Bcr UK Issue 322

ISSUE 322

March/April 2015

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Perforation with imagination Building and Construction Review is proud to present EE Ingleton with its 2014 Innovation award for Perforated Panels.

Established in 1976 by Richard Ingleton and Graham Calderbank, Sheffield based EE Ingleton Engineering Ltd began trading in the animal feedmilling industry, manufacturing and supplying swing hammers and screens.

Still a significant element of the business, success led to the expansion of the perforated products department, allowing EE Ingleton to supply a comprehensive variety of perforated panels directly to the architectural and engineering markets.

In the architectural world, EE Ingleton work closely with clients, and everyone involved in projects including designers and main contractors. This allows them to ensure that solutions are tailor-made to the exact requirements of each individual project or application, and designed to specific budget constraints.

Tony Hodges, Managing Director at EE Ingleton, commented: “Our company ethic is pride in our work and customer service. Many of our major customers have worked with us for several years, across a number of projects, as our approach results in a very high level of customer loyalty and repeat business. We treat small jobs requiring only a handful of panels in the same way

Ingletons have also supplied perforated anodised shingles as well as decorative perforated and embossed panels for the stunning new kinetic facades installed on Debenhams flagship Oxford street store in London.

as major projects and our minimum order quantity is one.”

Ingleton Engineering completed supply of perforated Tony Hodges, Managing Director image panels at EE Ingleton with the prestigious for the new 2014 Innovation award for Riverside Perforated Panels development at Kingston upon Thames, using their new PicPerf© system.

Working closely with Cadisch MDA ltd & architects Haworth Tomkins on the project, Ingletons produced the photographic image panels based on a classic motion study by the Victorian photographer Eadweard Mybridge and also a photograph of the local river scene.

The perforated panels produce a subtle image during daylight hours, and are then LED back-lit to stunning effect during the evening. The visually striking installation greatly enhances the atmosphere of the setting for visitors to the café bars & shops.

A-SAFE has an extensive range of esteemed clients, comprising of many blue chip companies. They distribute products to leading manufacturing workplaces such as VW, Toyota, Nissan, and Jaguar Landrover, and retailers such as Coca-Cola, Nestlé, Haribo, Fox’s Biscuits, Morrison’s and McCain’s. The specialist safety systems are also popular with airports, as they are currently in use at Heathrow, Manchester, Abu Dhabi and Charles De Gaulle.

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The shingles are free to swing on pins, so that the surface of the kinetic facades ripple & react to air movement around the building proving a dynamic, ever changing facade.

Each section of kinetic façade is set in a frame of perforated metal lace panels, deploying a variety of lighting techniques to add depth to the pattern. In this way the appearance of the building can change quite dramatically depending on the time of day, night, year or even the weather conditions.

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Both perforated and embossed lace patterns for use on the feature panels and soffits were developed using the new PicPerf© image perforation system, so that the pattern flows seamlessly across the perforated and embossed areas.

For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact one of the team on: 0114 275 7834. Alternatively, log onto: www.eeingleton.co.uk

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barriers’ main purpose, however, is to ensure the permanent segregation of pedestrians from workplace vehicles.

Additionally, A-SAFE barriers have great visual impact; they are smooth, stylish and coloured all the way through. Their reliability is also indisputable, as all products are independently verified by TÜV and rigorously tested by a qualified research and development team.

Not only does A-SAFE supply a wide range of barrier systems, they also offer additional products, such as Lift Gates, Sign Boards, Slide Gates and Swing Gates.

The distinguished barriers can be located in many environments, such as aviation, food & beverage, automotive, pharmaceutical, distribution and warehousing.

They can be utilised effectively in car parks, factories, warehouses, workplaces, pedestrian walkways and vehicle areas, and can be used for wall, edge, door, column and access barrier protection.

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The 187,000 perforated aluminium shingles and decorative perforated panels were supplied to Dane Architectural Metalwork, working closely with architects Archial NORR throughout the project.

Advanced flexible excellence The world’s first fixed polymer safety barrier system was brought to fruition courtesy of the renowned manufacturers, A-Safe (UK) Ltd. The trendsetting company started off as A-Fax Films Limited in 1984, and has gone from strength to strength ever since. They have recently been commended for their commitment to the industry by being presented with the highly prestigious Product Innovation Award.

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A-SAFE has gone from strength to strength; the business now has offices and resellers in over 30 countries, including Germany, France, USA, Italy, Spain, Scandinavia and Australia, and they have recently launched another subsidiary in Holland.

(Pictured) Luke & James Smith, Directors of A-SAFE presented with the Product Innovation Award The unique systems are made from Memaplex – a trademarked material developed in-house by A-SAFE and are specifically designed to absorb and dissipate impacts from vehicles or hardware in order to protect structures, personnel and machinery. If an accident was to occur, the strong, flexible, absorbent natures of the barriers would lessen impact forces and ensure vital structures remain intact.

The company is currently working on an innovative iFlex range which will be launched very soon. It involves a raft of whole new innovations which will be better and stronger than ever and they will be hygienically sealed and suitable for food and chemical based environments.

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Typical steel barriers have a 100% impact force to the floor, bending the metal and ripping up the floor – meaning structures will need to be replaced or repainted. A-SAFE barriers have a maximum 20% impact (the rest is absorbed), so there’s no need for repairs. Because next to no damage is done, there are huge maintenance cost savings with A-SAFE. These first-rate systems also act as a pathway, directing personnel safely around the area, streamlining efficiency. The maximum performance products ease the management of vehicles and pedestrians; marking crossovers with barriers, gates and signage, reducing the chance of collisions. The

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CONTENTS Building Excellence

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Acclaimed Security Brownhills Glass Tec7

Kitchens, Bathrooms & Lighting News 8 Inspired Furniture Isotera Teleseal Timeguard

Landscape & External Works News 14

Security Products Award

Security measures you can trust The award-winning security provider Acclaimed Security are renowned for offering businesses all over the country a whole host of reliable security measures. The company, based in Leeds, was established in 2002 and has recently been presented with the Security Product of the Year 2014 for its revolutionary GuardSafe technology.

The respected business has the capability to offer clients security services such as Key Holding and Alarmed Response, CCTV Monitoring, Mobile Patrols and Security Guarding. The safe, trustworthy and cost-effective solutions provided by Acclaimed Security serve to allow peace of mind for clients who want to ensure their premises, commodities and personnel are kept well protected with the latest security systems available.

Roy Unwin, Managing Director of Acclaimed Security, said: “We are an accountable security company because we are one of the very few ACS approved business in the industry. We have won 10 awards over the last couple of years, all of which are associated with company excellence, and we are consistently commended for being a performance related achiever.”

Their award-winning GuardSafe product is remarkable because it alerts companies that a guard is present at the site, providing clients with the assurance that their business is being safely supervised. The system works using specialist boxes fitted to areas which would benefit from regular checks, and 4 patrol routes are designated around the perimeter of a building.

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terrorism and drugs control and will help combat general wrongdoing.

Contact Roy Unwin, Managing Director 07711 693600 royunwin@acclaimed-security.com Richard McElroy, Sales Manager 07912 772862 richard@acclaimed-security.com Stacey Peterkin, Operations Manager 07425 628111 staceypeterkin@acclaimed-security.com Roy explained: “Every patrol route is timed, yet an extra 4 minutes is added on to each journey to ensure the guard undergoes a thorough check of the area. If the duration between each GuardSafe box is shorter than the designated patrol time, the system will reject it and the guard will have to repeat the patrol until it is completed properly.

“GuardSafe is a unique patrol logging system which works in real time. This means companies can have results within seconds – if there are any issues, they are flagged up immediately and dealt with accordingly. This is a vast difference to other businesses, whose results are typically provided after a much greater timespan – some can take as long as a month! We are proud to say that GuardSafe is a system exclusive to Acclaimed Security; no-one else in the world has it.”

Acclaimed Security's security measures have been utilized by a number of industrial and commercial outlets and well-regarded blue-chip companies including Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Leeds City Council, Freight Liner, Tarmac, Seabrook Crisps, Vion Foods, Brake Brothers and Liberty Living.

Acclaimed Security has recently secured a massive contract which they will be putting into place at some point in the foreseeable future.

The agreement is highly confidential, but it will double the company’s revenue streams and will subsequently see the establishment doubling in size. This new enterprise involves work regarding

Hello & welcome to Issue 322 of BCR UK… As with every edition, the team at BCR UK has been working extremely hard to bring you an issue that is full of innovative and exhilarating companies, and we believe that this could be the best yet!

