6 months.

It isn’t as expensive or as disruptive as you might think. At TWO Services we can deep clean kitchens overnight so there’s no disruption to your food service.

And it doesn’t cost any more than daytime. We also offer bespoke cleaning regimes where we tailor our approach to suit your finances and your schedule – it doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

Maintenance checks Poorly maintained equipment can increase the risk of breaching

health & safety regulations, so maintenance is vital. Regular maintenance checks will help to protect your equipment, nip problems in the bud and avoid costly breakdowns.

Why TWO Services Our staff are trained to work with access equipment and clean at high levels, and can move and dismantle heavy equipment to clean hard to reach areas not dealt with on a daily basis. We’ll clean and degrease every inch of your ovens, refrigeration, storage, racking, equipment, counter tops, ceilings, walls and floors, giving you a hygienic baseline to maintain with good daily cleaning.

We work to the highest standards using an integrated management system. We’re accredited to BS EN ISO 9001: 2015, BS EN ISO 14001: 2015 (environmental) and OHSAS 18001: 2007 (health and safety).

All our work is carried out in accordance with the European, Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations (in all cases, the latest issue applies) and COSHH. We provide certificates of hygiene after each clean.

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