Creative Build Magazine - July Issue

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July 2020

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CONTENTS

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Protecting ladder users from COVID-19 Helping managers keep ladder users safe during the coronavirus outbreak...

Contractors urged to support suppliers and keep cash flowing What goes around, comes around...

Fatigue – A Topic Best Not Slept Upon

Fatigue in the workplace is extremely serious, posing a real and present risk for health and safety...

Protecting your van and its contents from thieves

a handy guide on how to deter thieves and protect your valuables during lockdown...

World’s first electric digger

Announced as one of three finalists for most prestigious UK engineering award...

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MAKE UK apprentices return to studies at Birmingham Technology Hub The Make UK Technology Hub, has re-opened its doors to apprentices in Aston, Birmingham, as part of a phased approach with strict social distancing and safety measures in place.

Like all UK centres of training and education, the hub has been closed in recent months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Make UK champions engineering and manufacturing across the UK and its apprentice Technology Centre in Aston is one of the leading facilities delivering tailored technical apprenticeships, upskilling short courses and training courses covering a wide range of topics, from robotics to lean manufacturing.

A safety video was created for its apprentices - shots of the video are as seen below but the full video can be seen via the MAKE UK website.

To find out more about current apprenticeship vacancies at Make UK please visit, www.makeuk.org/future-makers/become-an-apprentice call 0121 344 7900 or email asrecruitment@makeuk.org

During lockdown, Make UK has continued to deliver first class training to record numbers of apprentices via online teaching; over three quarters of its apprentice population of 1762 were able to continue their studies online in the first week of virtual teaching, with 118 online learners recorded in one day, being taught their academic studies.

Stephen Mitchell, Director of Apprentices and Technical Training at Make UK’s Technology Hub in Aston, Birmingham, said: “The safety of our apprentices, tutors and staff is paramount, and it is with this in mind that we are committed to deliver the best experience possible whilst adhering to the government guidelines with a set of strict safety measures in place at our Technology Hub. “Apprentices play a key role in the future of business growth so it is vital that we are agile and adapt during this time of unprecedented change.

We look forward to welcoming them back.”

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Winvic to Construct £47.3m PRS Scheme in Central Milton Keynes Winvic Construction Ltd, a leading main contractor that specialises in turnkey solutions for industrial, buildto-rent, student accommodation and commercial projects has arrived on site in the heart of Milton Keynes to construct and fit out 294 one, two and three bedroom apartments. The £47.3m project, Aubrey Place, is the vision of build-to-rent developer and operator Packaged Living and is being supported by funders Invesco. The scheme started on site in January 2020 and will be complete in April 2022.

Due to its city centre location, the site is compact and the H shaped building will extend to all four boundaries; the structure comprising two primary towers and a link block of 10, 12, 14 and 18 storeys will therefore be constructed out of concrete and poured in-situ over a 118 week programme, Prior to this, Winvic is undertaking a significant amount of earthworks on site to facilitate an undercroft car park and cycle stores that will house 47 vehicles and 294 bikes. Residents will not only be able to enjoy the city centre facilities, but they will also have access to a communal area on floor 11, which includes a rooftop garden.

The project’s development can be viewed via the on-site camera – visit Aubrey Place on Winvic Live.

The scheme is also taking advantage of the city’s Combined Heat and Power (CHP) energy station, located close to the site; Winvic will connect the apartments to the district heating plant, meaning residents will use a renewable source of energy for their hot water and heating. This stand out, low carbon provision removes the need for alternative renewable technologies in the design, such as solar panels, as well as boilers in the apartments.

Architects, Maber, and Winvic’s design team have ensured Aubrey Place will also be aesthetically prominent, with its classic brick façade providing a contrast to the surrounding fully glazed and panelled buildings. Winvic will be using four different brick types, including a striking green glass brick that will cover the whole of the ground floor’s exterior. A portion of the ground floor – facing Avebury Boulevard – will be created as a commercial unit.

Mark Jones, Director of Multi-room, commented: “We are once again thrilled to be working with another new client, Packaged Living, and that our reputation for constructing built-to-rent projects on compact city centre sites continues to strengthen. Aubrey Place grabbed our attention from initial discussions because it has some unusual and challenging elements. From the large undercroft parking basement and the concrete frame design to the CHP energy station connection and attractive glass brickwork, this scheme is certainly distinctive and one we are confident we will deliver on time and budget.” Head over to the winvic website to find out more www.winvic.co.uk.

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Metro Rod celebrates successful first year of apprenticeships Following a successful year since the initial launch of its apprenticeship in Drainage Maintenance, Inspection and Repair, Metro Rod is now aiming to recruit up to 80 new apprentices in 2020.

The nationwide commercial drainage expert makes the announcement as apprentices are being put in the spotlight around the country for the 13th annual National Apprenticeship Week, which is taking place from 3rd to 9th February.

Metro Rod’s apprenticeship scheme is an industry first. Nearly a year on since launch, Metro Rod remains the only company to offer a bespoke apprenticeship. This apprenticeship is accredited by the Institute of Training and Occupational Learning.

During the apprenticeship, participants will join specialist drainage teams in Metro Rod franchises around the country, where they will become highly skilled members of the industry while simultaneously earning a living.

The bespoke ‘earn while you learn’ training programme will include 37 practical internal courses and 12 external courses, covering every aspect of the industry that drainage

specialists need to know. As all teaching is provided in-house and adopts a practical hands-on approach.

Apprentices will cover all elements of a career in drainage; from the traditional services to modern, innovative technologies. With training taking place on-the-job, apprentices not only learn from expert mentors with years of industry experience but are also provided with invaluable opportunities to experience real-life situations.

The structured learning pathway is split into three phases, starting with a three-month foundation then progressing to 18 months of skills development and ending with a final three months for consolidation and assessment. In this way, apprentices are given the opportunity to progress down a pathway that enables them to create a career that suits them.

Peter Molloy, managing director at Metro Rod, said: “Nearly 12-months after the launch of our apprenticeship scheme, there are now multiple apprentices working out of our depots across the UK. We can confidently say that each of our new employees are benefitting from this way of training whilst our customers are gaining from

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their fresh knowledge and new skills on-site.

“Every person who takes part in our new apprenticeship scheme is supported each step of the way.

Whether they want to be an engineer or specialise in a particular discipline, this is a great way for apprentices to discover the best route for them.

“At Metro Rod, we’re committed to making sure the next generation of drainage and plumbing specialists have the skills, enthusiasm and knowledge to move the industry forward and truly believe that the Metro Rod apprenticeship ensures this.

“Our ethos when it comes to apprenticeships is to provide the right people with the right skills to build their own careers, grow our business and better the drainage industry.

