Issue 333 Bcr UK

ISSUE 333 March 2016

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Providing property expertise for individual Homeowners through to Large Scale Developers NextPhase Development Ltd is a fast growing and award winning Chartered Planning & Development Consultancy, specialising in providing residential and commercial land and property expertise for individual homeowners through to large scale developers.

We offer a one stop planning and design service offering expert support and management to help secure planning permissions. From loft conversions up to more complex programmes such as large

scale housing developments or marinas.

Whether a brand new development or a household extension our philosophy is clear, no more hourly rate charges or hidden extras. Our professional service is delivered with a fixed budget in place so no surprises to the balance sheet.

Our Head Office is based centrally in Staffordshire, ideally situated to provide nationwide coverage to our growing base of satisfied client’s. Our London Office in

an ideal business location within walking distance of Euston railway station and close to major transport hubs.

We run a series of Planning Doctor clinics throughout the year at the Homebuilding &

Renovating Shows, Grand Designs Live and Build It Live exhibitions. A perfect opportunity to get some free advice and have your planning questions answered.

Chris Whitehouse, our Managing Director, also presents popular masterclasses on ‘gaining planning permission in difficult areas.’

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2010 when the UK Government Adviser on construction, Paul Morrell said BIM would play a key part in Government procurement policy.

In 2011, the Government (The Cabinet Office) produced the Government Construction Strategy (GCS), and orchestrated the setup of the BIM Task Group to help deliver the objectives of the GCS. The UK is now very much at the forefront of BIM development and with construction expansion expected worldwide this demonstrates a fantastic opportunity for UK business export for ontracting, engineering and design services.

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The hypotheses of the BIM Task Group is aligned with the Government’s key objective is to reduce capital cost, the carbon burden and operational expenditure of the built environment by 20%. The ‘BIM’ acronym itself may have outgrown its usefulness since Paul Morrells declaration in 2010 and whilst it may involve technology investment, it is much more about management of information and people than about buying new software.

Established in 1989, Man and Machine is part of a panEuropean group, operating in 11 countries, with over 750 staff and over 500,000 installed CAD seats. We provide expertise in digital design and data management with over 60 years of combined technical experience and extensive industry. Our specialist knowledge has allowed us to develop a wide variety of services that address the needs of our customers’ across multiple industries to enable them to design, visualise, and simulate to the highest standard.

Our goal is to help you optimise your design process.

Whether you are in the architecture, plant or construction industries, we have the experience to understand your business and what you are trying to achieve, and we have the expertise to enable you to do it better.

It takes many activities and skills to bring the ideas and designs of Architects/Engineers to fulfilment. Building Information Modelling (BIM) attempts to standardise the creation and exchange of information to make the design, construction and operational management of a facility or infrastructure asset more efficient.

It is important to note that BIM is not just about buildings, but in its wildest context is being applied to facility, building, road, railway, and infrastructure projects. It is also now very much impacting organisations throughout the supply chain including manufacturers, fabricators and interior designers.

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The word ‘building’ in itself also doesn’t necessarily describe the full scope of a project – it doesn’t cover policies, assumptions, strategic decisions, supply chain, specification, user assessment, regulation and recycling sustainability. All are key parts of the projects ‘information model’ and should be included in the creation of the facility or asset information as the project progresses.

For many facilities, more information will be created during the operational phase than will be created during the design and construction phases. Structuring data at the outset and quality controlling it through all phases of a project will bring tremendous benefits. BIM is often wrongly associated with just graphical (often 3D models) information. This is only partly true. All forms of correspondence form part of the model: specifications, risk registers, manufacturers technical information, preventative maintenance schedules could all form part of the BIM for example.

BIM covers all aspects of the project lifecycle and is being driven by UK Government, to ensure that all public sector projects are under-pinned by the creation, collation and exchange or shared 3D models and intelligent structured data that is attached to them. UK Government has defined a minimum requirement for Level 3 BIM by 2016, which defines a series of domain models and the provision of a single electronic environment to store shared data and information.

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Arguably the Government’s first project was funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and involved the rebuild of a 180 cell block at Cookham Wood Prison in Kent. The MoJ translated 2D standard designs into required 3D BIM models and involved the customer, the MoJ staff and external contractors throughout using collaborative models and common data environments to support the BIM initiative. BIM is being driven by UK Government, to ensure that all public sector projects are under-pinned by the creation, collation and exchange of shared 3D models and intelligent structured data that is attached to them. UK Government has defined a minimum requirement for Level 2 BIM by 2016, which defines a series of domain models and the provision of a single electronic environment to store shared data and information.

UK Government has defined a minimum requirement for Level 3 BIM by 2016. Making the right choices to begin your BIM journey and maximise the return on your investment is critical. Man and Machine offer a variety of solutions and services to help you understand the impact of BIM and the market opportunity that it presents throughout the supply chain. The solutions and services include BIM-based products, modelling and measurement solutions, BIM deployment programs, training and consultancy.

Contact us today for more information, call: +44 (0)1844 263700, email: marketing@manandmachine.co.uk, visit: www.manandmachine.co.uk/BIM or @ManandMachineUK on Twitter.

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Hello & welcome to Issue 333 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 PatioMaster and Building Product Solutions.

Firstly, we would like to focus on the accomplishments of PatioMaster. Due to their prominence in the industry; we have awarded them with the impressive ‘Product Innovation Award’ profile. To find out more, turn to page 5.

And secondly, we are highlighting the successes of Building Product Solutions by presenting them with the remarkable ‘Door & Window Specialist of the Year’ status. For more information, look no further than Page 24.

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.

Ian Bird BCR UK Editor For all advertising and sales enquiries, please contact Ian Bird – Sales Manager 0121 711 2762

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Supplier of quality grilles, louvres & diffusers RCM Products is one of the country’s leading suppliers of Grilles, Louvres and Diffusers for air conditioning and heating to the construction industry. Operating from a new manufacturing facility in Kempston, Bedfordshire, the company provides a full range of bespoke products as well as a standard range.

With roots dating back to 1883, the RCM brand was established in 1948 as Richard Crittal Marine, manufacturing the ‘Stylojet’ diffuser range of products and was based in Great Portland Street, London. A renowned reputation for providing quality products and offering exceptional customer service has been the backbone of the business’ success over the years.

Having worked for the company for 18 years, Director Andrew Baines explains how the company has got to where it is today.

“The ethic behind RCM is very personal to me.

During my time here I have seen the company and the employees go through some very difficult periods; then when I had the opportunity to buy RCM my ‘aspiration’ was to build it up to where it once was many years ago in its heyday. To

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as aluminium, the company can provide steel, brass, bronze, chrome and nickel coated finishes alongside an unlimited range of colours.

At the Louvre in Paris, RCM supplied the round Punkah Louvres above the sculpture achieve that I need to start with the ground roots, our employees. I want to build a business that people want to work in, are proud to work in. This takes time and energy and I can’t do it on my own I need all the people involved in the business to want that as well and to work towards it.”

The ability to provide bespoke products is what differentiates RCM from its competitors. As well

RCM Products can be found in many famous locations around the world such as The Louvre in Paris, Edinburgh International Conference Centre, Concord, University Technical College Silverstone, and many more. Their wide client base varies from UK Government in various guises, large companies who specialise in refit work, smaller consultancies that specialise in high end accommodation, parts for sea going vehicles belonging to Royal families from distant countries and many more.

Over the years, RCM has experienced many changes including floor moves, new employees, customers and machinery such as the Amada laser and the new 3 meter CNC press brake.

The Grille range is currently being developed for plaster board fittings with concealed frames.

For more information, contact RCM Products using one of the sources below: T +44 (0)1234 843303 sales@rcmproducts.co.uk www.rcmproducts.co.uk

The North England Build The North England Build is a one of a kind event as the only exhibition focusing specifically on the construction projects and opportunities across the North.

The trade show acts as the perfect platform for companies to get more involved in North England’s construction sector, which is currently in a state of great advance with the increase of heavy investments and a significant surge in construction approvals.

Complete with CPD accredited workshops and exhibitors covering everything from materials, plant machinery & equipment, green builds, infrastructure, building and interiors, North England Build 2016 at the Manchester Central is the place to be from 27-28 April 2016.

Neo Environmental Ltd is a multidisciplinary consultancy that provides cost-effective environmental and technical solutions to clients working in the residential, retail, utilities, energy, aggregates and infrastructure sectors across the UK and Ireland. Our services include: ää Acoustics ää Air Quality ää Arboriculture ää Ecology & Ornithology ää Geophysical surveys ää Heritage & Archaeology ää Hydrology ää Landscape ää Traffic & Transport

For more information, please contact 0141 773 6262 or visit www.neo-environmental.co.uk

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Business News Fast and flexible development finance As the UK’s leading provider of finance to builders and developers, Regentsmead is a multi-award winning principal lender of property development finance for new builds, refurbishment and conversion projects. Renowned for their exceptional and personal service, the company offer an unbeatable five star service for brokers and clients that can be tailored to each ones individual requirements.

Having been in the industry since 1934, Regentsmead has the knowledge and experience to offer much more than just finance. Customers benefit from expert advice which can help reduce risk and increase the profitability of your projects.

As the company does not have to wait for an outside investor or shareholders’ approval before confirming that they can fund a project, decisions can be made within minutes and the funds are made available within days. If there are any planning or commercial changes, funding can be adapted to meet your needs. As things in the construction industry can change quickly, this is ideal for new home developers.

Contact T +44 (0)20 8952 1414 info@regentsmead.com www.regentsmead.com

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Service Innovation Award

Award-Winning Construction & Engineering Consultancy: ‘Your Permanent Contact for Temporary Works’ We are delighted to announce that SJG Temporary Works Ltd has been presented with Building and Construction Review’s Service Innovation Award. We spoke with Managing Director and recognised expert in Temporary Works, Simon Goldsmith to discuss the company’s services and specialities in further detail.

Simon, who regularly delivers talks for industry associations, contractors and health & safety groups, wanted to drive the fact that SJG is a specialist engineering consultancy encompassing all associated areas: “We’re set up to be a fully-functioning temporary works department for contractors,” he explained.

“Purely specialising in temporary works creates a niche expertise that our clients really appreciate. It’s an area that the HSE are taking a particular hard stance on due to the accident rates caused by malpractice or misuse of Temporary Works. Although the market is

crowded with multi-disciplinary engineering firms, our specialist outlook allows us to valueengineer works and to be one point of contact for all aspects of Temporary Works.”

Founded in 2012, SJG Temporary Works Ltd originally began as a training and procedural control consultancy and has since developed progressively to become a concentrated design specialist. The team pay particular attention to its four designated areas: training courses, independent site support, tender & procedural advice and design services. SJG aims to provide a complete support solution for the facilitation and management of Temporary Works (whether working alongside large contractors or smaller organisations) and its group has a vast amount of engineering experience and share an all-encompassing knowledge of geotechnics, structures, equipment and design.

The committed workforce of engineers actively undertakes thorough discussions with contractors to obtain all the necessary information prior to the provision of tailored solutions. All of which are suitably developed for their client’s individual scheduling and project requirements. As they operate in accordance with the British Standard BS5975, SJG has the competency to provide specialist guidance for associated issues and are covered by specific and comprehensive professional indemnity insurance.

“As our tagline suggests we strive to be ‘Your Permanent Contact for Temporary Works’,” continued Simon.

“We aim to be the one point of contact Simon Goldsmith, for all staff Managing Director within a company, allowing them to pick up the phone and reach us if they have any queries regarding Temporary Works. We are hoping to develop our design team in order to manipulate our design rates so our customers can receive more cost-effective quotations – this is another aspect that encourages our long-lasting working relationships with clients.”

professionals have the proficiency to assist with the following: CAT 1-3 checking, value engineering, scaffolding, formwork, falsework, piling platforms, tower crane bases, hoarding & fencing, facade retention, needling & propping, mobile crane outrigger base design, excavation support, hoist bases, site facilities design, feasibility studies, finite element analysis, preliminaries & tender design, underpinning, BIM/3D modelling and AutoCAD draughting.

When asked about SJG’s recent movements and ongoing developments, Simon was confident of continued success, “This summer we will have been trading for four years,” he mused. “After our first year of trading we set very ambitious 5-year plans, but I’m delighted to say we’re exceeding both our staffing

Their design division is headed by a fully qualified team of engineers capable of devising project-specific and standardised designs with impeccably low lead times. Their services provide reassurance that all aspects have been covered as appropriate, as the industry

and turnover expectations. Our future aims revolve around continued growth and we are considering an expansion of their base in London as this will allow SJG to take advantage of their large client base in this area.

“We have attended UK concrete Show for the past three years and last year we exhibited at ScotlandBuild to press home our advantage of having service agreements with a major UK contractor in North-East & Scotland. This year we’re exhibiting in our two fastest growing markets with ScotlandBuild & LondonBuild, and our commercial team attend the majority of relevant UK trade shows as visitors.”

Building and Construction review has accredited SJG Temporary Works Ltd with this award for their commitment to promoting best practice within the construction industry. Operating safely and correctly is of paramount importance in the building sector and this is recognised by the Yorkshire based company, who operate resolutely to ensure all Temporary Works issues are addressed with an unparalleled level of clarity and efficiency. Get in touch with their Commercial Team using the details below if you would like any further information.

Contact T 0800 3288003 info@sjgtwltd.co.uk www.sjgtwltd.co.uk

Roofing News

Raising the roof on industry standards CompetentRoofer is the Competent Person Scheme dedicated to compliant roof refurbishment. Through efficient and quality services, the organisation allows professional roofing contractors to self-certify that their roof refurbishment work complies with Building Regulations within England and Wales.

The independent company is run by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors Limited (NFRC) which is the UK’s largest roofing trade association, representing over 70% of the roofing industry by value.

