FC&A June 2010

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Greenhouse Off-site, and across the waters!

Sustainability in Development Affordable housing for Holy Island

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to Future Constructor & Architect...

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id you know there’d been an election? We all know how important the construction industry is, having effects upon all other industries too. As Chris Blythe, Chief Executive of the CIOB, said, “After all the rhetoric and with so many key issues facing construction, the industry will be wondering what it can expect from this coalition Government. We are entering unchartered waters and only time will tell if it is a success.

Investment in the built environment can spread the benefits of an economic stimulus to all parts of the UK. For every £1 spent on construction output, £2.84 is generated in total economic activity, and 92p of every £1 spent on construction is retained in the UK,” he reminds us. “Unlike the debates, this government’s success will be measured by its ability to turn the words into substance.”

So, a big welcome to Mark Prisk, our new construction minister (ex-shadow construction minister) and Grant Shapps, housing minister (ex-shadow housing minister). Here’s hoping that, working together with Paul Morrell the government’s Chief Construction Adviser, they can really Get Britain Building!

Design & Production Grant Waters – grant@cimltd.co.uk James Taylor – james@cimltd.co.uk

This month’s focus on public sector spending shows how reliant we are on central funding; our health, education and homes. Even if you’ve ‘gone private’ with each or any of these, the strength of the public sector reflects the strength of the country.

Accounts Manager Vickie Crawford vickie@cimltd.co.uk 01795 509103

And whoever sits in No.10, there’s nothing you can do if nature goes against you – I hope the volcanic clouds don’t affect you if you’re planning a getaway in June!

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Juliet Davies Editor Future Constructor & Architect

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Voice of the Industry – Angus Middleton of Renaissance Regeneration Ltd tells of the main problem with regulators

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Legal & Business – Simon Colvin of Pinsent Masons discusses how investigations by the environmental regulators may lead to a prosecution

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Profile – Charles Meynell of iNet talks of working in an advisory capacity in sustainable construction

Features 44

Insulation – Shhh... Adam Mottershead of the IOA explains acoustic insulation

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Heating & Plumbing – Old meets new; a Jacobean manor gets a biomass boiler

Portfolios 06

Greenhouse – Not a house-boat, a building-byboat. A sea change on the Fair Isle.

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Public Sector Supplement – Healthcare, Education and Social Housing; recent projects and case studies

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Sustainability in Development – Holy Island, Batman! What to do when holiday homes affect local affordability

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OSC/MMC – Off-site and on target, a housing co-operative utilises MMC in Peterhead

Greenhouse

We are sailing...

Pre-fabrication comes in to its own when a brief requires a large structure that not only needs to be delivered by sea, but the local weather dictates an extremely narrow window of build-opportunity!

Heavy seas may have delayed, but they didn’t deter, as FC&A find out.

FACT FILE Architects: Synergie Scotland Ltd, Inverness Engineers: Rubislaw Associates Aberdeen Contractors: AHW Building Solutions Kirkwall Timber Frame Manufacturers: RTC Timber Systems Moray Engineered Timber Supply: James Jones & Sons Ltd TSD Forres

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Locals are intrigued by the unusual delivery

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he team brought together to deliver the £4m Bird Observatory on Fair Isle faced some tough requirements.

In addition to all the usual “on time and on budget” requirements, there were a few other factors to consider for the 1,500m² mainly timber project. “The new Fair Isle Bird Observatory (FIBO) replaces an earlier 60 year old structure, which was demolished to make way for the new one,” explained project director Ian MacGillivray of lead designer Synergie Scotland. “The clients, Fair Isle Bird Observatory Trust, were keen that the Observatory should be ‘closed for business’ for only one season.This would have been impossible using traditional construction methods, particularly given the short building season Fair Isle’s weather dictates, so we decided to use a modular system instead.”

For this system Synergie worked with AHW Building Solutions of Kirkwall, Orkney, who have developed and manufacture their own engineered timber, full panel, modular construction system, incorporating James Jones FSC accredited

JJI-Joists as principal structural elements (see box for details).

Severe weather conditions FIBO is an innovative, sustainable, largely timber two storey modular building.

Designed to bring previously existing facilities up to the standards expected by modern visitors, the new Observatory building includes a permanent house for the Warden and his family as well as bird watching, commercial, conferencing, catering, retail and accommodation facilities.

Specially designed to withstand Fair Isle’s severe weather conditions, the building comprises 30 engineered timber pods, constructed from closed panels, fitted with the innovative Energyflo wall insulation system, which enables warm air to circulate in the cavity and be recovered using a heat pump. Floors, ceilings and walls of the pods use JJI-Joists extensively, which, says Ian MacGillivray, “Provided an A rated green material to maintain the sustainable credentials of the building.”

Roof fabrication incorporates glulam

which allowed large span openings where two or more modules were to be joined to form public areas.

Exposed location Given the exposed location, external cladding for this building was key, and Triboard, a highly durable laminated timber product was specified for the external walls.This incorporates a layer of Spruce sandwiched between two boards of Siberian larch and in this case was supplied in 5m x 2m sheets x 27mm thick.

“Tribord was supplied to comply with the client brief for ‘minimal external maintenance’”, said Brian Robertson, General Manager of James Jones Timber Systems Division. “It’s a great product which uses untreated Siberian larch; this grows very slowly in cold climates so it is very dense and durable - ideal if you want something low maintenance which can withstand the severest weather. And of course, it’s a highly sustainable product.”

Cladding on the roof utilizes a high performance metal tile called Metro, which offers a 45 year guarantee.The roof design

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Greenhouse The old and the new...

also incorporates 5Kw of photovoltaic tiles for energy generation.

Heavy seas With Synergie driving the design and permissions and AHW the pod manufacture and erection services, an impressive build schedule was set - and met! Eight months was spent on the funding, design and permissions process - not least of which was getting Building Control approval for the innovative Energyflo insulation system! Work on site finally started in July 2009 when demolition began. It took five months to complete demolition, put in new foundations and transport (in threes and by sea!) and erect the 30 engineered timber pods.

Despite significant delays with heavy seas and ferries having to turn back, the actual shipping and erection of the modules was successfully carried out over a 14 day ‘weather window’ and the building was wind and watertight by September 2009.

Six months remained in the contract for interior fit out and landscaping and, despite what designer Ian MacGillivray describes as “the major challenge of logistics when you need to transport all your supplies to an off shore site”, in early May 2010, the building has successfully been handed over.

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The pod is craned in to its final position

AHW Building Solution’s Prefabricated Full Panel Modular System AHW Building Solutions has been using pre-fabricated construction techniques since 2004, building up a considerable expertise – and its own innovative full panel and pod construction system – along the way.

Terry O’Hara, AHW’s MD, recognised that faster, factory based construction is the way to go. “We feel it’s only common sense, delivering a better, more sustainable product and minimising handling on site,” he said.

AHW has been using James Jones FSC certified British manufactured JJI-Joists as the principal structural elements in its system since 2005. “We share James Jones commitment to sustainability and innovation,” added O’Hara.

Using pre-insulated closed panels, AHW has developed a successful four-pods-to-

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a-house method – two pods upper floor, two pods ground floor, for a two bed room, four person house, which has been successfully used in a number of affordable housing projects.The pods come fully fitted, with insulation, decoration, windows, doors, electrics and plumbing.

AHW’s system was adapted for the design and manufacture of the pods for FIBO. Utilising the services of RTC Timber Systems in Elgin Morayshire to manufacture the glulam-rimmed, timber frame wall panels, these were manufactured to stringent standards. “These wall panels needed to be very precisely manufactured,” explained O’Hara, “as the Energyflo insulation specified must be airtight to be effective and is only friction- fitted into the panels.”

Once completed, the panels were delivered to AHW’s facility in Kirkwall, where they were assembled into complete pods, ready for transportation by sea, on the 12 hour journey to Fair Isle.

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Sustainability in Development

Holy Island, Batman!

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he lack of affordable housing for local people is often cited as a major cause of communities breaking up, as young people in particular look to the cities to find work and somewhere to live.This was the exact position in which the isolated 160-strong community living on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, off the coast of Northumberland, found itself.

Local residents, some of whom were born

on the island, found themselves squeezed out of the housing market, with many facing the prospect of having to leave the island in search of affordable housing.

The problem has been caused by the increasing popularity of the island as a holiday destination, with buyers snapping up properties to let as holiday homes.

Recent years have seen house prices reach five times the level of similar homes on the nearby mainland, creating an unsustainable

We’re all familiar with large projects delivering affordable housing in and around the country’s major conurbations, but rising house prices and rents often hit rural communities the hardest.

FC&A look at how this was addressed on Holy Island in Northumberland.

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situation for the local community.

Supporting a Build for the Future With a centuries-old way of life under threat, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne Community Development Trust (HILCDT) - was formed, with the aim of not only halting the break-up of the community, but reversing the process. Only a decade ago, to address this very issue, the HILCDT obtained charitable donations for several new build properties that could be made available for rent by locals.The plan on this occasion was much the same - to build affordable homes for local people who chose to remain and build their lives on the island.

more than halfway to their target.The remaining £228,000 was raised through a number of sources, including a principal sum through a mortgage from the Triodos Bank.

“A small, well-planned housing scheme like this can make a big impact in a rural community,” says Pat Ritchie, the Homes and Communities Agency’s regional director for the North East. “Four families who might have had to leave the island can now look forward to a secure future in an affordable home.”

Can money grow on trees?

Four Housing Group, a leading housing provider in the region, helped to facilitate the HCA funding for the homes on behalf

The HILCDT wanted to build four threebedroom houses at a projected cost of £740,000.The initial £300,000 was provided by the Tudor Trust, a charitable trust which supports people and organisations working to achieve lasting change in their communities.

In the summer of 2008, the HILCDT approached the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) for help with the next phase of the project. Understanding the special nature of the project, the HCA was happy to provide £212,000 to take them

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of the HILCDT. Construction started in May 2009, with the first residents occupying their new homes in January this year. All homes were built to Level 3 of the Code for Sustainable Homes (CfSH), including solar panels and energy efficient design keeping fuel bills low for residents.

The key to the scheme’s success was to ensure the new homes would only be available for local people and their immediate families, with rents set at less than £300 per month; a manageable level for workers in a rural economy.The method of construction chosen reflected this ethos, anticipating household runningcosts way after the build was finished and tenants had moved in.

The decision was made to utilise timber frame construction for its highly sustainable and cost-effective credentials, eliminating the need for costly hi-tech renewable products to optimise carbon efficiency.

To satisfy the need for rapid construction and energy efficiency, the frames of the structures were then insulated with Warmcel 500 – a 100% recycled material, manufactured specifically to complement timber framed structures and provide optimum levels of carbon reduction.

Significantly,Warmcel 500, from Excel Fibre Technology, delivers U values of between

Residents Karen and Connor Ward look forward to their new home

Sustainability in Development Fact File Scheme: Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Northumberland Delivering: Delivering four new homes for affordable rent Clients: The Holy Island of Lindisfarne Community Development Trust (HILCDT) Facilitators: Four Housing Group, Homes & Communities Agency Architect: Duncan Roberts Main Contractor: SV Rutter Ltd Timber Frame Contractor: Lindisfarne Timber Frame Insulation Installer: BCA Insulation

High levels of insulation within the construction means that much smaller heating systems are needed

Blowing in the recycled newspaper insulation

0.22 and 0.09 W/m2K, which is far higher than the values required by building regulations.

Manufactured from recycled waste newspaper, it contains large amounts of sequestered carbon locked away in the paper giving it unparalleled green credentials as the only mainstream product with a Global Warming Potential (GWP) less than zero. It’s this that gives Warmcel a ‘carbon-negative’ status – a fact appreciated by a growing number of specifiers looking for easier ways to achieve higher levels on the CfSH. The high levels of insulation within the construction meant that much smaller heating systems were needed, which in turn mean lower fuel bills and less CO2 emitted – a genuine win:win situation for

householders looking to save money.

From tiny acorns...

The Holy Island housing scheme is a prime example of sustainable building methods helping to reduce environmental impact, while also proving highly cost-effective throughout a structure’s life span.

This project is of course micro compared to some of today’s large-scale ecodevelopments, but its impact in helping to sustain a small rural community should not be underestimated.

“When the houses were allocated, the comments on people’s Facebook pages said it all; ‘wonderful’ and ‘one of the happiest days of my life’, were typical,” said David Brettell of the HILCDT. “These homes, which are now a reality for

four families thanks in part to the HCA, are helping to make Holy Island a real community again.We were in danger of becoming a holiday retreat for older people but are now turning that around.