We have searched the length and breadth of the UK to bring you some of the most ground-breaking innovations and this month we are overjoyed to be highlighting the activities of Brownhills Glass and Tanums Fonster Firstly, we would like to focus on the accomplishments of Brownhills Glass. Due to their prominence in the industry; we have awarded them with the impressive ‘35 Years Commemorative Award’ profile. To find out more, turn to page 3.

And secondly, we are highlighting the successes of Tanums Fonster by presenting them with the remarkable ‘Commitment to Excellence’ status. For more information, look no further than Page 5.

I hope you enjoy reading this issue of BCR UK as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you. Happy reading and we hope to see you for the next edition.

T 0113 217 2259 info@acclaimed-security.com www.acclaimed-security.com

(Pictured) Roy Unwin, Managing Director of Acclaimed Security

BIM Show Preview

Benoy moves to grow BIM portfolio Benoy, international, award-winning Architects, Masterplanners, Interior and Graphic Designers, has committed to expanding its Building Information Modelling (BIM) based portfolio and the development of the BIM Team across its 10 studios.

Currently Andrew is the Project Leader for the BIM-based Resorts World Birmingham, a world class leisure complex. The 80,000m2 project will be the first of its kind to be built in Europe and will significantly enhance the entertainment sector in the region.

Resorts World Birmingham is currently under construction and is planned to open mid-2015. Changi Airport’s T4 and Caspian Waterfront are expected to open their doors in 2017. www.benoy.com

To guarantee higher levels of excellence and efficiency from Benoy’s studios with further integration of this cutting edge design tool, the firm has announced its first Global BIM Coordinator, Senior Associate Director Andrew Tape. Andrew will take on this new role alongside a team of Studio Coordinators supporting the BIM efforts.

Building Information Modelling represents a new approach to collaboration throughout the design and construction process resulting in quicker and more effective coordination between consultants as well as with the client. With the appointment of a dedicated BIM Team internationally, Benoy strengthens its position to offer clients around the world access to the powerful design method and the firm’s projects are able to reap the benefits of this growing technology.

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Building Excellence

If it’s possible in glass, we can make it happen for you Building and Construction Review is extremely proud to present Brownhills Glass with its 35 Years Commemorative Award profile.

Established in 1979, Brownhills Glass Co Ltd (BGC) is one of the UK’s leading independent glass merchants and processors. From its specialist facilities in Aldridge, the company serves a wide variety of trade customers, architects, interior designers, construction professionals and private home owners throughout the West Midlands and beyond. In April 2012, BGC underwent a management buyout and is now owned by Tim

is continually replenished from UK manufacturers, enabling the company to offer next day delivery from stock.

Price, serving as Managing Director and Mark Harrison, Financial Director.

Tim Price commented: “Our range of products and services is unrivalled, from the supply of plain glass from stock to sophisticated processing, and everything in between. We hold extensive stocks of plain glass, safety glass, fire glass and horticultural glass, available for next day delivery using our own fleet of vehicles. And we have a range of state-of-the-art glass processing machinery in-house to cut, shape, polish, mirror, bevel and drill glass.

All of BGC’s activities take place at their 3.8 acre site in Aldridge. It is here that a large inventory of glass is held, which

The Aldridge site is also home to the state-of-the-art glass processing machinery, including two new machines and paint plant, which allows BGC to produce its stunning and functional bespoke products.

Architecturally these can range from clear float and Low E glass for double glazing to large expanses of laminated safety glass for shop fronts and office buildings; from horticultural glass for domestic and commercial greenhouses, to stunning balustrade walkways and staircases and much more. BGC also supply a range of glass products that are used extensively in interior schemes including table tops, mirrors, shelves, kitchen splash backs, doors and partitions.

T 01922 749910 sales@brownhillsglass.com www.brownhillsglass.com

100% Organic Woodchip Dried Seaweed Building and Construction Review are pleased to present Uist Asco Ltd with the prestigious Company Spotlight profile.

is fuelled by wood from the company’s very own sustainably managed forestry plantations.

Uist Asco are best known for sustainably processing bulk dried Ascophyllum Nodosum seaweed for use in various industries, including the agricultural, horticultural, aqua-cultural, pharmaceutical and alginates sectors.

Situated in the Western Isles, Scotland, Uist Asco operates a state-of-the-art processing plant which is powered by renewable energy in order to dry the specialist seaweed. After the seaweed is dried, it is sold as organic fertiliser, animal feed and used to extract chemicals like valuable alginates.

“We dry our seaweed with indirect heat using a 999kw biomass boiler,” Graeme Todd, Marketing Manager at Uist Asco, explained. “Hot water from this boiler is piped to our custom built drier where the water is pumped through heat exchangers to heat air which is passed through the drying bed.

“Drying the seaweed this way ensures

it doesn’t get burnt or tainted with fuel residues; other products on the market are black, unlike our bright green product. The gentle drying technique also ensures all the valuable bioactives found within are unharmed and preserved.”

Dried seaweed is a desirable component because it has great usage in areas susceptible to drought, due to its excellent water retention capabilities.

Because the marine algae are rich in cytokinins and auxins – which promote growth in crops – it is commonly used to stimulate growth in plants while increasing organic matter in poor soils.

The seaweed obtained by Uist Asco is 100% pure and extremely sought after by industries worldwide. It is dried using a biomass furnace which

Uist Asco are superior in the industry because they are organic approved, and their manufacturing process is monitored closely by the Soil Association, SOPA and the Agricultural Industries Federation, ensuring the product meets all of the necessary requirements. Additionally, all seaweed gathering is carried out by hand, in compliance with a strategic cropping plan which guarantees sustainability, the shores of North Uist are known as being some of the cleanest in the UK. The production of the plant has resulted in a more regular and environmentally friendly supply which more efficiently serves the seaweed harvesting industry. The company has received a lot of interest in the market ever since its establishment in 2013, and has effectively developed to a major employer on the Islands.

T 01876 500267 info@uistasco.com www.uistasco.com

At Acclaimed Security, we boast some of the highest SIA accreditations in the industry and use the most innovative and effective security procedures to ensure your peace of mind.

Each one of our security guards is thoroughly vetted and checked, and high staff loyalty rates mean that we know each of our security guards on a personal basis.

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE 9 Advanced technology ensures 100% compliance with agreed security plan 9 Experienced, qualified and well vetted staff 9 Personal and professional service from the moment we answer the phone

Acclaimed Security are pleased to announce that they are now partners with TAG GUARD

SERVICES INCLUDE 9 Manned guarding 9 Mobile patrols 9 Key holding and alarmed response

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T 0845 838 3400 or 0113 217 2259 | F 0845 838 3401 24 Hour 0845 838 3402 | E info@acclaimed-security.com www.acclaimed-security.com

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Commitment to Excellence

Integrated Construction Technology Building and Construction Review is proud to present Rapid 5D with its selected Commitment to Excellence profile.

Rapid5D was founded in 2010 to address the growing demand for software solutions and implementation services that provide a totally integrated Building Information Modeling (BIM) environment for construction and engineering.

Steve Brunning founded the company following an extensive review of software solutions that could meet the demands of BIM. To support this process Steve and his team have established a broad range of BIM Protocols, Model Management, Level of Detail and associated cost data structures to support the use of BIM within projects.

Rapid 5D is currently the UK and Ireland authorised distributor for Trimble Buildings GC/CM suite of solutions, working at the leading edge of the emerging BIM technologies being introduced to the construction industry.

Managing Director, Steve Brunning, commented: “We believe the main focus must be on the customer, their objectives and requirements.

The solution is not necessarily a one size suits all. By offering flexibility, interoperability Prolog mobile ipad app and ease of use, tailored to the client’s needs, the benefits of Building Information Modelling (BIM) can be realised for all. The key to success is being collaborative working between all stakeholders, throughout the entire lifecycle of any project.

“Our aim is to minimise time and risk by implementing a portfolio of solutions that may be used, in part or full, to meet our clients requirements, and to support

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the Government mandate for 20-30% efficiency gains by 2016 and beyond.”

As a recognised construction solutions business, Rapid 5D’s team of specialists offer a comprehensive list of services for your business. Introducing Building Information Building (BIM) to the unknown can be daunting during the first stages, but Rapid 5D are available to support your business every step of the way.

Dedicated to making the construction industry significantly more productive through advanced accessible intuitive technologies, Rapid 5D offers streamlines of communication and collaboration throughout the DesignBuild-Operate (DBO) lifecycle. These solutions are tailored to Architects, Structural professionals, MEP trades, General Contractors and Construction Managers and Building Owners to benefit from working to greater efficiency and profitability on construction projects.