“Many people do not understand what the Building

Regulations are or what they mean, and some believe they are optional,” commented Marketing Co-ordinator Gary Plahe. “But those who do not abide by the requirements of the Building Regulations face the possibility of a hefty fine and also the cost of having the work put right if it does not meet requirements.

backed guarantee is included with notification of roof refurbishment works up to a value of £50,000 where the building height is four storeys or less. It is also available for commercial and insurance works.”

CompetentRoofer now offers free training for all registered members under the British standard BSW5534 and provides a copy of standards. They are currently developing a Basic Competence Programme (BDP) which is due to be launched later this year as well as a British Building Cladding programme.

“We work with customers to ensure they fully understand these regulations as well as advise them on how to comply with them. Once an application has been received a series of checks are carried out followed by an audit of site and quality management procedures, technical

By taking part in annual health and safety research, NFRC members are able to both monitor their own performance and support NFRC in its quest for improved safety for everyone in the roofing industry. competence and health and safety practices, and an onsite inspection of work in progress. Members are then fully vetted and inspected a minimum of twice per year.”

The scheme encompasses all roofing types for domestic, industrial and commercial properties and is open to all roofing contractors to apply. All those that work in the roofing sector from a one man band to large construction organisations can become a member as well as those who are already registered to a main contractor.

The main benefit to roofers of being a member of CompetentRoofer is that there is no need to wait for a surveyor from the Local Authority to inspect the work before it can be signed off as complete. All the work can be done there and then as full training is provided on the self-certifying system.

“Customers who choose to work with one of our members are guaranteed to be getting a trusted, reliable and quality service,” explained Gary. “A ten year insurance-

Launched in 2010 under licence (with backing) from the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG), CompetentRoofer has enjoyed great success in raising the profile of the quality roofing sector over the past five years. It currently has over 500 registered contractors throughout England and Wales and has received over 28,000 job notifications. Experiencing a growth of 100 members per year, CompetentRoofer aims to increase this by 120 this year and reach 30,000 jobs.

They have also recently taken on a new CEO, James Talman. With an in-depth knowledge and experience in the industry, James is set to be a major asset for the company.

“Our aim is to educate the domestic market and help them remain compliant as well as saving them money,” concluded Gary. “We will be pushing our social media presence and encourage our members to do the same.

We feel all our members should be active in this area and aim to help them raise their profiles and gain more customers.

“We will also be launching a new website in May, just in time for the Roofing Awards Gala event, which we are very excited to be attending.”

T +44 (0)20 7448 3189 www.competentroofer.co.uk www.nfrc.co.uk

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Product Innovation Award

Providing excellence since 1990 Building and Construction Review is extremely proud to present Architectural & Metal Systems Ltd (AMS) with its highly prestigious and richly deserved Product Innovation Award.

As the largest independent aluminium systems company in Ireland, AMS are committed to producing systems that are sustainable and high performing with long design life that will minimise impact on the environment. The foundation of AMS’ success lies in the fact that they are able to provide a level of support and service that is unobtainable from the large multi-nationals.

The company began trading in 1990 in Cork and was set up by Managing Director, Chris Martin, Sales Director, Pat O’Hara and Technical Director, Dave Rawlings. It has since increased its warehouse capacity from 3,500 sq. ft. to 167,000 sq. ft. and has built an outstanding reputation for quality and excellence.

Their diverse product portfolio as well as a unique range of facilities guarantees customers will receive an unrivalled service along with exceptional support and technical backup.

“Our investment in the latest technology and training has led us to become one of the market leaders in the design, supply and manufacture of high performance façade solutions,” commented Pat O’Hara. “Over the years, we have continuously invested in facilities to improve our product offer, so that

today we can offer a complete package to our customers.”

Aluminium, as a metal, is infinitely recyclable and only 5% of the energy used in producing new aluminium, is used in the recycling process. AMS is committed to recycling 100% of the off-cut aluminium produced during production.

In 2012, AMS undertook on a project to establish an Energy Management System to control and reduce all forms of energy usage on-site. This resulted in obtaining certification to the ISO 50001:2011 standard.

Certification to this standard was achieved in July 2013 and this, working in tandem with their Environmental Management System, further reduces AMS’ impact on the environment ensuring they are committed to an environment friendly, sustainable and long lived future.

The company provide a wide range of products and service to fulfil the needs of many industries. These include Façade Systems, Window Systems, Door Systems, Sliding Systems, Cladding / Panel, Aluminium, Extrusions, Powder Coating, Decoral Wood Finish, Thermal Breaking, Weather Testing, Fab & Profile Bending, Thermal Analysis and NBS Specifications.

AMS is continuing to dynamically develop its products and services range by investing in research and development. They believe maintaining this investment ensures that it can continuously create value for its clients with the production of quality systems that not only stand the test of time, but are energy efficient and sustainable.

“At AMS, we are committed to providing high quality products for our customers,” concluded Pat. “This is ensured by our dynamic and resourceful employees, at all levels, being attentive to our customers’ needs. This is both our challenge and our motivation for the future development of the business.”

For more information, contact AMS on: +353 214705100, email Pat at: pohara@ams.ie or visit the website at: www.ams.ie

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All round Knee Protection from Redbacks Redbacks Cushioning Limited, the manufacturers of the World’s only patented, ‘leaf-spring,’ non-foam or gel kneepads, has introduced a new strapped version as an addition to its original, big-selling product for pocketed work trousers.

Designed, overseen and approved by a senior Ergonomist, Clinical Scientist and Biomedical Engineer, the new product retains the company’s award winning cushioning technology which incorporates a flexible TPE (Thermo Plastic Elastomer) leaf-spring set within a unique honeycomb matrix.

Elasticated, soft Neoprene straps which have dust and particle resistant fastenings, allow the kneepads to be worn on bare skin without chafing, or over trousers, and ensure that they stay in the correct position when kneeling, walking or sitting.

The pads have a water-resistant covering and a soft breathable, inner fabric that wicks away sweat whilst providing thermal protection from warm or cold surfaces.

Scientifically proven to reduce point pressure and distribute weight evenly, the impact forces associated with kneeling are absorbed

Durable and hardwearing, Redbacks strapped kneepads give the user unrivalled, all-day comfort and long-term protection even in the most harsh environments.

accredited to occupational hazards, in 10 years’ time the total figure will exceed over a million people in the UK alone, many of whom will have damaged knees through inadequate protection whilst kneeling.

In addition to the unnecessary pain and suffering, the self-employed risk losing their income through injury and the prospect of litigation will be a real threat to employers for not providing the best possible safety measures for their employees”

CEO of the company, Cliff Lockyer, says, “Based on the fact that there are currently over 104,000 annually registered knee operations by the NHS, 50% of which are

For more information, visit: www.redbackscushioning.com, email: sales@redbackscushioning.com or telephone: +44 (0)1327 702104.

giving added protection against back and neck pain.

The world’s only fully covered AV & Power Point Building and Construction Review is incredibly proud to tell you more about Sync-box, the exciting innovation that has shot to even greater success after appearing on the hit television programme Dragons’ Den (aired on BBC).

The completely unique recessed power and AV socket was developed in response to the problems surfacing with the advancement of slim line television sets: the home entertainment market has seen an increase in lighter screens and smaller brackets, which in essence allows the TV’s to be placed more closely to the wall, but doesn’t accommodate the connected wires. The power and audio/ visual leads remain stuffed awkwardly behind the machine and the cables end up protruding unattractively, ruining the stylish effect of the new set.

The Sync-box combats this issue – as the first ever recessed power point to be manufactured, the slender product is designed around a standard double

socket space to minimise structural changes and enable a better fit whilst installing wall-mounted flat screen televisions.

This ingenious concept was devised and developed by Steve Noyes and Duncan Summers, Duncan Summers & Steve Noyes on BBCs Dragons Den two friends enthusiastic about the next level, and so made the fruitful the AV industry and decision to register for Dragons’ Den. frustrated about the obstacles involved With the intent to acquire funding from with flat screen installation. the prospering panel of entrepreneurs, the businessmen were successful in their The subsequent prototype – named application and spent a challenging day Sync-box – swiftly became a global under the close scrutiny of the Dragons. phenomenon as 3,000 units were sold across the world within the first year of Despite receiving tough feedback, trading alone. Upon designing other the experience proved to be both products to supplement the range, an important learning curve and an Steve and Duncan decided they needed invaluable business opportunity: “Since financial support to take Sync-box to appearing in the Den, the phone and email enquiries have exploded,” Duncan commented. “We have received multiple calls from various distributors worldwide; we are currently talking to a large distributor based in Dubai whom approached us after seeing the show.

This is with regard to supplying Sync-box to three brand new Trump Hotels in India and one in Dubai!

Product Innovation Award

Sliding Patio Doors Manufactured and Supplied by PatioMaster PatioMaster, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of patio and conservatory doors, is a sure winner with all of its customers. This is largely because the industry specialist acknowledges the importance of low-maintenance products that not only look great, but have the longevity and strength to maintain a high level of performance year after year.

The business stands out in the respect that it only makes in-line sliding doors.

Focusing on one particular niche has enabled the team to become experts in the craft, securing an enviable status in the marketplace as a trusted and recognised major brand that proudly supports the local economy.

PatioMaster is the superior choice when it comes to patio doors for a whole host of reasons. Homeowners, fabricators and installers have all found the components to be the most effective way to let natural daylight in, as the meticulously designed patio doors are set from floor to ceiling in order to create bright, airy and aesthetically attractive living spaces.

The home-grown British products aren’t only noted for their style and refinished finish – they are also engineered for strength, security and durability. The thermally efficient and recyclable qualities of the materials ensure that the hardware keeps residents comfortably warm and safe throughout the seasons; core characteristics that have ranked the units amongst the most highly specified and rigorously tested in the market.

In addition, every PatioMaster door is unique.

This is because the products are developed in accordance with the customer’s individual preferences (colours and configuration included). This extraordinary level of flexibility means that frame styles and dimensions can be selected as appropriate to match living quarters of any size, whether hi-rise houses or bungalows.

Installation is simplistic; the doors can be smoothly connected as patios, conservatories or internal room dividers to make the most of garden offices, pool houses and porches. With a rapid 5 day lead time, there’s no frustratingly long wait to get the job underway, and the offering of 2, 3 or 4 pane inline sliding doors ensures that the units can be successfully installed in any house.

PatioMaster is part of the Epwin Group, the specialist of low maintenance building products established back in 1976. From humble beginnings (one of the first PVC-U window fabrication businesses in the UK), the company developed significantly to become a stable player in the sector, operating from four extrusion and moulding facilities manufacturing both PVC-U window profile extrusions & PVC-UE cellular roofline, cladding and window trim extrusions. The Epwin Group is now a leading supplier of external plastic building products, boasting a large array of windows, doors, conservatory roofs, guttering, underground & soil systems, cavity closers, roofline, cladding and curtain walling.

If you would like any more information on PatioMaster and how these widely celebrated patio and conservatory doors can enhance your property, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the group today. Together with the company’s highly experienced door designers you can create your very own in-line sliding doors perfect for your individual application, so what are you waiting for? Enquire today and you will be more than happy with the exceptional results that are guaranteed from the tried and trusted brand that is PatioMaster.

T +44 (0)808 178 3370 www.patiomaster.co.uk www.epwin.co.uk

“Going forwards we are looking to grow the Sync-box product range. This includes a dry wall version (for plaster board walls, which is available in spring 2016) and high end metal cover plates for the multimillion £ complexes. It is our intention to grow the business to a £5m turnover in three years by gaining a large presence in the US as well as EMEA.” T +44 (0)1622 688551 www.sync-box.com

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Environmental News

Innovative Building Durable Structures environmental and technical solutions The most used man-made material on the planet is concrete. Construction projects small, medium and large have all used concrete in one way or another.

However, as evidenced from crumbling infrastructure and structures the world over, the quality of the concrete can determine whether a project is truly viable or not. For instance, building a bridge with a lifespan of 50 years is not economically viable considering the cost of initial construction, eventual repairs, and the likelihood of early replacement.

Building and Construction Review is pleased to announce that Neo Environmental Ltd has been granted its highly prestigious Product Innovation Award.

Neo Environmental is one of the fastest growing environmental consultancies in the UK and Ireland, with offices in Glasgow, Warwickshire, Belfast and Kildare (Republic of Ireland).

Neo’s staff have completed environmental and technical assessments for over 50 residential developments in Scotland, England and Ireland, as well as for major road projects, retail developments, utilities, extraction sites (such as quarries), infrastructure and energy projects.

With a number of offices now established, the company has extensive geographical coverage across the whole of the UK and Ireland. They have been commissioned to complete works for public sector organisations and on industry research projects with academic institutions. The team consists of experienced multi-disciplinary consultants, including EIA project managers, landscape architects, ecologists, heritage and archaeological consultants, environmental engineers, acousticians, hydrologists, geophysical surveyors, graphic designers and specialist technicians.

Neo’s various environmental and technical consultants provide market leading expertise, which has resulted in an enviable track record in helping clients attain consent and discharging conditions. Having worked across many different sectors for a diverse range of clients, they are equally adept at conducting full EIAs or bespoke environmental and technical assessments. Neo Environmental’s staff have been involved in numerous appeals, acted as clerks of works, conducted due diligence assessments, full EIAs, standard environmental reports and much more.

Offering extremely competitive rates and with their integrated, multi-disciplinary packages, clients can rest assured that all the various consultants are liaising in-house on all aspects of the project. Neo Environmental are a ‘one stop shop’ for environmental and technical solutions for developments. Where Neo Environmental are employed to complete all environmental aspects (such as EIAs), this ensures that everything is being collated by project managers and clients have one point of contact. This approach ensures that they are equally as effective when producing bespoke assessments.

