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Greenhouse Santander’s new London head office capitalises on DuPont Corian’s performance

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Sustainability in Development The Francis Crick Institute benefits from modern curved steel solutions

Voice of the Industry How Brexit is set to impact on product standards in the construction sector

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hanks to advancements in technology and material performance, architects are now faced with an increasing amount of options when it comes to deciding upon a structure’s composition.

For buildings to stand out amongst their peers and appeal to the client’s target audience, designers must push the boundaries, both in form and in function.You only have to look at Zaha Hadid’s project portfolio to see that the industry is not as ‘straight-edge’ as it once was.

Austin-Smith:Lord’s new Teaching and Conference Building at Teeside University – known as The Curve – is a perfect example of this. Its bold and striking composition is enhanced by the golden copper cladding that wraps around the curved wall surfaces of the four-storey building.The golden copper alloy also brings an additional warmth and texture – a material that will maintain its high-quality appearance with negligible maintenance.To read more about this landmark building in education, turn to page 28.

Continuing the curved theme, in this month’s Sustainability in Development, FC&A unveils the Francis Crick Institute – a stunning piece of architecture, thanks to the curved steel elements made possible using Barnshaws Section Benders.Turn to page 14 to find out more.

Meanwhile on page 32, Schoeck explains how its thermal break system provided the ultimate solution for a London scheme featuring two rippling glass towers.

Elsewhere in this issue, Aco Water Management’s Dr David Smoker examines how Brexit is set to impact on product standards in the construction sector, Sutton Vane Associates looks at some of the benefits gained from a well-considered lighting scheme and Graf UK profiles the first UK eco town to harvest the rain.

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Front cover: Within the new Santander UK London head office, DuPont Corian has been chosen to enhance both the visual impact and the functional interface with clients.

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Contents

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News 06 Industry Updates:

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

18 Voice of the Industry:

Dr David Smoker at ACO Water Management examines how Brexit is set to impact on product standards.

26 Legal & Business:

David Cowburn of NAPIT certification discusses the recent consultation on the Energy Company Obligation.

Features 24 Technical Focus:

Managing Director of Warner Surveys, Peter Field, explains why laser scanning with dimensional control is a powerful solution.

32 Doors, Windows & Balconies: Schöck helps tackle thermal bridging at new twin tower landmark building in London – the HOOLA.

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Portfolios 34 Lighting:

Mark Sutton Vane, Principal of Sutton Vane Associates, looks at some of the benefits to be gained from a well-considered lighting scheme.

36 Drainage & Wastewater:

The UK’s first eco town in Bicester harvests the rain with Graf UK – helping to achieve Code for Sustainable Homes Level 5 standards.

38 Disability: The most rigorous regime to test

maximum weight capacity is applied

by Pressalit Care to give ultimate peace of mind to users.

10 Greenhouse:

Santander UK capitalises on the material performance of DuPont Corian for its new London head office.

14 Sustainability in Development:

Curved steel sections from Barnshaws Section Benders enable modern aesthetic for the Francis Crick Institute.

28 Design & Desire:

A new Teaching and Conference Building, at the heart of Teesside University’s campus, is defined by its golden copper alloy cladding.

40 Specification Spotlight: In this focus, FC&A pays tribute to cladding specialist Euroclad, with a comprehensive specification guide.

46 Green Roofs: Kemper System discusses the installation of a Stratex Warm Roof System at Yehudi Menuhin School.

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FC&A rounds up the latest industry news

In Brief

TV personality Nick Knowles to open the NCA The National Construction Academy (NCA) is set to be officially opened by Nick Knowles on 14th October 2016.The opening ceremony will feature a schedule of events culminating with Nick Knowles demolishing a wall to officially declare the academy on 20 Downing Road in Derby City Centre open.The academy has been set up to address the skills shortage in the construction industry by injecting fresh new talent into the industry through the delivery of high quality, industry focused apprenticeship programmes.

Assael Architecture launches Assael Interiors Assael Architecture has launched Assael Interiors, a new division that will complement its architectural services and support its growing portfolio of work in the residential and commercial sectors. Through its experience, Assael has recognised a growing need for interior designers to respond to and design for society’s new ways of living, working and socialising in locations where mobility and flexibility is in demand.

REL awarded £1.76m contract for office building REL Electrical has been awarded a £1.76m design-and-build contract for the refurbishment of a six-storey commercial building located in the heart of London. Appointed by Kershaw Mechanical Services, REL is currently on site at Abacus House in Gutter Lane, close to St Paul’s underground station.

The team is providing electrical services throughout the 64,986ft2 property, which is being upgraded into high-specification office space for tenants.

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‘Don’t Move, Improve!’ competition seeks London’s best home extensions New London Architecture (NLA), the capital’s forum for the built environment, has launched a competition to find London’s best home extension or improvement project completed within the last two years.

‘Don’t Move, Improve!’ celebrates architectural innovation, from extensions to interior insertions and conversions to garden studios. Organised in association with Dezeen, RIBA London and Clippings, the competition seeks out projects

that demonstrate exceptional innovation in the creation of new living space for Londoners.

Applicants have until 3rd November 2016 to submit their projects and submission details can be found via www.newlondonarchitecture.org.

BSRIA appoints new Technical Director

Sektor appoints new Regional Sales Manager

BSRIA is delighted to announce the appointment of Lynne Ceeney as the Technical Director of BSRIA. Ms Ceeney has had an extensive and distinguished career in the construction and built environment sector with particular interest in sustainability. She joins BSRIA from Lytton Consulting where she is Managing Director.

Sektor, the exclusive professional interiors solutions brand of CCF, has appointed Georgina Fitzgerald as Regional Sales Manager for the Midlands.The new role will be central to developing business in the region and expanding the support offered to customers.

Georgina joins Sektor with nearly 30 years of external regional sales and consultancy experience in the construction and interiors markets.

Personnel RIBA appoints new Chief Executive AlanVallance has been appointed Chief Executive of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) following a competitive recruitment process.AlanVallance has a background in finance, consulting, strategic planning and general management in Europe and Australasia. He joined the RIBA in September 2015 as Interim Director of Finance and Operations and has been interim Chief Executive since February 2016.

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Industry Updates Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on 26th January 2017.

The jury will be made up of experts and journalists from across the industry, including Carl Turner of Carl Turner Architects, Cany Ash of Ash Sakula, Russ Edwards of Pocket, Jo McCafferty of Levitt Bernstein and journalist Philippa Stockley.

Winning and shortlisted projects will be featured in a three-month exhibition at NLA’s gallery space at The Building Centre and also in a dedicated publication.

Winning practices will also receive a year’s membership of NLA, the opportunity to participate in the competition’s associated events programme, and coverage in Dezeen.

All shortlisted and winning practices will also be invited to take part in a series of design surgery events throughout the year, offering one-to-one advice to members of the public.

The awards are now in their seventh year, with past winners including Carl Turner Architects, Platform 5 Architects and Ben Adams Architects. Last year, the award was won by ‘House of Trace’, a two-storey addition to a Victorian home in Lewisham by Tsuruta Architects.

It was praised by the judges for exhibiting a true understanding of the building’s

In Brief Green light given for Liverpool residential tower Moda Living and Apache Capital Partners have announced that, through their Private Rented Sector Joint Venture, they have secured planning consent for their £82m premium purposebuilt rental development,‘The Lexington, Liverpool’, the JV’s first major project in the city.

The Lexington forms part of the Peel Group’s £5.5bn Liverpool Waters regeneration masterplan and overlooks the docks that first kick-started Liverpool’s growth.

The 34-storey tower, designed by Falconer Chester Hall architects, will be the tallest residential landmark in the city’s Liverpool Waters area.

Contemporary canal side homes cleverly utilise brownfield site

history whilst also creating a beautiful new series of spaces for the owners. The innovative use of materials demonstrated how a design on a budget can look luxurious – and how a

considered use of space and light can “make the heart race”, even in a domestic interior. www.newlondonarchitecture.org

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A canal side scheme for eight dwellings maximising privacy and outdoor space in a clever folded design by pH+ architects, has been granted planning permission.Acting on behalf of Old Ford Road LLP, pH+’s design comprises of three houses, three duplexes and two flats for the constrained site of 465 square metres in the Victoria Park Conservation Area in East London.

This contemporary terrace of inner city housing replaces three vacant buildings on a previously overgrown piece of land.

Wright & Wright Architects unveils plans for Lambeth Palace building Wright & Wright Architects has unveiled designs for a new building to house the internationallyrenowned Lambeth Palace Library.

Lambeth Palace is sited on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Parliament and has been a historic London residence of Archbishops of Canterbury since the 13th century.

The new library is intended to be built in the grounds of the north end of Lambeth Palace gardens, the historic Grade 1 listed London residence of the Archbishops of Canterbury and home to the library since its foundation. Clad in red clay brick, the design will pay homage to the surrounding historical Palace buildings.The building takes the form of an occupied wall which rises to a compact eight-storey tower.

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Architect in Profile After graduating from Newcastle University, Tim Bailey joined Browne Smith Baker in Newcastle, qualified, became an Associate, a Partner and then Managing Partner before leaving in 2000 to set up his own firm, xsite architecture. Tim has increasingly become involved with RIBA, regionally and nationally, and recently joined the Board of RIBA Enterprises in Newcastle upon Tyne.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for designing in sustainability?

Knowledge and innovation.

Developers and funders alike are suspicious of both and it is the way buildings are funded, more than planning or public tastes, that holds back real advances in the way we build.

This is particularly true for houses where, in general, we are building more slowly than we need and building housing stock that will tire at a much faster rate than any identifiable period of housing before it.

The project that has attracted most attention in xsite architecture’s portfolio is the Toffee Factory, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne

Tim Bailey set up xsite architecture in 2000

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What is your greatest influence and source of inspiration?

I have always found ordinary people the best source of inspiration. Being involved with something that has real purpose and will create the possibility of change for people is all the motivation I have needed.

Influences come from many directions, but I was told many moons ago that “keeping the money moving” and “acting to make a difference”, would contribute more than would ever likely to be recognised. I like that and try to follow it.

What has been your most notable project to date?

Easily, the project that has attracted most attention, press and awards is the Toffee Factory, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne. It has the perfect appealing characteristics of a

rescued building (after fire), in a challenging but stunning location – a contemporary treatment to create a workspace that people have found inspirational. Job done!

How do you approach your projects?

Absorb every detail of information available first.

Context, constraint, brief, economy and, of course, location and budget. Let that stew around for a few days (if they are available!) before sitting in front of the blank page. It is usual that some of the sifting and prioritising of information has happened and helps with the early concept and site approaches. We also value precedent study, research into the building type and consultation with a wide constituency of stakeholders whenever that is possible.

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What is your favourite building and why?

I have a few, but if I have to pick one it has to be the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea, built in 1935 to a competitionwinning design by architects Erich Mendelsohn and Serge Chermayeff. At the opening, the benefactor and Mayor, 9th Earl De La Warr, set out the vision as “a modernist building of world renown that will become a crucible for creating a new model of cultural provision in an English seaside town which is going to lead to the growth, prosperity and the greater culture of our town”. Fabulous and enduring, every seaside should have one.

What can we expect from xsite over the next few years? xsite always wants to follow the exciting projects! Over the next few years this will see us working across the UK and maybe even Europe.

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DuPont Corian can be found almost everywhere in commercial, residential and public space applications

Santander UK capitalises on material performance As part of a major project to create an open, inviting and distinctive retail banking branch within the new Santander UK London head office, DuPont Corian has been chosen to enhance both the visual impact and the functional interface with clients.

T The Triton Square branch at the London head office of Santander UK features the premium finish of Corian surfaces

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he six-storey atrium has been designed to establish a flowing and accessible use of its volume, with split levels and suspended elements framing the focus on a pair of living trees, planted at the heart of the space.

The interior scheme of the impressive glazed structure is aligned with various technical innovations intended to enrich the customer experience. These include improved digital banking access via tablets, a touchscreen booth and merchandising screens. The ‘shop front’ has been kept clear with only low level installations to maintain the visibility into the fully-glazed space.

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Echoing the brand’s characteristic colour themes, Corian in Red Hot has been combined with Corian in Glacier White to form smooth, seamless and curving surfaces that are welcoming to the touch while offering an enduring elegance.The skill and ingenuity with which Corian can be fabricated has enabled design touches such as the engraving of the Santander logo into the vivid red fascia of the main service desk, which also offers sleek, seamless countertops in pristine white.

For added impact, Corian in Red Hot has been used to trim the curving sweep of cladding that frames this service booth and other key zonal elements, thus co-ordinating the overall colour scheme while adding a touch of bold personality.

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The Triton Square branch at the London head office of Santander UK has been designed to offer a light, open and flowing retail banking space

The office features the premium finish of Corian surfaces in in the Glacier White and Red Hot colours to align with the brand

equipment was required, which together with the louvred ceiling that has been installed in the ‘back of house’ area will save approximately 40% of expected energy use otherwise.

Sustainable design First created as a high performance material for kitchen and bathroom worktops, DuPont Corian is now – thanks to its unique combination of functionality, versatility and beauty – a leading global brand in surfacing materials for interior design and architecture. Over the years, DuPont has established DuPont Corian solid surface as an exceptional design tool for every application

one can imagine. Kitchens, bathrooms, lighting, furnishing, facades, seating, radiators, home automation, touch control surfaces: today, DuPont Corian can be found almost everywhere in commercial, residential and public space applications.

The DuPont Building Innovations business shares and supports the DuPont corporate philosophy about environmental sustainability: to conduct its business with respect and care for the environment. As a global leader in pursuing the mission of sustainable growth, DuPont is committed to creating shareholder and societal value while reducing our environmental footprint throughout the value chain.

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The premium combination of sophistication, performance and proven reliability that sets Corian apart from the crowd comes beautifully into play in this project.What’s more, the material’s cuttingedge compatibility with the latest technology offers added benefits for user-friendly surface installations, especially those that can expect high levels of public engagement.

Further applications that maximise the easy adaptability of Corian and its pleasing, hygienic tactility include the surrounds for the ATM units that are set into the Express Banking element.

The in-house architects for the project were Miguel Pérez Tallón and Rubén Sesmero Blanco.They explain:“Corian was chosen after a long research process into many different kinds of materials, and particularly because it was the best material for achieving the seamless appearance we were looking for.

In addition, Corian allows us to match the curved shapes proposed in the design without incurring a more challenging manufacturing process.We are really pleased with the final result as we have been able to achieve a really smart and professional look that will enhance interaction with our clients.”

Naturally, the design of the space aims also for optimum energy-efficiency. Features such as underfloor heating and the apertures within the separation ‘planes’ of the various zones, which have been added to enhance ventilation, mean that no additional HVAC

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The material forms service desks and cladding

do not promote the growth of mould and mildew when properly cleaned, making them ideal choices for healthcare and food preparation facilities, schools, offices and homes for use in countertops, wall cladding, sinks and a wide variety of other applications.

At DuPont, the company is always working with designers and architects to discover sustainable new building solutions for a greener tomorrow.

Durable and renewable Thanks to its inherent stain resistance, Corian lasts a long time. It can easily be repaired and renewed, thus minimising the desire or need to replace and dispose of it. However, should you want to redesign, Corian can be removed, re-cut and either reinstalled or reworked into new products.

Sustainability, technically speaking Corian solid surfaces – the whole range or specific types – have received important independent certification for their environmental performance (such as GreenGuard, NAHB North American Builders Association, Scientific Certification Systems).

Their hygienic performance has also been certified by prestigious independent institutions (for example, by NSF International,The Royal Institute of Public Health and LGA QualiTest).

Corian is NSF/ANSI Standard 51 Certified for food contact, the highest level, for all food types in commercial food preparation.

Improvement in industrial processes

Naturally, the design of the space aims also for optimum energy-efficiency

DuPont continues to improve the industrial processes of Corian by choosing raw materials, suppliers and packaging responsibly, using pigments free of heavy metals, toxic or carcinogenic ingredients, reducing waste generation in manufacturing, and recycling scrap and off-spec Corian in new product applications.

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The Francis Crick Institute has been described as a symbol of ‘scientific Britain’, and will strive to translate its findings to treatments that can benefit patients for years to come

Signature structures The latest £650m jewel in Britain’s scientific crown, the Francis Crick Institute has opened in the Camden Borough of London, with some of the country’s most esteemed researchers and scientists now taking up residence under its vaulted roof.

The institute will aim to tackle disease and illness concerns of the 21st century, by researching the mechanics of how illness develops and pushing resulting discoveries to enhance treatments for patients.

C The £650m structure will be utilised to study how illness develops, with the aim to tackling health conditions such as cancer, heart disease and brain disorders

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ited as the largest biomedical research facility in Europe, the new structure has already been widely lauded as the new symbol of ‘scientific Britain’.The institute proudly carries the name of the co-discoverer of DNA’s molecular structure and the joint 1962 Nobel Prize winner, Molecular Biologist Francis Crick.

Funding for the project was provided by the Medical Research Council, Cancer Research UK,Wellcome, UCL, Imperial College London and King’s College London – with the new structure replacing a range of aging lab facilities scattered around the local area.

The building itself was designed to offer the scope and adaptability to incorporate new scientific opportunities of the future, which required utilising innovative construction techniques to ensure the Institute reflected this forward-thinking approach, while seamlessly integrating with the surrounding area.

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One of the most distinctive features of the structure are its curved steel elements, which offer a futuristic aesthetic and define particularly its vast roof structure. Curved structural steel has seen wide use in a number of high profile construction projects over the last few decades. It has enabled designers and architects to introduce new and innovative designs that are more organic and aesthetically unique. So when steelwork contractor Severfield required curved structural steel for the project in 2013, they contacted Europe’s largest metal bending company, Barnshaws Section Benders.

Greg North, Commercial Director at Barnshaws, remembers the project well: “We were initially contacted by Severfield to supply a range of specified Rectangular Hollow Sections, Universal Beams, Universal Columns and flat sections, which amounted to around 300 tons of steelwork. The scale of the project was particularly large, but

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– which house some of the largest capacity bending machines in the world, allowing the company to deliver precision curved sections up to 35m in length. Such expertise has seen Barnshaws involved in the construction of Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium, Wimbledon’s Centre Court and a number of London’s 2012 Olympic facilities.

The vaulted roof structure of the facility was the destination for the majority of Barnshaws’ steelwork, which embodies the innovative design and construction approach of the entire project.The roof also pays homage to the architecture of the adjacent St. Pancras train station, offering a blend of modernity and consistency within its city surroundings.The roof is arranged in two sections, which serve to conceal the substantial heating and cooling units for the building, while also incorporating one of Britain’s largest in-built solar panel arrays to further reduce the structure’s carbon

footprint.The two sections overlap above the atrium, conveying a strong architectural statement to all visitors.

Aside from the aesthetic benefits, curved steel also allows greater load bearing capabilities than an equivalent-sized straight section, since the curved section can deflect load more efficiently across its span.This enables contractors to specify smaller sections for the same application, reducing the weight and overall cost of a project.

