FC&A October 2018

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Singapore Comes to Life

Cut Back on Waste

Plastic-Free Workplaces

21 species of creepers and vines

Expert advice on reducing cement

The modern-day potable water options

will transform the Oasia Hotel's striking

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that look beyond the commonplace

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Front cover: The Oasia Hotel boasts a stunning red facade which changes over time as the 21 species of creepers and vines trail across the face of the structure.

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he National Audit Office (NAO) released its 'Packaging Recycling Obligations' report back in July this year.The report revealed that an estimated 11 million tonnes of packaging was used by UK households and businesses throughout the duration of 20171 and, although there has been much publicity surrounding the issue of waste – particularly plastic – if measures are not adequately put in place, this figure is only going to rise. Back in 2017, national treasure, Sir David Attenborough, opened the nation's eyes to the consequences of our ignorance towards plastic waste when he hit our screens in Blue Planet II.The UK's prized programme unveiled just how the insensibility of man has ravaged marine life in a laid-bare episode that pulled on the heartstrings of not only the nation – but the globe. Attenborough's marine pollution series has been cited by many within the construction chain I have met in recent years and, as a result, many manufacturers, suppliers and practices are taking the humane steps forward to do their bit to save our planet's resources and ameliorate the globe's attitude to waste and pollution.

Consequently, many manufacturers have taken a good look in the mirror and scrutinised their own packaging processes, placing sustainability front of mind. In this issue, Dr Bill Price from Tarmac's cement business takes an appropriate route to diminish waste on site in his 'Taking Steps on Reducing Cement Waste' article. Price not only highlights the environmental benefits of reducing cement waste, but also explains how it can benefit a company's bottom line. From product choice through to packaging and handling, Price offers a three-point explanation on how you can reduce excess cement material on your current and future projects.Turn to page 30 for Price's sustainably-minded account.

Falling back to our point of issue, Zip Water tackles the matter of plastic waste in the workplace. Tracey Bamber, Managing Director of Zip Water, discusses the role of drinking water in office buildings and touches on sustainability credentials. Here, Bamber explains that, while it is a legal requirement that businesses keep their staff hydrated, there are options on the market that look beyond the plastic-producing commonplace office water cooler. Read up on her advice on eradicating single-use plastic from the workplace on page 36.

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Contents

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News 10 Industry Updates:

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

26 Legal & Business:

In the wake of Brexit, product standards and regulations are proving mind-bending. Focusing on one particular standard, the British Board of Agrément’s Head of Marketing, Wendy Ajuwon, discusses the ins and outs of products’ CE Markings.

30 Voice of the Industry:

Here, Tarmac explains how you can reduce cement waste to save money on your next project.

Features 28 Building Envelope: RCI:

John Rennie from NBT discusses how wood fibre insulation has improved the thermal performance of a historical building in Aberdeen.

34 Build Focus: Leisure:

A selection of GEZE UK’s products have been specified for the London Heathrow Airport T1 T2 and T3 Hotel, including its Manual Sliding Wall (MSW) systems.

36 Technical Focus:

Tracey Bamber, Managing Director of Zip Water UK, discusses the role that a drinking water system plays in a commercial building’s sustainability credentials.

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Portfolios 38 Wood, Plastics & Composites:

Designed as a three-tier split-level restaurant, Barangaroo House has utilised Japanese charring techniques and Accoya wood cladding to achieve its natural form.

40 Restoration:

FC&A looks at a recent project undertaken by Thomann-Hanry at the Trinity College of Music.

Individual restoration and cleaning techniques were required for each stair tread on each of the building’s three historical staircases.

42 Refurb:

Far from your run-of-the-mill business park, Highlands and Islands Enterprise’s office park boasts calming, beautifullymaintained grounds with a sustainable nod to nature.When the clay lining system of the meandering pond – which winds around the office – began to fail, Firestone Building Products’ membrane solutions were called upon to rectify the issue.

44 Waterproofing:

When Liverpool’s most recentlybuilt museum was in urgent need of remedial works, architect practice Bickerdike Allen Partners (BAP) was appointed to evaluate the condition. Identifying a failed singleply waterproofing arrangement, BAP contacted Kemper System. Faced by a complex installation challenge, Kemper overcame tremendous hurdles. Here, Stuart Hicks discusses the project.

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14 The Oasia Hotel, WOHA & Patricia Urquiola:

An oasis in the middle of Downtown Singapore, WOHA and Patricia Urquiola’s design for the Oasia Hotel is a sight to behold. With a striking red aluminium mesh facade, the face of the building itself changes over time as the 21 species of creepers and vines begin to trail over the surface.

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and Medical Cannabis ´ Farm, Margot Krasojevic: With Catalonia’s advocacy of medical marijuana growth, experimental Architect Margot Krasojević has been approached to design a sustainable purpose-built ‘greenhouse’ for the production of the legalised substance.

22 The Luna,

Make Architects:

Make Architects has used a printing block motif as design inspiration for Hong Kong’s The Luna, a 29-storey residential block nestled in the streets of Wan Chai comprising 105 high-end serviced apartments.

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CPMG Architects scoops two RICS Awards CPMG Architects has scooped two prestigious Design Through Innovation Awards at the regional RICS Awards.The design teams behind the Aerospace Integration Research Centre (AIRC) at Cranfield University and the STEMLab at Loughborough University have been recognised for delivering exceptional building designs which have had a positive impact on communities.The flagship AIRC scheme scooped the East of England Design Through Innovation Award, and the STEMLab took the honour for the East Midlands. Both projects will now compete to be overall category winner at the national RICS Awards 2018 Grand Final, to be held in London in November 2018.

Nick Gregory, Director for CPMG, said he was proud of the teams who had been integral to making these projects a success.“Cranfield University’s Aerospace Integration Research Centre is a flagship scheme that we were very proud to be involved in,” he said. “The £35m centre is already helping to change the future design of aircraft.”

RIBA announces new student funding schemes

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced that students enrolled in RIBA Part 1 and Part 2 courses in September have been able to apply for the highest amount of money the institute has offered in its history.

Architecture students who currently face financial hardship can apply to the new RIBA Student Support Fund; a scheme devised to assist applicants with up to £3000 per academic year in one-off payments, depending on their individual financial situation.

The institute has also unveiled the new RIBA Part 1 bursaries, aimed at supporting students currently enrolled in the first year of Part 1 in the UK by giving them £1000 per term in their second and third years.The aim of these bursaries is to provide long-term financial support to architecture students who demonstrate talent and commitment to their studies and are struggling to cover the costs of living and courserelated expenditure.

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Leonard Design wins work at South Korea’s biggest airport Top architectural practice, Leonard Design Architects, has won its bid to design a landmark sculpture for Incheon International Airport, the largest airport in South Korea, as part of a wider refurbishment of the award-winning duty-free shopping area.

The landmark, designed for Incheon International Airport but commissioned by the three

biggest duty-free retailers in Korea – Lotte, Shilla and Shinsegae – will be located in

the busiest part of the duty-free shopping area and, therefore, entries had to be nominated

BE DESIGN announces promotions

BSRIA North appoints technical operations manager

Personnel Chair of BATB announced The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce that Rob Dickins CBE has been appointed Chair of the British Architectural Trust Board (BATB). Rob has been instrumental in UK music and culture for nearly five decades.

He joined Warner Bros. Music in 1971 and became Chairman (from 1983 to 1999). In the 1990s, he reinvented the Brit Awards into a successful major TV event. He has held many influential positions in the arts, most notably as a Trustee for the V&A, the National Portrait Gallery and Chair of the Theatres Trust, National Museum of Childhood and the BPI. Rob will take up the BATB position with immediate effect and will serve for up to three years.

BE DESIGN has announced four promotions. Dan Edwards, Rhys Bevins, Shawn Loo and Rafail Tsartsaris will now support the senior team directly with project design and client management.

Shawn will help develop junior members of the team and enhancing client satisfaction.

Dan has been part of the BE DESIGN family for almost five years and has now been promoted to Senior Engineering Coordinator. Rhys studied at Nottingham Trent University and, following a placement year at BE DESIGN, returned to work there fulltime four years ago. Rafail is experienced in computer-aided design (CAD), Revit and BIM.

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BSRIA North is delighted to announce the appointment of Anthony Collier as its new Technical Operations Manager in a newly-created role. Anthony is well experienced in UKAS laboratory, calibration and quality management, with 14 years of experience mainly in a materials testing environment for the civil engineering highways sector. June Davis, Business Manager at BSRIA North, said: “Anthony brings with him an abundance of experience and we see this appointment in a newly-created role as an essential step in our continued development for the strategic direction BSRIA North is taking for 2018 and beyond.”

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Leonard Design, an awardwinning global architectural practice headquartered in Nottingham, with three further offices in London, Kuala Lumpur and Sydney, Australia, was asked to pitch for the work in August 2017 and its designs were chosen above all other nominated designers.

Ian Staples, Director at Leonard Design, said: “We have been working with Lotte Duty Free for a number of years and more recently have been involved in the bid for the new duty-free licence for terminal two of Incheon International Airport. As a result, Lotte Duty Free put us forward as the preferred designer of the landmark and our concept was selected by the airport.”

The brief was to create a ‘one-of-a-kind’ landmark within the terminal space which had a symbolic character to represent the new Incheon International Airport terminal, as well as sculptural qualities to celebrate the continuous development of the airport.The sculpture is also to house two independent information desks.

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Ian added: “We took inspiration from the airport itself as flight is central to every customer’s journey. We used birds, or more specifically Incheon’s dancing cranes, and their elegant wing form to influence our design.

“We also introduced some modern techniques to uphold the high standard of the airport. As the brief was to create something ‘one-of-akind’ we decided to turn shiny metal into a media screen – a new and interesting challenge – which involved perforating the metal with varying intensity and placing LED lights behind to ensure a seamless transition.

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“While airports are a necessary transition for travelling, as the world gets smaller, the demand for quality transport hubs has grown. Modern airports are now considered destinations in their own right and, therefore, fight to have stand-out features which create the best possible image.

“There is a real drive in Asia to become the best, and this has certainly influenced the narrative of the landmark.The cultural approach to design and delivery combined with the respect Korean's hold for good design, helped the final product retain the core qualities of the concept and reflect the high quality of the terminal it will sit in.”

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Futurebuild announces expansion plans for 2019 In a move that reinforces and reflects the growing confidence and sense of purpose behind Futurebuild, Futurebuild Events has announced it is increasing floor space in 2019 by 20%.The event is expanding due to unprecedented demand and a record number of rebookings following ecobuild 2018.The expansion will see the introduction of a host of new, innovative features and exhibits, further cementing Futurebuild’s position as the leading event for built environment professionals.

The increased floor space makes way for a number of major new pavilions, including Made in Britain, ADE and Mindful Materials. It also provides an exciting opportunity for many start-up companies to find a home at the event, alongside major brands, including Bauder, Hadley Group and ROCKWOOL. For the first time, Futurebuild will host a dedicated Interiors Hub. The focus will be firmly placed on designing with purpose with sessions to explore the impact good design and interiors can have on the way we work, designing for dementia and the WELL Building Standard.The new hub will provide an opportunity for manufacturers to meet active buyers and highlevel decision makers, as well as showcase innovative products and collaboratively explore the impact of design on end-users. Futurebuild 2019 will also see the Offsite Hub and Materials Hub increase in size, due to high levels of demand from previous visitors.

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Architect in Profile Stephen George + Partners’ Hing Ow has been with the firm for 14 years, starting out as an Architectural Assistant. Before coming to the UK, he worked with GDP Architects in Malaysia and was involved in the delivery of a new university campus library, designed by Foster + Partners, for Petronas University of Technology.

Project Medius is a key project for Leicester, connecting a neglected part of the city to the existing centre, stimulating wider regeneration and contributing to a new civic space

Had you always wanted to pursue a career in architecture?

After my A levels, I had no clear vision about what I wanted to do. My brother, a civil engineer, suggested architecture. I leant towards structural engineering, as I excelled more in the sciences, but he persuaded me to follow the design path.

Hing Ow is an Associate at Stephen George + Partners

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Who has been your greatest influence and source of inspiration?

Works by Japanese Architect Tadao Ando – the juxtaposition of geometries to create void and space, the interplay of natural light against simplicity in form and material – his buildings send powerful messages to the human senses.

How do you approach your projects?

I make sure clients understand their needs – I do this by asking questions to define the key objectives and constraints. I look for extra opportunities, especially ones that will make the finished building more attractive to users or tenants. A building must fit with its context, so I look at the environment and issues like massing and shape.

With elevations, the design has to be tested against internal use and weighted against both cost and durability implications.

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

Apart from public sector works, the financial return is a key consideration in any real estate investment.

Any sustainable elements such as a green roof or PV panels have to be translated into monetary return. It would help if we changed how valuations work, so sustainability adds value when prices are calculated.

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What is your favourite building and why?

Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin,

by Mies Van der Rohe. I had just finished my course, and it gave me inspiration. It’s so simple, just a box, but the detailing makes it great, and makes the difference between normal and excellent.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architects today?

Based on my observations (here in Leicester), there is too much red tape. The legal environment forces a risk-averse culture, and I think that’s a loss of creativity and, ultimately, the wider environment.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architecture students at the moment?

The ever-changing regulations and new technology mean students leaving college have to pick up knowledge and develop skills quickly to meet market demands.

What advice would you give to newly-qualified architects?

Always have a positive mindset; it will come through in your work, and your client will appreciate that, and you’ll have a more rewarding lifestyle.

What can we expect to see from Stephen George + Partners over the next year?

Continuing to follow the path of good design to create sustainable, beautiful, quality buildings.

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What has been your most notable project to date?

My current project – Project Medius in Leicester. It is an urban design project, something I’ve been keenly interested in since college. It’s a key project for Leicester, connecting a neglected part of the city to the existing centre, stimulating wider regeneration and contributing to a new civic space.

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The Oasia Hotel, Downtown, Singapore

An oasitic escape in Downtown Singapore The Oasia Hotel in the Central Business District, Singapore, is by all means and standards a unique project, redefining what a high-rise can be in humid tropical climates.

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The Oasia Hotel, Downtown, Singapore

The Oasia is, like the majority of WOHA’s work, located in Singapore.

WOHA was founded in 1994 by Singaporean, Wong Mun Summ, in partnership with Richard Hassell, who hails from Australia and moved to Singapore in 1989.

While the pursuit of sustainability is often accompanied by humourless earnestness, WOHA shows that it prefers to stand apart. This Oasia Hotel, which is part of an eponymous chain, combines sustainability with delight, two terms that are prominently present in the office’s design philosophy.

Aside from the red facade – soon to be completely green – the sky gardens also offer greenery, fresh air and opportunities for natural cross-ventilation, as well as representing the most visibly sustainable and delightful, aspects of the building.

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n contrast to the conventional, completely sealed-off, air-conditioned tower, this hotel – designed by local office WOHA – merges architecture and nature and combines indoor and outdoor spaces in a striking fashion. According to the architects, the aim was “to create an alternative imagery for commercial high-rise developments. It combines innovative ways to intensify land use with a tropical approach that showcases a perforated, permeable, furry, verdant tower.”

The tower, which has a height of 190m, contains four large outdoor spaces: three enormous verandas on the sixth, 12th and 21st floor, as well as a roof terrace on the 27th floor. This roof terrace is surrounded and protected by a 10-storey-high screen, covered in the same red aluminium mesh cladding as the rest of the tower. This facade will gradually be overgrown by 21 species of creepers and vines, creating a lively contrast between vibrant reds and lush greens.

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The Oasia Hotel, Downtown, Singapore

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For the pools on the 21st and 27th floor, she has used AGROB BUCHTAL tiles from the Chroma series. Each pool has a different character. The pool on the sixth floor is part of a gym; on the 21st floor, the pool acts as a stylish extension of the lounge club. Left and right of the pool itself, which is tiled in a light and dark blue chevron pattern, is a wading pool, just deep enough to get your feet wet while sipping a cocktail.

The rooftop pool consists of two parts, on either side of the rooftop restaurant.

Unlike most rooftop amenities in hotels, which are all about the panorama, here the city’s skyline is almost completely concealed by the vegetated screen. This underlines the unconventionality of WOHA’s architecture. Instead of a view, this rooftop offers a place of unexpected intimacy and tranquillity, a surprisingly oasitic escape from the bustle of the city.

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The sky gardens came about in response to the client’s brief, which asked for distinct areas in the hotel. Given the small footprint, WOHA adopted what it calls “a club sandwich approach by creating a series of different strata, each with its own sky garden”. Introducing these sky gardens, which WOHA describes as “elevated ground levels”, allowed “the precious, but limited, ground floor space to be multiplied, creating generous public areas for recreation and social interaction throughout the high-rise”.

While WOHA can be credited for the architecture of the tower itself and the concept of stacking layers, the actual design of the sky gardens is the work of Spanish Designer and Architect, Patricia Urquiola, who was responsible for all interiors as well as the outdoor spaces of the hotel. Urquiola adds a breezy elegance to WOHA’s delightful, quirky architecture.

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e unique Sustainable Hemp and Medical Cannabis Farm, Barcelona, Spain loped by onger ours are r’s needs.

Carbon-negative agricultural architecture Margot Krasojevic´ has designed a medical cannabis farm for both rural and urban agricultural programmes. In light of Spain recently becoming an advocate for the use and distribution of medical marijuana, this project is part of the initiative to use architecture as a tool for this legal transition, as well as addressing necessarily relevant growth conditions. As with all her work, this project embraces sustainability as part of the environmental growth considerations, using carbon-negative materials, native of the hemp plants surrounding the building.

