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Voice of the Industry Paul Statham of Condeco Software discusses designing flexible workplaces of the future

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Greenhouse A moored WWII Ferro concrete barge on the Penryn harbour in Cornwall is transformed ■

Design & Desire New London Architecture unveils the capital’s best architectural projects of the last 12 months

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fficiency, productivity and comfort are top considerations for any office-based employer. Ultimately, the design of an office plays a crucial role in how employees perform, yet for a high percentage of UK-based offices, providing an optimum working environment isn’t always achievable. One current industry buzzword that encapsulates this need is biophilic design: a design revolution that connects buildings to the natural world – buildings where people feel free and inspired. In this month’s Greenhouse, FC&A profiles the spectacular transformation of a moored concrete barge into a floating, sustainable office space. Designed by Märraum Architects, the design has a maritime theme and sustainability has remained at the heart of all decision making. WALLTITE Spray Foam insulation from BASF was chosen for its ability to accommodate even the trickiest shapes and surfaces as well as its environmental credentials, helping the truly unique project achieve an impressive U-value of 0.12 W/m2K. For more details on this outstanding build, turn to page 8. Meanwhile in this month’s Voice of the Industry, FC&A speaks with Paul Statham, CEO and founder of Condeco Software. Here he discusses the vital importance of flexibility in the workplace and reveals how companies can accurately measure and improve the way workplaces are being used. Elsewhere in this issue you will find dedicated features on Retail Build, HVAC, RAIN/ SuDS, Cladding and BIM. I hope you enjoy this edition. Don’t forget you can also access all of the magazine’s features, product news and supplier information at your fingertips via Future Constructor & Architect’s state-of-the-art app. To download your version free of charge, simply search ‘fc&a’ on Google Play or the App Store.

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Contents Portfolios

News 06 Industry Updates: FC&A rounds up this month’s industry news.

18 Voice of the Industry: Paul Statham at Condeco Software, discusses designing flexible workplaces of the future.

26 Legal & Business: David Bennett, Business Manager at Topcon, comments on the state of the post-election construction industry.

Features 24 Retail Build Focus: A multi-million pound council-led retail development, which will help to attract future investment to Walsall has been successfully managed by Pick Everard.

32 Technical Focus: A patented interseasonal energy store named the Earth Energy Bank (EEB) is changing the face of renewables.

34 Specification Spotlight: In this new focus, FC&A pays tribute to the curtain walling specialist,AluK, with a comprehensive specification guide.

40 HVAC: HygroMatik explores how adiabatic cooling can benefit systems in the long term with cost savings and reliability.

42 RAIN/SuDS: At the Volkswagen Group UK Financial Services’ new headquarters, an innovative system was required to keep the grounds free of flooding.

44 BIM: Jason Ruddle, Managing Director of Elecosoft UK talks to Future Constructor & Architect about the benefits of 5D planning.

46 Cladding: Most of the problems associated with untreated timber cladding can be addressed prior to specification or installation through a better understanding.

08 Greenhouse: With help from WALLTITE spray foam insulation, a moored WWII Ferro concrete barge on the Penryn harbour in Cornwall has been transformed into a striking, floating office space.

13 Sustainability in Development:

Following a strategic review of its property portfolio, Sunderland College has replaced its old facility with two state-of-the-art buildings.

28 Design & Desire: New London Architecture unveils the capital’s best architectural projects of the last 12 months.

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FC&A rounds up the industry news

In Brief First Passivhaus Certified youth hostel

Prototype pop-up tree-office opens for business

Building work is about to start on the UK’s first ever Passivhaus Bunk House, designed and managed by Potter & Holmes Architects and built by DJP Construction.As well as being the first, the Passivhaus Certified project will also be the largest building in Gloucestershire with this certification.When completed in Spring 2016, the new bedrooms will play host to parties of school children as well as providing accommodation for those attending courses and workshops run by the building owner, New Brewery Arts.

Upgraded facilities for Trust

The Sue Lambert Trust, a charity which provides support for survivors of sexual abuse, has moved back into its headquarters on Rouen Road, Norwich, now that the work to upgrade the facilities has been completed.The project was undertaken by LSI Architects and AECOM through Norfolk ProHelp, a network of professional firms, which provide support, free of charge, to voluntary and community groups in their local area.The work has provided the Trust with improved office space, private staff 1:1 space, an additional counselling room and a large training room.

£6m Framework scheme for ISG

ISG has secured its latest framework project for Cleveland Fire Authority, commencing a circa £6 million training and administration centre in Hartlepool. As sole appointee to a four-year capital build framework with the Fire Authority, worth more than £22 million in total, ISG is also delivering a Technical Hub and Training facility and four local fire stations.

TREExOFFICE, a new concept in co-working spaces, has been officially launched in Hoxton Square. It’s the first initiative to be realised by the Park Hack project, led by Groundwork London and Hackney Council, set up to test new innovative models that sustain and enhance public open spaces. Built around a tree, this pop-up office, London’s newest and most unique office space, enables those who work here to both connect with and give back to nature. Those who hire the space will be directly supporting the local environment, with income generated being reinvested into Hackney’s parks and green spaces. TREExOFFICE is also featured in the London Festival of Architecture that took place last month. From today, the eight workspaces in the TREExOFFICE are available for businesses, creative workers and community groups to hire for the next seven months. It is equipped with a power supply and WiFi and has the capability to also host small meetings or intimate events. Community

Personnel Leslie Jones expands senior team

New appointment at MSPS in Scotland

Balfour Beatty appoints NonExecutive Director

Leslie Jones Architecture has added to its senior team with the promotion of Simon Brown to Associate. Simon brings 16 years’ experience in technical delivery for both commercial and residential architecture to Leslie Jones’ senior team. He has led on the technical aspect of a number of the practice’s flagship schemes, including the London Designer Outlet for Quintain.

Morgan Sindall Professional Services, the multi-disciplinary design and engineering consultancy, has promoted Andrew Gotts, formerly civil and structural associate to regional manager for the firm’s Scottish business. Andrew’s new role will see him as a central point of contact for MSPS’ Scottish-based clients, responsible for new design and consultancy enquiries and operations.

Balfour Beatty announces Stephen Billingham has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director. Stephen has over three decades of business and management experience, including 11 years at Balfour Beatty’s predecessor BICC. He was previously Executive Chairman of Punch Taverns, Chairman of Anglian Water Group and an HMG appointed Non-Executive Director of Urenco.

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Industry Updates groups can book the TREExOFFICE free of charge on weekends. The online booking system is live on www. TREExOFFICE.london TREExOFFICE has been created by Natalie Jeremijenko in collaboration with artists Shuster + Moseley, architects Tate Harmer and briefing architects Gensler. It has been brought to Hoxton Square by Groundwork London, Artsadmin and Hackney Council as part of the Park Hack project. The main structure of the office, devised with engineers Price & Myers, is made up of compressed paper with seethrough plastic and translucent polycarbonate making up the outer walls; blurring the boundary between office and nature. A transparent roof will allow sunlight to pour

In Brief Architect’s triple success for Preston

into the space, while the exterior will reflect the local context, merging with the park throughout the seasons. Rory Harmer of architects Tate Harmer said: “Developing the Hoxton TREExOFFICE has been an amazing opportunity

to create a new office concept, changing the way we work in the city. The design highlights the need to improve and utilise our urban green spaces in new and fun ways for everyone to enjoy.”

Architectural and planning consultancy, Cassidy + Ashton, has successfully secured planning permission for two landmark retail and residential schemes in Preston. A third scheme designed by the Preston and Chester-based practice has also been given the green light. Alistair Baines, Chairman at Cassidy + Aston, commented: “These three schemes will deliver an abundance of employment opportunities over the coming years and deliver retail and accommodation space that is much needed in the city.”

Reading tower gets the go ahead

Planning consent for a mixed-use scheme in Reading, Berkshire has been granted, subject to a legal agreement. The CNM Estates redevelopment of the disused King’s Point office building at 120 King’s Road, designed by Assael Architecture, will provide residential accommodation with cascading roof gardens, canal frontage, commercial space and new public realm in Reading.

LDA Design completes initial masterplan

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Independent design, environment and sustainability consultancy, LDA Design, has recently completed its appointment for Lincolnshire Science and Innovation Park Ltd to produce a feasibility study and an initial masterplan for the Lincolnshire Science and Innovation Park (LSIP), situated close to Lincoln City Centre. The development, led by the University of Lincoln and Lincolnshire Co-op will become home to some of the finest scientific minds and most innovative high-tech businesses in the UK.

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Greenhouse The unique floating office space has become a focal point of the local community and an inspiration for a creative business

Working on water When Andrew Marston stumbled across a moored WWII Ferro concrete barge on the Penryn harbour in Cornwall, he saw beyond the rust – envisaging a workshop space bringing together functionality, contemporary design and sustainable living.

he unique floating office space, which opened its doors last year, has become a focal point of the local community and an inspiration for a creative business. Andrew, the father of RobotMother – a private company responsible for developing and managing Jubilee Wharf, went to Märraum Architects – chosen for its curious aesthetic drive, strong ethics and experience of Cornish architecture – with a somewhat tricky brief detailing his vision.With sustainability and energy efficiency at its core the space would include maintenance rooms, a mezzanine level

and bunking space for visiting bands. Michael Hormann, Director and Architect at Märraum explains:“Joining the project once construction had already begun, our flexibility and quick thinking was key to seeing the client’s vision through into the design and build. Lending our ears and experience, we walked Andrew through the drawings by a local designer. Before long we had an idea for a new concept for this commercial project, which would take the plans significantly off course – but for the better. “As floating structures don’t need planning or building regulations, we reveled

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in the design freedom this landscape presented. However, where there were opportunities there were also challenges – so this had to be a flexible process where we bent to fit what was possible whilst still creating something exceptional. “It was very important to create a building that would fit into its context. Much of the inspiration came from the location, which I tried to reflect in the space, the atmosphere, and the views of The Barge. Jubilee Wharf itself is a landmark building because of its sustainable construction, as well as its appearance and function.” Every inch of the 85 x 22ft barge space has been cleverly utilised.The area preceding the hull is a conference room, the adjacent space is used as both a waiting and storage area with the bookcase making up part of the dividing wall above.There is also a kitchenette and the mezzanine level above has even more storage space as well as a private meeting room. Sustainability was at the heart of all the decision making so materials were chosen that would stand the test of time as well as the harsh maritime climate. Insulation was an important part of the refurbishment as it helps to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and working environment as well as helping to keep energy consumption and costs down. The choice of material was paramount in terms of weight as the overall construction weight could not exceed 50 tonnes. Rigid PIR foam insulation was specified originally, however, the bespoke nature of The Barge’s design would not entertain the roof’s jagged roof line and walls of varying

Greenhouse

As floating structures don’t need planning or building regulations, the architect reveled in the design freedom this landscape presented

“The Barge is a striking addition to the vibrant vernacular architecture of the Penryn harbour” surface area without insulation.The result is an airtight building envelope of low permeability, without the need for supplementary material.” A biomass boiler contributes to The Barge’s environmental credentials. Running on logs, pellets or chips the system is connected to the central heating and hot water systems. The carbon dioxide emitted when wood is burned is the same amount that was absorbed over the months and years that the plant was growing making it an environmentally friendly option as well as a financial one too. A composting toilet was chosen for the boat which uses a predominantly aerobic processing system to treat waste, by composting or managed aerobic decomposition.These toilets generally

use little to no water and may be used as an alternative to flush toilets. Aluminium windows and resin structures also work in harmony with the environment whilst bracing the offices against the marine climate. Lacquered timber, brilliant white and teal are used throughout contributing to the ‘at sea’ feel and accents of maritime detail such as circular shaped cut-outs on the ceiling allow for the illumination of the entire open office space. The Barge is a striking addition to the vibrant vernacular architecture of the Penryn harbour, it’s no surprise that it has become a local landmark within the Penryn community. Not only has this innovative building become a local landmark, it has also

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depths. The result would have been gaps in the shell structure causing a serious condensation problem. Hormann recognised this and switched the specification to BASF WALLTITE at a thickness of 160mm helping the project achieve an impressive U-value of 0.12 W/m2K. WALLTITE can even prolong the building’s life as it protects against premature deterioration of materials.The closed cell polyurethane foam was sprayed directly onto the fibre glass surface following the contours of the walls, ceilings and some of the floor forming the basis of these stunning offices. Hormann explains:“WALLTITE is a continuous spray foam that is fast to apply and quick to cure, leaving a minimal amount of

The choice of material was paramount in terms of weight as the overall construction weight could not exceed 50 tonnes

Greenhouse

Every inch of the 85 x 22ft barge space has been cleverly utilised

provided a much needed office space for local companies looking to invigorate business, significantly increase productivity and encourage collaboration. Indeed, great office design can inspire a workforce, making them excited about being in the office, even offer staff different environments for different work tasks.The office desk is no longer the central hub of productivity. Breakout spaces provide a crucial place away from the desk which can aid creativity and inspire ideas.The new layout of the spaces offered at the barge encourages openness and, creative, collaborative thinking. Andrew Marston explains:“The spaces we have created with Märraum have surpassed

Lacquered timber, brilliant white and teal are used throughout contributing to the ‘at sea’ feel

“Sustainability was at the heart of all the decision making, so materials were chosen that would stand the test of time” Insulation was an important part of the refurbishment as it helps to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature

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all the design criteria we established at the projects’ inception, and have been admired and enjoyed by all who encounter them.” He continues: “We have used Marraum for two unique and demanding construction projects – an office construction on top of a 1941 concrete barge hull, and the conversion of a 1950s warehouse to high quality studio space. Marraum provided visionary architectural skills, as well as an attention to detail and perseverance through the whole construction process. The spaces we have created with Marraum have surpassed all the design criteria we established at the projects’ inception, and have been admired and enjoyed by all who encounter them. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services, or using them for future projects.” Michael Hormann adds: “From the moment the first roof panels were laid to the day we sailed the structure into position, it was an exhilarating process to be part of.The result: a bold new working environment that gets people talking and minds whirring.”

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Both buildings have been constructed using external finishes which ensure they sit sympathetically with the original 1920s buildings

Show-stopping performance Castle chose to install various pieces of high efficiency equipment including photo voltaic panels and air handling unit equipment

As one door closes, another opens. Or, in the case of Sunderland College, as one building at the end of its lifespan is demolished, two state-of-the-art buildings are created to replace it.

ollowing a strategic review of its property portfolio and a structural survey of one of its main sites, Sunderland College took the decision to close its Shiney Row campus. The building, which dated back to 1970 and was originally home to visual and performing arts students, had a number of age-related issues and, as the internal teaching facilities needed significant modernisation, the college decided a new bespoke development would create a better learning environment for students. Looking to its Bede campus, where the existing sports facilities were also coming to the end of their life span in terms of meeting the delivery requirements of a modern day sports curriculum, it was decided to demolish this building, replacing it and the former Shiney Row campus with two purpose built structures. Embarking on a significant ÂŁ22 million investment programme, the college appointed main contractor BAM Construction to construct new buildings for sport and visual and performing arts on the one site. Not only would this significantly improve the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facilities, it also enabled an increase in student numbers by approximately 750, with 2500 learners now studying at Bede campus.