Greg North continues:“Curved steel allows architects further flexibility in design, and can offer significant weight savings in a structure while still offering ample load bearing capabilities. Curved steel is allowing modern buildings to reflect the progress of our times, offering a shift away from the boxy designs typical of the 1970s and 80s.This benefits the immediate area around the building, and in the case of the Francis Crick Institute, makes

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our experience and large bending capacity meant we could complete the work entirely in-house. Many of our engineers have been curving metals for decades for everything from bridges to bus shelters, so we were able to cater for the wide range of sections and beams required by the contractor, all to the exacting quality standards.”

Barnshaws Section Benders was established in 1969 and has been providing precision curved metal solutions to the construction, power generation, mining and manufacturing sectors ever since.The company operates facilities in the West Midlands, Manchester, Hamilton and Poland

The institute is named after Molecular Biologist Francis Crick, the co-discoverer of the molecular structure of DNA

The Francis Crick Institute owes its modern appearance to precision curved steel from Barnshaws Section Benders

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Barnshaws supplied approximately 300 tons of precision curved structural steel to help realise the project

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a bold statement regarding the forwardthinking approach of the facility, its users and local society. Local communities can be truly engaged by new developments if they offer an aesthetic and cultural benefit, and curved structural steel helps enable this.”

The Francis Crick Institute was conceived as a publicly accessible, transparent space, making a break from the traditional isolation of conventional laboratories. Scientists, residents and community groups were consulted throughout the project to ensure that the building was aspiring to the goals of the Institute and could help inspire future scientists and the community for years to come.

The building is designed as four separate blocks or ‘neighbourhoods’ gathered around a central atrium, incorporating a total of 12 floors, including those below ground.These underground levels are specifically designed to minimise the effects of vibration and static electricity on the precise instruments which will be housed within, allowing scientists to gain the most accurate test results possible.

Total floor space for the structure amounts to over 17 football pitches, which includes labs, teaching facilities, offices and public spaces.

Once the transfer from other facilities is completed, the Institute will house 1500 staff, which will include 1250 research scientists.The Institute will operate under a budget of £100m a year, which will be used to help treat cancer, heart disease, brain disorders and a further range of debilitating conditions.

Greg North expands on the importance of curved structural steel for the future of British construction: “Construction must

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move with the times, to allow better spaces for ourselves and future generations.We are delighted to have curved steel incorporated in signature structures such as the Francis Crick Institute, especially when the structure is utilised for such a vital purpose. By incorporating new techniques regarding structural steel, the design of any structure can be revolutionised in a truly cost effective manner. Curved structural steel means we can give architects the freedom of expression to change our world, rather than confining them in the limitations of conformity.”

In the aftermath of a split from Europe and the following uncertainty, it is vital that Britain retains its relevance in the high precision and skill industries it has traditionally excelled in. Scientific research is one of these key areas where British expertise is highly valued, and by investing in state-of-the-art facilities such as the Francis Crick Institute, this expertise will only grow.

By coupling innovative structural designs enabled by the work of structural fabrication experts with high quality services, Britain can retain its worldwide relevance and progression as a domestic economy that can attract investment from around the globe. Curved steel sections are a small part of protecting and progressing with the philosophy of a modern Britain, where, in this case at least, the pinnacle of scientific expertise is conjoined with world class facilities to achieve the discoveries of tomorrow, today.

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Voice of the Industry

Brexit – lowering or raising the standard?

Dr David Smoker, Business Development Director at ACO Water Management, examines how Brexit is set to impact on product standards in the construction sector.

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David Smoker is Business Development Director at ACO Technologies. He has spent the last 30 years working across the building products industry, most recently overseeing business strategy and the introduction of new products to market for ACO’s Water Management division.

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ith the dust settling after the announcement that the UK is to leave the European Union, the construction industry now faces the task of tackling the effects of Brexit on areas such as regulation and standards.

As is the case with all EU member states, the UK, in the form of the British Standards Institution (BSI), is currently a full member of CEN, the European Committee for Standardization, meaning any new European standard for a product must be adopted in the UK within a set timeframe.

The UK is also a full member of the International Organization for Standardization and this will not change irrespective of the country’s relationship with the EU and CEN post-Brexit.

The Brexit negotiation process as a whole is likely to be lengthy and complex, taking anything from two to three years or possibly even longer if agreement cannot be reached in key areas. Regulation regarding the standards for construction products, and how these will be governed, will be no exception to this.

Voice of the Industry interesting paradox – it is not permitted to CE mark products being sold in the UK (unless they are being sold into the EU as well) but if UK manufacturers wanted to sell into the EU they would have to CE mark.

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are applicable across the whole of the EU and in many cases contain elements governed by the UK implementation of the Construction Product Regulations (CPR).Where a product is covered by a harmonised standard the manufacturer has to provide a Declaration of Performance and the product has to be CE marked.

However, the question arises as to whether the CPR legislation would have to be unpicked if the UK leaves CEN.This would create an

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One possible outcome is that the UK could remain a full member of CEN, in which case the current scenario on adoption of new standards would remain as it is now.

However, the possibility exists that the UK could be de-selected and have to reapply for CEN membership. In this instance, assuming the reapplication process were to be successful (the most likely scenario), then the UK would become a non-EU member of CEN.A number of other countries hold a similar position already, notably Turkey, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Iceland, Norway and Switzerland. Here, the same standards would apply as they do currently, although the EU would not be able to enforce them as rigorously as is the case now.

In the albeit unlikely event that the UK applied for readmission to CEN as a non-EU member and was unsuccessful, the anticipated outcome would be a reversion to British Standards (BS).This scenario is not expected to be preferred by the Government or industry, due to the likely costs of unpicking existing standards and drawing up new ones for products previously governed by EU standards rather than British ones. In particular this would affect the process of selling products into the European single market, as they would also need to conform to the relevant European standard.

A second area of complication in this scenario would be around harmonised standards. Currently, where these exist, they

A further area where there is expected to be increasing divergence is in environmental legislation.As is the case with product standards, the UK is currently bound to meet the terms of all EU legislation around environmental performance and sustainability.

However, the looming Brexit is set to create even greater uncertainty in this area. Planned EU legislation will bring in tighter controls for our counterparts remaining within the EU which will not have to be adopted within the UK as matter of course.This could place the UK behind the rest of the continent in terms of legislative expectations on companies – something which could impact on their likelihood of being selected as a supply partner.

However, there is, of course, nothing to stop either the UK Government from imposing domestic standards which either mirror or even surpass their EU equivalents, or for UK industry bodies to self-regulate in the same way or, at least, to set voluntary standards for companies operating in the sector.

This means that whatever the outcome, there is no need for standards to drop and for British manufacturers to lose out as a result.

In the unlikely event that CEN membership is no longer an option, Brexit could represent a real opportunity for the UK to take its own dynamic path in both product standards and environmental operation.

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Rainwater Management Buildings with metal profiles roofs are generally most affected, e.g. industrial, commercial or retail, as the metal sheets are non-retentive in terms of water absorption and have little friction or resistance to help slow the flow of rain water. In previous years when buildings had fibre or asbestos cement roofs, water ingress was not as common, as these materials provided much better water absorption properties which helped to slow the water flow more effectively, thus allowing gutters and outlets time to discharge any excess water.

Located in Watford, the Renault showroom was constantly enduring water ingress due to gutters with a poor outlet capacity

Uni-dam Rainwater Management System – protecting against water ingress Torrential rainfall is becoming an ever-increasing problem for businesses throughout the UK. Building damage, production disruption and stock damage are all serious, and common, issues faced by businesses as their gutter systems and outlets cannot cope with heavy bursts of rainfall. Ampteam has a solution – its Uni-dam Rainwater Management System, the easy, effective system that prevents water ingress into buildings.

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ccording to the Met Office, four out of the five wettest years in the UK, since records began, have occurred since the millennium. Not only that, but they also recorded an increase in the frequency of days of extreme rainfall in the

UK since 1960.These unpredictable, intense days of heavy rainfall cause major issues to businesses and their buildings in the form of water ingress and overflowing, particularly if they use inboard gutters such as parapet or valley gutters.

Following installation of the Uni-dam system, the showroom has enjoyed a much more effective rain water flow with levels of water ingress now non-existent

Uni-dam – the effective solution for water ingress Uni-dam is a rainwater management system which was introduced to help with water retention levels, frictional resistance and interruptions to the flow of water within roofing areas.The system comprises a series of blades which run horizontally across an entire roof, helping to create a series of ‘minidams’ that disrupt the water flow and control the rate at which the water runs off into the gutter or outlet.

Manufactured from either 0.7mm coated and galvanised steel or 0.9mm mill finish aluminium (whichever is more sympathetic to the original roof), the Uni-dam assembly is fixed to the rib or upper corrugation of the roof sheet, leaving a continuous gap between the bottom of the blade and the roof sheet.

This gap allows water to discharge in a controlled manner into gutters and outlets therefore preventing any overflow into buildings.

Uni-dam installed at Renault car showroom Located in Watford, the Renault showroom was constantly enduring water ingress due to gutters with a poor outlet capacity.Ampteam was contacted and a design was created based on simple information such as location, roof length, slope length and roof pitch.

Following installation of the Uni-dam system, the showroom has enjoyed a much more effective rain water flow with levels of water ingress now non-existent. In fact, a short time after installation, there was heavy snow fall in the area.This was successfully dealt with by the Uni-dam due to the system’s snow loading capacity, and also when the snow thawed and turned into water, it was able to effectively run into the gutter in a slow and controlled manner, giving the gutter time to discharge the excess water.

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A fully recessed profile with top mounted basin can be used to create a chic contemporary aesthetic

Solid Surface vanity units from Venesta For luxury, strength and a seamless finish, Venesta’s Solid Surface vanity units have always ticked all the right boxes.

The carefully-composed blend of acrylic polymer minerals and integral moulded reinforcements create a low maintenance, non-porous material, which ensures complete impact and thermal shock resistance.

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ow, through extensive trend research and listening to the feedback of its customers, Venesta is pleased to announce the addition of six inspiring new colours to its Solid Surface range. Whether you’re feeling vibrant, fresh, sophisticated or chic, the company’s new colour palette allows you to create an exclusive look for your washroom. To complement the other geologically-inspired names in the range, volcanos were the inspiration behind the new colour names – Tanna, Eden, Tamarana, Obsidian, Pompeii and Vesuvius – each symbolising a unique theme through colour and shade.

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hospitality, office buildings, schools, universities and healthcare. Public and corporate space designs demand materials that not only convey the right impression of the building, but resist any corrosion.

Solid Surface is the perfect solution because it requires minimal maintenance and demonstrates long-term resistance to daily wear and tear.

Within the healthcare sector, the primary priority is to prevent infection and therefore surface material plays a key role in creating safer healthcare environments. Certified for its hygienic properties, Solid Surface meets the criteria to fit the needs of healthcare design environments; making Venesta’s Solid Surface vanity units an ideal choice for healthcare washrooms.

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Solid Surface units are available in a variety of different styles. A fully recessed profile with top mounted basin can be used to create a chic contemporary aesthetic; while a semi-recessed basin is perfect if your aim is to save some space.

For busy environments, a Solid Surface Washtrough can be specified. Not only do the surfaces create a fresh, smooth finish, but the profile can significantly reduce pipework and maximise space.

Venesta understands that maintaining a shared washroom might be a daunting prospect, which is why its Solid Surface units are designed to withstand everyday wear and tear. Solid surface is an extremely hygienic material which is a necessity for any washroom; its resistance to moisture, pollutants and bacteria creates an “easy wipe” exterior making cleaning a dream.

The company’s design team is dedicated to providing solutions that inspire and perform superbly, even in the most demanding of environments. And as Venesta knows that excellent service can make all the difference to your satisfaction, everything it does is focused on you and what you need to get the job done.

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Technical Focus

For projects involving complex 3D geometries, such as in the Great Court at the British Museum, tight dimensional control and 3D setting out provide the high order accuracies required to achieve a first time fit

Laser scanning with dimensional control 3D laser scanning and CAD modelling offer an important resource for design and construction teams. Where complex geometries are involved, more traditional techniques such as dimensional control may be more appropriate advises Peter Field, Managing Director of Warner Surveys.

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D laser scanning and CAD modelling are now well established survey techniques, used extensively for the accurate mapping of large scale development projects and complex

buildings, as well as smaller projects. Often, however, laser scan surveys are requested when the specified tolerances call for higher level dimensional control techniques, applied using more traditional instrumentation.

High accuracy survey techniques were applied in setting out the supports for the brickwork cladding system on this 10-storey ‘twisting’ tower, working to a tolerance of +/-2mm, with over 60,000 points to be surveyed

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Data accuracy

Whilst ‘fit for purpose’ for many applications, laser scanning is subject to inherent limits on accuracy, with terminal accuracy dependent on a number of variables.

In the real world, most survey subjects are exposed to a significant temperature change which, alone, can account for several millimetres’ difference in the data registered.

Additionally, the ‘noise’ produced within a point cloud from a flat surface can range from as little as 2-10mm, or more, depending on the quality of scanning instrumentation and the surface being scanned. Interpolation of this ‘noise’ can lead to further distortion in the data.Where the objects being scanned are vibrating or subject to other influences that can cause movement this will also affect the results.

For this reason, claims that laser scanning can provide accuracy to within +/- 2mm should be approached with caution. Using the highest possible specification terrestrial laser scanner in a stable, controlled environment at relatively short range (10-20m) and with high order survey control (+/- 1mm) it may be possible to produce data to that kind of auditable accuracy. If the data is not auditable then accuracy claims should be dramatically downgraded, with +/- 5mm being more realistic.

Moreover, the concept that modelled surfaces are more accurate than the basic cloud data is only true in certain circumstances. Most construction related software modelling packages were originally intended to represent design rather than the less predictable “as built” environment.

Where projects need to address the interface between existing structures and new design, there may be inconsistencies that need to be acknowledged and addressed in a different way.

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designers and contractors to address purely dimensional issues.

Containing high quality, auditable data which can be interpreted factually, these databases offer the flexibility to interrogate and view point clouds to produce 2D plans and elevations directly.This allows the freedom to request additional deliverables from the original survey team in the form of sections or drill down into specific areas at a minimal extra cost. Often however there is no substitute for a full CAD model.

Laser scanning or dimensional control? So how do you decide what level of input you need? The following may help: Laser scanning is a rapid and reliable method for surveying often inaccessible, complex or congested areas Survey control is the essential, traditional survey activity providing the auditable

accuracy to so many survey operations including laser scanning Dimensional Control has become the name given to high accuracy survey techniques used to achieve a good fit up between new, basic pieces of plant Critical Interface Surveying relates to high accuracy techniques and instrumentation used to achieve first time ‘fit up’ on site between new and old complex pieces of plant or structures.

Ultimately, designers and construction professionals need to be clear about what the project demands. Equally, good survey control techniques must lie behind and support the laser scan, however high its quality, providing auditable proof that there is no degradation in the laser scan due to other outside influences.

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Surfaces are often irregular, the geometry of old basic primitive shapes become corrupted and even the lack of perpendicularity between (for example) walls and floors can result in some software squaring off or smoothing out such irregularities.Although resulting in a very good looking model, this may not accurately represent what actually exists on site. In this instance, the accuracy of the model is dictated by the quality of the structure being surveyed.

While a number of software companies are currently investigating how such limitations can be overcome, a commercially viable solution is still some way off.

An alternative option available to data users is to bypass the automated software corrections by interrogating the underlying databases directly. Frequently overlooked in the delivery of 3D models, the point cloud database captured by the laser scanning process offers a valuable resource in itself for

Legal & Business

In 21st century Britain, no household should have to suffer the negative impacts of fuel poverty on their wellbeing

Managing Director of NAPIT Certification, David Cowburn, discusses the recent consultation on the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and how this could affect those living in fuel poverty in the future.

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ith the current Energy Company Obligation nearing its end on the 31st March 2017, NAPIT has been active in consulting with the Government with its plans to introduce a new 5-year supplier obligation in its place. Currently, the Government is debating the possibility of extending the current ECO by a year as part of a ‘transition period’ prior to the introduction of a five-year scheme. As a stakeholder, NAPIT was recently invited to provide responses to a series of questions regarding the proposed transition period and the future of ECO in a consultation which ran between 29th July and 17th August.

ECO is a Government energy-efficiency scheme in Great Britain, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and tackling fuel poverty; for this reason, NAPIT has always maintained strong positions on how the obligation should be implemented. It is a massive issue, since approximately 10.5% of householders in Great Britain suffer from fuel poverty. Currently, ECO possesses three distinct targets that are required for energy suppliers. These include the Carbon Emissions Reduction Obligation (CERO), the Carbon Saving Community Obligation (CSCO) and the Affordable Warmth Obligation (AW). These building blocks have been instrumental in providing low income households with energy

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efficient installations, including loft and wall insulations or replacement boilers.

In a bid to increase the scheme’s focus on supporting fuel poor households, coupled with improving cost effectiveness, the Government has proposed that the Affordable Warmth Obligation should become the sole supplier obligation from 2018 onwards, whilst incorporating elements from the other two obligations.

The proposed transition period would however maintain CERO until the implementation of the five-year scheme.

In our response to the Government consultation on ECO, NAPIT expressed its support for the proposed transition period as we believe it will provide certainty to the market and allow for time to consider longer-term plans. We also agreed with the proposal to realign the obligations above by increasing both the Affordable Warmth obligation and CERO during a transition period.

Our only concern with the realignment of the three obligations is the removal of CSCO, since this obligation aimed to deliver primary insulation measures restricted to any home within the 25% most deprived in Great Britain and primarily promoted the tackling of fuel poverty in rural areas through a ruralsub-obligation. On the latter, NAPIT was asked whether we agreed with plans to stop the rural sub-obligation from April

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2017 with the new transition period. We agreed that whilst this would be beneficial from a cost effectiveness point of view, we had concerns that the lack of a rural sub-obligation could have a negative impact on those living in fuel poverty within rural areas. In accordance with this fear, we suggested that an uplift could be applied within the new Affordable Wealth Obligation to encourage deployment in rural areas to mitigate this impact.

Despite these concerns, we believe that the changes proposed by the Government will provide a cost-effective means of dealing with the problem of fuel poverty. In 21st century Britain, no household should have to suffer the negative impacts of fuel poverty on their wellbeing. For this reason, the Government’s intention to increase the element focused on fuel poverty from £310m to £450m can only be viewed as positive. Especially since they have claimed the proposals will result in over one million warmer homes over the course of the current parliament.

At NAPIT, we are going to continue to monitor this debate in close detail, starting with the results of the consultation.

We hope that the result addresses our concerns, whilst affirming the positive changes we believe the future will hold for ECO.

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David Cowburn is Managing Director of NAPIT Certification.

He maintains NAPIT’s commitment to promoting high standards and safe work, ensuring the operation of NAPIT’s schemes reflects this commitment.

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Design & Desire

The Curve provides a physical and symbolic embodiment of Teesside University’s ethos to be a leader in higher education

Compelling copper Austin-Smith:Lord’s new Teaching and Conference Building, at the heart of Teesside University’s campus in Middlesbrough, is defined by its golden copper alloy cladding, reports Aurubis.

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he new Teaching and Conference Building – known as The Curve – forms part of Austin-Smith:Lord’s competition-winning design for a unique environment at the centre of Teesside University. It includes an extensive public realm, innovative lighting, a living wall with giant LED screen and landscaping across the newly pedestrianised campus.

This new ‘Campus Heart’ aims to rival any new university in the country or indeed Europe.

