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Issue 819 • October/November 2016

Technical Solutions on Time, Every Time

Building Solutions UK is extremely pleased to present its highly prestigious Product Innovation Award to Lynvale Adhesive Tapes.

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Lynvale

As the UK’s number one converter and distributor of adhesive tapes, Lynvale has over 35 years of experience in producing, processing and distributing technical adhesive tapes, foam tapes, flexible materials and gaskets for a range of industries, both nationally and internationally.

The company was established in 2006 by husband and wife team January and Simon Baxendale. With over 20 years’ experience in the adhesive tape industry, Simon left a position of director to start up his own company, which has since gone from strength to strength. They now operate from a purpose built 8,500 ft² manufactory based in Haverhill, Suffolk, which is home to an impressive selection of the worlds most advanced converting machinery.

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“We specialise in high end, high performance products that are technically advanced and support them with knowledgeable staff and a customer focussed, ‘can do’ attitude,” commented January. “Our products are used in a wide variety of industries – whether it be the car you drive, the window you gaze through or the phone you touch, you’re never far away from a tape that has been converted

by Lynvale.”

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A notable product in the range is the EXP6® Expanding Foam Tape for the Timber Framing Sector. Providing 600pa protection from wind driven rain, the tape expands and contracts as the timber moves. During this expansion and contraction cycle the EXP6® remains permanently elastic and weather tight.

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January Baxendale with team at Lynvale Adhesive Tapes functions of a normal sealing tape but expands on contact with heat (200°C), dramatically reducing the fire from spreading. In one independent test it even extinguished the fire by reducing oxygen flow to levels where the fire could not be sustained. The one stop, unique solution, was developed as technology before the application. However, this changes day by day as FS1000® is constantly moving into new markets driven by those in requirement of an all in one sealing solution.

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To reduce or eliminate squeaky floors and impact sound transmission, the Norseal® CST™ Comfort and Silence Joist Tape from the Steel Framing Sector is an elastomeric, flexible foam noise control tape for residential and commercial construction.

Also designed for sound control is the Green Glue Noise Proofing Compound which is having a big impact on the refurbishment sector. It is a viscoelastic compound that is applied in-between 2 sheets such as dry wall, and can reduce sound transmission up to 90% (including low frequency noise). The fantastic solution eliminates unwanted noise from homes, offices, schools, cinemas and spa’s. ®

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“We support resellers as well as end users,” explained January. “Re-sellers do not have to carry any stock as we supply custom sized products in a matter of days with around 87% of our standard tape orders arriving the next day. We also support the smaller end user via our various web channels which also provide next day delivery as standard.”

“Our adhesive tapes come in a wide selection of formats and have a variety of applications. We can even package your product so it's ready for retail. To accompany our exceptional range, we have recently launched new machinery and hired a manufacturing expert to further streamline our processes and ensure we deliver everything efficiently.”

The Norseal FS1000 for the Fire Proofing Sector is also a substantial product. The intumescent tape provides all the

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them to just make one call to an authorised re-seller for all their purchasing needs.

“Our plan for the future is continued and sustainable expansion brought about by increasing sales, increasing our range of products and investing in our team. We are actively looking for suitable merchants and agents to expand our distribution network. If you think your company is suitable please call us or email simon@lynvale.co.uk to find out more.”

Contact T +44 (0)1440 766975 info@lynvale.co.uk www.lynvale.co.uk

For the Glazing Sector, Lynvale provide Specialist Thermalbond® Structural Glazing Tape and Glass Protection Pads, as well as the more standard tapes such as Security Glazing Tape and Georgian Bar & Trim Tapes.

Satisfying a wide range of customers with these outstanding products, Lynvale evenly distribute to industries, resellers and end users. As end users of products have 100’s of products to source daily, the company has made it a great deal easier and more efficient by allowing

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Facilities Management News

TC Facilities Management add another Top 10 store TC Facilities Management (TCFM) have added another WHICH? Cream of the Supermarket Survey supermarket to their portfolio of retail chains they provide services to.

Vicki Swift, Account Manager, TCFM said, “We are delighted to become part of the team. We’re looking forward to helping this supermarket provide a great experience for their shoppers and an enjoyable place for staff to work.”

The contract award, which started in July, initially Kevin Meighan, managing the cleaning Kevin Meighan, Commercial Commercial services at 15 selected Director, TCFM added, stores in the East Midlands “Securing this contract Director, TCFM & Anglia, has now been demonstrates that tailoring extended to 161 stores across the country. our proven retail cleaning experience gained over more than half a century is The team from TCFM will ensure that the appealing to retailers who are constantly standards of store appearance maximises needing to provide something that is fresh the retailer’s Customer Experience. and innovative as part of their Customer Experience.”

The contract will also see the use of innovative biometric software to contribute T +44 (0)1737 814016 to delivering robust monitoring and info@tcfm.co.uk management reporting. www.tcfm.co.uk

Electrical Applications News

Designer electrical wiring accessories Through innovative design and cutting edge manufacturing techniques, Focus SB manufactures the highest quality electrical wiring accessories. Made using superior materials and components, the sockets and switch plates are highly sought after for prestigious projects, both in the UK and globally.

Supported by an experienced and dedicated team, you can rest assured help with be provided every step of the way and its in-house engineering and finishing facility enables the company to be flexible and reactive to customer demands, especially for bespoke

products. Customers benefit from tailored services including the production of one-off samples specific to their brief, as well as the opportunity to view Focus SB’s manufacturing processes.

specifiers, and extends an open invitation for anyone to visit its manufacturing facilities in St Leonards on Sea. Sales consultants are also available to discuss interiors projects in person, and to arrange bespoke samples.

These first class accessories are suitable for both stylish homes and commercial interiors of distinction and have been used in a variety of refurbishment projects. Focus SB welcomes enquiries from interior designers, M&E consultants, architects, property developers, electrical contractors, lighting consultants and

All products are manufactured and handfinished in the UK and Focus SB is the only electrical accessory manufacturer to boast total control of the manufacturing process in-house at its East Sussex facility.

Sound, Noise & Acoustics News

Designed for your ears Building Solutions UK is extremely proud to present its highly prestigious and industry acclaimed Commitment to Excellence profile to SoundSpace Solutions.

As experts in the acoustic industry, SoundSpace Solutions supply and install sustainable acoustic products. These aesthetically and visually pleasing solutions ensure a healthy environment reducing the risk of hearing difficulties and distractions.

The company was set up by a group of installation specialists for acoustics in 2015.

With over 50 years of combined industry experience, the experts saw a need for change and conducted thorough research into how the industry can be improved.

Just one year later, SoundSpace Solutions has worked with a wide range of clients nationwide to provide bespoke solutions that cater to their exact requirements.

Ideal for offices, presentation rooms, home cinemas or open plan environments, SoundSpace products are extremely ecofriendly and sustainable. Whether your environment is bold and colourful or plain and neutral the specialist team works with you to create products that perfectly fit your space as well as protecting the environment.

“As acoustic solutions are not visual, they can often get forgotten about,” commented Director, Mandeep Jutla. “The effects of poor acoustics can lead to a decrease in productivity and concentration as well as an increase in hearing related illnesses, which has become a growing problem in many workplace environments. What SoundSpace Solutions aims to do is make people aware of the importance of acoustics and provide a solution that not only enhances your environment but adds detail and interest to your space.

“We offer an end to end service, working with designers and architects to establish a unique solution for our customers. Using our unrivalled knowledge and experience we are able to assist with product development and help to establish a new way of doing things. There is a definite need to progress in this industry as well as to become more environmentally friendly and client focussed.”

SoundSpace’s main product Autex™ leads

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the way in sustainable solutions. Innovative and environmentally conscious, Autex is made from recycled materials such as plastic bottles (PET). As innovative manufacturers of polyester products, Autex have developed a diverse range of acoustic products suitable for a large variety of applications as well as having the ability to create bespoke solutions using water jet cutting.

A similarly popular brand is the Abstracta – a Swedish pioneer in the field of acoustics. Abstracta has embraced the growing interest in sound absorption and more efficient working environments and has developed products that create effective soundscapes for different office environments.

Others include Baux, a functional, natural material BAUX Acoustic Wood Wool which is environment-friendly, recyclable material made from wood wool, cement and water.

The natural components together provide many functional characteristics. The open material structure reduces sound reflections and makes BAUX Acoustic Wood Wool a good sound absorber.

Offecct is a Swedish company. Working with designers and architects from around the world, they develop acoustic products with sustainable, functional and attractive design for modern meeting places. And finally Slalom, whose products maintain all features of flexibility of open space, while providing a sound absorbing capacity that improves the quality of the space.

Slalom sound absorbent panels encourage concentration, productivity, comfort, both physical and psychological.

“If you can imagine it, we can create it,” concluded Mandeep. “What makes us different from other companies is our ability to innovate. We are extremely client focussed and ensure we are with you every step of the way from the initial design right through to the installation.

Everyone has the same acoustic need in their environment and we are making it our mission to make them aware of this.”

T +44 (0)203 773 2307 info@soundspace.solutions www.soundspace.solutions

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For more information contact Focus SB on: +44 (0)1424 858060 or visit the website at: www.focus-sb.co.uk

Product Innovation Award

Building worldwide on our strength Soil improvement specialist Cofra has recently developed a new GPS based logging system for vertical drain installation.

PVD, also known as wick drains, are one of the most commonly used techniques to make soft compressible subsoil with a low bearing capacity constructible by accelerating the dissipation of excess pore pressure.

The system registers, amongst others, the drain coordinates, push forces at selected intervals and maximum depth of the vertical drains. The system has proven itself to be of added value for both the contractor as well as the client/engineer and can be used on projects upon the clients request.

Ben Fanner, Managing Director at Cofra

or levels of installation, limitations on height and other restrictions. It can also be used to install highly optimized vertical drain areas with complex geometries.

The processed data can be used to:

As the GPS system is capable to load AutoCAD drawings and make these visible to the excavator operator, valuable information can be provided to them. These include the installation grid, locations of underground infrastructure, obstructions

Generate a depth map of the installation data. This can be used to map the bedrock or refusal layer at a 1 to 2m horizontal interval Map intersecting layers with a higher or lower required push force by generating a cross section of push force Check if the design is followed and where deviations from the design occur Evaluate the positions of the settlement markers Map obstructions Plot the push force at specific depths.

As the GPS system is capable to load

AutoCAD drawings and make these visible to the excavator operator, valuable information can be provided to them.

With this pre-marking of installation points at site is no longer needed. Furthermore site restrictions are always available for the excavator operator at his computer screen, thus contributing to limitation of operational risks on wick drain installation.

The use of GPS based logging can provide additional information to the geotechnical engineer and the client, especially when stiff clay layers or sand layers are present. With the use of this system, push force profiles can be constructed which can be used to map geological features.

It can also be used to generate an overview of the installation depths over the installation area. Both can help during the monitoring phase in the assessment of the lateral variations within the site, placement of the settlement markers, piezometers and ultimately limiting differential settlements by adjusting fill heights. This makes monitoring

more specific and reliable, thus optimizing operations and limiting operational risks in the consolidation phase In the building process the subsoil is always a factor of risk, no matter the number of soil investigation that has been done.

Working with the GPS system in the critical wick drain installation phase contributes to limitation of risks as well as optimization of design. Introducing GPS is for Cofra one of many steps they have made over years in transforming wick drain installation worldwide to a professional level.

Cofra is European market leader when it comes to the installation of vertical drainage and is continuously working on the development of new ground improvement techniques. As a contracting company, they operate in specific segments of civil engineering, namely ground improvement techniques and (environmentally protective) liner construction. The company’s priority is clearly on ground improvement solutions.

For more information, visit the website at www.cofra.com

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Product Innovation Award

Rain Activ-Sustainable Drainage Solution Innovative new storm attenuation device promises more effective, better value source control for new build or retrofit

Rainwater Harvesting Ltd has developed an innovative SuDS device, providing an exciting new method for flood prevention. Rain Activ, provides ultra-low discharge source control for domestic homes with full auditability and minimal maintenance.

The system uses a storage vessel between 800L and 15,000L, a selfcleaning filter and low discharge SuDS outlet. Water from the roof area is filtered using a 1,000 micron screen, discarding any leaves or debris into the overflow. If configured, once the clean, filtered water has entered the tank a proportion can be used for rainwater harvesting.

During a storm event, the water level in the tank rises above the SuDS outlet which has an orifice 5-15mm depending on specification.

Using such a small orifice provides low

discharge rates. For a typical domestic dwelling peak discharge can be as low as 0.05 L/sec.

Rain Activ really provides drainage professionals with a powerful tool to reduce discharge rates from roof water to an absolute minimum. The product can cost-effectively, with low maintenance and full auditability deal with run off for smaller developments, greenfield sites and sites where low discharge values has been stipulated by planners.

Rain Activ has been rigorously tested over the last 18 months with discharge data academically verified though theoretical, lab and real world data analysis.

By using data alongside hydraulic modelling software MicroDrainage™ the system is designed bespoke to the client’s requirements.