Neo Environmental’s culture and values ensure that you will receive: ss Independent, impartial, honest advice ss Excellent competitive rates ss A motivated, enthusiastic team of highly skilled individuals with strong technical and environmental backgrounds ss Bespoke, tailor-made solutions that minimise your risk ss Leading market knowledge and information Neo Environmental provides a diverse range of services including site surveys and investigations, desk-based assessment and

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analytical services, typically tailored to a particular project. All of the employees are members of their respective professional bodies and the company is registered with the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Project involvement can vary from the initial planning stages through to discharge of conditions and clerks of works for the development phase.

As part of Neo’s involvement in projects, they ensure that the client obligations are satisfactorily achieved including regulatory compliance, budgeted costs and target completion dates.

Environmental & Technical services include: ss EIAs ss Landscape Architecture ss Ecology ss Ornithology ss Archaeology and Cultural Heritage ss Hydrology & Geohydrology ss Flood Risk Assessments ss Acoustic Assessments ss Traffic and Transportation ss Arboriculture Services ss Soil Assessments ss Clerks of work ss 3D Visualisation Production ss Shadow Flicker Assessments ss Glint & Glare Solar Assessments ss Geophysical & Topographic Surveys ss Restoration Plans ss Environmental Compliance ss Due Diligence.

Some examples of projects Neo have completed environmental assessments for include, large residential developments in Ayrshire and Oban, Scotland; two full EIAs for quarries in Galway, Ireland; BREEAM work for a school in Slough, England; a utilities project in Cornwall, England; and the A82 Road upgrade project in Scotland.

Thus, the lifespan of a concrete structure is vital. With population growth and density of a city intensifying, constructing replacements of key infrastructure and buildings can be a costly and sometimes impossible process. i Where possible, it creates huge disruption to the local population. The longer these structures can last the better.

Concrete can deteriorate under certain circumstances, such as: ss Chloride attack/corrosion of steel reinforcement; ss Sulphate attack; ss Alkali aggregate reaction (AAR); and ss Freeze/thaw cycles.

That being said, the most adverse influence of concrete durability involves the transport of fluids through the concrete. Water continues to damage or completely destroy more buildings and structures than war or natural disasters. Of course, concrete does have water resistant capabilities, but is at risk to water penetration. Thus, a waterproofing barrier is a must to lower the permeability and increase the durability of concrete.

To do so there are a few options in creating a concrete waterproof barrier, including: ss Crystalline admixtures; ss Water repelling admixtures; ss Densifying admixtures; ss Densifying admixtures and water reducers; and ss Surface-applied membranes.

More times than not, the selection is narrowed down to the surface or externally applied membrane and the Internal membrane using crystalline technology.

The external membrane is a material that

provides a barrier around the concrete structure in order to prevent the passage of water. Externally applied membranes are the traditional waterproofing method, but have limitations that include tears, punctures, deterioration over time, and installation errors.

If any of these situations take place, repair can be impossible because the membrane is not accessible through the concrete and it is hard to find the failed area that needs to be fixed. This ends in replacement which takes a great deal of time and costs considerable money, if it is at all possible.

An internal or integral waterproofing membrane is one that performs its function within the concrete as opposed to on the surface. This is the technology behind Permeability Reducing Admixtures (PRA).

The admixture becomes a permanent solution as it is part of the concrete mix and lays dormant in the matrix until it comes in contact with moisture where it develops needle-like microstructure to stop the flow of moisture.

Furthermore, in North America the concrete waterproofing industry redefined their terminology a short time ago in a way which helps to clearly understand the differences between admixtures. In fact, American Concrete Institute’s (ACI) 212.3R-10 Report on Chemical Admixture document devoted Chapter 15 to Permeability Reducing

Admixtures that outlines PRAH and PRAN classifications. Permeability Reducing Admixture – Hydrostatic Conditions or PRAH products are sufficiently able to resist water under hydrostatic pressure penetration and are suitable for watertight construction.

Conversely, damproofing admixtures are now referred to as Permeability Reducing Admixture – Non-Hydrostatic Conditions or PRAN. PRAN admixtures reduce water absorption by repellent chemicals (soap, oils) or partial pore blocking (densifiers). These admixtures are not suitable for concrete exposed to water under pressure and cannot protect in the presence of hydrostatic pressure. Waterproofing against hydrostatic pressure is an important distinction that sets PRAHs apart from PRANs. Crystalline Waterproofing is the durable concrete waterproofing solution worldwide.

With sustainable building practices increasing in importance, and the lifespan of a structure intrinsically connected to this movement, a reliable waterproofing solution that will last for the intended life of the concrete structures becomes paramount.

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Neo Environmental will be exhibiting at North England Build 2016, Apr 26th and 27th in Manchester.

Please feel free to contact Neo Environmental to discuss any of their services in more detail.

Neo provide initial environmental constraint analysis for projects free of charge to identify environmental assessment and survey requirements (Terms and Conditions apply).

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Water Management News

Product Innovation Award

For a Professional Finish Building and Construction Review is delighted to feature Beissier and commend the team behind the brand for achieving its well-regarded Product Innovation award.

Beissier’s history dates back to 1871 when M. Hector Beissier purchased a small company manufacturing gelatine and then started diversifying into adhesives, plasters and paints. Now an established market leader in ready to use Spray Applied plasters for internal walls and ceilings across Europe, the organisation operates from its head office south of Paris in La Chapelle La Reine and its secondary factory located near St Sebastian in Spain.

Five years ago Beissier hadn’t even began trading in the UK or Ireland, so it became a priority for the group to develop a product range suitable to introduce to these markets.

As a result, there was a heavy focus on the promotion of its two main brands: Prestonett (targeted at paint and decorating merchants) and Bagar (ideal for drylining contractors and commercial painting contractors).

“As Beissier was entering a very competitive market, we knew we had to offer a better service than our competitors in order to get our products trialled in new stores,” explained UK Sales Manager Aaron Barbeau.

“Of course we had a professional range of products, but we needed to stand out, so our strategy was simple: provide a premium performing product at a competitive price, along with excellent service levels and a flexible approach to trading. This has worked so far and we are slowly seeing the fruits of this, having established a small following of loyal end users and a growing network of distributors.”

Specialists in interior substrate preparation, Beissier offer professional and customisable solutions that fall into two categories:

Painters Fillers & Plasters for manual application (in powder and paste form) and read-to-use Plasters for mechanical spraying (in paste form), all of which are available via merchants (for a full list of stockists please check www.beissier.eu).

The Bagar Airliss product range features various ready-to-use water-based sprayapplied levellers, surfacers and jointing compounds for internal walls and ceilings.

The Bagar Spray Applied plaster has been described as “quicker, easier and more efficient” than traditional plastering methods and has made a significant impression on users since its release, with more and more customers investing in the products across the UK. Meanwhile, the Prestonett range comprises plasters suitable for every conceivable requirement in the preparation of substrates (filling, levelling and smoothing), and Beissier holds the esteemed position as the second largest company of its kind based in France.

Beissier operates via its competent logistics supplier based in Thurrock that provides the necessary warehousing facilities. This process optimises efficiency and convenience for the client as it includes the processing of orders as well as a direct to site delivery service, which effectively cuts out delivery costs for its merchants whilst enabling a competitive price for the end users.

“Our main plan for the future is to continue innovating and producing trade quality products,” Aaron said when asked to detail what the next few years hold for Beissier.

“Exports are an important part of this as this is integral to our success, and ideally the goal is to achieve sales volumes that would justify a production facility in the UK, but momentarily we are still a long way from achieving this.

“As the construction industry is still fairly buoyant I believe the prospect for products such as the ready to use Spray Applied plaster is very positive and every new project where this sort of material and process is used shows off the benefits v traditional methods. Although the UK is a very traditional market and contractors may appear slow to change, change is slowly happening and we look forward to the future readily – for Beissier it is onwards and upwards from here!” www.beissier.eu

Workwear News

F. Engel goes into combat Making impressive inroads into the UK workwear and PPE market is Danish company F. Engel, one of Europe’s leading workwear manufacturers; UK workforces are now recognising Engel for its high quality, long lasting and superbly fitting clothing ranges and their suitability for almost any kind of work situation or outdoor use.

Heading up the wide choice of brands under the Engel banner is the COMBAT collection which includes the Engel COMBAT ‘Tradesman’ work trousers with hanging tool pockets (2761-630) and the COMBAT Pilot jacket (232-107). Designed for action to give maximum comfort and flexibility, both items have the brand’s instantly recognisable contrast stitching and reflective piping and are offered in a choice of colours.

The work trousers have been designed to be as practical and useful as possible with many functional and easily accessible pockets including a Cordura hanging tool pocket either side and thigh pockets with flaps. In addition, there are two flapped back pockets, a reinforced ruler pocket with extra sections, an adjustable hammer strap and Cordura reinforced knee pockets with two knee pad positions. The trousers have an extra deep hem so the length can be increased if required. Made from 65% polyester, 35% cotton, 280g/m2 and

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The F Engel COMBAT Pilot jacket 1232-107 available in a wide range of sizes to ensure a perfect fit.

All Engel garments are available from The Workwear Trade Centre, Milton Keynes; Telephone: +44 (0)1908 561569; email: sales@wtc-workwear.co.uk and Anchor Safety, Ipswich; Telephone: 0800 328 5028; email: sales@anchorsafety.co.uk.

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Destination shopping

Cool solution for cold store construction

New Asian shopping centre helps regenerate East London’s Green Street

One of the UK’s leading producers of quality savoury & sweet pastry products has completed a £7.3 million investment in a state-of-the-art packing and despatch facility which benefits from the in-built strength and insulation afforded by XPS (extruded polystyrene) from Sundolitt.

Wren Architecture & Design has completed East, a new shopping centre that has created a heart for Asian retail on Green Street, East London.

The scheme is on the site of a former bus depot that had been derelict for 60 years, and is an innovative example of retail-led regeneration bringing a renewed vibrancy to the Green Street area at Upton Park. The site is situated in a prominent town centre location, and had been earmarked by the London Borough of Newham. East has

addressed this issue, underpinning a thriving Asian community shopping destination which is already ‘on the map,’ drawing people from both the local area and the wider Asian community from further afield. The new 3,900m2 retail hub comprises 37 individual, two-storey retail units along an internal covered street, which terminates with a ground floor souk that has 17 smaller units. East’s design typology was purposely drawn from an analysis of existing retail provision on Green Street, and to ensure it meets the specific demands of local retailers.

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Harrow School has IAAFstandard running track The re-built athletics facilities at Harrow School included an IAAFstandard running track, facilities for long jump, high jump, discus and all the main athletics events, plus a water jump for the steeplechase and an area for the pole vault event – a relatively rare feature in UK school athletics facilities.

Hauraton SPORTFIX components installed at the Harrow School sports complex include; drainage channels around the edge of the running track, sand traps and soft kerb edging around the long jump pit and a water jump kit on the steeplechase track.

At any time in the UK, rain can stop play and on tennis hard courts the build-up of water can take some time to run away if attention has not been paid to the surface water drainage requirement. At Harrow School tennis courts, this is not a problem as a discreet drainage channel run located just below the net efficiently drains away any excess rainwater.

Over the years, Hauraton have built

McColgan Quality Foods has created 43 new jobs in Strabane, Northern Ireland by investing in the new facility designed to help meet a targeted 50% increase in export sales over the next three years.

Achieving such success relies on the importance of reliable and accurate temperature control helped by Sundolitt XPS – the cool secret buried in the floor of the new 8,000ft2 factory extension

highly resistant to water absorption.

Sundolitt supplied two grades of XPS for the project to enable the flooring to cope with the varying load requirements including point loading beneath each static foot of the fixed storage racking of 120kN/m2, whilst under the central concrete base carrying the picking rails, the company supplied Sundolitt XPS300 giving a 140kPA over the long-term pressure and a compressive modulus of elasticity of 12,500kPA. where it not only gives high thermal performance, it is unaffected by freeze/thaw cycles and is also

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Panasonic adds to its Etherea Air Conditioning range Panasonic has introduced two new product lines to its Etherea range. The new Z and TZ domestic air conditioning systems are the first air conditioning products from Panasonic to contain the R32 refrigerant offering high efficiency, and environmentally friendly qualities.

is a single component refrigerant which means it is easy to recycle, and it also has a much lower impact on the ozone layer and global warming.

By utilising this refrigerant in its new products, Panasonic is responding to customers needs and industry requirements.

Panasonic has launched two new ranges of domestic air conditioning units that complement its existing Etherea line up. The high spec Z range features the white Z9SKE, Z12SKE, Z15SKE and Z18SKE indoor wall-mounted models, and the silver XZ9SKE, XZ12SKE, XZ15SKE and XZ18SKE units. The TZ range includes the TZ9-SKE, TZ12-SK, TZ18-SKE and TZ24-SKE wall mounted units.

The Z range includes Panasonic’s EcoNavi sensor and Nanoe G air purifying system. Econavi features an in-built human activity sensor and a new sunlight detection technology to adjust output, therefore providing the best comfort at all times, whilst still saving energy. Econavi not only optimises air flow orientation and volume, according to human presence, it also reduces cooling power automatically by no/less sunshine.

With Econavi, energy savings of up to 38% are possible.

The new Z range of Etherea products has been fundamentally redesigned to suit the interior of any home or commerical property. The sleek new design of the units means they are not only unobstrusive, but also more compact than ever

before, taking up less space on the wall. With this clean, fresh, white design, the Panasonic Z range leads the market in its appearance, ensuring that wherever the units are installed they won’t impact on the look and feel of the interior aesthetic.

