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Voice of the Industry An in-depth look at taking the risk out of location selection

Greenhouse New nature-inspired bakery brings the outdoors in

Design & Desire Manchester’s new landmark scheme is streets ahead

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ow in its 20th year, the RIBA Stirling Prize is the industry’s most coveted accolade. At a special ceremony earlier last month, Burntwood School in Wandsworth scooped the prestigious award for the UK’s best new building.

Designed by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris (AHMM), the building reimagines a 1950s modernist secondary school campus for 2000 girls and 200 staff. The architects created six new faculty buildings and two large cultural buildings linking original buildings by renowned 1950s/1960s architect Sir Leslie Martin. Every building is full of light and air with double height spaces at the end of each corridor to increase natural daylight and create well-framed views. It offers a range of teaching spaces from conventional classrooms to interactive open spaces. This is the first time AHMM has won the RIBA Stirling Prize, having already been shortlisted three times with Westminster Academy in 2008, Kentish Town Health Centre in 2009 and the Angel Building in 2011. Turn to page 9 for a glimpse of the industry’s overwhelming support for this worthy winner. Also among the shortlisted projects was Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partner’s NEO Bankside housing development in London.The scheme, which houses 217 luxury apartments across four buildings, is one of the newest additions to London’s south bank, and provides ample ground floor space for retailers to take occupancy. In this month’s Greenhouse focus, FC&A explores the concept behind GAIL’s Artisan Bakery, which occupies a retail space in Building C of the new development.Turn to page 10 to read about how this building is contributing to the local community. Elsewhere in this issue, you will find dedicated features on Doors & Windows, Insulation, Structural, Drainage & Landscaping, KBB and Hotels, plus a dedicated specification guide on door and wall protection specialist,Yeoman Shield.

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Contents News 08 Industry Updates: FC&A rounds up this month’s industry news, including awarded contracts, completed projects and much more.

20 Voice of the Industry: Charlie Davies, Co-founder and Technical Director of iGeolise, the location-based software expert, discusses how to take the risk out of location selection.

32 Legal & Business: According to StreetwiseSubbie, the financial landscape for UK subbies remains bleak. Co-founder Barry Ashmore explains more.

Features 30 Technical Focus: FC&A takes an in-depth look at the complex and bespoke ceiling systems installed by SAS International throughout Birmingham New Street station and Grand Central mall.

34 Specification Spotlight: In this dedicated company focus, FC&A pays tribute to the door and wall protection specialist,Yeoman Shield, with a comprehensive specification guide.

40 Hotel Build Focus: Stuart Hicks from Kemper System discusses how a change of membrane addressed the failing waterproofing at a former landmark hotel building.

42 Structural: Fordingbridge’s visitor centre at Whipsnade Zoo brings new standards of sustainable design to the leisure sector.

44 Doors & Windows: Jon Palethorpe, Commercial Director at aluminium systems specialist, Technal, looks at current trends in fenestration design and specification.

46 Drainage & Landscaping: John Plant, Pumping Stations Manager of T-T Pumps Ltd, talks FC&A through the options for pumping systems.

48 Insulation: Foamglas reflects on why insulation needs to retain its effectiveness and structural integrity for the lifetime of a building envelope.

50 Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms:

New research testing how safety flooring performs with ‘real world’ commercial kitchen contaminants highlights the need for tougher standards.

Portfolios 10 Greenhouse: Holland Harvey Architects has unveiled a new space for GAIL’s Artisan Bakery situated in the RIBA Stirling Prize nominated Neo Bankside on London’s Southbank.

15 Sustainability in Development:

Scape Design Associates has created a serene landscape design for exclusive new London apartments.

26 Design & Desire: Manchester is flying the flag for the North of England as the construction boom sees the creation of a new generation of buildings.

Supplement 53 HVAC: FC&A profiles a selection of leading players in the HVAC market, including LG, Renson and Rinnai.

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Industry Updates

NEWS

FC&A rounds up the industry news

In Brief Falconer Chester Hall flies high

Falconer Chester Hall has moved its London office.The awardwinning architectural practice has a new home at 5th Floor, Caroline House, 55-57 High Holborn, London,WC1. Says Mark Doohan, Falconer Chester Hall Director and London-office lead: “I’m delighted to have now moved into our new premises. It marks a significant step for the practice and demonstrates the importance of our central London presence for the growth of the company, nationally and internationally.”

UK housing stock under pressure

According to Housebuilding, a new Market Report from Key Note, between 2010 and 2014, the total value of new housing output in Great Britain grew by 30.4%. Over the same 5-year period, the number of new housing starts grew by 29%. Despite what may appear to be good news, it remains the case that both in terms of value and volume, the market for housebuilding in the UK is yet to recover to the levels seen prior to the 2008/2009 recession.

EcoWorld Ballymore launches Dawsonne House EcoWorld Ballymore, one of London’s most prominent property developers, has unveiled plans for Dawsonne House, which is located in its iconic London City Island development. Dawsonne House will comprise of 203 new apartments ranging from suites to 1, 2, 3 and 4 bed units with prices starting from £340,000.

Mayor acts on rescue plan to save London’s music venues The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has thrown his weight behind the campaign to halt the drop in the number of music

venues in the capital. Since 2007 London has lost 35% of its grassroots music venues and it is feared that if this decline

continues it could have major implications for the long-term future of a creative and cultural sector that feeds into the UK’s £3.8b music industry. Plans include support for the so-called Agent of Change principle, which puts the onus on developers to mitigate potential future conflicts between new developments and long-standing

Personnel Alumasc expands Facades Business Development Team

Saracen appoints new Project Manager

New Area Sales Manager for Boilermag

Alumasc Facades has appointed three new Business Development Managers, Mark Swift,Adam Griffin and Jo Checkley. Stewart Taylor, Sales Director for Alumasc Facades, comments: “The expansion of our Business Development Team is indicative of the strong position currently being experienced by Alumasc in the facades sector and of our commitment to the ongoing provision of high quality products.”

Leading workplace consultant, Saracen Interiors has welcomed a new Project Manager to its burgeoning team. Rob Lambell has a solid background in both business to business and business to consumer environments within the interiors sector and is expected to bring what is an exemplary customer relations record to bear as he builds relationships with existing and potential customers for Saracen.

Leading heating system filter specialist Eclipse Magnetics has expanded its Boilermag team and welcomed Craig Worth as Area Sales Manager for the East Midlands region. Craig is the latest recruit as the sales team expands for the Boilermag range across the UK. Craig has been in the heating industry since he left school in 1987.The son of a heating engineer, it was a natural fit for him to work in the sector.

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Industry Updates live venues; a night time economy champion to promote the merits of a sector that in the UK is worth £66b a year; and a London Music Development Board to take forward an action plan to protect grassroots music venues in the capital. A new report, London’s Grassroots Music Venues Rescue Plan, produced by the Mayor’s Music Venues Taskforce, suggests that whilst London’s music industry is generating billions for the economy, a vital part of this important cultural as well as economic sector is under threat. The taskforce, set up by the Mayor earlier this year and chaired by the Music Venue Trust, has undertaken an audit of grassroots music venues and found that, from 2007 and 2015, London has seen the

number of spaces programming new artists has dropped from 136 to just 88 today. Iconic names that have disappeared over the last few years include the Marquee, the Astoria, the 12 Bar Club and Madame Jojos, with dozens of other important venues closing down beyond central London. The Rescue Plan identifies a range of factors for grassroots music venues closing and continuing to be under threat. This includes rising rents and licensing restrictions; noise complaints by resident; landlords selling venues to developers to turn into housing; and the lack of an oversight body to represent the industry when issues like these arise. The Music Venues Rescue

Plan notes that there are forward-thinking developers that recognise grassroots music venues can add community value and improve a project’s image. They include Cathedral Group’s Old Vinyl Factory development at Hayes, Benson Elliot’s plans for Ealing Broadway and Consolidated Developments’ plans for Denmark Street. All include new or redeveloped live music venues, with the music venue treated as a community and cultural asset that adds to the place-making impact of each scheme. The report was launched last month in historic Denmark Street, which for decades has been associated with the music industry, and is where work is about to begin on central London’s first new purpose built live music venue in decades. Plans by the developer – Consolidated Developments – include creating a new venue underground, next to the new Crossrail Station.They also propose to retain the former 12 Bar as a grassroots live music venue and to add a brand new underground gig space to the building. Consolidated are working with the GLA and Camden Council to make Denmark Street a thriving ‘Music Zone’ in the heart of London.

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In Brief Morgan Sindall wins £60m contract

Construction and infrastructure company Morgan Sindall has been appointed to build the new £60m Array Multiplex science research building at Granta Park in Cambridge.The building is being constructed for BioMed Realty Trust, which owns, manages and operates scientific research centre, Granta Park. It will act as the new European headquarters for biomedical company Illumina, a leader in genomics.The new threestorey concrete frame building will deliver of scientific research space, including a data centre capable of handling Illumina’s significant data requirement.

New gym development set for Talbot Gateway

Blackpool’s Talbot Gateway development is set to attract a national gym operator to the new scheme. Blackpool Council has agreed to lease all remaining units underneath the Talbot Road Car Park to a major gym operator. The units, which face onto Cookson Street and Talbot Road, cover 17,244ft2 as one of the Talbot Gateway’s most prominent locations. Mr Basrai’s World Buffet, due to open in the coming weeks, will operate out of the remaining unit in the building.

New building for ROH opens The Royal Opera House Bob and Tamar Manoukian Costume Centre is the second Nicholas Hare Architects-designed building at High House Production Park in Thurrock. It follows on from the success of the park infrastructure and the adjacent ROH Production Workshop. Both buildings were built to the highest environmental standards, achieving a BREEAM Excellent award.The Costume Centre provides new workshops for making and repairing costumes and for their dedicated storage.

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Greenhouse

Careful consideration was given to how the internal tables and seating, which cater for 74 customers, were situated in the unit

Ultra-modern meets handmade charm A new work and retail space for a bakery at the RIBA Stirling Prize nominated Neo Bankside reflects the building’s contemporary style while staying true to its handmade, artisanal nature and ethos. Jonathan Harvey, Director at Holland Harvey Architects, explains more.

Working in such a well-designed building with solid and substantial foundations and structure means resources didn’t have to be spent getting the unit fit for purpose. However, while the existing structure, layout and build certainly had their benefits, the team would need to ensure it used all of its features to their full advantage – a particular challenge in this case, as three of the four walls are floor to ceiling glazing.

All angles covered When designing the space, there was nowhere to hide the less glamorous features of the working bakery as nearly everything inside the unit is visible from outside. No modifications could be made to the external facade and all furniture, fixtures and equipment had to work behind the existing glass. Because people can see everything that is going on inside, one of the prime aims was to allow people to see the kitchen in action, while showcasing its baked produce and providing an attractive, welcoming environment for customers to sit and eat.

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he Neo Bankside development, which houses 217 luxury apartments across four buildings, stands tall and proud on London’s Southbank opposite the Tate Modern building. Designed by renowned architects Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, the development is instantly recognisable by its angular shapes, geometric lines, bold colours and external bracing. GAIL’s Artisan Bakery secured a 195m2 space on the ground floor of Building C of the Neo Bankside development and briefed the team at Holland Harvey – led by directors Jonathan Harvey and Richard Holland alongside lead designer Emma Salter – to create a working bakery and cafe that would serve customers throughout the day in a welcoming environment. The challenge was how to design a space which truly represented the bakery’s honest approach to making quality products and acting as a hub for the community, while appreciating its surrounding environment and making a bold statement.

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Greenhouse The inclusion of a green wall, peppered with foliage, breaks up the geometrical design

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A bold statement One of the immediately noticeable characteristics of the internal space is the use of geometric shapes and lines, emulating the angular nature of the property’s plan. A ceiling grid formed of 100 triangles, constructed from 89 steel nodes and 189 timber struts made by Weber Industries is a particularly striking feature. Welsh slate cladding on the floor, laid out in triangular formation, further echoes the steel trusses on the external facade of the building and wraps up onto the counter to draw people’s attention to the baked produce. The use of tactile materials – such as the timber and hand cut Welsh slate, all of which were responsibly sourced – contrasts the angular nature of the design, softening the harsh lines and angles and creating a comfortable and welcoming environment. The colour palette of white and teal next to the tones of the timber and slate is not too overbearing, yet is still in line with the colour pop effect of the building’s exterior.

Bringing the outside in In order to encourage interaction between the outdoor and indoor areas, part of the design introduces planting – inspired by the surrounding gardens – into the bakery. The inclusion of a green wall, peppered with foliage, breaks up the geometrical design and fuses the internal and external space, mirroring the attractive landscaped gardens in the courtyard visible from inside the bakery. An outdoor space with tables, chairs and planters have also been added to allow

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Greenhouse The large use of glass means the space is flooded which lots of natural light

people to sit outside and enjoy the space. The large use of glass means the space is flooded which lots of natural light. Not only has this been used to its full advantage to create a bright and airy space, but it also means the bakery – and environment – can benefit from using low energy light fittings.

Breaking bread together Careful consideration was given to how the internal tables and seating, which cater for 74 customers, were situated in the unit. As well as being a high quality, neighbourhood bakery, the space also needed to be a place where people could meet and socialise. The team at Holland Harvey designed a long wooden oak table to seat 20 people, which runs through the centre of the bakery and encourages people to come together and make the experience of enjoying the food and drink a communal one. This table is supplemented with a combination of two, three and four seater tables, which can be moved around to create different formations, and a bespoke designed banquette underneath the green wall also creates additional, informal seating.

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One of the immediately noticeable characteristics of the internal space is the use of geometric shapes and lines

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The juxtaposing characters of the Neo Bankside building and the bakery may not at first seem an obvious match. However, with careful planning and respect for each of their unique qualities, the strong, dominating exterior has been fused effectively with the bakery’s handmade, artisanal interior. With clever design and smart solutions, a space has been created which is as true to its surrounding environment as it is to its own ethos.Attention to detail and high quality finishes were paramount in achieving this – not only to be in keeping with the Neo Bankside building but to also reflect the care, time and skill the bakery spends on creating superior baked produce. The space, which so carefully introduces the outside in and vice versa, is designed to fit around people’s lifestyles.Attracting both residents of the Neo Bankside development and the general public, it is a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where people can pop in to buy fresh bread, grab a quick coffee and cake, or spend some leisurely time watching the world go by. The project commenced in March 2015 and completed in September 2015. BB Contracts was the main contractor on the project, Jigsaw Joinery carried out the carpentry work and the bespoke ceiling was made by Weber Industries.

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Green respite From the grand landscaped drive leading to the main entrance, the library spaces, spa facilities, pocket gardens, and individual apartments to the detail of textured wallpapers and bespoke primrose-motif door handles, Squire and Partners’ architecture, landscape and interiors teams have worked together to craft a high quality development that provides effortless elegant living for the residents of 50 St Edmund’s Terrace. glazed walkways, which connect the apartment buildings and blur the distinction between the interior and exterior. Throughout the architecture and interiors, nature has inspired the material palette. Externally, handset textured Portland stone pavilions rise from a black granite plinth, topped by penthouses featuring a variegated bronze leaf shingle cladding. Crisply framed bay windows project out from the facade to maximise views of the surrounding parks and garden mews. Inspired by John Nash’s Regent’s Park villas, internal spaces are designed to flow seamlessly into one another. In place of traditional corridors connecting the three buildings, the practice created timberlined library spaces with seating niches, bookshelves and postboxes, themselves

New plantings of robust, shade tolerant shrubs and hedges occur in the verge to reinforce the green edge of the development

ooted in the local context, the pavilion buildings nestle within the perimeter landscape of Primrose Hill and overlook Regent’s Park – one of London’s largest open spaces providing a green respite to city dwellers. Inspiration stemmed from the flow of spaces and pocket gardens in John Nash’s layout of Regent’s Park and the surrounding nineteenth century villas – Carlton House in particular, the Prince Regent’s primary residence – as well as the coexistence of city dwellings with nature’s greenery. The development is organised into three main pavilions overlooking the park, with landscaped garden mews providing visual relief between each building. These pocket gardens are visible through permeable

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connected by glazed walkways with views to the garden mews, so that the journey from reception to apartment is experienced as a sequence of spaces, which flow in and out of the gardens. Continuing into the apartments, generous living spaces combine with one another and draw natural light inside with generous full height and protruding bay windows, allowing residents to feel immersed into the landscape of Primrose Hill and Regent’s Park. Kitchens and bathrooms use green onyx and Statuario marble to reference nature through their vibrant colour and dramatic veining. To balance the lively feature stones, apartments utilise a calm smoked larch timber accented with bronze trims, which is also used to line lift lobbies on each floor. Squire and Partners created a bespoke antique bronze finish door lever used throughout the apartments, inspired by the primrose flower. The lever was designed in collaboration with Samuel Heath, an established family-run ironmongery firm in the UK since 1820. The primrose flower with its five petals is distilled into a simple motif, which features in the end of the lever, and forms a cap to highlight the junction between stem and lever. This primrose motif was adapted to become the logo for the 50 St Edmund’s Terrace development, being carved into the stone entrance signage as well as appearing in promotional material and stationery. In Apartment One, the long and extending views across Primrose Hill, Regent’s Park and the city take main stage, and therefore the furniture and decorative

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Apartments overlooking the courtyards benefit from the tranquility of the reflecting pools and greenscape

elements are calm with an understated elegance. Natural materials feature in many of the selected furniture such as the Carrara marble coffee table, smoked oak dining table, timber framing to lounge chairs, and the walnut and leather desk in the study. This apartment displays a restrained opulence that evokes quality and craftsmanship synonymous with the ethos of the whole development. In Apartment Two, where views of neighbouring buildings are more immediate and the setting provides a stronger element of the built form, the palette features more manmade and processed materials such as the sculptural concrete table, metal spiral chandelier, blackened oak coffee table and anodised aluminium sideboard. The colour scheme fuses vivid greens, yellows and oranges from nature with metallic bronze, grey and black to reference the city.

Both apartments are light-filled and spacious, and are designed to have international appeal. Squire and Partners curated a mix of furniture and decorative pieces from a range of internationally renowned designers, whilst allowing striking pieces from established and emerging British designers and craftsmen such as Julian Chichester,Tom Dixon, Dare Studio and Poole Pottery to take centre stage. It is important for Squire and Partners that its work supports local and British designers, craftsmen and suppliers wherever possible. Scape Design Associates was appointed for the landscape design of 50 St. Edmund’s Terrace. The privileged location offered Scape idyllic inspiration for a landscape that provides residents with both social and private connections to nature. The properties’ peripheral landscape lies on an embankment that slopes towards

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Internal spaces are designed to flow seamlessly into one another

Regent’s Park. Native ground cover, evergreen perennials and annual plants have been introduced to offer continuity of habitat and a food source for small animals and insects whilst increasing the site’s biodiversity. New plantings of robust, shade tolerant shrubs and hedges occur in the verge to reinforce the green edge of the development, while high hedge planting alleviates the effect of the buildings’ exposed structural bases. In addition, several native trees have been incorporated to complement existing vegetation. The courtyards and the beds directly in front of the buildings display more exotic planting such as African Lilies, Japanese Anemones, Siberian Bugloss and Red Hot Pokers to provide colour and fragrance. Native species along the west side of the development as well as the hedgerow at its front encourage wildlife habitats and foraging corridors for birds and bats. Scape’s concept not only forms a harmonious bridge between the residences’ two verdant neighbours, it also corresponds to the Regency style proportions of architect Squire and Partners’ building design. The landscape has a “naturalistic” and “gardenesque” planting scheme within a formal and classical structure that radiates from an axial focus, typical of Regency and Late Georgian gardens. Two long courtyards with stone clad water features provide a peaceful escape from the public parks and street side hardscape by offering a private oasis for quiet contemplation. Formal groves of silver birch create focal points at the end of each axis, accentuated by decorative stone feature walls.

