BFM Magazine October 2019 Issue

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October 2019

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Fusion21 Announces £250 Million Energy Efficiency Framework

On The Cover

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Smoke control system maintenance is essential for compliance

Lifts, Escalators & High Access

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Stuck in a Lift? Here are our top 5 Do’s and Don’ts

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Standardisation & Consistency: Improve Recycling Rates in Your Workplace

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Full list of all the exhibiitors to the Public Sector FM Event

Building & Refurbishment

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Safe and noise free computer room secondary glazed for a worthwhile cause

HVAC

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Rinnai CPD on Continuous Flow Hot Water Delivery on Demand Now Fully Approved By CIBSE

Flooring

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Altro’s Patient Centred Ethos Boosts Wellbeing at Hillingdon Hospital

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Fusion21 Announces £250 Million Energy Efficiency Framework Procurement organisation and social enterprise Fusion21 has announced the launch of its national Energy Efficiency Framework – worth up to £250 Million over a four-year period.

Specifically designed to meet the needs of the public sector – including housing associations, NHS trusts, bluelight organisations, education providers, local authorities and central government – the framework offers external and internal wall insulation, the design, maintenance and installation of domestic and non-domestic solar photovoltaic systems, battery storage and solar carparks, plus cladding replacement, electric vehicle charging points and LED lighting.

Split into seven lots, the framework provides regional coverage and will facilitate local delivery. It has been structured to enable suppliers - including SMEs and specialist contractors, to bid for works suited to their capability, experience and expertise.

Peter Francis, Director of Operation at Fusion21 said: “In

response to market and member feedback, we’ve developed this flexible procurement solution to help Fusion21 members achieve energy efficiency outcomes – including reduced carbon emissions and increased cost savings.

“These benefits contribute to supporting the government’s decarbonisation agenda and will also positively impact upon the carbon footprint of organisations, the wider environment and residents living in domestic properties.

“Offering flexible call-off options, organisations calling off this compliant framework will gain access to support from technical procurement experts, social value delivery tailored to organisational priorities and a rigorously accessed and experienced supply chain.

“We welcome applications from interested organisations that meet the criteria set out in

the tender documentation now available on the mytenders web portal – www.mytenders.co.uk – under Notice ID OCT158433” The submission deadline is Wednesday 27th November 2019 at 12 noon.

Fusion21 provides fully compliant procurement services to the public sector and is committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. To date the firm has saved more than £225 million through the procurement process, created 6,500 jobs and generated more than £80 million of social impact.

About Fusion21: Providing fully compliant procurement frameworks for property, construction and the built environment in addition to social value services, Fusion21 prides itself on making a real impact – whether that’s on bottom-line cost savings for the public sector, or seeing a local community begin to thrive.

Active nationwide, the firm has delivered savings worth more than £225 million for its members and won awards for achievements in procurement and social value.

Find us on Twitter: @Fusion21SocEnt Visit us online: www.fusion21.co.uk

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Dulux Trade launches new Colour Excellence Programme

The cutting-edge technology has been developed by the paint brand to redefine the way colour is created in the industry, providing faster, more accurate and more consistent colours across a range of products.

Using a unique system, Dulux Trade products can now be mixed into a unique colour that can then be personally named and stored, allowing decorators to return to store and re-tint the exact colour in any product for years to come from the one single scan.

Committed to the way colour is delivered and applied, Dulux Trade is not compromising on quality - with the paint still reaching an immersive depth of colour as well as keeping its consistency robust and repeatable.

A team of specialists has been working tirelessly to introduce new technology throughout the colour creation process, with new scanners, colour mixing recipe updates and updated paint matching software to ensure excellent colour accuracy and a smooth end to end experience for decorators

and their clients.

The Dulux Trade Colour Sensor - a pocket-sized scanning gadget - launched in July to help decorators make colour recommendations to customers in the comfort of their own homes. experts.

The cutting-edge device “The upgrades not only make scans any given surface to colour choice easy but provide enable the user to make colour an unrivalled experience in colour recommendations on the spot. matching so that professional This improved colour matching decorators can have every technology is also supported by the confidence they are providing development of a new streamlined the best and most accurate Dulux 384 colour wall so that it product to their customers.” is easier for decorators to help their customers to choose and scheme with colours in store.

For more information, visit: https:// www.duluxtradepaintexpert.co.uk/ The palette is the perfect choice content/dulux-colour-excellence for those that don’t have a colour in mind and can be viewed on new UK MANUFACTURERS OF colour walls being installed in stores STREET FURNITURE across the UK. Karen Wilkinson, Dulux Trade Marketing Lead, said: “Dulux Trade puts colour at the heart of all we do, we bring the magic of art and POSTS - HINGED & TELESCOPIC science together BOLLARDS - STEEL & STAINLESS to make it as easy as possible for HOOPED BARRIERS professionals to get CYCLE STANDS & RACKS the perfect colour for their customers, CYCLE SHELTERS every time.

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PW-Aroma introduces Scentaura fragrance diffuser range Leading air-freshening innovator P-Wave® has launched a new fragrance diffuser range under its recently created PW-Aroma brand. Produced in partnership with manufacturer Carpex, the Scentaura range of fragrance diffusers are ergonomically designed, discrete and user friendly.

“Ideal for anyone looking to offer an up-market experience in their venue, the new PW-Aroma Scentaura fragrance diffuser range features advanced micro-diffusion technology, operates silently, and creates a perfect ambiance of subtle fragrance,” said P-Wave Sales and Marketing Manager Mark Wintle. “The Scentaura and Scentaura BT units have three scent diffusion levels, delivering coverage up to 200m3. The standard Scentaura unit is controlled via a panel below the front cover, but the Scentaura BT adds bluetooth control and advanced programming via a smartphone or tablet.”

Available in black or white, the Scentaura and Scentaura BT fragrance diffusers can be mounted on walls or flat surfaces. The 50ml

Aroma cartridges are effective for up to 90 days.

Completing the range is the Scentaura Max 1200 which has coverage of up to 1200m3 and is effective in large areas. Available in three colours (white, claret and black), and two sizes, 1200L (630mm tall) and 1200S (420mm tall), Scentaura Max 1200 features a digital display with 24-hour operation. It includes fully adjustable start/stop, diffusion and stand-by intervals as well as a weekend on/off function.

“Scentaura, Scentaura BT, and Scentaura Max deliver a choice of six well-researched and consumer-tested popular fragrances in easy to change aroma oil cartridges,” said Mark Wintle.

Basil & Citrus is ideal for offices, banks, spas and health clubs, giving a feeling of freshness with basil and citrus notes and an aromatic heart, finishing with robust amber and woody notes. Perfect for hotels, offices, banks, showrooms and shopping areas, Big Boss makes a fresh introduction with bergamot and lavender, blended with cinnamon, aniseed and jasmine, then delivers confidence with its classic musky base note.

Ideal for cafés, restaurants and hotels, Cute delivers a floral and fruity scent designed to surround you with positive feelings. A simple

mango, nectarine and blood orange introduction is met with a complex heart of lotus, apple, raspberry and water lily, while musk, coconut and sandalwood bring home a perfect finish. Aimed at offices, hotels and spas, Noble Garden delivers a fresh garden experience thanks to floral and green notes.

A bergamot, lime, grass and mint opening continues with rose, peony and geranium, finishing with cedarwood and fruity musk.

TScentaura and Scentaura BT diffusers are both available in black or white Oriental Blossom is perfect for offices, cafés and restaurants, banks, showrooms, shopping areas and hotels, with a fresh marine and floral scent that conjures up images of the beach. A geranium, jasmine and lily of the valley heart blends into a soft and long-lasting ending with crystalline musk. Finally, White Jasmine is aimed at shopping areas and hotels, offering a delicate fragrance with floral characteristics which begin with mystic jasmine and aromatic lavender, followed by a heart of honeysuckle and ylang ylang, and end with white musk.

“Scentaura, from PWAroma, offers the widest range of carefully researched and developed fragrances, delivered via the most advanced microdiffusion technology from elegant units, designed for low power consumption,” said Mark Wintle.