Rain Activ sets to reduce costs to developers by heavily reducing or even eliminating secondary SuDS infrastructure such as balancing ponds and geocellular storage. In many cases this will provide additional land for the developer.

From inception the system has been developed with a reduction of on-site costs as a critical factor. Above ground or shallow dig underground tanks with an installation depth of around 1m are used reducing spoil removal. Tanks arrives fully assembled ready to install.

Crucially, maintenance is extremely low (typically one visual check of the filter per year) and normally the responsibility of the home owner.

The system therefore also provides considerable year on year cost savings in comparison with traditional SuDS technologies. Utilising knowledge from a decade of market leadership in the sector, Rain Activ can also be specified as a dual purpose system to combine with rainwater harvesting.

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As the filtration and tank are already in situ, creating a full domestic rainwater harvesting system is as simple as adding a pump and management unit.

In the UK, a future integrated water management strategy should consider rainwater harvesting as an addition to new build properties. Rain Activ can collect 98% of roof run off so is an effective SuDS solution but as a dual system it provides developers with the ability to reduce mains water consumption by around 50%. As most of the infrastructure is already in place, the additional cost to add rainwater harvesting tends to be only a few hundred pounds.�

At the main site in Peterborough there is a functioning Rain Activ system with test facilities. If you would like a demonstration of the effectiveness of the new technology please call or email.

Contact T +44 (0)1733 405111 info@suds-solutions.co.uk www.suds-solutions.co.uk

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Product Innovation Award

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Commitment to Excellence

Experts in hand Kitchen and Bathroom specialists sewn Building Solutions UK is extremely proud to present its highly prestigious and richly deserved Commitment to Excellence profile to Roman’s Haus.

each with a choice of handled or handleless doors which are made from real wood veneer.

For a complete bathroom makeover, choose from one of the specialist brands including Bauhaus, Bette Baths, Simpson’s, Crosswater, GSI Italian design and Hansgrohe. With each collection oozing style and elegance, you’ll be sure to find the right design and products to suit your requirements. The company can also provide a plumbing and fitting service so there is no need to go elsewhere.

From kitchen supplies to bathroom makeovers and small fittings, Roman’s Haus provide an exceptional service at affordable prices.

Satisfying the needs of developers, builders, home owners and many more, the specialist supplier works to any budget or requirement to make your dream home a reality.

The family run company was set up by brothers Preet and Raman Chind after discovering the lack of quality yet affordable choice on the market for average buyers. Wasting no time, the pair transformed an old, abandoned factory into a 5,000 sq. ft. showroom which now houses some of the best products available.

“We wanted to set up a company which allowed people to create their dream kitchen and bathroom at an affordable price,” commented Preet. “While searching for the best products for our target market, we have handpicked from most reputable names in the industry to offer customers a spectacular choice.

Building Solutions UK is extremely proud to present its highly prestigious and industry acclaimed Commitment to Excellence profile to PF Curtain Makers.

Paul Fisher Curtains are experts in the creation of unique and stunning curtains and blinds that enhance the look of your interior.

Using customers’ own fabric or requested fabric, the experienced team of highly skilled hand sewing specialists not only cater to your curtain requests but also create quality headboards, upholstery and other soft furnishings for a convenient, single source solution.

With a life time of experience in creating soft furnishings at the impeccably high standards demanded of the professional design sector, Paul Fisher established the company to offer customers superior products along with a fantastic level of customer service. Paul is aware of the requirement of professional designers for reliable delivery promises, sophisticated order tracking and is willing to help with the occasional rush-job and offer a trouble free and enjoyable order experience.

With these demands in mind, the dedicated team, located in large capacity premises, offer professional making-up services through the new Paul Fisher brand.

Paul, himself is extremely proud for such exceptional products and services to be sold under his name.

These first class products satisfy a wide range of clients from interior designers, park home manufacturers, high end and soft furnishings retailers and architects to high street curtain and blind retailers, schools, hotels, golf clubs and restaurants. The company receives fantastic feedback with many commenting on the high quality of both the products and services. Just a few of the glowing testimonials on the website read:

“We’ve taken special consideration over the price and quality of every one of our products,

which we’ll never compromise upon so that you, the customer, will always get the very best.”

The range includes the luxurious Bauformat and Burger collections. A true German design, the renowned suppliers focus on solid-built carcass and ready-assembled kitchens that come straight to you and ready for immediate installation Their trademark fittings feature handleless linear kitchen designs that are suitable for every budget – from the luxury to the affordable.

Roman’s Haus is also the exclusive London flagship store for the Italian collection Enne, along with stores in Paris, Milan and New York.

What sets Enne above the rest is its luxury, beautiful and hand-crafted curved kitchens,

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for UK made and sourced curtains, and the People at Paul Fisher were incredibly helpful and friendly. They understood my questions regarding material sourcing and were very reassuring. The curtains I ordered arrived quickly and are everything I was looking for, they are a great addition to the house. The company is very communicative, friendly, and committed to their products.

We will absolutely be using them again!”

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all at Paul fisher for the amazing curtains that you made for our latest project, they arrived on time and we could not fault the quality. We were over the moon with them.”

“We have found PF Funishings/ Paul Fisher to be knowledgable, professional and offer a quality product.”

When purchasing from Paul Fisher, a full measure and installation service is provided for larger projects as well as fast turn around and rush projects are accommodated for. Customers can use the online tracking system to locate their order, putting their mind at rest.

For more information and to find out what Paul Fisher Curtains can do for you, contact the company on: +44 (0)1379 854676, email: sales@pfcurtainmakers.co.uk or visit the website at: www.pfcurtainmakers.co.uk

“My husband and I began looking

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“Look to us for the beautiful and luxury appliances, worktops and tiles which can make your dream house a reality,” Preet concluded.

“Our fair prices cater to all budgets from £100 to £1,000 and our turnaround time of designs is faster than most on the market. We can also offer an in-house team of designers and experts to care for and advise you on anything you need.

“Our aim is to establish ourselves as a reputable kitchen and bathroom company and grow our presence in order to expand. We are currently in talks about opening a showroom in New York and are looking at potential areas in India.”

T +44 (0)1895 810444 info@romanshaus.com www.romanshaus.com

Product Innovation Award

Ideas, Engineers, Innovations Building Solutions UK is extremely proud to present HUESKER with its Product Innovation Award for their dedication to provide advanced Flood Protection Systems with their groundbreaking AQUABURG product.

Established for over 150 years, HUESKER is a German company specialising in the manufacture of specialist textiles. Since the beginning, the company has continued to broaden its portfolio by making their own products using the advanced materials it produces. The UK office was opened in 1996, dealing primarily with geosynthetics and has recently acquired the agricultural and industrial range, which includes AQUABURG. Offering products to adapt to the inevitable climate change, the AQUABURG company has released this innovative product which is the latest development in re-usable, modular flood protection products.

AQUABERG is a flexible, reusable, flood protection wall. It’s stored permanently at the required location, hidden in a concrete channel flush with the existing ground surface. It can be used as a stand-alone defence system or as part of another dyke or flood defence system. When there is a risk of flooding, the protective wall can be set up very rapidly by hand with no mechanical aides required.

After use, it is stowed again in the concrete channel.

“AQUABURG is delivering a new dimension of mobile flood protection which sets new standards with new layout and numerous innovations,” commented Ross Murray, Business Area Manager at Huesker. “Speed, safety and economy all combine to form a true safeguard against floods.

“Manual deployment of the system eliminates risk of ‘out of sight, out of mind’ whilst still being easy and rapid enough to be carried out in short notice with a non-critical amount of time and labour – unlike other systems that involve logistics and specialised personnel availability to erect. Unlike others, it is a very forgiving system. Should one of the supporting struts not be locked in correctly, or a couple of the hooks missed; then no problem. These little mistakes will not cause failure of the system as there is a large degree of redundancy designed into the product; its fool proof really.”

As well as flood protection systems for the Aquaburg, HUESKER are also involved in agriculture, biogas, manure storage and many specialist textiles as well as being widely known for its quality range of geosynthetic products.

“We are committed to offering viable and proven alternatives to conventional construction

Ross Murray, Business Area Manager at Huesker

methods by providing ingenious and sustainable solutions and applying state of the art and highly effective technical textiles,” Ross concluded.

“As a global player, we aim to be the recognised market leader in all areas of our operations. At the same time we strive to continually improve the value of the company and what we offer to our customers.

“HUESKER is the reliable and attractive partner for its customers, business friends and employees. Our top-class engineering solutions and more than 150 years of expertise in

manufacturing, coating and tailoring of technical textiles, along with our innovative power are the key to our success and the foundation of our long-standing customer relations.

For any challenging project, we will find the solution!”

Contact T +44 (0)1925 629393 info@huesker.co.uk www.huesker.co.uk

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Product Innovation Award

Asbestos locating equipment in real time in every day and the lack of a portable, affordable solution so began researching the life-saving product.

Following the successful completion of an EU funded R&D project, two ALERT models are now ready for rapid commercialization. A ‘Handheld’ model to provide a simple ‘yes/no’ indication of whether airborne asbestos fibres are present in the vicinity and a PRO version which provides the user a more detailed data set. The PRO model will be the first to market with plans for BETA testing sample units in early 2017 prior to commercial launch later that year.

Building Solutions UK is extremely proud to present Alert Technology Ltd with its highly prestigious and richly deserved Product Innovation Award for their Asbestos Locating Equipment.

Asbestos is the biggest occupational killer in the world and according to HSE, causes 107,000 deaths a year worldwide with 5,000 in the UK alone – that’s one person every 5 minutes. Prior to the ban in the UK in 1999 and in many European companies in the early 2000s, asbestos was used in a great deal of buildings including homes and schools. When disturbed or degraded, asbestos will release toxic fibres into the air and unknowingly put all exposed to it at risk.

A category one human carcinogen, asbestos fibres when inhaled can lead to terminal illness such as Methothelioma, asbestosis and other related cancers, which can take up to 20 to 30 years to develop from initial exposure.

To help reduce this risk, Alert Technology

Alan Archer, Managing Director (Middle) & Loretta King, Marketing Director (Right)

Ltd has developed the ground-breaking Asbestos ALERT technology, which monitors and warns in real time if asbestos fibres are airborne.

The advanced solution offers users an invaluable first line of defence helping to prevent prolonged, inadvertent exposure to asbestos and is relevant to over 30 industry sectors including construction, demolition and hazardous waste industries.

“There are other fibre monitors available but none that have the ability to distinguish between asbestos and non-asbestos fibres,” commented Director Loretta King.

“ALERT offers the world’s first portable and affordable warning device that can actually distinguish between airborne asbestos and non-asbestos fibres in real-time.”

“Providing an early warning reduces the risk and could help save lives as it allows people to instantly leave, reducing exposure and preventing cross contamination. ALERT can offer peace of mind and improved safety for workers and building occupants. An additional benefit is that can help save time and costs for the construction trades as once asbestos is suspected, works must stop and it can take a number of days to send samples to labs for analysis before the presence or absence of suspected asbestos can be confirmed,” says MD of Alert Technology, Alan Archer.

The Asbestos ALERT works by measuring both the laser light scattering and magnetic

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properties of individual respirable particles in the air at rates of hundreds of particles per second. From the light scattering it determines whether or not the particle is a respirable fibre, and then assesses how that fibre behaves in a strong magnetic field.

Asbestos fibres are paramagnetic, meaning they are not normally magnetic but become so in a magnetic field and can therefore be rotated by that field.

“We use this technique of light scattering to analyse single airborne fibres that are far too small to be seen with the naked eye,” explained Loretta. “After identifying the fibres, the device carries them in an airflow through a magnetic field, and uses light scattering again on the other side to tell if the fibres have aligned with the field. If they have, they are highly likely to be asbestos.

Alert Technology Ltd are planning to raise £2.5m over the next 2 years to help accelerate market launch of the two initial models, for global market expansion, R&D on new industry specific models and a fixed perimeter model capable of working at higher flow rates down to clearance levels.

The company have a VC investor in place and are also currently running a crowdfunding campaign via Crowdcube – so you too could become a part of Alert Technology Ltd’s future. Details can be found on Alert Technology’s pitch which is now live until mid-November 2016: www.crowdcube/alert-tech.com For more information contact Alert Technology on +44 (0)1803 540154, email: info@asbestos-alert.com or visit the website at: www.asbestos-alert.com

“ALERT records this behaviour and uses it to make an assessment of the probability of asbestos being present, to a confidence level of 99%.

It then warns the user of the risk of inadvertent exposure to airborne asbestos, allowing them to take immediate action to leave the vicinity or wear a suitable protective breathing mask. In back to back field trials with traditional testing methods ALERT performed 100% successfully detecting the presence, or lack of, as traditional filter testing.”

Alert Technology Ltd is the spin off company of the Select Group which was established in 1988, specialising in the supply of products for the construction and plumbing trades. The company identified the danger that workers were unknowingly put

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Product Innovation Award

Proven, secure, reliable Building Solutions UK is extremely pleased to present Geodesign Barriers with its highly prestigious Product Innovation Award for their outstanding flood protection systems.