Vico Office Suite, clients, consultants, contractors and subcontractors can collaborate efficiently, manage cost, optimise the programme, improve accuracy, predictability and reduce risk, on all sizes and complexities of project.

Steve explained: “We believe the Vico

Office integrated construction and engineering management software allows specialist disciplines (Modellers, Estimators, Quantity Surveyors & Planners) to continue working in the effective and efficient manner they are familiar with, whilst also allowing them to work collaboratively with all other stakeholders regarding coordination, budgeting and project control. This improves accuracy, reduces replication of work and risk for the project as a whole. This doesn’t require a huge capital outlay either as Vico office is now available on a rental subscription option so you can try out the software and be confident that it fits your business needs without significant risk.”

T 01245 809131 info@rapid5d.com www.rapid5d.com

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No matter what your requirements, Rapid 5D provides the latest innovations and practical features to solve today’s business problems and help the construction industry to a more advanced economy.

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Commitment to Excellence

Triple glazed quality windows from Sweden Building and Construction Review is proud to present Tanums Fonster with its highly prestigious and industry acclaimed Commitment to Excellence profile.

be made to your preferences and can act as a feature in a house or a building. A 30 year warranty is also included on the aluminium clad timber windows.

As the trusted provider of products that really stand the test of time, Tanums Fonster are renowned for their high quality windows and doors. With over 60 years’ experience in the industry, the company offer advanced technology designs to self-builders, homeowners and public buildings in the UK and Europe.

Being members of Swedish Window Control, means the government controlled Swedish Testing Institute, (SP), continually checks the company’s production methods and products to ensure products meet their rigorous requirements, with regard to quality, durability, air and water tightness as well as wind loading.

The inward and outward opening windows and doors are made to withstand the rigours of the Swedish climate and triple glazing comes as standard combined with a high quality factory finish so no additional site finishing is required.

“Our knowledge, flexibility, craftsmanship and modern techniques provide the basis of our reputation and our windows reflect all the advantages that high quality timber offers by way of warmth, strength and durability.”

Theodor explained: “Our windows are ideal for ‘energy conscious’ domestic housing and commercial/public sector buildings and developments with high environmental specification. We are proud to say that our windows have been fitted in a Scientific Base in Antarctica.”

All products have a standard low U-Value of 1.0 including the frame and are extremely energy efficient. With custom sizes and shapes available, the unique windows and doors can

“If you’re feeling the cold, want to block out unwanted noise levels or give your project a stylish new look, you are certain to find the windows you need at Tanums Fonster.”

Theodor Karlsson, Key Account Manager at Tanums Fonster, commented: “Tanums Fonster has been at the forefront of window design for up to 60 years. Our planning and design team is constantly striving to improve our windows and French doors to meet the ever-increasing

demand for high performance products.”

“Our environmentally friendly triple-glazing and production techniques are the way forward in today’s energy conscious market. By using first class redwood from managed forests and offering excellent U-values, our windows, French doors and Sliding doors are fulfilling the demands of even the most discerning homebuilder or renovator.”

Tanums Fonster is about to launch their new, improved windows and doors design series. The new series will offer a new aluminium cladding system with higher security and protection and will be even more energy efficient.

Theodor commented: “We have been working extremely hard on our new series and are very excited for it to now become available to our customers. The series will now provide enhanced security, new defined options and more flexibility with its new design and efficient approach.”

When asked about the company’s plans for the future, Theodor concluded: “Our aim is to expand more into the UK market making our products more accessible and allowing customers to be able to view and test them. We believe our new series launch will put us in a great position and will demonstrate our commitment to providing high quality products.”

Contact T +44 (0)115 932 1013 www.tanumsfonster.co.uk

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Hot Tubs Company of the Year

Softub: Portable, durable, comfortable in each, hours of relaxation can be enjoyed in soothing silence.

Softub hot tubs are fast becoming a must-have product.

Softub have been supplying these quality hot tubs for over 26 years and these luxury items have become increasingly popular with both adults and children alike.

These stunning lightweight machines are available to purchase in a range of chic colours, and are available in three sizes, so you can find the one which best suits your accommodation perfectly.

Whether they are situated in the home or in the garden, these stylish and contemporary machines are a real focal point. Tactile materials, sophisticated colours and modern accessories ensure that Softubs are the epithet of effortless style and premium quality.

Softub attends many trade shows throughout the year and always receive a fantastic response from potential clients.

“We always receive excellent feedback at shows,” Daniela Hutchinson, Sales Director at Softub UK, commented. “Some customers even buy our display items to take home on the day! We currently attend around 45 a year and have many lined up for the near future.”

These hot tubs aren’t just aesthetically pleasing; they are also incredibly comfortable and practical. Their interior is

constructed from the soft yet firm polybond foam, a material which provides optimal comfort and support in any position.

The exterior is made of Leathertex, a robust material which is weather-resistant, so the colours won’t fade over time.

Softub is unrivalled in energy efficiency, as the portable tubs can run on a standard 13 amp household socket courtesy of its innovative heat recovery technology, using only a fraction of the energy consumed by other brands. The filtered water

Tracking Company of the Year

Smarter Vehicle Tracking Building and Construction Review are extremely proud to present its Vehicle Tracking Company of the Year award profile to GTrak.

The trusted telematics provider, GTrak, specialise in GPS vehicle tracking, with a vision to create affordable solutions for companies who operate using fleets of vehicles.

Established in 2009, the company are the superior tracking company ensuring they keep things simple.

With easy-to-use features – from the ‘one click’ software interface and device installation to the order processing and implementation, GTrak guarantee that what has the potential to be complex is actually highly useable and efficient for consumers.

GTrak systems offer a variety of benefits including cost reductions. They guarantee cuts on fuel consumption and reduced costs on calls to drivers, as well as improvements on vehicle-running fees and van taxation usage. Additionally, their health and safety protocol is exemplary; monitoring excessive speeding, protecting single drivers and following working hour directives are all duties the company carry out in order to comply with its necessary duty of care act.

Tom Smith and Ashley Meson, both Director’s and co-founders of GTrak, commented: “We pride ourselves on offering a professional and resourceful service to our customers. Our business stands out because we offer a personalised service; our clients are always the priority. We go above and beyond to get the job done to a high standard, to fulfil the needs of our customers. Overall, when it comes to

is warmed using heat generated by the motor, further minimalizing energy consumption.

Softubs are incredibly hygienic in the respect that the automatic function of the integrated Ozonator aids intensive and clean water purification, so that every bathing experience can be enjoyed with crystal clear water of the finest quality.

Additionally, the tubs are the quietest spas in the world – thanks to the Advanced Whisper technology motors operating

Softub UK made a real impression when they attended the National Homebuilding and Renovating Show at the NEC in Birmingham to showcase their innovative technology. The company was presented with the ‘Best Selected Exhibitor Award’ at the event, and their machines were deemed a real alternative to traditional fibreglass hot tubs.

T 01904 643212 info@softubuk.com www.softubuk.com

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customer service and satisfaction, we are a really decent company to work with.”

GTrak function using a web based tracking system, with a portal offering a whole host of impressive features including live mapping, 30 second updates, live reports and a full reporting suite. Once installed, the unit allows customers to track their assets, receiving live accurate data for every journey made. The sophisticated technology works by relaying information back to a server via the mobile telephone network.

The systems produce data which can be accessed on an individual client account using an online track panel. The portals act as a means of communication to keep clients updated, providing useful information on their fleets, such as vehicle arrivals, departures, speeds and locations.

To enhance customer satisfaction, the product can be tailor-made to suit individual requirements, with many different pricing options available.

When asked to discuss the company’s plans for the future, Tom concluded: “This year, we are focusing on developing new products, proceeding to make them as innovative as possible. We want to continue pushing our technology, sales and marketing in 2015, letting everything fall into place whilst maintaining the resilient and reliable manner which we pride ourselves on.”

T 0800 027 7086 support@gtrak.co.uk www.gtrak.co.uk

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Kitchens, Bathrooms & Lighting News

Timeguard Wherever you need an F.C.U (fused connection unit), it makes sense to provide the added benefit of ‘energy-saving time control’ with the flexibility of push-button manual over-ride and programmable On/Off times especially when all the functionality is encased in a single-gang unit and backed by the Timeguard 5-Year guarantee.

Timeguard engineers have now scored another ace with the new advanced design of next generation fused spurs incorporating time control. By taking advantage of new technology developments, these new designs provide larger and clearer back-lit screens, intuitive and logical programming, with plain-English text prompts, and clear LED indicators for both mains power and timed on/off status.