Whilst other systems use refrigerant R410A as standard, Panasonic’s new Etherea products use the environmentally friendly R32 alternative. R32

For more information, please visit: www.aircon.panasonic.eu

Building Fabric of the Future SuperSIPs are a Dynamic Structural Insulated Panel manufacturer based near Ipswich. The owners have over 50 years’ experience in the building industry and almost 20 years’ in SIPs and associated industries.

RECYFIX® Discreet drainage channel run located just below the tennis court net

“The demand for thermally efficient housing has resulted in a major increase for our company,” commented Owner, Leslie Crossley.

up a fund of knowledge, second to none, of how to drain sports areas be they soccer grounds, athletic tracks or tennis courts.

“At SuperSIPs, we strive to provide the best.

With SIPs being suitable for such a wide variety of buildings, no job is too small or too large. We can help with the integration or combination of many complimentary products from ground source heat pumps to underfloor heating, from mechanical ventilation & heat recovery, to solar hot water.

SIPs provide the ideal building fabric for the incorporation of many energy and money saving products.”

Other components in the SPORTFIX range include; Electrical distribution shafts, Service channels for cable management, pitch dish edging components and drainage channels specifically designed for artificial turf pitches.

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example. This type of panel has been in use for over 60 years and they offer an energy efficient building system that substantially reduces on-site labour, time and cost.

SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) are produced using a facing of OSB (oriented standard board) with a filling of PUR (polyurethane) insulation. These panels provide a labour and material-saving alternative to traditional timber-frame or masonry construction.

SIPs provide continuous insulation when manufactured, rather than insulation being added between Studs in Timber Frame, for

SuperSIPs has recently completed extensive trails on the new fire proof SIPs with British Gypsum and, using their Glassrock Rigidur H, managed to achieve 59 minutes in a 30 minute fire test at a UKAs test centre. In addition to their advanced product range, SuperSIPs offer a full design and engineering service and can custom build panels if required. RTA (ready to assemble) panels can be provided by pre-cutting rough opening, edges, angles and other complex shapes which are then delivered to site, ready for installation.

T +44 (0)1433 736023 www.supersips.uk.com

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Gypsol Screeds – Sustainable excellence because our environment matters GYPSOL anhydrite screed binder: The new name from an established manufacturer. ss Offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and problematic traditional sand cement screeds ss Can be used with or without underfloor heating ss Well suited to all building types.

Whether you are an architect, designer, main contractor, self builder or a flooring contractor, our website is designed to ensure that you have at your fingertips all of the information neccessary to maximise the benefit of GYPSOL screed in your project.

Gypsol anhydrite binder is manufactured to CE certified standards by Francis Flower – the only wholly UK-based independent manufacturer of anhydrite floor screed binders.

Gypsol is used as the primary ingredient in pumpable self-smoothing screeds. Whether you are an architect, designer, main contractor, self-builder or a flooring contractor, our website is designed to give you all the information you need to get the most out of Gypsol screed in your project.

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Your Entry Experts

HAVS: protect your employees, protect your business

As an international leader in entry solutions, Netherlandsbased Royal Boon Edam International BV has dominated the industry for over 140 years. The family owned business initially began as a carpenter’s shop in Holland, but the rapid progression and soaring success that ensued transformed the humble establishment into a globallyrenowned mobility hotspot authority.

Forming a UK subsidiary in 1985, Boon Edam focuses explicitly on bringing innovative mobility concepts to life in order to ease the efficiency of movement within all sorts of buildings. The ISO 9001 accredited company creates suitable solutions for offices, educational establishments, airports, government bodies, hotels, restaurants, retail stores, finance & data centres, corporate headquarters and healthcare facilities.

Boon Edam’s product range can be split into two categories: revolving doors and low level & high level security products (in the form of security doors & portals, speed gates, tripod turnstiles, full height turnstiles, barriers and access gates). Its services extend to the modernisation

An exciting new addition to the Master Tool Services range is an effective, affordable vibration management system that targets the niche market of personal protective equipment (PPE) for Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).

Master is a major UK distributor for Curotec Team Ltd, the manufacturer of this innovative system.

of current products with retrofits and upgrades.

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In the UK alone there are over 300,000 people reported as suffering from HAVS and 2 million at risk. As a result, litigation claims are on the increase. Curotec’s system has been developed to accurately collect and monitor vibration exposure levels, actively reducing the risk of contracting HAVS and identifying areas needing preventative action. With no known

offer with an affordable, effective, easyto-use vibration management system.

cure for the disease, the Curo can become a vital part of employees PPE, helping to prevent and protect them from HAVS. The HSE regulations have forced the industry to re-evaluate the threat of over-exposure to vibration in order to keep its employees safe. As a result, the ‘Curo’ fits well into Master’s comprehensive range of services, complimenting the HAV tool testing

The vibration levels conducted from tools such as sanders, grinders and chipping hammers used daily by various manufacturing industries are amongst the most dangerous if not controlled. The Curo is able to quantify the daily exposure of, and therefore the risk to, each member of the workforce, enabling preventative action to be taken for those who are identified as being at risk.

Master’s technical team can provide support, training and installation of the Curo free of charge. For further information, please visit: www.master-toolservices.co.uk

Inta goes HIPER for heat interface units Because prevention is better than cure Inta has introduced its ‘HIPER’ high performance heat interface unit (HIU), designed to deliver heating and hot water whilst improving energy efficiency and minimising costs in multi-dwelling developments.

Building and Construction Review recommends RABScreen, the innovative mesh air intake screens designed by RAB Specialist Engineers Ltd to protect all air movement systems.

Installed in shared residential buildings, the HIU distributes heating and domestic hot water from a central plant system to individual properties. By removing the need for each area to have a conventional boiler, gas flue and hot water cylinder, the interface units dramatically reduce build costs for developers.

Inta has worked to develop a product that has more features and benefits than any other HIU on the market. HIPER HIU boasts a factory-set, non-electric temperature control valve which prevents risk of scalding in the event of a power supply failure, as well as features the most advanced dualspeed PID control (patent pending) of any unit, intelligently controlling the heat into the plate heat exchangers by electronic modulation of a PICV (pressure independent control valve).

A PICV is three valves in one: a differential pressure control valve, two-port flow regulating valve and a flow regulation valve. One PICV replaces three separate valves that would otherwise be required to maintain the maximum level of system control so the HIU can operate effectively. The

Businesses are wasting thousands of pounds each year due to inefficient air-handling systems that require replacement or frequent maintenance.

Higher operating pressures and temperatures will occur if air handling equipment is required to use more energy and operate for longer cycle times in order to maintain normal operating levels.

HIPER HIU PICV valve can maintain control up to a pressure differential of 4 bar.

PICVs are not familiar to all at this time, so there is bound to be some confusion amongst those who are not so well informed. For instance, modulating valves are not uncommon, but at no time can they be claimed to function as a PICV. These simple modulating valves have differential pressure capabilities of not much more than 1.5 bar, so control capability is limited, and an additional DPCV is required to be added to the installation at extra cost in product, installation and commissioning.

Designed with serviceability in mind, its two heat exchange plates have been built to the front of the HIU, fixed with four allen key bolts. This means that the plates can easily be removed and replaced in seconds should they need maintenance. A large strainer mesh at the primary connections, four times larger than a conventional strainer, will prevent blockage and ensure the HIU continues working efficiently even if the unit has been neglected of cleaning.

Contact T +44 (0)1889 272180 www.intatec.co.uk

Pioneers of anti-slip stair-nosings 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.

The treads will add excellent slip resistance to any staircase (internal or external); can be tailor-made to fit the exact dimensions of a stair tread and are available in a wide range of colours.

We will meet your stair nosing requirements with a tailormade, bespoke solution, filled in your desired colour.

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

Well-maintained equipment costs less to operate, ensures optimal life expectancy and maximises energy efficiencies. Furthermore, ensuring

those areas where traditional filters are not practical, such as chillers or cooling towers, from various types of airborne debris.

that your HVAC equipment delivers consistent high-level performance alleviates the need for unnecessary servicing and warranty claims.

Fitting external RABScreen filters to existing and new HVAC systems will help prevent expensive repairs.

RABScreen filters work by protecting existing pre-filtration devices, and also

Customised to fit any shape or size of HVAC system intake, the RABScreens are available with several different fixing methods including Velcro, magnetic framework and self-tapping screws.

With reduced maintenance schedules and repair costs, RAB Specialist Engineers estimates that the filter screens will pay for themselves in less than eight months.

Contact Richard Betts, T +44 (0)1635 248633 info@rabscreen.com www.rabscreen.com

When the going gets tough, you need Scruffs Workwear with CORDURA® Fabric Reinforcement Wherever you work – from construction to maintenance – you need the right tools for the job. And that goes for your clothing too.

This is why Scruffs workwear has been developed to be as tough and durable as you are. Scruffs trousers are reinforced with the same durable CORDURA® fabric technology you’ll find in military and motorsport clothing for exceptional resistance to tearing, scuffing and abrasion.

the knees and elbows that take most of the punishment on site.

You need reinforcements you can rely on and in all the right places, which is exactly what you get with CORDURA® fabric reinforcement.

So when it’s a big job and the pressure’s really on and you’re pushing hard to get things done, that’s where the strength of your workwear is tested, because it’s

For info and dealers, go to: www.scruffs.com Scruffs workwear gets the job done right #SCRUFFSENOUGH FOR ANYTHING

25 years of supplying quality acoustic products from the UK’s major manufacturers Trim Acoustics has for more than twenty five years been at the forefront of building acoustics, supplying quality acoustic products from the UK’s major manufacturers to the building industry and domestic market.

manufactures puts Trim Acoustics in a unique position when it comes to specifications, making it very easy to choose the most suitable product to meet both performance and cost criteria.

Providing technical advice, site surveys and specifications to architects and developers, Trim Acoustics can assist with projects ranging from house conversions and new build properties to bespoke designs for customers who have specific requirements.

products stocked at our four branches covering Greater London, West Midlands and the South West are able to offer a prompt delivery service direct to site.

The addition of their new production and warehouse facility in God Manchester, Cambridgeshire which Trim Acoustics share with their sister company Hillaldam Coburn has given them the ability to increase production and improve the quality of their Defender range of acoustics products to satisfy increased demand.

Distributing a wide range of quality product for the UK’s major

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Trim Acoustics offers solutions for floors, ceilings and walls that can achieve Document E standard and with a wide range of quality acoustics

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Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning & Energy News

Your switch is their command…

Home to the most superior energy saving products and devices, Energenie actively strives to help its customers to become more resourceful and environmentally conscious. The brand was originally established in 1996 as a power connections company manufacturing converter plugs, but the success that ensued led to the team to diversify into the provision of innovative energy management products for the home and office.

The business, which is based in Harlow, Essex, has since built itself an impressive status in the trade, attaining custom from some of the world’s most significant electrical product distributors (including Sony, Bosch and GHD). It

Energenie’s vast range comprises many eco and electrical components which enable significant energy usage cutbacks, such as specialist sockets, extension leads, adaptors, energysaving power meters/packs and radiator valves. Its LED lighting selection consists of spotlights, bulbs, motion sensors and LED tubes which create further cost cutbacks due to increased sustainability.

Travel items are also available for both domestic and international purposes with its line of dependable portable chargers, adapters, connector sets and rechargeable batteries.

The high performance power management products are ideal for use with computers, monitors, scanners, printers, audio visual systems (and many other appliances) and have been stringently developed to enable users to save money whilst optimising efficiency.

In addition, they have all been CE marked and verified as compliant with all of the necessary industry standards, even meeting the expectations of the Energy Saving Trust, who individually certified the equipment.

Commercial Director, Oliver Tadd was keen to discuss the advantages of Energenie’s innovations in further detail. “When it comes to the benefits of using Energenie products, there are three main pillars: energy savings, convenience and security,” he summarised. “Inevitably, the energy reductions are the biggest element; one notable example includes our smart radiators, which enable customers to save between 20-25% on their heating bill, which is a truly significant saving.

was in 2009 when the Energenie name surfaced and the product portfolio extended considerably, grabbing the attention of many other industry gamechangers and subsequently securing solid working relationships with major organisations such as Homebase, Tool Station and Amazon.

“In terms of convenience, our products are so simple and easy to use because they enable people to control their lighting, heating and electrics, and all from the palm of their hand! This is particularly useful for the elderly and immobile who may be unable to reach out to

operate switches and plugs.

“From a security point of view, our devices are incredibly beneficial. This technology ensures that your home can be kept secure whilst you are on holiday; you can effectively arrange for your lighting to come on at the appropriate times so you can attain complete peace of mind whilst you are away.”

Make your energy saving wishes come true today with Energenie – the team behind the brand will work tirelessly to ensure you have all of the resources you need for your particular application, helping you to achieve your energysaving goals with ease.

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Quality, reliability and high efficiency

EasyFlow Liquid Floor Screed & Underfloor Heating

Firebird’s Enviromax has been a leading oilfired boiler brand for many years, renowned for its quality, reliability and high efficiency.

Now Firebird has launched the C12/18 Enviromax boiler, available in three models, as a kitchen, boiler house, or external heatpac.

EasyFlow are underfloor heating and liquid floor screed specialists, providing an innovative, quality flooring solution.

The new C18 Enviromax boiler has a 92.3% seasonal efficiency, making it one of the most energy-efficient boilers in its class.

It features the popular Riello burner, with advanced digital control box technology, providing fault diagnostics and performance monitoring facilities for the service engineer.

Liquid floor screed provides fast, efficient and precise floor covering – with many advantages over traditional screed solutions.

It is ideal for underfloor heating as the screed flows around the pipes, forming a void-free finish. With an underfloor heating system, warm water from any heat source is circulated through a series of pipes installed and integrated within the floor. The heat that is emitted from the floor is natural radiated heat, providing a more comfortable and even temperature throughout the room.