20 years of flood fighting experience is what has led Geodesign Barriers to become renowned for their flexible and efficient flood barrier systems. The innovative and impressive company is well known for their temporary, mobile flood barrier system which is used by the Environment Agency, Local Authorities, Utility companies and private businesses to prevent the devastation of flooding.

The company’s story began back in 1995, when the designer of the barrier and owner of the company, Sten-Magnus Kullberg started manufacturing a temporary flood barrier using metal frames and wooden EUR pallets, covered with plastic membrane, following his previous attempts to use air inflated tubes and water-filled tubes.

many times in real flood emergencies in the UK and globally, never failing in its duty. Our barriers have not just been tested in a testing facility – they have been out there, been used – in horrendous floods, saving people’s properties and businesses from being devastated.”

This extensive flood barrier is a perfect option where a permanent solution is not possible due to economical or aesthetical reasons – or where it might take a long time before a permanent solution can materialise.

Once the customer has purchased the barrier, Geodesign Barriers provide training on how to deploy the barrier for best practice as well as carrying out surveys for vulnerable sites and producing temporary barrier plans that the customers can use. Customer staff are trained to be able to improvise when using the barrier, in order for it to be deployed on an unknown site, in the middle of the night or on a wet and windy day. The company also help with audits of barrier material if needed.

Britt Warg, UK Manager at Geo Design Barriers have now become a framework partner with them.

They have recently won a contract to provide temporary flood barriers for a scheme protecting the harbour area of Lowestoft.

“We believe it is of vital importance to keep the flood water away from buildings wherever possible, by using a free standing flood barrier – thus not allowing the flood water to reach the walls,” Britt explained.

“We also think the UK needs a national flood brigade – with local volunteers who could be trained in how to deploy temporary barriers and form an important part of the local resilience fora. More hands on deck – another body to count on in a flood emergency.”

Interestingly, the idea of using pallets came about when Sten-Magnus saw his children playing in the garden and wanting to build a little hut. They asked him for something they could use as a wall and he gave them a pallet that was lying around. He then realised that a pallet is a very strong element, utilised to take head loads across the world. He combined this with a strong metal structure and this is how it all started. Since then, the company began using aluminium sheets instead of pallets and later marine plywood boards. It is quite rare to see pallets used with the barrier today but this option is still available, should the customer require it.

Today, operating from its HQ in Linköping Sweden with many agents around the world, Geodesign Barriers is well recognised for its world leading flood fighting system.

“Simplicity, flexibility and the ability to adapt to local conditions is what attracts most customers to our advanced solution,” commented UK Manager, Britt Warg. “Not only this, the barrier can also be deployed in water, is very easy to understand and extremely quick to deploy due to it being flat-packed and in stackable crates, also allowing for easy storage.”

Britt continues: “We have a very long and successful track record behind us as our system has been used

“Local knowledge is vital, and we need to make the most of it. Local people know where vulnerable people live, they know which roads to avoid and where it usually starts to flood in a village. If these local volunteers could drop their ‘day job’ and function as retained firemen or as RNLI do – and also have access to local depots with temporary products, a lot more could be achieved – a lot quicker. The technique is here – but we still keep using sandbags.

Why not make use of temporary barriers instead and channel this local workforce into doing something more productive and effective?”

The intelligent system has a long life span of over 50 years, allowing it to be used again and again and saving on life cost. The strong metal structure underneath the plastic also helps towards this – if there is a puncture on the plastic membrane, the whole barrier system won’t collapse.

“At Geodesign Barriers we work hard to provide customers with a complete package of services.

We don’t just deliver the barrier, we also help our customers to plan, do surveys and we take care of them afterwards, with training, audits and – whenever possible – assistance during real flood emergencies.”

To promote these innovative flood systems, Geodesign Barriers attend many trade shows throughout the UK including Flood and Coast in Telford, Floodex in Peterborough, The Emergency Services Show in Birmingham and Flood Expo in London.

“The recent shows have been very successful and busy,” Britt commented. “There was lots of good networking and we have met and discussed with many interested visitors to our stand.”

“At the recent FloodExpo I was also speaking about the need for a national, voluntary Flood Brigade to an interested audience. We were awarded two awards during FloodExpo – Building Solutions’ ‘Best Company at Show review 2016’ and also ’10 years of BSI Kitemark’ – awarded by BSI. We have actually held the Kitemark since its launch, on 22 may 2003, so 13 years.”

For more information contact Geodesign Barriers on: +44 (0)1793 538565, email: britt. warg@palletbarrier.com or visit the website at: www.geodesignbarriers.com

Recently introduced to the range is the new, lightweight and simplified barrier – EUR101 Steel Barrier. Designed to meet the need of large scale flooding operations, the system consists of a metal support, a metal sheet and a plastic membrane. The metal supports are held together by the steel sheet that is locked onto the supports. This makes the system quicker, lighter and more economical.

The EUR101 has recently been purchased by the EA as part of their 12.5 M investment in temporary barriers to be used across the UK. Having worked closely with the EA since 2001, Geodesign Barriers

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Contamination Expo Review 2016

Cutting Edge Innovations & Concepts If you are a contamination professional looking to find unique solutions and innovative technologies, then there is only one show that you simply must attend.

The Contamination Expo Series 2016 is a new trade event launching this year that will enable exhibitors and visitors alike to liaise in a corporate setting whilst experiencing extensive workshops and seminars conducted by a range of important industry specialists.

As the UK’s leading event of its kind, the Contamination Expo Series will comprise a comprehensive programme covering all aspects of land, water and air contamination.

This includes elements such as clean air technology, building contamination, marine contamination, land, fresh water and toxic waste storage transportation & disposal.

The first edition of this much anticipated show took place from 12-13 October at London’s ExCeL. www.contaminationexpo.co.uk

ALS Environmental to Co-Sponsor ELQF September Event ALS Environmental are pleased to announce our co-sponsorship of the East Land Quality Forum (ELQF) seminar which was on Wednesday 14th September 2016 at the Deaf and Blind Centre, Peterborough.

The event entitled, ‘Developing Land Affected

by Contamination (from Application to Occupation)’ promised to be an engaging and insightful seminar.

The seminars agenda will include a range of industry expert's comments on the issues and challenges associated with developing land affected by contamination. One of the speakers at the event will be ALS Environmental’s Health, Safety and Quality Director, Christopher Caird, who chaired the panel on the upcoming ‘Blue Book’ method for asbestos analysis and the implications for site investigations. Chris will be giving delegates an overview of the Blue Book and will be on hand throughout the day to answer

To assist customers with rapid decision making ALS Environmental are able to provide OnSite analytical tools for our customers to purchase/hire to establish base lines in the initial site walkover. These tools, XRF and UVF 3100D, will be at the EQLF event for delegates to discuss and review.

For more information on any of ALS’ upcoming Events & Exhibitions, OnSite tools or any other analytical enquiry, please visit: www.alsenvironmental.co.uk or call us on: +44 (0)2476 421213.

ALS Environmental to Co-Sponsor the SCLF Annual Conference

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Loretta King, Marketing Manager for Alert Technology commented that, “The whole show was very well organised and supported. We were pleased with the level of people in attendance and in particular those who sought us out specifically to learn more about the ALERT.” “Alert received a lot of positive feedback from future potential customers and distributors.

We also received some really positive and constructive comments that provided food for thought for future R&D,” says Loretta.

attendance and feedback to Dr Chris Stopford’s seminar on the science behind Alert; and raising awareness of Alert’s current crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube. Alert are currently seeking investment and shares can be purchased with as little as £10. www.crowdcube.com/alert-tech Contact T +44 (0)1803 540154 info@asbestos-alert.com www.asbestos-alert.com

Cost-effective and innovative solutions for investigation, assessment and remediation any questions regarding the subject.

The SCLF Conference is one of the highlights on calendar for the Contaminated Land sector in Scotland.

ALS Environmental are proud to once again support the annual SCLF conference and will be represented by Mark Aristidou from our Business Development team.

The first Contamination Expo was a very positive exhibition experience for Alert Technology who introduced for the first time at an UK industry exhibition our future Asbestos ALERT warning device. Patented and ground breaking technology, ALERT can distinguish between asbestos and non-asbestos fibres in the air by measuring both the laser light scattering and magnetic properties of individual respirable particles.

Other show highlights include: winning a Product Innovation Award from Building Solutions; good

ALS Environmental are co-sponsoring this ELQF event with Mott MacDonald.

ALS Environmental are delighted to announce that we will be co-sponsoring the Scottish Contaminated Land Forum (SCLF) on Wednesday 7th September at Strathclyde University.

The SCLF conference is the 7th Annual Conference, entitled ‘Advances in Land Contamination Assessment and Remediation’ promises to be an intriguing insight into the challenges present in the Scottish market.

Asbestos locating equipment in real time

Ecologia’s primary objective is to provide remediation design and sustainable remediation solutions to a wide number of customers from the public sector, property development and construction companies to the chemical and petrochemical industry. We also offer

1) Contaminated Land and Groundwater 2) Soil and Groundwater Remediation 3) Services to the Insurance Industry 4) Emergency Response. specialised support to insurance companies/loss adjusters dealing with environmental claims ranging from small-scale domestic spillages to major industrial incidents.

Our Head office is in Kent, with offices strategically located across the UK and in Italy.

Our core service areas are:

Our work with several leading Loss Adjusters has developed out of our reputation for attention to detail, regard for the individual needs of our clients, and also our expertise in dealing with Regulators and the public.

Contact T +44 (0)1795 471611 info@ecologia-environmental.com www.ecologia-environmental.com

One of Europe’s Leading Analytical Providers

ALS Environmental have been supporting the Contaminated Land sector for over 15 years from our Centre of Excellence in Coventry and have recently added drop-off locations in Scotland to support our Soils Testing growth in across the UK & Ireland. The SCLF conference will contain an invigorating mix of presentations from a variety of contributors representing all sectors of the contaminated land industry.

Contact T +44 (0)2476 421213 info.ukenviro@alsglobal.com www.alsenvironmental.co.uk

Ecologia is an award winning multi-disciplinary, specialist contaminated land consultant/ contractor that provides advice and undertakes site investigation and remediation projects across the UK and Europe. We also have an established and excellent reputation for the construction and operation of in-situ remediation plant for soil and groundwater.

Designed to help meet your environmental regulatory requirements, we offer our customers’ accurate, legally defensible, analytical data. Providing our customers with an extensive range of UKAS, MCERTS and DWTS accredited analytical services for water, land and waste monitoring, ALS Environmental is one of the UK’s leading providers of analytical services.

By working with our customers for over twenty years we have been able develop a range of analytical services that meet your specific needs, including standard industry, regulatory and bespoke analytical suites.

We are able to respond in a timely and efficient manner to your analytical and sampling requirements, via our network of laboratories and service centres across the UK and Ireland. This network also means we are able to provide customers with additional capacity and the reassurance of back-up laboratory systems.

For more information, please visit: www.alsenvironmental.co.uk Email: info.ukenviro@alsglobal.com • Tel: 02476 421213 ALS Environmental Limited, Torrington Avenue, Coventry CV4 9GU

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Marine & Coastal Show Review 2016

Global Solutions for Marine & Coastal Projects On the 12th-13th October ExCel London will open its doors for Marine & Coastal Civil Engineering 2016.

Run alongside the Food Expo, the show is the UK’s leading event in presenting global solutions and innovative concepts to professionals working in hard engineering, coastal and river management, subsea engineering and flood risk authorities.

and workshop schedule, will highlight new and effective ways to design and produce sustainable solutions to everything from climate change to maintaining coastal defences.

The world’s leading coastal engineering companies, alongside an extensive seminar

For more information, visit the website at: www.mcceexpo.co.uk

Specialists in marine civil and structural engineering Arch Henderson specialises in understanding the needs of port and harbour clients and is recognised for dynamic and creative design work and for consistency of service by its clients.

Established in 1919, Arch Henderson is a British consultancy specialising in the design of maritime projects from small scale slipways and pontoons up to £200 million infrastructure developments. Large scale projects in the past three years include the Nigg Enterprise Quay (£19 million), Invergordon (£20 million), BAE C9 Shipyard Redevelopment (£140 million), BAE IEI Shipyard Development (£35 million) and the new Nigg Bay development in Aberdeen (£270 million). Principal offices are located across the UK in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Caithness, Southampton, the Northern Isles and in the Falkland Islands.

The firm has specialist skills in marine civil engineering, coastal engineering, geotechnical engineering, heavy mechanical engineering (moving structures) and industrial structural engineering. Recent projects include deep quays, dry dock redevelopment, marinas, new

linkspans/Ro-Ro facilities, diving surveys (inhouse) and shipyard/boatyard infrastructure development.