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The location offered Scape inspiration for a landscape that provides residents with both social and private connections to nature

Apartments overlooking these benefit from the tranquility of the reflecting pools and greenscape, with small, multi-stemmed trees forming low light canopies that screen ground floor apartments from upper level windows. Ornamental and seasonal shrubs and groundcover, as well as programmable planting like potted Japanese maple trees, allow residents to enjoy the cycles of nature throughout the year while also providing a habitat and food for birds, butterflies and other insects. Scapeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remit included the obtaining of planning permission in a sensitive and heavily constrained 1500m2 plot above a Thames Water infrastructure site, as well as site observation during construction to ensure compliance. Built to Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4, environmental concerns were of the utmost importance. Green roofs planted with acid grassland provide habitats for native birds and insects so that the biosphere is integrated with that of the parks. In addition, 17% of the electrical demand for the 36 apartments and one townhouse is generated by renewable sources, with rooftop photovoltaic cells as well as a ground source heat pump to capture thermal energy.A rainwater harvesting system is also in place to irrigate the gardens.

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Finding the prime location You don’t need to be a genius to know that building valuation is all about location, location, location. Charlie Davies, Co-founder and Technical Director of iGeolise, the location-based software expert, discusses how to take the risk out of location selection.

hether you’re building residential housing or a new office block, one of the very first decisions that will impact your bottom line is selecting the right location. GIS (Geographic information system) services can help you make the right decision. Through data analysis, these platforms can identify the best location for your stakeholders. The question is, how much faith can you put into this data and is there a better way of doing it? The biggest problem with some GIS solutions is that most locations are vetted using distance-based analysis, rather than travel time.Yet your customers, employees and clients don’t travel like this. As the crow flies isn’t possible in everyday life, and because of this 1 mile can take 5 or 50 minutes to travel. It all

depends on transport networks, speed limits, congestion, geography and other contextual factors. Part of a project’s value is its accessibility. This access is heavily reliant on the context of the location, which goes further than drawing straight lines from A to B using distance.Your location analysis needs to reflect on what accessibility will be like for the users (employees/customers/clients).This includes estimating the level of congestion during peak times of access, available routes to the building, public transport access and catchment areas by travel time.

Understanding your target market Once you have this rich data set you can use it to understand if your target market is within reach, if employees can

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Charlie Davies is the co-founder of iGeolise, a location-based software company started in 2009. The group provides software for consumer-facing and back end business use. get to work on time. It means you can build a stronger case for pitching to local authorities if additional transport infrastructure is required. Once it’s all done, you’ll be able to see where is the best target market for the development. As an example, creators of a new cinema complex would assume their market was within a 5 mile radius and may place

Voice of the Industry iGeolise has looked at the differences between distance and time using a simple miles radius circle

advertising in this area. Mapping by travel time means you can avoid the tricky spots and start to look at areas along easily accessible transport routes. Working at iGeolise, the team and I looked at the differences between distance and time using a simple miles radius circle.We realised that 50% of the locations identified using distance were irrelevant, because the target market would find it difficult to get there.When we did the same for time based searching, we noticed that a lot of the most relevant locations were outside the mile radius circle – they were longer in mileage, but shorter in time from A to B. Understanding the travel habits of your target market will help you to see what’s considered a good location for your end users. If it’s an office the average commute time differs significantly across the UK depending on location, gender, age and occupation. The requirement of public transport connections will also differ depending on the demographics of users – take a look at variances of car ownership in the UK. There’s one big risk when making judgement calls using journey times – there’s a chance that travel times will change in the future. A mile will always be the same, but the addition of a new traffic light system can have ramifications to your estimations. To make the most accurate decisions,

end user, use the travel time data to estimate the costs of travel for the period of use. It’s handy for park and ride schemes, selecting reliable suppliers and planning parking.

Valuable data When attracting new businesses into Bristol & Bath Business Park, the owners needed to justify why moving to the park would benefit potential clients. Instead of estimating the distance between potential clients’ current locations and theirs, they used time to understand the impact of the move on employees. A database was compiled that listed the average commute time for every employee at the current location, then compared this to the move to the park. The data could not only be used to assist executives with the decision, but can now be used by the client to explain the move to employees.

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The requirement of public transport connections will differ depending on the demographics of users

you’ll need to build upcoming transport planning into your analysis. As an example, Javelin Retail Group used a mock up of the Metro system to see how people will travel around the city in the future. Using this they were able to identify the best retail store locations for a client before any track was built. Be aware that some transport changes will have short-term impacts on accessibility (motorway updates, diversions, closed lanes etc.) whilst others will have a much longer impact (new bus routes, adding extra lanes, cycle paths etc.). How relevant each change is will be dependent on the purpose of the business and if the changes will deter your target audience. Once you’ve got journey time data, you’ll be able to add a lot more data sets that will help make the decision. For projects focused on minimising CO2 values, you’ll be able to use journey times and transport modes used to estimate carbon emissions for the development’s users. For the cost conscious

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Fire and smoke curtains give designers a modern alternative, for example, to non-load bearing fire walls, fire doors, bulkheads, down stand glazing and fire rated glazing, offering them a means to help create modern, open plan environments which are compliant with fire regulations.

uch systems comprise technologically advanced fire and smoke-resistant fabric barriers encased in a compact steel housing. The fire and smoke curtain barriers remain invisibly retracted until activated by an alarm or detector signal, at which time they descend safely to their operational position to stop and control the spread of fire and/or smoke in a building.

Standard compliance Coopers Fire Limited has a long and successful history of manufacturing fully compliant fire and smoke curtain barrier systems for installation worldwide and is dedicated to advancing fire and smoke barrier curtain technology and improving ways to safeguard life and property. Coopers Fire recently became the first

manufacturer to achieve full compliance to the new British Standard BS 8524 Parts 1 & 2 for active fire curtain barrier assemblies. BS 8524 supersedes and builds on the former fire curtain specification, PAS 121:2007. In addition to laying out stringent testing requirements, it provides a code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and servicing of such products.This offers specifiers, fire authorities and building control a high level of confidence in both the product and its installation as a life safety device. BS 8524 not only tests the product for fireresistance, but also covers every aspect of the constituent parts that make up the finished assembly; including the fabric curtain materials, the motor drive systems, its frame, and its electrical power and control systems with all associated ancillary devices. It requires a series

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When specifying a fire or smoke barrier system, it is essential to consider the whole package, from quality, performance, installation and maintenance, to after sales care. Coopers Fire smoke and fire curtains and their key components are manufactured within the Coopers Group of Companies, at manufacturing plants in the UK. Every Coopers curtain is third party accredited to BS, EN and UL standards, and the business is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Environment Management. In addition, Coopers Fire is the only fire and smoke curtain manufacturer with independent third party accreditation for the installation, commissioning and servicing of fire and smoke curtains. Specifying Coopers Fire smoke and fire barrier systems is the best way to ensure that every fire or smoke curtain will operate exactly as expected in the event of a fire. 8 www.coopersfire.com * info@coopersfire.com ( 02392

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Offsite Construction

Design teams are increasingly working with the offsite sector to secure collaboratively developed solutions

The great debate October saw the inaugural Offsite Construction Show at London’s Excel. Among the highlights were two very lively debates about the position of offsite construction hosted by offsite fenestration specialist and founding partner of the Fabric First Academy, Sidey. Development Director Mike Stevenson sets the scene and gives us just a snap shot of the topics discussed.

eing at an offsite construction show seemed to us to be the ideal opportunity to debate the merits of offsite construction in the context of the wider industry, the challenges it faces, and the positive benefits it delivers. What we didn’t want was simply advocates of offsite construction saying how good it was – in fact we wanted the opposite.We wanted to find out what a cross section of industry people really thought about it; I think it is fair to say that those who attended didn’t go home disappointed, and hopefully they went away with more information and knowledge then they came with. The view from the panel of well-known industry names was that there was a real knowledge gap when it came to offsite methods and understanding the achievable benefits of building this way. Starting right at the beginning with the architectural sector it was recognised that offsite did not form a big enough part of their learning, and very few architect practices actually design with offsite in mind from the outset; more they look at already agreed designs and only then see if offsite construction methods might be suitable to bring the scheme to life. Stemming further from this was a realisation that the often spoken about labour and skills shortages were hitting not only on site, but

actually in roles which are responsible for the design and development stages of building in the first place.Again, the same message – there is a knowledge gap to be filled as well as a skills gap.And talking of skills, according to the panel the UK construction industry is facing a loss of 700,000 construction personnel over the next five years through entirely natural processes. The view was that offsite construction can reduce the labour requirement on any contract by up to 25% and that this number could rise further if there was continuity of demand for offsite manufacturing factories.

Offsite construction can reduce the labour requirement on any contract by up to 25%

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But perhaps the biggest debate was why does there appear to be such a resistance at constructor level to engaging with offsite and then seeing it through to delivery? Too few of the buildings which are developed for offsite construction actually reach the site stages still as offsite manufactured schemes. Undoubtedly design teams are increasingly working with the offsite sector to secure collaboratively developed solutions which will deliver buildings that will perform ‘as built’ as they were designed to do in the first place. However the construction teams seem to retain a very different view, and see their role as being to ‘de-construct’ the bids, to break them down into their individual components in order – as they see it – to buy more competitively and to determine the choice of suppliers.This is entirely counter to the principles of offsite construction, which is all about solutions to ensure that key joints and interfaces are designed together to guarantee the performance of the building. This was an emotional area of debate, and the general feeling was that construction is not modern enough in its thinking; the time has gone for conflict, constructors need to embrace working with the supply chain as a real positive, not a negative as they so often continue to do. It was an interesting point made to summarise this area of the debate that until there are more women in construction, and until we find a way to bring more young people into the industry, this culture is unlikely to change. By extension the benefits of offsite construction to the wider sector are not likely to be fully realised, but growth as a sector of 30% per year is certainly a positive and there is no doubt more innovation, energy, and growth to come. 8 www.fabricfirstacademy.co.uk * info@fabricfirstacademy.co.uk ( 0161

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Design & Desire

Town’s latest landmark is streets ahead With an increasing population and a growing economy, Manchester is flying the flag for the North of England as the construction boom sees the creation of a new generation of buildings, and one company that is helping to shape the city’s new landscape is national building envelope and facade specialist, the Lakesmere Group.

Lakesmere has installed a complex package of bespoke ‘gold’ aluminium rainscreen and perforated cladding that wraps around the building

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First Street has been created to help breathe new life into the local area

by Manchester City Council as part of a joint venture with Ask Developments. Redefining the concept of a mixed-use project, the £80m scheme brings about a unique fusion of commerce, community and creative spaces. The development also features a striking collection of complementary cladding designs that both reflect the individual purpose of the buildings but also adds to the sense of community that is at the very heart of First Street. Drawing on its multi-sector expertise

and varied skillset that include the delivery of the full building envelope, Lakesmere’s scope of works included the facade designs for the scheme’s new hotel, multi-story car park and retail units. The four-star 11-storey Innside hotel, which is part of the internationally recognised Melia chain, is the first of its kind in the UK. The Lakesmere North team undertook the installation of the red glazed terracotta rainscreen panels of the new hotel, which give a nod to the traditional ‘red brick’ properties of the area. As well as

akesmere has always had a dedicated operation in the North West but the company’s recent decision to relocate its Warrington office to new premises in Altrincham in Greater Manchester has further strengthened its regional presence and helped expand its order book. One of the company’s recently completed contracts and one of the most exciting schemes to come to fruition as part of the revival of Manchester’s construction activity is First Street, a new creative and commercial cluster that is helping to put the city back on the map. Boasting a prime location within the regenerated southern gateway to the city, First Street has been created to help breathe new life into the local area and restore the heartbeat of what was once a vibrant centre of industry. The development is anchored by the HOME building, which is the new base for the merged Cornerhouse and Library Theatre Company, and this gives way to a new public square that has been named after Manchester’s legendary music mogul Tony Wilson. Wates was appointed as the main contractor for the HOME building, with Carillion taking the lead on the construction of the overall scheme that includes a new hotel, car park, retail units, high-end student accommodation and a commercial office building. Benefitting from the creative direction of project architect SimpsonHaugh and Partners, First Street has been developed

Lakesmere’s scope of works included the facade designs for the scheme’s new hotel, multi-story car park and retail units

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First Street has been developed by Manchester City Council as part of a joint venture with Ask Developments

being responsible for installation and the seamless integration between the glazing and cladding interfaces, the Lakesmere North team also installed the hotel’s membrane roof and engineered the steel framing for the hotel’s podium block which has been clad in a contrasting black ceramic granite facade system.

The eye-catching terracotta cladding has also been used to create a synergy between the hotel and nearby retail building, which also features a Lakesmere installed Kalzip aluminium roof and bespoke aluminium fascias. The new 700-space multi-storey car park has been designed to be much more

The development features a striking collection of complementary cladding designs

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than essential infrastructure and its unique facade creates an interesting addition to the development. Operated by Q-Park, it is also one of the largest car parks in the city centre. Here, Lakesmere has installed a complex package of bespoke ‘gold’ aluminium rainscreen and perforated cladding that wraps around the building to create a sense of light and space. On one elevation, the installation of the perforated aluminium panels was made even more challenging owing to the integration of LED lights. The breadth of Lakesmere’s roofing and cladding contract at First Street meant that the team was required to work on several different interfaces simultaneously, as well as coordinating with the other trades and contractors working on site. With most of Lakesmere’s work being carried out using mast climbers, attention to health and safety was also paramount. The successful delivery of the varied contract at First Street is, according to Lakesmere’s Project Director John Dickson, not only testament to the company’s diverse skillset but also showcases how main contractors can benefit from working with specialist contractors that can deliver more than one package of works. John comments: “Mixed-used schemes such as First Street are the ideal fit for us as we are equipped to deliver the full building envelope, have a robust supply chain

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The installation of the perforated aluminium panels was made even more challenging owing to the integration of LED lights

the cladding and curtain wall package at the University of Manchester’s National Graphene Institute alongside McMullen Facades and we are now working together to install the full building envelope at the new Central Square commercial development in Leeds.” As a great example of a regeneration

scheme that aims to benefit both the local community and the regional economy, First Street could also be the start of a new landscape for the city that showcases just what is great about Greater Manchester.

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and knowledge of working with various different products as well as having vast multi-sector experience. This gives our clients the scope to use some or all of our services but increasingly, we are being appointed to deliver the complete envelope including roofing, cladding and glazing packages. “A key factor in this is that many of our clients are keen to maximise the benefit of limiting the number of subcontractors involved in a project. With fewer trades to coordinate, the project can not only benefit from faster construction programmes but there is also the increased reliability and reassurance of having all work and warranties with the one supplier.” First Street is also one of the most significant contracts to be delivered by the Lakesmere North team since it relocated to its new regional base in Altrincham and as the company strengthens its links with the local landscape of Manchester, John believes that there’s still plenty of life left in the North West. He continues: “After London helped kick-start recovery in the construction market, it’s great to see this growth spreading to other regional cities such as Birmingham, Leeds and of course Manchester. This is reflected in our order book and as well as working on First Street, we have also recently completed

www.lakesmere.com www.simpsonhaugh.com The eye-catching terracotta cladding has been used to create a synergy between the hotel and nearby retail building

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Technical Focus

The aim was to create an ideal meeting place which would serve as a gateway to Birmingham

Refurbishment provides elegant grandeur Birmingham New Street Station was originally re-built in 1967 to accommodate 650 trains carrying 60,000 passengers per day. By 2010 it had become the busiest station outside of London, operating at more than twice its intended capacity.

panel types down to four.This overcame the driver visibility issue, ensured uncompromised aesthetics and brought costs within budget. Electronic Total Station setting-out techniques were then used to set out the panels along the curve.

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he first half of the refurbishment was completed in 2013.The station’s recently updated configuration should now accommodate a yearly 8.3% rise in passenger numbers. British ceiling manufacturer SAS International commenced work on the threephase project in June 2012. NG Bailey and main contractor Mace installed SAS systems across the platforms, the shopping centre and the concourse. Full scale, physical mock-ups of the bespoke ceiling solutions were built onsite to ensure design intent prior to installation.The integration of fans for smoke extraction and complex wind loads had to be considered to guarantee passenger safety.The wind loads were a concern as trains passing platforms at speed can cause considerable negative loads.

Bespoke ceilings comprising fixed angle bulkheads were installed in line with the curving platforms. The typically trapezoidal bulkheads were bolted end to end in order to form a faceted layout to follow these curves. Using shared data from the project’s BIM model, SAS International used a point cloud to measure the platforms and 3D model the panels. The model’s geometry revealed that the platforms were all non-uniform. This posed a significant design challenge. The data required careful analysis in order to achieve a smooth curved line within the platform edge. This was essential to provide train drivers with an unobstructed view coming into and out of the station. The SAS International design team was able to rationalise the number of unique

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The Birmingham New Street refurbishment completely reimagined the Pallasades shopping centre situated above the station, restoring the building’s previous grandeur. The stainless steel facade encasing the whole building offers a striking focal point in the heart of the city. Now a prominent addition to the Birmingham skyline, it mirrors the architecture, new and old, of the surrounding buildings. Inside, the stunning new roof floods natural light into the shopping centre, anchored by the John Lewis department store, one of the largest outside of London. In total the project installed over 7000m² of SAS International fit-out material. Working alongside main contractor ISG, SAS International designed, supplied and installed

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The aim was to create an ideal meeting place which would serve as a gateway to Birmingham. SAS acoustic panels replaced plasterboard to manage reverberation times where acoustics were an issue. Effectively controlling unwanted noise allows for greater speech intelligibility in typically noisy environments.The management of unwanted noise has made the experience of visiting the station a far more pleasurable one. A massive 50 million people are expected through the door each year.

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Design&&Business Legal Desire

As a direct result of late and withheld payments, six construction firms are going bust every day

Striving for better payment terms

y paying less than is owed and withholding payment for up to 120 days in some cases, some main contractors are using the money they owe subcontractors to finance their own business growth. Not only is this practice unfair and unjust, it is destroying the heart of the industry and biting off the hand that feeds it! As a direct result of late and withheld payments, six construction firms are going bust every day. That is scandalous and the pathetic attempts to fix the problem such as the Construction Leadership Council’s voluntary agreement where signatories agree to pay all suppliers within 30 days from 2018 amounts to putting a sticking plaster on a gaping wound. Specialist contractors are consistently told: “accept our onerous terms or you don’t get the work”.Accept crippling payment terms or

lose out on the business? That’s what I call a real rock and hard place. The latest SME Confidence Tracker Report from Bibby Financial Services revealed that the number of SMEs suffering from late payment rose by nine percentage points in the second quarter of 2015 against the same period in 2014. As a result, 51% of SMEs are waiting more than 30 days for payment. And, guess what? The construction industry remains the worst culprit with 55% of smaller firms waiting over 30 days to be paid, up 11 percentage points against the same period last year. We’re going backwards and the government and so called industry leaders know what is going on but either don’t care, or are too mired in self-interest to do anything about it.Talking about ‘working towards’ paying in 30 days by 2018 is an insult

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Barry Ashmore is co-founder of StreetwiseSubbie, a professional services organisation founded to support and advise specialist contractors. He was formerly an electrical contractor before to turned professional construction law expert.

which is exposed by the following clause taken from a standard sub-contract form in widespread use in 1971: “The first payment shall be due no later than one month after the date of commencement of the sub-contract works or if so agreed of off-site works related thereto and further interim payments shall be due at intervals not exceeding one month calculated from the date of the first interim payment. Interim payments shall be made not later than 14 days after the date they become due.” If we could agree to pay within 14 days 44 years ago, why can’t we pay within 30 days today? Take the specialist contractor’s money out of the UK construction industry and it would be on its knees within a matter of days. Fact.