“Housing is such an integral part of what keeps a community alive. So it was vital that as a community we took steps to address the housing affordability issue. I would like to pay credit to the team at the HCA who helped and supported us throughout the process. For all of us this was uncharted territory and we had to deal with a grant application process which was more geared towards major developers, not a small community land trust run by volunteers.

But we got there in the end, and I hope other community land trusts will be able to take advantage of this innovative way of funding affordable rural homes.”

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Voice of the Industry

Making plans for progress Angus Middleton is the Technical Director at Renaissance Regeneration Ltd, an environmental consultancy specialising in due diligence and planning. Talking to FC&A, he tells us that a main problem with regulators is consistency – or lack of it.

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he majority of new developments now require some form of environmental screening, including many on greenfield sites. Large projects located in areas of low contamination risk tend to be regarded as an ecological threat.

Many developers or agents view these environmental planning requirements as an expensive delay, which unfortunately is often an accurate opinion. However, with the right approach the process can be smooth and inexpensive, it’s just that those involved often get it wrong.Why they get it wrong varies almost endlessly, but there are some general themes for the three main groups involved: clients, regulators and consultants.

Naturally occurring contamination In some parts of the country environmental conditions have only been a regular feature of the planning process for a few years.This means that even experienced developers, architects and planning consultants can have surprisingly little knowledge of the environmental process. Some are hampered further by misconceptions, such as the common mistake that naturally occurring contamination is not a problem (for example arsenic in soils).

This should not pose a particular problem, unless clients try to discharge the conditions themselves.This can save a few

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Voice of the Industry pounds on consultant’s fees, but can also result in far more work being required to satisfy the authority, thereby increasing both cost and delay. A good environmental consultancy will always discuss your situation, outline the best way forward and give a rough quote before you commit to using them. Or, importantly, before you pay anything.

Environmental conditions are nominally imposed by the Planning Department of the local authority, but are usually controlled by the Contaminated Land Officer (CLO) of the Environmental Health department. Usually, but not always. Some authorities do things differently, some have inefficient systems and some have no official system at all.Which brings us to the main problem with regulators: consistency.

Harsh conditions Every local authority has a slightly different way of dealing with environmental planning criteria.The authority’s stance towards environmental risk and its remedies is largely dependant on the personal opinion of their CLO. A risk averse officer will impose harsh conditions and vice versa. It is always worth knowing what you are up against before submitting an application or even buying the land. Looking at the conditions on existing applications for your site or similar sites may be unrevealing, as the wording is often standard for all applications and uses phrases like ‘appropriate investigation’.Talking directly to the CLO is likely to be much more rewarding, especially if you have environmental expertise.

The good news is that things are improving, not so much through official policy changes but due to more CLOs taking a balanced, pragmatic approach. For instance, a few authorities that recently required a full Phase I study for any residential development (around £1200) are now happy with a ‘light touch’ study for greenfield sites (around £300). More commonly a CLO will be open to a well balanced argument, but you will need a full understanding of the science to be able to talk them round.

Technical competence The environmental industry has always been highly scientific, with most practitioners in the 1980s being more

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academic than professional. Since the late 1990s the legal framework on environmental issues has tightened considerably, driving a massive expansion of the industry.This has lead to people with little knowledge entering some environmental consultancies and rising comparatively rapidly to seniority.

There can now be two problems with consultancies: lack of experience or blinkered technical approach.The former is often found in the ‘bargain basement’ companies and the latter in the larger companies with strong engineering ties.

Consultants without sufficient knowledge can delay or prevent planning acceptance, or at least result in more work being required than would otherwise be necessary. Consultants who focus mainly on the technical issues will usually provide excellent investigations, but they may not understand the client’s commercial imperatives and so the investigation may be unnecessarily complex.This will take more time and more money to produce than a minimal investigation, which would benefit the client just as much.

A consultancy with technical competence and commercial understanding should always identify the client’s objectives and regulator’s minimum requirements before doing anything else. Some clients want only to get approval for their development, whilst others want to protect against future liability or voluntarily engage in habitat reconstruction. Some sites are real contamination hazards, so gaining planning consent is almost a by-product of making the site safe for future use. Every project has unique drivers concerning the environment, so these have to be identified and understood before a consultancy starts spending their client’s money.

Beware ‘one size fits all’ Beware also the ‘one size fits all’ approach. I recently spoke to a local authority that was spending £2500 on a Phase I investigation (detailed historical review, site audit and conceptual modelling) for every property that they bought,

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sold or developed. Not only was this poor value for money but it was also totally unnecessary. Many of the sites in question were very uncomplicated and needed only a simple screening report to confirm them as ‘safe’.This meant £2000 a time in unnecessary fees for the large engineering consultancy in question and extremely poor value for the borough.

If your planning application has environmental conditions, it is worth finding out exactly what they entail. If you are lucky the CLO or even planners will have adopted a sensible, proportionate policy and can tell you it in easy detail.

However, if you are unlucky things could get messy. It is therefore usually worth appointing an environmental consultancy that is good with planning conditions to do it all for you – they will not charge extra for liaising with the regulator and could save you considerable amounts of time and money.

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When integrating a heat pump system with solar thermal heating, careful consideration must be given to the choice of cylinder.

Ideally the heat pump would not be in use when the solar gives enough input to heat the domestic water, but in reality this can be difficult to achieve. Instead, the cylinder can have a ‘dedicated solar volume’ that is only heated by the solar.The remaining cylinder volume must be enough to satisfy the demand when the solar is not effective, and Nu-Heat will assess this from the details of the property. As there are two heat sources the Building Regulation G3 safety cut out must work with both, the detail of which is shown on the docking drawings.

Tailored schematic drawings Underfloor heating works with almost any heat source, but when the source is a heat pump the low flow temperatures will necessitate longer heat up times, so allowances must be made.This will not be

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When a system is purchased from NuHeat, tailored schematic drawings are provided for each project showing the various elements, how they fit together and the best control and wiring configurations with supporting installation manuals. NuHeat also has an excellent relationship with suitably qualified installers and will recommend an expert to put in a system.

One integrated system In summary, system design should ensure that all of the technologies have been configured to work together in one integrated system with control systems that complement each other by making the most of their individual operational characteristics.When specifying an integrated system, it helps if the supplier knows the estimated water usage – the number of bathrooms, power showers and so on to allow correct sizing of the system.

Information about what times of the day the heating and hot water will be used helps with the correct programming of the heat pump and solar controllers to gain maximum efficiency from both.The

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Drainage & Waste Water

y a t s n o t a r u a H on track

The Blackpool and Fleetwood tramway – one of the very first in the world and the first in the UK, is currently undergoing a major redevelopment that is set to revitalise the famous 18 kilometres (11.2 miles) coastal route.

drainage pipes. A ductile iron GUGI® hinged grate also allows water to be drained from the surrounding area as well as from the rail. Normally bolted down, the grate is sized and easily opened to facilitate cleaning by a sludge gulper.

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rom Blackpool Starr Gate to Fleetwood Ferry the worn track is being replaced, including the 1.75 kilometres road running track, ready for the tramway’s 125th Anniversary Week this September. Funded by the Department for Transport (DFT), Blackpool Council and Lancashire County Council, the tram project is valued at approximately £100m, including for the provision of 16 new tramcar sets due to be delivered in 2011.

Current planning legislation requires modern tramways to take into account the control of surface water, especially where grooved rails are set into the road.

Rainwater polluted with dirt, oil and lubricants can collects in the rails so must be controlled to prevent localised flooding and contamination of the surrounding ground.Tracks require reliable drainage whether the rails are set into the road or

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Hauraton have gained extensive experience throughout Europe in tramway drainage and are keen to provide design support for UK projects. Used across rails in railway stations, port installations, container depots and national railways their systems are designed to provide simple and reliable installation, allowing quick access for maintenance and cleaning.

laid to ballast so a point or liner channel system will be needed.

With a load class of D400, Hauraton’s tough FASERFIX® TRAFFIC TRAM Point Inlet Gullies were specified for the project by WS Atkins because of their high hydraulic capacity, ease of installation and simple cleaning procedure.

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Delivering the right mailbox solutions Safe receipt of mail is a key concern for all of us. So the correct specification of a secure mailing system is vitally important for occupants of all types of premises. Alison Orrells, Managing Director of The Safety Letterbox Company, offers some advice.

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ot everyone has a letterflap through the door to receive their post directly, whether they are a householder, student, worker or business. By their very nature, multi-occupied buildings, from apartments, college and university accommodation to businesses and postal authorities, require mailboxes that can securely receive items until retrieved by the recipient.

As the UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier of secure mailing systems, we work closely with architects, developers, social housing providers, governments and postal authorities to deliver the best solution for the project.We manufacture more than 120 models of mailboxes to suit any site profile, location and budget, from robust fire-rated products to design-led bespoke installations. All accept a minimum of A4-sized items.

So where do you start? Answering the basic requirements will help to define your ultimate solution.What type of building is it and where will the boxes be sited – internally or externally? Multi-unit letterboxes in a range of sizes, colours and retrieval options can be sited within communal or lobby areas for ease of access in multiple-occupancy residential applications – such as housing complexes or college/university accommodation.

Suitable for all types of applications, a range of fire-rated mailboxes has been developed with the Fire Research Laboratory, satisfying the integrity criteria given in BS476 Part 22 1987 Clause 8 for one hour.

An optional finish can be added to conform to London Underground surface spread of flame requirement BS476 Part 6 & 7.

Manufactured from zintec steel to a high specification, these vandal-resistant FR mailboxes can be positioned within a designated fire escape route or banked within a fire-rated post room.The range features horizontal or vertical boxes accepting A4-sized items and a rearretrieval box suitable for wall recessing, surface or panel fixing.

For external applications, weather and vandal-resistant individual or multi-unit mailboxes can be installed on or within walls or as separate free-standing units.

Door entry systems can be combined with mail box units to provide a convenient and secure system addressing two common problems for the specifier – unwelcome entry and vandalism.

Where a door entry system and a mailing system are required at the same location, it can be convenient to house the door entry system within the mailbox system.This saves space and cost, giving an aestheticallypleasing solution.

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For vulnerable areas, practical anti-arson solutions that comply with guidance in the Secured by Design New Homes 2010 Guide, Section 21 are available to provide peace of mind for occupants or used to protect empty properties from attack.

Arson sadly remains a threat, costing lives and millions of pounds to the economy.

Secure lockable letterflaps, such as the Secured by Design-accredited Flaplock FL05, can be used with a separate external mailbox to receive mail.

Alternatively, an all-metal enclosed box can be installed over the letterbox opening on the inside of a front door to contain mail, unwanted or flammable materials and fire.

For extra safety, a discreet fire extinguisher system can also be fitted.These solutions also address two other distinct crime risks highlighted by police – fishing (theft via a letterflap) and lock manipulation (opening the lock via the letterflap).

Modern ways of living and working have placed even greater demands on how we receive our mail. Developing innovative solutions to these ever-changing requirements is our speciality, including a complete design and installation service for all market sectors.

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Fairer and better?

It is an unfortunate truth that many businesses will at some point face an investigation by the environmental regulators that might ultimately lead to a prosecution.

Simon Colvin, Senior Associate, Planning & Environment at Pinsent Masons LLP, discusses the relative initiatives and sanctions.

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t is important to be aware of the Government’s Fairer and Better Regulation Initiative, which will see the introduction of the Environmental Sanctions Order 2010 (ECSO) and the Environmental Sanctions (Miscellaneous Amendments) (England and Wales) Regulations 2010, both of which came into force on 6 April 2010.

ECSO is set to change the environmental regulatory landscape through the introduction of a civil penalty toolkit for environmental regulators; accessible without initial recourse to the courts.

The new approach is subject to certain caveats and procedural requirements. If an operator objects to the imposition of such a penalty and their prior representations to the regulator have been ignored, the operator can then appeal to a new civil tribunal known as the First Tier Tribunal (FTT).The FTT was established in autumn 2009 to hear appeals against the imposition of civil environmental penalties and other similar matters.

The new civil penalties – such as Enforcement Undertakings (EUs) and Third Party Undertakings (TPUs) – will be available for a wide range of environmental offences (see the DEFRA fairer and better regulation webpage for a complete list).

Existing penalties will also be available for a wider range of environmental offences.

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Hints and Tips The introduction of EUs will formalise a practice that those familiar with environmental regulation have utilised for some time – the idea of an agreement with the regulatory authorities to take certain steps/works to rectify any harm caused to the environment and others in order to prevent criminal enforcement action.

Up to now such agreements have been entered informally on good faith between an operator and the regulator.

