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FUTURE CONSTRUCTOR & ARCHITECT

ISSUE 122

APRIL 2020

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his month, I’m starting all Cross Platform Media titles with the same message. I want to open this issue firstly by wishing you all well. I do hope the consequences of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have not struck too hard; whether they be health-related or, indeed, financial. Much of us have adopted a work-fromhome strategy in recent weeks to stop the spread of COVID-19; however, understandably, remote working isn’t an option for all. In this month’s issue, we’ve talked to Tina Chander, Head of the Employment Team at leading Midlands law firm, Wright Hassall, for her Coronavirus advice for employers. Here, Tina highlights everything you need to know about keeping staff’s wellbeing front of mind and operating during these difficult times. Turn to page 24 to read up on her advice. Meanwhile, on page 07, we’ve scrolled through the pages of Twitter to bring you COVID-19 responses from the general public, and examples of how practices are spreading working-fromhome positivity amongst their workforces.

As part of our commitment to keep you abreast of the latest news, trends, projects and legislation within the industry, we’d love to hear from you about the pressure COVID-19 has placed on your practice. Visit https:// bit.ly/3bqxD7j to share your experience with us so we can measure the pressure this has placed on the sector and bring you the information that our industry requires in these unprecedented times. Furthermore, If you would like to offer advice to your peers, we are accepting COVID-19-related article submissions. Please send any proposals across to rebecca@crossplatformmedia.co.uk. I hope you enjoy this issue. Don’t forget, you can also access all of the magazine’s features, product news and supplier information on FC&A’s userfriendly and engaging website. Fully responsive, the website allows you to read all the latest stories on-the-go either on your phone or tablet. Simply search www.fca-magazine.com.

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APRIL CONTENTS

NEWS

INDU ST RY U PDAT E S :

VOICE OF T HE I N DU S T RY:

LEGAL & B U S I NE S S :

FC&A rounds up this month’s industry news, including awarded contracts, completed projects and much more.

“We urgently need to consider how we reimagine, recycle and reuse plastic,” says Charlie Ayers, Managing Director & Founder at SureCav in his article on addressing our plastic problem within the construction industry.

Tina Chander, Partner and Head of the Employment Team at leading Midlands law firm Wright Hassall, looks at the disruption COVID-19 has caused business so far.

PORTFOLIOS

THE SHE D, DI L L E R S C OF I DI O + RE N F RO: The Shed is an innovative 200,000ft2 structure designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro as lead architect, and Rockwell Group as collaborating architect. What makes the building so intriguing is its ability to physically transform via a telescopic effect.

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As more and more offices open up to the idea of employee wellbeing through light-filled, open-plan spaces; workplace noise pollution is becoming a common denominator for today’s businesses. Learn how to reduce reverberation time in open-plan spaces with Soundtect’s advice.

In our industry of ever-evolving rules and regulations, it’s often a challenge to keep up with changing Building Regulations. In this article, Vortice’s Kevin Hippey looks at the alterations to Parts L and F and explains how ventilation manufacturers like Vortice are pushing the boundaries of IAQ within homes.

Whilst the popularity of open-plan spaces increases within commercial buildings, it’s essential to specify the correct passive fire solutions for such open spaces. Learn how fire curtain systems are growing in popularity amongst specifiers within these areas.

Underfloor Heating

Are you considering underfloor heating for an upcoming project? From extensions and new-builds to retrofit projects, find out why this discreet heating solution is becoming a must-have within the residential sector.

Heritage:

This month, two fenestration leaders, Selectaglaze and The Sash Window Workshop, impart their knowledge on window specifications for listed buildings.

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INDUSTRY UPDATES

INDUSTRY U P D AT E S FC&A ROUNDS UP THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS AND UPDATES

GPAD SECURES PLANNING FOR NEW WORKSPACE BUILDING ON ICONIC CLERKENWELL GREEN Award-winning architectural practice gpad london and developer Maurice Investments have secured planning permission for a new office building at 2-7 Clerkenwell Green, Islington.

pad’s design is for a contemporary warehouse with a brick frontage and copper-clad mansard roof, sensitive to the conservation area. When complete, the building will boast 23,048ft2 of prime workspace spread over seven floors. Not only will the building have an improved relationship to the street, but it will also offer vastly improved

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accessibility, energy efficiency and sustainability with the building set to achieve BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and the WELL Building Standard. Commenting on the planning approval, Charles Bettes, Managing Director at gpad, said: “We’re a retrofit-first practice, opting for refurbishment over new build whenever feasible. The

building at Clerkenwell Green, however, would need extensive adaptation and likely need to be replaced by a new build in the not too distant future; therefore, it’s more sustainable to address the problems now. “Our plan delivers not only a better looking, more considered building, it’s also much more energy-efficient, and space is much better 6

used. This will offer improved longevity and flexibility, while being a positive addition to the character of the conservation area and the street.” As part of the proposed design, the ground floor will offer workspace accommodation to SMEs. There will also be three roof terraces, cycle storage and showers.

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TWEETS HERE, FC&A LOOKS AT THE SECTOR’S SOCIAL MEDIA RESPONSES TO COVID-19, ITS IMPACT ON THE INDUSTRY, AND HOW PRACTICES ARE SPREADING POSITIVITY WHILST WORKING FROM HOME. NAHB Urges Members to Donate N95 Masks to Fight Coronavirus http:// nahbnow.com/2020/03/ nahb-encourages-membersto-heed-administrations-callto-donate-masks-to-fightcoronavirus/ #Construction #Roofing #Coronavirus #N95masks #N95

Our main concern at ABW is the safety and wellbeing of our team and customers. With that in mind, we are following current advice in regards to COVID-19, and have moved to working mostly remotely, with a limited presence in office

– @NAHBhome

@BAMConstructUK has paused work on all UK building sites from today to carry out detailed reviews of working practices needed to reduce the risks of Covid-19 #COVID19 #Construction

Hello from our teams currently #workingfromhome! Although we’ve switched desks for kitchen tables and moved our meetings online, it’s still very much #businessasusual here at Buttress as we remain connected, continuing to deliver for our clients

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Our products are now being used for #NHSNightingale The conversion of the London ExCeL into a hospital for the incredible NHS! Fantastic work by the #Unistrut team yesterday, thank you to all involved in this inspiring project #UKMFG #NHS #COVID19 #Construction

Wishing health and safety to all at this time #CODVID19 I am lucky I work in a home office so am able to continue with drawing for clients and taking calls and emails

The current situation within the #NHS is unprecedented. But we are fighting it – you can help us at this time and #BeSafeAtHome #StaySafeAtHome avoid burns injury and reduce workload to the NHS. Allow us to continue to fight and beat #COVID19 #BurnsSafety @BritishBurn @BAPRASvoice

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Team rg+p working from home week 2... more home desks, conference calling, training the next generation, and support animals! #wfh #staysafestayhome #deskswithaview #homegym #coffeetime #stationery

Technicians at UEA are now producing 500 litres of hand sanitiser a day to support #NHS partners - thanks to the support of local distillery @Adnams #COVID19 – @uniofeastanglia

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From 25th March, we, like the rest of the UK, are adhering to government guidance and many of our sites and offices are now closed. Only essential safety & security work continues

Thank you to the 3,986 nurses who have already applied to return to nursing. Your support for our #NHS as we fight #COVID19 is hugely appreciated. – @Helen_Whately

A shout out to the ladies @ONeills1918 as work begins making scrubs for our #NHS staff. This clothing will protect & save lives. As the orders come in it’s hoped those who lost their jobs last week will all be back to work soon. #COVID19 #UTV

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As things get tense within the #NHS please remember to be kind to each other. Staff and volunteers are doing an amazing job so let’s remind ourselves of that Hospital #COVID19

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Thanks to the monumental work of @bondbryan ICT dept, and aided by @GRAPHISOFT, 96% of our staff across 4 offices are now working from home... and we’re still working on options to get the remaining few up and running

It is totally unacceptable of the Government to expect #NHS staff to put themselves at risk of serious illness – or even death – by treating highly infectious #COVID19 patients without wearing proper protection

Having fought on the #FrontLines of Afghanistan, I am now fighting on the #FrontLines of the UK to defend my fellow #Brits from an invisible enemy which is going to KILL 1000s #COVID19. If my fellow #NHS team can risk their lives to save yours, the least u can do is #StayAtHome

– @TheBMA

Pretty much every Friday since Triangle Architects was founded, our staff have enjoyed 4pm wine time. Today is the first Friday we’ve ever done it digitally. It’s been a challenging week for a lot of companies but we can all adapt and react to the situation. Stay positive!

I am increasingly worried about rate at which we are losing frontline staff to quarantine (something that will only be exacerbated by childcare issues now schools are closed). @MattHancock and @NikkiKF we need rapid #COVID19 testing for #NHS staff and contacts. And we need it now

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#MichaelSorkin, visionary #architect, educator, critic, has died #coronavirus #COVID19 – @frankmottek 7

#COVID19 Voluntary service has probably not been so popular since WW2. I hope that this popularity continues once we’re through these challenging times. Many organisations, charities and the #NHS would love to count on our support long term. #COVID19 – @BigWoofa

Nursing students are being asked to make a vital contribution at this time of national emergency. Your unions, @unisontheunion @theRCN @unitetheunion will stand with you and support you all the way. #COVID19 #NHS – @docfawcett Every day hundreds of people die prematurely due to #diabetes and chronic disease, but no-one notices. Why has it taken #COVID19 to make us realise that we need to be innovating rapidly in the #NHS to #savelives. After 20 years, I am finally allowed to email my patients – @docdebbie Just before #lockdown we packed our cars with p.c.s, printers, shelving etc to continue to work from home. We are now spread across 150 miles, and may be a little slower to respond than normal, but we are all here #architect #dundee #covid19” – @ajfitchet

The single most important action we can all take in fighting #COVID19 (coronavirus) is to stay at home in order to protect people and save lives. #fitouttop500⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ #plastering #drylining #construction #building #interiors #plasteringLondon – @PWBDrylining

OpenStreetMaps have recently updated the name of the #ExcelCentre in #London to #NHSNightingale. A big thank you for everyone working tirelessly in Hospitals up and down the Country as we stay at home to stop the spread of this vicious virus. Take care and stay safe all. – @AndrewJacklin FC&A – APRIL – 2020

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ARC H IT EC T I N P RO F I LE As Associate Director at gpad london, David Walker has had a colourful and varied career. Graduating from Sheffield University during a recession, he then moved to Budapest for a couple of years and Berlin for three more, working for Daniel Libeskind. Here, David talks to FC&A about his diverse career. GPAD LONDON

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DAVID WALKER is Associate Director at gpad london Please tell us a bit about your career background After working for Libeskind, I took a Master of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge before moving to London. After 22 years here, working for great practices, I still feel itinerant.

What has been your most notable project to date? I go by the philosophy of glancing back and staring forward so in that spirit, my most notable project is yet to come. I’m working on several exciting jobs for gpad at the moment – watch this space. How do you approach your projects? People first. That applies to all aspects of architecture, including the design process. I enjoy playing with light, space, volume and materiality; however, humans are what really fascinates me. How they perceive, interact with and are influenced by the built environment.