“No matter what the location or space, Scentaura will enhance the experience for everyone.” www.p-wave.co.uk

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On The Cover

Maintaining residential safety and compliance

By Simon North – Service and Maintenance Division Manager with SE Controls

With the introduction of the updated 2019 edition of Building Regulations ADB on 30th August, it’s evident that considerable progress has been made on improving residential safety, particularly within high-rise buildings, since the Grenfell Tower fire. However, it’s universally accepted that there is still more to be done.

In addition to the detailed review of construction industry regulations standards, much of the focus has rightfully been directed towards replacing potentially hazardous and non-compliant products, such as cladding, alongside the wider adoption of automatic fire suppression systems.

As building regulations already require residential buildings over threestoreys to be fitted with smoke control systems, which protect escape routes and keep them free from smoke, any move to supplement this protection with other safety technologies and solutions must be welcomed.

However, fire safety systems and their individual component parts are only as good as their maintenance regime. All too often, SE Controls engineers have been called to a property to undertake an inspection or review its smoke control systems only to discover there are issues that would directly impact on safety, impair escape and put lives at risk if a fire should occur.

It must be said, that in many cases, there is nothing inherently wrong with the design, installation and operational aspects of these systems, but their performance and reliability have been severely compromised purely by the lack of correct maintenance by skilled and, more importantly, qualified personnel.

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Focussing on safety At SE Controls, our business is focused on life safety smoke control systems that enable residents to exit a building in the event of a fire. These systems are often complex, and they must operate without fail when needed, so ongoing maintenance regimes are a critical aspect of ensuring ‘failsafe’ operation.

During the past two years, we have been approached by a growing number of housing associations (HA) and local authorities (LA) to assess a wide range of existing smoke control installations in their properties to ensure they are operating correctly and are compliant within the scope of the current regulations.

Our findings in most cases were that the systems were malfunctioning and lives were placed at risk, as a consequence of a range of different maintenance related issues. A common factor in these assessments was that a ‘fire contractor’ had carried out the system’s maintenance as part of a ‘bundled’ package.

Compromising safety and compliance Whilst it is perfectly understandable that with ongoing budget pressures, HAs and LAs would want to save money by ‘bundling’ fire systems maintenance and smoke ventilation maintenance into an integrated multi-disciplined ‘fire service and support’ contract.

However, compliance to a contract does not infer compliance to legislation, which is an important distinction. Compliance to the contract covers off matters such as when PPM visits are scheduled and completed; how quickly reports are completed and number of call outs attended etc. These can be measured and are generally included in KPIs that compliance managers use to manage their contractors.

The procedures for maintaining

smoke control products, equipment and systems is defined by a range of important specific legislation, yet it’s quite common that compliance teams and compliance managers know very little about this vital legislation, which could compromise tenant safety.

Insufficient emphasis is placed on matters such as whether the attending engineer is trained and equipped to maintain the systems; whether the smoke ventilation system is fit for purpose and keeping tenants safe or is the system compliant to the legal obligations that the building owner or managing agent is the responsible person for?

Meeting the safety standards Under the scope of British Standards, including BS9991, BS9999 and BS7346 Part 8, together with Building Regulations ADB; the European EN12101 standard and best practice guidance documents from the Smoke Control Association, there are specific maintenance requirements and procedures for smoke ventilation systems that must be followed.

The penalties for not adhering to these safety standards can be significant, including the prosecution of companies, building owners, landlords and individuals responsible for building maintenance, resulting in punitive fines as well as custodial sentences.

SE Controls has already been directly involved in a significant number of projects to correct problems caused after general fire contractors have been employed, but were unable to maintain the smoke control system within the demands of these critical regulations.

Clearly, these could have been avoided if the specialised smoke ventilation maintenance contract was kept separate and handled by a specialist company with the necessary skills, experience and expertise.

There is no room for compromise, complacency or ‘cutting-corners’ where life safety is concerned. Meeting the regulations and maintaining systems to the required standards goes beyond compliance and is about responsibility, quality and safety in every stage of the process.

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“I have a fire safety contractor, I assume he understands the smoke vent system.”

Don’t take risks.

Take responsibility.

Only compliant business is SE Controls business.

Smoke ventilation is a specialist element of a fire safety strategy.

Compliance doesn’t mean having a fire safety contract for a building, compliance is about providing a regulated building which is safe for occupation.

Not all fire safety contractors have the expertise to maintain these vital life safety systems.

SE Controls has over 35 years’ experience manufacturing, installing and maintaining smoke ventilation systems to the necessary regulations. When it comes to life safety, don’t take risks, take responsibility.

Together we can change attitudes.

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LIfts, Escalators & High Access

Stuck in a Lift? Here are our top 5 Do’s and Don’ts We’ve all experienced travelling in a creaky lift that sounds like it might not make it to its destination. It’s never a pleasant experience. And although no one wants to get stuck in a lift – it can, and does, happen.

Here are five quick tips for what you should and shouldn’t do if you ever get stuck in a lift.

1. DON’T PANIC As soon as you realise you’re stuck, you may feel a sense of panic. However, it’s important for you to stay calm. Do your best to keep others in the lift calm also, reassuring them so that they know that everything will be okay.

While being trapped within a lift is undoubtedly a stressful situation it is highly unlikely that there is any immediate risk to passengers.

2. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO GET OUT No matter how easy it may seem, you should never attempt to force open the lift car, or landing doors, to escape. This is even more important if the lift was mid travel at the time of failure. A lift which has stopped between floors is likely to have a large gap between the car and landing sills, so attempting to leave the lift could result in a passenger falling into the lift well causing serious injury.

3. DO CALL FOR HELP Most modern lifts will feature an emergency communication device or auto dialler. This allows an entrapped passenger to call for assistance, usually by pressing the alarm button for a prescribed duration of time. Older lifts without an auto dialler will often have an emergency telephone or at least an emergency number to call.

Once in communication with the emergency service (maintenance contractor, building services etc.) having explained your situation, provide them with the address of the building and, if there are a number of lifts within the building, the lift ID, number or location within the building.

If you are using a mobile

phone, avoid calling the emergency services unless all other options have failed.

4.DO CONTINUE TO STAY CALM Any breakdown, which involves a passenger entrapment will receive priority attention from a lift contractor, but it may still be some time before the closest engineer is able to arrive on site. Continue to remain calm and relaxed until help arrives.

5. DO TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS Once the people responsible to remove you from the lift arrive, remain calm and answer any questions they have. They will have procedures in place to remove you safely, so it’s important that you follow their lead. Once the lift starts to move again, wait until the lift doors open before attempting to exit the lift.

Remember, people travel in lifts all day, every day, and never get stuck. If you do find yourself stuck in a lift, these tips should help your experience be straightforward and hasslefree. One last thing, to be on the safe side, we also recommend you to not use a lift if you’re the only person in a building.

If you’re concerned about the state of your lift, or its maintenance plan, get in touch to see how we can help.

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Standardisation & Consistency: Improve Recycling Rates in Your Workplace One of the greatest issues facing the wider recycling industry today is confusion - no one really knows what is going on.

Here in the UK we have some pretty hefty recycling goals, and to achieve them there needs to be consistency and standardisation in the industry from the beginning to end. Organisations don’t have the power to change the whole system, but they can change what happens in their building; while the good people at WRAP work on unifying the wider system.

Method Recycling redesigned the way modern spaces recycle so that doing our part becomes simple but effective.

everything into one bin hidden discreetly under their desks.

We’re also spending more on the aesthetics of our offices and often bins are hidden in cupboards.

Meaning individuals need to know where the right bin is, spend time hunting for one, or often placing it in the nearest receptacle.

As pictured, one of Method’s clients had an array of bins and signage that were located sporadically throughout their building. There’s no intention to shame any organisation implementing recycling bins in their space; but to have a real impact on recycling rates, recycling should be convenient, consistent in design and location and intuitive. That’s where Method comes in.

Recycle more with Open Plan Recycling Method began when cofounders Steven and India Korner continuously saw organisations who wanted to recycle without the tools to be successful. They believed that a well-designed bin would have the power to change recycling behaviours - and they were right.

The innovative bins can now be found around the world from the headquarters of world-renowned British architecture firm Foster + Partners, The Office Group’s modern co-working spaces, the historic Sydney Cricket Grounds and many more.