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Energy efficiency and the creation of the most comfortable learning environment were high on the college’s agenda

Linking old and new As existing buildings on the Bede campus operated off analogue equipment, Castle faced the challenge of integrating new digital systems and ensuring that all buildings on the site would be interconnected for the benefit of CCTV, burglar and fire alarms. Due to the many functions each building would be performing, each represented its own particular set of challenges in relation to the levels and complexity of building services requirements. In the case of the sports facility, as it features a full size sports arena capable of hosting a number of sports, it was necessary that it met Sport England’s

standards. Meanwhile, in the case of the visual and performing arts building which houses a fully-functioning performance theatre, dance studios, drama studios, music recording studios, cinema room, photography studio and spaces for visual art, graphic design, media and film studies, as well as design and textiles, it was reliant on a complex system of building services. This is particularly the case with regard to the lighting as each performance requires different effects to reflect various moods. To meet this need, Castle installed a main system compatible with specialist theatre lighting designed and installed by Northern Lights. A further consideration which added to the challenge for Castle was the college’s desire that no building user could move from a lit environment into darkness. The buildings’ feature lighting systems used passive infrared sensors (PIR) activated by motion – this was particularly difficult to accommodate.

Complex construction Given the complexity of the building services role and the rooftop location of the plant rooms from which the heating systems operate, combined with the aim of achieving a BREEAM rating of Very Good, Castle chose to install various pieces of high efficiency equipment including photo voltaic panels, air handling unit equipment and two Remeha low Nox boilers. In addition to their high performance and

efficiency, these particular boilers were chosen because they are both compact and lightweight. Indeed Dave Wright from the project’s M&E design consultant, DESCO, commented of the plant room installation “it was one of the best they had ever seen.” Speaking about the project and its complexities, Castle’s contracts manager Lee Mitchell said: “This is the first project we have carried out on behalf of BAM Construction and I believe its successful delivery is down to a number of factors, not least the fact that the design and build team forged a close and flexible working relationship with each other and the client. Added to that we were fortunate in having a client that was willing to listen and take on board sound advice. Furthermore, by using 3D modelling as well as having extensive experience of working on heavily serviced buildings, with high levels of footfall and which operate for long periods throughout the day, we were able to predict beforehand where the challenges to timely programme completion might lie. “Throughout the project we were mindful of the importance of installing the most energy efficient building services solution possible. Running costs are increasing and the need to drive energy efficiencies for the sake of the college and environment building services are now higher on the agenda than ever before. I would go so far as to say in some cases they are taking over from the aesthetics and construction of buildings.

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Energy efficiency and the creation of the most comfortable learning environment were high on the college’s agenda and were key drivers when it came to installing building services. Also, due to the range of activities taking place in each building, it was clear from the start that the mechanical and electrical services required to run them would be complex and challenging. Both new buildings would require a high level of mechanical and electrical (M&E) services and as part of its project team, BAM Construction appointed building services design and installation specialists, Castle Building Services (Castle), at the outset – a move which would prove invaluable on such a challenging scheme.

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The visual and performing arts building was reliant on a complex system of building services

been able to increase student numbers by 750 and are now catering for some 2500 students at Bede campus alone.” This latest scheme has been such a success that the design and build team has been appointed to carry out further work for Sunderland College on the development of its £29m flagship City Campus, which will deliver a range of vocational courses in the

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heart of Sunderland. This scheme is part of planned regeneration within the city centre and is important for raising the aspirations of the local community as well as the students who will study there when it opens in September 2016.

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“On this occasion we were working for a contractor who had the utmost confidence in our abilities and involved us at the outset by allowing direct access to an end user who took the advice of the professional team. This saved both time and money and also meant that the building services team were on hand to offer support and answer any queries the client might have throughout the project’s delivery.” Designed by Newcastle-based architect, Red Box Design, both buildings have been constructed using external finishes which ensure they sit sympathetically with the original 1920s buildings that make up the Bede campus. Delighted with the two new buildings, which were delivered on time and to the given budget, Karen Wade, Sunderland College’s director of facilities management, commented: “This was a significant project for the college to undertake and the design and construction team have been first rate, seamlessly delivering a scheme which incorporates all our requirements. “Both the sports and visual and performing arts buildings are a real boost to the college’s facilities and provide students with a first class learning environment in which to study, while at the same time proving highly energy and cost efficient. Since completion we have

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Global commercial rents are increasing and the fixed desk is becoming steadily more irrelevant

ith demand for office floorspace on the rise again, now is the time for the architect industry to finally move away from the rigid building design that has defined the workplace for generations. Breaking free from rigid desks and creating a smart, flexible, office will allow companies to build an office of the future that will both meet the changing needs of workers and allow businesses to get the best out of their costly workplace. Global commercial rents are increasing and the fixed desk is becoming steadily more irrelevant, so it has never been so important to design a workplace that is both flexible and agile. Continuing to design rigid traditional spaces will only lead to a struggle for companies embracing new technologies and implementing innovative ways of working in their office space. According to research, the work environment is at par with salary when it comes to measuring employeesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; job satisfaction. Employees are looking for offices that are technologically-equipped with collaborative working areas and break-out spaces that encourage interaction and knowledge-sharing rather than rigid workspaces. Research shows that 41% of employees prefer to have access to team space, while 32% prefer breakout spaces rather than a conventional meeting room. Despite the high rating for collaborative spaces and the positive effects that these have on staff retention and productivity, it is estimated that unproductive meetings cost businesses $37bn every year. Double-booked meeting rooms or â&#x20AC;&#x153;no-showsâ&#x20AC;? affect not only productivity, but also have a direct link to staff morale.

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In the 21st century office, the onus is on designers to create office space that is smart enough to allow technology to be easily integrated

This problem causes frustration for the workforce and has a negative impact on productivity – with employees booking rooms months in advance “just in case” but never using them, and staff “sharking” outside of meeting rooms waiting for space to become available, or even staff forced to hold impromptu meetings sat in corridors. A survey commissioned by Condeco shows that typically around 20% of meeting rooms booked out are not being used at any one time.This entails a real cost for businesses that see their space being used inefficiently and their staff unable to make the most of their potential. Therefore, architects and designers have a huge part to play in designing the office of tomorrow – which will revolve around the use of technology in the workplace and the need to optimise floor space due to ever-increasing rental prices. If designers and architects create office spaces that allow for flexible working and the implementation of technology they will not only be saving businesses money in the long-run but they will also help customers create an office culture which reflects modern working habits. People are the lifeblood of any organisation and attracting and retaining talented

professionals is a number one priority for companies that aspire to be competitive under stiff competition. In the 21st century office, the onus is on designers to create office space that is flexible and smart enough to allow technology to be easily integrated. Creating an office space that caters for the changing demands of the modern workforce will help attract and retain the very best talent, which is essential if a company wants to thrive.The office of the future is here already.The way people interact with their office space has shifted fundamentally and is becoming key in the post-recession era. Businesses can no longer provide staff with allocated desks and computers and expect them to perform their best. Collaborative spaces, breakout areas and the availability of technological solutions that save time and simplify tasks can be vital drivers for boosting staff morale and can make a real difference in improving employee job satisfaction. New offices must be tech-ready, flexible enough to allow staff to thrive, and allow workers to easily collaborate with each other. This has become increasingly important across the world, but none more so in the UK because it has experienced the biggest surge in new office space since the financial crash, with occupied floor space jumping 44% in 2014 in London. However, here at Condeco Software, we discovered that average office workspace utilisation is as low as 38%, leaving companies investing in millions of pounds of premium real estate that routinely goes unused by staff.

Furthermore, research from HR company Robert Half recently revealed that flexible working has increased 37% in the last three years alone. Our newest solution Condeco Sense enables business leaders to access accurate, real-time data on how their workspaces, meeting rooms and breakout spaces are used, while our room and desk booking solutions can completely transform the way staff access and use the workspace around them.This is clearly something companies wanted, because we now work with more than 500 companies across the world and 30 of the FTSE 100. In a year-long Condeco Sense study, monitoring its deployment in 13 different countries, Sense identified over 600,000ft2 of wasted office space – an estimated $198,000,000 in real estate savings for businesses globally. With the UK standing as the most expensive office location in the world, it is vital for the leading global companies based here to ensure they make the most of every last inch of their facilities. Architects helping to shape the offices of tomorrow need to ensure that the buildings are flexible – to help maximum efficiency and to help companies save money and ensuring their second most costly corporate asset is utilised. Not only that, buildings need to be designed to allow easy installation of technology which allows companies to create a smart workplace and maximise office utilisation.

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Mardome sees the best light The rising cost of energy bills, legislative changes and environmental regulations have all played their part in the industry-wide requirement for higher levels of daylight in today’s buildings. After all, a well-designed building with a good spread of natural light will ensure sufficient daylight enters and reduces the need for artificial lighting.

roven in a wide range of applications from schools and retail sites to warehousing and sporting facilities, Mardome rooflights from Brett Martin Daylight Systems deliver environmental benefits in a number of ways. As well as bringing free natural daylight into the building, these lightweight, easy to fit rooflights improve aesthetics, are thermally efficient and provide design flexibility due to a range of specification options. With building designers seeking technical solutions for a variety of roof types, the BBA certified Mardome rooflights are suitable for use on flat, low pitched or curved roof structures where the roof pitch is up to 15°. Approved for use with all the major flat roofing manufacturer’s systems including single ply, bituminous, metal, liquid applied and asphalt, Mardome rooflights have a range of installation options for new build and refurbishment projects, for standard and non-standard sized openings, with or without a builder’s upstand. Mardome Trade is the standard specification dome featuring a low rise glazing profile and energy efficient design. Mardome Ultra is a higher specification rooflight, with a PAS 24:2012 tested secret fix security system concealed by a contemporary anodised aluminium frame whilst Mardome Reflex is a glazing only unit providing an economical solution for refurbishment projects. With thermal performance now crucial at every project, triple skin Mardomes achieve the requirements of Part L, while quadruple skin, double glazed glass and multiwall polycarbonate options exceed requirements still further with Ud values as low as 0.95W/ m²K. In addition, an extensive choice of ventilation and opening options are available

to help meet the requirements of Part F. Where external noise is a consideration, the Mardome Acoustic Pack achieves a sound reduction of 15dB in rain penetration tests, reducing rain noise by almost two thirds.

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HVAC

There’s a real choice of domestic air conditioning equipment available now in the UK

A cool new market for the uk? Air conditioning in homes is not perceived as an immediately prolific market in the UK, living as we do in a climate that requires cooler air more rarely!

owever, leading air conditioning manufacturer LG is experiencing a steady increase in demand for domestic air conditioning products here, and not always simply driven by the desire for cooler air – although the number of warm, sticky nights in the year when air conditioning would be a wonderful addition to our homes, is on the rise. Much of the demand for air conditioning in UK homes is for higher end new build properties, but equally there is demand from people who are not necessarily

looking just or even primarily for cooler air – but for better air quality, for a removal of the moisture out of the air, reducing the humidity levels associated with warm spells in the UK, for filtered air removing the allergens from the air that cause havoc for hayfever and asthma sufferers, for people living in urban areas where opening windows to cool down lets in noise pollution and provides a security issue. There’s a real choice of domestic air conditioning equipment available now in the UK – from designer wall mounted systems

Users can set the system up to make it exactly what they want it to be, meeting their own very personal requirements

through to bespoke whole house systems. And whilst the term air conditioning immediately gets associated with cooling, the majority of units available these days can provide heating through heat pump technology, making them an all year round investment – not one just for a few weeks a year when the air temperature and associated humidity levels become stifling. The demand for air conditioning units is very definitely on the rise. If you are involved in a new build or refurbishment project for a luxury end property, the owners will be happy to see as many value added features included as possible, and a quality air conditioning system will qualify. As with many items in a building project, if you incorporate the air conditioning system at the time of the build you will considerably reduce the cost of the installation over retrofitting it at a later date. Importantly air conditioning – as well as providing cooling and heating – can also address humidity and if there is someone in the family that will be living in the home that suffers from allergies, an air conditioning system is a great way to filter allergens out of the air. Users can set the system up to make it exactly what they want it to be, meeting their own very personal requirements. Modern air conditioning systems have managed to evolve to lose the noise problem that early systems undoubtedly had. Modern motor and fan technology can see the sound levels as low as 19dB – whisper quiet. Impressively these systems can also deliver up to 60% energy savings over comparable older units as well, being extremely energy efficient compared to earlier systems. 8 partner.lge.com/uk

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Retail Build Focus

This new scheme will help to attract major retailers to Walsall, creating a thriving hub in the centre

Retail therapy A multi-million pound council-led retail development, which will help to attract future investment to Walsall and create hundreds of new jobs, has been successfully managed by Pick Everard. By acting now the council is investing in Walsall’s future employment opportunities

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alsall Council is leading the way with its forward thinking and investing in the town centre to construct a £5.8m premier shopping destination after procuring the services of Pick Everard through the Scape National Project Management and Quantity Surveying Framework.

Creating jobs The local authority committed nearly £7.8m from its own cash reserves to cover the overall cost of the project – set to create more than 150 direct jobs in two new retail units. Pick Everard has provided key services including project management, quantity surveying and health and safety advisory services on the Old Square Shopping Centre development. UK fashion giant Primark and the Midcounties Co-Operative food store are now preparing to move in. From start to completion the project took 26 months delivered to tight timescales. Alastair Hamilton, Partner at Pick Everard, said: “We worked closely with the council to configure an approach to help regenerate and transform the town centre. “This new scheme will help to attract major retailers to Walsall, creating a thriving hub in the centre. Already the improvements made to the shopping centre has created a 20 per cent increase in footfall.

Retail Build Focus “By acting now the council is investing in Walsall’s future employment opportunities and securing its place in the West Midlands as a great place for major retailers to come to.”

Pick Everard supervised the work on site to ensure a smooth process for the client throughout

Delivering key services Pick Everard project managed the partdemolition of a former Tesco store to allow for the development of Primark and the Coop food store.Work on the centre also saw the formation of a new service access tunnel. The development posed many challenges which were overcome by the team.The consultancy’s management of the project allowed it to work closely with the contractor, Morgan Sindall, and the council to review risks and develop solutions each week. Alastair added: “We were met with some significant challenges along the way but our team of experts quickly overcame these to meet the council’s need for strict timescales to ensure the new shopping centre’s success. “We also provided a liaison role with the new tenants to ensure any issues were addressed quickly.We pride ourselves on our ability to understand our clients’ visions and feel we have gone above and beyond what the council outlined.”