Had you always wanted to pursue a career in design? My childhood dream was to be a painter (canvases, not walls), but pragmatic parents shrewdly guided me towards architecture. I’m grateful to them as I’ve found it an extremely fulfilling career, allowing me to experience so many exciting challenges.

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What do you think is the greatest challenge for designing in sustainability? Most clients will agree with the principles of reducing carbon emissions; however, there can be a reluctance to commit to acting responsibly towards the environment in the face of finances. We often need to encourage them by demonstrating the commercial benefits to a more sustainable approach.

Who has been your greatest influence and source of inspiration? My boss and mentor in Budapest was a man called Salamin Ferenc. He had a calm, measured dignity that’s always stuck with me. His approach to design, to the environment, his clients and colleagues was exemplary and ahead of its time. I draw inspiration from different disciplines, not always architecture. Literature was a big influence in the early part of my career, and I still find written descriptions of space highly evocative.

What is your favourite building and why? The Neue National Gallery in Berlin by Mies van der Rohe. It’s where my wife and I went on our first date. It’s a great building, too, of course. 8

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architects today? There are so many; it’s hard to pick one. The climate crisis is the most urgent, but we’re also responsible for creating cities that reflect our highest values. Upholding these ideals against everyday difficulties can be tremendously tough. What do you think is the greatest challenge for architecture students at the moment? The profession still suffers from a wide gap between the conceptual approach of some schools and the decidedly pragmatic approach in the workplace. Students have to balance the two sometimes opposing worlds while creating great architecture. What advice would you give to newly qualified architects? Never stop. You’ll never know everything, so just relax and learn. What can we expect to see from gpad london over the next year? 2020 is going to be a really exciting year for us. We have many new larger-scale projects beginning, and we’re also recruiting new talent to support this growth.

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THE SHED, DILLER SCOFIDIO + RENFRO

A WORK OF ART The Shed is a non-profit cultural organisation that commissions, develops and presents original works of art across all disciplines for all audiences. Its building – an innovative 200,000ft2 (18,500m²) structure designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro as lead architect, and Rockwell Group as collaborating architect – can physically transform to support artists’ most ambitious ideas. DILLER SCOFIDIO + RENFRO

ts eight-level base building includes two levels of gallery space; the versatile Griffin Theater; and The Tisch Skylights, which comprise a rehearsal space, a creative lab for local artists and a skylit event space. The McCourt, an iconic space for large-scale performances, installations and events, is formed when The Shed’s telescoping outer shell

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is deployed from over the base building and glides along rails onto the adjoining plaza. The Shed’s open infrastructure can be permanently flexible for an unknown future and responsive to variability in scale, media, technology and the evolving needs of artists. Here, FC&A takes you on a tour of the architecturally striking arts centre.

Acoustics/audio/visual consultant: Akustiks Theatre consultant: Fisher Dachs Structural steel fabricator: Cimolai ETFE fabricator: Vector Foiltec Code consultant: Code Consultants, Inc. Vertical transport consultant: Van Deusen & Associates Security consultant: Ducibella Venter & Santore Graphic design and wayfinding: Other Means Facade maintenance: Entek Engineering Waterproofing: James R. Gainfort AIA Consulting Architects PC Specifications: Construction Specifications Inc. Project cost: $404m (construction hard costs)

Lead architect: Diller Scofidio + Renfro Collaborating architect: Rockwell Group Owner’s representative: Levien & Company Construction manager: Sciame Construction, LLC Structural design, facade engineering and kinetic engineering services: Thornton Tomasetti MEP and fire protection consultant: Jaros, Baum & Bolles (JB&B) Kinetic systems consultant: Hardesty and Hanover Energy modelling consultant: Vidaris Lighting consultant: Tillotson Design Associates

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30th Street lobby The main entrance to The Shed is on the north side of West 30th Street via an 8000ft 2 (743m²) lobby, nestled under the High Line. The lobby features a bar (Cedric’s at The Shed), a shop (McNally Jackson at The Shed) and ticketing area. Loading docks with two full truck berths and a large freight elevator are located on street level, accessible from 30th Street to the east.

Mezzanine level The entrance on the north side of The Shed provides convenient access to the 34th Street Hudson Yards subway station. It features a coat check and provides access to the lobby.

The McCourt and plaza (level 2) When needed, the telescoping shell can deploy from its nested position over the base building, and glide along rails onto the adjoining plaza.

The McCourt When the movable shell is deployed from the base building it creates The McCourt, a 17,000ft 2 (1600m²), light-, sound- and temperature-controlled space for large-scale performances, installations and events. The McCourt can accommodate an audience of approximately 1250 seated and more than 2000 standing; flexible overlap space in the two adjoining galleries of the base building allows for an expanded audience of up to 3000. The shell’s entire ceiling operates as an occupiable theatrical deck with rigging and structural capacity throughout. Large operable doors on its north and east sides allow The McCourt to function as an open-air pavilion. The McCourt can be combined with the adjacent gallery on level 2 to create a nearly 30,000ft 2 (2,715m²) contiguous space.

The plaza When the movable shell is nested over the base building, the 20,000ft 2 (1860m²) plaza will be open public space that also can be used for outdoor programming; the eastern facade can serve as a backdrop for projection with lighting and sound support. A large-scale, sitespecific work by Artist Lawrence Weiner (b. 1942) is embedded in the plaza, serving as a walkable outdoor area when the shell is nested over the fixed part of the building, or as the base of The McCourt when the shell is extended to the east. The 20,000ft 2 (1860m²) work is titled ‘IN FRONT OF ITSELF’ and features the phrase in 12ft-high letters. The plaza is equipped with a distributed power supply for outdoor functions. Oversized deliveries can be brought by truck up Hudson Yards Boulevard and loaded directly onto the plaza and into the base building or the shell when deployed. FC&A – APRIL – 2020

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The Shed’s telescoping outer shell is deployed from over the base building and glides along rails onto the adjoining plaza

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Level 2 gallery and level 4 gallery The Shed features two expansive and flexible, column-free galleries on levels 2 and 4 of the base building, totalling more than 25,000ft 2 (2340m²) of museum-quality space with 19ft-high (6m) ceilings. Operable east-side walls can conjoin the galleries with The McCourt to accommodate space or seating needs.

The Kenneth C. Griffin Theater (level 6) An 11,700ft 2 (1080m²), soundisolated black box space can be used as a single large theatre with 500 seats or subdivided into two smaller theatres that can host concurrent events. Direct access to the large freight elevators allows for easy production load-in/load-out.

The Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch Skylights and The Tisch Lab (level 8) Level 8 features a 1700ft 2 (160m²) creative lab for local artists, a 3300ft 2 (305m²) rehearsal space and a 9500ft 2 (880m²) flexible, multipurpose event space.

Back of house (level 1 and lower levels) The Shed’s back-of-house spaces, which include offices, mechanical spaces, dressing rooms and storage, are located on level 1 and the lower levels of the residential tower to the west, 15 Hudson Yards (designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro as lead architect, and Rockwell Group as lead interior architect). This allows the bulk of The Shed’s base building to be devoted to programmable space for art.

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Movable shell The Shed’s 120ft-tall (37m) movable shell is made of an exposed steel diagrid frame, clad in translucent cushions of a strong and lightweight Teflon-based polymer, called ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This material has the thermal properties of insulating glass at a fraction of the weight. The Shed’s ETFE panels are some of the largest ever produced, measuring almost 70ft (21m) in length in some areas. The Shed has an energy-conscious design using a radiant heating system within the plaza construction and a variable forced air heating and cooling system serving the occupied portions of the shell for maximum efficiency. The building is designed to achieve LEED ‘Silver’ certification and to exceed New York’s energy codes by 25%, which is required of all new buildings on city-owned land or using city-provided funds. Despite the Shell’s two-million-cubic-foot interior, only the lower 30% will need to be temperature controlled. The plaza has a radiant-heat floor plate.

Kinetic elements The Shed’s kinetic system is inspired by the industrial past of the High Line and the West Side Rail Yard. Based on gantry cranes commonly found in shipping ports and railway systems, the kinetic system comprises a sled drive on top of the base building and bogie wheels guided along a pair of 273ft-long (83m) rails on level 2 (plaza level).

Bogie wheels The movable shell rests on six large bogie wheel assemblies – four singleaxle and two double-axle bogies. The bogie wheels measure 6ft in diameter and are made of hardened forged steel. The weight of the shell is spread across the bogies, each of which carries more than one million pounds on a surface area approximately the size of a pair of human hands.

Motors The sled drive, housed on the roof of the base building, is a rack-andpinion system with 12, 15-horsepower motors, totalling 180 horsepower (for comparison, a Toyota Prius develops 134 horsepower). The deployment of the shell takes five minutes at a peak speed of a ¼ mile per hour. The system is run by a secure wireless remote and back-up hardware controls.

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VOICE OF THE INDUSTRY

ADDRESSING OUR PLASTIC PROBLEM Last month’s report from Government-funded research group, Energy Systems Catapult (ESC), should serve as a wake-up call for UK business and industry. The ambition to go carbon-neutral by 2050 is, as the document concedes, achievable, but only if we act dynamically and radically, writes Charlie Ayers, Managing Director & Founder at SureCav. SURECAV

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hile the report focuses predominantly on energy, transport and agriculture, it’s important that we do not overlook the significant carbon impact of our built environment and ways in which we can make construction as sustainable as possible. As readers will no doubt be aware, the 2050 targets present huge ramifications for all involved in the sector, from architects and specifiers to engineers and building product manufacturers. It will require a significant sea change, and fast.

Tackling climate change is high on the Government’s list of priorities. This was recently evidenced by its decision to bring forward the ban on fossilfuelled road vehicles (ICE) by 2035 and phasing out new gaspowered boilers by next year. These green ambitions were reaffirmed in the recent budget. Fundamentally, it appears the intention is there; even if it lacks the necessary strategy to achieve it. From our perspective, a good place to start is how we make better use of the materials we build with. 20

An area which remains a constant thorn in the side of UK Plc is waste plastic. So far, a number of industries have led the way in terms of innovation, but the construction industry is lagging behind. We urgently need to consider how we reimagine, recycle and reuse plastic.

The bare necessities Of course, a good place to start would be an industry-wide audit and evaluation on what classifies as essential plastics and to place much more emphasis on the use of recyclable materials.

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To achieve this, we will need to win the hearts and minds of building product manufacturers as much as the developers purchasing their systems and solutions. Next, and a slightly easier task to achieve, we need to consider how we repurpose recyclable plastics, from piping offcuts to workers’ water bottles.

Round and round Since founding SureCav just over 15 years ago, I’ve been a passionate advocate of the circular economy and have found new ways to give high-impact, non-sustainable materials like waste plastic a new lease of life as low-impact ecologically-friendly ones. Equally, we need to look at ways in which we can upcycle certain products and design out others. Concrete, which has a very high carbon

footprint, is one which immediately springs to mind. The UK architectural community has an opportunity and a duty to act now, becoming a catalyst for change across the whole of UK business and industry.