Now there is a formal mechanism for the recognition of such agreements – a positive step.There is however a down side with EUs. Operators need to carefully consider the impact of such undertakings on third party liability.

Entering such an agreement could be seen as an admission of liability thereby opening the operator up to third party claims from those whose property has been affected, or who may have suffered personal injury.This concern applies equally to TPUs (by which an operator could offer to voluntarily compensate those affected by its actions).Thought should be given to the confidentiality of such undertakings and the extent to which they might be discloseable under requirements imposed by the Environmental Information Regulations and the Freedom of Information Act. Operators need to fully understand the

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new scheme so they can ensure the proportionate use of such penalties and suggest the use of sanctions such as EUs where possible in order to avoid criminal sanctions.

Operators also need to understand the right to consult prior to the imposition of a penalty along with the right to appeal and the procedures of the new FTT system.

An example of the importance of understanding how the different penalties operate is as follows: If an enforcement undertaking is accepted by the regulators it prevents any further enforcement action (civil or criminal) in respect of the same circumstances meaning no “double jeopardy”, that is unless the operator fails to comply with the enforcement undertaking. However, a third party undertaking does not have the same effect of preventing additional enforcement action, so operators need to consider their options carefully.

The current proposals will be welcomed by operators; regulators now have a wider range of more proportionate penalties available to them.The new scheme should hopefully mean operators do not face criminal prosecution for minor unintentional offences as is sometimes the case. However, the fact that the penalties are regulator imposed no doubt means we could see a greater level of enforcement action than is currently the case under the existing criminal scheme.

In conclusion while the new proposals do offer important benefits for both business and regulators, they come with a health warning. simonjcolvin@pinsentmasons.com

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Clinically contemporary

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he 13,500m² new-build scheme provides new clinical accommodation to replace the aging facilities currently located on a steeply sloping site opposite the new building.The building celebrates the reconciliation of a contemporary aesthetic with a contextual response while providing an exemplary healthcare facility for the community.

The iconic valleys terrace, with its robust use of materials and arrangement as a linear form in the landscape has been a major influence on the design.The scheme is conceived as a series of linear, sliding planes, arranged on a north-south orientation.The use of render, masonry and tiled pitch roof is embraced and exploited to ensure an appropriate contextual link whilst maintaining a

contemporary aesthetic.

With this in mind, the building responds to the site’s contextual identity, reflecting its architectural heritage while also applying contemporary aesthetics and sustainable technologies.

Future expansion Procured on a traditional JCT98 Private with Quantities basis for a cost of approximately £23m, and following further post-contract works subsequently commissioned by the client (mainly relating to improvements to M&E services and alterations to respond to new clinical services) the facility became operational February 2010.

The clinical brief required the following facilities to be provided: inpatient wards (4 x 27 bed wards, therapies (physiotherapy,

Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda, Llwynypia is a new 108-bed community hospital situated in the heart of the Rhondda Valley, commissioned in 2004 by Cwm Taf Health Board (then Pontypridd and Rhondda NHS Trust) and funded by the Welsh Assembly. FC&A are invited to do the rounds.

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occupational therapy, speech & language therapy, dietetics), outpatients (podiatry, ENT suite, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, general clinics), x-ray, ante-natal, minor accident centre, primary care centre, support facilities (pharmacy, chapel, mortuary, administration, estates, medical records, energy centre).

The brief required the majority of clinical accommodation to be located on the ground floor to ensure easy access. A number of departments, such as the minor accident and primary care centres required their own ‘front doors’.

Departments such as the mortuary also required careful and discreet sitting to ensure privacy and dignity was maintained.

The need to allow for future expansion, in terms of both new accommodation and car-parking, was also a major requirement

A number of departments, such as the minor accident and primary care centres required their own ‘front doors’

Public Sector: Healthcare of the client brief.

Ecological surveys The proposed location for the facility had been identified in the local plan as a site appropriate for hospital use prior to the commencement of the final design, and therefore not problematic in planning terms.The planning authority was careful in insisting that car-parking standards were met and not overly exceeded. In addition, strict regimes for ecological surveys were imposed prior to commencement of construction, as well as detailed geotechnical and ground surveys given the industrial history of the site.

Many challenges were encountered throughout the development of the building, one being that the site could potentially have contained contaminated land due to its former industrial uses.

The Local Planning Authority imposed onerous conditions on granting planning permission regarding the extent and the nature of groundwork investigation, requiring the input of geotechnical experts, and a considerable amount of time and effort to satisfy the requirements of the Environment Agency and Environmental Health departments.

Although value-engineering was required, the schematic design was not diluted, mainly as a result of the excellent working relationship and communication between Nightingale Associates and the project’s quantity surveyor, EC Harris.

A sustainable approach Scoring a NEAT ‘Excellent’ rating, the scheme incorporated the use of a biomass boiler as the hospital’s primary heat source, despite budget restraints.

At the time of its design in 2004, the use of biomass boilers was innovative in its

application in a healthcare setting; the installed facility, according to the biomass boiler’s supplier, remains the “largest to be installed in a new-build NHS scheme in the UK”.

The need for a sustainable approach to the design of the facility, while a mandatory requirement under NHS initiatives such as ‘NEAT’, has been a key requirement of the client. Recognising the vast amount of energy consumed by a 24-hour facility such as a hospital, the team assessed that the provision of a biomass boiler as the primary heat source would be an appropriate response. Providing a zerocarbon solution, the provision of a biomass boiler facility also supports the local economy through the procurement and supply of locally-sourced recycled timber – as well as an effective ‘pay-back’ period (approximately five years).

The biomass boiler is the primary heat source and is supported by two gas boilers for resilience.The boiler feeds an under-floor heating and cooling system (chosen for its benefits in minimizing infection risk). Cooling is also provided by absorption chillers, which are linked to the biomass boiler.The biomass boiler has been designed to operate on a continuous basis, providing a carbon-neutral heat source for the absorption chillers, thus maximizing the benefits provided in terms of efficiency.

The biomass boiler is 1.2MW capacity and has been designed to provide seven to ten days output per delivery.The system is fully automated with automatic fuel delivery and ash removal.

Views to surrounding hills The building also has a sophisticated Building Management System, which

allows close user monitoring of all system outputs as well as control, for example, roof ventilators. Externally, SUDS are employed in the majority of landscaped surfaces and car parks through the use of ‘Formpave’ permeable pavings.

Lighting controls are automatic in appropriate locations. Natural daylight and ventilation is encouraged throughout the design with passive stack ventilation – a key feature of areas such as the nurse station areas of each of the four inpatient wards and the main atrium - contributing to providing a central entrance space that was flexible, welcoming and legible but also dramatic, as per the client’s wishes.

Fixed brise-soleil is employed on the southern elevation to mitigate the effects of glare and solar gains.

The section has also been arranged to exploit the building’s aspect with an emphasis on upward views to the surrounding hills and the introduction of natural light into the heart of the plan.

Accordingly, large roof lights have been introduced above first floor nurse stations and high level clerestory windows included in patient bedrooms.

Responsible design married with a contemporary response that exploits the strong sense of identity offered by the context has resulted in an effective clinical facility of which the Rhondda Valley can be proud.

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Public Sector: Education

Learning curve Construction, maintenance and management of educational establishments has changed a lot since the introduction of BSF, PFI, Pathfinder and others, but the main aim is always to provide excellent premises for students. FC&A examine two projects with teaching and learning at their heart.

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Titus Salt School, Shipley

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esigned by Anshen + Allen and built by Educo (a Costain/ Ferrovial joint venture), the new Titus Salt School in Shipley for Integrated Bradford was one of four national Pathfinder projects. Since its completion, the school has been voted one of the top six new secondary schools in the UK – the only school in the North of England to be nominated.The building occupies a narrow sloping site between woodland and the Leeds Liverpool Canal.The design has a monochromatic palette with large expanses of glass created from Technal’s MX Visible Grid curtain walling system, to help integrate the more public areas of the school into the surrounding landscape.The curtain walling was used to form the main entrance, full height stairwells, to enclose the assembly hall overlooking the garden spaces, and to create a large picture window for the breakfast room with 3m spans and integrated brise soleil sunshading.

The school comprises six three-storey wings which radiate off a central ‘street’, providing a social hub and accommodating informal break-out spaces, with shared school and community facilities located at one end of the spine. Other architectural features of the new school include a large roof terrace for the art department with 360° views, and light toned render to articulate the faculty wings which group the classrooms together in identifiable units and minimise the impact of the building on the skyline.

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Public Sector: Education Carleton Community High School, Pontefract

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ollowing a devastating fire which destroyed half of their school’s buildings, pupils at Carleton Community High School in Pontefract, achieved record GCSE exam results studying in their new interim school. In one of the most challenging projects ever undertaken by Portakabin, 23 separate school buildings comprising 114 Ultima building modules were sourced, fully fitted out, installed and occupied by the school in just six weeks from receipt of order, despite freezing working conditions and whilst meeting the school’s stringent design and logistics requirements.

4,000m ², are being hired for three years while the damaged parts of the school are re-built.

meant that a commitment to deliver in time for the new school term was absolutely essential.”

Facilities in the interim school include reception, 25 classrooms, management suite with 11 offices, behaviour block, dining room for 700 covers, library, staff room for 80 teachers, dance studio with a full mirror on one elevation, drama studio with blackout windows, changing rooms and showers, key stage manager’s block with five offices, and 17 toilet blocks.

David Taylor, Senior Building Surveyor at property consultants NPS Group said, “The new interim accommodation is clean, fresh and bright. We needed a vast quantity of buildings at no notice, so had to select a national company with the resources and reputation to deliver on time and to our exacting quality standards.

Portakabin did an excellent job.”

Rob Foreman, Head Teacher at Carleton Community High School, said, “It was imperative that the buildings arrived in the shortest possible time to ensure continuity of education provision and minimal disruption to the school.This

As this project illustrates, delivery of school buildings on time is critical to minimising disruption to children’s education, but is even more important in emergency situations such as fire and floods.

The school is a specialist science and mathematics college. Its 971 pupils were immediately displaced following the fire, so it was critical that the new interim school was up and running as fast as possible.

Portakabin was able to provide a rapid response and complete solution to minimise disruption to the children’s education. This included foundations, building installation, fitting out to the school’s exact requirements, fire and intruder alarms, and access ramps and steps. The buildings, which span more than Images courtesy David Jones

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Public Sector: Housing MMC was used extensively across this scheme

Go west!

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oastline Housing has unveiled a development of 33 new affordable homes for local people in St Ives.The £4.7 million scheme is a mixture of houses and bungalows ranging from two-bedrooms to four-bedrooms.The development secured more than £1million funding from the Homes and Communities Agency, and £300,000 from Cornwall Council.

“The fact that St Ives is so hugely attractive to the tourist industry means that many local people have been forced to search for a home elsewhere,” said Robert Nettleton, Chief Executive of Coastline Housing, “We know that these

The West Country has long been a tourist destination, but as well as providing jobs, the tourism industry can also push up the costs of housing for local people.

Coastline Housing’s latest project aims to offer affordability, and opportunity

properties will make a real difference to local individuals, couples and families in need of a home of their own.This development would not have been made possible without the support of central Government, Cornwall Council and the local town council. It really is a great example of how partnership working can deliver much needed new homes.”

The scheme, named Joannies Avenue and Joannies Watch, is based in the Consols area of St Ives. It comprises a mix of rented housing and shared-ownership (part buy, part rent) properties, for people looking to get a foot onto the housing ladder.The word ‘Joannies’ refers to the history and heritage of the town’s fishing industry.

Laura Haynes, Head of Development at Coastline Housing, said, “When local fishermen broke an oar, they would whittle down the remaining wood to carve a small doll. Once home, the doll would be given as a special present to their children - the dolls were called ‘Joannies’. A member of staff discovered the story and thought it

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The Hosking family outside their new home in Joannies Avenue, St Ives

would make an excellent name for the development. Cornwall Council agreed, and liked the fact that the new scheme would take its name from the history of St Ives.” Forty-five Jubilee Joannies have been created by local Steve Martin to mark the occasion.

Designed by architects RAHA (Rogers and Haynes Architects), and constructed

by Mi-Space, the scheme has achieved an EcoHomes rating of ‘very good.’ All of the homes feature energy efficiency measures including highly efficient combi-boilers and radically improved levels of insulation, all of which means reduced future running costs for residents.

Public Sector: Housing Robert Nettleton, Chief Executive of Coastline Housing, tells FC&A of the energy efficiency measures incorporated in to the new homes, and how external finishes were chosen.

Were there any problems gaining planning permission, did the original designs have to be changed?