The new C18 Enviromax features a digital control panel, in common with all Enviromax kitchen boilers up to 35kW output. This advanced control has allowed Firebird to add anti-cycling, frost protection, pump overrun and recorded hours of operation facilities, displayed on an easy to read LCD display, automatically illuminated when boiler controls are activated.

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It gives end users more precise control over boiler settings, and enables them to easily view boiler performance and temperature.

A major advantage of the C18 Enviromax is its compact size. With a width of just 345mm (kitchen model), and 24 litre water content, it is perfect for tight spaces. In common with all standard Enviromax boilers, four BSP tappings allow retrofitting of a new Enviromax replacement without major pipework alteration.

T +44 (0)1752 691177 sales@firebirduk.co.uk www.global.firebird.ie/uk

NEW budget Differential Thermometer Kit Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd has introduced a new budget Differential thermometer kit, to meet the needs of plumbers and HVAC engineers.

The ETI Differential thermometer measures temperature over the range of -99.9 to 299.9°C with a 0.1°C resolution or 300 to 1,372°C with a 1°C resolution. The thermometer features a custom, LCD display with °C/°F, T1, T2, diff, hold, open circuit, low battery indication and a user selectable backlight. The unit incorporates an autopower off facility that automatically turns the instrument off after approximately ten minutes, maximising battery life. The unit is housed in a durable, ABS case that has an integrated rubber seal to ensure complete water resistance and help reduce the possibility of damage in the field.

The thermometer allows the user to use two type K thermocouple probes simultaneously.

The display can be switched to show probe T1 or T2 temperature or the difference between probes T1 and T2 (T1 minus T2). The unit’s two thermocouple inputs make this thermometer ideal for HVAC applications including flow and return temperature measurements,

and radiator output checks. In addition the thermometer can be used to establish hot water and air conditioning temperature utilising an optional liquid or air probe.

Each Differential thermometer is supplied as a kit, with two pipe clamp probes in a protective zip wallet. Each kit is competitively priced at £87.50 exclusive of VAT and available direct from www.etiltd.com ordering code 860-095.

T +44 (0)1903 202151 sales@etiltd.com www.etiltd.com

The slimmest full access LST Radiator Guards Specialist LST radiator guard manufacturer Clarke Delta are on a mission to protect the vulnerable against hot surfaces and sharp corners on radiators and valves. Designed for environments that wish to guarantee safety, including hospitals, care homes, schools, and nurseries. The Clarke Delta vogueish design gives new life to old dreary looking radiators, whilst also providing deserved protection for the vulnerable.

Hygiene is also been tackled with their full access design, and anti-bacterial coating proven to reduce bacteria on radiators by up to 90%. An effective grill design allows for heat to be efficiently convected, whilst also preventing fingers and consumables such as pencils being pushed into the radiator guard.

Products are always individually detailed, reducing the cost of installation, and also giving a superior finish.

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proven and reliable techniques ss Efficient Installation – Products are individually detailed, considering the installation process ss Offsite Detailing – Where possible cut-outs are completed in manufacture, giving a factory finish ss Robust Materials – Quality materials and designs are utilised to ensure a long life expectancy, which our customers deserve ss Environmentally Friendly – Mild steel used to manufacture our products has a high intrinsic value supported by a welldeveloped and efficient scrap collection system ss Technical Support – We enjoy engaging with our customers, as it helps provide the best service and solutions.

Send us an email at: sales@clarkedelta.co.uk or give us a call on: +44 (0)1952 404616.

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Health & Safety News

New Tom Parker Ltd 20162017 Catalogue out now Tom Parker Ltd., the Pneumatic and Hydraulic specialists, are pleased to announce the launch of their biennial 2016-2017 product catalogue, containing 1,232 pages of carefully selected products, producing what they believe to be their most comprehensive fluid power focused catalogue to date.

With over 40 years’ experience, this family-run business has succeeded in becoming one of the UK’s leading distributors of fluid power products and related accessories. Tom Parker Ltd. now has over 34,000 high quality items in their vast product range and distribute over 90 market-leading brands. With over 50,000 sq. ft. of fully stocked warehouse space, at their head office in Preston, Lancashire alone, they are able to dispatch the majority of items as soon as required.

Tom Parker Ltd. has worked with 10 new international market-leading brands, to further strengthen their existing range. Their 2016-2017 catalogue features: EE Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings, Elesa Hydraulic Accessories, Exitflex Hose, FITOK Twin Ferrule Stainless Steel Fittings, Meech Air Movers and Amplifiers, Merlett Reinforced PVC Suction Discharge Hose, MHA Zentgraf High Pressure Ball Valves, Piab Vacuum Products, Seetru Bronze

Pressure Relief Valves and Wyrem Ducting.

Tom Parker Ltd. will be promoting the new biennial catalogue directly to the market, when they exhibit as a primary sponsor of the Fluid Power & Systems (FPS) exhibition, at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, from 12th to 14th April 2016 on stand AF330.

To request a copy of the new catalogue in hardcopy or interactive USB format, please contact the Tom Parker Ltd. Marketing Team on: +44 (0)1772 220544 or email: marketing@tom-parker.co.uk.

Alternatively, visit: www.tom-parker.co.uk.

BAC series Breathing Air Compressors

Health and safety campaign GO SAFE

Breathe Safety Ltd manufactures the BAC series Breathing Air Compressors. These units are designed to generate high purity air for 4 or 8 breathing apparatus users.

These are suitable for a variety of industries including pharmaceutical, petrochemical and nuclear.

The BAC units are trailer mounted which makes them easy to transport to the work location. Powered by a diesel engine with a direct drive to the compressor, all units are fitted with a chalwyn valve and spark arrestor as standard, for automatic shutdown and explosion protection. Constructed to meet the requirements of EN139/EN14594 for Airline Breathing Apparatus these units produce high purity air to EN12021.

In addition to the compressor air, a high pressure 200 bar cylinder bank provides a secondary air supply which automatically operates in the event of the main supply failing or being compromised. If the main

supply should fail there is an alarm which simultaneously activates giving an audible and visual warning.

The compressors feature a unique removable control panel. This gives users an option of removing the panel from the trailer and positioning it remotely to just outside the work zone.

T +44 (0)844 9151111 sales@breathesafety.com www.breathesafety.com

Geotechnics Limited are pleased to announce the launch of their new long-term health and safety campaign ‘GO SAFE,’ with the aim of highlighting, promoting and effectively communicating Health, Safety and Wellbeing issues to staff, sub-contractors and anyone that we interface with on their sites, including the general public.

The concept is to focus on a new health and safety issue every month or so with vintage style posters designed for offices and site cabins, handy infographic guides, and a new dedicated webpage found at http://www.geotechnics.co.uk/go-safe which will provide news articles, information on the campaign and a download section where the latest bulletins, guides and posters can be obtained by anyone. The campaign is also being promoted via Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin with the use of the hashtag #GOSAFE. A new logo has also been developed to promote the message ‘Think. Assess. Go.’ This will be displayed prominently on Geotechnics Limited PPE and site paperwork, to act as a reminder to always follow the correct process. The TAG message has also inspired the development of a new additional Point of Work Risk Assessment which will be rolled out to all Site Engineers.

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Michael Coates, Geotechnics Limited Health and Safety Manager comments that GO SAFE is, “An initiative with the Geoscience and wider Construction industries in mind. Whilst each new topic is focussed on improving the company health and safety culture through improved communication and training, we’re keen to trigger discussion and make the campaign available to everyone, not just our staff. It is our belief that all work-related injuries and illnesses are preventable.”

The business, which is based in Poole, Dorset, houses two facilities in the form of a sales office and factory. It was acquired by Bell Plastics in 2009, which was formally part of Trimplex, an established brand that traded for over 50 years.

For the launch of the GO SAFE campaign Geotechnics Limited has issued a safety culture survey to all staff to establish a measurable baseline and to track the effectiveness of the campaign and associated future safety initiatives.

Placed in the specialist flooring industry sector, Safetytread provides a wide range of first-rate anti-slip stair nosings and insert strips. Enriched experience in the manufacture and supply of specific safety products has enabled the company to become a significant name in the field, establishing strong working relationships with all of its clients (namely contractors, flooring companies, joiners, restaurants, railways and airports etc.).

Sustainably made from recycled aluminium profiles and either a ‘carborundum’ or PVC-Composition filler, the innovations are guaranteed to upkeep their robustness in any setting. The treads ensure that both internal and external staircases remain slip-resistant, and they can be customised as appropriate to fit the exact dimensions of a stair tread. What’s more, they are available in a range of attractive colours, so they will

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Directors Len Threadgold and John Booth explain the campaign further; “GO SAFE reinforces our belief that the health and safety of employees, contractors, clients and everyone else affected by our work is fundamental to the success of our business. At Geotechnics Limited we believe that our long term success is dependent upon the ability to keep them safe. suitably slot into your premises with style, consistency and professionalism.

Validate your reputation by reassuring visitors and staff members that you have responsibly taken care of their safety in relation to the stair nosing requirements within their working/ commercial environment. Prevention of accidents is paramount, so don’t delay in getting in touch with Safetytread to make sure your building is as aesthetically effective and secure as possible with these essential safety components.

Contact T +44 (0)1202 625596 safetytread@bellplastics.co.uk www.safety-tread.co.uk

It is our responsibility to ensure that every person who works for and interacts with Geotechnics can GO SAFE to work and return home safe and sound.”

Anyone wishing to receive regular email updates from Geotechnics Limited on the campaign can subscribe via their website. The company encourages people to get involved and welcomes any feedback or discussion on their Facebook, Twitter or Linkedin pages. You can also use #GOSAFE to highlight interesting health and safety photos, events or stories.

Coventry Office T 024 7669 4664 mail@geotechnics.co.uk

Chester Office T 01244 671 117 mail@chester.geotechnics.co.uk

Yorkshire Office T 01977 525 037 mail@yorkshire.geotechnics.co.uk

Exeter Office T 01392 463 110 mail@exeter.geotechnics.co.uk

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Health, Safety & Workwear News

True Foot Safety means Comfort, Ergonomics & Orthotics One of the most pervasive but overlooked ailments are ‘sore feet’ brought about by being ‘on your feet all day.’ As trivial this may sound, they could be early-stage symptoms of something far more serious.

Feet are actually amazingly engineered constructions. They support your weight, provide stability, balance, and shock absorbency – and have this job all your life. For the foot to work properly, numerous bones, tendons and ligaments have to interact, and the 90,000 sweat glands on each foot also help regulate body temperature and purge waste products. It’s no surprise that so many things can go wrong.

RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) is the foremost work environment problem in the western world. More than half of all occupational injuries are directly related

to injuries to hands and feet, including musculoskeletal disorders of the feet, such as plantar fasciitis, fallen arches or flat feet. Such conditions are virtually an epidemic, without even considering the vast estimated number of undiagnosed and unreported cases. Over time, these issues also have a knock-on effect upon the knees, hips, spine and even the neck, which are rarely traced back to the original foot misalignments.

Unsupportive footwear are a major contributing factor to Plantar Fasciitis, as they cause over-pronation of the foot, whereby the arches collapse and the feet ‘roll over’ and elongate.

This unnatural elongation puts excess strain on the ligaments, muscles and nerves in the foot. Eventually, the bones in the feet unlock, causing the foot to roll inward. This worsens with every footstep, further stretching the plantar

become so time-consuming that a fully informed choice is all but impossible.

Secondly, there are many misconceptions or out-dated ways of thinking, such as the myth is that the heaviest and sturdiest boots are the safest. However, this could not be further from the truth. Such boots are rarely comfortable, do not flex naturally with the feet and can cause stresses and strains. fascia and causing inflammation and pain near the heel bone.

Prevention is better than cure. The importance of selecting the most suitable footwear is greater than ever.

However, several factors prevent this.

Firstly, the overwhelming choice available these days, it can quickly

The problem is further compounded by the fact that decision makers are seldom among those who actually wear the products that they purchase, and conversely those who wear the products rarely have the power to influence the footwear that they wear each day. Therefore in reality, it’s all too easy for decisions to be based on such issues as convenience, habit, or the

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Orthotics are corrective foot devices. They are not the same as soft, spongy, rubber footbeds, gel heel cups etc that may cushion the heels of feet, but which do not provide any biomechanical correction. In fact, gel can do the opposite and make an incorrect walking pattern even more unstable!

Orthotic insoles work by supporting the arches while re-aligning the ankles and lower legs and support the arches, which reduces the tension and overwork of the plantar fascia, allowing the inflamed tissue to heal.

Hidden away out of sight, such corrective orthotic insoles can offer substantial, lasting

relief to heel pain symptoms. Most people feel a noticeable improvement immediately, but feel it more at the end of the day, when they note that their feet do not hurt the same way as they used to each evening.

Sometimes, the difference can be far more dramatic, and has even been known to drastically reduce symptoms of chronic back pain.

The difficulty is that, in practice, everyone has a different arch size, so there is no one-size-fits-all cure, and therefore each person’s feet would have to be individually measured. This has always meant that such solutions were never realistic unless the level of suffering had reached the critical stage for medical intervention.

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Introducing the JALAS® Neutraliser Orthotic ArchSupporting Insoles & the JALAS® FootStop Service

The JALAS® Neutralizer insoles are available in a variety of sizes and arch heights.

The computer scan decides on the most appropriate sizing, and the insole can be supplied and worn there and then. The insoles can be worn with any item of footwear, for an instantaneous improvement in foot comfort and support. However, JALAS safety boots are specifically designed to be worn with this insole, therefore for best results, they are recommended. In tests, user commonly report unprecedented levels of comfort, complete freedom from foot pain, and even a disappearance of chronic back pain.

