Outside Comfort Zone SPRING 2019
BU I L D I NG D ESI GN, I D EA S & SOL U TI ON S FOR YOU A N D YOU R CL I EN TS
Above: Picture from our recent installation at Wath Victoria Primary School
Welcome to the Spring edition of Outside Comfort Zone. After our love with timber in the last issue we have restored normal service with a good mix of installs and guidance to help you design and plan your next canopy installation. There is a bit of back to basics feel about this edition. It?s easy to lose sight of the core purpose of canopies as we get involved in the
Finishing Touches External weather protection has the ability to transform school life with the shade and cover that it provides. To add even more value there are some finishing touches that can take any installation to the next level. This recent installation of the Coniston system in North London shows how the addition of soft play flooring and other furniture ensures that the new space is not only eye catching and welcoming, but can also be used safely for lessons and play. It is the all round planning of the space that maximises its use.
use of material and aesthetic requirements. In the end we are here to provide weather protection and make outdoor areas more comfortable and easier to use. Inside you will see great examples of walkways, entrance canopies and some unique applications that transform outside spaces for all users.
Adaptable, Skilful & Practical Being flexible is part of our make up. The skills and products that we use for canopies can often be adapted to other uses around a site to ensure co-ordination with the use of materials which leads to a coherent finish for the new structures. A recent installation at Ashmole Primary School is a good example of this.
Th e M ain Can opy Included in the work was a straight forward free standing Tarnhow mono canopy that created a new play and learn area for the school. Even this canopy had a couple of twists with the overall structure being finished in black, which is not an everyday choice, and then side screens being added. These, as shown in the pictures, were not solid but timber slats that gave the canopy more definition but kept the open feel.
St ylish Scr een s These side fill slats were developed as a design theme that was used in two other locations on the site. The first one was at the school entrance where full height slats, again finished in black, gave some additional protection for visitors to the school. This attractive side panel linked neatly with the canopy. The final piece of the installation was another timber screen, this time installed on a first-floor roof to give screening to a plant room area. This was a particular challenge as working safely at height and ensuring a neat coming together of steel work and timber meant extra care was required. The finished screen adds a stylish visual point to the building and ties in neatly with the canopy and school entrance area.
Adapt able Sk ills The ability to use the skills and materials that would normally be for a canopy have been expanded here to include two practical, yet attractive, screens that not only work together but also complement the overall look and colours of the surrounding building.
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Walk this way We get very excited here at Outside Comfort Zone about the fancy designs, innovative fixing solutions and uses of new materials that we see in our installations? and it?s quite right that we should do so and they are the elements that move our part of the construction world forward. What we don?t do is lose sight of the fact that the core purpose of any canopy or shade sail is to provide weather protection. Which brings us to this fantastic install at Hounslow Town Primary School. This is a new build school and it not only highlights the benefits of adding canopies at the point of construction, making for an easier install, but it is also a great reminder of the basics.
One of the key elements of the install was the 42-metre-long walkway that shelters students, staff and vistiors from the elements as they walk into school. The walkway used our flexible Grange Junior system that provides a cost-effective option for a walkway of this size and fits in nicely with the wall mounted Coniston canopies used elsewhere in the school. All the canopies were finished in Dusty Grey (RAL 7037) which worked with the finishing of the windows and doors in the main buildings. This combination of practical weather protection and simple design keeps the focus on the main job ? a more comfortable outdoor environment that will be a great benefit to all who use the school.
Construction in process
The walkway takes shape
This view from above shows the length of the walkway
This final image shows how well the relationship between the canopies and building works 3
Cover in a confined space Even the smallest spaces can benefit from canopy cover. This is especially true of a hospitality environment where extra useable space translates into more customers spending money on food and drink, which in turn becomes profit for the establishment. The example shown here shows how our sleek Beck canopy can be used to provide that necessary additional cover to protect customers from rain showers. This allows the pub involved to put out tables and chairs to expand their dining area. It required some pre-installation work to ensure that the building had the appropriate steel work to fix back to and even then, we had to make a slight adjustment to our fixings to account for the render. The real world execution of a design that looked good on paper but presented a bit of a problem when actually finished. The Beck is light yet robust and with its integrated guttering it provides an elegant and neat finish.