The development posed many challenges which were overcome by the team

Smooth process for the client

Delivering across sectors and services Pick Everard operates across a broad range of sectors including retail, blue light, education, healthcare, defence, custodial, industrial & manufacturing and workplace. Services include project management, cost management, architecture, building surveying, building services engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering and

management advice. When clients work with Pick Everard, they are working with a company which has an award-winning project portfolio covering major retail development, city centre and urban regeneration, commercial and leisure projects. Established in 1866, Pick Everard is a multi-professional practice with an integrated in-house team of more than 450 architects, engineers, surveyors and project managers with offices throughout the UK in London, Glasgow, Manchester, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Bury St Edmunds, Cardiff, Inverness and Taunton.

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Pick Everard supervised the work on site to ensure a smooth process for the client throughout. Councillor Adrian Andrew,Walsall Council’s deputy leader and portfolio holder for economy, infrastructure and development, said: “Pick Everard’s approach to collaborative working and robust project management ensured a challenging public sector led regeneration project was delivered on time and within budget. “The development has been funded by the council’s cash reserves and will have a very positive impact on people in the local community – boosting the economy through the direct creation of jobs and acting as a catalyst for further investment and jobs in the town centre. “Furthermore, having been involved in this project, with the leader of the council Cllr Bird, for a number of years we are delighted with the progress.”

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Design&&Business Legal Desire Widespread investment in infrastructure over the next five years will demand over 200,000 new jobs in the construction industry

Taking on the skills gap David Bennett, Business Manager at Topcon, discusses the state of the post-election construction industry and how we can meet the demands for infrastructure in the next five years with regards to the skills gap.

business activity rose, signifying a post-election bounce.As we see key infrastructure projects like HS2 get the go ahead, it seems the brakes are now off. Widespread investment in infrastructure over the next five years will demand over 200,000 new jobs in the construction industry. But, the talent pool is looking severely depleted after losing 350,000 skilled workers, including surveyors, architects and designers, to the recession. 3,000,000 new apprenticeships is a step in the right direction, but with just 8030 completed construction apprenticeships in the UK in 2013/14, we have a long way to go before we close the gap. To quote the words of the Construction Industry Training Board,“we need to attract, train and retain the next generation”.There is a responsibility within the construction and manufacturing industry to invest in our future workers. Over the past three years, we’ve been working closely with Class of Your Own (COYO) to do just this. COYO is the UK’s most innovative and successful social enterprise for education and the built environment, providing accredited learning and teacher training programmes. The partnership began in 2012 to provide teaching experiences in the areas of surveying and precise positioning for high school students across the UK.Topcon

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David Bennett, Business Manager at Topcon, has worked in the construction industry for 13 years. He has been managing the UK and Irish business at Topcon since 2013. now sponsors three schools in Sheffield and Liverpool and provides equipment for students to teach them the fundamental principles of surveying. I recently worked with a class of 15 and 16 year old students from King Ecgbert School in Sheffield as part of the Construction IT Alliance (CITA) Smart Collaboration Challenge to design and digitally construct a community building. Not only do initiatives such as this give young people a tangible perspective on maths practices like trigonometry, but it educates them about a career in construction. In order to meet the demands of the growing construction industry, manufacturers and institutions need to work with the wider industry through training schemes and initiatives similar to COYO. If we are to maintain sustainable construction activity in the future then it’s our responsibility to act.

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ost-election Britain has a new political landscape but housing and infrastructure is still a hot topic on all politicians’ lips.The Queen’s Speech outlined plans for a Northern Powerhouse, 200,000 new Starter Homes and brownfield land development, leaving the construction industry in anticipation of new projects.After the extension to David Cameron’s stay at No.10, the sector now waits with bated breath to hear the government’s plans for, what is arguably, construction’s biggest issue: the skills gap. In the run up to the election, the construction industry seemed to stall.An uncertain political climate led companies to temporarily side-line projects which, along with a very clear lack of workers, culminated in a ‘slowdown’ in April.The Markit/CIPS construction purchasing managers’ index (PMI) – a monthly survey providing insight into output, new orders, employment and prices – revealed a definite reduction in outputs in April.The three major areas affected were residential, commercial and civil engineering. As the Conservatives entered No.10, the industry seemed to breathe a sigh of relief as fears of political and financial indecision, that a hung parliament had threatened, dissipated. According to May’s PMI, confidence levels peaked at their highest in almost 10 years and

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Design & Desire

Celebrating London’s architecture The King’s Cross Pond Club, the Tower of London poppy installation, an Al Jazeera newsroom and a Premier Inn – New London Architecture unveils the capital’s best architectural projects of the last 12 months.

ew London Architecture, the capital’s leading thinktank organisation centred on architecture and the built environment, has announced the shortlist for the annual New London Awards. Comprising the best, most original and city-defining projects that have graced the capital in the past 12 months, this year’s awards see 137 projects across 16 diverse categories ranging from one-off homes to large scale masterplans and transport infrastructure. London’s only awards to celebrate new projects with the highest architectural quality

as well as outstanding contribution to London, the New London Awards features a varied array of projects – both built and unbuilt – from a community centre made of materials recycled from the 2012 Olympics to a set of bungalows in Barking, east London, and an installation on the South Bank inspired by the concept of love. Awards will be handed out to projects that have either completed in the last two years or are now on the drawing board. High profile projects in this year’s awards include the Garden Bridge by Thomas Heatherwick Studio, in the Transport and Infrastructure

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High profile projects in this year’s awards include the Garden Bridge by Thomas Heatherwick Studio Image

category, and the substantial new office district created within the Pancras Square development in King’s Cross, which has received multiple nominations across the Public Spaces, Office Buildings and Public Buildings categories for its various elements. Following the riots in 2011, the planned regeneration of Tottenham High Road has been nominated in the Masterplan and Area Strategies category.The scheme will see a collaboration with Tottenham Hotspur Football Club to create a new state-of-theart stadium along with a new residential neighbourhood and community park. Other major schemes to compete in the awards this year include the new townscape of the Keybridge House development in Vauxhall providing 415 new homes, the new Heathrow Terminal Two by Luis Vidal + Architects and the plans to integrate and improve accessibility of the difficult Barbican area with the rest of the City. With London reaching record population heights, the Housing category provides the biggest selection of projects in this year’s competition.The redevelopment of the former art deco cinema, Queens, by Stiff + Trevillion and the courtyard housing bungalows by Patel Taylor display two of the smaller scale projects to be shortlisted.Whilst Aylesbury by HTA Design and Gasholders by Wilkinson Eyre demonstrate the larger scale schemes that are being created to try and cope with the capital’s growing population. Public space and accessibility is a theme reflected in the installations that have made a major impact in the fabric of the capital over the past year.The Tower Remembers saw a sea of 888,246 ceramic poppies engulf the historic Tower of London site to help mark the centenary of the First World War.The Temple of Agape, a colourful interactive installation by Morag Myerscough, helped to add a new vibrancy to the South Bank streetscape with

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Design & Desire

Pop Brixton is a temporary hub for workspace and leisure in the heart of Brixton

The numerous architectural additions to King’s Cross has resulted in nine nominations

its theme of the Festival of Love. Pop Brixton is a temporary hub for workspace and leisure in the heart of Brixton, whilst the soon-to-be Borough Triangle development site has been opened up, prior to works commencing, to create a gallery, pop-up bar and a workshop for a technology charity. The theme of placemaking has been a common thread through many of this year’s nominees across multiple categories with King’s Cross Square shortlisted in the Public Spaces category; the starchitect-spectacular Battersea Power Station in the Masterplan and Area Strategies category and the King’s Cross Pond Club, nominated for the Temporary award.The Clapham Old Town improvements in the Public Spaces category and the Ham Yard hotel complex, which reintegrates forgotten Soho streets, in Hotels & Hospitality are further examples of the renewed interest being focused on London’s public spaces.

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London Heathrow Terminal 2, The Queen’s Terminal by Luis Vidal + Architects

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with the most nominations with a total of 17 projects up for the award and the numerous architectural additions to King’s Cross has resulted in nine nominations. Architecture practice Allford Hall Monaghan Morris (AHMM) can celebrate their 25th anniversary this year with six nominations, joint highest with Allies and Morrison who also cap a successful year with six projects up for awards.They feature alongside a host of architects that are among the best and most prestigious in the world including Grimshaw, Farrells,Wilkinson Eyre, Stanton Williams,

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Gensler, SimpsonHaugh and Partners and Duggan Morris. Category winners and the Overall Winner will be announced at the NLA Annual Lunch at the Guildhall this month. In addition, special awards will be presented for the New Londoner Award, the figure that has made a significant contribution to the capital in 2015, and the Mayor’s Prize, for the project which has most creatively contributed to London’s economy.

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The Public Buildings category is evidence of the rise in renovation and extensions to major institutions that have been undertaken or proposed in the past year. The planned renovation of the Alexandra Palace East Wing, the NT Future regeneration of the National Theatre and the creation of the Reading Room at the Wellcome collection have all been shortlisted, each forming significant yet sensitive additions to some of London’s most beloved buildings. In the Hotels & Hospitality category, nominees include the new BFI headquarters by Ben Adams Architects, which saw the architects undertake the ambitious task of transforming the location into both a public and private venue with a restaurant on the ground floor. Luxury hotels such as the new Mondrian hotel by EPR Architects with Design Research Studio and The Beaumont Hotel by Reardon Smith Architects and Richmond International also see nominations in the same category. Innovations in the hotel market complete the group, such as the Covent Garden hub by Premier Inn, a compact concept hotel consisting of 163 rooms, and the Wombat’s London youth hostel, which redefines the idea of ‘hostel living’ with a smart and chic design. Other notable nominations include the 1Rebel gym by Studio C102 that has been designed to resemble a nightclub, a new private home converted from a 17th century, Grade I-listed church tower designed by Sir Christopher Wren and the new Al Jazeera studio and headquarters in the Shard by Veech x Veech and John McAslan + Partners, which has seen the creation of one of the most sophisticated and technologicallyadvanced production studios in the world. With 263 towers planned for the capital, tall buildings such as Dollar Bay by SimpsonHaugh and Partners, located near Canary Wharf, Alpha Square on the Isle of Dogs, and the South Bank Tower by KPF Associates, near Blackfriars Bridge, made the shortlist in the Housing, Mixed-Use and Conservation & Retrofit categories respectively, demonstrating future icons for the capital. Brand new buildings are celebrated at the awards as well as timeless classics that have been given a new lease of life.The varied scales of projects shortlisted in the Conservation & Retrofit category sees both the gargantuan BBC broadcasting complex at Aldwych, including the iconic Bush House, given a new lease of life as a flexible workspace for 21st century occupiers, and also the Black Cultural Archives in Brixton which has brought a derelict ‘at risk’ Grade II building back into active use as a landmark resource for Britain. Camden has been the London borough

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Technical Focus

The new face of zero carbon Although renewables are becoming a much more prominent feature of building projects, zero carbon properties are still far from the norm. A patented interseasonal energy store named the Earth Energy Bank (EEB) is changing the face of renewables

The Earth Energy Bank’s design utilises the poor thermal conducting qualities of the ground

ntil recently, to meet zero carbon, the building industry had to rely on a multitude of technologies, including complicated and expensive combinations of PV, solar thermal, ground or air source systems, biomass boilers, MVHR and more. Such systems have not only proved prohibitively expensive in the main but also often rely on seasonal shortfalls being made up by power from the grid, in return for overgeneration during other periods. Now, a patented interseasonal energy store named the Earth Energy Bank (EEB) is changing the face of renewables. To offer its full potential, the EEB’s creator Caplin Homes has teamed up with other green technology specialists to provide the Zero Carbon Solution (ZCS), an out-of-the box energy system that allows properties to remain self sufficient for heating, hot water and lighting all year round.

A simple combination of technologies Made up of three core technologies, the Zero Carbon Solution combines Caplin Homes’ thermal energy store with hybrid photovoltaic thermal (PV-T) collectors and a two-way heat pump. It was originally designed for use in domestic dwellings and has already been installed in a number of homes.

The Zero Carbon Solution uses hybrid PV-T solar panels to collect thermal and electrical energy to power a building

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ZCS’s potential isn’t limited to the domestic market, however, as the system may also suit a range of commercial applications. The Zero Carbon Solution uses hybrid PV-T solar panels to collect thermal and electrical energy to power a building.These panels offer a number of benefits over separate PV and thermal arrays, not least because they require around 35% less roof space to produce the same amount of energy. Energy collected from this array is used first and foremost to meet any immediate heating needs. An integrated system carefully measures the temperatures within the property and its hot water cylinders to determine requirements before directing any excess energy via the heat pump to warm the EEB. In winter, when solar power alone

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may not be enough to meet the building’s daily needs, the system draws upon this stored heat.

Storing energy in the earth

An integrated system carefully measures the temperatures within the property and its hot water cylinders

The EEB itself consists of a matrix of boreholes that are just 1.5m deep

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Housed between a building’s foundations, the Earth Energy Bank’s design utilises the poor thermal conducting qualities of the ground, so heat will only escape slowly, as the sides and top are insulated.The EEB itself consists of a matrix of boreholes that are just 1.5m deep and are arranged in the ground within the building’s foundations. It offers several advantages over traditional ground or air-source systems. Firstly, when drawing upon the EEB, the heat pump operates more efficiently, as the raised ground temperature creates a lower differential between the source and output temperatures. Secondly, the EEB requires no deep bore holes or long ground loops. Installation can consequently be completed without the use of specialist drilling equipment or additional space, ensuring significant cost savings. With the electrical energy generated from the PV-T array enough to power the system, buildings using the Zero Carbon Solution are able to remain entirely self sufficient for space heating and hot water all year round – a concept that offers a lot of potential for the building industry.

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Specification Spotlight

A new dimension The AluK Group is a leader in the design and manufacture of a range of aluminium building systems, combining years of experience in the development of innovative solutions that improve our living and working environments – most recently, at the Grade II listed former Central Library building of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

he modern, double skin facade extension provides additional 657m2, and incorporates a new reception entrance off Alexandra Road, workshops, teaching spaces as well as design studios.The original circular reading room has been restored and made available as a public venue. As the main extension to the Grade II listed building, the twin wall facade runs the full 38m of the Alexandra Road elevation. Designed by D2e, a multi-disciplinary engineering and management consultancy, the facade comprises AluK SL60 curtain wall system forming the internal wall, and structurally bonded glazed toughened laminated glass skin forming the outer wall, with an interstitial space between them. The gap between the internal and external wall allows to control the flow of air and temperature within the building interior, using the air exhaust louver on top and the air inlet louver at the bottom to create a ‘chimney’. In winter, solar gain can be collected in the buffer zone, brought into the building and offset the heating costs, while in summer, when overheating can be an issue, windows

can be closed and heat rejected using mechanical ventilation. Banks of bespoke, top hung, open-in AluK 58BW window system are located on the internal wall open and close automatically depending on weather conditions, regulated by sensors located on the face of AluK’s SL60 curtain walling system. Manual operation is also possible to introduce further air. With a visual sightline of 60mm and a mullion depth of 150mm, the SL60 ensures that stringent aesthetic parameters set out by the architect were adhered to.The horizontal Vierendeel members, also designed to incorporate a 60mm face, ensured that the requirement of visual transparency of the main facades was attained.With demanding structural requirements, the 150mm deep mullion was adequate to conclude and surpass the project specification. Internally, the SL60 system seemingly spans 12m unsupported between structural columns.The support comes from a bespoke design of the aluminium Vierendeel Truss walkways, fixed at floor positions and supported by hanging stainless steel rods that are structurally retained in tension.These in

turn act as a carrier for the glass Brise Soleil blades which run the full width of the building following the spectrum of the rainbow. The glass wall is structurally supported back to a series of internal 525mm deep, 19mm thick toughened low iron glass blades. The 12m span of the blades was achieved with one joint to minimise the amount of stainless steel bracket components.The glass wall is structurally supported back to a series of internal 525mm deep, 19mm thick toughened low iron glass blades.The 12m span of the blades was achieved with one joint to minimise the amount of stainless steel bracket components.