These beliefs perfectly tie in with this year’s National Apprenticeship Week theme of ‘Look Beyond’, as our scheme gives apprentices the tools to look beyond the end of their training to a career they can continue to grow throughout their adult lives.”

To find out more about the apprenticeship scheme, contact Metro Rod on apprentices@metrorod.co.uk.

MAC Construction Consultants appointed on £130m University of York residencies MAC Construction Consultants have been appointed by GRAHAM – a building, engineering and facilities management specialist – to provide Disability, Access & Equality Consultancy services on the University of York Campus East Residencies.

The firm has joined the construction team to ensure that the University can provide a leading UK standard residential property which is accessible and inclusive to all.

The 1,480-bed will have outstanding amenities, providing generous space centres, fluid access to wheelchair users, suitable sanitary provision and features that will aid people with visual, hearing and cognitive difficulties in navigating the building.

The project, located on the west side of the University’s Campus East, will provide better connections between Campus East and West, playing a role in the University’s ‘Campus Masterplan’ – a framework that outlines how it will develop its ‘campus for the future’. Preparatory works have now begun on site and construction on the project is expected to complete in 2022.

Neil McFarlane, Strategic Projects Director at GRAHAM commented: “Our ongoing work with MAC Construction Consultants means that we can provide the best possible services to the University of York, helping ensure the residencies are accessible to everyone in the University’s student community.

“There has been a lot of focus on ensuring that the construction activities are carefully managed to ensure that as little disruption to campus life is made.”

Richard Dryden, National Lead for Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) and Project Services at MAC commented: “By being involved with this project in the early stages we have been able to work with the university to be able to design the space to respond to the needs of a wide range of people meaning we can really fly the flag for truly amazing disability, access and equality type spaces.”

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Protecting ladder users from COVID-19 “Keeping ladder users safe now means protecting them from Coronavirus as well as falls,” says The Ladder Association, as they release new guidance for health and safety managers.

New guidance from the Ladder Association is helping managers keep ladder users safe during the coronavirus outbreak, whether they’re attending a ladder training course or using ladders in the workplace.

The lead industry body has offered its advice on the challenges being faced by those responsible for the health and safety of ladder users as they plan a return to work. In a new guidance document released freeof-charge to the industry, the Ladder Association delves into issues such as how long the virus lasts on ladders, how rescue plans will be affected and how workers can minimise the risk of the virus spreading through proper cleaning of equipment and materials, particularly if they have been handled by multiple people.

Importantly, it includes advice on how workers can maintain physical distancing while using ladders, with a focus on two activities that need to be considered carefully: stabilising a ladder and raising a ladder.

As Ladder Association training starts to resume in some areas, they have also addressed the need for people to

be protected from coronavirus during their course. They remind us of the importance of Ladder Association training and reassure managers of the protective measures they can expect to be in place during a course, from e-learning options to minimise time spent at the training centre to increased hygiene and cleaning. They also explain how Ladder Association cardholders can get an extension if their qualification is due to expire before it’s safe for them to visit a training centre.

Gail Hounslea, Ladder Association Chairman and Managing Director of Ladderstore, commented: “Keeping ladder users safe now means protecting them from Coronavirus as well as falls and other injuries. Businesses are facing the unprecedented challenge of getting people safely back to work during a pandemic. Ladders are only a small part of what they’ve got to consider, but we realised we could use our expertise to support all those whose workers will be heading back up ladders and need to ensure every safety aspect is covered.”

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Read the Ladder Association’s guidance on keeping ladder users safe during the Coronavirus outbreak: ladderassociation.org.uk/keepingladder-users-safe-during-covid-19outbreak/

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ARCHITECT@WORK introduces next level lead generation Face to face contact has always proven to boost the success of your relationships, whether they are personal or business related. It is the type of contact which enables us to pick up on body language, it satisfies our basic need for human interaction, encourages transparency and is the best basis for a solid, long-term business relationship.

This is the reason why we are convinced that now, more than ever, is the time to invest in face to face business opportunities such as ARCHITECT@WORK. Our flexible and cost-effective concept enables you to showcase your latest innovations, on various locations throughout Europe and beyond, to a community of architects and interior designers.

Recent developments accelerated our research and ARCHITECT@WORK is proud to announce that next level lead generation will be introduced from September 2020 onwards, as part of our strategic plan to add a hybrid dimension to all our events!

This brand new hybrid dimension will enable you to schedule appointments with both physical and digital attendees, giving you a broader reach than ever before. All this will allow you to work more efficiently before, during and after the event. It also means that from now on, you will be able to reach out to those who were unable to attend.

Start your next level lead generation journey with ARCHITECT@WORK and extend your participation beyond the traditional two-day physical presence. A brand new service which is available for exhibitors only.

All of which will be brought in the same convivial and familiar atmosphere, but above all in a safe environment, respecting all preventive measures. Your health and safety is of the utmost importance to us!

Over the last couple of years however, we have also been working towards finding a good balance between solid, innovative on-site content and strong additional digital elements.

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Kärcher helps the nation get back to work While most of the nation’s workforce has been compelled to work from home or pause working altogether, it’s now time for the working world to get back on its feet. Kärcher, renowned German manufacturer of professional cleaning products, is helping organisations to prepare a safe and hygienic workplace through a series of specially prepared online resources and virtual training available to all.

It has never been more important to ensure a clean and safe environment for both employees and customers.

Expert in effective cleaning, Kärcher recognises that different working environments require different cleaning regimes and equipment and its newly launched online cleaning resource reflects this.

Available via www.kaercher.com/uk/ professional/protect-your-people. html it comprises a useful guide, cleaning tips and checklists pertinent to multiple workplace areas.Many businesses will have purchased new cleaning equipment or increased the head count in cleaning teams to optimise hygiene processes, both routes necessitating training.

Kärcher’s new virtual training resource answers this need from a safe distance through a series of online training videos, as well as live

customer consultations for those requiring more tailored instruction www.kaercher.com/uk/professional/ academy-live.html Filmed at the Kärcher Academy, using Kärcher Professional machines, these training assets provide direct access to cleaning experts.

organisms such as Legionnaire’s Disease. Deep cleaning and sanitising all kitchen utensils like forks, knives and spoons at 60oC or above will kill most germs and bacteria.

Kärcher has a broad machine, accessory and detergent range to help achieve high hygiene standards.

In these video tools, Kärcher explains how offices are vulnerable to dirt build-up on everyday touch points such as desks, keyboards and telephones. These are critical areas for contamination and need to be hygienically clean. Cleaning with water & detergent is an effective way to remove impurities, dust and dirt, followed by disinfection to destroy pathogenic micro-organisms and leave surfaces hygienically clean.

