The Essential Building Product Review February 2017 Issue 1

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February 2017 - Issue 1 www.ebpr.co.uk

The Essential Building Product

Crittall Proves Popular At Poplar Page 14

A Burning Passion For Fire Page 20

Osmo Moves In With The Royals Page 27

Bentley Showroom Gets ESG’s Light Touch Page 32

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ProjectView

The latest design practice project news

10 InsideView

A closer look at two key building product groups and industry news

30 GrandView

Building products combine form with function in the picture gallery

40 The Product Review

News, developments, product and project information for the building designer

68 RearView Front cover: Glass Box Rooflights Installed In High Spec Residential Development Full story on page 38/39 Visit www.glazingvision.co.uk Page 2/3 photo: New Brick Tiles With Vintage Appeal From Craven Dunnill Full story on page 27 Visit www.cravendunnill.co.uk

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ISG Commences £32 Million Central Square Cardiff Office Scheme

ISG has secured its second major contract with developer Rightacres at the prestigious Central Square development in Cardiff – winning a £32.5 million new build office scheme. The win further strengthens ISG’s presence at this city gateway location, adjacent to Cardiff Central Station, where the contractor is well underway with the construction of the new headquarters for BBC Cymru Wales.

This latest project sees ISG construct a circa 130,000 sq ft, twelve-storey office development on the plot next to the BBC’s iconic new home in Wales.

The steel frame building, with a striking glazed façade, sits on top of a shared basement structure with the BBC, providing operational and parking capacity for both developments.

The structure includes nine floors of open plan office accommodation and a terrace area at level seven with stunning views over the city.

The building boasts an exceptionally highspecification, with a comfort cooling system, LED lighting and advanced data connectivity. A state-of-the-art building management system (BMS) and a core focus on the environmental

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performance of every element of the building, will enable the office to achieve a BREEAM Excellent performance rating.

supply so it’s not surprising that there has been so much interest in this office development at such an early stage.

Jon James, regional director for ISG’s UK Construction West business, commented: “Demand for highly specified office space in central Cardiff is significantly outstripping

Building on our partnership with Rightacres, this latest win gives us the opportunity to complete two of the key elements of the Central Square masterplan and represents a

major vote of confidence in our credentials delivering high value, high quality new build schemes in Wales.” www.isgplc.com

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Award-Winning Planners Secure £12.5M Bournemouth Housing Development Consent

A popular £12.5m housing development in Bournemouth town centre has been given the green light - with award-winning planning and design consultancy Terence O’Rourke praised for its role.

Terry Williams, director of Bournemouth-based Terence O’Rourke, said: “We are thrilled to see this vital housing development get the go-ahead with overwhelming support from both the public and council planners.

The St Stephen's Road scheme got the go-ahead on Monday from Bournemouth Borough Council’s Planning Board following overwhelming support.

“We worked closely with a variety of stakeholders to ensure we were able to meet the necessary requirements and bring this popular scheme to life.

The development, which is aimed at first-time buyers, young professionals, downsizers and families, will comprise 46 flats in two multi-storey blocks with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom properties. One of the buildings will contain 28 flats while the other block will have 18.

“Once the application was submitted we did not receive any letters of objection – something which is very rare. This shows the need for the development, which will create a vibrant housing hub close to Bournemouth town centre and provide a boost to the economy.”

There will be 36 parking spaces for residents and visitors, including two disability spaces, through a mix of undercroft, basement and surface provision.

There will also be a motorcycle space and 52 bike spaces.

The site, which had been earmarked for residential use in the council's area action plan for several years, is located opposite St Stephen’s Church. It is currently a surface car park used during weekday office hours by council staff and as a pay and display car park at weekends and evenings.

The site has been brought forward for rejuvenation by the Bournemouth Development Company, delivery partner for the Town Centre Vision, which includes a requirement to build 1,500 to 2,000 new homes in the town centre.

Terence O’Rourke worked closely with Historic England, the local community and the Bournemouth Design Review Panel, as well as the planning department to secure approval.

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Duncan Johnston, director at Bournemouth Development Company, said: “This is a highquality residential scheme that incorporates sustainability, contemporary design and distinctive architecture.”

Work on site will begin in the autumn of 2017 subject to formal agreements being signed, with construction likely to take 18 months to complete.

Council Leader Councillor John Beesley said: “By offering a choice of high-quality homes, we can continue to support the vitality and vibrancy of the town centre. This scheme promises to stimulate further investment, increase footfall and retail spend, and create jobs during construction.” www.torltd.co.uk

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tp bennett And Maccreanor Lavington Designed Garden Halls Opened By Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal

The University of London’s £140 million student residential development, Gardens Halls, was, today, officially opened by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal.

The flagship redevelopment between the University of London and the University Partnerships Programme (UPP) is one of the largest student residential developments in London, providing 1,200 rooms to meet the University’s growing demand. The partnership, established in 2013, involved UPP designing and financing the scheme, thereafter operating the scheme for 50 years, and will help the University of London to continue its current trajectory; to grow and develop as one of the most significant academic institutions in the Country.

Designed by executive architect, tp bennett, in partnership with Maccreanor Lavington, who was the architect for the principal façades, the new 59,831 sq m building provides the University with a 18% net increase in capacity, which amounts to an additional 187 beds.

The accommodation consists of both catered and noncatered and includes a variety of rooms to suit different student needs including en-suite bedrooms, townhouses, cluster flats, accessible studios, and apartment bedrooms.

The final design is built over an entire urban block and comprised the main nine-storey building facing onto Cartwright Gardens, a 6-storey corner building on Leigh Street and townhouses on Sandwich Street. The new buildings are internally interlinked to form a single base that houses communal facilities including a garden café, communal areas, flexible meeting rooms, cinema room, music and games rooms, as well as cycle storage and tennis courts. The scheme also re-clad and refurbished the existing 15-storey Hughes Parry Tower.

Nenad Manasijevic, Principal Director at tp bennett, said: “We wanted our design to reflect the history of the local area and the aspirations of the next generation who expect an aesthetic and 21st century living and work environment.

While its exterior needs to respond to the historic context, the interior offers a more contemporary style with a variety of open plan spaces for socialising and studying.

“The modern student no longer views their accommodation as just a place to sleep, eat and study. Therefore, we’ve placed great emphasis on flexibility in our design, both in the facilities provided and in the room types, so that the accommodation is an extension of the university experience.”

For the façade design, Maccreanor Lavington took its cues from the larger Victorian and Edwardian buildings that have been previously added to the fabric of Bloomsbury.

The design shows a meticulous approach to scale, order and relief. The main build material on the nine- storey façade is buff water struck Petersen brick, offset by white reconstituted Portland stone and glazed terracotta, with a darker water struck Petersen brick used on the 6-storey building to match the soot coloured brick buildings in the surrounding area.

The entire façade was manufactured off-site as brick faced precast concrete panels, which generated cost and time efficiencies.

Richard Lavington, Founding Director at Maccreanor Lavington said: “The depth of the facade allows for the modelling of light and shade appropriate to a building of this scale. The unique Danish brick combines references to the warm pale hues of Portland stone and the texture of the surrounding Georgian brickwork, which is enhanced by the shadows of the grand London Plane trees within Cartwright Gardens. The brass and stone of the entrance reference the detailing of 19th century buildings.”

Sean O’Shea, Group Chief Executive Officer of UPP said: “We are delighted to have completed our flagship Garden Halls development - setting a new bar for student accommodation in the heart of our capital city. Having worked in partnership with the University of London since 2013, we are proud to have delivered this important project that offers exceptional architectural quality and modern facilities through leveraging private investment into the HE sector.” www.tpbennett.com

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AwardWinning Bristol Architects Set To Breathe New Life Into Former Derelict Garage

Award-winning Bristol architects, O’Leary Goss, which designed the acclaimed Grade I Listed visitors’ centre at Clevedon Pier, is set to breathe new life into part of Nailsea’s High Street.

The £1.3 million project was given the go ahead by North Somerset Council chiefs on Thursday (Jan 5th). Plans include nine three-bed and one four-bed family homes plus a commercial unit, near the 18th century Royal Oak pub. The project will retain the stone walls of an original glassworks building, formerly used as a garage premises.

The site is part of the 19th century Nailsea Glassworks, when the town was the fourth largest UK glass producer, and housed French kilns and gas-fired furnaces. It is a scheduled ancient monument which is partly converted to a public park.

Robert O’Leary said: “It’s a privilege our company was chosen to design this scheme which will encapsulate and protect the industrial archaeological remains whilst providing muchneeded family housing in the town centre.

“Key to the project is retention of the glassworks stone walls, along with the removal of steel angle truss and asbestos cement roof of the derelict garage. The sustainable three storey, timber-framed properties will be set behind these historical walls.”

Rollo Homes are the developers and directors Paul O’Brien and Shaun Davis say work is set to start early in 2017 and be completed in around 12 months.

O’LearyGoss is also behind plans to regenerate an abandoned garden centre in Tickenham with a £7 million development providing 32 two-and three-bed lifetime homes, flexible office space, small park, water-meadow and woodland play area.

On October 31st O’LearyGoss celebrated a prestigious Historic England Angel Awards 2016 (People’s Favourite) for their £2.25 million project on Clevedon’s Grade I Listed Pier.

Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber was behind the glittering award ceremony in London’s Palace Theatre.

The 13-strong Redland-based company recently celebrated 25 years of architectural designs and was behind the £5.2 million transformation of The Regent in Clevedon’s Victorian conservation area on Hill Road.

O’LearyGoss has completed a number of multi-million pound projects in the region, including Bridge House in Clifton and The Robinson Building in Bedminster. They are involved with projects in the Southville, Redcliffe, Portland Square, and Redland.

Robert added: ‘We specialise in interesting projects, often in hard-to-do areas and ensure our designs are in keeping with the local environment.” www.olearygoss.co.uk

InsideView This months special features: 12 Doors, Windows & Glazing 20 Interiors

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Classic With A Modern Twist Interior design like all fashion evolves with the times and so the march of contemporary movement can often seem relentless. Of course a sense of tradition and warmth for the past often shapes our thinking with modern decor and so it is hardly surprising that Vicaima has seen a trend for panelled doors making a noticeable return over the past year. In response to this latest

vogue, Vicaima have reinvigorated their Classic K range to provide a modern twist to an old favourite with some exciting new finishes.

The Vicaima Classic K Range takes elements of shaker styling but with a more up-to-date and appealing look for the modern generation of interior panelled doors. Available in 1, 2, 3 and 4 panel designs, together with glazed options, Classic K doors offer a solid construction with real veneer faces, together with white or primed for onsite painting if required.

In addition to the ever popular veneer options, Vicaima have also extended the range to include 6 new factory stained Ash finishes and for that ultra-smooth pure look, a new Satin White finish. All doors are available with fire and security options and can also be supplied as Portaro matching door and frame systems where required.

K Range doors are one of three ranges from the Vicaima Classic collection.

Classic P, with traditional raised and fielded panels and Classic F, a flat panel design are also available. Download a copy of the new Classic range brochure from the Vicaima website. For these and other innovative designs and products from the many Vicaima collections, visit the Vicaima website www.vicaima.com alternatively, call 01793 532333 for additional information.

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Wrightstyle Cooking Up Fish & Coal Wrightstyle, the leading advanced steel and aluminium glazing specialist, has installed highly-complex systems in an historic London building that will become the creative HQ of the Jamie Oliver Group.

The redevelopment of the Fish & Coal buildings, which sit alongside the Regent’s Canal, is part of the wider regeneration of the King’s Cross area, a project that will see 50 new buildings, 1,900 new homes, 20 new streets, and 10 new public parks and squares.

Wrightstyle has installed ten Jansen Arte, thermally broken, radiused head composite steel windows, with each Images supplied arched opening being

by David Morley laser scanned to ensure a Architects perfect fit.

The Fish & Coal buildings date back to 1851, as part of Lewis Cubitt’s design for the goods yard, and were used as offices to monitor the flow of freight. The buildings were gutted by fire in the 1980s and have been derelict since then.

The Wrightstyle contract also involved the design and fabrication of thermally-broken “feature” steel subframes that also had to meet strict aesthetic specifications. The upper floors of the redeveloped buildings will become the creative centre for the Jamie Oliver Group, with the lower-level arches forming part of a new restaurant. The sensitive restoration is by David Morley Architects and the main contractor is BAM Construction. The project is due for completion in the next few months. Also in the immediate area, Wrightstyle was involved in the redevelopment of the iconic frontage of King’s Cross station and on adjoining office projects associated with the main station.

“The Fish and Coal project was enormously challenging, requiring laser scanning of each arched opening, because each arch had slightly different dimensions,” said Lee Coates, Wrightstyle’s technical director. “However, we have long and international experience of working on historically-sensitive buildings, with the requisite design, fabrication and installation expertise,” he said. www.wrightstyle.co.uk

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Working In The Light Designed by DarntonB3 architects, this 23,000 sqm facility is the new HQ for Airedale International Air Conditioning in Leeds. The production facility is a stunning example of the way in which the Kalwall® translucent daylighting system has been used in combination with Kalwall panel unit windows.

It includes a state-of-the-art test centre and training school regarded as a worldwide hub of excellence for air-conditioning.

The dramatic linear simplicity of the design projects real impact on the entrance façade while the architects have configured the levels of the site so that the main mass is concealed from public view and all aspects of manufacturing are kept on a single level.

Sustainability is also fundamental to Airedale’s core strategy which has been translated into a BREEAM rating of ‘Very Good’ for the building.

Unlike conventional glazing, highly insulating Kalwall eliminates shadows and glare and the stark contrasts of light and shade. The system also enhances simplicity by eliminating the need for blinds, curtains or solar control. Even on cloudy days, the building is bathed with natural diffused daylight which means less artificial lighting and therefore reduced costs. www.structura-uk.com/kalwall

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Carl F Groupco Customers Benefit From Ingenious Enhancements Advancements to Ingenious door locks set to benefit Carl F Groupco customers are highlighted by the hardware supplier. The established distributor of window and door fittings added Ingenious products to its catalogue in 2015 and enhancements have been made to both the Professional and Duplex multipoint door lock ranges.

Taking a proactive approach to respond to market feedback and fabricator needs, and with continuous investment in R&D, latest Ingenious developments which are spotlighted by Carl F Groupco include additional rollers added to the Professional and Duplex door locks for further compression. Depending on fabricator preference, the Ingenious door lock ranges are now available with either 2 or 4 rollers in addition to high security hook locking. In line with Ingenious’ focus on providing easy-to-install solutions, Carl F Groupco advises that there are no preparatory changes required for any pre-existing users of the door lock when upgrading to the 4 roller version.www.carlfgroupco.co.uk

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Crittall Proves Popular At Poplar Crittall steel windows provided the original fenestration in the art deco Poplar public baths when they were built in 1934 in London’s East End. And weather-tight, energy efficient Crittall products were the ideal replacement when the Grade II listed building was refurbished and transformed into a state-of-the-art leisure centre that was re-opened this September.

The public building served the local population until it closed in 1986 and the fabric declined to the extent that it featured on English Heritage’s Buildings at Risk register.

But salvation came in 2012 when a four year transformation project commenced on behalf of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

Brixton-based architects Pringle Richards Sharratt (PRS) designed a masterplan to restore and refurbish the most iconic parts of the original structure combined with some partial demolition and new build.

