Issue 426 / August 2015

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Issue 426 • August 2015

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Inside this issue

Omega

Laboratory News

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Bellingham + Stanley

100 Years of Excellence See them on pages................. 3

Francis Flower

Commitment to Excellence See them on pages................. 5

Solutions UK are extremely pleased to announce that the robotics & automation specialist CKF Robotics has been selected as a recommended brand in its particular field for both its Commitment to Excellence and its ability to perform consistently well. We are therefore delighted to feature this exceptional company and commend its team for maintaining such great prominence and purpose across the many industry sectors they serve.

CKF is renowned for providing quality turnkey solutions for robotic automation, industrial automation, palletising and conveyor systems.

Years of operation in this niche business has enabled the company to refine its capability to effectively facilitate those working in the food, cosmetic & pharmaceutical and automotive industries (to name just a few associated markets). It has been known to resolve several complicated automation issues for many well-known brands with an unparalleled ease and efficiency.

Ever since its formation in 1988, CKF has been successfully tending to the requirements of various organisations, from small to medium-sized firms to larger, more established names. Regardless of client size and system application, the result remains the same: the provision of a first-rate turnkey solution which will address the problem in question and will provide complete reassurance for the client.

One of the many reasons CKF stands out is its penchant for delivering individuallymodified solutions in a bid to achieve complete customer satisfaction. This bespoke approach contributes to the company’s great success in the marketplace; many of the world’s leading manufacturers have benefitted greatly by utilising these modified services. Some of the main advantages include increased competency and output and a significant reduction in costs as well as a noticeable rise in profit through enhanced innovation and technology. The advanced

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requiring a specialist in the faction. Wideranging expertise and experience coupled with a team of dedicated staff members and a state-of-the-art 3D design capability makes CKF a real contender on a national scale.

robotic automation and conveyor systems palletise and process an extensive array of products across multiple sectors, making CKF a prominent name popular with many.

CKF are a superior brand because it can provide a fully comprehensive service; from the initial concept right through to the final delivery, customers can remain confident in the knowledge that they will receive results on-time and within their budget. Its proficiency to guarantee practical, robust and dependable solutions in the form of cost-effective automation systems has stapled it as the number one choice for those

The business, which is based in Gloucester, has been duly (and repeatedly) applauded for its continued innovation, enthusiasm and professionalism. Its services and systems have been appreciated by many leading names, having received notable praise from many highly recognised brands such as Weetabix, Cadbury, KP Foods and Muller (to reference just a few).

For more information on these contemporary and functional solutions and systems, get in touch with CKF Robotics today. The team of highly qualified and experienced professionals will be more than happy to help you with all of your associated queries.

Contact T +44 (0)1452 728753 info@ckf.co.uk www.ckf.co.uk

Turnkey Solutions for Robotic Automation, Palletising and Conveyor Systems

CKF provides turnkey industrial automation solutions, robotic automation, conveyor systems and palletising systems for the food, pharmaceutical and automotive industries.

CKF Systems have been supplying the full turnkey palletising systems for the past ten years and installed over 50 robotic arms during this period, making CKF the leading UK integrator of robotic palletising solutions with a depth of in-house experience for the mechanical design, electrical design, tool design, computer simulation, manufacture, panel build, PLC and robotic software and technicians for assembly and installation.

For more information, please contact: +44 (0)1452 728753, email: info@ckf.co.uk or visit: www.ckf.co.uk

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Laboratory News

Handheld OMEGA® Bluetooth® Wireless Temperature, Humidity and pH Transmitters Turn your Smart Phone or Tablet into a Data Logging and Monitoring Device Backup Data Logging in Transmitter Assures Data Integrity Designed and manufactured exclusively by OMEGA, the new Handheld OMEGA® Bluetooth® wireless transmitters can turn your smart phone or tablet into a data logging and monitoring device.

These transmitters measure different sensor inputs such as thermocouple, RTD, relative humidity and pH, and transmit the data via Bluetooth wireless technology to your smart phone or tablet. A free app is available for Android and iOS devices that are configurable in 9 different languages.

The OMEGA UWBT app allows you to pair with and set-up multiple transmitters and views their data in either digital, gauge

assure data integrity, data can also be logged locally on the UWBT transmitter itself from 10 samples per second to 1 sample per minute, and then downloaded to your smart device. Data files can be sent from your smart device to an email address or to the Cloud.

The device can be ideally used for remote measurements of temperature, humidity or pH in industrial, field and laboratory environments. or graph format. Real-time data can be logged on your smart phone or tablet from 1 sample per second to 1 sample per minute. To

To learn more about any of our products, please visit our website via the link below: www.omega.co.uk/pptst/ UWBT

OMEGA announces new PLATINUM™ Series of PID controllers The most powerful PID controller on the market is now also the easiest to use!

Designed and Manufactured by Omega, the PLATINUM™ series of microprocessor-based PID controllers offer unparalleled flexibility in process measurement. This extremely powerful and versatile CE, UL and CUL compliant product is also easy and intuitive to use. It features bright 3-colour (red, green, and amber) 9 segment LED display, high accuracy inputs and outputs, full auto-tune PID with fuzzy Logic Adaptive Control, up to 99 chainable Ramp Soak programs with 16 Ramps and Soaks including Ramp/Soak Events, and built-in excitation firmware selectable at 5V, 10V, 12V, and 24V. The series also has universal inputs for thermocouples, RTDs, thermistors, bidirectional and process voltage and process current.

It comes with 2 or 3 programmable control/ alarm/retransmission outputs: choice of DC

pulse, solid state relays, mechanical relays, analog voltage and current. All units come standard with USB communications; Ethernet and serial communications are offered as options. This product is ideal for laboratory, factory automation and chemical industries.

T 0800 488488 sales@omega.co.uk www.omega.co.uk

New Omega High Accuracy Industrial Wet/Wet Differential Pressure Transducer The PX509HL Series industrial differential pressure transducers are rugged shock and vibration rated with high accuracy and are specifically designed to provide long life in demanding industrial areas (ruggedized containment pressures up to 10,000psi).

The compensated overload range minimizes errors induced by large line pressures. Features include welded stainless steel construction, user accessible potentiometers for zero and span and demountable electrical terminations or a fixed conduit fitting without trim pots.

PX509’s ordered with the ½ NPT conduit fitting (PX509C) do not have a demountable termination and side accessible trim pots are optional.

Modular construction allows for fast delivery of most configurations, and customized models can be developed quickly to suit your exact needs.

Contact T 0800 488488 sales@omega.co.uk www.omega.co.uk

New Omega USBH output pressure transducer PX51_PXM51 Omega’s exclusive high speed USBH output pressure transducer is a rugged, high accuracy low-cost transducer with an all stainless steel construction making it suitable for the harshest environments. It is available in gage, sealed gage & absolute pressure models.

The PX51 high speed USBH Series connects directly to your computer.

Free downloadable PC software takes the data from the transducer directly to the digital domain, turning your laptop or Windows® tablet (with USB connection) into a virtual meter, chart recorder or data logger. Also included are .NET APIs & a command set for command-line access. A 2m (6’) USB cable is standard.

Since its inception in 1962, OMEGA has grown from manufacturing a single product line of thermocouples to an established global leader in

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the technical marketplace, offering more than 100,000 state-of-theart products for measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity and automation.

OMEGA also provides customers with a complete line of data acquisition, electric heating and custom engineered products.

For more information please contact us on: Freephone Sales: 0800 488 488 (UK only) International: +44 (0)161 777 6611 www.omega.co.uk

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100 Years of Excellence

Centenary celebrations for leading scientific instrument manufacturer Bellingham + Stanley commonly used within so many applications; from fruit growers, jam makers, automotive and aircraft-engineers to plumbers installing solar heat source collectors.

When Leonard Bellingham and Frank Stanley formalised their partnership on the 8th May 1915 by registering at Companies House, little did they know that their legacy would be an internationally recognised brand operating as part of a $3billion dollar business quoted on the New York stock exchange; truly representing the Best of Britain!

Almost as soon as they started operations from their London basement site at No. 71 Hornsey Rise; they outgrew the space and moved to a larger facility at Markfield Road that became the home of Bellingham + Stanley up until 1976, when they moved to a purpose built manufacturing site in Tunbridge Wells from where the company still operates.

Since first supplying the sugar industry with refractometers and polarimeters for the purpose of payment and process control, Bellingham + Stanley quickly moved to other markets including the lucrative food & beverage industry, where to this day, their refractometers control the Brix, or concentration of liquid products made by many of the world's most well-known brands.

There have been many other milestones over the past 100 years. It is believed that when Bellingham + Stanley produced the Pocket refractometer in the 1930s, they were the first to take measurement to the field and still their hand held refractometers are

In 1946, Bellingham + Stanley exhibited at British Industries Fair at Olympia in London and even the then Queen, or Queen Mother as we are more likely know her, and Princess Margaret took an interest at the show and then, following the rapid growth in technological advancement in the 1960s, Bellingham + Stanley quickly saw the need to digitise their instruments so that they could be used by unskilled operators within a factory environment. So when Bellingham + Stanley introduced the world’s first commercially successful automatic refractometer in 1980, customers like Pepsi, Britvic, Heinz and Nestle picked up the advantage offered by the new RFM80 Series refractometers and purchased them for use throughout their global operations. Today, like many others, they remain as loyal customers of its successor, the RFM340 refractometer, seen by many as the world’s first choice refractometer for food, beverage, pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

not only prided itself on supplying high quality products, including a full range of UKAS Certified Reference Materials manufactured in accordance with ISO 17025, they also operate ethically and in a sustainable manner. Complimenting ISO 9001:2008 quality management accreditation and recently awarded Safecontractor certification, Bellingham + Stanley has recently undergone the final assessment processes of ISO 14001 (Environmental)

and ISO 18001 (Health & Safety) and has been recommended for accreditation, which the company hopes to receive at their Centenary celebrations being held at Penshurst Place & Gardens this coming June.

You can join in the celebrations and see further archive materials by visiting our Centenary Facebook page via: bellinghamandstanley.com, +44 (0)1892 500400, sales.bs.uk@xyleminc.com

Bellingham + Stanley has

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Commitment to Excellence

Safe Measurement, Indication and Control of Rotational Speed The manufacturer, which is based in Leeds, specialises in the production, provision and repair of mechanical and electrical instruments for the measurement of rotational movement.

Its all-ranging selection of quality products includes handheld tachometers, portable & fixed stroboscopes, speed sensors and mechanical & electrical tachometers which are all manufactured across two sites in the UK and Germany.

One of RHEINTACHO’s most notable products is the Hand-tachometer, a special Rotaro adapter which measures welding wire speed and length.