Method’s 60L recycling and waste bins are colour coded to complement modern

What’s the problem?

Let’s be honest here, recycling takes a certain amount of motivation at the personal level. Whether that’s taking the time to educate ourselves, seeking to find the right bin or even simply leaving the comfort of our desks to recycle.

But the way we design and use our offices has changed rapidly from closed offices and cubicles to open-plan spaces, but our bins haven’t changed.

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Recycling & Waste Management spaces while matching industry standards. The bins are designed to be placed together to form flexible recycling stations that are then located consistently throughout a space or facility.

Bringing the colour-coded stations out into the openplan design of modern spaces makes the bins stand out, easy to find and the same in all spaces. Meaning that when individuals move from one floor or department to the other, the bins are all the same. This becomes even more applicable when there are multiple buildings for the same company, locally or globally.

Most importantly, regular interaction with consistent bins means that recycling

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will become an unconscious behaviour; while making recycling more convenient than general waste options.

Further, by bringing recycling and waste out into the open you increase accountability.

When individuals are in the view of others they’re more likely to consider where their waste should go, even subconsciously.

The Power of Visibility Visibility is one of the key factors that has led to the success of the Method system. Having the beautiful bins proudly out in the open increases awareness and develops a culture of shared responsibility.

The bins become a visible statement of an organisations commitment to recycling

and sustainability; generating conversations and changing recycling habits at work and subsequently at home.

William Konya, Presentation Services Manager for the Sydney Cricket Ground found “Method recycling bins provide the opportunity to start an effective sorting system.” He believed “It is important to demonstrate a positive approach to reducing environmental impact, the visual element of Method’s bins has been effective in garnering support for the recovery process.”

Are you ready to implement a recycling and waste system that makes a difference in your space?

Get in touch with Method www.methodrecycling.com.

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P&I - Stand FM3 & FM4 Sponsors of the Public Sector FM Event P & I are a friendly, family run business who specialise in critical power solutions. Founded in 1999, the company has grown to become a leading independent supplier of generators and UPS systems with a genuine commitment to quality and service. We ensure that even in the toughest of environments, you can trust that your power is protected. Depending on your needs, we offer the full end to end service including design, project management, installation, commissioning and dedicated service support.

Design P & I’s expert design team are well equipped to provide you with the best power solution for your business. We aim to make your solution fit both your current and future needs with bespoke design systems to meet your exact requirements.

Project Management Our experienced project management team can support every stage of your project from start to finish. We coordinate the whole process including

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provide the perfect solution.

P & I can offer a wide range of uninterruptible power supplies to meet your business requirements.

We specialise in the supply, delivery, installation and servicing of all types and sizes of UPS. We can assist you with: • New UPS Systems • Installation • Relocation & Disposal • Service & Maintenance • Battery Maintenance • Battery Testing • Health Check liaising with suppliers so you only have to deal with us, leaving you hassle-free.

Generators

P & I offer various service and maintenance support plans, tailored to your business. We can support you across all brands and manufacturers of AC/ DC power related equipment such as UPS, generators, batteries and switchgear.

We provide an emergency call out service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, with a guaranteed response time for UK mainland contract customers.

With P & I you can get sound advice in the choice of generator to suit every power need, from small output generators to serve plant and small businesses, to units capable of powering larger factories, equipment and machinery.

P & I specialise in the service, upgrade and refurbishment of all types and sizes of generators.

Coupled with our installation and commissioning division, we are able to offer you an unrivalled and comprehensive solution.

We can assist you with: • New Generators • Installation • Commissioning • Refurbishment • Service & Maintenance • Relocation & Disposal • Tank Cleaning & Fuel Polishing • G59 Testing & Grid Compliance • Fuel Delivery Service

UPS

P & I Hire Division

In today’s business environment, power continuity is crucial with unexpected power failures proving to be very costly for companies. To ensure your critical load is protected during this time and you have no downtime, our UPS systems would

Whether you need to hire a generator due to a power emergency or a load bank to test your power supply systems, we can help. Our fleet includes: 8 kVA to multi-megawatt generators, 100Kw to 2MW mobile load banks together with many other hire solutions.

Installation & Commissioning Our fully trained engineers can install and commission your critical power equipment with minimal disruption to your business. Our project management team will work closely with you, from start to finish, ensuring your UPS and/or generator installation is commissioned safely and on time.

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P & I’s full hire fleet includes: • Generators • UPS • Fuel Management • Resistive & Reactive Load Banks • Cables • Fuel Tanks • Distribution Boxes • ATS Panels • Lighting Towers

Spare Parts Whatever your requirement, from failed batteries to a complete engine rebuild, P & I can supply the spare parts for almost any generator and UPS in operation today, along with control panel parts. Our extensive supply chain means we can supply parts quickly, with even the most specialist parts being sourced within 3 to 5 days.

Control Systems:Generator Control P & I offer a complete range of standard generator control panels from simple auto-start control units to a state-of-the-art system capable of synchronising, load sharing and peak lopping. For

more cost effective solutions, we can retro fit new control gear into your existing panels.

Electrical Panels P & I can build control systems for any generator, LV/HV switchgear and UPS system. We are able to build bespoke designs for any control system and have installed many systems for local water authorities and data centres.

Our in-house specialists have the ability to design, manufacture and test panels to your specification.

network switchboards. We build automatic transfer switches (ATS) as our core product which range from the simple entry level to the advanced with load shedding and power factor correction control.

To complement our UPS systems, we build external maintenance bypass switch (EMBS) panels with several off the shelf solutions for small and medium sized systems. We can design and build EMBS units to cope with larger synchronised multiple UPS systems.

PLC Automation & Control For more complex building designs, we can build you a bespoke PLC based switchboard controller that integrates your switchgear, generator and UPS systems.

If you have your own automation system designs, we will be more than happy to give you a cost to build them on your behalf.

Our in-house test bay allows us to test and commission your panels before going to site.

LV Switchgear P & I can provide a complete design and build facility for your electrical supply and distribution

For more information, please visit www.pandigroup.co.uk

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Graphic Arts Group - Stand FM10 Signage and Display Solutions Graphic Arts Group is a wellestablished company who provide quality signage solutions UKwide. We have a specialist team of creative designers, fabrication and installation engineers working together to deliver big impact solutions, made simple.

We work with Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Facilities Managers and Designers.

• BUILDING SIGNAGE • BRANDED ENVIRONMENTS • TEMPORARY & EVENT SIGNAGE • ARCHITECTURAL SIGNS We have built up a passionate team of signage and branding experts, starting with our dedicated account managers who

are with our client at every stage of the journey, our creative inhouse designers bringing energy and life to the brands they work with, our fabrication and printing craftsmen who pride themselves in a perfect finish to each job, and finally our team of installers who take great care to fit your project safely and securely. www.graphicartsgroup.co.uk

Reach out to our team and we’ll be glad to help.

Tim Jenkin tim.jenkin@graphicartsgroup.co.uk +44 (0)24 7667 3415

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Gemini Data Loggers - Stand FM2 Tinytag Data Loggers Help Monitor Energy Levels and Environmental Conditions in Buildings for Optimum Indoor Air Quality Tinytag data loggers reliably monitor, record and analyse environmental conditions for temperature, relative humidity, CO2, voltage, current and count. Being lightweight, portable and non-invasive, makes them ideally suited to indoor building applications.

By recording environmental parameters over time, Tinytag data loggers allow conditions to be accurately measured, documented, analysed and validated, which is extremely useful in understanding energy consumption and creating a comprehensive profile throughout a site.

The importance of monitoring temperature, humidity and CO2 is critical to ensure heating and ventilations systems are working efficiently and complying with H&S regulations.

Tinytag data loggers are very easy to use and cost-effective.

Data is downloaded via a USB cable to a PC for analysis. In sites with multiple monitoring points where automatic data collection is preferable, or where it needs to be available for immediate viewing at a central location, Tinytag Radio and LAN Data Loggers are an ideal solution. Data is gathered automatically and sent using wireless communications or via

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an Ethernet point for viewing on a PC, across a LAN, or remotely across the internet. A combination of Radio and LAN data loggers can be selected to meet specific building layout and infrastructure requirements.