Clients come from framework consultancy agreements such as CMAL, BAE Systems and Peel Ports as well as acting as port engineer for several significant ports in the UK such as Aberdeen Harbour and Montrose Port Authority and for various D&B contractors. www.arch-henderson.co.uk

Cofra: Supplying & Installing Worldwide Cofra’s in-house materials experts, Geotechnics BV, is an independent production and trading company within the Boskalis Cofra Group. Geotechnics BV’s primary focus is on the production and sales of the MebraDrain range and other synthetic materials.

The proven partner in soil improvement has been developing its techniques ever since its establishment in 1923, completing installations for various applications in a range of ground conditions across the globe.

The company’s work surrounds the development and practice of consolidation and compaction techniques for cohesive and granular soils. These methods are devised using high tech pieces of equipment and are supplemented by the refined skillsets of Cofra’s very own geotechnical department.

Operating proactively, Cofra is now a globally renowned soil improvement contractor with a philosophy centering on innovation, reliability and professionalism. The group boasts a decorated background in all associated areas, including in-

house manufacturing, technical expertise and direct installation.

Cofra’s wealth of experience, innovation, in-house manufacturing, commitment to technical expertise and directly employed installation teams ensure the successful delivery of your project.

T +44 (0)1293 871637 office@cofra.co.uk www.cofra.co.uk

Reliability built on experience Running alongside the Flood Expo, the Marine and Coastal Show brings together the world’s leading coastal engineering companies. Amongst some of the prestigious names was HUESKER UK, who demonstrated their comprehensive range of geosynthetic solutions which provide benefits to a range of business areas including earthworks and foundations, roads and pavements, environmental and hydraulic engineering and industrial and agricultural applications.

Potential HUESKER Clients were particularly interested in the SoilTain tube dewatering application; used for the separation of contaminated solids and liquid phases within the marine environment.

For over 150 years, HUESKER has continued to broaden its advanced portfolio by creating their very own products using the materials they produce. The UK office was opened in 1996, dealing primarily with geosynthetics

and has recently acquired the agricultural and industrial range, which includes AQUABURG – an innovative product which helps prevent the devastation of flooding.

For more information, contact HUESKER on: +44 (0)1925 629393, email: info@huesker.co.uk, or visit the website at: www.huesker.co.uk

Andrew Scott Ltd: Quality and Innovation Andrew Scott Ltd has an extensive portfolio of construction project accomplishments in the river and marine sector. They have demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of working in this sector, and are also considered a ‘contractor of choice.’ Their knowledge and capabilities covers ports, harbours, coastal defences, bridges, pontoons, jetties, river walls, and flood protection.

The company has high standards in construction and engineering, and together with the experience of highly skilled technical teams, provide assurance that their project solutions are efficiently implemented with no negative impact to the local environment or ecology.

Their client’s include the RNLI,

Associated British Ports, Milford Haven Port Authority, the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and a select number of private development companies.

Andrew Scott Ltd recently completed flood defence works at Anchorwood Bank[1] on the River Taw in Barnstaple. The flood defence strategy included: 1) To raise the existing levels and

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surcharge the ground across the 23 acres site and further increase the ground levels adjacent to the river, 2) To part demolish and rebuild the existing river stone and RC walls 1 and 2 making them more robust and increasing the height; and, 3) To install a new RC piled wave wall connected to the end of the existing wall, thereby increasing the overall length of the existing river flood defence walls by a further 450m. We also installed a new cycle/footway along the entire length of the riverside walls.

T +44 (0)1639 889800 marketing@andrewscott.co.uk www.andrewscott.co.uk [1] Anchorwood Bank is a 16 hectare brownfield regeneration site. This significant development site will host mixed use schemes including: retail, residential, hotel and leisure facilities.

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Flood Expo Review 2016

The must attend Event for Flood Professionals

New CEMEX quarry of strategic importance for the South East market A new CEMEX quarry at Datchet, Berkshire, adjacent to the M4, is starting to supply essential sand and gravel to construction customers and readymix concrete plants in London and the South East.

Dubbed the world’s largest flood exhibition and conference, The Flood Expo is an unmissable industryspecific trade event which holds a prestigious status established across the globe courtesy of its main goals, which revolve around the monitoring and prevention of flooding in the most cost-effective and reliable ways.

At this particular showcase you will find all of the latest and most operative solutions available for flood prediction, deterrence, defence, response and clean-up. The jam-packed convention features panel debates, seminars and live demonstrations, all of which are supported and enhanced by the thousands of visitors and exhibitors in attendance.

The 2016 edition is due to include 80 seminars and will open its doors to 150 suppliers and approximately 2,500 visitors. Set to be even more successful than ever before, the Flood Expo will

be returning next year to the ExCeL, London from 12-13 October to help industry specialists to explore the methods that can be employed to minimise – or where possible, avoid – the risk of potential flooding.

You can find more information and order your tickets online now by accessing the website provided below.

Contact www.thefloodexpo.co.uk

Datchet quarry will supply approximately 400,000 tonnes of material per annum and is of strategic importance in the supply chain to the region’s construction industry. With many quarries in the area now exhausted, Datchet will provide a locally sourced and more sustainable material.

For the first time in CEMEX UK’s aggregate business, the plant was supplied by CDE Gobal with the new CDE M2500 modular plant representing a significant investment of £3 million. It is designed to deliver finished material of sand, 4-10mm and 10-20mm stone and consists of a triple deck Prograde Screen, a CDE Evowash sand plant, conveyors and an

oversize recycle system incorporating a Metso 200 crusher.

The sand and gravel is currently being dug 800 metres from the processing facility and is transported by two field conveyors to the plant.

T +44 (0)1932 568833 www.cemex.co.uk

Derwentside Environmental Testing Services (DETS) chloride, nitrate and nitrite Volatile organic compounds Total petroleum hydrocarbons Polyaromatic hydrocarbons Semi volatile organics, including PCBs, pesticides, or a screening suite of 900 compounds Loss on ignition: accredited for HMRC waste classification Leach testing to WAC or EA specification

Established in 1999, DETS offer a wide range of analytical services for the environmental, construction, waste, fuel and engineering industries, and are accredited to ISO 17025 and MCERTS, plus ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001.

Combining a modern, well equipped laboratory, with highly skilled and dedicated staff, we can ensure an excellent and flexible service to meet your requirements.

We offer a full range of environmental analyses, including: Heavy metals either by ICP or XRF Speciated mercury Cyanide and phenols Anions: including sulphate, phosphate,

DETS are recognised as a centre of excellence for the analysis of asbestos in soil, and hold accreditation for: Identification of asbestos Quantification of asbestos, including free fibres Water absorption to determine licensable or non-licensable material NEW – respirable fibres in respirable dust (accreditation pending) to aid risk assessment on site.

Contact T +44 (0)1207 582333 info@dets.co.uk www.dets.co.uk

FLOOD SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR HOME AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES Top Quality Flood Solutions Crocodile Flood Solutions have sourced some of the best quality, most reliable flood defence and flood protection products currently available, in order to help you defend your property from flooding.

Flood Solutions for your Home and Commercial Properties We’ve got everything from doorway defence barriers to sewage defence products and lots more in between. Whether you require home flood solutions or commercial property flood solutions, we can assist you to protect your property against flooding.

Derwentside Environmental Testing Services DETS offer a wide range of high quality accredited analytical services for the environmental, construction, waste, fuel and engineering industries. Combining a modern, well equipped laboratory, with highly skilled and dedicated staff, we can ensure an excellent and flexible service to meet the most demanding requirements.

Established in 1999 in Consett, DETS have expanded every year, and developed into one of the most respected analytical laboratories in the UK, by retaining their original clients, and regularly adding new companies. This achievement is due to the DETS philosophy of listening to their clients and forming honest and transparent relationships, providing quality data in agreed timescales, and going that ‘extra mile’ to provide added value.

The experienced scientific and customer service teams work closely with our clients to understand their needs in terms of the technical and commercial demands they face. Timeframes and reporting deadlines are agreed at an early stage to enable clients to meet their own obligations confidently.

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Call in Crocodile Flood Solutions to Help Save Your Home Now! Don’t sit around waiting for a disaster to happen, start protecting your property today. If you’re in a high flood risk area don’t wait until you are regretting not taking precautions, make sure you’re ready to defend your property against any impending flooding.

Prevention is always less expensive and has much less of an impact than the aftermath involved once your property has been flooded.

There is nothing worse than losing personal items that cannot be replaced as a result of domestic flooding in the home. You could even be forced to leave your home for weeks or worse; longer.

Crocodile Flood Solutions Can Start Protecting Your Business Today When it comes to business, lost work days mean lost profit. If your business had to close due to flooding it could also mean lost customers. If your business was affected by flooding and had to close you could find your customers going elsewhere.

The cost of not protecting your business from flooding could be much more than you first imagined. Don’t risk your business, protect it from flooding today.

At Crocodile Flood Solutions, we can assist you in all aspects of flood solutions, whatever your requirements.

Call us today on: 0845 094 1281 info@crocodilefs.co.uk | www.crocodilefs.co.uk

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Japanese Knotweed Ltd: Removal & Eradication

Flood defence experts as there were thousands of people devastated with the floods.

One of the first companies to be ISO 9001 and 14001 accredited, Crocodile’s team of dedicated professionals can help with paperwork for grants and explain what products are available to protect their homes and businesses and simply explain what help is available if they need it.

Over the two days, the event was well attended, with a wide range of delegates from the contamination industry.

Japanese Knotweed Ltd received a good level of attendance at their stand, with most visitors aware of Japanese knotweed, but wanting to find out more about it.

The origin and history of the plant was discussed, along with the problems that the plant can cause; loss of amenity use, contaminated ground, and structural damage.

Of course the greatest interest was in how Japanese knotweed is controlled and eradicated. Herbicide treatments can be effective, but they don’t remove the rhizome from the ground, which remains contaminated. This means that if any disturbance to the site is planned (i.e. development) the knotweed will require excavation.

There were quite a few questions raised about incineration of knotweed waste to avoid landfill disposal. Certainly knotweed stems can be incinerated (on site), but commercial eradication of knotweed still mainly relies on on-site burial or landfill burial of knotweed waste. Research and development is on-going into soil burning, and also into effective extraction of knotweed material from soils to allow for incineration (on site). As landfill resources become scarcer there will be greater pressure to use sustainable

The company was recently named a runner up for the Resilience Award, recognising them for their advanced products which help minimise the damage caused by flooding. remediation methods like this.

The ‘Understanding and Remediating Japanese Knotweed’ CPD seminar was fully attended, with many standing at the back to get a place. The seminar provided an insight into knotweed and how to deal with it, including some case studies. There were a number of questions at the end from delegates in various fields of work, showing that knotweed has a wide impact.

T +44 (0)333 2414 413 info@knotweed.co.uk www.japaneseknotweed.co.uk

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Crocodile Flood Solutions are dedicated to helping home and business owners protect their properties from the devastation of flooding. To do so, they have sourced some of the highest quality and most reliable products on the market which assist in the fight against flooding.

Unlike other companies, Crocodile Flood Solutions carry out free flood surveys and never charge for advice or quotes. They recently opened their first Advisory Centre to help residents based in Carlisle

Whatever your requirements, Crocodile Flood Solutions can assist you in all aspects of flood solutions.

Contact T +44 (0)845 094 1281 T +44 (0)1158 559496 M +44 (0)7715 252528 info@crocodilefs.co.uk www.crocodilefs.co.uk

Vikoma International The Flood Expo show 2016 was highly successful for Vikoma International.

Launching the new range of flood barriers at the show created a large amount of interest in our Flood Control Solutions with a high footfall of visitors to our stand.

Amari Austria has participated for the first time as exhibitor at the Flood Expo.

The show was very interesting: in two days we were able to make promising contacts and gained invaluable insights into the trends in this particular market.

Suppliers and visitors not only from the UK, but also from other countries were present at the show.

Thanks to our internal optimised processes we are able to guarantee the delivery of our systems within one week.

At the exhibition it was evident that there are only few suppliers of massive flood protection systems which can bridge big wingspread and are applicable for an effective landscape protection. We are confident that there are excellent opportunities for our flood protection systems in this market.

Another requirement that emerged as particularly important to customers is the ability to offer and sell certified products. Our flood protection systems have been tested by the European Flood Protection Organisation in matters of static, tightness, mounting time and storage: all systems have been awarded the Seal of Quality.

We experienced overwhelmingly positive reactions from all visitors at our stand towards our products in matter of quality, reliability and innovation. In conversations with people in different positions and business area, one factor stood out as most essential and decisive: short delivery time.

Our target is to find new distributors and sales partners for our flood protection systems in the UK and other countries. flood-defence@amari.at www.amari-hochwasser.at

Generating further interest was the live demo of our Flood Guardian Barrier which attracted a wide range of visitors. Visitors were able to see the life size barrier and gain further understanding in its technical specifications including its ability to be used in both short with a unique anchoring system or long lengths with versatility to deflect water from a multitude of areas. Furthermore they could see how quick it is to assemble and feel the durability of the material.