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Iconic building Austin-Smith:Lord said: “The brief from Teesside University was bold. They wanted a striking building in a compelling setting, which would be both an exemplary environment for students and staff, and an iconic building. It needed to convey the university’s values and ambitions, and attract students over decades to come. The new building is about more than just upgrading the facilities. It has a strategic purpose to raise the profile of

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Austin-Smith:Lord chose to use Nordic Royal golden copper alloy cladding that will easily form the curved wall surfaces

the university and project its aspirations and values by providing an exemplary environment for students and staff.”

The Curve provides a physical and symbolic embodiment of Teesside University’s ethos to be a leader in higher education. The state-of-the-art, 1476m2, four-storey building features social learning spaces, multi-purpose areas for reception, events and exhibitions spaces, general purpose teaching rooms, a large auditorium lecture theatre and a roof terrace.

Design & Desire The brief from Teesside University was bold

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The new building’s teaching block and 200seat auditorium are linked and expressed by a curved facade that wraps around the north, east and south elevations, embracing the western end of the ‘Campus Heart’.

Expressing each of the building’s elements separately gives an opportunity for a bold and striking composition, especially as the auditorium is able to ‘float’ at first and second floor levels, allowing the ‘Campus Heart’ landscape treatment to flow under

it and into the building. Where the teaching block cuts back at ground level, a triple height concourse is formed from fully glazed curtain walling.

The facade materials have been influenced by considerations of both existing context and an ambition to create a landmark building with a strong and – possibly – unique identity. AustinSmith:Lord added: “The form of the building is expressive and exciting and works to create a spatially successful place.

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Striking composition

Produced by Aurubis, part of the world’s leading integrated copper group and largest copper recycler, Nordic Royal is an innovative alloy of copper with aluminium and zinc, giving a rich golden through-colour that is very stable.The surface retains its golden colour and simply loses some of its sheen as the oxide layer thickens with exposure to the atmosphere, resulting in a protective matt finish. It behaves differently to other copper products over time and does not develop a blue or green patina.

Other copper alloys from Aurubis include Nordic Bronze and Nordic Brass – now also available pre-weathered. In addition to Nordic Standard copper, other Aurubis architectural surfaces include Nordic Green and Nordic Blue factory-applied patinas, developed with properties and colours based on the same brochantite mineralogy found in natural patinas all over the world. Nordic Brown pre-oxidised copper gives either light or dark brown oxidisation that otherwise takes time to develop in the environment.

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Design & Desire

The golden copper alloy brings an additional warmth and texture to the new ‘Campus Heart’

highlighting the curvilinear plan form. We chose to use Nordic Royal golden copper alloy cladding that will easily form the curved wall surfaces and accommodate the shaped cut outs for windows. The golden copper alloy brings an additional warmth and texture to the new ‘Campus Heart’ with a material that will maintain its high-quality appearance with negligible maintenance.”

Award-winning building In May 2016 it was announced that The Curve had taken top honours – ‘Project of the Year’ – at the RICS 2016 Awards, North East, where the judges praised it for being visually striking. It also won two of the remaining eight categories – ‘Design through Innovation’ and ‘Regeneration’.

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In terms of materials, the campus already define the character of the existing space has a variety of approaches, with different vigorously enough. There are also practical generations of buildings displaying markedly concerns of both cost and maintenance different palettes – from to take into consideration the red brick of the with regard to choice of The golden earliest buildings through materials. The boldness copper alloy brings and clarity of the form of to the cladding panels of the Student Union and an additional warmth this building will create an Student Centre, then impact that is – to some and texture … a the more variegated extent – independent of materials, zinc, timber, material choice. However, material that will curtain walling of the the desire for identifiable, maintain its highmost recent buildings. landmark buildings that are “The overall quality appearance fresh, exciting and unique impression of the suggested we should be with negligible ‘tonality’ of the buildings bold in our choice of maintenance immediately facing what materials. would become the new “The form, functional ‘Campus Heart’ is that the major buildings requirements and construction of the ‘solid’ are predominantly light in colour. But we parts of the building suggested a form felt that mirroring this might not reof metal cladding with horizontal seams

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Doors, Windows & Balconies

Complex connections Tidal Basin Road in East London, gateway to the soon-tobe regenerated Royal Victoria Docks area and a short stroll from the ExCel Exhibition Centre, is now home to a new twin tower glass-clad landmark building – the HOOLA.

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his £80m development has transformed a brownfield site into two rippling 23- and 24-storey glass towers, that offer 360 apartments with a mix of studios, along with one-, twoand three-bedroom units. All apartments have floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors with balcony access. The residents also benefit from a range of facilities on site, including a gym, business lounge and concierge services.

The buildings effectively sit on a ‘landscaped lid’, which covers the single level basement accommodating parking and refuse plant spaces. The scheme then uses bioengineering technologies to establish a series of soft landscape terraces. These wrap around and conceal a basement car park, along with groups of trees, which enclose a residential garden.

The buildings are super-insulated and the concrete frame will act as a heat sink – absorbing heat on warm days and releasing it back into apartments when it cools. An innovative link-up with the neighbouring ExCel Exhibition Centre will also see excess heat piped directly into the two towers. This

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The preferred solution was the Schöck Isokorb type K for cantilever balconies.

With its innovative HTE pressure-bearing module and Neopor core, the unit provides extremely high thermal resistance; and is also a load-bearing element which transfers bending moment, stress and shear forces.

Complex balcony detailing The balconies on the HOOLA, which are all precast in a Reconstituted Portland Stone Concrete, meant that thermal break supplier Schöck had to work closely with specialist Thorp Precast of Newcastleunder-Lyme. Luke Smerdon-White, Technical Director at Thorp, takes up the story: “We had to design, manufacture and deliver 1410

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Critical insulation

Research at the Oxford Institute for Sustainable Development (OISD) at Oxford Brookes University shows that as a result of airtightness and fabric U-values being improved in UK building, thermal bridge heat losses are responsible for an increasing percentage of the overall building heat loss. It is common for thermal bridges to account for 20-30% heat loss in multi-residential units (as calculated by thermal modelling) and balcony The preferred solution was the Schöck Isokorb type K for cantilever balconies

connections can be a major contributor to the thermal bridge heat loss if effective thermal isolation is not included in the design. Schöck offers a number of highly effective solutions to various thermal bridging situations. In addition to concrete-to-concrete capability, the Isokorb range provides totally verifiable solutions for concrete-to-steel, steel-to-steel and even a maintenance-free alternative to wrapped parapets.

All solutions meet full compliance with the relevant UK building regulations and offer BBA Certification and LABC Registration.

The requirement that the temperature factor used to indicate condensation risk (the fRsi value), in residential buildings, must be equal to, or greater than 0.75, is comfortably met by incorporating the Isokorb. It also complies with the Government Standard Assessment Procedure, SAP 2012, concerning CO2 emissions from buildings and respectively heat losses through non-repeating thermal bridges.

The lambda values of the Isokorb enable energy loss to be reduced by as much as 84% to 91% in various connective situations.

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precast concrete balcony sections that had to then be cast integrally with the in-situ concrete structure. The design and detailing coordination on our part was taken from the 2D consultant’s information, which we converted into 3D Tekla modelling.

“The balcony detailing is complex. The exposed front-face is curved, with almost 50 different dimensional configurations, while the internal face has a facetted line that had to correlate with the glazing line and opening doors. The ability to integrate the Schöck Isokorb thermal breaks using 3D BIM details was critical; as we had to both accommodate the slab and column reinforcement – and achieve the finite positioning of the connection modules for structural and cost efficiency. The logistics involving deliveries was challenging too and involved 235 articulated lorry journeys over a 58-week period, all on a just-in-time basis.”

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Lighting The relative importance of individual buildings or landmarks and the routes we use to travel around are all dictated by light

Lighting the night Mark Sutton Vane, Principal of lighting designer Sutton Vane Associates, looks at some of the benefits to be gained from a well-considered lighting scheme.

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the result is a harmonious sense of place.

In the Leicester scheme, the council wanted to celebrate the rich architectural heritage of the city, so our lighting designs focus on specific buildings. Planning which buildings will be illuminated, and which left to sit in shadow, guides the attention of the visitor and builds a sense of the character of the area.

How people move through the space will also depend on the lighting and in Leicester we considered key journey routes, such as from the station to the city centre, ensuring the lighting invites people to move in a particular direction to a planned destination.

Leicester Council appreciates that investing in the design of the city centre will bring economic as well as social benefits – and there is a definite financial case to be made for this type of investment.

Some time ago we designed a lighting scheme for Peterborough. The council wanted people to stay in the city at night rather than taking themselves – and their spending money – to other towns. Our lighting scheme was designed to make the city spaces attractive and welcoming – clearly signposting that this is a space to linger in rather than travel through – and the council used the argument of economic benefit to justify the investment.

We see lighting as a “quick win” for urban

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Key to the success of any urban lighting project is harmony

regeneration. It is possible to change the character of an urban environment entirely without moving a single brick and the benefits, in terms of improved aesthetic appeal, greater enjoyment of the area combined with clear economic benefits are compelling.

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city in daylight is a fixed thing.

The buildings are immutable – for better or worse – and architectural gems sit alongside cultural horrors in whatever pattern has been chosen by the planners and designers.

Love it or loathe it, it is what it is.

But as soon as darkness falls, the situation changes completely. Our perception of the space, the relative importance of individual buildings or landmarks and the routes we use to travel around are all dictated by light. A good lighting scheme can be truly transformational, allowing a city to reinvent itself.

Just such a transformation is being executed in Leicester where the Connecting Leicester scheme is an ambitious project to create a connected, safe, family-friendly and cohesive environment in what had become a fragmented and unwelcoming urban environment.

Sutton Vane Associates has been involved in the initial phases of what is a longterm project, as the council recognised that lighting has a key role to play in the reinvention process.

Key to the success of any urban lighting project is harmony. If the lighting is considered holistically, rather than allowing individual buildings or features to be lit individually, then

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Drainage & Wastewater

UK’s first eco town harvests the rain 91 brand new, true zero-carbon homes in Bicester, Oxfordshire, have been fitted with complete rainwater harvesting and stormwater management systems from Graf UK – helping them achieve Code for Sustainable Homes Level 5 standards and minimise flood risk.

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To reach Code for Sustainable Homes Level 5 standards, A2Dominion needed to limit each property’s potable water consumption to just 80 litres per person per day

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he homes are the first to be built in the UK’s first ever eco town, North West (NW) Bicester, as part of the Elmsbrook phase of the project. On completion, Elmsbrook will comprise a total of 393 highly energyefficient, true zero-carbon homes. These include a mixture of privately-owned houses and flats, as well as affordable housing, all of which are fitted with extensive efficiency measures, such as solar PV panels and triple glazing. To reach Code for Sustainable Homes Level 5 standards, developer A2Dominion needed to limit each property’s potable water consumption to just 80 litres per person per day. As well as reducing pressure on the mains supply, flooding protection was also a key concern – so they enlisted the expert help of civil engineering consultancy Infrastruct CS Ltd to specify a water management solution.

The Infrastruct team worked with Graf UK to design, install and commission a complete rainwater harvesting and stormwater management package for each of the 91 properties – consisting of a 1500L Platin tank and a soakaway made of Rain Bloc modules.

Tim Trotman, Director at Infrastruct, explains: “Graf UK is a company that’s local to us, and we’ve worked with them several times before – so we knew they could help us find the right water-saving solution to meet the needs of this unique project. The Platin tanks sit out of sight underground, and use submersible pumps to feed collected rainwater into a header tank in the loft of each home. The header tanks then gravity-feed the water to the properties’ bathrooms, where it is re-used for sustainable toilet flushing.

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91 true zero-carbon homes in Bicester have been fitted with complete rainwater harvesting and stormwater management systems

The Infrastruct team worked with Graf UK to design, install and commission a complete rainwater harvesting and stormwater management package

NW Bicester – and rainwater harvesting plays a key role in ensuring we are managing natural resources to the best of our ability.The Graf UK systems mean Elmsbrook residents are now benefitting from cost-effective, efficient rainwater harvesting, as well as a solution that helps protect against flooding.”

Engineered with ultimate ease of installation in mind, the unique flat shape and lightweight design of Graf UK’s Platin rainwater tanks means they are groundwatersafe and can be buried at significantly shallower depths than traditional cylindrical cisterns – allowing for up to 80% less digging.The tanks also feature integrated, self-cleaning filter technology for minimal maintenance, as well as wide tank domes for simple filter assembly during installation and straightforward ongoing maintenance – ensuring full peace of mind for end-users.

Graf UK’s Rain Bloc stormwater modules are made from expertly-designed plastic cells that fit seamlessly together to build tailormade, crate-style soakaways.The Rain Bloc black models used at Elmsbrook have a lorrybearing capacity of 60 tonnes with a 500mm earth covering.Weighing just 19 kilograms, the modules are also easy to install and are quick to link together using simple connectors.

Kevin Reed, National Specification Manager at Graf UK, concludes:“It is an absolute privilege to be involved in such a pioneering project.With extreme weather conditions becoming increasingly common in the UK, demand for rainwater harvesting systems that can be combined with stormwater management is on the rise.At Graf UK, we’re committed to offering cutting-edge solutions that are fit for the future – designed with long-term performance and simple, ongoing maintenance in mind.The Elmsbrook development is indeed the perfect example of how RWH systems can be effectively bolstered to provide effective SuDS alongside their harvesting capabilities.”

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“The system is engineered to use hardly any mains water, only diverting to the mains supply if the tank is empty (for example, after a particularly hot, dry spell).This not only helps save water, but also keeps bills down for homeowners and tenants.To manage excess water in the event of heavy rainfall, each rainwater harvesting system has its own soakaway made up of Graf’s Rain Bloc modules.

These stormwater tanks all feed into a central soakaway, where water is gradually released back into the underlying ground conditions in a controlled way – reducing pressure on the drains and minimising flood risk.”

Elmsbrook at NW Bicester is the only development in the UK to meet the Government’s strict requirements for the delivery of eco towns set out in the Planning Policy Statements (PPS1). Elmsbrook is set to boast a primary school, a community centre, an eco-pub and an eco-business and retail centre.

Once finished, NW Bicester as a whole will consist of up to 6000 sustainable homes.

Steve Hornblow, Project Director at A2Dominion, adds:“We’re proud to be leading the way with the country’s very first eco town.

Our hope is that this innovative project will now set the standard for the development of many more sustainable communities in the UK. Environmental integrity is at the heart of

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Disability

Testing standard ISO 17966 ISO 17966:2016 specifies requirements and associated test methods for assistive products for personal hygiene that support users, and which are intended by the manufacturer to alleviate or compensate for disability.Work environments and safety aspects for assistants are also included.

The standard also specifies safety and performance requirements that apply during normal use and foreseeable misuse and failure.

Pressalit Care is aligned with the new worldwide assistive products testing standard ISO 17966

Peace of mind is a weighty issue The most rigorous regime to test maximum weight capacity is applied by Pressalit Care to give ultimate peace of mind and confidence to users of its range of accessible bathroom products.

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ressalit Care’s washroom and sanitary ware is specifically designed to improve bathroom use for those with limited mobility.

Its products, many of which can be adjusted vertically or horizontally for greatest flexibility, include shower seats, washbasins, arm rests and handrails, with each put through rigorous testing procedures to ensure it is able to withstand even the most extreme real-life situations.

Importantly, Pressalit Care is aligned with

the new worldwide assistive products testing standard ISO 17966.This standard addresses requirements and test methods for assistive personal hygiene products that support users with disabilities.

Such is Pressalit Care’s commitment to the standard, it participated in its development as a member of the Assistive Products Technical Committee.Among the criteria covered by the committee were functionality requirements, load requirements, and methods for testing products to meet specifications.

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Pressalit Care advises that all its products are mounted on a solid wall

“Our products are all pushed to the limit in development,” says Andrew Lowndes, UK Sales Manager for Pressalit Care.“That means we can guarantee the performance of our bathroom furniture as safety for users and carers is always paramount.”

Pressalit Care’s testing involves three important elements – dynamic, static and lateral – so covering all potential stress points where users may rely on the products for full weight-bearing support.

Each product has its own individual test procedure. On a support arm, for example, the load which the product can withstand increases the further back towards the supporting wall it is tested. For this reason, Pressalit Care always states the lowest values on the product detail.

“With obesity levels in the UK more than trebling over the last 30 years, it’s more important than ever before that there is total confidence in the ability of our bathroom products to do the job they are being asked to do.This testing procedure demonstrates our commitment to providing confidence and peace of mind to our customers.”

He continues:“Our company’s participation in the development of ISO 17966:2016 further identifies us as a global leader in assistive products for people with disabilities.”

Pressalit Care advises that all its products are mounted on a solid wall, and recommends reinforcement of a wall if it is not stable.

Pressalit Care is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of flexible bathroom and kitchen solutions for installation in hospitals, nursing and care homes, rehab facilities and private homes.Among the Pressalit Care products covered by ISO 17966 are shower seats, changing tables, raised toilet seats, handrails/grab bars, support arms, and height adjustable brackets.

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Specification Spotlight

Company at a glance: Product/Service areas: Metal roofs, walls & cladding Sectors: Hotels & leisure, healthcare, education, commercial, retail, residential

Contacts:

Website – www.euroclad.com Phone – 02922 010101 General enquiries email – john.dunnington@euroclad.co.uk Sales enquiries email – sophie.sheedy@euroclad.co.uk

To meet acoustic and thermal requirements, Euroclad supplied attractive, high performance systems for the roof and walls of the building

High performance cladding systems from Euroclad Founded in 1981, Euroclad has taken huge strides over the last 35 years, consistently investing in people and technology to satisfy customer needs. Euroclad’s metal roof and wall products provide exceptional acoustic and thermal performance for the life of a building; utilising products that are sustainably credible to deliver high performance, cost-effective solutions.

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utting-edge UK manufacturing maintains Euroclad’s position at the forefront of the metal roofing and cladding industry, with innovation leading to the ongoing development of products, including Elite Systems, SF500 and Vieo.These high performance systems and showcase external products have been used to achieve an attractive, striking exterior building design at the new home of ice sports in Wales.

The 6000m2 Ice Arena Wales was built in the popular Cardiff Bay area of the vibrant Welsh capital, working to a design that aspired to create a world-class sports arena, boasting two ice pads and seating for 3000 spectators, with the long-term capability of facilitating World and European standard events.This aspiration was not only achieved but exceeded,

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aided considerably by the willingness for all construction partners to cooperate, with the aim of achieving the best possible solution.

The arena opened in time for the Cardiff Devils home game against Belfast Giants in March 2016.

There were a number of challenges to overcome from the outset, primarily the choice of roof and wall products to achieve the aesthetics. It was important that the chosen solution would sit comfortably on such a high profile sporting building. Euroclad’s Vieo wall profile was chosen to help deliver the sleek, modern and unique aesthetic experience that stood out among other world-class venues.

The functional needs of the building also presented an unprecedented series of challenges, driven by the internal operational environment of the Ice Arena, specifically

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A bespoke product was developed to deliver a thermal conductivity of 0.036 W/mK

temperature control and noise regulation.

Ultimately, the building called for an exemplar building envelope solution that delivered superior thermal insulation and acoustic reduction, which met the requirements of customers, local planning and building regulatory standards.