This specialist piece of equipment is an ideal tool for both the preparation and documentation of welding procedure specifications (WPS) and welding

“What makes us stand out from competitors is our high level of quality, our flexibility and speed in connection with delivery reliability and spare parts or repairs,” commented Paul Hargraves, Director of RHEINTACHO UK. “In addition, our parent company is also a specialist supplier of sensor technology as a complement technology to our ever expanding range of mechanical and electrical products.”

procedure approvals (WPQR). The ATEX approved Mechanical Hand-Tachometer aids measurement in potentially explosive areas; its distinct design ensures the RPM and surface speed on many applications can be accurately monitored.

RHEINTACHO Messtechnik GmbH recently launched its new qbLED portable stroboscope range. Despite being introduced just last year, these high-performance stroboscopes are already in use by several customers and have been methodically tested in practical test scenarios.

RHEINTACHO UK has had a full roster of events planned for this year; see below for exhibition dates and locations.

March 9th – March 11th: SinoLabel 2015, China (via Super Tooling Ltd.)

Solutions UK is proud to feature RHEINTACHO UK Ltd for achieving its highly-regarded Commitment to Excellence profile.

The longstanding company was founded back in 1919 when it was initially named Foundrometers Ltd. It was in 1980 when it successfully took over the instrument division of Harding of Leeds and subsequently built itself a reputable status as an industry leader recognised worldwide. The business has now been a subsidiary of the German company RHEINTACHO Messtechnik GmbH for over a decade.

Over six decades in the design and manufacture of machinery and accessories for tool, die and mould making has secured Diprofil as a real frontrunner in the marketplace.

Its meticulously made equipment is the result of years of concentrated studies of first-rate mechanical handwork and finishing operations, which has subsequently resulted in the completion of a superior and award-winning portfolio of products, all of which are available in most countries courtesy of its international network of esteemed distributors.

The far-reaching product range includes various reciprocating machines for polishing and finishing applications in the form of handheld machines and accessories (such as Di-PRO and Classic reciprocating machines, transverse machines and rotary handpieces).

It also extends to the provision of electroplated diamond & CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) tools with galvanic bonding (suitable in applications such as grinding, filing and deburring) and other tools for polishing and finishing applications in the mould making industry. Diamond files, diamond rotary tools and jewellery tools in all kinds of shapes and grit sizes can also be manufactured according to individual specifications. Most products are still manufactured in-house at the company’s own workshop in Sweden, unlike many manufacturers who generally move their production to low-cost countries.

Diprofil’s Classic Machine is highly popular and well utilised, but an increased focus on vibration-related

Germany

March 24th – March 27th: Auspack Australia, Melbourne (via S.I. Instruments)

April 13th – April 17th: Hannover Messe HMI/ MDA, Germany

April 16th – April 18th: Maintenance, Turkey (via DMT MAKINA Ltd. Sti.)

September 29th – October 2nd: Labelexpo Europe, Belgium (via Spring Coating Systems)

October 27th – October 30th: PTC Asia in

Paul highlighted that the company is also known for holding innovation and efficiency in high regard: “We are always actively striving for progression,” he explained. “We continually look into improving our product line in order to achieve greater interest and success.”

Machines and Tools for Tool and Mould Makers Solutions UK is incredibly pleased to award its Commitment to Excellence profile to Diamantprodukter/Diprofil.

March 10th – March 12th: ICE Europe,

Being placed centrally in the measurement sector, RHEINTACHO’s main customers are suppliers and OEMs located in the UK and abroad. Its refined testing competencies are also utilised by organisations in the printing, shipbuilding and production machinery sectors. The company’s penchant for achieving absolute customer satisfaction is demonstrated through the nature of its spares and repairs services, which can be utilised by anyone – even their competitors!

injuries meant the development of another system was a logical step forwards for the business. The subsequent Di-PRO® Polishing/Filing Machine encompasses low levels of vibration which lessens the risk of sustaining any harm whilst operating; meaning high quality performance capability is maintained whilst user well-being is prioritised.

“What sets us apart from our competitors is the superior quality of products, our unrivalled customer service and an outstanding aftercare service,” commented Sales and Marketing Manager, Mikael Skoglund. “Our company ethic at Diprofil is incredibly customer focussed. Our dedicated team of experienced professionals pride themselves on their obligation to establishing long-term working relationships with their clients and their dedication to achieving complete consumer satisfaction.

“In terms of future plans, we have some new products in the pipeline. Our aim is to continue to expand our network of distributors in both the tool and mould making and the jewellery industry respectively.”

Diprofil’s penchant for further progression and its ability to effectively adjust its services to the ever-changing needs of the industry has enabled the brand to secure itself as a highly valuable asset to the precision engineering and tooling sectors.

Contact T 0046 854650960 info@diprofil.se www.diprofil.com

China (with Super Tooling Ltd.) Contact T +44 (0)113 287 4411 sales@rheintacho.co.uk www.rheintacho.com

Your partner for sample preparation equipment & laboratory automation Solutions UK is extremely proud to present its Commitment to Excellence profile to Datech Scientific Ltd. The British company was established in 1989 and has since developed rapidly to become a well-established supplier of the finest and most reliable sample preparation equipment possible for the preparation of X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), and Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES). Through strong associations with partner organisations (Herzog Maschinenfabrik, Nucomat, and Adam Equipment), Datech Scientific also has the capability to provide induced coupled plasma analyses.

Its comprehensive range of products and services offers customers the most suitable lab solution for their particular requirements. Its competencies include milling, grinding, crushing, cutting & punching, sample splitting, fusion, weighing & dosing, pulverising and auto-potting, and it also specialises in the handling of pelletising presses, samplers, air tube systems and automated laboratory solutions.

Depending on the individual application, clients can reap the benefits of highly efficient and functional analytical balances & scales, benchtop models, stand-alone machines and fully automated laboratories and control systems.

“Datech Scientific is a flexible UK company which offers its customers a wide range of products, best suited to their requirements,” commented Director Linda Matthews. “We offer a reliable, long standing product brand along with excellent customer service and support, setting us aside from our competitors.

“Our customer base is spread throughout the UK and Ireland and includes companies such as TATA Steel UK, Alcoa Aluminium, Bridgnorth Aluminium, Lafarge Tarmac Cement, Cemex Cement, Hanson Cement, Quinn Ireland, Magnesium Elektron as well as many Universities and contract laboratories.”

2015 has seen an exciting new move for DSL by promoting the J200 LIBS (Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) Instrument from Applied Spectra Inc, in partnership with their European distributor, NUCOMAT BV. LIBS is a rapid chemical analysis technology that uses high-powered

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lasers to understand chemical composition. This analytical technique offers many compelling advantages compared to other traditional methods including no acid digestion, fast analysis time – usually a few seconds, and broad elemental coverage. Applied Spectra’s J200 LIBS Instrument enables Li-ion battery material characterization possibilities that conventional techniques such as XRF, ICP-OES, and ICPMS cannot deliver. The new system will be showcased on Stand F20 at Lab Innovations in November.

The business prides itself on its first rate customer care as well as the provision of high calibre products and extensive technical knowledge and support. Its ethic strongly relates to the notion that a personalised service is the most effective; assisting individuals with all of their related enquiries to provide complete peace of mind in regards to both equipment function and maintenance. This guidance extends to the delivery of service contracts and breakdown call-out cover on all of its products whilst supplying the full selection of associated spare parts and consumables.

Datech Scientific’s preparation equipment is meticulously designed in order to prepare multiple sample materials for a variety of different analyses. This apparatus holds particular purpose for those working in the iron & steel, mining & extraction, non-ferrous, minerals & powders, life sciences, analytical labs and research & development industry sectors.

T +44 (0)114 2180468 sales@datech-scientific.co.uk www.datech-scientific.co.uk

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Commitment to Excellence

Making the most of mineral resources Solutions UK is proud to feature Francis Flower with the highly prestigious Commitment to Excellence profile.

As a leading provider of specialised mineral materials and services for a range of industrial sectors, Francis Flower recovers, reclaims and recycles material from industry for the benefit of its customers and the environment. With over 50 years’ experience in milling, grinding, blending and storage of fine mineral powders, Francis Flower is equipped to fine mill more than 400,000 tonnes of mineral every year to as low as 40 microns.

Its locations in Somerset, Cheshire and Cambridge, all have extensive silo storage facilities enabling multiple materials to be processed rapidly and without risk of contamination.

years ago and has gained the majority of the market. Made mainly from a recycled material, Gypsol Screeds offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and problematic traditional sand cement screeds.

Francis Flower is the owner of the innovative UK market leading brand, Gypsol. The environmentally friendly anhydrite flowing screed binder is the forefront of liquid screed development and innovation. The Gypsol brand has grown significantly since its creation two

Paul Pepper, Managing Director of Francis Flower, commented, “The Gypsol product is a highly useful, innovative creation. Since introducing the product to the market 2 years ago, we have received a fantastic amount of interest and sales have soared. We provide the basis for your company to produce a high quality floor screed and we create the demand in the market for you to sell into.

“Whether you are an architect, main contractor, self-builder or a flooring

contractor, we offer the best advice so you have all the information necessary to maximise the benefit of Gypsol in your project.”

GYPSOL anhydrite screed binder: The new name from an established manufacturer:

• Offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and problematic traditional sand cement screeds

• Can be used with or without underfloor heating • Well suited to all building types.

Whether you are an architect, designer, main contractor, self builder or a flooring contractor, our website is designed to ensure that you have at your fingertips all of the information neccessary to maximise the benefit of GYPSOL screed in your project.

We will be attending at the following shows: 25th–27th September 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Excel London 6th–8th October 2015 UK Construction Week – NEC Birmingham 24th–25th October 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Edinburgh 6th–8th November 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Northern (Harrogate) 10th–11th November 2015 Greenbuild Expo – Manchester 21st–22nd November 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Southwest (Somerset/Bath)

The Solida system from Francis Flower (Northern) Ltd is designed to offer the mass housing market a highly costeffective, efficient and environmentally friendly floor solution that combines easily accessible, existing technologies in innovative ways. The first process in changing to the Solida system involves the introduction of underfloor heating technologies into ground and separating floors in combination with GYPSOL based flowing anhydrite floor screeds. For surprisingly little increase in build cost, the Solida system delivers significant improvement in desirability and asset value, increased levels of useable space, reductions in heating operating costs and improvements in energy efficiency.

Currently the mass housing market in general uses solid concrete or suspended type ground floors with timber joisted separating floors. In general the heating systems used are radiator central heating systems. The Solida system seeks to change this, such that the heating systems are underfloor heating on all floors coupled with energy efficient heat sources such as condensing gas boiler systems or renewable heat technologies such as air or ground source heat pumps which may be more appropriate to higher code and carbon neutral developments.