The design was undertaken in close co-operation with English Heritage and local conservation officers and it was in this respect that replacing the steel windows became an important consideration. “The original windows were Crittalls and we had the 1930’s architectural drawings to refer to,” says Malcolm MaGregor, director of PRS Architects. “We were looking to make sure that the building, both the existing and the new build additions, maintained a uniform feel in keeping with the conservation issues.

A mix of Crittall Corporate W20 fixed lights with screwed in vents, Corporate C2000 fixed lights and cold form doors were installed; more than 170 units in total. The slim profiles of the steel windows make a major contribution to the light and airey appearance of the sports hall with its arrangement of hyperbolic concrete arches. Equally impressive are the two–storey high entrance door and window arrangement that are such a strong feature of the Egyptian style front elevation that faces the East India Dock Road. www.crittall-windows.co.uk

Products From The tremco illbruck Range Ensure LeakFree Facades Cambridge Street is a development of 282 residential apartments within two towers, of 29 and 22 storeys, in a prime location in the centre of Manchester.

Astley Facades turned to tremco illbruck to provide waterproofing solutions for window and other junctions. Careful detailing around the windows was crucial; tremco illbruck supplied a range of compatible products to create a seal between the high-performance Velfac windows and the sheathing board. www.tremco-illbruck.co.uk

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Commercial Doors Made Easy, In Jack Aluminium’s New Brochure If you need an aluminium commercial door, just ask Jack.

Fabricators can find everything they need to create high-quality, secure and thermally efficient commercial doors, in the new TD68 Jack Door brochure from systems specialist Jack Aluminium – available to download at www.jackaluminium.co.uk.

The brochure covers the most comprehensive range of PAS24 commercial doors available, including controlled access, emergency exit and remote access, and a wide variety of hardware and colour options.

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Artisan Panel Doors Grace Luxury Surrey Mansion

Specialist door manufacturer, Ahmarra Door Solutions have supplied bespoke panel doors for ‘Westbourn’, a newly-built luxury mansion in the Surrey countryside by leading luxury property developer, Hencan.

Ahmarra worked closely with the developer, Hencan to select Blenheim 2-panel doors in an Ebony Ash stain from their Artisan Panel Door Collection. This bespoke range of panel doors includes stunning designs from Ahmarra’s latest projects which have featured in some of the most prestigious residential developments in the UK. The Artisan range has been designed specifically for architects, developers and interior designers working in the luxury residential sector and offers a wide choice of door and panel designs and additional joinery components.

“The aim of the Artisan range is to simplify the design decision for our customers and the whole range can be individually tailored to complement any interior design.” commented Sam Doran, Ahmarra’s Sales Director.

Westbourn is set in four acres of landscaped grounds on the famous Wentworth Estate in Virginia Water. Features include a magnificent entrance hall and a further four reception rooms, It has six substantial en-suite bedrooms and an indoor swimming pool with sauna, spa and gym. The triple

garage features a car-lift and turntable with access to a below-ground five car museum.

Artisan panel doors have been tailor-made for a number of luxury homes for property developers including Octagon Developments, Berkeley Group, Royalton and St Francis Group, as well as for homes and apartments in some of London’s most prestigious addresses and leading 5-star London hotels.

Proud to fly the flag for British craftsmanship, the Artisan Panel Door Collection offers the very best quality in terms of design and materials.

View the ‘Artisan Panel Door Collection’ brochure or browse the online ‘Panel Door Product Selector’ here: www.ahmarra.co.uk or call the Ahmarra sales team on 02392 389076.

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Aluprof Keeps It Safe

by Wojciech Brozyna - MD of Aluprof UK

At Aluprof we have recently supplied an enhanced version of our MB-SR50N curtain wall system on a new medium secure mental health unit at St Bernard’s Hospital, London. Known as the ‘Three Bridges Medium Secure Unit’, the project was specified using Aluprof systems, with fabrication and installation undertaken by Britplas.

The main challenge of this design was security of the north and west elevations. It is normal practice to construct a high secure perimeter fence around medium secure units, but in this case it was not possible. The location of nearby hospital building meant that the north and west elevations were adjacent to a car park and other spaces which were publicly accessible, so a secure fence was not practicable.

To create a secure perimeter for the new development, the security needed to be built within the building envelope, and specifically the curtain walling system itself.

Initial draft specifications called for the curtain wall to be made from steel and the glazing supplied to a ballistic level.

Working closely with our experienced customer, Britplas, we already had experience of such requirements on previous projects in Europe and so specified the additional use of stainless steel plates within the construction, complete with a revised layout of fixing arrangements for the pressure plates of the curtain wall. The resulting enhanced construction was completed with powder coated aluminium cappings thereby offering a neat external curtain wall appearance.

The installation called for glazing to P4 and P5 levels as described in BS EN 356:2000, ‘Glass in building. Security glazing. Testing and classification of resistance against manual attack’. As the MB-SR50N curtain wall system offered a variable glazing depth within its design, these thicker more secure DGU’s was easily accommodated.

The resulting design was tested prior to installation to ensure that the designed levels of security were achievable and met the clients expectations. The final design offered

both a saving in costs over steel whilst still meeting the clients specification required for a medium secure unit using an aluminium system.

So why specify aluminium? Some of the reasons that immediately come to mind are ‘strength’, ‘durability’ and ‘recyclability’, it is the latter that makes the specification of aluminium a green choice for architects as aluminium is virtually 100% recyclable many times over. Today over 50% of all aluminium extruded comes from recycled content which uses just 5% of the original energy used to create the aluminium in the first place. So why don’t we just use more recycled aluminium, well, we just can’t get enough to meet demand! Since 1880, when aluminium first became a commercial reality, 75% of all the aluminium ever produced is still in active service, I don’t think many other building materials can boast such credentials.

Compared to other materials used in fenestration, aluminium profiles are cheaper and quicker to produce, they are also capable of providing intricate shapes for various requirements and, as realised in this project, can be used with other materials to offer cost effective solutions. These composite designs can help the profiles not only achieve incredible strengths, they can also offer high levels of security performance.

When half-scales (the inside and outside aluminium profiles) are coupled with modern multi chamber polyamides and strategically located aerogel insulation profiles, as used in window designs, insulation levels of the frame can easily meet the Passivhaus standard. Thermal insulation performance for openable windows can achieve a UW from 0.53 W/m2K and for a door, a UD from 0,62 W/m2K. So aluminium systems are definitely not behind other materials when it comes to high insulation.

Recent studies in the industry suggest that coated or anodised aluminium systems can last the lifetime of a

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AluFoldDirect Aluminium Glazing Design Centre Is A ‘Lancashire Hot Spot’ For Architects Architects can discover the full design potential of aluminium at the new AluFoldDirect Aluminium Glazing Design Centre – a Lancashire ‘Hot Spot’ for aluminium windows and doors. The specially designed centre is part of the leading aluminium fabricator’s new factory premises based in Blackburn and customers are invited to call in to see, touch and feel the full range of modern aluminium glazing products available for their project. building. There are examples, such as the Bodleian Library, which has now been refurbished and renamed as the Weston Library. Here the original anodised aluminium windows on this building were installed in the 1930’s and when the facade was refurbished, were simply professionally cleaned in-situ within the original facade. These windows have already provided an eightyyear productive life and it is expected that the windows will perform for at least a further eighty years These attributes have helped aluminium become the specified material of choice for architects when it comes to fenestration systems but, it is the ‘bespoke’ nature of today’s facades that really inspires the use of aluminium in architecture.

Concept drawings for new extrusions can be completed between systems company and architect, or specialist fabricator, and once agreed, die drawings can be produced. From this approval stage which can take a matter of six to eight weeks for the extrusion die to be made and extrusion to be readily available. These lead times are well within a new-build or refurbishment programme and open up possibilities for bespoke shapes of profiles of mullions, transoms and curtain wall cappings for example. The other areas of bespoke design, could be edge detailing to an existing or a new facade material, detailing to accommodate a special glazing detail, or special profiles which will allow CNC work to provide a unique visual appearance.

The only limit to bespoke design is the specifiers imagination. Here at Aluprof we are pleased to look at any specific profile design requirement. With our very wide range of systems and profile portfolio we can quickly develop a specifiers requirement into a credible design. Please feel free to challenge us!

Aluprof systems are increasingly being specified on a wide range of residential and commercial projects across the UK. Systems are designed, fabricated and installed by selected, specially trained companies to ensure each fabricated product meets the Aluprof exacting standards. Further information is available on the company website at www.aluprof.eu and specialist advice is available directly from Aluprof UK offices on 0161 941 4005.

“The new centre has been designed to help our customers choose the best products to develop their projects,” explains Craig Miller, Managing Director of AluFoldDirect. “We have installed full-size, working displays of our range so they can see just how many options they have.

“The AluFoldDirect Aluminium Glazing Design Centre aims to be a useful resource where the whole supply chain, from specification to end user, can get the best advice on how to choose aluminium glazing, backed by top customer support.

“The centre has been split into two separate zones, domestic and commercial and each area has been designed to reflect the look of a typical installation. The domestic zone has a homely feel and the commercial area is a coffee bar, providing a perfect place for customer consultations over a brew.

“It’s the ideal place to ask our on-site aluminium experts to help specify their project and get it right first time. We’ll listen to what our customers need and help them to realise their designs through our precise manufacturing, fast lead times and delivery direct to site.”

For domestic glazing, the AluFoldDirect Aluminium Glazing Design Centre includes the new Technic-AL RD1 residential door as well as AluFoldDirect’s best-selling range of aluminium bi-folding doors and slimline windows.

Commercial customers can see aluminium entrance doors and curtain walling using the highly-respected Jack Aluminium system. The door is equipped with the ISEO Multiblindo lock, the latest advance in versatile commercial security.

Craig adds: “The AluFoldDirect Aluminium Glazing Design Centre is open 8:30am – 5:30pm, Mon to Fri, so feel free to drop by to discuss your project with us or visit www.alufolddirect.co.uk/aluminium-showroom. html to find out more.”

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Wrightstyle Completes Iconic Tower Bridge Project Wrightstyle, the leading UK advanced glazing systems company, has completed a transformational project on one of London’s most iconic structures. The company has fabricated, supplied and installed glazed systems in arches in Bridgemaster’s House, part of Tower Bridge, which is being transformed into office space, bar and restaurant, with spectacular views of the world-famous bridge and the Thames.

“Our work was on four arches under the Tower Bridge approach, with the bridge’s structural girders coming down in front of a couple of the arches – making access to fit the windows extremely challenging!” said Lee Coates, Wrightstyle’s technical director.

Wrightstyle systems are being used to protect a new walkway and the entrance to the original Victorian building – working to strict heritage and aesthetic requirements as well as within constraints posed by the bridge carriageway above. Bridgemaster’s House, adjacent to the original engine rooms that powered the bridge’s lifting mechanism, will provide enhanced visitor facilities at one of the entrances to the bridge, and seamless integration with the wider Butler’s Wharf area.

Although the 35 square metre project is relatively small, each glazed screen had to be fabricated to stringent heritage requirements, as well as meeting the required 60/60 fire rating. The design process made use of 3D laser scanning to create initial 3D models. Underlining the challenge, one of the main bridge struts penetrates through an arch, and two of the glazed screens also had to incorporate pipe penetrations – part of the original steam pipe work for the bridge mechanism. Because of the multiple complexities involved, each frame had to then be made in three sections, using specialised steel bending to create the arched windows. www.wrightstyle.co.uk

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Reynaers Brings Seafront Splendour To Jersey Esplanade The largest single office development in the Channel Islands utilises multiple aluminium glazing systems from leading provider Reynaers.

Extending to over 200,000 sq ft, Jersey Esplanade contains large, open plan office spaces across six storeys which surround a central atrium and circulation core. Maximising the coastal location, this allows breath-taking panoramic views of St Aubins Bay and creates a striking new gateway to St Helier.

The BREEAM-rated building combines modulated stone cladding with expansive areas of Reynaers aluminium curtain walling and is occupied by bluechip brands such as Royal Bank of Canada, Deloitte and C5 Alliance.

Architects at Axis Mason have created a modern, innovative co-working space that facilitates collaboration with its open layout. The project is otherwise known as Gaspé House, a name selected to mark cultural links between Jersey and Canada and remember the Jersey fishermen who settled in Gaspé, Quebec, many years ago. Transforming the Jersey seafront with a touch of splendour, the Reynaers systems utilised include CW 86 and CW 50 curtain walling, as well as CS 68 and CS 77 aluminium windows and doors.

With high execution speed and available in two glazing variants, elements of curtain walling system CW 86 can be pre-assembled in the workshop to decrease time on the building site. Cassettes can then be hooked onto a traditional stick structure or the façade can be built up element by element according to the modular curtain wall principle. www.reynaers.co.uk

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No façade offers a wider, more uninterrupted view than the Schueco FWS 35 PD. Ideal for both residential and commercial projects, it has a uniquely slim face width of 35 mm, narrow sightlines, excellent thermal insulation and a frame that’s all but invisible. Available in two specifications – HI (highly insulated) or SI (super insulated) – the SI version is Passive House certified delivering Ucw values of 0.79 W/m2K. www.schueco.co.uk

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A Burning Passion For Fire

The German premium manufacturer of firing technology Spartherm proudly presents an exclusive range of bioethanol fireplaces branded ebios-fire® which are now also made available for the discerning customer in Great Britain.

Made And Tested In Germany - in order to provide an optimum of customer service, the expansive range of ebios-fire® models comprises both standard and made to measure built-in fireplace models in almost any thinkable layout.

Great versatility, product safety and outstanding German quality are key values at Spartherm's production facilities where all ebios-fire® models are originally designed, crafted and tested by passionate, skilled craftsmen. Test certificates issued by TÜV Germany further underline the outstanding safety of ebios-fire® bioethanol fires, which feature a wide choice of manual and automatic bioethanol burners.

Versatility Is Key - The ebios-fire® range of products is available in a vast variety of finishes meeting the requirements of architects and interior designers on an international level.

Please visit www.ebios-fire.com or write to info@ ebios-fire.com for further information. Spartherm – The Fire Company www.spartherm.com

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Pendock Bends It With LST Radiator Guards British encasement specialist, Pendock has been involved with important upgrades within the Whipps Cross University Hospital in Waltham Forest, London, which is affiliated with the prestigious and worldfamous Barts Health NHS Trust.

Today it is famous for being the birthplace of former footballer and fashion icon, David Beckham and for having one of the largest and busiest A&E departments in the UK plus it was the first to open a hyperbaric unit.

But, as with all older buildings and the advent of modern technology, refurbishment becomes necessary at Whipps Cross Hospital, the trust undertook a mock CQC audit which immediately highlighted a number of uncovered and very hot radiators as well as piping – obviously a burns risk to the elderly and infirm. The project management team, WT Partnership, employed DAVCO Construction Co Ltd. to install 250 radiator low surface temperature guards, plus some 300 meters of boxing to cover the exposed pipework. Pendock Ultima and Ultima Plus type radiator covers were specified, being that they afford extra safety with their ‘bull-nose’/rounded corners.