The combined acoustic and thermal specification of the building envelope was met by the Vieo wall construction and the Secret Fix SF500 roof, supplied as a version of Elite System 3, a defined roof system with specified performance and a system guarantee.To meet the combined requirements, Euroclad supplied attractive, high performance systems for the roof and walls of the building.

A bespoke build-up was developed which required an insulation product that could be installed on all elevations. Specified and

Specification Spotlight The 6000m2 Ice Arena Wales was built in the popular Cardiff Bay area of the vibrant Welsh capital

Specialist contractor Massey Cladding Solutions installed the roof and walls and Managing Director, Ray Massey, commented:

“After designing the roof and walling systems, Euroclad supplied us with the insulation materials we required – I was very impressed with the laboratory tested products, as they met our brief accurately.”

The Vieo walls of the Ice Arena Wales were manufactured from Colorcoat Prisma in Silver Metallic, Grey Aluminium and Anthracite; a solution that provided the building with diverse, complementary colours that define and enhance the distinct aesthetic design.

The Secret Fix SF500 roof was manufactured from Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra pre-finished steel in Goosewing Grey; a solution that complemented the distinct wall aesthetics, whilst also providing superior durability and corrosion protection for the harsher external rooftop environment.

The option to use Colorcoat pre-finished steel products in collaboration with Euroclad as a supply chain partner of Tata Steel ensured superior, tried-and-tested performance, which has been achieved through decades of collaborative testing and joint product development to meet a wide range of specifications. Colorcoat pre-finished steel forms the backbone to many Elite Systems with Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra and Colorcoat Prisma pre-finished steels being the only steel materials that can be used to manufacture the outer sheets of most Elite Systems.

Elite Systems offer a 25-year system guarantee, which covers the entire package of components that are either manufactured

by Euroclad or sourced from the leading manufacturers of construction products.This all combines to add peace of mind for the entire roof and wall systems.This guarantee is underpinned by the Confidex Guarantee

The Vieo walls of the Ice Arena Wales were manufactured from Colorcoat Prisma in Silver Metallic, Grey Aluminium and Anthracite

from Tata Steel.This offers a guarantee directly from Tata Steel to the building owner for the performance of Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra and Colorcoat Prisma, when used in a conventional external building envelope application.

This case study is an excellent exposition that shines a light on some of the great strengths and key benefits of working with Euroclad.The project demonstrates the wide choice of products, the willingness and ability to work closely with the supply chain, and the flexibility to supply standard and augmented systems to suit aesthetics and performance requirements.

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installed as part of the roof and wall systems, the insulation needed to be of single density with a high compressive strength, without being too dense, to avoid any potential for interference with the acoustics.

Through consultation with Knauf Insulation’s technical support team, a bespoke product was developed to deliver a thermal conductivity of 0.036 W/mK.This unique product was developed within Euroclad’s timescales, managing to meet the stringent project specifications, even with a variety of acoustic and thermal testing included as part of the product development.The resultant engineered roof and wall systems were enhanced versions of well-established Euroclad assemblies, which outperformed the acoustic requirement laid out by the design teams. The use of alternative constructions and materials, combined with tried-and-tested products and systems, has identified a new way to construct these systems should exceptional thermal or acoustic performance be required.

The supply chain worked together closely to transform the challenging design brief into reality.An example of this collaborative approach can be seen in the way that the roof and wall systems were developed, with valuable input from all parties, which resulted in a new system that: Achieved the demanding performance requirements; Could be manufactured efficiently; Could be practically installed; Didn’t compromise the desired visual appeal.

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Specification Spotlight The 31.5-acre site holds a special significance in the history of passenger rail

Euroclad keeps project on track One of Euroclad’s most impressive and successful installations of metal roof and wall cladding was the new Hitachi Rail Europe manufacturing facility. Nearly 900 new railway carriages will be made in the brand new factory constructed at Merchant Park, Newton Aycliffe.

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epresenting an £82m investment, the facility for Hitachi Rail Europe is creating around 730 jobs in the production of high-speed, commuter and metro trains.The site will also be home to a research & development facility and 1.1km of overhead electrified test track.

The choice of 9800m2 of Euroclad’s Elite 51 wall system and 38,600m2 of Euroclad’s Elite 1 roof system gives some idea of the sheer scale of the new building. Elite Systems are perfect for this type of construction, providing an attractive finish combined with adaptable performance levels, whilst reinforcing the project’s environmental credentials, with systems having been subject to a full cradle-to-cradle lifecycle analysis.

The profiled steel sheets were manufactured to order at Euroclad’s Cardiff manufacturing facility and delivered to site along with all other components of the Elite roof and wall systems.This single-source solution ensures that the performance of different constructions can be declared with confidence and allows BIM compatibility.

Both the roof and walls were manufactured from Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra pre-finished steel in Goosewing Grey; a very popular

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material and colour choice for this kind of construction and one with a guarantee of up to 40 years directly from Tata Steel to the building owner, when used in a conventional external building envelope application.

In addition to the 44,000m2 main building and test track, the construction phase involved the relocation of 370,000m2 of sub soil and natural rock, which stayed within the site. Products used in this construction included the vast areas of steel roof and wall cladding, as well as a 25kVa power supply, a total of 2000t of steel (comprising 77,700 components) and 3772 Trina solar modules, which will generate a targeted 1MW of electricity.

The 31.5-acre site holds a special significance in the history of passenger rail, with the track adjoining the site being the one that was used by Robert Stephenson and Company to run Locomotion No. 1, the first steam locomotive to carry passengers on a public line in 1825.

In an order placed by the Department of Transport for its Intercity Express programme, 112 of the 122 Class 800/801 train sets (totalling 866 train carriages) will be built at the site, with an ongoing maintenance

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Fact File: Location: Newton Aycliffe Systems: Roof: Elite System 1 Walls: Elite System 51 Material: Colorcoat HPS200 Colours: Goosewing Grey

Elite Systems are perfect for this type of construction, providing an attractive finish combined with adaptable performance levels

programme for the next 27.5 years.The first trains will enter revenue-earning service on the Great Western Main Line in 2017 and on the East Coast Main Line a year later.

Hitachi Rail Europe is also contracted as the supplier of trains to Abellio’s ScotRail programme where the majority of the AT200 commuter trains (46 three-car trains and 24 four-car trains) will also be built at the new facility in County Durham. Further new generation trains are also destined for service across Europe.

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Elite System 3

System Benefits: All products CE Marked Recommended Installers Building Regulations Part L2 compliant Comprehensive technical support

Premium low pitch roofing solution with continuous outer sheets Euroclad Elite System 3 is the system to use for low pitch roof applications where speed of fixing and guaranteed performance is paramount.These attributes are complemented by the continuity of finish, colour and material choice. Elite System 3 has low visual impact, allowing clean uncluttered rooflines.

Systems are available with standard or perforated sheets for acoustic purposes.

Confidex Guarantee with Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra and Colorcoat Prisma Ease of specification, costing and installation Environmentally-friendly components and manufacture Euroclad Elite Plus 25 year guarantee available Euroclad Elite 12 year guarantee Fast installation Very good acoustic performance Lightweight system Manufactured with ISO 14001:2004 accredited systems

SPECIFICATIONS External Spacer system Insulation Liner panel

System components

Manufactured with ISO 9001:2008 accredited systems

Euroclad SF500 0.7mm steel Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra Colorcoat Prisma

Matching flashings

Quattro 0.040 W/mK Lambda insulation as standard – other options available Euroclad MW5L 0.7mm steel Available from Euroclad: Fasteners Flashings Membranes Non-penetrative clamps for attachment of PV arrays and other roof mounted installations such as walkways Tapes, Mastic and Sealants Fabrications Direct from manufacturer: PV solutions Fall arrest and Fall restraint Standard U-value rooflights Roof penetrations

Mobile manufacturing on-site NBS Specifications Non-combustible Proven components Roll at eaves directly onto the roof Self-curve down to 50m radius Single point procurement and responsibility Zero ODP and no added greenhouse gases.

PERFORMANCE U-value 0.25W/m2K AD-L2A 2010 back stop value compliant 0.18W/m2K 2013 notional building value compliant

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Specification Spotlight EUROCLAD HOUSING PRODUCTS Euroclad has built its reputation within commercial construction over the last 35 years, leading the industry in the research, development and manufacture of profiled metal roofing and cladding. It is precisely this heritage that has been leveraged to develop Vieo and Opus. These are two products that lend themselves – both visually and functionally – to residential

developments. Not only are they costeffective alternatives to traditional materials but they are fast and easy to install, and they look great as part of modern or traditional house designs.

This is the genesis of Euroclad Housing Products and it represents a step change in modern house construction.

EUROCLAD UNVEILS REFRESH BRAND FOR REFURBS Modern methods of construction and innovative materials can transform tired and outdated buildings into attractive and inspiring spaces. In addition to the social benefits, refurbishments can make financial sense, even when the complete building envelope needs replacing.The majority of the building fabric can be retained, saving a significant amount of time and money. In

addition, by reusing the functioning parts of the building, the impact on the environment is lowered with material production and transport being greatly reduced. For this reason, Refresh is being developed by Euroclad. Refresh is a suite of refurbishment solutions that enable an expedient, reliable and affordable refresh of a tired or failing building envelope.

BOOTH MUIRIE OFFERS SPECIALIST CLADDING SERVICES Booth Muirie is a Euroclad company that has gained national recognition for the provision of a comprehensive range of specialist architectural cladding services, including design, manufacturing and distribution. Cost effective, time sensitive solutions can be identified, without compromising service quality, through the combined knowledge and expertise within the company. Booth

Muirie uses a range of metal composite materials (MCM), predominantly aluminium composite materials (ACM), to manufacture rainscreen cladding systems. MCMs consist of two thin skins of aluminium or other metals such as copper, zinc and stainless steel, continuously bonded under tension to either side of a thermoplastic or mineral core.

OPUS SETS THE BENCHMARK FOR PLANK CLADDING Opus is a plank cladding product that can be installed as part of an Elite System and, like Vieo, is suitable for almost any application; from large, modern engineering facilities, to unique residential developments. The Opus planks are manufactured by an advanced new coil-fed rollforming machine and are available in pre-finished steel, painted aluminium and zinc. Plank cladding has become increasingly popular due to its competitive Download product data sheets and brochures at www.euroclad.com T: 02922 010101 E: john.dunnington@euroclad.co.uk Euro Clad Limited, Wentloog Corporate Park, Wentloog Road, Cardiff, CF3 2ER

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cost and highly attractive finish. Its adaptability also gives it a much broader appeal than many cladding systems, being capable of forming structural, thermally efficient walls that offer the élan of a rainscreen facade.

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Green Roofs

Set in spacious rural grounds with ‘Music House’, a former mansion, at its heart, the school provides expert tuition for musically-gifted students

Kemper System hits the right note Stuart Hicks from roofing specialist, Kemper System, discusses the installation of a Stratex Warm Roof System at Yehudi Menuhin School’s new practice rooms scheme, as part of a green roof build up.

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mongst those who aspire to reach the highest standards of excellence in classical music, the Yehudi Menuhin School, near Cobham in Surrey, is almost as famous as the globally-recognised violin virtuoso who established the school in 1964 and from whom it takes its name.

Set in spacious rural grounds with ‘Music House’, a former mansion, at its heart, the school provides expert tuition for musicallygifted students from around the world

between the ages of eight and 19. Most are boarders and recent improvements in the residential accommodation at the school have also included development of a new practice house, which will provide facilities for one-to-one tuition and musical practice in an acoustically-controlled environment.

The building also features external hard landscaping that creates an outdoor performance space with amphitheatrestyle steps around a terrace to provide the seating.

Specification considerations Constructed by Sunninghill Construction, the 600m2 single-storey music block comprises 11 practice studios, along with a teaching area, a library, offices, storage, toilets and a kitchen area. The flat-roofed building has an 18mm ply roof with numerous rectangular roof lights and Miller Bourne specified the Kemper System warm roof having used the same combination of insulation boards and Kemperol cold applied liquid membranes on other projects. The design team worked closely with Kemper System’s technical department to determine the optimum specification for the roof that will provide a BBA accredited 25 year service life.

While all of the roof is flat, various sections have been constructed at different levels, providing a terracing effect that works well with the finished green roof and, along with the glulam timber and glass canopy which reaches out from the main roof over the entrance, adds interest to the building.

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While all of the roof is flat, various sections have been constructed at different levels, providing a terracing effect that works well with the finished green roof

In addition to the practical considerations for the building’s function – such as the extensive acoustic wall build-ups that isolate the sound within each practice room – the scheme’s Brightonbased architect, Miller Bourne, also had to consider the project’s rural location; right on the periphery of the school’s campus, adjacent to a neighbouring farm.

The BREEAM ‘Very Good’ practice rooms development has been constructed as a contemporary building that blends in with its leafy surroundings with a modular green roof and rainscreen cladding and timber.

It also delivers high standards of thermal performance, thanks to its Stratex warm roof system from Kemper System, and these sustainability credentials are further enhanced by its solar PV panels.

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Green Roofs The level changes were amongst the key drivers for specification of the Kemperol cold applied system as the liquid membrane cures to provide a seamless, monolithic and elastomeric membrane that adheres permanently to the substrate and cannot delaminate. As a result, any potential vulnerability to water ingress where the roof steps up or down has been avoided and the system’s proven root resistance as a base for green roof installations provided the client with further assurances that it would offer a robust solution for this application.

Warm roof build up Roofing contractor, Imperial Contracting Limited, installed the warm roof on behalf of main contractor, Sunninghill Construction, applying a primer to the plywood substrate before laying a Kempershield vapour control layer (VCL). Kempershield is a reinforced aluminium, cold-applied, self-adhesive VCL, which can be used on concrete, profiled metal or timber deck substrates.

The installation team then fitted the standard 150mm Kempertherm insulation

With the insulation in place and fully bonded to the substrate, Imperial Contracting Limited could move on to installation of the Kemperol V210 membrane

board, cutting various boards to size on site to fit the exact dimensions of the roof, including the apertures for the roof lights. The rigid PIR insulation board has a dense, closed cell structure that gives excellent compressive strength, along with low thermal conductivity, adding to the robust roof build up. The sections of Kempertherm were adhered to roof using Kemperfix adhesive, which has been especially designed to offer an exceptionally strong bond when used as part of the Stratex warm roof build up.

The flat-roofed building has an 18mm ply roof with numerous rectangular roof lights

With the insulation in place and fully bonded to the substrate, Imperial Contracting Limited could move on to installation of the Kemperol V210 membrane. Kemper System’s D Primer was used to prepare the surface.The Kemperol V210 membrane was then applied in a single wet-on-wet process, comprising the cold applied liquid resin and a 200g flexible reinforcement fleece, which is manufactured using a 25% recycled plastic bottle content.

This combination ensures both durability and flexibility of the cured membrane.

For the details, including the rectangular roof lights, the installation team cut the fleece to size during the installation process, enabling the system to be tailored to the exact dimensions before application of the resin.

Imperial Contracting Limited began installation of the membrane by applying the Kemperol V210 resin to the substrate.The reinforcement fleece was then laid onto the wet resin, with more resin immediately applied on top and rollered to ensure complete saturation of the fleece and removal of any air bubbles or creases before the system was allowed to cure to ensure complete encapsulation of the roof with the reinforced membrane.

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Once the waterproofing membrane was installed on the roof, Imperial Contracting Limited was able to install the green roof elements.

The planting had been agreed early in the design process and had included research of local species to ensure that the roof was in keeping with its local landscape. Consequently, the prepared green roof planting was already at a mature stage of growth when the modules were installed, creating an aesthetically pleasing effect from completion.

The practice rooms building is now fully operational, helping to nurture the next generation of musical talent and provide an informal outdoor venue at this very special school.

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Timber Expo Preview

This year’s Timber Expo will bring together all the key players from an increasingly exciting and diverse international market

Explore the possibilities of timber The most important event in the timber industry’s calendar, Timber Expo, is back for 2016, returning as part of the award-winning UK Construction Week. Strengthening its roots in Birmingham, Timber Expo will take place from 18 to 20th October at the NEC.

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As a result of the strong support of the show by leading associations, its comprehensive seminar programme is full of high-quality content that will make visiting well worthwhile. The show will be the perfect opportunity to get a heads up on the latest developments in the industry and represents the first major event in the industry following the EU referendum.

Leading industry association TRADA will coordinate the Timber Focus Theatre, providing three days of insightful seminar sessions across a broad spectrum of industry trends and issues. With opportunities for the audience to join the debate, the programme offers a unique chance to converse with influential speakers from across the timber industry.

Day one of the seminar schedule will focus on pushing the boundaries of what is possible with timber and will be chaired

by David Hopkins, Managing Director of the Timber Trade Federation (TTF). Topics will include building timber skyscrapers, innovation and growing the timber market with speakers such as Michael Ramage, Senior University Lecturer in architectural engineering at Cambridge University and Jon Shanks, Associate Structural Engineer, Buro Happold and Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Bath.

In the afternoon the focus turns to skills. Led by David Campbell, Membership and Training Director at the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), the session will look at how the industry can

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attract and keep new recruits.

Day two will tackle the challenges of making it easier to specify timber.

Panellists will discuss the introduction of TRADA’s new Timber Pre-Scheme Manual, how the UK’s National Structural Timber Specification (NSTS) has helped get timber specifications right for major sub-contractors and what the industry can do to make it easier to specify timber.

The second day will also look at timber’s role in the custom and self-build market with Richard Bacon, MP for South Norfolk and instigator of the ‘Right to Build’ Act, which has radically changed the commercial landscape in this sector, joining the speaker line up.

The final day of seminars will explore the possibilities of hybrid construction from both an engineer’s, architect’s and CLT supplier’s perspective. Speakers from Buro Happold engineers, Bennett’s architects and KLH will draw on case studies to bring out their key points.

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he event is free to attend and is the only dedicated UK event for the timber industry. Exhibitors will cover the breadth of timber applications from timber frame, sawmills, merchants, glulam, SIPs, CLT, fixings and fastenings, timber cladding, doors/windows, mouldings, skirtings and flooring.The show will also provide the ideal platform for exhibitors and visitors to network, learn new skills, find new products and trade. In 2015,Timber Expo attracted more than 6000 visitors, with 60% of the UK’s top 100 architectural firms represented.

In what has been a hugely eventful year for the trade, the event will be brimming with the latest products, innovations and developments across the sector.

An informative educational seminar programme led by the Timber Research and Development Association (TRADA) will also be held, along with a discussion of the key issues currently facing the industry.

The show is also fully supported by the industry’s leading trade groups and associations, some of which include TRADA, the Structural Timber Association (STA), the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), the Timber Trade Federation (TTF), the Confederation of Timber Industries (CTI), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Construction Products Association (CPA).

Full to the brim with the latest products, innovations and developments within the timber sector, this year’s Timber Expo will bring together all the key players from an increasingly exciting and diverse international market.

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London Build Expo Preview

The free-to-attend, 200-booth exhibition will feature a wide range of leading companies working across the construction industry in London

Sadiq Khan breaks ground on affordable housing pledge

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nder the previous incumbent Boris Johnson, the regeneration site had originally only been set for 28% of affordable housing.The updated plans will now include a minimum of 35% of affordable housing, with the potential for this figure to increase up to 50% in future years following an increased injection of funding and viability reviews.