A successful planning consent was achieved following a robust and inclusive consultation period with the local community and planning authority.

Tell us about the energy efficiency part of the scheme: This scheme was built to meet the Ecohomes ‘very good’ standard and each property has been fitted with a highly efficient gas combi boiler. Each property was also provided with a lockable shed for bike storage, compost bins, water butts and rotary lines. However, the key additional element to this scheme was the amount of work carried out by Coastline with the incoming residents prior to handover, which included regular viewings of the site and a dedicated day held in the local sports centre to run through the homes in more detail. Each household was then provided with a handover pack which included all of the information required about their new home and the local environment.This included a travel plan, which identifies ways for the

householder to access local facilities in an environmentally friendly way.

What’s the structure of the properties?

Modern methods of construction were used on this scheme and included a timber frame with tiled roof.

You have ‘radically improved levels of insulation’ - what did you use?

The houses were very well insulated with 400 mm of insulation inserted into the roof void.

Tell us about some of the

external finishes, why were these chosen?

The scheme sits in an elevated position and therefore considerable thought was given to both the external finishes of the properties and to the external environment, including the landscaping and boundary treatments.This was heavily influenced by the desire to achieve ‘Secure by Design’ status, which is awarded to schemes that can demonstrate how they have focused attention on crime prevention at the design, layout and construction stages of homes and promotes the use of security standards for a wide range of applications and products.

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Burmatex: bespoke Kaba provide sophisticated access design for university to Oxford school Burmatex has recently completed a two-phase refurb project at Huddersfield University.The facilities manager at the university approached Burmatex to provide a contemporary and distinctive carpet design that would be hard wearing, after being inspired by its designled products at an exhibition. Burmatex’s in-house design team created a scheme for the 1,000m² multi-purpose conference room and surrounding corridors that included new tailored loop pile tile, sector and structure bonded tiles, zip and code, highlighting the versatility and coordination of the ranges across all price points. Zip and code’s unique aesthetics and durability were the perfect solution.

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Single ply for iconic Olympic training Online Enquiry 018 venue The £25 million rejuvenation of Uxbridge’s iconic Grade II listed Lido has produced a leisure complex which Britain’s swimmers will use in preparation for the 2012 Olympics. Designed in collaboration with sport and leisure architects Faulkner Brown, 3,300 m2 of Flag-Soprema Flagon SV PVC single ply membrane was installed on seven roof levels.The system is puncture, rot and weather resistant. New facilities include a 50 metre indoor pool with moveable floor, health and fitness suite, community sports hall, café, crèche and athletics stadium.

Leading door manufacturer and supplier Kaba Door Systems, has provided automatic sliding doors at Headington School, Oxford.Working with Kingerlee Construction, Kaba installed two bi-parting sliding door systems and a telescopic sliding door to a new extension at the prestigious school.The two sets of 6m wide Bi-parting sliding doors form the main entrance to the new music room building, the outer door linking into the existing access control and computer systems to ensure the doors can be continually monitored.The inner door has sensor activation and leads through to the main building.

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One of the most distinctive features is the row of 46 perforated aluminium Energy Screens, installed vertically across the south facing glazed facade. Each Energy Screen measures 750mm wide and 4500mm tall.

The motorised Energy Screens are linked to a standalone control system, which rotates them simultaneously, following the movement of the sun.The Energy Screens reflect and absorb the sun’s rays, helping to control natural daylight levels and significantly reducing solar heat gain within the building.

Laidlaw anti-ligature door furniture for £6m learning disability centre

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Laidlaw Solutions’ Orbis Anti-ligature door furniture has been used extensively at Rose Lodge, a £6.1m specialist centre for adults with learning disabilities.This follows earlier ProCure21 projects for Northumberland,Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust in which Laidlaw worked alongside Laing O’Rourke and specialist healthcare architects MAAP.The facilities are modern, safe and respect the privacy and dignity of patients within a ‘medium secure’ environment. Anti-ligature products included Bedroom and Washroom Locksets with primary or secondary barricade features.

VMZINC Interlocking Panels first with BRE Certification VMZINC is the first UK supplier to receive BRE certification for a zinc interlocking panel façade system.

Used extensively for new student accommodation at Plymouth University, it is designed as an open jointed, drained and back-ventilated cavity rainscreen façade or overcladding.Vertical and horizontal panels in five pre-weathered colours are available, in widths from 200 to 300 mm and lengths from 0.5 metres to 6 metres. By virtue of the patented pre-weathering process which also gives the panels a unique texture, natural patination continues but without any need for periodic maintenance or coating.

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Portsmouth Naval Base scores with F. Ball F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s high performance subfloor preparation products have been used to prepare the floor area of a 1000m2 five-a-side, indoor football pitch at a Naval Base in Portsmouth, creating a smooth, level and hard-wearing surface onto which the playing surface could be laid. A combination of Stopgap 900 dpm-prep floor smoothing compound, Stopgap F75 high performance waterproof surface membrane and Stopgap 600 deep section base compound were used to build up the subfloor to the required thickness and create a smooth, durable surface which optimised the appearance, consistency and longevity of the five-a-side pitch.

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Pendant Power!

St Kentigern’s Hospice in North Wales is the latest care facility to benefit from C-TEC’s new Quantec QT432 infrared/radio neck pendants.

Each patient wears their own elegantly designed neck pendant, which allows them to trigger calls remotely via a Quantec infrared call point, ceiling receiver and/or radio receiver.The pendants, which are supplied in a robust plastic enclosure with a 1.2m anti-ligature lanyard, work in harmony with the existing C-TEC Quantec addressable call system at the eight-bedroom residential unit.

Oventrop chosen to streamline purchasing Oventrop UK has supplied a significant quantity of its mechanical services valves for three different buildings as part of the £21m Phase 3 redevelopment of Southampton City College. Haydon Mechanical & Electrical chose to use Oventrop equipment throughout the three buildings to consolidate to one manufacturer and streamline their purchasing route. They had used Oventrop valves previously and were pleased with their quality, reliability and cost. As well as general boiler and boiler ancillary valves, Oventrop also supplied butterfly and ball isolation valves up to 8-inches diameter.

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TORMAX make an entrance at St Thomas’ As part of an ongoing commitment to improving access throughout this world-renowned teaching hospital, the main entrance to St Thomas’ now benefits from a glass lobby featuring two sets of bi-parting TORMAX automatic sliding doors powered by state-of-the art iMotion technology. Helping ensure efficient flow of foot traffic, these doors also significantly contribute to a reduction in heat lost from the hospital, whilst comfort levels within the six retail units situated in the reception area have also been improved with the addition of TORMAX iMotion automatic swing doors.

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Crown Trade targets health sector with Steracryl Anti Bacterial Coatings Crown Trade has launched two new anti bacterial decorative coatings to help prevent the spread of ‘Superbugs’ in healthcare facilities and at the same time deliver cost savings by significantly extending redecoration schedules.

Proven to provide effective anti bacterial protection, Crown Trade Steracryl Anti Bacterial Scrubbable Matt and Durable Acrylic Eggshell are also formulated for maximum durability in heavily trafficked areas and will retain their ‘just painted’ appearance even when subjected to the intensive cleaning regimes demanded in hospitals, clinics and surgeries.

Steracryl Anti Bacterial Scrubbable Matt and Durable Acrylic Eggshell both incorporate SteriTouch® antimicrobial additives which employ the natural sterilising properties of silver.These same silver ion additives

are used extensively in healthcare environments to provide anti bacterial protection in mattresses, textiles, wall cladding panels, bandages, surgical equipment, etc. All SteriTouch® additives have comprehensive approvals, including FDA and EFSA for food contact and provide excellent levels of protection while remaining safe for even the most sensitive applications.

The coatings have been independently tested using the internationally recognised JIS Z 2801:2000/ISO 22196:2007 method.

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(tested according to ISO 11998). In addition, Crown Trade has undertaken its own rigorous field trials at various NHS facilities to test their durability, scrubbability and appearance retention. Both products have been proven to extend redecoration cycles, enabling health trusts to stretch their maintenance budgets further.

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Clad all over

Have foresight with your eyesight!

The A. Proctor Group of Blairgowrie has supplied 1650m² of their timber cladding for use on the New International School of Aberdeen.The school recently underwent a major new-build programme to replace the existing school, carried out by Stewart Milne Construction.This product is ideal for projects such as schools and other public buildings, as it is low maintenance and comes with a standard 30 year warranty against decay. Royale Timber cladding not only has superior weathering properties, but is also an environmentally sound exterior cladding which comes in natural colours and various different profiles.

The results of tests conducted by market-leading safety equipment provider uvex show that in most cases if an organisation buys cheap safety spectacles costing around £2, rather than superior quality ones for £6, they may pay double over the course of a year to protect employees’ eyes. Assuming two washes per week through 44 weeks per year, users of the £2 spectacles would go through 22 pairs a year (£44 per person), while those using £6 spectacles would only need 3.6 pairs because the anti-fog coating lasts up to and beyond 12 weeks - £21.60 per person per year - clearly demonstrating it’s a false economy to buy cheaper spectacles!

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School premises usually need maintenance work to be carried out during the holidays so minimal disruption is caused to lessons in term time; Quarrydale School in Nottingham had two sports halls totaling over 600m² that required sub-floor preparation and a new floor covering.

The project’s timescale was reduced by applying Ultra Floor DPM IT two-coat to create a waterproof surface membrane.This was then primed with Ultra Floor Prime IT N, to enhance the bond of Level IT SmoothFlow.

Pumping Level IT SmoothFlow into the sports halls took only approximately 1.5 hours and once dry, Gerflor’s Taraflex® Sport M Plus synthetic indoor sports floor was laid.

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MMC & OSC Both MMC and OSC can save time and money, reduce on-site waste, and help achieve outstanding energy efficiency for residents.

FC&A looks at Stewart Milne Timber Systems’ innovative development of affordable homes, for Tenants First Housing Co-operative in Peterhead, which utilised MMC to deliver real value for money.

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he challenge at Peterhead was to provide increased off-site fabrication, reducing the build programme but with improved quality and a reduced health and safety risk. Stewart Milne Timber Systems delivered this by producing an advanced panel system which offered better air tightness of 6m³/h/m² combined with the benefit of simplified installation of followon trades which decreased potential for delays due to adverse weather conditions.

At the same time, the reduction in manual handling and considerably less quantities of materials on site increased site safety.

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depth discussion to ensure best value for money, not only in the initial investment, but also in the whole life costs. In terms of sustainability, the company believes that the important first step is getting the best possible performance from the building envelope in terms of insulation and air tightness. Such cost effective measures will continue to deliver benefits throughout the life of the building.

Sandy Murray, chief executive of Tenants First Housing Cooperative, said, “In choosing our contractor, we were looking to maximise the amount of off-site construction since this leads to a higher quality product built in factory controlled conditions. Stewart Milne Timber Systems had designed their innovative new closed

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panel but it had not yet been generally delivered on sites.We agreed to contract with them on condition that they used this new technology.”

Overall, the use of this innovative modern method of construction delivered a range of benefits for the client, contractor and, ultimately, future tenants, that include a factory quality product, produced and erected more efficiently, with few defects; the closed panel design brings greater airtightness and better insulation which will result in lower energy costs in the future and help meet targets for sustainability; faster erection times providing wind and weather-tight structures allowing followon trades to progress unhindered; reduced manual handling means a safer site

MMC & OSC The floors were constructed in cassette form in the factory and pre-fitted with chipboard flooring

High performance timber windows were pre-fitted within the wall panels

throughout the construction period; and ultimately the delivery of higher quality homes with lower future maintenance.

The product specified was a closed panel timber frame that involves a greater level of off-site construction in a factory controlled environment.

The structural timber used was CLS sandwiched between 2 layers of OSB. The insulation was pre-fitted between the OSB in the factory providing a u-value of 0.27W/m²k.

High performance timber windows were also pre-fitted within the wall panels in the factory that allows the timber frame to be closed off and

secure very early within the overall construction programme whilst also reducing health & safety risk.

The floors were constructed in cassette form in the factory and prefitted with chipboard flooring.This speeds up the erect process on site whilst also reducing health & safety risk through manual handling.

To further reduce the production programme, reduce health and safety risk and reduce cost, the roofs were constructed on the foundation slab and lifted off in advance of the timber frame erection commencing.The roofs were then lifted into position on the timber frame to provide a secure, wind and watertight structure.

Not only do the off-site construction methods result in fewer defects, because the majority of construction is in the factory, the result is a far higher quality of finish than could ever be produced on site.