All Pendock guards can be fitted with a welded, ligature resistant mesh, which sits behind the radiator grille, if required. Additionally, the Ultima and Ultima Plus ranges of guards feature an antibacterial coating as standard. www.pendock.co.uk

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Reducing Noise In The First Welsh Passivhaus School The Burry Port Community School is the first Passivhaus School in Wales. In a design collaboration between Carmarthenshire County Council and Architype architects, this groundbreaking project unites the town’s infant and junior schools, accommodating 210 pupils and a 30-space nursery class. Its aesthetically pleasing, comfortable and noise reduced environment is also a showcase for the use of Troldtekt acoustic panels.

The original school building has been refurbished, while the extended block accommodates four new classrooms, as well as two further teaching spaces, staff and meeting room facilities.

Sitting between the new and old buildings, a dynamic multi-use ‘pod’ offers group recreation and performance space, making an important statement about Architype’s commitment to sustainability. The choice of Passivhaus, lies with Carmarthenshire’s ongoing commitment towards long-term sustainability, with the standard providing the most rigorous energy certification in Europe. Based on simple, robust principles, this depends on high quality design and thorough construction with a focus on continuous airtightness, insulation, and solar gain to deliver exceptionally low energy performance and high internal comfort and dramatically reduced energy costs.

A major contribution to the pleasant environment was the choice of Danish manufactured Troldtekt acoustic ceiling panels, especially in the classrooms and potentially noisy open spaces. The benefits of the 100% natural wood fibres panels include high sound absorption, high durability, natural breathability, low cost life cycle performance and sustainability documented by Cradle to Cradle certification at silver level. www.troldtekt.co.uk

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Calming Sculptural Interior For One Stop Doctors

Armourcoat’s 3D Sculptural wall has been specified for innovative healthcare practitioners One Stop Doctors at their new £15 million clinic in Hemel Hempstead by luxury interiors specialists Goddard Littlefair. The client design brief was to create a high-end service environment that communicated the calm, soothing and welcoming feel of a patientcentric experience.

Bespoke furniture, a Goddard Littlefair design signature element, is used throughout in a range of high-end materials, including velvet, leather and suede in a spectrum of browns, slates, taupes, blues, purples and greys. To complement this, a feature wall of Armourcoat Sculptural ‘Flow Wave’ provides the backdrop to the clinic’s stunning reception space. Lighting was an important part of the mix, creating features with natural and artificial light. Reflected and diffuse light create moments of drama and art throughout the interior.

Armourcoat Sculptural creates seamless wall surfaces with impactful designs and cast relief.

Each design is created from cast GRG (Glass-fibre Reinforced Gypsum) panels, CAD generated to enable a continuous pattern or unique decorative effect. The state-of-the-art centre is the first of eight planned clinics to be located around the M25 corridor area.

‘We were not looking for the usual clinical healthcare design’, One Stop Doctors CEO Ella Tracey commented, ‘but wanted a designer who could share our vision for creating an ambience that was relaxed, reassuring and tranquil, very comfortable and also aesthetically beautiful. Staff, visitors and patients alike are so impressed with the elegance of the design and the attention to detail, but also appreciate the feeling of warmth and comfort that it creates.’ www.armourcoat.com

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Thomas Dudley Ltd has been manufacturing in the West Midlands since 1920. The market-leading Dudley range of bathroom products is officially BIM compliant and are the products of choice for specifiers.

Ideal for domestic bathrooms and commercial washroom, Dudley’s new flush plate, Wave S3™, is attractively styled, simple to install and set-up and has been designed to reduce water consumption while offering a modern, advanced touch-free alternative to traditional flush plates. The new flush plate displays interactive icons and is available with square or soft edges. Dudley’s flush plate range also includes Reef™ and Coral™ which present a chrome plated finish and are compatible with furniture and tiles. Dudley also offers dualflush pushbuttons such as the round Dio and square Piazza which can be positioned up to 750mm from the cistern.

Dudley’s popular Electroflo® range encompasses infra-red WC flushing, urinal controls and taps which have been developed to save water and maintain hygiene. The WC sensor comes in either stainless steel or chrome plated finishes, is interactive and indicates when full or reduced flushes are being delivered and when the cistern is refilling. To add, it provides a perfect solution to areas whereby a hygienic touch-free sensor may be required.

Recently launched, Kinetic® is an intelligent water-saving ‘all-in-one’ electronic urinal control, offering quick and easy installation. With digital precision set-up and guaranteed accurate water-savings, Kinetic® is suitable for any washroom environment. The innovative product offers a choice to be installed onto pipework, wall or ceiling. The contemporary urinal flushing valve has been designed to save up to 80% of water in comparison with traditional petcock and automatic cistern installations.

It is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and comes in both

glossy white and grey finishes. It can be powered by mains or battery and is suitable for water pressures of 0.1 – 10 bar.

The UK based manufacturer’s extensive portfolio of water-saving products under the Dudley brand also includes Vantage® and Miniflo® concealed cisterns that offer 6/4, 5/3 or 4/2.6 litre dualflush to maximise water efficiency. Both products are approved by the European Water Label Scheme.

Dudley’s Vantage® is a high-quality cistern, designed specifically for use in bathroom furniture. It comes with WRAS approved Dudley Niagara flushing valve and Dudley Hydroflo quiet inlet valve which only allows the cistern to start refilling once flushing is complete. To add, it comes complete with a polystyrene insulation jacket and provides easy servicing with front and top access. Whereas the Miniflo® is more compact and is ideal for use behind tiles and partitioning and in most other concealed applications. With top access only, it also comes with the Niagara flushing valve and Hydroflo quiet inlet valve.

Dudley Resan™ provides a range of damage resistant sanitaryware and controls, suitable for the most challenging environments. Styled like ceramic, this aesthetically pleasing product is shatterproof, dent proof as well as chemical resistant. Resan™ products are best suited in the following sectors; hospitals, mental health facilities, prisons, hotels and leisure, sports stadia and more. A full range of WC pans, basins, urinals and accessories are available.

For more information please visit www.dudleybathroomproducts.co.uk and for Dudley Resan™ visit www.dudleyresan.co.uk.

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Height Adjustable Toilet Aids Wheelchair Transfer Transferring from a wheelchair to the toilet can be an overwhelming experience for many frail or disabled users. The installation of the Pressalit Care height adjustable Select toilet bracket can make the world of difference, not just from a practical and safety point of view, but importantly in retaining the dignity and independence of the user.

To meet with the requirements of the British Standard, toilets installed in bathrooms used by those with disabilities should be at the same height as a standard wheelchair, to limit the risk of falls.

With the ability to raise or lower the toilet however, ease of transfer can be aided even more with the assistance of gravity. With the use of a hand-held control, the toilet pan can be adjusted to slightly below the level of the wheelchair, thus helping transfer across. To move back, simply raise the toilet back to a height slightly higher than the wheelchair.

The Pressalit Care Select toilet bracket, designed in a choice of contemporary colours to complement bathroom decor, features smooth lines and surfaces, with minimal slits and grooves, for ease of cleaning. Available in both electric and manual lifting options, the brackets allows for an adjustment of 300mm with the manual version, and 400mm with the electric version. www.pressalit.com

NEW Bespoke Drain Service From CCL Wetrooms CCL Wetrooms have launched their NEW Bespoke Drain Service, enabling customers to order any length of wetroom drain up to 2000mm, using their new 2-3 day manufacturing service. The service applies to all stainless steel drains in a Solid or Stone-Infill finish.

The service will offer house builders the flexibility of ordering a full width bespoke wetroom drain once the tiling has been completed on site. www.ccl-wetrooms.co.uk Twitter @CCLWetrooms.

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Surfacing News From David Clouting …. Interior Film Increasing In Popularity The success of Interior Film from surface material providers, David Clouting now extends from shop fitting to specialist interior contractors and designers. Interior Film manufactured by LG Hausys, is an innovative self-adhesive, decorative film, quick and easy to install. It’s so versatile it can be applied to almost any interior surface enabling feature walls, office doors, furniture, skirting and architrave to be attractively and quickly refurbished at a fraction of the cost it would take to replace them. www.davidclouting.co.uk

Unique Calacatta – A Stunning Quartz Worksurface From COMPAC Inspired By The Beauty And Elegance Of Natural Stone

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COMPAC’s recently launched quartz worksurface - Unique Calacatta, offers a stunning contrasting grey veining design on a pure white background, characteristic of marble. Inspired by the beauty and elegance of natural stone, Unique Calacatta offers a mechanical and chemical performance that is superior to nature’s own. The natural hardness of quartz comes hand in hand with a waterproof, hygienic finish offering even greater resistance. This means that Unique Calacatta is especially appropriate for intensive use areas such as kitchen and bathroom worksurfaces, floor tiling or wall cladding. www.uniquecalacatta.com or www.compac.es

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Osmo Moves In With The Royals Osmo is proud to announce that its wood finish products have been used by the Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers on a gift for Princess Charlotte of Cambridge. The English charity for the furniture industry created a children‘s table and four chairs and coated the gift with Osmo Wood Wax Finish to ensure the woods surface is both safe and colourful.

Good children‘s furniture should be of high quality in terms of craftmanship, building materials and surface treatments. The product should be robust and completely free of harmful substances.

When selecting the wood finishes for Princess Charlotte’s furniture, the Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers chose Osmo exactly for these reasons.

Especially for this project, Osmo was able to provide custom colour tones to match the designer‘s colourful specification. All Osmo wood finishes are based on natural oils and waxes. These raw plant materials are purified and refined in complex processes and are harmless in a dry state. The natural colour pigments found in the finishes are also approved for the food industry and free of hazardous heavy metals and contaminants. Osmo Wood Wax Finish provides a water and dirtrepellent surface, is resistant to saliva and stains. www.osmouk.com.

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New Year, New Brochure From Yeoman Shield Wall & Door Protection

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New Brick Tiles With Vintage Appeal From Craven Dunnill The brick-style ceramic tile phenomenon has gained popularity during 2016. Craven Dunnill has introduced Vintage Brick, a new collection of 280 x 70mm tiles available in a choice of four mixed earthy tones.

Featuring rounded corners, irregular edges and a distinctly aged and textured face, the Vintage Brick tiles have a comfortable, worn appearance and are suited to both walls and floors.

Despite these tiles resembling favourite, old bricks, saved from a previous life, Vintage Brick is made in porcelain, which is robust, durable and practical to maintain with a quick wipe clean.

Craven Dunnill is a distributor and retailer of fine ceramic wall and floor tiles. Winner of 19 TTA (The Tile Association) awards over the past 11 years, including Excellence in Distribution and Floor Tile of the Year 2016, Craven Dunnill offers an unparalleled product range and level of service to customers.

Vintage Brick range is part of Craven Dunnill’s extensive Renaissance Collection of floor and wall tiles. www.cravendunnill.co.uk

January 2017 saw the release of Yeoman Shield’s new wall & door protection product brochure. After having celebrated 50 years in the business on 24th November 2016, the launch of the brochure will help to cement Yeoman Shield’s position as market leaders and innovators in the wall & door protection industry.

Guided by the requirements and wants of their client base, the updated brochure includes full product data & drawings, case studies and vibrant project photography as well as a full colour range chart. Along with 26 original protection products, it will also showcase 3 newly developed products – The Yeoman Shield Rub Rail, Universal Frame Protector and PVCu or Stainless Steel Footrail.

“We are extremely excited about the new brochure launch” commented Marketing Manager, Sally Moores. “There is a wealth of information we wish to convey to our current and prospective customers to reinforce the quality and versatility of our products and services.

The new brochure is the ideal tool for us communicate this in a clean, fresh and non-fussy yet comprehensive way.”

The brochure will be supported by extensive fixing instructions, technical drawings, new colour cards and swatches along with data details – all available as hard copy or digital versions. To request a copy of the new Yeoman Shield brochure call 0113 279 5854, email sallyann@yeomanshield.com or go to www.yeomanshield.com/request-a-brochure

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New Plywood Guaranteed To Be Poplar For James Latham

As the UK’s biggest independent distributor of panel products and timber, James Latham has announced the latest addition to its portfolio, a new range of Poplar Plywood.

manufacturing and as the exclusive distributor, we are very excited to be able to offer some of these innovative products, which much of the UK market won’t have even seen yet.”

Responsibly sourced and ethically verified, this new range of plywood, which is both PEFC and FSC certified, is being supplied by Spanish processing giant Garnica and for distribution will be exclusively available through James Latham in the UK.

“Poplar offers tremendous flexibility and numerous features and benefits and once these have been introduced and marketed in the UK, I am confident that it will soon become a cornerstone of the plywood purchased in this country.”

Offering exceptional quality and outstanding performance properties, Poplar Plywood is very lightweight, it has a superior surface quality, is strong, exceptionally stable, easy to machine and is also easy to transport. It is suitable for both interior and exterior applications and is particularly well suited for the manufacturing of furniture, caravans, partitions, speakers, boat building or exhibition stands, in fact, anywhere that weight may be an issue.

With seven different product families, the range is extensive and initially, James Latham will focus on offering four of these; Efficiency Poplar, in which the core and faces are made of poplar from controlled and sustainable European plantations. Duraply® where the panel offers exceptional durable properties due to an innovative plyto-ply treatment making it fungi and insect resistant even under the most adverse weather conditions. Fireshield offering a panel which has been modified through an innovative ply-to-ply process that gives it exceptional flame retardant properties, and through which, unlike other treatments, its properties remain intact when working or sanding the panel. And finally, Elegance Birch, a Poplar panel with a birch veneer to the face and back.

All products in the Elegance range are particularly noted for the beauty of their faces.

Andrew Wright, Director of Lathams Limited, explained, “It’s great news that we now have a European manufacturer of high quality plywood with the reputation, substance and credibility of an organisation like Garnica.

Right from the start, we have been really impressed, not only with the products, but also the set up and the people, and I can already see lots of opportunities within markets and applications where Plywood may have been previously discounted or not even considered because of concerns over either the quality of the product, the price or the provenance.

“Garnica has invested more than 30 million Euros in recent years, developing their product offering to ensure that they are at the cutting edge of global plywood

For more information on Latham’s full range of materials: phone 0116 257 3415, e-mail marketing@lathams.co.uk or visit www.lathamtimber.co.uk

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Bentley Showroom Gets ESG’s Light Touch HR Owen, the UK’s leading luxury car dealership, has recently expanded its London Bentley dealership to include yet another luxury brand. The showroom in Mayfair has added a dedicated Bugatti showroom which will be the only place in the UK to view and order the new supercar from Bugatti – The Chiron.

The showroom is all about modern and clean styling, with Bugatti’s famous blue playing a massive part in the design.

Furnishing in the showroom are all part of the new Bugatti home collection which includes chairs made from the same carbon fibre and leather that is used to make the cars.

When designing the entrance that separates the Bentley and Bugatti sections of the showroom, the decision was taken to use glass due to its light reflecting properties on the Bentley side of the entrance where the cars reflected on the glass. While the modern look of glass kept within the design brief of the new showroom.

ESG supplied the glass installation which was made up of 4m of glass partition with a double door set. The was created using 12.5mm laminated glass with a white interlayer, while a further 8m² of laminated glass with a silver interlayer was supplied to create the wall behind a display of models of historic Bugattis.