In a modern world after style and design, the Timeguard FST24 and FST77 incorporate

a simple (replaceable) cable knock-out tab (see pic) to keep cables flush to the wall for conduit connection (rather than the old fashioned and ugly flex outlet through the front face) or for wiring from the back.

Push buttons enable users to advance the programme to switch On or Off at a different time whenever required.

A boost button gives an extra 1 hour or 2 hour supply for hot water tanks, heaters, office and household equipment etc., with the reassurance that the supply will always switch off again automatically. The Timeguard FST24 and FST77 have a 2-pole 13A override switch and a fuse carrier so that the mains can be isolated for servicing or repair.

Available with 24 hour (FST24) and 7-day (FST77) programming.

Contact www.timeguard.com

Isotera is a rapidly growing company, operating in the Lighting/Building Services sector Using our ground breaking power network technology, we have developed a Power and Control system for LED lighting that is industry leading in reliability, cost-effectiveness and speed to design, configure and install.

Founded by leading experts in power electronics, LED technology and lighting controls, our technology is perceived as one of the most significant innovations in energy-efficient lighting of the last 10 years, offering compelling benefits to specifiers, installers and end-users.

...excited to see how Isotera will change the commercial lighting landscape Sam Woodward – Senior SBU Manager: Control Systems at Havells-Sylvania

Contact us on 01480 476939 Email: info@isotera.com | www.isotera.com

British made handcrafted furniture Established in 2012, Inspired Furniture Ltd is renowned for its beautiful handmade furniture carefully constructed by highly skilled craftsmen and accurate woodworking machine technology.

Located in the heart of Northern Ireland, the company specialises in the manufacture (to the trade) of custommade kitchen and bedroom furniture of premium quality. Key specialisms include Inframe kitchen joinery, bespoke cabinetry, solid timber curved cabinet doors, curved solid timber planked worktops and curved island backs.

Jonathan Orr, Director at Inspired Furniture, said: “We produce high-end Kitchens that are totally bespoke, and at a competitive price. We can deliver anywhere in the UK, and we have the capability to manufacture curved doors of any size and radius.”

Inspired Furniture has an extensive client base consisting of kitchen retailers, and interior designers. The business forms strong partnerships with customers in

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order to develop unique ranges of furniture and one off pieces, all of which can be designed specifically to suit customers’ exact requirements.

“This year we will be exhibiting a unique Inframe kitchen along with a new modern kitchen range at the May Design Series at the ExCeL London, taking place between 1719 May,” Jonathan said. “Our long term aim is to continue acquiring a good number of kitchen retailers to supply to across the UK.” T 028 8673 6960 info@inspiredfurnitureltd.co.uk www.ifurnitureltd.com

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At last! No leaks! No mould!

Our unique Awarded winning UPVC precision seals are the ultimate seals where movement occurs.

Water damage due to adhesion failure of sanitary sealant is known to be the single most commom cause of complaint, even damaging a builder’s reputation as well as being costly to put right. The precision extrusions clip together to form a sliding movement between the bath/shower tray rim and the wall, sealing a watertight barrier. They can be fitted onto existing tiles or below new tiles, allowing stress free movement which will last the life of your bathroom.

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Fire, Safety, Security & Workwear News

Health and Safety North The Health and Safety North is the result of two influential organisations merging together to produce an event most impactful and beneficial.

When the British Safety Council paired up with Western Business Exhibitions, a professional phenomenon was born in the form of a two-day exhibition and conference.

The event, established since 2007, acts as a platform for industry specialists to discuss the British Safety Council’s full range of health, safety and environmental management training, auditing, advisory and membership services. The exhibition promises to be highly educational, featuring informative sessions on a whole range of topics from marketing skills to health protection.

Health and Safety North provides visitors with the chance to meet protective equipment manufacturers and distributors,

attend a free conference programmed by the British Safety Council and network with professionals in the field, viewing the latest products and services.

Health and Safety North 2015 will take place from 7-8 October at the Bolton Arena.

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Cat-Trap – a new range of temporary exhaust filter units HSE Fluid Engineering has recently launched a new range of their popular temporary fitment exhaust filter units, designed for use on diesel engines that are working under load in confined spaces.

Looks different, because it is different

The World Health Organisation has recently confirmed that the carbon particulates generated by diesel engines can be hazardous to human health and are carcinogenic when inhaled.

This can be a particular problem from nonroad machinery applications, which are often hired for temporary periods and typically operate with ‘stop-start’ cycles, creating variable conditions which can be challenging to resolve.

The new HSE Cat-trap filter unit combines a catalytic converter, to minimise harmful gaseous emissions, with a particulate filter which captures the harmful carbon particles.

The efficiency of the particulate filter captures 95% of particles 0.2 micron and larger. This new combined unit offers a highly costeffective solution to diesel exhaust emission

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control – lower harmful gaseous emissions and a direct control of the diesel particulates from start up.

The unit is particularly useful for diesel engines that are producing hot exhaust emissions, such as construction equipment, mobile plant, or mobile platforms being used inside factories or tunnels.

• No organic solvents (VOC free) • Clean even light green colour, weathering to an attractive honey tan colour

A range of units are available to suit different engine sizes and applications.

For more information, please contact HSE Fluid Engineering on 0870 421 4206.

• Availability of long lasting MicroShades pigmentation system

Air Quality Monitoring System Lanarkshire based Gas Sensor Manufacturer, SST Sensing Ltd recently launched their first multi-gas sensor system into the instrumentation market. The AQAlert+ Environmental Monitoring System was designed for the surveillance of air quality in schools, offices, homes, public buildings and hotel rooms.

Being a new and exciting direction for SST, their overwhelming knowledge and experience in the sensing and control industry makes the decision in moving higher up the value chain in developing sensor systems opposed to sensor components an easy one to make.

The affordable AQ-Alert+ System measures the concentration of carbon dioxide in the air with options to also measure oxygen concentration, temperature, atmospheric pressure and relative humidity. Marketing Manager at SST, Siobhan Dalziel explains that, “As well as offering standard versions of the AQ-Alert+, which suit most customers’

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• Improved compatibility with metal fixings and fasteners.

application requirements, the AQ-Alert+ is completely configurable, meaning that you can customise the system to exactly meet your specific application needs.

We feel that this flexibility to customise exactly what the customer wants, as well as offering a basic standard unit, gives us competitive edge from anything else that is on the market today.”

Any combination of output is available and the traffic light LED indicators can be set to illuminate at your chosen CO2 levels. The compact and maintenance free design assures long term stability in any ambient environment.

T 01236 459020 www.sstsensing.com

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Panels & Canopies News

Fire, Safety & Security News

Construction dust, noise and vibration exposure monitoring Construction is synonymous with noise, dust and vibration which can potentially harm the workforce (or impact on neighbouring properties) as the HSE’s recent blitz highlighted.

So, with the adage ‘you can’t manage what you don’t measure’ in mind, Casella offers a range of solutions to simplify the task of making risk or impact assessments.

These range from hand-held instruments for conducting spot measurements of noise, dust or vibration levels in real-time, bodily worn devices for longer surveys, through to semi-permanent or fixed systems.

Boundary Guardian for example is a fixed system, which as the name suggests, monitors at the site boundary for any combination of noise, dust or vibration which can alert via email or text if levels are exceeded and will produce reports accessible on-line for compliance purposes.

If Health & Safety is more of a concern, you can be amongst the first to see Casella’s latest innovation in personal noise dosimetry at The Health & Safety Event at the NEC, 24th-26th March.

Register your interest now at info@ casellasolutions.com or better still get connected with Casella and visit stand F36 where Casella will also showcase their classic range of sound level meters and personal sampling pumps plus they will be launching the HAVex hand arm vibration meter, a simple yet effective solution to vibration exposure assessments.

Contact T 01234 844100 info@casellasolutions.com www.casellasolutions.com

Construction businesses jump at chance to hire Defibs

Dave Thomas from hire specialists Survey & Laser with Cardiac Science’s latest Powerheart G5 defibrillator Some of the UK’s leading building and construction names have snapped up automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in a new hire scheme set up by leading manufacturers Cardiac Science and specialists to the sector, Supply UK. These include Carillion, Almagamated Construction (AMCO) and Balfour Beatty.

With 13,000* deaths at work from sudden cardiac arrest every year in the UK the innovative move – first revealed at the Health and Safety 2014 exhibition in October – will take Cardiac Science’s latest Powerheart G5 AED to where it is needed most.

It is the first AED to combine real-time CPR guidance and fast shock times and the only AED on the market which will only give a shock if required. It has been designed to literally talk a rescuer through the process step by step.