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by hemp fields as hemp is the major contributing building material.

The clients asked for a transportable and sustainable marijuana greenhouse. The three stages of marijuana growth specifically for medical use need to sustain a high TCH level for epilepsy and other medical conditions (arthritis, pain relief, multiple sclerosis and tumour seizures). The Catalan climate is perfect for maintaining the necessary temperature, humidity and air circulation to ensure a good harvest.

The main cantilevered structure is built using hempcrete.The building is surrounded by miles of hemp fields, a plant which grows quickly and has been used for thousands of years as part of building material infrastructure.

Hemp is a sustainable material which regulates temperature and humidity, yet when mixed with a lime-based binder it becomes stronger than concrete, making this building material breathable, capable of absorbing carbon from the atmosphere and locking it in.The process of organic hemp to a building material petrifies cellulose to strengthen it creating a type of stone stronger than concrete, sparing/saving the need for mixing toxic concrete on site. Hemp also offers a lightweight yet carbon-neutral (negative if insulated correctly) material which is invaluable for a safe sustainable building.

The design consists of three main areas addressing the three stages of marijuana growth.

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emp plastic and hempcrete are part of Margot Krasojević’s recent material study whose properties are applied structurally to this project, whilst the hemp-based 3D-printed LED collection is recyclable as well as biodegradable, shortlisted in the 2018 LEAF awards.

The outdoor medical marijuana farm is located near Barcelona. Catalonia only recently legally approved medical marijuana growth, recognising it as the next frontier of agricultural growth.

This building is specifically designed for the cultivation of medical marijuana.

Its criteria address the three stages of growth. The building is surrounded

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Sustainable Hemp and Medical Cannabis Farm, Barcelona, Spain

The main cantilevered frame is made up of three compartments which contain a retractable drip-feed irrigation system, which can be wound in and out of this main hempcrete structure depending on the size of the external growth fields.

The drip-feed irrigation system uses rainwater filtered through the containers into which the necessary nutrients are fed to attain a pH level of 6.5. This sustains a perfect feeding routine from seedlings, a vegetative stage through to flowering and harvest. This main primary structure

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also accommodates a deployable, inflated structure which provides the required climate for the three growth stages. It is an ETFE membrane-coated hemp-plastic, lined with filters intensifying LEDs to aid growth; the inflatable structure is not a complete surface as it is inflated in sections creating gaps for natural ventilation depending on the level and pressure of inflation. Air circulation prevents root rot, mould, nutrient and light burn. The entire structure needs to be flexible in order for it to breathe with the environment and the plants.

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The internal platform of the primary frame holds a series of rectangular frames which pivot within the primary structure; these frames provide the required pressure for the drip-feed irrigation, which need to be flexible in order to cater to the potential harvest which may alter depending on the season.

The entire scheme is mobile. Once the vegetative stage is over, and the flowering stage begins, it is set as an automatic feeding frame until the harvest, after which the building moves to a new location.

Sustainable Hemp and Medical Cannabis Farm, Barcelona, Spain

The LED lights – which are powered by solar panels – can vary from 300nm to a maximum of 1200nm depending on the growth stage.

An alternative design allows for different yields which have different growth stages to coexist within the same deployable structure, but the environments are separate catering to the need of the growth stage accordingly.

Using LED lights reduces the watering frequency of the cannabis plants.

The design’s drip-feed irrigation tubes follow paths through and around the building.

They also act as an SCROG mesh which evenly increases the marijuana’s exposure to LED and natural light.The flexible irrigation tubes pump water and nutrients to the

plants whether they are within the inflatable structure or outdoors when nearing harvest.

These gravity-fed irrigation tubes are made from hemp plastic and are remoulded on site as necessary – they can also be 3D-printed using solar energy.This is a safe way of reproducing and recycling parts for the building’s growth process.

Essentially, the building is an environmental drip-feed irrigation system which is designed to provide the perfect growth environment for medical marijuana. Building materials sourced on site come from a similar plant as marijuana but without the THC levels needed for medical potency.

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The building’s primary frame is made from hempcrete which is made on site. It takes approximately four months for the hemp to grow on site after which it is harvested to produce hempcrete, a material that emits no moisture yet sequesters carbon from the environment. Hemp is also used to produce hemp plastic, a bioplastic which is not only biodegradable but also recyclable.

The filter-tinted hemp plastic, can be reused and reformed to deploy for the next harvest. Hemp plastic, is a biodegradable and compostable alternative to petroleum-based plastics, which can feed the farm’s hemp plants once recycled. It starts to biodegrade after 28 days; after 30 months, it is completely reabsorbed into the environment.

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The Luna, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Make Architects completes high-rise luxury residential tower in Wan Chai The Luna at 18 Lun Fat Street in Wan Chai is the new residential tower from Make Architects for client Vanke Property (Hong Kong) which sets a new standard for high-quality serviced apartments in Hong Kong.

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The slim 29-storey tower contains 105 high-end apartments, including one top-floor luxury penthouse and a resident clubhouse. It sits above a dual-height podium containing retail and restaurants.

The practice was invited to compete for the interiors and facade design for

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an existing design, but quickly identified a number of ways to improve the efficiency of both the apartment layouts and the form of the tower itself. Make Architects won the competition with an increased ‘holistic’ role to design the facade and interiors, as well as the architecture and landscaping.

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ocated in the neighbourhood of a former printing works, the practice has used a printing block motif as the inspiration for the facade and interior design to give the scheme a striking detail that sets it apart from the neighbouring towers.

The Luna, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Visible from The Mid-Levels, and located in a dense high-rise urban area, the form and orientation of the tower have been carefully considered to prioritise views.

In plan form, the scheme is now a slender square that provides triple-aspect views to the mountain and the harbour. Even the low-level apartments enjoy views of a new garden space that turns the clubhouse area on the third floor into a relaxing space.

There are three one-bedroom apartments and two studio apartments on a typical floor, three slightly larger corner units divided in between by a smaller studio. This layout wraps three corners of

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the building with the core on the fourth corner. Designed from inside-out, as well as the outside-in, the layout maximises cross ventilation and creates a generous sense of light in each apartment. Every typical apartment has a balcony to provide external space – some have two.

The history of the district has been expressed in the facade and balcony design. Both tower and podium are clad in champagne-gold, powder-coated aluminium rainscreen panels that gradually alternate between solid and perforated, meeting specific local planning requirements as well as providing changing views and interesting patterns of light and

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shadow. Balconies are staggered across all sides of the facade and provide solar shading as well as important outside space. Their square shape and gradually perforated motif reference the traditional printing blocks.

Internally, Make has embraced the light and shadow and incorporated a rich palette that draws the eye to the fullheight windows and stunning views out.

Mid-brown oak flooring flows throughout and dark engineered ‘Oak Noir’ joinery is offset by pale walls and furniture, pale stone in the kitchen and bathrooms and champagne-bronze fixtures such as lampshades and handles.

The Luna, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Apartment entrance lobbies are dark with black marble flooring and textured wallpaper, whilst the ground-floor lobby has Calacatta marble walls, matched with a monochrome flooring pattern that flows through to the residents’ clubhouse and outside garden.

Project Director, Sean Affleck, said:“From redesigning the tower to add value through improved sustainability and wellness to the integration of our concept into both the architecture and interiors, the team has really considered the scheme holistically.The space created within these studio apartments, in order to include luxury features you’d expect in far larger accommodation, is extraordinary and there is a continuation of detailing which is

rare and sets this scheme apart.”

Quincy Chow, Vice President of the Operations Department (Sales and Marketing) at Vanke Hong Kong, said: “We are pleased that Make Architects has meticulously combined the facade of The Luna with the local history in Wan Chai.

It reflects our commitment to pay tribute to the local culture and our desire to connect our project with the community.

Through the people-centric interior design and services, The Luna, our first serviced apartment project, has redefined genuine urban living in Hong Kong.”

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Make curated the joinery and designed in as many features as possible to maximise space and a sense of luxury; bedside tables are integrated into the headboard and incorporate plug sockets and charger points and lights within the brown marble tops. Larger corner apartments include sliding doors between the sleeping and living space and walk-in wardrobes.

Bathrooms are clad in stone and are well-lit with a rain shower, branded fittings and chrome fixtures; likewise all kitchens are fully fitted with all amenities and pick up on the light and dark theme with the Oak Noir cupboards and white worktops with chrome fixtures.

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Legal & Business Wendy Ajuwon, a CIM Chartered Marketeer, joined the BBA earlier this year, bringing with her more than 15 years of experience gained around the globe working for – and with – a broad range of organisations including the BBC, Subaru Motors and Samsung.

Her role at the BBA entails driving forward the organisation’s marketing direction and raising the profile of the expert services it provides in product approval and certification, audit and inspection and testing to construction product manufacturers.

The product harmony of CE Marking Hard or soft, Brexit will have wide-ranging impacts throughout the construction industry, many already flagged up and others which have yet to be seen. Given that innovation in construction products often outpaces the development of corresponding standards and regulations, the lead up to – and post- – Brexit has the potential to throw curve balls when it comes to accepted product standards for new ideas. Lack of guidance on the performance of new solutions could be an issue for all throughout the build process, from architects to building control.

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urrently, in order to address a lack of standards or regulations, some new products bear a CE Mark when they become available, which means they have been manufactured in accordance with either a harmonised European standard (hEN) or a European Assessment Document (EAD).

The mark also demonstrates that products are consistent with the manufacturer’s Declaration of Performance, which must accompany the product.

In plain English, a CE Marking is a presumption of conformity.

Manufacturers will have taken one of two routes to CE Marking, each of which uses a system of harmonised technical specifications, respectively hENs and EADs. Both technical specifications detail methods of testing as well as what is known as the assessment and verification of constancy of performance. The latter defines the degree of involvement by a third party, such as the British Board of Agrément (BBA), in assessing the conformity of a product.

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These specifications harmonise the methods of assessing, testing and declaring performance characteristics. This allows comparisons to be made between similar products because, for instance, they will have been tested in the same way by a technical assessment body or notified body in Germany as they have in the UK. That said, local Building Regulations place requirements on the performance of the construction, not the products themselves, so architects, contractors etc need to ensure that a product has the correct characteristics for a particular application.

The Construction Products Regulation (CPR), which is often referred to as Regulation (EU) No 305/2011, states that it is mandatory to CE Mark against a hEN.The regulation aims to “ensure the reliability of information on the performance of construction products, information which is of interest to designers, constructors, public authorities and consumers.

This is achieved through harmonised European product standards and European Technical Assessments using a common technical language and uniform assessment methods”.

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When it is considered that a primary role of the CPR is to “remove technical barriers to the trade of construction products in the European single market” and that it “places obligations on manufacturers, distributors and importers of construction products when these products are placed on the market”, it is easy to understand why Brexit has the potential to shake-up the use and movement of construction products – particularly newly-launched systems – post-March 2019.

Legislation The development of hENs is undertaken by members of the European Committee for Standardisation together with the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardisation, which work jointly to develop the standards that are necessary to support European legislation.

The European Organisation for Technical Assessment (EOTA), of which the BBA is a member, produces EADs as the basis for issuing European Technical

Assessments (ETAs) for products that are either not covered or not fully covered by a hEN; these assessments are an entirely voluntary route towards CE Marking of construction products.

EOTA members are technical experts from across the EU and partner states.

The knowledge they share is considerable, and their collaborative approach ensures that innovative construction products have a route to market within a reasonable timeframe.

As the CPR was introduced to remove technical barriers to trade, it is important to acknowledge that this is the main legislative document governing the placement of construction products on the market. On the other hand, it is also worth noting that if a product does not have CE Marking, it may simply be that there is no hEN for it, so the manufacturer could have made the decision not to take the voluntary ETA requite and instead progressed with a national approval, such as a BBA certification in the UK.

The European Commission is currently looking at revising the CPR; it is not yet known what changes will be made. To date, more than 280 EADs have been developed and 4200 ETAs issued by more than 1300 manufacturers. This certainly suggests that the tailor-made assessments coordinated by EOTA are worthwhile for all parties.

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Building Envelope: RCI External view of Aberdeen Art Gallery, artist’s impression. ŠHoskins Architects.

The art of thermal improvements to listed buildings in Aberdeen John Rennie from NBT discusses the use of wood fibre insulation from the Pavatex range to enable thermal performance improvements to Aberdeen Art Gallery.

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Grade II Listed building with impressive Neo-Classical facades, Aberdeen Art Gallery is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the North East of Scotland, welcoming more than a quarter of a million visitors each year. The gallery, which includes the Cowdray Hall and the Remembrance Hall, has undergone a ÂŁ30m transformation to enhance the facilities, with improvements to the public realm, a rooftop extension and new exhibition areas.

Critical to the success of the project was the need to improve the thermal performance of the original Victorian

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building to enhance visitor comfort and drive energy efficiency and reduced operational costs. As the gallery is of solid stone construction with listed facades, this had to be achieved in a way that would neither compromise the building physics nor alter the external aesthetics of the structure. Hoskins Architects specified Pavadry and Pavaflex wood fibre insulation from the Pavatex range to address these challenges.

Moisture control The traditional appearance and listed status of the gallery building meant that the installation of an external skin of

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insulation was not possible, so the only option was internal wall insulation IWI. Avoiding changes to the appearance of the building was just one of the considerations for the specification, however. Equally critical was the need to protect the structure from potentially damaging changes to the building physics that could result in trapped moisture, damp and rot. Use of a conventional insulation board could trap moisture at the vulnerable interface between the insulated internal wall build-up and the external wall. The specification, therefore, needed to achieve the required thermal performance improvements while

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Complete insulation system The original lathe and plaster walls were removed, and the gallery walls were stripped back to the original granite surface. This was coated with a lime levelling plaster.

The Pavadry wood fibre insulation was then prepared for installation with a lime adhesive bonding coat applied to the reverse side. This was to ensure that the Pavadry layer securely adhered to the granite substrate. The Pavadry was also mechanically fixed to the internal surface of the external walls, creating a robust and permanent solution.

A Pavatex wood fibre insulation board specifically designed as a retrofit solution for internal insulation of stone and solid brick buildings, Pavadry will contribute to

the insulated wall build-up at Aberdeen Art Gallery and will ensure the building is not compromised despite altering the building physics through improvements to the building’s thermal performance.

Leveraging the natural properties of wood fibre and the integral vapour control layer embedded in the Pavadry board, this layer provides active moisture control through absorption and redistribution of moisture, regulating moisture at safe levels and slowly releasing it to prevent issues with mould or dry rot.

To enhance the thermal performance of the wall build-up, a 50mm layer of Pavaflex was then installed. A flexible wood fibre insulation material with outstanding thermal performance and slump resistance, Pavaflex was not suitable for installation at the vulnerable external wall interface but would work in tandem with the Pavadry layer to achieve the combination of thermal improvements and moisture management required.

With the insulation layer completed, a timber stud frame was erected, and the

DB3.5 airtight vapour barrier from the Pavatex range was stapled to the timbers and sealed with Pavatape. An integral element in the thermal performance delivered by the insulation, this element of the system will prevent heat loss through air leakage while allowing gradual vapour diffusion to help prevent moisture retention in the wall build-up.

The internal walls were then reinstated with a cementitious plasterboard and a mineral plaster finish.

A new twist on tradition While it is important to bring heritage buildings up to standard with modernday comfort and thermal performance standards, this must be achieved in the context of the building physics of traditional construction methods. The Aberdeen Art Gallery project highlights how contemporary insulation systems that harness the properties of traditional materials can solve these challenges.

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ensuring that any moisture entering the building fabric – from either the internal environment or the driving rain, in the wet and exposed Aberdeen climate – could be absorbed and released gradually by the internal wall build-up.

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Voice of the Industry

Taking steps to reduce cement waste

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r Bill Price, National Commercial Technical Manager from Tarmac’s cement business, discusses how to reduce cement waste to save money on construction projects.

Whilst possibly inevitable in the construction industry, waste remains a costly issue for many companies, and when you consider it can account for 2 to 3% of the total project cost1, it is easy to see why less waste will always be good for the bottom line.

So what practical measures can a project team take to reduce waste and cut costs? In the case of cement – and many other construction products for that matter – there are a few important factors that can help drive down waste;

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namely product choice, product size and packaging, storage and handling. Let’s explore each of these in more detail.

Product choice – leave no room for mixing errors For some construction products, like bricks and blocks, the industry is well-versed in specification benefits and product choice is usually a ‘safe’ decision as a result. However, this isn’t always the case with other associated materials, where time and cost savings could be overlooked.

In particular, cement and mortar are often seen as commodities due to their proven track record and availability, which can lead to spontaneous purchases throughout the supply chain. However, a little research goes a long way.

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Dr Bill Price is National Commercial Technical Manager from Tarmac’s cement business

Cement products which have enhanced resistance to freeze-thaw attacks, for example, will not only protect the reputation of the work, but also help avoid costly mistakes further down the line.

The last thing any firm wants to do is pay twice to do the same job.

In the case of mortar, firms should consider a number of factors such as consistency, including how it hangs on the trowel and spreads, workability, compressive strength and appearance.

That’s why ready-to-use mortar remains so popular, with guaranteed mix proportions that can help eliminate potential problems that can arise with site mixing.

With improved quality and consistency, high-quality products such as Tarmac Cement’s Blue Circle Quality Assured Mortar are made to exacting standards in a controlled factory setting – reducing the risk of wastage during both mixing and use.