AluK at a glance: Product/Service areas: Aluminium Windows, Doors, Curtain Walling Systems Sectors: Commercial, residential, hospitality, retail, transportation, custodial and public sectors Founded: AluK Group - 1969, AluK - 1994 Contacts: Website - www.aluk.co.uk Phone - 01633 81 04 40 General enquiries email info@aluk.co.uk Sales enquiries email sales@aluk.co.uk Technical & specification email technical@aluk.co.uk

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Specification Spotlight SHORT SECTION DETAIL

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Specification Spotlight Glazed frontage Also specified was the GT55 NI Door System, which is perfect for heavy traffic areas where no insulation is required. This system provides the ultimate in security, certified to LPS 1175:SR2 and by ‘Secured by Design’; it is one of the most secure swing door systems available on the market. “AluK met all our requirements in terms of design, performance and service. The design concept was to produce a clean, uncluttered, double height glazed frontage. AluK was able to provide a curtain walling solution with flush silicone jointed glass to meet the project design criteria,” adds Mike Swain. Combining design flexibility with functionality, the SL52 Curtain Walling System installed enables specifiers to create impressive continual expanses of glass that enhance the aesthetics.

PROJECT: Withybush Retail Park AluK (GB) doors and curtain walling systems have been supplied for the refurbishment of an existing retail unit for Debenhams at the Withybush Retail Park in Haverfordwest, Wales. Specified by Holder Mathias, in collaboration with Kier Group, AluK’s aluminium building systems were installed for the new shop front and display windows.

he Debenhams store was the last phase of a complete refurbishment of the 7 units at the site which has transformed what was a tired scheme into a successful, contemporary retail destination,” explains Mike Swain, Technical Director at Holder Mathias. “The works for the Debenhams store started in January 2013, with the shell unit being handed over to the tenant in June 2013. The store has now opened

following the tenant’s fit out.” Combining design flexibility with functionality, the SL52 Curtain Walling System installed (see technical specifications opposite) enables specifiers to create impressive continual expanses of glass that not only enhance the aesthetics of a building but also provide the functionality and performance required to meet and exceed current standards.

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Specification Spotlight SL52 CURTAIN WALLING SYSTEM T-connectors and special profiles that achieve semi-unitised off-site construction • Concealed mullion drainage options and visible zonal drainage option • Varying mullion depths allowing a wide range of achievable Ixx values • Wide range of mullion depths ensures maximum structural optimisation

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Technical specifications

Design features • 52mm capped high rise curtain walling system • Glass loads of up to 400kg • Can be faceted, curved or angled • Various drainage methods including mullion and zonal • Wide range of face caps to meet your design requirements • Fully integrated vent options including POV, TBT,Top Hung, Side Hung, Fixed Light • Large range of box sizes to optimise small to large spans of glazing • CWCT Certified

Options • Standard, Steel-look and Alu-steel framing options available • Glazing and infill range from 6mm - 50mm • Fully integrates with all AluK window and door ranges • Available in single or dual colour option, polyester powder coating and anodised finishes

Configurations • Flexible design allows SL52 to be tailored to suit your project needs • Multiple construction options including traditional shearblock T-connectors, front loaded transoms with sprung

SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE & ACCREDITATION Uf-Value (Double Glazing)* Uf-Value (Triple Glazing)** Green Guide Rating Acoustic Performance (dB) Air Tightness (Pa) Water Tightness (Pa) Wind Load (Pa) Security CWCT Certified CONFIGURATIONS Opening Top Hung Side Hung Fixed Light Tilt & Turn Parrallel Opening vent Single Door Double Door Sliding door SIZE LIMITS Max Vent Weight Top Hung Side Hung Fixed Light Tilt & Turn SYTEM FEATURES Frame Options Dual Colour Option Multi-Point Locking Glazing Options Glazing Thickness

CAPPED SYSTEM 1.297 W/m²K - 1.334 W/m²K 1.206 W/m²K - 0.88 W/m²K B - C Rated Rw (C;Ctr) 37 (-1;-4) dB Class 4 Class E1050 Class E2400 npd Yes Open In & Open Out • • • • • • • • -90 Kg 130 Kg 200 Kg 130 Kg 52mm • • Capped 6mm - 50mm

Designed to offer a flexible, high performance solution, the SL52 Curtain Walling System is a capped solution that enables specifiers to create impressive facades that not only enhance the aesthetics of a building but also provide the functionality and performance required to meet and exceed current standards.

The SL52 system is thermally broken and has been designed to offer flexibility in specification and installation. A complete range of configurations and options are available to meet the needs of your project’s aesthetics and performance. These include a wide selection of cap designs and the incorporation of fixed lights, opening vents and an extensive range of doors. The system is available in any RAL colour and can be dual colour (inside and out) if required. Anodised finishes are also available with marine grade guarantees on request.

* Further details regarding profile Uf figures are available on request (technical@aluk.co.uk). ** Uf-Values based on using 0.7 W/m2K triple glazing with warm edge Swisspacer V bar. Sound insulation values are Rw reduction values and are based on tests using acoustic glazing.

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Specification Spotlight 58BW/BD WINDOW AND DOOR SYSTEM The 58BW/BD window and door system is the perfect choice for residential or commercial projects, offering a cost effective, high performance solution in a wide range of configurations and formats to suit your building design. The window system is available in Top Hung, Side Hung, Tilt before Turn, Fully Reversible and Steel Replacement formats with a range of glazing and hardware options. With clean lines and advanced functionality, this superior window and door system offers you the choice and flexibility to meet your needs.

Design features • Windows available in internally or externally glazed options • Flat, chamfered or Ovolo details to achieve traditional or contemporary appearances • 58mm or 70mm frame depth to accommodate varying types of applications • Project in or project out options, where applicable • Integrated deep head profiles for ease of trickle ventilation • Unique polyamide thermal break design to improve thermal performance

GT 55 TB THERMALLY BROKEN COMMERCIAL DOOR SYSTEM The GT55 TB commercial door system provides the ultimate combination of security and performance. It also includes thermal break profiles for improved performance. It is ideal for a range of heavy duty commercial and public sector applications including offices, hospitals, schools and warehousing.

Design features • Anti-finger trap styles • Thermal break technology for enhanced thermal performance • Unique security and safety features • DDA compliant overhead closer

options using Dorma RTS 87 • Structurally enhanced door framing • Fully glazed, commercial swing door • Incorporates high security mechanical dead lock • Mechanical and electro-mechanical multi-point locking options • Dual colour.

Configurations • Single Doors (Open In) • Single Doors (Open Out) • Double Doors (Open In) • Double Doors (Open Out)

GT 55 NI NON-INSULATED DOOR SYSTEM The GT55 NI commercial door system provides the ultimate in security, certified to LPS 1175 (SR2) and by Secured by Design at a competitive price point. It does not include insulation and thus is ideal for a range of high traffic applications in the commercial and public sector including retail outlets, offices, hospitals, schools, warehousing as well as other industrial applications. This system is also available as a traditional commercial doorset.

Design features • Unique security and safety features

• Ultra secure, specialist glazing • Structurally enhanced door framing • Fully glazed, commercial swing door • Incorporates the Adams Rite Sentinel 6 mechanical dead lock • Integrated with GT55 ground floor treatment system

Configurations • Single Doors (Open In) • Single Doors (Open Out) • Double Doors (Open In) • Double Doors (Open Out)

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HVAC

Cool and precise

The Blutzentrale Linz, a blood transfusion centre in Austria, is an example of where exceptionally strict hygiene and humidity standards were necessary

In order to manage building running costs resourcefully and become more energy efficient, the on-going cost and reliability of HVAC systems should be considered, taking into account ever changing legislation. Andie Chessun, National Sales Manager, HygroMatik UK and RoI, explores how adiabatic cooling can benefit systems in the long term.

climatic data and a minimum level of humidity must be maintained in these rooms, the steam humidification systems in the HVAC control room were converted to efficient high pressure nozzle solutions. The systems have enabled the centre to excel the performance of the previous systems whilst reducing maintenance costs from €7500 per year to €1400 and reducing energy bills from €96,267 per year to €16,036.The adiabatic system helps cool the air which further reduces air-conditioning and energy requirements.This free cooling of incoming air can be used to its full potential in the summer months. Air quality, temperature and humidity play an important role in the large production facility. Due to the highly sensitive nature of activities, both the highest facility specific and hygiene standards are legally stipulated in these rooms. The systems met the legal requirements of strict atmospheric conditions of the Good Measure Practice (GMP) Annex 1 and ÖNorm H6020 standard.To compare the level of air quality, Class A cleanrooms must have under 29 particles of size 5.0 µm per 1m3 compared to a typical office where on average there will be 100,000 particles in the same area. A strict legal framework had to be adhered to the Austrian ÖNorm H6020. The ÖNorm is clearly formulated in relation to room climate and humidity, and is therefore, considerably stricter. Up until its revision in 2007, the ÖNorm H6020 only permitted the use of isothermic humidification systems in the hospital sector. With the revision of the standard,

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Adiabatic systems are really valuable for large projects where free cooling can be exploited to full potential

the possibility of using alternative systems was created, if its microbiologicalhygienic uncritical equivalency to steam humidification can be determined through an assessment. Thus, the use of an energy-efficient adiabatic humidification system could be considered.A water treatment system (without chemical additives) was developed, which together with the high pressure nozzle system forms a complete system in accordance with the regulations and standards.After completion of an 18 month test phase the Upper Austrian authorities were convinced of the high hygiene standard of the new adiabatic system. Adiabatic systems are really valuable for large projects where free cooling can be exploited to full potential; saving costly cooling bills, reducing energy use and lowering carbon emissions. Furthermore, all HygroMatik units are BIM ready, meeting the UK Government’s requirement of level 2 BIM by 2016.

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nlike isothermal (boiling) humidifiers, adiabatic systems take heat energy from the surrounding air to create the humidifying mist. The atomisation therefore has a cooling (adiabatic) effect on the room temperature reducing the energy requirement.With rising energy costs and ever increasing environmental concerns, adiabatic humidification should offer precision, reliability and a large reduction in running costs. The ideal adiabatic systems can offer a free cooling effect of up to 30%, which is beneficial for reducing the load from existing cooling systems, providing further saving on running costs in areas where cooling is required.With some pressured adiabatic systems able to work at capacities of up to 750l/hr, they are particularly suited to environments that demand large humidification loads, such as offices, hospitals, production halls and laboratories. In public sector buildings, especially hospitals and laboratories, public safety can be at risk.The Blutzentrale Linz, a blood transfusion centre in Austria, is an example of where exceptionally strict hygiene and humidity standards were necessary. Here, the Upper Austrian Red Cross installed eight adiabatic HygroMatik HPS systems in the facility. Not only did this prove to meet the exacting standards of hygiene but also helped save the Red Cross a significant amount of money in energy and maintenance costs. The Upper Austrian Red Cross operates cleanrooms with classes A to D over an area of 3500m2. Here, stem cells and tissues are produced from organs that are subsequently reintroduced into the body. As strict limits for

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RAIN/SuDS

SuDS underpin sustainable HQ

Multiple components have been brought together in a unique way

When a building dominates its surroundings with as much visual presence as Volkswagen Group UK Financial Services’ new headquarters in Milton Keynes, it is easy to overlook the infrastructure that underpins it and helps ensure it remains just as impressive in future generations.

or the above ground facilities to retain their appearance and functionality for the long term, foundation work on the unseen underground services is of course essential. Furthermore, these services support an area considerably larger than the footprint of the new building itself, extending to the very perimeter of the site.

Stormwater drainage One such service that was once often dismissed as ‘out of sight, out of mind’ is the drainage of rainwater, in particular from heavy storm events. However, with the impact of climate change on storm severity and rainfall volume a growing concern for those charged with the task of rainwater’s safe management and dispersal, the role of the drainage system is being increasingly considered of vital importance. Against a backdrop of hardening environmental and social responsibility, and in response to increasing legislative and regulatory demands and restrictions, sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS) are today featuring far more frequently in

the remit of architects, civil engineers and construction companies.

SuDS’ engineering requirements At One Delaware Drive, Milton Keynes, the impact of the new £36m, 100,000ft2 HQ and, in particular, its extensive car parking facilities and footpaths, on the efficient movement of rainwater placed a huge practical demand on the planned drainage system. A system was required that would keep the grounds free of flooding, in even the heaviest storms, whilst allowing some of that rainfall to support a number of green features that have been designed within the grounds.As well as providing a natural habitat for numerous animals and birds, these offer an aesthetically pleasing environment in which VW staff and visitors alike can relax in their break time. From a speculative first approach, water management specialist SDS was ultimately commissioned to deliver every aspect of the SuDS services (with the sole exception of the manholes). SDS Sales & Marketing Director, Richard Averley, explains: “Using

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Central to the capabilities of the SuDS system are two ‘GEOlight’ attenuation tanks

our own in-house design facilities, we radically re-engineered the originally intended system. This enabled substantial cost savings to be achieved, which could be passed on to the client,VINCI Construction UK, and the end customer and greatly reduced the environmental footprint and installation time of the scheme.”

Innovative SuDS design Multiple components have been brought together in a unique way to deliver a system that effectively manages the journey of the rainwater from the point at which it first lands above ground to its ultimate point of dispersal.

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A system was required that would keep the grounds free of flooding

Water storage Central to the capabilities of the SuDS system are two ‘GEOlight’ attenuation tanks; with a combined capacity of 175,000 litres these tanks retain the rainwater until such time as it can be released safely. GEOlight’s honeycombed structure gives it a set of unique characteristics that make it ideal for this purpose. A void ratio of 95% enables the tanks to store the maximum amount of water in the minimum amount of space, thereby greatly reducing the volume of earthworks required. Manufactured from recycled post-consumer PVC that would otherwise be destined for

The system has been designed to handle surface water, and thereby prevent any flooding

landfill, the tanks are not only environmentally friendly but, in their lightness and ease of handling, can be installed exceptionally quickly.