In addition to the Flood Guardian there was a demonstration of our unique, portable wet and dry Minivac systems which is ideal to reach isolated and difficult to reach areas and used for post flood clean-up including debris, sludge as well as spills. This gave visitors a great insight

into the variety of uses for the system and its functionality as well as the opportunity to try the system and see how easy it is to dismantle and hand carry to locations.

Vikoma were also very pleased to be short listed as a finalist for the Flood Innovation Award 2016, a huge credit to the company.

T +44 (0)1983 200560 sales@vikoma.com www.vikoma.com

Professional Restoration As the certifying body for damage management practitioners and others involved in related aspects of property claims across the wider insurance industry, we were delighted with the wide range of visitors at this year’s Flood Expo and the interest in learning about professional restoration.

personnel may encounter.

Understanding how the latest advances in dealing with water damaged properties can reduce recovery times, and greatly improve the customer experience, is important for everyone involved in the process and of particular value to builders and tradespeople providing reinstatement services.

For a property owner, awareness of what they can expect from professional contractors assists them in coming to terms with the potential disruption and also makes it easier to question and fend off rogue traders.

The BDMA works in collaboration with many different sectors to ensure

better understanding between the various parties responding to property damage, and provides education and qualifications in recovery and restoration procedures.

In addition to training for practitioners, builders, claims handlers, insurers and loss adjusters, we also provide courses related to specific issues that on-site

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The latest addition to our training programme, for example, deals with Supporting Children & Young People after Flooding. Anyone with children will understand that their way of dealing with a difficult situation is very different to an adult’s response, and the trauma they experience after being flooded is now known to be particularly severe. This new course, based on research by Lancaster University and Save the Children, allows participants to hear children’s views for themselves and explore how they can adapt their procedures to reduce the impact on affected young people.

Details of this, and other courses, can be found on our website; or just give us a call to enquire about training, membership and other options.

T +44 (0)1858 414278 info@bdma.org.uk www.bdma.org.uk

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Total flood services from UK’s leading flood responder

Gripple responds to new amendment in fire resistance wiring regulations Gripple Limited, the world-beating manufacturer of wire suspensions for building services installation, has taken cable management to yet another level in response to new wiring regulations where fire resistant suspended services are required.

Adler & Allan offers total flood service and asset resilience capabilities, helping to protect UK industrial and commercial businesses, including some of our most important assets – such as power plants and roadways.

Through BERG (Business Emergency Recovery Group), Adler & Allan also supports communities in the north of England prepare for future flooding incidents; something that is becoming a recurring feature of UK winters.

The company has launched the specifically developed Trapeze Plus FR No. 3 to comply with amendment 3 of the 17th edition wire regulations relating to wiring systems in escape routes. This applies to cabling and containment systems which must be protected to ensure they are not prone to premature collapse in the event of fire.

Supplied with stainless steel wire, the all-steel Trapeze Plus FR No. 3 is fire-rated, with various levels of certified exposure times and load limit specifications available depending on the level of protection required.

Each member of the four-strong Gripple Trapeze range, all supplied in ready-to-use kits, has a single channel, enabling pre-installation and multi-tiered arrangement, and an integral adjustment button allows easy tool-free setting. Ideal for suspending ductwork and baskets quickly and safely, the Trapeze range are perfect for work at height.

Both the Trapeze Plus FR and the Trapeze Plus have a locking screw for tightening to provide ultimate security.

For further information, please contact Frazer Belafonte on: +44 (0)7795 114667 or f.belafonte@gripple.com.

Technology Fascinates

Following years of experience dealing with a range of flooding incidents, including the major floods of the last few years, Adler & Allan has built up considerable expertise in emergency flood deployment and post incident remediation. As more organisations recognise the need to plan for flooding events, Adler & Allan has also developed an impressive capability in the assessment, design and installation of flood mitigation measures, including flood defences and protective coatings and linings which can also extend asset life.

Adler & Allan’s Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), will determine a sites risk up to 60 years in the future, including the level at which flood water could rise. Adler & Allan can then help organisations create plans to stop flood waters and deal with disaster quickly and effectively; from staff evacuation procedures, to permanent mitigation. Flood mitigation solutions available include JBAR®, a modular

Our Movas S1-4.0/300 macerator is typically fitted in pump suction lines and used for particle size reduction to prevent downstream clogging and blockages.

Our Nemo progressive cavity pump display showcased our new Full Service in Place (FSIP) technology which allows rapid dismantling and service of the major pump components without the need to disturb any pipework.

approximately 4 hour endurance at full duty. It is able to handle solids up to approximately 70mm diameter.

Attracting particular interest was our small trailermounted rotary lobe pump with diesel drive.

Able to transfer up to 10m3/h at up to 4 Bar and handle suction lifts of 7.5m, this compact and easy to manoeuvre, self-priming machine caught the attention of pump hire specialists, emergency services and clean-up specialists alike.

Outdoors at the dockside our larger trailer mounted, diesel driven pump incorporates the T1 XLB6/2 with 60kW motor and 100L fuel tank. It is rated at 250 – 450m3/h at up to 2.8 Bar and has

In recent years the Beavers efficient flood barrier systems have

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Adler & Allan exhibited at October’s Flood Expo16, and was a finalist in the exhibitions ‘Resilience Award.’

For more information, call: 0800 592 827 or visit: www.adlerandallan.co.uk

The devastating storms and floods that hit the North during Christmas 2015 are what sparked the National Flood Resilience Review. With the aim to see what lessons could be learnt, the review established the importance of installing temporary flood barriers across the UK. The government, through the Environment Agency, has now significantly increased their stock of temporary barriers.

The Floodex exhibition captured a broad spectrum of exhibitors, thus bringing in an equally diverse selection of visitors. This effect was strengthened by the presence of the Contamination Expo and Marine & Coastal Engineering Expo within the same hall which also provided interesting opportunities for networking with exhibitors from other industries.

Having worked closely with the EA since 2001, Geodesign Barriers have now officially become an EA framework partner and are supplying more temporary barriers for national deployment. The well-established company not only manufactures quality barriers but also assist with planning, surveys and training of staff. They have created effective flood protection for a number of renowned companies including National Grid, UK Power Networks, Northern PowerGrid, SSE and SGN.

against flooding. BSI Kitemarked since 2003, this easy-todeploy, flat packed barrier is available in dam heights of 0.45m, 0.65m, 0.80m, 0.85m, 1m, 1.01m 1.10m, 1.25m, 1.50m, 1.80m and 2.40m.

Contact T +44 (0)1935 483900 sales.npu@netzsch.com www.netzsch.com/en

Geodesign Barriers have a long, proven record of successful flood emergency responses in the UK, across Europe and all over the world, since the mid 1990s.

Around 68km of barrier have so far been distributed around the world, providing an effective protection

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Using water to control flooding

The system consists of two PVC tubes laid side by side which are permanently joined together to form a flood barrier that can hold back up to 1,900mm of water. It is initially inflated, easily moved into the desired position and subsequently filled with water from a nearby water source or flood water – via a water pump.

In addition, Adler & Allan provides a range of services that may be required following a flooding incident; spill response and clean-up, site decontamination, water and ground remediation, fuel testing and fuel polishing.

Geodesign Barriers become an EA framework partner

This was the first time NETZSCH Pumps & Systems have exhibited at Floodex and we came well prepared with our stand featuring products from each of our three flood-related ranges.

The Beaver Barrier Protection System from Geoline has frequently proven its worth in many emergency situations.

Benefitting from fast assembly, easy installation and flexibility, the innovative flood barrier helps to prevent or at least reduce storm and flood damage and economic costs.

GRP system designed to contain spills, while stopping encroaching waters.

protected cities and their citizens, lands and buildings in over 150 cases. Over 80,000m Beaver flood barriers have been sold to date and are appreciated by Civil Defence teams for their convenience for dam building in flood situations.

For more information contact Geoline on +44 (0)1372 434672, email info@geolineltd.co.uk or visit the website at: www.geoline.ie

BEAVER FLOOD BARRIER SYSTEM

FAST ASSEMBLY | FLEXIBLE & EASY TO INSTALL | GOOD STORABILITY REAL LIFE DEPLOYMENTS The elements of the Beaver flood barrier are initially inflated, easily moved into the desired position and subsequently filled with water from a nearby water source or flood water – via water pump.

The individual elements are joined together by a patented link system. This makes it possible to build flood barriers of any length, which conform to all types of terrain.

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Flood Expo Review 2016

Environmental Innovations success at The Flood Expo 2016 The Flood Expo 2016 was hailed a success for Environmental Innovations Ltd after engaging with Local Authorities, Environmental Agencies, Community Flood Groups and Industry Delegates.

Offering remote and wireless sensors and critical communication systems for Flooding, Water Levels, Sewer Levels, and Environmental Monitoring, the exhibition enabled gave the opportunity to display some of the sensor we manufacture and how we integrate these into systems utilising our low powered radio links.

Local authorities sought solutions for Highways Flooding which is obviously a safety issue. Real-time monitoring means reaction times to the issues can be cut, reducing road traffic incidents, and maintaining a healthy drainage network. Environmental Agencies were keen to review their borehole monitoring, for groundwater level changes, along with general river level monitoring, and rainfall modelling by way of rain gauges. Both types of client need wide area or regional solutions, all of which can be achieve using our

OFCOM licenced radio solutions. This will deliver a dedicated method of communication, rather than relying on the GSM network, provided by third party companies, who will refuse to provide service level agreements.

Industry was looking for sewer level monitoring, and blocked sewer detection sensors, to avoid and mitigate flood risk, whether this was from internal issues like a blocked sewer, or external issues like rivers running parallel to their site. Again, monitoring these issues can provide business continuity, or reactive response measures appropriate to the situation.

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Total environment protection Andel Ltd recently wowed audiences at the Flood Expo, launching the Andel FloodAlert System alongside their ReBund Flood defence system.

The FloodAlert System monitors water levels and sends alerts via SMS and email when specified limits are reached. It is a costeffective solution for properties that require and may suffer localised surface water flooding.

The ReBund Flood defence is a modular semi-permanent barrier made from recycled plastic and reinforced with steel. Its aesthetics mean it can replace garden fences or property boundaries without looking industrial and still provide flood protection.

The show, which took place on the 12-13 October at ExCel, London, was a major success for the company who received a great deal of interest from potential customers as well as many leads.

Since Andel was establishment in

Advanced Solutions for Aquatic Restoration & Vegetation Management Ebsford recently wowed audiences at the Flood Expo, showcasing their range of bespoke environmental and ecological remediation solutions; both on land and in water.

The show, which took place at ExCel, London on the 12-13 October, was a huge success for the company who gained a great deal of interest and many contacts.

During the show, Ebsford had two stands, one at the Flood Expo and on in the Contamination Forum which was perfectly suited as there are 2 sides to the company. They are already set to attend next year’s event, where they will have one spot in between the two areas and have a dual stand. They will also be attending Flood & Coast 2017.

Consisting of some of the most thought leading and respected market experts in the UK today, Ebsford Environmental has a constant desire to exceed expectations through delivering efficient, sustainable and cost effective projects and an in-depth approach, which is un-paralleled in the industry.

From initial contact, to project specification and implementation; their management style and unique service

offering will ensure that you are completely satisfied having chosen Ebsford for all your project needs.

For more information contact Ebsford on: +44 (0)1924 802190, email: info@ebsford.co.uk or visit the website at: www.ebsford.co.uk

1992, the West Yorkshire based manufacturer has developed its work with oil handling and containment to offer a full complement of services to help companies comply with The Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) (England) Regulations 2001 through its PPL Division (Pollution Prevention). Their 20 year history of cutting edge R&D has been achieved by understanding the importance of listening to customers, a practical, hands-on involvement and a common sense, cost-effective approach.

For more information, contact Andel Ltd on +44 (0)1484 845000 or visit the website at: www.andel.co.uk

Ideas, Engineers, Innovations As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of geosynthetics, agricultural and industrial textiles, HUESKER recently wowed audiences at Flood Expo 2016.

The show, which took place at ExCel, London on the 12-13 October, was a huge success for the company who showcased it exceptional range of products and services which provide top quality solutions for businesses.

Satisfying the needs of a range of business areas including earthworks and foundations, roads and pavements, environmental and hydraulic engineering as well as industrial and agricultural applications, HUESKER market their product portfolios worldwide using a high level of technical and engineering support from their in-house and affiliated sales organisations.

The corporate head office of the HUESKER Group is located in Gescher (Westphalia), Germany and they also have subsidiaries

in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Brazil, the USA and Asia.

HUESKER also works closely with international distribution partners and agents resulting in a comprehensive global sales network in over 60 countries.

The Flood Expo is one of the largest events of its kind in the world, leading flood prevention companies to presenting solutions to widespread flooding problems.

For more information, contact HUESKER on: +44 (0)1925 629393, email: info@huesker.co.uk, or visit the website at: www.huesker.co.uk

Aquaread’s success award at The Flood Expo 2016 Aquaread recently attended The Flood Expo 2016, the largest event of its kind in the world showcasing the best solutions and innovations in the world of flooding. The event, hosted at London’s ExCel, showcased a new feature for 2016 in the form of The Flood Expo Awards, designed to recognise and celebrate companies and products pushing forward in the areas of flood innovation, mitigation and resilience.