Cleaning teams must also use personal protective equipment (PPE) – disposable gloves and aprons are a minimum standard.

In the last few weeks, Karcher has seen a surge in demand for steam cleaners. In particular for public bathroom facilities, a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, which make exemplary hygiene standards crucial. For hard-to-reach, high-risk touchpoints like sinks, taps and soap dispensers a Professional Steam Cleaner is ideal to disinfect without cloths and chemicals. Steam-cleaning ensures these areas are germ-free.

It goes on to give specific advice on shared kitchens for employees as a number one priority, to prevent contamination and transmission of germs and bacteria. Ensure pipes have been thoroughly flushed through so the tap water is safe, as water that’s been left sitting in pipes for a long period of time could have accumulated chemicals and harmful

Steam-cleaning is also well-suited to general public areas if you want to avoid chemicals, and it easily reaches the nooks and crannies that can be difficult to reach with a cloth. High footfall public areas, like reception and the canteen, must be kept hygienic to ensure a safe working environment, combining everyday maintenance cleaning with deep cleaning methods.

When cleaning matters most, Kärcher delivers.

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Bauer Technologies Secures Cheshire Motorway Scheme Bauer Technologies, a subsidiary of the BAUER Group, has been awarded the piling and foundation works for Highways England’s £43 million M6 junction 19 improvement works, which forms part of a collection of schemes designed to improve connections between Cheshire and South Manchester.

The contract which was awarded by joint venture, Amey Sir Robert McAlpine, will require Bauer Technologies to install 124nr abutment CFA piles (62 per abutment), each measuring 900mm x 13m and 60nr pier rotary bored piles, each measuring 900mm x 16m, as well as 2nr preliminary test piles and 2nr working test piles. Work will be undertaken using two CFA rigs and one rotary bored rig.

Speaking about the project, Michael Jones, Managing Director of Bauer Technologies, said: “This is an ambitious scheme being undertaken for Highways England and Bauer Technologies is pleased to be contributing its technical piling expertise to the project. It is a challenging project too, with work to be undertaken immediately adjacent to live motorway and with the rotary rig required to be in the central reservation area where the bridge pier piles are to be constructed from.”

The scheme will make the network safer and improve the environment by reducing congestion and preventing queuing traffic on the M6. Road users will enjoy quicker and more reliable journeys through the junction, while pedestrians and cyclists will benefit from improved facilities linking to the A556 and local roads.

Bauer Technologies’ work on the project commences 8 June 2020, with the company expected to be on-site for 4 weeks.

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Schöck creativity at new Greenwich Design District The O2 Arena on the Greenwich Peninsula has a new neighbour – Greenwich Design District – providing 14,000sqm of affordable studios and workshops for creatives working across areas as diverse as design, fashion, art, music and digital technology. This pedestrianised, vibrant neighbourhood, comprises sixteen free-standing buildings, situated around five courtyards and a central public square. With the exception of the single level Food Hall, the buildings range in height from three-to-five levels and are a mix of reinforced concrete, structural steel and cross-laminated timber.

has hundreds of variants in its Isokorb range, offering a solution to practically any design detail. The predominating Isokorb at the Design District is for concrete-to-concrete, but not all of the requirements were so relatively straightforward. Building C1 is a prime example. Set on the east side of the main entrance, this three-level workshop and studio building has a basketball court on the roof. It has unusually deep floor zones, several large cantilevered elements and a steel mesh enclosure supported on a braced-steel frame around the court, which utilises Isokorb elements for concrete-to-steel detailing.

Minimising thermal bridging is crucial

There is also an external staircase and concrete cantilevered walkway.

Where the walkway encloses the staircase, there are particularly large cantilevers and here the walkway slabs, supported by a main beam, enclose cast-in steel beams and three cross-beams. These are bolted back to the structural slabs using Isokorb units for steel-to-steel construction and steel construction-to-concrete slabs.

Improved thermal performance is becoming increasingly important in large new build developments and the prevention of thermal bridging has a huge role to play. Ineffectual insulation at cantilever connectivity points results in local heat loss, requiring more energy to maintain the building’s internal temperature. Low internal surface temperatures around the thermal bridge can also cause condensation, leading to structural integrity problems with absorbent insulation products and the potentially serious occurrence of mould growth Design freedom from Schöck As the leading international supplier of structural thermal breaks, Schöck

Large capacity thermal breaks required Building D1 is a community of studios, workshops and office spaces, which structurally consists of robust concrete slabs – with trees located on the external decks. Some extremely large capacity structural thermal break

elements were developed to take the loads. Other buildings that incorporate Schöck Isokorb solutions are A1; which marks the main access to the Design District. D4, with its tall slim facade; and A4 on the western edge of the site, which welcomes visitors with a large roof-mounted illuminated sign.

Totally verifiable performance The comprehensive Schöck Isokorb range enables concrete-to-concrete, steel–to-steel and concrete-to-steel detailing. And there are solutions too that provide a maintenance-free alternative to wrapped parapets; along with a product which thermally insulates connections for reinforced concrete walls and columns.

Products meet full compliance with the relevant UK building regulations, have NHBC approval and offer LABC Registration. There is also the security of independent BBA Certification.

For a free copy of the Schöck Thermal Bridging Guide; the Schöck Specifiers Guide or to view the range of downloadable software, contact Schöck on 01865 290 890 or visit the website at www.schoeck.co.uk

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Contractors urged to support suppliers and keep cash flowing

Companies that delay payments to suppliers during the coronavirus pandemic should remember one thing: what goes around, comes around.

Industry leaders have issued a thinly veiled warning that anyone looking to play hardball in the current circumstances will find their reputation totally trashed by the time this is all over. This is no time to play heavy or get legal, they warn.

The Construction Leadership Council, which includes representatives from Whitehall and government as well as the industry, said that it was getting “increasingly concerned about the management of payment in the supply chain, and the risk that clients and firms will seek to invoke contractual clauses to the detriment of other firms”.

CLC co-chair Andy Mitchell, who is also chief executive of Thames Tideway, said: “We are clear that all construction businesses should continue to pay in accordance with agreed contractual terms. Similarly, firms should not be threatening to invoke penalty or other contractual

clauses, when it should be the priority of all clients and firms to sustain the industry. Our actions at this time will be remembered. All firms should think hard about how their reputation could be damaged by not doing the right thing.”

He added: “Every business, large and small, has a critical role in the making sure that cash continues to flow throughout the industry.