While any construction project generates waste, utilisation of OSC construction methods means waste remains in the factory and can be far more efficiently recycled.

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Fire Safety

Fire Stopping: getting it right Preventing the spread of fire within a building has become increasingly complex with the growing use of a variety of services passing throughout the building. To simplify this critical process, leading insulation manufacturer Rockwool has published a new technical manual.

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K Building Regulations and the insurance industry use the fundamental concept of compartmentation to restrict and delay the spread of fire in buildings. For the intended fire performance of the wall, floor or roof to be reinstated after services have been incorporated, it is essential that an appropriate and effective sealing system is employed. Such sealing methods should consider the risk of fire spreading through the service or along its surface and also along any cavities within the surrounding construction.

faces.The principal job of Rockwool’s Ablative Coated Batt is to provide a fire barrier in voids created for the passage of services. It has obtained LCPB third party approval and is listed in ASFP Red Book for Fire Stopping 3rd edition.

A minimum requirement, each service or void must be fire-stopped to match the fire performance of the wall, floor or roof through which it passes.When considering the variables as described above and how they interact, selection of the most appropriate fire stopping system can be a complex process for the installer, but one that legally, morally and professionally he has to successfully perform.

Rockwool are the only manufacturer of coated batts to use a fully automated production process to spray the ablative coating to the batt, providing a consistently uniform and high quality spray finish - a single dimension, single density product that makes it easy to specify.

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The Rockwool fire stopping solutions have been tested for their fire resistance and assessed for up to 4 hours as blank or penetration seals within plasterboard, masonry or concrete wall or floor constructions, where pipes, cables or ducts are passing through openings of up to 2.4m x 2.88m.

The Rockwool Fire Stopping range is complemented with Acoustic Intumescent Sealant, Insulated Fire Sleeves, Fire, Conlit Bandage and FireDuct Systems which were used in a rigorous fire resistance testing programme for use of Ablative Coated Batt in penetration seal applications. All tests were conducted at

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UKAS accredited fire test laboratories to BSEN 1366-3: 2006 standard.

An assessment of scope has been produced by Chiltern International Fire Ltd., giving details of the Tested and Approved configurations of penetration sealing systems fitted within a Rockwool Ablative Coated Batt sealing system.

A second assessment from Exova Warrington Fire provides an opinion on the size and configurations of blank seals.

Rockwool are advocates of 3rd party approval schemes for fire resistance products and have had Fire Test reports and assessments for Ablative Coated Batt penetration seals verified by the Loss Prevention Certification Board.The LPCB have issued Certificate 022b/6 in support of their approval of Rockwool’s Fire Test assessment. Further details can be found at www.redbooklive.com The Rockwool Fire Stopping Manual For the first time Rockwool has brought together its range of fire tested solutions in a single technical manual, downloaded in PDF format from the Rockwool website at www.rockwool.co.uk/firestopping

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Profile

In an advisory capacity Charles Meynell of iNet advises companies on sustainable construction – but still has a bone to pick with his own careers advisor!

Name: Charles Meynell Family: Wife – Charlotte. Children – Cosmo (15), Felix (10) & Hector (nearly 5) Age: 45 Town of residence: Nr Melbourne Position/Company: Senior Innovation Adviser, Sustainable Construction Innovation Network (iNet) What was your first job, and when did you join the industry you are currently in?

My very first job was as a salesman in the shoe department of Gucci, Old Bond St, London. I moved into construction when I joined Countryside Properties (PLC) in 1996.

Did you have plans to achieve this, or was it a series of events?

No exact plans as such, but it was a natural gravitation as I had enjoyed a brief foray into the property market working with London agency,Winkworth, before my military career. My initial enthusiasm for buildings came from studying history of art and architecture.

What has happened along the way that helps you in your position today?

The most meaningful event along the path was setting up and running my own business in a niche sector of the construction sector in off-site construction.

It satisfied my then need to do something entirely for myself and also tempered my

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business experience in the forge of selfemployment. It really is a very different world to working in a large organisation, or even one that is small but well-established.

The whole exercise (if one can call it that, perhaps ordeal would be more apt!) opened my eyes to the Pandora’s box of problems and traps that the small startup/SME is prey to – and indeed it is really no wonder that so many fall beside the way. I think it gives me a real insight into other people’s problems and coupled with knowledge of the construction sector at its most competitive, speculative housebuilding, and I believe I am fairly well qualified to advise the sort of small companies we see almost everyday.

Do you think that industry newcomers will have the same opportunities as you had?

Not in terms of the same opportunities that the longest-running housing bubble has enabled over the past 10 years. But there are now, in my mind, even better opportunities created by the economic down turn and the rapid emergence of the

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low carbon economy and its impact already on how we build and refurbish our built environment.The old and hide-bound will inevitably perish and the new and adaptable will inherit.This will be a particularly bloody period of adjustment to a sector that is well-known for its reactionary approach to new technologies, a result of far too many years in a stable (technologically speaking) and comfortable market.

How much has your industry changed since you have been involved – and have you caused any of these changes?

Until recently I would have said that the industry was a good talker… but with little more than lip-service paid to any real change. However, with climate-change happening and government legislating for it we are all witness to fundamental, massive changes starting to happen.There is still an awfully long way to go. Educating everyone is just as much as a challenge, not because it is more complicated than previously (on every front from planning

Profile to new technologies to ‘how to’) but because the pace of change is very quick these days as a result of globalisation.What was new and exciting last week is obsolete the next, and in the construction world that is very hard to deal with on many levels.

What advice do you wish you’d been given at 25 (or 35!)?

Become an investment banker – I’m still going to hunt down my career’s master on that one!

Do you think advice can be given to people, or does everyone have to make their own mistakes?

In my opinion, and in general, you have to make your own mistakes to actually learn anything – unless you are unnaturally gifted! It’s got to hurt and it’s got to make a lasting impression. Sometimes it takes two or three mistakes before a particular lesson is properly learnt! I have made a great many mistakes in my life and still do so. Except now I regard them in a positive light as one more thing that I’ll get right next time! Having said that, if you can get access to relevant, timely advice it can save you a great deal of time, money and trouble – it all depends on how much you are prepared to listen and learn from others.

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Where do you see yourself/your industry in five/ten years’ time?

Staring into crystal balls is not a thing I like to do either personally or professionally, especially in the case of a rapidly changing landscape, because in my experience things rarely turn out as expected.

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But if I were to speculate from an industry perspective, a lot depends on the future political impetus given to adapting our lifestyles to climate change, allied closely to the health of our economy – don’t let’s forget there is still the elephantine issue of our gargantuan budget deficit to tackle, which will severely restrict the amount of room for manoeuvre at every sort of level: local and national government, private equity and so on. However, given certain assumptions, I would like to think that in five years time, the UK industry (and I speak very broadly here to include academia’s contribution) will have adopted and begun to commercially exploit its intellectual capital-lead in the low carbon agenda, starting with the built environment and energy/ water/ waste.

Furthermore, I would hope that we would have begun adapting and growing our manufacturing base to deliver the new technologies, currently being provided mainly by foreign competition, for therein lies, I suspect, a great opportunity to yoke our acknowledged knowhow to producing high-value products for sale throughout the globe.

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Acoustic Insulation

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t AECOM Acoustics, we have a strong commitment to promote sustainable design solutions and often face design challenges brought about by innovations in technologies and thinking.

On recent projects, two examples stand out.The first is the current popularity of exposed concrete soffits to provide thermal mass.The second comes from progressions in architectural design which now see a growing trend towards the use of large open plan spaces. So what impact do these have on acoustics?

One of our current projects, a new office development in a city centre location, features both aforementioned elements.

The five storey building takes a major step towards the rejuvenation of the area and aims to be innovative in its design and technologies. Large open plan office areas connect to a tall, narrow, glass fronted atrium with no significant partitioning to separate the spaces. Also, the office areas utilise exposed concrete soffits to meet requirements for thermal control. Both the atrium and the exposed soffits contribute to passive ventilation and cooling of the building, integral in developing a

Shhh... insulation at work However great a building looks, its usability is the real issue. Effective acoustic insulation, essential yet un-glamorous, is a key item at the heart of any project’s success.

Adam Mottershead, Associate Member of the Institute of Acoustics and Acoustic Engineer at AECOM Acoustics, tells FC&A how this can be achieved.

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carbon friendly building in pursuit of an environmental and sustainability performance assessment (BREEAM). For the acoustician, these choices present significant challenges which centre on the control of reverberant energy. It is crucial that we limit absolute noise levels and cross-talk between the different spaces.

Both of these issues are exacerbated by the open design of the building and by strong reflections from the hard concrete surfaces and the atrium’s narrow glass structure.

Intrusive acoustic reflections Both the atrium and the offices must include sufficient amounts of acoustically absorbent surfaces so that noise is not permitted to build in the atrium and then transfer to cause disruption in the offices.This is also applicable to noise generated and propagated within the office spaces themselves.Typically, an acoustically absorbent suspended ceiling system would be used - perforated plasterboard panels or fibre-board tiles for example - covering a large percentage of the total soffit area giving an ample and equal distribution of acoustic absorption.

Suspended ceiling systems, which typically serve well to control reverberation time, are not possible to the required extent, where exposed soffits are desired.We therefore looked to alternative solutions.

Without treatment to the concrete soffit reverberation would be high and intrusive acoustic reflections would occur between noise sources and receivers. This can lead to degradation of speech intelligibility and high ambient noise levels, both of which may affect concentration and productivity.

In the case of this office development, a series of acoustically absorbent rafts hung from the soffit gave the best solution.

Comprising a perforated metal panel backed with tissue faced mineral wool, the raft system provides a suitable level of absorption and allow air to reach the concrete soffit. Acoustic rafts, although a suitable solution in this case, bring certain challenges.The reduced area available to accommodate these systems means a higher absorption performance is often required, bringing increased costs to a project. Also, a suitable level of free space must exist between and above the rafts to maintain the required level of thermal performance from the soffit. In cases where

Acoustic Insulation Acoustically absorbent surfaces limit noise build-up in the atrium and stop its transfer to the offices.

Poor acoustic insulation can lead to degradation of speech intelligibility and high ambient noise levels, both of which may affect concentration and productivity

heat loadings are high due to solar gains or exothermic equipment, there can be very limited space available to accommodate acoustic rafts.

Maintaining the aesthetic design Where space is at a premium, the topside of an acoustic raft system may be considered for use. For this to be effective, the area of each raft must remain relatively small and suitably spaced apart to increase the area available to interact with sound.

Further, the effectiveness of the top side of a raft absorber increases with its distance from the soffit, again, by bringing a greater surface area in to play. In practical terms, these requirements often bring rafts into conflict with lighting systems, and at times, architect’s design proposals. In these cases a compromise must be established.

Working on another recent project, a new university building on a city centre site, we faced challenges where areas available for acoustic treatment were very limited.

This was to preserve the function of the exposed soffit where significant heat loads were expected and also to maintain the aesthetic design of the project. Here we chose to utilise wall space with acoustically absorbent panels and a bespoke acoustic panel system incorporated into large wall mounted ventilation apertures.These

solutions impacted on coordination throughout the design stages of that project.

Robust acoustic design strategy Increasingly, our clients are looking to step beyond typical design boundaries, or at times, completely remove them. AECOM is currently providing design support across numerous disciplines for a new secondary school project in the North West.The challenge for the acoustics team lies in the intention to create a predominantly open plan space.The building will centre on a core area running on to flexible learning spaces with a selection of cellular classrooms on the perimeter.The idea underpinning the project is to promote the sense of unrestricted freedom and movement with ample space and light to inspire freedom and aid learning. But acoustic privacy is at stake and the ability for pupils to maintain concentration could be the cost. Here, we must establish a robust acoustic design strategy based on careful assessment and experience that will work to preserve, to the best degree, acoustic separation between spaces.

However, even using the best and most innovative absorption based solutions, it will never be possible to achieve the levels of acoustic separation that are portioned design would give.The difficulty we face

here, is communicating this to the other members of the Design Team without negatively impacting on the progression or vision of the project.

Perhaps the most important aspect of our work is to provide understanding and suitably inform client expectations of the acoustic implications of new and design strategies.Therefore, we continually look to new and inventive techniques to apply the foundation of our knowledge in the evolving world of building engineering. For example, by adapting detailed computer modelling techniques or finding new places to drill holes and insert mineral wool, it is important for us to continually refresh the ways in which we seek out and achieve the best design solutions. At AECOM Acoustics we work continually towards improving the development of our industry to better our buildings for all concerned. adam. mottershead@aecom.com www.ioa.org.uk

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Heating

Woodn’t it be nice?