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Sustainability remains top of the agenda in the construction industry, focusing on everything from carbon footprint of the supply chain and sustainable materials to works traffic management and paperless reporting systems. But there is one area in particular where construction companies can drive significant profit margins by being more sustainable; waste reduction.

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Voice of the Industry

Product size and packaging – making adjustments to reduce waste

Storage and handling – small steps to protect products Another major aspect of waste is when products are purchased and – for what is usually an avoidable reason – not available when the team on site comes to use them. This could be because of unsuitable storage conditions or incorrect/bulk handling, for example.

The smaller 12.5kg Mastercrete bag, for example, is not only more efficient but it is also lighter, which makes it easier to

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deal with on site, and has a small inbuilt handle so it can be easily carried in one hand, reducing the risk of accidents.

Larger bags run a greater risk of being dropped or ripped as they are passed through confined spaces.

Storage is also important, especially as products can remain outdoors and on site for a number of months. With the unpredictable British weather, something as simple as waterproof packaging can increase storage space for watervulnerable products and eliminate wastage through accidental damage. These simple measures by manufacturers can make all the difference when it comes to cutting waste and keeping costs down. Keeping

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cement out of the rain on site should also be second nature to end-users.

Ultimately, it is about taking small steps throughout the supply chain to minimise the risk of waste. Manufacturers have done their bit in developing the products and packaging to support their customers, now it is down to the industry to take advantage and put the appropriate measures in place. In many cases, there are easy opportunities for demonstrable cost savings.

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Whilst it may not seem like a deal breaker, the type of packaging and size of the product is also worth considering in an effort to reduce waste.

The majority of cement available to buy as a packed product comes in 25kg bags, which is suitable for two separate batches in the mixer. On a larger site, where there are multiple mixes to be made in one day, this usually isn’t an issue. However, smaller projects may only require one mix at a time, which could result in the half-opened bag potentially being left on site, forgotten, damaged or spilt.

In contrast, Tarmac Cement’s Blue Circle Mastercrete 12.5kg Mixer Handy Pack is half the size of the traditional 25kg bag, providing the exact amount for one mix of mortar and taking away the risk (and cost) of wastage. It is a simple change in purchasing habit but one which could pay dividends as the savings add up over a full year.

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Build Focus: Leisure

Airport hotel is a soaring success Up, up and away – GEZE UK has helped a stunning new airport hotel prepare for ‘take off’ with a range of products that have given it a real ‘wow factor’.

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The hotel’s impressive entrance was created by a pair of automatic sliding doors, fitted with pocket screens for extra safety and powered by Slimdrive SL NT operators.

With a height of just 7cm – Slimdrive SL NTs are almost invisible, virtually silent in operation and can move leaf weights of up to 125kg. They are ideal for buildings with high levels of footfall and a continuous flow of people heading in and out of the building.

The glazed doors were etched with spheres incorporating a ‘welcome’ and a Novotel logo. A fretted canopy was fitted over the exterior of the entrance.

Also fitted were 300 TS 2000 NV BC overhead door closers to bedrooms and public areas. These closers are suitable for doors with up to 1100mm leaf widths and provide fire and smoke protection.

They have an adjustable closing force which means that they can be balanced to reduce noise from guests entering or leaving their rooms.

GEZE UK worked on the project with owner and developer Nine Group, London-based Koncept Interior Design and architectural ironmonger Franchi of

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Kent, from its early stages of development.

GEZE had worked with the developer on a previous installation at Novotel Canary Wharf, and its owners were sufficiently impressed to contact the company to work on this new hotel.

Andy Howland, Sales and Marketing Director for GEZE UK, said: “The full GEZE UK team collaborated closely on the project from sales and distribution to service and finance, they worked together to accommodate the particular requirements of the client, carrying out site visits and advising on issues surrounding our installations. The outcome is a very impressive hotel which really raises the bar within the sector. It is a hotel with many fabulous features that clearly demonstrates that affordable luxury is achievable.”

The four-star hotel has 166 contemporary bedrooms all equipped with air conditioning. It includes a gym, library, events rooms, brasserie restaurant and rooftop bar overlooking the airport’s runway.

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he Novotel London Heathrow Airport T1 T2 and T3 Hotel launched in March this year and has spacious modern interiors with a fluid configuration of public areas that make it suitable for travellers and other hotel customers.

Two sets of GEZE Manual Sliding Wall (MSW) systems – consisting of a total of nine glazed panels with two pass doors – were installed, incorporating natural patterns and forms from the air, sky and clouds.They present a showpiece room divider between bar and restaurant areas that allows the floor space to be opened out or separated for different uses, such as private functions or breakfast service.

The first set of six panels has an overall screen size of 5010mm whilst the second has three panels and an overall screen size of 3294mm demonstrating the bespoke nature of the MSW system, both are 2400mm in height. Each panel discretely locks into the next one via a floor locking device, which is completely hidden from view. A recessed roller track is fitted above to further enhance the sleek appearance whilst its SmartGuide system enhances functionality.

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Technical Focus

Plastic bottles – dead in the water?

Tracey Bamber, Managing Director of Zip Water UK, discusses the role that a drinking water system plays in a commercial building’s sustainability credentials.

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n office’s drinking water supply has come a long way since the humble cold water tap and a kettle. Employers have a greater awareness of what their legal requirements are when it comes to drinking water, and employees are far more discerning about the water they drink – you only have to look at the range (and price) of bottled water available to know that drinking water is big business. But how can businesses meet the needs of their staff without compromising their sustainability objectives?

Ensuring staff members are kept hydrated isn’t just a legal requirement, but it is hugely beneficial to productivity, so it’s no wonder that a building’s drinking water system is being considered earlier in a project’s development, and not just as an afterthought.

Single-use plastic bottles have created a global environmental crisis.With just over half

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of the 38.5 million plastic bottles used every day in the UK being recycled – the rest going to landfill, burned or leaking into oceans and rivers – we are facing a huge problem. Not only have we created a pollution behemoth that is choking wildlife, but there is now evidence of plastic being found in tap, and even bottled, water.

What are the options?

Traditional water coolers which provide water from large plastic bottles and dispense into small plastic cups are contributing to the drastic levels of pollution, but the good news is that there are mains-fed systems which can provide filtered water tasting as good as bottled water.

Helpfully, there are also systems which combine both chilled and boiling water from one outlet, saving space and ensuring drinks can be prepared in an instant.

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A big consideration is to ensure the system you specify can handle the demand.

There’s no point installing a state-of-the-art filtered water system that can only produce 50 cups an hour in an office of 200! Check with the manufacturer that the system you’re interested in has the capacity to serve your staff. It’s also important to understand peak demand periods so that when there is a surge to make a hot drink on arrival at the office, there is no waiting around for water to be heated.

Stay sustainable By choosing a system that doesn’t use singleuse plastic bottles, you’re playing a key role in reducing the building’s plastic waste.We’d encourage workplaces to become as plasticfree as possible – by providing employees with a refillable bottle they can stay hydrated throughout the day without using any plastic.

Technical Focus MICROPURITY FILTRATION – UP TO 0.2 MICRON MAINS WATER

CRYSTAL CLEAR PURE TASTIG WATER

Another way to put the environment first is to choose a system that uses minimal energy. Drinking water manufacturers have cleverly designed their systems to heat and cool water efficiently. At Zip, we utilise air-cooling technology which, unlike more traditional water-cooling methods, ensures that not a drop of water is wasted. It’s also worth looking for systems that allow the user to set timed power-off periods, or use an automatic sleep mode that reduces power consumption after a period of inactivity.

Filter out the rubbish

Filtration isn’t only crucial for water purity, but it also has a huge part to play in system longevity. Over 60% of the UK suffers from the effects of hard water, but by ensuring your drinking water system includes excellent filtration, you can prevent limescale build-up.

Without a filter, not only will you be prone to additional maintenance costs, but the taste and aesthetics of drinks will be unappetising.

For peace of mind, our filters have been tested and certified by the NSF (health and safety of drinking water) and WRAS (the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme).

Looking good, doing good A final point to make is that there is a rise in bringing residential design into the workplace – which essentially boils down

to that just because something is for an office doesn’t mean it has to be ugly!

Manufacturers are more aware of this than ever and are creating products for the workplace that would look just as good in a home environment.You no longer have to choose between functionality and design, it is possible to have both. We have recently launched the HydroTap Design range for the workplace, meaning offices of all sizes can enjoy filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water from a range of tap styles and finishes.

As well as being a design statement, the Zip MicroPurity 0.2 micron filtration technology ensures drinks are pure-tasting, and the system has minimal limescale build-up.

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Generally, there are two types of filters used for different aspects of water quality, one is a taste filter and the other is a limescale filter. But, not all filtration is equal. Filtration can either take place at the point where the mains water feeds into the building (can be expensive and often means unnecessary filtered water at washing-up points) or selectively at individual drinking water points.

Filtration is measured in units called microns, and to put into perspective how small microns are, the human eye cannot see anything smaller than 40 microns. For filtration to be as effective as possible, look for systems that have a sub-micron rating.

Some systems use filters that have 0.2 microns, which is 25 times better than a standard water filter jug. This type of filter uses a unique wet moulding technology called Fibredyne, which combines carbon and sediment blocks into one cartridge.

It not only removes dirt, bacteria and contaminants from the water that other systems may not remove, but also up to 97% of chlorine and 99.9% of microbiological cysts if present. It also ensures that microplastics larger than 0.2 microns are also filtered out, so the water is as clean and pure as possible.

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Wood, Plastics & Composites

Japanese techniques go down under Barangaroo House, a freestanding, three-storey restaurant, has become one of the first projects in Sydney to utilise Accoya wood cladding, a world-leading high-performance, sustainable wood product, and the distinctive Japanese charring technique, Shou Sugi Ban.

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ituated in the heart of Barangaroo, a dynamic commercial and residential urban renewal project on the edge of Sydney Harbour, Barangaroo House opened in December 2017 and is the latest venture by one of Australia’s most celebrated Chefs, Matt Moran.

The Barangaroo project has sustainability at its heart. With a commitment to becoming the first global precinct that is carbon-neutral, the 22-hectare historicallysignificant harbourside site is concerned with creating zero waste emissions, being ‘water-wise’ and contributing to the overall wellbeing of the community. As a result, the internationally-recognised mission celebrates design excellence, natural beauty, world-class eco-living and its Aboriginal history to preserve the project for future generations.

Inspired by the potential of creating a building in the round, the unique splitlevel restaurant was designed by architect

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practice, Collins and Turner, taking on a remarkable organic form clad in charred Accoya. Supplied by leading timber expert, Britton Timbers, 45mm of dowelled Accoya and 45mm of half dowelled Accoya were laminated into a series of predetermined radii with a Shou Sugi Ban (medium char) finish applied to create a striking charcoal appearance.

To further enhance the project, a layer of ‘Anthractite’ – a WOCA coating from Denmark – was applied to complement the overall design aesthetic. Due to Accoya’s superior dimensional stability, this coating will last twice as long in comparison to typical timbers and will need minimal maintenance. The Accoya wood cladding was then screw-fixed to specially made aluminium anodised brackets to ensure the dowels were evenly spaced throughout the stable structure.

Located on a prominent waterfront site, Accoya was the ideal choice for this stunning project thanks to its exceptional

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way. Along with the low-maintenance requirements, the sustainability factor of Accoya also significantly appealed to us and our client.”

The Barangaroo reserve is no stranger to Accoya. The R7 Tower, a landmark building within Barangaroo, used Accoya wood cladding to create decorative external boxes on the facade of the buildings. Accoya was selected primarily for its high-performance factors and resilience but also for its ability to enhance the visual appearance of the building.

Furthermore, Accoya was the material of choice for outdoor seating within the heart of the Barangaroo oasis. Aesthetically-pleasing but also exceptionally durable and rot resistant, the benches suit the natural surroundings while being perfectly capable of withstanding the extreme Sydney climate.

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durability, reliability and stability properties. With a guarantee of 50 years above ground, Accoya wood can withstand the harshest of external environments while resisting distortion and warping over its lifetime.

Andrew Elston, Commerical Specifications Account Manager at Britton Timbers, commented: “In the Australian sun and surrounding elements of wind and salt air, we knew Accoya was a material we could really rely on. It provided complete peace of mind with regards to its performance, its stability and its durability factors.”

Huw Turner, Director of Collins and Turner, said: “It was wholeheartedly agreed that Accoya would be the best solution for a long-term outcome due to its hard-wearing, versatile nature.

Utilising Shou Sugi Ban was an ideal way to create a unique, striking building form which references ancient craftsmanship and traditions in a very contemporary

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Restoration

Restoring staircases the traditional way Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, Nicholas Hawksmoor and Sir John Vanbrugh, construction of the Old Naval College at Greenwich began in 1694.

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Conservatoire of Music and Dance.The original Trinity College of Music was founded in 1872, merging with the Laban Dance Centre in 2005 – the conservatoire now has over 1000 undergraduate and post-graduate students at three campuses across London.

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lobally-renowned not least for its spectacular dome, designed by Sir James Thornhill and dubbed ‘London’s Sistine Chapel’, today the building is part of a World Heritage Site and home to the Trinity Laban

Thomann-Hanry was approached to take on a deceptively challenging task.

No fewer than three of the building’s staircases were all in need of serious attention. Carpet glue residue, paint and the inevitable ravages of time had all taken their toll to varying extents, and the client’s remit was to restore each of them to their original splendour.

With modern cleaning products and machinery, the task would, in theory, have been relatively straightforward. However, in a building of such architectural and historical significance – and on Portland Stone steps of such an age – Historic England rightly insisted that the entire project was undertaken by hand. Stair treads black with paint, stippled with glue residue and, in places, riven with cracks needed the painstaking, individual application of traditional restoration and cleaning techniques to bring them back to life.

With a long track record of restoring the interiors and exteriors of some of Britain’s most iconic listed buildings, London-based specialist ThomannHanry had the full in-house skillset to meet all of the challenges presented by the Greenwich project. Experienced stonemasons, a team of specialist operatives fully trained to BICSc standards and highly skilled technicians worked together to stunning effect.

After the completion of successful preliminary patch tests, all risers, stone treads and side stringers were meticulously cleaned by hand. Thick, impenetrable layers of paint were melted and gently removed. Cracks were opened, pinned with stainless steel bars and filled with Portland restoration mix (lime and Portland dust) – not only to return them to their original glory, but also to prepare them for many more years of constant use. And, where necessary, entirely new indents were carved to seamlessly match the existing stone.

After decades of concealment under paint and carpet, the subtly unique texture, grain and colour of the Portland Stone steps were visible once again, revealing the spectacular staircases as they first appeared some 300 years ago.

Completed in a matter of weeks – and without the intervention of any chemicals or machinery – the Trinity Laban project is a testament to the age-old virtues of traditional cleaning and restoration techniques in a building of outstanding historical and architectural significance.

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Refurb Highlands and Islands Enterprise issued a tender for a pond refurbishment to rectify the landscaping issues and the resulting project, using GeoGard EPDM – an elastomeric synthetic rubber geomembrane from Firestone Building Products – has transformed the feature

Developed by Highlands and Islands Enterprise as an innovative and flexible business location, Enterprise Park Forres is far from a standard collection of office buildings

Refurbishment broadens the sustainability horizons of Highlands and Islands pond Andrew Cooper, Lining Sales Manager from Firestone Building Products, discusses the pond refurbishment carried out at Horizon Scotland, a business incubator at Highlands and Islands Enterprise’s flagship Enterprise Park Forres in Moray.

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eveloped by Highlands and Islands Enterprise as an innovative and flexible business location, Enterprise Park Forres is far from a standard collection of office buildings, car parking and grass verges.

Set in 100 acres of beautifully landscaped, sustainable grounds, it was established as a supportive and collaborative commercial location where companies can grow and contribute to the diverse economy of Scotland’s largest and most sparsely populated region.

Amongst the key developments at the park is Horizon Scotland, which combines 12,000ft2 of office space with meeting room and conference facilities in a lowcarbon building.

Horizon Scotland’s aspect is as attractive as its philosophy with a green roof, cottage garden-style landscaping and a pond that wraps around the building, all creating an exceptional work environment designed to connect the building to its geographic context. However, when the pond’s original

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clay lining system began to fail, water began leaking away impacting on the appearance of this showpiece development.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise issued a tender for a pond refurbishment to rectify the landscaping issues and the resulting project, using GeoGard EPDM – an elastomeric synthetic rubber geomembrane from Firestone Building Products – has transformed the feature; enhancing its aesthetics, increasing its service life and enabling it to become a catalyst for biodiversity.

Restore and enhance The pond at Horizon Scotland was originally built when the building was constructed in 2003. For the first year following construction, the bentonite clay matting worked well, but it soon began to allow water to seep through the pond bed, causing the water to level to drop.

The reduced water levels were initially managed by topping up the water, but this was both uneconomical and at odds with

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the environmental ethos of Enterprise Park.

Consequently, the pond was allowed to drain and Highlands and Islands Enterprise decided on a refurbishment.

The project was put out to open tender, with the stipulation that the chosen pond lining system would have a guaranteed leak-free service life of at least 12 years, and Biomatrix Water, a tenant at Horizon Scotland and a specialist in floating ecosystems and waterway restoration, was awarded the project.

While pond refurbishments are not Biomatrix Water’s core business, the company recognised an opportunity to design a scheme that would address the leakage problems while enhancing the water quality with improved natural flow.

The design team also aimed to nurture biodiversity with natural habitats.