However, our construction industry task force colleagues [a coalition of trade associations] have brought to our attention that there are number of businesses that have chosen to unilaterally delay payment or extend credit terms. We do not believe this is acceptable or appropriate – particularly at this time of great stress.”

Mr Mitchell’s statement on behalf of the CLC concluded: “Our common enemy is Covid-19, and we need to unite, and work collaboratively to resolve shared problems. We owe it to our sector and the country to take all steps necessary to ensure that the industry is in good health to support the recovery, when it comes. It is everyone’s responsibility to keep

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money moving in the sector and vital that all businesses play their part by maintaining payment and by managing contracts responsibly.”

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Midlands contractor celebrates appointment on £30 billion national central government framework Midlands-based contractor GF Tomlinson is celebrating its successful selection on to the new £30 billion Crown Commercial Service Construction Works and Associated Services agreement, a major national framework for the delivery of public sector construction.

The new agreement, which runs for seven years, can be accessed by all public sector bodies to procure a variety of construction projects including schools, hospitals, universities, prisons, office buildings and housing. G F Tomlinson has been selected for the North of England region, which includes the East and West Midlands, to deliver projects valued between £3 million and £10 million.

The framework will also provide sustainable opportunities for G F Tomlinson’s local supply chain partners, helping to generate social, economic and environmental benefits within the surrounding communities.

Crown Comercial Service supports the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services. In 2018/19, CCS helped the public sector to achieve commercial benefits worth £945million – supporting world-class public services that offer best value for taxpayers.

Operating within the Midlands for over 128 years and with offices in Derby and Birmingham, this is the second national, central government framework secured by the regional contractor, following its current appointment on the Department of Education’s Construction Framework, building on the company’s reputation for delivering best value outcomes for clients on quality, cost, programme and social value through collaborative public sector frameworks.

Commercial Service framework, another significant framework to add to our growing portfolio, which is testament to the quality of our staff and processes, which were thoroughly tested as part of the robust competition process.”

“National and regional public frameworks are an important part of our business. Securing a place on the North of England lot aligns perfectly with our strategic objectives to continue to be the ‘contractor of choice’ for all public sector clients within our area of operation.”

GF Tomlinson is one of only 135 firms appointed nationally to the CCS Framework.

Chris Flint, director and general manager of G F Tomlinson Building Ltd, said: “We are delighted to have been selected onto the new Crown

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Fatigue – A Topic Best Not Slept Upon Let’s face it, who doesn’t appreciate a good night’s sleep, and as we wake each day who of us wouldn’t benefit from a few extra minutes, or even hours beneath the duvet? However, in the workplace, on site or operating heavy plant, fatigue in the workplace is extremely serious, posing a real and present risk for health and safety.

The nebulous nature of fatigue makes quantifying risk extremely difficult, especially as its impact is not always obvious with its presence and manifestation being graduated according to individual needs.

However, figures [HSE 2017] suggest fatigue is said to cost the UK around £115 – £240 million per year in terms of work accidents per year.

The Federation of Piling Specialists (FPS) recognises that many within its sector often work and travel long hours. Setting aside the long hours worked, all too often the travel time is excluded from what people consider their working day and together this can lead to fatigue, which is known to impact negatively on performance and increases the likelihood of accidents.

Against this backdrop, the FPS has commissioned a technical research project into the prevalence of fatigue and more importantly into its impact on the working capabilities of individuals. The research project will be undertaken in partnership with a company called Fatigue Science that specialises in providing predictive human performance data in heavy industry, elite sports, and military.

Through projects like ours these sectors have acquired a far greater appreciation of the impact of sleep on

performance and taken action accordingly. For instance, most Premier League football clubs now have sleep pods at their training grounds and Cristiano Ronaldo employs a personal sleep coach.

Using its wristband to analyse state of fatigue, the study will aim to understand the impact of different working patterns on health, wellbeing and performance and even identifying when workers are at most risk and when they are most alert.

Once a significant volume of data has been collected, it should be possible to better understand the circumstances under which people are getting fatigued. It should also even identify individuals who are suffering from chronic fatigue and enable them and the company they work for to consider alternative working conditions and put in place measure to ensure greater recovery.

As a trade organisation, the data should help identify trends in how fatigue is affected by particular techniques or travel patterns.

For the wider construction industry, it is hoped that the results can be used to affect change as whole for the better of all workers. Poor mental health is a huge concern within the sector and studies have linked a lack of REM (rapid eye movement) sleep to increased anxiety and a loss of cognitive functioning. Fortunately, there is already an increasing awareness of how a lack of deep sleep can impact on our memories and make us more susceptible to infections. Books like Matthew Walker’s excellent best seller “Why we sleep” and comedian David Baddiel’s

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podcast series “Sleeping” will assist.

Fatigue monitoring should be as common as more traditional aspects of health and safety management.

Indeed it will form part of the next the next FPS audit. The use of wrist band technology as a tool to mitigate risk will be particularly beneficial for shift workers. These individuals can struggle to adjust their Circadian rhythms to the irregular time keeping.

These are the daily physical, mental and behavioural changes that follow a daily cycle and cause our body to release chemicals such as dopamine, adrenaline and serotonin which help us be alert or feel sleepy at the appropriate time of day.

Obviously, and without pre-empting results, which will be independent, any findings that suggest fatigue is a problem within the sector, it is hoped it will start a conversation about addressing the long hours culture that exists within the construction sector, and present motivators to change it. This in turn will help the construction sector, and the piling industry specifically, drive positive change in welfare, accommodation provision and working patterns, which would be beneficial in the FPS’s strive for conditions which aid recruitment, retention and diversity.

The study is already underway, with FPS member companies being recruited to take part, and if all goes to schedule it is hoped the results will be published late 2020. Fatigue is real, it does impact working and is a real pressure on the health, safety and wellbeing of those working in the construction sector.

Polypipe celebrates £25m Blackpool project One of England’s most iconic venues is undergoing a huge £25m rebuild with help from Polypipe Building Services.

The Grade II Listed Blackpool Winter Gardens is set to open a new conference centre this year in what is the first major development at the site since the construction of the Opera House in 1939.

This was a challenging project – with both a refurbishment of the existing building and a new-build as part of the complex – so Polypipe Building Services, the commercial building specialists, was called in to offer expertise on a drainage solution.

Contractors McLaughlin and Harvey, and CMB Fylde Engineering needed an adaptable solution that would not reduce the available space in the two-storey, 3,890 square metre conference centre.

Polypipe Building Services provided on-site support and their high performance Terrain Fuze drainage system. The HDPE system was used in the large commercial spaces such as the halls and theatre space due

to the homogenous weld giving it maximum joint integrity.