Typical applications of Tinytag data loggers include: • Monitoring the performance of HVAC systems/ building control systems • Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) monitoring and carbon dioxide levels • Monitoring the efficiency of building materials • Monitoring the efficiency of equipment e.g. boilers, monitoring consumption and recording profiles over time • Assessing before and after performance of replacement lighting systems Tinytag Case Studies The University of Chichester uses Tinytag temperature and energy data loggers to provide data that helps them to implement energy saving initiatives and verify improvement measures.

Warmworks Scotland uses

Tinytags to deliver the Warmer Homes Scotland Scheme, the Scottish Government’s flagship national energy efficiency scheme, helping to assess temperatures and energy usage in domestic properties as part of a fuelpoverty impact evaluation study.

The British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) used Tinytag temperature data loggers in energy saving research initiative, helping the frozen food industry to understand better the importance of using data loggers to improve temperature management and energy efficiency in the cold chain while complying with regulations.

The Black Country Housing Group uses Tinytag temperature and relative humidity data loggers to help evaluate the performance of energy saving measures in domestic properties and establish the value of new technologies.

Researchers at Oxford Brookes University used carbon dioxide data loggers in building performance evaluation and monitoring studies for domestic and non-domestic, new build and refurbishment projects.

The Energy Saving Trust used Tinytag temperature data loggers in a research project designed to maximise energy efficiency within housing. The data loggers were left to record during field trials of advanced heating controls to help establish the levels of energy savings.

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Vikan - Stand FM16 Vikan is the world’s leading supplier of hygienic cleaning tools to FM, Public Sector, Healthcare and Food and Beverage markets.

Viewed as a whole, our facilities cleaning programme makes Vikan not just a supplier, but a true partner who can help you achieve business objectives throughout your organisation. Vikan cleaning trolleys and microfibre mops and cloths are all designed to maximise cleaning efficacy, efficiency, ease of use and customer satisfaction.

also equip our Sales staff with advanced tools for determining the exact mops you need for the different surfaces at a given site. In addition to on-trolley cue cards and training videos, we offer a range of in-person training options and other online materials that can make your staff training more effective.

Unique products for Unique challenges

Vikan and the Environment

All trolleys are available preconfigured for different room types and sizes, and they can be tailored to meet your exact needs.

Your cleaning staff are the key to more successful operations.

Giving them the right tools and knowledge can provide a surprising range of benefits, from accelerated cleaner training and more efficient cleaning, to lower absenteeism and better staff retention. To clean quickly and effectively, your staff need to understand what each cleaning tool is for and how best to use it.

Our innovative Vikan CleanAssist cue cards and online training videos provide the help your staff need to clean better every day.

Well known for our leadership in hygienic zone planning for the food and beverages sector, we

Vikan microfibre mops are manufactured at our own factory in Estonia. Having our own manufacturing facility helps us keep full control over production processes and quality, and makes it easy for you to document compliance with CSR policies.

Partnering with Vikan can also help you meet your environmental goals by using Nordic Ecolabelled products and by reducing microplastic shedding, for example. Recent microplastic eco-testing was carried out on our textiles, in which the majority of our microfibres received an A or A+ Rating. More details can be found using the following link;

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www.vikan.com/uk/knowledgecentre/vikan-blog/microplastics/

Business with a wider perspective 90% of the shares in Vikan are owned by the Vissing Foundation (Vissing Fonden), a non-profit charitable foundation set up in 1979 by the far-sighted family that then owned Vikan. This unusual ownership structure is a key part of the whole Vikan perspective – beyond short-term thinking and simple here-andnow profits, in favour of always doing right by our customers, and making long-term efforts to make lasting improvements.

The Vissing Foundation activities include providing funding for near-patient research in disease prevention, diagnostics and treatment related to cancer and diabetes, focusing on work that features strong potential for immediate, practical impact on patient treatment in these fields.

The foundation’s work is a constant source of pride and inspiration for all of us at Vikan – part of the proverbial “making a difference” ambitions we have as part of working at this company. www.vikan.com Building & Facilities Management – October 2019

The Carbon Trust - Stand FM8 The Carbon Trust is an independent, expert partner of leading organisations around the world, helping them contribute to and benefit from a more sustainable future through carbon reduction, resource efficiency strategies and commercialising low carbon technologies.

They have 170 experts working around the world from offices in the UK, China, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil and the USA and their mission is to accelerate the move to a sustainable, low carbon economy. Their experts, drawn from a range of backgrounds and nationalities, can help your organisation tackle climate change by reducing your carbon emissions and identifying growth and revenue opportunities through resource reduction initiatives, cost-saving strategies and the adoption of resource-efficient technologies.

The Carbon Trust will be exhibiting at the Public Sector FM Event to publicise the Energy Technology List (ETL). The ETL currently lists approximately 14,000 of the most energy efficient products across 56 technology categories. The ETL is a government-backed, free-to-use list that provides organisations with the confidence that they are buying energy efficient plant and machinery equipment. This is backed by regular, independent evaluations of the market across the relevant technology categories, providing a benchmark for what currently represents top performance.

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When it comes to buying new equipment, businesses are increasingly looking beyond up-front capital costs to consider total cost of ownership. This is why the ETL has become an integral part of the procurement processes for many public sector organisations. For example, when designing energy efficient features for your new or existing buildings, selecting equipment from the ETL can contribute towards achieving SKA rating or a successful BREEAM assessment. Both schemes include ETL listed energy efficient equipment in their criteria.

Technologies featured on the ETL include: automatic monitoring and targeting (aM&T) equipment; boiler equipment; combined heat and power (CHP); heat pumps; heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment; lighting; motors and drives; refrigeration equipment; and waste heat to electricity conversion equipment.

Improving levels of energy efficiency helps organisations to reduce operating costs and lower their energy bills, resulting in a shortened payback period for new equipment and strengthening the business case

for action. A further benefit to the use of higher energy efficiency equipment is the ability to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, helping organisations to combat climate change and meet required internal or external sustainability targets. It is estimated that the ECA scheme has been used

by UK organisations to capture around £100 million a year in accelerated tax relief and abate carbon emissions equivalent to approximately 88 million tonnes of CO2 since 2001.

Come and visit the Carbon Trust at Stand F8 and find out more about the ETL and ECA. Our experts will be there to answer any questions you might have.

If you can’t make it to the stand, our experienced team at the Carbon Trust is on hand to talk you through any questions you may have around the Energy Technology List or the Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme. Give us a call on 0300 3300 657 or email: ECAQuestions@ carbontrust.com For more information please visit our website www.carbontrust.com/etl

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Consultus - Stand FM17 Consultus is a world-class consulting partner with global reach, trusted by clients for our ethical stance and for delivering measurable results. We deliver buying, management and compliance services for Business Energy (Electricity and Gas) and Business Water.

Originally established in 1994, we have grown into an international group focused on providing trusted advice, buying services, market insights and ongoing management for Business Energy and Business Water, for national utility markets and cross-border.

Our end-to-end approach includes consulting, strategic planning, negotiation, procurement, market intelligence, compliance and demand reduction. An early mover in deregulated utility markets, we rapidly developed an industry reputation for openness, transparency and market intelligence. Our independentminded approach has led to high levels of client retention – more than 90% year-onyear – and strong relationships with industry suppliers.

Consultus is 100% independent – but we’re also proud to maintain good working relationships with the leading power, gas and other utility suppliers to benefit our clients, while maintaining a network of trusted international partners.

Earlier this year Consultus was proud to have been named the ‘Most Trusted Consultancy

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(Large Customers)’ at the Energy Live Consultancy Awards.

Our CEO, Andrew Staley, had this to say: ‘Taking home the award for ‘Most Trusted Consultancy – Large Customers’ truly reflects the core value of our companytransparency. As a business, we strive to promote openness and clarity in our industry and to win this award, as we celebrate our company’s 25th year in business, confirms our commitment to promoting trust’.

The awards were judged by leading experts in the industry and The Consultus International Group is thrilled to have been recognised by such notable peers.