Teresa Cannon, from Norwich City Council, in order to explain why Aquaread’s LeveLine-EWS early flood warning system deserved to win the award.

totally eradicating altogether the damage caused by flooding.”

Aquaread is thrilled to have been nominated for The Resilience Award, a category created to recognise the “Best product or service designed to help its user resist flooding, minimising or

Chris Peacock, our technical marketing director, and Craig Harrison, our managing director, had to pitch to a panel of industry experts including Nick Bean, from Mott MacDonald Group, and

We were up against stiff competition from the likes of Amari Austria, Cemex UK, Adler and Allan, Environment Solutions and Crocodile Flood Solutions, who all offers excellent flood resilience products and services.

That’s why we were thrilled to find out we had won!

Contact T +44 (8)442 223645 info@aquaread.com www.aquaread.com

Expert Solutions for decontamination The two days of the Contamination Expo flew by for the team from SMH as they introduced visitors to our expert solutions for decontamination across a range of hazards and industries, from asbestos to wood dust, construction to demolition.

The range of products we had on display – air and water movement and filtration units, H-type wet/dry vacuum cleaners, and air pressure monitors – although far from our full offering, proved of real interest to showgoers of all kinds, while representatives from our training and consultancy business, SMH Services, were kept busy fielding enquiries about our expert training, including UKATA, IATP and BOHS approved asbestos courses, and the technical support they can offer, such as site audits and consultancy.

However, the real star of the show was the Fibrecheck FC6, named winner of the Asbestos Innovation Award 2016. The judges were unanimous in their praise of the FC6, which delivers effective realtime measurement of respirable dust and fibres in a robust, compact and – critically – affordable unit.

This is vital in asbestos removal, where fibre levels must be carefully managed, but it is also important

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for any dusty working environment – from demolition to wood sawing to food production – reassuring workers that dust suppression methods (air scrubbers, sprayers, etc.) are functioning and protecting them from harm.

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Energy Management & Air-Conditioning News

Heat and electricity generated form wood chip Spanner Re2 GmbH is the leading global producer of Biomass CHP plants. By cleverly converting regionally available wood chips into electricity and heat, a variety of diverse UK business operations are benefiting from the many advantages of Biomass CHP. From agriculture and forestry, local or remote heating networks to green hotels and wellness estates. They are all transforming their businesses with the UK’s most popular Biomass CHP. Since 2009, Spanner Re2 have produced over 550 units, with many having achieved over 40,000 running hours. There are two principle units available, a 30kW electrical output producing 73kW heat and a 45kW electrical output producing 108kW of heat.

There are many attractive cost advantages of running a Spanner Biomass CHP in the UK. The plant is fully approved by Ofgem and a combination of subsidies is available. For compensation of the power produced, ROC (Renewable Obligation Certificates) regulations apply. The heat is also compensated following the RHI

(Renewable Heat Incentive) regulations.

The Spanner Re2 Biomass CHP plant has an innovative and functional design that ensures unmatched ease of use and superb access for servicing tasks. Thanks to their modular design, the plant is delivered within eight to twelve weeks upon placement of the order.

To to learn more about the Spanner Re2 and their Biomass CHP plant please visit: www.holz-kraft.de/en or contact our sales team: Matthias von Senfft, Tel: +49 (0)8773 70798162, email: matthias.vonsenfft@holz-kraft.de

The Revolutionary Energy Saving Product that saves up to 35% on Heating Costs S.O.R Technologies have brought to the market the revolutionary energy saving product the Vortex Energy Saver. With 2 years of independent testing, the Vortex Energy Saver has proven to reduce energy consumption of a heating system by up to 35%! This is achieved by removing the dissolved Oxygen in a heating system down below an inert level which no other deaerator on the market is able to achieve.

This improves the properties of the water in the heating system causing it to heat up quicker using less energy. In addition to substantial energy savings, removing the dissolved Oxygen to an inert level will also help prevent future corrosion and extend the life of the heating system. Through its patented design the Vortex Energy Saver is unique in the market being the only product that removes the dissolved Oxygen down to an inert level. The Vortex Energy Saver is now widely used by many Housing Associations, Universities and consumers with a range of case studies available on the product website: www.vortexenergysaver.com. The typical

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energy savings the Vortex Energy Saver brings are between 20-30% with the highest recorded savings being 35% with Coventry University.

The product even comes with a money back guarantee if 10% energy savings aren’t achieved. S.O.R Technologies are now looking to extend its network of re-sellers and offer product training and marketing material. Free units are also available by special request for trials on large portfolios of properties.

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Heating, Ventilation & Air-Conditioning News

ZoomLock heads up an industry revolution It’s not often that a new product introduced into the HVAC industry can be described as causing a revolution.

than a much heavier oxy acetylene set, and the cable tray we ran the pipework on was already populated with cables so we were at no risk of damaging existing works.

But that’s what is happening with ZoomLock, the new braze-free fittings system for copper tubes, recently introduced into the UK by air conditioning and ventilation distributor Greenmill.

Installers are clamouring to try the product, which uses a specially-designed crimping tool to join copper tubes together, leaving clean joints which have been proven under rigorous testing to be leak proof.

“It’s such a simple system that when installers get their hands on it and try it out, they have no hesitation in buying. It’s so cost-effective, it quickly pays for itself,” said Bruce Miller, Managing Director of suppliers Greenmill.

With ZoomLock, no welding, gas, nitrogen purging, fire spotters or hot work permits are needed. It gives you more flexibility in terms of where and when you can work. Tests have shown it cuts time and labour required for a job by up to half, improving productivity and profitability.

It’s the time-saving element which appeals to Simon Boley, from DAQS Air Conditioning, “And time is money! If we don’t have to spend an

“We saved thousands of pounds on labour, accommodation and material plus there was no time ‘wasted’ in obtaining hot works permits or 1 hour fire watches. In addition we were able to start our next job four days earlier, increasing our turnover and profitability as a company.” hour in the morning getting a hot work permit from the site office and an hour in the evening going and signing off our hot work permit, that’s two hours a day already saved for just one engineer.

“Plus there’s the time-saving element of using ZoomLock itself. You don’t have to wait for anything to heat up or cool down with ZoomLock you’re ready to start straight away.”

“I’d go so far as saying that ZoomLock is revolutionary,” said Paul Dougan from Independent Air Conditioning. “We’ve recently done a job in eight days using ZoomLock which previously would have taken 12 using the traditional brazing method.

“The pipework was four metres off the floor so it was safer to work with the ZoomLock tool

ZoomLock has also won the support of Daikin, Mitsubishi & Fujitsu and a training programme with certification is also provided.

Earlier this year, ZoomLock – which uses patented technology – picked up the 2016 AHR Expo Innovation Award in the Tools and Instruments Category in the U.S. It is part of the new G-flow Concept range of products and services from Greenmill, offering faster and easier installations to save customers’ money.

ZoomLock is available for purchase or lease from Greenmill; email: zoomlock@greenmillac.com or call: +44 (0)1206 864467. For further information about ZoomLock, visit: www.greenmillac.com or view the video at: https://youtu.be/TIBUzzXCoEY

Solutions to Happy, Healthy Homes ESS Ventilation is based in Bordon, Hampshire and cover London and South East. With a team of dedicated specialists in ventilation, condensation and mould.

Preferred installer of choice across London and the South East, we are renowned for our leading range of premium quality ventilation equipment, working with several major manufacturers.

With over 15 years experience, our engineers are all qualified to BPEC standards in installations, commissioning and servicing of different ventilation units suitable for corporate and home usage.

As an industry expert, ESS can suggest which ventilation systems are most suitable for individual applications. A properly ventilated house will not just keep the occupant happy, it will also help care for the building itself. A poor system will make a residence feel draughty or airless due to the moisture being retained and the inadequate air flow, which will in turn lead to dampness and a build-up of indoor air pollutants from

household products. You can prevent these problems from occurring by contacting ESS today and investing in a dependable ventilation system that will enable you to control your property’s fresh air flow effectively and securely.

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Kitchens News

KBSA – The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association The KBSA brings together over 300 fully accredited, UK based independent retailers.

Each KBSA member is dedicated to upholding the Association’s high standards, and providing the expertise required to design and install a new or updated fitted kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or home office.

All KBSA members offer an extremely professional, bespoke and cost-effective service from design to installation, whilst introducing a wide range of high quality modern, traditional and luxury kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms or home offices.

Special requirements for people with physical challenges can be addressed with special cabinetry, surfaces and appliances.

The services of each KBSA member is

backed by either a ConsumerCare or ConsumerCarePlus Insurance Scheme, ensuring you can buy with confidence and obtain peace of mind during the installation.

The KBSA is a reputable and reliable company with all KBSA members taking full legal responsibility for all the work involved in the contract, including the fitting of units, plumbing (gas and water) and electrics.

For more information on KBSA, please call: +44 (0)1623 818808 or visit the website on: www.kbsa.org.uk

Building News

Pulsar lights the way for Bowman Chilled Stores

Electrical Training News

Bowman Chilled Stores in Spalding is a family run business which has been established for over 50 years. Over the years Mr and Mrs Bowman had a strong influence in large scale horticulture ranging from daffodils and vegetables to cereals.

Mr Bowman decided to stop production and to convert existing buildings to refrigerated storage. This included the licence to store meat, fish and dairy produce. He decided to refurbish to industry leading standards to provide excellent services to his customers.

dramatically reduced the running cost of the chilled storage units, and significantly improving on the existing light levels.

The short lifespan of the existing 100 Metal Halide fittings were costing £1.200 a year to maintain and led to reduced light levels and production stoppages when light servicing and replacement were taking place. Pulsar’s maintenance free LED lighting upgrade eradicated all of these issues and their associated costs.

The final scheme consisted of 104 x UniBay130W fittings with 80 CRI at 5,000K including G90 glare control optics. The UniBay130 has multiple fixing options.

Pulsar’s lights reduced energy consumption by 70% and delivered a saving of £29,757 per year.

After visiting the site and preparing extensive light calculations, Pulsar Light created a scheme with the UniBay130 that

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NVQ 2356 & NVQ 2357 for JIB Gold Card We specialise in training of the NVQ 2356 and NVQ 2357 which will enable you to apply for your JIB grading (Gold Card).

These NVQs are completed online with our efficient and easy to use e-Portfolio system, OneFile.

This means that you can complete the NVQ at a time of your choosing and in the comfort of your own home. Most people comfortably complete the NVQ between three and eight months.

You will be supported by a team of highly professional trainers and assessors who will provide you with support, advice and guidance on how to successfully complete the NVQ. You will also receive one remote site assessment wherever you are working and this assessment contributes towards the completion of your NVQ. See some of the testimonials we have received from candidates who have already completed their NVQ with XS Training and have now received their JIB Gold Card.

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Furniture, Interiors & Landscaping News

The Ultimate Space-Saver New homes in England are the smallest in Europe. As families have to squeeze themselves into a house or apartment they can afford to live in, compromises have to be made. Often these are in the bedrooms.

UK Housing Standards state that the minimum size of a single bedroom has to have a floor area of at least 7.5m2 and is at least 2.15m wide. Whilst that provides ample room for young children who spend little time awake in their bedroom, the problem really comes when the children become teenagers. With no space for a desk or adequate storage they are forced to study and socialise elsewhere in the already cramped home.

A similar problem faces mature couples who have decided to downsize, perhaps to help their children progress up the housing ladder. They want a private room such as a study or hobby room, yet they also need an occasional guest room for visiting family.

Space-saving products are therefore inevitably in increasing demand.

One of the most unique and ingenious of these is the StudyBed. As seen on many UK TV Programmes, including George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces, it can transform a small room.

The StudyBed incorporates a bed and a

desk in the same footprint and, because everything stays in place, thanks to a patented mechanism, it can be converted from one to the other in a few seconds. So, a standard single bed AND a very large desk fit into a space of only 2.13m2. The standard double StudyBed fits into an area of just 3.17m2.

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Workware News

The Fashion Statement that really gets you seen Innovative and functional fashion takes a new form with GlowBeanie, stylish and comfortable coloured hats that are purposefully made to glow in the dark with a reflective thread.

Tailored to your requirements they are great to assist in the hi-vis environment and can add a splash of colour to the usual fluorescent yellow, as well as keep you warm.

GlowBeanie design and create glow in the dark beanie hats and other accessories in wool and cotton from an extensive colour range. Each product is custom made to order – people really appreciate this personalised service, which makes them unique. We even provide team specials (sets of 10 identical glow beanies at a discounted price) which enable customers to save over 10% – these are perfect for companies, clubs, sports teams and hen and stag parties.