Johnathan Greenwood, Strategic Project Manager at Polypipe Building Services, said: “As well as being a very prestigious project this was also a complex one. Refurbishing a Grade II Listed building has a lot of complications to overcome.

“One of the key benefits to using Fuze at the Winter Gardens was the malleable nature of the product and the fact that it can be cut and welded into delicate positions and angles to create a bespoke system.

the second floor. It will also be possible to use the space in conjunction with the other venues throughout the Winter Gardens giving a capacity of 7,000. The venue will feature state of the art amenities necessary for hosting modern conferences and exhibitions, including the latest audio and visual technology.

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“The malleability allows for extra security against loss of useable space.

“Fuze gives specifiers and installers maximum flexibility in the design process with this system and, as it is light in weight, it can be installed quickly and efficiently.”

Funded by the Blackpool Regeneration project, the conference centre will have an exhibition space on first floor and a conference space with a seating capacity of 2,000 on

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Wolseley vows to support installers in getting back to work as lockdown restrictions ease

Specialist heating and plumbing merchant Wolseley says it will do “all it can” in supporting plumbing and heating installers get back to work as the UK’s lockdown restrictions are eased.

On 10th June, Wolseley’s trade counter doors began to reopen as the nation’s installers returned to carry out nonessential works alongside the emergency support they provided throughout the COVID-19 crisis.Wolseley has implemented a number of safety measures to protect customers and colleagues so that installers remain safe whilst visiting their local branch. These measures include hand sanitiser stations, screens at the counter, limiting the number of installers allowed at the trade counter at one time and also permanently removing the need for customers to sign on glass.

In addition to reopening trade counters, Wolseley has produced a number of helpful guides to help installers and business owners return to work as safely as possible and mitigate risks to their business. These guides cover everything from getting back to work to working safely in customers’ homes the latest guidance on managing legionella risks.

Richard Harvey, Commercial Director for Plumbing and Heating at Wolseley, said: “As lockdown restrictions are eased, we understand many customers are concerned about their safety, as well as the security of their businesses as the financial impacts of COVID-19 on our industry are realised. Whether customers have worked throughout the pandemic or whether they have only recently returned to trading, we will do all we can to support them on the road back to normality. With so many messages out there, we’ve funnelled this information to create a suite of business advice guides that combine the latest information from the government and trade bodies to make it easier in understanding the everchanging landscape and the support available to them, pointing out quickly and easily where they can find official guidance.”

All Wolseley branches will be open by 1st July. Customers can check whether their local branch has reopened by clicking here: https://www.wolseley.co.uk/branch/ All of Wolseley’s business advice guides are also available in a digital format from 1st July. Please ask your local branch for more information. Customers can manage their account, check stock availability and place future orders at www.wolseley.co.uk. Alternatively, they can contact Wolseley’s Customer Support Centre on 0344 891 0196.

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The flush sash, with added panache.

Eurocell, the UK’s leading manufacturer, distributor and recycler of PVC-U building products in the UK, is giving installers an even more stylish option to offer customers with a new, flush sash French door.

The new door design uses the stylish profile, attractive chamfered glazing rebate and patented gasket cover trim of Eurocell’s Aspect bi-fold door system, and offers a perfect complement to the seamless look of its Logik S Flush windows.

The contemporary flush finish and super slim sightlines are only part of the story, though. With no bulky, floating dummy mullion, there’s a truly uninterrupted view to be enjoyed from inside the house.

Meanwhile, the view from outside is enhanced by the use of elegant butt hinges rather than the conspicuous exterior flag hinges dictated by a rebated door. This discreet, adjustable pencil hinge design preserves the smooth exterior lines of the frame and sash in keeping with today’s design trends. Plus, it offers the option of inward or outward opening to increase design flexibility where space is limited.

The new door will be available double or triple glazed and in the full range of 7 Aspect foil colours. Eurocell have confirmed an Anthracite Grey throughcolour profile will also be offered as standard. A highly popular colour trend at the moment, especially in RMI

projects, through-grey means none of the white PVC core is visible, even along the edges of the door frame.

The result is a door with all the looks and style of an aluminium design, without the premium price. Another new addition is Eurocell’s door restrictor, which can be used with the latest French door and with Aspect bi-fold access doors. This allows the door to be left open in any position up to 90°, preventing it blowing open and damaging the hardware, or blowing shut and trapping fingers.

Like all Eurocell products, the latest French door is designed for simple, fast and accurate fabrication. In fact, fabricators who already make the Aspect profile system will be able to start right away with only a couple of additional items needing to be bought. It can even be used to fabricate single entrance doors too.

Following indicative testing to BS6375 and PAS24, the Aspect Flush French door is fully compliant with Part Q requirements for security, and in line with Eurocell’s commitment to sustainability that sees it recycle and re-use more PVC-U than any other manufacturer, it is made of at least 50% post-consumer material – Made & Recycled in the UK. Despite the growth in bi-fold door installations in recent years, the French door remains the most popular choice of ‘lifestyle door’ among homeowners, with over 200,000 expected to be fitted this

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year alone. By introducing this new take on a design that has changed little in the last 30 years, Eurocell are hoping to galvanise sales still further and give their installer base another great product to take to their customers.

Ian Kernaghan, Eurocell Head of Product Design and Development, said the flush French door was one more example of Eurocell’s commitment to helping installers capitalise on emerging trends in the market: “The new door design meets a need among homeowners for a flatter frames and less of the detailing that comes with more traditional profiles. It can also be installed with two threshold options – our standard frame, or a lower aluminium version for compliance with Part M regulations on building access.

“And of course, it offers complete peace of mind in the usual 10 year guarantee and 5 year hardware guarantee we provide with all our products.”

Find out more at Eurocell.co.uk/aspectflush

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UK Bathrooms announces partnership with manufacturer Ideal Standards UK Bathrooms, the UK’s leading online store for premium bathroom products, has announced its online partnership with renowned bathroom brand Ideal Standard. Having been a huge name in bathrooms for over 100 years Ideal Standard has a history of manufacturing excellence, is a brand which is trusted throughout the world and ensures the highest standards in quality, form and functionality. Design is at the heart of everything they do and attracts the talents of some of the world’s best designers.

“We are delighted to announce our online partnership with Ideal Standard and look forward to a long and rewarding relationship” said Graeme Borchard, Managing Director at UK Bathrooms.

Graeme continues “From initial design and raw materials, to testing and aftercare, Ideal Standard have built an enviable reputation, often setting standards and always seeking new levels of efficiency, convenience and hygiene.”

Some great examples of the Ideal Standard collections are already available from UK Bathrooms these include Concept Air, Tesi and Tempo.