Biomatrix scoured the marketplace for a suitable solution and selected Firestone’s GeoGard EPDM for the lining because it has a proven service life of at least 40 years, excellent flexibility and puncture resistance

Refurb and would be able to cope with the level of detailing required. The company was also aware that Firestone offers comprehensive installation training and Firestone’s technical team visited Forres to deliver training on site following the contract award.

Remodelling

Collaborative approach Firestone worked with Biomatrix Water to configure the layout of the lining installation to optimise the use of the GeoGard EPDM material and minimise waste.

Following excavation of the new pond layout, two tonnes of backfill was arranged onto the soft sand substrate and compacted twice to provide a robust, smooth surface. A 500g/m2 geotextile layer was then laid onto the pond bed to protect the GeoGard EPDM, and the 1.5mm GeoGard EPDM was installed, using Firestone’s QuickSeam Splice Tape to seal

Biomatrix scoured the marketplace for a suitable solution and selected Firestone’s GeoGard EPDM for the lining because it has a proven service life of at least 40 years

the joints between sections of membrane and QuickSeam FormFlash for the varied detailing elements.

With the lining in place and covered with a further layer of geotextile to protect it, the project team returned the cleaned cobbles to the pond and added gravel, obscuring the lining and providing a natural-looking waterbed. Pipework to take additional filtration to the cascade was also obscured in the gravel. Extensive planting was then carried out, including the creation of an island, which provides a habitat for wildfowl above the water and a microorganism habitat below the waterline amongst the roots of the island’s planting.

Long-term benefits The project has not just reinstated the pond but has dramatically improved it, adding to the biodiversity and sustainability that have always been so central to the aims of Enterprise Park.

Thanks to the service life of the GeoGard EPDM membrane and the water quality improvements introduced to the feature, the pond will continue looking great and enhancing the work environment with minimal maintenance for many years to come.

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Having designed and specified the project, Biomatrix Water worked with specialist contractor, Water Gems, to deliver the pond refurbishment. The remaining water, mud and vegetation was removed, and the cobbles that had been used on the pond bed were removed and cleaned for re-use in the refurbishment. A JCB and mini digger had to be deployed to cut through the original hard clay surface to remove it, revealing a soft, sand substrate that could be shaped to the requirements of the remodelled pond.

Biomatrix Water’s vision for the pond included increasing its size and changing its shape, retaining the glass and wooden bridges already in place while enhancing the water quality with the addition of a cascade to aerate the water. The plans also included supporting biodiversity by introducing a floating island.

The level of detailing in the original pond had contributed to the failure of the clay lining system, and the new pond layout required even greater levels of detailing, particularly around the cascade that was so central to the new design, and around the bridge footings. However, despite being only 1.5mm thick, the GeoGard EPDM system is very strong and flexible with excellent tear and puncture resistance. This flexibility means the lining adapts and conforms to irregular substrates and lays flat with no voids beneath, making it ideally suited for complex detailing. Moreover, GeoGard EPDM’s capacity for elongation by over 300% in all directions ensures that the lining will not be damaged during installation or by any postinstallation movement.

Horizon Scotland’s aspect is as attractive as its philosophy with a green roof, cottage garden-style landscaping and a pond that wraps around the building

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Waterproofing

Architecturally, the Museum of Liverpool is a unique structure, which has been built using 2100 tonnes of steel, 1500m2 of glazing, 7500m3 of concrete and 5700m2 of cladding in natural Jura stone

Liquid benefits on display Remedial works at one of the UK’s largest museums required a highly durable waterproofing system and skilled workmanship. Stuart Hicks from Kemper System gives an insight into the project and how complex installation challenges were overcome.

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he Museum of Liverpool is the largest newly-built national museum in the UK for more than 100 years. Positioned over the Leeds-Liverpool canal link, it spans an area 110m long by 60m wide and is 26m high at its tallest point.

Architecturally, it is a unique structure, which has been built using 2100 tonnes of steel, 1500m2 of glazing, 7500m3 of concrete and 5700m2 of cladding in natural Jura stone.

Beneath its stone cladding is a complex steel frame with large column-free spaces which create flexible displays within the galleries.

Attracting more than two million visitors since opening, it is also the first museum in the UK to be dedicated to a city’s history.

Problem-solving Although the Museum of Liverpool was newly-built in 2011, remedial works were required to rectify former construction

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issues, so architect firm Bickerdike Allen Partners (BAP) was appointed. This work involved removing the original terrace steps and the failed single-ply waterproofing of two separate terraces to the north and south of the building.

It was essential that the new waterproofing system could resolve many of the issues resulting from the original construction and guarantee that the structure would remain watertight.

As a result, Kemperol 2K-PUR, a solventfree liquid waterproofing solution, was specified.

Roofing contractor K Pendlebury & Sons was appointed to carry out the work on the new terrace support structure and structural deck. Due to the unusual design of the structure, this had to be carried out in two phases. Once the original steps and terraces had been removed by the main contractor, WH Snow, K Pendlebury & Sons applied Kemperol 2K-PUR to the original concrete slab underneath.

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It was essential that the new waterproofing system could resolve many of the issues resulting from the original construction and guarantee that the structure would remain watertight. As a result, Kemperol 2K-PUR, a solvent-free liquid waterproofing solution, was specified.

Waterproofing

The work involved removing the original terrace steps and the failed single-ply waterproofing of two separate terraces to the north and south of the building

Phase two saw a complex steel support system installed and bolted through the new waterproofed concrete slab. This presented a number of challenges for the roofing contractor.

The waterproofing had to be installed on slopes ranging from 20 to 35° and around very specific and intricate detailing.

This included 672m of galvanised steel stepped beams with more than 200 small individual supports and more than 3600 individual bolt heads securing the steel to the slab.

A further challenge was the building’s location right on the waterfront which resulted in harsh weather conditions, including wind-driven rain.

Liquid benefits One major advantage of using the liquid waterproofing was that it was applied weton-wet, so could be installed quickly and effectively, including around the extensive structural detailing and awkward shapes.

The application process involved laying reinforcement fleece directly onto the first application of wet resin, immediately followed by more resin on top to ensure complete saturation of the reinforcement fleece. This provided the roofing operatives with the visible assurance that the correct amount of resin had been used throughout, and a consistent depth of coverage and membrane thickness had been achieved.

After curing, the system created a strong bond directly to the substrate, forming a seamless, elastomeric waterproof membrane that cannot delaminate. This will ensure the waterproofing performs to the highest standards to keep the museum watertight for many years to come.

The project also included the application of a protective coating consisting of Kempertec EP5 Primer and quartz sand to the flat terrace areas where cement-bonded blockwork supports were being used.

The museum remained open to the public throughout the remedial works,

including all the structural elements, waterproofing and installation of the new replacement terrace steps.

As the Kemperol 2K-PUR was odourless, this also assured the client that anyone visiting or working at the museum during the works wouldn’t be affected by any disruptive odours.

Revealing a landmark The project was successfully completed allowing the museum to finally be revealed in all its glory in May this year.

The new exterior stairs to the Museum of Liverpool offer fabulous views of the city’s famous Three Graces – the Royal Liver Building, the Cunard Building and the former offices of the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board. Both ends of the museum now also feature seating, terraces and steps, leading to two viewing platforms offering unique observation points for the city, River Mersey and Liverpool Bay.

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Installation hurdles

Once the original steps and terraces had been removed by the main contractor, WH Snow, K Pendlebury & Sons applied Kemperol 2K-PUR to the original concrete slab underneath

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Specification Spotlight Image ©Jack Hardy

Image ©Jack Hardy

Stone was extensively specified as part of the project. Schlüter-Systems was initially engaged to provide a waterproofing solution for Adare Manor but was eventually able to assist on a greater scale.

Set in 840 acres of grounds, Adare Manor has been the subject of an 18-month-long renovation – its most extensive in 25 years

Schlüter specification insight: minimising build-up in the manor Schlüter-Systems used its specialist technical knowledge and a number of key product solutions to minimise floor build-up and guarantee complete waterproofing provision in the refurbishment of one of Ireland’s most magnificent country houses.

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et in 840 acres of grounds, Adare Manor has been the subject of an 18-month-long renovation – its most extensive in 25 years.

40 new bedrooms have been added to this 19th-century Neo-Gothic masterpiece as well as a host of new facilities; including a swimming pool, boardroom, cinema, spa and 350-capacity ballroom.

Company involvement Stone was extensively specified as part of the project. Schlüter-Systems was initially engaged to provide a waterproofing solution for Adare Manor but was eventually able to assist on a greater scale.

Insight Area: bedrooms and bathrooms (floors) Action: minimising height for uncoupling, underfloor heating and waterproofing.

Through the use of multi-functional products, Schlüter was able to put forward a single-source solution that reduced build-up from 10 layers to six and saved 19mm of height, as well as eliminating the need for a

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smoothing compound.The floor build-up was approved by lead architect, ReardonSmith, and main contractor, John Paul Construction.

Underfloor heating, uncoupling and waterproofing – four layers to one Underfloor heating, uncoupling and waterproofing provision was simplified from four layers to one, using the electric underfloor heating system, SchlüterDITRA-HEAT-E. Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT matting is only 5.5mm thick and was laid onto a 1mm bed of flexible adhesive, giving build-up of just 6.5mm. As opposed to needing a layer of encapsulation above it, the system features studded matting and the cable clips securely within it, avoiding the need for tape or adhesive and enabling even spacing.

Acoustic matting – a slimline variant Schlüter assisted by exchanging the proposed matting of 10mm thickness for Schlüter-DITRA-SOUND matting of only 3.5mm thickness, saving 65% of build-up for acoustic reduction measures.

This matting offered the same dB rating and could be installed using a standard polymer modified adhesive.

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Area: bathrooms/golf clubhouse, including the spa (walls) Action: providing guaranteed waterproofing.

For areas of high moisture, waterproofing is an essential consideration, and it takes on an even greater significance when it comes to preserving historic buildings – Adare Manor has stood for 185 years, and the intent of the restoration is to see it through at least the same again.

A secure waterproofing system Schlüter’s complete waterproofing system for these areas consisted of SchlüterKERDI-200 waterproofing membrane, KERDI-KEBA sealing band and KERDICOLL-L adhesive. These products work together to form a CE-Marked waterproof solution that will stand the test of time.

As well as the above solutions, Schlüter-Systems also provided its original uncoupling mat, Schlüter-DITRA 25, for use under the flooring of Adare Manor’s new ballroom and its golf clubhouse and spa. The company is proud to have been specified on such a scale for this prestigious project.

Specification Spotlight Image ©Tate (Seraphina Neville) 2018

Image ©Tate (Seraphina Neville) 2018

The installation involved tiling the length of the Duveen Galleries. Contacted by curator Linsey Young, Schlüter donated its market-leading uncoupling membrane for use beneath the white tiles laid above the galleries’ terrazzo floor.

An artistic uncoupling of tile at Tate Britain

The Schlüter-DITRA 25 was installed and tiled over the days and weeks in the run-up to the exhibition opening on 22nd March. Creating a striking contrast with Tate Britain’s Neo-Classical architecture, the commissioned work remained in situ until 8th October, following a six-month run.

1300m2 of Schlüter-DITRA 25 uncoupling membrane helped to ensure a crack-free finish for the tile within 2016 Turner Prize nominee Anthea Hamilton’s recent commission for the prestigious Duveen Galleries. that she discovered several years ago, capturing a scene from a dance by American Choreographer, Erick Hawkins.

The project marked Schlüter-Systems’ second involvement with Tate Britain; in 2011, the company was engaged as part of a £45m renovation of the Grade II Listed Millbank building, led by architecture firm Caruso St John.The renovation involved the creation of new education and events rooms, including the art gallery’s Djanogly cafe and opened in November 2013.

DITRA 25 was again utilised, on this occasion for uncoupling provision beneath agglomerate stone or unglazed porcelain floor tiles, dependent on the rooms and areas in question. Cement-free tile backer board, Schlüter-KERDI-BOARD, can be found supporting wall tiling in the WCs and kitchens; Schlüter-DILEX movement joints, in a number of variants, can be seen within the floors and walls of these areas, helping to maintain crack-free coverings.

Whether supporting a renowned artist through sponsorship or providing solutions for permanent features, Schlüter-Systems is delighted to play a role in the endeavours of Tate Britain.

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ne British artist a year is invited to produce a new work for the signature space, which constitutes the heart of one of the UK’s most famous art galleries. Hamilton’s response, entitled ‘The Squash’, combined performance and sculpture in an immersive experience.

The installation involved tiling the length of the Duveen Galleries. Contacted by curator Linsey Young, Schlüter donated its marketleading uncoupling membrane for use beneath the white tiles laid above the galleries’ terrazzo floor. The Schlüter-DITRA 25 was installed and tiled over the days and weeks in the run-up to the exhibition opening on 22nd March.

Creating a striking contrast with Tate Britain’s Neo-Classical architecture, the commissioned work remained in situ until 8th October, following a six-month run.

One performer per day took to the tiles from 10am to 6pm, clad in their choice of one of seven costumes designed by Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of luxury clothing and accessory brand, Loewe. All were inspired by different types of squash and pumpkins, taking their lead from Hamilton’s initial source of inspiration for the commission: a 1960 photograph

Company at a glance: Product areas: Bathrooms, washrooms and wetrooms; balconies and terraces; staircases, heated floors; industrial floors; swimming pools; offices; kitchens and living spaces Sectors: All market sectors including architectural, retail, leisure and domestic

Contacts:

Website – www.schluter.co.uk Phone – 01530 813396

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Specification Spotlight

The BEKOTEC-THERM system is considerably lighter than conventional heated screeds

Product in focus: SchlüterBEKOTEC-THERM Schlüter-BEKOTEC-THERM is a lightweight, low-height wet underfloor heating system suitable for a wide variety of projects, including renovations.

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he Schlüter-BEKOTEC-THERM can be specified with heights starting from as low as 20mm before floorcoverings.

Other benefits of this innovative system include:

Material and weight savings The BEKOTEC-THERM system is considerably lighter than conventional heated screeds. A reduction of 37mm in screed thickness saves 3.7m3 of screed mortar (equivalent to a 7.4 tonne saving over an area of 100m2).

The small screed mass and proximity of the heating pipes to the surface means that the system is quick to respond and, therefore, more energy-efficient.

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Low tension screed construction and crack-free finish

The system is based on the SchlüterBEKOTEC family of lightweight modular screed systems.The studded pattern of the panels prevents buckling of the screed; this, in turn, avoids the build-up of tension. As a result, no screed joints are required in a floor assembly using the BEKOTEC system.

Paired with the Schlüter-DITRA 25 uncoupling membrane, the system prevents stresses from transferring to the covering.The overall result is a long-term crack-free finish.

Short construction periods The four weeks that a traditional screed takes to dry and cure are reduced to just one to two days when using BEKOTEC.The DITRA 25 uncoupling membrane can be installed as

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soon as the screed is ready to bear weight, followed by the tile or stone covering.These factors result in quicker progression and less disruption to the project as a whole.

When it comes to putting the BEKOTECTHERM system into operation, warm-up heating can be started at 25°C and increased by 5°C per day until the desired system temperature is reached.

Compatible with renewable energy sources

Reduced screed mass means that the system can run at lower temperatures of around 30°C (versus up to 50°C with systems that use traditional screeds). The lower supply temperatures mean that the system is a great match for renewable energy sources, such as ground and air source heat pumps.

Specification Spotlight Wet underfloor heating design service

Using existing floorplans and project heat calculations, Schlüter-Systems can provide a design for your project and make sure that the desired room temperatures can be achieved.

System specification options A wet underfloor heating system with dry screed (heights from 52mm) Utilising system panel SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN/P For use in new-build projects where low screed height qualities are a primary concern. Polystyrene panel is easily cut to length with a utility knife, making for rapid construction. Includes 20mm integrated insulation as part of overall height build-up.

Wet underfloor heating system utilising the SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN/PF panel

A wet underfloor heating system with flowing screed (heights from 52mm) Utilising system panel SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN/PF For use in new-build projects where achieving a level screed with minimal labour is an important factor. Polystyrene panel features a foil coating to prevent absorption of the self-levelling screed, and is easily cut to length with a utility knife for rapid construction. Includes 20mm insulation as part of overall height build-up.

A wet underfloor heating system with dry or flowing screed (heights from 31mm) Utilising system panel SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN F A crossover system suitable for use in new-build and select renovation projects, in combination with either dry or flowing screed. Installed in partnership with an insulation layer of your own choosing.

Wet underfloor heating system utilising the SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN FTS panel

A wet underfloor heating system with integrated sound reduction (heights from 31mm) Utilising system panel SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN FTS Sound reduction properties make this system ideal for first- and secondfloor use, as well as over subfloor constructions of timber. Sound reduction capabilities of up to 25 dB.

Wet underfloor heating system utilising the SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN FK panel

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A wet underfloor heating system for renovation projects (heights from 20mm) Utilising system panel SchlüterBEKOTEC-EN FK For use in small-scale renovation projects and extensions, as well as new-build projects where a particularly low height build-up is required.

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Specification Spotlight PREPARE, PROTECT AND FINISH: RIBA-APPROVED CPD SEMINARS As one of the leading authorities in the tile and stone industry, Schlüter-Systems has been offering RIBA-approved CPDs for over 20 years.

Architects can currently select from a choice of four seminars: Waterproofing and Wetrooms – discusses how you can achieve a watertight foundation that will not only protect an installation, but also the wider project as a whole Underfloor Heating – focuses on the modern advances made in this popular arena, discussing hydronic

and electric technologies and their capabilities Movement Joints and Uncoupling – covers the recommendations and essential considerations in specifying problem-free coverings that last Balconies and Terraces – explores how to counteract the stresses of the environment and achieve functional assemblies.