We have also been named as finalists in the upcoming Energy Awards category of ‘Best Third Party Intermediary’.

In May 2019 The Consultus International Group celebrated a quarter-century of providing clients with an industryleading transparent approach to buying and managing essential business utilities.

“Every day, we help organisations to reduce costs and work more profitably,”

says David Peake, our Chief Operating Officer.

“We’ve succeeded thanks to the trust and support of our clients. What has always made our company stand out is an unshakeable commitment to openness and transparency, an ethical approach that underpins our reputation as a trustworthy third party intermediary. Our clients know that we will do what we say we’ll do, to consistently deliver business advantage.”

According to energy market analysts Cornwall Insight (2018), Consultus is the industry’s only UK consultancy that is 100 percent transparent. It also has a customer retention rate of more than 96 percent.

David Peake says, “Our transparency and open book policy have been constant for over 25 years. During that time, our innovative risk and buying strategies mean we have, on behalf of our clients, outperformed the market by up to 35 percent. Today, we’re continuing to invest heavily in R&D, our systems and people— all with a focus on delivering even more for our clients.” www.consultus.group

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West Mercia Energy - Stand FM13 West Mercia Energy is a leading purchasing organisation with over 25 years experience managing energy contracts for the public sector.

Publicly owned by four local authorities, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Councils respectively, WME specialises in the provision of energy and associated services for the public sector.

Formerly a division within West Mercia Supplies, upon sale of the company in 2012 the energy division was retained and rebranded as West Mercia Energy with an aim to provide highly efficient and cost-effective energy procurement for the four Member Authorities.

Since then however, WME has grown considerably and now provides energy services to a range of public sector organisations including ,12 Local Authorities, numerous Town & District Councils, the NHS, Blue Light Services and circa 2,000 schools, academies and colleges.

Despite significant growth, WME’s focus remains on delivering a personable, high quality, energy service to all our

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customers and we believe our excellent customer retention rate of 99.6% (18/19) is reflective of the service that we provide.

Service Provisions WME provide a range of services designed to meet the requirements of our public sector customers.

Procurement Only Service: Customers can access our OJEU compliant energy frameworks for gas and electricity and WME will manage the energy procurement through an agreed risk managed buying strategy designed to match each organisations requirement.

In addition, we provide comprehensive supplier and contract management.

Fully Managed Service: Under the Fully Managed offering, in addition to operating an agreed risk-managed buying strategy, day to day queries are managed by our team of energy experts and a comprehensive bill validation service is provided. In addition, we provide siteworks support and an energy monitoring portal amongst a range of other services to ensure the contract runs smoothly.

This service is designed to free up your energy

team to focus on key energy matters such implementing energy efficiency measures and achieving your organisations carbon reduction targets.

But don’t just take our word for it … ‘‘WME’s fully managed service is perfect for us as a Council, and the contract support we receive under this offering is outstanding.

Knowing each and every invoice is validated prior to us being invoiced provides assurance that we are only paying for the energy we use; this allows us to focus more time on energy efficiency measures and renewable energy projects’’ Cheshire East Council, 2019.

If you are interested in speaking to WME about our range of services, we would welcome an informal introductory meeting to discuss your requirements.

We will be exhibiting at the Public Sector FM Event in Coventry on 12th November, or you can contact our Business Development Manager, Gavin Owen; gowen@ westmerciaenergy.co.uk 0333 101 4425 www.westmerciaenergy.co.uk Twitter: WME_Energy LinkedIn: West Mercia Energy PSFM Event Preview

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Infraspeak - Stand FM9 Infraspeak is the first CMMS in the world powered

by NFC technology.

Trusted by both SMEs and Enterprise Organisations (Siemens, L’Oreal, Mitsubishi), Infraspeak adapts to you and your operations. It is a maintenance and facilities management platform created to make your life easier, your operations much more efficient, and your business data-driven.

Used by thousands of technical and operations teams globally to manage over 30,000 buildings, Infraspeak allows managers, technicians and clients to customise their platform to their needs. With its intuitive interface, the platform both improves the quality and increases the amount of data collected, which allows managers to get valuable insights that can be used to make operations truly intelligent.

With purpose-built mobile and web interfaces for each different user-type, Infraspeak can be used to support both teams on the ground and managers looking for the right input to optimise their operations. Everyone is in the know and everything on site is working properly.

Infraspeak’s modular structure can flex to suit different facility types, from offices to hotels, hospitals and industry, and its vast range of features

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includes anything from preventive and corrective maintenance to stock management and comprehensive reporting tools, among many others. Our customers are all unique, but can rely on Infraspeak to easily and effectively manage assets, locations, teams and buildings.

Currently in 7 countries with over 200 customers and more than 20M tasks completed, Infraspeak is the Facilities

Management and Maintenance software that managers want and technicians love to use. www.infraspeak.co.uk

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Haulotte - Stand FM11 Haulotte, is a family owned global leader of people and material lifting equipment. As a group we design, manufacture and market a wide range of products focused on mobile elevating work platforms (mewps) and telehandlers.

We have 6 production facilities globally, 3 in France, 1 in China, 1 in Romania and 1 in America and we have a distribution network of 20 subsidiaries employing over 2000 people for worldwide coverage, providing full Sales, Service and Support.

Our ambition is to offer our customers solutions that are ever more secure, ever more respectful of the environment and ever more adapted to our

partners needs. As a full solutions provider, we can offer customised financing to facilitate investments in our products, as well as integrated servicing solutions to optimise equipment lifecycles.

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We currently manufacture : 7 PRODUCT RANGES OF PEOPLE LIFTING EQUIPMENT – products are offered on an electric or diesel platform, with working heights ranging from 6m to 43m.

3 TELEHANDLER PRODUCT RANGES Haulotte is the first MEWP manufacturer to commit to allelectric powered platforms and in 2018 we launched our new Strategic plan for the future as a ‘ Blue Company ‘ - All future selfpropelled boom products launched

by Haulotte will be electric powered. The new Haulotte Pulseo Generation range of rough terrain self propelled booms marks the beginning of the strategy and is first represented by the 21m working height HA20 LE and HA20 LE Pro.

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WhiffAway Group - Stand FM6 The future of washroom management is here We asked one simple question: “Wouldn’t it be great if we were able to inform our customers of a problem, where it was precisely and above all else notify them before they even knew about it?”

Through the development and application of its waterless urinal technologies, biological solutions and closed systems, WhiffAway knows a thing or two about washrooms. And beyond saving water and money, reducing the pressure on infrastructure and dramatically reducing washroom maintenance downtime, WhiffAway has used its experience to develop and install the world’s first fully connected smart washroom technology.

Rising washroom standards and customer expectations have driven Facilities Managers to find more innovative ways of monitoring performance. The emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) has enabled service providers to collect data, track patterns and effectively manage resources to avoid runto-breakdown scenarios. Better management reduces waste and makes a measurably major contribution to sustainability.

Delivered as a turn-key solution, WhiffAway’s Smart Washroom uses IoT enabled sensors to collect data. The application provides an interactive 3D washroom platform, while an easy to navigate user interface delivers data in a measurable way.

WhiffAway Smart Washrooms provide a scalable platform and delivery model which monitors usage patterns and generates

reports, while helping to determine what drives the customer experience.

Use of the data enables continuous improvements and drives efficiencies.

WhiffAway’s Smart Portal captures real time data, providing a status of assets in the washroom, presented on a user-friendly dashboard which can be easily customised to present data in different formats and personalise alerts.

Sensor applications include: usage sensors – determining usage and ‘end-of-life’; wipe sensors – to monitor urinal cleaning patterns; tap sensors – to identify temperature and stagnant water conditions for Legionella control; air quality sensors which monitor relative humidity, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), C02 and temperature; and waste pipe sensors – to predetermine maintenance patterns and help avoid ‘run to breakdown’ scenarios.

WhiffAway’s smart platform system also enables service providers to carry out routine maintenance when required – and real-time data helps identify problems before they occur, reducing expensive reactive callouts. Identifying traffic patterns enables engagement with designers

to improve washroom formats and manage capacity.