Concept Air designed by the award-winning Studio Levien is a sleek, minimalist collection from Ideal Standard and features an elegant free-standing bath, space-enhancing furniture and ceramic and AquaBlade technology for a cleaner, quieter and water-efficient flush. Radiating simplicity and purity, the concept collection combines beauty and performance with flexibility and affordability.

Also designed by Robert Levien, Tesi is a versatile and timeless collection and features a wide range of matching basins, toilets, taps, furniture, shower and bath. Tesi will transform any bathroom into a relaxing space, stylish shapes and cutting-edge technology make this collection the perfect choice for a modern bathroom. The Ideal Standard Tempo collection will make a sleek, contemporary addition to any home. Complete bathroom suites are available, designed and made with busy, family households in mind the collection offers a range of matching baths, taps, furniture and accessories for a coordinated look. For more info head over to ukbathrooms.com or idealstandard.co.uk

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VitrA launches the Voyage collection by award-winning designer Arik Levy Leading bathroom brand VitrA introduces the Voyage collection, a collaboration with the award-winning multi-disciplinary artist and designer Arik Levy.

Inspired by his time living and working in Japan, Arik Levy worked closely with VitrA’s in-house design team to create a bathroom collection that allows both mind and body to relax. He comments: “Taking time for ourselves in the bathroom each day can be extremely purifying. Our daily habits are deeprooted, but I hope that the Voyage collection will help us to indulge ourselves and make time to enjoy our daily rituals”.

With more than 130 products available in the range, Voyage is one of VitrA’s most extensive collections to date, offering endless possibilities for customisation. The vast number of furniture and sanitaryware pieces can be individually tailored using the extensive range of colour, material and size options, and by taking advantage of the variety of horizonal and vertical units and wall panels to create the ideal layout to suit any bathroom space or style.

The collection is entirely wall-hung,

making it exceptionally versatile and ideal for small or awkward spaces.

Both open and closed storage options are available – from hooks and open shelving, through to mirrored wallboxes and a variety of storage units – and each piece can be positioned anywhere in the room to suit individual needs. Coordinating accessories including a heated towel rail and a toilet roll and brush holder is also available to complete the look.

as Ross Lovegrove, Sebastian Conran, Terri Pecora, and most recently, Claudio Bellini, each of whom has worked closely with VitrA’s in-house team to create bathrooms that reflect their own vision and aesthetic style.

Levent Giray, Managing Director of VitrA UK, comments: “The Voyage collection highlights the importance of taking time to practice self-care on a daily basis and we are delighted to see it in production. Arik Levy worked Voyage bathroom furniture is available closely with our in-house design team in five different dual colour finishes, to ensure that his vision was expertly including flamed grey and natural oak, manufactured and engineered to planked sand and stone grey, and be as versatile as possible, ensuring flamed grey and forest green. maximum convenience and choice for our customers.”

Cast from hygienic and easy-toclean ceramic, the Voyage collection includes a range of countertop and wall-hung washbasin units which offer a convenient combination of wet, dry and semi-wet areas, blurring the lines between a traditional bowl and a vanity unit.

This collaboration is the latest in VitrA’s long-standing programme of working with world-renowned designers to create distinctive and modern bathroom collections. Arik Levy joins a group of designers such

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Entries now open for Surface Design Awards 2021 Entries are now open for the prestigious Surface Design Awards which celebrate the most impressive and sustainable use of materials in, and on, architectural projects from around the globe.

The last edition had 107 entries spanning 13 different countries including India, Australia, China and the USA with the 2020 Supreme Winner being awarded to the Krushi Bhawan building in Bhubaneswar, India by Studio Lotus.Other winners included Sterling Prize winner Goldsmith Street by Mikhail Riches with Cathy Hawley; Nobu Hotel in London by Ben Adams Architects; CF Toronto Eaton Centre Bridge

by WilkinsonEyre and Zeidler Architecture and University of Sheffield Concourse by Arup Lighting.

The 2021 Awards include a new

category of Workspaces as well as previous categories; Commercial Building (Interior and Exterior), Light & Surface (Interior and Exterior), Affordable Housing, Public Building (Interior and Exterior), Temporary Structure and Public Realm. For the first time, sustainability will be a criteria for every entry and applicants must produce a statement and calculation for the carbon footprint of the cladding/materials used.

The 2020 judging panel of industry experts is Co-Chaired by Steve Webb of Webb Yates Engineers and Basha-Franklin’s Creative Director, Nicola Osborn. The remaining judges are Sarah Castle from IF_DO; Joseph Henry of GLA’s Regeneration Team, Architecture Initiative’s Lee Mainwaring, Nic Fallows of BNF Capital; Simona Auteri and Sofia Steffenoni from Matter of Stuff and

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Kresse Wesling MBE from Elvis + Kresse. After entries close, the Judges will work in two teams selecting a shortlist and winner for each of the categories. They then join forces to pick the Supreme Winner, the best of the best.

The Awards Presentation ceremony will be on Thursday 11 February 2021 as part of the annual Surface Design Show, the industry’s leading event for architects and designers taking place in London’s Business Design Centre from 9-11 February.

Projects can be submitted by the client, architect or designer, surface supplier or their representatives.

Entries will be accepted through www.surfacedesignshow.com/surfacedesign-awards until Friday 25 September 2020.

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Protecting your van and its contents from thieves The UK construction industry have been advised to start returning to work, so the locked-up vans and tools will finally be getting some use.

find a well-lit public area. Anywhere visible and monitorable is best for your vehicle.

On top of the rise in commercial vehicle thefts, the contents of vans are often also targeted. Analysis by the ECIC shows tool theft from vans has jumped 55% in the last year.

Vehicle thieves rarely act by chance and typically have the skills to start the engine and make a getaway in seconds.

Parking somewhere remote and unlit Over 32,000 vans have been allows opportunist thieves to break-in reported stolen in the UK since 2015 – undetected. with the latest figures showing a 45% increase in thefts on 4 years ago.

Extra security

To help keep your vehicle and its contents safe, Moneybarn has put together a handy guide on how to deter thieves and protect your valuables during lockdown.

The basics While it may sound obvious, basics like leaving van windows open could be the difference between keeping your tools safe and kissing goodbye to your money.

Make sure you understand what your insurance policy covers you against.

For example, most plans don’t pay out for theft if your doors weren’t locked – so, if you know this applies to you, make an extra effort to check your van’s locked whenever you leave it unattended.

For extra protection, get a steering wheel lock. By simply clicking the device onto your van’s steering wheel overnight, you could stop carjackers driving away with your vehicle.