Marketing Manager Russell Shipton says ‘it is great that yet again ESG get the chance to supply yet another iconic global brand and our glass products are able to turn the designers vision into reality’. www.esg.glass

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Decorative Casing In A Class Of Their Own

If it wasn’t for column casings and interior wall lining solutions, building interiors would be considerably less attractive environments, which is as true for academies, schools and universities, as it is for the commercial or retail sectors.

Yet, as decorative casings are usually designed to integrate as part of the fabric of an educational building, their importance can often be overlooked or taken for granted by the building’s occupants.

Very few people stand back to admire a laminated plywood column casing at a school or brushed stainless steel wall cladding in a new university, yet they are key elements in interior design and integral to the aesthetics of the learning environment.

For column casings, at least, their role has been transformed from being a purely functional device for concealing structural steelwork to one of visual and decorative importance. While initially used by a relatively small number of architects in the mid 1980s, column casings are now commonplace, with their aesthetic values and appeal being key considerations alongside size and material during the specification process.

The demand for wider choice and increased aesthetics from architects, educational design teams and specifiers have been key influences on Peterborough based casing and interior cladding company, Encasement, whose range has continually expanded and diversified during the past ten years to become the most comprehensive available in the UK. Alongside the company’s six individual ranges of column casings, its ‘Vecta’ system provides a high quality solution for interior wall linings, bulkheads and reveals. Launched just a few years ago, the system has been used extensively in the remodelled interior of London’s South Bank University, as well as a diverse range of commercial and retail projects with Tesco and Prêt a Manger.

While Vecta has already gathered significant momentum, it is for column casings that Encasement is perhaps best known. The company’s extensive range not only includes pre-formed plywood and glass reinforced gypsum (GRG), as well as a specialised fire resistant solution for mezzanine floors, but also aluminium, stainless steel and glass reinforced polymer (GRP) casings for use on exterior applications due to their inherent weather resistance.

Interestingly, Encasement’s ‘Forma’ metal casings and ‘Polyma’ GRP range are also widely used in educational

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building interiors, where the wide selection of finishes coupled with their durability, make them an ideal solution. In particular, the Forma range provides specifiers with an even greater scope of options and can be specified with diameters from 250mm up to 1000mm or as square, rectangular or even hexagonal forms.

Recent projects, such as Winchester College, Birmingham University Dental School, University College London, Farnborough Sixth Form College, Shenley School and Liverpool University’s Donnan Laboratories have all exploited the practical and decorative properties of Encasement’s ‘Forma’ metal casings, as well as its ‘Circa’ and ‘Quadra’ products manufacturer from pre-formed plywood.

Alongside Forma, the Circa and Quadra ranges were the first to be launched by the company and are still arguably the most popular, as they provide specifiers and contractors with an unrivalled selection of finishes, which includes plain, laminated or real wood veneers.

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In addition, as Encasement is the UK’s only supplier and manufacturer of pre-formed plywood pipe boxing and decorative casing products that holds an FSC® ‘Chain of Custody Certification’ from the Forest Stewardship Council, both Circa and Quadra are manufactured from FSC® certified plywood. This makes them compliant with sustainability codes and environmental procurement policies, which are important considerations on educational building projects.

Designed solely for interior decorative applications, Circa and Quadra casings are used in an extremely diverse range of projects beyond the education sector, which underlines their versatility, ease of specification and the immense range of decorative finishes available to complement or contrast with a building’s interior design scheme.

While Circa and Quadra are available from Encasement as a plain casings for on site painting and decoration, by far the most popular casings are those finished with decorative laminates, which not only resist damage, scuffs and scratches, but also provides the specifier with a diverse palette of finishes from plain colours, wood grain and metallic, as well as textured and real wood veneers, to name but a few.

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The choice of sizes available is also wide, allowing specifiers to choose not only circular and square shapes, but also extended circles and rectangular profiles, which use additional infill panels to give greater design flexibility while ensuring they are still easy to install.

Encasement’s Managing Director, Martin Taylor, commented: “Column casing provide a perfect mix of practicality and aesthetics, which are essential considerations for all educational buildings, whether they’re schools, colleges or universities. We’ve taken a lot of care to ensure our range meets both of these key criteria while ensuring that we always remain competitive and deliver high quality products, which are probably key factors behind why we have undertaken so many projects in this sector.”

“The Vecta interior cladding system enhances our educational building interiors offer and allows specifiers to source a range of specialised interior finish products from a single company with high levels of expertise and experience in this sector. We also have our own contracting arm, which enables us to offer a full supply and install service to support contractors.”

Encasement’s latest ‘column casing solutions’ e-brochure is available for download from the company’s website and covers every product in the range as well as providing details on materials, sizes and finishes available alongside an extensive technical information section. Further information is also available from their website at www.encasement.co.uk or by calling 01733 266889.

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Renovation Of Historic Timber Barn Uses Celotex FI5000 For Insulation

James Gray and Wife Claudia set out to transform 30 acres of farmland in North Essex into a unique timber home for the entire family; energy efficiency was also a key driver within their brief and so the implementation of high-performing floor insulation Celotex FI5000 was used.

Whilst their ambition was to create an energy-efficient, child-friendly home, this was to be no ordinary project: the land was once home to a Second World War airbase, occupied by the USAF 381st bombardment group and complete with the finest surviving Nissen hut complexes still remaining in the UK. Therefore James and Claudia were determined to discover and re-shape the underlying history engraved within the Essex farmland.

Working with such unusual surroundings posed a fundamental question to the design team: how could they approach the historic structure of the Nissen Huts with care and sensitivity?

The design itself composed of two elements: a ‘public’ space complete with a living room area and kitchen, alongside a ‘family’ space with bedrooms and bathrooms. Carefully-positioned rooflights ensure the property is well-lit by diffused natural light, whilst the independant areas are intertwined by a walkway leading to the heart of the property - a central courtyard providing a safe repose for the children.

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create an interesting juxtaposition of old and new. This contemporary adaptation of steel and timber suggests that the property has long been nurtured with the surrounding landscape, with the use of steel rods also allowing much greater flexibility in the internal layout.

Another consideration, aside from the architectural design, was to ensure that the project build was highly energy efficient. By using dynamic thermal modeling to predict the home’s performance, designer Cameron was able to fully optimise the use of floor and glazing construction to best ensure the building maintains the right temperatures all year round.

165mm of Celotex FI5000 was specified for the flooring insulation; this premium value added product, with a lambda value of ‘0.21 W/mK’, made it the best possible thermal performance choice for the specification. Manufactured from rigid polyisocyanurate (PIR), Celotex FI5000 is constructed using a blowing agent that achieves zero ozone depletion potention (ODP) and a low global warming potential (GWP).

Celotex's flooring insulation product also eliminated the need for an additional separating layer, as the product features an innovative cement compatible composite facer with a builtin vapour control layer. Due to its high compressive strength rating of ≤175 kPa and excellent dimensional stability, the installers were also able to walk on the insulation directly during the entire installation process. An added benefit is the increased clip retention capabilities that the industry leading compressive strength achieves.

This spectactular, energy-efficient home demonstrates how James and Claudia succeeded in changing the dynamics of this once industrial site, transforming a rather unforgiving place into a home of warmth and beauty. Just as it was no ordinary farmland, they're also continuing to treat the completed renovation as more than just their property, by opening up the building for special weekends to celebrate and preserve the remarkable achievements from the Second World War. Log into the members area for a comprehensive range of specification tools, e-learning video tutorials and more. www.celotex.co.uk

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Glazing Vision’s one wall box rooflights were incorporated in Taylor Wimpey’s prestigious, high specification residential development at St Dunstan’s House, Fetter Lane in the City of London. The scheme provides 76 luxury private apartments, a residents’ lounge and library, landscaped courtyard in a historic setting, complete with basement parking and concierge facilities.

Taylor Wimpey enlisted the specialist services of HLM Architects to address a number of unique challenges to the development of this site, previously the location of the original St Dunstan’s House, which was demolished in 1976. The site is located close to Grade 1 Listed Buildings and is in the Chancery Lane Conservation area, thus necessitating a very sensitive approach to the development.

The design language had to respect the characterful architecture of the adjacent Grade 1 Listed Kings College Library, whilst at the same time incorporating a sense of the contemporary.

In addition Taylor Wimpey was seeking to deliver the optimum sales value per square foot of this development in the increasingly competitive London property market and to maximize the amenities for the residents and investors alike. HLM’s specialist Development Team, in close collaboration with Kings College’s own working group, revised a previously acquired planning consent to significantly improve the efficiency of the site, and also positively enhance the surrounding environs. By adding re-configured and generously sized triplexes at roof level, HLM Architects were able

to deliver that all-important roof top space, so highly prized and keenly coveted by homeowners and investors alike, and which comes at a premium in the City of London.

Box rooflights provide access to the spacious outdoor terraces Key to unlocking this vital roof top space, whilst simultaneously respecting the roofline in this conservation area, was HLM’s specification of Glazing Vision’s innovative box rooflights.

Essentially a free-standing “glass box” these roof lights provided both technical as well as aesthetic benefits for the architects.

In addition to four standard freestanding box rooflights, Glazing Vision were able to precision-engineer two bespoke sized one-wall box rooflights to meet the unique requirements of the re-worked layout. For the contractor these box roof lights, pre-assembled in-house, offered easy installation as they were delivered to site as finished boxes. The physical structure and the specification of the glazing negated the need for additional balustrading, thereby facilitating the full use of the terraced area.

A critical consideration for HLM architects, in specifying the Glazing Vision box rooflights, was to optimize the headroom whilst complying with building regulations. The resident, at the simple push of a button, can climb the stairs whilst the rooflight is retracting into its open position, without needing to “bow” his head, and can walk straight out onto the terrace. The secure manual override, and the low profile infra-red proximity sensors to detect movement during the open/close operation provide the fundamental safety features. An access keypad provided an additional benefit to the resident with regards to comfort and security.

Sleek rooflight design, maximal light The minimal structural framework, powder-coated in grey to harmonise with the elegant interior décor, and the glass-to-glass joints of the box rooflights reflected the clean, contemporary aesthetics at the heart of this residential development, whilst successfully providing the desired seamless integration of the exterior and interior.

The large glazed sections of the box rooflights ensured that these luxurious triplexes are flooded with natural light during the day and crowned with the stars at night. The small stairwell up to the box rooflight, and the wide opening created by the retractable section make access to the terrace very easy. The resident will undoubtedly delight in the use of this highly valuable and generously sized outdoor space, whilst enjoying unadulterated views over the famous landmarks in this historic conservation area.

To view Glazing Vision’s new box rooflight range, visit glazingvision.co.uk/access

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Exciting Year Ahead From Stelrad 2016 was an exciting year for Stelrad, the leading radiator manufacturer in the UK with new products and product range extensions ensuring that it offers the widest range of quality radiators for the UK and Irish markets. 2017 looks like being even better, with enough highlights to keep even the most demanding heating specifiers and installers happy. With further improvements in the National Distribution Centre ensuring even higher capacity and even better delivery statistics, 2017 looks like being a stunning year to work ever closer with Stelrad! www.stelrad.com

More carpet waste in the UK was diverted from landfill in 2016 with 142,000 tonnes that were reused, recycled or recovered for energy, according to latest Carpet Recycling UK figures. This 14% increase on 2015 represents a diversion rate of 35%. CRUK’s membership has also reached a record high with 97 members from across the carpet recycling supply chain. CRUK’s 2017 Annual Conference and Awards event will be held on June 21st at Aston Villa Football Club in Birmingham. To register your interest as a speaker, exhibitor or delegate, please contact marie@carpetrecyclinguk.com. www.carpetrecyclinguk.com

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Waterproofing Simplified With Remmers Multi-Tight 2K Multi-Tight 2K is a new, flexible, mineral based waterproofing product which has all the performance properties of older technology polymer-modified thick bitumen emulsions, whilst being “bitumen free”. Using unique rubber granulate filler technology Multi-Tight 2K has a crack-bridging capacity which is five times more effective than standard flexible mineral-based waterproofing systems.

The versatility of the product allows it to be used to waterproof below ground externally and internally offering excellent resistance to ground or water pressure as well as frost and salts. It is very quick and easy to apply by trowel or spray application, has fantastic levels of adhesion to most substrates including old bitumen and dries very quickly in less than 18 hours.

Multi-Tight 2K is UV stable but can also be over-coated with Remmers Concrete Acrylic in any colour allowing Clients to aesthetically blend in areas of waterproofing on building facades. www.remmers.co.uk

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Big Foot Systems Shortlisted In H&V News Awards For Coca-Cola European Partners GB Project Sussex-based Big Foot Systems, which leads the way in non-penetrative rooftop support solutions for building services and safe access equipment, has been shortlisted in the prestigious H&V News Awards for its project with Coca-Cola European Partners Great Britain (CCEP GB). Named as a finalist in the ‘Retrofit Project of the Year’ category, Big Foot supplied a custom Safe Access solution and HD Beams rooftop plant support to a project at CCEP GB’s Wakefield manufacturing plant. www.bigfootsupport.com

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Flat roof manufacturer Bauder will again be bringing its roofing solutions to Ecobuild, showcasing its full range of bituminous, single ply, cold liquid applied and hot melt waterproofing systems on stand D124.

As always there will also be a real emphasis on sustainability and Bauder’s high quality green roof and PV systems will feature prominently. Bauder’s specialist team will also be in attendance during the three day event to answer any questions you may have and to provide expert technical advice. www.bauder.co.uk

High integrity structural fixings manufacturer, Ancon, will further expand its wide product range with new product launches at Ecobuild 2017.

With four key product zones, the Ancon stand E3110, will feature the innovative Nexus brickfaced support system for prefabricated soffits, structural thermal breaks for balcony locations, KSN Anchors for quicker, safer reinforcement continuity at construction joints and a comprehensive range of low thermal conductivity wall ties. www.ancon.co.uk

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Aquatiere Launches New Website With A Special Page For Architects Aquatiere is a supplier of domestic and commercial water filters and water treatment units. Aquatiere blends its own patented filter media with traditional filter medias to produce the best possible filtered water in the UK. Aquatiere’s redeveloped website includes a page tailored for architects where a hand picked selection of products for architect specifications is displayed.

Then, so that you can easily add the content to your ownspecifications, all the product information is available for download in PDF or MS word format for easy attachment or copy and paste into your document. www.aquatiere.co.uk

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VMZINC® Adds Bespoke PIGMENTO Colours VMZINC is well known for its distinctive PIGMENTO shades of red, green, blue and brown but for 2017 has introduced bespoke orange, beige, yellow and purple.

The company is offering these in minimum 3 tonne quantities in addition to a colour matching service against specific RAL shades. PIGMENTO shades are achieved through use of modern pigment technology which enables the naturally grained texture of pre-weathered zinc to be seen through the colour. All patinate naturally and, in the same way as natural zinc, are effectively maintenance-free. www.vmzinc.co.uk

A. Proctor Group Expands Its Commercial Sector Team The A. Proctor Group is expanding its sales team for the commercial build sector with two high profile appointments, Will Jones as Commercial Business Development Manager and Adam Taylor as Commercial Sales Development Manager.