This is as much about educating the builders’ merchant and contractor as it is about the architect and specifier. It’s only with joinedup thinking that we can phase high-polluting materials from the construction process.

Designing out

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Fostering a greater understanding of ‘designingout’ redundant materials from the procurement process is critical; non-recyclable plastic being a very good example. Equally, where substitutions occur in the construction journey, we need to ensure safe but sustainable solutions complying to the letter with regulations but also graded according to their carbon impact. I.e. if it scores over a certain threshold, it’s not fit for use on a given project.

Fundamentally, we cannot keep drawing on natural resources indefinitely, and we need to think of how better to reuse what we already have. Last year, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation published a report titled ‘Circular Economy In Cities: Making Buildings with New Techniques that Eliminate Waste and Support Material Cycles’. Here, the organisation makes a compelling case for the strategic sourcing of materials. Importantly, it promotes the use of locally sourced materials and keeping products in use continually to reduce virgin 21

material demand. This could include everything from giving some materials a second life through recycling or salvaging undamaged and structurally sound materials from demolitions. It seems a better plan to me than have it all go to landfill or worse, fly-tipped. The potential benefits are myriad, aside from reducing the amount of resources we excavate and exploit, we will see a reduction in pollution from building product processing and construction. Equally, we will be reducing the amount of waste we generate, reducing pressure on landfill and ultimately, improving life quality for future generations. Ironically, if we are going to address the issue of waste plastic, we’re going to have to start thinking with a greater degree of plasticity.

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FLOORS, WALLS & CEILINGS

CUTTING THROUGH THE NOISE IN OPEN-PLAN OFFICES The working world has a love-hate relationship with open-plan offices – most of which centres around noise – however, the open-plan office concept is highly successful for several reasons. But how does it affect our wellbeing? SOUNDTECT

oise pollution is the primary cause of a reduction in productivity and can contribute to stress and illness, which can result in absenteeism and continuous turnover of staff. The typical noise level in an open-plan office is 65 dB, and shockingly that’s only 30 dB less than a lawnmower. Furthermore, background noise, even at low levels, has been found to increase stress levels and undermine short-term memory, reading comprehension and willingness to engage with others. On top of this, workers have been seen to be 60% less productive in a noisy office – which is a worrying statistic to any business owner. In recent years, studies have revealed that good exposure to natural light and outdoor views of nature reduces stress and boosts employee mental wellbeing and productivity; therefore, drapes and blinds have been removed from office spaces to allow ample inflow of natural light which will typically find staff healthier and FC&A – APRIL – 2020

working at high energy levels. And, while not every office in a building can be located close to a window, smart window designs and large open spaces promote more penetration of sunlight into the office spaces. However, along with this, office design has seen the removal of carpets for hard, easy-to-clean flooring. Still, as a result, there has been an increase in issues with noise. Whether it is a noisy restaurant, inherited office space, new extension, classroom or university canteen, the issue of reverberation and broken concentration is always only a conversation away. Removing soft flooring and fabrics to keep lines clean, the floor free and windows empty to let in as much light as possible may look fabulous when the finished building is empty but when you add people to these hard-walled areas and meeting rooms, this can easily lead to a cacophony of reverberant sound; which is, ultimately, stressful to work in. 22

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Many office buildings we reside in aren’t new; they aren’t built with acoustic glass or plasterboard, or cleverly designed to address the acoustics, and quite simply, the sound has nowhere to go. So apart from trickling through the smallest glass partition gap, under the door or through the air conditioning flue, perhaps – where it can spread to distract people working in other areas of the building – it will largely continue to bounce around inside a room making it incredibly difficult to listen, be heard and concentrate in, which will affect physical, mental and social wellbeing. Considering 70 million working days were lost to mental illness, costing £70 to £100bn to the UK economy last year, the impact this has on productivity and employees’ work ethic cannot be ignored. So, how do you make a room acoustically sound? Firstly, identify the various workstyles that are to be carried out and how each workstyle or department interact with each other. Position them to maximise communication, interaction and acoustic comfort – i.e. consider those that concentrate on detail and accuracy. Identify the recommended RT60 for the specific workstyles in each area and ensure that the attenuation properties of walls partitions are adequate. Therefore, considering acoustics at the planning stage is essential when embarking on an office refurbishment and the great news is, acoustic improvement products are no longer boring and hidden; they’re stylish, colourful and are used in a variety of applications – from meeting pods to partitions and decorative forms such as wall panels and ceiling enhancements.

Furthermore, you don’t necessarily need Class A solutions in offices and meeting rooms. Most of the energy in the human voice is centred between 300 Hz and 1500 Hz. It, therefore, makes complete sense that when it’s time to select the right acoustic panel for the task to select one that works within this range. Adding acoustic treatments can offer immediate relief from reverberant sound where both walls and ceilings can be fully utilised to grab those soundwaves and turn the rooms back into useable areas quietly and confidently. Ceiling baffles and rafts are a perfect solution, especially in this glasswalled era, catching the soundwaves that hit them and trapping them inside the products. Alternatively, there are numerous highly absorbent 3D panels on the market which will add not only vital absorption but also a real design element to the project as well. A recent project for a well-known financial giant recently used 3D wall panels to absorb vital reverberation in the meeting rooms whilst also adding a great feature to an otherwise simple design. Meanwhile, in the main break-out area, ceiling baffles were deployed to catch the sound bouncing around this populated area, keeping the noise levels low and contained. An environment which supports a healthy mental state can significantly improve students’ or employees’ work ethics, motivating them and promoting positive relationships as well as increasing productivity all round. 23

The bottom line is to think carefully when trying to improve your workers’ health. Noise absorption is just as important as light to a person’s wellbeing, and unless your building is as quiet as it is light, the roar of the people trying to use the beautiful spaces created will inevitably create more problems than it solves.

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LEGAL & BUSINESS

CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK’S IMPACT ON BUSINESS OPERATIONS The coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) has raised serious health concerns, with some countries imposing travel restrictions to tackle the spread of the illness. WRIGHT HASSALL

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n the UK, the Government has confirmed that workers will receive statutory sick pay from the first day off work to encourage sick employees to self-isolate. Naturally, this has raised more questions about sick pay and working from home.

Reducing the risk to employees The sensible course of action for employers to take at this stage is to note the advice given by official bodies and ensure that this is shared throughout the workforce. It may also be wise to designate an available space as an ‘isolation room’, to which sick employees could retire whilst calling NHS 111.

Other steps to take include: Update the contact numbers and emergency contact details of employees Ensure that managers are aware of the symptoms of the virus Disseminate information across management on issues such as sick leave and sick pay Ensure that facilities for regular and thorough washing of hands are in place Dispense hand sanitisers and tissues to employees. Given the advice around handwashing, it’s important that employers encourage their workforce to take extra care without the fear of being punished for taking slightly longer than usual.

What to do if an employee becomes unwell If an employee exhibits the symptoms of the virus, they should be removed from the proximity of other employees, placed in the designated ‘isolation room’ and encouraged to follow precautions. Uncertainty over the exact nature of the symptoms may lead to some employees coming to work despite having contracted the virus, without necessary feeling unwell. If this does happen, then an employer should contact the local Public Health England (PHE) health protection team, and they will discuss the details and outline any precautions which should be taken. FC&A – A P R I L – 2020

The position on sick pay If an employee is off sick with the virus then the legal situation regarding sick pay is the same as it is with any other illness; however, the employee is now entitled to statutory sick pay from the first day of work, not the fourth. The Government has stated that if NHS 111 or a doctor advises an employee or worker to self-isolate, then they should receive any statutory sick pay due to them or contractual sick pay if this is offered by the employer. In some cases, employees may be able to work from home while in self-isolation. However, in many cases, if an employee cannot attend their place of work, they will be unable to work. Ultimately, there is no obligation on an employer to allow an employee to stay away from work and, if the nonattendance causes issues or extends beyond an emergency precaution, then an employer is entitled to take disciplinary action.

No time to be divisive Employers must also take steps to ensure that no members of staff, customers or suppliers are treated differently because of their race or ethnicity. It may be appropriate to remind staff that jokes and banter can slip over the line to become unlawful harassment and/or discrimination, for which an employer may be liable. Employers can avoid liability by proving they have taken all ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent such behaviour, which includes providing training to all staff.

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HVAC & IAQ

THE FUTURE OF MECHANICAL VENTILATION PRODUCTS Awareness of the impact on human health of good indoor and outdoor air quality has risen over the past few years, and for ventilation suppliers, the focus for new product development has been on both energy efficiency and assisting in reducing pollutants in our indoor environment, writes Kevin Hippey, General Manager at Vortice. VORTICE

ue to be published in mid-2020, the latest set of Building Regulations (Parts L and F), which will come into force towards the end of this year, will include a major focus on energy consumption within new housing going forward. The simple extractor fans (System 1) will no longer be allowed in the upcoming Future Homes Standard. The 2019 Spring Statement included a commitment that, by 2025, we will introduce a Future Homes Standard for new-build homes to be future-proofed with low-carbon heating and world-leading levels of energy efficiency. This is part of our commitment to clean growth and our determination to be the first generation to leave the environment in a better state than we found it. This chapter sets out how we intend to improve energy efficiency standards in new homes as the roadmap to the Future Homes Standard. The Future Homes Standard builds on the Grand Challenge Buildings Mission to at least halve the energy use of new buildings by 2030. Both new and existing homes account for 20% of greenhouse gas FC&A – A P R I L – 2020

emissions in the UK. By making our homes and other buildings more energy-efficient and embracing smart and low-carbon technologies, we can improve the comfort and energy efficiency of people’s homes and boost economic growth while meeting our targets for carbon reduction. To meet the Future Homes Standard by 2025, industry will need to develop the necessary supply chains, skills and construction practices to deliver low-carbon heat, and highly energy-efficient new homes. The first steps in facilitating these changes are to provide a clear vision for implementing the Future Homes Standard and to set an ambitious uplift to the current energy performance requirements in the Building Regulations for new homes. The existing requirements already require good levels of energy efficiency, but we need to push further. We must ensure that new homes are future-proofed to facilitate the installation of lowcarbon heat, avoiding the need to be retrofitted later, and that home-builders and supply chains are in a position to build to the Future Homes Standard by 2025.