“While truly ‘smart’ washrooms are a very new concept, the IoT sensor technology we use is not,” said WhiffAway Group CEO James McLean. “WhiffAway is applying these sensors to provide tangible benefits and savings to its customers. These include monitoring water usage and leak detection, air quality alerts when malodours are detected, waste pipework congestion sensors to alert blockages in the lines as well as consumable monitoring.

This is all displayed holistically on a 2D dashboard and 3D map which is unique to the industry.

“WhiffAway Smart Washrooms Platform delivers a wide range of benefits for Facilities Managers.

By collecting data in real-time, trends can be identified to prompt routine maintenance of delivery systems and the replenishment of consumables. This, in turn helps avoid unnecessary breakdowns and increases customer satisfaction. The future of washroom management is here.” www.whiffaway.com

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BLE Lighting & Power - Stand FM15 BLE Lighting and Power Ltd is excited to announce that we have partnered with Silux Control®.

We have launched our dual branded system that integrates the Silux PRO-EM® Controller with selected BLE luminaires.

The PRO-EM® Controller is a wireless, Radio Frequency encrypted communication device with mesh connectivity suitable for any size installation or building. It has a built-in battery to last a minimum of three hours in emergency function and provides complete compliance with statutory and mandatory requirements without human intervention. With the Pro-EM® IntelliHub selectable weekly, monthly, bi-annual and annual tests are available with date/ time options and the ability to print hardcopy reports.

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The Pro-EM®-ready BLE luminaires provide a complete emergency lighting solution that communicates the status level of the system without human invention through the Silux Control® app, which can be accessed from anywhere in the world on a smart device.

This ensures that any issues with the emergency lighting are immediately reported so that they can be resolved quickly to ensure that the healthiest status level is maintained.

The Silux Control® communication with devices is secure via a high level of meshing and a very complex and integrated software protocol which Silux Control uniquely created, which

allows huge amounts of information to travel between devices.

All information relating to the installed system is stored in the cloud allowing the client to access its status from anywhere in the world and of course receive remote technical support from Silux Control® engineers via the diagnostic package that is inherent in the software. Silux Control® can access battery level status, online status and other information that are critical to a successful Wireless Automation System.

To find out more please contact: sales@blelighting.co.uk 01246 432325.

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Niyaa People - Stand FM14 Niyaa People are an independent specialist recruitment consultancy that was founded in 2008.

Fast forward 11 years and we now have a team of over 40 fantastic people spanning 5 core divisions specialising in both contract and permanent recruitment services including: • Public Sector & Social Housing • Property & Construction Consultancy • Trades & Labour • Construction • Corporate Support Within this, we cover blue and white-collar Facilities Management recruitment and Niyaa People’s primary goal is to facilitate the needs of our customers, continue to build and maintain relationships and truly listen to what organisations and candidates really want.

To stay ahead of the curve, in 2019 we completed a company rebrand whereby a new logo, look, website and mobile app was created to better provide an exceptional customer journey.

We hold a 92% success rate of candidates completing

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their contracts and/or being employed for more than one year, whilst maintaining impressive growth year on year. Stats like this are backed up by our nominations for awards such as ‘Company of the Year’ and ‘Excellence in Industry’.

We’re sure most people by now know the role of a recruiter, but we prefer to talk about the services we offer and what makes us different.

A huge element of our ability to deliver these levels of success is in the people we employ and the quality of the training they’re provided. 96% of our team are homegrown talent, with no prior recruitment experience. Hannah Keep, MD of the Institute of Recruiters (IoR) stated “I personally believed this is one of the most robust training programmes I have seen and matches the investment more corporate recruitment companies deliver to their recruiters (and in some instances I would say it is better!)”.

Critical to Niyaa People’s success in recent years has been ensuring we continually invest back into the business, and nowhere is this more obvious than through our use of technology.

One of our more recent key investments linked to our CRM system was the introduction of our Online Portal ‘InTime’ in early 2019. This development was a key part of our strategy in becoming a paperless business, and offers candidates the facility to complete and submit timesheets online, directly linking to their managers for approval, whilst also offering clients the facilities to approve contractors’ hours, and access their sales invoices.

Another investment we’ve made this year is into video interview technology. We’ve worked with video software company ODRO to develop a bespoke interview platform that gives us huge flexibility and scope for engaging with our candidates and clients, from pre-set candidate question responses we can submit to our clients in a packaged format, to conducting live face-to-face interviews. This aids us in helping the ‘soft-matching’ process where candidates are selected on cultural fit for an organisation as well as technical ability. www.niyaapeople.co.uk Building & Facilities Management – October 2019

Fusion21 - Stand FM22 As a national procurement organisation and social enterprise, Fusion21 provides procurement services for property, construction and the built environment - alongside a social value offer that is designed to help drive positive change in communities.

We work with more than 570 public sector organisations operating within the social housing, local authority, education, blue light and health sectors – with all Fusion21 members eligible to access our Compliance, Heating and Construction categories.

From providing assurance of statutory compliance and keeping buildings safe; to offering a full range of consultancy support; turn-key lift solutions and a variety of services needed to maintain outdoor space - our Compliance and facilities management procurement services all have national reach with local delivery and are suitable for any public sector organisation to use.

As an extension of your team, our compliance and procurement experts will help you to find solutions that are commercially efficient, within your specified timescales and delivered on budget – all

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whilst increasing productivity in the procurement process.

Other member benefits include – accessing greater efficiencies and value for money, whilst working with a multi-skilled supply chain and pre-qualified accredited supply partners held to the highest cost and quality standards. Plus, every pound spent through our procurement services helps to make a difference within your communities and Fusion21 members can also access flexible call-off options and can opt to select suppliers based on geographical regions.

We do what we love, and we love what we do. To date

we’ve saved our members more than £225 million through the procurement process, created 6,500 jobs and generated more than £80 million of social impact.

Visit Us at the Public Sector FM Event We’re exhibiting at the Public Sector FM Event held at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on the 12th November 2019. Come and say hello to our Compliance and Facilities Management specialists on Stand FM22 and find out how we can support your organisation to make a real impact. www.fusion21.co.uk

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Glasdon® - Stand FM20 Quality By Design Glasdon UK Limited has 60 years of experience in providing customers with products that are reliable and durable, through the use of high quality materials. The company is constantly evolving to meet the specialised demands of its ever-growing number of customers with an emphasis on design and value for money.

Customer care and new product innovation have established Glasdon as a market leader in the design and manufacture of award-winning products.

Stand Out in Style with New Premium Nexus® Recycling Range The Nexus® Style is a premium finish recycling bin that can be customised with a striking vinyl wrap to suit your office or commercial environment. Ideal for new and modern styled developments, the Nexus Style combines a contemporary design with functionality and strength for a long service life and minimal ongoing maintenance.

A Vandalex® door with an anodised and polished

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graphite finish, contrasts with an Armortec® coated dark metallic grey steel frame for an attractive, modern appearance.

Custom designed vinyl wraps can be specified on the door and body of the Nexus Style to complement all interior décor and create a truly personalised finish.

Choose from our stylish collection of wrap finishes to seamlessly blend your recycling bin with its surroundings for a sleek modern look, or create a bold, contrasting aesthetic by personalising the unit with your logo and branding.

The Armortec® coated steel is vandal, corrosion and weather resistant, with the Vandalex® material ensuring the panels of the bin are strong and durable. Both the body and

door are 100% recyclable after their usable life, making the Nexus Style an environmentally friendly, sustainable solution.

Available as an 85 litre and 170 litre model and with the choice to have as a duo, trio or quad recycling container for the collection of multiple waste streams, the Nexus Style bins feature an open top with optional recycling apertures available to suit all requirements. Standard recycling graphics sets are also available to help identify the intended use, ensuring minimal risk of cross contamination.

Neil Gilkes, Sales Manager for Glasdon UK Limited said: “Our research has highlighted a demand for premium finish, internal recycling bins which are customisable. The Nexus Style has been designed to meet that brief entirely. Glasdon customers can now not only configure the waste streams according to their needs, but they can also style the exterior of the container to complement the design of their office or commercial environment perfectly.”