Will joins the group from his position as UK Facades manager at Kingspan Insulation. Adam will further strengthen the Group’s expertise within the commercial sector, and comes with a wealth of sales and specification experience from within the construction industry. www.proctorgroup.com

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Polypipe’s Professional Development Centre Features New Ventilation Training Facilties Polypipe’s latest Professional Development Centre, offering training across a range of Polypipe products, has been extended to include domestic ventilation.

Based at Polypipe Ventilation’s head office in Kirk Sandall, Doncaster, the new Centre is a bright and spacious double height glazed building which provides installers and distributors with all the facilities necessary to gain an in-depth knowledge of Polypipe’s solutions and product offering.

The Polypipe Ventilation equipment on display at the Centre includes energy saving, whole house Silavent Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) and CMX Mechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV) units; Domus rigid and Radial semi-rigid duct systems and accessories; Silavent Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) to address condensation in existing properties; plus an extensive display of Silavent bathroom and kitchen fans, covering intermittent axial, in-line and centrifugal extract fans and dMEV units.

For more information, including training courses at the Professional Development Centre, please go to www.polypipe.com/ventilation or contact Polypipe Ventilation on 03443 715523.

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New energy efficient electric heating has come of age. Whilst many of the UK’s 3.9 million off-grid households have been benefitting from this highly efficient heating technology for some time, those on the gas grid should consider electrical warmth too. With gas security now being brought into question with gas reserves lower than usual at this time of year, the option of electric heating is coming into focus. Sussex-based VentAxia’s range of energy efficient electric heating includes Opal Aluminium Radiators, towel rails and Bluethermal™ underfloor heating as well as portable heaters for occasional use. www.vent-axia.com

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A new animation from Mitsubishi Electric is highlighting how commercial premises can benefit from reliable, renewable heating to help reduce energy bills whilst also qualifying for 20 years of Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) payments.

Heat pumps are recognised by both EU and UK Governments as renewable because they maximise the amount of heating for every kilowatt of electricity consumed.

The short animation focuses on two renewable heat pump products in the market-leading Ecodan range, with the packaged, Monobloc CAHV air source system and the CRHV ground or water-source solution.

Both will connect to radiators or underfloor heating systems and can work independently or in conjunction with other heating systems.

The units are also modular, meaning they can be installed in phases to increase design flexibility and will work in rotation to match demand and prolong equipment life. The air source is available up to 688kW and the ground/water source will deliver 960kW, making them ideal for many commercial buildings, whether new-build or refurbishments.

To view the animation visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRyOqlf8hag or call 01707 282880 for further information.

Panasonic Introduces New VRF ECOI ME2 Solution Panasonic’s latest line of VRF systems – the ECOi EX series – provides a new benchmark for the heating and cooling industry, surpassing other models in regards to environmental performance, quality and comfort.

The new Panasonic ECOi EX 7 Series ME2 VRF range is available from November 2016 and includes three sizes of single outdoor units ranging from 8HP to 20HP. Boasting a flexible combination design, installers are able to combine up to 80HP. The wide range of sizes enables Panasonic to provide a comprehensive heating and cooling solution for almost any application, from small scale commercial developments to large industrial facilities. www.aircon.panasonic.eu

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Kensa Unveils An Evolutionary New Heat Pump For 2017 Kensa Heat Pumps has released details of a brand-new ‘Evo’ series, which claims to deliver significantly improved efficiencies. The new Evo ground source heat pump series builds upon Kensa’s eighteen years of experience designing heat pumps specifically for British properties.

Offering a 15 per cent gain in efficiency in order to minimise running costs and maximise income via the Government’s Renewable Heat Incentive, the Kensa Evo is available to pre-order in January 2017 for delivery from Spring in 7kW, 9kW, and 13kW single phase models.

The ERP A++ rated Evo delivers heating and hot water efficiencies of SCOPs to 4.2 at 35°C along with significantly reduced noise outputs, packaged in a contemporary contoured gunmetal and gloss-white finish, punctuated by a custom built control panel unique to the Kensa series. www.kensaheatpumps.com

Steel V Aluminium In Radiator Manufacture – Is There A Serious Conflict?

According to the no.1 radiator manufacturer Stelrad, the simple answer is ‘not really’. The vast majority of radiators manufactured for the UK marketplace are made from mild steel and the cost of starting a brand new manufacturing plant to produce a sufficient quantity of radiators using alternative metals to have any impact on what is a very established sector, would be hugely expensive to the point of not being a viable option.

The sheer volume of mild steel panel radiators being produced, and actively required, will ensure that mild steel will remain by far the most dominant material for radiators for the foreseeable future. Modern manufacturing methods ensure huge reliability and the ability to develop a wide range of aesthetically pleasing designer and decorative radiator designs to complement the traditional steel panel radiators which in themselves have developed better looks with rounded edges, integrated panels and grills. www.stelrad.com and www.stelrad.ie

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Condair, formerly JS Humidifiers, has developed a new app that determines how much energy could be saved by using in-duct exhaust air evaporative cooling and a heat recovery system, rather than just traditional compressor driven cooling.

Using worldwide weather data, the myCoolblue app calculates how much energy is needed annually to cool a building. Then, taking into account 10 years of historic weather data, the app projects how much cooling each month could be delivered using exhaust air evaporative cooling and how much would still need to be delivered using traditional mechanical cooling. The app can be downloaded from the App Store for free and is available for iPad only. www.condair.co.uk

Anti-scald heating and plumbing product manufacturer, Inta, has launched the newest evolution of its Intamix thermostatic mixing valve (TMV).

The newest TMV in Inta’s range features a new patent pending quick-fit system that has 40% fewer connections than a conventional mixing valve arrangement. By shrinking the valve’s overall size, it can also be installed in locations where space is at a premium. The Intamix Quickfit comes with adjustable or fixed temperature options.

The TMV also features a safety cut-out which immediately shuts off the outlet in the event of supply failure. www.intatec.co.uk

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High Efficiency Pumps For All Applications…

Wilo continues to supply increasing numbers of pumps across Ireland making the transition smoothly from just a pump manufacturer to that of a a pumping system solutions provider, adding its expertise and knowledge to the exceptional range of products it can offer. Wilo offers a wide range of pressure boosting sets for reliably boosting water pressure and providing water to medium to larger sized properties. The WiloYonos MAXO range is offered as a cost effective High Efficiency option, aimed at solutions where full Building Management System connections are not required. www.wilo.co.uk

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Are You Missing The Connection? Aico Releases New Information On Part 6 And Part 1 Fire Alarm System Integration The Ei414 Fire/CO Alarm Interface from Aico provides a means of interconnecting Aico Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms to third party life safety systems. To help clarify the most popular connection options, Aico has introduced a dedicated brochure, ‘Are you Missing the Connection?’ which explains how the Ei414 works and provides an installation overview. To obtain a free digital or postal copy of Aico’s ‘Are you Missing the Connection?’ Ei414 brochure, please register at www.aico. co.uk/publications www.aico.co.uk

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Rinnai Goes Wild For Countryfile With Prestek Rinnai, manufacturer of the energy efficient range of Infinity continuous flow water heaters, recently stepped in to ensure a recent BBC Countryfile event in the grounds of historic Blenheim Palace had a plentiful supply of hot water for its catering outlets. Managing director for Prestek Services in Derbyshire, John Webster, was called in to supply the means to provide hot water to the various catering operations dotted around the grounds. John has built a business providing water for events since first supplying a festival in 2001 and feels he has found his niche.

“By its nature the events market is a small community so most of my work comes though word of mouth from relationships that have sometimes been 20 years building. I have used Rinnai hot water heating units for some time, and believe they are the only ones suitable for this kind of work. They are a tried and tested solution. I first came across Rinnai units at an equestrian event around 10 years ago where they were being used for the mobile shower units. The customers loved them. Having seen the units in action I decided to purchase Rinnai for my own business.”

He explains that he has a fleet of hot water units that he can roll out whenever needed. “I have six Rinnai units running on LPG gas which are configured on to a T-stand, linked to the cold water supply and then linked to a sink in the wash-up area. It is an ideal arrangement for a temporary potwash area.” At Blenheim Palace he was able to site individual wash up areas around the show area by linking them to a temporary system of pipework several kilometres long. “We simply had to build the network, link pipework and gas cylinders to the boilers, add a sink, and the caterers all had instant hot water.”

“All went well with no complaints from the caterers who had as much hot water as they desired. Which, let’s face it, is exactly what was required.” The Rinnai units will never run out of temperature safe hot water all the time they are connected to a water supply. The burner lights automatically when the hot water tap is opened, and extinguishes when the tap is closed. Ignition is electronic so there is no pilot light. When the hot water tap is off, no gas is used. As far as John is concerned for his kind of work he needs a product that is reliable, quick to set up and gets going with no worries. “Which is why we use Rinnai. You could say, they do what it says on the tin.” www. rinnaiuk.com

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Lee James, General Manager Sales and Marketing, Nittan Europe Ltd

A breath of fresh air for the UK Since 1st July 2007, cigarette smoke has been absent from public buildings in the UK but, according to reports, there is now a new kid on the block for smokers – vaping. Although many countries are expected to introduce legislation regarding the use of e-cigarettes in 2017, there are no current guidelines on where they can and cannot be used.

Many organisations however, such as public transport, hotels and pubs do not allow vaping on the premises due to reported problems such as fires caused by charging equipment and smoke detectors being activated by the exhalation from the vapes or e-cigarettes themselves.

One such company to experience these issues is lively pub and music venue, The Frog & Frigate in Southampton. Although vaping is allowed at The Frog & Frigate, venue owner Derek Gardener says that this has not been without its problems – in particular, incidences where vaping has activated the pub’s smoke detectors leading to disruption of the running of the venue. Vapes feature a cartridge containing nicotine in a solution of either propylene glycol or glycerin and water.

When you suck on the device as you would a normal cigarette, a sensor detects the air flow and starts a process to heat the liquid inside the cartridge so that it evaporates to form water vapour.

Unlike e-cigarettes which most often resemble traditional cigarettes, vapes come in all shapes and sizes and thousands of flavor combinations from blueberry to marshmallow to single malt scotch! In an enclosed venue where there are a number of people vaping, this can have the same effect as steam on a smoke detector, leading to false alarms.

Smoke without fire In the case of The Frog & Frigate, smoke detector false alarms caused by vaping were becoming a considerable problem in the running of the pub.

Generally speaking, a false alarm - i.e. an alarm which has been generated by the fire detection system but not in response to an actual fire - is caused by the Infra Red scattered light technology in the detector being unable to distinguish between smoke and larger size particles like steam and dust.

Despite the false alarm issues at The Frog & Frigate, Derek was reluctant to ban vaping in the pub, but was recommended a solution by installers Fire and Safety Testing in the form of ‘dual optical’ detectors. Unlike industry standard single optical sensor smoke detectors, these dual detectors use both the ‘traditional’ Infra-Red light to ‘view’ the particles entering the alarm chamber plus blue LED light technology.

By calculating the ratio of these light sources, which operate at different wavelengths, the detector can determine the particle size and thus distinguish between smoke and noncombustion products. As steam and dust are much larger particles than smoke, the detector won’t false alarm but will still remain sensitive to combustion (fire) products in order to generate an alarm. This technology has been employed in Nittan’s Evolution EV-DP smoke detectors.

Since the installation of Nittan’s EV-DP at The Frog & Frigate six months ago, Derek is happy to report that there hasn’t been a single false alarm in the venue meaning that his customers are kept happy, entertained and safe. Fire detector and alarm systems are absolutely essential but no one should have to put up with false alarms. If you have a fire detection system that is causing disruption as a result of false alarms, take action. False alarms, especially from steam, don’t have to be a headache!

For sales information, please contact Nittan on 01483 769 555 or by email at sales@nittan.co.uk, or visit the web site www.nittan.co.uk.

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Rinnai Continuous Flow For Domestic/Light Commercial Sites Rinnai’s Infinity range of A-rated continuous flow gas fired water heaters include domestic/light commercial units that are design engineered to guarantee the highest efficiencies, lowest running costs and least maintenance.

Continuous flow - sometimes called ‘Tankless’ - water heating units are ideal for domestic properties, cafes, pub, restaurants, offices, shops, hairdressers, small commercial units, caravan parks and leisure facilities. Continuous flow water heaters are proven to be more cost efficient than traditional systems. Small businesses and domestic properties require high volumes of water at intermittent times of the day - delivered at accurate temperatures for optimum user comfort and safety.

Sudden changes in water temperature, causing cold showers or scalding hot baths are a thing of the past with Rinnai's Infinity 16i water heaters. Unlike other systems available, the water temperature set is the one that is delivered. So, if a user is showering at, say 42°C, and someone turns on a tap elsewhere in the property, the temperature will not vary. With the Rinnai Infinity units running out of hot water is a thing of the past, as the water is drawn straight from the mains, as and when needed. As the units are IPx4 rated they can be mounted in zone 2 within bathrooms.

The Rinnai Infinity 16i measures 675 x 370 x 103mm and weighs in at 18kg. The room sealed unit has a temperature range of 35°C to 60°C with direct electronic ignition. Gas consumption ranges between 4.7kW-34.9kW for Natural Gas and 4.9kW-36.8kW when using propane. Hot water delivery flow is an impressive 16ltr max flow. Nominal operation pressure is 1-7 bar and it uses a 230V AC 50Hz 1ph power supply with an electrical consumption of 68W. The Infinity 11i is 29mm deeper, weighing 2kg less at 16kg and consumes 6.10kW-21.60kW of Natural Gas (it is not compatible with propane gas) and has an 11 litres per minute maximum flow. Meanwhile the Rinnai Infinity 17e unit has the added advantage in that it is externally mounted. This feature gives greater flexibility at the design stage and can offer an alternative solution where flue runs are problematic or internal space is not available. The 17e has full frost protection. A range of external ancillary items including pipe cover box and security cage are available where necessary. Capable of flow rates of up to 510 litres per hour at a 50°C rise, the 17e is suitable for multiple applications and can be specified for use with Natural Gas or propane. www.rinnaiuk.com

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Legendary Eyewear Brands Get Advanced Protection An intelligent fire system from global leader Advanced is protecting the headquarters of Luxottica, the world’s market-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of fashion, luxury, sports and performance eyewear.

Founded in 1961, Luxottica Group distributes and produces eyewear for almost every major eyewear brand including Armani, Burberry, Bulgari, Chanel, D&G, DKNY, Oakley, Paul Smith, Versace and many more. Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panels have been chosen to protect the company’s new HQ building in the centre of Milan. The contract for supplying the panels was awarded to the team at Firetech, who specified Advanced’s MxPro panels.

MxPro panels can be used in single loop, single panel format or easily configured into high speed, 200 panel networks covering huge areas and tens of thousands of field devices.

Three MxPro 5, four-loop panels have been installed in the Luxottica complex in a 19” floor standing rack and are connected in a fault-tolerant network which includes repeater panels. An iP Gateway was installed so that the entire network can be monitored and controlled remotely via a web browser. The MxPro 5 is Advanced’s highest performance analogue panel, fully compliant with EN54 Parts 2, 4 and 13, and backed up with Advanced’s renowned customer care and technical support. www.advancedco.com

Prestige Johannesburg Office Development Stays Cool With SE Controls A new prestige office development in Sandton, Johannesburg is using a combined smoke and natural ventilation system, involving automatic window vents in the building’s elliptical glazed central tower, which is actuated and controlled by an integrated solution from SE Controls Africa. Located in the Sandton business area, which is regarded as one of South Africa’s prime commercial locations, the R208 million (£10.7 million) Capital Hill development combines seven floors of office space with residential apartments, as well as covered parking for almost 400 vehicles.