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This state of the art mobile computerised foot-scanning service enables the rapid and convenient scanning of the feet of every individual in a workforce at their own premises, and furnish them with the most technically advanced corrective orthotic insoles instantly, and at the fraction of the price.

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Some organisations have tried to avoid these difficulties by providing a budget to each staff that can then choose whichever footwear they choose – the rationale being that they are best placed to assess the most suitable items. However, staff is unlikely to be adequately qualified or informed for such technical decisions. Instead, aesthetic or fashion-related considerations can come into play, and should any subsequent injury occur that results in legal action, the Courts are likely to take a dim view of such informal PPE self-regulation.

Orthotic Insoles – The hidden hero You can buy the best work boot in the world, but it still cannot account for the variations in the foot shape and arch size among users.

Expensive custom orthotic insoles that are individually measured for each wearer were the only solution.

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It is difficult to overstate the importance of this product. It was a finalist in the BSiF Product Innovation Awards 2015, and has been called a game changer by some in the British medical industry. Everyone can benefit from

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JALAS® Neutralizer insoles and they are also surprisingly affordable – a fraction of the price of regular medical orthotics, which do not even offer the other advanced features, and the price even includes the time to visit your premises to scan the feet of your workforce.

There is nothing else that comes close to making such a difference to the foot health of your staff. Please contact CKL Workwear Distribution for further information or to discuss a trial.

T 0800 788 0777 sales@ckl.uk.com www.ckl.uk.com/foot-safety

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Workwear News

Behind the scenes at Berendsen Berendsen is a company that can be best described in one word as a ‘chameleon’ of sorts – evolving and adapting to the requirements of the garment and textiles industry to present a solid and rounded offering for its customers in today’s challenging climate.

laundry process –design and construction in workwear draws on over a decade of manufacturing garments and providing laundry services to ensure both can work in tandem successfully.

All fabrics used in Berendsen workwear are tested in true-to–life simulations and ‘live’ at their own industrial sites before being implemented into garments. To date, personalised Berendsen workwear has been selected for the needs of thousands of businesses across Europe based on comfort, function, safety and long life, applying Berendsen’s additional understanding of the laundry sector inherently in the design for the best result for the customer.

Kick-starting this new sense of identity with a new company name with the appointment of a new CEO back in 2013, the company also shed its shackles of the familiarly of the ‘Sunlight Group’ name and focused on presenting a much more rounded offering for end users, as ‘Europe’s leading textile service group.’

Today, Berendsen are proud to present themselves as a full supplier and service solution, offering both a supply element in workwear which is further supported by a laundering and service care support system. This full garment rental and care service is completely unique, offering a real point of difference to competitors. For customers today, Berendsen can not only supply a suitable workwear solution that meets the required standards and brief on the job, but can care and maintain it to ensure it protects most effectively for its wearers and gain maximum wear for clients.

With an estimated 15-20% share in the Europe Rental market already, the company have a strong foothold from which to grow and currently manufacture an estimated 2 million garments per year. Across the UK currently the company operates from 14 sites in total dedicated to workwear, with additional sites services the company’s main other sectors, Heath and Food and Catering. Globally, this spans to a staggering 55 plants in use cementing a very broad worldwide perspective.

Over 100 years of exemplary service Some may be familiar with the work of Berendsen under their former guise as The Davis Service Group Plc, formed in 2002 following the acquisition of Sophus Berendsen, which had textile service operations under the Berendsen brand in Scandinavia, The Netherlands, Germany and Poland. These operations were combined with the existing Davis business which had very similar operations in the UK, Ireland and Germany, providing services under the Sunlight and Spring Grove brands. On July 5th 2013 Sunlight changed its name to Berendsen UK. The name change is a formal declaration of solidary, drive and signifies ambition to grow moving forward. Both Berendsen and Davis were long-established business service companies with history dating back over a hundred years.

a confidence in service which is then passed onto customers who can then focus on other areas of their business. In a business which has seen significant change in recent years, these values take front and centre as an objective for all aspects of the business, working towards a unified goal.

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The company’s interest in supplying garment care and maintenance stems from a notable industry-wide trend in outsourcing. With today’s customer more than ever short on time, resources and yet attributing great value on a corporate image, the health and safety compliance issues of various industries, and yet still desire to create a customer made solution at a suitable cost.

Built on European success From its European origins, Berendsen brings with its weight in knowledge and expertise, particularly within the workwear market. The Berendsen name holds great weight in markets such as Denmark, Norway and Sweden, holding the title of market leader. Key markets within those regions are understood to be in workwear and industrial-wipers in the Netherlands, the German hospital and nursing home market and are targeting an increase of market share in workwear in Germany. It also has established operations in the emerging markets of Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and the Czech Republic.

Within Facilities services, an expanding area of growth is floor protections mats for commercial users, reducing the dir and moisture brought into the premises and delivering a saving on overall cleaning costs. The mats business is experiencing across Europe, in the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Poland and Sweden.

The business today Much of the work in the past year has been to move the shift from what the company was, to what it stands for today – not just by name but by the values associated with the business. Almost operating on a unique two tier principle, Berendsen remain in the position to be able to cater for other suppliers and also end users alike, with the workwear sector noted as a core area of growth, totalling 29% of growth revenue at present across 55 plants in ten countries across Europe. UK.

A two-tiered approach to success Delivering solutions for Berendsen means being able to take the stress out of their customer’s hands, and so the business model is focused on purchasing, delivering textiles and hygiene articles and also equally managing laundry maintenance and delivery, offering full solutions tailored to the specific needs of the customer.

The appeal to customers is clear: they can free up time, space, reduce staff expenditures and focus their energies back into the core elements of their individual business.

The company vision statement very much follows the same ethos – the company’s strengths in supply and garment care and being able to drive this supply and maintenance in its entirety ‘allows its customers to do what they do best.’ Underpinning these values is

As a supplier and laundry combined, the advantage in inherent understanding of both pieces of the puzzle are mutually beneficial to each other. For example, the design process considers the expectations of the long term

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Features such as double front closures, ventilation pockets, embroidered symbols on garments for certification and reinforced pockets and knee pads are just a few ways in which Berendsen cater for an attention to detail in workwear deliverance.

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Security & Entry News

Temperature control is a breeze During periods of cold and windy weather, why allow the temperature in your lobby to drop? Just because it is chilly outside, doesn’t mean your reception areas should be cold too.

The revolving door has become a significant choice for many architects and facilities managers due to the way they naturally help to reduce energy loss within a building.

The cost-saving decision to install a revolving door not only reduces your monthly energy bills but is more ecofriendly for the environment due to the

reduced amount of hot air that leaves the building with every door rotation.

negated and prevented from entering the building.

Still feeling the cold? Why not consider adding a Boon Edam heater onto your door!

When installed, the main body of the heater unit is strategically mounted above the revolving door and using curved air outlets creates a warm barrier around the inner opening of the doorway which counteracts any cold air infiltrating through the door.

On occasions when the weather is windy, cold air can sometimes become trapped within the separate compartments of a revolving door and subsequently forced into an internal area – normally the reception area.

By combining a Boon Edam heater with a revolving door system, this cold air is

With the option to add a Boon Edam heater either from new or as a retrofit, Boon Edam can ensure that your lobby area is kept at a comfortable

Not sure which heater to choose? Boon Edam understands that its clients’ needs are as varied as they are which is why each of its heaters are created to match the curvature of each specific revolving door type.

Boon Edam is proud to offer a range of air curtains which can be made bespoke for all commercial, corporate or industrial requirements.

climate at all times whilst not impacting on the aesthetics of your entry point.

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Cable Management News Cable Management Innovation

New

Trips and Falls continue to be the biggest cause of serious injury in the workplace.

HSE Cabletrail is an innovative, patent protected product that can be positioned vertically, at an angle or even horizontally to work within all sites, ensuring that cables are securely fixed.

Cables can be guided round corners and individually managed for easy identification, as well as being segregated by contractor or cable type to speed up breakdown and setup.

Tel: 01423 209010 www.cabletrail.co.uk

Improving Site Safety and Efficiency with Cabletrail Site Safety and efficiency are at the top of any site manager’s priority list.

Many other systems aimed at resolving a trip hazard, simple move the problem.

This can then create secondary issues such as overhanging cables and tangled cables slowing re-siting or general breakdown. Cabletrail is unique in that it not only targets the immediate issue, but goes that extra mile in actually managing the cables to Improving not only Site Safety but also Site Efficiency.

Due to its unique reverse hook system, Cabletrail can be mounted at any angle and even attached to smooth metallic surfaces by magnets making it an ideal solution in area such as ship building.

Cables can be guided round corners and individually managed for easy identification, as well as being segregated by contractor or cable type to speed up breakdown and setup.

The unique reverse hook arrangement ensures the cables are fixed securely and swiftly between two Cabletrail units, spaced up to five metres apart.

Although originally designed for temporary site management, Cabletrail can also be used in semi-permanent and permanent installations, replacing traditional trunking and tray work at a fraction of the cost. An RFID solution can also be used to identify specific cables or locations for larger installations which require routine maintenance logging.

Contact T +44 (0)1423 209010 enquires@cabletrail.com www.cabletrail.co.uk

Interiors News

Component Developments offers the Park Chinois a stainless solution The Park Chinois is an ambitious restaurant located on Berkeley Street, London W1.

The May Fair property, which formerly housed an American diner-style automat has recently been transformed into a very different type of restaurant.

Delivering traditional Chinese food in a surrounding that has a retro feel, reminiscent to that of the 1940s/1950s Shanghai, the Park Chinois delivers an all-round dining experience.

This includes a focus on music in the form of piano, string quartets and light evening jazz.

Alan Yao, who originally opened the Wagamama chain in 1992 and has since added Hakkasan, Busaba Ethai, Yauatcha and Sake No Hana to his list of stylish restaurants, launched the new 15,200 sq. ft Park Chinois, which seats 300 people, in November 2015.

total of 20 stainless steel channel drains and gullies were fitted, each one topped with an anti-slip grating. The channel widths ranged in size from 395mm to 995mm (specifically sized to match the modules), with lengths up to 5.75 metres.

On the basement floor a further 2 channel drains and 15 large gully pots where fitted. All gully bodies installed were standard Sourced by Photographer Peter Kociha designs, supplied by Component Developments to Having provided Alan Yao’s restaurants various projects throughout London on with products for more than a decade, a regular basis. All included removable stainless steel specialists Component Developments were specified to supply stainless steel odour traps and waste baskets placed inside, allowing for easy stainless steel drainage channels and cleaning and maintenance. gullies throughout both the ground floor and basement kitchen areas of T +44 (0)1952 588488 the Park Chinois. sales@componentdevelopments.com www.componentdevelopments.com On the ground floor kitchen area a

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Tooling News

Weldability Sif to exhibit at MACH 2016 This will be the third visit to the MACH Exhibition for Weldability Sif after successfully exhibiting in 2012 and 2014. For 2016, Weldability Sif has gone all out to be even bigger and better with a larger stand and brand new product lines. This year will see the distinct new Sifweld range of welding machines, as well as the latest Virtual Welding simulators and Fume Extraction systems.

From the Extractability division of Weldability Sif, their most popular mobile fume extractor – the ProtectoXtract – will be on show and is now more advanced and customisable than ever before. The new optional additions of a top-mountable welding & grinding table and a spark arrestor kit allows for further portable functionality and gives customers a complete, modular fume extraction system.

The SifWeld equipment range meets the most demanding needs of professional applications in a variety of welding environments. Weldability Sif have developed the SifWeld series to include multiprocess, inverter-based power sources that can meet different requirements, including higher energy

Weldability Sif look forward to seeing you in Hall 4 on stand 4901, within the Welding World village.

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efficiency to keep running costs lower compared to traditional equipment.

From within the Welding World village, Weldability Sif will be showcasing the brand new Virtuweld VR system which has been developed and designed to offer advanced simulation of MIG and Stick welding applications. This new welding educational tool will provide the necessary training of under-pinning techniques related to MIG and STICK welding, within a safe virtual environment. The Virtuweld VR

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promotes the effective transfer of welding skills to a live welding environment while reducing the cost of classroom and workshop consumables such as metal and gas.

Weldability Sif are also pleased to present brand new fume extraction solutions from Sif, including the SifVac and SifGun Fume Extraction Torch which enables extraction of over 95% of fumes at source, benefiting the health of both welders and their colleagues in the workplace.

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Building News

RECYFIX® MONOTEC – A new monolithic drainage system with a high attenuation volume Hauraton Limited have introduced into the UK, RECYFIX® MONOTEC, their new high capacity channel system for the surface drainage of pavements, bicycle routes, car/van parks and roadways in and around residential, commercial and light industrial areas where the channels need to have high lateral strength, are capable of withstanding continuous compressive loads and where ease of installation is a major consideration.

The three sizes of 100mm channels can be arranged in a step-fall arrangement with different channel heights connected by special transition adaptors that ensure the water drains away smoothly and quietly with the increased flow velocity playing a considerable role in cleaning the channel run. The step-fall arrangement may be desirable where there is a high risk of silting as the increased flow will help wash debris towards the system’s Inspection/Trash Box.

The RECYFIX® MONOTEC one metre long channel component is of a sturdy monolithic design where the grating and the tongue and groove linking system are integral to the channel moulding. The whole unit is made of tough, virtually unbreakable polypropylene (PP) formulated to be very resistant to daily temperature fluctuations from frost conditions to strong sunlight, including the Ultra Violet (UV) spectrum. PP is naturally resistant to de-icing salt.

Complying with the requirements of EN 1433, the PP is given its UV resistance by adding just sufficient carbon black as a stabiliser so that the structural strength of the material is unaffected and a consistent appearance is maintained.