The first principal of the Solida system is therefore the introduction of energy efficient underfloor heating systems along with GYPSOL screeds. There are a number of potential positive side effects of this. When a change is made from radiators to underfloor heating the occupier gains more useable space in each room by virtue of the fact that they no longer need to avoid

placing furniture against radiators. The generally accepted figure for this is 8% to 10% more useable space. This offers a number of practical and commercial opportunities to the house builder.

Paul explained, “We have seen based on evaluations by, and discussions with, major house builders that the use of underfloor heating, given the above points offers greater desirability to purchasers. In some markets this has enabled the builder to offer higher asset value to buyers.

“The system offers added value due to increased useable floor space, improved desirability and ‘kerb appeal,’ reduced energy use and subsequent cost savings to occupiers/owners, improved environmental profile and future proof design for higher code values.”

The use of GYPSOL based screeds over the underfloor heating systems reduces the operating costs of the heating system. Tests using efficient and correctly designed underfloor heating systems have shown that using anhydrite screeds can improve the co-efficient of performance of an underfloor heating system by up to 25%. Additionally, flow temperatures can be reduced by some 40 to 50 Celcius compared to the temperatures required for radiator systems or some 10 to 15 Celcius compared to underfloor heating systems in traditional sand cement screeds. This all adds to the desirability and helps justify a higher selling price. This also helps the builder to achieve higher code levels where required and to gain extra code credits in coded sustainable developments.

Contact T +44 (0)1928 574574 T +44 (0)1749 841146 ff@francisflower.co.uk www.francisflower.co.uk www.gypsol.co.uk

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Security Excellence

An accountable security company Acclaimed Security is an award-winning security provider which has gone from strength to strength ever since its establishment back in 2002. The company, based in Leeds, has the capability to offer businesses all over the country a whole host of security measures, including Key Holding and Alarmed Response, CCTV Monitoring, Mobile Patrols and Security Guarding.

Acclaimed Security has a dedicated work team of specially trained officers, guards and office staff on hand to protect individual companies and their personnel.

The respected suppliers boast some of the highest accreditations in the industry, utilising the most up-to-date technology and ensuring complete compliance with pre-agreed security plans to allow peace of mind for each client.

Their award-winning GuardSafe product has fast become a highly valued asset within the industry, as the unique tool alerts companies and their clients that a guard is present at the site (within seconds of their arrival). This advanced item of technology verifies that the guard is where they should be; providing customers with an assurance that their business is being properly patrolled and safely supervised.

This service, which merges the advantages of high visibility deterrence with immediate response capabilities, can be tailored specifically to suit individual needs.

movements through hourly calls, mobile responses and periodic checks, with the GuardSafe troll logging system operating on a real-time basis.

“This ensures that clients have access to the specific times of calls and patrols – meaning they can rest assured the job is being done properly and that both premises and occupants are safe and free from intrusion.

This is an extremely unique feature because it usually isn’t possible to check what is happening at an establishment right there and then.”

According to Roy Unwin, Managing Director of Acclaimed Security, this is one of the main benefits of the equipment: “One of the biggest problems in this area relates to the certainty of results – most people can’t be sure whether the people they hire can be trusted to do a good job,” he explained.

As well as the Manned Guarding Services, Key Holding and Alarmed Response Services are also available. This is designed explicitly for instances whereby property is left unoccupied for any period of time and out-of-hours access is likely to be required. Policies can be put into place to ensure the correct individuals have access to the premises at any time, upon the specifications decided by the company. This service is a safe, trustworthy and extremely cost-effective solution to issue that often preoccupies many businesses.

“Security guards can get tired and fed up whilst working 12 hour shifts and drop to sleep – at Acclaimed Security this won’t happen because our routines and systems are specifically designed to tackle this issue. Our technology can track precise

The security specialist employs a mobile fleet of both marked and unmarked vehicles operated by trained officers utilising video recording equipment to ensure properties are kept safe and secure, reducing crime and increasing awareness.

According to Roy, the fact they are an instant response company makes them further stand out from their competitors: “We have a reputation for getting to locations immediately once alarms are triggered; this speed of response makes us a superior organisation as in some cases it can take hours for organisations to arrive.”

Acclaimed Security’s security measures have been utilized by a number of industrial and commercial outlets and well-regarded blue-chip companies including Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Leeds City Council, Freight Liner, Tarmac, Seabrook Crisps, Vion Foods, Brake Brothers and Liberty Living. Their extensive customer base is testament to the industry leading standard of service offered by Acclaimed Security.

Indisputably, security is of paramount importance for any business, and all safety equipment and procedures should be reviewed regularly in order to keep ahead of the times and ensure current systems are fit for the job in hand and won’t be compromised.

With Acclaimed Security you can rest assured that this innovative and revolutionary system will guard your valuable commodities and premises with the highest possible degree of reliability and professionalism.

If you’re looking for a Leeds security firm with over a decade of experience, you’ve come to the right place At Acclaimed Security, we boast some of the highest SIA accreditations in the industry and use the most innovative and effective security procedures to ensure your peace of mind. Each one of our security guards is thoroughly vetted and checked, and high staff loyalty rates mean that we know each of our security guards on a personal basis.

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE 99 Advanced technology ensures 100% compliance with agreed security plan 99 Experienced, qualified and well vetted staff 99 Personal and professional service from the moment we answer the phone

SERVICES INCLUDE 99 Manned guarding 99 Mobile patrols 99 Key holding and alarmed response.

Leeds Ahead

Avoid the unnecessary and preventable expense of great personal cost and loss by getting in touch with Acclaimed Security today – you won’t regret it.

T +44 (0)113 217 2259 info@acclaimed-security.com www.acclaimed-security.com

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Waste Management News

New year, new acquisition for waste management group

Independent waste management company Cleansing Service Group (CSG) has confirmed it has acquired part of the business and assets of Tradebe Refinery Services (TRS) based at Sandycroft, North Wales, and formerly known as Willacy Oil Services.

Willacy is a specialist in petrochemical tank cleaning and oily sludge treatment and recovery systems. CSG says it has now acquired the one acre

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Acclaimed Security are pleased to announce that they are now partners with TAG GUARD

site and is currently looking at re-establishing the business. CSG Managing Director, Neil Richards, said the company will also retain its former Willacy Oil Services trading name.

“Willacy has worked on refineries in the UK and around the world, and the name is well recognised in the oil industry,” he said.

T 0800 048 0622 technicalsales@csg.co.uk www.csg.co.uk

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Issue 805 • August 2015

GreenUrban Technologies GreenUrban Technologies is a UK Engineering company offering a straight forward and costefficient approach to solutions that make a difference to the welfare and safety of workers and members of the public.

warranty on all GreenUrban systems, a full inspection and filter cleaning service and replacement and upgrade filters to fit most makes and types of device.

September 2015 will also see the introduction of the GLA Safer Lorry Scheme aimed at protecting vulnerable road users (VRU’s) including cyclists, motor cyclists and pedestrians.

Whether it is in the area of emission reduction, cycle and pedestrian safety or the provision of high quality public access defibrillator housings GreenUrban offers cutting edge design and the latest technologies across all sectors and to all sizes of organisation.

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We have been at the forefront of the emission reduction industry since 2008, producing both niche OEM and retro-fit exhaust systems for all types of diesel engine powered equipment including trucks, buses, light commercial vehicles, power generators and mobile site equipment, allowing operators to achieve compliance with legislated emission levels across all sectors.

From September 2015, the new GLA Non Road Mobile Machinery regulations come into force, imposing mandatory emission standards for on Site equipment throughout Greater London.

GreenUrban’s ecotrap, ecotrap+, ecoNOx and ecoNOxt products are designed and adapted

GreenUrban Technologies at Stand F26

to achieve compliance with these regulations, offering solutions to achieve levels of emissions from Stage 111a (for particulate matter) through 111b/1Vi (for particulate and Nox) to Stage 1Vfinal (for particulate and Nox).

GreenUrban offers free impartial advice on emission reduction solutions and is happy to combine design, supply and integration with the highest level of direct ongoing support for complete peace of mind.

Included in this is a comprehensive 2 year

These regulations, which will be enforceable in law and carry large fines for non-compliance, compel owners of vehicles over 3.5 tonnes to fit side guard rails (to lessen the chance of fatal collision with VRU’s) and improved mirror systems to allow drivers a more comprehensive view around the vicinity of their vehicle.

GreenUrban’s cyclesafe range is cost-effective, easily installed, offers a wide choice of high tech upgrades and is fully compliant with GLA regulation, TfL requirement and CLOCS guidelines.

To find out more about who we are and what we do, visit: www.greenurban.co.uk, get in touch via telephone: +44 (0)1768 480111, +44 (0)1768 480750 or email: info@greenurban.co.uk.

Propeller Studios’ Construction Software Solutions go from strength to strength Propeller Studios are in the middle of launching some fantastic new functionality to their already feature-packed construction sector software solution, EasyBOP. The web-based business management solution is designed for SMEs in the construction sector and related services that need to bring order and efficiency to their work processes and the new features allow even more areas of the business to benefit.

The brand new E-tendering module allows EasyBOP clients to improve their supply chain management by running their own tendering process, while the planned works functionality has been improved to include Quantity Surveyor functionality, the addition of BOQ lists, valuations, bulk pricing, variations and cost to value reports.

There have also been recent updates to the drawing register and the inventory module, where you can perform stock control between stores.

In EasyBOP, Propeller has in effect created multiple standalone pieces of software, within the one solution, that all talk seamlessly to each

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people and plant. Everything is indexed by the software and searchable from the one login.

As a web-based platform, EasyBOP is available from tablet devices with access to the internet, which gives the ability for staff to update the system while they are out on a job; allowing stock control and reporting to be done on the fly, reducing the need for paperwork to be filed when staff return to the office.

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other and share data across a single platform.

The affordable solution has all the components necessary to run a business efficiently, encompassing Business Reporting, CRM, Invoicing, HR, Supplier Management and much more. And by sharing data across the different areas, duplication of entry is removed saving companies both time and money.

The reporting functions allow companies to track their jobs, check POs and invoice details, who is working on a job, the forms completed or any other associated document. There is the functionality to manage projects, suppliers,

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This makes EasyBOP particularly relevant for companies who deal with planned works and responsive repairs, or any other service where information needs to be collected over a large number of different locations.

“We used to work on 6 different systems, which meant that if information was needed in more than one place it had to be duplicated. With EasyBOP we only use one system; everything can be linked together, is easy to find from one place and has saved us so much time.”

Concrete Repairs Ltd For more information on EasyBOP, visit: www.easybop.co.uk or call Jason Darby on: +44 (0)1462 440077.

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Paving & External Works News

Stone Federation GB The unincorporated association Stone Federation GB is a renowned national trade body for the natural stone industry.

It effectively coordinates every aspect of the sector, providing specifiers and users with a single port-of-call for information, expertise and guidance in sourcing an appropriate material and a reliable service.