Glasdon will have a range of products available to view, including litter and recycling bins, cigarette waste units and outdoor seating at the upcoming Public Sector FM Event (Ricoh Arena, Coventry) on 12th November 2019. Come by and visit at stand number 20, where you can meet their experienced representatives and discuss your individual needs. www.glasdon.com Building & Facilities Management – October 2019

Energy Management LLP - Stand FM12 With all the key market drivers indicating an upward trend in energy prices, there has never been a better time to sign up to the Choice Energy Framework.

Energy Management LLP have been supporting clients reduce their energy consumption since the millennium. With our highly experienced team of engineers to negotiate with suppliers to secure the most favourable energy and water contracts, this stands us apart from other consultancies.

Continuing our market leading innovation, we are pleased to introduce our Choice Energy Framework (CEF), promoting competition and choice in your search for the energy supplier.

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allowing public sector organisations to access the best energy solutions for their business. This includes a shortlist of four energy suppliers offering contracts of 12, 24, 36 or 48 months.

Therefore, this offers you four suppliers who offer a high-quality level of tariff competitiveness, billing accuracy, max/min volume threshold restrictions and terms and conditions.

The CEF offers increased buying power, has a cap of £1.5bn energy spend, ultimately leading to reduced costs. CEF also allows OJEU tendering to be made simple. The CEF is fully OJEU compliant meaning your company bypasses the usual lengthy process, generating savings of up to £20,000.

A large benefit to your company is our total approach to energy management which offers a successful procurement of a contract. Buying energy has become a far from straightforward process, given the increased complexity and volatility of the energy markets. The negotiating skills of our team and close yet impartial relationships that we enjoy with our energy suppliers, enables us to minimise cost on your behalf – saving you invaluable time and money.

Energy Management will also take care of your invoice validation.

From our experience, 1 in 5 energy-user invoices are incorrect.

This results in customers often paying up to 5% more than they should for their energy, which is something which cannot be overlooked. We have an efficient system which allows actions to taken as quick as possible.

We also offer budget and risk management via our EMPowered portal and assist with legislation and compliance.

For more information on how we can assist your organisation save on costs, get in touch with a member of the team on 01225867722 or alternatively email sales@energymanagementltd.com.

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Blackthorn Fire - Stand FM19 Blackthorn Fire and the proven alternative to traditional fire extinguishers Blackthorn Fire are official distributors for the P50 range of composite fire extinguishers.

The P50 is the proven alternative to traditional fire extinguishers.

Developed over a period of 10 years it delivers both BSI and CE certified quality standards, as well as being approved by the insurance industry’s Loss Prevention Certification Board.

The P50 is the most powerful extinguisher on the market, yet requires no annual servicing by an engineer - just a simple 2 minute check that can be carried out in-house. That means no service contract and no servicing costs, which typically can be many times the initial purchase cost of a traditional fire extinguisher. In fact, Blackthorn say the P50 range typically saves their customers around 50% compared to what they were paying when using conventional fire extinguishers.

Every extinguisher in the P50

range comes with a full 10 year operational guarantee and free replacement in the event of it needing to be discharged. After 10 years the P50 is refurbished by the manufacturer before being returned to service to deliver another decade of reliable fire protection.

However well you train your staff to deal with fires, when a fire breaks out for real the survival instinct takes over.

Having to choose which type of extinguisher to use on a particular type of fire can lead to panic. Using the wrong type of extinguisher on electrical fires can quickly make the situation worse. Unlike conventional fire extinguishers the P50 can be used across most types of fire.

This means that in the event of a fire breaking out there is only one type of extinguisher that covers all types of fire. No need to choose: just point and

spray. Plus, since the P50 can be used across most types of fire, there is no longer the need to have separate foam and CO2 extinguishers. Yet another cost saving from switching to the P50.

The P50 range is designed and manufactured in Britain. Its durable casing is constructed from Kevlar, the same material used to make bullet proof vests, and will never corrode. This unique construction has seen the P50 being awarded three patents for its innovative use of materials and manufacturing techniques.

The combination of delivering the most powerful fire protection available and the ability to halve costs has seen the P50 being adopted by some of the world’s leading blue chip companies such as BP, IKEA and Caterpillar, as well as leading UK universities such London South Bank and Loughborough. Equally, many schools and colleges of all sizes have begun rolling programmes of switching expired extinguishers to the P50, allowing them to reduce capital expenditure and make year-on-year savings.

To find out more about the P50 range of composite fire extinguishers call Blackthorn Fire on 0333 006 5822 or visit www.blackthornfire.co.uk to download a brochure.

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Earlsmann Lighting - Stand FM21 Earlsmann specialise in LED lighting solutions. Whether that’s a simple office or reception or a complex leisure centre, multi-storey car park or warehouse, we can offer a solution.

Visit us on stand FM21 at the Public Sector FM Event on the 12th November at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry. To give you an idea of the service we offer, take a look at the case study below.

New LED lighting welcomes visitors to Basildon Council LED lighting is ideal for reception areas as it offers clear and even illumination, creating light and welcoming spaces. LED specialist Earlsmann has recently been working with Basildon Council to upgrade the lighting to LEDs throughout its offices.

The final phase of this project has transformed the public reception area into a brighter, more inviting entrance to welcome visitors to their local authority.

Creating LED lighting schemes to meet client needs Basildon Council’s reception area was previously lit to only around 100 lux by twin 18W downlights, resulting in a dark, dingy and unwelcoming first impression for visitors to the building. The Council wanted to make the space more inviting, and to diversify its use, so that it can be used to host meetings with the public and to offer services from agencies such as Citizens Advice

and Jobcentre. It was therefore necessary to increase light levels to over 300 lux to ensure paperwork and screens can be clearly viewed.

Brighter lighting and over 30% savings – get an instant boost from LEDs Earlsmann worked with Matt Flack, Energy Officer for the Council, to develop an innovative lighting scheme for the space.

This informed the choice of downlights – to distinguish the lighting in reception from the flat panels used throughout the office areas. Earlsmann modelled the space in Relux software, which informed the selection of 30W Rimini LED downlights.

These units provide over 300 lux, with excellent uniformity, and fitting was straightforward with minimal remedial work required.

The client now has over 30% savings in energy use and a light level three times the original.

Seamless service from a ‘one stop’ provider for your LED lighting needs Earlsmann provided the Council with a complete ‘one stop shop’ solution for the reception area.

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has a long life-span, with savings in energy use and maintenance costs providing swift payback on the Council’s investment.

To meet emergency lighting requirements, Earlsmann installed separate non-maintained compact emergency downlights – a more cost-effective solution than adding emergency functionality to the main Rimini downlights.

Earlsmann – your experienced partner in creating total LED lighting solutions Earlsmann has many years’ experience in the LED marketplace, providing a comprehensive range of lighting solutions to suit every interior and exterior application.

In-house designers use Relux modelling to create innovative solutions tailored to client requirements. Find out more about Earlsmann’s commercial lighting products using the details below: www.earlsmann.co.uk, 08456 434 740 sales@earlsmann.co.uk.

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Keytracker - Stand FM18 Experts in providing key and equipment management solutions Key and Asset management is one of the less expressed issues for the industries within the Public sector. Accessibility of keys and equipment is crucial to every business, but when the general public depends on such services for transport, emergency assistance, healthcare or educational institutes, it becomes imperative that operations run smoothly without complications.

Countless man hours are wasted each year searching for keys and equipment that are required to fulfil general and specific tasks.

The Keytracker Mechanical System The Keytracker Mechanical System is a simple, power-free and cost-effective system that utilises a simple “Peg-in and PegOut” solution for managing keys.

The key sets are attached to a

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numbered retention peg with a steel anti-tamper steel and then locked into the mechanical board.

All authorised users are issued personalised ‘Access pegs’, that guarantee that when a set of keys is removed from the cabinet, the identity of the person who removed them is obvious, at a glance. Users can have their Access pegs engraved with their initials and colour coded to reflect different departments which will increase organisation and in turn productivity, as workers will be able to obtain the keys and equipment they require with ease.

Paired with the “Key Control” Software package, the Mechanical system can allow for a full audit trail which will monitor and log all key movements, showing which time a user took any specific key set and what time they should be returned by.