For more information, or to book a CPD with Schlüter-Systems Ltd, please call 01530 813396 or email training@schluter.co.uk.

SHORT, SHARP AND SWEET: LUNCH AND LEARN SESSIONS A brand-new avenue for Schlüter-Systems: highly focused, bitesize learning sessions in a relaxed setting. Aimed at giving interior designers and other specifiers the latest information on Schlüter’s solutions for tile and stone, Schlüter-Systems’ Lunch and Learn sessions have been carefully formulated to fit neatly into a half-hour time slot.

Short, sharp and sweet, the sessions cover the key products, new releases and innovative applications that have the most impact from an aesthetic point of view – from profiles that protect and complement

the edges of an installation, through movement joints incorporated to prevent the build-up of tension, to drain grates with an assortment of designs to match the theme of a wetroom. Each session focuses on a particular product range and explores its professional uses and implications.

To capture the latest talking points, the Lunch and Learn sessions available are revised on a frequent basis, and new subjects added. For a list of the sessions currently offered by Schlüter-Systems Ltd, or to book, please call 01530 813396 or email training@schluter.co.uk.

SMART THERMOSTAT ENHANCES AWARD-WINNING UNDERFLOOR HEATING SYSTEM Schlüter-Systems is delighted to announce the arrival of a brand-new smart thermostat, a highly anticipated enhancement to its electric underfloor heating system, Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E. Based on Schlüter’s existing 2" thermostat, the new Wi-Fi-enabled introduction allows for more closely customised operation of the award-winning system.The discreet thermostat offers minimal visual impact within a room and connects directly to a chosen wireless network.

In addition, an easy set-up wizard and capacity to schedule up to six events per day results in ultimate flexibility for end-users.

Alongside the new thermostat is a dedicated app; Schlüter-HEAT-CONTROL is free for both Android and Apple iOS devices and boasts an intuitive interface for easy control of the system.

In conjunction with the unique SchlüterDITRA-HEAT-DUO matting, with its fast reacting heating and acoustic reduction fleece, this new announcement installs Schlüter’s electric underfloor heating solution as an unrivalled system.The smart thermostat brings the controls for the system in-line with users’ expectations and allows it to function even more effectively in tandem with a busy life.

Request Schlüter-Systems’ brochures, which include further details on products, areas of application and the support the company can offer to architects and specifiers.

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CPDs & Seminars

Kährs launches RIBA-approved CPD

SIMONSWERK launches 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.

Kährs has launched a new RIBA-approved CPD seminar for architects, designers and trade professionals. The seminar, titled ‘Engineered Wood Flooring’, educates on the construction of engineered wood, and how the product can be effectively specified within both domestic and commercial projects. Environmental accreditations, installation methods and examples of references are covered within the 40-minute seminar, with complimentary lunch.

Learning aims of the seminar include: what is engineered wood, the installation process, environmental considerations, shaping the design brief, budget considerations, accessories and how to maintain an engineered wood floor. Book your CPD with Kährs via the below website. * sales@kahrs.com

( 02392 453045 8 www.ribacpd.com/kahrs-

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he 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 of experience in the manufacture of high-quality brass, aluminium and stainless steel hinges for doors, windows and conservatories. The company’s ranges include the outstanding fully concealed TECTUS system and the increasingly popular TRITECH solid brass hinge with concealed bearings and load capacity to 160kg.

For further information on SIMONSWERK’s RIBA-approved CPD on the Specification of Hinges or any of the company’s products, please visit the website below. * info@simonswerk.co.uk

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

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Learning could be a lifesaver GEZE UK has revised a piece of lifesaving learning – its popular RIBA-approved CPD on specifying, installing and maintaining ironmongery for fire doors.The 40-minute seminar explains what fire doors are, identifies their various components, how they work, the

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standards and regulations which surround them and why smoke is so dangerous. It is intended for chartered members of RIBA but is also suitable for facilities managers, property managers and architectural ironmongers and completely updates the 2016 version. It incorporates the latest statistics for England,Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, including the number of people that die from smoke inhalation every year. It also highlights the latest regulations. * info.uk@geze.com

( 01543 443000 8 www.geze.co.uk

New RIBA CPD app covers subfloor preparation and adhesive selection F. Ball and Co. has made its RIBA-assessed CPD tutorial available to download as an app.

The tutorial covers all aspects of subfloor preparation, including the varying requirements of different subfloor types, moisture testing and providing effective moisture protection, and the installation of a suitable levelling compound to create a smooth, blemish-free finish.

The CPD module also details how to specify the correct adhesive, taking into account the floorcoverings being installed and the environment in which they will be situated.The tutorial can be completed in one go or in sections until it has been fully completed, upon which a certificate of completion is issued.The tutorial is worth one hour of CPD points. * mail@f-ball.co.uk

( 01538 361633 8 www.f-ball.com

Building Control

Stroma Building Control officially launches The Stroma Group has announced the launch of a new approved inspector brand: Stroma Building Control. It becomes one of the most prominent and largest CICAIR-approved inspectors to the construction industry.

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ormed from three already established building control providers in Approved Design Consultancy, BBS Building Control and Greendoor Building Control, Stroma unites more than three decades of project work and experience in the building control sector. Its expansive team of more than 120 qualified building control surveyors and network of 14 regional offices means that clients can rely on a nationwide building control compliance service delivered at a local level.

A market leader in delivering environmental sustainability and compliance service throughout the construction lifecycle, the Stroma Group first acquired Greendoor Building Control in late 2015. Further acquisitions of Approved Design Consultancy and BBS Building Control followed in 2016. Over the past two years, a detailed programme of integration has progressed to unite the companies into one of the largest private approved inspectors across England and Wales. Stroma combines the skill and experience of Approved Design, BBS and Greendoor to deliver more resources, better project efficiency and a client-focused service.

The Stroma Building Control team has an extensive track record across all project types within the construction industry.Their body of work as trusted consultancy partners for the client spans residential, commercial, mixed-use, leisure, retail, education and more. Stroma’s

advice and support can be provided during the concept and early design phase, through the initial notice submission, plans appraisal and site inspections to the final certificate submission at completion. It also delivers full technical support to clients, CPDs on all regulations and advice on any changes to those regulations.

Stroma Building Control has created a blueprint for success by selecting the very best elements of Approved Design, BBS and Greendoor to create a premiere building control provider from exceptionally strong foundations.The process was guided and informed by its existing client relationships to ensure each step in the integration would help to maintain and advance the excellent service already received by clients.

The Stroma Group was formed in 2002, now comprising three divisions which deliver services throughout the RIBA Plan of Work stages. In addition to building control, Stroma can provide expertise within the fields of pre-construction, building performance testing, building compliance, post-construction, certification and training, Building Information Modelling and mobile software. By engaging with Stroma, clients can avoid the extensive procurement and management costs associated with hiring multiple subcontractors, achieving all services from a single supplier throughout the project lifecycle.

Steve Lonsdale, Director of Stroma Building Control, said: “Stroma Building

Control will be the employer of choice in the sector, providing an enjoyable place to work where staff are supported and respected.We will hold quality at the heart of everything we do and strive to be the leading national private provider of building control services in the UK.The service is focused on enhancing the client experience of the regulatory system and adding value at each stage of the process. Clients can trust a reputation built

by Approved Design, BBS and Greendoor for efficient, timely and high-quality services delivered by experienced professionals.�

8 www.stroma.com/building-control * buildingcontrol@stroma.com ( 0345

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HVAC/HVP

Nortek’s customers will now benefit from an unrivalled customer experience, which they can depend upon and trust

Nortek Global HVAC UK announces launch of superior customer service initiative The UK-leading HVAC manufacturer carried out an extensive research study in 2017, reaching out to its entire customer base and the HVAC marketplace as a whole across the UK and continental Europe.

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Kevin Hartshorne is European Sales and Marketing Director for Nortek

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he results of which recommended that the company consolidate all of its HVAC brands in the UK into Reznor and highlighted a number of opportunities to enhance the customer experience and satisfaction.

Nortek’s customers will now benefit from an unrivalled customer experience, which they can depend upon and trust.

They will receive a more personal approach, improved response times and increased stock availability.

Kevin Hartshorne, European Sales and Marketing Director for Nortek, said: “Quick response times to enquiries and fast deliveries for our increased stock range are just some of the new commitments we are going to deliver with a personal touch.”

Nortek is making four bold promises to their customers, which include: 1. It will respond within 24 hours to all

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orders of non-stockable items, giving you the name of the person dealing with your enquiry 2. The person you speak to will call you back within 24 hours 3. It will deliver to customers within three days of receipt of order for all stockable items 4. It will support products throughout their lifetime.

Customers will be able to contact Nortek through numerous channels including the customer service desk, email, online and the new website. Information on products will be available to customers 24 hours a day.

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Rinnai tops for quality product in continuous flow water heating Plumbing and heating engineers have reviewed and rated Rinnai continuous flow units and systems as a leader in a recent survey into hot water heating delivery systems and products, identifying the company as having “superior quality” to competitor products.

The survey showed respondents – all Gas Safe-registered engineers – answered questions regarding overall satisfaction, brand awareness and product quality.

Rinnai came top on product quality – and technical service, in particular.

Over 70% of those surveyed stated they were regular customers and identified “strongly” that “quality of products” and no “callbacks to site” as being the main reasons for their views.

Over 65% of respondents said that the quality of Rinnai’s product offering is “superior” to the claimed market leaders

with a further 85% indicating that the brand – including all elements of product range, reliability, innovation and customer service – is a genuine market leader.

Rinnai units and systems are now the numberone choice for large buildings and businesses with a heavy demand for constant hot water or where high peaks of demand occur at certain times. The water handling capacity is infinite as units can be installed to ‘cascade’.

The benefits for the end-user are big savings on fuel over other forms of water heating solutions, with the added

advantage that there is no need to give up valuable space to install a cylinder.

And there are no standing losses to account for that regularly occur with traditional stored hot water systems.

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LowBoard provides ideal UFH solution for Central London flats

A complex and time-constrained redevelopment contract in Central London is making extensive use of LowBoard22 underfloor heating panels, as well as other products from the OMNIE range. The layout features three two-bedroom flats on the second floor, with a further pair, plus a three-bedroom apartment on the floor above. The kitchen and living room area will be located on the very top floor of the building using the LowBoard22 to deliver space heating. The LowBoard22 panels are a widely specified and very popular product within OMNIE’s UltraLow offering with an overall panel depth of 22mm, accommodating 12mm diameter pipe runs. * projects@omnie.co.uk

( 01392 363605

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Pendock warms to ice rink challenge Pendock has installed 24 Ultima Plus Radiator Guards along with of laminated MX and CH pipe boxing at Slough Borough Council’s newly-refurbished Ice Arena. Pendock’s involvement in the 44-week, £10m programme was to supply and fit the radiator guards and the associated pipe boxing in the toilets and changing rooms. Pendock’s Ultima Plus Guards have been designed to provide the highest levels of radiator guard safety and protection.The ‘bullnose’ corners afford protection against accidental falls or even self-harm, they also safeguard against scalding due to their excellent low surface temperature characteristics. MX and CH boxing was specified, which also features rounded edges to protect against injury and ensure ease of cleaning. * sales@pendock.co.uk

( 01952 580590

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New Clean Air Strategy a breath of fresh air for Vortice Vortice is thrilled to get behind Defra’s Clean Air Strategy consultation.The draft outlines that “Air pollution is the top environmental risk to human health in the UK and the fourth greatest threat to public health after cancer”.The draft shows the connection between suitable, correct ventilation and good indoor air quality. Vortice has made it its mission over the years to be a voice within the industry ensuring customers get a correct, compliant ventilation system.

The consultation also discusses how occupant behaviour can affect the ventilation requirements of a home. Vortice has listened to house-builders and specifiers and offers a range of whole-house solutions such as the Vort HR 200 BP heat recovery unit.

8 www.vortice.ltd.uk * technical@vortice.ltd.uk ( 01283 492949

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HVAC & Electricals

Illuminated swaying reeds light the imagination Lighting designer StudioFractal has created a fantastically innovative and creative scheme in St Helen’s Square, London, developing a bespoke lighting system in partnership with Light Projects using RobLight fibre-optics.

120 fibre-optic ‘custom reeds’, varying in height between 600, 900 and 1100mm, have been cleverly woven into the garden backdrop of this key public space at the foot of the Leadenhall Building in the heart of the City of London.

At night-time, the reeds with their glowing acrylic tips sway gently in the breeze surrounded by a wealth of plants – all beautifully counterpointing the steel and glass of the adjoining buildings.

884m of PMMA Optical fibre is routed unobtrusively from the reed tips down stainless steel rods into underground ducting to three constructed pits which house RobLight FL1000 Exterior LED projectors.

Three sets of 40 individual tails are specially

site terminated to maximise the optical efficiency making it comparable to a factorymade Fibre Optic Harness. Each rod is anchored to a base plate buried under the planting and incorporates a spring coil that gives the desired balance of rigidity and flexibility to safely produce the swaying effect.

This is a magical example of how fibreoptics can be used to transform a space with minimal use of light sources. Once in place, the whole system is run from only four 24W LED projectors, reducing power consumption by at least 63% compared to their halogen equivalents, while the 4000K output with 80+ CRI colour temperature offers a bright, crisp light adding to the twilight feel of the installation.

RobLight is exclusively available in the UK from Light Projects.

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UfAC services upgrade for The Bond Works, Farringdon Road AET Flexible Space has just completed a major upgrade of the underfloor air conditioning system at a historic building located in the Clerkenwell area of London, The Bond Works building at 77-79 Farringdon Road. The building was originally constructed in 1882 as the London premises of Lincolnshire-based engineering firm, Marshall & Sons, and previously underwent a full redevelopment in 2007 by a group of private investors.

The eight-storey building is located on a prominent corner position, with floorto-ceiling glazing ensuring that each floor benefits from optimum natural light.

The exposed brick and ironwork grants a contemporary warehouse-style finish to the six extensively refurbished floors.

Underfloor air conditioning was specified and installed for the height-restricted building in 2007, along with other energysaving design features such as night-time ice storage. As part of the recent works, AET Flexible Space was successful in

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its bid to upgrade the existing downflow unit controls and replace all fan terminals on the six refurbished floors with AET Fantiles.

With underfloor air conditioning systems, fully conditioned air is fed into the plenum by zonal downflow units (CAM), which is then supplied into the workspace via fan terminal units (Fantile).

The Fantile units feature integrated controllers where users can personally adjust fan speed and temperature to suit their own comfort. Systems can be

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configured with underfloor or high-level return and can easily integrate with passive or other ventilation systems. The existing system at Farringdon Road is the equivalent to an AET CAM-V system, supplying conditioned air via the floor plenum and receiving spent, used air back at high-level for reconditioning.

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Online and in touch – the digital way ahead Today’s world is driven by fingertip operation on a computer, smartphone, tablet – or even a watch.

‘Digitalisation’ has interrupted and reset the way all business sizes operate, writes Chris Goggin of Rinnai.

‘Digitalisation’ is the integration of digital technologies into all seconds, minutes and hours of everyday life. It dictates, virtually all communications between installers and their customers – and suppliers. If a business chooses not to embrace the opportunities of digitalisation, then it is likely to be left behind.

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The evidence is here. Online buying is now across multiple device formats, along with the streamlining of product or service information available to consumer bases.

Leading manufacturing companies are creating online contact points, information and support services that are fully digitalised

app

and accessible on any device. Tailoring this information so that it is personalised to target customers, geographically and demographically, is a strong and advanced method of ensuring complete service offerings, in a streamlined and effective way.

And the benefits? Time and cost efficiency increases in talking to anyone involved in the supply chain. It offers a platform to engage with manufacturers at any time of day, from any site.

For specifiers and consultants who need reliable products and information, engaging with a fully digitalised manufacturer, with an integrated BIM shelf and associated sales support as a core competency, will deliver this without question.

For end-users, too, this accessibility leads to peace of mind. A digitalisation strategy is, at its core, aiming to ensure the customer is central to company-thinking and long-term goals. Competing in the new wider, and online, industry requires the most advanced, personalised and hassle-free offering to the end-user and in this manner is extremely important.

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With its easy-to-navigate format, users can benefit from a variety of useful tools, such as the magazine’s latest issue, digital archive, suppliers and newsbank.

The App is also synced with SBP Library (www.sustainable-buildingproducts.com) providing an essential specification portal.

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Landscaping & Water Management

During and after: the massive Lillie Square development has completely transformed the area in Earls Court, London

Fully integrated waterproofing solution for London’s prestigious Lillie Square One of the top London developments, Lillie Square transformed a 7.4-acre car park in Earls Court into 800 luxury residences, and a below-ground clubhouse encompassing swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room, gym and function room. The project therefore required robust waterproofing protection from Newton specialist contractor, Stonehouse Basements.

Phased development

The developments’ distinctive contemporary architecture draws from the heritage of West London, referencing the traditional squares, mansions and townhouses of Kensington, Chelsea and Fulham. Designed by a multiaward-winning team of architects and designers, from the very beginning, Lillie Square has been created with generous proportions and the finest materials in mind.

Due to its scale, the project is being delivered in two phases over five years – the first five buildings were successfully completed in March 2014, swiftly becoming the fastestselling London development at the time.