Stone Federation GB works strategically to represent employers, support its member companies and assist its clients wherever possible whilst simultaneously promoting best practice and setting stringent industry standards. It aims to promote the interests of those within construction; reinforcing the correct use and maintenance of natural stone to those who may utilise it.

The association also strives to support the use of natural stone

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as a building material in favour of other building materials in a bid to increase the market share of natural stone for its esteemed members. This subsequently leads to the promotion and maintenance of the traditional skills involved in natural stone.

To guarantee success, choose Stone Federation GB and its members for all of your natural stone enquiries – you can rest assured that you will receive the best quality advice and knowledge in regards to legal affairs, health and safety, technical standards, craftsmanship, training and education.

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Global Stone (GS) is an industry leading supplier of premium natural stone and porcelain paving tiles.

Our paving is selected by hand to ensure that it is always of the highest quality and is used by architects, landscapers, gardeners, designers and homeowners across the country, regularly featuring in medal winning show gardens. Our product range has grown from a simple collection of natural paving options to include the latest in contemporary porcelain paving solutions.

The trends for garden design for 2016 continue to move towards contemporary designs, increased hard landscaping and using the outdoor space as an extension of the home. A number of products within our current collection are perfect for these trends, including the Artisan Collection, specifically

our Mirage and Serenity products, which offer versatile honed sandstone with a delightfully smooth finish ideal for indoor and outdoor use.

For more information on our full range visit: www.globalstonepaving.co.uk/ products or call: +44 (0)845 606 0240 (Lo-Call Rate).

Landscaping and tree surgery With a team of professional, fully trained and qualified tree surgeons and landscapers, Dolwin & Gray offer a range of tree servicing including Pruning, cleaning, reduction & Reshaping, crown lifting, sectional dismantling of trees both large and small and the grinding of stumps.

Servicing London and the South East, the company is a well-established business with over 44 years of experience.

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Dolwin & Gray was first set up as a Forestry company by Mr John Dolwin and Mr Don Gray back in 1969. Today it has progressed to being a highly successful Landscaping & Tree Surgery business and is owned and run by partners Colin Goss and Frin Noakes.

Both domestic and commercial work is undertaken by the company and they also offer Tree reports & surveys to BS5837:2012 Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction recommendations. The team can assist with applications for work to be carried out under Tree Preservation Orders and conservation areas with the Local

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Authorities. They also carry public Liability Insurance of 10 million for your peace of mind.

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Commitment to Excellence

Save Energy & Money with Easytherm Solutions UK is pleased to present its highly esteemed Commitment to Excellence profile to Easytherm Ltd. As a relatively new company, Easytherm was founded three years ago by founder and technical director Steve Lord. He decided to set up his own enterprise in a bid to step off the corporate merry-go-round (after working in the hardware and software development industry for numerous years) to follow his professional interests more closely.

Easytherm is a manufacturer and retailer of ‘smart’ heating and hot water controllers, which are effectively an environmental and cost-effective alternative to more traditional methods and systems. Dubbed Easytherm®, this intelligent networked boiler programmer is a revolutionary new concept which enables customers to save significant amounts of time, energy and money.

The system can be specifically configured per clients’ requests during the initial set up, and settings can be tweaked accordingly depending on individual preferences in terms of both temperatures and timings. It ensures fantastic savings can be made on both heating and hot water costs and it can easily be considered the best value programmer available on the market.

“Our main role is to design, produce

and distribute home control products,” explained Easytherm’s Managing Director Paul Burke. “We have started our journey with a heating and hot water controller that can be controlled either from the base unit or remotely from any internet connected device. Our product road map takes in remote sensors for temperature, remote TRVs, alarm systems (gas, heat, fire, motion) and a central system to manage and control.

but future plans involve penetrating the new build and care and independent living markets. Easytherm’s headquarters is situated in Milton Keynes but its design and development processes take place in the UK and Vietnam and its production and manufacturing facilities are based in Romania.

Whilst discussing the company’s progressive path, Paul concluded: “After our recent launch we are simply developing our strategy to increase our awareness in the market and pursue our chosen channels. Our goal is to develop our product line up and really bring a ‘home care and protection’ management system to the domestic user.

“We put the user at the heart of everything we do and we aim to put the user in control of their domestic environment – be that heating and hot water, that is caring for the home environment or protecting the home environment through adequate measures (smoke alarms, CO2 alarms and motion sensor alarms are just some of the products that we aim to bring to market).

“With Easytherm, it’s all about simplicity.

Our ‘Keep it Simple’ approach runs from the easy set up (one box which fits standard 6 pin BG backplate fond on almost all existing controllers) to the easy configuration. All you have to do is connect to the local internet which is simply done using a phone or a tablet, then it is fully operable from the minute you install, as all functionality can be managed from the unit itself through to very simple app download making all functions operable anytime, anyplace and anywhere from your internet connected device.”

Easytherm’s most recent product is the ETLite, the world’s first upgradable controller. It begins as a simple to use heating and hot water controller and can then be upgraded to an internet based remote controlled heating and hot water controller. Typically, installers utilise these systems the most, but links are being developed with larger institutions in order to install in greater numbers within larger development projects.

Naturally, the business is predominantly placed in the heating and plumbing sector,

“We have attended many trade shows, however, as researchers rather than presenters. Our intention is to totally understand our market, what's there and more importantly what's not – we see ourselves as adding value to the already exciting market that is the internet-based control systems market. Our key aim is to make this easy to install and simple to manage whilst making it totally affordable – we want to be the system of choice.”

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Hardware for Windows and Doors – We’ve got it!

Solutions UK is proud to present Window Ware and commend its team for achieving its highly regarded Commitment to Excellence profile.

door cylinders. The third selection of items is the installation products, which include silicones, glass cleaners and glazing packers as well as guttering, fascias and soffits.

Founded in 1987, Window Ware is renowned for being a principal UK distributor of hardware components and ancillary items predominantly to the window, door, and conservatory markets. It has been duly recognised for its ability to advise customers on the most appropriate hardware required for their individual applications.

The business boasts an all-reaching range of components, comprising 5,000 different parts which are readily available in stock for rapid purchase; the hardware can be ordered by phone or online via its nationwide next-day delivery service. The selection includes some of the most superior brands in the sector as well as individual items made exclusively for Window Ware, and its frequently updated profile listings ensures the widest choice of hardware can be supplied.

“We are largely a business-tobusiness association supplying to window and door fabricators & repairers, locksmiths and general

industry tradesmen,” explained Sarah Binns, Marketing Services Manager at Window Ware. “We also serve customer groups such as builders, plumbers, roofers and architects.”

Window Ware’s range of products is incredibly extensive and can be split into three broad categories. The first, the Window hardware, consists of window espagnolette handles, window friction hinges and window shootbolt systems, whilst the second, the door hardware, comprises door locks, door handles and

“We are a stockist of leading brands that majors on achieving complete client satisfaction,” Sarah continued.

“Customer service is at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on the provision of quality, reasonably-priced products which reach our customers the very next day.”

When discussing Window Ware’s latest movements and future plans, Sarah concluded, “As a company we are ever-evolving. We recently unveiled our rebranding with a new-

“We are aware that domestic homes are becoming smarter in this modern age, so we aim to follow suit by creating products which will best suit our target market. We are also looking forward to attending our first ever exhibition; the Build Show at the NEC this October.”

For all of your associated queries, get in touch with Window Ware today.

Whether you are after a product replacement or are interested in making an order, its team of highly skilled staff will be more than happy to assist you. The dedicated professionals will even source an item for you if the company itself doesn’t stock it, or find you a suitable alternative which will also do the job with great proficiency. look catalogue and logo, and we also refurbished our trade counter. We are currently in the process of creating a new website, which is set to go live in September.

T +44 (0)1234 242724 sales@windowware.co.uk www.windowware.co.uk

“One of our most exciting developments involves the integration of smart technology; we are looking into the supply of a door lock cylinder which uses NFC technology to helps customers open their doors more easily.

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Underfloor Heating & Building Fabrics News

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The Trade Association for all forms of Radiant Heating

Easyflow are renowned experts in providing innovative and premium quality flooring solutions (in the form of underfloor heating and liquid floor screeds).

The Easyflow liquid screed is an approved contractor and installer for Calcium Sulphate Anhydrite Screed, a revolutionary product which has enhanced efficiency and productivity in today’s construction market. This form of screed is much more advantageous than its traditional prototype, particularly when it is used in accordance with underfloor heating. As well as being quick and cost-effective, its reduced depth reduces heat storage, creating a floor that responds more rapidly to user requirements.

To provide a comprehensive package, the Easyflow underfloor heating was developed. These first class systems are specially installed by seasoned

professionals and are backed up by technical consultants, both of whom have a wealth of experience in the underfloor heating sector.

Easyflow’s commitment to providing a high quality customer service is demonstrated through its extensive support system, which oversees the entire process (from consultation to installation). Its team of friendly, well-qualified engineers have the proficiency to install and test underfloor heating systems, ensuring that you are completely satisfied with the finished result.

The Underfloor Heating and Manufacturers Association (UHMA), part of BEAMA, focuses on all forms of radiant heating and sets the standards for design, installation and quality, promoting awareness of underfloor heating to many industry professionals. It acts as the central hub whereby technical expertise can be exchanged between businesses in the construction industry.

Formed in 1996, the association was set up to endorse the best possible standards of design and application for radiant floor heating systems. Working

and disseminate the results of research into technical aspects of UFH whilst promoting awareness of underfloor heating (and its benefits).

alongside official bodies (including both local and national governments), UHMA sets the industry standards which must be abided and presents a collective voice offering advice at all levels.

The trade body works strategically to meet its core objectives. It aims to initiate

UHMA members are predominantly businesses operating in the design and supply UFH systems and components, but those supplying components to builders’ merchants can also hold membership.

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Lifts & Access News

Lifts for Houses – the quality site for Home Lifts At Access & Platform Lifts Ltd, we supply and install all types of lifts for the home, public buildings and offices. A platform lift can now look and feel like a high quality lift.

With over 35 years’ experience in the Disabled Access market place, Access and Platform Lifts Ltd supply a quality range of Platform lifts, DDA Platform lifts and Domestic lifts, along with exceptional customer service. Offering a complete service from the initial survey to the installation and aftercare, you are guaranteed to receive the help and advice you deserve.

From Budget Lifts through to deluxe units, Access and Platform Lifts aim to provide the best answer for your vertical access requirements.

We offer a complete service through from survey, installation and aftercare.

We also have the widest range of access Lifts for both public buildings and home domestic use.

From Budget Lifts through to deluxe units, we aim to be able to provide the best answer for your vertical access requirement.

Give us a call today for a quotation on our next generation of platform lifts to get the lift you deserve.