Technology goes full circle – when this Jacobean manor was built, it would have been warmed by huge log fires. Now its new biomass boiler uses wood pellets to keep visitors cosy. FC&A have a look at this latest sustainable technology

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he installation of a Hamworthy Heating biomass boiler at St John’s House, a picturesque Jacobean manor house and one of Warwickshire’s most interesting museums, is singularly appropriate on a number of counts. Not only does it demonstrate the suitability of carbon neutral technology for a 250 year old listed building, it also reinstates the County Council’s commitment to community leadership towards combating climate change, and brings the museum’s collections right up to date.

This is an installation that is fully integrated with its museum surroundings, complete with a viewing panel into the plant room itself.

Warwickshire’s County Museum Service owes its beginnings to the Warwickshire Natural History and Archaeological Society, founded in 1836. It was taken over by the County Council in 1932, and now showcases the county to the world.

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history collection going back 300 years, plus displays on the county’s archaeology, natural history and geology.The work is being developed all the time as aspects of life in today’s Warwickshire are added.

“It was therefore entirely right for us to have chosen a biomass boiler fully integrated with auxiliary gas boilers as part of an extensive refurbishment programme at the museum,” said Neil Payne, senior mechanical design engineer at Warwickshire County Council. “The installation is very much on display, with viewing window into the plant room and interpretation panels explaining the concept of carbon neutral ‘green energy’. It’s a great way to spread the message on environmental protection and

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fighting climate change by cutting carbon emissions.”

Seamlessly integrated systems Hamworthy Heating won the contract on the strength of its ability to provide a complete package.This is delivered through its Technology Partner Programme, where seamlessly integrated systems combining traditional and renewable technologies are purpose designed for specific commercial or public sector applications.Warwickshire County Council followed its own internal tender process and applied its policy of selecting renewable technologies and products wherever feasible.

The system at St John’s House Museum

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A 65kW Pelletstar biomass boiler provides the base load for space heating purposes and is the lead boiler at all times in the integrated system

the fuel store and from there are gravityfed into the stoker screw. is based around a 65kW Pelletstar biomass boiler, which provides the base load for space heating purposes and is the lead boiler at all times. In addition there are two wall mounted 100kW Milborne wall hung gas fired condensing boilers, all necessary pipe work, flues, and hoppers, and a built-in fabricated fuel store to house the wood pellets used to fuel the biomass boiler. Installation was subcontracted to a Warwick based company, Blue Diamond Plumbing and Heating Ltd. “The auxiliary gas boilers allow for routine maintenance shutdowns of the biomass boiler and ensure continuity of heat supply in the event of a shortage of the solid fuel,” said Liam Elmore, Hamworthy Heating’s Regional Sales Manager covering Warwickshire. “Some customers appreciate the additional heating capacity that can be provided by auxiliary gas boilers in exceptionally cold winters. When we have very icy roads and prolonged extreme weather conditions, as experienced last winter, there is potentially a risk that solid fuel deliveries may be disrupted.”

Maximise carbon reduction One of the main reasons for keeping the demand on ancillary gas boilers as low as

possible is to maximise carbon reduction, however, another consideration is the importance of maintaining a biomass boiler running at optimum combustion temperature rather than allowing it to switch on and off.This ensures that it works to maximum efficiency on wood fuel and minimises NOx emissions at the higher combustion temperatures.

Hamworthy Heating’s Pelletstar biomass boiler is equipped with automatic ignition, automatic ash removal, Lambda flue gas sensing for exhaust and combustion monitoring, and flue gas dust separation.

There is also a built-in controller with an LCD screen providing an easy user interface for control of the heating system and fuel buffer storage. A multi-cyclone grit arrestor for flue gas dust extraction ensures that the system complies with Clean Air Act Smoke Control Zone legislation.

One of the challenges of installing the system into a listed building focused on the location of the fuel store. “Normally this would be set up outside a customer’s building, but with a listed property, that was not acceptable, even though it cost more,” Elmore added. In this case a sectionalised hopper system had to be installed in the museum building.Wood pellets are delivered into the hopper from

Organic material In the long term St John’s House Museum will be heated using wood sourced naturally through coppicing at the County Council’s country parks. For the time being, however, wood chips are supplied locally by Midlands Wood Fuel Ltd. Potentially, alternative sources of organic material can be used in a biomass system, including refuse derived fuels, provided it meets the appropriate quality requirements for handling, storage and combustion, and these can be a by-product of the advanced treatment facilities for municipal and similar wastes that are starting to replace landfill as a means of waste disposal in some parts of the UK. “There is no doubt that biomass systems are the way forward for many large scale applications, using single or multiple boiler combinations and auxiliary gas boilers if required,” Elmore concludes. “They are flexible, with single boilers now rated from 50kW to 500kW. Hamworthy Heating has considerable expertise in the technology and at the same time is constantly seeking to refine it further.The capital allowances and lower running costs of sustainable and refuse derived fuels will certainly be important for a long time to come.” www. hamworthy-heating.com

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Roofing

Icopal gives the ultimate green light

The first half of 2010 has seen an unprecedented number of new “green” product launches by the UK’s leading building membranes specialist Icopal. This multi-product extension to Icopal’s EcoActiv portfolio is latest proof of the global Icopal brand’s commitment to research and development in even the toughest economic times.

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herm’X is a unique threein-one protection system for pitched roofs that is BBA- and NHBC-approved as well as Part L-compliant.Watertight and vapour permeable, it is also insulating, against heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter. Comprising a reflective breather membrane on the outside, a reflective barrier on the inside and a sandwich of insulting quilt,Therm’X has been designed to complement insulation in pitched roofs.

Research has shown that using Therm’X reduces radiant summer heat between 4°C and 9°C, helping to maintain optimum comfort levels in the interiors of all types of buildings ranging from schools and hospitals to offices and homes.

Eco-Activ, the first de-polluting membrane for flat roofs incorporates a surface of NoxiteTM granules, which are based on TiO2 (titanium dioxide) and are proven to neutralise more than 90% of harmful NOx particles. Studies in collaboration with the French National Scientific Research Centre showed the Eco-Activ membranes reduced the level of NOx pollution from 95% to 10% in just seven hours. During one year and using typical data on pollution levels, 10,000m² of Eco-Activ roofing membranes can depollute NOx equivalent to the pollution generated by two diesel or seven petrol vehicles travelling 60,000 miles per year.

And using the Eco-Activ system on one of Icopal’s recycled reinforced bitumen membranes, which currently comprise 40% recycled product, can further enhance the system’s green credentials.

IcoMoss is an innovative system that is so lightweight, no extra load supporting construction is required, which means it can be used on practically every flat or pitched new or refurbished roof location.

The cost-effective system is simply a 10mm green roof mat impregnated with mosses that is easy to attach to

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bituminous roof coverings. Its base of moss also traps airborne particles and is therefore anti-polluting.The system weighs only 20kg/m² when saturated and is four times lighter than other extensive grass or plant-based green roof systems.This makes it especially useful in reducing rainwater run-off by absorbing rainfall and allowing the water to be evaporated.

IcoSun is an innovative lightweight and low-profile photovoltaic system for new and refurbished flat, pitched and barrel roofs that is capable of generating electricity in lower levels of light than rigid cell systems.The development of flexible thin-film PV laminates enables Icopal’s roofing systems to harness energy from unutilised roof space - up to 40 to 50Kw hours per annum from one square metre of the IcoSun system (based on UK average conditions).The IcoSun system comprises photovoltaic laminates (PVL) that weight less than 5kg/m² that are bonded directly to the waterproofing membrane without the need for supporting framework that would lead to imposed roof loading and water ingress through penetrations.

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Sustainability & Building Elements

Shackerley announce new ‘Energy Saving’ technology Working in conjunction with Seves, Shackerley, one of the country’s largest distributors of glass blocks, has announced the UK launch of ‘Energy Saving’ glass block manufacturing technology. A new patented technique, applied as an optional treatment to glass blocks in the Seves portfolio, results in a reduction in their thermal transmittance of almost 50%.The advance makes large glass block facades a more thermally efficient and eco-friendly architectural solution than ever before and opens up a new range of design opportunities for building professionals focused on long-term sustainability.

Shackerley can offer ‘Energy Saving’ glass blocks with a u-value of just 1.5 W/m2 K. When used to create external walls, these blocks improve heat retention during the winter months and help to keep interiors cooler during the summer.The increase in thermal insulation is achieved without altering the glass block’s mechanical,

chemical or aesthetic characteristics.

A low-emissivity glass plate, invisible to the naked eye, is introduced to interrupt the thermal bridge between the two halves of the block and modify its reflective properties and ability to transmit solar energy.

To further reduce thermal transmission, pressure controlled argon gas is also injected into the block.

In addition to standard tests required to obtain CE certification in accordance with norm UNI EN 1051-2, the ‘Energy

Saving’ glass blocks have been subjected to laboratory tests in accordance with appropriate European Norms to test their U-values, G-values compressive strength, thermal endurance and acoustic insulation characteristics.

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Mitsubishi Electric High five to Altro! the fifth year in a row, Letchworthlaunch CPD guide For based flooring and walling specialists Around 55% of the energy used in commercial buildings is spent on heating and hot water, according to figures from DECC, but a new CPD-accredited guide has just been launched to help anyone wanting to lower their energy use to meet carbon reduction targets or reduce energy bills.The independently written guide is produced for Mitsubishi Electric and is part of a series of CPD briefings, all designed to enhance knowledge and provide a view of the key issues facing our industry today.

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Altro, has once again won a place in the prestigious Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work for 2010 listing in recognition of its cultural environment.

The awards are the recognised benchmark for employee satisfaction in the UK and staff celebrated the company’s move up the rankings to 69th place. Richard Kahn, chief executive of Altro, said, “To be named in the Top 100 is in itself outstanding, but to be included for the past five years is a tremendous achievement of which we are all particularly proud.”

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Simonswerk: heavy duty for high performance SIMONSWERK VARIANT VX hinge systems meet all the demands for high performance within the education, public and hotel sectors where constant use is the determining factor.The range includes CE rated hinges, tested to 1,000,000 cycles and is fully 3D adjustable, maintenance free and ideal for fire, sound & burglar resistant doors.

Online Enquiry 053 Available in 100, 120 & 160mm sizes & load capacities up to 300kg, the high quality steel, stainless steel or bronze finish VX hinge is already highly successful on both interior and exterior heavy duty door projects.

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Eco Roofing Services is a forward thinking Company, which is sympathetic to the environment and our greenroofs encourage wildlife, making them eco-friendly. We believe that a green roof will increasingly shape the way you think about roofs.There are lots of benefits to a green roof including the visual impact, reducing the heat transfer into the building and water run-off, thus reducing flooding. A huge benefit is the fact that a green roof more than doubles the life expectancy of a single-ply roof. Eco Roofing Services is a company that works hard to keep their carbon footprint to a minimum and provides highly skilled craftsmen to work on all types of roofs.

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Renovation & Refurbishment

Sika excel at ExCeL Neaco’s glass-fronted The Sika Sarnafil balconies impress single ply roof that crowns the new International Convention Centre (ICC) London ExCeL is protected by the manufacturer’s market-leading single-point guarantee. Open for business this May, on time and on budget, the second phase of the £165m extension to the conference and events centre in London’s Docklands includes the installation of a new Sika Sarnafil roof in excess of 45,000m². Offering an unrivalled level of protection, the Sika Sarnafil’s single-point guarantee covers the deck, vapour control layer, insulation, and Sika Sarnafil membranes.The design’s resistance against wind uplift is also fully guaranteed.

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Helifix structurally secure historic farmhouse An historic 16th century farmhouse at Totton, Southampton, had experienced subsidence, cracked and debonded brickwork, failed lintels and separated walls affecting all four elevations. It has been ‘invisibly’ stabilised using concealed masonry repair products from Helifix Ltd which, by retaining the existing masonry, avoided expensive and disruptive taking down and rebuilding while preserving the original appearance and character of the building. Cracks were stitched, brickwork reinforced and loads redistributed, lintels reinstated, external and internal walls reconnected and gables stabilised to internal timbers to allow full internal refurbishment.

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DKS Architects specified Neaco’s Clearview Juliet balconies for two developments of social housing units at Irvin Avenue, Saltburn and Jervaulx Road in Skelton.

Featuring toughened glass panels requiring no supporting stanchions, the balconies combine minimalist looks with maintenance-free durability. “We have used various other excellent Neaco products on previous developments, including their true level access shower grilles and balustrade systems,” said Andrew Mayfield, senior architectural technician at DKS Architects. “Their Juliet balconies are also impressive – the glassfronted design lets plenty of light in and an unobstructed view out.We have specified them again for a forthcoming social housing development in Redcar.”