Barking Riverside is part of a larger growth programme for the borough, which will include delivery of 45,000 new homes and 10,000 jobs over the next 10 years. Leader of Barking and Dagenham Council, Councillor Darren Rodwell, said: “We welcome the Mayor’s approval for the Barking Riverside masterplan.This is a key part of the regeneration jigsaw, not just for Barking and Dagenham, but for London as a whole.”

Councillor Rodwell will be joined

by Andrew Boff, Chair of the Housing Committee at the Greater London Authority, and Monika Slowikowska, Board Member of the House Builders Association to discuss how to tackle the housing shortage at London Build 2016, taking place at Olympia, London, from October 26th to 27th.

The free-to-attend, 200-booth exhibition will feature a wide range of leading companies working across the construction industry in London, including Balfour Beatty,

Bouygues UK, Mercedes, HP, Davlav,TfL, HS2 and Heathrow, among others.The show will also see two days of conference sessions led by the London Chamber of Commerce, Chartered Institute of Building, Greater London Authority, Crossrail, Battersea Power Station and many more.

In addition, London Build is launching a wide range of fantastic features, including an

official Pecha Kucha night in The Architects Hub, and dedicated zones for sustainability sponsored by the Carbon Trust, and skills development supported by the CITB. Tickets to the show are limited, so simply visit the website today to secure your free pass.

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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has given the green light to deliver 10,000 new homes, of which up to 50% could be affordable, on a 180-hectare brownfield site on the banks of the River Thames as part of the Barking Riverside masterplan.

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The show will see two days of conference sessions led by the London Chamber of Commerce, Chartered Institute of Building, Greater London Authority, Battersea Power Station and many more

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CPD Focus

The CPDs can be held at James Latham’s impressive new showroom in the heart of London’s architectural and design community

Latham’s new London showroom to host CPDs

The performance door blanks CPD focuses on five key learning aims

James Latham, one of the UK’s biggest independent panel and timber products distributors, is now offering two RIBAapproved CPD seminars at its impressive new showroom in the heart of London’s architectural and design community.

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howcasing an enormous range of Latham’s exclusive and semiexclusive materials, the 60m2 product specification showroom – which is located at Suite 301 of the Business Design Centre in Islington – has been created to inspire architects and designers, provide expert advice and enable them to keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in surface solutions.

And as well as a showroom, the space will also be used for CPD seminars, training, networking events, presentations, demonstrations and meetings.

The two CPD seminars cover Acrylic Based Solid Surface and Performance Door Blanks.

Both have been developed in conjunction

with the RIBA, and offer a unique opportunity for all construction and design professionals to gain up-to-date knowledge and enhance personal proficiency, plus earn CPD points.

The performance door blanks CPD focuses on five key learning aims and addresses the concept and significance of performance door blanks. It looks at the appropriate documents that make up Building Regulations and its limitations and conflicts.

It also allows those attending to develop an appreciation of door testing and rating for such things as fire and acoustics and demonstrates how this is driven through the increasing demands of legislation as well as looking at some of the developmental areas in door blanks.

The Acrylic Based Solid Surface CPD seminar provides a greater understanding of this versatile material and its potential applications

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Created specifically for architects and designers, the Acrylic Based Solid Surface CPD seminar provides a greater understanding of this versatile material and its potential applications and assists with specifications and material choices.The session covers a number of areas including raw materials, an overview of sheet manufacturing techniques, an overview of fabrication techniques, plus commercial and residential applications including thermoforming and translucency.

Steven Dennard, Specification Manager for Structural Products as well as the Group Door Manager, commented:“Both of these seminars provide educational learning to architects and other specifiers and have been assessed by the RIBA so carry the prestige, good name and industry respect that the RIBA, with its 175-year heritage, provides.”

He added:“All the material we offer is rigorously assessed within strict best practice guidelines by the team of assessors – all of whom are RIBA members and practising architects themselves – to ensure that the seminars are as current and relevant as possible.”

8 www.lathamtimber.co.uk * bdc@lathams.co.uk ( 0207 288 6417

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SIMONSWERK Specification of Hinges CPD SIMONSWERK’s RIBA-approved CPD on the Specification of Hinges will provide architects with the technical knowledge for specifying the correct hinge for the right application.The presentation offers guidance on door specification, legislation, Building Regulations, fire and safety in use, CE Marking – MANDEC – and the Equality Act. SIMONSWERK has over 35 years’ experience in the manufacture of high-quality brass, aluminium and stainless steel hinges for doors, windows and conservatories. Ranges include the outstanding fully concealed TECTUS system and the increasingly popular TRITECH solid brass hinge with concealed bearings and a load capacity of up to 160kg. * sales@simonswerk.co.uk

( 0121 522 2848 8 www.simonswerk.co.uk

Munters encourages all to learn about humidity Munters is offering free CPD seminars to architects, consultants, end users and anyone interested in learning more about the effects of humidity. Munters aims to educate participants

on how moisture can impact a wide range of industries and applications, including buildings, bridges, museums, ice rinks and many more. Accredited by CIBSE, these seminars are tailored to participants’ needs and held at their own premises to make them as convenient as possible.

The seminar covers a wide range of topics which include: an overview of humidity, sources of moisture, an introduction to psychrometrics, calculating moisture loads and the different methods of dehumidification and its benefits. * dryair@munters.co.uk

( 01480 410211 8 www.munters.co.uk/ukseminars

Scotscape CPD breathes life into cities Would you like to discover a vertical greening system which is flexible and lightweight?

Supports enviable plant health and biodiversity? Has minimal lead times and is quick and easy to install? And is cost effective?

Now firmly embedded in the urban dweller’s consciousness, living walls are emerging in cities across the UK, supported by smart commercial businesses, retailers and private customers.

The benefits of incorporating living walls range from reduction of the urban heat island effect, improved biodiversity, thermal benefits to buildings, air quality improvements from interior and exterior walls and flood attenuation. Book a CPD with Scotscape today to discover its Fabric Living Wall system. * sales@scotscape.net

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GRP roof flashings and valley troughs Hambleside Danelaw’s recently RIBA-approved CPD seminar analyses glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) and its use in roof flashings and valley troughs.The seminar covers the history and development of GRP. With many environmental benefits compared to conventional materials, GRP is safe to use in greywater systems and at the end of its service life, is recyclable.The material is durable, easy to install, sustainable and aesthetically pleasing.The CPD guides architects, specifiers and house-builders through the production of GRP, and details the advantages of ‘Dry-Fix’ mortar-free roof construction.The seminar compares good and bad solutions to detailing requirements, demonstrating the use of GRP in a number of best practice applications. * marketing@hambleside-

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Book your Giacomini CPD course now Giacomini is now a CIBSEapproved CPD course provider and is offering two courses.

The first in underfloor heating explores heat transfer, design factors and component applications and gives participants an understanding of how and why underfloor heating systems work. The one hour presentation covers: the theory behind underfloor heating, benefits of underfloor heating, system components, what influences the output,

system design and types of floor build-up. The second course focuses on heat interface units and participants will learn about: central plant heating systems, the role of heat interface units, types of heat interface units, unit components, system design, heat metering and system performance. * helen.gibbons@giacomini.co.uk

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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 housebuilders with comprehensive technical information to aid the wetroom specification process for their clients. * cpd@ccl-wetrooms.co.uk

( 0844 327 6002 8 www.ccl-wetrooms.co.uk

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Rooflights

Barrel vaults are the bespoke daylight solution

Marvault uses Marlon ST Longlife and Marlon FSX, multiwall and solid sheet polycarbonate, offering exceptional impact resistance and surface protection

One of the most cost-effective ways of introducing natural light and ventilation into an existing building is through the specification of rooflights. From leisure and sporting facilities, commercial buildings through to education and health centres, Brett Martin’s Marvault is a versatile, barrel vaulted rooflight system which can capture light at any time of day and be tailor-made to any building.

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popular way to introduce daylight and reduce energy use, CO2 emissions and running costs, Marvault is particularly suitable where aesthetics are important with many designers having a preference for the out-ofplane profile created by vault rooflights.

Bespoke as standard A superbly engineered bespoke glazing system, Marvault can be used to great effect on all types of roofs, including profiled industrial, curved, low pitch or for standing seam built-up metal roofing systems where a secret fix style system is required. They are also the ideal rooflight system for canopy and walkway applications.

Capable of spanning up to 9m, the Marvault roofing system includes an elegant aluminium framing system which can maximise natural daylight. The system allows specifiers to achieve unrestricted lengths for greater design flexibility.

Widely used in schools, public buildings and residential projects due to its durability and excellent weather resistance, Marvault offers versatility, long-term reliability and exceptional detailing.

Glazing options Marvault uses Marlon ST Longlife and Marlon FSX, multiwall and solid sheet polycarbonate, offering exceptional impact resistance and surface protection due to

a co-extruded UV protective layer. And, with thermal performance now crucial at every project, Marvault glazing options are available for U-values down to 1.6W/m2K and can help buildings achieve compliance with Part L of the Building Regulations.

Depending on the desired internal environment, glazing options available in Marvault include clear, bronze and opal polycarbonate.Whilst clear provides direct light, the tinted options reduce solar heat gain, minimise glare from the sun and can provide privacy where necessary.

And where ventilation is a priority, there are a number of opening options for Marvault rooflights to provide natural ventilation, in a choice of manual or powered.

These rooflight systems also offer improved safety, as the rooflight is raised out of the roof plane, making them less easy to walk on.

Built to specification Designed and manufactured in Brett Martin’s own BSI quality accredited and ISO 14001 environmentally accredited factories, these tailor-made Marvault barrel vaults are backed up by comprehensive support from design to specification, and finally installation, ensuring specifiers can help realise their aspirations.

Rooflights make a vital contribution to every building and are often the only way of introducing natural daylight into many buildings. The physiological benefits are enormous – daylight relaxes, improves concentration and makes people feel better.

Architects, specifiers and building owners must switch on to the benefits of natural daylight to save energy, ensure compliance and, crucially, create an environment people want to spend time in.

A popular way to introduce daylight and reduce energy use, CO2 emissions and running costs, Marvault is particularly suitable where aesthetics are important

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Bespoke as standard Tailor-made rooflight solutions for any application

Bespoke Span and Length | Glazing Options | Thermal Performance Every project is unique. So when a truly versatile barrel vault is required Marvault is the winning choice. With runs of unrestricted length and spanning up to 9m, plus a choice of thermally efficient polycarbonate glazing options in a range of solar controlling tints, you need look no further.

Add to this a choice of opening and ventilation options and an elegant framing system suitable for flat and curved standing seam roofs, and Marvault is the only way forward for tailormade vaulted rooflight solutions.

For more information call 024 7660 2022 or email daylight@brettmartin.com www.brettmartin.com

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The centre has a cafe, exhibition space and a retail area

Forbo ‘brings the outside in’ at visitor centre Architects at Nicoll Russell Studios have worked closely with Forbo Flooring Systems to create an attractive and welcoming interior environment at The Kelpies Visitor Centre at Helix Park in Falkirk.

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he centre provides an all-weather, all-year-round facility from which visitors can admire the magnificent 30m high Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures. It also incorporates a cafe, exhibition space and a retail area.

Euan McCallum, Senior Associate at Nicoll Russell Studios, said:“When it came to specifying flooring for the centre, we initially contemplated having an exposed concrete finish, which would reflect the industrial heritage of The Kelpies. However, our client

Forbo’s Allura Stone LVT provides an attractive and welcoming alternative to exposed concrete at The Kelpies Visitor Centre

was concerned that the concrete may feel too hard beneath visitors’ feet and potentially be unwelcoming. So, we contacted Forbo for help as we were aware of the Allura Stone luxury vinyl tile range, which offers an appearance similar to polished concrete but without the associated costs and drawbacks.”

The main public areas of the centre have been fitted with Allura Stone LVT in three colourways – Grigio Concrete, Charcoal Concrete and Natural Concrete.The natural aesthetics and 50 x 50cm format were chosen to blend effectively with the granite paving of the plaza outside.The installation pattern not only reflects the exterior paving but also echoes the patterns of the stainless steel cladding panels on the Kelpies themselves.

Other Forbo products installed as part of the floor scheme include Nuway Grid entrance matting with Coral Anthracite inserts to complement the Allura Stone floor coverings, and Surestep safety flooring for back of house areas, such as kitchens and staff rooms, to help prevent slips and trips.

Euan concluded:“Throughout the entire project, Forbo were very helpful providing advice and all the samples we wanted.They not only assisted with the product selection, they also provided us with technical assistance and gave us a fully detailed specification for laying the materials on the substrate. Overall, we are all very pleased with the finished project and the help we received from the company.”

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Cavity wall thresholds kept dry The name Level Threshold Tray might be considered a misnomer, as it can actually be used in most styles of threshold. This product from Cavity Trays of Yeovil provides a systematic way of protecting thresholds and, in so doing, removes risk.

The Type LTT Level Threshold Tray encapsulates the threshold masonry so the transmittance of damp upwardly and inwardly is prevented. It provides an easy standardised way or ensuring level and low profile thresholds are protected against damp permeation.

Manufactured in solid petheleyne DPC, the Type LTT is available in a range of standard opening sizes. If you happen to be building to a non-standard dimension, a bespoke service operates.

The Type LTT acts as a threshold DPC, and additionally extends downwardly over both faces of the masonry. At either end of the tray the protection rises, and wraps around the reveal masonry. This reveal wrapping allows the horizontal conventional DPC in the masonry wall to terminate

within it either side of the opening, despite being at a different level. Continuity of protection is thus maintained. The reveal vertical closers are able to similarly interface with the ends of the Type LTT, with the moulded upstands providing continuous three-dimensional defence against wet ingress. Similarly the oversite membrane can positively link against the Type LTT moulding.

Suitable for inner and outer masonry skin, the Type LTT is not visible once installed – trimmed finish to exterior face.

In isolating areas most susceptible to damp transference, the Type LTT permits abutting flooring, abutting insulation and DPCs/membranes to continue over an inner skin and converge with an exterior skin that itself is isolated from dampness at the point of convergence.

8 www.cavitytrays.com * enquiries@cavitytrays.co.uk ( 01935 474769

Polyflor Bloc PUR – solid colour flooring for creative interiors Heradesign helps create a cultural icon

Global advertising and marketing agencies, Ogilvy & Mather UK and MEC, have moved their businesses to the iconic Sea Containers on the South Bank.A large-scale, 200-person amphitheatre plays a prominent role in this project where Heradesign ceilings from Knauf AMF are fitted. BDG’s Architects,Toby Neilson and Elena Angulo, explain how Heradesign fulfilled the brief: “For such a key space in the building, we looked for high-quality materials with natural qualities that would provide the desired aesthetic and acoustic properties.We wanted to create an atmosphere that would feel less corporative. Heradesign matched our architectural approach and its surface design was more contemporary and organic than other products.”

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Vinyl flooring specialist, Polyflor, has recently announced the launch of Bloc PUR, a vibrant collection of solid colour sheet flooring in a broad spectrum of 16 enticing colours. Designed to provide either a subtle backdrop or a bold, modern statement in the retail, leisure and commercial sectors, UK manufactured Bloc PUR is a high-performance, heterogeneous sheet floorcovering with a textured matt finish. Bloc features an innovative, fully pigmented, homogeneous 0.7mm wear layer of pure colour.The new Bloc PUR range can be used to create tonal, complementary or harmonious interior design schemes through the availability of greys, neutrals, pastels and brights in its colour palette. * info@polyflor.com

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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 115 to 65mm, making the install easier and more cost-effective. * info@superfoil.co.uk

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Accessible bathroom and wetroom solutions from Schlüter-Systems A significant amount of time and thought is invested into the design of bathrooms for architectural projects.

One design aspect that is important to consider is how our needs may change over time and the accessibility of the bathroom, especially for those with a disability.

This is where barrier-free bathrooms or wetrooms with floor-level showers, easyaccess sanitary ware and the provision of seating areas, can offer a practical, future-proof solution.The huge range of ceramic and natural stone tiles available today means that creating luxurious, stunning, yet safe, slip-resistant surfaces is easily achievable.

Schlüter-Systems can help protect those stunning installations whilst providing a complete solution for a CE marked waterproof floor-level shower area.The uncoupling membrane, Schlüter-DITRA 25, which has been tried, tested and trusted for over 25 years, serves as a waterproofing membrane and a vapour pressure equalisation layer, protecting tile or natural stone coverings from cracking

or debonding.The same features can also be found in the underfloor heating system Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E making it ideal for heated floors and walls in wetrooms with tile and stone coverings.

The tile and stone covering in the shower area must be sufficiently sloped to allow for appropriate drainage.This is easily achieved with the prefabricated levelling and shower tray components, which are available with a point drainage system or a component linear drainage system.

The horizontal and vertical linear drainage system, Schlüter-KERDI-LINE, has been updated to ensure that it meets BS EN 1253, providing a constant 50mm water seal and to meet flow requirements which is in compliance

with National House Building Council (NHBC) regulations to offer a complete system solution.

Schlüter-Systems has a long history of providing solutions for the application of tile and stone.To book a CPD seminar or find out about Schlüter’s CE Marked waterproofing solutions, contact the team today.

8 www.schluter.co.uk * training@schluter.co.uk ( 01530 813396

Fermacell partitioning is “positively” perfect for research complex

Gypsum fibreboard partitioning by Fermacell was specified for a redeveloped research facility for a quadruplet of reasons; its fire and acoustic properties, robustness and weight bearing capabilities to name a few. Some 5000m2 of 12mm squareedged Fermacell was used throughout the University of Edinburgh’s £11m development of the Institute for Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM). Frequent Fermacell specifier, Oberlanders’ brief was to repurpose existing laboratories. Oberlanders’ Senior Architect, Rob Bunworth, said:“The Fermacell systems allowed us the flexibility to specify different variations on partition types dealing with myriad fire and acoustic issues.” * joanne.banks@xella.com

( 0121 311 3480

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Fermacell set to help inspire art and music in Aberdeen Some 14,000m2 of gypsum fibreboard from Fermacell is being installed on the £30m redevelopment of Aberdeen Art Gallery. The square-edged boards are being used throughout to dry-line the project – a major redevelopment by Hoskins Architects of the Grade A Listed gallery, Cowdray Hall and Memorial Hall complex. The fermacell boards will help bring the gallery into the 21st century as large paintings and objects up to 50kg per cavity fixing, and 30kg per screw, can be hung from them without recourse to pattressing. The fermacell boards are also manufactured from recycled materials and are wholly recyclable in themselves, helping towards BREEAM ratings. * joanne.banks@xella.com

( 0121 311 3480

8 www.fermacell.co.uk

Knauf extends ceiling offering to customers

Knauf has added to its ceilings portfolio with the Knauf Slimgrid suspended ceiling system, providing customers with a rapid way to install suspended plasterboard ceilings easily and inexpensively. The system represents a breakthrough in the suspended ceilings market, created to speed up the installation of plasterboard ceilings and reduce the void depth above.

Designed to be quickly connected to form attractive, ridged plasterboard ceilings, Knauf Slimgrid can be installed up to 30% faster than conventional gypsum ceiling suspension systems. The speed and ease of installation comes from the preindexed hole locations which eliminates time taken for the measurement, aligning and squaring of cross tees.