Protection for the lifetime of the structure

Each design element has been specified with lifetime efficiency, sustainability and cost in mind. Naturally, this included the waterproofing, and main contractor Sir Robert McAlpine and Stonehouse worked in conjunction early in the process to consider the best waterproofing options for Lillie Square.This led to the design of a comprehensive waterproofing solution and also ensured that it was effectively and accurately installed.

The project also benefited from the supply partnership between Stonehouse and Newton Waterproofing Systems, whose advanced waterproofing products and technical expertise supports Stonehouse’s design and installation experience.This long-term partnership has seen both companies work on a vast portfolio of buildings across the UK, from domestic projects to residential

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developments, commercial buildings and extensive civil projects.

Basement waterproofing Stonehouse combined multiple Newton Waterproofing products at Lillie Square in order to provide two levels of protection and achieve a completely dry internal environment. The products used were the ‘Type A’ Newton 107F tanking membrane, and the ‘Type C’ Newton CDM cavity drainage system.

Newton 107F is a liquid-applied tanking membrane that was well-suited to the massive project as it can be spray-applied quickly over large areas.The tough membrane can also resist both positive and negative water pressure, whilst exhibiting a flexibility that accommodates movement in the structure.

Secondly, the Newton CDM system is an internal cavity drain waterproofing solution that uses plastic membranes to create a cavity inside the structure.The CDM system was installed throughout Lillie Square’s belowground structure, capturing and depressurising any water entering the building, then directing it using drainage channels to one of the four sump and pump chambers to mechanically discharge it up and away from the structure.

The foundation laid by this effective groundwork was then reinforced by the specialist expertise of Stonehouse, whose professional installation has ensured that the below-ground areas of this prestigious development achieve the highest level of waterproofing protection.

As well as the ‘Type A’ membrane, Stonehouse installed extensive areas of the ‘Type C’ Newton CDM System to a high standard

The luxurious residents’ clubhouse is predominantly below-ground, including a swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room, gym and function room

The result By getting involved at an early stage and collaborating with Sir Robert McAlpine, Newton was able to design a waterproofing solution that was an integral part of the project, whilst also fulfilling the recommendations of British Standard 8102:2009.

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Friendly Hauraton surface drainage system installed at Dogs Trust, Manchester The new Dogs Trust Manchester rehoming centre includes kennels for 61 dogs with abundant space allocated for indoor and outdoor dog exercise areas.

The centre’s buildings are designed to provide visitor-friendly facilities for training sessions and demonstrations on how to improve dog behaviour.

Of course, keeping the kennels and exercise areas clean, fresh and hygienic is a major consideration in the design of such a facility.

Contractor McPhillips was keen to provide the best possible surface water drainage system, so asked Hauraton to supply its recommended channels for trial at the trust’s Loughborough centre. Hauraton specified FASERFIX KS 100 channels fitted with FIBRETEC moulded gratings. The test installation proved very successful, and with everyone liking the product, the KS surface drainage system was chosen for the Manchester project.

FASERFIX KS channels are made from fibre-reinforced concrete (FRC), and for this project, were specified with stainless steel pressings permanently moulded along their exposed top edges making the whole unit resistant to any cleaning fluids used.

The material, PA-GF, is used to make the FIBRETEC grating. This was developed by Hauraton some years ago and has proved itself in numerous demanding drainage applications. The fibre-reinforced plastic moulding is corrosion resistant and offers high stability and huge strength for its weight. Indeed, the Class C250 (BS EN

1433) 8mm slotted grating, can take the weight of a commercial vehicle if necessary.

With an emphasis on detailed design, the grating is very appropriate for use in areas where a visually appealing and chemicallyresistant product is important.

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Building Facades & Curtain Walling

X1 Media City, a 27-storey residential twin building, is a continuation project to include 1100 luxury apartments. It is scheduled to open in December 2018.

Staticus was responsible for the full scope of facade works for the Alumno Tower project – including design, production and installation

How a company from Lithuania is transforming the way buildings look in the UK The construction industry’s quest to create iconic structures across the UK demands innovation and cutting-edge technology, writes Paulius Gurksnys, UK Managing Director at Staticus.

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echnology which allows building facades to be designed, engineered, manufactured and installed by the same company is helping to create iconic buildings across the UK – thanks to a business which began in Lithuania.

Some of the most famous buildings in the world are recognisable not just because of their shape but also because of the clever and innovative design of the facade which can transform the final look of a project.

Unitised facades – pre-fabricated panels which can be designed and manufactured to order and then delivered directly to site to be quickly installed – are becoming increasingly popular in the UK. Staticus, one of the largest facade contractors in Northern Europe, has worked on a range of high-profile buildings across Scandinavia and the Baltic countries and is now increasing its presence in the UK, where it has already been responsible for the iconic look of new builds in London, Manchester and Liverpool.

Privately owned, and with more than 500 employees, Staticus has been in business for more than 20 years and is Lithuania’s biggest exporter, thanks to a state-of-the-art 14,000m2 factory in Vilnius, which can operate between 10 and 12 production lines at any one time.

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With offices in Lithuania, Norway, Sweden and now the UK, Staticus aims to develop unique building facades using the most advanced research and design methods – helping to develop smart buildings where people can live and work in harmony with the environment.

The business typically specialises in buildings over 10 floors and currently has six ongoing projects in the UK – with more in the pipeline.

Unusually for the construction industry, it offers a ‘one-stop-shop’ solution which includes the design of a unitised facade, its manufacture, delivery and installation – and, of course, project management.

Even in the early stages of design, its product development professionals evaluate the risks in complex facade solutions, foresee and eliminate system failures and offer advice on the use of new materials.

This unique model also includes: Successful project implementation thanks to state-of-the-art tools for project planning, quality assurance, budget control, purchasing, communication and managing discrepancies and risks Installation by an experienced installation team, overseen by a highly skilled construction manager Use of environmentally-friendly materials such as aluminium, glass and timber.

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Some of the projects which already have the construction industry in the UK talking are: Current UK project: X1 Media City, Manchester Architect: Falconer Chester Hall Client: Vermont Construction Type: Residential luxury T2 apartments Scope of work: Unitised aluminium and glass facades plus aluminium cassettes soffits cladding Works area: 9800m2 Details: The 27-storey residential twin building is a continuation project to include 1100 luxury apartments. It is scheduled to open in December 2018.

Completed UK project: Alumno Tower, London Completion date: February 2018 Size: 8500m2 Type: Residential 26-floor building for student accommodation and an art centre in Stratford, East London Installation: Unitised aluminiumglass facade systems, windows and doors Details: Staticus was responsible for the full scope of facade works for this exciting project – including design, production and installation.The site is unique because of its sophisticated triangular shape and its height, which provided extra challenges.Terracotta ceramics were used for decoration giving a brick masonry effect. In total, 2077 pieces of facade panels were installed.

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Building Facades & Curtain Walling Kingspan launches new facade business FGS transforms Leeds Council offices FGS’ contracting team (formerly Glassolutions Contracting) has helped transform 1970s Leeds City Council office block, Merrion House, into an innovative public sector building. FGS supplied SGG Cool-Lite Xtreme 60-28ii sealed units to deliver thermally superior windows without compromising natural light transmission or causing summertime overheating. While FGS’ unique VS-1 curtain walling system was used to deliver clean sightlines and streamlined aesthetics on the new atrium extension.

The WICONA WICTEC 60 stick system curtain walling was also installed to create the remainder of the building envelope, offering a narrow face width of 60mm and giving a filigree appearance.

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Kingspan Group has announced the launch of Kingspan Facades – a business designed to help architects enhance designs without compromising on technical performance. Kingspan Facades is a service-led business providing specifiers with a portfolio of advanced building envelope systems suitable for a multitude of applications and styles.This aesthetic offering is supported with four robust substructure solutions that encompass Kingspan’s advanced core insulations alongside options using more traditional materials. Kingspan Facades will be underpinned by an industryleading Compliance Assured scheme. Compliance Assured by Kingspan is a robust assurance framework to support customers through design, installation training and on-site inspection during construction and handover of a BR 135/BS 8414-tested Kingspan Facade system. * info@kingspanfacades.co.uk

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Levolux fins chosen for Belfast Studios The new £20m purpose-built Belfast Harbour Studios provide the optimum conditions for shooting major film productions, partly thanks to an external solar shading solution, courtesy of Levolux. Designed by RPP Architects, the new studio development resides within the 340-acre Giant’s Park development, which was formerly a landfill site on the outskirts of Belfast. As a UK-leading solar shading specialist, Levolux was invited to develop a custom solution applied externally to a threestorey office building at the heart of the studio complex. For the west-facing elevation of the Belfast Harbour Studios office building, Levolux proposed an arrangement of vertical fins to provide the optimum degree of shading during the afternoons. * info@levolux.com

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings New shapes to set the mood at CyberArk CSK Projects has specified high-performance carpet tiles from modulyss to deliver global leader in privileged access security, CyberArk, an office with a modern and fun look that inspires employees. Combining New Shapes and various colours of the structured loop-pile First Absolute quality, the team at CSK Projects have delivered a floor layout that uses colour and shape to define areas and play a role in improving acoustics. First Absolute is a high-performance structured loop-pile carpet tile with tonal variations for a subtle, modern effect.Well-suited to intensive office use such as the Cat A space occupied by CyberArk, First Absolute is available in a wide range of functional colours, with CSK Projects selecting a grey and blue palette for the office space. * info@modulyss.com

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Instant success for Designer Contracts’ new ranges Designer Contracts has marked its two new curtain and blind fabric collections as an instant success. The latest Elegance and Indulgence ranges incorporate up-to-the-minute colours, textures and patterns to reflect the growing demand for interior design-led fabrics. Elegance features a choice of well-priced fabrics in a variety of popular muted shades such as duck egg, sage and mauve, with patterns including floral ‘Geo Viola’ and ‘Ripple Grape’. Luxurious Indulgence has been introduced with the most discerning house buyer in mind and includes a well-appointed selection of soft heather colours, including modern ‘Saffron Heather’ and ‘Tetris Lilac’. The collection also has a choice of charcoals and naturals. * enquiries@designercontracts.com

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Walls that tell stories with Granorte Storywall by Granorte is the manufacturer’s latest innovative surface to harness the beneficial properties and low impact of cork.Taking cork recycled from the wine stopper industry, Granorte uses direct digital print to create patterns onto large-format wall tiles. Capturing modern colourful pixelates, distinct geometrics and stripes along with classic floral and embellished motifs, Storywall brings new meaning to pattern, layering these designs above cork’s unique and unmistakable natural aesthetic. Made from 100% postindustrial recycled cork, printed with waterbased inks and finished with a water-based protective Aquadur lacquer, Storywall is a wall finish with a low impact, as well as excellent acoustic and thermal properties.

8 www.granorte.co.uk * myles@selectfirst.com ( 01892 459331

BAL strengthens sales and specification support team Designer Contracts plans to double turnover Designer Contracts plans to double its turnover and staff numbers as part of a five-year expansion plan.The company aims to hit an £80m annual turnover target and increase staff from 300 to 600 by 2023.

Designer Contracts has this year opened three new regional outlets, including a 6000ft2 space in Leeds,Yorkshire, an 8000ft2 office in Ashford, Kent, and most recently in Norwich, East Anglia. Said Designer Contracts’ MD, Peter Kelsey: “Our fiveyear plan is driven by our current rate of growth.We have consistently grown and developed over the past few years, rapidly increasing our customer base along with the number of regional facilities across the UK, most recently from 12 to 15.”

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BAL has bolstered its specification and sales team with two new hires. James Purrett joins the team as Specification Manager covering the Midlands and Wales. He has extensive experience in the bathroom sector, joining BAL from Venesta – the washroom and cubicles company – where he worked for six years as Specification Manager. Also joining BAL is John Hunter who will work in specification and sales in Scotland. Edinburgh-based John has more than 20 years’ experience in the tiling sector including more than 16 years with Johnson Tiles. James and John will work with architects, designers and specifiers supporting them on M40/M20 specifications, providing project support and delivering BAL’s suite of RIBA-approved CPDs. * info@building-adhesives.com

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Reflect a while with Antron Global Colour Trend Forecast

Reflect is one of the defining themes shaping colour in commercial interiors, as revealed in Antron’s Global Colour Trend Forecast 2019. Compiled in collaboration with trend expert Anne Marie Commandeur of Stijlinstituut Amsterdam, the Global Colour Trend Forecast looks at how colour will impact commercial spaces in the forthcoming years. Presenting Reflect alongside three other key themes of Play, Primal and Grow; the forecast is now in its fifth edition, available in hard copy and digital download from antron.eu. Through an overarching concept of wellness, Anne Marie Commandeur has explored how our senses are stimulated with colours that capture light and how they manipulate the perception of materials and space within interiors. * myles@selectfirst.com

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Creating the perfect acoustic ambience The Experimentarium museum in Hellerup, Denmark, has been listed as one of the ‘Greatest Places to visit 2018’ by Time Magazine. Following an extensive renovation, guests can now dive into a virtual submarine safari, zoom in on the world of microorganisms or travel through the Tunnel of Senses to explore sight, touch, smell and sound.

However, one distraction they will not hear are the loud echoes and reverberations in the exhibitions and galleries from the noise and chatter of the thousands of daily visitors. This is because architect firm CEBRA has specified Troldtekt wood-wool panelling extensively throughout. These panels, in white and grey, counterpoint the museum’s raw and industrial feel and contrast with the design elements of the copper, aluminium and glass.

CEBRA explains: “We chose Troldtekt because the structure of the panels

matches the raw feel we wanted. Also, because the system is removable and is discreetly suspended from the ceiling, it fulfils all the acoustic requirements.”

Troldtekt ceiling panels provide a very high-performance sound absorbing surface which absorbs and reduces the noise and reverberations bouncing off the interior hard surfaces. In addition, because the ceiling is suspended, it can be removed or adapted to accommodate exhibition changes within the 11,500m2 of public space.

Specified throughout the UK and Europe, the benefits of 100% Troldtekt

natural wood-wool panels include high sound absorption, high durability, natural breathability, low-cost lifecycle performance and sustainability as documented by Cradle to Cradle certification at Silver level.

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New Bradite coating “will take market by storm”

Crown brings colour to the Danish Living Room

British manufacturer of high-quality protective coatings, Bradite, is set to take the specialist paint market by storm with the launch of a new multipurpose product that is suitable for use on all surfaces.

Bradite ‘One Can’, the first all-purpose water-based primer and finish in one can, will be available at stockists nationwide from autumn 2018.

The unique product is an interior and exterior, anti-corrosive, quickdrying, low-odour, low-VOC, primer, undercoat and finish. It offers the decorator a single-pack, direct-to-substrate paint that provides superior stain locking and adhesion properties.The high-performance coating will give protection to many substrates including cladding, uPVC, powder-coated metal, steel and timber including fencing, garden furniture and sheds. In addition, ‘One Can’ gives excellent stain locking properties. It will block stains and lock them in the coating even hiding tanning, knots and resinous bleed when applied to hardwoods, as well as locking in water stains.

The very best of Nordic design found a home at this year’s London Design Fair (from 20 to 24th September) in the shape of the stunning Danish Living Room, a unique exhibition space which showcases a selection of inspirational products, materials and styles that capture and celebrate Danish culture. Leading paint manufacturer Crown Paints provided the attractive backdrop to the installation by donating 70 litres of Crown Trade Clean Extreme Scrubbable Matt in a range of complementary colours to help create a truly immersive visitor experience. The Danish Living Room was hosted by the Embassy of Denmark in the UK to celebrate the country’s strong tradition of high-quality and inspirational design. As Crown Paints is part of the Hempel Group, which has its headquarters in Copenhagen, the company was keen to pay homage to its own Danish heritage by supplying the paint for the walls and ceilings of the stand.

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Doors, Windows & Louvres

Preservation top of the agenda for Grade II Listed building in Bristol Clement Windows Group was selected to provide the new steel windows for a former police HQ (CID) building on Bridewell Island in central Bristol. After many years of being out of use, it has now been renovated and is the new YMCA Bristol hostel.

John Perkins Construction carried out the work along with Ferguson Mann Architects and assistance from the Bristol City Council conservation team. The Heritage Lottery Fund partly funded the £1.8m project.

Preserving the beauty of this Grade II Listed building, which dates back to 1928, was paramount although it was vital that the completed building offered a modern specification for 21st-century living.

Clement crafted replicas of the originals, but with high-performing, energy-efficient, krypton gas-filled glass insulated units, the new fenestration met the brief exactly.

The Clement W20 range combined with genuine T bars and elegant fenestra joints in RAL 9010 white (semi-gloss)

was specified. 158SFKL ‘Brook’ handles in a satin chrome finish were added to complement the windows.

The project was nominated for a heritage award by the National Federation of Builders.

Rob Yeandle of John Perkins Construction said: “The YMCA required a commercially viable 99-bed hostel where 10% of the available beds could be given up to vulnerable young homeless people. The strong relationships built early on in the process with Clement Windows resulted in a conversion that embraced the history and heritage of the old building and blended new materials with old to create a stunning finished project.”

Crittall launches InnerVision internal screens range

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Innovation delivered

Architects and interior designers will now find it easier to get in touch with their ‘inner vision’, thanks to new developments at Crittall Windows.The world-leading steel windows and doors manufacturer has launched the InnerVision range of bespoke steel-framed internal screens that will create a new world of possibilities for opening up living, commercial, academic and retail spaces. Combining precision engineering, elegant design and professional quality installation, InnerVision’s glazed walls will find favour in period buildings, former industrial settings or entirely modern structures. Offering the strength, durability and ultra-slim profile, which are the hallmark of the Crittall range of products, the screens allow the sub-division of internal spaces without interrupting the transmission of light or reducing valuable space. Meanwhile, a range of different acoustic glazing options means that a greater deal of privacy or reduced noise levels can be easily achieved. With InnerVision, one can certainly be seen, but not heard.