Go Max with the Welford Dome We have featured our timber canopies in many of the recent editions of OCZ. They are ideal for providing cost effective shelter for large spaces. They are not the only option though. As this picture shows, a large space can be effectively transformed into a dining area with the use of our Welford Dome canopy. The Welford is a versatile modular system. It works well as a walkway, or as shown here, as a free-standing canopy. It combines excellent UV protection with high impact resistance. Because of the smart modular design, it can be installed quickly with minimum disruption to the surrounding area. It is a perfect playground canopy and is very popular in the education sector.
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corner system for ultimate rigidity Gu t t er in g In clu ded as St an dar d- Deep flow guttering fitted as standard and included in the price to direct rainwater safely from the canopy Ch oice of Robu st Roof Pan els - Can be covered with a choice of 5mm solid or 16mm structured polycarbonate roof panels in clear or opal Wide Ran ge of Colou r Opt ion s - The steel frame is available powder coated in a range of standard RAL colours. Other non-standard RAL colours are available at an additional cost Up t o a 25 Year Lif e Expect an cy - For complete peace of mind
The 24m x 6m canopy featured here transformed an open area into a weather protected, useable space that will transform the life of pupils and staff at the academy. With sizeable distances between posts and no support required within this structure, users can flow freely and safely underneath. Other key features of the Welford Dome -
St r on g St eel Con st r u ct ion - Constructed from a strong steel frame with a unique 4
A Large Measure Commercial canopies have always formed part of our product offering. They are great for retail and leisure sites, giving flexible cover that can be colourful and even branded to suit the location. Unlike smaller domestic uses commercial sites often need a larger span to ensure the maximum amount of space is protected for customers. That?s why we are pleased to announce the launch of our new large span awning ? the Langton.
when retracted into its slimline case. It has an impressive 12 metre span and a maximum projection of 4.35 metres. This gives a cost effective area of coverage that will help any retail or leisure space improve its profitable output. The contemporary design of the awning allows it to fit in neatly with any design theme and complement surrounding buildings.
The Langton awning is covered with water repellent fabric that is available in a choice of 117 This aluminium framed system fabric colours including is a stylish commercial awning patterned and plain. The that is almost unnoticeable frame is available in a choice
of 4 different colours. They can also be mixed and matched to create a two-tone effect in up to 16 different colour combinations. Some other key features: -
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Elect r on ic Oper at ion ? The awning is operated with a Somfy motor and remote control, which is supplied as standard Fu ll Casset t e Aw n in g ? The cassette conceals and protects the fabric when it is retracted into the case Gu ar an t ee ? Supplied with a 2-year guarantee for the electronic moto r
Clickitup® Balustrades: The Perfect Canopy Partner We are delighted to launch a new glass barrier product that could add a stylish finishing touch to your canopy project. Clickitup® Balustrades are adjustable height glass barriers that create defined boundaries, provide protection from wind and are a useful safety measure, which makes them ideal for use with commercial canopies. There are three designs to choose from; Clickitup® Standard is ideal for standard installation into regular floor heights. Clickitup® Balcony has been designed to be safe and secure for those enjoying the view. Clickitup® Inside is ideal for use either indoors for additional peace of mind and protection, or within an existing balustrade that you would like to extend or reinforce. Get in touch for more information and specification details.
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More bang for your canopy buck Our Bioclimatic Pergolas are stunning high-end structures that are ideal for hospitality and leisure sites. Designed to shelter users from wet weather and to provide protection from the sun, these stylish systems extend dining and social areas and therefore improve customer service delivery and increase profits. They allow business owners to increase the footprint of their premises and blur the line between indoors and outdoors, enabling customers to flow freely and comfortably from either setting. This increases the opportunities in the hospitality sector for more dining and increased dwell time, meaning increased spend by customers when they are in the establishment. There are two options within the range: The Imperial Senior is a highly attractive canopy that is available as a free standing or wall mounted structure. It features electronic roof slats that can be adjusted via a remote control. They block 100% of the sun?s harmful UV rays when the roof slats are closed and create a watertight seal and protection from rainfall. Alternatively, the roof slats can be opened at an angle to allow a cool breeze to flow through, as well as provide partial shade. Made from aluminium and supplied with a 10 year guarantee, the Imperial Senior adaptable canopy is the perfect canopy for leisure, hospitality and recreation sectors. The Imperial Grand has all the same attributes as the Senior but has more flexibly with the addition of elements like heating and lighting, as its frame is able to hide fixings and electrical wires to provide a neater finish.