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The company offer the widest range of access lifts for both public buildings and home domestic use. Platform Lifts are designed to give ease of access to all floors at an affordable cost. They can be installed with minimal builders work with a small pit and can be installed within a shaft or standalone units with their own enclosure. You can even have a Platform Lift with full cabin and sliding lift doors to give a fully automated Lift.

Access & Platform’s DDA Platform Lifts will help you meet your DDA and Part M Requirements. They can provide Enclosed Platform Lifts, Open Lifts up to 3m travel, Step Lifts up to 1m travel, Platform Lifts, Platform Lift full car Auto doors, External Platform Lifts, Through Floor Lifts and Standing Home Lifts.

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Renders & Facades News

K Rend – The UK’s largest independent silicone render manufacturer Marketing leading K Rend is the UK’s largest independent silicone render manufacturer. For over 25 years, K Rend has offered a high quality extensive range of external silicone renders and finishes, designed to give a durable weatherproof coating and a natural finish. The company is committed to excellence, innovation and teamwork in providing the highest quality products and technical service support.

The K Rend manufacturing plant has some of the most advanced production facilities in Europe. It was designed with the environment, customers and future growth in mind.

The K Rend silicone range incorporates silicone water repellents as an integral part of the cement based render system. This silicone technology imparts a high degree of water repellency to the render surface whilst allowing water vapour to pass through the render allowing the substrate to breathe.

The water repellent surface ensures a freshly rendered appearance for a prolonged period.

The finish is drier and thus more resistant to algae growth and the natural phenomenon of lime bloom. This natural looking finish is available in an extensive Colour Range.

A Specialised team of Chemists in a state of the art bespoke facility work diligently with the latest technology to develop and test new products to meet the changing needs of our customers and the environment.

T +44 (0)28 2826 0766 sales@k-rend.co.uk www.k-rend.co.uk

The world’s leading authority within the Glass and Glazing Industry The GGF, known as the Glass and Glazing Federation in full, is the key representative for businesses working in the glass and glazing sector, both in the UK and internationally.

The group sets the essential industry standards that enable the best possible practice for companies who manufacture, supply or fit glass and glazing products.

As a leading authority figure, the GGF helps to shape policy and legislation, actively striving to endorse the necessary technical and health and safety ideals to those in both the commercial and domestic divisions. The dominant body is recognised by the government and consequently plays a significant part in the setting of new guidelines, such as The Building Regulations, the rules governing the way buildings are constructed in the UK.

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GGF’s membership base comprises companies that make and install energy efficient windows and performance glass in homes and commercial properties. The highly qualified specialists can also produce and install safety, fire and emergency glazing; special films with the ability to protect against the sun’s rays (as well as terrorist and vandal attacks).

There are numerous benefits of becoming a GGF member. Being associated with such an important organisation will make companies appear much more attractive to potential clients, as involvement demonstrates a concentrated commitment to quality, professionalism and above all, legal compliancy.

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Building News

Muller’s Smart Carts UK “As with all good products, the original Muller’s cart was created out of a need for something better.”

The humble beginnings of the Smart Cart In 1975, Brigadier General Henry Muller of Santa Barbara in California realised that his 60 year old wife was struggling to man the wheelbarrow in their stable without back pain. Understanding how much his wife loved her horses, he set to designing and creating the first easy to use, lightweight, durable, well-balanced stable cart in the market which he called The Muller’s Stablemate. It became successful in the American market, was renamed ‘The Muller’s Smart Cart’ and is now made in Goreham, Maine.

Four years ago David Fortune’s wife purchased a Smart Cart having seen one belonging to a friend. He put it together for her and thought it was a fantastic product. Later, after discovering that his aged mother’s gardener was struggling to dispose of grass cuttings from her vast lawns, he decided to buy her one but discovered that they were no longer available in the UK. David ordered her Smart Cart directly from Maine and offered to be Muller’s Smart Carts’ new distributor in the UK. They appointed him and Smart Carts UK was born.

What makes the Smart Cart so ‘smart’?

“The carts are perfectly balanced, they are light, easily manoeuvrable and very little lifting is required. They’re also

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built to last decades – 20 to 30 years is not unusual.

“The weight of the load in a Smart Cart in motion is balanced over the wheels.

Unlike the traditional wheelbarrow design – with a single wheel at one end of the tub and lifting required on the other end – only a little leverage – not lifting of the Smart Cart – is necessary to move the centre of gravity over the wheels, making the cart ideal for those with mobility issues and back pain.

Its pair of wheels makes it completely stable and controllable with one hand.

“Due to the materials used in a Smart Cart, they are known to last well over 25 years,” David continued. “Each product comes with a 5 year warranty, but the combination of the aircraft quality aluminium alloy frame, the steel cross member, axle and wheels and the exceptionally tough, high impact polyethylene of the tub makes the cart tough, light and virtually indestructible.”

How can your Smart Cart transform your daily life?

“Wherever you use the carts, whether in the garden, in the stable or on the farm, they are incredibly versatile. Rust resistant and leak free, whatever the season. A Smart Cart makes child’s

lasting wheelbarrow alternative. The great ‘tip forward’ design makes it simple to unload soil, grass cuttings and even paving stones. Originally designed specifically for stable work, the Smart Cart makes mucking out a pleasure it never used to be!”

play out of transporting your straw, hay, feed or heavy fertiliser from A to B. An easily connected tow bar is available to turn your cart into a trailer behind an ATV, even over rough ground. Fill it with ice, beer and wine and your summer party will go with a swing!

Gardeners will rejoice in this long-

With huge capacity (7 and 12 cu ft options), two colours and wheel sizes (16” and 20” diameter) available, why not invest in a Smart Cart? In addition to the carts, see also the Easy Connect Towbar, Muck Caddy and Smart Water Cart.

For more information and to order yours now, please visit: www.smartcartsuk.com, email: info@smartcartsuk.com or call David Fortune on: +44 (0)7850 204714.

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Rooflights News High quality rooflights that are clearly the right solution

With over 20 years’ experience in the manufacture and distribution of rooflights, Whitesales can provide the right product for any application. Our innovative, environmentally-friendly rooflights are thoughtfully designed to last the test of time…

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Natural daylight is an invaluable asset that has long been recognised as the most effective form of light.

It can benefit the health of the building’s occupants by boosting immune systems, aiding normal sleep patterns, and lifting moods. It also increases concentration and mental and visual stimulation, resulting in greater productivity. This is especially important for schools and offices. As well as health benefits, natural light will lead to a reduction in energy bills, electricity usage, CO2 emissions and, consequently, environmental impact. It furnishes buildings with performance that satisfies building regulations and assists in meeting sustainability targets and gaining BREEAM credits.

Another valuable advantage is the huge improvement to interior aesthetics, to the point where retail sales are shown to increase with natural light.

Artfully designed flat roof rooflights flood interiors with up to three times more daylight than equivalent windows. The light from a rooflight is also more evenly distributed throughout the room, less likely to result in glare or compromise of privacy. Whitesales rooflights are designed to transform the gloomiest of interiors and are equally suited to commercial, education, domestic, leisure and health-related buildings.

They improve the quality of the built

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environment and enhance the quality of life.

Whitesales has over 20 years’ experience in the manufacture and distribution of speciality flat roofing products and has the dedication and resource to fulfil the most demanding of requirements throughout the UK. Our experienced and expert personnel have an in-depth knowledge of industry regulations, which ensures we provide up-to-date advice on fully compliant solutions.

Available in glass or polycarbonate glazing with a wide range of ventilation and upstand options, our rooflights are available from stock in a range of standard modular sizes, or made-tomeasure bespoke designs.

To find out more, visit our website: www.whitesales.co.uk, or contact Whitesales’ technical sales and support team on: +44 (0)1483 271371 or at: sales@whitesales.co.uk.

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Doors & Windows News

Raising Standards As a hugely respected trade body, The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) represents all of the frontrunners in the marketplace; from manufacturers of locks, building hardware and architectural ironmongery to distributors and installers of industrial, commercial, pedestrian and garage doors and powered gates.

The DHF – whose roots can be traced back to 1897 – is renowned for being one of the biggest trade associations of its kind, with a membership base of over 280 well-established names. Because the group prides itself on its commitment to sustainability, quality and professionalism, all of its esteemed members operate within a rigorous code of conduct governing standards of workmanship, training, safety, business integrity and CE marking compliance.

The federation is split into six divisions, promoting and protecting the interests of key players involved in: garage doors, building hardware, industrial doors, powered gates, timber door sets and metal door sets.

It is fully wide-ranging in the respect that it provides specialists in all niches with a single source of technical expertise, information, knowledge, advice and practical help.

The DHF tactically endeavours to support its members in complying with the latest CE marking and health and safety legislation, giving members a competitive edge over those who are yet to adhere to these regulations. This also means that environmental impacts are kept to an absolute minimum in a bid to keep the design, assembly and maintenance processes across businesses as ecological as possible.

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The Voice of the UK’s Rooflight Industry The National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, also known as NARM, effectively acts as a hub of authoritative information for rooflight specialists, overseeing the development and maintenance of industry-specific rules and regulations.

Established in 1998, NARM plays an active role in advising the government on future building regulations, specifically concentrating on the application of thorough procedures in the provision of natural light in built environments.

The trade body represents a vast array of companies within the rooflight design and manufacturing faction in the UK. This includes experts in the production of in-plane profiled rooflights, continuous barrel vaults, modular domes/pyramids, panel glazing systems and architectural glazing systems for

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Made by Clement – experts in steel fenestration and building conservation the Clement Conservation Rooflight is a replica of a Victorian original designed so that the rooflight lies flush with your roofline, in keeping with the original character of your property. It is the only of its type to be available from stock in two profiles to ensure only the best look for your project.

• Made from seriously robust steel sections, with a polyzinc and polyester powder paint coating • Includes a 24mm double glazed, argon filled, self-cleaning glass unit

skylights, lantern lights and atria.

All members of NARM are committed to the delivery of excellent customer service and the promotion of good business practice. The associates are renowned for focussing on quality, compliancy and further development, offering balanced advice on the use of rooflights, rooflight materials and rooflight systems with clarity and confidence.

Additionally, any products supplied are compliant with all of the relevant UK and European Standards and Building Legislation.

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Flooring News

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GYPSOL anhydrite screed binder: The new name from an established manufacturer: • Offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and

problematic traditional sand cement screeds • Can be used with or without underfloor heating • Well suited to all building types.

Whether you are an architect, designer, main contractor, self builder or a flooring contractor, our website is designed to ensure that you have at your fingertips all of the information neccessary to maximise the benefit of GYPSOL screed in your project.