Dave Thomas, Managing Director of Survey & Laser, the part of Supply UK tasked with making the new business model work, said reaction was positive from the start.

construction gangs on projects with finite timescales.

Cardiac Science Managing Director, Shaun Ingram said the hire aspect completed a three-way approach to getting defibrillators to customers. “We can now offer firms the option to purchase outright, lease or hire defibs to suit their circumstances.

“Hire is the perfect solution for companies setting up project teams on construction and building work.”

The G5 can be hired on a week by week basis and is then returned when the project is completed. Those hiring get training and there is video in support showing the intuitive operation of the defib, giving those who suffer from an SCA the best chance of survival.

Shaun Ingram again: “It has been a further step towards taking away obstacles and increasing affordability, but the success of the hire scheme is down to thinking about the way building companies work.”

“Literally from the first morning we launched, we had enquiries from the leading names and have been hiring them out ever since.

For enquiries, please contact Dave Thomas at Survey and Laser on: 0161 223 3400. For more information on defibrillator technology, go to: www.cardiacscience.com

“Companies like the short-term flexible nature of the deal, perfect to support

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Gas Sensors News SST Sensing Ltd 5 Hagmill Crescent, Shawhead Industrial Estate, Coatbridge, Scotland, ML5 4NS, UK T: +44 (0)1236 459020 • F: +44 (0)1236 459026 info@sstsensing.com

The Sensing Experts Manufacturers in Electronic Fluid and Gas Sensors At SST Sensing Ltd, our experienced and professional employees design and manufacture a range of Fluid and Gas Sensing Solutions and have supplied these products to industry for over 10 years. Within our vast range of products you will find;

AQ Alert

• Miniaturized, solid state Optical Liquid Level Sensors that are cost-effective, very reliable and extremely accurate • Rugged, robust and reliable Zirconium Dioxide Oxygen Sensors and Analyzers • Innovative, real time, low power CO2 Sensors that use leading edge technology • Quick and precise CO2 Air Quality Monitors that have been designed for the surveillance of air quality in interior rooms.

Our primary goal is to deliver the required sensing and control solutions to our customers which exactly meet their technical and commercial sensor requirements. This can be achieved through our standard range of sensors or providing customer specific sensor solutions.

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Our technical department comprises of highly experienced and qualified engineers who work extensively with our customers to ensure their requirements are met. Our engineers work with customers to provide full application and technical support if required.

Where a specific solution is required, SST will identify the suitable technology and use this as a building block to provide a bespoke customer solution (Please see our Case Studies for specific examples).

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SST Sensing Ltd now has over 40 employees and our success is growing day by day. The core of this success is due to our strong commitment to our customers. Therefore, we want to ensure that our customers feel valued at all times.

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Landscape & External Works News

Nothing to waste With our ever-more ‘throw-away’ society, Waste is now big business and has moved on from the ‘dig a hole in the ground’ mentality to an increasingly innovative and careful industry.

Part of this revolution in the way in which companies think of waste has taken place in the construction sector, which still accounts for approximately a third of the tonnage to landfill each year. This has been declining, thanks in part to the business acumen of Outstanding Woman in Construction 2012, Lara Ayris, with her company Waste Plan Solutions.

Lara has been championing more intelligent planning and handling of construction waste for the past 5 years, initially impelled by the then mandatory Site Waste Management Plans.

The SWMP compliance regulations were repealed on 1st December 2013 as part of the ‘Red tape challenge.’ This might have spelled disaster for Lara’s business, as her large customer base had adopted Waste Plan Solutions’ bespoke software solutions in order to meet the regulatory requirements.

Turnover this year is anticipated to exceed last year by 10%+, which, with a low cost base and plans to develop new software tools, should underpin continued success. As Lara Ayris, Lara says, Managing Director “There is no time to waste.” of Waste Plan Much of the Solutions new business for WPS comes via BREEAM or Code assessors, so Lara is actively seeking additional assessors, who are rewarded with commission, to expand the customer base further.

For further information or to apply to help with referrals, please contact Lara at WPS on 01604 859961 or lara.ayris@wasteplansolutions.co.uk.

Long Rake Spar, Specialist Decorative Aggregates Technology continues to play an increasingly important role within landscaping and a successful website can make the process of sourcing materials simpler and stress-free. At the beginning of 2015, Long Rake Spar launched a new website, building upon its experience as a decorative aggregate supplier to landscapers and garden designers.

The new site has been developed to give landscapers the opportunity to access information about individual products and the process of supply at Long Rake Spar. Each product can be viewed in high resolution representative images; both wet and dry, to give a realistic impression of how materials, in numerous sizes appear in different weather.

The new website has been developed to

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aid specifiers by being easily navigable and accessible on a range of devices, allowing to it be viewed on the move on a day to day basis, whilst with clients, in the office or on projects.

Contact T +44 (0)1629 636210 sales@longrakespar.co.uk www.longrakespar.co.uk

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Grand Designs Review

Inspection & Support News

An inspirational event Services delivered with Pride, on a grand scale Passion and Integrity Established in 1985, MAR Services provides Cleaning Security, Waste and Recycling, Building Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance and Winter Risk Management services. With their head office in Bracknell and a second office in London; they are equipped to offer a personalised service to their clients across the South East.

Grand Designs Live, proudly sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, returns to London’s ExCeL from the 2 – 10 May 2015. Running for 9 days, the show offers visitors a unique opportunity to see all the latest trends for the home as well as many products never seen before. Based on the Channel 4 TV series, and presented by design guru Kevin McCloud, the event will be packed with over 500 exhibitors, across seven different sections where you can take away ideas and inspiration for your own GRAND design.

The previous show took place at the NEC in Birmingham in October last year and was a major success.

Tickets for the UK's number one, award-winning home show are on sale now. Book in advance and save £5 off the door price!

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2015 marks MAR Services’ 30th Anniversary year, and they will be celebrating with fundraising and charity events within the local community. Christa Brazier, General Manager commented: “We have significant involvement with the community because adding value to the area where our staff live and work is important to us. Last year we lent our cleaning skills and expertise to the local council by organising a litter picking event.”

The environment is also of great importance to MAR Services; they constantly strive to minimise the impact of their business activities.

Their Environmental Management System has been independently audited and reaches and exceeds BS8555 and ISO 14001 standards.

MAR Security Services are rated in the top

5% within their category, of all SIA Approved Contractors nationwide; MAR Building Maintenance provides both M&E and Handyman services; whilst MAR Cleaning provides operatives trained to BICSc standards and specialises in office buildings, schools, universities as well as golf and health clubs.

All working practises are compliant with stringent industry standards, ensuring a professional, reliable and safe service in all aspects, thus attaining excellent scores in the following accreditations: ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001, CHAS, and Safe Contractor.

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Compliance without complexity Salus Approved Inspectors (Salusai), established in 2002, is a well-established approved inspection company licensed through the Construction Industry Council.

The dynamic business provides an alternative approach for building control to a myriad of clients in all sectors of the construction industry.

consistency in advice and regulation interpretation, due to the fact they will be dealing with one direct point of contact.

“We operate a no nonsense approach to construction projects and legislative expectations to ensure compliance with building regulations,” Graham Mills, Regional Managing Associate at Salus Approved Inspectors (pictured right) explained. “Our enthusiasm and commitment ensures that our existing and new clients will enjoy a quality service second to none and we pride ourselves on providing customers with efficient, effective and stress-free building regulation approval.”

Graham said the advantages of their services are incredibly extensive: “Benefits include speedy and timely plan assessments, pro-active advice backed up by in-house specialists and highly competitive fees. All necessary notifications to the local authority will be undertaken, as well as any required consultations with statutory bodies.”

The company acts as a ‘one-stop-shop’ covering all areas of building control, fire engineering and fire safety consultancy, and they also have specialist expertise in training & CPD. Further specialisms include high density developments, education, health, sport, leisure and retail, commercial and government projects.

Salusai help developers and designers to overcome the multiple obstacles presented in regards to industry legislation and building regulations in the construction market. All inspections are carried out efficiently and promptly from a local office by highly qualified and experienced staff. Ten regional offices and total nationwide coverage has secured the company as one of the most experienced approved inspectors in the marketplace.

Regardless of the venture, Salusai can guarantee a professional and competent service whereby clients are assured of

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Chimney Sheep Ltd showcased at Grand Designs live as Kevin McCloud Green Hero Having an open chimney is like leaving a window open all the time. Warm air escapes from a room at a rate of over 40 cubic metres per hour – and cold air is pulled in round doors, windows, through plug sockets and even through walls to replace it. So insulating the chimney doesn’t just stop chimney draughts, it also reduces draughts in other parts of the building as well.