Introducing the Future Homes Standard by 2025 will ensure that the homes this country needs will be fit for the future, better for the environment and affordable for consumers to heat. The outcome of this change will mean that Mechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV), De-centralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) and Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) will be the only allowable ventilation systems within the latest Building Regulations once they are introduced. All new properties will be highly insulated, and any air leakages kept to an absolute minimum. With a whole house system like MEV and dMEV, the pollutants in the indoor air are removed. With MVHR, you have both the incoming and extracted air passing through filters so that all of the pollutants are removed from the dwelling. The big benefit of MVHR is that it brings fresh filtered air into the home to replace the extracted air. Should the home in question be in a city centre location where there could be high traffic flow, then ordinarily exhaust emissions from vehicles could 26

easily enter the home. However, with the correct filtration of the incoming air, almost all of the particulates from the exhaust emissions are removed before the air enters the property. Add to that the energy efficiency gained by passing the stale air which is ready to be extracted, over a heat exchanger in order to retrieve the heat and use it to warm the incoming air, and it’s a win-win situation. The UK Government has already adopted international agreements to reduce emissions of five harmful air pollutants (fine particulate matter, ammonia, nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, non-methane volatile organic compounds), but ventilation manufacturers like Vortice have been working on ways to improve indoor air quality and develop even more ambitious goals. Companies like Vortice have been working on ways to improve indoor air quality and embrace new technologies to help filter and purify the air that we breathe within our homes. Research commissioned by Public Health England has found that the health and social care costs of air pollution

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(PM2.5 and NO2) in England could reach £5.3bn by 2035. This is a cumulative cost for diseases where there is a strong association with air pollution: coronary heart disease; stroke; lung cancer and asthma in children and as humans spend more than 90% of their time indoors, then taking indoor air quality seriously can have significant health benefits. Levels of in-home air pollutants can be much higher than those outdoors. Simply using cleaning products, installing new furniture or carpets and lighting a woodburning stove can mean that volatile organic compounds accumulate inside the more confined space of your home, so mechanical extract systems have an important part to play. Indoor air quality is not a new concept; however, despite our knowledge regarding health concerns, this concept has not been transferred into the workplace from a practical application. Nor has the understanding and awareness to implement IAQ been explored within the UK. The perception of risk from indoor air contaminants and the willingness to improve indoor air quality is contrasted by the lack

of policy, direction and information within the public sphere. IAQUK, therefore, explores the reason for the gap between knowledge and practical application, appraising understanding, resources and Government policy. The number of chemicals that are manufactured and introduced into our indoor environment is growing. Whilst developing airtight buildings, sealing a building for energy efficiency, we have failed to address the balance of the occupant’s health. Most individuals spend about 90% of their time indoors and are, therefore, exposed to the indoor environment to a much greater extent than to the outdoors. Information obtained from laboratory and epidemiological studies suggests that indoor air pollutants are an important cause of avoidable morbidity and mortality in the UK (Department of Health, 2001), (Brunekreef and Holgate, 2002). Contaminants in the indoor environment are more than 1000 times more likely to be inhaled than outdoor air (Levin, 2007) and can be up to 10 times more polluted than

outside air (US EPA, 2001). The potential effects of indoor air pollution include unpleasant smells, sensitisation and asthmatic reactions, related to biological aerosols in 27

the indoor air and the fatal consequences of exposure to pathogenic organisms or chemicals.

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FIRE SAFETY

MITIGATING FIRE RISK IN OPEN-PLAN SPACES Offering flexibility and freedom, it is unsurprising that the popularity of open-plan buildings has increased. However, these spaces pose numerous challenges for fire protection in building design. David Cerquella, Managing Director at Coopers Fire, explains the growing importance of passive fire specification and which considerations need to be made by architects and building engineers alike. COOPERS FIRE

arge open spaces provide multiple benefits, including energy savings due to the increased provision of natural light and a more social, collaborative environment for offices, due to the lack of dividing walls. Those in the events industry, for example, may choose open spaces for exhibitions or networking. In offices, meanwhile, a growing preference for flexibility and the ability to rearrange furniture and desks have contributed to more open office environments. Unfortunately, there are fire risks associated with an open-plan environment due to the absence of physical barriers. This means that, should a fire break out, the spread of smoke and flames is likely to be much more rapid than it would be in a smaller or compartmented area. This risk, of excessive inhalation of gas, smoke or toxic fumes to occupants, could be reduced by containing the spread of fire and protecting evacuation routes with the implementation of fire-resistant barriers into a buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design. The issues highlighted with open-plan layouts need to be addressed for a building to adhere to Approved Document B. Active fire protection such as smoke alarms and sprinkler systems should be used in conjunction with passive protection like fire doors and fire curtain systems to ensure compliance to fire regulations and offer maximum levels of safety in the event of a fire. FC&A â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A P R I L â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2020

Fire-resistant barriers and compartmentation A building must be divided into compartments in order to prevent the spread of fire, which are marked by the implementation of fire-resistant barriers, such as fire doors and curtains. Open-plan spaces pose specific challenges because it is impossible to utilise fire doors, due to the absence of walls. Thankfully, where fire doors cannot be implemented, fire curtains may be installed. Fire-resistant barriers, such as curtains, are implemented to suppress the growth and development of flames and smoke within a building, protect escape routes and help minimise the risk to human life. Fire curtains can be utilised where the spread of smoke and fire could be more rapid, for example, through a lift shaft.

How a fire curtain works A fire curtain is a highly robust piece of fireresistant material which is stored discretely in a steel headbox within the ceiling. In the event of a fire, the curtain is released by a trigger from a fire alarm or local detector, 28

causing it to fall vertically via gravity. Once deployed, it obscures the space, acting as a crucial physical barrier between the fire and the escape routes. Fire curtains can be installed in a number of different locations and can be used to replace a non-load-bearing wall and fire-rated glazing. In open-plan layouts, the installation of a fire curtain enables a building to still meet the relevant regulations. One of the inherent drawbacks of a fire barrier is the inability to see beyond the barrier to assess the extent of a fire. Approved Document B details that fire doors must have a vision panel; however, where a fire curtain is installed in place of a door, a vision panel could also be extremely beneficial. In an emergency, first responders are required to evacuate individuals from a building, therefore, fire curtains with a vision panel are

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likely to be a huge aid to first responders. Adding a windowlike panel into the curtain means that once a fire curtain has deployed, first responders are able to identify flames and smoke and the associated risks on the other side, which could potentially save precious time in an evacuation.

What to look for: compliance, testing and integrity A fire-resistant curtain is designed to withstand the heat and effects of the blaze for a specific length of time. This duration is specified to enable enough time for an effective evacuation with the necessary checks of the building, in order to minimise the risk to human life. BS 8524 is the only specific fire curtain standard, and it provides comprehensive guidance to specifiers, manufacturers, installers and facilities managers. The standard outlines all aspects of the fire curtain performance and functionality, as well as requirements for installation and ongoing maintenance of the fire curtain, which must be thirdparty-approved to illustrate competence and quality. In terms of resistance testing, BS EN 1634-1 is one of the essential nine annexes that make up BS 8524. When identifying compliance and product fire resistance or integrity (E), BS EN 1634-1 is an important test standard to look for. With the integrity of building components facing increased scrutiny, there is a higher degree of focus on fire resistance and the integrity of every product. With the help of certification, end-users and building occupiers can rest assured that the product has been subject to, and passed, thorough third-party testing against a set of rigorous criteria. While it is clear that there are benefits of having a vision panel, where they appear in fire curtains, there must be no compromise on compliance, quality and the productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resistance level. Selecting certified products that have undergone thorough testing, provides the assurance that the fire protection measures in place are of the highest standard required to preserve human life.

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TECHNICAL FOCUS

FROM RETROFITS TO NEW BUILDS, WHY UNDERFLOOR HEATING IS A MUST-HAVE FOR THE HOME Paul Simmonds, Digital Marketing Manager at Wunda Group, discusses why specifiers should be looking at underfloor heating to help meet climate change goals. WUNDA GROUP

ith the UK starting on the road to zero carbon emissions, between now and 2050, 20,000 homes a week must meet new standards. This task is set to provide work for thousands of tradesmen for the foreseeable future. One of the key solutions to these goals is hydronic underfloor heating, as it’s the only system that efficiently runs with new low energy heat sources. It’s already the first choice for many other countries, and has been shown to be 25% more efficient than radiators and is specifically designed for the UK retrofit market. So how does underfloor heating work compared to other heating systems? Essentially, underfloor heating is like having a radiator in the floor. The heat rises evenly, using the energy to warm the room’s occupants before reaching the ceiling. Other heating systems like radiators work in convection cycles where warm air rises in one section of the room and cools as it reaches the ceiling. Another appealing benefit for homeowners is that by using a wet system that runs at low temperatures has helped many find relief to arthritis and asthma. Installation of underfloor heating will also add to a home’s value and will be compatible with all energy efficiency legislations. Homeowners are also able to enjoy extra furniture space and lower heating bills and obtain the peace of FC&A – A P R I L – 2020

mind that their system is future-proof and requires little to no maintenance, making it perfect as a home add-on or in new-build properties. Smart systems can also work with UFH, which further adds to its efficiency. Despite all its good points, there are some common misconceptions and myths around retrofitting underfloor heating. Underfloor heating used to require digging up floors and relaying concrete, meaning it took a long time to heat up and there was a fear of leaks. With a rapid response overlay system, this is not the case, as it uses leak-proof pipes and can heat up in as little as 20 minutes. With rapid response aluminium, users are able to turn the heat on, off, up or down whenever they please and don’t have to compromise on warmth, all while running at the same energysaving low temperatures. For the design-conscious, the need to consider radiator placements is eliminated and allows homeowners to go as openplan as they want with their house layout. Because of this, underfloor heating provides around 15% more furnishing space in a room and can comfortably warm stone, ceramic and marble tiles, so choosing the right floor finish isn’t an issue. Designers are also offered much greater freedom in settings where appearance is key, and the problem of visible pipes and radiators is removed. 30

Before retrofitting underfloor heating begins, specifiers should consider things like build-up height, strength of the over floorboard (as this will determine the choice of floor finish), as well as heat up time (determined by pipe spacing, size of pipe and aluminium covering), and speed of install (dependent on the adhesive used to bond the over floor to the existing floor). All properties are suitable for underfloor heating whether they’re a retrofit, an extension or a new build. Underfloor heating provides comfortable heat through carpets up to two togs, and is also perfect for use under vinyl, laminate, ceramic or stone tiles and are designed to run at temperatures as low as 35-45°C to create a very comfortable atmosphere and to protect floor finishes. When it comes to combining underfloor heating with other heating systems, underfloor heating is an ideal option as it runs off a central manifold (water distribution centre) that is connected to an existing hot water source. Whether homeowners are keeping radiators upstairs or enjoy the idea of a log fire, underfloor heating is the perfect partner for heat pumps, biomass boilers, solar and all current and future heating technologies. With climate change targets causing uncertainty for current heating methods, choosing a solution that works with any heat source will give customers peace of mind knowing that they only have to buy once. Wet underfloor heating is a good first step to reducing a household’s carbon footprint, and while the country is still deciding on the most cost-effective way to update millions of homes, it is reassuring to know that products like Wundatherm will work with both current and future resources.

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TECHNICAL FOCUS

WUNDATHERM UNDERFLOOR HEATING

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BUILD FOCUS: HERITAGE

BUILD FOCUS:

HERITAGE

FC&A rounds up the latest case studies, advice and stories from the industry’s leading professionals. This month’s Build Focus shines a light on heritage and listed properties; with top tips on fenestration solutions.