Sapphire Balustrades launch new website The first phase of Sapphire Balustrades new website, www.sapphirebalustrades.com, provides a valuable introduction to the company’s range of stainless steel, brass, hardwood, glass, aluminium and coated steel handrail systems. Information is given on the company’s service which extends from provision of site surveys and structural calculations by four regional offices to manufacture and installation. A comprehensive photo gallery also shows how products have been used for diverse projects and styles, often using standardised components from different systems. Bespoke designs can also be supplied to meet specific requirements in terms of special features, materials or standards of performance.

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Stately Refurbishment with Zinsser Zinsser’s Bulls-Eye Odourless and PermaWhite paints have been used extensively on the walls and ceilings of an extension at Thornbridge Hall, Derbyshire. Housing a swimming pool, gymnasium and beauty rooms, a completely moisture permeable, mould resistant paint that would not flake or peel was required. “We used Bulls-Eye Odourless as a primer, with Perma-White in both white and tinted as a top coat,” said Mick Edge of Baytree Interiors. “This interior environment dictated the use of specialist paint.With a wealth of experience in decorating interiors, we chose the Zinsser paints for their proven high performance and durability.”

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Long Rake Spar expand green roof range Long Rake Spar have developed three categories of Green Roof substrates each containing a blend to specific proportions of recycled and lightweight aggregates with composted bio waste products.The three products have been designed to suit most landscaping and ecological specifications. Intensive System Substrates (ISS), for use as a substrate within recreational garden-scapes; Extensive System Substrates (ESS), for use in unOnline Enquiry 061 maintained rooftop environments (with Mineral Drain Aggregate (MDA), for use on sloping roofs), and Brown Roofing Substrates (BRS) promote regeneration of the bio-diversity of demolition sites which have been lost to construction.

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HVAC

World Cup spectators are not the only fans!

Honeywell valves for easier, faster, hot water

A range of fans has been supplied by AMS (Air Movement Supplies), part of the Elta Group of companies, for the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, which will play host to the semi-final of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. AMS won the tender and started working on site with ventilation contractor Improvair in May, 2008. A mix of smoke ventilation and axial fans (with silencers) were supplied for ventilation of the car parks and the plant room, with centrifugal fans from the Kruger range installed as part of the stadium’s air conditioning system.

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Over 100 Honeywell Kombi 4 throttle and balancing valves have been installed for easier and faster commissioning of the domestic hot water system at the new Holywell Community Hospital in Wales. The low cost valves ensure a constant supply of hot water to all outlets at the right pressure and also assist in occasional thermal flushing, necessary to inhibit Legionella bacteria.The Kombi 4 valves are installed in the hot water returns to balance the hot water system. “They balance the system automatically to a preset temperature during commissioning,” explained Richard Parker, Project Engineer with Farebrother Ltd. Online Enquiry 068

Hamworthy for Sustainable Energy Solutions The Melbury HE range, with outputs of 530kW to 10,000kW, has been launched by Hamworthy Heating for very large projects such as district heating schemes and other major building and construction projects. Melbury boilers can be specified for use with a variety of different fuels. Both high/low and modulating burners are offered, with the boilers specified to use natural gas, LPG propane, and oil of 28 and 32 second viscosity. There is also a dual fuel option and low NOx gas burners are available.

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Touch Control From Speedfit Easy to install and use, the new range of de luxe feature rich Touch Screen Programmable Room Thermostats from JG Speedfit further enhances their Underfloor Heating Network Control System.

The thermostats can be used in a 5 day/2 day or 7 day mode giving total user flexibility.They are self-learning, delaying the heating start up to achieve the comfort level at the programmed time.The most advanced model of the Touch Screen Range is a special twin channel thermostat.This brings the sophistication of the touch screen technology at a similar cost to using dial thermostats, by reducing the number of controls required in the system.

Titon’s northern star The most northerly and windswept islands in the UK have seen high efficiency Titon HRV1 Q Plus heat recovery ventilation units installed as part of a new build housing development.Titon HRV1 Q Plus units have been installed in the Shetland Islands for the Hjaltland Housing Association Quoys Phase three development, consisting of 34 two and three bedroom homes in the Islands’ capital Lerwick.Titon’s HRV1 Q Plus, designed and manufactured in the UK, is the most efficient whole house ventilation (with heat recovery) unit of its kind in the UK. Online Enquiry 069

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Freeze Master have always taken great care to listen to their customers and take on board plumbers’ requirements and improvement suggestions.The 280D model has been widely used among plumbers and heating engineers for many years, receiving valuable feedback from a discerning market.With so many good idea features in hand, many of which would completely transform the product, Freeze Master decided to take the opportunity to bring forward a completely new design of the 280D. Freeze Master have managed to provide all of these improvements yet keep the price the same as the previous model! The new 280D will set the new industry standard long into the future.

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Rainwater Harvesting

Kingspan Water rainwater harvesting systems; now even simpler to install and manage

The neat, wall-mounted, intelligent control panel automatically selfconfigures the Envireau with a set-up wizard providing installers with a step-by-step guide through the whole process.

Once installed, an LCD display panel gives homeowners real-time operating information about the system, including an accurate measure of the amount and temperature of the water in the

tank, the pump pressure, and fault reporting.

“We’ve applied the highly advanced, technical expertise within Kingspan to bring top spec electronic monitoring into domestic systems,” said Andy Thompson, Kingspan Water Sector Development Manager. “The control panel is unobtrusive and very user-friendly with simple push-button navigation, making it easy to configure and manage the Envireau system.What’s more, it vastly simplifies installation and commissioning process. And yet all this electronic wizardry doesn’t come at a premium price.”

The control panel can be retrofitted onto Envireaus so that the management of existing systems can be made just as simple. The panel has been tested to European standards, and gained the relevant CE approval.

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It Saves Fuel, is Energy Conscious and it is kind to the planet by reducing Co2 emissions. It is simple to use and very cost effective. Dataterm will reduce your CO2 emissions by at least 1 Ton per year without any loss of comfort or control. Programming is flexible & easy with 8 time and temperature set-points per day with room for 3 personal and 30 built in plans to choose from. So if comfort and control with no fuss sounds good to you fit Dataterm Today!

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I never knew there was so much in a BBA Certificate!

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We inspect product manufacturing and set up a surveillance regime to ensure the product specification is maintained as long as the Certificate is valid. We look at sites where the product is installed, so we can see how it behaves in practice and we test in our UKAS accredited laboratories, or assess data from other qualified laboratories, to ensure that products we approve will perform satisfactorily. And that’s not all - manufacturers are subject to regular inspection audits and the Certificate is reviewed thoroughly every three years.

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Success, Cubed! Levolux brings cool solution to Online Enquiry 077 The final phase of Birmingham’s highly Beaufort Park successful development,The Mailbox, is a step nearer completion with the installation of the final Wicona unitised panels that form a dramatic façade.The Cube is an exceptional £100m 23-storey mixed-use scheme, which is pushing the boundaries of design and construction.

Inspired by the jewellery and engineering heritage of the city, it is based on the concept of a jewellery box.The bespoke façade used Wicona unitised curtain walling to provide a geometric blend of projecting gold, silver and bronze anodised aluminium panels and glass, the design complemented by a decorative metallic fretwork screen.

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GEZE opens Glasgow office This month sees GEZE UK expand its presence in Scotland with the opening of a brand new office in Glasgow to meet increased demand from specifiers and contractors. GEZE UK will offer the supply and installation of automatic operators and full service support for all automatic and manual pedestrian doors as well as industrial doors throughout Scotland. Estimators, site technicians and production engineers will also be based in the new office, bringing their many years experience in the automatic, service and façade industry to ensure Scottish customers benefit fully from GEZE UK’s renowned technical expertise and product knowledge.

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Located within 56 acres of protected heath land near Bracknell, Beaufort Park provides a green and pleasant place to work, with a little help from Levolux.The £16m greenfield office development provides 45,650 sq feet of Grade A office space and features a number of low carbon technologies, including a custom Solar Shading solution from Levolux.The BREEAM “very good” rated development produces around half the carbon emissions permitted by current building regulations. Not only will this benefit the environment, but it will also create substantial cost savings to new occupiers.

Comar launches new P.i products Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems have launched their new Comar 7P.i ECO Door System which integrates with the Comar 5P.i ECO Window System.

This completes the innovative P.i ECO range which provides casement windows and doors that have slim 55mm profiles and, through innovative integration, actively reduces costs. Comar 5P.i ECO Window System has also been re-launched with additional screw-ports, bay pole options, high lx profiles and three aluminium sill options.The Comar P.i ECO range of aluminium windows and doors provides an integrated solution that meets the very latest criteria in product specification.

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Schueco: Secured by Design Architects and specifiers looking to build-in increased levels of security on new and refurbished buildings now have the widest-ever choice, according to building envelope specialist, Schueco UK Limited, whose range of AWS windows and ADS doors has just been granted full certification under Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative.The certification, carried out for Schueco by BM TRADA, a UKAS-approved independent test house, means that Schueco’s AWS range of aluminium casement and tilt & turn windows together with its ADS range of aluminium inward/outward opening, single and double doorsets, comply fully to the SBD ‘Police Preferred Specification’.

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Technal shimmer on city skyline A new landmark 16-storey tower in Sheffield designed by Cartwright Pickard Architects is one of the first UK applications of Technal’s MX faceted curtain walling system. Fabricated and installed by Dortech, the Technal curtain walling carries clear low E glazing to the vision areas and insulated glass panels with a ceramic coating in a striking palette of four shades of blue. Used in a random pattern for a shimmering effect, the opaque units conceal the building structure and add interest to the face of the building.

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ALPRO launch new range of electric strikes

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The Alpro Hardware Division of IEC Limited has announced the release of the new Alpro range of electric strikes.The new range comprises the AL110 (an ANSI style footprint) strike, along with the AL2000 series of monitored strikes and the AL150 range of rim strikes.

All products within the range have been independently tested and test information on the high holding forces is available.With both fail safe and fail secure, and both AC compatible (using the RM1 rectifier) and DC along with 12/24v facilities, the range boasts an innovative change over of function from fail safe to fail secure.

As part of Schüco’s Energy2 ‘Saving Energy, Generating Energy’ initiative, the company has introduced enhanced versions of its AWS 75.SI and AWS 75 BS.SI aluminium windows.With typical Uw values of 1.3 W/m2K with double glazing and 1.0 W/m2K with triple glazing, these ‘super-insulated’ .SI windows deliver the highest levels of thermal insulation in the UK market.

The new AWS 75.SI system has an extensive range of profiles allowing it to accommodate single opening windows as easily as full-storey-height multilight constructions. It can be fitted with glazing up to 61mm thick, meaning that the system delivers excellent sound insulation as well.

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The new £26m, IID Architect designed, Chessington Community College allows students to give full attention to their studies thanks to Hunter Douglas EL80ASK motorised Venetian Blinds.

These state of the art blinds utilise Somfy Animeo technology which includes a roof top weather station to track the sun’s movement and, reacting to changing light levels, adjust blinds accordingly.

Hunter Douglas External Venetian Blinds enhance natural daylighting, reduce glare and regulate thermal gain for comfort and increased productivity.The blinds’ tilt angle can be regulated to keep direct sunlight out and let natural daylight in, thus creating complete user flexibility.

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Selectaglaze prevents outbreak of the Blues!

Noise containment is a contentious issue particularly in inner city locations where more and more properties are being converted to residential usage. Owners of bars and clubs find themselves obliged to resolve problems of noise breakout.

Charlotte Street Blues, one of London’s newest live music venues, has already acquired a reputation as the capital’s finest acoustic blues venue by customers, musicians and the music press alike.

This beautiful three-storey Georgian property was converted into a live music venue by new owners, Live Acts Entertainment Ltd.With extensive experience in this sector the company were well aware of potential noise containment problems particularly when, as with this property, the rear courtyard has been incorporated into the main building, backing on to and overlooking a residential mews. LAE’s MD Alan Lorimer said, “The

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courtyard is covered by a polycarbonate domed roof which originally had no sound insulation so we built an acoustic brick wall between the courtyard and our neighbours; sound absorbent material was provided under the stage to alleviate bass noise but, most importantly, we commissioned Selectaglaze to design and install secondary glazing inside the domed polycarbonate ceiling.This has effectively eradicated noise breakout and considerably enhanced the internal acoustics.The end result is that our neighbours continue to enjoy peace and quiet and our customers and performers are delighted with the sound quality”.