We will be attending at the following shows: 25th–27th September 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Excel London 6th–8th October 2015 UK Construction Week – NEC Birmingham 24th–25th October 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Edinburgh 6th–8th November 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Northern (Harrogate) 10th–11th November 2015 Greenbuild Expo – Manchester 21st–22nd November 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Southwest (Somerset/Bath)

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Timber Engineering News

+THE TIMBER ENGINEERING EXPERTS Scotts Timber Engineering is an exciting new company that has been established in the West Midlands, with the support and resources of a well established and respected family business, Scotts of Thrapston.

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Leading the Way

This new, innovative company specialises in timber engineering, taking the benefits of environmentally friendly timber as a construction material and exploiting its strengths to achieve 21st century design solutions.

Scotts Timber Engineering personnel have the expertise to design and supply high quality roof trusses, easi-joist metal web beams, spandrel panels, feature trusses and timber frame solutions for almost any application. +TRUSSED RAFTERS +QUALITY ROOF TRUSSES Roof trusses (or trussed rafters) are widely accepted as an economical method of providing a structural frame for a wide variety of roof profiles. Scotts Timber Engineering, based in the West Midlands, can offer their friendly and expert advice to create a trussed rafter roof for your application, whether domestic housing, commercial or industrial buildings. At the forefront of modern roofing technology, Scotts is fully committed to upholding the highest industry standards. +WHAT ARE ROOF TRUSSES? Roof trusses are individually designed pre-fabricated timber components made from strength-graded timber and joined together with punched metal plate connectors.

They provide a structural framework to support the roof fabric of a building, ceilings and floors. Pre-fabricated timber trussed rafters are used in over 90% of all modern housing developments and an ever increasing proportion of commercial buildings.

Roof Trusses from Scotts Timber Engineering offer the benefit of being manufactured from high grade softwood, a renewable resource, in quality controlled factory conditions to achieve the most efficient design as well as inherent Health and Safety benefits.

For more information, please give Scotts Timber a call on: 01527 520550 Email: trusses@scottste.co.uk | www.scottste.co.uk

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Building News

The sign of building quality The Federation of Master Builders, known as FMB for short, holds the prestigious position as the largest trade association in the building industry in the UK. The nonprofiting, independent firm operates both nationally and regionally, with offices situated in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Ever since its formation in 1941, the FMB has actively aimed to protect the interests of both small and medium-sized building companies, explicitly representing their interests and opinions in order to increase awareness of the work they do.

The trade body’s vision is to place the FMB construction companies in a strong position in the sector, allowing them to deliver their high quality services and excellent value wherever possible. Acting as a hub of industry-appropriate knowledge and expertise, the highly-qualified group collectively strives to provide support and professional advice to clients, helping them to fulfil all of their building and construction goals.

T +44 (0)20 7025 2900 membership@fmb.org.uk www.fmb.org.uk

Clean & reliable An Ultra Clean Diaphragm Valve made by HAMLET is being used in a satellite propulsion system produced by OHB Sweden.

The SGEO stationary satellite propulsion system uses electric power to expel Xenon at a very high velocity in order to generate thrust.

Flexible hose line Manufacturer of industrial instrumentation valves and compression fittings, HAM-LET used the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas, to showcase its new line of flexible hoses.

HAM-LET’s UCV diaphragm valve was chosen due to its clean operation and high reliability.

High-pressure high-flow models from the Ultra-Clean Valve Series are made to Ultra High Purity specifications. These come with end connections in two alternative sizes, ¼ and ½in. With their

compact design, these valves can perform in high-pressure, highflow applications including their use as shut-off valves at pressures up to 21MPa (3,060psi).

Contact T +44 (0)1444 487555

The new flexible hose line includes five series of all stainless steel hose assemblies and three series of PTFE core stainless steel braided hose assemblies.

These high specification hoses are typically used in industrial, process and instrumentation applications and systems. HAM-LET’s hoses range in size from ¼ to 2in I.D. and can handle working pressures to 6,000psi (413bar).

All HAM-LET hose assemblies are fitted with the company’s high quality fittings, and are said to provide maximum usability and compliance with the highest safety levels.

Contact T 01444 487555 www.ham-let.com

Specialist providers of Property Development Finance If you are seeking finance for yourself or your clients, to build, convert or develop residential property for profit, Bishopsgate Finance is the name you can trust. Established in 1997, the company was set up to provide specialist property Finance to builders, developers, investors and speculators. With services available throughout England and Wales, the company can offer short term property finance either direct or via intermediaries.

Over the last few years small builders firms have found it increasingly hard to gain finance from banks. Bishopsgate Finance is there to guide you through the process, making finance more accessible to customers in a quick and easy way. The privately owned company offers the kind of flexibility that is hard to find. Their decisions are based on the commercial merits of a proposal, and the primary concern is whether your scheme is commercially viable.

The many benefits available from this service come hand in hand with an

unrivalled level of customer service. The experienced team provide a fast and confidential service offering streamlined access to property finance. A dedicated decision maker is always on hand to help understand your needs and the challenges you face.

Bishopsgate Funding are also looking to fund auction purchases, chapel or barn conversions, flat conversions or commercial premises into residential use.

T +44 (0)161 273 5188 enquiries@bishopsgatefunding.com www.bishopsgatefunding.com

Finance for Builders £50–£400,000

Magnetic Walls from Abel Magnets It is possible to create a magnet receptive wall, commonly referred to as a magnetic wall, using Flexometal© sheet available from Abel Magnets.

33 New build and property conversions 33 Barns, Farms and chapel conversions 33 Up to 100% of build costs 33 Whole of England and Wales 33 Semi commercial considered 33 Internet roll up on most cases 33 Complex deals catered for 33 Fast, flexible finance.

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Flexometal is, as the name suggests, a flexible ferrous sheet material. Plain Flexometal can be used as lining paper and then decorated over with any regular thickness wallpaper of your choice (or a plain lining paper and then painted over).

The result – a wall that looks like any other but one that you can stick magnets to! Ideal for nurseries, kids’ bedrooms and playrooms.

Flexometal is also available with a dry wipe face. Many clients have used dry wipe faced Flexometal to convert a whole wall into a magnetic whiteboard. Ideal for meeting rooms, creative thinking spaces and education/presenting environments. Dry

wipe faced Flexometal has been used recently to create walls like this in the Cabinet Office and for other prestigious clients such as John Lewis, Waitrose, GlaxoSmithKline, Hewlett Packard plus many more.

Flexometal has been fire tested at the Building Research Establishment and classified to Euroclass fire resistance classification EN13501-1. It is the only ferrous sheet available in the UK that carries this classification giving you peace of mind that putting Flexometal sheet up on the walls of any building will not cause a fire hazard.

Abel Magnets also supply a full range of magnetic sheet, magnetic tape and other magnetic products – please visit our website for more information.

Balaclava Road, Sheffield, S6 3BG. T: 0114 2495949 F: 0114 2495950 www.abelmagnets.com

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Insurance News

MPW Insurance Brokers Ltd MPW were founded in 1986 as specialist construction insurance brokers. We work closely with the construction industry and a number of trade bodies including the HBF who have endorsed our Housebuilders insurance policy, a bespoke policy wording with cover enhancements specifically developed for this industry sector.

We are able to offer technical support to our clients regarding the insurance requirements of building contracts, our knowledge and understanding of these contractual obligations particularly in respect of JCT contracts and collateral warranty issues give our clients the confidence to treat us as their inhouse insurance department.

Our team of experienced brokers have also built strong relationships with insurers and this has enabled us to produce insurance solutions

unacceptable and a fundamental requirement for building contractors, and our policies will exclude the damaged or faulty component only.

(Pictured) Ian Gregory, Director at MPW Insurance Brokers for certain industry concerns, our housebuilders policy for example provides cover for completed operations up to the point of sale, standard cover would normally cease at completion leaving the developer with either an uninsured property or the costly alternative of insuring an unoccupied building.

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It is vitally important that your insurance provider understands the demands of your industry and have the knowledge and solutions in place to allow you to develop your business without the concerns of inadequate insurance.

If you would like to discuss any aspect or have any concerns regarding your existing covers then we would be happy to review, further information can be found on our website: www.mpwbrokers.com Our team of construction Brokers may be contacted on: +44 (0)1622 683913 or email: construction@mpwbrokers.com

Acoustics News

The UK’s professional body for those working in acoustics, noise and vibration The Institute of Acoustics (IOA), which was formed in 1974, is a nominated body of the Engineering Council. It is an established professional association operating in the UK to tend to those working in acoustics, noise and vibration.

IOA’s membership base comprises 3000 organisations.

This impressive figure ensures there is a strong crossfertilisation of ideas and initiatives, as the members come from a rich diversity of backgrounds (with engineers, scientists, educators, lawyers, occupational hygienists, architects and environmental health officers within the mix).

The group discuss all aspects of the acoustics umbrella, as their interests span all associated branches. This includes aerodynamics, architectural acoustics, building acoustics, electroacoustics, engineering dynamics, noise & vibration, hearing, speech, underwater acoustics and a range of environmental aspects.

These members are offered guidance from IOA’s Continuous Professional Development support

Conservatories News

scheme, a feature which is becoming progressively more acknowledged as a critical element in ensuring that professionals can keep informed with rapidly changing technological and regulatory matters.

The institute works closely in connection with other professional bodies in related fields, including CIEH, REHIS and IOSH and the Association of Noise Consultants. Its work relies heavily on the voluntary contributions of its standing committees as well as council members.

T +44 (0)1727 848195 ioa@ioa.org.uk www.ioa.org.uk

Supplying quality acoustic products in the UK Trim Acoustics has for more than 25 years been at the forefront of building acoustics, supplying quality acoustic products from the UK’s major manufacturers to the building industry and domestic market.

Providing technical advice, site surveys and specifications to architects and developers, Trim Acoustics can assist with projects ranging from house conversions and new build properties to bespoke designs for customers who have specific requirements.

Trim Acoustics offers solutions for floors, ceilings and walls that can achieve Document E standard and with a wide range of quality acoustics products stocked at our four branches covering Greater London, West Midlands and the South West and can offer a prompt delivery service direct to site.

The addition of their new production and warehouse facility in God Manchester,

Cambridgeshire has given Trim Acoustics the ability to increase production and quality of their Defender range of acoustics products to satisfy increased demand.

The domestic market has for many years been one of Trim Acoustic’s areas of expertise, providing acoustic solutions to people whose quality of life has been affected by noise problems. Offering a suitable solution in plain English often means that the noise problem can be identified and resolved on the telephone and within a few days the materials can be delivered and installed.

With a wealth of technical expertise and practical experience Trim Acoustics can offer a wide range of solutions via the telephone and on site.

T +44 (0)20 84430099 www.trimacoustics.co.uk

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Building Classified

+THE TIMBER ENGINEERING EXPERTS GYPSOL anhydrite screed binder: The new name from an established manufacturer: • Offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to labour intensive and problematic

traditional sand cement screeds

Scotts Timber Engineering is an exciting new company that has been established in the West Midlands, with the support and resources of a well established and respected family business, Scotts of Thrapston.