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According to StreetwiseSubbie, the financial landscape for UK subbies remains bleak. Not because of lack of work, but because certain main contractors find ways to delay payments, and pay less than is owed, to free up their own cash flow. Barry Ashmore, co-founder of StreetwiseSubbie and former electrical contractor turned professional construction law expert, explains more.

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Specification Spotlight

The solution to Bradford Royal’s corridor damage came in the form of Yeoman Shield’s new Guardian Twin Handrail

Yeoman Shield gives a helping hand Bradford Royal Infirmary – part of Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and serving a population of 500,000 people – was the first to take delivery of products from Yeoman Shield’s new range of Guardian Handrails.

he hospital found that they were persistently having to carry out repair and redecoration of the walls in the Service Corridor leading to its ENT Out Patients Unit. As one of the main thoroughfares through the hospital building, the walls were being marked and damage was being caused to the plaster work from the impact of heavily laden trolleys and carts as well as from the everyday passing by of staff, patients and visitors. The Service Corridor also slopes from one end to the other with changes in direction. Already in place was an old metal handrail which was looking worse for wear with many layers of paint flaking off from being continually hit with passing wheeled equipment.

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Yeoman Shield’s new Guardian Twin Handrail was chosen in light green to coordinate with an existing colour scheme

handrail, proving the product to be a sound ecological and economical investment. The Guardian Twin Handrail was installed by Yeoman Shield’s directly employed fixing operatives to both sides of the service corridor. “This is a great new product and was the perfect answer to our damage problem,” commented Thomas Molloy, Architectural Assistant at the hospital. “It was fitted by Yeoman Shield’s team with respect and the minimum of fuss in a ‘live’ area allowing the hospital to continue with its everyday business.” Also the main corridor of the ENT Out Patients Department was lacking a handrail product and due to the nature of clients that visited this clinic that might need an aid

in walking Bradford Royal chose another product from the new Yeoman Shield range to fulfil the requirement. The Guardian 50mm Handrail, a single circular easy to grip rail in timber, was installed to the wall on one side of the corridor by Yeoman Shield’s fixing team. Fitted on strong and durable PVCu Cream injection moulded brackets the timber handrail, which is warm and smooth to the touch, also complemented the wood doors and frame work already in situ along the corridor. The different styles, colours and materials available in Yeoman Shield’s New Guardian Handrail range guarantees that they can provide a handrail system to help satisfy customer requirements.

For these reasons it was not just a system to protect the walls that was required but one that needed to fulfill the requirements of a durable handrail. Yeoman Shield has recently developed a new range of Guardian Handrails which includes the original 125mm Guardian Handrail and now with the addition of the new Guardian Twin Handrail as well as a 50mm dia. handrail. The new range was introduced to the estates team at Bradford Royal Infirmary during a visit from Yeoman Shield’s Area Sales Manager who discussed the products, options and was able to provided visual samples. After Yeoman Shield carried out a free site survey it was concluded that the solution to Bradford Royal’s corridor damage came in the form of Yeoman Shield’s new Guardian Twin Handrail. The new system consists of an upper 50mm diameter handrail which can be supplied as either a solid timber, stainless steel or PVCu sleeved aluminium rail, connected to the lower protection rail. Available in a choice of colours to help blend into interior designs, Bradford Royal Infirmary chose the PVCu option for the upper rail in light green to co-ordinate with an existing colour scheme.The lower rail, 200mm deep, was also supplied in light green and both were completed with Stop Ends, Wall Returns and Corners in cream. The installation of the Twin Handrail will help Bradford Royal with its maintenance budgets by reducing greatly the requirement for the repair and redecoration of the walls as well as avoiding the replacement of the

The timber handrail complemented the wood doors and frame work already in situ along the corridor

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Specification Spotlight

The new Guardian Handrail range One of Yeoman Shield’s most popular products – the Guardian Handrail – has now been joined by two new ones introducing handrails into the company’s range of well-established wall and door protection products.

dding choice and versatility when it comes to choosing a handrail for a new build, refurbishment or retro fit project, the new Guardian Handrail range consists of three options.

Guardian Handrail

This 125mm deep rail with a 40mm smooth ‘grip top’ is fixed to the wall via new improved injection moulded 60mm spacers as standard. Mounted on a MDF or an aluminium core, the rail meets the principal of HTM69 and does not contravene the DDA requirements when installed in either hospital wards or corridors. Alternative fixings such as special length metal spacers and anti-ligature fixings can be supplied to overcome non-standard installation requirements on request. For heavy duty areas stainless steel accessories such as corners and stop ends can be provided adding extra strength and durability.

Guardian 50mm dia. Handrail

The 50mm dia. Handrail is new to the Yeoman Shield product range, designed to provide assistance to those who require it along corridors, ramps and passage ways. Available in a PVCu, stainless steel or timber finish, the 50mm dia. Handrail is mounted to the wall via robust cream PVCu injection moulded 50mm underslung brackets as standard with an alternative of stainless steel brackets if preferred. The PVCu rail has a core of aluminium and is available in a selection of 10 contemporary colours and supplied as standard with contrasting stop ends, external and internal corners and wall returns so as to highlight corners, stop/start points, doorways and changes in direction as

recommended under DDA guidelines. The timber version of the Guardian 50mm dia. Handrail is smooth and warm to the touch, suitable for projects in offices, hotels, care homes and hospitals. Manufactured from wood sourced from a FSC supplier the rail is fixed to the wall with the same standard cream spacers with stainless steel as optional. The stop end, corner and wall return accessories are supplied in stainless steel giving strength to the vulnerable parts of the handrails which can be easily hit by trolleys and wheeled equipment. The stainless steel 50mm dia. Handrail is manufactured from type 304 stainless steel tube with matching accessories and secured to the wall with the PVCu or stainless steel underslung brackets as mentioned previously. Giving an establishment a durable contemporary option, the stainless steel 50mm dia. handrail is corrosion resistant and helps to reduce bacterial growth making it a good choice for healthcare environments.

Guardian Twin Handrail The Yeoman Shield Guardian Twin Handrail is a strong two-part system comprising of the Guardian 50mm dia. Handrail upper most with either a 125mm or 200mm deep lower Protection Rail on a solid MDF or aluminium core anchored firmly to the wall by a two-part PVCu fixing spacer complete with stainless steel posts. Perfect for those areas requiring the dual service of an assistive handrail and protection rail, the lower part of this system sits slightly forward offering impact protection not only to the wall but also to the rail helping to reduce repair and redecoration costs. This new group of Handrails ensures that Yeoman Shield can offer to its customers a wide choice in practicality, design and colours.

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YEOMAN SHIELD GHR50S GUARDIAN HANDRAIL

YEOMAN SHIELD GHR50/PR125/200 GUARDIAN TWIN HANDRAIL

YEOMAN SHIELD GHR50P GUARDIAN HANDRAIL

YEOMAN SHIELD GHR50T GUARDIAN HANDRAIL

Specification Spotlight NEW YEOMAN SHIELD GUARDIAN HANDRAILS DATA SHEET

PRODUCT

DESCRIPTION

NEW YEOMAN SHIELD GUARDIAN HANDRAILS NBS SPECIFICATION: L30 Stairs/Ladders/Walkways/Handrails/Balustrades COMPOSITION DIMENSIONS ACCESSORIES

COLOURS**

Cream PVCu injection moulded 60mm spacers as standard. Special Lengths spacers available. PVCu injection moulded external/internal corners (irregular angles available) and wall returns

Available in all colours from Yeoman Shield Standard Colour Range yeomanshield.com/colours-finishes

Cream PVCu injection moulded 50mm underslung 50mm Dia. brackets as standard. 90mm projection Stainless Steel Brackets available. Supplied in 3.0m lengths Injection moulded stop ends, external/internal corners (irregular angles available) and wall returns

PVCu sleeve available in the selected colour range of Cream, Pebble Grey (Light), Black, White, Opal Green, Buff, Steel, Blue, Light Green, Stone Grey (Dark)

Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled 125mm deep finish and smooth grip top on an 30mm projection Aluminium or Solid MDF Core Supplied in 3.5m lengths

Guardian Handrail

125mm deep rail with 40mm grip top

GHR50P Handrail

50mm Dia. PVCu handrail

GHR50T Handrail

50mm Dia. Timber handrail

Solid Timber - FSC sourced

GHR50S Handrail

50mmDia. Stainless Steel Handrail

Type 304 Stainless Steel Tube

GTR50P/125PR Handrail

50mm Dia. PVCu upper Handrail, 125mm deep lower Protection Rail

Handrail: extruded PVCu sleeve mounted on an Aluminium Core Protection Rail: Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled finish and smooth grip top on an Aluminium or Solid MDF Core

Handrail: 50mm Dia. 90mm projection Protection Rail: 125mm deep 110mm projection Overall depth: 230mm

Connecting Cream PVCu injection moulded 90mm 2 part spacer complete with Stainless Steel Posts. Handrail: Injection moulded stop ends, external/ internal corners (irregular angles available) and wall returns Protection Rail: Injection moulded stop ends, external/internal corners (irregular angles available) and wall return

Handrail: PVCu sleeve available in the selected colour range of Cream, Pebble Grey (Light), Black, White, Opal Green, Buff, Steel, Blue, Light Green, Stone Grey (Dark) Protection Rail: Available in all Colours from Yeoman Shield Standard Colour Range yeomanshield.com/colours-finishes

GTR50T/125PR Handrail

50mm Dia.Timber upper Handrail, 125mm deep lower Protection Rail

Handrail: Solid Timber – FSC sourced Protection Rail: Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled finish and smooth grip top on an Aluminium or Solid MDF Core

Handrail: 50mm Dia. 90mm projection Protection Rail: 125mm deep 110mm projection Overall depth: 230mm

Connecting Cream PVCu injection moulded 90mm 2 part spacer complete with Stainless Steel Posts. Handrail: Stainless Steel stop ends, Stainless Steel external/internal corners (irregular angles available) and wall returns. Protection Rail: Injection moulded stop ends, external/internal corners (irregular angles available) and wall return

Handrail: 20mm contrasting PVCu colour insert available in all from Yeoman Shield Standard Colour Range Protection Rail: Available in all Colours from Yeoman Shield Standard Colour Range yeomanshield.com/colours-finishes

GTR50S/125PR

50mm Dia. Stainless Steel upper Handrail, 125mm deep lower Protection Rail

Handrail: Type 304 Stainless Steel Tube Protection Rail: Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled finish and smooth grip top on an Aluminium or Solid MDF Core

Handrail: 50mm Dia. 90mm projection Protection Rail: 125mm deep 110mm projection Overall depth: 230mm

Handrail: Brushed Satin Finish Protection Rail: Available in all Colours from Yeoman Shield Standard Colour Range yeomanshield.com/colours-finishes

50mm Dia.PVCu upper Handrail, 200mm deep lower Protection Rail

Handrail: extruded PVCu sleeve mounted on an Aluminium Core Protection Rail: Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled finish and smooth grip top on an Aluminium or Solid MDF Core

Handrail: 50mm Dia. 90mm projection Protection Rail: 200mm deep 110mm projection Overall depth: 305mm

50mm Dia.Timber upper Handrail, 200mm deep lower Protection Rail

Handrail: Solid Timber – FSC sourced Protection Rail: Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled finish and smooth grip top on an Aluminium or Solid MDF Core

Handrail: 50mm Dia. 90mm projection Protection Rail: 200mm deep 110mm projection Overall depth: 305mm

50mm Dia. Stainless Steel upper Handrail, 200mm deep lower Protection Rail

Handrail: extruded PVCu sleeve mounted on an Aluminium Core Protection Rail: Vinylac* extruded rail with stippled finish and smooth grip top on an Aluminium or Solid MDF Core

Handrail: 50mm Dia. 90mm projection Protection Rail: 200mm deep 110mm projection Overall depth: 305mm

Handrail: Brushed Satin Finish Protection Rail: Available in all Colours from Yeoman Shield Standard Colour Range yeomanshield.com/colours-finishes

GTR50T/200PR

GTR50S/200PR

Cream PVCu injection moulded 50mm underslung 20mm contrasting PVCu colour 50mm Dia. brackets as standard. insert available in all from Yeoman 90mm projection Stainless Steel Brackets available. Shield Standard Colour Range Supplied in 2.4m lengths Stainless Steel stop ends, Stainless Steel external/internal yeomanshield.com/colours-finishes corners (irregular angles available) and wall returns. Cream PVCu injection moulded 50mm underslung 50mm Dia brackets as standard. 90mm Projection Stainless Steel Brackets available. Supplied in 3.0m lengths Stainless Steel stop ends, Stainless Steel external/internal corners (irregular angles available and wall returns.

Brushed Satin finish

* Vinylac is a specially formulated PVCu material that is resistant to impact and abrasion and is exclusive to Yeoman Shield ** Note for Colours on Guardian Handrail – Though all colour ways are available for the above handrails Yeoman Shield would recommend the use of contrasting accessories to highlight changes in directions, corners and stop/start points etc as suggested under DDA Guidelines.

GTR50P/200PR

Extruded PVCu sleeve mounted on an Aluminium Core

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Specification Spotlight DOOR AND WALL PROTECTION PREVENTS COSTLY DAMAGE Yeoman Shield has recently supplied and installed wall and door protection in the new Urgent Care Unit at Halton Hospital Runcorn. The unit will be busy catering for people in the Runcorn area and is hailed as a one stop shop offering an alternative to A&E for a range of minor injuries and urgent medical care.Yeoman Shield products were installed – by their directly employed fixing team – to the corridors and cubicle areas in the unit. A Guardian Handrail was fitted to protect the walls along the corridors and waiting areas in Aqua Blue with an attractive

contrasting insert strip in Mid Grey. An Ultra 60 Protection Rail, also in Aqua Blue, was included at low level to protect the skirting and wall from damage which can be caused at this height from wheelchairs and trolleys. Some of the doors in the unit required replacement and Yeoman Shield fire rated door protection panels and door edge protectors were fitted to all doors to protect from costly damage reoccurring. Aqua Blue FalmouthEx wall protection panels were installed along the cubicle area corridors and in the cubicles themselves protecting from damage.

YEOMAN SHIELD LEADS THE WAY IN DEMENTIA FRIENDLY HOSPITAL Yeoman Shield was proud to supply its Guardian Handrail, incorporating signage, to a pioneering scheme by Bradford Teaching Hospitals to provide a dementia friendly environment in their hospitals. The Horton Ward at ST Luke’s Hospital was transformed using a grant from the Prime Minister’s Challenge on Dementia Fund. As part of the refurbishment, which involved the use of art, colour and signage to help dementia patients to navigate their way round the hospital, Yeoman Shield was approached by Bradford Teaching Hospital

to supply a handrail that would also act as a directional guide. The Guardian Handrail was supplied in a Dusty Grey colour with contrasting accessories in Mid Grey to highlight the corridor openings to doorways and lifts. Signage was incorporated flush to the face of the rail in White offering directional information to hospital visitors and patients. Ultra Corner Protection Angles were also fitted to vulnerable corners of walls to prevent damage which is easily caused by passing people, trolleys and equipment.

YEOMAN SHIELD LAUNCHES NEW HANDRAIL PRODUCTS Already the manufacturer, supplier and installer of a comprehensive range of wall and door protection products, Yeoman Shield has expanded its range of Guardian Handrails. Incorporating the original and improved Guardian Handrail this new group of rails will also include the Guardian 50mm dia. Handrail, available in either a PVCu, stainless steel or timber option and the Guardian Twin Handrail which has both an upper support rail coupled to a lower protection rail in one complete system.

“We are aware that our standard wall and door protection packages very often go hand in hand with the requirement of a handrail system. We want to be able to simplify things for our clients when specifying and procuring this group of materials and be in a position to offer them a complete and comprehensive package. It was for this reason that we have developed the new Guardian Handrails to complement our core market of wall and door protection products,” commented Yeoman Shield’s Sales Director, Stuart Russell.

Be among the first to find out about the new range of Yeoman Shield Guardian Handrails: From November 2015 you can request the new Guardian Handrails brochure by filling out a form online at www.yeomanshield.com/new-handrails Harrison Thompson & Co Ltd,Yeoman House, Whitehall Estate, Whitehall Road, Leeds, LS12 5JB T: 0113 279 5854 E: sallyann@yeomanshield.com

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Hotel Build Focus

Cawston Roofing was confident in recommending Kemperol V210 cold liquid-applied waterproofing membrane

Restoring luxury hospitality The Grand Ocean Hotel in Saltdean, near Brighton, epitomises a bygone era of glamourous seaside elegance. First opened in 1938, the Grade II listed buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crescent-shaped white facade makes it a classic of Art Deco architectural design.

nce a popular honeymoon destination after it was acquired, repaired and re-opened by holiday camp pioneer, Billy Butlin in 1953, it is now the central building from which a development of luxury apartments takes its name along with four new build apartment blocks constructed within the grounds. Every attention has been taken to preserve the original structure in line with its listed status and to design the new blocks in-keeping. However, problems with the integrity of the waterproofing system originally specified became apparent even before the scheme was completed, leading to a change of both roofing contractor and, eventually, roofing system.

Integrity issues The existing inverted roof build up for the new build apartment blocks had the originally specified membrane installed beneath the insulation

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Both the existing hotel building and the new builds have flat roofs and architect, Rolfe Judd, had specified a liquid waterproofing membrane. Unfortunately, the system selected was not robust enough to adhere seamlessly to the roof substrate. The developmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coastal location required a more durable and flexible membrane that could withstand a moist and salty atmosphere, high UV levels and, most importantly, would adhere permanently to both the roof and all upstands and outlets. When the integrity of the waterproofing membrane on the four new build structures was first compromised, however, the assumption was made that the issue lay with the quality of installation rather than the suitability of the membrane. A new roofing contractor, Cawston

Hotel Build Focus Roofing, was brought in to carry out repairs to the membrane but, as the existing roof build up was still under warranty, Cawston Roofing was required to carry out repairs using the same product. The majority of the problems with the roofing material were around the upstands. While repairs using the same membrane seemed to address the issue briefly, the same issues recurred following the repairs. Kevin Cawston from Cawston Roofing comments: “It became clear that using the same system to repair the defects simply wasn’t going to work. “At the same time, the project to refurbish the main hotel building was nearing completion and the main contractor was keen to find a solution for the four new build blocks that would also offer a permanent solution for the roof of the main building.”

Overlay strategy

Every attention has been taken to preserve the original structure in line with its listed status

even more significant because the original roof build-up was not inverted. The balconies were tackled first, with strip out of the entire roof build-up. Here, not only had the originally specified membrane failed but the insulation below it had begun to rot too. Having completed the strip out, Cawston Roofing allowed the concrete substrate to dry on each balcony and the decision was taken to reinstate the build-up for each balcony as an inverted warm roof. Kevin explains:“New insulation had to be cut to size and shape.We were able to do this while the Kemperol V210 membrane was being installed so that we could complete the balconies as quickly as possible.” Cawston roofing used the same primer, resin and fleece for the balconies of the refurbished hotel, allowing the system to cure before completing each balcony with new insulation and paving slabs or decking. The team then moved onto the 8500m2 former hotel roof, which comprises five ‘fingers’ with a central core.Water ingress around the roof outlets meant that the

recently installed warm roof insulation was already sodden and the roof had to be stripped back to the vapour barrier. To aid water run-off in the future, Kemper System designed a tapered Kempertherm insulation scheme, introducing a slight pitch to each section of roof. Cawston Roofing pre-primed each piece of board in an onsite workshop during the winter months to aid faster installation once the weather improved. When weather conditions did improve, the Kempertherm sections were fixed to the substrate and joint sealed before application of the Kemperol V210 membrane began.