Designed by MWLF Architects, the building not only provides high quality business facilities and residential accommodation, but is also highly energy efficient and is constructed to achieve a ‘Four Green Star’ rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa. As part of this process, the building’s 12 storey elliptical central tower features a fully glazed external facade within an aluminium lattice structure, which incorporates an automatic window and vent opening system to provide natural ventilation and overnight cooling, as well as smoke ventilation in the event of a fire.

To achieve the necessary level of versatility and control required for the automated vent system, SE Controls supplied 49 SECO N 24 25 twin chain actuators with a 350mm stroke length together with 7 SHEVTEC® control panels and manual control points (MCP), which were networked using the company’s OSLink network cards. An external weather station was also installed to provide an information feed on ambient conditions into the system. In normal operation, the windows open and close automatically, to provide cooling and a supply of fresh air, but in the event of a fire this is overridden and vents are opened to allow smoke to be vented, enabling escape routes to be kept smoke free. www.secontrols.com

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Omnie UFH System Supplied For Royal Marine’s Accessible New Home

Exeter based renewables and underfloor heating specialist, OMNIE has donated one of its Staples pipework systems for the construction of a fully wheelchair accessible home that has been built to accommodate a former Royal Marine and his family, after he contracted a serious illness on overseas service and can now no longer walk.

Corporal Phil Eaglesham contracted the relatively rare Q fever while serving in Afghanistan five years ago with the condition unfortunately proving to be degenerative and making his existing home near Taunton increasingly unsuitable. In order to help the family, The Royal Marines Charity appealed for help to construct a bespoke dwelling to meet his specific needs, on a site in Taunton.

OMNIE was amongst a number of building product manufacturers to make donations in kind, with the 600 metre of Staples underfloor heating pipe and madeto-measure manifold being provided to keep the entire ground floor of the two-storey property at a carefully controlled temperature.

Sharky Ward, the Deputy CEO of The Royal Marines Charity, commented: “Thanks to the incredible help we have received in particular Persimmon Homes, who donated the land, Haldons Chartered Surveyors who are project managing the build, and Grainge Architects who developed the plans, all free of charge. OMNIE have played key role and very kindly donated the underfloor heating system, which will help provide a consistent temperature, which is critical to Corporal Eaglesham’s needs. We are hugely grateful to everyone who has made this dream become a reality, delivering a bespoke house in the most cost effective manner.”

The layout of the property has created a totally wheelchair friendly environment across both floors, linked by a lift.

As well as the integral garage, the downstairs contains a master bedroom suite with shower room, while the linked kitchen, dining and living rooms feature folding doors, which open out onto the rear garden. These areas, together with a lobby and separate cloakroom are heated by six pipe circuits connected back to the five port manifold and controlled by programmable room thermostats.

Designed to create room temperatures of 19, 21 and 22 centigrade, the pipe layouts were securely clipped down over thermal insulation before a wet screed was laid to provide good heat transference. Phil Eaglesham said: “This house gives us the chance to make a life and a future again. Even as my condition deteriorates we can still get on with our lives to the best of our ability, rather than fire-fighting every issue that comes with every little change in my condition. The independence which the house layout gives me is second to none.”

Suitable for operating at low temperatures, the different OMNIE UFH systems available are suitable for delivering optimum efficiency in conjunction with high performance gas or oil boilers as well as the company’s own range of air or ground source heat pumps. www.omnie.co.uk

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Fire And Water Resistance See Magply Picked To Play Vital Role For Bath Rugby The Recreation Ground in Bath is one of the crucibles of English rugby, famous long before the professional era and still a venue other Premiership and European sides frequently find presents a challenge they cannot meet. It is also a location that posed specific physical and technical questions for the materials used in building the new West Stand, which Magply met in full. The new Gem Stand sponsored by brewery Bath Ales, backs onto the River Avon which is prone to periodic flooding, while the project architects, Arena 1865 also had to take several other design criteria into consideration.

Easi-Dec is the cost saving alternative to scaffold, because it’s quick to erect, with a minimal amount of parts, to get people working sooner after arriving on site.

The basic system includes a standard platform, but our full range offers solutions for both solar panel and window installation. With health & safety being at the core of the system, Easi-Dec is EN tested, with full training provided on request.

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Project Architect, Simon Pugh-Jones outlined the long term ambitions for the ground as a resource to serve the people of Bath rather than just the rugby club, as well as the way Magply aligned with the demands of the most recent building project.

He commented: “Our long term objective is to redevelop the ground and a year ago we embarked on a planning process to give certainty over the next four years while the bigger plan is considered and this involved building a new ‘temporary’ West Stand. This sits on the massive old base of the stand rebuilt after World War Two, with spreader plates to carry the steel frame.

Unfortunately, however, the Rec is prone to flooding rapidly to a depth of a metre or more and therefore the building has to be resilient.

Also safety requirements have been increased over the years and the new West Stand gives us better facilities including more toilets, more bars and better access and egress in an emergency.” “We looked at a full range of board solutions including high performance gypsum and recycled plastic, but when we got into the science and the costings, it soon became clear the only board which ticked all the boxes was Magply. If there is a flood we will be able to quickly wash it down and repaint it, while it will continue to offer full fire resistance. We didn’t need specialist installers and although some of those unfamiliar were sceptical to begin with, they soon found it easy to work with in achieving a neat fit, which also included some fire-boarding applications.” www.magply.co.uk

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Kemper System Provides Solution For Chester Zoo’s Monsoon Forest Waterproofing specialist, Kemper System, has provided the roofing solution for a hot and humid environment in the heart of leafy Cheshire at Chester Zoo’s £40m ‘Islands’ development. The company’s solvent-free Kemperol 2K-PUR cold liquid-applied waterproofing membrane has been used for the roof of the ‘Tree House’, which will form a covered walkway for visitors under a giant polymer dome – called Monsoon Forest.

Designed by Dan Pearlman, the exhibit forms part of the largest zoo development in UK history, Islands, comprising six South East Asian island environments which visitors can explore on foot or by boat to discover native plants and wildlife from the region. Within Islands is Monsoon Forest which will be home to numerous species including Sulawesi macaques and orangutans, and the tree house – which mimics a field research centre - will enable visitors to walk through the enclosure along a raised walkway.

Roofing contractor, K. Pendlebury Roofing, met with the client at the zoo to discuss specification for the job, which had to take into account the habitat’s changing climate, the water mist that is used to create humidity and, the behaviour of the animals.

Explains Neilan Symondson from K. Pendlebury Roofing: “There is adjacent netting along the side of the tree house roof and the orangutans can move freely within their enclosure, which means that they could throw things onto the roof, pick at the surface with their fingers or even urinate on it. “Kemperol 2K-PUR provided a robust, flexible solution that will not crack or soften at high temperatures and will provide excellent resistance to humidity, puncturing and uric acid; and roughly 80% of the resins in the Kemperol 2K-PUR are obtained from the seeds of the tropical castor plant which is a renewable resource.”

The walkway with its shaped surfaces and the high temperatures proved challenging whilst working on the project. K. Pendlebury Roofing taped the seams of the 200m2 plywood surface to prevent any resin from seeping through the joints during the application process. Following application of a primer mixed with quartz sand to provide a key, the cold-liquid Kemperol 2K-PUR resin was then applied directly onto the roof. The installation team then laid Kemper System’s 165gsm flexible reinforcement fleece, which is cut to size and shape on site, directly into the wet resin, using rollers to remove any creases or air bubbles before immediately applying more resin to fully saturate the fleece. The system was applied in a single wet-on-wet process and allowed to cure, providing a seamless, monolithic membrane that bonds directly to the substrate, which is permanently elastic and cannot delaminate. www.kempersystem.co.uk

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The Francis Crick Institute in central London is a world-leading centre of biomedical research and innovation. It’s research groups are now beginning to move into a new state-of-the-art building, featuring an extraordinary roof screening solution from Levolux. This striking new building, designed to achieve a BREEAM ‘excellent’ rating by architects from HOK with PLP Architecture, is one of Europe’s largest biomedical research centres. Once complete, it will accommodate some 1500 staff including 1250 scientists. The building is equipped with a vast array of specialist, highly sensitive plant and equipment, much of it located at roof level.

To satisfy planning requirements, it was necessary to limit the visual impact of the building, particularly at high level.

Levolux worked collaboratively with the project design team to develop a custom roof screening solution, to satisfy unique and challenging project-specific requirements. The resulting solution is impressive in scale; extending 160 metres in length and 80 metres in width, and reaching up to more than 43 metres above street level. The enormous roof screening structure resembles a modern vaulted roof, divided into two interlocking shells. Each shell is formed from a variety of screening fins, or louvres, that combine to create an attractive, yet multifunctional enclosure.

Solid, perforated and twisted aluminium fins all feature, along with glass fins. In total, Levolux designed, fabricated, supplied and installed almost 2400 screening fins. The fins vary in size, with widths ranging from 150mm up to 750mm and lengths of up to 9 metres. Each fin is engineered with custom brackets to facilitate the smooth operation of lifting and securing them into place. The roof screening solution is not simply a decorative feature. It provides shading and a naturally ventilated enclosure to allow mechanical and electrical plant and equipment to operate efficiently. It also incorporates one of the largest building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) installations in the UK.

Over 800 custom-built solar panels have been incorporated into more than 420 of the Glass Fins, fixed to south-facing sections of the roof. The laminated Glass PV Fins are formed from toughened glass, sandwiching a PVB interlayer and mono-crystalline PV Cells. In addition to the Glass PV Fins, Levolux also supplied and installed the associated micro inverters, isolator boxes and two central distribution boxes, mounted within a PV Plant Room. The complete PV array, which is connected to the Building Grid, the BMS and EMS, is expected to generate around 204,200 kWh/year from a renewable energy source. This helps to satisfy the energy demands of the Institute, while significantly reducing its environmental footprint.

Beneath the myriad of Fins that cloak the building’s roof, Levolux’s Ventilation Louvres were also specified to create protective enclosures around key items of plant and equipment. HP75 and HP50 louvre systems were used, both featuring louvres with a patented ‘S’ shaped profile. The two systems are distinguished by the pitch of louvres, being 75mm and 50mm respectively. The extruded aluminium louvres provide the optimum levels of airflow and weather resistance demanded by sensitive items of roof based plant and equipment.

All facing surfaces of the aluminium fins feature an attractive, natural anodised finish, while associated aluminium components have been given a highly durable, light grey powder coating. The high performance ventilation louvres used on the project also benefit from a powder coating, but in a contrasting dark grey colour. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, including its multi-functional roof screening solution from Levolux, the institute is ideally equipped to carry out ground-breaking research. It is hoped that it will promote the development of new treatments for illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, neurodegenerative conditions and infectious diseases. www.levolux.com

Maximum Protection, Minimum Effort

KeeLine®Horizontal Life Line provides fall arrest/restraint protection where guardrails are not suitable or when a virtually invisible solution is required. The system can be fitted to most standard roof types including membrane, standing seam, metal profile and composite panel roofs. KeeLine®provides users with complete and continual ‘handsfree’ protection throughout the system and incorporates an Inline Shock Absorber to minimise the loads to an acceptable level for both the user and structure in the event of a fall.

•Suitable for use on multiple roof types •Conforms to EN 795:2012 •Allows spans up to 12m and 3 users •Designed for horizontal or overhead applications Fragile Roof Access Solutions / Mobile Man Anchor / Demarcation / Rooftop Walkways / Mobile Valley Frame / Kee Anchor Beam / Ladder Restraints / Self Closing Gate / Guardrails

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Discovering Trespa’s high pressure laminate cladding provided the answer to a design conundrum for a stylish new residence on the outskirts of Aberdeen. Steph Craigie and her husband were looking for something different. So after consulting the local authority planners in the area who wanted the building to be either traditional or more contemporary, rather than a run-of-the-mill suburban design, the couple decided on a contemporary look for their new home.

They choose a Scotframe Val-U-Therm kit as the mode of construction and for the external surface treatment the couple selected K-Rend smooth cement render and Trespa Pura NFC® cladding. “The architect’s design called for wood linings and whilst we loved the look we didn’t want the maintenance issue, plus my husband dislikes the grey uneven discolouring of cedar linings,” says Steph Craigie.

A visit to the Grand Designs exhibition in London introduced them to timber-effect cladding but still they could not identify a product that met their needs. “Many hours were spent searching for something suitable and my husband eventually stumbled across the Trespa® product online,” says Steph Craigie. “I called to find the Trespa Pura NFC® product was very new to the UK but we soon had our hands on samples and it was immediately clear to us that this was the product we were looking for.”

They chose Aged Ash, one of six colours available in the Trespa Pura NFC® range. “My husband, and also the joiners who did the installation are very pernickety and so all

were delighted with the fixing system that Trespa uses as it ensured that the end result is extremely sharp and precise,” explains Steph Craigie, adding: “It is great to think that this finish will remain the same as it is today for many years to come.”

The quality of the Trespa Pura NFC® product was clear to everyone that handled it while the home was being built. So much so that a family friend of the Craigies who runs a large timber wholesale business has decided to stock it and one of the joiners involved on the house building project also went on to install it in his own home.

Trespa Pura NFC® is made from up to 70% natural fibres, impregnated with thermosetting resins and a non-porous surface engineered to enhance its weather resistant properties. As with all Trespa® products, Trespa Pura NFC® has been tested extensively against weather, impact and UV resistance. For additional convenience and easy maintenance, dirt, stains and splashes simply wipe off. The result? No rot or decay and no need to paint or stain.

From Slate Ebony through to Classic Oak and White Pine, this versatile new range accentuates the shape and style of both modern and traditional buildings. It is suitable for any exterior façade cladding application, and comes cut to size in easy to handle planks that can be laid horizontally or fixed vertically, either side by side or lap style. Trespa Pura NFC® looks good, performs well, comes pre-packed with a variety of matching components and carries a 10year Product Guarantee. To request a sample pack, email live@trespa.com

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Mapei Present New Grout Colours For 2017

51 grout colours were unveiled by Mapei at Cersaie 2016. The new range of colours called “Set the mood” is divided into five collections: Serene, Traditional, Natural, Romance and Glamour, making it easier to choose the right grout according to the requirements of each tiling project and personal preference.

inherent unity of the natural world.” Mapei’s Kerapoxy CQ grout is a two-component expoxy grout, easy to apply and with excellent cleanability due to innovative BioBlock® technology.

Innovation through Research & Development is always at the forefront of Mapei’s philosophy; the recent additions to the Coloured Grouts range were developed using a sophisticated 3D imaging programme. With the latest tile design trends in mind, Mapei are the first company operating in the ceramic sector using 3D imaging to study and develop the Coloured Grouts portfolio.

This cutting edge research has enabled Mapei to develop a new colour chart comprising of 5 coloured grout collections, each with its own unique personality.

With 16 different products available in 51 shades, the collections help simplify your search for the best results, ensuring complete client satisfaction.