• Well suited to all building types.

This new, innovative company specialises in timber engineering, taking the benefits of environmentally friendly timber as a construction material and exploiting its strengths to achieve 21st century design solutions.

Whether you are an architect, designer, main contractor, self builder or a flooring contractor, our website is designed to ensure that you have at your fingertips all of the information neccessary to maximise the benefit of GYPSOL screed in your project.

Scotts Timber Engineering personnel have the expertise to design and supply high quality roof trusses, easi-joist metal web beams, spandrel panels, feature trusses and timber frame solutions for almost any application.

We will be attending at the following shows:

+TRUSSED RAFTERS

25th–27th September 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Excel London

+QUALITY ROOF TRUSSES Roof trusses (or trussed rafters) are widely accepted as an economical method of providing a structural frame for a wide variety of roof profiles. Scotts Timber Engineering, based in the West Midlands, can offer their friendly and expert advice to create a trussed rafter roof for your application, whether domestic housing, commercial or industrial buildings. At the forefront of modern roofing technology, Scotts is fully committed to upholding the highest industry standards.

• Can be used with or without underfloor heating

6th–8th October 2015 UK Construction Week – NEC Birmingham 24th–25th October 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Edinburgh 6th–8th November 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Northern (Harrogate)

+WHAT ARE ROOF TRUSSES? Roof trusses are individually designed pre-fabricated timber components made from strength-graded timber and joined together with punched metal plate connectors.

They provide a structural framework to support the roof fabric of a building, ceilings and floors. Pre-fabricated timber trussed rafters are used in over 90% of all modern housing developments and an ever increasing proportion of commercial buildings.

10th–11th November 2015 Greenbuild Expo – Manchester 21st–22nd November 2015 The National Homebuilding and Renovating Show – Southwest (Somerset/Bath)

Please contact us on 01928 574574 Email: ff@francisflower.co.uk | www.gypsol.co.uk Please follow us: @GypsolScreed

Roof Trusses from Scotts Timber Engineering offer the benefit of being manufactured from high grade softwood, a renewable resource, in quality controlled factory conditions to achieve the most efficient design as well as inherent Health and Safety benefits.

For more information, please give Scotts Timber a call on: 01527 520550 Email: trusses@scottste.co.uk | www.scottste.co.uk

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Gray

Established 1969

We specialise in the design & manufacture of Timber Frame Buildings, Trussed Rafters, Holiday Lodges & Ecojoist engineered floor beams Hedge, Copse & Woodland planting (Transplants to semi-mature) Cultivation & Seeding Paddocks etc Turfing

To discuss your project call us now! 01262 481511 www.yorkshiretimbereng.com

INDEPENDENT FLOOD MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS With 50 years’ combined experience and expertise in the flood risk management, flood protection and flood control industry, Aquobex provides protection in the forms of flood resistance (dry-proofing) and flood resilience (wet-proofing) for businesses, communities, homes and infrastructure.

All aspects of Tree Work, Surveys and Reports to BS5837:2012 Trees in Relation to Design, demolition and construction – Recommendations

Tel: 01892 853232 • Fax: 01892 853434 Email: enquiries@dolwinandgray.co.uk www.dolwinandgray.co.uk

Our approach takes the form of an accredited, wholly independent and insurable service delivered in a supportive, consultancy style.

For more information on flood management solutions relevant to your circumstances contact the team on: 01923 518582, email: enquiries@aquobex.com or visit: www.aquobex.com

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With many years of experience in the commercial and domestic markets, Rooflight Architectural can manufacture and supply, lantern lights, pitched glazing and walk-on rooflights to any size or specification. We offer technical advice, CAD drawings and nationwide installation.

...perfect illumination

Contact 0191 273 7738

Email: sales@rooflight.co.uk • www.rooflight.co.uk

CORVUS ECOLOGY CONSULTING was formed two and a half years ago following 14 years working in professional consultancy. Our aim is to provide well researched, cost-effective pragmatic ecological solutions without compromising our overall ethos.

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We utilise advice from experienced and licensed ecologists to provide sustainable, professional and cost-effective solutions to assist in the development process.

We carry out a full range of surveys ranging from a simple constraints survey which would indicate what there might be on a section of land that is being considered for potential development, to a full scale suite of surveys to satisfy planning conditions.

Corvus Ecology Consulting

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION telephone 01524 761822 www.corvusecologyconsulting.co.uk

Are you worried about the damage water leaks cause in your bathrooms and shower areas? or the costly clean-up and redecorating? but you still want to keep your existing shower curtains...at last there is a solution.

Splashblade is an elegant white, anodised or chrome finished aluminium profile with a stainless steel insert that is simply attached to the wall adjacent to the shower head by industrial grab adhesive tape.

Tel: +44 (0)114 2359048 • www.splashblade.com

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Commitment to Excellence

Providing Expert Tree Care Since 2005 Building Solutions UK is proud to present Cedarwood Tree Care and commend its team for achieving its highly coveted Commitment to Excellence profile.

retaining trees on a development site will make development unviable. However, there is an array of tools available to enable developers to achieve what was previously unthinkable. It is now possible to construct parking near to trees, and to plant trees in the middle of car parks. For one client who needed to create additional parking near his offices, and bought the derelict land from the local authority, the requirement to plant new trees on the site was proving challenging as there was little space available. Someone suggested reducing the number of parking spaces! However, with the use of subterranean infrastructure, we

The team at Cedarwood Tree Care work hard to provide a high quality service to clients seeking to manage trees. From the assessment of trees for safety through to amenity management and assessing for retention suitability on potential development sites, they apply best practice and pioneering ideas to equip clients whether you have one tree or many.

Led by principle consultant Mark Chester, an accredited expert witness, advice can be provided on a range of scenarios from Home Buyer Tree Reports to guide mortgage applications, tree safety inspections, tree reports to BS 5837:2012 (often required by local authorities for planning applications involving trees) and providing amenity tree valuations. Money may not grow on trees, but we can provide a monetary value depending on the situation.

(Pictured) Mark Chester, Principle Consultant at Cedarwood Treecare

Dealing with trees within Conservation Areas and those subject to Tree Preservation Orders, whether within a development scenario or not, can present different challenges. One client with a Willow tree in a Conservation Area proposed for felling was informed that a TPO was to be served on the tree to protect it. He felt helpless in knowing how to resolve the issue, until he called for our help. We were able to identify appropriate pruning and soon obtained the necessary consent.

When a new TPO is made, we can provide an appropriate response, whether objecting or ensuring accuracy. We can also help with tree work applications and appeals. Boundary disputes can become protracted and emotive. We seek to identify the key issues and propose solutions, and whatever the issue, our in-house expert is willing to attend court if needed.

were able to accommodate the trees with soil in reinforced crates under the parking bays, enabling the planning conditions to be met and the site enhanced. Other pioneering ideas include using NFC tags for trees, which allows information with smartphones and tablets.”

What makes us different? We are committed to excellence, and have been subject to a range of independent assessments for the skills we offer.

Principal consultant Mark Chester, he is both a qualified Professional Tree Inspector and hands the prestigious ISA TRAQ qualification. Our report template for BS5837 tree reports has been peer reviewed to ensure it meets the requirements of the standard. Mark is also a Cardiff University Expert Witness. A Fellow of the Arboricultural Association, he commits to keeping up to date with CPD to ensure our advice is timely and relevant.

T +44 (0)1981 570426 enquiries@cedarwoodtreecare.co.uk www.cedarwoodtreecare.co.uk

We seek to keep up to date with pioneering ideas.

This includes the selection of trees suitable for each situation. People sometimes assume that

Architectural & Structural Specialists Building Solutions UK is delighted to present Demon Designs with its highlyregarded Commitment to Excellence profile.

design opportunities means that products can be tailored particularly to accommodate side hung or pivoting versions, self-closing or free swing.

The company, which specialises in the provision of bespoke glass design solutions, is located in in Ford, near Arundel, West Sussex. Established in 2011, the refined specialists are best known for supplying and fitting meticulously constructed staircases and balustrades, splashbacks, shop fronts, walk-on glass floors/bridges, glass ceilings, glass roofs and aluminium curtain walling. Their work also extends to custom-made door solutions, automatic entrances, sliding glass doors, shop fronts and glass canopies.

“What sets us apart from other companies is our wide range of experience and in-depth product knowledge,” commented Dominic Meakins, founder and owner of Demon Designs. “If it’s made of glass we can do it!

Our in-house team each have over 20 years’ experience, and they have a reputation for design excellence. We have provided design consultancy for a wide range of clients, including some competitors, and you can’t get much better praise than a competitor asking you for advice!”

Essentially, Demon Designs offers a one-stop service for all glass product requirements.

They supply a vast range of flush, individually fabricated double glazed acoustic doors achieving up to 44dB(Rw) acoustic performance, and the promise of bespoke

The organisation has a vast client base, serving both small and medium sized building contractors as well as general builders, domestic customers and large construction companies. They are happy to take on a variety of different projects; previous jobs

have included installing automatic doors at the visually distinctive Walkie Talkie building on Fenchurch Street in Central London, as well as the general fitting of kitchen splashbacks and shower screens.

more in-house capability,” Dominic explained.

“Our new unit (only 2 doors away from our current unit) is twice the size, and will feature a dedicated clean-room for manufacturing our flush, double glazed acoustic doors.

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

“These flush, double glazed acoustic doors are our biggest area of expansion at the moment.

They provide good sound reducing qualities while still providing the clean glass look that is required in modern offices. We have several standard designs, but also can make bespoke versions to suit our clients’ needs. With our new premises, we will now also be holding stock of standard door sizes, to enable us to provide the fastest turnaround in the industry!”

Continued development and popularity has resulted in the business moving to a larger site, “Due to our success over the last 4 years, we are expanding into bigger premises to enable

Contact T +44 (0)1903 733206 info@demon-designs.co.uk www.demon-designs.co.uk

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Testing, Measurement & Controls News

New Brochure Oil & Gas Coatings With today’s oil & gas exploration pushing deeper, drilling tools have to contend with increasingly demanding conditions.

Wear, corrosion and extreme temperatures create one of the most demanding environments known to design engineers.

Making matters worse, remote and offshore locations add a logistic challenge that requires your equipment to outperform and keep on drilling. Engineered surface treatments can do an incredible job protecting equipment in harsh environments, giving you that edge required to operate faster, longer and safer.

AHC offers a wide range of

surface treatment and coating solutions for protecting and enhancing critical engineered components.

2dB) which meets the IEC 61094-4 standard for test and measurement microphones.

This covers infrasound which is below the normal hearing range for adults.