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FILA Cleaner was used to carry out the initial clean on all surfaces – and specified for ongoing maintenance – whilst porous stone surfaces were sealed with solvent-free FILAW68

FILA cleans and protects at Cumbrian Homes development Surface care solutions from FILA’s award-winning Green Line have been specified as part of an extensive tiling project at Cumbrian Homes’ exclusive Carleton Manor Park development.

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he project, by Penrith Tile Centre, includes porcelain and stone surfaces from Ca’ Pietra, Marshalls Tile and Stone Interiors and Verona. FILA Cleaner was used to carry out the initial clean on all surfaces – and specified for ongoing maintenance – whilst porous stone surfaces were sealed with solvent-free FILAW68.

Cumbrian Homes’ Carleton Manor Park includes 44 luxury apartments and houses located in Penrith’s Eden Valley.All porcelain and stone surfaces were installed by Paul Birkett Construction, using Tilemaster adhesives and grouts.The installation followed full specification checks by John Williams from Penrith Tile Centre, who helped design the spaces with the team at Cumbrian Homes.

FILA Cleaner removed all factory and fixing residues and stone and mosaics were then treated with water-based stain proofer, FILAW68

Throughout the development, main bathrooms featured Marshalls’ Tasman woodeffect porcelain and Verona’s Kenyan Grey Mosaics. Lunar tumbled limestone was chosen for en-suites and Astro tumbled marble for kitchens; each supplied by Ca’ Pietra.After installation, FILA Cleaner removed all factory and fixing residues; the highly concentrated, pH-neutral solution can be used at a variety of dilutions for safe, daily and deep cleaning of all surfaces. Stone and mosaics were then treated with water-based stain proofer, FILAW68, which seals and protects without altering appearance or forming a film.

Established in 1943, FILA is a global, ecofocused company. It specialises in surface care products for marble, natural stone, porcelain, terracotta and wood. Combining the traditional values of a family-run firm with innovative product development, FILA products are recommended by over 220 floor manufacturers throughout the world.

Penrith Tile Centre supplies to trade and retail, with stock availability to take away on the day. Its team has over 25 years’ experience within the tiling industry.

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Kährs receives Interiors Monthly award Kährs has been voted ‘Best Solid/Engineered Wood Manufacturer’ by readers of Interiors Monthly. The highprofile award follows the CFJ/CFA ‘Hardwood Flooring Product of the Year’ award, which Kährs received earlier this year.

Kährs’ celebrated range includes over 140 wood floors, spanning traditional styles to design-led ranges featuring colour and textural treatments.All floors are crafted from sustainable wood, with options suitable for domestic and commercial design schemes.

New collections for 2016 include Kährs Chevron and Domani ranges. Offering two very different looks, Chevron includes four on-trend patterned wood floors, which create a traditional parquet look with speed and ease.

New Domani includes seven new one-strip floors, with a discreet contemporary-rustic grain and a hard wax oil finish.All of the new floors are offered in a spectrum of natural colour tones, including chic white and grey

tones, naturals and rich dark browns.

Kährs’ wood floor designs have been chosen for Environ’s recently-completed Keepers Court development in Kings Hill, Kent. Installed over underfloor heating, surfaces chosen included white-toned Oak Linen Artisan and honey-toned Oak Hampshire.The bright, fresh tones reflect the homes’ elegant and airy interior designs, whilst Kährs’ engineered construction provides performance and environmental benefits.

The two Kährs designs chosen are from Kährs’ Artisan collection and Kährs’ European Naturals collection.Artisan includes eight oak and maple wood floors, in colour tones spanning floury and oyster whites, to rich

earthy shades.Tactile surface treatments and oil prefinishes reinforce the contemporaryrustic look. Meanwhile, European Naturals has a strong Scandinavian-style and spans from wheaty and camel shades to warm browns.

8 www.kahrs.com * sales@kahrs.com ( 0239 245 3045

Mapei products specified for tiling renovation Mapei adhesive and grout products have been specified for the installation of a stone pattern in the reception and washroom areas in a refurbishment to the Freemasons’ Hall, London.

Avantgarde Tiling was awarded the contract to design, supply and install a new stone pattern to the reception floor area and to install large format porcelain tiles and feature walls (including stone vanity and credenza tops) to the washroom area.

Mapei products were specified to complete the tiling projects, and included the popular Limestone Ultracolor Plus grout (shade reference 299) which was applied to 70m2 of tiling within the reception area of the building. Kerapoxy white was applied to 94m2 of washroom tiles, ensuring that a stain resistant approach was installed in areas subject to heavy traffic.

The Grade II* listed building is reputed to be one of the finest Art Deco buildings in England and, as such, due to its popularity

was in constant use throughout the renovation work. The reception area was completed over two weekends of work, first requiring a quick setting screed for the installation of substrate. Mapei’s Ultraplan Renovation Screed 3240 was specified for its quick setting properties, allowing Avantgarde Tiling to install a temporary carpet over the substrate so that the venue could be used without any constraints.

The following weekend, the installation of the new stone floor was carried out entirely using Mapei’s Ecoprim T, Adesilex P10 for mosaics, Elastorapid Grey A for fast track floors and Keraflex Grey Maxi for the large format walls. These Mapei products were used due to their suitability for the listed interior of the building.

8 www.mapei.co.uk * info@mapei.co.uk ( 0121 508 6970

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Shackerley’s ceramic granite cladding gives a cohesive look to the Premier Inn hotel and Vue cinema at the new leisure complex

Shackerley delivers premium quality cladding for major North East development Ventilated facade specialist, Shackerley, has supplied over 2100m2 of SureClad ceramic granite cladding for a new Premier Inn hotel and Vue cinema at the £30m Feethams leisure development in Darlington.

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lose to the town centre, and also boasting a lively mix of restaurants and bars, the landmark leisure complex is integral to Darlington’s regeneration strategy.

The ceramic granite cladding was specified

by Darlington-based Niven Architects who were keen to give the development’s tallest and most prominent buildings a high quality external finish. “Although we were working within an affordability envelope, we had no intention of compromising on quality

The SureClad Access system allowed high performance thermal and acoustic insulation to be hidden behind the hotel facade

or design,” commented Director, Peter Hodges. “We selected Shackerley’s SureClad ventilated facade system in contrasting colours and finishes for the Premier Inn, and a combination of render and SureClad ceramic granite facade for the Vue cinema.”

To bring a cohesive feel to the development, semi-polished cream ‘travertine’ ceramic granite was used on both buildings; paired with highly polished black panels on hotel elevations, and with natural, unpolished grey on the cinema. “This offered a costeffective solution whilst achieving a modern quality feel that fitted with our design aspirations,” said Peter.

The Premier Inn’s demanding acoustic and thermal specification called for additional insulation to be fused into the building’s structural panels. Shackerley’s SureClad Access system was employed to overclad this high-performance insulation with ceramic granite, fixing through to the structural framing system.

Tony Blake, Commercial Director at specialist contractor Speedclad, said: “SureClad ceramic granite cladding is a high-quality, well-engineered product and the Access system gives us complete flexibility on site. Being able to install panels nonsequentially makes it easier to set the building out, and if we need to leave any panels out we can come back to complete gaps later.”

“The Feethams complex is an important part of Darlington’s regeneration journey,” commented Paul Spensley, Project Manager at Urban & Civic Plc, the property development and investment company responsible for the project.“We’re very proud of the development and believe it would be difficult to find a better leisure scheme in the UK in terms of quality of finish and operator line-up.”

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Redland clay tiles meet tough planning rules Waterproofing solutions keep guests dry

The roof of a Manchester hotel required general repairs and had failing waterproofing to the parapet walls.The building had been suffering from water ingress from the roof for a number of years.The failed areas of waterproofing required replacing with a flexible waterproof system which could be terminated over the parapet wall and into the existing waterproofing. Remmers Kiesol was used as an injection agent to remedy the damp in the brickwork and is ideal for fair-faced masonry with high moisture penetration. Remmers Multi-Tight 2K was also applied, as it has a crack-bridging capacity five times more effective than the standard flexible mineral based waterproofing systems.

8 www.remmers.co.uk * sales@remmers.co.uk ( 01293 594010

Faced with tight planning restrictions in a conservation area, Mell Homes selected Cathedral Clay Pantiles and Postel Clay Tiles to roof Fosters Croft, its development of three- and four-bedroom homes in the village of Hatfield near Doncaster.

“There were numerous planning conditions for this project so, where we might normally have considered concrete tiles they were not an option for this project,” says Natalie O’Connor, Director of Mell Homes. Neil Barron of BC Tiling explains: “We had already used Cathedral Clay Pantiles on two other developments that had won awards from the NHBC and we like the quality of the product, the reasonable costings and their availability.” * marketing.redland@monier.com

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MINIFLOOR – automating the welding process for a faster, more consistent weld Heat welding for vinyl floorcoverings has been used for years and is considered a crucial factor in the durability and longevity of the flooring surface. It plays an important role by preventing ingress of dirt, bacteria and water into seams. However, welding will only benefit vinyl floorcoverings if carried out properly. A common reason for seam failure is improper workmanship where factors like welder fatigue are evident. A solution to this problem is the MINIFLOOR – a highly innovative drive unit which converts an existing hand welder into an automatic welding machine. This increases the performance of the welding project with a higher welding speed and a more consistent weld finish. * info@welwyntoolgroup.com

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VMZINC flat lock shingles for Stourbridge College refurb

Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet) is a leading provider of further and higher education courses in the Midlands. It operates various learning centres, Stourbridge College having recently benefited from a £4.2m refurbishment.VMZINC diamond-shaped flat lock shingles, brise soleil in QUARTZ-ZINC and QUARTZ-ZINC PLUS were specified by architects Pick Everard for the reception building facades.The pre-weathered zinc gives the building a distinctive appearance and will enjoy an extended service life due to the metal’s natural patination. Flat lock panels can be as thin as 0.7mm, have interlocks on all four sides and utilise concealed fasteners. * vmzinc.uk@vmzinc.com

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Live welding demos and discounts at IKO Polymeric stand

Live hot-air welding will show the remarkable qualities of IKO Polymeric’s Spectraplan TPE membrane on stand B4/1005 at the Build Show this month.The BBA certified single ply combines the best performance characteristics of PVC and EPDM membranes and can be welded between 200-600˚C. Spectraplan also has very good environmental characteristics. It’s free from chlorine and plasticisers and doesn’t require solvents for installation.

It’s also manufactured to ISO 9001 and 14001 for quality and environmental management and BES 6001 for responsible sourcing of products. * polymeric.marketing@iko.com

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A history lesson from Redland

Redland, a leading manufacturer and supplier of pitched roof systems, has added a third tile to its Rosemary Clay Craftsman range: the Victorian.With a darker and grittier texture than its Hawkhurst and Albury stablemates, the new addition is designed to give traditional roofs a greater depth of texture and character. “The new colour has been introduced as a result of market research we carried out with a selection of our customer base,” said David Patrick, Head of Marketing at Redland.“They told us they liked the Craftsman tiles but wanted a darker, more aged-looking tile to fit in with areas of conservation.”

8 www.redland.co.uk * marketing.redland@monier.com ( 01293 666700

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AluK specified for Lifetime Homes at Orchard Village The former Mardyke Estate in Rainham, east London, has undergone a substantial transformation to make way for a new residential development, Orchard Village.

Designed by PRP Architects and developed in its entirety by Willmott Dixon, the project specified AluK aluminium curtain walling, window and door systems throughout all four phases, three of which have been completed.

The design brief required all homes to comply with Lifetime Homes standards which are based on inclusivity, accessibility, adaptability, sustainability and good value.

AluK SL52 curtain walling, 58BW TBT (tilt before turn) window, 58BD balcony door and GT55 TB commercial entrance door systems were specified for each project phase. In the case of windows and doors, Lifetime Homes requires that occupants have a reasonable line of sight from a seated position in the living room, and the use of at least one window for ventilation in each

room. The AluK 58BW TBT window and 58BD balcony door systems were designed with the tilt turn handles below 1200mm from the finished floor to meet accessibility requirements.

To meet security requirements, all windows and doors complied to the Secured By Design (SBD) initiative, with the GT55 TB commercial door systems integrating electric strike access with key fob entry. The AluK GT55 TB is believed to be the first aluminium commercial door system to be SBD-accredited.

The AluK systems specified have slim sightlines and profile sizing to meet bespoke design requirements. The aluminium profiles are thermally broken, providing the homes with energy efficiency qualities that comfortably exceed the current Building Regulations Part L1A minimum U-value of 2.00 W/m2K.

8 www.aluk.co.uk * info@aluk.co.uk ( 01633 810440

Clement steel windows provide modern thermal performance

Levolux takes off in Boston

Boston Logan International Airport’s new 10-storey west car park showcases some innovative design features, including an impressive external screening solution from Levolux. Levolux’s popular Infiniti Fin system was utilised to incorporate aerofoil-shaped fins on the south and west elevations.The fins, each measuring 500mm wide by 90mm thick, are formed from extruded aluminium and are fixed vertically to the face of the structure. Set at an angle of 45°, the fins effectively obscure views into the car park from neighbouring buildings.At the same time, the openness of the fins helps to maximise daylight levels within the car park, while allowing good outward visibility for its users.

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Clement Windows’ bespoke EB16 steel window range has been chosen to replace the original single glazed fenestration at Harleyford Court, a residential building within Lambeth’s Vauxhall conservation area. Like many of its neighbouring towns,Vauxhall is undergoing a major transformation by Lambeth Borough Council. The council’s vision is to recreate Vauxhall as “the living town centre it once was”.

The Vauxhall regeneration and development project includes restoring existing historical buildings, as well as providing modern new buildings and facilities. Clement’s EB16 window range benefits from slim 16mm glass units, is krypton filled and Part L compliant, offering improved thermal efficiency over that of the original windows. * info@clementwg.co.uk

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Phoenix balustrading rises to the occasion

Cooke Brothers is making a significant investment in the launch of a comprehensive modular stainless steel handrail and balustrade system – the Phoenix range. Phoenix is an innovative balustrading and handrail solution undergoing testing to all relevant European standards and Building Regulations. Because it is an entirely modular system, the Phoenix Balustrading range allows complete design flexibility. With myriad tube and infill panel options to create a ‘wow factor’, it can be adapted and bespoke manufactured to suit any plan and design scheme with ‘mix and match’ solutions. * sales@cookebrothers.co.uk

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Doors, Windows & Facades Glazerite installer completes anti-ligature project Eurologik in heritage colours wins planners’ approval Proposing three different colours of Eurologik 70 window from Eurocell – a leading manufacturer of PVC-U windows – helped Bloor Homes successfully address the concerns of South Hams District Council’s (SHDC) planning department and provide an attractively-varied external appearance at its Woolston Fields development.

Eurologik provides clean sight lines due to its unobtrusive gasket line and slim profile, while its 70mm front-to-back dimension enables timber frames to be replaced seamlessly.

The three colours selected – Chartwell Green, Cream White, and Moondust Grey – complement the heritage style appropriate to the area, while the windows themselves were fitted with sculpted ovolo beads and Georgian bars that suited the Country Cottage design.

8 www.eurocell.co.uk * chris.coxon@eurocell.co.uk ( 0800 988 3049

Doncaster-based AK Glass and Glazing has recently completed a demanding project at a specialist rehabilitation hospital in Cheadle, Stoke on Trent. Director Ian Gelantly, who was part of the installation team, along with contractors Pacey & Wheatley, explains:“We have worked with Pacey & Wheatley on a number of care home projects over the years, and after supplying a sample of VEKA’s Matrix 70 anti-ligature casement that was supplied by The Glazerite UK Group, we were pleased to win the contract.The approved and proven antiligature handles and window restrictors were fitted externally, and met the strict specification from Woodhouse for the new hospital unit.” * sales@glazerite.net

( 01933 443222

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Spectus unveils major new ancillaries range

Spectus has delivered a major boost to fabricators and installers with the launch of 40 new ancillaries, more than doubling its existing offering and creating the most extensive and versatile range of its kind.

From bay jacks to frame packers, Georgian bars to drip bars, couplers, lugs and architraves, the new Spectus ancillary range gives fabricators and installers more choices than ever and more opportunities to finish every single job exactly the way it is meant to be, in looks and functionality. The launch is the result of significant investment by Spectus into product development, including re-tooling of common sections. * marketing@spectus.co.uk

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Mumford & Wood Conservation Casement windows for Arts & Craft refurb

Timber Conservation windows and doors by Mumford & Wood have been specified in the refurbishment of a 1930s Arts and Craft property in Buckinghamshire, which is typical of the local vernacular.Windows and doors were in a poor condition, a mix of rotting timber and inappropriate, ill-fitting plastic.All were replaced with high-performance, double glazed Conservation products, which not only made an immediate improvement to the aesthetics of the property, but changed the interior ambiance with style, light, warmth and comfort. Homeowner, Claire was introduced to Mumford & Wood by her Architect Alison Watts of Wide Sky Architects, and several site visits took place before the window specification was agreed and signed off. * sales@mumfordwood.com

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Senior shines new light on Edinburgh’s buried treasures After being confined to darkness for decades, the once abandoned Waverley Arches in Edinburgh have been given a new lease of life. Surrounded by Edinburgh’s rich history, the once boarded up arches have been sympathetically designed

by Union Projects and Staran Architects to provide modern and comfortable retail spaces that have been opened up by the use of Senior’s extensive range of aluminium glazing solutions. Installed by GG Glass and Glazing, each of the units feature Senior’s thermally-enhanced SF52 aluminium curtain walling, SPW600e windows and robust SD commercial doors. The aluminium frames were powder-coated at Senior’s in-house facility to create a black matt finish that perfectly complements the railway arches. * enquiries@sasmail.co.uk

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Kawneer systems help with healthcare in Scotland Work has begun on the installation of Kawneer curtain walling, windows and doors on the new £270m state-of-theart Dumfries and Galloway Hospital. The Kawneer systems – AA100 zone-drained and SSG (structurally silicone glazed) curtain walling with 50mm sightlines,AA720 heavyduty commercial entrance doors and AA720 pivot and top-hung casement windows – are being installed by specialist subcontractor CMS Window Systems throughout the main acute district hospital building and three annexes.These comprise a diagnostic and treatment bar, inpatient pavilions and a women’s and children’s hospital, all of which are individually expressed to create a vibrant but ordered composition.

8 www.kawneer.co.uk * kuk.kawneer@alcoa.com ( 01928 502500

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One of the engineering challenges on the project was the connection of the perforated copper cladding panels to the Comar 6EFT curtain walling

Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems enhances student accommodation

The University of Birmingham’s new Chamberlain Hall student accommodation is an impressive example of regeneration. In keeping with the surrounding landscape, the project comprises two linked, tall towers – 17 and 21 storeys high – and five ‘finger’ blocks.

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he facade had to provide function as well as form. Daylighting is vital to aid with studying – no dark, gloomy corners; a light and airy interior is desirable. Natural ventilation was a must, however, in keeping with the structured facade, open-in windows were required, fronted with ventilation panels.

These were to allow ventilation, yet not

Continental Installations worked closely with Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems and main contractor Balfour Beatty on the complex facade

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impact on the facade’s integrity, maintaining the clean lines and sleek elevations.

Making the facade work and integrate with all the cladding elements involved, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems designed new methods of fixing. The flush facade was a must and all the elements – Comar glazing, mesh and copper panels – needed to integrate.