Comar 10 offers a new departure; a Passivhauscertified ‘B’ product with U-values as low as 0.66 coupled with processes that cut manufacturing costs by up to 70%. The Comar 10 window range includes: inward opening, tilt & turn and fixed lights and are internally beaded and glazed. Benefits include: U-values as low as 0.66 W/m2K, cutting manufacturing costs by 70%, certified by the Passivhaus Institute for cool temperature areas, future-proof and energysaving, high thermal insulation with ground-breaking technology, 90mm-deep outer frames and minimal care and maintenance.

For further information about Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, please visit the website.

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Viiu becomes UK’s first PAS 24-2016-accredited slimline sliding door Viiu (pronounced ‘view’), the outstanding slimline sliding door taking the market by storm, has become the first product of its type to pass the new more stringent security standard PAS 24-2016.

Viiu offers ultra-slim sightlines, secure laminated glass and an unobtrusive design.

With the outer frame entirely built into the facade, it gives the appearance of a wall

of glass, strong enough to support moving glass sections of up to 750kg, and fixed glass sections up to 1200kg.

But it’s the product’s unusually slim but robust interlock section that’s allowed it to achieve the much sought-after PAS 242016 accreditation.

“The PAS 24-2016 process is extremely challenging,” explains Viiu Sales Director, Rod Tate. “It was recently updated to stipulate the interlocks should not part by 50mm under 450kg of force from both sides. As a result, most systems on the market found themselves in trouble.They simply hadn’t been designed to withstand that level of force.

“During testing, most slim interlocks bend under the pressure, often resulting in gaps bigger than the magic figure of 50mm – the minimum amount of space a would-be intruder could realistically get their arm through.

“Viiu is the first and as-yet only system to stand up to that level of force. A simple look at the shape and size of the Viiu interlock shows that by design it has the strength required to pass the test.”

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Doors, Windows & Louvres

Impressive entrance for council offices As part of a major refurbishment project, TORMAX was contracted to install a prestigious automatic revolving door with automatic swing door to a local authority’s civic offices in Surrey. The new entrance system provides clear and easy access for all staff and visitors whilst minimising heat loss from the building, making it a sustainable solution too.

“The combination of a revolving door with pass door is a perfect solution for busy council offices such as this one,” comments Simon Roberts, MD for TORMAX. “The majority of pedestrians will use the revolving door whilst the swing door allows for the delivery of bulky packages, easy access for less able users and those with buggies and prams.”

The Woking Borough Council Civic Offices have benefited from a significant internal renovation, regenerating both staff and public areas across the ground floor, providing several public services within the same location.

The impressive three-wing automatic revolving door is driven by the powerful, high-torque 5201 operator. Precisionengineered at the TORMAX HQ in Switzerland, the 5201 is a technologicallyadvanced drive that delivers exceptional reliability year after year, thanks to impeccable design credentials that minimise maintenance requirements. The swing door is powered by the TORMAX 1201 door drive which has similar reliability credentials and can be found installed in busy locations worldwide.

User-friendly keypads for both entrances allow staff to adapt door

movement to match foot traffic levels and weather conditions, minimising energy consumption and ensuring clear throughflow of pedestrians, at all times.

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New hotel given rooms with a view thanks to Senior

Stay in control with GEZE Cockpit

A smart hub that lets you take control of door, window and safety systems is being launched by GEZE UK at the Smart Buildings Show (from 7 to 8th November) at the Barbican, London.

GEZE Cockpit acts as ‘a brain’ – intelligently integrating door, window and safety technology into building management systems – and giving building designers greater options to create the next generation of smart buildings. The hi-tech system, which is the first of its kind, uses the latest technology with open interfaces and can be seen in operation on the GEZE UK stand, in hall 2, stand F3.

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Senior Architectural Systems is continuing to get positive reviews for its work in the hotel sector after being specified to deliver the attractive glazing package for the new Doubletree by Hilton in Hull. Designed by Aros Architects, the attractive building envelope has been inspired by Hull’s industrial heritage and has been enhanced by the use of Senior’s highquality aluminium windows and curtain walling. Installed by Barton Windows for main contractor Manorcrest Construction, Senior’s thermally-efficient SPW600e aluminium windows complement the rainscreen of the building and have been used to create a pleasant interior environment for guests. Senior’s slimline SF52 aluminium curtain walling has also been installed to the ground floor. * info@sasmail.co.uk

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Cotswold cafe extended using steel screens from SWA member

Longborough in Gloucestershire is located in one of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes, with a unique architectural style that uses mellow limestone walls containing metalframed windows.This heritage continues with a member of the Steel Window Association having recently been called upon to supply W20 screens and doors for the extension of a popular cafe and food store.With the central screen including a double door and each side screen having top opening casements to allow ventilation into the cafe, this contract demonstrates the full potential of W20 profiles.The slim section size offers optimum glass area to maximise light entering any building; while offering a distinctive appearance. * info@steel-window-association.co.uk ( 0208 543 2841 8 www.steel-window-association.co.uk

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RCI

When designing the facade for the car park, the architects wanted to pay tribute to the former factory buildings and achieved this by using RMIG ImagePerf to recreate an iconic photograph of a remarkable period in popular music history

Perforated facade pays musical tribute The Music Box multi-storey car park in Hayes is part of a major development project on a site with a rich heritage of British music. When designing the facade for the car park, the architects wanted to pay tribute to the former factory buildings and achieved this by using RMIG ImagePerf to recreate an iconic photograph of a remarkable period in popular music history.

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major development project has been carried out on a former factory site in Hayes, Middlesex.The site is steeped in music history dating back over 100 years, as it once housed the Gramophone Company factory, the renowned HMV record label and the famous EMI record pressing plant, which manufactured records for some of the most legendary names in British music, such as The Beatles, Queen,The Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd.The site has now very fittingly been renamed The Old Vinyl Factory in honour of its record pressing past.

The redeveloped area now comprises Art Deco office buildings, new homes, restaurants, shops, a gym, cinema and a live music venue, making this a diverse community of living and working areas, as well as retail and entertainment facilities.The architects at Studio Egret West saw this as a new beginning for the site, bringing it into the digital age and yet still embracing its incredible heritage.

An eye-catching and durable facade

As part of the development, a multistorey car park was constructed to cover the needs of the area. The car park was designed by Studio Egret West and consists of seven parking levels, providing a total of 424 parking bays. The car park also has an electrical substation with 96 vehicle charging points.

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When designing a multi-storey car park, it is important to keep in mind the need for sufficient ventilation and lighting.

To meet this challenge, it was decided that the steel frame structure of the car park should be clad in perforated metal, ensuring both adequate air and light, and at the same time creating an aesthetically attractive facade. RMIG, a world leader in perforation, manufactured and supplied the perforated metal sheets for the project, and using its City Emotion concept, gave the facade a unique feature.

Famous image recreated RMIG ImagePerf is part of the RMIG City Emotion concept and presents elegant and innovative solutions to the challenges of architectural design. RMIG ImagePerf converts perforated metal into a ‘projection screen’ for art, photographs, illustrations and graphic designs.

In keeping with the theme of both The Old Vinyl Factory and the Music Box car park itself, it was decided that for the west side of the facade, a photograph of screaming fans at a Beatles concert should be reproduced using RMIG ImagePerf technology. Using various hole sizes, it was possible to transfer and enlarge this amazing image, ensuring that it will be enjoyed by many for years to come.

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Raw material: sendzimir galvanised steel Pattern: RMIG ImagePerf Thickness: 2.5mm Surface treatment: powder coating Finishing operation: bending Perforated area: 3500m2 Architect: Studio Egret West

Secondary operation and time-saving process RMIG’s experience and expertise were invaluable for a project of this kind. More than 1000 perforated sheets covering an area of 3500m2 were manufactured for the facade using 2.5mm-thick sendzimir galvanised steel.

The sheets were subsequently powder coated, making them durable and weather resistant.

In addition to the picture perforation and powder coating, RMIG was also responsible for bending and numbering the perforated metal sheets in order to make them ready for delivery and to ensure a time-saving process when installing the facade panels.

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Helping Grenfell survivors get fighting fit As part of the BBC DIY SOS build to support the Grenfell community, Structura UK is proud to announce it has helped to realise the ambitious project to build a new community centre and a replacement Dale Youth Amateur Boxing Club – located in Bay 20 of the Westway. Both projects are aimed to support the survivors of the Grenfell disaster.

Over 200m2 of Kalwall translucent cladding has been used along the whole elevation of the new boxing club using the newly-adapted THERM+ ‘stick-built’ curtain walling system from RAICO. This is the first project realised using the new system and has worked remarkably well. The ability to conceal the fixings and screws coupled with the mill-finished aluminium framing has created a wonderfully smooth and dramatic facade.

The scheme was also supported

by Fabrication Facilities, which supplied specialist fixing brackets, and

On Site Recruitment, which supplied the glazing fixers.

This new Kalwall+RAICO system offers incredible versatility, even allowing the switching of materials – such as aluminium, steel or glued laminate timber (glulam) – within the same facade. This means the framing can be pre-fabricated at the factory and then assembled on site with the Kalwall panels being easily incorporated. In addition, there can be a seamless transition between the panels to fixed or operable windows without the need for additional structural changes

Bauder achieves prominent Investors in People ‘Platinum’ accreditation Bauder has become the first to achieve the Investors in People (IIP) ‘Platinum’ standard, the most soughtafter status in the national scheme within the ‘Construction of Buildings’ category.

The Platinum accreditation is the highest accolade that can be achieved and is currently held by only 1% of IIP-accredited organisations. There are currently just 78

organisations accredited nationally, and only 23 of these are located in the south of England (figures at September 2018).

or support. This combination works in harmony to maximise natural daylight whilst allowing vision out and controlling solar gain. Overall, the system allows for monolithic, single action installations which save time on site and give excellent cost benefits together with a high thermal performance and long lifecycle.

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The accolade clearly demonstrates Bauder’s commitment to its strong culture and inherent staff wellbeing, personal development and embedded leadership practices.

Andrew Mackenzie, Managing Director of Bauder, said about the award: “This is a remarkable achievement for everybody in our company, we are truly delighted. We never forget that our continued success is reliant on our brilliant staff and I am so proud of the team here and everything they do. It is only right that the company strives to provide the best possible culture and working environment for all employees and the Investors in People accreditation is a great way of seeing how we are doing and where we should focus to make Bauder an even better place to work.”

Family-owned company Bauder supplies flat roof and green roof systems within the construction industry, with a workforce of over 160 employees located throughout the UK and Ireland. Bauder had been awarded ‘Gold’ IIP standard in the two previous assessments and has gained the top accolades since 2012.

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Waterproofing

Delta Membrane Systems offers CSSW training and examinations at its fully functional training facilities in Epping, Essex, hosted by the PCA

Waterproofing design Waterproofing design is a complex task. Getting the design correct prior to construction will save significant costs.

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ritish Standard 8102:2009 ‘Code of Practice for Protection of Below Ground Structures Against Water from the Ground’ (BS 8102:2009) recommends that every design team/waterproofing project incorporates a waterproofing design specialist.

As set out in section 4.2 of BS 8102:2009 under the heading ‘Design Team’, the code states: “A waterproofing specialist should be included as part of the design team so that an integrated waterproofing solution is created. The waterproofing specialist should: a) be suitably experienced; b) be capable of devising solutions that accommodate the various project constraints and needs;

c) provide the design team with information and guidance that assists with and influences the design, installation and future maintenance of the waterproofed structure.”

What is a waterproofing design specialist?

A waterproofing design specialist offers expertise in structural waterproofing.

A waterproofing design specialist should: Be able to list the principal considerations for a robust waterproofing design Have CSSW as a minimum standard of qualification Offer knowledge on waterproofing systems available Have an in-depth understanding of BS 8102:2009 and its requirements

All of Delta’s technical team are CSSW-qualified surveyors and registered to the ‘Waterproofing Design Register’

Have desktop study and risk assessment knowledge – these should form part of any designer’s report and waterproofing design Have an understanding of sources of water (such as how it flows through the soil and interacts with the structures) Have structural knowledge Have knowledge of ground gases Have geotechnical knowledge (to be able to understand the implications of a soil report) Produce a design report, method statements and waterproof design drawings.

Every construction project is different.

A waterproofing design specialist should be introduced at the earliest stages of design to ensure the structural waterproofing system is compliant with BS 8102:2009.

A waterproofing design specialist should attend site, undertake site investigations, produce reports and manage documentation in relation to the design, ensuring at all stages that sufficient protection is designed into the project.

A waterproofing design specialist will work with architects, surveyors, contractors and engineers to provide a design service which complies with BS 8102:2009 and offers detail to design.

Delta Membrane Systems offers CSSW training and examinations at its fully functional training facilities in Epping, Essex, hosted by the PCA. All of Delta’s technical team are CSSWqualified surveyors and registered to the ‘Waterproofing Design Register’.

Delta Membrane Systems’ technical team would be delighted to help with your waterproofing designs/projects.

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CUBE ONE SHAPE, ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES FROM A FLEXIBLE, ROBUST AND HIGHLY EFFICIENT EXTERIOR LUMINAIRE The Cube LED exterior luminaire series offers a versatile solution for lighting designers and architects. The design is a study in clean lines and minimal form which takes the shape of a cube and can be mounted as either a floodlight, wall wash effect feature or on ground bollard. A wide range of beam angles and accessories allow comfortable viewing from any angle. Extremely precise beam spread optics offer the opportunity to create specific light effects.

To see further models in the range please visit our website.

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Fire Protection

Advanced support for 3D modelling with launch of BIM Objects

Advanced has worked with NBS to produce a comprehensive range of certified BIM objects for its fire panels, now listed on the NBS National BIM Library.

Available to download for free from the library, the new data-rich BIM objects allow the very latest in fire systems technology from Advanced to be easily incorporated into a 3D building model by specifiers, architects and contractors using BIM building practices.

John Newton, Head of Products and Services at Advanced, said: “As a tool for architects, engineers and other specifiers, BIM is transforming the way buildings are designed.

We have always understood the need to evolve with new technology for the benefit of our customers and decided to invest in BIM objects to make our products more accessible to architects and designers and to further extend the visibility of our brand.

“Within weeks of going live on the NBS National BIM Library, we saw significant interest and uptake in our BIM objects from customers across Europe, North America and the Middle East. With fire safety, in particular, being such a vital requirement in public and commercial building projects, it makes sense to incorporate the latest technology into the design.”

Included in Advanced’s range of BIM objects is the flagship MxPro 5 range, approved to EN 54-2,4 & 13 and available in one-to-eight-loop variants as standard, with further custom-build options available. It is

Johnson Controls presents enhanced range of fire alarm devices Johnson Controls has introduced a range of sounders, visual alarm devices (VADs) and visual indicating devices (VIDs), helping to improve the performance of fire detection systems and ensure evacuation responses occur quickly during a real fire event. With two leading fire detection brands in Europe – ZETTLER and FireClass – Johnson Controls offers highly sophisticated fire detection solutions for a range of different environments and project sizes. Specialists at Johnson Controls have used independent research into light patterns and their effect on triggering human reactions, to improve the design and functionality of the new range of VIDs and VADs. The research from the BRE shows that LED light output with a pulse width lower than 20 milliseconds is more effective at alerting people because of the light frequency. Engineers at Johnson Controls have adopted these findings to ensure the visual alarm devices in the new range flash at a pulse width, which is always less than 20 milliseconds when activated.

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easily configured into high-speed, 200-panel peer-peer networks, covering huge areas and tens of thousands of field devices. It includes highperformance repeaters and remote control terminals with a range of different control and indicating options, including Advanced’s TouchControl touchscreen repeater that features Active Maps and zone plans.

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Checkmate Fire Solutions’ expansion continues with Harlow move Checkmate Fire Solutions is relocating its South East office to larger premises in Harlow.

The business has been running its operations across the whole of southern England from an office in Dunmore, Essex. However, with demand for Checkmate’s compliance and third-party accredited installation services increasing, it is now implementing an expansion plan for the region. The first part of the plan saw it move from Dunmore in September 2018 to a bigger site in Harlow, from where it will service its customers in London and the South East. It is to open a new office base for its operations in the South West of England this month. Mark Williams, Checkmate’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “Estate managers and business owners now take passive fire protection more seriously than ever before, so it is natural that so many of them have chosen to appoint Checkmate’s teams of third-party accredited specialists for inspections, installations and remediation work.” * info@checkmatefire.com

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FDS Consult provides expertise to Capital Towers development FDS Consult has provided its fire strategy services to the Capital Towers development in East London.

By specifying a 0.5m² mechanical smoke shaft per tower as part of the strategy, FDS Consult’s team of experts were able to provide significant space saving within the building while providing the necessary levels of smoke clearance required along the single staircase approach for each tower.

FDS Consult classified the residents’ gym, creche and private lounge as ancillary accommodations to the residential areas, allowing the extension of the mechanical smoke shaft from the above levels to provide the required levels of smoke ventilation without the need for additional smoke ventilation systems.

After a careful analysis of each area of the building, FDS Consult recommended extending the mechanical smoke shaft from the levels above to provide the required levels of smoke ventilation for the ancillary areas.

As these facilities will only be used by residents who are familiar with the building’s escape routes in the event of a fire, the FDS Consult team were able to justify the use of a residential sprinkler system, providing substantial savings by avoiding the installation of unnecessary additional systems.