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MONOTEC channels are offered in two nominal

grating widths of 100 and 200mm, both suitable for a loading category of up to Class D400. The 100mm channels are available in three overall heights; 230, 280 and 380mm and provide channel cross-sections of 190.5cm2, 245.5cm2, and 355.5cm2 respectively. The largest 200mm channel, which only weighs 16.2kg, has a crosssection of 746.1cm2 and so has an attenuation volume in excess of 74 litres per metre.

Underfloor heating and liquid floor screed Easyflow are renowned experts in providing innovative and premium quality flooring solutions (in the form of underfloor heating and liquid floor screeds).

The Easyflow liquid screed is an approved contractor and installer for Calcium Sulphate Anhydrite Screed, a revolutionary product which has enhanced efficiency and productivity in today’s construction market. This form of screed is much more advantageous than its traditional prototype, particularly when it is used in accordance with underfloor heating. As well as being quick and cost-effective, its reduced depth reduces heat storage, creating a floor that responds more rapidly to user requirements.

To provide a comprehensive package, the Easyflow underfloor heating was developed.

These first class systems are specially installed by seasoned professionals and are backed up by technical consultants, both of whom have a wealth of experience in the underfloor heating sector.

Easyflow’s commitment to providing a high quality customer service is demonstrated through its extensive support system, which oversees the entire process (from consultation to installation). Its team of friendly, well-qualified engineers have the proficiency to install and test underfloor heating systems, ensuring that you are completely satisfied with the finished result.

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Eastland Homes undertook the upgrade of Enerley Close two social housing blocks and successfully achieved the Enerphit Standard and have recently been won a UK Passivhaus award.

a minimum thickness, making it ideal for retrofit projects. VACUPOR was specified at Enerley Close as specifying a thicker material would have meant restricting headroom and doorways.

The project consisted of 32 maisonettes; the buildings were in poor repair with complaints from residents of damp, condensation and draughts.

The VACUPOR NT used at this project delivered a U-Value of 0.21W/m2k for just 30mm of thickness. The thermal conductivity as quoted on the product’s CE certificate is 0.007W/mK.

VACUPOR is a vacuum insulated panel that is able to deliver excellent U-values using

Vacutherm supplied insulation to the ground floor of all the duplexes in both blocks and the panels were laid onto the existing concrete floors. Previously, they had visited each of the flats and spoke with the tenants as was the whole ethos of the project, tenant liaison was a key objective for the whole site. This also gave Vacutherm the opportunity to survey each home and to provide a detailed AutoCAD allowing the installers to follow ensuring the panels were fitted in the correct positions.

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Building News

CRL & Capita Building Standards (CBS) have joined forces STRUCTURAL defects insurance provider CRL and Capita Building Standards (CBS), have joined forces to create a new client portal that streamlines building regulations and warranty services.

The CBS Client Portal will provide a consolidated service for building regulation and warranty requirements to revolutionise the current building standards procedure.

The portal combines CRL’s ten-year structural defects insurance and Capita’s Approved Inspector building control services in a single online product for public and private sector clients.

This combined service will not only provide the end user with the confidence that their application is progressing, but will provide a

communication as to the progress of the application.

CRL’s ten year structural defects product was selected as the preferred warranty and for the first time will be available direct from the portal.

significant time saving from application submission to completion.

At present the end user would hear nothing from submission until their application was either rejected or approved typically between five to eight weeks later.

The CBS Client Portal will speed up this entire process at the same time providing it’s users with constant

Steve Mansour, CEO at CRL Management Limited, said he’s delighted CRL were appointed as Capita’s preferred ten year structural defects provider and predicted a high level of take-up for the product.

“For CRL, this partnership means considerable growth – putting CRL directly in contact with local authorities and Capita’s Approved Inspector customers,” he said.

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CRL selected for major Clanmil housing projects Structural defects insurer CRL is to provide the warranties for a number of construction projects with a combined value of around £31 million.

Won through a competitive tender process, CRL has been chosen by the Clanmil Housing Group to provide ten year structural warranties for more than 300 social homes to be built across Northern Ireland – with a total construction value of circa £31.2 million.

The contract will see CRL provide its industry-leading ten year structural defects insurance to ten separate Clanmil developments which are being

provide homes for a mix of families, single people and active older people.

CRL, which has worked with many housing associations on similar schemes, will provide its structural defects insurance for Clanmil’s sites in Belfast, as well as in Derry/ Londonderry and counties down and Antrim, with developments all now underway. built as part of Clanmil’s ambitious growth programme.

The housing developments, which range in size up to 79 units, will

To learn more about CRL’s ten year structural defects insurance products, please visit: www.c-r-l.com or call CRL on: 0800 772 3200.

Online NVQ 3 Electrical for JIB Grading XS Training Limited is a national training provider specialising in NVQs for those working within the electrical installation, maintenance, instrumentation and/or public lighting industry.

Delivered online via an e-Portfolio, the City & Guilds NVQs allow candidates to be in constant contact with their assessor resulting in faster completion.

XS training enables those who are successful to become registered by the JIB as meeting the industry standard level 3 for practicing operatives within their chosen field and those who complete the NVQ will meet the requirements to be eligible to apply for a JIB Gold Card.

satisfactory standard which is usually by production of a technical certificate and professional discussion. Proof of competency is usually accessed by on site observations, however, XS Training are able to carry out remote observations using video conferencing.

To gain the NVQ candidates will need to prove their competency by producing evidence of carrying out various tasks relating to the units of the NVQ. This means being able to prove practical skills underpinning knowledge to a

XS Training uses recent technological advancements that have extended the capabilities of video conferencing for use with mobile devices that use low bandwidth. The use of mobile collaboration technology extends to

industries as diverse as manufacturing, energy, healthcare, finance, insurance, government and public safety and XS Training have further extended the use of mobile collaboration by using this technology in the educational sector. The remote observations are done in real time with advanced video, audio and telestrator capabilities, comparable to working together in the same room but without the associated expense and downtime typically involved in getting an assessor on site or to remote locations.

If you are interested in completing the NVQ in Electrical Installation, Electrical Maintenance, Panel Building, Electrical Instrumentation, Public Lighting or Machine Rewind and Repair then please contact XS Training at: enquiries@xstraining.com for more details or call David Alexis on: +44 (0)7985 793094 or Stuart Driver on: +44 (0)7507 718465.

Boon Edam perfects the art of making the right entrance The entry to any commercial building is a gateway to business opportunities and new ventures. Boon Edam has 140 years of experience building entries for corporate buildings. In the past 20 years, the way we utilise corporate buildings has changed dramatically and had a significant effect on how they are used.

Today, the main entry to a commercial building fulfils a number of requirements. As the façade and the entrance point are the first impression that a visitor gets from a building, they play an important role in forming their opinion about the company they are about to visit. Boon Edam can advise you on the best solutions for your entry and offer a complete product range to help manage your user flow.

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The possibilities are endless with TEC UK TEC UK is the leading UK supplier of components for air handling systems. Our highly innovative products make significant contributions toward saving energy resources and reducing CO2 emissions.

ss No screws required ss Can be cleaned in a dishwasher ss Long service life ss Resistant to frost damage ss Resistant to heat (e.g. where situated near a heater) ss No release of hazardous vapours in the event of a fire ss Epoxy-coated versions for special applications such as swimming pools or farm stables ss Also available with bypass ss Sealing between plates provided by adhesive diffusion of the sealant, thereby highly airtight ss No hazardous bacteria formation or corrosion since any niches or nooks in which water could collect are sealed ss Extremely hygienic thanks to complete and optimised drainage of condensate.

Headquartered in Folkestone, Kent, we are renowned for our cutting edge technology and superior quality products, which have been manufactured

by Klingenburg in Germany for more than three decades. Their dedicated product development and mechanical engineering department enables us to rapidly set new standards.

Our clients’ values are our custom-made solutions, punctual deliveries and unique production quality.

With a wide range of models within each product group, we can offer customer-oriented solutions to both simply and sophisticated requirements in airconditioning and ventilation technology.

GS – Counterflow Plate Heat Exchanger In efficiency terms these are world champions Klingenburg Counterflow Plate Heat Exchangers recover up to 90% (by rigorous calculations) of existing room heat or cold. This makes them perfect for any ventilation system – from small apartments to office complexes, pharmaceutical to swimming pools and refrigerated stores to warehouses. The possibilities are practically endless. Broadly speaking, counterflow exchangers are used wherever a circulation of air is undesirable. Since in this design, the airstreams are wholly separated. We offer ten standard sizes of counterflow exchangers in aluminium – the widest range around from the hand-sized GS 16 for the smallest spaces and shallow suspended ceilings to the generously proportioned GS 110. These two units also happen to be the smallest and largest Counterflow Plate Heat

Exchangers currently available in the world.

Width is selectable on all models and all are naturally also available with a bypass.

Under circumstances where the air has a corrosive impact on the exchanger material, such as in swimming pools, the Klingenburg counterflow units are available in epoxy-coated versions. And for those who prefer plastic counterflow exchangers, we have the perfect solution.

GS-K In addition to the trusted range of aluminium counterflow exchangers, Klingenburg also supplies these units with transfer material in PET. Maximum efficiencies are achieved by the new counterflow exchangers with the GS-K designation.

Their machine-welded plates offer the highest possible seal while their operating temperature range is -20 to +70°C. The GS-K exchangers from Klingenburg are naturally hygiene-tested and microbially inert as per DIN ISO

846, making them suitable for contact with food. They are also certified for the B2 fire protection class of building materials under DIN 4102 Part 1.

T +44 (0)1460 247111 www.tecukltd.co.uk

We offer PET counterflow exchangers in the GS-K 18, GS-K 25, GS-K 30, GS-K 35, GS-K 45 models and also in the new GS-K 366 size. ss Counterflow air guiding through defined ducts, hence high performance with low pressure loss no matter what the air volume ss Ten design sizes with variable widths, air volumes from 50 to 2,000m³/h per individual unit ss Aluminium construction resistant to sea water ss Precision machine manufacture ss Clean designs with completely smooth outer surfaces for optimal sealing in air-conditioning systems

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Building News

The key to creating durable outdoor decking

New Sudstech Paving offers unrivalled porosity

The Timber Decking and Cladding Association are warning of a dangerous practice of using internal strength graded carcassing/building joists for external timber decking.

Janet Sycamore, Director of operations explains, “Yes strength graded material is required, either C16 or C24 (or C22 for southern yellow pine), but internal building joists are potentially treated with completely the wrong type of wood preservative (if treated at all) and are certainly not suitable for outdoor use. Anyone engaging in such practice is letting their customers and the industry down.”

Sudstech is one of the latest porous paving products introduced to the SUDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Solutions) market, with the impressive ability to transfer up to 50,000 litres of water per square metre per hour.

The warning comes following a spate of enquiries where untreated or incorrectly treated material has led to premature failure.

Pressure treated timber is a common choice for deck building, particularly for the substructure. The industry default specification aims to achieve a desired service life of 15 years – this is a guide of what to expect given good design, installation and conditions of use. Longer life material can

The highly porous, low-maintenance material is created using sustainable products and is designed to allow the natural infiltration method of the water cycle for an easy and environmentally-friendly drainage system.

also be sourced but usually by special order.

With correct materials and building practices timber decking will give a long and trouble free life. For reassurance choose DeckMark accredited materials and installers – details are available on the TDCA decking website.

Durable, fit for purpose timber decking and cladding starts with the Timber Decking and Cladding Association.

For more information, visit: www.tda.org.uk or call: +44 (0)1977 558147.

Suitable for all private and public applications, including domestic driveways, public footpaths, golf clubs and car parks, Sudstech can be used as an alternative to standard asphalt hard landscaping materials, whilst offering the same aesthetics and durability as some of the most established products in the market, with the added benefit of a costeffective water management service.

The porous material is created using natural stones sourced in the UK and can be specified in a wide range of colours and finishes, offering a solution to complement or contrast with any architectural colour scheme. The coloured stones are combined with a specially developed resin, which allows rainfall to evenly saturate through the surface into the ground and eventually finding its way to the water course.

Sudstech uses varying grades of angular aggregates to deliver maximised strength and durability for a sleek, porous

surface that can withstand all usages without compromising the quality of the material. Sudstech is also unaffected by severe weather conditions, with the rubber sub base layer designed to allow any expansion and contraction caused by the constant freeze/thaw process of water within its voids, so eliminating delamination that can occur in other porous paving.

Further information on Sudstech is available from Langford Direct Ltd on: +44 (0)161 2121617, by emailing: info@sudstech.co.uk or by visiting the company’s website at: www.sudstech.co.uk

New heavy duty plastic boxes from PlasticBoxShop Building Fabric of the Future

The new range of heavy duty plastic boxes from PlasticBoxShop are up to the task when it comes to needing great storage that is tough. Developed, as an alternative to the traditional attached lidded boxes that are used a lot in industry. The new Wham Bam boxes are made from the same material that stadium seats are manufactured from.

These UK manufactured boxes are currently available in 5 convenient sizes 16lt, 24lt, 36lt, 62lt and 92lt but more are to follow over the next six months. The boxes can be nested inside each other when not in use or stacked on top of each other with the lids on. The boxes are manufactured in blue, green and red and a range of two-tone colours that come with different coloured bases and lids.

If you need strong plastic boxes why not try the new Whambam boxes. Anybody

that phones and order over the phone and mentions that they have seen this article will receive a 10% discount.

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Building News

A breath of fresh air in customer care

Air Control & Development’s slogan says it all The company specialises in the installation, service and maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation systems including full mechanical packages for retail, commercial, industrial and leisure premises.

household names such as Belstaff, The Entertainer, Laura Ashley, Clarks Shoes, Tommy Hilfiger, and the Salvation Army, clients cover the spectrum from large multi-nationals and single retail units to domestic installations.