RICHARD DOLLAR MANAGING DIRECTOR AT THE SASH WINDOW WORKSHOP

REPLACING TIMBER WINDOWS IN HERITAGE BUILDINGS: THE SASH WINDOW WORKSHOP’S TOP TIPS Deciding on the windows is an important part of a building project. The decision not only affects the look of the property but also affects the thermal efficiency, says Richard Dollar, Managing Director at The Sash Window Workshop. THE SASH WINDOW WORKSHOP

Do you need to replace the whole window? Firstly, check if the frame is in good condition. If only the moving parts of the window are in a bad condition, you may be able to install new sashes into the existing window frames. This allows you to upgrade the window to double glazing without having to replace the frame.

Deciding on the right style If you are planning an extension or refurbishment to an existing period property, high attention to detail is required to ensure that the property’s character is not lost. Make sure that the new windows are in the same style as the original windows. This means checking various specifications. For example, for sash windows, make sure that they have the same designs for any sash horns, moulding, glazing bars and finish.

Glass options When choosing the type of glass, consider what the room will be used for. For example, a bathroom window will often want a smaller window with privacy glass, stopping passers-by from seeing into the property. In contrast, a living room or kitchen may suit a window with clear glass, allowing the occupant to look out onto the garden.

Is the building listed or in an article 4 conservation area?

Choosing a supplier

If the building is listed or in an article 4 conservation area, planning permission will be required to make changes to the windows. Double glazing may be permitted, but you may be required to use heritage double glazing, which uses a slim profile double glazed unit, as opposed to standard double glazing.

Check that the supplier has experience working on similar projects and that installers are registered with FENSA. Ask about U-values and check that new windows are draught-proofed on installation. This will allow you to check how energy-efficient new windows will be. Check the company’s accreditations. Look out for whether they are members of the British Woodworking Federation or the SafeContractor scheme – if they are working on your site, it is important to ensure that they undergo the necessary health and safety training. Finally, it is also important to check and query their guarantees – they should be able to tell you exactly what is and isn’t covered by each of the guarantees; no individual guarantee will cover everything.

Material choice Traditional properties often suit timber windows as they are more period-appropriate. When maintained and painted properly, timber windows can last for over 100 years. High-quality timber windows can offer great durability and energy efficiency. However, not all timber offers the same longevity. When choosing a timber, check its durability and stability. Accoya is a popular choice as it is extremely durable, has high stability and comes with a 50-year anti-rot guarantee. FC&A – APRIL – 2020

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lthough secondary glazing is a minimal intervention, listed planning consent should always be sought. In most instances, it is accepted and is generally the only way to raise the window performance in listed and heritage buildings due to the restrictions posed on them to retain and preserve details of historical and architectural interest.

What is the physical impact of installing secondary glazing on the building fabric? It is a reversible adaptation that tries to avoid impacting the historic building fabric and any surrounding decorations. If in the future, the windows need to be returned to their original state, then a minimal amount of making good and decorating will be required.

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Will it have a visual impact on the window surrounds? The choice of profiles and frame-style configurations should be in keeping with the design and materials of the room. Clear sightlines should be maintained, providing an uninterrupted view from the window where possible.

There is a need to consider ongoing cleaning and maintenance. Historic England’s guidance states: “It is important that secondary glazing should not prevent access to the original glazing or cavity for maintenance and cleaning. The size, weight and design of the secondary window should allow this to happen with ease. The secondary window itself will also need to be cleaned”.

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Will secondary help or cause condensation?

It can be achieved by mimicking the original window through the wide range of secondary glazing styles that are offered; hinged casements, vertical sliding sashes, horizontal sliding sashes, liftouts and fixed panes. Many of these can be shaped or curved to follow the lines of the primary glazing. Shaped timber grounds, such as ovolo finishes, also help it blend in.

Hot box tests, carried out by Glasgow Caledonian University in 2009 for English Heritage, show that well-sealed secondary glazing does not allow condensation to develop in the cavity provided the outer window has not been completely sealed. However, when the secondary glazing is opened; warm, moist air from the room side could lead to condensation. Unless there is ready access for cleaning, the original window frame could be damaged. Secondary glazing, when designed and installed well, should not be seen. Yet it should provide noticeable benefits in a short time frame; warmer living and working spaces, as well as peaceful interiors.

Frame size vs practicalities The size of the secondary frame is dictated by the size of the external window. The frame design must safely support the glazing which weighs in the region of 10kg/m² for 4mm glass and 15kg/m² for 6mm. Very slim frames are, therefore, only practical for smaller windows. FC&A – APRIL – 2020

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SECURITY CAN BE A PANE It used to be thought that where you have a large pane of glass to enhance a property, you also have a potential weakness in your security. However, with advances in glass processing, this is no longer the case. Now ESG can specify glass as a security product. ESG

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Scott Sinden, Managing Director of glass processor ESG, explains: “At ESG, we were the first in the UK to offer a LPS1270-compliant product in the form of ESG Secure. A newer standard, it was introduced a decade ago by The Loss Prevention Certification Board, to rate glass used in products such as security doors and windows. LPS1270 is applied specifically to the glass panel, while the actual door or window is tested in accordance with LPS 1175.” LPS 1270-compliant products must pass a series of tests, increasing in severity and using a range of tools or weapons that a determined criminal might use. In the first test, the aim is to make a small hole through which a wire or screwdriver to be inserted. These are often used by criminals to lift a latch or press a release bar in order to enter the property. In the second test, the aim is to achieve a hole large enough to put a hand through, either to steal an item within reach or to open a door. In the third test, the panel is repeatedly attacked until there is an opening large enough for an intruder to step through to enter the premises. Each test is timed and recorded. The glass being tested is awarded a three-digit test rating from one to eight for each scenario. A rating of 2-3-3 means that the glass had scored two for the first test, three for second and three for the hole that the intruder can step through. In most situations, a high security level of 3-4 is ideal and practical. The glass panel will withstand attacks from tools such as disc grinders, fire axes and 18-volt drills. The panel would be damaged and need replacing, but the intruder would not have accessed the building. While level 4 is usually plenty, level 5 approved glass is also available. This more or less allows door manufacturers and specifiers the ability to design out crime. The glass itself, of course, still provides light and style, remaining aesthetically pleasing despite its security credentials, providing the best of both design- and security-conscious worlds.

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SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS LAUNCHES HIGHPERFORMANCE SOLAR CONTROL GLASS SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS

Saint-Gobain Glass has introduced a new double-silver coated solar control glass with a neutral appearance and 75% light transmission, to realise the current architectural trend for large expanses of glass that provide high levels of natural daylight. COOL-LITE SKN 183 & SKN 183 II, annealed and to-be-tempered respectively, not only satisfies the demand for beautifully, neutral glass for facades, it also delivers a range of building performance enhancements, considering the benefits of high light transmission and thermal insulation, along with low internal and external reflectivity. COOL-LITE SKN 183 & SKN 183 II achieves very effective solar protection with a solar factor of 0.40 in double glazed units (DGU). This means the facade can help a building meet energy performance requirements whilst keeping occupants cool. Heating loads are also reduced in winter due to the product’s excellent thermal insulation levels with a Ug value of 1.0 W/m2K, making it an ideal choice for double-glazed windows, facades and curtain walling.

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Morley Glass & Glazing has become the first company in the UK to achieve a fire-rating accreditation for its insulated glass units with integral blinds inside. The fire-rated Uni-Blinds sealed units with ScreenLine integral blinds inside now comply with the performance criteria set out in the EU 305/2011 Construction Products Regulation, and have been independently verified by TUV UK, a UKAS-accredited third-party testing house. Ian Short, Managing Director of Morley Glass & Glazing, said: “With recent high-profile incidents such as Grenfell Tower, it’s more important than ever that the correct building materials are specified. Our sealed units with integral blinds inside are manufactured in the UK using fire safety glass from Pyroguard and can deliver 30-120 minutes integrity and insulation fire-resistance.” Suitable for residential and commercial applications, the fire-rated integral blinds can be manufactured in sealed units up to 2m2 in size.

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RINNAI HOT WATER ON DEMAND – FUEL, ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT AND FINANCE EFFICIENT – AND NOW EASY TO CHOOSE Rinnai – maker of units delivering limitless, on-demand supplies of hot water – is offering end-users an easy-to-choose facility via online interface. RINNAI

he end-user simply visits the Rinnai website for instant assistance on choosing the right products to deliver fuel, energy and environmentallyefficient hot water, reliably and constantly. Chris Goggin, said: “Whatever your industry, we have innovative products and systems that give your site (or sites) limitless supplies of temperaturecontrolled hot water which are designed with the environment in mind, with

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low-emission technology and high efficiencies, as well as a host of other great features, as well as costing you significantly less than any other mode of hot water supply. “We recognise that every application is unique and that choosing the right product can be a little daunting. We invite end-users to visit our website and find the ‘Help Me Choose’ facility and we will do everything else from there.”

Rinnai recently completed the installation of two HDC1500i continuous flow hot water heating units at a busy laundrette serving businesses and the public in Stafford. Rinnai products were chosen on the recommendation of another laundrette owner, in Lancashire, who praised the efficiency and major cost savings because of switching to cascaded continuous flow hot water units as they guarantee almost unlimited supplies of hot water at peak demand whilst savings on fuel costs. Word of mouth is the best possible marketing and a site survey was duly arranged and completed to confirm the best solution in controlling operational costs and efficiencies. The existing system was a heated stored water system – this meant that the site was paying to heat water it was not instantly using. It was clear from the site survey that Rinnai units configured to maximise both space and energy efficiency – and critically – the system’s reliability – would yield seriously large cost savings to the owner. Given that the Rinnai units were being wall-mounted and externally flued, this gave extra storage space to the premises, as there was no need for a dedicated plant room. Ray Gallimore, proprietor of the Weston Road Launderette, comments: “The old storage system had become completely impractical, inefficient and needlessly expensive to run. “For example, the washers tend to be used sporadically. During a busy weekend, there could be a demand for eight to 10 people battling to use the machines at once, during the week there might be one or two. That meant we had to store a decent volume of hot water ‘just in case’ in the form of a storage water heater. Needless to say, keeping the stored volume at optimum temperature 24/7 was often wasted energy, a really bad, expensive idea all round.” “I was made aware of Infinity water heaters installed in similar applications to mine and, in general, their experiences with their products and their personnel, such as the local Rinnai sales consultant, were consistently positive and professional.”

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SWINDON TOWN FC FOUNDATION PARK In early 2020, the Swindon Town FC Community Foundation moved into its purpose-built facility, located within the grounds of the 141-yearold football club. TAMLITE LIGHTING

he new-build sporting hub provides a central point for visitors, players and staff, as the entrance to the state-of-the art 4G pitch and athletics area. The building consists of a wide-open lobby area, pristine changing room facilities, a conference/exhibition room upstairs, plus several offices and meeting rooms. In order to accentuate the contemporary style of the interior and exterior of the building, Tamlite Lighting was commissioned to deliver a modern lighting solution.

Multi-function room The expansive multi-function room at Foundation Park is the jewel in the crown of this sports hub. The room fulfils a range of requirements, regularly hosting talks, educational programmes and other community events.