Holiday heritage Thanks to the replacement of the originally specified waterproofing system with Kemperol V210, the building not only provides a stylish address on the coast that is warm and dry for residents but also protects a slice of the UK’s holidaymaking heritage.

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Having used Kemper Systems’ Kemperol membranes on a wide variety of construction projects in the past, Cawston Roofing was confident in recommending Kemperol V210 cold liquid-applied waterproofing membrane. Rather than carry out additional repairs using Kemperol V210, the Kemperol V210 roof was installed as an overlay onto the existing failed membrane wherever possible and the existing was stripped out and replaced with Kemperol V210 where this was not viable. The existing inverted roof build up for the new build apartment blocks had the originally specified membrane installed beneath the insulation. Cawston Roofing removed the paving slabs and green roof medium along with the insulation and, where possible, this was stored for re-use. The company then prepared and cleaned the roof surface and, in the areas around the upstands where the failed membrane had not bonded, the team pulled off the damaged membrane. The existing insulation, slabs and green roof medium were then reinstated to complete the roof. As Kevin comments: “By the time we were carrying out the overlay of the failed membrane with the Kemperol V210 system the apartments in the four new blocks were already occupied. “This meant that ease and speed of installation were essential to prevent any water ingress during the works and ensure that we completed each building with as little disruption to residents as possible.” Cawston Roofing used the same process and materials for each of the new build terraces, but the damage caused by the failed waterproofing membrane on the roof and balconies of the former hotel building was

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Structural

The curved roofing system, synonymous with Fordingbridge’s design, uses highly insulated composite panels

Fordingbridge’s visitor centre at Whipsnade Zoo brings new standards of sustainable design to the leisure sector.

he new entrance building, designed and built using Fordingbridge’s signature design features, unites core visitor functions in a single bright and permeable space to ensure a seamless and exciting new entry point for the zoo’s visitors. A timber triple span canopy, designed to ensure visitors are comfortable whatever the weather, virtually doubles the main building space and provides exciting opportunities for pop-up retail units under a fabric roof. Succeeding the canopy a fully glazed building facade provides uninterrupted views to the zoo, enhancing the anticipation of the visitor. Once inside, the internal environment helps visitors feel immersed in and connected with the animal world. Sustainability has been an important design parameter in the development of the new visitor centre.The glu-laminated timber frame is sustainably sourced FSC accredited Norwegian Spruce grade GL24 and nestles perfectly into its natural context. Glu-laminated timber marries the warm aesthetic of timber with the structural ingenuity and elegant shapes possible, thanks to its strength. The curved roofing system, synonymous with Fordingbridge’s design, uses highly insulated composite panels in a construction method which ensures high air tightness

within the building. With all of the company’s projects, Fordingbridge’s approach to sustainability ensures that it maximises the efficiency of its structures throughout their whole life cycle, from design, to build, to occupation.

Sustainable core A high performance aluminium glazing system with integrated doors and opening windows assists natural ventilation and maximises natural daylight.

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Sustainable attraction

Three dedicated Air Source Heat Pumps working in conjunction with the building’s underfloor heating system provide a robust, low energy and low maintenance heating solution. High level opening windows allow the building to moderate its internal temperature through passive ventilation. This minimises energy demand for heating and cooling strategies. Owen Craft, General Manager of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, said: “The building has been designed to be ultra-sustainable, gaining an A-rating for energy efficiency and becoming a hub for its own recycling projects such as turning used plastic drinks bottles into new benches for the Zoo. Whether it’s finding a beautiful gift for a loved one or just enjoying a delicious coffee before the drive home, I think the visitor centre will bookend a day at the Zoo in a lovely way and make the experience absolutely first rate.”

www.fordingbridge.co.uk A timber triple span canopy, designed to ensure visitors are comfortable whatever the weather, virtually doubles the main building space

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Doors & Windows

The facade of any building is one of the most important factors in determining energy efficiency

The changing face of specification In this article, Jon Palethorpe, Commercial Director at architectural aluminium systems specialist, Technal, looks at current trends in fenestration design and specification, and some of the latest technical advancements engineered for high performance windows.

n the UK, Building Regulations are imposing ever more stringent targets with the aim of achieving zero carbon performance in non-domestic buildings by 2019. As a result, developers and building occupiers are becoming more informed about the need for energy efficiency to minimise the demand for mechanical heating, ventilation and cooling, with the aim of reducing running costs and future-proofing their buildings. The facade of any building is one of the most important factors in determining energy efficiency and window systems are therefore a critical part of the specification process. Effective fenestration design has to achieve the balance between aesthetics, thermal and weather performance, natural ventilation, acoustics, security and cost â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the challenge is that these factors often work against each other.

Effective fenestration design has to achieve the balance between aesthetics, thermal and weather performance, natural ventilation, acoustics, security and cost

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Exceeding Building Regulations

These features should now be available as standard for high performance aluminium window systems.

We are seeing much greater demand for levels of thermal performance which exceed current Building Regulations.These require Uw values for the glass and frame of 2.2W/m2K but we are often now asked to achieve values of 1.5 or as low as 1.2 W/m2K.These performance levels exceed the requirements but for a relatively small additional cost, the building occupier will gain a much more thermallyefficient system to help reduce future running costs over the life cycle of the building. The thermal performance of window systems can be enhanced to deliver lower U values with the use of: Increased thermal breaks New materials for thermal strips Increased module depths Accommodation of larger glazed unit sizes

Developments in natural ventilation

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There have been technical advancements in trickle ventilation to allow fresh air to circulate when the window is closed but with no passage area for sound. This is particularly useful for high rise apartment schemes. The vents can be fitted into the window system or can be installed independently above the window. Casement windows can also now incorporate hinges for wider opening up to 90 degrees rather than the previous standard 50 degrees but specifiers should be aware of the safety considerations for wider openings. There are also parallel opening options to optimise air flow.

Doors & Windows How to minimise solar gain Solar gain can be an issue with windows as well as curtain walling and reducing it is increasingly a requirement, particularly for offices and schools. Building occupiers need the benefit of natural ventilation and high levels of natural light to help maintain comfortable working environments and fresh air has been proven to contribute to concentration levels, but highly glazed buildings are vulnerable to heat gain. Glass and building orientation are part of the solution, but if not sufficient, the building designer should look at external solar shading to help reduce the reliance on mechanical cooling.

Weather performance issues

Window and door sizes Increasing the mullion and transom sizes will allow architects to achieve larger spans and greater vision areas for maximising natural light and striking aesthetics.The most advanced aluminium window systems will have less visible aluminium for further visual appeal. Specifiers should always check the maximum recommended weight and sizes as there will be variations between systems suppliers and should ensure that fittings are sufficiently robust to take the loadings of larger window units.

The building designer should look at external solar shading to help reduce the reliance on mechanical cooling

Occupier comfort and usability is also an issue with larger windows or doors. Specifiers are demanding ever bigger doors but do need to balance aesthetics with ease of operation. A 3m high door, for example, will be too heavy for children to open in a school environment.

Enhancing aesthetics Technical advancements in window design have included the increased use of concealed drainage and fittings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as hinges, restrictors and closers for an improved finish. Concealed fittings can also be supplied for open-in windows and tilt/turn configurations. Leading suppliers of facade systems will also offer visual compatibility. This allows the specification of profile module depths, sight lines, accessories and fittings to be consistent across a building envelope and fully integrated, whether for curtain walling, doors or windows.

Balancing specification considerations There are multiple considerations that affect window and glazing specification â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from size limitations, occupier comfort, impact on running costs, location and orientation of the building, ventilation requirements, security, solar gain, acoustics, maintenance, finish, cost, compliance with disability legislation, current and future Building Regulations, environmental impact, life cycle costing and recyclability. A good systems company will have a wealth of technical expertise that architects and building designers can draw on to develop the most effective fenestration solution for every project.

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Air tightness is becoming even more critical in building design and very low levels of air or heat loss are now being demanded that are well in excess of Building Regulations. The requirements currently permit air leakage rates of up to 10m3/hour but we are increasingly asked to achieve levels of 3m3/hour or less, and this is particularly a requirement on commercial schemes in central London. It is also more common now for specifiers to request an EPDM perimeter seal between the structure of the building and the window system. This can make a considerable difference to reducing heat loss and improving the overall building performance. For water tightness, it is vital contractors and developers employ well trained glazing fabricators and installers to ensure correct manufacture of the system and accurate fitting on site. During the economic downturn when there was huge pressure on cost, there were too many issues with the quality of fabrication and installation across the glazing industry which resulted in poor weather performance on some projects. Specifiers and contractors are now much more aware of this issue. We would always strongly advise checking that fabricators are working to current fabrication manuals and that they have had sufficient training in assembly and installation from the systems company.

Air tightness is becoming even more critical in building design

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Drainage & Landscaping

There are many things to consider when thinking about pumping systems in developments. Here, John Plant, Pumping Stations Manager of T-T Pumps Ltd talks through the options.

A non-adoptable pumping station is far more economical to install

ewerage pumping stations have come a long way since the Great Stink back in the summer of 1858, where sewerage systems didn’t exist and London was an unbearable place to be. Thanks to engineers Joseph Bazalgette and Edmund Cooper, and architect Charles Driver a sewage system was implemented and today it is as innovative as ever. Along with budgets, there are many factors to consider when choosing the right pumping station for a development, such as: Technical specifications – how much effluent is the pumping station going to need to remove? Space – how much space is the pumping station going to need? Low maintenance – is the pumping station easy to maintain? Longevity and resilience – is the pumping

station going to withstand the required tasks? Installation – is the pumping station easy to install? There are two options to choose from when thinking of installing a pumping station, adoptable or non-adoptable?

Non-adoptable pumping stations Non-adoptable pumping stations can be utilised in single dwellings, business premises, commercial/industrial properties, hotels, nursing homes and so on. A non-adoptable pumping station is far more economical to install as it does not need to meet the demands of the Water Companies’ specifications, however the property owners are responsible for the running and maintenance costs. Non-adoptable pumping

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Adoptable pumping stations An adoptable pumping station is tailored to suit each site. Each station is constructed individually and to site specific drawings. The chamber well is constructed using concrete rings on site in line with the design drawings and engineers attend site at various intervals to install the pipe work and valve assemblies in-situ. Adoptable pumping stations can be utilised in multiple housing developments and commercial properties. Adoptable pumping stations have to comply with the current requirements of Sewers for Adoption by the local water company, therefore lead time is longer to suit these requirements. However, T-T Pumps has innovatively designed the Ready Sump, a precast concrete sump which aims to reduce installation time, costs and safety risks on site.The positive of having an adoptable pumping station is that running and operation costs are the responsibility of the water company after adoption. Adoptable pumping stations are bespoke and designed to suit your specific requirements. The choice of utilising adoptable or non-adoptable pumping stations is very often a case of economies and whether the necessary space is available for an adoptable pumping station.

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stations are quick and easy to install and less space is required. Non-adoptable pumping stations are package pumping stations therefore they provide an efficient and economical way of installing a sewage and drainage pumping station. Non-adoptable pumping stations also known as private package pumping stations typically contain a preformed chamber element, assembled off site along with its own internal pipe work and valve system integral to the same chamber, delivered to site in short timescales and ready for installation. The package pumping station is taken from a range of standard designs available on very short lead times.

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Insulation

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Structural insulation made truly sustainable The dimensional stability of any structural material must be guaranteed for its design life. Load bearing insulation in particular must provide the highest degree of compressive, shear and tensile strength while floors and paved roof terraces must withstand the constant stress of heavy trafficking. On roofs too, avoidance of deflection or movement caused by the weight of M&E equipment is an absolute prerequisite of design.

ncreasingly high standards of insulation have drawn attention to the limitations of materials which present a clear trade-off in terms of sustainability and environmental performance. Many argue that a material which can demonstrate an extended design life can be described as ‘sustainable’ but this is widely considered to be a flawed argument. The scope, therefore, to specify materials which are manufactured from reclaimed material and which present no fire or toxicity risk is understandably attracting increasing attention. Another requirement of structural insulation is that it should enclose a building while removing any potential for thermal

bridging. Ideally, it must also be suitable for installation above or below the floor slab, even in areas subject to constant water pressure.This is particularly relevant today given the growing trend towards cellar and basement development. In such situations, walls in contact with the soil must be insulated with special care if moisture ingress is to be avoided. The flexibility of rigid glass insulation enables it to be used not just below ground but with flat roofs, floating floors, rendered facades, acoustic ceilings and sandwich panels. There could be no better illustration of its effectiveness than one of the UK’s most iconic developments built more than 30 years ago.

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The Grade II-listed Barbican Centre is not only mixed use but has an array of buildings which, at the time of their construction, pushed the boundaries of design. Built over several years into the early 80s the centre has insulation 50mm thick over 10,000m2 of suspended pedestrian areas and courtyards which, though effectively flat roofs, are subject to intensive use. The same principle was brought to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre where the area beneath the stage houses exhibition and display rooms. Foamglas S3 100mm thick insulation was used so that the structural load could be transferred via the insulation without settlement or creep of the floor slab. The same material is also recommended by manufacturers of metal facade and roofing systems for compact roof construction.This involves its use with a variety of substrates, for green roofs and car park decks as well as traditional build-ups. Increasingly, specifications are requiring materials which can be laid to falls and tapered roof insulation provides consistency across the span without waste. It also prevents damage being caused by water ingress if the roofing membrane is punctured. Such a system has been used on the maintenance platform at level 75 on The

Insulation

Foamglas has been installed within the concourse of The Shard, London Bridge

The flexibility of rigid glass insulation enables it to be used not just below ground but with flat roofs, floating floors, rendered facades, acoustic ceilings and sandwich panels

cellular structure and high melting point (over 1000°C) prevents oxygen from reaching the fire source. External walls or facades may also require thermal uprating ‘from the inside’ but this can give rise to condensation and mould growth.The confidence gained from an insulating material which also acts as a vapour

barrier prevents this and materials such as plasterboard can be fixed to the insulation. With the addition of acid, rot and vermin resistance, the material can truly be described as sustainable, a description which its manufacturer has no difficulty justifying.

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Shard, a building that few would associate with having a roof. In such an exposed location, and with significant loads on the platform, the highest available combination of compressive strength and insulation was required, with a pre-cut taper on the upper face. Foamglas designed the roof construction as a system which was fully bonded to the metal structure so that regular maintenance could be carried out.A spokesman for Adamson Architects put the demands of the project into perspective saying:“Foamglas proved to be the ultimate solution for the difficult loadbearing areas of the Shard. Specifying cellular glass insulation ensured complete integrity and performance in key areas of the tower.” By contrast, the junction between external walls and floor slab is renowned for being a source of thermal bridging.A load-bearing block, Perinsul SL, forms an insulated joint between vertical wall and horizontal floor or roof insulation. It has an exceptional compressive strength of 2.9N/mm2 at breakpoint when capped with mortar and enables cold bridging to be significantly reduced while structural integrity maintained. Using traditional block or brick laying methods, no special tools or skills are needed and blocks can be cut. In such projects not only is a high standard of fire resistance required but prevention of toxic fumes in the presence of heat. Scientific investigations have shown that Foamglas can contribute significantly to passive fire protection as it neither burns nor gives rise to toxic emissions.The material’s closed

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Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms

The specified flooring needs to be able to perform against wet and dry contaminants

New research testing how safety flooring performs with ‘real world’ commercial kitchen contaminants highlights the need for tougher standards, says Peter Daulby, Altro’s Technical Services Manager.

he commercial kitchen can be a dangerous place. Oil evaporates into the air and settles on the floor when it cools – requiring constant cleaning to prevent a slippery surface. Small spills like milk or flour could cause a very real slip hazard. A busy lunch hour would mean a lot of oil and cooking ingredients on the floor, and not enough time to keep the floor clean and hazardfree at all times. The law requires that employers ensure the health and safety of all employees, which is why safety flooring is a popular choice in commercial kitchens. We decided to put safety flooring to a real world test, using a variety of common contaminants found in a commercial kitchen, to gain a better understanding of real world risks in commercial kitchens, and to identify the best ways to mitigate these risks.

Standard slip resistance tests Across the world safety flooring is tested in various ways. The standard Pendulum Test is often used in the UK. Wet flooring that measures PTV ≥36 translates to a one in a million chance of slipping and is

classed as having a low slip potential. The contaminant used for this test is water. In most areas, this is the most common contaminant, making the test robust and reliable. However, this is definitely not the case for kitchens, where clean water represents only a small proportion of the hazards a worker would encounter on a daily basis.

Testing real world contaminants We used the standard PTV pendulum test BS7976, but instead of using only water as the test contaminant, we used a range of other typical kitchen contaminants, as

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shown in the table of results, and tested three of our safety floors, all classed as having a low slip potential. This table shows the risk of slipping on the safety floors we tested and how they perform with the different ‘real world’ kitchen contaminants. All of these floors maintained their low slip potential when the contaminant was clean water, and they performed well with some other common contaminants, but when it came to vegetable oil and greasy washing up water, it was a different story – only Altro Stronghold 30 with the very highest slip resistance maintained a one in a million chance of slipping. The results showed that choosing your safety flooring based on how many customers you serve each day could leave you exposed – what matters most is the contaminants. In commercial kitchens our expert opinion is that flooring with PTV≥36, R10 is not recommended.Your chosen flooring needs to be able to perform against wet and dry contaminants and you also need to be confident that it provides sustained lifetime slip resistance rather than a coating that will wear away.

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TABLE 1 THE RISK OF SLIPPING ON THE SAFETY FLOORS TESTED BY ALTRO

CONTAMINANTS Water Vegetable oil Greasy water Milk Flour Plastic wrapping

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Altro Stronghold 30 R12 PTV ≥ 55 1 in a million 1 in a million 1 in a million 1 in a million 1 in a million 1 in a million

Altro classic R11 PTV ≥ 45 1 in a million 1 in 100,000 1 in 100,000 1 in a million 1 in a million 1 in a million

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Renson Fabrications developed a special solution, which combines a glazed-in louvre panel type 414 with a 150mm thick insulation panel to the rear with duct plenum

Renson system keeps students focused Good air quality is crucial for students to keep focused during studying and could ultimately affect their academic performance. Therefore, all 419 student rooms of the project Paul Street East in Shoreditch, London feature their own ventilation unit. The duct of the system is connected to a specially developed Renson louvre panel solution on top of every window in the building.

or this application in 12-24 Paul Street, the project team of Renson Fabrications developed a special solution, which combines a glazed-in louvre panel type 414 with a 150mm thick insulation panel to the rear with duct plenum. For accurate connection of the ventilation duct, the insulation panel was equipped with a duct opening during assembly for on-site connection. When no duct needs to be connected, the insulating back panel was installed fully closed, providing the required thermal resistance. “We were looking for a specific solution for this application and Renson Fabrications was able to develop and manufacture a customised solution for us,” says Sean Keenan at FK Construction. “By integrating these glazed-in louvre panels with special insulation on every window of a building, we could not only take care of ventilation and thermal resistance, but also add an additional architectural dimension to the facade of the building.” Renson is a trendsetter in ventilation,

solar shading and terrace covers. Since 1909 the company has developed and manufactured innovative products and solutions, which improve the living conditions of people and at the same time cut energy costs. Renson Fabrications, with a production facility in Maidstone, develops and manufactures a wide range of products and systems, including window ventilators, louvres and

Renson’s demand-controlled ventilation system with the Healthbox ensures environments are optimally ventilated

continuous louvre systems. The company provides standard as well as customised solutions to the construction market. “We offer architects, specifiers, developers, fabricators and installers a wide range of innovative systems, taking into account not only the ventilation and/or sun protection features, but also other aspects, such as thermal resistance and acoustic performance,” says Patrick Vandenbogaerde at Renson. “For various applications in the UK, the project team of Renson has been developing special ventilation solutions with louvre panels, combined with options, such as dampers or an insulation panel on the rear. By integrating, for example, glazed-in louvre panels with special details, architects and installers take care of the necessary supply of fresh air, adding an architectural accent to the building.”