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The top 10 facts about our Bioclimatic Pergolas
are all available as wall mounted or free
1. You Can Adju st t h e Roof Slat s ? These
standing canopies so they are sure to fit
canopies feature a revolutionary roof system
perfectly within your chosen area.
that consists of aluminium slats that can be
6. Th ey ar e Available in An y Colou r ? They
adjusted to suit the current weather
can be finished in a choice of 7 colours as
conditions. They can be adjusted from an
standard however, they can also be finished
angle of 0° to 120°.
in any RAL colour at an additional cost. The
2. You Can Adju st Th em Elect r on ically ?
roof slats can be finished in a contrasting
The revolutionary, adjustable roof slats are
colour to the frame if required.
controlled electronically, making adjusting
7. Th ey Feat u r e In t egr at ed Gu t t er in g an d
them a breeze! To make things even better,
Dow n pipes ? The guttering and downpipes
they are adjusted with a remote control, so
are completely hidden within the canopy
you can choose who has access to adjust the
frame and posts for a sleek, neat and tidy
roof and who doesn?t.
appearance, integrated guttering also
3. Th ey Have a Fu lly Alu m in iu m Syst em ?
ensures minimal maintenance is required.
The canopy is manufactured completely
8. Th ey Pr ovide Pr ot ect ion f r om all
from high strength aluminium for durability
Weat h er Con dit ion s ? Rain, snow, hail, sun,
and longevity. Aluminium is also resistant to
you name it, the Bioclimatic Pergolas
the weather and will not rust or rot.
provide shelter from it.
4. Th ey En able You t o Cover Lar ge Ar eas ?
9. Th er e?s a St u n n in g Ran ge of Upgr ades
The canopies within the Bioclimatic Pergola
t o Ch oose Fr om ? You can enclose your
Range cover up to 7m x 7m however,
Bioclimatic Pergolas with glass sliding
multiple structures can be fitted together
panels, timber sliding doors and fabric roller
offering an unlimited length and width. This
blinds. You can also gain more use from
makes it easy for you to offer weather
your canopy by adding heaters and lighting
protection to large areas which is ideal for
to enable use into the night.
outside events, alfresco dining and for sports use.
10. Th ey Have a 10 Year Gu ar an t ee ? For complete peace of mind, they feature a 10
5. Th ey Can be Wall M ou n t ed or Fr ee
year guarantee on the frame and a 2 year
St an din g ? The structures within the range
guarantee for electrical components.
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SPRING 2019
Our product catalogue If you would like a copy of our full product catalogue then let us know on 0800 389 9072 or sales@ablecanopies.co.uk and we will get one out in the post to you. It contains all you need to transform your outside space and keep those cycles secure. As well as our canopy systems, the catalogue contains information on all our accessories and upgrades ? such as side fills, heating and lighting and colour options. You can also download your copy from www.ablecanopies.co.uk
Essential information for Architects & Specifiers Our dedicated specifiers site includes all the drawings, technical specifications and recent images that you could need to help your project. These user friendly details allow you to quickly compare different systems, roofing options and materials, enabling efficient, informative specifications to be made. Our whole product range is available allowing you to decide on the best solutions for walkways, dining areas, shelter, sun shade or all year round weather protection. For your own personalised access, contact us using the details below.
Committed to service quality We are committed to the highest standards of customer service, which is independently audited wherever possible. - External assessment of our quality through our achievement of ISO and CHAS requirements means that our service is delivered to a consistently high standard - We have achieved Constructionline Gold status ? meaning our approach to health & safety, environment & waste and equalities & diversity meet recognised standards - Each project will have a thorough site survey to ensure your requirements are fully understood and the installation can be completed with the minimum disruption - At all times our expert team is available to answer questions and help you with project timing and planning
For advice, consultation and information: Call: 0800 389 9072 | Email: sales@ablecanopies.co.uk Follow us on our social sites to view new product info and recent installation photos for inspiration: Twitter: @ablecanopies Facebook: @AbleCanopies
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