One of the engineering challenges on the project was the connection of the perforated copper cladding panels to the Comar 6EFT curtain walling. This connection had a few considerations, such as the metals being at opposite ends of the galvanic table, aesthetic demands, thermal performance and the structural considerations of loading panels to Comar 6EFT curtain walling.

Continental Installations worked closely with Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems and main contractor Balfour Beatty on the complex facade. The team designed a bespoke capping profile which was extruded with reinforced walls, capable of fixing the copper panels directly to it.

A heavy-duty pressure plate, with a fixing port arrangement, was used to mechanically fix the capping to the pressure plate.

Subsequent regular fixings then transmitted

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This bespoke design included full-height, inward opening windows, which sat behind the facade

the applied loads back to the rear structural mullion member to ensure there was no thermal bridging. All connections were fully isolated to prevent bimetallic corrosion.

This bespoke design then included inward, full-height opening windows, which sat behind the facade – Comar 5P.i Advanced Tilt/Turn open-in windows were selected. These windows were perfect for the application as they offer slim sight-lines, thus maximising daylighting as well as the profiles themselves which have thicker walls that provide robustness and large spans to ensure they stand the test of time.

On the window elements, Comar 5P.i Advanced Tilt/Turn open-in windows were selected. These tilt/turn windows are perfect for the application; they offer slim sight-lines to maximise daylight, as well as the profiles themselves which have wide wall thicknesses that provide robustness. The wire mesh was fitted directly onto the window.

The five ‘finger’ blocks were sited to draw people through the buildings and connect with the landscape beyond. Fullheight windows were selected, again, from the Comar 5P.i Advanced Tilt/Turn range.

Fritted glass was used to the bottom of the glazing, allowing light, but preventing items below the desk being seen from the outside.

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Doors, Windows & Facades BJ Waller provides specialist ironmongery to dementia care unit Crittall – best thing since sliced bread for flour mill restoration A historic flour mill in Ramsgate has been transformed into luxury apartments with Crittall windows.When a redevelopment of the Grade II Listed building was mooted, local planners were keen to protect the historic nature of the original structures.

“We specified Crittall windows because the original building had steel casements and we wanted to upgrade to something that was in-keeping with this,” said Chris Chambers, from architects GPM2 Design. Crittall’s W20 windows were, in many cases, installed in existing openings and where original doorways were filled in to create windows.

The Crittall product was also specified for two existing cottages on the site.

8 www.crittall-windows.co.uk * hq@crittall-windows.co.uk ( 01376 530800

BJ Waller has provided specialist hardware to meet the needs of the new dementia care unit at Margaret House in Barley, Hertfordshire.

The 24-bed unit is located in a purpose-built environment adjacent to the main house. BJ Waller was commissioned to provide the ironmongery schedule for the 74 doors. For security doors, BJ Waller provided an electronic access system requiring keypad operation. For bedroom doors, high-quality stainless steel lever handles have been used for simple one-handed operation.This is complemented by electronic, swing-free door closers, allowing people to safely enter without risk of the door slamming shut, as well as panic release locks for ease of opening in emergency situations. * luke@bjwaller.co.uk

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Easy exit from Jack Aluminium The Multiblindo security lock is the latest addition to Jack Aluminium Systems’ range of emergency access and anti-panic door systems. Available in ‘easy exit’ and remote access options, it helps specifiers of commercial buildings add value to projects. The lock and three-star cylinder from Iseo includes a fully enclosed steel lock case and reinforced bolts with carbon-nitrite steel layers for high cut and drill protection. This adds an impressive high security standard to the door, making it ideal for commercial and public sector applications. Multi-functional with the option of an electronically-operated version, specifiers can choose from a key pad, switch or key fob for access to the building. * sales@jackaluminium.co.uk

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The new glass entrance connects the gallery to the surrounding park and features two sets of sliding glass doors

GEZE UK entrance is a work of art When the Whitworth, part of The University of Manchester, launched an architectural competition for its extension, it wanted a design that would make its important collection accessible to a wider range of visitors and re-establish the relationship with its grounds, home of England’s first gallery in a park.

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he winning design, by McInnes Usher McKnight Architects (MUMA), is both sensitive and inspirational – glass, stainless steel and brick have been married with the Grade II listed building to create an elegant exhibition space overlooking the park. And with over 440,000 people visiting each year, GEZE UK was chosen to create an automatic entrance to ensure that the building – and therefore the art – is accessible to all.

The new glass entrance connects the gallery to the surrounding park and features two sets of sliding glass doors powered by GEZE’s Slimdrive SL NT automatic operators. The doors have been positioned directly opposite each other to create a lobby. This contributes to sustainability by ensuring heat loss and gain is minimised without limiting accessibility.

It also helps to ensure a pleasant even temperature for visitors and staff, without blasts of hot or cold air when the doors are opened.

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Thanks to its slim design and a drive unit height of just 7cm, the Slimdrive SL NT operator has been discretely installed so it is barely noticeable to the user. The operators are finished in the same brushed simulated stainless steel finish as the porch structure and two 130mm diameter stainless steel bollards with push pads have been installed to allow visitors to activate the doors.

Pocket screens have been installed to ensure the safety of visitors to the gallery.

As with all GEZE’s automatic operators the Slimdrive SL NT enables compliance to the Equality Act and BS 8300.

The Whitworth’s £15m extension project has already been recognised by the architectural community scooping a RIBA National Award 2015, Building of the Year in the RIBA North West Regional Awards and two AJ Retrofit Awards – Cultural & Public Buildings and Heritage & Listed Buildings. It has also been awarded the Art Fund Prize for Museum of the Year 2015 for ‘redefining the way that it engages with its public, connecting

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The Slimdrive SL NT operator has been discretely installed so it is barely noticeable to the user

the building and surrounding park’. It was also was shortlisted for the RIBA Stirling Prize.

Andy Howland, Sales Director of GEZE UK added: “The Whitworth is a culturallysignificant building with a collection of huge national importance, so it was a privilege to be involved in creating an entrance that would help make it easily accessible to the thousands of people that visit each year.

“The Slimdrive SL NT has been designed to be aesthetically pleasing whilst offering exceptional functionality and reliability, which is why it is chosen time and again for buildings such as the Whitworth that have high levels of footfall.”

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T Keylex mechanical digital locks were supplied by Relcross via IRM of Yate for the new North Somerset Enterprise and Technology College campus

Keylex unlocks staff room access at Weston’s new college Keylex mechanical digital locks have been installed on the doors of the staff rooms and the first aid room at the new North Somerset Enterprise and Technology College campus, just completed by main contractor BAM Construction. The locks were supplied by Relcross via IRM of Yate, near Bristol.

The K700 lock that was specified is a standard duty, high security lock ideal for many hundreds of operations per day

he majority of doors at the new £12m complex are controlled by proximity cards, issued to all students and staff, but some areas are designated for separate control by mechanical digital locks. These are the four staff rooms plus the first aid room and similar Keylex locks are already fitted to all the other staff rooms and first aid rooms on the other college campuses.

This provides a common access control solution for all of these areas giving immediate access for authorised users without the need for a proximity card.

The K700 lock that was specified is a standard duty, high security lock ideal for many hundreds of operations per day.

It has an entirely mechanical operation with no electronics or electrical wiring involved. Code combinations from 12 buttons provide over 4000 code permutations from the recommended three to six digit codes. The slipping clutch mechanism nullifies forced attack or vandalism from the outside and the stainless steel buttons will not indicate regular usage patterns. Free exit is allowed from the inside, without code entry, regardless of the lock status. The lock can also be set to allow free access from both sides when required.

Relcross’ Sales and Marketing Director, Stuart McMaster, said: “While electronic access control can be very effective, there are still circumstances where a mechanical digital lock is the best option. It’s a quickfix solution. No wiring is required, there are no batteries to replace, just solid mechanical reliability for which Keylex locks are renowned.”

North Somerset Enterprise and Technology College is a free school for 14 to 19-year-olds and has a strong focus on science, technology, engineering and maths. The school opened in 2014 based at Weston College’s South West Skills campus, but has now moved to its brand new, purpose-built home. The new £12m building is in Weston-superMare’s junction 21 Enterprise area and includes an all-weather sports pitch, canteen, lecture theatre, sports hall and technology and enterprise spaces, as well as a purpose-built science floor with laboratories and an outdoor terrace for experiments. NSETC is part of the Inspirational Futures Trust, which is sponsored by the Weston College group.

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Where low impact environmental interiors are required, Amwell’s Sylan can be specified in Real Wood Veneer which is FSC certified

Five important considerations when selecting your washrooms Amwell Systems provides a wide range of washroom solutions and its specialist team are on hand to provide advice and make recommendations based on your requirements.

However, there are five key considerations that you can take into account when starting your project to ensure that the correct washroom is specified.

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nderstand your environment.

Selecting the right material for the environment of your washroom is crucial for your project; it will determine how long the washroom will last.

A medium to high traffic, dry environment, such as an office washroom, would be suited to high pressure laminate (HPL). Amwell’s Minima range in HPL fulfils all practical requirements whilst providing a modern, sleek look at a budget-friendly cost.

A glass cubicle system would be ideal for a leisure centre or spa that requires a waterresistant washroom whilst keeping a high-end look. Manufactured from toughened safety glass, Amwell’s Coolite range is versatile offering both glass doors and divisions with stainless steel fixtures and fittings.

Comfort and privacy When specifying your washrooms, comfort and privacy are important issues to consider. Flush-fronted cubicles are an ideal solution to ensure the privacy of users. Amwell’s Urban range is ideal for office and retail environments – with a floating appearance, it provides privacy whilst looking smart and sophisticated.

For leisure environments and schools where privacy is required at the same time as a durable, hard-wearing system, Amwell’s Splash range is ideal. Specified in solid grade laminate (SGL), these cubicles are suitable for high traffic areas and are both completely vandal and water-resistant.

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Equality

When it comes to creating your washroom, it is vital that you understand whether the washroom is going to be suitable for its users. In schools, for nursery age and EYFS children, fun, bright, colours and patterns are important to make toilet time less scary.

Many children aren’t used to going to the washroom alone, so providing a fun and friendly environment is very important.

Amwell’s Playtime and Acorn ranges come in a choice of bright, vibrant patterns and can accommodate differing door heights for supervision and privacy requirements.

The all-important anti-finger trap hinges and emergency release locks bring design and functionality together.

When designing a washroom you need to consider access for everyone.There are various laws and guidelines in place to ensure that equality and consistency takes place, Document M includes the requirements surrounding colour contrast.Amwell Systems provides the light reflectance value (LRV) for its products; these can be obtained at specification stage to ensure that guidelines are being followed from early on in the project.

Corporate guidelines Retail and corporate washrooms are often subject to the same brand identity guidelines as a store front or boardroom.

Amwell’s Sylan ColourCoat cubicles can be matched to any standard RAL colour, providing a high-end, luxurious look that fits in seamlessly with other areas of the building.

Where low impact environmental interiors are required, Sylan can be specified in real wood veneer. All veneers are FSCcertified and sourced from responsible and sustainable forests. Sylan veneer is free from defects that occur in natural wood and ensures that true consistency, pattern and colour can be repeated every time.

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Evinox to exhibit at London Build 2016 Evinox Energy is looking forward to exhibiting at London Build 2016 – one of the leading construction events for London and the south east of England – taking place from 26 to 27th October at Olympia.

London Build provides a great opportunity to explore the latest construction projects in the capital; and the chance to network with thousands of industry professionals, including contractors, developers, local authorities and housing associations.

Evinox manufactures its own range of heat interface units (HIUs), designed with efficiency and end-user comfort in mind.Visitors to stand F88 can find out more about the company’s solutions for communal & district systems. Also on offer from the company,

Sandra Slihte, Evinox Energy’s Technical Design Manager, will be presenting a CIBSEapproved CPD seminar at the exhibition entitled ‘Next Generation Heat Networks – Key Considerations’. This will take place from 1.15 until 2.10pm on the first day of the event.

Evinox Energy combines smart HIU technology with excellent aftersales enduser support and flexible metering and billing services, ensuring the building owner has a hassle-free, efficient development and residents enjoy a comfortable and relaxed place to live.

Evinox looks forward to welcoming you at the event.You can register now to attend the exhibition for free by visiting the London Build website.

8 www.evinoxenergy.co.uk * info@evinox.co.uk ( 01372 722277

weberpral M monocouche render just got better Dolphin Solutions launches Clerkenwell Showroom

Dolphin Solutions has opened the doors to its Clerkenwell showroom. Located in a thriving part of London, this latest studio showcases Dolphin’s ranges in a stylish, inspiring environment, providing visitors with insights into complementary products and their capabilities. With products ranging from the durable Excel range to the behind mirror Alavo system, Dolphin’s innovative washroom solutions make the company a supplier of choice for many architects. Dolphin has recently unveiled its latest addition to the Dolphin Blue collection. The new Dolphin Blue Panel Mounted Manual Tap is manufactured from high-quality, durable 304 stainless steel and cast to ensure the smoothness of inner and external surfaces.

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weberpral M monocouche render by Saint-Gobain Weber has an improved formulation to combat the war against algae. weberpral M is a cementitious, through-coloured render suitable for one-coat application to suitable brick or blockwork substrates. Produced from carefully selected raw materials, it’s formulated for pump application, contributing to shorter programme periods, reducing associated scaffolding and site costs and permitting the completion of groundworks at an earlier stage. It’s supplied ready-mixed with only the requirement of clean water to be added on site and is applied in a two-pass operation to a thickness of 20-28mm; it is then scraped when green, giving a minimum render thickness of 15-25mm. * enquiries@netweber.co.uk ( 08703 330070

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Flowcrete UK launches Comfort Resins range Flowcrete UK has launched a new comfort flooring range to provide the developers and designers of commercial and public facilities with finishes that will deliver the necessary practical, aesthetic and budgetary criteria.The Comfort Resins collection includes the systems Peran Comfort and Peran CHD as well as Flowshield Comfort and Flowshield CHD.These self-smoothing and flexible polyurethane coatings are all able to create a durable, seamless and easy to clean surface that will withstand intensive foot traffic, rigorous cleaning as well as the scuffs, stains and scratches that the floor will face on a daily basis. * uk@flowcrete.com

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Ingeny home automation system installed in luxury development Ingeny, a division of Interphone, has teamed up with property developer Chartwell Land & New Homes to install a smart building solution at a new luxury fivebedroom house in Oxted, Surrey.

The Whispers, a prestigious development offering superior specification, required sophisticated home automation that could monitor and manage a wide range of systems to meet exact entertainment, communications, comfort and security requirements.

The Ingeny solution will provide complete control from a dedicated touchscreen, as well as via an app on any smartphone or tablet, making it possible to access and use both in the home and remotely. It has been designed to integrate familiar technology, so complementary systems work seamlessly together.As a result, the new homeowner will be able to centrally-operate lighting, zoned

heating, CCTV, entrance gate and garage doors throughout the house.

Meanwhile, a distributed audio system with in-ceiling speakers has been installed throughout the ground floor and in the master suite to provide a multi-room sound system.

The house has also been comprehensively prewired, so the home automation solution can be tailored to incorporate future requirements including expanded WIFI network, UHD video distribution and home cinema.

Andrew Fenning, Design and Construction Manager at Chartwell Land & New Homes commented:“We pride ourselves on our attention to detail united by a desire to

innovate and deliver the finest quality.With this in mind, we recognise the importance of incorporating the latest technology solutions into our properties to add value and exceed the expectations of the homebuyer. Utilising Ingeny’s longstanding expertise, we have installed a home automation solution that provides added simplicity, convenience and enjoyment to the everyday lives of any future residents of The Whispers.”

8 www.ingeny.co.uk * info@ingeny.co.uk ( 0208 621 6000

Eurocell grows Roomline by the power of four

Extending the potential applications of the time-saving Roomline range of PVC-U skirting boards and architraves, Eurocell – a leading manufacturer of PVC-U building components – has introduced four new designs to its existing skirting and architrave range that will complement any interior; and enable builders, tradesman and competent DIYers to ‘toss out the timber’. Available in two popular colours – White Satin and English Oak – the four new products are a 150mm ogee skirting; a 150mm and 100mm chamfered skirting, as well as chamfered architrave that are ideal for complementing the contemporary appearance of newer properties. Being PVC-U, Roomline is ultra-low maintenance, impact resistant and can make a contribution to flood resilience. * chris.coxon@eurocell.co.uk

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Hunter Douglas showcases expertise at £16m leisure centre The showpiece £16m leisure and community centre at Ashington in Northumberland includes two stunning ceiling systems, manufactured

by Hunter Douglas. The first – a visually striking 640m2 wood linear open ceiling – stretches across the entire entrance and main atrium.

Finished in American red oak, it was made to 111mm module, with each plank measuring 92 x 15mm. Hunter Douglas’ special demountable clips, which allow up to 50% demountability, were used, while the 19mm gaps between the linear wood panels are visually closed by an acoustic fleece to improve interior sound absorption.

Hunter Douglas also manufactured and supplied expanded metal acoustic rafts beneath an exposed soffit in the gymnasium. * info@hunterdouglas.co.uk

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Spectus unveils new Specification Guide

Spectus has capped one of its most dynamic years ever with the launch of its latest Specification Guide, with information on two completely new PVC-U systems, a vastly extended stock foil range and updates on specification, legislation and other features of the Spectus product range.The biggest additions in this edition are Spectus’s all-new Flush Casement and Flush Tilt & Turn systems, both already winning the acclaim of architects and specifiers. Among other updates, the Guide outlines how Spectus is working to support architects and specifiers in the drive to reduce environmental impact in line with Government and European policy.

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Sottini’s new collection defined by craft and creativity Sottini, the timeless bathroom brand built on a heritage of quality and innovation in design, has unveiled an exciting addition to its portfolio, Mavone.

The collection embodies accessible luxury and is characterised by Sottini’s attention to detail and contemporary design aesthetic, with a selection of dedicated furniture units, a compact corner basin and WC bowls.

Each piece has been developed individually

with high design specifications and precision engineering, ensuring every piece is a work of art and a design statement.

Innovative and versatile, the collection reflects the contemporary taste for clean lines with a timeless elegance and has been

designed with space saving and modern living in mind, offering smart solutions to suit a range of small to large spaces – at an accessible price point.

There are seven basin options to choose from, with sizes starting in a small 45cm handrinse basin to a larger 100cm vanity option.

The WC range includes innovative AquaBlade technology, offering industryleading aesthetics and unrivalled hygiene.

The ceramics are accompanied by a sleek furniture collection, comprising of simple yet stylish furniture units and fixings, in a choice of four elegant colour options: white, light grey, dark taupe and light wood – all available in either a gloss, matt or classic wood finish.

The new Sottini vision invites customers to simply imagine their own unique bathroom space with products designed to work in harmony with each other, enabling customers to design their perfect bathroom and form an emotional connection with their surroundings.

8 www.sottini.co.uk * sottinisales@sottini.co.uk ( 0800 834226

F. Ball launches Styccobond F49 Hybrid PS

Optima results for Epwin customer BBH Following its recent switch to the Profile 22 Optima system, Epwin Group customer BBH has reported great interest to the new system and one of its busiest years yet. Director Graham Norman explains: “We have been with Epwin and Profile 22 for many years now, and looked forward to fabricating the new Optima range. As we all know, technology doesn’t stand still and the industry continues to evolve and drive forward with the latest advances.