Air Control & Development Ltd (ACD) was established in March 1994, and understands just how daunting it can be, given the complexity of the market and the huge range of systems and companies out there, to choose a reliable and trustworthy company to quote, install and maintain a new air conditioning or ventilation system.

Michael Robey, Managing Director, emphasises the company’s focus on customer care saying, “We are a national air conditioning company, so our service covers all of the UK, but we offer the local air conditioning feel, giving all our customers peace of mind where warranty and service is concerned.”

ACD is a family run business with a focus on customer care. They have designed and installed thousands of air conditioning systems from single split units and ducted packages through to large VRV/VRF systems, but what sets them apart is their commitment to offer the best air conditioning installations, with the best customer service at the right price.

ACD stay at the forefront of the industry by constantly reviewing the latest developments in the sector and by an ongoing programme of staff development and training, meaning you

can always be sure that they will recommend the most suitable system currently available and that it will be fitted by an appropriately qualified team.

The company started out by working for just a few blue chip retail clients and shop fitters with just 4 members of staff. Since that time, due to word of mouth referrals, recommendations and recently, a targeted programme of web marketing, the company has grown organically from £600k pa to in excess of £2.2m and employs 14 staff.

Although their impressive client list includes

In fact the company considers the ongoing relationships that they have developed with clients, as being among the company’s greatest successes.

For more information about the range of products and services they offer please visit the website: www.aircontrol.co.uk or telephone: +44 (0)1922 455523 and let them show you just how comfortable your premises can become with the right system, and how you can relax knowing that this is one company that offers all the back-up it promises.

Natural Cotswold Stone produced by Stone Supplies Quarried since Roman times, the warmth and beauty of natural Cotswold Stone characterises some of the finest architecture in the country and has provided the fabric of many magnificent houses and churches.

Much of the charm of the Cotswolds lies in the distinctive character of its cities, towns and villages, built from the local stone.

Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, Stone Supplies (Cotswolds) is a family owned and run business that has established itself at the forefront of supplying high quality Cotswold stone products for over 15 years. Operating from our quarry at Tetbury, we provide building, landscaping and architectural products of the highest quality in a variety of natural variations which highlight the beauty of natural Cotswold stone. All of our products are suitable for a range of projects ranging from small extensions, conservation schemes, modern new build designs, listed buildings and the renovation of historic buildings.

We extract some of the most distinctive stone in the Cotswolds, particularly our top bed or ‘shelly’ stone which is unrivalled in colour and texture throughout the region. We select

and split by hand to produce a rough faced building stone suitable for both internal and external use. Our building stone colours vary from grey through shelly to traditional Cotswold buff which when mixed together contributes to the particular character of Cotswold stone.

This can then be shown to great effect when used alongside the traditional limestone ashlar plinth, quoins and window surrounds. Our coursed natural building stone is cut using a hydraulic guillotine and then finished by hand to give a wide variation of sizes.

T +44 (0)1666 504689 info@stonesuppliescotswolds.co.uk www.stonesuppliescotswolds.co.uk

A Smart Step-Up for Greenford from Howe Green What is GYPSOL Binder?

GYPSOL anhydrite floor screed binder is manufactured from the waste material of other industries to exacting standards to BS:EN:13454 by Francis Flower (Northern ) Ltd, the only wholly UK based independent manufacturer of anhydrite floor screed binders.

GYPSOL anhydrite binder is used by our manufacturing partners as the primary ingredient in their high quality flowing self-compacting liquid screeds to BS:EN:13813. GYPSOL pumpable self-smoothing screeds offer a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and problematic traditional sand cement screeds and so have become increasingly popular over the last 2 decades.

GYPSOL flowing screeds are suitable for use in all types of construction including floating, bonded and un-bonded construction. GYPSOL screeds can be used with or without underfloor heating both warm water and electric.

Should you require additional information or assistance with a specification or with locating a local manufacturer or indeed finding a suitable installer please contact one of our dedicated specialist technical and Specification Managers.

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Best known for high-quality access covers for floors, walls and ceilings, UK manufacturer Howe Green also creates bespoke metalwork solutions for a variety of applications. Most recently, the company supplied custom-fabricated staircase risers for refurbishment works at LUL’s Greenford Station, home of the original step-free access project which was re-established with the opening of an innovative incline lift in October 2015.

In response to a request for a competitively priced solution with a fast turnaround, Howe Green supplied over 100 bespoke risers for specialist contractor D&D Rail to install, made to their specification from 316-grade stainless steel and delivered within days.

Howe Green undertakes substantial and ongoing investment in design software and

machinery, which enables the accurate and cost-effective manufacture of special purpose access covers, corner guards and trims in unique sizes and shapes, plus tree grilles and pit covers and other metalwork for the architectural building sector.

Contact T +44 (0)1920 463230 www.howegreen.com

Quality, advanced brickmaking Bulmer Brick and Tile Company is a long established family business on the site of a brick making yard dating back centuries.

Bulmer bricks are made from the finest London Clays, dug continually from our own clay seams since Tudor times. All our bricks are entirely hand made using traditional methods. We specialise in restoration and conservation of old buildings; working closely with architects and contractors to produce our facing brick to the specification required for your particular building. Although we aim to have a stock of the more common sizes, dimensions and texture are made to order, so that each building receives the correct brick for the work. The kilns are unique coal fired down-draught kilns, loaded, unloaded and fired by hand in a long and labourious process, ensuring each and every brick has had our personal attention. No artificial colours, tints or dyes are used in our process. The beautiful range of colours from orange to dark red and purple comes purely from the firing process, just as it would have been over the centuries.

We make a huge variety of brick specials, including terracotta, plinths, squints, decorative chimney bricks, string course bricks and over 500 different types of coping which increases on a weekly basis.

All the specials are moulded from wooden moulds, which are made in our own carpentry workshop. We also have a range of garden edging and decorative plaques depicting floral patterns, some of which

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are made from original moulds over 100 years old.

We have our own brick cutting workshop where we can create cut and rubbed arches, either loose or on steel lintels ready to lift into position, and can cut specials or cut and bond from customer supplied material. Our own clay is prepared by a variety of methods to produce a BBT Fully Washed Rubber for use in fine Georgian Rubbed work and in other grades that can be easily cut and rubbed on site if required.

Contact T +44 (0)1787 269232 bbt@bulmerbrickandtile.co.uk www.bulmerbrickandtile.co.uk

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Doors & Windows News

1ST FOLDING SLIDING DOORS LTD www.1stfoldingslidingdoors.co.uk Sliding Folding Doors are a national company, based in London offering the supply and or installation of specialist concertina style doors which open up a room in a way that traditional patio and French doors cannot achieve. Our staff have many years experience behind them and are proud to offer a personal service, handling the project from concept to completion.

When choosing a new door, we have our own in house fitting teams to ensure the installation is carried out with the minimum disturbance. Alternatively, we can supply doors and you can arrange for the installation to be carried out yourselves. We can arrange a free site survey to offer advice on designs and will follow that up with a quotation with no obligation to yourselves.

Our showroom is open Monday – Friday from 07.30 to 16.00 and Saturday’s from 07.30 to 12.30. For visits outside of these times please call for an appointment. For directions, please call or email. We have over 20 sets of doors on show from Sunflex, Aliplas, Schuco and Easislide.

ää High Quality Folding Sliding Doors ää British, German & Belgium Designed ää A Fantastic Variety of Finishes & Colours ää State-of-the-Art Security Features ää Free Survey & Design Advice.

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Building Classifieds

The Sutton Drainage Pit Flash Flooding is becoming the norm.

Intense rainfall leads to unplanned run off as the drainage system are overwhelmed.

Water flowing along highways enters private property with disastrous consequences.

The Sutton Drainage Pit is rapidly becoming an Industry Standard.

It is quick to install and carries any vehicle likely to enter a home or business premises. We also offer units to take the highest loads.

For more information, please call Mario Roberts 0161 835 2068 www.blackburnandroberts.co.uk Email: info@blackkburnandroberts.co.uk

gi energy Mezzanine Floor Engineering was established in 1985. We have seen a considerable growth over the years and evolved it to a highly competitive storage solution provider within the industry. We are registered under the Construction Industry tax scheme CIS and comply to all relevant British Standards.

Mezzanine Floor Engineering specialises in the design,supply and installation of Structural Mezzanine Floors, Partitioning, Storage Racking and Suspended Ceilings. We offer an extensive range of high quality cost-effective storage systems to give you a multitude of design options and provide the best utilisation of your space.

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Our reputation has been• built upon our attention to detail and commitment to Maintenance quality and service with the philosophy to not only meet but exceed customer • Optimisation. expectation through to completion.

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Renewable Energy Solutions

GI Energy was founded in 2000 and has installed some of the largest and most innovative renewable systems in the UK, installing over 250MW of capacity nationally.

We have 15 years’ experience, and are a market leader in large scale renewable energy solutions. GI Energy has evolved to become the complete Energy Partner offering a range of integrated renewable solutions optimised, and controlled through our own inhouse BMS controls systems.

We have over 50 staff with in-house and proven experience in: • Design • Drilling • Plant rooms

Working in the non-domestic market, GI has delivered solutions to the retail, transport and broader commercial divisions.

Contact: 02476 673131, email: enquiries@gienergy.net or visit: www.gienergy.net

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Building Classifieds ICYNENE SPRAY FOAM INSULATION PRODUCTS The Icynene Insulation System is a series of soft, flexible, breathable spray foam insulation products, Icynene insulation is ideally suited for lofts, flat roofs, timber frame and sound insulation. Icynene can be applied directly to breathable or non-breathable roofing felts and recently received BBA certification for this application.

When sprayed in place Icynene expands completely filling all cavities and voids creating a sealed building envelope which eliminates air leakage/infiltration. Air leakage/infiltration can account for up to 50% of the heat loss from a building. Unlike other foams, Icynene’s unique formulation is 100% water blown and therefore contains no harmful blowing agents, volatile organic compounds, HCFCs, HFAs, HFCs or formaldehyde.

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Doors & Windows Specialist of the Year

Building Product Solutions: Manufacturer of Quality Windows further cements our position as one of the North’s leading window manufacturers.

“The whole team have worked incredibly hard, not just over the past twelve months, but the entire six years since we started.

We really couldn’t have got to where we are today without our team. Myself and Managing Director Ian Harrison work incredibly hard when recruiting to ensure we have the right people around us, and our growth gives us all the evidence we need to know we hired the right people.”

Building and Construction Review is incredibly pleased to present Building Product Solutions with its highly coveted Doors & Windows Specialist of the Year profile.

Despite being set up during the double dip recession in 2009, founders Ian Harrison and Lynne Darwin have managed to grow the company on a consistent basis, to the degree where they have achieved themselves the status as one of the fastest growing window manufacturers in the UK. Building Product Solutions was formed to accommodate a gap in the market which was made ever prominent when suppliers, struggling to keep up with the financial demand of business, kept going bust.

The enterprise actively strived to combat the economic hurdles by providing an unparalleled level of service, delivering solutions of a superior value and quality.

The business, which is located in Rotherham, specialises in the manufacture, distribution and installation of bespoke windows and doors. Every component is strategically designed to fit builders’ architectural plans, regardless of the property size and style. This flexibility has enabled the industry experts to secure a number of high profile contracts wins with house builders such as Persimmon, Taylor Wimpey, Larkfleet, Harron Homes and Gleeson, boasting a £14.2m order book and presence on 165 sites throughout England.

Significant growth has taken the team on an excitingly progressive path, seeing turnover increase by a remarkable 60% and staff numbers almost doubling all within the past 12 months. 2015 also saw the opening of its new glass plant; a 3,500 sq ft facility which brings the entire fabrication process in house to optimise reliability, efficiency and output control. A further 7,000 sq ft extension (currently in planning) will house a

distribution unit, further increasing capacity by allowing the company to hold stock.

Lynne Darwin, Sales Director at Building Product Solutions, outlined the company’s successes, particularly whilst referencing to this significant milestone: “It’s no secret that the manufacturing sector has faced tough challenges in the past few years, but with our investment we were determined to come out on top. The glass plant puts us in the perfect position to capitalise on the growing confidence within our sector. The expansion will cut costs by around 20%.

We’re also able to reduce lead times – improving on what was already one of the best in the industry.”

The organisation stands out because of its swift production and delivery processes; the average industry turnaround time is up to six weeks, whilst Building Product Solutions can complete the job in five working days for cavity closers and ten for glazed frames.

Other renowned strengths come in the form of exceptional customer service, an operational fleet of liveried vehicles (newly invested in), and the development of a bespoke piece of on-site software – all of which are key assets making the company more reliable and efficient than ever.

It’s important to note that these extraordinary efforts haven’t been left unrewarded. Building Product Solutions has duly received recognition for preferred supplier status with Persimmon Homes across Yorkshire and the North East, and over the past year the group have been shortlisted for eight awards, scooping two and currently waiting on the outcome of four more.

To conclude: the future is looking very bright for Building Product Solutions, what with its further investments planned in its facility, machinery, processes and people. Further developments include the completion of a contemporary open plan working area for the administration and support departments, along with offices, meeting rooms and a well-equipped canteen. This next growth phase, which has prompted a projected forecast of £5.6 million for 2015/16 and a busy order book, will only help to validate the brand as a reputable nationwide industry leader.

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“The association with a leading house builder such as Persimmon Homes is one we’re very proud to have,” Lynne continued.

“It really pushes us to the forefront of supplying to the new build sector and

Pictured: Lynne Darwin, Sales Director, Building Product Solutions with the award for Door & Window Specialist of the Year

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