The room is well-lit by the large windows encompassing the wall overlooking the sports pitches and running track. Initial plans for the lighting in the room was intended to be much more functional, however, the architect specifically requested Tamlite’s AIR suspended luminaire to enhance the visual aesthetic and complement the natural light. To allow room users to select the lighting level

that suits them, the dimmable luminaires in the multi-function room are controlled by DALI wall panels, which are programmed with four available lighting scenes.

Lighting for sports In the changing rooms, Tamlite installed ASTRO downlights, plus IP65-rated downlights in the shower area. With hundreds of players using the changing rooms each week, Foundation Park required a lighting solution of high quality and minimal maintenance. It was essential that the luminaires reduced downtime, so luminaires that were water resistant were ideal for the changing rooms.

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DRAKA UC CONNECT WARRANTY TO NOW INCLUDE SIROCCOXS BLOWN FIBRE SOLUTIONS PRYSMIAN GROUP

Prysmian Group is pleased to announce its Draka UC Connect structured cabling system’s warranty has been extended to cover the company’s prestigious SiroccoXS blown fibre solutions. The SiroccoXS blown fibre system uses compressed air to blow optical fibre into pre-installed tubes. It enables on-demand deployment of optical fibres from one internal or external network point to another, allowing for rapid upgrades to the latest fibre technologies. The 25-year application assurance warranty, of which Sirroco is now included, covers Draka UC Connect connectivity products and cable which ensures performance of the Permanent Link & Channel performance in accordance with ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-C and ISO/IEC 11801.

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FOILBOARD FLOATING HELPS COUNTER HEAT LOSS IN GRADE I LISTED BUILDING CONVERSION OMNIE

A Georgian property near one of the South-West’s most popular tourist destinations has been converted to create two luxurious Airbnb lets, thanks in part to the specification of an insulated underfloor heating system from the OMNIE range. The company has helped deliver sufficient output to combat the heat loss through an exterior envelope, which due to its Grade I listing status, had to remain uninsulated, allowing the fabric to ‘breathe’. FoilBoard Floating forms part of OMNIE’s UltraLow concept, offering low build height for both retrofit and newbuild applications. The 1200 x 600mm panels are available in thicknesses from 18-75mm, with its integral XPS insulation layer providing solid support to floor finishes.

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MULTIBOARD FEATURES IN MIDLANDS MANSION AS MARBLE BACKER-BOARD MARMOX

The redevelopment of a large residential property in Sutton Coldfield to create a £5m mansion is making use of Marmox Multiboard’s unique benefits, both inside and out, featuring within the pool/spa complex and then around a terraced patio area. As one of the specialist package contractors on the project, West Midlands-based IMAC Joinery has installed more than 100 of the 600 x 1250mm Multiboards using the quick and reliable Marmox 60mm dowels. The 10mm-thick boards are held securely against the concrete blockwork, offering an ideal substrate for applying the marble tiles. The Marmox Multiboards are light to handle and easy to cut, while still being able to sustain substantial loadings, if required.

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HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT PERFECTLY PROTECTED THANKS TO NEWTON WATERPROOFING One of London’s oldest and most historic buildings has been given the very best protection by Newton Waterproofing. NEWTON WATERPROOFING

he leading independent supplier of structural waterproofing systems, which celebrated 170 years in the industry last year, provided the perfect waterproofing solution for the Houses of Parliament.

In fact, Newton’s 170-year history, which is older than the current Palace of Westminster structure, is tied in with the Houses of Parliament, having provided materials and contractors on both damp-proofing and waterproofing projects on the building on several occasions in its history.

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When the original John Newton set up the company in 1848, one of his first major projects was supplying the plasterers’ hair for the Palace of Westminster, which was still being rebuilt after burning down in 1934. For the most recent project, Newton’s specialist basement contractor MacLennan Waterproofing was approached to specify a guaranteed waterproofing solution for the prestigious London landmark’s new basement. MacLennan decided to bring the job to Newton as the project required the design and installation of an external waterproofing system, an internal cavity drain system and a polyurea roofing system – and Newton’s product range was perfectly suited to the project requirements. Externally, Newton’s innovative ‘Type A’ 403 HydroBond membrane was applied extensively to ensure the necessary waterproofing around the basement. Internally, Newton 508 and 520 membranes were both applied floorto-ceiling as part of Newton’s complete System 500 cavity drainage solution. With the finished solution in place, the waterproofing was completed by the application of both a polyurea coating and further drainage membrane to the roof deck of the basement. The result is a waterproof basement fully compliant with the requirements of BS 8102:2009, coupled with guaranteed protection against water ingress. Newton Waterproofing’s MD, Warren Muschialli, explained: “With many historic and listed buildings not benefiting from modern forms of protection, they are often subject to the detrimental effects of damp which must be treated with products that meet with the stringent listed building requirements. “For historic and listed buildings, cavity drainage systems are ideally suited for this application. When installed by qualified contractors, the systems depressurise and collect water that enters the structure, before removing it safely. “Internal finishes are isolated from the water, leaving a dry and habitable space for the occupier even in the most demanding situations.” The Houses of Parliament is yet another project that shows the utilisation of multiple Newton systems to great effect. Warren added: “We have a rich history with the Palace of Westminster and both Newton and MacLennan were privileged to be the companies chosen to share in securing its future.” For the right waterproofing help and advice with your next project, contact Newton Waterproofing.

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RMIG ADDS APPEAL TO SUN-AIR HEADQUARTERS A facade with an eye-catching cloud and sky motif made from perforated sheets has been specified by AART architects for the SUN-AIR Aviation Headquarters in Billund, Denmark. RMIG

hen designing its new headquarters, the SUN-AIR Aviation Group wanted an innovative building constructed from sustainable materials. Using RMIG ImagePerf, the facade depicts a cloud formation – a very appropriate motif for an airline office, which also happens to be located on Cumulusvej. The perforated sheets, manufactured and supplied by RMIG, provide shade during the summer and diffuse glare-free light during the winter months.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Raw material: Aluminium EN 5754 Pattern: RMIG ImagePerf Thickness: 4.0mm Surface treatment: Powder coating RAL 9060

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1968-2018 Celebrating 50 Years Traditional Joiners using modern machinery & techniques. Makers of Hardwood and Accoya™ Windows, Doors and Staircases Established in 1968, Croxford’s remain a family owned business committed to the finest quality craftsmanship which includes hand made hardwood doors, timber windows, staircases and bi-fold/patio doors. You will find our work all over the UK. We supply for both commercial and private projects from the most modest new build/renovations to the most elegant of stately homes. Our timber doors and

windows not only look good and wear well, but with the option of traditional or modern hardware and highly efficient double glazed units they also help you save energy. Please call or visit our website for more information.

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CONSOLIDATION WITH COPPER A grid of Nordic Brown Light copper brise-soleil fins defines the new Beecroft Building designed by architect firm Hawkins\Brown for the University of Oxford’s Physics Department. AURUBIS

he innovative building provides worldclass research facilities, consolidating experimental and theoretical physicists into a single centre of excellence. In addition to a modern workplace environment that has transformed the department’s working practices above-ground, a 16m-deep complex of basement laboratories facilitates extremely sensitive experiments.

Pre-oxidised copper fins The Beecroft Building is thoroughly modern but respectful of its highly sensitive location amongst historic trees, close to several ‘listed’ buildings and a conservation area. The rhythm, verticality and colour of the facade’s grid of naturally weathering copper fins echo William Butterfield’s Keble College Chapel opposite. The facade fins were made up from 1.5mm Nordic Brown Light pre-oxidised copper and structure the glazed curtain walling containing black glazed spandrel panels and clear glazing, some with an expanded copper mesh interlayer. Rebecca Fode, Hawkins\Brown Project Architect, said: “Nordic Brown Light was chosen as it was the most efficient way of achieving the intended design aesthetic – the fins were always shown as a dark, patinated bronze-like material. As it is a

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natural product, the material will weather and darken over time. Nordic Brown Light is slightly darker than copper’s mill finish and was chosen to avoid a bright copper facade when the fins were first installed.”

Nordic copper performance Nordic Brown Light is part of an extensive range of architectural copper surfaces and alloys with an unrivalled lifespan, no maintenance and full recyclability. With a melting point of 1083˚C and A1 – noncombustible material – fire classification to EN 13501-1, copper is suitable for cladding tall buildings, using appropriate constructions. Copper’s unique architectural qualities are defined by its natural patina, developing gradually in the environment – which cannot be replicated successfully using other materials with surface coatings. The ‘Nordic Copper’ range provides all these surfaces straightaway. The processes involved are generally similar to those taking place over time in the environment, utilising copper mineral compounds, not alien chemical processes. All these surfaces form an integral part of the copper, generally continuing to change over time, and are not lifeless coatings or paint.

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Extensive natural finishes The architectural range includes Nordic Standard ‘mill finish’ and Nordic Brown pre-oxidised copper offering lighter or darker shades of brown determined by the thickness of the oxide layer. The extensive Nordic Blue, Nordic Green and Nordic Turquoise ranges have been developed with properties and colours based on the same brochantite mineralogy found in natural patinas all over the world. As well as the solid patina colours, ‘living’ surfaces are available for each with other intensities of patina flecks revealing some of the dark oxidised background material. Copper alloys include Nordic Bronze and Nordic Brass, which can also be supplied pre-weathered. The innovative Nordic Royal is an alloy of copper with aluminium and zinc, retaining its golden colour. Aurubis is part of the world’s leading integrated copper group and largest copper recycler.

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THERMAL BRIDGING

SCHÖCK FEATURES IN YORKSHIRE POST-REDEVELOPMENT STORY Regeneration across the whole of Leeds is resulting in a major transformation of the city. And one of the current developments is on the site of the previous headquarters of the Yorkshire Post. SCHÖCK

round eight years ago, Yorkshire’s National Newspaper moved from its long-standing home to new headquarters a couple of miles across the city. The previous 4.6-acre site is now a landmark four-phase development; and the immediate first phase will see the construction of an 18-storey residential tower due for completion in early 2021. The building benefits from extensive river frontage along the River Aire and will provide high-quality one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, a gym and an 11th floor sky lounge. The proposal includes shops, resident’s amenity areas and an enhanced river corridor. Around 242 apartments are anticipated in this first phase and the brick-clad concrete frame building will feature a high number of spacious balconies, also of concrete construction.

Avoiding thermal bridging is critical Balconies are effectively large external thermal fins on buildings. If there is ineffective insulation in the detailng, there will be local heat loss, resulting in more energy being required to maintain the internal temperature of the building. This is one

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major consequence of thermal bridging, but there are other issues too. Low internal surface temperatures in the area of the thermal bridge can cause condensation, leading not only to structural integrity problems with absorbent materials such as insulation products, or plasterboard, it also encourages mould growth. This can result in serious health implications for residents in the form of asthma and allergies. So for any project involving balcony detailing, the prevention of thermal bridging is a critical issue. And one of the most effective solutions available is the Isokorb structural thermal break from Schöck. As the leading international supplier of structural thermal breaks, Schöck has almost limitless variants available in its main Isokorb range, offering planners complete construction dependability and enormous freedom of design. On this project, it is the tried and trusted Schöck load-bearing element for concreteto-concrete cantilever balcony detailing that is being installed. The units feature an HTE compression module made of high-density microfibre reinforced concrete, with an 80mm insulation thickness. The elements transfer both negative moments and positive shear forces.