Selectaglaze provided a total of 28 units comprising their Series 42 Fixed and 45 Side Hung Casement systems, installed for ease of cleaning. All were fitted with 6.4mm laminated safety glass. Selectaglaze has produced an extensive range of literature including test results for energy efficiency, noise insulation and added security, all of

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings

Revolutionary Altro range gets even better!

Following unprecedented demand for its revolutionary new Altro XpressLay™ safety flooring, leading manufacturer Altro has extended the range of eight original colour options to include nine new chipped products in a variety of vibrant and eyecatching colours - making it the perfect match for any design scheme.

With a slip resistance value of greater than 36, Altro XpressLay™ is the first ever safety floor which can be installed using tape rather than traditional adhesive, making it extremely quick, easy and clean to fit. It can be laid over existing problem surfaces, helping to save time and money and its unique product formulation and profiled

underside mean it can be used on fresh concrete sub floors up to 97% relative humidity.With up to 10% recycled material and a BRE generic A+ environmental rating, Altro XpressLay™ can also help clients meet sustainability targets and because there is no adhesive, at the end of its life it can easily be uplifted and recycled at Altro’s in house safety flooring recycling facility.

David Brailsford, Altro’s product development manager, said: “When we first launched Altro XpressLay™ at the end of last year it totally took the industry by storm. Everyone agreed that it was one of the best innovations within the flooring world for a long time. Demand has been phenomenal and once again after listening to customer feedback we have now introduced nine splendid new designs which give the range even greater versatility and appeal.”

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Atkinson & Kirby Cempanel is the Unity launch new Hardwood College Board!

Cempanel, the cement particle board Flooring ‘Bible’ from Cembrit, is demonstrating A Hardwood Flooring Species and Grading Guide that can be regularly updated, therefore giving it an almost infinite lifespan, was recently launched by Atkinson & Kirby and Hardwood Flooring Imports.

The guide demonstrates both the colour and grade of each product, together with a brief product specification. Split in to six sections, products are broken down by general colour, light, medium and dark with the Company’s flagship CONCEPT and CONCEPT II ranges having their own sections.

There is also a Technical section which includes basic information regarding hardwood flooring, NBS Plus clauses, fitting instructions for various types of flooring and maintenance instructions for different finishes.

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its versatility and top-of-the-class performance at the new build Unity College in Burnley. Installed to provide an effective ‘internal skin’ for the building, 2500m² of Cempanel was installed onto Metsec SFS, a fast-track steel stud frame system, as part of a £650k project. Cempanel is hard-wearing and well suited to use, as at Unity College, as the internal skin behind a rainscreen cladding design.The combination of wood particles and cement creates a board that is stronger and lighter than plasterboard and is less likely to be damaged on site.

Breathable Interior Insulation: iQ-Therm Up to now the use of internally applied insulation was extremely limited due to the well known problems of vapour barriers being created, that can frequently lead to terrible damage from condensation and mould growth.This is now solved by the iQ-Therm insulation system developed by Remmers, which also meets the 2011 Building Regulations Part L thermal efficiency requirements.

The Remmers iQ-Therm system also gives a real return on your investment, because it allows cost savings of up to 75% to be made in room heating costs, year on year after it is installed.

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Whether you have slippery stairs or simply looking to comply with current Legislation, the FibreGrid Stair Tread Covers & Nosing range can offer the ultimate solution.

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System X: the fleXible solution Fireco’s hugely successful System X wireless fire safety system is increasingly the system of choice as it offers exceptional flexibility when managing a building’s fire safety. System X uses Wi-Fi technology to communicate with an unlimited number of fire safety devices within a 100m range (subject to a site survey), so installation is quick and easy.

System X is suitable for all environments including offices, hotels, restaurants and public areas, in particular where there is a requirement for fire doors to be held open legally. It is fully fail to safe and compliant with BS EN 1155 and BS 7273-4, and suitable for any category of fire door.

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Between May and August the company are promoting a massive range of Sale of the Century savings in their ‘Power to the Workers’ newsletter.Typical of the many offers is the SENCO A250SM pneumatic bradder, which is now Half Price. Also available are special offers on the latest SENCO Cordless Gas Nailers and excellent deals on the world-beating DuraSpin collated screwdrivers, plus a free flat screen TV draw for everyone who places an order.

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One of Europe’s biggest and busiest paediatric hospitals, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool, has chosen recycled and refurbished modular buildings for three new facilities.The three contracts totalling more than £1.5m have been completed on time and on budget by Foremans Relocatable Building Systems. Foremans has provided an office building for the hospital’s surgical division, completed a two-storey facility for the project team managing the £175m redevelopment of the hospital, and also a three-storey, 24-module multi-purpose building, providing a new main entrance for the hospital’s busiest outpatients department and administrative offices for both the orthopaedics department and the medical division.

Portakabin achieves CE Approval Portakabin has become the first modular manufacturer to achieve CE Approval, the European product mark which gives customers the reassurance that specific products have been tested to demanding European standards.The Portakabin Ultima,Titan and Solus buildings have all gained European Technical Approval (ETA) following a series of rigorous tests.

All Portakabin buildings for hire also have the reassurance of accreditations from Buying Solutions – the Government’s procurement scheme; Zurich, BBA, and LABC approvals, as well as ISO 9001 for quality assurance and ISO 14001 for environmental performance.

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Kier awards £10m contract to Yorkon Kier Eastern has awarded a £10m subcontract to Portakabin subsidiary,Yorkon, for the off-site construction of a new hospital building at Colchester General Hospital. Designed by Tangram Architects, the £20m ProCure21 project is the biggest development in the hospital’s recent history and will increase the Trust’s Online Enquiry 101 capacity in time for the peak winter period.

The new Yorkon pre-installed concrete floor will be used in all 148 modules – the first time this latest technology has been used for a complete building.The high performance floor is an innovative modular solution for high traffic areas and to accommodate sensitive hospital equipment.

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Kalzip has carnival appeal

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Kalzip’s aluminium standing seam system was specified as the dominant surface material for cladding Luton’s imaginatively designed Carnival Arts Centre.The Centre was built by The Apollo Group with approved Teamkal contractor Thompson Roofing Ltd installing all the Kalzip stucco embossed standing seam sheets, vapour control layer, and two Kalzip Plus 35 100mm layers of insulation. Continuing the adventurous spirit and contributing to the visually striking and eclectic array of colourful materials and textures, Kalzip’s fabrication department also supplied all the specially formed gold-anodised aluminium cladding sheets employed for Luton’s new cultural focal point.

Ancon’s NEW twopart Wall Tie

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Online Enquiry 103 Ancon’s new wall tie fixes traditional brick cladding to an internal leaf of cellular clay blocks with horizontal bed joints of just 1mm.The new Ancon CCB3 is an innovative two-part wall tie, suitable for use in new-build houses and commercial developments.The flat inner section is built into the thin bed joints in the cellular clay blockwork.The cavity width is catered for by the length of the outer wire section, which is hooked into the inner section as work on the external leaf progresses.This twostep installation process eliminates any risk of injury to site workers from wall ties left protruding from the inner leaf.

Casella Monitor introduces a time and cost-saving original product to its range of ambient monitoring equipment. Its new, cartridgebased, ZeroGen zero air generator removes the need for zero calibration gas cylinders when performing calibration checks on ambient air gas analyser systems.The cartridges are designed to be easily replaced each year, saving considerable time and expense compared to the use of traditional zero calibration cylinders. “The Zerogen scrubs the incoming ambient air and produces a purer true zero gas for calibration,” said Gary Noakes, Product Manager at Casella Monitor, “without all the complications and mechanics of transporting and installing zero calibration gas cylinders.”

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Ted Todd: Branded The Ted Todd brand was founded by Edwards Cheshire over twelve years ago to manufacture high quality wooden floors and has been so successful over recent years they have decided to promote Ted Todd exclusively across all of their product range to their entire customer base. By amalgamating Edwards Cheshire,The Wide Plank Company, and Floorfix under the one brand, clarity and strength have been added to the company and brand message.Ted Todd; a name that encapsulates their products, services and primary objective of providing high quality hardwood flooring with a continued level of service Online Enquiry 104 excellence.

Casella CEL joins forces with RAE Systems

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Casella CEL has signed a new distributorship agreement for RAE Systems’ world-renowned gas detection monitors, expanding its portfolio of innovative workplace noise, dust and vapour monitoring equipment. RAE’s products complement Casella CEL’s wide-ranging expertise in gas detection with a full range of portable gas detectors for personal monitoring of toxic and flammable gas hazards. The range includes the ToxiRAE single gas personal detector, said to have the fastest instrument response time on the market, the EntryRAE personal gas monitor for hazardous confined space entry, a 4-gas detector with a photoionisation detector (PID) to monitor volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and bespoke PIDs.

Trimo offers RIBA accredited CPD Trimo UK Limited’s RIBA-accredited CPD covers a broad range of issues affecting the external facade and cladding sectors, including Fire properties of MF composite panels, footage of actual fire tests, and the differences between mineral fibre-based panels and foam based composites. Additionally, the seminar will examine Trimo’s product range from its Qbiss by trimo rainscreen alternative to its Photovoltaic, EcoClean and EcoEnergy specialist facades.The seminar also focuses on how with modern product choices functionality does not have to be compromised to achieve high aesthetics and cost-effective construction solutions.The seminar is offered free of charge to architectural practices.

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Finishing Touches Ask Paul…

Paul White, ironmongery expert at picks his top three hinges and tells us why they are vital to achieve the fire resistance performance of a fire door assembly.

Door hinges are an essential element of hardware as they are vital to achieve the fire resistance performance of a fire door assembly.The incorrect choice or fitting of hinges can potentially cause many problems in a fire door.Typically a fire door will be stamped with the European CE mark in order to meet the current Building Control Regulations.

Here are our top three choices for safe and reliable fire hinges, all CE marked to BS EN 1935.

C.Scope International Ltd has been awarded major utility contracts with National Grid for a three year period, and had its exclusive contract with British Telecommunications renewed for a further two years. National Grid selected the C-Scope MXL & MXT, the C-Scope Plastic Pipe Tracers, Signal Clamps and CS880 Buried Cover Locator, for their Cable and Plant Avoidance Equipment needs.

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Dickies win coveted top award Williamson-Dickie Europe Limited, the Somerset based work and safety wear manufacturer and supplier has been awarded the coveted ‘D&B Rating 1’ status, having demonstrated to Dun & Bradstreet, the world’s leading source of business information and insight, that the company is in a first class financial situation with the minimum risk of failure and the highest level of credit worthiness.

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Best for Budget Projects – Jedo Twin Ball Race Hinge (From £3.15 pair) Medium duty – for low use public areas Suitable for doors up to 80kg For use on internal doors 30-minute fire rating.

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Great value – Enduro Twin Ball Race Hinge (From £3.28 pair) Heavy duty – for low use public areas Suitable for doors up to 120kg For use on internal doors 60-minute fire rating.

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Warmagrip™ is the only true “warm to the touch” hand railing system that meets the DDA obligations, Part M of the Building Regulations.The smooth continuous handrail has no snagging points and with a 45mm diameter it’s an ideal safety rail for industrial and commercial environments with load testing certification to 0.75kn.

The high quality PVC coating minimises heat conductivity away from the hand and removes the need for the additional expense of thermal painting or powder coating.

Top Choice – Loadmaster Triple Knuckle Hinge (From £47.41) Severe duty – for extreme high use Suitable for doors up to 160kg For use on internal or exterior doors 60-minute fire rating.

Stannah ups passenger parking in major UK rail stations

If you have any questions or queries on hinge requirements or any other ironmongery subject, I would be glad to advise you. Please email me at paul.white@ IronmongeryDirect.com for more information

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To help manage rising levels of rail passenger traffic, the Major Projects team of Stannah Lift Services has been commissioned to install two 16-person, 6-stop, traction-drive passenger/goods lifts in each of the brand new multi-storey car parks serving Birmingham International, Rugby, Preston and Luton rail stations.The installations at Birmingham International multi-storey car park were completed to budget and schedule and have been in operation since the car park opened in September Online Enquiry 112

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By the time the next issue is with you, we’ll know what’s in the ‘emergency’ June budget; will VAT be raised, will public spending be cut? At least it’ll hopefully stop the speculation and plans can be made. In our July issue, we’re looking at fire safety in tall buildings, hints for contractors when tendering for highlysustainable projects, and how to manage the output from catering establishments – as well as a great use for structural glass! *We’ve another Public Sector focus coming up in the autumn, so if you’re just tying up a project that we could feature, do let me know.

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