With the latest design choices in mind, Mapei’s Kerapoxy CQ coloured grout in shade 183 “Lime Green” is a matching shade with the Pantone “Greenery” colour, perfect for refurbishment projects and new installations alike in residential and commercial buildings. Pantone’s colour of the year sets the trend for 2017, “Greenery” is evocative of new beginnings. Pantone invites consumers to “immerse themselves in the physical beauty and

Whether you prefer complementing your tiles with a harmonized or a contrasting Coloured Grout, Mapei’s Coloured Grout Collection adds a special finishing touch to any tiled surface allowing the client to personalize their space, setting the desired mood.

Email info@mapei.co.uk or call 0121 508 6970 for more information on Mapei’s range of coloured grouts in your project. www.mapei.co.uk

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Remmers Award Winning Flooring Installation

Itec Contract Floors provides a single source for education flooring needs. Itec has set the benchmark for versatility in its sheet vinyl portfolio. Bristol’s Fusion House was a prime example of how Itec’s flexible offering can come to the aid of an education location, with the student accommodation requiring a smart and practical choice underfoot.

Silento Timber was specified for the bedrooms, representing Itec acoustic flooring at its very best. Adding to acoustic and safety flooring choice is Itec’s decorative sheet vinyl flooring range, Concept Woods a particular favourite that was installed at the Rykneld Community Centre, Derby. www.itecfloors.co.uk

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Altro Xpresslay Brings Fast Turnaround And Cost Savings At 27 New Build Schools The cost and time saving credentials of award-winning Altro LooselayTM technology has lead to Altro XpressLayTM safety flooring being selected for installation in 27 new schools being built in the North East of England. Altro XpressLay is the world’s first ever adhesive-free safety flooring, and features Altro Looselay technology. Altro Looselay technology allows any subfloor moisture to escape. It has been designed to lie flat, without the need to be adhered. As there is no adhesive you get same-day welding and can walk on the floor straight away. www.altro.co.uk

Howe Green Access Covers Perform At ‘The Other Place’

A brand-new state of the art building has been constructed by bringing together two existing aging facilities at CDS Solihull. This advanced aerospace manufacturing, research and development facility produces engine control systems for a range of applications, including the RollsRoyce Trent family of aircraft engines.

The flooring needed to fulfil the Clients high standards and requirements which consisted of:- Chemical Resistant Flooring with Chemical Resistant Wall Render; Epoxy Conductive Flooring System with an Anti-Slip Textured Finish; and finally, Remmers Self Smoothing Epoxy Resin with a Slip Resistant Seal Coat. A total of 9,500m2 of Remmers resin flooring was installed. To complement the floors, 3500m (2.1 miles) of Remmers Epoxy Cove Skirting were also installed. Remmers have won the FeRFA Large Industrial Project of the Year Award for this complex installation. www.remmers.co.uk

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Howe Green’s metal fabricated access covers were selected for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s studio theatre renovation project, ‘The Other Place’ in Stratford-upon-Avon. The transformed venue reopened earlier this year and houses a new 200-seat theatre space along with the RSC’s extensive costume store.

Importantly, ‘The Other Place’ provides a chief learning hub for students from the University of Birmingham.

Howe Green’s aluminium 7500 Series access covers were fitted on the ground floor to provide easy access to underfloor ducting services throughout the building.

Main Contractor BAM Construction fitted the panels on a suspended concrete slab.

Once installed they were in-filled with K-screed followed by a resin finish to create a discreet access solution for routine and emergency servicing. The covers have a minimal show-edge and can be easily raised with lifting keys. They are made to sit flush with the surround, guarding against the risk of slips and trips.

Suitable anywhere heavy loading is required – the 7500 Series access covers can accommodate a 5-tonne pressure from a pneumatic tyre. Highly durable and double-sealed to prevent dirt and grease ingress, each access panel from Howe Green is made to the client’s exact specifications, but without the price premium typically associated with bespoke manufacturing. Instead, Howe Green is able to offer competitively priced panels, designed for purpose with a fast turnaround.

Howe Green’s access covers will perform for the lifetime of the building and ensure that whenever the need arises, reaching the underfloor services serving the venue will be straightforward and drama-free. www.howegreen.com

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Micro Joints – The Discreet New Way To Protect Tiles Installed Over Underfloor Heating Systems The popularity of underfloor heating systems has increased significantly in recent years, as they provide a cost-effective, comfortable, unobtrusive heating solution for millions of homes. However, these systems often cause movement between the subfloor and the floor finish in the form of expansions and contractions. Failing to accommodate for this movement will almost certainly result in cracked tiling surfaces.

Dural UK have developed a solution in the form of Micro Joint Infill, which provides discreet stress protection for tiles and natural stone on heated floors.

Benefits of Micro Joint Infill for tiles on underfloor heating systems - UK Building Regulations, in particular BS5385, stipulate that expanses of hard flooring as a finished surface material have to conform to various aesthetic and functional standards.

To achieve compliance, it is essential for 40sqm or above flooring installations to have some sort of movement protection in place, to absorb movement being transferred between substrates thus protecting the surface tiles. Micro Joint Infill has been specially developed for tiled flooring installations which are laid over underfloor heating systems, particularly for residential developments. It provides effective movement protection for tiles and natural stone on heated floors. It means a tiled flooring installation with Micro Joint Infill used is able to effectively absorb the movement energy transferred from the subfloor, protecting the tiles from cracking and loosening. www.colouredmovementjoints.co.uk

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Looking For A Whitewashed Floor?

Bona White is a new wood floor primer designed to produce an on-trend bleached look when used in conjunction with a Bona polyurethane lacquer. The intensity of ‘whiteness’ is dependent on how many coats are applied. This client wanted a whitewashed look to their original Victorian floor boards to tie in with the soft greys of the kitchen.

This was achieved by the application of two coats of Bona White under two coats of Bona Traffic HD lacquer.

The works were part of a complete renovation of a Victorian town house in Bath and were carried out by Bona Certified Contractor, TWF Bath Ltd, who specialise in the restoration and fitting of traditional wood floors.

Before treatment, the TWF team filled large gaps using reclaimed pine wedges and then sanded the floor to 100 grit abrasives.

Smaller gaps were filled using Bona Mix & Fill, which is mixed with sanding dust from the floor to ensure the filled areas blend in with the rest of the surface. The floor was then sanded using 120 grit abrasives before the application of the first coat of Bona White. The floor was then abraded using a Bona Scrad Pad to remove any grain raising from the surface before the application of the second coat.

To produce a highly durable, easy to maintain finish, two coats of Bona Traffic HD lacquer were applied. Traffic HD is Bona’s toughest lacquer. The very low VOC content and low odour mean there is no need for homeowners to vacate their property while the works are being carried out and there is no lingering smell.

Its fast cure time means the floor can be in full use just 12 hours after treatment – making it an ideal choice for commercial floors too where there is little available downtime for renovation. TWF’s clients chose the Matt version of Traffic HD for their kitchen floor. Silkmatt and Extramatt sheens are also available.

As a Bona Certified Contractor, TWF Bath is part of Bona’s network of highly trained wood floor specialists - independent wood floor companies who have received extra in-depth training in the use of Bona’s wood floor finishing products. www.bona.com

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Omnie Underfloor Heating Features In OfficesTo-Flats Conversion

The conversion of a former office property into half a dozen high specification apartments in the sought after Tooting district of South-West London has featured the specification of a low profile underfloor heating system from the range of OMNIE, as part of a space-saving building services strategy.

The development in Althorp Road, SW17 Has been focused on a three storey commercial unit which the contractors have successfully reconfigured to form six similar sized flats that are expected to command purchase prices in the £750 K price bracket (Zoopla values a two bed flat at £797 K on the same road).

While OMNIE’s design department provide detailed layout drawings for the project, along with other comprehensive technical guidance, all of the installation work has been carried out by Locksbury Services Limited from Biggin Hill in Kent. Locksbury Services’ operatives installed the 35 mm deep FoilBOARD panels across the building’s existing sub-floors: the lightweight boards, manufactured from extruded polystyrene, which has a very high compressive strength perfect for floating floors, were easily cut to fit the bay windows and the rest of the rooms’ layouts.

Then 400 metres or more of the 16 mm diameter heating pipes were pressed into the unique OMNIE multi-directional channel designs, which simplified the onsite installation eliminating the need of assemble loop and straight panels, prior to being connected back to the OMNIE manifolds, which distribute the flow from

the home’s boiler. While the slightly more complex Flat 3 required a six-port manifold, the rest of the dwellings feature five-port versions supplying primary water at 550 C to the different zones.

Together with the appropriate controllers and room thermostats from the OMNIE range, this arrangement will offer occupants excellent comfort levels and controllability, while getting optimum performance from the Electromax boilers and helping to deliver energy efficiency.

The Timóleon range of underfloor heating systems offered by Omnie can facilitate installations in almost any situation, including between existing timber floor joists, across concrete sub-floors or even for retrofit situations, where the overall depth has to be kept to an absolute minimum, also all OMNIE products have been tested independently at BSRIA for heat output performance. www.omnie.co.uk

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Lindapter Provided Connection Solutions For Arup’s Circular Economy Building Image supplied by Arup ©

The construction industry currently produces three times more waste than all UK households combined, including 60 tonnes of materials that go straight to the tip due to incorrect ordering, damage or not fitting correctly.

Lindapter and many other collaborators pulled together, generously giving their time, products and services to support Arup’s project, which tested the maturity of circular economy thinking in order to prove that circularity is achievable.

The prototype challenged both designers and suppliers to think differently about their chosen materials and construction processes in order to create a building where, at the end of its life, all of its elements can be re-used, remanufactured or recycled. True circularity has only been possible with the support of manufacturers such as Lindapter who are committed to testing the principles that underpin the circular economy.

During the project, Arup asked Lindapter to design and supply a connection system

to secure the circular building’s roof panels, wall panels and glazing supports to the structural frame.

Lindapter’s technical team quickly designed bespoke connection solutions using the CE Marked Type B clamp, which allowed contractors to rapidly install the panels by easily sliding and aligning the eco-boards into position before tightening with a standard torque wrench.

As only hand tools are required to install Lindapter products, noise, waste, and tool/welding consumables are avoided. Lindapter clamps allow onsite adjustability and adaptability to suit different beam thicknesses and angle alignment to ensure a guaranteed fit, therefore minimising site waste or returned construction components.

The connection solutions were particularly appropriate for the circular buildings project due to Lindapter’s synergy with the principles of the circular economy, for example, Lindapter’s products provide flexibility, ease of deconstruction and the potential to reuse or recycle.

Lindapter prides itself on its outstanding green policies and creates social, environmental and economic benefits in steel construction, supporting what BCSA refer to as sustainability’s ‘triple bottom line’.

Visit www.lindapter.com/About/Environmental_Policy to read more about Lindapter’s environmental policies and download its ISO 14001 certificate.

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Aiming High With A Grand Design: DuPont™ Tyvek® And DuPont™ AirGuard® Ensure Great Results For The UK’s First Passive Treehouse

One of the star turns on Grand Designs recently was the spectacular Treehouse project, built to meet passive house standards and set 40 feet into the forest canopy.

Designed as a much loved home and also to operate as a B&B, this blue-sky concept was naturally built to the highest standards of sustainability and efficiency. Steel and timber framed, with open-jointed timber cladding to blend into its environment, the design demanded the very best from its building envelope. Therefore, a range of DuPont™ Tyvek® advanced building membranes and accessories were specified to both protect the structure during the build and to maximise airtightness and thermal performance once occupied.

Considering the location and style of the project, a key choice of membrane was the highly specialised Tyvek® UV Façade option, a totally black breather membrane designed to withstand exposure to sunlight.

Fully certified and rigorously tested, this option is ideal for ventilated facades, allowing for the optimal combination of design freedom and peace of mind.

Fitted at first floor level directly behind the elegant timber cladding of the treehouse, Tyvek® UV Façade™ will maintain its high performance for many years to come. Fitting a Tyvek® membrane in this way also protects the insulation from the effects of windwashing – a process that is known to reduce its performance and which can increase a structure’s U value by up to 80%.

At ground floor level, Tyvek Housewrap™ has also been applied externally to sit behind the steel cladding and act as a secondary water shedding layer while also diffusing moisture to the exterior. Watertight but naturally vapour-permeable, Tyvek® membranes offer proven long term performance in both these crucial functions. In each application of the different membranes used here, all laps and penetrations ®

have been carefully sealed (correct installation and maintenance being a key aspect of ‘performance as designed’) using UV Façade tape on the exposed areas and Tyvek® tape to the areas protected by the Tyvek® Housewrap™.

Internally, in order to create an airtight seal and act as a moisture barrier, a systemised partnership has been installed consisting of DuPont™ AirGuard® Smart AVCL and Tyvek® Flexwrap to adapt to the more challenging sections (together with the appropriate specialised tapes and sealants.) As expected the initial airtightness results have been outstanding, achieving an impressive figure of 0.32 ACH. DuPont™ AirGuard® Smart AVCL is both fully airtight and water resistant and adapts its vapour resistance as humidity levels change, giving buildings maximum protection against structural damage caused by humidity.

Project owner Jon Martin said “I was aware that there can be a big difference between the finished product and the design on paper and I was determined that the fabric of the building was correct. I knew that DuPont had a full range of both internal and external membranes but this is complimented with a wide range of accessories and tapes. These have been essential for the building to achieve our goal of it being the first passive tree house in the UK.” DuPont™ Tyvek® is distinctive in many key ways, from its hi-tech naturally breathable composition, to its renowned long term functionality. Both DuPont™ AirGuard® and DuPont™ Tyvek® also come with expert technical guidance and with the added peace of mind of a comprehensive range of certification and full building regulation compliance. www.construction.tyvek.co.uk

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Power Bollards Provide A Secure Outdoor Power Supply For Gravesham Borough Council Pop Up Power Supplies® were approached by council planners to provide an outdoor power supply for an area outside the local civic centre which is popular for various outdoor festivals and other events.

Pop Up Power Supplies® offered their range of Power Bollards. Specified in a Button Top Supply Bollard with hatch closure, the slim bollards are all located around the perimeter area next to walls, and as a result have a limited impact on the outdoor area.

The power bollards are a popular choice of street furniture as they are an elegant design and complement the surround environment well with their sleek aesthetics. They are also robust and hard wearing, and constructed using AISI 304 or AISI 316 stainless steel. Clients have the option of a mirrored finish, powder painted RAL colours or custom paint finishes. In addition to the Button Top styled bollards used in Gravesham, they are also available in three other configurations – Parc Paris, Domed, and Sloping Top. www.popuppower.co.uk

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Flood Defence Systems Continue To Gain Ground During 2016, IBS continued to deliver successful installations of high profile glass flood defence systems around the UK, taking their total of successfully delivered projects past the 1.5Km milestone since the first system was installed in Keswick in 2011.

Included in 2016’s successes was the UK’s largest glass flood defence system at 520m long, installed to protect the village of Paull (near Hull) from future tidal surges and as a part of the wider Hull and Holderness Flood Alleviation Scheme, a project that is providing defences along the Humber estuary together with inland engineering works.

These recent projects have allowed IBS to continue their unrivalled success in the delivery of these specialist glass flood defence systems. Having relocated to larger premises in South Yorkshire at the end of 2015, IBS continue to expand and support more clients in the UK, most recently by the addition of a new team member to help manage the ever increasing level of enquiries.