Installing an immobiliser is also recommended and is estimated to cut vehicle thefts by 40%. The device prevents thieves from taking off with your van as they stop the engine running unless a corresponding fob or token is present.

Plus, installing a GPS device means you can keep track of your vehicle’s whereabouts if the worst happens.

Costly replacements

Park wisely

One of the most valuable parts of a van is its catalytic converter – worth as much as £4,000 per ounce for the right material. And van thieves tend to know exactly which models to target.

When it comes to keeping your van safe, your parking space can make all the difference. Ideally park in a garage, however, if that’s not possible,

The number of catalytic converter thefts in certain areas has almost doubled since 2018. And vans are a prime target thanks to their higher

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ground distance, making it easier for criminals to crawl underneath.

Catalytic converters are expensive to replace, costing over £260 on average. So, it’s worth investing in a catalytic converter alarm. This detects if the catalytic converter is being tampered with, scaring off potential criminals.

Blackout Like home burglars, van thieves will likely have scoped out your vehicle for valuables before attempting to break in.

So, where possible, remove all tools and valuables from your vehicle.

However, if you simply have too much to transport or need to leave your van parked for a long stay, tinted windows will block the view into your van. Van safes and storage boxes also add an extra layer of protection to your valuables.

Leave your mark Although no one wants their vehicle stolen, losing a trade van is a double whammy – affecting your personal life and your business too.

One way of deterring tool thieves is marking your tools, making them easier to trace if they try to sell them on. Engraving is one option, giving your items permanent personalisation.

Alternatively, SmartWater is recommended as not only a deterrent but also as a way of tracing thieves who’ve made off with your belongings.

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World’s first electric digger announced as one of three finalists for most prestigious UK engineering award The winning team will receive the signature MacRobert Award gold medal and a £50,000 cash prize, joining the pioneers behind innovations such as the Harrier Jump Jet, the Raspberry Pi micro-computer and the CT scanner.

The world’s first volume-produced electric digger, developed by JCB, a world leader in the manufacture of construction and agricultural equipment, has been named as one of three companies shortlisted for the 2020 MacRobert Award. Founded in 1969, the MacRobert Award is overseen by the Royal Academy of Engineering and is the UK’s longest running engineering prize. It endorses engineering achievements that demonstrate outstanding innovation, tangible societal benefit and proven commercial success.

The JCB 19C-1E digger, developed by Staffordshire-based JCB, produces no exhaust emissions and is much quieter than existing construction machines. As the only volumemanufactured battery-powered machine of its kind on the market, the hundreds of models sold around the world so far are already responsible for saving the equivalent of 15,100kg in CO2 emissions across 5,616 hours of work.

The MacRobert Award judges were impressed with the way JCB brought a range of engineering disciplines together in developing the machine.

They also identified the optimised battery life and ability to operate indoors as important innovations.

The judges felt that in developing the 19C-1E, JCB has demonstrated the utility of electric machines in a

construction setting and the potential for future sustainable innovation in the sector.

The JCB 19C-1E has been selected as a finalist for the MacRobert Award alongside the all-electric I-PACE sports utility vehicle from Jaguar Land Rover and ecoSMRT® liquid natural gas reliquification technology from Babcock’s LGE business.

All three finalists demonstrate the sheer ingenuity of engineers in developing significant engineering innovations that support the Academy’s drive to build a sustainable society, enabling faster decarbonisation and more sustainable use of resources.

The winner will be announced in July, with the winning team set to receive the signature MacRobert Award gold medal and a £50,000 cash prize.

Now in its 51st year, MacRobert Award-winning innovations have changed the world, delivering enormous economic and societal benefit and contributing to the UK’s standing as the world’s eighth largest manufacturing economy.

Tim Burnhope FREng, Chief Innovation & Growth Officer at JCB, said: “To be nominated for the UK’s most prestigious engineering award is a tremendous honour for the JCB electric team, who have excelled and risen to the challenge of introducing a brand new technology to our business.”

MacRobert Award winners are chosen by an expert panel of Royal Academy

Fellows, who have vast experience across engineering industry and academia. The JCB finalist team includes: Tim Burnhope, Chief Innovation Officer, Bob Womersley, Director of Advanced Engineering, Lee Harper, Chief Engineer – Electrified Machines, Lee Milward, Design Manager, Corey Smith, Test and Development Manager, MacRobert Award judge Naomi Climer CBE FREng, said: “The team at JCB has put sustainable engineering on the construction map with the 19C-1E. Their electric digger is hugely impressive and it’s an extremely important engineering innovation. JCB has demonstrated to the construction sector that it is possible to develop powerful machinery that is also emission free at the point of use. We expect their example will spur further innovation in the industry.”

Professor Sir Richard Friend FREng FRS, Chair of the Royal Academy of Engineering MacRobert Award judging panel, said: ”This year’s finalists raise the bar when it comes to understanding the part UK engineering has to play in shaping a more sustainable future.

UK engineers are influential agents of change, and our shortlist represents the transformative impact that such innovations are having on a global scale. ”It is testament to the strength and experience of our UK engineering community – a sector that contributes 25% to the UK’s economy – that Babcock LGE, Jaguar Land Rover and JCB have established world firsts in their respective fields.“

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Waterproofing solution for green roofs on extensive new-build housing project When approached to work on a large residential new-build housing project in Walthamstow, leading waterproofing and roofing expert, Langley Waterproofing Systems Ltd was on-hand to provide the ideal solution with Approved Contractor, T & T Roofing Limited.

Walthamstow continues to be the centre of a large-scale modernisation and renewal strategy. Taylor Wimpey is one, of several developers, working to turn the former industrial area of Blackhorse Lane into a vibrant community that will attract a new generation of residents and businesses.

As a part of the ambitious regeneration, Taylor Wimpey’s Eclipse development on Blackhorse Lane will deliver 499 one, two and three bedroom apartments across three phases. Each block features innovative green roof spaces over both affordable and private properties.

Building pressure for national housebuilders to meet the targeted number of new build homes continues to increase year on year. Latest information included within a Commons Library Briefing (March 2020), now estimates the number of new homes needed in England is up to 345,000 per year. In 2018/19 the total housing stock in

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England increased by approximately 241,000 homes, and although this is 9% higher than the previous year, it is still lower than estimated requirement.