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Design freedom and construction dependability In addition to concrete-to-concrete, the comprehensive Schöck Isokorb range offers solutions for concrete-to-steel, steel-tosteel, a thermally insulating connection for reinforced concrete walls – and even a maintenance-free alternative to wrapped parapets. All products meet full compliance with the relevant UK Building Regulations; have NHBC approval; offer LABC registration and independent BBA certification. Visit the Schöck website for a free copy of the Schöck Thermal Bridging Guide, Specifier’s Guide and to view the range of downloadable software available.

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ECO-CONSCIOUS ACOUSTICS FROM SOUNDTECT Noise pollution is the primary cause of a reduction in productivity and can contribute to stress and illness; which can also play a part in absenteeism and a continuous turnover of staff. SOUNDTECT

he typical noise level in an openplan office is 65 dB and, shockingly, that’s only 30 dB less than a lawnmower. And background noise, even at low levels, has been found to increase stress levels and undermine short-term memory, reading comprehension and willingness to engage with others. Workers have been seen to be 60% less productive in a noisy office – which is a worrying statistic to any business owner. The working world currently seems to have a love-hate relationship with openplan offices, most of which centres around noise, but the open-plan office concept is highly successful for several reasons. It is cost-effective, allows room for expansion and changing team dynamics, creates more working collaboration, reducing the need for separate meetings. It creates a ‘buzzy atmosphere’, enhancing the office culture and enjoyment at work. Every business wants more happy workers as they influence an organisation’s success and performance. So, here’s the conundrum – the openplan concept is the right solution for increasing engagement and creating happier, more productive employees, but the noise by-product affects individuals, driving them to grab their headphones and

retreat into their own world, or even work from home. So, considering acoustics at the planning stage is essential when embarking on an office refurbishment. The great news is, acoustic improvement products are no longer boring and hidden, they’re stylish, colourful and are used in a variety of applications; meeting pods, partitions and decorative forms such as wall panels and ceiling enhancements. Soundtect specialises in the manufacture and supply of many different solutions which can be tailored to be as funky as you like to complement any office design theme. And while we are about it, let’s not forget the environment. Soundtect is proud of its environmental credentials – its products use over 70% recycled polyester. The products are a thirdgeneration product which began life first as a plastic PET bottle, and then recycled into exhibition carpets before being woven into superior quality, high-performance acoustic felt. Recently, Soundtect launched a new printed wood finish for its Freestyle range. This lightweight, semi-rigid soundabsorbing panel has revolutionised the acoustic market and although there are

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many other manufacturers with a similar product, Soundtect is the pioneer of all sides being printed, and the results are very believable. No more need for heavy wooden ceiling baffles or the perfect wall surface solution for that rustic, unfinished feel that is popular right now. So, the solution is straightforward; to improve the cognitive performance of your team in an open-plan office environment, more consideration needs to be given to noise dynamics and how you can reduce them with effective acoustic solutions like Freestyle and, as you are also buying into a sustainable solution offered by Soundtect, you are also lessening environmental pollution at the same time.

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ANCON OFFERING ENHANCED NONCOMBUSTIBLE BALCONY CONNECTOR RANGE

SIMPSON STRONG-TIE’S FASTENER RANGE GOES PREMIUM

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Ancon is leading the way in developing solutions to meet the Government’s tough new fire safety requirements for buildings, with the launch of an upgraded range of non-combustible insulated balcony connectors. The development follows news that the existing 18m height limit for combustible materials in highrise multi-occupancy buildings is to be further reduced to 11m, extending the scope of the regulations to buildings over four storeys and affecting the vast majority of new flats, hospitals, residential care premises and student accommodation. Ancon’s insulated balcony connectors have been re-engineered and now feature non-combustible mineral wool insulation and improved fire-rated thermal pads to maintain its impressive thermal insulation properties and provide the required A1/A2 reaction to fire rating. As well as complying with the combustibility requirements in the current Building (Amendment) Regulations 2018 for wall components in high-rise residential buildings over 18m in height, the Ancon connectors provide contractors with a fire-safe solution for all multioccupancy buildings, regardless of height.

SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

Introducing the brand-new Premium Fasteners range by leading construction manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie; featuring superior strength nails and screws to cover almost every application and showcased in the newly released Premium Fasteners Catalogue. Europe’s leading range of superior nails and screws includes stainless steel, structural and collated options. Jesper Hebbelstrup, European Fasteners Product Manager, explains: “We’re excited to launch our new Premium Fasteners product collection. Quality and reliability is our top priority. The fastening system you choose is as important as materials and finishing touches; cheap nails and screws can cause decking to loosen over time causing uneven surfaces. Fasteners can even deteriorate over time if used an inferior quality product is used. We’ve got the Premium Fastening systems you need to guarantee long-term performance and safety, whether you’re fastening connectors, structural timber, CLT, concrete, light gauge steel, flooring, roofing or cladding.” The Premium Fasteners Catalogue is packed with technical information and installation advice, and is now available online.

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KNAUF AMF IS THE PLACE TO FIND ARMSTRONG METAL PRODUCTS IN THE UK

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Knauf AMF is now the place to find Armstrong metal ceilings, metal mesh ceilings, metal canopies and metal baffles in the UK and Ireland. This iconic, superbly engineered portfolio of products is available in the UK exclusively from Knauf AMF for new and existing projects. Metal is versatile, durable, almost maintenance free and really packs a visual punch. It also works really well with the other Knauf AMF ranges, including HERADESIGN and mineral tiles. Metal scores highly in terms of sustainability, humidity and hygiene, and can also deliver outstanding sound control using a variety of surface designs with specialist infills. Metal ceilings are excellent for use in areas with specific technical requirements, due to the variety of coatings and installation options. The company see’s it as a natural progression in its aim to offer the most innovative and comprehensive range of aesthetically-led, acoustic ceiling and wall solutions for any interior.

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Wire Rope Pro-Railing stainless steel handrail component system, requires no welding. Simply cut, screw and glue on site to create stunning handrail and balustrades that will look great for years to come.

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MAPEI HAS YOU COVERED WITH MAPEGUARD UM 35 WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE Mapeguard UM 35 is the new decoupling waterproofing membrane. Suitable for use with cracked, damp and imperfectly cured substrates, when installing ceramic, porcelain and stone material to interior and exterior floors. MAPEI

apeguard UM 35 is the new decoupling waterproofing membrane. Suitable for use with cracked, damp and imperfectly cured substrates, when installing ceramic, porcelain and stone material to interior and exterior floors. The membrane product is used by laying it between two applications of a Mapei adhesive in order to accommodate any potential stresses and improve the bond strength of adhesive applied on both sides.

Ultimate protection When used as part of a waterproofing system, Mapeguard UM 35 is completely watertight with the capability of protecting the substrates from water penetration, resulting in an increased durability. Mapeguard UM 35 has also been specially designed to guarantee that the heat is distributed more evenly when applied on heated substrates.

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Available in 30 x 1m rolls, the design structure of the membrane makes it easier to distribute the adhesive; the dimples on the surface of the membrane are filled which prevents air being trapped, and instead ensures complete coverage between the tile and membrane. Thanks to the air channels on the back of Mapeguard UM 35, any humidity present in the substrates can evaporate without affecting the tile finish. Additionally, its semi-transparency backing makes application much easier for installers to check the coverage of adhesive when bonding the membrane. This additional benefit also helps to easily locate the presence of potential elements on substrates, such as drains, which makes any essential cuttings to the membrane straightforward. The membrane allows the control of cracks in the substrate, while allowing the distribution of stresses on floorings, subject to heavy loads. In accordance with TCNA test reports complying with ASTM C 627, therefore, Mapeguard UM is certified as ‘Extra Heavy Commercial Rating’. Mapeguard UM 35 ensures long-lasting protection from water infiltration and heavy loads. Mapei has you covered.

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Modern Art A stunning balance of light and shade, deft brushstrokes, a perfect rendition of its subject – surely the work of an old master. The paintings aren’t bad either. Hand-finished with more tonal variation than any other Millboard decking colour, new Antique Oak recreates the attractive, historic look of aged flooring, while being engineered for the future. It’s slip-resistant, won’t warp or rot and retains its looks for years to come – without restoration. Antique Oak. The art of outdoor design.

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SPECIFY ALIDECK NONCOMBUSTIBLE DECKING SYSTEMS FOR SAFETY Part of the Milwood Group and launched as a standalone brand in 2019, AliDeck has made a big impact in the market over the last 12 months. ALIDECK

rawing on 25 years of aluminium design and extrusion experience, AliDeck has co-developed a non-combustible, sustainable and easy-to-install aluminium decking system with unique and patented features to improve slip-resistance, drainage, and durability while achieving excellent costeffectiveness compared to traditional timber, composite decking or other metal solutions. AliDeck has formed close relationships with developers and architects across the country as its AliDeck System has been increasingly specified for new-build and retrofit projects. Working within a renewed atmosphere of scrutiny following the Grenfell tragedy, AliDeck’s partners have relied on its expertise to ensure that all specified decking elements exceed safety standards as they build the nation’s homes.

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Richard Izzard, Managing Director of AliDeck, said: “Following new legislation in 2018 that, for the first time, classified balconies as part of the external wall of a building, it became imperative to ensure that there were products on the market that met and exceeded fire safety standards whilst also providing a high-quality, desirable aesthetic finish. “As part of the Milwood Group, we were able to use our deep knowledge and experience of aluminium extrusion and fabrication to develop and design a cohesive decking system that satisfied these demands and delivered peace of mind to our partners in industry.” With the AliDeck range of products independently tested to EN 13823, EN 13501 and EN ISO 1716, the AliDeck system achieves fire ratings of A2-s1, d0 and A2fl-s1, exceeding legislation and ensuring compliance for new-build and renewal projects. Additionally, AliDeck decking

boards have undergone slip resistance testing and all boards have been certified as low risk for slips in wet and dry conditions. Beyond these crucial safety aspects, AliDeck has received very positive feedback from contractors regarding the unique installation aspects of the system. Most impactful has been the increased spanning abilities of the AliDeck boards, saving up to 50% on installation time due to reduced framework fixing and thereby reducing contractor overheads and helping projects deliver on budget. Additionally, with fixings made directly through the AliDeck products rather than by using brackets, installation is quick, easy and very stable. Richard continues: “We drew on all that we’ve learned over our decades of manufacturing aluminium outdoor furniture and structures to devise a

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decking system that helps contractors and developers deliver perfect results for their projects, on time and on budget. “By considering all aspects of how our AliDeck products will be used, through installation and beyond, we have created the premiere decking product in terms of safety, function, stability, durability and aesthetics. We’re very proud of our system and are humbled by the great response it has received in the market.” With a selection of the AliDeck range now on RIBA Product Selector, it is quick and easy to integrate this excellent decking solution into your specification. Simply search RIBA for Able Canopies – AliDeck’s sister company – to find the AliDeck range. Also, AliDeck now has a fantastic new digital CPD available via Able Canopies.