Each year, Kevin McCloud (pictured right) hand picks a selection of the best ecoinnovations on the market. As the face of the Grand Designs brand, Kevin McCloud has documented hundreds of buildings over the past two decades. This has given Kevin an enormously wide knowledge of materials, the latest technologies and new sustainable practices out there in the construction market, making him a touchstone for innovative ideas and inventive products.

Chimney Sheep Ltd were delighted to be chosen by Kevin McCloud as one of his Green Heroes.

Most people are unaware of the fact that they are losing heat up chimneys.

Chimney insulation products are largely ignored by the insulation industry. Being provided with a stand in a prominent location by the main stage at the heart of the show was an excellent opportunity to showcase the product and explain the issue to thousands of customers.

T 01900 269427 info@chimneysheep.co.uk www.chimneysheep.co.uk

Nationwide coverage and unbeatable service XO Home, situated in Bristol, specialises in offering customised technology solutions, with services in remote access, energy management, audio, lighting, home cinema and heating/HVAC. The company is famed for being the UK’s leading Loxone design and installation partner.

The Loxone smart home technology is designed to combat the inconvenience of having multiple household devices and appliances which are unable to communicate with each other due to individual switches, remote controls or motion detectors.

Loxone is a full home automation and AV control system with the ability to connect everything together. The advanced software operates from an intelligent nerve centre; ensuring homeowners can manage their apparatus centrally using a single device.

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This fully integrated system serves great purpose for many clients, including developers, home owners, design professionals, commercial, interior designers and hotels.

XO Home appeared at the Grand Designs Live Show in 2014. After receiving such great feedback, the company will be returning to exhibit at the showcase later this year at London’s ExCeL. The show, which will take place from the 2-10 May, will be bustling with over 500 exhibitors across seven different sections that will inspire you with all of the latest trends for the home.

T 0117 366 0690 info@xohome.co.uk www.xohome.co.uk

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Rensons Building Case Study

Creating Healthy Spaces As a trendsetter in ventilation, sun protection and outdoor solutions, RENSON develops innovative products and concepts, which improve living conditions and cut energy costs.

solutions, but also in the area of communication.

Innovative solutions serve no purpose if they don’t reach the market.”

Founded by Polydore Renson in 1909, RENSON started its activities in a small factory in the Holstraat in the centre of Waregem.

The company first produced steel windows and door and window hardware, such as hinges and locks etc.

RENSON is present in a printed and digital press worldwide with editorials, case studies, advertorials and advertising. The company attends all international building fairs and many other exhibitions, reaching a Camargue terrace cover total of over 50 a year.

Major ones they attend RENSON is also expanding its facilities in order are R+T Stuttgart, Bau to keep up with demand from the growing München, Batibouw Brussels, Nederlandse customer base. The company has recently built Bouwbeurs Utrecht, Polyclose Ghent, Made a new landscape office for its extending R&D Italy, Ecobuild London, AIA USA and various department, including a large test centre. “We exhibitions of the Architect@Word range have also been investing in a new additional in various countries worldwide. Further, coating line and new machinery in our RENSON has over 70 sales representatives production,” concluded both Michael Reeves and a strong distribution network in Europe, and Johan Debaere. “Finally, we will shortly currently expanding to China and the USA. open a completely new 15,000m², centralising During the last years, the company have all packaging and shipment activities.” invested in brand recognition to the end user by doing sports sponsoring with the local Contact football team and the internationally known Omega Pharma – Quick-Step Cycling Team of T +44 (0)1622 754123 Mark Cavendish, Tom Boonen, Nicky Terpstra, info@rensonuk.net www.rensonuk.net Tony Martin and World Champions Michal www.renson.be Kwiatkowski and Zdenek Stybar.

Today, Renson has about 75,000m² of production and offices. Its product range includes window vents, acoustic ventilation solutions, conservatory ventilation, demandcontrolled ventilation systems, louvre panels and continuous louvre systems as well as aluminium sun shading (brise soleil), screens and outdoor solutions such as terrace covers.

Johan Debaere, Communications Officer at RENSON commented: “Our mission is to create healthy spaces as well as healthy and comfortable living and working environments, keeping energy consumption down to a minimum. Through the intelligent combination of ventilation and sun protection, we offer a complete range of energy-efficient concepts for a healthy indoor climate in offices, residential housing, conservatories, schools, hospitals and many others. The terrace covers allow to increase the comfort outside, to live outside without problems with sun, rain, wind or coldness.”

RENSON creates healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient buildings. Over the last few decades it has been clear that the history of a healthy and energy-efficient building – avoiding overheating in summer and ensuring a good air quality all year round – cannot be achieved by simply installing air conditioning. Various studies have shown that health problems such as sick building syndrome, draught complaints and allergies occur more regularly in air conditioned buildings than in naturally ventilated

The Renson Headquarters with EXIT 5

Basic ventilation with Invisivent

buildings. Good air quality and a pleasant temperature all year round create a healthy living and working environment. RENSON’s Healthy Concepts aim to create a healthy, comfortable and energy efficient indoor climate by combining basic ventilation, night cooling and sun protection.

RENSON has a wide range of advanced, innovative products including InvisiventEVO HR, Sonovent, Acoustic louvre panels and the Linius® Acoustic continuous louvre system, Fixscreen, Cilium, Terrace cover Camargue® and Invisible integration of doors.

When asked about the company’s plans for the future, Johan commented: “RENSON plans to keep on growing in all segments including ventilation, sun protection and outdoor solutions as well as invisible door systems and other hinges and material for opening and closing inner doors. To continue on this successful path, we must not only be innovative when it comes to developing

Cilium dynamic sun protection system

Fixscreen windtight external blinds

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DCV for a good air quality

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Hauraton Project Updates

Berths 201/202 become Southampton Container Terminal 5 With globalization and the ever increasing levels of world trade, container ships have increased in length, draught and capacity.

The current generation of large container vessels are now some 366m long, 49m wide, with a draught of 15.2m.

Built in the late 1960’s the facilities at Southampton’s Western Docks were the first in the UK specifically designed for container vessels. With the increase in vessel size, the latest Post-Panamax vessels can now carry up to 20,000TEUs, (Twenty foot Equivalent Units) so having berth capacity, cranes, transfer and handling facilities capable of processing the TEUs is seen as essential by the port authority.

The Statutory Harbour Authority at Southampton, ABP (Associated British Ports), decided by combining berths 201 and 202 to provide a 600m quay at an increased water depth of 16m, was sufficient to accommodate the largest container ships. The new facility, known as SCT5, (Southampton Container Terminal 5) has cost £80million. The remaining £50 to £70million in the port’s

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budget will be spent later on increasing the capacity of berths 204 and 207.

Volker Stevin was awarded the design and build contract for the reconstruction and deepening of SCT5 with Mott MacDonald providing the design of the main quay, paving and drainage for the reconstructed terminal.

Mott MacDonald’s work is part of a larger project, started in September 2012 by DP World Southampton and ABP, to build a new £150million quay at the Southampton docks container terminal.

As the new Terminal’s concreted area is about 4.5 hectares, effective surface water drainage was a major consideration to ensure efficient all-weather operation.

Hauraton supplied 1,100m of RECYFIX® HICAP® 680, high capacity drainage channels to remove surface water and allow the container transfer and handling area to remain open even under severe storm conditions.

Designed to resist the rigours of site work, the Hauraton

channels were installed in two runs. Andy Beirne, Hauraton‘s Project Engineer commented, “Each one metre unit was easily manipulated into position on site and no channel breakages were reported during the installation process.”

To further reduce installation times, end-of-run caps and pipe connection sockets were also supplied with other connection points moulded into the sides and bottom of each channel.

This was a major advantage for the contractor as it helped speed the completion of the project.

Factory fitted with 28mm slotted ductile iron inlets, the channels comply with a loading class of F900 so can easily take the weight of a lifting truck with a fully laden container.

Importantly, once installed the complete system is highly resilient to the twisting forces imposed by the wheeled vehicles employed.

The RECYFIX® HICAP® 680 channel system installed at SCT5 is able to accept a volume of water of 487,300 litres. Large concrete rings were used as

gullies and access points for the HICAP® 680 units.

Tim Connolly, Hauraton’s Sales and Marketing Director for comments about the project, “We are pleased that the SCT5 project has been such a success and we are delighted that the channel runs were installed with no problems reported. I’m sure this contributed to the rapid build progress of the job.”

Operations at the new quay, which is equipped with five ship-to-shore super postpanamax cranes, started in January 2014.