We say if you are out training, on the school run, walking the dog, nipping to the shops, or just going from A to B, everyone needs a GlowBeanie – the fashion statement that

really gets you seen! But you don’t just have to take our word for it; in fact, we wish we had £1 for everyone that has said ‘what a good idea!’ the GlowBeanie is!

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THE BEANIE THAT GLOWS IN THE DARK The Fashion Statement That Really Gets You Seen!

Based in North Wales at the gateway to the Snowdonia National Park, GlowBeanie was established in 2014. We produce a variety of handmade accessories in different styles including the Moss, the Cable, the Stripe, the Cable Trim, the PomPom, the Slouchy and the Shorty.

Recently added to our range are the headbands, the neck gaiters and scarves, in both luxurious wrap around or skinny, and wrist warmers in the same styles.

• The GlowBeanie One, Moss and Cable are made of one colour • The Stripe can have stripes of up to 2 colours • The Cable Trim has a main colour with a contrasting colour trim • All of these can have a pom pom added to make a GlowBeanie PomPom • The Shorty is a shorter version of these, being approximately 16cm instead of 19cm depth • The Slouchy has added inches for extra trendiness.

See our colour range for choices. All are handmade using a super chunky wool with a reflective thread running through it which results in the beanie reflecting light and enabling it to glow in the dark.

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Design your own Chairs or Barstools with our App

LUXURY DORIS S ADJUSTABLE BARSTOOLS It is claimed that Doris Barstools are the most Comfortable Barstools in the World. ¼¼ 26 Colours of Real Leather

A Clever App has been created, which allows clients to design their own chairs or barstools.

¼¼ 30 Colours of Eco Leather ¼¼ 5 Different Barstool Bases

The App comes pre-loaded with: 20 Different Seats 10 Different Legs/Bases for Chairs 5 Different Bases for Barstools 7 Different upholstery Ranges.

This gives the client a vast range of options and the selection is visible immediately.

How to Design a Chair or Barstool The Design Process is extremely simple Just click on a Seat & a Base and the selection appears Some Seats do not fit some bases. Only Compatible components are visible Try clicking different seats and see the range of bases change Try clicking different bases and see the range of seats change 7 Upholstery Ranges All of the upholstery ranges are shown across the bottom on the left Click one range and the colours available in that range appear in the Centre of the Screen Click One Colour and the Seat Colour Changes

¼¼ Heavy Weighted Base for Stability ¼¼ Generous, Well Padded Seat for Long term comfort ¼¼ Shaped Back that supports and hugs you.

At the Left Border is a panel ‘Upholstery Preview’ Click this Panel for a close up view of the fabric selected Leg and Base Finishes The finishes for the legs/bases are shown at the bottom Centre of the Screen Click on the active image and all options appear Centre screen Click different wood or steel legs to see the options change Explanation of all Codes etc Go to: http://www.breakfastbarstools.co.uk/ design-your-own-chair-or-barstool-25-w.asp

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Seating made great in Britain

Rhubarb Healthcare

Based in Bicester, Oxfordshire, Rhubarb Solutions Limited are dedicated to providing high quality seating for every environment. Putting customers at the heart of everything they do, the wellestablished company believe everyone deserves comfortable, posture-friendly seating that respects the needs of our bodies.

Their exceptional portfolio consists of a quality range of Soft Seating, Office Task & 24 Hour Seating, Bariatric Chairs, Multipurpose Chairs, Industrial and Technical Seating and Beam Seating, is the result of substantial product innovation.

Rhubarb is continuously working to design, value engineer and manufacture all product ranges to ensure the best solution and price for customers.

The Education, Healthcare, Industrial & Technical, Office, Public Spaces and Hospitality sectors all benefit from these products, which are backed up with excellent support services. The fully trained and dedicated sales team are available to offer technical advice as well as a personal chair fitting service by appointment and the team are happy to supply spare parts including castors, bases and gas lifts.

Quality is the cornerstone of the business, and they strive to ensure their standards are second to none. Being straightforward, responsive, transparent and easy to do

business with, is what drives the business forward. They are friendly, approachable and believe in making a difference to each and every customer.

For more information contact Rhubarb Solutions on: +44 (0)1869 326300, email: sales@rhubarbsolutions.com or visit the website at: www.rhubarbsolutions.co.uk

Meeting all the seating demands of healthcare creating bespoke soft seating solutions wherever needed

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Building & Construction News

Declaration of performance is key to making the right Ironmongery Choice Every CE marked product under the Construction Products Regulation must have a Declaration of Performance (DoP) and relevant test data behind it. But, says Luke Piper, Managing Director at architectural ironmongers BJ Waller, not everyone in the industry is aware of the importance of DoPs. “We have had conversations with many architects where they don’t have much knowledge about DoPs, if any at all. Yet it’s impossible for an architect to have confidence in the hardware package specified for a project without this information. DoPs are a goldmine of information that provides the details to ensure each product will achieve the performance criteria required, making each product fit for purpose for your project.”

“It’s vital that architects make the right choices when choosing their ironmongery partners and specifying architectural ironmongery. There can be a number of products, sometimes from various manufacturers, that make up a complete ironmongery package for a project.

The test data and DoPs give architects the right information to specify the right

combination of components with confidence.”

“Finding this information can be time consuming for architects. BJ Waller is familiar with the DoP and test data for every product in its portfolio, in order to best assist its customers.”

“This is why our knowledge of products and their DoPs is a real benefit to architects and specifiers. We can advise exactly what hardware is best for the specification. We guide architects through the options, to make sure each product is right for your project.”

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Nationwide Traffic Solutions put their fundraising efforts into fifth gear Ellie-Mae and band The Acoustic State, photo booth courtesy of Blue Teapot Media, magician Danny Wadsworth, children’s activities, plus a silent auction and raffle.

The traffic management company’s ‘Lighthouse Day’ for their chosen charity The Lighthouse Club raised the fantastic sum of £1,180 - more than double their initial fundraising target of £500.

The treasure hunt sent teams from NTS’ Head Office, Kirton Lindsey, through surrounding North Lincolnshire villages to a ‘top secret’ location, revealed as Glanford Park, the home of Scunthorpe United FC. Fundraising continued at the venue with bacon butties provided by Scunthorpe café Maseys, live music from local singer

The treasure hunt winning team were neighbours Sue Blackburn and Kevin Burton from Waddingham, who completed the hunt in the fastest time and answered the most clues correctly. They were closely followed by Ami Russell and Donella Briggs in second place.

Event proceeds will be donated to The Lighthouse Club, who provides financial aid to construction workers and their families in crisis. As well as raising much needed funds, the event was held in response to the charity’s appeal to businesses to host their own ‘Lighthouse Day’ to celebrate its 60th Anniversary.

Contact T +44 (0)1652 640996 www.nationwidetrafficsolutions.co.uk

Save floor space, go vertical!

Vertical storage (toast racks) in manufacturing and distribution can be a valuable asset in creating space efficient work-areas. High volumes of inventory can be stored efficiently, even in sensitive environments where it is important to meet rigorous standards. For example in the pharmaceutical, health and beauty care sectors.

Toast Racks are an innovative storage solution that can recover up to 80% of the available floor space currently occupied by horizontal storage.

Delicate items designed for vertical positioning are most effectively stored and transported using mobile toast racks.

Vertical storage will not only reduce damage and eliminate wasted space, but with the addition of roller tracks at the base; provide easy mobility, reduce over-reaching and give staff access to products with minimal effort.

Toast racks can be assembled

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and configured to match specific requirements using a wide range of standard interchangeable components.

Solutions can be modified very quickly using basic tools with little or no additional capital investment.

This makes them the ideal solution for handling items where adaptability, flexibility and efficiency are required to support best practice and performance improvement.

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Professional, Financial Services & Facilities Management News

Custom Build – Community Group Self Build Stage release Funding Prior to sourcing funding have you thought, where are you are going to live when you start your project? For example the monthly rental payments or monthly mortgage payments will have an impact on your affordability calculation. Some lenders will accept you making upfront rental payments therefor you will not have an impact on your monthly income versus expenditure; however this will have an impact on your cash contribution to the construction project.

Picturing your dream home can be easy, and at Mary Riley Custom Build Funding (MRCBF) we recognise that funding that dream can prove to be a daunting task. For that reason, we provide dedicated independent funding advice and recommendations. We also coordinate the professional and financial service providers from start to finish of the build project. This helps you get on with the important matter of building whilst secure in the knowledge that the crucial financial aspects are being expertly project managed.

Services we offer: ää Self-Build

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Method of Construction? CHECK! All Design & Construction Methods will needs to be compliant with the current Building Regulations.

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Each Lender’s criteria are different, ensure they are aware of your build type and of the payment terms and conditions your supplier has stipulated.

Do not agree any payment schedule with your Builder/Build Material suppliers until you know how the Lender will release funds.

Total Project Costs/Budget Control: will need to be identified (Estimated) as you must demonstrate to the Lender that you will have sufficient funding ability and competence in place to complete the project. Some lenders require that you must work to a fixed build cost budget, ensure that you include a minimum of a 20% contingency built into your Build Costs.

Processing a Stage Release Mortgage: The time scale may take up to three months, lender dependent!

A ‘forensic’ analysis of all supporting document, in particular income and expenditure cross checking with entries on bank statements.

A Self-Build Mortgage; funding is released at key, identifiable stages during construction. Up to 6+ stages.

Some Lending Institutions lend on land purchase/existing property and at key stages during and on completion of the build project. This can vary from up to 60% to 90% of the purchase price or valuation the lower of the two and up to 90% of build costs or up to 75% of the growth in value of your build at key stages during construction. Other lending institutions do not lend on land however will lend at a later stage during the build period.

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Mary Riley Custom Build Funding is renowned within the Stage Release Funding sector for the huge emphasis placed on customer care. Clients can take great comfort from knowing that experience and unrivalled knowledge is being utilised. Client care is paramount. One of our main objectives is to eliminate as much stress as possible, enabling you as our client to get on with the important matter of furnishing your own home.

ää Stage Release Funding Mary Riley, Director Check your own affordability: Would your net monthly disposable income enable you to borrow funds based on a stress test rate of interest of up to 7.5% on a Capital and Interest Basis (Repayment) – Actual pay rate of interest may be between 4% – 7%; lender dependant? A mortgage will not be granted if it is deemed not to be Affordable and Responsible lending!

Please visit www.maryrileycustombuildfunding.co.uk | Tel: 01202 673456 | Email: maryriley@pfmassociates.co.uk

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Cash Contribution: mandatory you evidence your own cash contribution and or equity in property that you intend to inject into the project.

Have open dialogue with all your contributors to ensure the Lender’s stage release funding model is compatible you their payment terms. Cash Flow Management is critical.

Site Insurance and Structural Warranty A Bank or Building Society will not release initial funds until you can demonstrate that you have adequate Site Insurance and a10 year Structural Warranty Policy.

Research, Definition and Communication with all Associated Parties are Key Contributors to the Successful Construction of your New Home! Build Tomorrow’s Home Today!

Contact T +44 (0)1202 673456 enquiries@pfmassociates.co.uk www.maryrileycustombuildfunding. co.uk

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Roofing News

Helios takes Shape in the Cotswolds Alumen, the leading SMART and Schueco aluminium fabricator, is getting creative with its recently launched range of rooflights by manufacturing a unique octagon rooflight from its Helios range.

Alan Robinson, Alumen’s Managing Director says, “We have enjoyed great success with the new rooflight range. Our standard sizes are moving well through the website and we are getting a lot of enquiries for something a bit different and unique. As an experienced aluminium fabricator, with a heritage in manufacturing a wide range of products, we love a challenge and this bespoke request gave us the perfect chance to test the capabilities of the Helios design.

“The Helios is the contemporary square rooflight with a raised chamfered edge.

Available as fixed or with a smooth chain operated manual or electric opener, the options on size and shape are endless – as demonstrated in this unique project. This project required us to fabricate the rooflight into an octagon shape to form the centre of

the roof in a garden pavilion. The pavilion, part of a hand carved Cotswold stone building in a courtyard of outbuildings, will be used to hold chamber music concerts amongst other events.

“The rooflight itself was large spanning 2,387mm and weighing nearly 200kg. It had to be lifted into place using glass lifters and a crane, and despite the unpredictable weather we have been experiencing, was installed according to plan.”

For more information on this project and the full range of rooflight products please visit: www.alumen.co.uk

Raising the roof on industry standards Run by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors Limited (NFRC), is the Competent Person Scheme dedicated to compliant roof refurbishment. Their quality services allow professional roofing contractors to selfcertify that their roof refurbishment work complies with Building Regulations within England and Wales.

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 selfcertifying system.

“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.

“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 competence and health and safety practices, and an on-site inspection of work in progress. Members are then fully vetted and inspected a minimum of twice per year.

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

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

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Building News

Plug and Play LED lighting Timeguard is proud to introduce the NIGHTeye Plus range which takes the design and fuctionality of slimline driverless LED lighting to unprecedented new levels.

Electraflow Plus is available in two models: the Electraflow Plus Cartridge and the Electraflow Plus Combi, which can be easily configured to accommodate cartridges and sachets, allowing for quick and efficient dispensing.