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BUILDING ELEMENTS

NOT JUST HARFA FLOOR WITH OSMO UK OSMO UK

Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishes expert, offers builders, architects and interior designers a unique looking and aesthetically pleasing wooden floor. Pre-finished with Osmo Polyx-Oil, the Harfa flooring range from ESCO flooring is the ideal choice for anyone who is looking for a statement floor. Available via Osmo UK, the ESCO collection includes nine flooring options, including Bohemia, Chateau, Moravia and Kolonial. A favourite amongst architects and interior designers is Harfa flooring. This flooring surface has been designed with a rough-sawn treatment and has been enhanced with cross-wise cuts that are grooved in the surface with great care. Harfa flooring is available in eight colours, with the option to choose between two- or three-layer parquet and your desired wood style; elegance, superb, classic or original. As with all ESCO flooring, Harfa is finished with Polyx-Oil: Osmo’s renowned wood finishing product. Polyx-Oil both protects and accentuates Harfa’s traditional and character filled rough-sawn solid oak flooring.

UK’S TALLEST RESIDENTIAL TOWER TO BE PROTECTED BY ADVANCED FIRE PANELS ADVANCED

Global systems company, Advanced, is celebrating being specified on yet another landmark development in London. The installation of Advanced fire panels at the Landmark Pinnacle marks another tall building win for the manufacturer which, in 2019, announced its specification at Western Europe’s second tallest building, 22 Bishopsgate. Four market-leading eight-loop and two four-loop intelligent MxPro 5 fire panels alongside three repeater panels specified for the tower will be installed by Bedfordshire-based Firelec Controls – responsible for the design, installation, testing and commissioning of the fire system. The MxPro 5 panels, that last year were certified by FM Approvals to the EN54 standard, will be networked with the tower’s BMS using BACnet, include a custom graphics package and link to over 140 AOV vents and sprinklers with phased evacuation between floors. The MxPro 5 is the unbeatable multiprotocol fire system, which is approved to EN54-2, -4 and -13.

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CROWN PAINTS ANNOUNCES ITS COLOUR TRENDS FOR SPRING/ SUMMER 2020 CROWN PAINTS

Crown Paints has named its three key colour trends for spring/summer 2020 and beyond: Direct, Rethink and Connect. The company is passionate about colour. The three trends each have a distinct identity, and the panel highlights both hero shades and complementary colours within each. Direct has been inspired by Artist Lee Krasner, with a focus on bright colours being used in an expressionistic way. The second, Rethink, comprises an optimistic colour palette which links with technology and synthetics. And finally Connect, which has been inspired by Japanese forest bathing and the joy of the outdoors, focuses on green hues.

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Offsite Solutions, a UK bathroom pod manufacturer, has launched a range of MEP utility pods. Fitted out in the factory and delivered to site fully completed, this latest advancement in pod technology is designed to accommodate all the mechanical, heating, technology and building services required for individual apartments or studios for build-to-rent or build-to-sell developments. This is a premium product manufactured entirely offsite to suit specific project requirements. All the utility pods will undergo stringent factory testing and quality inspections before arriving on site. These include full function and resistance tests undertaken by an NICEIC-approved electrician. Air testing is carried out on every pod at pre-calibrated static testing stations.

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TAKING THE RIGHT STEPS TO COMBAT FIRE PREMIER LOFT LADDERS

Premier Loft Ladders’ growing range of fire-rated loft ladders offer the benefits of increased warmth retention and safe access, whilst offering up to 120 minutes of fire protection. High strength and durable components also make access to loft space, plant rooms or a flat roof terrace safe and easy. Furthermore, Premier Loft Ladders even offers a fire-rated loft ladder certified for use in passive buildings. Visit Premier Loft Ladders’ website to explore its full range of fire-rated loft ladders.

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F.H. BRUNDLE’S LEGACY CELEBRATED WITH ‘EVERY HORSE IN LONDON’ There are many ways to mark a landmark birthday. Have a party. Go abroad. Go skydiving. But 130-yearold F.H. Brundle, one of Britain’s leading wrought iron, mesh and steel product suppliers, celebrated in a way that honoured its long and storied history. F.H. BRUNDLE

oday, the company supplies a vast array of railings, balustrades, fencing, flooring and decking products, alongside literally hundreds of varieties of metal components. F.H. Brundle challenged artists around the country to design a sculpture using items from its enormous range. The company was bowled over by the scale of the response, after receiving over a hundred entries, ranging from the highly abstract to the very traditional, by customers, sculptors and blacksmiths all around the country.

That made it an extremely difficult decision to choose a winner. But ultimately, there was a clear favourite: ‘Every horse in London’, by Yorkshirebased Artist, Emma Stothard. Fashioned from wire and metal, the piece is a life-sized, free-standing sculpture of a horse being shod by a farrier. In the early days of F.H. Brundle, making horseshoes was a critical part of the business and at one stage, it was even said that every horse in the

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capital sported F.H. Brundle horseshoes. After making an epic 150-mile journey on the back of one of the company’s flatbed trucks, the piece now welcomes visitors to its Burton-on-Trent distribution centre. Emma also kindly gifted Director Michael Brundle with her original prototype, which now lives in his office. For more information about its products, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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BALDWIN BOXALL LEADS AND SOUND PRODUCTIONS AT THE RACES

CISTERMISER’S NEW CPD PRESENTATION EXPLAINS THE BENEFITS OF IOT REMOTE MONITORING

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Nestled in the glorious countryside of Southern Ireland sits the Curragh Race Course, which has recently undergone a €65m redevelopment project across its entirety. Dublin-based Sound Productions was chosen to design and commission the PA/VA and EVC, as well as the TV and other audio distribution systems required for the Curragh buildings and surrounding grounds. The PA/VA system was to be delivered over two phases – the first one being the system rack for the Parade Ring; the second to be the New Grandstand, including two main Baldwin Boxall PA/VA VIGIL control racks delivering power to a network of EN54 loudspeakers. Now fully installed and operational, the PA/VA system is equipped to cater for up to 24 analogue and 32 digital audio channels all distributed to over 50 zones. Multi-zone general paging is also delivered using Baldwin Boxall’s BVRD TSM touchscreen microphones along with BFM series microphones for emergency purposes.

Intelligent washroom controls and water efficiency specialist Cistermiser has launched a new CPD learning module entitled ‘Using the Internet of Things for Water Temperature Monitoring to Help Reduce Risk of Legionella’. The fourth edition of ACoP L8, published by the HSE in 2013 with technical guidance published separately in Health & Safety Guidance 274, helps duty-holders comply with legal duties and Part 2 of this document specifically deals with control of Legionella bacteria in hot and cold water systems. This CPD fully discusses how remote monitoring systems using IoT technology platforms can deliver significant advantages for management of commercial buildings in the 21st century. One hour in duration with a closing Q&A, this CPD learning module from Cistermiser is presented in a ‘short seminar’ format and is approved by three third party organisations: The CPD Certification Service, RIBA and CIBSE.

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THREE HAURATON DRAINAGE SYSTEMS INSTALLED AT BIOMASS PLANT The Margam Green Energy Biomass Plant is a 40MW electricity power station utilising chipped wood waste as fuel otherwise destined for landfill. When fully operational, the project will use around 300,000 tonnes of waste wood from nearby regions. HAURATON

auraton supplied three types of channel to meet the rigorous specifications for surface drainage of the main concreted yard surrounding the plant, weighbridges and car park. Three sizes of RECYFIX HICAP high capacity channels were installed in the yard – 3m of HICAP 1000, 303m of HICAP 2000 and 255m of HICAP 3000. The total water capacity of the HICAP channels was just over 20,390l. By installing this system, the channel runs were kept

to a minimum so saving on installation costs and future maintenance. Factory fitted with 14mm slotted ductile iron inlets, the channels comply with a loading Class of F900 so can easily take the weight of a HGV fully laden with wood chips. Importantly, once installed, the complete system is highly resilient to the twisting forces imposed by the laden vehicles. 42m of FASERFIX SUPER 150 channels with Class F900 ductile iron 20mm gratings were installed around the two weighbridges. The FASERFIX channel component is made

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from the company’s fibre reinforced concrete with galvanised steel angle housings moulded into the top edges of the channel during production. This specification is highly resistant to extreme loads and constant dynamic forces and was found to be ideal for the weighbridge application. The FASERFIX gratings are secured by SIDE-LOCK patented boltless system. The system allows gratings to be installed and later, removed quickly. Finally, 39m of RECYFIX PRO 100 Type 75mm factory fitted with FIBRETEC heel-safe gratings were installed in the car park. The FIBRETEC grating is moulded from a fibre strengthened Polyamide (PA-GF) and allows loadings up to Class C250 (BSEN 1433). All the RECYFIX channel components specified for the project are made from 100% recycled polypropylene derived from post-consumer and post-industrial sources.

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HEMP AT HEART OF LOW-CARBON, LOW-RISE BUILDING SOLUTION ROMAN PRODUCTS

Building technology specialist, Roman Products, introduced a new versatile, low-energy, modular building system on the Magply stand at Futurebuild in March. Named JÖ BLOX, the rapid build system uses a hemp and foam resin core that can be produced in a range of bespoke designs. The JOBlox system is considered ideal for the construction of garden rooms, extensions and high-performance homes, as well as for the erection of emergency shelters in crisis zones. The version on display featured 12mm Magply MgO board for both faces to provide maximum fire resistance, with the overall 200mm wall width achieving Part L compliance.

NEW ADDITIONS EXTEND THE RANGE OF STO’S INTELLIGENT FACADE PAINTS STO

The introduction of two new products has extended the range of applications that can now benefit from the StoColor Dryonic family of iQ – Intelligent Technology – facade paints. StoColor Dryonic S and StoColor Dryonic Wood have joined the original StoColor Dryonic G facade paint. The products all feature Sto’s Dryonic technology. This creates a facade surface, which replicates that found on the body of a particular type of desert-living beetle. In the same way that this surface channels away moisture falling onto the beetle to provide drinking water, a Sto Dryonic surface promotes fast and efficient drainage of water, allowing the surface to dry rapidly and greatly inhibiting the appearance of algae, fungus and unsightly marks.

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BERRY SYSTEMS LAUNCHES CP-DAS – THE CAR PARK DESIGN ADVICE SERVICE BERRY SYSTEMS

The increasing pressures of parking are frequently a key consideration for designers and architects, which is why Berry Systems has launched CP-DAS: the Car Park Design Advice Service. Whether it’s refurbishing an existing structure, designing a bespoke car park, planning a modular parking solution or a facade, this new service offers architects, specifiers and contractors expert advice across all systems and sectors. With more than 45 years of experience, CP-DAS by Berry Systems can provide clients with comprehensive information and consultancy on all aspects of car park design, including access control, safety protection, traffic flow and exterior cladding options.

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