Water control The supply of rainwater to the tanks is managed by nine vortex flow control units. These self-activating devices reduce the rate at which water is allowed to enter the drainage system.The energy inherent in the water flow is harnessed to generate the vortex thereby removing any requirement for moving parts or external energy supplies.

Water capture Integral to the system is the laying of over 2500m3 of permeable block paving; rainwater is able to rapidly drain from the surface down into the pavement, ensuring that the water is collected in a safe and efficient manner whilst complementing its surroundings.

Water treatment Any biological contaminants that may be collected in the water on its journey above ground are filtered out by the permeable paving using microbial action.

With such a large number of vehicles on site, pollutants, such as fuel and oil, are treated by dedicated petrol interceptors. The water attenuation tanks are surrounded by geotextile, providing further protection from residual hydrocarbons.

System maintenance As in many other new commercial and residential developments, the use of hard engineered SuDS below ground has helped to facilitate the introduction of green spaces and, in other examples, water features, above ground enhancing the aesthetics of the estate and providing a life-giving resource to many species of indigenous flora and fauna. Underground storage facilities such as GEOlight provide both a safety net to prevent these features from flooding and a welcome limitation to the overall size and capacity that they might otherwise demand. Such a combination of above- and belowground SuDS also has a direct and beneficial impact on the amount and, therefore, cost of system maintenance required.

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The system has been designed to handle surface water, and thereby prevent any flooding, from a 1 in 100 year storm including an additional allowance of 30% that is attributed to climate change and the anticipated increase in the severity of rainfall events. Through the provision of statistical evidence of both rainfall and water storage capacity, the project was able to secure the necessary planning consent from the Environment Agency and Council Planning Department.

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SuDS regulatory requirements Recent amendments to the Flood Water Management Act require that SuDS are considered for all new major commercial developments. When considering planning applications, Local Authorities should consult with their Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) on the appropriate management of surface water and the ongoing maintenance over the lifetime of the development.

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BIM Realising 5D planning may have a similar disproportionate effect on BIM adoption

Tipping point

e are less than six months from 2016, and all of our industry knows that this heralds a phase during which stakeholders in the public sector building process, must not only be conversant with Level 2 BIM but actively using it. The latest NBS BIM report, however, suggests that we may be running behind; though it believes we are through the early adoption curve and that the market is moving towards maturity, it isn’t there yet. 92% of its audience say they will be using it in three years – but that will be behind deadline. The adoption path has been bumpy.The benefits vary, which means no one-size-fitsall approach. BIM is collaborative, so has run into competitive concerns, perceived issues of territory and professional boundaries.The issues are less technical than commercial and emotional – but the biggest barrier is, arguably, the cost/benefit equation. BIM seems a major investment which spans process change and education as well as supportive tools and software – despite the fact that both studies and BIM project experiences suggest massive potential savings.

The industry needs to see that benefit more clearly, to move faster. Business experts often focus on the cascade effect of a small change: James Gleick’s chaos theory proposed ‘the butterfly effect’, while Malcolm Gladwell’s ‘The Tipping Point’ became a management classic. Realising 5D planning may have a similar disproportionate effect on BIM adoption. 5D brings cost management fully into the process of planning a build, putting cost in its rightful place as a primary planning factor, alongside aligning resources and activities to detailed timelines. 5D BIM will be a tipping point in BIM adoption because, for the first time, it puts the issue that is closest to contractors and clients alike at the heart of the process. Until the cost of construction is fully integrated into the workflow neither construction process efficiencies nor the full cost-efficiency potential in the building lifecycle can be seen easily, in real-time and in full context. 5D planning could remove, at a stroke, some of the most visceral commercial fears. 5D will bring new collaborators into the team. Until now planners and estimators have

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Jason Ruddle has more than 25 years’ experience in the construction industry delivering key software solutions, products and services to national house-builders, contractors and the supply chain. sometimes worked entirely separately and often out of synch. By creating integrated teams and breaking down organisational silos 5D BIM will make cost-efficiency ambitions of BIM actionable. It adds commercial benefits to the competitive edge that 4D systems, such as our Asta Powerproject BIM project management platform, already deliver.These enable firms to project, predict and plan different action paths to deliver complex, digitally designed buildings on time. They support on-budget delivery too, by helping to predict and mitigate delays and avoid change risks – but it is 5D which will truly release the ability of construction companies to project and plan cost similarly. Contractors will be able to make smarter financial project decisions, based on an integrated vision of the costs of different potential solutions to problems. The advent of true, practical 5D will be a major point of change – because it will tip the balance between benefit and cost in the right direction for the businesses that make up our industry.

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Jason Ruddle, Managing Director of Elecosoft UK talks to Future Constructor & Architect about the benefits of 5D planning for BIM adoption.

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Cladding Timber cladding is often used in a natural and unprotected state because the common cladding species are naturally durable

Taking a broader view While timber cladding is a technique that has been used for millennia, its use has boomed in recent decades, driven largely by a push for more sustainability in building, as well as a renewed appreciation of its aesthetic benefits. Oak and sweet chestnut have become very popular woods for cladding projects

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n most cases timber cladding still looks as beautiful today as when it was installed 10 or 15 years ago, but in some cases it has not fared as well.The main reason for the occasional failures is that specifiers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always have a strong enough understanding of the different types of weathering â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both natural and human influenced â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that can affect timber.Wood species react differently in modern environments, while elevation and aspect can have a considerable effect on the speed and consistency of weathering. With better understanding of these specifics, those thinking of specifying timber cladding can look forward to longer lasting and more effective installations. Timber cladding is often used in a natural and unprotected state because the common cladding species are naturally durable and do not need protection if they are not in ground contact.This is an advantage because surface treatment can be costly and time consuming. However, when left in its natural state timber will obviously weather more quickly than when protected, and will be more prone to environmental influencers, such as UV, moisture and pollution.

Popular species Oak and sweet chestnut have become very popular woods for cladding projects.These species are heavy in tannic acid, a soluble organic compound which is very reactive and brown in colour. In many cases these species have been used to clad the top storey of buildings while the lower storey has featured bright white render. Rain will cause the tannins and oils to leach out from the wood, often resulting in staining on the render. Other unexpected changes in the appearance of timber cladding include; black and green mould caused by a lack of sunlight and perpetually damp conditions; unattractive blackening due to particulates, particularly ferrous particulates common in urban road pollution, settling on the cladding surface; and surface greying (bleaching) which, while an attractive feature, can also be undesirable if it is uneven due to different levels of exposure to rain and sunlight. Most of the problems associated with untreated timber cladding can be addressed prior to specification or installation through a better understanding of the behaviour of various wood species and their suitability for different environments, as well as more consideration given to the effects of elevation and shading. Additionally there is always the option to apply a surface treatment to the timber cladding which will further mitigate weathering problems. Canadian cedar is the most popular species for cladding. In unpolluted rural areas and

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Timber cladding provides a beautiful and highly desirable facade for buildings

The use of timber has boomed in recent decades

aspect of the elevations, the environment (is it a rural or urban installation?), the proximity of other buildings or trees that might provide shade to some areas, the design and management of water run-off, and of course a consideration of the reactivity of different species, particularly in polluted urban environments. Oak, sweet chestnut and western red cedar are the more reactive species. Larch is less reactive and therefore potentially better suited to harsher urban environments and more complex designs. New thermally modified woods are providing a solution which negates the majority of issues with weathering and the particular natures of different species.These highly robust timbers are extremely stable and of a high quality and present a far less problematic cladding solution for those who

are either unsure or are presented with extremely complex designs and demanding environments. Not only are they highly stable, but their aesthetic is consistent and remains so after installation. Timber cladding provides a beautiful and highly desirable facade for buildings in both urban and rural settings. However, architects and designers should always appreciate that, as a natural material, wood needs a little extra understanding and consideration to ensure long term successful implementation.That extra understanding is certainly worth the effort, and the knowledge and experience gained will serve to ensure subsequent specifications and installations deliver longlasting, attractive, and highly desirable results.

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on designs that have adequately considered weathering factors, uncoated Canadian cedar will develop a beautiful and highly desirable silver/grey colour. However, its inappropriate use in the wrong environment and a failure to consider weathering factors can result in an unattractive patchy appearance instead of an overall uniform silvering. The use of timber cladding on large buildings with numerous elevations and overhangs is commonplace.Yet usually with such large and complex projects, each panel will invariably face a different set of weathering factors, such as exposure to rain, snow, ice, and differing amounts of UV light and wind. As a result there will be a huge amount of differential weathering to consider, and these differing weathering effects can be highly noticeable if not enough consideration is given to aspect and elevation, or where detailing serves to compound the issue. Overhangs, recesses and other detailing must be considered and their effect will be accentuated by a northern elevation. For species which leach extractive compounds during the early stages of weathering, the semi shelter afforded by overhangs can prevent the brown liquid from being washed away, leading to unsightly and prolonged staining. With so much to consider for architects and designers thinking of specifying timber cladding, the correct approach is to take a broader view of the project and the specific environmental influencers that will affect the timber used.These influencers will include

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CPD Focus

Hansgrohe leads the way to WRAS Compliance Hansgrohe has a new RIBA approved core curriculum CPD about WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) called ‘Why WRAS’. Content discusses the importance of compliance to ensure successful project specifications and explores the risk of non-compliance which can have far reaching implications across all the stakeholders. Hansgrohe has over 800 WRAS approved products across a wide range of collections, award-winning designs and price-points.This impressive figure represents an investment of over £2m and is more than double the number of approvals compared to the next closest bathroom fittings manufacturer operating in the UK market. * expertise@hansgrohe.co.uk

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Structural Concrete Alliance announces 2015 seminar dates The Structural Concrete Alliance has announced the 2015 dates for its free to attend regional Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminars. Designed to provide delegates with an introduction to Structural

Asset Protection and Repair, these half-day events offer an introduction to corrosion as well as techniques for repair, protection and strengthening. Three CPD seminars are scheduled for the remainder of 2015: 15th September, Coventry; 20th October, Liverpool and 24th November, Swansea. For those unable to make the seminars, the Alliance also offers CPD presentations which can be delivered on-site to interested parties. * lauren.fairley@agmhouse.com ( 01420 471622

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Trespa launches new seminar for rainscreen cladding A new RIBA approved CPD seminar titled Inspiration by Design, has been launched by Trespa, the manufacturer and supplier of panels for exterior cladding and decorative facades. It examines how building physics such as heat and moisture transfer, thermal bridging and heat conductivity can impact on traditional construction methods. It explores how more energy efficient and sustainable buildings can be created through the use of ventilated rainscreen cladding on a physical and visual level.This seminar follows on from the Principles of Rainscreen where Trespa brings an understanding of how ventilated rainscreen works, including the benefits, critical success and factors leading to confidence in specification. * info.uk@trespa.com

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Learn more about floors with UZIN Do you know much about flooring? Do you want to know how to expedite projects with short time frames, reduce costs or easily gain BREEAM certification? UZIN will teach you how. UZIN is renowned for problem solving solutions and technical service, visiting building sites and providing expert advice to architects and flooring contractors. As part of this ethos UZIN is now providing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is part of the RIBA CPD Providers Network, delivering CPD seminars to clients at its offices. The seminar ‘Modern Installation Systems for Floor Coverings’ provides a detailed overview of the correct specification process for perfect flooring installations. * info@uzin.co.uk

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Wetroom Design & Specification CPD from CCL Wetrooms The popular Wetroom Design & Specification CPD from CCL Wetrooms, guides Architects through the process of designing and specifying a watertight wetroom.The free, 45 minute technical presentation can be

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organised at a time and venue to suit attendees and covers the key considerations of designing and specifying a wetroom.This includes wetroom design and layout, waterproofing, drainage, floor build up and installation. A section on how wetrooms can help meet the Lifetime Homes Standard is also covered. CCL Wetrooms is a leading manufacturer of wetroom systems and waterproofing membranes and has been providing architects and house developers with high quality drainage and waterproofing solutions for over 30 years. * cpd@ccl-wetrooms.co.uk

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CPDs to enhance fire and smoke curtain knowledge Coopers Fire is a leading manufacturer of fire and smoke curtains and offers CPD seminars on Smoke Barriers, Fire Curtain Barrier Assemblies and BS 8524 Parts 1 & 2, plus a combination of all three. Its CPD seminars help to educate architects, building control officers, approved inspectors, fire engineers and Fire & Rescue Services with a greater understanding of smoke and fire curtain barriers, their application and the governing standards that regulate their use. Coopers Fire is the only fire and smoke curtain manufacturer approved by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to provide CPD educational seminars. * info@coopersfire.com

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THE REHAU HUB LAUNCHES AT LONDON BUILDING CENTRE REHAU has officially launched its new REHAU Hub at The Building Centre in Store Street. On the 10th anniversary of the opening of its first small office in The Building Centre, REHAU hosted a launch party for architects, specifiers, contractors and trade and retail customers to reveal its impressive new 82m² exhibition space, complete with extensive product displays and dedicated meeting and presentation areas. Speaking at the event, REHAU’s UK Chief Executive Martin Hitchin said: “It’s now estimated that around 80% of all building projects in the UK are influenced by an individual who is based in London, so our presence here has never been more important.” He continued: “The new REHAU Hub is designed to demonstrate not only our abilities as a manufacturer of cutting edge products but also our strengths as a solutions provider and design consultant and, as such, it will benefit not only REHAU but all of our customers who work in the commercial sector.”