Choose your floodlight, match it to the plug in wiring block with your choice of manual or integrated automatic photocell or PIR switching and you’re good to go.

Thin and beautiful – and tough Maximising the field of illumination is important when using LEDs for flood lights and, Timeguard’s prismatic lenses do just that. The reflector plates on these new lights are made of tough polycarbonate (the type of material you could throw a brick at) and you’ll notice that there is no clear glass window: the recessed reflector and diode lens are used to create new beautiful sleek lines.

There will be no rusting with the polycarbonate plate front lenses and reflector plates: they’ll look good for years.

The all-white models, with white casing and matching white reflector plates will hardly be seen when mounted on a white soffit board.

Reliability Branded quality is an assurance that

Cox Electraflow Plus The Cox Electraflow, already one of the industry’s most successful, professional applicators, moves on to the next level with the Electraflow Plus. Now, with a lighter 18V lithium-ion battery, the Electraflow Plus has even more power.

Its ergonomic design ensures that the Electraflow Plus provides the professional user with a perfectly balanced tool, capable of smoothly dispensing controlled beads of urethanes and other high-viscosity sealants and adhesives.

The new, more powerful Cox Electraflow Plus provides: 3.5kN of force for higher viscosity materials 18V Li-Ion battery for greater power and short recharge time (30 minutes for full charge) Speed rack of maximum 8mm/sec for higher material output Speed sensitive trigger to assist less experienced operators to bead into and around corners New soft touch rubber grips to improve operator comfort and tool support on inclined surfaces Variable 9 speed power dial to set application speed and control the rate of material output Designed and manufactured in the UK for guaranteed excellent quality Bespoke control board programmes

corners have not been cut on the circuitry.

Driverless or not, LEDs generate a lot of heat on start-up with the inrush current.

The 30,000+ hour life expectancies we all have of LED lighting these days are unlikely to be met if the circuitry is consistently overheating. So any design needs to incorporate a cooling mechanism. If the back’s smooth, with no cooling fins, then are you totally sure the product is designed to eliminate heat build-up. Perhaps it’s a case of buyer beware!

Yu can be sure that Timeguard’s PIRs have been tested and rated specifically for use with the LED – they too have to cope with inrush currents.

Easy installation Timeguard seems to have this covered.

Full size wiring terminals that are easy to terminate your cables into and a ‘loop out’ to other luminaires on the circuit. The cover has captive screws and there are two self-locking glands (supplied) designed specifically to maintain weather proofing for UK twin-and-earth cable. Even the wall brackets help with their easy hang design. It all adds up to simplicity for the installer, Flexibility and extendibility NIGHTeye plus is offered in black or white designs, with outputs of 10W (650L), 20W (1,400L), 30W (2,050L) and 50W (3,600L).

The plug-in PIR sensor and Photocell units

STANDARD AND BESPOKE ARCHITECTURAL ROOFLIGHTS AND ROOF GLAZING Available in many colours, with options in glazing which include the latest Thermally Efficient self cleaning glass.

You may require a simple Mono-pitch glass Rooflight, a large Lantern Light or a feature Orangery Glass Roof, all of which come with our renowned pre and post delivery service, which includes site surveys, detailed drawings and full nationwide installation, if required.

If you prefer your rooflight to be designed and supplied only, for installation by your builder, we are pleased to advise and provide detailed fixing instructions, along with telephone support to ensure speedy installation.

The same service is given to a single supply only rooflight, as it is to a substantial and complex feature installation, both being important elements to any project.

• ANY SIZE • ANY COLOUR • MANY GLAZING OPTIONS • ELECTRIC OR MANUAL VENTS • STRUCTURAL ALUMINIUM SECTIONS

For more information, please contact 0191 273 7738 sales@rooflight.co.uk | www.rooflight.co.uk

are rated to switch up to 140W of LED lighting giving you plenty of scope to build the system you need.

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are possible (at additional cost) Auto-reverse feature, which drives

the rack back automatically after dispensing to prevent material overflow Overload shut off protection to prevent damage to electronic and mechanical components when overloaded.

With the latest Li-ion battery technology, the Electraflow Plus can be charged at any time, it doesn’t have to be run empty first. All applicators are supplied with one battery as standard; additional batteries can be supplied on request at an extra cost – there are two capacities available: 1.5Ah (fitted as standard), or 3.0Ah which provides longer battery life.

For more information about Electraflow Plus Cartridge and Combi please visit: www.coxdispensers.com

COX Dose Control Cordless Dispenser Technology from Sulzer Mixpac (UK) Ltd

With over 50 years’ experience in manufacturing dispensers for single and dual component materials, the COX brand has stayed at the forefront of the industry by responding to changes in sealing and adhesive technology.

Collaboration with major chemical suppliers has enabled us as a manufacturer to develop innovative dispensing systems to meet changing demands.

Dual component chemical anchoring systems are now well established in the construction industry with multiple choices for architects and builders to select from; most of these systems rely on standard dispensing tools developed to suit the common packaging systems. With increasing use of these expensive materials, it is important to ensure the correct volume of material is used for each fixing. An insufficient amount and the anchor may not meet the design specification, ultimately compromising the installation with possible safety consequences. On the other hand, over application is wasteful and increases the

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installation cost for the contractor.

Recent developments in batterypowered single and dual component dispensers from Sulzer Mixpac (UK) Ltd include optional dose control embedded in the dispensing software. This new COX brand system delivers a consistent volume of chemical anchor each time the trigger is activated whilst still providing full speed control for precise application. A dose dial provides a range of adjustment to meet the application requirements.

These powerful battery applicators give the user full portability onsite, enabling high productivity improvements with up to 80 cartridges possible between battery charges. www.sulzer.com/en

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All Round Knee Protection from Redbacks Redbacks Cushioning Limited, the manufacturers of the World’s only patented, ‘leaf-spring,’ nonfoam or gel kneepads, offers a 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 giving added protection against back and neck pain.

Contact T +44 (0)1327 702104 sales@redbackscushioning.com www.redbackscushioning.com

IMI’s intelligent control valve system saves money and energy

F ENGEL – Experts in Textile Solutions Ever since its establishment in 1927, F.Engel has been producing specialist textiles of the highest quality. The family-run Danish business was originally founded by Mr Carl J. Engel Senior and is currently managed by the fourth generation of the Engel family, having gone from strength to strength over its many decades in operation.

Mark McBrayne, who is the UK Sales and Marketing Manager for F.Engel, sums up his company’s policies, “Basically we sell the workwear you need – be it traditional, modern or specially certified, for almost any type of working environment,” he said. “Our growing success is down to our constant program of

The ENGEL ‘Light’ Jacket 1270-740-4020

development as well as a firm conviction to stand on our tradition to never compromise on producing the highest quality products.”

“As a privately owned family company we are able to offer flexible solutions and we really care about our customers’

needs. Our workwear is constantly being adapted to meet market demands, and in addition to our popular leading ranges, we can also produce bespoke items to suit clients’ requirements (which can include branding and logos of their choice). Our high stock holding and fast delivery service differentiates us from our competitors, as does our firm commitment to protect the environment however we can.”

For more information on F.ENGEL workwear visit: www.f-engel.com or www.fe.dk/en, email Mark McBrayne at: mmc@f-engel.com or telephone: +44 (0)7933 150197.

APC Architectural Mouldings: When reliability matters

IMI Hydronic Engineering has created a brand new solution to the problems caused by inaccurate control technology in heating or cooling systems.

Uncomfortable temperature oscillations, noisy systems, and expensive and unsustainable energy bills are all a thing of the past with the new TA-Modulator – a highly precise pressure independent balancing and control valve – in conjunction with a range of fully digitally configurable actuators TA-Slider. Together, their revolutionary technology delivers the exact amount of energy to ensure perfect comfort and reduced energy costs.

Temperature fluctuations and high energy consumption are often caused by oversized or undersized control valves, overflows or underflows, incorrectly set up pumps, and inadequate control valves that only deliver the necessary flow to reach the desired temperature and keep it stable. The results can have alarming effects on energy consumption – overheating by just one degree Celsius in winter increases the annual energy consumption by 6% to 11%. The figures for cooling systems are even more dramatic: one degree lower than necessary equates to a 12% to 18% increase in energy costs.

Energy demand and flow rate bear no linear relationship for cooling and heating coils. A flow rate of just 20% is required for an output of around

50%. Most air-conditioning systems are oversized to withstand a few peak days in the year – a flow rate of 100% is therefore only required in rare cases and so HVAC coils operate at a flow of just 25% for the majority of the year.

The TA Modulator from IMI has been designed using a valve with a uniquely shaped, patent-pending EQM characteristic. This allows it to accurately make the minimal corrections to the flow to keep the desired temperature stable. The valve provides a 600% larger working stroke than linear valves at the same flow rate, giving it an outstanding ability to control the flow almost to zero value.

The TA-Modulator from IMI is a Pressure Independent Balancing and Control Valve (PIBCV). The built-in pressure controller protects the valve against pressure fluctuations in the installation, keeps the temperature control highly stable, and minimises the number of actuator movements, prolonging its longevity. It also protects the installation against overflows, provides automatic hydronic balancing, simplifies commissioning and saves pumping costs up to 40%.

In contrast to most competitor products the TA-Modulator is able to measure both the pressure and the true flow through the valve. It is therefore easier to correctly adjust the pumps in order to minimize energy costs or to locate and rectify any errors or malfunctions in the entire system.

Contact T +44 (0)1582 866377 sales.uk@imi-hydronic.com www.imi-hydronic.com/en

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Associated Plastic Components Ltd recently moved into a new 30,000 sq ft manufacturing unit dedicated to our growing range of maintenance free building products. Managing Director Ron Beecroft who founded APC in October 1993 said thanks to our dedicated team of skilled craftsmen many of whom have worked for APC from the outset help our range of bespoke building products to continually grow. Our design team work closely with our customers to develop new ideas saving installation time and money on site.

APC operate ISO 9001 quality assured systems with every product barcoded and tailored to meet customer requirements. After 23 years of continual manufacturing, our 10 year manufacturer warranty means you can have confidence your installation will last the extremes variations of our British weather.

has taken off dramatically since we achieved fantastic result from CGMA test approval.

a spray stone finishes giving them the realistic stone appearance at a fraction of the cost of real stone.

Our slogan (When Reliability Matters) is what we aim for as we manufacture one of the largest choice of building product in the country we can offer products in any Ral colour, any bespoke size, many one off customer designs developed using our in house pattern shop.

Please contact our sales team should you require further information.

Branded and unbranded Brochures and website facilities are available for customer use, Colour samples available upon request.

Simply we give you the choice to have something different from the norm. We are also offering products in a variety

Many of our standard items are held in stock for next day delivery throughout the UK. Bow window canopies have always been popular but we are doing more bespoke bay tops in varicose fascia designs with rolled lead look tops. Realistic over door canopies, Porticos and door surrounds are fitted everywhere around the UK and the development of our bespoke fully insulated Dormer pod modules

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Contact T +44 (0)1482 783631 sales@apcmouldings.co.uk www.apcmouldings.co.uk

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Heron Way Consultants successfully exhibited at the North England Build Show in April 2016 at Manchester Central. We were proud and surprised to be the only company offering finance to build properties. Maybe this highlights the amount of interest that the banks are showing in this sector!

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Specialists in building restoration

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Masonry Protection actively impregnates and bonds to mineral surfaces such as brick, stone and concrete. By creating a strong but invisible protective surface, water is repelled, protecting against rain penetration, dirt, algae, pollution, oil and other surface contaminates with a ‘lotus effect’ self cleaning action. masonry protection treatment not only protects, but actively maintains original colour and look of building structures, whilst allowing masonry to breathe naturally. increases thermal efficiency of structures giving energy saving benefits in dwelling space heating.

Please visit: www.rapierstar-protect.com Tel: 01260 223311 | Email: info@rapierstar-protect.com

• Innovative new SuDS system • Ultra low discharge SuDS device • Peak discharge as low as 0.05 Litres/sec per plot • Simple to install, very low maintenance.

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The Flexible Coatings Company Thermaset Ltd have established an enviable UK-wide reputation for innovation and excellence in the formulation and manufacture of thermosetting powders for electrostatic application. Established in 1984, our success has always been based on the principal that our customers’ problems are our opportunities.

Like many companies, we had humble beginnings, but we have grown and thrived in an increasingly competitive market place by maintaining the exact same focus on customer service we had on day one. For our customers, this has meant security in the knowledge that we provide the right solutions at the right time – no matter what the request. The expertise of our personnel in powder coating spans over 30 years. ✔✔ Widest stock range in the UK ✔✔ Over 100 years colour matching experience ✔✔ UK wide technical sales force ✔✔ Next day delivery for stock items.

T 01827 55777 F 01827 53773 E info@thermaset.co.uk W thermaset.co.uk A Thermaset Ltd, Claire Works, Anders, Lichfield Road Industrial Estate, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7TA, United Kingdom

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