Mechanical ventilation Renson Fabrications not only focuses on these standard and customised solutions, but also has been developing very successful ventilation systems for several years. Its demand-controlled ventilation system with the Healthbox ensures the house is optimally ventilated, according to the resident’s activities. This ventilation system really can help homes reduce their energy consumption whilst creating a healthy indoor environment. Renson’s demand-controlled ventilation system combines the constant supply of fresh air through self-regulating vents and the extraction on-demand of polluted air thanks to the central extraction unit Healthbox. Dynamic sensors measure the extraction air 24 hours a day on CO2 or humidity and/or VOCs and adapt the ventilation level to the needs of the residents in an intelligent way. In this way, the system makes a healthy indoor environment possible. The Healthbox, installed in an unused corner in the attic or in a technical room, is calibrated fully automatically and regulates itself so as to achieve the exact extraction capacity for each room. This avoids the risk of adjustment errors, thereby ensuring a properly working ventilation system with a proper flow rate in each room. This automatic calibration also leads to significant time savings, as installation takes only a couple of minutes.

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Visitors to the open day were introduced to the full range of LG equipment

LG Electronics launches new training academy in style Leading air conditioning and energy solutions provider LG marked the official opening of its training academy at its new headquarters in Brooklands with an open day attended by the media, distributors, installers, contractors and team members.

he impressive new offices, right next to the historic motor racing circuit near Weybridge in Surrey, house an equally impressive new training academy that was opened on the day by LG’s UK President Mr Ki Kwon. The centre includes areas for trainees to

The centre includes areas for trainees to get ‘hands on’ with all the LG products

get ‘hands on’ with all the LG products – air conditioning, heating and the user interfaces that set LG equipment apart from its competitors.

Training agenda Jody Lees, Head of Air Conditioning and Energy Solutions in the UK welcomed the visitors to the opening and expressed his pleasure and pride at the quality of the new training academy, stressing just how vital training is to LG as part of the package it offers: “We’ve trained more than 3000 people in the past seven years and in the past four years we’ve seen the number coming through our training courses almost quadruple. This says a huge amount about where our priorities lie. “We provide exceptional equipment and in order for this to deliver the performance and on-going benefits to the end users who invest in LG quality, its vital

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that the equipment is installed properly and maintained to deliver the highest possible levels of efficiency. We want to see an ever expanding number of engineers coming on our courses and we’re proud to provide this training free of charge. It’s an integral part of what we offer and it’s vital that it’s taken up.” The launch of the LG Si – Specialist installer – programme has moved the training agenda forward a number of notches, such that the LG Distributor customers are arguably the most highly trained individuals in the sector. This programme will continue to be rolled out in 2016 when LG will see large numbers of new engineers and an equally impressive number of existing team members heading back for further training and top-up training to keep them at the cutting edge of LG technology. Visitors to the open day were introduced to the full range of LG equipment as they were shown around the academy – including the Therma V ranges of air to water heat pumps which are taking the sector by storm, the Multi V VRF range of equipment, the engineered solutions on offer from LG and the wide range of user interfaces from simple controls to the most advanced options that can interface with the most complex of building controls systems on commercial properties. 8 partner.lge.com/uk * hvac.marketing@lge.com ( 01932 331400

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LG is a recognised, global brand and a growing influence on this sector of the heating marketplace

Warming to air source heat pumps The UK is warming to alternative heating sources, with air source heat pumps (ASHPs) at the top of the list. Whether as the sole provider of heating and hot water, or as part of a bivalent system, we’re seeing these increasingly efficient and quiet units being selected for new build and refurbishment projects.

here’s a company with a growing reputation in the air to water heat pumps sector with a pedigree in consumer electronics, that is making a strong impact in the marketplace, with equipment that ticks all the boxes for people keen to utilise renewable technologies. LG is a recognised, global brand and a growing influence on this sector of the heating marketplace and its comprehensive Therma V range of air to water heat pumps is rapidly growing in popularity. Encouragingly, whilst the RHI is seen by many owners as a bonus, it’s rarely the major reason this excellent renewable source is selected. So the plans Government has to reduce the levels of support for the RHI will, it is believed, have very little influence on the growing popularity of these units. The key benefit of an air to water heat pump is the energy efficiency that comes

with the product. A typical, traditional wet heating system offers a Coefficient of Performance (COP) of around or slightly lower than 1.0. ASHPs provide users with a maximum COP of around 4.5. Put simply, for every 1kW of power it takes to run the pump it delivers up to around 4.50kW of output – which is impressive by any standards.

refrigerant piping – all leading to less time on site and easy access simply by removal of the front panel for maintenance. Many manufacturers specify the requirement for an anti-corrosion coating to be applied to components of their ASHP. LG’s outdoor units come complete with Gold Fin anti-corrosive epoxy treatment on the aluminium heat exchanger coil already in place. It’s particularly effective at protecting units installed near to the coastline, where the air has a higher salt content which can be extremely corrosive unless the units have protection. For more information on the LG range of air source heat pumps head for the website. 8 partner.lge.com/uk * hvac.marketing@lge.com ( 01932 331400

Unit protection Many air source heat pumps are available in split or monobloc units, depending on the specific installation and requirements of the system being installed. LG’s Monobloc has been designed for ease of installation with all the key components of the heat pump installed at the factory. The electric heater, the expansion tank, the plate heat exchanger and the ErP compliant high efficiency water pump are all installed, providing simplicity to the installer, no

LG’s comprehensive Therma V range of air to water heat pumps is rapidly growing in popularity

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Rinnai’s advanced engineering has resulted in the complete range of Rinnai Infinity water heaters being given the A-rating

Rinnai welcomes advent of ‘transparent’ Energy Labelling Rinnai, designer and manufacturer of the Infinity range of continuous flow gas fired water heaters, welcomes the implementation of the ERP and Energy Labelling Directive on 26th September as its expansive range of water heaters can satisfy a complete range of load profiles and all units are A-rated.

n 26th September 2015 the Energy Related Products (ERP) Directive, incorporating Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Directives for water heaters (Lot 2) came into force, meaning that water-heating products sold in the UK must meet the minimum energy performance criteria in order to be legally placed on the market, and require an energy label. “The Energy Labelling Directive offers transparency to specifiers, installers and end users who will now have a clear guide for choosing the most efficient units available,” says Tony Gittings, Managing Director of Rinnai UK. “Rinnai now brings to market the most expansive range of A-rated appliances, that have load profiles suitable for both domestic and commercial projects. Our appliances range from load profile(s) for small domestic models to XXL sized commercial units,” says Gittings. Rinnai is also set up to offer installers expert help with system labelling.The onus of

labelling in this scenario falls on the installer, rather than the manufacturer, who will be responsible for system labels for those installations that combine a water heater with renewables, for example. Rinnai worked well ahead of the deadline for ERP and took delivery of its coveted A-rated labels in July.To get to that stage, Rinnai had all its appliances tested twice. The first test was carried out at the Rinnai headquarters in Japan, where units underwent rigorous interrogation by the company’s expert engineers and then again by notified body who awarded the rating. “An energy efficient continuous flow gas fired hot water system, whether teamed with renewables technology or used on its own, actually has a lot to offer as we move towards the Government’s carbon reduction goals. Rinnai Infinity units have been developed to exceed all current demands and lead the field in this respect. As seen with the launch of the Rinnai HDC1600i which has been introduced to adhere to the low-NOX requirements of ERP in 2018.

“And don’t forget, the A-rating applies to a unit in use under specific test conditions – ie when fuel is being used. As an ‘A-rated’ Rinnai unit only uses fuel when water is being drawn it doesn’t suffer any standing losses, making the system more efficient than any stored hot water system. “In effect, an A-rated Rinnai continuous flow water heater, will always have an advantage in efficiencies over A-rated storage systems, as there is no standing losses or any need to re-circulate and re-heat water to avoid stratification,” Gittings explains. “When these Rinnai water heaters are paired with solar thermal technology and the latest intelligent controls are used for ultimate renewable heat optimisation, even higher efficiencies can be achieved.” Rinnai’s advanced engineering and attention to detail has resulted in the complete range of Rinnai Infinity water heaters being given the coveted A-rating. It shows an energy efficient continuous flow gas fired hot water system, whether teamed with renewables technology or used on its own, actually has a lot to offer as we move towards the Government’s carbon neutral goals. Rinnai Infinity units have been developed to exceed all current demands and lead the field in this respect. Gittings concludes: “It is great news that Rinnai has recognition in the form of the A-rating across all our appliances – domestic, light commercial, heavy duty and industrial. “It shows we are well on the journey to assist with the greening of industry with our continually improving efficiencies. However, there is still a way to go for the industry to develop even more superior energy efficient technologies – which is why Rinnai is looking at new developments with an eye to October 2018 when the next tier of legislation is due. 8 www.rinnaiuk.com * info@rinnaiuk.com ( 01928 531870

Rinnai worked well ahead of the deadline for ERP and took delivery of its coveted A-rated labels in July

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CPD Focus

Urban Front launches RIBAapproved CPD As a member of the RIBA-CPD providers network, Urban Front is pleased to offer its presentation: Specifying Hardwood Timber External Doorsets.The objective of this CPD presentation is to enthuse and inform architects about specifying hardwood internal and external doors it also includes detailed information about Passivhaus doors.The presentation is both engaging and informative and allows architects to get their hands on samples, sections and cut-aways. Urban Front includes a large number of quality photographs of UK and international installations showing a wide variety of specifications and settings.The presentation normally takes about 40 minutes and there is an opportunity for a question and answer session at the end. * info@urbanfront.co.uk

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New RIBAapproved CPD seminars from Norcros Adhesives Architects and specifiers are set to benefit from two new CPD seminars from tile adhesive and self levelling manufacturer Norcros Adhesives.The Norcros

CPD seminars cover the subjects of Reinforced Polymer Technology for Tiling and Avoiding Common Failures when Specifying Wall and Floor Tiling. Specifically developed for architects, specifiers and large contractors, the new seminars provide important information for customers in these key sectors, who need to keep their CPD qualifications up to date.The areas covered by the two new Norcros CPDs are particularly important, as there is often a lack of information readily available and architects frequently contact the Norcros technical department seeking information. * msearle@norcros-adhesives.com

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Structural Concrete Alliance offers CPD seminars The Structural Concrete Alliance will be holding the last of its popular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminars for 2015 in Swansea on 24 November, with similar events planned during 2016 in Brighton,York, Bath, Chester, Stirling and London. Designed to provide delegates with an introduction to Structural Asset Protection and Repair, these half-day events offer an introduction to corrosion as well as techniques for repair, protection and strengthening. Presentations are varied to reflect the region in which the seminar takes place but include: an introduction to corrosion; an overview of electrochemical systems; concrete repairs and coatings; carbon fibre strengthening; introduction to sprayed concrete; and inspection of reinforced buildings and structures. * admin@structuralconcretealliance.org

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Wetroom Design and Specification CPD from CCL Wetrooms The Wetroom Design & Specification CPD from CCL Wetrooms guides architects through the process of designing and specifying a watertight wetroom. The free, 45-minute technical presentation can be organised at a time and venue to suit attendees and covers the key considerations of designing and specifying a wetroom.This includes wetroom design and layout, waterproofing, drainage, floor build up and installation.To complement these sessions, CCL has recently unveiled a new contemporary website, designed to provide architects, specifiers and house builders with comprehensive technical information to aid the wetroom specification process for their clients. * cpd@ccl-wetrooms.co.uk

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building regulations, key performance characteristics and illustrates their suitability for all environments including education, healthcare, retail, leisure and office. ROCKFON acoustic stone wool and metal solutions for ceilings and walls are a fast and simple way to create beautiful, comfortable and safe spaces. Easy to install and durable, they protect people from noise and the spread of fire while making a constructive contribution towards a sustainable future. * info@rockfon.co.uk

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

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CPD Focus Karndean Designflooring releases new RIBA accredited CPD British Gypsum CPD promotes best practice in acoustics British Gypsum has launched a new RIBA-approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminar on the fundamentals of building acoustics, sound absorption and reverberation control in residential, public and commercial buildings. The manufacturer of interior lining systems has developed the one-hour Ceiling Solutions for Improved Acoustic Environments seminar in line with feedback from architects and specifiers to outline the various factors that need to be considered when designing an interior environment. The session also touches on the impact of aesthetics, fire safety and air quality, and the latest regulations and requirements affecting specific commercial sectors, such as education and healthcare, and gives an overview of products and systems available. * bradley.giles@bpb.com ( 07778 673893 8 www.ribacpd.com/british-gypsum/01203/overview

Luxury vinyl flooring specialist Karndean Designflooring has released its latest RIBA approved CPD for architects and specifiers looking to consider the elderly and the vulnerable when designing new spaces. Entitled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Inclusive Flooring Design:Where Form and Function Meet Legislationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, the long awaited CPD is set to inform and inspire specifiers designing flooring in environments where the visually impaired, patients with dementia, and the elderly will be present.The curriculum will cover key topics such as reducing the risk of slipping, complying with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and importance of colour contrast and light reflectance values. Importantly, it will introduce guidelines for product selection, maintaining hygienic floors and environmental benefits.

Free CPD Guide to energy labelling regulations Mitsubishi Electric has produced a free, CPDaccredited guide to the new Energy Related Products Directive or ErP (2009/125/EC).The ErP Directive now means that commercial and residential heating products will need to display an energy label, so that consumers can quickly understand the energy efficiency of the products they purchase.The CPD Guide covers both main parts of the ErP: the EcoDesign regulations and the Energy Labelling regulations.The guide explains how the labelling is designed to help businesses and homeowners understand the benefits of each technology and focuses on the importance of ErP in relation to legislation such as the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI).

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Roofshield developed by the A. Proctor Group is a membrane that has a high degree of vapour permeability

Roofshield continues to cover all bases

A history of cold pitched roof construction for houses in the UK has led to a variety of solutions for insulating roof spaces either on the rafters or at ceiling joist level in order to achieve greater energy efficiency.

owever the resulting temperature differential has led to issues of condensation on insulation occurring in the roof space particularly in colder months.The original solution to this was to introduce some low and/or high level natural ventilation in order to allow air to circulate in the roof space. Recently more technological solutions have been developed to address this issue by installing a breathable membrane over the rafters as the roof underlay, which will allow water vapour to escape, however not all membranes are the same. Many manufacturers have gone down the vapour permeable but airtight route, due to the increased drive to create airtight building solutions. Based on film laminated polypropylene technology, these solutions generally only offer moderate vapour permeability and a debate has been running

The 2015 version of the BS5534 Code of Practice for Slating and Tiling has driven the specification of heavier roof membranes like Roofshield

for some time in the industry over whether roofs they are installed in will still suffer from condensation and require ventilating.This has led to a recommendation for a VCL to be used at ceiling level to reduce the moisture load into the roof space when the film based laminates are used as the underlay. As Iain Fairnington,Technical Director of the A. Proctor Group explains, building physics places limitations on the effectiveness of air tight membranes in alleviating condensation in roofs due to their limited vapour permeability: “If you have a big cold roof space, and you have a sudden drop in temperature, you want to have air movement, which is what ventilation provides. People assumed that because they were installing a vapour permeable membrane you didn’t need to ventilate your roof, but in certain circumstances moisture levels were too high or temperatures too cold to allow the vapour to permeate without condensing.” By contrast, Roofshield developed by the A. Proctor Group is a membrane that has a far higher degree of vapour permeability, in fact the highest available, so will still perform in conditions in which air tight alternatives will not. Its credentials were endorsed following a cross-industry Partners In Innovation (PII) study undertaken by Glasgow Caledonian University, which “dispelled a lot of theories around ventilation” says Iain Fairnington. In fact the study, which included the NHBC, found that air permeable as well as vapour permeable membranes such as Roofshield

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would further reduce and inhibit the formation of condensation on the underlay when the roof is unventilated.

Meeting latest standards The 2015 version of the BS5534 Code of Practice for Slating and Tiling is causing a stir in the industry currently, because in addressing wind uplift issues it makes requirements on certain membrane products to be taped at laps. However for the A. Proctor Group it has the benefit of further driving specification of heavier roof membranes like Roofshield. The company has undertaken full third party testing to establish that it is fully compliant with the standard, requiring no tape, and is providing specifications to interested parties on that basis. Before the PII study there had been a lot of resistance to change in the industry, with some unsure as to the case for membranes as a solution to the problem of condensation in roofs in the context of a lack of clarity on whether ventilation was necessary. However it has shown that as an accepted water resistant air and vapour permeable solution which needs no roof ventilation and meets the latest standards, specifiers can be assured that Roofshield offers the simple answers. 8 www.proctorgroup.com * contact@proctorgroup.com ( 01250

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Choose Cavity Trays for cavity wall arched openings A systematic approach of arresting and reducing the flow of water within a cavity wall prior to any change in status of that wall helps balance demands of damp protection measures. In the case of arched openings passing through an exterior cavity wall, protecting against damp ingress is easily achieved using Type BA Barrier Arch Cavitrays. Trays may be used with traditional centring or with curved lintels, and provide arrestment at the lowest possible masonry level prior to the arched opening frame. Where there are multiple arches closely interconnected within a single elevation, the opening (springer) stones converge leaving minimal opportunity for water evacuation between each arch. In such situations consideration should be given to reducing the extent of water gravitating

from the masonry at higher level. So doing can minimise concentrations in and around each arch and likewise minimise the volume needing to be managed and evacuated. This can be particularly important where solid stone piers, mullions or feature stonework are present between arches or where the cavity dimension is impinged. An arresting barrier incorporated at higher level will reduce water wash and gravitational flow and provide opportunity to discharge concentrations out of the structure predominately away from the lower converging features.