RECYFIX® HICAP® High Capacity Surface Water Drainage System As the main RECYFIX® HICAP® channel components are made from recycled PolyethylenePE-PP they are not susceptible to corrosion. Not only is no prime polymer used in the

manufacture of RECYFIX® channels but it is the shredded recycled material, not reformed pellets, that is fed directly into the injection moulding machines providing even more energy savings.

By affording a superior overall hydraulic performance, the HICAP® system generally allows engineers and contractors’ flexibility in surface design and installation, reducing the number of channel runs normally required to drain a given area. This reduction means less underground excavations, materials and vastly reduced installation time. As there are fewer runs required, the surfaces strength is not compromised whilst future maintenance and cleaning will also be reduced.

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Building News

Organic Seaweed products have a bumper launch!

Contemporary Door Canopies • Glass & stainless steel door canopies or • Acrylic, polycarbonate & aluminium canopies • No rust, no rot, no corrosion, no discolouring with age • Easy to fit. No flashing required

This Autumn season saw Uist Asco Ltd launch their range of organic seaweed products.

The company has achieved Soil Association and SOPA organic certification.

The high quality organic products which include Soil Conditioners and Foliar Sprays were well received at Glee with a strong number of orders coming through.

All product packaging has been designed with the customer in mind.

Resealable pouches avoid spills and keep product fresh while dosing bottles make it easy for customers to measure application ratios.

Uist Asco's Organic seaweed products are manufactured on the remote Hebridean Isle of North Uist.

• Made in Germany to high specification • Some models available with inbuilt LED lights.

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The pristine clean wasters provide a good source of seaweed which is then dried using renewable energy.

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Two steel pins are used to measure the moisture level at the surface by measuring the resistance of the material between the two pin electrodes. Readings are instant, precise and specific to the contact area of the electrodes that are used.

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Opened in August 1990.

A distribution chain is now being formed and distributors have been appointed as far as Dubai.

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Digital Moisture Meter The new 7250 Moisture Meter is a compact, digital pin type moisture meter designed specifically for building professionals and tradesmen to access the moisture content in a wide variety of construction materials.

Freehold property, office, small showroom, front yard with entrance off busy road, large store with busy trade and retail counter also rear access stock yard and additional buildings.

Uist Asco is also currently working on a project to create a natural pesticide using bioactives found in the seaweed.

The moisture meter incorporates an easy to read 20-LED bar graph within the keypad which is synchronised with the units LCD which displays current moisture levels; green for ‘OK,’ amber for ‘WARNING’ or red for ‘DAMP.’ The bar graph allows users to interpret the moisture level at a glance.

Each unit is housed in a robust ABS case,

and is powered by three AAA batteries that give a minimum of 350 hours battery life.

The instrument will power off automatically after ten minutes, maximising battery life. This feature can be disabled by the user, if required.

Each 7250 moisture meter is supplied in a protective zip wallet, and is competitively priced, at £58.00 each exclusive of VAT, available direct from www. etiltd.com ordering code 224-070.

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Please contact 07778 622488 for more information on this excellent opportunity to expand this active business in the North East of Scotland.

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Established in 1990, Plastics for Buildings is able to supply all your plumbing and drainage needs. Run by husband and wife team Barry and Jennifer Brown, with help from Warehouse Manager, Ian Poole and Office Manager, Carol Paterson, the company ensure service and value to every customer. They offer a fast and efficient service with a warehouse that contains thousands of items in stock for immediate dispatch.

Situated in Rothes on the A941, the site offers customers easy parking, allowing the Speyside and upcountry tradesmen, along with many retail customers, to save time and costs of journeys to Elgin and Keith.

This well placed trading position with good stocks, competitive pricing and personal service, along with excellent knowledge of the products being sold has allowed Plastics for Building to grow over the past 24 years to a well-supported profitable business with the emphasis on customers’ needs.

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can supply all your plumbing needs for collection or delivery from a compression fitting to a complete drainage system, all at highly competitive prices. The company are also able to supply bathrooms and shower rooms with the relevant range of fittings etc.

Heating is an essential part of the range as are all the pipes, fittings, insulation and tools that are a requirement of the many active local distilleries. Plastics for Buildings are always happy to offer advice and look forward to assisting you with your plumbing needs.

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Building News

Barrier Components – Leading the way in door kits and system

The Wet Roof Pro from Buckleys Buckleys (UVRAL) Ltd. have announced the imminent launch of their ‘Wet Roof Pro’ roof leak detector. Designed to be used on flat roofs in wet conditions, the Wet Roof Pro complements Buckleys’ existing range of leak and pinhole detectors with added benefits such as a new, compact carrying case, improved ergonomics, clearer LCD display, simplified set-up and full CE compliance.

The Wet Roof Pro uses the ‘earth leakage’ or ‘vector-mapping’ method of finding roof defects in which a Pulse Generator unit is used to create an electromagnetic field within a set area as defined by a boundary wire (250m of wire is included in the kit) around the perimeter of the test area. A compact Detector Unit (worn by the user) with two hand-held test probes held in contact with the roof surface detects anomalies in the electromagnetic field created by leaks and directs the user to their location.

The Wet Roof Pro is ideal for finding leaks in hot-melt, single-ply and asphalt roofs and comes with a full one-year back-tobase warranty for peace of mind. For extra reassurance, customers who register their purchase of Buckleys’ products online now

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automatically qualify for an additional 3 month extension to the warranty, free of charge*.

Alongside the Wet Roof Pro, Buckleys also manufacture a range of detectors capable of finding roof leaks and pinholes in dry conditions so – whatever the weather – Buckleys have a leak detector to suit the working environment and reduce downtime caused by inclement weather.

Buckleys also offer full service, calibration and repair facilities and comprehensive product training courses from their head office in Folkestone, Kent.

For more information on the Wet Roof Pro, or any other products within the Buckleys range, visit: www.buckleys.co.uk, email: sales@buckleys.co.uk or call the sales team on: 01303 278888. *Terms and conditions apply

Safetytread products are a range of bespoke, premium, high quality anti-slip stair nosings manufactured in the UK. Safetytread is environmentally friendly and provides a more economical solution than cheaper plastic materials.

For more information please visit www.safety-tread.co.uk, or call us on 01202 625596.

Gypsol anhydrite screed binder The new name from an established manufacturer: • Offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and problematic traditional sand cement screeds • Can be used with or without underfloor heating • Well suited to all building types.

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Barrierfold Doors Barrier Components have been specifying quality architectural hardware for over 25 years and offer a number of systems available for sliding and pivoting door installations. They offer BarrierStack, BarrierSlide, BarrierFold, VistaSlide and VistaFold systems as well as a huge range of hinges and pivots and industrial standard door systems.

allows for a maximum door height of 3,000mm on all systems with a maximum width between 800m and 1,250mm and weight of 70kg to 150kg dependent upon the chosen system.

Vistafold Door Hardware VistaFold kits contain components for external or internal glazed folding sliding doors designed to fit into a standard Barrierfold Door Hardware door frame. They are bottom rolling, BarrierFold is a component system so no need for additional structural designed to hold the support as all the customers’ choice of weight is supported external door and is at the bottom and ideal to open up the the components are space at the back of a available in silver home onto a garden or gold 25 micron or decking area. The anodized aluminium components are finishes. This 44mm made from stainless track option makes an steel with a brush ideal folding garage stainless finish or door using 44mm there’s an option for framed ledge and a polished gold PVD braced doors too. The finish. The 35mm track maximum leaf width is 25 micron anodized of 900mm, height of aluminum and its 3,000mm and weight channel features a of 70kg ensures it PVC insert for the remains a really tough durable nylon flexible option for Barrierstack Doors with Patch wheels to provide installers.

Fittings a smooth sliding operation. With a For full specification maximum leaf weight of 90kg, width of and video footage of separate systems 1,000mm and height of 3,300mm it gives and how they work, view Barrier the installer lots of door choice.

Components e-commerce website at www.barrier-components.co.uk. The site Barrierstack Door Hardware enables users to order a vast product (With patch fittings) range online, providing a one-stop-shop BarrierStack, a component hardware for high quality, great looking and effective system designed to offer the installer architectural hardware products, all complete flexibility for their chosen glass backed by adequate stock and an efficient door installation, now offers four distinct service ethos. door hanging options. Installers can select from the SWS-DR sliding wall system For further information or incorporating separate panels with offset assistance, please contact the stacking arrangements, SFW-DR Enfold Barrier Components Technical and Centrefold continually hinged door Team on 01708 891515 or rails systems or a SFW-PF Patch fitting sales@barrier-components.co.uk. hinge Enfold system.