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Admiral’s Quay development chooses Trespa

superb aesthetic value. Available in a wide choice of colours and effects and tested extensively for weather and UV-resistance, Trespa Meteon was the ideal solution.The product is a high-pressure compact laminate (HPL) with an integral surface manufactured using Trespa’s unique in-house technologies, Electron Beam Curing (EBC) and Dry Forming (DF).The blend of up to 70% wood-based fibres and thermosetting resins, manufactured under high pressures and temperatures produces a highly stable, dense panel with good compressive and tensile strength that performs exceptionally well. 2000m2 of the material in metallic aluminium grey was specified for the main tower. Trespa Meteon met the requirements for the design and build of Admirals Quay, with the panels performing outdoors exceptionally well. Being practically impervious to acid rain, the seafront conditions at Southampton would not prove a problem. The final result is a stunning development at Admiral’s Quay, replacing the derelict buildings with new architecture and modern design. Peter Morton of Allied Developments said: “It will now realise its full potential as an exciting mixed-use development situated on the marina, giving the city a waterfront destination to be proud of.” 8 www.trespa.com * info.uk@trespa.com ( 0808

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Admirals Quay in Southampton is a residential and mixed-use development that has combined Trespa Meteon cladding panels with copper and glass to create a stunning external facade.

he contract worth £48.5m comprises three towers in a prime position on the south coast of England. The landmark residential tower is 26 storeys high and is supported by two residential buildings, at 50 and 30m high respectively. The development which offers 299 private apartments and 2800m² of retail and leisure space is situated on the redundant site of the former Canute’s Pavilion Shopping Centre at Ocean Village in Southampton overlooking the marina. Main contractor, Bouygues UK worked jointly with its client Allied Developments and HGP Architects on the design, build and management of the project. The

location of the development played a major part in the specification for the external facade, as the coastal environment required a material that could withstand the elements of sea, salt and wind. The orientation of the panels was important to give the appearance of a different shade on the development, to show the versatility of a single coloured panel when simply installed at 180 degrees so that the light catches the material and provides a different variation of the colour. This versatility is one of the key benefits of the Trespa Meteon. The architects wanted a material that not only offered excellent performance but also

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation VMZINC roof for £6.8m Cambridge uni project

A VMZINC standing seam roof in pre-weathered QUARTZ-ZINC has been installed with zinc rainwater goods in the £6.8m Ash Court student accommodation project at Girton College Cambridge. Designed by Allies & Morrison, it is an extension to the Grade II-listed college buildings and comprises 50 ensuite bedrooms, a fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. Passivhaus principles were followed following ambitious environmental targets set by the college. Use of triple-glazed windows, heat recovery ventilation systems, photovoltaics, ground source heat pumps and an upgraded heating system prompted RIBA Special Sustainability and Green Apple awards. *

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Jet Cox offers a ‘baker’s dozen’ of automatic smoke vents Britain’s most famous fire – which engulfed the capital in 1666 – reportedly started in a bakers shop and resulted in the first regulations on building construction to try and prevent future catastrophes. By coincidence the selection of “Smoke and Heat Exhaust Vent Systems” or smoke vents offered by Jet Cox Limited extends to 13 sizes all of which are fully compliant with the latest CE EN 1 2102-2 Certification.The Jet Cox FireJet 165 24V/48V has been developed to provide automatic smoke extract in the event of any type of conflagration and thereby create a smoke free layer above the floor by removing both smoke particle and any combustion gases. *

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SolarWorld UK use Wakaflex as solar panel apron SolarWorld UK has begun to use Klober Wakaflex as a panel apron for its PV systems.The lead-free flashing can be stretched by up to 60%, allowing it to be moulded without difficulty over deeply profiled tiles such as a Double Pantile. Wakaflex has a high-tack butylon backing which not only provides immediate wind uplift resistance but welds to the facing when used on laps.The product is available in four colours and is part of a range of solar accessories designed to ensure PV or solar thermal panels have no adverse impact on a roof covering. www.roof-flashing.info info@haus-profi.co.uk ( 0845 600 4427 8

Sika Sarnafil projects come out on top

Royal welcome Trapezoidal pavilion roofs and facades, clad in Aurubis’ Nordic Royal golden copper alloy, define the welcoming character of the new Arcadia Nursery in Edinburgh. Malcolm Fraser Architects selected Nordic Royal for its warm and friendly persona, so crucial to a nursery setting. Having used bronze on other projects, the designers felt that this would become too dark, whereas Nordic Royal will stay light, both in terms of the colour and visual weight, sitting well alongside the timber cladding. Double lock, standing seam joints were used to give structure to the pitched roofs but the Nordic Royal wall cladding is installed with a reverse coulisseau joint, avoiding projections that children might catch themselves on at low level. www.aurubis.com/finland/architectural g.bell@aurubis.com ( 01875 812144 8

It has been a fantastic year so far for Sika Sarnafil, with numerous projects, contractors and architects using its roofing products winning prestigious awards. Most recently, the Joseph Black Building at the King’s Buildings Campus at the University of Edinburgh won the Single Ply Roofing category in the tenth NFRC National Roofing Awards. Submitted by Briggs Amasco and project managed by Summers Inman, the refurbishment was recognised for its outstanding workmanship, as well as the aesthetic qualities of the roof. Sarnafil Membrane S327-15EL in patina green was installed. A flawless application of the Sarnafil membrane across an area with complex detailing and upstands sealed the victory for Briggs. *

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Brett Martin fits the bill for Waitrose

For supermarket retailer Waitrose, thermal efficiency and long term performance were crucial elements during construction of the company’s first national distribution centre. As part of a highly innovative building envelope, 13,000m2 of Energysaver GRP composite rooflights from Brett Martin Daylight Systems were specified to bring maximum daylight into and reduce energy demands at the flagship Magna Park in Milton Keynes. Brett Martin’s Energysaver composite panel rooflights are innovative triple skin factory assembled insulating rooflights for composite roofs manufactured from GRP. Designed to the same depth as the composite roofing system, Energysaver’s flat liner panel sits flush with surrounding metal panels for excellent aesthetics and a neater internal appearance. *

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Drainage & Landscaping Jackpad supplies portable foundations Leicestershire-based Jackpad has supplied foundations for a large modular building complex at the Covent Garden Market Authority. The authority was installing 52 modules of 6 x 2.45m for its ‘back room’ operations and required something that enabled fast and mess free installation. Facilities Manager Jo Breare said: “We chose Jackpad as a quick, convenient alternative to traditional concrete foundations thereby avoiding the disruption and associated mess laying concrete creates.” The double storey buildings by T F Jacksons provide all the space capacity required and if they need to be moved, the Jackpad system can be lifted with no damage to the substrate. *

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Church access gets H&S thumbs-up thanks to Brett solutions

Expert guidance and paving materials from Brett Landscaping have ensured that the entrance to a medieval church in the town of Sedgefield, County Durham has been appropriately adapted to improve the access needs of wheelchair users and pedestrians. Leaving the paving in its existing condition was not an option; however, any improvement works undertaken on the village green needed to be in keeping with the surroundings.The Council’s Environmental Committee approved the use of 430m2 of Alpha Antique Burnt Oak & Charcoal, supported using a mixed pattern of Charcoal edging. Adding to its service, Brett provided a full design of the area being repaved together with appropriate laying details. *

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Hauraton drainage at University of York With the Heslington East Campus site being quite flat, deep drains were not possible so rainwater from roofs, road and pathways had to be directed in a series of culverts, surface drainage channels and rills, eventually discharging into a lake.The scheme included the control of rainwater from roofs via downpipes into a series of buried, stepped shallow culverts made from two sizes of FASERFIX SUPER channel fitted with solid ductile iron covers. Surface water drainage with ductile iron gratings were provided in the same channel runs where channels crossed paved footpaths or asphalted areas. 8 www.drainage-projects.co.uk * (

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Scotscape installs living wall at Wimbledon Scotscape’s specialist living wall team has installed a living wall in the Private Members Enclosure at The Wimbledon All England Tennis club.This elegant wall measuring 23m2 contains 1127 plants, naturally including an abundance of strawberries, shield’s the Private Member’s Enclosure providing privacy from the crowds, offering sound abatement and fragrant planting to further enhance this already spectacular location. Could this tranquil backdrop assist Andy Murray in his bid to secure his second Wimbledon Championship title? 8 www.scotscapelivingwalls.net * (

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Speedy installation and reliability in operation, these are a couple of the many features found in the new AlertMAXX alarms from Delta Membrane Systems. They are used in sump installations, with the new DMS270 AlertMAXX being used for ground water and surface water applications, and the DMS269 AlertMAXX for foul water use. Just two fixings are required along with the connection of mains power and a float switch for the AlertMAXX to be fully operational. Should a power cut occur, a battery backup has been incorporated into the design to ensure constant operation. *

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Jacksons launches high security performance fence

Jacksons Fencing launches a high performance PAS 68 crash fence with the outward appearance of a traditional timber post and rail fencing system. Linebacker PNR features the Secured by Design approved Linebacker PAS 68 cable crash fence (Jacksons Linebacker has passed the PAS 68 rating of PAS 68:2010 V/7500(N3)/80/90:7.3/21.4 for the performance of vehicle security barriers and their supporting foundations when subject to a single horizontal impact), concealed within the four rails of a nailed post and rail fence. Linebacker PNR is shallow mounted and only requires a 500 mm foundation. The result is an aesthetically pleasing security barrier armed with exceptional strength and durability. * security@jacksons-fencing.co.uk

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Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms

What do your washrooms say about your building? When a building is brand new and ready to entice potential tenants, aside from the reception area and the lift, the only finished and furnished space is the washroom. Therefore, that space needs to tell a story of quality, distinction and perfection. Think about when you visit the toilets in a restaurant. If the cubicles are in poor condition and the vanity area is dirty or damaged, it gives you a bad feeling about the hygiene standards in the kitchen.The same principle applies when visiting the washrooms in an office building.You want to be greeted

by clean lines and contemporary design. You want to feel smooth locking mechanisms and powerful hand dryers.You want to know that you are somewhere that has been designed and built with passion and pride embedded in every inch of the building – if you feel this just from visiting the washroom, just think what it

will feel like to actually work in a place like that. To ensure a building creates this atmosphere and user experience, you need to choose a washroom manufacturer that can offer you choice. And you need to know that whatever product range you choose, quality is at the heart of their brand.Washroom cubicles can be manufactured from an array of materials and finishes, from MFC to glass, and from real wood veneer to solid surface. Like most big decisions these days, the final choice is often dictated by budget, but by no means should compromise the finished design. A washroom manufacturer should be able to offer consistent quality throughout their product offering, and they should always appreciate that they not only need to offer the best in terms of product quality and design but also the best in terms of customer service. Speed, accuracy and care; these three things bundled together with premium products determine the quality of the finished washroom. A washroom that should ultimately say to people, this is a building of quality and stature. 8 www.amwell-systems.com

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Proplas PVC wall and ceiling panelling, available from IDS, offers a stylish, cost-effective and easy installation alternative to tiles, paint or wallpaper. It’s an ideal decorative product for any room in the home and is fast and easy to fit using simple joinery skills, making light work of refurbishment projects. The panels are waterproof and provide insulation and sound-proofing benefits, while the decorative PVC surface is durable, hygienic and very easy to clean with no grout lines. The tongue and groove 2700 x 250 x 8mm panels can be stapled, panel pinned, glued or screwed directly onto a flat surface or onto timber battens to provide a seamless finish. *

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Methven launches three new tapware ranges

Methven – a global designer and manufacturer of premium showers and tapware – has extended its tapware offering with three contemporary ranges; Breeze, Indra and Cari. The new ranges are characterised by elegant lines and add further depth to Methven’s current suite of tapware, all guaranteed for twenty years. The three ranges – Breeze, Indra and Cari – each feature a mono basin mixer, a bath filler and a bath shower mixer. All bath shower mixers include a Maku shower handset, which incorporates Methven’s patented Satinjet twin jet technology with over 300,000 droplets per second providing an immersive full body showering experience. *

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Schlüter-Systems hits a six at cricket stadium hotel

The designers of a new four star hotel at the Ageas Bowl Cricket Stadium have selected Schlüter-Systems, a market leader in essential tiling protection, to waterproof and reduce sound transmission in the bathrooms of all 171 guest rooms. The Hilton at The Ageas Bowl, Southampton, home of Hampshire County Cricket, opened in the spring of 2015 and will cater for thousands of guests every year, meaning its new facilities had to be of the highest quality and durability. Schlüter-DITRA-SOUND offers superior sound insulation, significantly reducing the sound transmission to adjoining rooms, making it an ideal product for hotels. Additionally the Schlüter-DITRA range of mattings and membranes are designed to waterproof and protect tiled installations from lateral movement, cracked substrates and water penetration, the range also includes the unique underfloor heating

system Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT. Schlüter-DITRA-SOUND is a bonded impact sound insulation for tile coverings, made of a heavy polyethylene mat, which has an anchoring fleece laminated on both sides to bond with the tile adhesive. The impact sound reduction of 13dB achieved by Schlüter-DITRA-SOUND means as part of the assembly, it can contribute towards a 50% reduction in airborne sound. Carl Stokes, Head of Marketing and Customer Service at Schlüter-Systems, said: “The Hilton at The Ageas Bowl is a prestigious new hotel in a grand setting, and we’re delighted that our products were

specified and designed into the project; ensuring everyone from client, architect to hotel guest can sleep tight knowing SchlüterDITRA-SOUND is performing as expected.” As well as providing acoustic reduction solution in all guest bathrooms, SchlüterDITRA-SOUND has also been used in the appropriate staff welfare and disabled access facilities, totalling more than 1300m2 of Schlüter-DITRA-SOUND throughout the hotel. 8 www.schluter.co.uk

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Lighter weight and better thermal conductivity for H+H H+H, leading manufacturer of aircrete blocks, has lowered the density of its High Strength and Super Strength Grade Celcon Blocks from 750 kg/m3 to 700 kg/m3. This has led to an improvement in thermal conductivity and lighter weight blocks. The change has been accredited by the British Board of Agrément (BBA) in a new certificate issued to the manufacturer. The thermal conductivity of the blocks is now 0.18 W/mK, down from 0.19, bringing about greater thermal performance, enabling U-Values to be reduced further and diminishing heat loss at junctions. www.hhcelcon.co.uk marketing@hhcelcon.co.uk ( 01732 880520 8

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New ROCKFON Monolithic ceiling adds sound styling

New generation ROCKFON Mono Acoustic ceilings have been chosen for the reception, restaurant and bar areas of the new London Mondrian hotel.The restaurant and bar are two of the most glamorous areas of the hotel. Mondrian wanted a ceiling system that can provide the necessary acoustic control for these busy places whilst complementing the character of the architecture and Art Deco interior. ROCKFON Mono Acoustic brings together the seamless, clean lines associated with traditional plastered surfaces, with performance characteristics thought only possible with modular suspended ceiling and wall systems. *

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Mondéco supports celebrations with style The seamless resin terrazzo Mondéco range has become a popular flooring choice with high-profile leisure and retail destinations around the world thanks to its ability to create a decorative surface that will meet the inherently complex operational demands of such facilities. Mondéco has been designed to provide architects with the creative flexibility to create bespoke, shimmering floor areas. The system is easy to maintain and boasts excellent abrasion and impact resistance, so that it can retain an eye-catching appearance for an extended period of time. These properties made it ideal for the award winning SSE Hydro arena, which installed a dark Mondéco Classic floor to create a surface that would enhance the stylish surroundings in its VIP rooms. Underneath the feet of the arena’s VIP visitors, a blend of mirrored and clear glass chippings have been incorporated into the

epoxy resin surface to create a shimmering lustre across the floor. The robust, easy to clean nature of Mondéco means that the environment’s luxurious aesthetics won’t be diminished by a cracked, stained or failing finish. The globally renowned architect Zaha Hadid also used Mondéco for the highly stylised Nanjing Youth Olympic Centre, where over 3500m2 of Mondéco Earth was installed in the lobby and music hall. Zaha Hadid utilised the aesthetic potential of Mondéco to create a smooth, almond coloured surface with an eye-catching arrangement of rich brown squares that are

dynamically dispersed across the floor. Flowcrete UK has recently added to its seamless resin terrazzo range with the Mondéco Arctic collection. These three systems combine a white binder with a blend of light coloured aggregates, mirror glass and metallic particles in differing quantities, creating stylised white surfaces with subtly differing aggregate patterns and, crucially, a superior resistance to UV light. 8 www.flowcrete.co.uk

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Helifix launches new BowTie HD Kit

Structural repair specialist, Helifix, has launched a new BowTie HD Kit which contains the necessary components, materials and instructions a repair contractor requires for the rapid cost-effective restraining of bowed external building walls by securing them to internal floor and ceiling joists.The kit is available in two versions containing either 5 or 10 No. 1 metre long BowTie HDs along with PolyPlus SF resin, an SDS Drill Bit, the BowTie HD SDS Driver and 2 injection tubes. Once a clearance hole has been drilled through the wall, the BowTie HD is inserted and simply powerdriven through the first two parallel timber joists to form a secure mechanical connection. *

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Heradesign receives Stamp of approval at Post Office HQ The Post Office has relocated its head office to Finsbury Dials in London with the help of architects HLW International. Their brief was to design open plan offices on three floors with a flexible events area and cafe on the ground floor. Heradesign ceilings in bold colours were installed in the two main entrance areas which lead to striking touchdown zones that wrap around the main atrium. Senior Designer Mustafa Afsaroglu of HLW International explains what attracted him to Heradesign: “I liked the depth in texture of the panels – it added another layer to the ceiling. Acoustic control in the open area was key and Heradesign provides the necessary Class A sound absorption.” *

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Gratterpalm gets creative Creative communications agency, Gratterpalm, has transformed its head office in Leeds into a flexible, interactive space, using British Gypsum’s Thistle Magnetic Plaster. The organisation has installed magnetic walls in its ‘Creative Cube’ and ICT office to encourage imaginative thinking and collaboration. British Gypsum’s Thistle Magnetic Plaster was specified for four walls across the two spaces. Blackboard and whiteboard paint was also used to offer a surface for the team to write down ideas during group discussions. Gratterpalm employees have made the most of the walls through the use of magnetic vinyl shapes. www.british-gypsum.com bgtechnical.enquiries@bpb.com ( 0115 945 1000 8

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RENSON – strong in customised solutions RENSON is a trendsetter in ventilation, solar shading and terrace covers. Since 1909 the company has developed and manufactured innovative products and solutions, which improve the living conditions of people and at the same time cut energy costs – creating healthy spaces.