And with that in mind, the Optima range certainly didn’t disappoint.The new design of the sculptured frame is a lot more modern and the 70mm depth lends a more sleek, strong and slim line look.”

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F. Ball and Co, a leading manufacturer of flooring adhesives and subfloor preparation products, has launched Styccobond F49 Hybrid PS, a revolutionary development in temperature tolerant vinyl adhesives.This new pressure sensitive adhesive offers instant initial grip, combined with ultra-high bond strength, providing contractors with the familiar reassurance of high initial tack and, when fully cured, it develops the strength to hold vinyl sheets and tiles securely in place across a huge range of temperatures.

The water-based adhesive has been specifically developed for use in conditions, which are subject to extreme temperature fluctuations as low as -20 and up to +60°C. * mail@f-ball.co.uk ( 01583 361633

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Fall protection covered with new Kee Cover

In response to falls through roof lights resulting in almost a fifth of all fatal working at height accidents, Kee Safety has launched Kee Cover. Kee Cover is an innovative protection system that has been designed to protect roofers and maintenance teams from falling through roof skylights without blocking out the light they are supposed to let into a building. Kee Cover is a modular system incorporating the strength and reliability of Kee Klamp fittings and tubes and a mesh panel. The system can be constructed while on the roof so is delivered in component form, thus making it easy to transport up to the roof. * sales@keesafety.com

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Building Elements Polyflor launches new Camaro collection for the home Pendock produces bespoke collars for new development

As an encasement solution provider, Pendock’s most recent contract has focused on a high-end property development, where it was tasked with helping to achieve the architect’s highest – or lowest – aesthetic ambitions. In fact, some 69 GRP Circular Skirting Collars – plus spares – have been specially produced for Berkeley Homes’ high profile new project at Chelsea Bridge overlooking Battersea Park, known as the Vista Project. They are being installed around the base of 400 and 500mm diameter concrete columns to match the skirtings used throughout the 453 apartments; many of which will command multi-million purchase prices.

8 www.pendock.co.uk * sales@pendock.co.uk ( 01952 580590

Polyflor, a commercial and residential vinyl flooring specialist, has launched a brand new Camaro PUR luxury vinyl tile collection designed for the home.The updated Camaro domestic flooring range includes 30 stunning, authentically-reproduced wood and stone effects which live up to the level of beautiful design and high performance that flooring contractors and customers alike have come to expect from the Camaro brand.

Following extensive design, trend and performance research, Polyflor’s experienced product designers have hand-selected a collection of 18 wood designs and 12 stone effects for the new Camaro collection.With a 10-year residential guarantee, the range includes bestselling existing shades alongside exciting new additions. * info@polyflor.com

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Firestone still performing at SSE Arena, Wembley, 10 years on The SSE Arena, Wembley, has played host to countless world-class performances over the years and Firestone is now celebrating one of the most enduring – the UltraPly TPO roofing membrane that was installed 10 years ago. As part of a £35m refurbishment completed in 2006, the Firestone UltraPly TPO membrane provides a light-coloured, environmentally-friendly solution that is ideal for the building’s 10,000m2 sloping roof. The advanced thermoplastic polyolefin membrane has stood the test of time and is still providing the same reliable protection for the global superstars, music fans and sports enthusiasts that frequent the arena 10 years later. * info@fbpl.co.uk

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Omnie selected for Sutton Coldfield house underfloor heating

The refurbishment of a substantial private house in Sutton Coldfield has underlined not just the versatility and performance capabilities of the underfloor heating systems available from Omnie, but also the comprehensive design support available from one of the sector’s most eminent manufacturers.The entire ground floor of the property in Sutton Coldfield, close to parkland and a popular golf course, now benefits from the installation of the Omnie ClipPlate underfloor heating network. In total, over 1500m of the rugged, 16mm diameter polybutylene pipes were laid into the pre-formed upstands of the ClipPlate panels, and connected back to two custom-built, eight-port Omnie manifolds. * projects@omnie.co.uk

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ROCKFON visibly displays strength and resilience

ROCKFON has recently provided acoustic ceiling solutions for a major refurb programme for the British Army Reserve. The ROCKFON Blanka dB42 ceiling was chosen to provide outstanding acoustic control in the drill hall. ROCKFON Blanka dB42 ceiling tiles offer Class A sound absorption. The ceiling’s high absorption controls the ambient sound level in the hall, preventing echo and increasing speech intelligibility. ROCKFON Blanka dB42 also offers high sound insulation, preventing noise generated in the hall from spreading to adjacent areas. The ROCKFON Blanka range is ROCKFON’s smoothest, whitest ceiling tile ever. The idea behind this focussed around four ‘Bright Ideas’ – whiteness, light reflection, durability and a non-directional surface. * info@rockfon.co.uk

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Marmox roof board re-specified for house restoration

The detailed refurbishment of a house in Wimbledon – designed and built by acclaimed architect, Richard Rogers – is making use of a special composite woodwool board from the range supplied by Marmox to ensure not just the integrity of the work, but also the building’s long term performance.

As well as helping to moderate the indoor environment, the Heraklith Roof Boards also offer a level of thermal and acoustic insulation to the build-up, with woodwool boards being a common specification for flat roofs of that era.They also provide a fire classification of B-s1, d0; while being easy to cut as well as fit and can comfortably support foot traffic during the build process.

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Hauraton drainage channels used at Maritime Transport headquarters in Felixstowe The new Maritime Transport £5m headquarters in Felixstowe has received the accolade of ‘Winner-Design (Non residential)’ at the Suffolk Coastal Quality of Place Awards held in October 2015. Designed by architects, Wincer Kievenaar, the Maritime headquarters provides an impressive gateway to Felixstowe Port.

The headquarters’ extensive car park, set with composite grey blocks, is drained by 98m of Hauraton RECYFIX PLUS 150 channels fitted with Class C250 HEELSAFE ductile iron gratings. A further 47m of RECYFIX PLUS 100 channels were also installed in other locations on site.

The RECYFIX PLUS channel unit is made of tough, virtually unbreakable recycled polypropylene (PP), formulated to be very resistant to daily temperature fluctuations, from frost conditions to strong sunlight –

including the ultra violet (UV) spectrum.

The channel unit also features galvanised steel top edges which house the ductile iron gratings.

Complying with the requirements of EN 1433, the PP is given its UV resistance by adding just sufficient carbon black as a stabiliser so that the structural strength of the material is unaffected and a consistent appearance is maintained. The PP is also naturally resistant to de-icing salt.

Ken Burgess, Hauraton’s Project Manager,

comments: “The main contractor, E.L. Construction, liked the product for its ease of installation. Each RECYFIX PLUS 150 one metre unit, complete with its grating, only weighs 12.8kg, so it’s easy to position and robust enough to withstand building site conditions.”

8 www.drainage-projects.co.uk * janine.kennedy@hauraton.co.uk ( 01582 501380

Sentinel Kinetic Advance MVHR shortlisted in Electrical Industry Awards Vent-Axia celebrates 80 years of innovation Founded by Joe Akester in 1936 when he invented the world’s first electricallyoperated window fan,Vent-Axia has been a leading British manufacturer ever since.

Now a multimillion pound company, the Vent-Axia brand has become a household name, holding the prestigious Royal Warrant. In September 2016,Vent-Axia celebrated its 80th anniversary at its headquarters in Crawley, West Sussex.

To honour the occasion, Henry Smith – MP for Crawley and the Worshipful – the Mayor of Crawley and Councillor Raj Sharma took part in a celebration ceremony where Vent-Axia buried a time capsule in its grounds to mark the company’s 80th anniversary.

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Vent-Axia is celebrating reaching the final shortlist in the Electrical Industry Awards 2016, which recognises, celebrates and rewards companies leading the way in the UK electrical sector.Vent-Axia is delighted its award-winning Sentinel Kinetic Advance is a finalist in the ‘Innovative Residential/Domestic Product of the Year’ category.The next generation of whole house mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR), the Advance is the best performing MVHR unit in its class and offers near silent, energy-efficient, high pressure operation. Designed for airtight thermally-efficient new build residential and light commercial properties, the unit provides energy-efficient ventilation and pioneering control as the first web-enabled UK-manufactured MVHR unit. * info@vent-axia.com

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ABB Elkay launches new easyDALi lighting system

ABB Elkay has launched a new DALi compliant lighting system, the first in the UK to be capable of automatically detecting DALi lighting ballasts during lighting installation and commissioning. easyDALi is a response to demand from electrical installers for a simplified, dimmable DALi lighting system, which can help installers and end users comply with Part L of the Building Regulations. The easyDALi system has been developed with the goal of making installation and set-up of DALi systems simple, easy and accessible for all electrical installers, and to ensure that electrical wholesalers have to stock fewer items on their shelves in order to build an automatic control DALi system. * sales-elk@tnb.com

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Modelling Abet’s laminates Abet Laminati is delighted to announce that, as part of its ongoing drive to ensure ease of specification, Building Information Modelling (BIM) is now available across its core ranges in the UK. The BIM Objects are now available for the complete range of compact grade high pressure laminates. This includes the dedicated Cubicle, Locker and Labgrade

Collections as well as MEG, the exterior grade self-supporting laminate. All Objects are compatible with both Autodesk Revit and IFC programs.

Abet’s UK & Ireland compact grade solutions are available in different thicknesses and a variety of sizes in a range of plain colours, speckled finishes, woodgrains and textured surfaces. The compact grade’s solid core construction, available from 6mm to 12mm thick, makes it a perfect choice for areas prone to high moisture and humidity. This particularly applies to leisure centres, swimming pools and changing rooms and where there is no risk of peeling, cracking or delamination.

The fully self-supporting boards are also easy to work with for cutting and fabrication and are widely used in situations where high quality performance and design can be carefully crafted together to create an attractive visual experience.

The BIM Objects will shortly be available from the NBS National BIM Library at www.nationalbimlibrary.com and are also available direct from Abet at http://abetlaminati.com/en/bim. Further information and support is also available from Abet.

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Expona SimpLay helps create high design office

Polyflor’s high performance Expona SimpLay PUR loose lay luxury vinyl tiles were recently used to create a stunning office interior for the London HQ of global biopharmaceutical company, Stallergenes Greer. Designed by Resonate Interior Architecture, heavy commercial Expona SimpLay flooring, in two contrasting wood effect designs, was chosen for the refurbishment of Stallergenes Greer’s Bernard Street office. Approximately 800m² of flooring in Grey Country Oak and Rich Walnut was installed by Sanson Contracts in the reception area, meeting rooms, offices, corridors and breakout areas. Launched in early 2016, the Expona SimpLay loose lay tile collection is an adhesive-free, ready-to-lay product designed to reduce installation time. * info@polyflor.com

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Portakabin buildings for flagship modular hangar facility Portakabin, a leading modular building specialist, has provided multiple buildings for a new flagship aircraft maintenance hangar at Gatwick Airport for Europe’s leading airline, easyJet. Portakabin worked in partnership with easyJet and alongside Rubb Buildings who designed and installed the 5490m2 twin span hangar, which has a modular steel frame fitted with 8700m2 of insulated PVC membrane.The facility can accommodate up to two aircraft for light-base overnight maintenance.

Around 1000m2 of accommodation were provided by Portakabin for 30 on-site staff to facilitate the maintenance of easyJet’s fleet of aircraft, which is carried out overnight, seven days a week. * information@portakabin.co.uk

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FDS works on fourth Nine Elms luxury development

Situated on the south bank of the River Thames in the redevelopment district of Nine Elms, a 481-acre redevelopment area, Merano Residences comprises 40 two and three-bedroom luxury residential apartments. Appointed to the project by developers St James, FDS will supply, install and commission a number of its systems over the coming months, ensuring the development meets all of the relevant fire safety Building Regulations. As part of the project’s fire strategy, FDS will install its mechanical smoke ventilation system (MSVS). By rapidly removing smoke from the building in the event of a fire, the system provides means of escape for residents while clearing access routes for the fire service.

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SMARTPLY PROPASSIV meets all the requirements of EN 300 for the production of OSB3 panels and therefore can be installed as any other OSB3 panel

Panel system helps homes exceed standard SMARTPLY PROPASSIV is the perfect wood-panel system for ultra-low energy buildings. A revolutionary addition to the timber frame industry, its outstanding energy-saving properties have received certification from the Passive House Institute (PHI) for its performance for airtightness.

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versatile, strong and costeffective OSB panel system, SMARTPLY PROPASSIV could play a vital role as part of a highly-sustainable and fabric first approach to construction. Its durable, sustainable qualities are likely to prove crucial if the UK is to meet its target of an 80% cut in carbon emissions by 2050; with all new homes built to be ‘zero carbon’.

The Passive House Institute plays a crucial role in the development of the Passive House concept – the only internationally-recognised, performancebased energy standard in construction.

To be recommended by the PHI, products must be tested according to uniform criteria and proven to be of excellent quality regarding energy efficiency.

It was used as a Maidenhead home’s airtight layer and provided the integrated vapour barrier, which removed the need for an additional air and vapour control layer (AVCL). Building work was carried out by MBC Timber Frame Homes, a specialist in the production of timber frame Passive Homes.

The wall cassettes were manufactured from SMARTPLY PROPASSIV structural OSB3 panels and were constructed off site, before being transported to site where the stylish, sustainable home was completed within a strict three-week deadline.

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This remarkably rapid construction time was possible due to the reduced man hours required to install the SMARTPLY PROPASSIV system.The structural air and vapour tight panels can be readily cut and fixed using standard timber frame fixings, removing the need for the secondary installation of additional membranes, sealants and foams.

With SMARTPLY PROPASSIV having created the perfect insulation envelope in just 19 days, tests showed the completed home achieved 0.55 Air Changes per Hour (ACH), comparing favourably with the Passive House requirement of 0.6 ACH. SMARTPLY PROPASSIV has also played a role in ensuring the first certified Passive House home built in Cheshire exceeded

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industry standard airtightness regulations.

Constructed by developer, Igglu, a total of 100m2 SMARTPLY PROPASSIV was installed on the ceilings at Red Walls, a stylish £3.5m energy-efficient residence in Knutsford, built on forward-thinking technology and natural materials making it the ultimate in luxury.

Selected for its outstanding airtight performance, SMARTPLY PROPASSIV ensured Red Walls achieved an N50 value air tightness level of 0.17 (ACH), comfortably exceeding the Passiv House standard. Ian Forde-Smith, Director at Igglu, commented: “We have been highly impressed with the performance of SMARTPLY PROPASSIV. Independent attestation of airtightness from Passive House Institute has shown it was absolutely the right product for us.”

Each SMARTPLY PROPASSIV panel features alternating layers of wood strands coated with a high quality formaldehyde-free resin system and wax to deliver outstanding levels of airtightness.A specialist coating is then applied to provide vapour control properties to ensure a premium performance OSB solution for super-insulated and passive buildings.

“OSB is assumed to be airtight, but tests showed a huge variation in performance, between manufacturers,” explained David Murray, Innovation Manager at SMARTPLY. “Developed from our OSB3 system, SMARTPLY PROPASSIV has been proven to achieve the highest levels of airtightness required to meet the Passive House Standard.”

Water vapour diffusion tests on wood based panels have shown that the vapour diffusion value of products with similar characteristics (thickness and density) can vary from one panel to the next, due to the nature of the products i.e. chips/strand/fibre of wood assembled and glued together do not form an homogenous layer with consistent properties.

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Suitable for both new build and renovation projects, SMARTPLY PROPASSIV is a versatile, strong and cost-effective OSB panel system

Building Elements Snickers unveils RUFFWork – heavy duty working clothes

UZIN system used in Plattens Fish & Chips refurbishment UZIN products were recently used to renovate the floor at Plattens Fish and Chip Shop in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk.

The old floorcovering had to be removed before two coats of UZIN PE 480 damp proof membrane was applied over the old sub-floor. UZIN PE 280 primer was then applied, followed by a coat of UZIN NC 150, a heavy-duty smoothing compound. Safety flooring was laid, capped and coved in the kitchen and preparation areas whilst luxury vinyl tiles were installed in the front of house. Both floorcoverings were stuck with UZIN KE 2000 S pressure sensitive adhesive.

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Part of the Next Generation Workwear range, Snickers’ RUFFWork working clothes are modern, heavy-duty garments that combine an amazing fit with reinforced features throughout. The special ‘Dobby Pro’ fabric used in these garments provides a unique combination of comfort and durability. What’s more, the ‘Cordura 1000’ reinforcements are up to three times more durable than regular Cordura and, with a special DWR coating to repel oil and moisture, these trousers will stay looking good for longer. RUFFWork trousers are available in different feature and functionality levels that include holster pockets, built-in ventilation and a stretch gusset.

They’re also available in denim and as shorts. * info@snickersworkwear.co.uk

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Kee Klamp expands range of tubular fittings

Kee Safety has expanded its Kee Klamp range with the introduction of 12 types of tubular fittings. Designed for installation on steeper gradients, the new slope fittings offer builders an aesthetically-pleasing option. The latest addition to Kee Klamp’s portfolio is an extension to the current range of slope fittings. The new components have been designed to enhance the building of guardrail along staircases and ramps, particularly when the slope is greater than 30°. The range introduces single fittings to cater for situations where currently a combination of fittings is required. Not only does this improve the aesthetics of the finished guardrail, but it allows for a quicker, easier installation. * sales@keesafety.com

( 01384 632188

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Summer shed revived to perfection

Osmo UK wood finishing products are a favourite among many, and now for Horsham homeowner, Nicola Kefford.

After suffering a few complications with her garden shed, including joinery snags, gaps between the wood work and blown wood filler, Nicola was introduced to Osmo’s External Sealer. Offering a high-quality exterior seal made from eco-friendly products, Osmo provided Nicola with the ideal wood finish treatment to revive her beloved shed back to perfection. Osmo Exterior Sealer is a siliconised, one-part acrylic sealant which is colour-fast, UV-resistant and water repellent.Thanks to the Osmo sealer application gun, the product is straightforward to apply and only requires one layer of application for full results. * sales@osmouk.com

( 01296 481220

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Racking solutions revisited Autumn 2016 sees the re-launch of Simpson-StrongTie’s unique racking solution for timber frame structures – new products, improved performance and increased availability. Since the launch of Strong-Portal and Strong-Wall, more than 400 timber framed homes have benefitted from increased build flexibility in terms of wider openings (and more of them), yet with none of the issues surrounding racking resistance that goes with them. The updated range features the all-new Steel Strong-Portal, which can be attached to adjacent timber studs with ease, the Steel StrongWall has been modified to give increased performance and like the Steel-Strong-Portal, can be integrated into a standard timber frame design. ( 01827 255600

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Historical artefacts halt pumping station installation The T-T Pumping Station installation team were in for an eventful day when they went to install a Mercury Package Pumping Station at St Marys Church in Nantwich.

As the team dug a hole for the pumping station, they unveiled some concealed artefacts that needed to be investigated.

The job was stopped and archaeologists were called in to investigate the objects – unfortunately no hidden gems were found.

However T-T’s pumping station did make it down the aisle.The pumping station is now installed and is to facilitate the growing number of visitors to the church.

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