All these systems are designed to accommodate 10-12mm glass panels for both commercial and residential situations and for both internal and external use.

Door rails come in 20 micron anodized stainless steel finish, which proves ideal for coastal and marine application and is much less susceptible to fingerprints.

The SFW-PF patch fitting system is a satin silver finish on aluminum cast hinges for those requiring maximum glass on show without top and bottom rails. BarrierStack

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P D Associates (NW) Ltd (imagesCreator Training) provides training to industry in First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Health and Safety, Paediatric First Aid and Defibrillator Training.

Trading as a training consultancy for the past 5 years, we are established on bringing quality training to the workplace.

All our instructors/assessors are highly qualified and experienced in the delivery of specific training needs of our clients.

ImagesCreator Training specialise in delivering on site training in our Client’s own premises where suitable facilities are available. We have at our disposal training facilities we can use for offsite purposes.

ImagesCreator Training is a recognised and approved training provider for Qualsafe (Awards) and Highfield ABC, thus assuring our clients of continued quality and consistent training using the best possible training aids and information media technology.

We constantly strive to extend our training services and subject matter so please complete the enquiry form on our website for full and further information of our services.

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A negative safety culture could have potentially fatal consequences Research findings from a YouGov survey conducted on behalf of Seton have shown that health and safety is not always prioritised in small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and that a high proportion of accidents at work could have been avoided. In order to make health and safety a top priority for businesses, a fundamental shift in attitude towards safety is necessary. Stephen Thomas, Health and Safety Technical Consultant at Croner Solutions (a leading business consultancy in the health and safety industry), shares his thoughts on some of the research outcomes and provides expert advice on how to improve safety standards in the future.

YouGov survey findings reveal that 62% of senior decision makers at SMEs admit to a number of barriers preventing them from investing more in health and safety. On top of the usual cost and time constraints, the lack of a healthy safety culture seems to be

a key obstacle. 20% of employers surveyed believe that there is too much bureaucracy involved, an attitude particularly prevalent in construction, and 13% of employers stated that employees are often resistant to following health and safety procedures.

A shocking 21% of senior decision makers held the attitude that health and safety is not that important in their industry. 10% of construction employers held this belief despite that fact that the construction industry accounted for nearly half of all workplace fatalities last year according to the latest Health and Safety Executive report.

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ESG Solarchromic™ glass gives you the control to drive down your energy bills. By reducing solar glare in the summer and heat loss in the winter, your energy consumption will drop • Bespoke manufacture • BSI approved • Applications include windows, rooflights and facades • Reduce solar energy by up to 90% in the summer.

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We carry out a full range of surveys ranging from a simple constraints survey which would indicate what there might be on a section of land that is being considered for potential development, to a full scale suite of surveys to satisfy planning conditions.

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HEDGE TRIMMERS - Suitable for Mini-Diggers HC150

HC180

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HS55 Plastic Flail

HS Conversion Kit Available to interchange HS55 Saw Head and HS55 Plastic Flail

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Bar Length-1.8m Excavator Range-3-7T

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Timber Folding Sliding, Tilt & Slide, Lift & Slide Patio Doors, Tilt & Turn, Stormproof Casement & Sliding Sash Windows We have been manufacturing Timber windows including Flush & Stormproof Casement, Tilt & Turn, Sliding Sash for over 40 years, along with various styles of Patio Doors for over 25 years. All our products are made to measure, combining quality with versatility.

This offers our customers their own choice of timber, colour finish (stain or paint) as well as glazing options.

Features include: • Easy maintenance

• High security

• Dual draught seals

• Expert craftsmanship

• High technical specification

• Ideal fire escape.

Please contact us on 01484 850892 Fax: 01484 850969 Email: info@croxfords.co.uk www.croxfords.co.uk

ICYNENE THE EVOLUTION OF INSULATION The Icynene Insulation System is a series of soft, flexible spray foam insulation products that delivers up to 50% greater energy savings when compared to other insulation products. Icynene is perfect for loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, dry lining insulation, sound insulation and more.

Icynene is the only foam on the market successfully tested and certified for applications directly to the underside of breathable and non breathable roof membranes and felts and recently received BBA certification for this application.

Icynene absorbs the lowest amount of moisture and has the highest level of vapour resistivity of any soft foam on the market.

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BCR Classifieds GroundsCare Rotowash GroundsCare Rotowash Combi walk-behind surface cleaner & cold water pressure washer Cleans hard surfaces to a uniform standard with minimal overspray – use it on tennis courts, forecourts, paths, car parks etc Please contact GroundsCare Products 0118 981 1313

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The UK’s Largest Heating Element Manufacturer

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With many years of experience in the commercial and domestic markets, Rooflight Architectural can manufacture and supply, lantern lights, pitched glazing and walk-on rooflights to any size or specification. We offer technical advice, CAD drawings and nationwide installation.

Suppliers of Spa Pools and Swim Spas Spa De La Mare Ltd are the world’s leading manufacturers of fully tiled spas and swimspas with a choice of over 30 tile colours and endless designs creating a unique finish in the pools, suitable for both commercial and domestic installations.

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ESOS and how it will benefit you

The Flat White range from Fisher & Paykel • Does your business have over 250 employees?

• Is your annual turn over more than €50m?

• Do you have an annual balance sheet of €43m?

• Are you aware of the Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme?

For a place on this free seminar please call Caron Brown on 01604 655295 or email caron.brown@lowenergyconsultancy.co.uk to book your place

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Guest speakers on ESOS and its impact by

White has returned as a fashion colour in the kitchen.

So Fisher & Paykel have combined this new colour trend with their flat door premium fridge freezers to deliver a contemporary feel “Flat White” range of fridge freezers.

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Building Excellence

Surface drainage website features Hauraton Projects A fully integrated DRAINAGE PROJECTS website, www.drainageprojects.co.uk is now available from Hauraton Limited a leading provider of surface water drainage systems in the UK. Utilising the latest software, the website can to be viewed on all digital devices using responsive technology – i.e. the new website automatically resize fonts and images so they can be easily read on I-phone, I-pad, Mac computers, android phones, tablets and Windows computers via the internet.

The website also incorporates a Customer Support portal and links to Twitter, Face book, YouTube videos and Hauraton’s product website www.hauraton.co.uk The website has a feature section which highlights various sectors where Hauraton products have been installed. There is also a selection of Latest Projects; projects completed

in the last few months, and other projects; projects completed in the last three years or so. A News Archive is available of the latest company and product announcements.

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Dickies Work Trousers Dickies trousers are known world wide for durability and style. From cargo trousers to combat trousers the range of work trousers available is vast and varied.

Dickies have been making men’s work trousers for over 90 years and know how to manufacture the best.

Employing the latest developments in fabric technology and manufacturing techniques, Dickies’ high performance workwear is suited for even the harshest working environments.

New trousers for 2015 include; the Stanmore workwear jean, which has an ergonomic, fit with multi pockets to ensure that the tradesperson has style, practicality and comfort. The Eisenhower premium trouser is the must have work trouser for 2015 with a mix of the premium fabrics, rip stop and cordura, for increased durability and the clever design of pocket details (zip off holster pockets). The fit has been ergonomically designed to be able to move and provide maximum comfort.

EXTERNALLY BEADED WINDOWS ARE SIMPLY LIKE UNLOCKED DOORS TO A BURGLAR

Now there is a cost-effective solution Many homes have double glazed windows where the glass is secured by a beading on the outside. This can easily be removed and is one of the most common ways that burglars get in. Taking out the glass is quick and makes no noise.

NO-GO GLASS LOCKS are designed to be easily fitted to existing windows and are a very cost-effective way to make a property even more secure.

To find out more email us on: info@nogosecurity.co.uk or see our website: www.nogosecurity.co.uk or phone: 0845 5280183

For more details on Dickies workwear, visit: www.dickiesworkwear.com

Every so often a new material comes along that lights up the industry and brings new and exciting possibilities to kitchen design and designers.

NEOLITH from THESIZE now distributed in the UK by QF Distribution Ltd is one of those products. QFD will stock over 15 surface finishes in a size of 3,200mm x 1,500m x 12mm to include solid colours and stimulating designs. NEOLITH is a sintered compact surface composed of three groups which are a 100% natural based elements, resulting in a product with unique technical features such as highly resistant to scratches and abrasions and high temperatures.

NEOLITH manufacture state-of-the-art products that combine functionality and beauty, new materials that define the future of construction. NEOLITH can be used is a variety of ways, including workshops, splash backs and floor tiles.

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