Arresting Barriers manufactured by Cavity Trays of Yeovil are available in straight and curved profiles and act as a DPC ‘umbrella’, minimising water concentrations to a specific area. When used in conjunction with approved cavity trays, this balancing approach provides the architect, builder and client with an assured performance build solution. 8 www.cavitytrays.co.uk

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Klober underlay for low pitch roofs

A problem facing designers and builders with extension roofs is existing windows or pipework which limit the pitch. Klober Permo extreme RS SK2 enables profiled tiles to be laid at 12.5° and flat tiles and slates at 15°. The underlay is tear-resistant and has double, self-adhesive strips to provide a permanent seal of laps. Laid on 12mm ply board or OSB sarking board, the underlay is simple to position prior to peeling off the tapes and pressing laps into place. Before counterbattening Klober Butylon Tape is used beneath battens to seal around any nail penetrations. *

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CCF invests in first-rate service

Leading insulation and interior building products distributor CCF has introduced a new range of flat roof products, which includes an extensive choice of membranes and fixings, offering a complete one-stop-shop to contractors and roofing specialists. With the addition of solutions from Kingspan, EcoTherm and ROCKWOOL, plus its already established insulation expertise, customers can save time and money by choosing CCF for all their flat roofing needs. In addition to thermal and acoustic solutions for a wide range of applications CCF has partnered with Building Innovation, offering a complete tapered insulation service. *

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Tiles that sell themselves Completely aware of his options, Michael Kelly, Branch Manager at Fleming Buildbase in Inverness, opted for Redland’s Mini Stonewold in Charcoal Grey for his own home because of the great looking slate and the quality service he knows comes with the product. The detached home required over 3000 Mini Stonewolds for the L-shaped roof with twin dormers, front and back. The Mini Stonewold is a flat concrete slate which can be laid as low as 17.5° and is Redland’s most economical concrete slate with interlocking edges for simple construction, reducing the laid cost of the roof. 8 www.redland.co.uk

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Civic supermarket An elegant, contemporary colonnade clad in Nordic Bronze from Aurubis adds a sense of civic permanence to this city-centre supermarket, taking retail architecture to a new level. On a key route into the heart of Chester, the flagship Waitrose store is fully integrated with a new public realm including a pedestrian bridge across the canal. As part of a master-plan for the area, alignment of

the supermarket and the adjoining walkway enhance views of the historic ‘shot tower’, adding to its role as a landmark. Nordic Bronze was selected at an early design stage for the colonnade and other

facade elements.The building’s designer Matt Brook, Director of architect Broadway Malyan, said: “We wanted to use a material for the expressed frame that would reference the area’s industrial heritage, particularly of metalworking. In addition, the strong, natural colour of the gradually weathering bronze complements the surrounding historic brick and sandstone buildings.” The colonnade and primary structural elements expressed on the exterior of the building are set out on a 7.9m structural grid and clad in sheet Nordic Bronze, with the principal elevations being clad in either perforated Nordic Bronze or glazed with a curtain wall capped with perforated Nordic Bronze fins. Both are set out vertically on a 1.128m grid sub-module of the primary structural grid. Nordic Bronze is produced by Aurubis, part of the world’s leading integrated copper group and largest copper recycler. Other copper alloys include Nordic Brass – now also available pre-weathered – and the innovative Nordic Royal with a long-lasting golden colour. 8 www.aurubis.com/finland/architectural

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New Ronald McDonald House roof in good health

Ronald McDonald House Charities provides free ‘home away from home’ accommodation for the families of young patients being treated in hospital. For the charity’s new-build facility at South Glasgow Hospital Campus, Sika-Trocal has supplied 600m2 of its single ply membranes as part of a high performance waterproofing system that includes a living roof and a series of projecting window pods. For the main roof area, McConnell Roofing applied 500m2 of Sika-Trocal SGmA as part of a complete green roof system comprising vapour control layer, PIR insulation, Sika-Trocal SGmA waterproof covering, Sika-Trocal SBv protection and separation layer, drainage layer and vegetation. *

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All out in the open Leaving timbers exposed, so the charm of natural wood can be enjoyed, has never been more popular. In this example, the client wanted a tongue & groove panelled ceiling with the rafters left exposed. SuperFOIL SF19BB provided an ideal solution for minimising insulation thickness to achieve high thermal requirements of Building Regulations. An innovative high performance insulation and breather membrane in one, SF19BB eliminated the need for additional breather and battens, reducing the required foamboard from 115mm to 65mm, making the install easier and more cost effective. *

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Recticel goes European Leading UK PIR insulation manufacturer Recticel has played host to its second VIP in almost as many weeks. Anthea McIntyre, MEP for the West Midlands, who has an impressive background in business, spent three hours touring Recticel’s 175,000ft2 state-of-the-art factory in Stoke on Trent on September 7th. Her visit came just over two weeks after one by Rob Flello, MP for Stoke on Trent South. Both were hosted by Recticel’s Commercial Director Kevin Bohea but for Mrs McIntyre’s visit he was joined by Chris Hall, CEO of BRUFMA. Like Mr Flello, Mrs McIntyre spent the morning learning about the company’s development and its recent investment in the plant. 8 www.recticelinsulation.co.uk

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RMIG helps transform the Lillebælt landscape More than 3500m2 of perforated metal sheets from RMIG cover the sides and the roof of two industrial buildings as part of an environmental enhancement project. A major project to enhance the countryside and improve the environment in the area around Lillebælt (the strait between the island of Funen and the Jutland peninsula in Denmark), involved the removal of a number of pylons and necessitated the setting up of two cable

transformer stations. The architects at COWI A/S chose perforated metal panels from the RMIG City Emotion programme for the facade and roof of the transformer stations. With RMIG ImagePerf, it was possible to manufacture sheets with a pattern of

varying hole sizes, creating a facade with a light expression that would enable the transformer stations to fit more discreetly into the beautiful rural surroundings where they have been installed. The 3500m2 of perforated metal panels have been manufactured from 3.0mm thick aluminium 5005 EQ and subsequently anodised, giving them an attractive finish and making them durable and more resilient to both the weather and other environmental conditions, such as traffic pollution. The area around Lillebælt is one of Denmark’s most beautiful coastlines and there is no doubt that removing pylons and laying electrical cables underground creates a more harmonious landscape. With the City Emotion programme, RMIG has once again been able to offer innovative technology and materials and to manufacture panels for a facade which is pleasing to the eye, while at the same time focusing on the goal of the project, namely finding environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions. 8 www.rmig.com

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Doors, Windows & Balustrades fitting of kitchen splashbacks and shower screens. To ensure that customers are completely satisfied after making an enquiry, Demon Designs provides a fully comprehensive sales package. Invaluable consultations provide customers with reassurance and input, as all project requirements can be discussed at length. Precise drawings, detailed quotations and technical information are further additions which help to supplement this process in order to ease the client’s peace of mind.

Company expansion

Established in 2011, the refined specialist offers a one-stop service for all glass product requirements

Bespoke offering of glazing solutions Specialising in the provision of bespoke glass design solutions, Demon Designs is renowned for the supplying and fitting of meticulously constructed staircases and balustrades, splashbacks, shop fronts, walk-on glass floors, glass roofs and aluminium curtain walling. Its work also extends to custom-made door solutions, automatic entrances, sliding glass doors, shop fronts and glass canopies.

stablished in 2011, the refined specialist offers a one-stop service for all glass product requirements. It supplies a vast range of flush, individually fabricated double glazed acoustic doors achieving up to 44dB (Rw) acoustic performance, and the promise of bespoke design opportunities means that products can be tailored particularly to accommodate side hung or pivoting versions, self-closing or free swing. “If it’s made of glass we can do it!” commented Dominic Meakins, founder and owner of Demon Designs. “What sets us apart from other companies is our wide range of experience and in-depth product knowledge. Our in-house team each have

over 20 years’ experience, and they have a reputation for design excellence. We have provided design consultancy for a wide range of clients, including some competitors, and you can’t get much better praise than a competitor asking you for advice!” Located in Ford, near Arundel, West Sussex, the business caters for a wide range of clients, from small- and mediumsized building contractors and general builders to domestic customers and large construction companies. The team is happy to take on a variety of different projects; previous jobs have included installing automatic doors at the visually distinctive Walkie Talkie building on Fenchurch Street in Central London, as well as the general

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Growing year on year, Demon Designs has doubled its turnover every year since its establishment in 2011. Continued development and popularity has resulted in the business moving to a larger site. “Due to our success over the last four years, we are expanding into bigger premises to enable more in-house capability,” Dominic explained. “Our new unit (only two doors away from our previous unit) is twice the size, and will feature a dedicated clean-room for manufacturing our flush, double glazed acoustic doors. “These flush, double glazed acoustic doors are our biggest area of expansion at the moment. They provide good sound reducing qualities while still providing the clean glass look that is required in modern offices.We have several standard designs, but also can make bespoke versions to suit our clients’ needs. With our new premises, we will now also be holding stock of standard door sizes, to enable us to provide the fastest turnaround in the industry!” 8 www.demon-designs.co.uk

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Doors, Windows & Balustrades VBH assists in Document Q compliance

Rob Norman, Systems Sales Manager at VBH (GB) explains how VBH makes compliance to Document Q very simple. “From 1st October window and doors installed in new build properties in England and some of those in Wales must comply with the requirements of Building Regulations Approved Document Q,” says Rob. “VBH is producing a selection of Document Q Compliance Packs that will support our fabricating customers in achieving that compliance.There are a number of ways to achieve compliance and VBH can help in choosing the best route, but in short, the windows/doors must be consistently produced to a specification that has been tested to, and passed, the PAS24:2012 security standard or has achieved accredited product performance certification.”

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Sheerframe and CMS target fuel poverty eradication

High performance PVCu windows, supplemented with draught proof doors and external wall insulation, represent the most powerful weapon that social landlords have in the fight against stubborn fuel poverty. That was the message from UK PVCu systems company Sheerframe, and window, door and curtain walling fabricator and installer CMS Window Systems, at the latest seminar in the CMS Technical Masterclass Programme. According to David Strang, Sheerframe’s Key Accounts Director, who presented the seminar, the absence of a joined up strategy to meet the demand for new homes means improving the building fabric of our social housing is the obvious way to help those most at risk from fuel poverty. *

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Powerturn from GEZE makes access for all a breeze Powerturn is an automatic swing door drive that can be used manually thanks to GEZE’s new Smart swing function so that even children and people with restricted mobility can easily open large or heavy doors. Designed with the end user in mind, Powerturn provides architects with a truly flexible design and accessibility solution. It is ideal for use on internal and external doors and is suitable for single or double leaf doors. At just 7cm high, the drive can be mounted on the door or transom and be used to open large or heavy doors, with a leaf weight of up to 600kg (300kg on fire doors) or leaf width up to 1600mm. 8 www.geze.co.uk

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New facade from Schueco has vents that are fully concealed

Levolux delivers a ‘Super’ seven Levolux has delivered one of its largest solar shading solutions for Chiswick Park’s Building 7 in West London.The solution comprises motorised external ‘Super Louvres’, which are linked to an intelligent control system, along with internal Venetian Blinds and Roller Blinds.The solar shading solution applied to Building 7 is quite possibly the largest and most sophisticated that has ever been seen. Each of the horizontal, aerofoil-shaped Fins measures an incredible 1220mm in width and is capable of free-spanning up to 9m.

New from Schueco UK is the FWS 60 CV concealed vent facade, a state-of-the-art aluminium system for floor-to-ceiling ribbon windows where it is not possible to distinguish from the outside which vents open and which vents are fixed. This revolutionary innovation, which also has the added benefit of maximising light transmission through the facade, is achieved by merging the vent with the load-bearing structure. Even from inside, the only indications of an opening unit are a flat slimline shadow gap and the presence of the window handle. Moreover, to ensure safety in use, an almost invisible allglass Juliet balcony can be integrated into the areas which have opening vents. *

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VBH goes Jigless with Roto Designo 2

Hardware specialist VBH has added NT Designo 2 to its range. Designo 2 is the latest concealed hinge ‘Tilt before Turn’ tilt and turn hardware system from the respected German manufacturer Roto-Frank, and replaces the NT R, or Royal, system. Most of VBH’s customers who have been using Royal have now upgraded to Designo 2 and VBH reports that the transition has been smooth. This has been helped by the fact that the main differences between the two systems are in the top and bottom hinge components. All the main ‘locking’ components are unaffected by the change so disruption to fabricators has been kept to an absolute minimum.

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Doors, Windows & Balustrades is supplied by a pneumatic compressor tucked away out of sight in a convenient cupboard or cubby hole and a single compressor can power up to 5 or 6 doors.The capacity of the compressor is selected carefully at the specification stage to accommodate the likely traffic profile (i.e. frequency of use of doors) and the distances involved between the compressor and the doors to be controlled. In fact costs per door leaf decrease significantly as the number of door leaves increases.

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The capacity of the compressor is selected carefully at the specification stage to accommodate the likely traffic profile

Relcross increases portfolio at Harper Adams University

The relationship between Relcross and Harper Adams University goes back a long way with specialist installer Rowsman, the happy intermediary. Since 2008 Rowsman have installed 25 Relcross LCN Auto Equalizers around the campus to provide occasional automatic opening for doors designed primarily for manual operation.

he six latest to be installed are all in the university’s new, and very impressive, Agricultural Engineering Innovation Centre. Harper Adams University recognised that some of its staff and students would struggle to operate some of the doors encountered in the course of their normal daily routines. So, since 2008 it has been steadily installing

LCN Auto Equalizers. These can be activated in a variety of ways including wall mounted push buttons and wheelchair mounted fobs. When activated, the pneumatically powered Auto Equalizer silently pushes or pulls the door open depending on which side of the door it is mounted.After a short delay the integral traditional door closer takes over to close the door and complete the cycle. Power

When activated, the pneumatically powered Auto Equalizer silently pushes or pulls the door open

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An added advantage is reliability and ease of service. A lack of reliance upon micro-processors and (often) complicated electronics means the Relcross Auto Equalizer has much less opportunity for failure. It has been independently tested to over three million full load cycles and requires only occasional, minimal servicing of the compressor, usually with easily available proprietary components. The compressor is almost silent in operation with a noise level of dB (A)/1m 45 – equivalent to a ‘country quiet’ sound level. The extreme reliability of the system is one of its major attractions. Estate Foreman Arthur Broadhurst said: “They are very cost effective and virtually maintenance free whereas electric doors almost always need something replacing at a service.” Some of the doors are fire doors and are in a “hold open” state which is automatically released in the event of a fire alarm. UK Fire Certification is in accordance with BS EN 1634-1:2014 (timber) – 120 minutes. The history of Harper Adams University goes back more than a century. In 1892 a wealthy Shropshire gentleman farmer called Thomas Harper Adams died and bequeathed his considerable estate ‘for the purpose of teaching practical and theoretical agriculture’. The institution developed throughout the 20th century offering a wide variety of agricultural diploma courses progressing to the development of degrees and achieving its own degree awarding powers in 1996.Today Harper Adams University is highly regarded nationally and internationally and was runnerup University of the Year at the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2015. The University Campus is a single site and includes a commercial farm of about 550 hectares involving both arable and livestock enterprises. Its quest for excellence in all activities is equally reflected in everything from academic standards to the quality of the maintenance and facilities management. 8 www.relcross.co.uk

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Around 1800m2 of screed containing Mapei’s Topcem fast-drying hydraulic binder was laid over insulation and underfloor heating

Mapei enhances sustainability of Britain’s greenest services A Mapei decorative floor system has been installed at Gloucester Services Southbound, which is an environmentally-friendly service station on the edge of the Cotswolds.

he main building is constructed from local stone and timber, and features an arched grass-covered roof set to receive BREEAM excellent rating. Three individual Mapei products were specified, alongside porcelain tiles and vinyl sheeting, throughout a 1324m2 area. Designed by AFL Architects, all floor works were carried out by Polished Concrete Designs for main contractor,

Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd. Gloucester Services Southbound is the second phase to the Gloucester Services Northbound known as ‘Britain’s greenest motorway services’. This joint project was delivered by Gloucestershire Gateway Trust and Westmorland Limited (Westmorland Family are also behind Tebay Services in Cumbria). The charity, Gloucestershire Gateway Trust, has already generated income from its

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Northbound service station and will further generate income and support for nearby target communities and charity partners in Gloucestershire and Stonehouse. The site includes extensive landscaping along with electrical vehicle charging stations and capacity to switch to bio-fuel pumps. A farmshop also features at the site, stocked with local produce, in place of fast food outlets. Within the main building, around 1800m2 of screed containing Mapei’s Topcem fast-drying hydraulic binder was laid over insulation and underfloor heating. The screed was then overlaid with Mapei’s Primer SN to provide a key for Mapei’s Ultratop in anthracite, a decorative coloured flooring system designed to give a polished concrete appearance. The petrol station was also completed using Mapei’s Ultratop system, again in Anthracite. Gloucester Services Southbound opened its doors to the public in May 2015, and is located on the M5 Southbound – between junctions 11a and 12. 8 www.mapei.co.uk

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings Bespoke former creates the perfect gradient

Pure Gym, which opened its first site in 2009, is the UK’s largest gym operator offering affordable, no-contract, high quality fitness centres across the country. The company is continually expanding; it recently bought its rival, LA Fitness, and a large number of new gyms are opening in locations all over the UK. On The Level began working with Pure Gym in 2014 and since then has supplied custom formers designed specifically for the drain-off areas around the showers in the changing rooms. These formers range in size up to a huge 3.9 x 1.8m and are covered in non slip vinyl sheet flooring. *

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ROCKFON launches its whitest ceiling tile ever

After years of research and testing with architects and installers, ROCKFON has developed its smoothest, whitest ceiling tile ever, ROCKFON Blanka. ROCKFON Managing Director, Anders Juhl Thomsen explains why they’ve developed a visibly whiter tile: “To take suspended ceilings to the next level, we asked our customers what the ultimate improvement would be to them.The architects said they want a ceiling that combines aesthetics – especially whiteness and smoothness – with technical performance, such as fire resistance and acoustics. Installers and building owners look for simple installation and a long lifecycle. Choosing a ceiling shouldn’t be a trade-off between properties, so we decided to create a ceiling that delivers it all in one tile.” *

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Styccobond F48 provides fantastic results

Stopgap 1100 Gypsum calcium sulphate based smoothing underlayment and Styccobond F48 high temperature grade vinyl adhesive, from F. Ball and Co have been used to secure luxury vinyl floor tiles in a large family kitchen as part of a barn conversion and extension at a farmhouse in Bloxham, Banbury. After conducting a moisture measurement test and determining that the subfloor was dry enough to proceed, contractors from Banbury-based The Carpet and Flooring Company applied Stopgap P121 acrylic primer.This was followed by Stopgap 1100 Gypsum to create a smooth surface over the anhydrite subfloor, ready to receive the Harvey Maria luxury floor tiles. 8 www.f-ball.co.uk

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Second Queen’s Award presentation for Ancon

Polyflor creates uplifting dementia care environment 1700m² of Polyflor’s vinyl flooring was recently used to create a fresh and spacious environment at Cwmgelli Lodge care facility in Blackwood, Wales, a flagship facility designed to positively meet the needs of younger people who have been diagnosed with dementia or cognitive impairment. Wood effect Forest fx PUR sheet vinyl in American Oak was installed throughout the Lodge’s communal areas, circulation spaces, cafe and dining areas as well as bedrooms by Floor Furnishings Ltd of Cardiff. Polysafe Standard PUR safety flooring was also installed to provide sustainable wet slip resistance for residents in en suite bathrooms. 8 www.polyflor.com

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Just three years after its first Queen’s Award for Enterprise presentation in 2012, Ancon Building Products officially received its second award last month at a special ceremony at its manufacturing site in Deeside, North Wales. The 2015 Award, for International Trade, recognises Ancon’s outstanding success in growing sales across new and existing export markets. It follows the company’s previous Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for its ground-breaking Lockable Dowel, a system that has since revolutionised post-tensioned concrete construction. The prestigious award was presented to Ancon by the Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd, Mr Henry George Fetherstonhaugh OBE, on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen. *

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Mapei launches Ultrabond Eco VS90 Plus

Mapei has announced the launch of Ultrabond Eco VS90 Plus to its range of Ultrabond Eco Adhesives. Ultrabond Eco VS90 Plus is a ready to use, light beige paste, which benefits from a fast, strong initial grab, allowing traffic after only 3-5 hours. This universal high temperature acrylic, wet-bed dispersion adhesive, bonds vinyl/rubber sheet and tile, PVC-backed carpet and luxury vinyl tiles with ease. The adhesive can be used with underfloor heating systems. Ultrabond Eco VS90 Plus is extremely easy to apply with good peel strength with high resistant to shear stresses, with the added advantage of being a high temperature adhesive. *

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Wet room wonders from Schlüter-Systems Schlüter-Systems’ extensive range of wet room products offers simplicity, reliability and easy installation within the home. Incorporating the very latest innovations for floor-level showers and wet rooms, Schlüter-Systems provides a fully integrated product suite, including top of the range waterproofing sets, drainage systems, and uncoupling and waterproofing membranes for tiling the walls and floors.