Managing Director Ray Moulds, says ”After such an exceptional year with multiple large contract successes, not only in the UK & Ireland but also globally, we’re very much looking forward to 2017 and seeing our business expand further. By this I don’t just mean by supporting more and more clients with our high quality innovative solutions, but also with exciting product developments that our teams are working on and which will enhance our client offerings for the future. You can see IBS at a number of events during 2017, including the Cumbria Flood Expo in Carlisle at the beginning of February and the Flood & Coast exhibition in Telford at the end of March, both of which we’re providing sponsorship for.”

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The original York Railway Station was built within the City Walls, adjacent to where the current station now stands. Opened in 1839 by the North Midland Railway, the structure only served trains to and from the south and the northern coalfields. However by 1873, as more passenger and goods lines were built into York, a larger station, from which trains could gain access from all directions, was needed.

Opening in 1877, the new York Station took three years to rebuild. Designed by the North Eastern Railway’s architect Thomas Prosser, the curved 800ftlong train-shed roof, supported by iron columns, arched 42ft above the platforms. The station was immediately hailed as one of the great buildings in Victorian era. At the time, it was the largest railway station in the world with four massive arches and thirteen platforms.

Today, the structure still impresses. Serving the busy East Coast mainline route, primarily between Glasgow Aberdeen, Edinburgh and London it is also a vital cross-route link between Glasgow, Manchester and Liverpool. The station currently copes with around 800 trains and thousands of passengers each week. With so many passengers using the station, the extended platforms, which project out from the original arched structure, are as busy as ever. The platform surfaces have been designed to gently slope inward away from the track so any surface water naturally drains towards their centre. Effective drainage of these roofed and un-roofed “outer” areas was a major safety consideration.

Hauraton RECYFIX® STANDARD 100 channels were chosen for the slightly curving platforms – see photographs. The 271 metres of channelling installed were made from the company’s tough recycled Polyethylene-Polypropylene (PE-PP), all fitted with Class C 250 ductile iron “heel-safe” gratings finished in a Black anti-oxidisation coating. As each one metre unit only weighs just over 6kg, including the grating, contractor C. Spencer Limited was impressed with the ease and speed of installing the channels as all the units used easily complied with manual lifting regulations. www.hauraton.co.uk

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RIEFA Lightweight Living Roofs Riefa boards are a new type of green roof substrate. They are a hi-tech fibre board made from organically grown and sustainable natural resources, including rye flour and tree bark.

The manufacturing process is essentially the same as baking: the ingredients are mixed in dough bins and then baked in secondlife biscuit ovens.

Riefa boards are primarily used as an insulation board in the manufacture of doors and as a sound insulation in partition walls.

The dimensions of the boards in their dry condition are 18mm thick and 2400 x 1200 mm, and they only weigh 1kg. This makes them very easy to transport and distribute across the roof.

The Riefa organic fibre roof-growing medium is made and produced in a demonstrably sustainable way, it is the light, fits neatly into place, its low depth profile doing away with the need for expensive alterations to parapets. Easily installed over tired or redundant roof covers, a simple rubber membrane overlay eliminates the need for expensive removal and removes the need for the disposal of hazardous oil-based systems.

Contractors do not need specialist skills to install the Riefa system. It fits seamlessly onto sloping, pitched or shaped roofs of all kinds. Nutrient rich and superb at retaining water, Riefa boards have been tested to destruction as a growing medium. www.riefagreenroof.co.uk

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Neaco Decking Chosen For Another Landmark Bridge Neaco’s aluminium decking has been specified for another landmark bridge project at Béconles-Bruyères train station which forms part of the extensive redevelopment of the Zac des Bruyeres Courbevoie in Paris.

The striking new footbridge is the key feature of first phase of modernisation carried out by contractors, Groupe GCC. It now facilitates access to routes for travelers and allows residents the passage of Asnieres-sur-Seine at Courbevoie. Bécon-les-Bruyères is one of the busiest stations in the suburbs, with more than 20,000 passengers per day, and is set to become a major interchange with upgraded platforms and passenger buildings.

Neaco’s National Sales Manager, Peter Melia, comments: “Neaco can now boast an outstanding list of high profile bridge projects which have specified our Techdek system for pedestrian and cycle paths. The product is featured on some of the most acclaimed designs in the UK and Ireland, including the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, the Media City Footbridge in Salford Quays, the Twin Sails Bridge in Poole, the Peace Bridge in Londonderry and the Living Bridge in Limerick. We are delighted to add Paserelle Becon-les-Bruyeres to that list. Techdek’s T-Bar profile provides a 74 per cent contact area on the surface yet drains water efficiently and its swage-locked construction between the bars enables high load bearing capability. The system is durable, maintenance-free and comes with the option of a serrated anti-slip surface for safer footing.”

Precision-manufactured off site and easy to assemble with no welding required, Techdek is suitable for many other applications, including staging, modesty screens, solar shading, maintenance galleries and roof access walkways. www.neaco.co.uk

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Cembrit BBA Certified Slates Rise To The Challenge The flexibility, aesthetically pleasing and easy to install attributes of Cembrit Jutland fibre cement slates have been illustrated on a newly built apartment block in Poole, Inverclyde House, as the slates have provided a stunning finish to what was a challenging roof.

Bournemouth-based contractor, AST Roofing installed 7,000 600x300mm blue/black Cembrit Jutland fibre cement slates, covering approximately 450m2. The roof on this project was interesting, yet challenging for the contractor, as it included a number of pitches and a turret. www.cembrit.co.uk

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A new building was required to house Scarborough RNLI’s (Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s) new arrival – a Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, which is larger than Scarborough’s outgoing Mersey class lifeboat. The charity’s new purpose built lifeboat house at Scarborough not only boasts a modern and practical interior with upgraded volunteer crew facilities, an up to date drying room along with a modernised shop and exhibition facilities for visitors, but also a robust, low maintenance, weather resistant exterior.

Having to use building materials which can stand up to the coastal elements, Yeoman Rainguard GRP downpipes were chosen to complete a hardy rainwater system with their 100mm diameter GRP downpipes in Black being installed to the exterior of the new building. Though lightweight, making the downpipes easier to handle when fixing on site, GRP is a durable material which can deliver many years of maintenance free service. In turn this will save time and money being spent on repair or replacement benefitting the ecological rating and lifecycle of the building.

The through coloured GRP downpipes are not susceptible to erosion from sea salt or indeed to colour bleaching from the Sun’s ultra violet rays ensuring that the Station will remain looking as good as new for many years to come. For information and news about the RNLI, please visit: www.RNLI.org.uk For more information on Yeoman Rainguard’s full range of rainwater systems go to www.rainguard.co.uk

Rockwool Reaches New Heights In Manchester’s Skyline ROCKWOOL insulation has been specified and installed on a landmark project in the centre of Manchester, providing two new tower blocks with a façade system that ticks all the boxes: fire prevention, thermal insulation and apleasing external appearance. The contractor required an insulation solution that complied with all building regulations, including a U-value of 0.18 W/m²K,.

The materials also had to conform or exceed the regulation for limited combustibility defined in section B4 of Approved Document B External Fire Spread. Renaker Build specified 13,000m2 of 125mm RAINSCREEN DUO SLAB®. www.rockwool.co.uk

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Wraptite-SA Selected For One Of The Uk’s Largest Zero Carbon Developments One of the UK’s largest zero carbon developments is benefitting from the high performance airtight membrane Wraptite-SA from A. Proctor Group. The development at Clay Farm, Great Kneighton in Cambridge has been designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating, requiring an airtightness level of less than 1. Wraptite-SA was specified to achieve the required standard, which would not have been possible with standard membrane construction.

Wraptite-SA, the only self-adhering vapour permeable air barrier certified by the BBA, was applied externally to the timber frame panels in continuous pieces.

Traditional use of internal air barriers can be more complex and costly to install, due to the need to accommodate building services.

The use of WraptiteSA makes a significant contribution to a building’s thermal performance by preventing lateral air movement. It also provides high vapour permeability, which allows any water vapour to escape the wall construction efficiently thereby avoiding any interstitial condensation problems.

A. Proctor Group carried out on site air tests of trial units prior to commencement. Initial air tightness results after installation achieved a rating of 0.72. www.proctorgroup.com/air-barriers

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Klober Membranes In Ground Breaking Grand Designs Project Klober membranes have been used in a couple’s zero carbon eco-home which featured in the latest series of Grand Designs. The five-bedroom, 4,300sq ft timber frame building on the West Pennine moor has Wallint 50 on the warm side of the insulation to provide an air barrier and vapour control layer. By contrast, Permo forte was installed on the cold side of the insulation to enable moisture within the building to escape and provide a weatherproof barrier behind the timber cladding. Its vapour resistance value of 0.15 MN/sg is well below the 0.6 MN/sg requirement for walls. http://klober.co.uk/shop/category/air-open-underlay

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Magply The Safe Option For Oakworth Homes Customers A timber frame manufacturer, serving both the self-build and wider development sectors, includes high performance Magply boards within its standard details and brochures, to ensure its customers can be offered fail-safe fire resistance wherever the circumstances demand it. Oakworth Homes has established its Benchmark Selfbuild service to help individual clients fulfil their creative aspirations. The company’s energy efficient and very flexible designs all being based on the Varytherm platform which can provide a variety of different wall constructions with U-values down to 0.10 W/m2 K. Each option in the Oakworth range includes the choice between conventional OSB3 or Magply fire check boards for the outer sheathing to Varytherm timber frame elements. The design team accordingly recommends the use of Magply whenever the site survey and pre-contract assessment identifies a specific risks to adjacent properties in the event of a fire during the construction stage. The Magply boards also offer resistance to racking loads, both as part of the completed structure and during the installation process.

As a high performance, multi-functional board, Magply features a Magnesium Oxide formulation, to offer a fire-safe and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plywood or OSB products. Additionally, the unique production process keeps the chloride content to just 0.01%, enhancing both stability and long term durability. Crucially, Magply carries internationally recognised accreditations confirming the boards’ ability to deliver 90 minutes integrity and insulation under test conditions. Furthermore the range offers excellent racking strength, impact or pull-out resistance and all round ease of use in a variety of applications. Magply has been tested under BS EN 476 Part 22 for timber frame applications and parts 6&7 to provide Class 0 certification for the surface spread of flames together with other approvals such as EN ISO 1182-2010. www.magply.co.uk

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Laminates Create A Colourful Campus Abet Laminati’s MEG exterior grade laminate has been used to colourful effect at a new Academy in Birmingham which specialises in preparing students for careers in Health & Social Care, Enterprise and Creative Technology.

Designed by international design practice Scott Brownrigg, with the exterior supplied

by SIG Building Systems, the new purpose built premises spans several buildings all clad in grey and orange laminate from Abet Laminati’s exterior grade high pressure laminate collection.

MEG is a perfect choice for this kind of high demand environment where durability meets design. Carrying a BBA Agrément Certificate, MEG is a self-supporting high pressure laminate (HPL) for cladding the exterior of buildings, balconies and other applications. It features high resistance to temperature, climate shock, weathering, UV light and impact. Furthermore, its chemical resistant nature and closed structure do not allow paint in spray cans, various inks, emulsion paints, lipstick or pastel paints to penetrate into the decorative layer negating the need for any anti-graffiti treatment and making the surface easy to clean.

The range is available in over 91 colours in a mix of traditional plain colours, wood finishes and simulated-concrete colours Metal.

MEG is also able to incorporate Abet’s digital printing technology. This means that almost any design, photograph or pattern can be reproduced in stunning detail to give architects and designers unparalleled freedom to create unusual and dramatic building facades. www.abetuk.com

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Rievaulx Abbey Sings The Praises Of Its New Morley-IAS Life Safety System

Rievaulx Abbey was built by a group of 12 Cistercian monks in 1131 near the River Rye in a remote valley, deep in what is now the picturesque North York Moors National Park. At its height Rievaulx Abbey was one of the wealthiest monasteries in Great Britain and supported around 140 monks and 500 lay brothers and servants.

Such great wealth, and the monastic obedience to Rome, led Henry VIII to dissolve the monasteries and the building was suppressed in 1538 and left to decay.

Over the years Rievaulx Abbey’s ruins have been an inspiration for poets, painters, and scholars, and was one of the first major ruins to be conserved by the Office of Works in 1917.

As one of the most complete and atmospheric of England’s abbey ruins, there has been a year-on-year increase in the number of people taking time to walk around and explore the Rievaulx Abbey site. In order to build on its popularity English Heritage has constructed a dedicated visitor centre that includes a museum displaying previously unseen artefacts including elaborate medieval stone carvings, chess pieces and gold coins.

The facility also has a shop and a tearoom, and visitors can pick up an audio tour to learn more or hunt for clues of medieval life on the family trail.

Protecting the nation’s historical buildings and monuments, and those visiting them, requires a meticulous approach to life safety. Therefore, when it came to this aspect of the development, English Heritage called upon the services of Shipley based Rosse Systems to specify, install and commission a suitable solution.

Dave Thewlis, the company’s Sales Director, says, ‘As well as having over 34 years of experience and knowledge in the fire detection industry, we have worked closely with English Heritage for a number of years. Likewise, as a longstanding Morley-IAS partner, we know that its innovative technology is reliable, robust and has the ability to minimise unwanted alarms.’

Rosse Systems designed a BS 5389 compliant category L1 solution, which is designed for the protection of life and deploys automatic detectors throughout all areas of the three buildings with the aim of providing the earliest possible warning. This was based around three

networked Morley-IAS DX Connexion (DXc) panels from Honeywell.

The single loop DXc1 variant was used and Hugh McQuaid, Business Manager, Honeywell Security and Fire, explains, ‘This panel is ideally suited for use in the protection of small to medium sized buildings like those at Rievaulx Abbey. Completely open protocol, it has been developed to be the most time efficient panel on the market to install, and possesses the traditional Morley-IAS qualities of reliability, flexibility and value, with advanced features and intuitive functionality.’

Although beam detection was briefly considered for the installation, it was ultimately decided that single point smoke detection would be the most suitable option.

So, complementing the Morley-IAS DXc1 panels System Sensor S200 Advanced optical smoke sensors were selected. The S200A range has a completely unique detection chamber design, which is the result of many years of research and design by System Sensor, and delivers improved responsiveness and reduced sensitivity to changes in environmental conditions. The devices are managed by embedded software running complex algorithms that further improve resilience to unwanted alarms and improve detection speed.

With two integral tri-colour LEDs that provide 360° local visual indication of the device status, the S200A is programmable with static or blinking red, amber and green status indications available. Furthermore, all Series 200 Advanced detectors are environmentally friendly and meet the Restriction of the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requirements, therefore helping English Heritage meet its corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives.

Thanks to the ease of use of the Morley-IAS and System Sensor devices, the installation went smoothly.

However, Rosse Systems had to maintain the integrity of the buildings and meet the strict requirements of the architect. Dave Thewlis comments, ‘This aspect of the project meant that we had to try and keep the system discreetly sited to maintain the character of the interiors. At times this was much easier said than done, but thanks to our vast experience of carrying out work in all types of buildings, it was a challenge we relished.’ http://www.morley-ias.co.uk/

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