On phase three of the development, Taylor Wimpey needed a supplier and trusted roofing contractor team that could reliably respond to the demand of delivering system installations swiftly. This project contributed towards achieving the defined number of new homes needed for the local area. To this end, it was important that the roofing system specified could reliably be installed swiftly to help meet this requirement. Speaking on the decision to choose Langley’s roofing system solution, Ryan Gow, Externals Site Manager at Taylor Wimpey, commented: “The huge scale of the Blackhorse Lane development presented several challenges that we needed to overcome. For the roofing, we needed speed of installation without compromising quality and durability. We were impressed with Langley’s HM-40 Paratech HotMelt Roofing System performance. As this was the third phase of the development space was a critical factor, it was therefore important that deliveries were closely managed to avoid delays to the build schedule. Langley ensured that this was always the case, so that delays never occurred.”

Langley’s innovative HM-40 Paratech Hot-Melt Roofing system offers a number of features and characteristics that made it the ideal choice. Unlike other hot melt solutions, which tend to use fleeces, the Paratech system incorporates a reinforcement mesh allowing the system to be rolled out and thus making installation quicker.

Speaking on the installation process, Thomas Peebles, Managing Director at T & T Roofing Limited, a Langley Approved Contractor, commented: “The features of the HM-40 system provide a seamless, issue-free, roof installation, with minimal disruption and speedy install times. Langley’s technical team is always on-hand to provide assistance when necessary, working collaboratively to guarantee a consistent and high-quality installation.”

The HM-40 Hot Melt Roofing system has been specially designed for new-build projects, particularly where a fast install and fully bonded system is required, meaning further trades can access the area. As such, the solution is primarily used for concrete substrates, but can also be used on plywood and for a warm or cold roof configuration. As well as offering quick installation, the solution can be used for weatherproofing for green roofs, terraces and podium decks.

Additionally, when installed by an approved contractor, the HM-40 system provides up 40-years durability. To this end, the system also meets NHBC Technical Standards Chapter 7.1 for roofs and balconies and its performance has been certified by the British Board of Agrément (BBA).

Speaking on the specification of the HM-40 Hot Melt Roofing system, Chetin Ali, Area Manager at Langley commented: “The solution used at Blackhorse Lane perfectly encapsulates what sets us apart. As with all our projects, we provided the project team with a full holistic package, which includes technical and design advice, specifications, site monitoring, reporting and warranty inspections. The monolithic, elastomeric waterproofing system is long-lasting and has incredible tensile strength. Its rapid drying solution means it can be quickly accessed by following trades on-site. It also enables rapid installation, which was a big benefit on this project.”

Ryan Gow concluded: “We were thoroughly pleased with the waterproofing solution and how efficiently it could be installed. The 40-year warranty that is included to cover both the materials and workmanship, provides us and the new homeowners at the development with peace of mind and the quality of construction we pride ourselves on.”

The majority of the development is now complete, with the final homes due for completion in 2020, and a new community is developing as more residents move in. T & T Roofing Limited was awarded Langley Contractor of the Month in March 2019, for its extremely high standard of work on the project. For more information on Langley’s flat roofing solutions for new build developments, register and download their Flat Roofing System Guide www.langley. co.uk/technical-downloads.

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Get the coverage you need with the new JSP Helmet Mounted Cough Guard With Construction companies back to work and social distancing measures in place, JSP have developed the new Helmet Mounted Cough Guard, an easy to fit screen which provides an extra layer of secondary protection against droplets and aerosols. It will reduce the likelihood of any exhaled airborne droplets directly contacting the wearer’s face and discourage the wearer from touching their eyes and face.

It is the only verified cough guard designed to fit both micro peak and standard peak helmet variants of the JSP Evolution® range of Safety Helmets. It is the ideal system to aid social distancing on site and will help protect the wearer, if an unavoidable two-person task is required in a restricted area.

The JSP Cough Guard fits easily to the EVOLite®, EVO®2, EVO®3, EVO®4, EVO®5 and leaves the helmet accessory slots free for users to fit the JSP Sonis® range of helmet-mounted ear defenders. It is also compatible with the JSP range of respiratory products.

Please note this product is not PPE as defined by the EU PPE Regulation 2016/425 and does not meet the requirements of EN166 (including splash protection or impact protection) and must be worn with primary safety eyewear or goggles. Please do not hesitate to contact JSP if you have any technical queries or would like any advice on Respiratory Protection for sites.

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CT1 – The UK’s Number 1 Sealant and Adhesive Introducing TRIBRID® Technology, the latest technology for the construction and building industry.

Often new technology in the construction world centres around new technology in software and robotics. Developments such as building information modelling, project management software, drones, robotics, artificial intelligence, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR) & Mixed Reality (MR) and BIM mobile apps.

However, not the everyday products that builders and construction workers use, and consumables that architects rely on to make their 3D graphic vision adhesives. CT1 replaces mastic, wood and P.U. adhesives, silicone, sanitary, acrylic and butyl rubber sealants in just one product. This saves money and of a new build or extension come to also means you are environmentally compliant, saving wastage on several life. empty tubes as you now only have 1.

CT1 who broke the mould with their revolutionary hybrid formula over 18 years ago, completely changed the market for sealants and adhesives.

The Snag List Eliminator is CT1’s infamous strap line, and it is now the product that all diligent and professional tradespeople use.

This tube of sealant replaces several products in one, far outperforming all other conventional sealants and

CT1 which proudly boasts over 25 accreditations, is the most eco friendly sealant there is available. CT1 is also the only sealant globally to achieve a NAAF accreditation. The Norwegian Asthma and Allergy Association have awarded CT1 this prestigious label. While testing CT1 with its unique formula and the fact it is completely solvent free, they found that if used in the home, CT1 can reduce the risk of asthma and allergy attacks. This is a huge advantage for new builds, healthcare facilities and repairs for local council and architects alike.

But CT1’s Research and Development Department seems to never sleep, always introducing the latest technology into the building industry, as seen

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in recent years with Peel Tec and BT1. They realised quite soon that the old hybrid formulations had dated technology, and a term they coined for Hybrid seen the rest of the industry follow suit.

CT1 have always and will continue to introduce ground-breaking, never seen before technology in the world of sealants. TRIBRIDÂŽ. CT1 has now enhanced their formulation to even outperform itself! Now up to THREE times stronger, it is even more flexible with 350% elongation. Colour retention is now much longer and will outperform any old hybrid formulations.

TRIBRIDÂŽ technology can also fight off bacteria and fungus for years to come and will bond successfully to all building materials, where Hybrids can fail on certain substrates. Tests also show CT1 can now bond polypropylene where before the bond was not strong.

Due to its diversity and guarantees from numerous tests and accreditations, CT1 has been the only sealant that could carry out many iconic projects, even of late. For example, the Wave in Bristol, the only man-made wave machine for professional surfers. Also, the train for the Commonwealth Games was at a halt as all other specified sealants had failed. CT1 was the only one that would work. Please go to www.ct1.com to see an array of case studies.

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