While it is required under Approved Document B for buildings measuring over 30m in height to include sprinklers throughout, FDS Consult was able to provide a safe and cost-effective solution that only included the sprinklers within the residential apartments. This engineered out the need to extend the sprinkler coverage to car parking areas, gym, creche, other ancillary areas and the development’s standalone retail unit, providing additional space for residents and also significant cost savings.

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Supporting the Grenfell community As part of the ongoing support to the Grenfell community, Abet Laminati and Formwise are proud to have helped realise the ambitious DIY SOS Grenfell project to build the replacement Dale Youth Boxing Club and new Community Centre.

Abet donated 12mm compact grade highpressure laminate in a grey Zebrano finish for the washrooms and cubicles, as well as a graphite grey for the lockers. These were

supplied to Formwise Washrooms, the specialist manufacturer, supplier and installer of quality cubicles, panels, lockers, changing room furniture and panelling.

With only a rough brief and a tight timescale, Formwise managed to design, fabricate and install two complete changing rooms including toilets and shower cubicles in the boxing club as well as washroom facilities in the community centre.When asked about this ambitious project, Formwise Technical Director,Tim Jupp, commented:“We were delighted to be approached by Abet to support this worthwhile project. Only having a narrow window in which to come up with a design from scratch and then manufacture and install could have proved challenging. However, as we employ the whole team in-house from start to finish, it meant we were able to pull together to achieve this goal.

Working closely with Abet and their high-quality laminates, coupled with our in-depth knowledge, has created something special of which we can all be very proud.”

Compact grade laminate is perfect for this kind of heavy-duty application where aesthetics and visual appeal need to be coupled with high performance and long lifecycles. Fully Class 0 fire rated, they are ideal for use in these areas of high moisture and humidity.

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High-quality surfaces with Duravit’s XSquare range Holistic approach to the best use of resources in education

A local education authority is optimising best value in a major capital building programme – right through to pupil intimate care.

Dundee City Council is undertaking a £350m investment plan including regeneration of the waterfront, affordable housing and new schools, with the latter designed to deliver suitable, sustainable and accessible buildings that make the best use of resources.The capital projects team has, therefore, futureproofed the school building designs by including specialist equipment from Closomat, to create accessible toilet facilities.The latest project – construction of the new North East Campus – thus features a Closomat Palma Vita shower (wash & dry) toilet with heightadjustable washbasin and ceiling track hoist.

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On display at Duravit’s new London showroom and created in conjunction with renowned Designer Kurt Merki Jr., XSquare – the new bathroom furniture range – is characterised by a contemporary elegant design, high-quality materials and striking chrome profiles. The new XSquare cabinets and vanity units feature high-quality surfaces and contrasting quadrant-shaped chrome profiles. Handle-free fronts and tip-on technology allow drawers to be gently opened and closed, to create a unique and luxurious interior design scheme. With 28 furniture finishes to choose from, including three new finishes for 2018, individual design freedom is assured. * info@uk.duravit.com

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BLANCO introduces super-stylish stainless steel taps

Ever the innovator in kitchen sinks and taps, BLANCO UK has introduced a range of brushed stainless steel taps designed for today’s busy home. The AMBIS, CANDOR and LANORA-S have been designed to complement any design scheme, be it traditional or modern, and all stainless steel sink models from BLANCO. The AMBIS is an elegant, angular tap with a spout which can be swivelled by 360º, making cleaning, washing up and food preparation simple. Equally practical are the towering curved spout of the CANDOR tap and the high-arched L-shape spout of the LANORA-S, which make them perfect for filling and washing larger saucepans or vases. * info@blanco.co.uk

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KBB Matrix Medium basin gives support for elderly users When planning and installing a bathroom for the elderly, the inclusion of a specialist hand basin is a ‘must-have’. The Matrix Medium basin from Pressalit Care provides invaluable support for the elderly and those in a wheelchair thanks to two grab handles smoothly cast into the front of the basin. These handles provide a welcome grip for people transferring in or out of a wheelchair, and a safe and secure support for those standing. The inward curve of the basin’s front edge allows the user to lean into the tap and reach it easily, whilst the shallow bowl gives plenty of space for wheelchair manoeuvrability. The flat surface around the bowl provides an additional ledge for support, or indeed makes an ideal space for the storage of personal toiletries. To aid all-important hygiene control, as well as adding to the aesthetics of the design, the Matrix Medium has all its plumbing installed into the discreet, concealed unit, shielding the pipework from dust, dirt or bacteria.

Zip launches widest range of designs and finishes for workplace HydroTap In response to specifiers’ ever-growing need for products that deliver highperformance functionality matched with stunning design, Zip Water has launched a wide range of new designs and finishes within its popular workplace HydroTap range. Previously only available for residential projects, the collection includes the HydroTap Design range, with three new tap styles; the elegant swan-necked Arc, the contemporary Cube and minimalist Elite. Alongside these designs are eight new trend-led platinum finishes – rose gold, brushed rose gold, gold, brushed gold, platinum, gunmetal, nickel and brushed nickel.The tap designs and finishes are an extension of the Zip HydroTap range for the workplace, which includes the flagship HydroTap Classic design.

All tap styles can be paired with commercial-grade under-counter units to deliver up to 240 cups of instant filtered boiling water an hour and 175 glasses of instant filtered chilled or sparkling water an hour.

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The premium-quality range of timber is available nationwide and directly from stock through all eight of James Latham’s timber depots

Solid wood that can be book-matched James Latham is now offering the Horizon range of North American sawn lumber products which, due to the family-run Pennsylvanian producer’s unique LOG-INTACT process, effectively book-matches solid wood.

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he premium-quality range of timber, which is available nationwide and directly from stock through all eight of James Latham’s timber depots, includes American White Oak, Waney Edge Walnut, American Oak LOG-INTACT, Cherry, Ash and Maple.

James White, Timber Sales Development Manager for James Latham, explained: “The quality and consistency of Horizon’s product is exceptional and having visited their mills a number of times, it is hard to challenge their claim that it is the finest timber in the world.

“The meticulous attention to detail that is applied throughout every aspect of the process, including grading, kilning and packaging is outstanding.”

Horizon’s process initially starts with making sure that the right quality logs are sourced from the optimum geographical location. Species of timber vary greatly throughout North America’s Appalachian Mountains, so Horizon’s attitude to sourcing and cutting offers unrivalled colour, fibre, texture and specification consistency. Horizon processes one log

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at a time in its entirety ensuring that the boards from the same log are kept together in the same pack of timber arriving with the customer.

Mr White continued: “One of the modern-day challenges for joiners and furniture makers in the UK is to source timber that is of a consistent quality and appearance. Horizon meets this challenge, even to the extent of offering a LOGINTACT product, where the boards in the pack are sequential, offering the opportunity to effectively book-match solid wood.”

As well as its standard range of highquality, sawn square-edged lumber and LOG-INTACT material, Horizon is also able to offer bespoke cutting to customer’s requirements. For example, quarter-sawn 50mm walnut.

In addition, because Horizon is assessing each log before processing, it also boasts an impressive inventory of unique, prized sections of wood which will appeal to the most discerning furniture maker. These are available to view online and can be priced individually and added to a regular shipment.

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For more information on the Horizon range of timber or to discuss your specific project requirements, contact one of James Latham’s highly experienced and knowledgeable timber specialists at your local depot now.

The range of timber available through James Latham’s timber depots includes American White Oak, Waney Edge Walnut, American Oak LOG-INTACT, Cherry, Ash and Maple

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Building Elements Helifix Dixie micro-piles used to support Air Chief Marshal statue More typically used to support and stabilise buildings, the versatile Helifix Dixie piled foundation system has recently been installed at the Battle of Britain Bunker Museum, RAF Uxbridge, to support a statue of World War II hero, Air Chief Marshal, Sir Keith Park. Due to the proximity of this new statue to both electrical and drainage services, Dixie micro-piles were selected as a reliable and cost-effective alternative to traditional concrete foundations. These Helifix pipe piles screw into virtually any type of soil, quickly and easily, with minimal disruption, noise or spoil removal and would be easier to extract from the ground in the future, by simply being ‘unscrewed’. Detailed ground investigations showed the area to have a top layer of made ground above clay and sandy gravels, with load-bearing strata at around 5m. Four triple flight Dixie micro-piles were torque-driven to the design depth using the hand-held Helifix hydraulic drive head.

New isoweld 3000 machine now works 50% faster SFS has launched a new, improved version of the well-established isoweld 3000 induction welding machine which enables the welding of adhesive-coated isoweld stress plates to single-ply membrane waterproofing in less than half the time of the original version.

New software facilitates fast welding in typically just three seconds per fastener, thereby offering a very significant improvement in productivity to the installer. Since its launch in 2013, the isoweld system has been successfully used to install more than 8,000,000m2 of single-ply membrane roofs. The system has proved itself as a secure, economic fastening solution which can save up to 20% on the total installed cost. Using the innovative non-penetrating isoweld field fastening system enables the installer to use the widest membranes available and thereby significantly reduce the amount of seam welding required. Because fixing is not in-seam, less overlap is required to offer increased membrane coverage.

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McAvoy announces expansion into off-site housing

The McAvoy Group has announced its expansion into the residential sector with the launch of a new modular solution for all housing tenures. McAvoy has developed a steel-framed off-site housing solution for multi-storey apartments, detached, semi-detached and terraced family homes. An entire house can be assembled in a single day – and from foundations to occupation in just seven days. The McAvoy approach to housing will reduce programme times by at least 50% compared to site-based construction. This will allow earlier occupation for public sector housing providers and generate a faster return on investment for private developers. * info@mcavoygroup.com

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Office Principles completes flagship offices for Spencer Ogden Office Principles has completed a 13,000ft2 fit-out project for Spencer Ogden’s London headquarters.

Office Principles worked closely with Spencer Ogden to provide a set of designs that reflected its needs. Work was completed over an eight-week period and included the introduction of flexible working spaces, incorporating quiet zones, private meeting rooms and breakout areas, along with the general shared open-plan office. The full fit-out encompassed mechanical and electrical works, including all heating, air conditioning, data and electrical installation and the repositioning of some lighting, along with the fit-out of feature lighting to certain areas. Office Principles also supplied and installed all ceiling and floorcoverings, manifestations, blinds, curtains and kitchen and bathroom facilities. * info@officeprinciples.com

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Firestone provides new ‘seal’ at Chester Zoo Chester Zoo’s 1.9 million visitors might flock to the attraction to see the animals every year, but few leave without a visit to the shop. And now the management team can rest assured that its range of wildlife-themed merchandise is safe and dry following a refurbishment of the shop roof using Firestone’s RubberGard EPDM roofing membrane.The system was specified for a partial refurbishment of the roof to replace an existing roof covering that had reached the end of its service life.The simplicity of the system enabled strip-out of the problematic area to allow the RubberGard EPDM membrane to be fully adhered to the newly-installed plywood substrate creating a neat waterproofing solution.

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Advanced protection for prestigious Miami high-rise A networked, intelligent fire system from Advanced has updated the fire protection in one of Florida’s major real estate developments.

The system was installed by Alemany Building Solutions at Sands Pointe, an upscale, 29-storey condominium located in Sunny Isles Beach on a barrier island in northeast Miami-Dade County.

Sunny Isles Beach has been a major real estate development location for luxury high-rise condominiums and hotels since the early 2000s.

Drawing on 15 years’ experience delivering engineered fire safety solutions in large, complex developments, Alemany Building Solutions specified Advanced’s Axis AX fire system for this high-profile development as the customer specification called for a robust, technically advanced and costeffective fire detection and audio solution.

Audio is a particular challenge.The local fire codes require a notification appliance in every bedroom, addressable smoke detectors inside every unit, multiple dampers per floor for smoke control and pre-recorded messages in multiple languages due to the region’s demographic, where the major languages spoken are English, Spanish and Russian.

The fire alarm system met UL464 requirements for the low-frequency 520Hz tone, with intelligent smoke detectors and 520Hz speakers fitted inside every bedroom of the building.The installation benefited from Alemany’s expertise coupled with the ease of installation and commissioning offered by Advanced’s system.

The fire system network consisted of four data-gathering voice panels located through the building along with a command centre giving oversight and control over the entire system. Using addressable distributed audio amplifiers, the system is capable of providing selective paging through the building ensuring that a single damaged cable won’t affect system reliability.

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REHAU shortlisted for two categories at prestigious G18 Awards Marley Eternit Shakes bring Alton Towers ride to life

Marley Eternit’s Western Red Cedar Shakes have been specified for the huts on Alton Towers Resort’s latest attraction,Wicker Man.The ride features a number of huts located around its wooden track, all of which used Marley Eternit’s Western Red Cedar Shakes in order to continue the woodland theme. Marley Eternit supplied 327 bundles of its Blue Label Western Red Cedar Shakes, which were used to create over 800m2 of roofing. Alton Towers specified Marley Eternit’s Shakes for the huts due to the robust finish they deliver, and the reassurance provided by the accreditation to the Certi-Grade quality assurance label, as certified by the Cedar Shingle and Shake Bureau (CSSB).

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There have been three cheers at REHAU as the brand was named a finalist for two competitive categories in this year’s G-Awards.This year, REHAU entered its popular TOTAL70 co-extruded profile into the ‘New Product of the Year’ category, and its fenestration solution designed for Coventry University’s Cycle Works student accommodation block was entered into the ‘Commercial Project of the Year’ category. Key factors taken into consideration during panel deliberation was the research and testing that went into the development of the product, its innovative design and use of recycled materials and recyclability of the product, amongst others. * irene.smith@rehau.com

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High-rise fire protection – Pendock has it covered

Growing concern regarding the speed with which fire can spread between high-rise flats and through other HMOs is leading to the retrofitting of sprinkler systems within many building types: leading to an accompanying need for their protection from interference or concealment for aesthetic reasons. A number of housing authorities and sprinkler installers are turning to Pendock for the supply of suitable solutions. The Pendock lightweight 5mm preformed two-sided L-shaped MX range provides easy handling for fitting at height, which increases the speed of installation where access to an accommodation is limited. The boxing has a durable white melamine finish, which reduces fitting time and maintenance costs (such as painting and cleaning). * sales@pendock.co.uk

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Schöck Isokorb for Luxembourg ‘AAA’ Passivhaus Passivhaus construction constitutes the minimum standard for domestic new builds in Luxembourg and every new home since 2017 has to meet the requirements of energy class ‘AA’, which is virtually zero energy consumption.

One recently completed residential building at Burden, in the north of the country, has gone further and achieved an ‘AAA’ Luxembourg

Passivhaus classification.“In order to achieve these values, we conducted a thermodynamic simulation using the 3D model of the house,”

explains Architect, Serge Schmitgen.“We wanted to distribute solar gains over the course of the day in a way that meant the building could be heated and cooled using as little energy as possible.”

Eliminating any risk of thermal bridging at the balcony connection was critical, and the architect had no hesitation in turning to Schöck; using two types of Isokorb variants on the front and sides of the 1.60 x 4.00m concrete balcony. With pressure bearings made of microfibre-reinforced high-performance fine concrete and an insulating thickness of 120mm, the certified Passivhaus components fitted together seamlessly without expansion joints into the reinforced concrete inner slab layer.

The Schöck range of structural thermal break units allows connections to be made between concrete-to-concrete, concrete-to-steel and steel-to-steel. Product performance is totally verifiable, and the range meets full compliance with the relevant UK Building Regulations, has NHBC approval and offers LABC registration.There is also the security of independent BBA certification.

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Introducing a series of ‘Connector Solutions’ videos from Simpson Strong-Tie Featuring its most innovative and popular products, the videos showcase unique product features, top tips and installation advice, making product information and technical detail more accessible than ever. Kyle Perry from Simpson’s marketing team explains: “We’re seeing a growing demand for quality show-how videos, so we’re building a collection of videos to share with builders and designers. We’ve highlighted our most popular hangers, straps and masonry connectors and addressed our most frequently asked technical queries.”

To stay up to date and receive notifications of new content to your desktop or mobile, search ‘strongtieUK’ on the major social media channels or the website below. * sgreenway@strongtie.eu

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Osmo UK’s fastest drying wood finish Polyx-Oil Express from Osmo UK is a premium fast-drying wood finish guaranteed to keep wooden surfaces in top condition. Taking just 1.5 hours to dry in between coats, Polyx-Oil Express offers flooring contractors, specifiers, DIY enthusiasts and consumers a solution that eliminates long downtime, whilst still providing all the professional features of a traditional oil-based finish. Ideal for solid wood and plank wood flooring, blackstrip, OSB and cork floors, as well as furniture, Polyx-Oil Express is a high-quality, waterrepellent and dirt-resistant wood finish based on natural ingredients. It is the fastest drying product that Osmo UK has ever created. It dries within 1.5 hours in between coats when used with the Osmo UK 6632 Hardener. * info@osmouk.com

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Banc of California Stadium utilises systems from C.R. Laurence

The new, 22,000-seat Banc of California Stadium has opened to the public. CRL’s DRS Door Rails and Blumcraft Panic Handles were installed throughout the stadium, including VIP entrances and suites.The accompanying Blumcraft Panic Handles are ideal for high-traffic applications such as sports stadiums. Select areas of the stadium incorporate CRL’s TAPER-LOC Frameless Glass Balustrade system.With its clean sightlines and minimal hardware,TAPER-LOC improves views while increasing safety. CRL’s Hand Rails were installed with LED lighting for improved visibility and aesthetic appeal.

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