From its UK-based production facility in Maidstone, this company provides standard as well as customised solutions to the construction market and offers architects, specifiers, developers, fabricators and installers a wide range of innovative systems. RENSON’s product ranges include window ventilators, louvres and continuous louvre systems as well as hinges, sun protection elements with aluminium blades and screens and terrace covers. For various applications in the UK, the project team of RENSON has been developing special ventilation solutions with louvre panels, combined with options, such as dampers or an insulation stack on the backside. By integrating such special glazed-in louvre panels with insulation on every window of a building, architects and installers not only take care of ventilation and thermal resistance, but also add a new architectural dimension to the facade of the building. 8 www.rensonuk.net * info@rensonuk.net (

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Pegler Yorkshire launches new tube to UK market

Equinix chooses Munters IEC for London Data Centre Equinix, one of the world’s largest data centre operators and Internet exchanges, has chosen Munters Oasis Indirect Evaporative Coolers (IEC) to achieve world leading sustainable server climate control for its new London LD6 data centre in Slough. The new data centre will meet the demand from Equinix’s customers in financial services, cloud and enterprise segments and aims to achieve platinum level accreditation in Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED). Forty Munters Oasis IEC 200’s will supply over 8MW of cooling for the IT Load for the first phase of LD6. www.munters.com info@munters.co.uk ( 01480 432243 8

Pegler Yorkshire has announced the launch of its XPress SS630 tube – a new grade of stainless steel tube that benefits from equivalent strength and corrosion properties as the 316 and provides a new choice for the commercial marketplace. Amy Sedgwick, Press Systems Market Manager for Pegler Yorkshire, commented: “This is a great innovation that now allows contractors the choice to choose stainless steel without having the restriction of cost. More applications and alternative jointing methods can now also be achieved by using XPress SS630. The XPress Stainless Steel systems are also eligible to apply for an extended system working pressure of up to 25 bar.” *

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JS Air Curtains are blooming at garden centre

The company’s quick response and cost effective products made JS Air Curtains the ideal retrofit choice to protect the customers from chilly drafts at Cannon Hall Garden Centre, located in the picturesque village of Cawthorne in South Yorkshire. Seeking a retrofit solution, Cannon Hall Garden Centre’s owner, Deborah Robinson, was impressed by JS Air Curtains, which suggested a cost effective and attractive Mini Optima. Offered in several lengths, the Mini Optima air curtain is available as a single or three-phase unit, making installation simple. Heating can be via LPHW or an electric heater, as in the case of Cannon Hall, and it is also available as an air only model. *

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Common sense on BIM software Rinnai’s Chris Goggin looks at some misconceptions about BIM that could lead to confusion when it comes to product specification. Government Procurement officially starts implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in public sector build from 2016 requiring collaborative 3D BIM with all project and asset information, documentation and data to be electronic. Fully collaborative 3D BIM has been defined as ‘Level 2 BIM’ and is documented in PAS119:2. BIM should be a catalyst for collaboration in construction. However, there is widespread confusion about what is actually involved. One opinion has been voiced that it is the ‘Modelling’ part of the title that is obfuscating the issue and it should have been called simply ‘Building Information’. Because that essentially is what it is – drawing all the information together for the benefit of all concerned

in the designing, building, supplying and the eventual end use. What is perturbing at this stage of readiness is that some manufacturers have jumped the gun and are offering ‘BIM-ready drawings’ for their product. This is a complete red herring – there can be no BIM-ready drawings as there isn’t even an agreed template yet to drop manufacturers’ product into. We have already seen instances whereby manufacturers who have produced overcomplex objects derived from existing 3D CAD has resulted in computing difficulties and ultimate rejection by designers. In conclusion, until such time as an industry wide template is agreed beware – no manufacturer can produce a genuine BIM-ready drawing.

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Doors, Windows & Balustrades GEZE UK provides ‘secret weapon’ for visitor centre

Schueco unveils double award winner Dun Laoghaire Lexicon Library and Cultural Centre, Dublin, has won both the Overall Excellence Award and the Sustainability Award in the 2015 Schueco Excellence Awards. Organised by Schueco UK in conjunction with RIBA Journal, these awards recognise the very best in the design and installation of Schueco systems. Judges described the building as ‘a beautifully made, beautifully crafted building that looks like it’ll be here for a long time.’ Featured Schueco systems are FW 50+ SG structural glazing and a variety of Schueco AWS windows including AWS 70.HI motorised inward-opening vents. 8 www.schueco.co.uk * (

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The official opening of the National Trust for Scotland’s new Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre was timed to coincide with both the battle’s 700th anniversary and Homecoming, Scotland’s Year of Celebration. Bannockburn Visitor Centre, which offers an immersive 3D digital experience that transports visitors back in time, is entered through a wedge-shaped lobby featuring two GEZE ISO automatic sliding doors powered by Slimdrive SL operators.The lobby will contribute to the building’s sustainability by ensuring an even temperature is maintained inside.The Slimdrive SL operator is almost invisible in elevation thanks to its extremely slim design and a drive unit height of just 7cm. *

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Vibrant timber windows by Mumford & Wood

Traditional timber sliding sash windows, casements and French doorsets from the Conservation range by Mumford & Wood have been specified in A House for Essex as part of Alain de Botton’s series of rentable holiday homes.The made-to-order timber Conservation products feature Victorian-style sash windows, with spring balance operation, which are adorned with fixed curved semi-circular fanlights to emphasise height and magnitude. All products have been finished in purple red, RAL 3004, with a single doorset supplied in yellow.Triangular casements were also designed and manufactured by Mumford & Wood. The sliding sash windows are positioned in the gold roof, in pairs of diminishing size. *

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Comar launches 5P.i Advanced Window System

Integration is the key factor which underpins the latest new product launch from Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems. Its market leading Comar 9P.i Framing system offers fast-track semi unitised construction for floor to ceiling glazing. With the addition of thermal foam and triple glazing Comar 9P.i offers U-values down to 0.77, creating a future proof solution for their architectural, contractor and fabricator partners. Comar has incorporated the technology from its Comar 9P.i system into the Comar 5P.i window range, and is now launching the Comar 5P.i Advanced Casement and Tilt/Turn window system which integrates seamlessly into Comar 9P.i creating the option for standalone high performance windows. *

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GEZE UK unveils the OL Line natural ventilation system

Opening and closing high level windows and roof lights will be a breeze thanks to the launch of a new natural ventilation system from GEZE UK. The new OL Line manual window control system has been designed specifically for commercial and public buildings, and can easily be retrofitted. The OL Line provides an easy and reliable control system for even the most hard to reach of windows. A manual opener is fitted to the opening vent which is linked via lengths of conduit and cable to a wall mounted operator. The conduit can easily be bent around obstructions allowing the handle to be placed within easy reach. *

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Major investment for Vicaima in UK The Vicaima Group has announced a multimillion pound investment and expansion of its British operation.Vicaima will see its current leased site purchased outright and with plans to refurbish and develop the facility to enable further growth. UK Managing Director, Barry Waddell comments: “We have seen a major surge in the popularity of interior doors and associated joinery that demonstrates exemplary performance and design flair, something that Vicaima is well known for. This investment will enable us to increase both our range flexibility and explore new markets for Vicaima products here in the UK and throughout Ireland.” 8 www.vicaima.com * (

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Doors, Windows & Facades Ark flood defence develops flood door in REHAU profile

Ark Flood Defence Network has developed an innovative flood door system which has achieved the essential ‘Zero’ leakage score in the PAS1188:1 2014 test for flood defence products using REHAU TOTAL70 outer frame profile.The Ark Flood Defence door uses a high specification multi-point locking mechanism which creates a tight compression seal between the door sash and the frame, making it more watertight than a standard door. Phil Woodhead, a Director at Ark Flood Defence said: “Our new flood doors in a REHAU outer frame offer the security and reassurance they require and, as a result, present a really great new sales opportunity for trade installers.” *

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Multiple panel facades provide myriad design options

The Hunter Douglas multiple panel facade system (MPF) presents architects and designers with an unequalled solution that offers myriad design options for any building. Available in a comprehensive range of shapes, joint options, materials, finishes and colours, this durable and versatile system is ideal for facades and exterior ceilings that are designed to create a uniform view in the architectural design. Developed to resist high wind loads, the MPF system incorporates cranked corners that are precisely integrated with the support systems and the joints can be open or closed. It is available in various widths, from 200mm to 600mm widths in 50mm increments and lengths up to 6m as standard. *

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New Product Manager at REHAU dedicated to specialist systems Malcolm Taylor has been appointed as a new Product Manager at REHAU, working exclusively on the company’s specialist systems.This includes the REHAU Polytec 50S curtain walling system, the Passivhaus certified REHAU GENEO system and the exciting new ALUTOP and REHAU NORDIC Design Plus systems, extruded in REHAU’s RAU-FIPRO reinforced composite material, as used in the aircraft industry for optimum strength from a lightweight material. Malcolm is an experienced marketeer, having worked for more than 12 years in REHAU’s industrial products and cable management divisions identifying market opportunities and driving new product development. 8 www.rehau.co.uk * (

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A.Proctor Group wins Scottish Family Business of the Year 2015 Following a great evening at The May Fair Hotel in the heart of London, Family Business United is delighted to announce that the A.Proctor Group was winner of the 2015 Scottish Family Business of the Year Award. Innovation has run through the Proctor family for as long as they can remember although the company was not founded until 1934 and is now run by the fourth generation of the Proctor family. The family originally manufactured textiles and supplied flax to Scotland’s mills which evolved over time to the supply and fabrication of insulation products. The small family business grew to become the business it is today, a nationwide supplier of thermal and acoustic insulation, timber cladding and ground gas protection products as well as a range of innovative, market leading vapour

permeable membranes, all of which are still manufactured in Scotland today. In more recent years, under new leadership, product diversification has led to success in different markets such as rail infrastructure, automotive and oil and gas. Keira Proctor, Managing Director of Proctor Group was delighted with the win. She comments: “We are delighted to have been nominated and win this prestigious Family Business of the Year award. It comes after years of hard work and challenging times within the construction industry, as well as significant changes within the running and

diversification of our organisation over recent years. “Looking forward, it gives all of us who contribute to the A.Proctor Group’s success a real boost as we actively seek to build and expand upon our achievements to date. I would like to thank our employees who are our biggest asset for their hard work and dedication to the A.Proctor Group.” 8 www.proctorgroup.com * ask@proctorgroup.com (

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Added class to Presto scratch render

Lightweight roof contributes to Award nomination A lightweight steel roof installed by Metrotile UK on a leisure facility in Wiltshire contributed to a sustainable project which has been nominated for a regional award. The new building on the PGL campus in Liddington near Swindon has been nominated for the South West LABC Building Excellence Awards 2015, thanks to its sustainability credentials which include the Metrotile roof. The new timber frame building took just 28 weeks to install the building from the ground up, including a rapid roof installation that utilised the Metrotile Bond profile in charcoal. Metrotile UK was also able to supply custom fittings so that a retrofit photovoltaic system could be installed. www.metrotile.co.uk sales@metrotile.co.uk ( 01249 658514 8

Using its expert knowledge and experience of the housing sector, Knauf has enhanced its Presto scratch render by offering it in the Regal range of colours, which is restricted to the 16 colours that are readily accepted by most UK planners and so simplifies what can be a difficult design decision.Available in a standard grain size of 1.5mm, the Regal range of colours in Presto render consists of:Vanilla; County Cream; Ivory; Lemon; Cream; Mushroom White; Snow White; Sienna Red; Rose; Cool Blue; Pistachio; Stone; Camel; Steel Grey; Platinum and Silver Blue. Each has been extensively tested to deliver quality and reliability as well as the traditional aesthetic appearance. *

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Brett Martin provides a runaway solution for stormwater

Brett Martin Plumbing and Drainage has provided the answer to surface water runoff with the launch of StormCrate, an underground modular geocellular unit which is proven at managing excessive stormwater and is an ideal solution for domestic soakaways. Used to create underground storage tanks, StormCrates manage and control stormwater where it falls. Comprising modular units which can be laid or stacked in rows, StormCrates are quick and easy to install. Weighing in at only 18kg per module and measuring 1200 x 600 x 420mm, StormCrates can be easily lifted and set in place. The units are suitable for a range of applications including residential, commercial and industrial projects. *

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Building Elements Poor ventilation linked to cardiovascular disease Tile Association Awards recognise top achievers This year’s Gold Sponsors at the TTA Awards included: Mapei, Shackerley, Fila, Norcros Adhesives, Schluter Systems, Bellota, Lithofin and Tilemaster Adhesives.The category winners included Dave Rowley of Building Adhesives Ltd., who won Outstanding Contribution to Industry; Paddy Plunkett of P Plunkett Tiling Contractors who won The Lifetime Achievement Award; Harry Foster of Johnson Tiles, head of specialist products at Johnson Tiles, who won Employee of the Year; and Andrew Oates of Stortford Tiling and Marble, who won Tile Fixer of the Year. Product awards were won by BAL RapidMat, Craven Dunnill’s Fusion Porcelain Tile Collection and Johnson Tiles Prismatics. www.ttaawards.com awards@tile.org.uk ( 0300 365 8453 8