Products including Schlüter-KERDI-LINE are linear drain channel systems which are perfect for the construction of floor level showers and offer a particularly low assembly height. The Schlüter-KERDISHOWER range are pre-sloped shower bases making tiling straightforward and

there are a number of different sizes and dimensions available, providing an ideal substrate for an excellent finish with tile or natural stone. Other products in the range include the Schlüter-KERDI-SHOWER-TB which has been specifically designed for timber substrate environments and the SchlüterKERDI-DRAIN which is a square floor drain system with designer grate options. Schlüter-WETROOM range also boast all-in-one wet room kits, including all the necessary components to provide guaranteed waterproofing solution for walls and floors. Carl Stokes, Divisional Manager at Schlüter-Systems, comments: “The installation of a wet room within the home has never been so easy or more accessible. We have received great feedback from tilers using our kits and the fact that we’ve witnessed such an increase in demand for our wet room range really speaks volumes about the popularity of not just the packs buts the products within our wet room range.” 8 www.schluter.co.uk

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Laying a foundation for beautiful thinking

As part of its campaign to lay ‘A Foundation for Beautiful Thinking’, global modular flooring manufacturer, Interface, has unveiled three global collections influenced by nature’s ability to inspire and energise. Equal Measure, Narratives and Near & Far embrace biophilic design to stunning effect, using subtle, natural analogues to create restorative spaces that help promote well-being, boost productivity and facilitate beautiful work. Designed by David Oakey, a long-time Interface collaborator, and spurred on by the data from the Human Spaces report, which found that natural elements in the workplace increased well-being and creativity by 15%, the new global offerings explore the transition between the great outdoors and interior environments.

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Antron Lumena carpet fibre reveals new colours

INVISTA Antron carpet fibre has revealed 21 new colours in its solution-dyed Lumena yarn, delivering additions to its Standards, Accents and Glimmer palettes. With colours such as onyx, tamarind, artichoke, satsuma orange, pomegranate and bluewood, the new colours benefit from ongoing involvement in trend forecasting, giving manufacturers a formidable choice of colourfast and stain-resistant yarns to create beautiful carpets. Offering exceptional performance across varied commercial environments, Antron Lumena is now available in 230 colours in 1385dtex, with 45 TruBlend and six glimmer options, and in 140 colour in 994dtex including 13 glimmer options to give maximum creative scope while remaining easy to maintain and hardwearing. *

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Heradesign creates peace and serenity Emsworth Baptist Church has a new building on the edge of a conservation area in Hampshire.The church has a modern, minimalist interior with flexible, multi-function spaces. Haverstock, designer and architect of the project, specified Heradesign ceilings from Knauf AMF throughout the building to help fulfil two criteria as they explained: “Creating a simple design for the church interior was one of our main objectives.The Heradesign panels work in harmony with the finished look we wanted.They also help to control the reverberation times in the open areas.” For the church, the architect chose Heradesign in its natural colour which fits with the minimalist style of the interior. 8 www.amfceilings.co.uk

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KARNDEAN TALKS: DA VINCI RP94 s

Enhancing the range with a ‘modern twist’, the updated collection features 12 new wood colours inspired by reclaimed materials and the aging processes applied.

RP100 s

Striking colour variation from plank to plank with our Acacia and Scorched Oak designs.

Traditional and clean-lined styles available in three shades of light to mid-brown Oak.

Four striking lime washed finishes in soft muted tones inspired by natural fibres and textures.

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Reclaimed and sea salt worn features are mimicked in our two driftwood planks.

If you’re out on site with a customer why not use our new augmented reality app to demonstrate what their floor could look like right there and then. The app lets you select and view different floors in the space of your choice and take images to share and compare. See www.karndean.com/app for more details.

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Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms

True quality never shouts There are many things in life worth making a noise about. Yet there are others that deserve the simplicity of silence, preferring to earn its appreciation without making a sound. A Sylan washroom is one of those. Take Amwell’s pivot hinge. Here it is ensured the heavyweight door has two rock-solid anchor points – one in the headrail and the other on the foot of the pilaster. Hidden completely from view inside the headrail, Amwell’s adjustable spring and damper capsule controls the speed of the door and closes it beautifully. At ground level, an unseen stainless steel bearing raceway smoothly

glides the door to a soft and silent close. A rounded heel detail on the door ensures a totally flush line, with no visible hinge in the closed position. Just as discreet, the headrail can be fixed to within 10mm of the ceiling – so privacy is never compromised. That attention to detail, that sense of luxury, doesn’t stop on the outside of Sylan

– it continues past the door as well. Amwell’s fixings are completely invisible, hidden within seamless joints that will not rattle and will not move about.You’ll never know they’re there, but they will support the whole system; strong yet silent. All these components are tested to a minimum of 100,000 cycles before they’re approved. It’s a dedication to getting the details not just right, but perfect, that means a silent, unrushed feeling every time. And that speaks volumes about Sylan. 8 www.amwell-systems.com

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High performance Bushboard Nuance laminate wallpanels

Bushboard’s Nuance range of bathroom laminate wall panels are totally waterproof and unique in being suitable for wetrooms, as well as shower enclosures and around baths. Nuance panels are totally water-impervious as they are not made from wood, like other brands, but from a patented polyurethane core board. Add to that a high performance laminate, easy installation with Bushboard’s customised waterproof and sealant and the result is a stylish panelling alternative to tiles that is guaranteed for 15 years. Another unique feature is that the panels can be jointed and finished without any extrusions, creating a seamless and visually superior look. *

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A fresh interpretation of water control What if individual control elements could be eliminated to make room for an uncluttered shower experience? Axor has worked on an answer to this question with the London-based design duo Barber & Osgerby. Axor One – the brand’s first all-in-one interactive shower control element – is a masterpiece of intuition, a confident, and yet unobtrusive statement in the shower. Generously proportioned, but fascinatingly clean, it is a focal point for the senses – a haven of tranquility in tomorrow’s shower space. Axor One will be available in the UK from January 2016. *

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Glamorous Victoria joins RAK’s Tile Collection A new polished ceramic wall tile range has joined RAK’s Tile Collection.Victoria includes a plain ivory and matching decor tile, that can be used in combination to create a stunning aesthetic.The range is ideal for design-led bathroom schemes, where it also provides a host of practical benefits. Both Victoria designs measure 40 x 80cm and have a high gloss finish.The decor design has an ivory floral motif with a muted gold background; it creates a very opulent look and can be used to form horizontal or vertical feature strips alongside the plain ivory design. Practical features include exceptional resistance to water and stains, abrasion, impact and fire. 8 www.rakceramics.co.uk

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Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Rise and fall table at the heart of the home When a dining table needs wheelchair access from all sides, Indivo from Pressalit Care helps keep the kitchen at the heart of the home. The free standing, rise and fall table frame from Indivo brings much needed flexibility to an accessible kitchen or dining room, enabling all members of the family to eat together in comfort.

Safely and easily adjusted to suit all those sitting around it, the table frame has a height variation of up to 300mm, and is operated either with a neat turn handle that fastens underneath when not in use, or alternatively

with a colour coded electric switch. “Being able to sit round a table together to eat or prepare a meal can be an important part of family or a community’s daily routine,” says Andrew Lowndes, UK Sales Manager at Pressalit Care.“The Indivo table frame has been designed for both flexibility and practicality, and sits well in any contemporary style kitchen.” The stable and secure free-standing table frame, accompanied by a table top of choice, benefits from the Indivo lifter mechanism that is also used for rise and fall wall-mounted work surfaces and wall cupboards to create a fully accessible and flexible kitchen. For use with most standard types of worktop and wall cupboard, Indivo lifters are easy to install, either in a new build, or when retrofitting. The Indivo lifters allow worktops and units to be safely raised and lowered to suit individual needs; worktops can move vertically, while wall cupboards can adjust both vertically and forwards with the simple press of a button. Indivo units are ideal for communal kitchens where people of differing physical ability are working together, or in individual or private home adaptations. 8 www.pressalit.com

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The perfect finishing touch to contemporary bathrooms

As part of its 2015 product update,Twyford has added three new slim-line mirror cabinets to its popular e100 range which match its new 500mm, 550mm and 600mm vanity units.The stylish cabinets are available now and are backed by a two-year guarantee.The cabinets are designed with features to optimise storage within a space-saving footprint, while offering a quality product at entry-level pricing.The narrow 179mm projection of the cabinets means that they do not impinge on the washbasin space. A folddown door under the mirror provides extra storage and doubles as a useful shelf with everything at eye-line for easy access. *

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Carron Phoenix’s Adelphi sink offers designer flushmount style

Carron Phoenix’s Adelphi stainless steel sink combines a fashionably low-profile design for semi-flushmount looks with easy installation. It offers an easy way to enhance the style and quality feel of a kitchen while making the budget stretch further. Adelphi has a low, flat profile edge that sits just 1.8mm, literally the thickness of the stainless steel, on the worksurface. It’s compatible with all worksurface materials including granite, solid surface or quartz and is especially popular with laminate worksurfaces, where it creates designerstyle streamlined looks but with very simple fitting. The Adelphi range features a fashionable straight drainer pattern with a recessed sloping drainer that enables water to run away easily. *

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IDS adds two new Sparkle finishes to its Basix range

Responding to market demand for sparkle finishes, IDS has added two new finishes, Red Sparkle and Purple Sparkle, to its Basix PVC panelling range for ceilings and walls. Basix offers a value-led alternative to tiling and laminate that’s easy to install and cost effective, while delivering great design flexibility and performance. Basix now offers 20 options including marble, pearlescent flecked and woodgrain designs, with both high gloss and matt textures available. The PVC panelling is an ideal material for a demanding bathroom environment, being robust, non-porous, mould-free and easy to clean with a simple wipe down. 8 www.idsurfaces.co.uk

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Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms Duravit replicates coveted look and feel of stone Portaloo launches new washroom specification guide Portaloo, part of the Portakabin Group, has launched a new guide to help facilities and estates managers specify toilets and washrooms for people with disabilities, including those who are unable to use standard accessible toilets. Mark Fielding, Regional Manager at Portaloo, says: “Our team has a wealth of expertise in the provision of accessible and fully accessible toilet and washroom facilities.This new guide shares that knowledge and experience to help raise awareness of the key specification considerations and encourage more organisations to provide accessibility in the built environment – from public services and transport to leisure and sport.” 8 www.portaloo.co.uk/accessible-guide * (

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The new Stonetto shower tray from Duravit has been made using DuraSolid Q – an innovative ‘stone’ material with the look and feel of stone. Duravit has brought this natural wonder to the bathroom by collaborating with the designer trio EOOS. Thanks to its non-slip properties, DuraSolid Q offers class B slip-resistance without any additional coating, ensuring safe showering. Stonetto is available in the typical stone colours White, Beige and Anthracite, with tiny speckles that reinforce the natural appearance. *

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New sales agent for Mereway and Trend Bathrooms

Mereway Bathrooms has announced that Geoff Cockcroft has been appointed to represent both Mereway and Trend Bathrooms in the South East region. Geoff has extensive sales experience in the sector and is delighted to welcome Mereway and Trend Bathrooms into his sales portfolio. He says: “It is a pleasure to be working with such a well-respected company that is recognised for its outstanding levels of customer service and quality.” Tony McNeally, national sales and marketing manager at Mereway adds: “I am delighted to have someone of Geoff’s calibre representing the Mereway brand. His experience and contacts in business will be invaluable in the development of our business in the South East.” * info@merewaybathrooms.co.uk

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Renson louvre panels for student accommodation Good air quality is crucial for students to keep focused during studying, in the end achieving better results. Therefore, all 419 student rooms of the project Paul St. East in Shoreditch feature their own ventilation unit. The duct of the system is connected to a louvre panel on top of every window in the building. For this application in 12-24 Paul Street, the project team of Renson Fabrications developed a special solution, which combines a glazed-in louvre panel type 414 with a 150mm thick insulation panel

to the rear with duct plenum. For accurate connection of the ventilation duct, the insulation panel was equipped with a duct opening during assembly for on-site connection. When no

duct needs to be connected, the insulating back panel was installed fully closed, providing the required thermal resistance. “We were looking for a specific solution for this application and Renson Fabrication was able to develop and manufacture a customised solution for us,” says Sean Keenan at FK Construction. “By integrating these glazed-in louvre panels with special insulation on every window of a building, we could not only take care of ventilation and thermal resistance, but also add an additional architectural dimension to the facade of the building.” UK-based manufacturer Renson Fabrications, with a production facility in Maidstone, develops and manufactures a wide range of products and systems, including window ventilators, louvres and continuous louvre systems. The company provides standard as well as customised solutions to the construction market. 8 www.rensonuk.net * info@rensonuk.net (

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Reznor provides bespoke engineered heating solution

Speedheat rises to a chilly challenge

Keeping warm in temperatures that can plunge to -50°C in the long, dark winters is not a choice for the team on the South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) IV research station. It’s a matter of survival.The electricity supply is powered by diesel generators, and any waste heat from these goes into heat exchangers to provide most of the warmth to the inside of the modules. But this method of heating is difficult to control so, as part of a renovation project, Speedheat’s advanced floor heating system has been chosen to provide supplementary, thermostatically-controlled warmth in two of the two-storey modules. 8 www.speedheat.co.uk * (

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Most heating specifications are fairly straightforward however some engineered solutions require heaters to be tailored for specific purposes, which was the case for clothing company ASOS. A unique heating system was required to guarantee a consistently comfortable working environment for staff in ASOS’s 52,000ft2 warehouse in Hemel Hempstead. As with all multi level mezzanine systems there were concerns that heat from the lower level would rise to the top causing the top level to be too warm, whilst leaving the bottom level under heated. Reznor was able to provide the ideal solution using its innovative Air Mix system. *

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Vent-Axia offers heating solutions for gas-free homes Sussex-based Vent-Axia now offers a range of electric heating options that are proving ideal for those living off the mains gas grid. Many homes with electric heating use manual storage heaters, which can be inefficient and impractical to use. But now there is a new breed of modern electric heating systems that are cost effective to install, easy to use and cheaper to run.What is key to this next generation of electric heating is not only do these products offer greater flexibility to households since they quickly warm a room providing almost instant comfort, but technological developments now mean their accurate controls ensure they are more energy efficient than ever before. *

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Zehnder ZIP radiant ceiling panels offer many benefits which contribute to creating a comfortable, healthy and energy-efficient indoor climate. Its lightweight construction makes Zehnder ZIP a perfect fit for refurbishment projects, facilitating ease of handling and installation. Proving both cost effective and responsive in operation; Zehnder ZIP radiant panels are ideally suited to rooms with high ceilings, such as production halls and warehouses, workshops, sports halls, garages, showrooms, maintenance halls and wet environments. For full product information, download the Zehnder ZIP Planning document from: www.zehnder.co.uk T: 01276 605 800 E: enquiries@zehnder.co.uk

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Brett Landscaping gives premium image to hotel The clean, modern lines of Lugano flag paving from Brett Landscaping have helped to bring a suitably impressive flavour to the exterior landscaping at a new hotel, part of the Ageas Bowl Cricket Stadium in Southampton. The prestigious development is a major investment on the South Coast, built by Southampton Developments for Ageas Bowl owner and Hampshire County Cricket Club chairman Rob Bransgrove. With ambitions to become an Ashes Test Match ground by 2019, it is critical that the site achieves the right aesthetic appearance. This is equally true for the hotel, whose entrance needed to match the opulence of the world-famous hotel brand as well as complementing the wider area encompassed by the Bowl.The hotel is built into the curve of the stadium and offers extensive conference and wedding facilities in addition to accommodation. It was with these factors in mind that Brett Landscaping was specified by the landscape architect, Isabeau Meyer-Graft of Johns Associates, following extensive

research. “I looked at various suppliers and Brett offered the right product, in terms of sizes and finishes and price,” she explains. “The customer support was also excellent, with Brett happy to talk me through all of the options to find the most appropriate paving solution.” The chosen product was the Lugano flag paving range, whose textured surface and colour helps to create a cool, contemporary looking urban space around the hotel entrance. With a high level of slip resistance as well as exceptional durability, Lugano also meets the functional requirements in an area with a high volume of pedestrian traffic. 8 www.brettpaving.co.uk

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Portakabin Group awarded UK’s largest ever off-site education contract

The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham has awarded what is believed to be the largest ever off-site contract in the education sector, to the Portakabin Group – a £44m project to deliver an innovative three-school campus.The 23,000m2 Riverside Schools scheme is one of the largest school projects now under construction and will provide additional places for one of the fastest-growing school-age populations in the UK. Constructed using a Yorkon off-site solution for the curriculum areas, the scheme will accommodate a 10form entry secondary school a 630-place primary school, a special educational needs (SEN) school and a nursery. It will also offer extended provision outside school hours. *

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Builder scoops third place at UK Worker of the Year Awards Rebecca Rowlands, 37, a builder from Chapel-en-leFrith in Derbyshire, has finished third in this year’s UK Worker of the Year competition, scooping £1000 in holiday vouchers. Rebecca attended Brands Hatch over the weekend, along with five other finalists vying to become UK Worker of the Year, a competition run by globally recognised workwear brand Dickies. Rebecca was beaten to the award by homicide case worker Katie Washbourne and railway engineer Paul Middleton, who finished first and second respectively. Rebecca runs a modern day building company called Oakfield Home Improvements. Her job involves a variety of different tasks, including helping install stone roofs on 150 year-old buildings. *

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Service taken to a new level As spiral staircases go through a renaissance and architects and developers alike identify the benefits in new builds, Kallisto, the precast concrete spiral and helical staircase division of Milbank Concrete Products, offers customers an exclusive full service, tailored to suit the individual needs of domestic and commercial developments. Based at its dedicated production facility in Essex, Kallisto prides itself on working closely with architects, engineers and designers to achieve stunning, durable pre-cast spiral and helical staircase solutions and has been commissioned for installations in some of the most prestigious properties in the UK. 8 www.milbank.co.uk

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Building Elements Metal Technology products bring Bradstowe House vision to life

Products from Metal Technology have been instrumental in delivering aesthetic and building performance objectives in the new build mixed-use development, Bradstowe House in Harrow. Metal Technology’s System 17 capped high rise curtain walling was central to creating this finish.Two products from the Metal Technology suite have also been included in the scheme. The high performance, thermally enhanced System 5-35Hi+ tilt-and-turn windows and System 5-20DHi+ doors, which, through the use of bespoke thermal gaskets, cellular foams and polyamide thermal isolators, offer impressively low U values that can not only meet but exceed current building control thermal requirements. *

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DuPont Corian from CD UK makes a stylish entrance

CD UK has supplied DuPont Corian to the reception area of a multi-let office building in Soho, London. Fabricator Clarke Rendall worked to a design that required ultimate flexibility for a seamless monolithic 4.1m thermoformed reception desk in ‘Glacier White’ Corian, featuring conical end profiles, 2.2m acute angled return and a sculpted counter top with integral storage and data communications points. Additional seating in the reception area comprised two 2m bespoke tapered kidney shaped sofa units also finished in thermoformed ‘Glacier White’ Corian with conical profiles. Soft seating tops were wrapped in ‘Melrose Pumpkin’ fabric for extra impact. *

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Countdown begins for 2016 TTA Awards The 2016 TTA Awards will be held on Saturday 14th May.The prestigious Awards will recognise the cream of the industry’s people, projects and products across 18 categories. Sponsorship packages will again provide a perfect opportunity for companies to give their brand pride of place at the industry event of the year. Packages include a large number of benefits, including complementary tickets, numerous Awards night branding opportunities, extensive post-event PR and the chance to present an award at the event. Awards entries will be open soon at the dedicated 2016 TTA Awards website with a closing date of 31st December. 8 www.ttaawards.com

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Mumford & Wood brings light to newbuild

LivingCom partners with Sky

Sky has teamed up with LivingCom, a subsidiary of CableCom Networking servicing the private rental market, to offer residents a package of high quality digital TV services. From today, it will be offering residents a package which includes LivingCom’s high speed broadband and the full range of Sky TV services, including Sky+HD and Sky Go, free for 6 months (based on the customer signing a 12 month contract). A tailored Pre-Arrival Registration facility will enable homeowners to benefit from instant access to the broadband from LivingCom and Sky TV service as soon as they move into their new home.