Keytracker Electronic System Keytracker Electronic Key Cabinets provide an easy and effective way to secure all keys with full audit trail. Combined with the intelligent key management software, every key that is removed from the secure cabinet will be recorded.

The Keytracker secure system

uses built-in intelligence to give administrators complete control over individual access to keys, providing a safeguard against opportunist theft.

- The Keytracker Electronic Plus system provides a way to secure and monitor all keys without restricting users access, once the cabinet has opened all keys will be available for quick and easy removal or return.

KT Lockers Keytracker also provide a range of KT Lockers with the option of built in charging systems for electronic devices, enabling the user to securely store their personal or work-related belongings when not in use.

These systems are beneficial for both members of the public who require quick and secure storage and charging services for mobile devices in public areas, for alternatively for government branches within the Military, Defence or Security that require an advanced locker to secure dangerous or sensitive equipment.

Established in 1996 based in the West Midlands, Keytracker Ltd are the most prominent international provider of mechanical key and equipment control systems for the workplace. Whether it’s the storage of keys for offices, buildings, safes, machinery or even vehicles, choosing a Keytracker system ensures that every key is stored securely and managed effectively. www.keytracker.com Building & Facilities Management – October 2019

THE NEW MUSIC LICENSING EXPERIENCE One contact. One licence. One invoice.

PPL PRS Ltd is a new music licensing venture between the UK’s two music licensing organisations PPL and PRS for Music. We’ve joined forces to streamline part of what we do, making it easier for our customers to obtain a music licence.

Previously, businesses and organisations had to obtain separate music licences from PPL and PRS for Music. However, we have now come together to form PPL PRS Ltd and launch TheMusicLicence.

For more information about PPL PRS Ltd and TheMusicLicence, please visit

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Safe and noise free computer room secondary glazed for a worthwhile cause Caritas Anchor House is based in Newham, one of the most deprived boroughs in the UK. They work with vulnerable groups including those affected by homelessness, unemployment, mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse and offending.

CRASH, the construction industry charity assists homelessness charities and hospices with their construction projects. They recently supported Caritas Anchor House developing a series of projects to renovate the dilapidated centre. As part of the works, they are converting some office space into a computer suite where people could have secure and safes access to computers to research opportunities.

To comply with Health and Safety regulations the area

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needed to have fire insulated walls. It was agreed that three fire resistant internal windows should be fitted creating internal vision panels to provide a bright and airy area where people could see in and out.

Selectaglaze has supported the CRASH ‘No Christmas Card’ appeal for a number of years and were happy to contribute towards this particular charity project.

Pilkington donated the Pyrodur fire resistant glass to support the secondary glazing installation.

Selectaglaze installed three Series 40 units with 10mm Pyrodur fire rated glass. The Series 40 is a beaded fixed frame system offering 30 minute fire integrity protection.

The secondary glazing units were framed in fire rated timber grounds and transom

mullions. An additional benefit was the improvement to acoustic insulation.

The successful installation of secondary glazing has benefited Caritas Anchor House, a small gesture from Selectaglaze and Pilkington that will be a huge help for the residents to further their efforts towards a better future. The computer suite has been transformed into a bright and airy area where people can concentrate and feel safe; not enclosed or vulnerable.

Selectaglaze is the leading specialist in secondary glazing, established in 1966 and Royal Warrant Holder since 2004.

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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Rinnai CPD on Continuous Flow Hot Water Delivery on Demand Now Fully Approved By CIBSE Rinnai’s CPD courses on continuous flow hot water delivery units and systems have now been fully approved by the Chartered Institute of Building Service Engineers (CIBSE).

Four CPDs have been approved -: • Excellence in Design of Continuous Flow Hot Water Delivery • Continuous Flow Hot Water Appreciation • The Regulatory Horizon for Hot Water Delivery • ACOP L8 “Demand for all of our training courses and programmes have risen steeply as the industry increasingly has to focus on energy, environment and finance efficiency in hot water delivery within a commercial context, “says Rinnai’s Chris Goggin.

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CPD courses have been designed for M&E consultants and specifiers, design and build engineers and, facilities managers. These courses had already attracted praise from

CIBSE. For example, it says of the ‘CONTINUOUS FLOW WATER HEATING SYSTEM SIZING AND DESIGN’ course in an appraisal: “The course delivers what it outlines and is well constructed.”

Rinnai has developed and manufactures the only complete and most comprehensive range of highly efficient ErP labelled A-rated continuous flow water heaters on the market, from the smallest domestic model to industrial units.

“Rinnai understands that time means money which is why we are happy to adopt an ‘any time, any place, anywhere’ approach to CPD delivery and training,” adds Mr Goggin.

For more information visit: www.rinnaiuk.com

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Altro’s Patient Centred Ethos Boosts Wellbeing at Hillingdon Hospital Altro revisited Hillingdon Hospital, London, to see the lasting impact of products used to create patient-centred, healing, safe and homely environments in several departments.

The Paediatric A&E was transformed just over three years ago. Architect and healthcare specialist interior designer Georgia Burt of GBS Health worked closely with the hospital, lead designers Oxford Architects and with Altro on the project, with the aim to create a healing environment that would be comfortable, friendly, non-clinical and focus on wellbeing at a time of great stress.

Georgia says: “Being in hospital can be an upsetting and frightening experience for everyone, but especially for children. The interior space can have such a powerful effect on how they feel, and using the right designs, colours and materials will set the scene from the moment a child enters the space.”

Following a series of interactive consultation meetings with clinical and service users, a unique interior wayfinding strategy and supporting arts programme was developed.

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artwork, a welcoming environment was created which has helped reduce anxiety at this stressful time for patients and carers.

Based on an urban study of the Borough of Hillingdon’s biodiversity and award-winning parkland, the interior design and

art concept were developed around the map of the borough as if imagined from a young person’s perspective.

“We incorporated images and ideas into the space that children would recognise, to help them feel at home. The Hillingdon Trail is a very familiar walk locally and features some great characters and animals, such as a fox and owl. A large trail map in the reception leads a series of designs for the wards and cubicles using these characters,” says Georgia.

Christopher Knight, Capital Projects Manager, Estates Department, at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, says: “Everyone says how lovely the A&E unit looks, the Hillingdon Trail is such a great idea for a focal point, because it’s so famous in the area, so children immediately feel at home and relaxed when they arrive.

It truly is a child-centred space from the moment you arrive and it looks and feels different; the

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atmosphere has changed and it’s so much more positive.

“The Altro products look great, and still as good as the day they were fitted. They have enabled us to create the most wonderful environment that is not only safe and clean, but helps children to feel better and happier at a stressful time.”

Hillingdon’s Stoke Unit was also been vastly improved thanks to Georgia and Altro’s input, with the refurbishment of a bed bay, and also of the gymnasium; the

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area where important assessment and rehabilitation work takes place. Altro SerenadeTM acoustic smooth flooring was used, with large nature scenes reproduced on Altro Whiterock Digiclad™ to create a patient-centred biophilic design, to bring the outside in.

Altro Serenade is ideal for spaces where comfort underfoot and impact sound reduction are paramount for patients. It is 3.9mm thick and has 19dB impact sound reduction. Along the walls of the gym is an image of a bluebell wood, in Altro Whiterock Digiclad. In the Stroke unit bed bays, a wildflower meadow runs along the entire wall above the bedheads.

Christopher Knight has seen a real difference for patients and staff.

“The Stroke unit is now also hugely improved, thanks to the refurb.

Using beautiful natural images to help relax and reassure patients has proved wonderfully calming for them, and we can see a real difference in behaviour. Staff are also thrilled with the new spaces.

Working in an environment that’s colourful, friendly and warm has such an impact.”

All the spaces have been transformed by the refurbishment in so many ways. Compared with how they looked before there really is no comparison; they have gone from dull and clinical to bright, light, colourful and comfortable, but still meet very strict guidelines for safety and infection control.

The designs use products from the Altro Whiterock hygienic wall sheets range Altro Whiterock Digiclad, Altro Whiterock Chameleon™ and Altro Whiterock Satins™. Altro Wood™ Safety, Altro Suprema™ and Altro Aquarius™ safety floors were also used in the Hillingdon Hospital projects. www.altro.co.uk Flooring

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