Vent-Axia has welcomed new research which highlights the dangers of poor indoor air quality – potentially responsible for the annual loss of over 200,000 healthy life years in the UK. Lee Nurse, Marketing Director at Vent-Axia says: “With many people spending the majority of their time indoors, improvements in indoor air quality must be seen as a priority. Continuous ventilation is a simple solution to air quality problems.” For new build homes there are continuous whole house Mechanical Extract Ventilation and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery solutions, such as Vent-Axia’s Sentinel Kinetic MVHR system.For refurbishments, there are solutions such as Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon Response. *

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Polysafe Verona PUR brings smiles all round

Polyflor vinyl safety flooring from the high performance Polysafe Verona PUR range gave a fresh new look to Midland Orthodontics dental practice in Sutton Coldfield recently.The pale blue Skyline 5205 shade was chosen from the subtle and appealing colour palette available in the Verona range to create the desired crisp, clean look. Specified and installed throughout treatment, circulation and storage areas by Lynex Flooring of West Bromwich, the finished flooring was coved and welded to provide a secure and hygienic finish. In an area which needs to be continually clean, Polysafe Verona has a cross linked and UV cured polyurethane PUR reinforcement to facilitate a simple maintenance regime. *

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Arco product awarded Highly Commended in BSIF awards

The UK’s leading trade body within the safety industry, the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) names Arco Highly Commended in the coveted Product Innovation Awards for its new Impact Glove Liner. At the recent Safety & Health Expo event, the judges praised Arco’s glove liner for providing flexible, affordable impact protection. The glove’s panels are made of Poron XRD foam to protect the back of hands, fingers and thumbs, but are only 3mm thick so that an outer glove can be worn without loss of dexterity. Its impact pads absorb impact energy, while the light cotton fabric with Microban antimicrobial protection allows skin to breathe. *

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DEWALT expands construction fixings range DEWALT delivers a complete solution for the drylining professional with the launch of the new DCF620 18V XRTM Brushless Lithium Ion Drywall Screwgun. This latest addition to the already comprehensive range of DEWALT anchors and fastening systems features DEWALT’s Extreme Runtime battery technology and powerful brushless motor, providing drywall professionals with the performance and productivity they need to drive screws into wood and steel studs without the hassle of a power cord. The DCF620 is available with either two 2.0Ah or two 5.0Ah XRTM high capacity lithium ion battery packs with fuel gauge indicators as well as a naked unit. *

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Wavin unveils new ‘Connect to Better’ branding concept Wavin has launched a new ‘Connect to Better’ branding concept which underlines the plumbing and drainage manufacturer’s promise to connect its customers to better technologies, partnerships and solutions whatever their project or challenge. As one of the longest established names in the heating, plumbing and drainage market, Wavin has built its reputation on 60 years of high quality and innovation. To underline everything that Wavin offers for above and below ground projects, Connect to Better highlights six key benefits that customers receive – innovation, performance, partnership, service, value and sustainability. www.wavin.co.uk info@wavin.co.uk ( 0844 856 5165 8

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HI-MACS develops BIM Objects James Latham, the exclusive distributor of HI-MACS in the UK and Ireland, is now offering the entire range of HI-MACS products for CAD systems, Sketchup, Archicad and Revit for download from the BIMObjects Portal ensuring architects, designers and specifiers achieve future compliance with all projects. HI-MACS solid surface offers ultimate flexibility in terms of 3D forming as well as incomparable durability for almost limitless applications including external wall cladding, facades, counter tops, wet rooms, wall panelling and furniture. One of the major attractions of HI-MACS is the extensive choice of colours on offer – there are almost 100 in the portfolio – enabling the widest possible scope for original design, allowing users to achieve inspirational and distinctive creations. Steve Robinson, James Latham’s General Manager for HI-MACS commented: “BIM is changing the way buildings are designed,

built and operated both internally and externally and this will make it quicker and easier for architects and designers to incorporate HI-MACS into their projects.” He added: “As requests for BIM models on tender documents continues to grow, and they become mandatory for publicly funded projects in 2016, this trend is only set to increase so we wanted to make sure we were ahead of the curve.” BIM Objects for all HI-MACS sheets, shapes and colours are available now for download from the following link: http://bimobject.com/ product/?manufacturer=himacs

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Blackpool Pleasure from Bradite

Innovative housing project East Anglian Galvanizing has partnered with Cambridgeshire-based BRIPAT Engineering to galvanise 1.9 tonnes of steel for the creation of staircases and balconies used to access accommodation as part of the Forest YMCA’s mYPad scheme in Walthamstow, East London.This innovative project saw shipping containers converted into affordable living spaces complete with kitchen, bathroom and living area. Denise Cathrall, Company Secretary at BRIPAT Engineering, explained: “It was a pleasure to be involved in the mYPad scheme and feedback so far has been fantastic with the living spaces proving so popular another two have been commissioned for the area.” www.wedge-galv.co.uk east.anglian@wedge-galv.co.uk ( 01487 833160 8

Blackpool Pleasure Beach amusement park is being kept in tip top condition thanks to products from the Bradite paint and primer range. As part of the park’s rolling maintenance programme, the rides are being spot primed with Bradite EP92 and then coated with two coats of PG77 polyurethane gloss finish.The products also had to supply the required aesthetic finish: for structures the size of the rides at the amusement park, it was vital that an overall glossy, long lasting colourful finish was attainable. Each ride had its own colour theme, but the Bradite PG772 gloss finish is available in a broad range of RAL colours to satisfy the requirements of the theme park. *

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ISD Solutions completes 150th installation for Morrisons ISD Solutions, a leader in composite panel cold store construction, has completed its 150th cold store for Morrisons supermarkets at the M local store in Gloucester. Under the contract, ISD Solutions’ Retail division provides complete design, manufacture and installation services for each cold store facility and in Gloucester, installed a dual temperature storage compartment measuring 6m by 3.35m that provides walk in food storage for temperature sensitive produce with sufficient storage capacity between deliveries. Colin Coe, Head of Refrigeration at Morrisons said:“Ensuring that we have the right cold storage facilities in place is crucial. ISD Solutions has easily fulfilled our requirements and helped us to do just that.” *

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Authentic shades with modern appeal Bringing shades to life that stretch back hundreds of years, the Crown Trade Historic Colour Collection draws on eight of the most distinctive architectural and design styles to influence British interiors. Featuring the major design movements of Palladian and Neo-Classical, Regency, Arts & Crafts, Gothic Revival, Victorian Eclectic, Art Deco and post-war ‘50’s Sketchbook’ the collection enables specifiers to introduce shades that are personal to the

design of an historic building. A total of 120 historic colours are featured, within eight carefully researched colour palettes. And while the shades are shaped by the past, the formulations are rooted firmly in

the future, with the collection benefitting from modern technology to deliver a quality finish that stands the test of time. Nikki Cosgrove, Crown Trade Brand Manager said: “Specifiers can have complete confidence in the authenticity and accuracy of these historical colour palettes and at the same time benefit from the very latest advances in coating technology. “Crown Trade Historic Colours are available in a wide range of Crown Trade products, so specifiers can capture the authenticity of the past, from a selection of quality coatings designed for modern living. “The choice includes Crown Trade Clean Extreme Scrubbable Matt, which is often selected for heavy duty areas such as hospitals and schools due to its super scrubbable qualities, allowing surfaces to be returned to their pristine condition time and time again. “As well as Crown Trade Clean Extreme, Historic Colours are available in finishes including Crown Trade Matt Vinyl, Silk Vinyl, Mid Sheen, Satin Finish, Eggshell and Full Gloss, to name a few.” 8 www.crownpaintspec.co.uk * info@crownpaintspec.co.uk ( 0330

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Yorkon helps meet the shortfall in primary places

A series of primary school buildings delivered by the Portakabin Group for Enfield Borough Council demonstrates the design possibilities of off-site construction and how the approach is providing inspirational education environments to address the rising and urgent demand for school places.The technicallyadvanced Yorkon off-site solution is maximising design flexibility and yet offers all the advantages of factory working.The projects were delivered by the Portakabin Group via Scape framework contractors, Kier Construction and Wilmott Dixon, and often on very constrained, fully operational school sites in residential areas which required detailed logistical planning and programming, particularly during the module installation phase. *

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Protect and repair damp chimneys with Safeguard Europe

Chimneys are vulnerable to rain penetration, especially in winter, and Safeguard Europe – a leading specialist in damp- and waterproofing, and masonry repairs – delivers comprehensive solutions and superb technical support for both external and internal remedial treatments. Its suite of high quality products not only deals with the causes of damp but also its effects: masonry and mortar decay, and spoilt internal decorations resulting from contaminated plaster. Among these is Stormdry Masonry Protection Cream – a colourless water-repellent cream that is applied to brickwork in one coat by brush or roller and lasts for up to 30 years, penetrating the brickwork deeply to form a breathable barrier against water. *

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Interface kits out Air Space arena Global modular flooring manufacturer, Interface, was enlisted by Air Space, Scotland’s first and Europe’s largest freestyle jumping arena, to bring its bold brand to life by providing a creative flooring solution for its Glasgow base.The designers leading the project, GVA James Barr, worked closely with Interface’s Concept Designer, Amy Farn, to create the perfect floor design for the main arena with products selected from Interface’s nature-inspired Urban Retreat collection.The monochrome Urban Retreat 103 flooring tile was chosen alongside the Urban Retreat 101 Granite/Lichen tile, which transitions from dark to light grey. www.interface.com interface.uk@interfaceflor.eu ( 0161 817 6600 8

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Building Elements The Keylex range of mechanical digital locks includes products ideal for relatively low security and standard duty through to heavy duty items for high security installations. There’s even a solution for multi-point locking pvcU doors. These can be operated in Nightlatch mode, deadbolt mode or they can be double locked either by a turn of the key or the thumb turn – in which case this action must be reversed before the code will operate the lock. The Relcross e-commerce web site, www.keylex.co.uk provides all the necessary technical information to make the right selection of lock and accessories and the order from City Academy was delivered promptly and correctly. Jem Wheelwright is confident the new lock will provide at least another 11 years of access control. Meanwhile the Keylex lock on the other reception door is at 12 years and counting.

City Academy Bristol specified Keylex 700 digital mechanical locks to control access to the main reception office area

The key to access control

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When the City Academy Bristol opened in 2003 they specified Keylex 700 digital mechanical locks to control access to the main reception office area. Staff, pupils and visitors can freely enter into the main foyer but access into the office is controlled by one of the Keylex locks.

taff and pupils can access the main corridor by swipe card with visitors ‘buzzed’ through as appropriate. A second, and much busier, door from the office also leads into the corridor. This features the other Keylex 700 providing free exit from the office but restricting access into it to authorised staff only. After 11 years of sterling service the original Keylex 700 was beginning to show signs of wear so Estates Manager Jem Wheelwright decided that it had more than earned its keep and sourced an exact replacement from the online site of Relcross, UK distributors of Keylex locks. The Keylex 700 is an ideal access control lock for all standard duty, high security door installations and on any door where a flexible Euro profile key system is required. The narrow style

Keylex 700 design, with its built-in clutch mechanism protecting the lock furniture, suits all stile widths down to 45mm and is also suited for use on aluminium and hollow metal door sections.”

The right combination The entirely mechanical operation uses no electronics or electrical wiring and allows code combinations of up to 12 buttons giving over 4000 selectable code permutations, although the use of 3 to 6 digit codes is recommended. The lock is designed to allow many hundreds of operations per day and the brushed stainless steel buttons will not wear and consequently indicate usage. If required, coded locks can by fitted to both sides of the door but more usually just one side is restricted and the other provides free exit at all times regardless of the lock status.

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Building Elements

LEDBar helps put on a show The wonderful art deco Prince Edward Theatre in London’s Old Compton Street designed by Edward Stone in 1930 now benefits from some 21st century lighting supplied by Light Projects. Specified by Lighting Designer’s Pritchard Themis, the lighting plays an integral part of the innovative, exciting and dramatic scheme to illuminate the iconic facade of this Delfont Mackintosh theatre, currently home to Miss Saigon. Used to highlight the building’s art deco arches and high level architectural detailing to great effect, the LEDBar is perfect for

this kind of application where detailing and architectural features need to be emphasised. Lensed LEDBar is a linear LED system available in a range of different white colour temperatures. Here, warm white (3000K) modules with a 66.7mm LED spacing were used to lift out the architectural features at both low and high level to create a seamless flow of light; while 30° and 60° lenses ensured the light was applied exactly where it was wanted. The LEDBar Family has a complete range of linear LED lighting systems for

all applications. These include StatFlux, CrossFlux, LEDBar Nano, LEDBar Mini and LEDBar Lensed. Suitable for both interior and exterior applications, the ranges are available in a comprehensive variety of sizes, colour temperatures, beam angles and module lengths to suit every scheme. 8 www.lightprojects.co.uk * info@lightprojects.co.uk ( 020

7231 8282

Portakabin Group increases school support

The Portakabin Group has expanded its work with schools, universities and young people with a range of new initiatives as part of its corporate social responsibility programme. So far this financial year, the Group has helped 16 schools and universities and more than 550 pupils and students – a significant increase on the same period last year. Recent activities range from interview practice days and mentoring programmes in schools, supporting careers events, providing research projects for university students, to stimulating interest in apprenticeships and encouraging more children to consider science, technology and manufacturing as a career. *

information@portakabin.co.uk

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0845 401 0010

8 www.portakabin-group.co.uk

Company saves 60% with Venture LED lighting scheme

Venture Lighting has partnered with Hertz Electrical Distribution to supply over 250 of its latest LED technology luminaires to one of the largest electrical management specialists in the UK. Two warehouses have been installed with Venture’s VLED Midibay Elite wide beam luminaires as an energy efficient alternative to the previous high-wattage lamps, whilst also benefiting from the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) programme. Installed at 9m and 7m heights, the new lighting scheme replaced 270, 400w Highbay and 250w Lowbay metal halide fittings in the warehouses, saving them over 60% in energy costs. *

info@venturelighting.co.uk

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01923 692600

8 www.venturelightingeurope.com

noraplan proves to be the perfect fit Over 300m2 of nora’s noraplan uni floorcovering has been installed in SAP’s UK office. SAP and architects HLW International wanted a plain rubber tile with a good colour choice that was durable and easy to maintain. Rubber flooring from nora systems was the ideal choice and therefore was installed in various areas, including the striking design feature behind the reception desk on the ground floor, the technology suite, the meeting room’s reception and foyer areas. With its plain colours, smooth surface and excellent environmental properties, noraplan uni fits the criteria easily. www.nora.com/uk info-uk@nora.com ( 01788 513160 8

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