Traditional-style timber windows and doors from the Conservation range by Mumford & Wood have been specified for an impressive new-build property in the much sought after village of Danbury in Essex.The property follows a classic, traditional design suited to the surrounding architecture and required a sympathetic design of fenestration. A coordinated collection of double glazed Conservation products have been incorporated in this property including casement windows; full and part-glazed French doorsets; stunning four-leaf, non-bar, bi-folding doors which truly link the house and garden and a traditional and beautifully crafted solid timber entrance door with a part-glazed inner porch door for extra warmth and security. *

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Fresh shades added to new Polysafe Wood fx collection

Polyflor has announced the relaunch of its popular Polysafe Wood fx PUR sheet vinyl safety flooring with the addition of brand new high clarity wood effect designs. Building on the established success of the classic designs within Polyflor’s Wood fx range, a new series of six on-trend wood styles have been introduced, some featuring a wider plank format for more contemporary look.The fresh additions to Polyflor’s enlarged collection of 12 Wood fx designs are Oiled Oak, Sun Bleached Oak, Roasted Limed Ash,Tropical Pine, Aged Oak and Nero Oak.Wood fx is suitable for heavy commercial areas, including healthcare, education, housing, retail, leisure and office environments.

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GW Clark’s brief was to ensure that the staircase appeared to have glass seamlessly pouring out of the Walnut

James Latham helps create superb staircase The UK’s biggest independent timber and panel product distributor, James Latham, has supplied 2.2m3 of Super Prime Walnut for the construction of an elegant staircase, which is now the focal point of a luxury new build residential property in Louth at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds.

he Super Prime Walnut was specifically chosen for its wonderful warm appearance to complement the striking panes of glass on the staircase which were selected to create the sense of open space. Lincs Design Consultancy (LDC) were commissioned by the owner of the property to design this luxury home and were briefed to create and build a contemporary and luxurious dwelling. The leading, multi-discipline Louth

The staircase received a lacquered finish rather than oiled as the lacquer is harder wearing and easier to maintain and keep clean

consultancy specialise in creating synergy between architecture, planning and sustainability so they were the perfect choice for this project. A key part of the design brief – set by LDC and led by Associate, Chris Burkitt – was to construct a contemporary house with outstanding joinery features. GW Clark Joinery of Hull was appointed to focus on the installation of the staircase and after two weeks of meticulous bespoke carpentry, which demonstrated phenomenal craftsmanship, they produced this stunning centrepiece to the home. GW Clark’s brief was to ensure that the staircase appeared to have glass seamlessly pouring out of the Walnut, with all the joints and aluminium being completely concealed. The result more than achieved this and they also used a lacquered finish rather than oiled as the lacquer is harder wearing and easier to maintain and keep clean. In addition, they clad the staircase with the same Walnut planks but decided against matching nosing as they wanted to create a rustic floating appearance.

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Richard Clark, owner of GW Clark Joinery, chose James Latham to supply the Walnut and said: “We needed to find a company that we could rely on to provide high quality products and adhere to our timescales. I’ve worked with James Latham for many years and for us they were the natural choice. As well as providing the material on time they were also on hand to offer technical support and knowledge as and when we required.” Mitch Jackson, Timber Sales Representative at James Latham Leeds said: “This stunning staircase is a great example of how Super Prime Walnut can be incorporated into a project to create a high quality luxurious finish. We are delighted with the end result which looks amazing and we are looking forward to working with GW Clark on future projects.”

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Sadolin launches new online product help videos Premium woodcare brand Sadolin is keeping specifiers in the picture with a series of videos that bring to life the attributes of its ranges. Keeping abreast of innovation, 27 videos have been created highlighting each Sadolin product range. Lasting approximately one minute long, each video introduces the product, explains where it can be used, highlights the key features and benefits, and finally shows how wonderful wood can look after Sadolin has been applied. The videos can be accessed either by the Sadolin Woodcare YouTube channel, or are sited on each relevant product page on the Sadolin website. QR codes on various items of Sadolin communication material provide quick links to the videos as well. For example in

the Sadolin colour cards, available in both the trade and retail areas, a QR code on each product page will direct you to the relevant video to bring the product to life, and help educate those unsure about which product is right for their particular project. Sharon Smith, Sadolin Brand Manager, said: “It was quite an undertaking producing 27 individual product videos, but we think they will really help our customers. They bring the products to life and help people make the right decisions about which woodcare product to buy in a quick, engaging and informative way.

“We pride ourselves on creating the very best in wood protection products, drawing on more than 200 years of innovation to offer customers the widest range of commercial and trade solutions. “By demonstrating our products in this manner we continue to set out our innovative position in the marketplace, enhancing the selection process and experience of the brand for specifiers.” 8 www.crownpaintspec.co.uk

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Supporting the safe arrival of New Street Station project

A five year journey supported by Nationwide Platforms reached its destination on 20th September 2015 with the opening of New Street Station in Birmingham. Nationwide Platforms has been working with Network Rail’s delivery partner and principal contractor – Mace – to provide powered access equipment for the project, called the Birmingham Gateway development.With health and safety excellence a vital element of the project, Nationwide Platforms has used it to spearhead the introduction of new products designed to enhance safety and powered access productivity. These include the SkySiren secondary guarding system and the SkySentry fleet management and unauthorised access system. * marketing@nationwideplatforms.co.uk

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Waterproofing simplified with Remmers Multi-Tight 2K Multi-Tight 2K is a new, flexible, mineralbased waterproofing product which has all the performance properties of older technology polymer-modified thick bitumen emulsions, whilst being ‘bitumen free’. Using unique rubber granulate filler technology Multi-Tight 2K has a crackbridging capacity which is five times more effective than standard flexible mineral-based waterproofing systems. The versatility of the product allows it to be used to waterproof below ground externally and internally offering excellent resistance to ground or water pressure as well as frost and salts. *

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Senior extends PURe range with new doors

Following on from the success of its thermally advanced PURe window system, fenestration designer and manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems is once again set to break the mould with the launch of its innovative new PURe door range. Senior’s latest product innovation was well received when it was previewed at The Build Show in October 2015 and interest is only expected to increase in the run up to the official launch of the new PURe door system in early 2016. Available as folding sliding, inline sliding, lift and slide, single and double patio door options, the new patent-pending PURe range features the pioneering use of an enhanced thermal barrier manufactured from expanded polyurethane foam. 8 www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk

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Building Elements glazed units from the inside out, pressed the elements using clamps, filled them with inert gas and sealed them. It was all amazingly simple, as the glass and spacers had been processed to a high degree of precision.” The job of the installers from Mglass Objektbau in Steyregg was somewhat more fraught with difficulty.With the aid of a crane, they fitted the 10 weighty elements into the supporting structure of the facade and anchored them in place into their frames with plaster strips and rolled aluminium trims. Robert Kaiser, Head of Controlling and authorised signatory at Ensinger Sintimid, is delighted with the new building. After only 12 months of construction, the company was able to move into the building on schedule.

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By creating a quarter turn, the glazed facade entices guests into the building

Thermix does the rounds

Rounded edges are gaining increasing popularity in modern architecture. At the new location of Ensinger Sintimid in Austria, this look was used to create a special ambience in the entrance area.

y creating a quarter turn, the glazed facade entices guests into the building, which sports a white and silver grey theme in keeping with the global company’s corporate design colours. “The linear contours which are a distinguishing feature of the building in Seewalchen have been deliberately softened in the entrance area,” explains Michael Frey, the CEO of Architects Schmelzle + Partner.“In terms of styling, this has created a curve linking the world of sophisticated high technology and the people whose special expertise in high performance plastics is used here to develop specially tailored solutions for customers.”

Bending the rules The curved facade elements were produced by Wenna Glass in Linz. Every pane measuring 2126mm in length and between 845 and 1940mm in height was precisely curved to the required radius of 2635mm using a special hot bending technique. But there was a question mark over the process from the start – how to further process the Thermix brand warm

edge spacers specified by the client to fit the triple insulating glass? Although these spacers can be bent when cold to produce frames, they are considered “rigid” as they have been used to date predominantly for flat insulating glass. Ensinger itself came up with some expert advice. After all, the German sister company has been producing and further developing Thermix since 1994. “We checked this using a simple bending process,” explains application engineering specialist Heinz Raunest. “It’s actually sufficient to use a good manual roll former. With a few minor adjustments the plastic profiles can be precisely adapted to the required radius without any folds. The material with its integrated stabilizing wires stays reliably in shape.”

Overall, Ensinger Sintimid has invested over €5m in its Seewalchen location, setting a course for further growth. A workforce of around 40 currently handles and produces semi-finished products, finished parts and compounds made of high-performance plastics, which are used in a wide range of industries the world over, in particular in the aerospace sector, in electronics and semi-conductor production, mechanical engineering and the automotive industry. “We now have twice as much space available as before.Thanks to the energyefficient construction method used, we also anticipate a significant reduction in operating costs per square metre,” says Robert Kaiser. “Heat pumps enable surplus heat from production to be used for heating.The facade is highly insulating, with the flat and curved triple ISO elements providing a thermal transmission coefficient of just 0.89 W/m2K. This new building really does have all-round benefits for Ensinger, for the workforce, the customers and also the environment.” 8 www.thermix.de/en

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Simply adjustable “We were able to then fill the pre-bent profiles in the customary way using adsorbent, apply butyl tape and assemble them to form frames using corner keys,” adds Gregor Wenna, CEO of the curved insulating glass specialist. “We then built up the triple

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Building Elements

Smart refurbishment solution for art deco hall Situated at the heart of the village of Silver End, Essex, an art deco village hall has been completely renovated. The project included the installation of new Alitherm Heritage windows from Smart Architectural Aluminium. Designed to be the social hub of the village, the hall, which is the largest in the UK, originally boasted a dance floor, cinema, library, snooker room and health clinic. Today it is home to a wide range of

activities, including a pre-school, a children’s centre and a social club. Since it was first built in the 1920s, every original and replacement window in Silver End has been of steel manufacture,

however, Smart’s Alitherm Heritage range has now been installed to recreate the original 1920s window style using an aluminium system, while at the same time delivering improved thermal performance. Supplied in a polyester powder-coated aged-white finish for this refurbishment, Alitherm Heritage has proven to be an energy efficient alternative to steel windows in a range of projects across the UK, where like-for-like replacements are required for heritage schemes. The system’s thermally-broken windows are ideal for sensitive planning areas and for renovation and refurbishment projects, and with a ‘B’ Window Energy Rating, they deliver the perfect combination of elegant aesthetics and outstanding thermal performance. With a complementary door range, Alitherm Heritage products are available in either single or dual polyester powder coated finishes, with the windows having been weather tested in accordance with BS6375: Part 1.

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Impressive installation of REHAU Polytec 50 curtain walling Specialist installer SEH Commercial has just completed its first major installation using the REHAU Polytec 50 composite curtain walling system.The Suffolk-based company has successfully installed a 20m high replacement curtain walling section across the common stairwell area in the high profile eight storey, 1960s Greenlaw Court apartment block in Ealing,West London. Successfully tested to the tough CWCT standards for weather performance and Passivhaus certified and approved, the REHAU Polytec curtain walling matches the aesthetics of the steel curtain walling which was in place previously, but offers much improved thermal performance and minimal requirements for maintenance. *

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New Schueco system is Passive House certified

The continuing drive by Schueco to combine the slimmest possible face-widths with the highest possible thermal performance is demonstrated by the UK launch of the Schueco FWS 35 PD Panorama Design facade system. This aluminium facade has a uniquely slim face-width of just 35 mm, yet the SI version is officially certified by the Passive House Institute with a Ucw value of 0.79 W/m2K.The system is ideally suited for low-rise, high-end residential and commercial projects. Importantly, Schueco AWS windows, including those with TipTronic automated operation, can be integrated easily where necessary, for ventilation. Alternatively, Schueco AWS 114 SG.SI slimline outward-opening top-hung windows or parallel-opening windows can be fitted. *

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‘Grand slam’ for Lomax + Wood Made-to-order timber windows and doors from the Kensington & Chelsea range by Lomax + Wood have been specified for a high specification new build Georgianstyle villa in fashionable Lancaster Gardens, Wimbledon. Elegant 4-over-6 double glazed Kensington & Chelsea spring balance sash windows add to the traditional appeal of this property. Windows in the front facade are of floor to ceiling height proportion and feature laminated glass.The properties also feature a traditional solid timber entrance door with six insulated raised and fielded panels, crowned with a classic elegant fanlight allowing maximum light to filter into the entrance hall. 8 www.lomaxwood.co.uk

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Building Elements Hauraton specified at Oldham Academy North

2015 Grand Final declared a success!

“The Final was excellent. Our playing partners were friendly and played very well. The whole day was an enjoyable experience and the course was amazing. Definitely competing next year,” said Steve Mitchell, Alan Buchan Contractors, having won the Golf Classic 2015 Grand Final with his partner Ken Mathieson, Architect. The Grand Final took place on 2nd October at the spectacular Marriott Forest of Arden. Nearly 1000 entrants took part in this year’s countrywide competition. Teams secured their place in the Final by winning six rounds of knock out golf played regionally. Finalists and sponsors played the prestigious course, followed by a gala dinner, prize presentation and overnight stay. 8 www.thegolfclassic.co.uk

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The new Oldham Academy North, designed by architectural practice Aedas Architects, is a spacious and colourful three-storey building set in sensitively landscaped grounds. With the site being quite flat, and the building surrounded by paved and asphalted surfaces, it was essential rainwater is drained effectively.A Hauraton RECYFIX PRO 100 channel system, fitted with FIBRETEC C250, 9mm slot gratings, was used by groundwork sub-contractor Westoak Construction to drain the paved playgrounds and asphalted car parks.The channels were also installed along parts the building’s facade and across entrance doors to facilitate drainage. *

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Saracen celebrates its first foray into fitness and leisure property

Workplace consultant, Saracen Interiors has completed its first official fitness and leisure contract for The Wellbeing Space, a yoga, pilates and therapy centre based in Farnham. The £85,000 complete fit out project was awarded based on the commitment and professionalism demonstrated by Saracen in the early stages of the tender process and the company’s creative space planning, which maximised the use of all available space, including the basement area.The project included all design and fit out works from the carrying out of extensive surveys and detailed space planning to the complete redesign, fit out and refurbishment of the building on Lion & Lamb Way. *

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British Gypsum helps industry specify for success The British Gypsum White Book System Selector enables building designers and specifiers to quickly identify solutions that meet project requirements, and download all related documentation, including BIM files and .dwg CAD files. Originally launched in early 2014, the tool has recently been further developed to give construction professionals an improved way to specify the best solutions for each of their projects. The revised portal now includes new features, including a ‘My Projects’ area, which allows users to create project profiles and then attribute appropriate system solutions. This enables relevant system information for a specific construction project to be retrieved on subsequent uses of the tool. *

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New animated installation video for the Helifix Dixie micro-pile

Helifix has created a new animation which shows step by step installation procedures for its versatile Dixie micro-pile.The animation clearly demonstrates how these high performance micro-piles can be used either to stabilise existing buildings that are suffering from subsidence or to help form secure and level foundations for new constructions. The well proven and technically advanced Dixie micro-pile is backed by International Code Council (ICC) certification and conforms to AC358, the International Standard for helical foundation underpinning systems. Dixie micro-piles combine with the Helibeam masonry stabilisation system to provide a complete structural repair solution which economically and sympathetically restores full structural integrity. *

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Galvanizing used for urban regeneration

Worksop Galvanizing, part of Wedge Group Galvanizing, has partnered with Caunton Engineering, to galvanize over 750 tonnes of steel for the redevelopment of Neath Town Centre.The plant galvanized structural steel used to construct a new 600 space multistorey car park and a 24,000ft2 retail unit, as part of the first phase of redevelopment of the shopping district. Steven Waterhouse, Divisional Director at Caunton Engineering, said: “We have worked with Worksop Galvanizing previously and knew the size of the galvanizing bath was able to accommodate the 16m long beams which formed the main structure of the car park.” 8 www.wedge-galv.co.uk

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Zaun Fencing

Zaun exports British security to French prison British high security fencing manufacturer Zaun has exported its expertise across the Channel to secure a prison in the north of France. Zaun supplied almost 1000m of its original HiSec security fencing with the popular ‘358’ welded mesh configuration to repel would-be intruders and keep residents secure within. The system attributes make it an excellent solution for high security applications, reflecting in its use by the Home Office for UK prisons. But unusually for the Longuenesse prison in the Pas-de-Calais department in northern France, the fencing is powder-coated white. It gives the prison a more relaxed feel to comparable English institutions.

Olympic legacy leads to development of grating fencing Striking new fencing installed at Olympic legacy venues has been launched by perimeter fencing

manufacturer Zaun.The Grata grating fence solution has been used at two sites on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park – the ArcelorMittal Orbit and the former hockey venue at Eton Manor, now transformed into the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre. Zaun has designed a mesh grating system that can be suitably adapted to a variety of applications. The grating fence system consists of a combination of bearing bars and filler control bars running in both directions that are pressed and welded together in one process in a pressure welder to give Grata system maximum strength.

Zaun launches French sports fencing system Zaun has launched a new sports fencing system that is proving popular in France. The Sportif sports fence boasts a mesh configuration that is commonly found in sports MUGA and outdoor sport applications in France. The mesh pattern on Sportif is wider at the top with 100 x 200mm apertures against 50 x 200mm at the bottom. However each panel is customisable with the lower mesh configuration available to a height of your choosing, dependent on the application. The more open mesh at the top allows for greater visibility for spectators, while still ensuring ball retention.

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Company at a glance

Power station pumps up the security A power substation in East Anglia has upgraded its perimeter security with closed circuit television, high-security mesh and electric fencing. Newall Civil Engineering approached perimeter security systems specialist Zaun to design, manufacture and install a bespoke solution to secure the site. Zaun had to devise three 5m-wide double gates, two of which form a vehicle lock, developed especially for the site, with specially-cantilevered outward-opening secure hinges that are completely hidden from outside the gates. The perimeter consists of Zaun’s HiSec Super6 security fencing, which uses a popular ‘358’ welded close mesh configuration that makes it difficult to climb or cut with anything other than power tools.

Sports courts for Forces bases The Ministry of Defence has turned to ETC Sports Surfaces, Pitch & Track and long term sports fencing partner Zaun to help keep the Armed Forces

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in shape. The trio are supplying ball courts, tennis courts and Multi-Use Games Areas at three military bases around the country. The tennis courts for the RAF will be some of the first in the country to employ Zaun’s enhanced tennis mesh. Zaun is the only UK manufacturer of bespoke tennis mesh – and has upgraded its machining capability to drastically reduce manufacturing timescales and lead times. Zaun’s Advantage Tennis mesh eliminates many of the downsides of traditional tennis chain link fencing, which deforms over time and is easy to cut, disfigure and vandalise.

Police clad Ipswich store to hide from prying eyes Suffolk Police have specified sheet cladding over steel mesh fencing at an illicit goods store in Ipswich. Steel fencing manufacturer Zaun has installed its HiSec Super8 fencing at Landmark House in Ipswich to hide the recovered goods from prying eyes and secure it against potential trespassers and thieves. Zaun installed grey Zintec cladding sheets onto its 2.4m high HiSec Super8 mesh for main contractor Wates. It supplied cantilever bi-folding automatic speed gates with sensors that inform the controls and open the gates quicker as police vehicles accelerate towards the gates when speeding out when called out to an emergency.

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