Our applications engineers can help you select the right coating to match your field requirements and material specifications.

A new 1/2” microphone and preamplifier system, model 378A07 from PCB Piezotronics, Inc. aids in low frequency testing, ideal for studies ranging from wind turbines to natural events like tornadoes.

Download our new brochure Oil & Gas Coatings via our website and get an impression of what we can do for your equipment.

Low frequency measurements are commonly required for wind turbines, sonic booms, diesel engines and specialized loudspeaker systems to name a few. Natural events such as tornadoes and earthquakes emit very low frequency pressure waves which can travel long distances without being blocked. Model 378A07 microphones can detect these low frequency signatures as potential danger.

Yours AHC Oberflächentechnik GmbH Contact www.ahc-surface.com

Oils & Lubricants News

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Our company are proud to have been in business for over 20 years and our knowledge has helped our customers maintain their machinery. Our fitters are trained in the Beka-Max factory in Germany. Please feel free to contact us to discuss your requirements.

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New ½” Low Frequency Microphone for Infrasound Measurements

This free-field prepolarized microphone has a frequency range of 0.13 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-

PCB® carries a full complement of prepolarized and externally polarized condenser microphones and preamplifiers.

Prepolarized microphones use standard coaxial cables and are ICP® compliant, allowing power supplies to be shared with other ICP® compliant products such as accelerometers. This interchangeability can result in a significant per-channel cost savings as well as reduce test set-up time. The 378A07 microphone is A2LA and ILAC accredited.

Like all PCB products, it comes with a ‘Total Customer Satisfaction’ guarantee.

Microphone model 378A07 is in stock and available for immediate shipment.

For additional information please contact Mark Valentino, Product Manager, at (866) 8168892 or via email at: mvalentino@pcb.com

Water and Dust Resistant Test and Measurement Microphone A new 1/2” (12mm) microphone and preamplifier system, model 130A24, is available from PCB Piezotronics, Inc. This array microphone is for use in applications where moisture, oil splash and contamination are a concern. Typical applications include brake and tire noise, industrial machinery noise, environmental noise, leak detection and general purpose acoustic tests. The phase characteristics of this microphone are tailored for noise source location applications such as holography, beamforming, acoustic cameras and sound pressure mapping.

Model 130A24 has a replaceable water and dust resistant cover. This acoustically transparent protective cover provides an unobtrusive alternative to windscreens and more consistent response than rubber covers. This array microphone is equipped with a rugged stainless steel grid cap similar to those used on high end condenser microphones.

field microphone applications.

PCB carries a full complement of prepolarized and externally polarized condenser microphones and preamplifiers.

Prepolarized microphones use standard coaxial cables and are ICP® compliant, allowing power supplies to be shared with other ICP® compliant products such as accelerometers, pressure and force sensors.

This interchangeability can result in a significant per-channel cost savings as well as reduce test set-up time. PCB products are backed by our best in class warranty and Total Customer Satisfaction policy.

Model 130A24 is a stock item and available for immediate shipment.

For additional information please visit www.pcb.com/acoustics or contact Mark Valentino, Product Manager, at: (866) 8168892 or email at: mvalentino@pcb.com

The 130A24 has a wide dynamic range, from 30 dBA (inherent noise level) to 150 dB. Although the 130A24 is optimized for flat response in a free-field, it also provides excellent response in pressure and diffuse

Sample preparation equipment and laboratory automation Datech Scientific Limited (DSL) specialise in sample preparation equipment and laboratory automation solutions for XRF, XRD, OES, ICP and other industrial analyses.

We are the official UK and Irish agents for world leaders in sample preparation equipment; HERZOG Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, and laboratory automation and systems integrator; Nucomat C.V, together bringing our customers an extensive range of sample preparation equipment and laboratory automation solutions.

Lab Innovations 2014 saw DSL return for the third year running, with a brand new ‘virtual’ stand. Our exciting visual display showcased the full range of our products, with video clips and laboratory

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automation animations.

2015 has seen the launch of the new Herzog Bench-Top Electric Pelletising Press – TP20E for XRF analysis. This electric press produces perfect pellets at the press of a button, pressing up to 200KN, eliminating the use of a hand-pump. It can either free-press, press into aluminium cups or steel rings.

The pressure is built up automatically using a hydraulic aggregate instead of a hand pump. This means significant reduced physical workload, more comfortable working conditions and efficiency enhancement for the operator.

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Industrial News

Specialist Manufacturer Slanetrac acknowledged for 10 Years in Engineering Excellence Having been frequently recognised as an outstanding performer in the development of specialist mini track dumpers and peripherals for mini diggers and hedge cutters, Slanetrac has experienced steady growth and great success in the mechanical engineering sector during the course of its decade in the trade.

The company, which is located in Slane, Ireland, is renowned for manufacturing the finest industrial components, built in-house at a fully-equipped production facility. As well as supplying track dumpers, hedge cutters, saw heads, plastic flails, swivel trims and steel wire brushes, the business also has the competency to undertake one off custom engineering duties. It can capably carry out all other specialist forms of engineering, including welding, machining, plasma cutting and fabrication.

Slanetrac has established itself as a leading manufacturer, developer and producer of this particular equipment, serving clients such as end users, landscape gardeners and those involved in the plant works industry. It supplies the Slanetrac HC Hedge Trimmer attachments for mini diggers ranging from 1-7 ton as well as the Slanetrac HS55 Saw

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Adrian Clarke, Sales Co-ordinator at Slanetrac, said this continued success is due to the company’s rapid growth and development, “We have progressed greatly over the past 10 years,” he explained. “This achievement is largely due to the expansion we have experienced through getting the Slanetrac name out there effectively. We have managed to significantly increase our customer base by offering our services across all of the areas we operate in.

“In terms of recent changes, we have experienced further expansions by selling to more companies across some of the main European countries (including Australia, America, Russia, France and Holland). We are looking to break into the Scandinavian market in the near future, and our main priority centres on the continuation of what we are doing in order to secure more sales.”

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“Nobody else in the industry offers what we do,” Adrian continued. “Although it is admittedly a niche market, we stand out from our competitors because everything we do is completed in-house. All of the necessary processes right from the build and design through to the manufacture and assembly is done internally, so we have a great deal of expertise in these areas.”

The company has already attended many trade shows this year, including LAMMA 2015 in January and INTERMAT Paris in April. They will be attending the Executive Hire Show next year, which will take place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry from 10-11 February 2016.

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Drayton Tank & Accessories Ltd Specialists in Water Storage Tanks Drayton Tanks produces one of the largest ranges of (GRP) Glass Reinforced Plastic water tanks for both hot and cold water storage as well as chemical and other solutions.

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Dedicated to making noise measurement simple Cirrus Research specialises in the design, manufacture and distribution of noise measurement instruments that help clients meet the requirements of standards and legislation worldwide.

Founded in 1970, Cirrus incorporates the latest scientific and technical developments to produce instruments that accurately measure noise levels and exposure. Manufactured in the UK, Cirrus noise measurement instruments are used in a wide range of applications and across many different industries.

Cirrus Research’s clients stretch across the UK and internationally, from Network Rail to construction giants who work on some of the biggest projects in the world. Their instruments are used in places as far apart as quarries, mines and airports to opera houses, outdoor festivals such as Glastonbury, and nightclubs. They also have the Trojan2 Noise Nuisance Recorder, which gets deployed in

rest of the Cirrus product range, the Revo boasts the same easy functionality to make vibration monitoring simple, allowing you to capture vibration data for any application easily.

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by Local Authorities and Housing Associations who are constantly investigating noise complaints as part of neighbour disputes.

Recently, Cirrus Research has diversified into vibration monitoring with the new Revo Vibration Meter.

Revo delivers everything you need to measure vibration exposure. Like the

It is ideal for monitoring hand-arm vibration and whole body vibration exposure, as well as vibration from passenger and merchant ships, machinery, vehicles and other vibrating structures. The Revo is due to be launched at Excel London in June 2015, which will be its first introduction to the UK market.

Due to an increasing demand across the UK, Cirrus Research has expanded their sales team, which is great news for the company.

Prescribing noise and vibration solutions Cirrus Research recently took its Noise Doctor product and advisory clinic to the Safety & Health Expo. The team of experts offered advice, information and product demonstrations on a wide range of sound level meters, noise dosimeters and training courses.

Cirrus also showcased the new REVO – its first vibration monitor. REVO provides a simple and convenient way to measure, analyse and assess vibration data – suitable for assessing hard-arm or whole body vibration exposure. REVO proved to be a particular success at the exhibition, which took place in June this year and is known for being the UK’s largest event focusing on global health and safety.

Dosimeter. Delegates also had the chance to enter the Cirrus digital ‘Play Your Sounds Right’ on the stand using two large touchscreens.

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Founded in 2013, the Sheffield-based business is the go-to-place for all of your 3D printing needs.

The centre offers a wide range of printing parts, accessories and services, from customised kits to high end branded machinery.

With over 25 years of experience in providing cost-effective, quality surveys, Vibration Monitoring has the ability to undertake any vibration monitoring which can be tailored accordingly to suit all needs and budgets. Its services include machine vibration monitoring, thermal imaging surveys, demolition monitoring, piling monitoring and building vibration monitoring.

The Kent-based business focuses on the utilisation of highly accurate and dependable sensors, analytics and diagnostic software; providing asset security and protection across a range of industries. Its clients typically consist of demolition/construction companies and facilities management organisations, as well as those involved in the heavy plant sector.

“There are multiple benefits of using our services,” commented Julie Collins, representative at Vibration Monitoring Services. “Monitoring vibration caused by demolition and piling sites ensures that there is reduced distress to residents during ground works whilst keeping damage to the surrounding properties to an absolute minimum. Thermal imaging helps to detect hotspots which will prevent fires and reduce overall repair costs and general machine monitoring reduces equipment failures, which will save

Do 3D Printing team are experts in computer science, technology design, innovation and business administration, so they are completely equipped to handle any related enquiries. This team of highly knowledgeable specialists will be on hand to provide practical and honest advice due to their penchant for customer satisfaction and absolute integrity.

The company has the competency to provide printing services in all materials (including metals), as well as offering a full range of printer parts for building and maintenance purposes.

Their policy centres on providing the best possible results with ease and efficiency, whilst at the same time guaranteeing competitive rates.

customers unnecessary expensive equipment replacement costs and loss of production in the long run.

“We can essentially work with any rotating equipment such as motors and pumps, air conditioning units, mechanical & thermal imaging carried out on electrical switchboards and rotating machinery and at demolition & piling sites monitoring the vibration generated.”

The company’s high level of professionalism is indisputable, as it is accredited through SAFEcontractor, a programme recognising stringent compliancy of health and safety practice amongst UK contractors. Its refined expertise to detect faults through the significantly effective method of measuring machine conditions ensures that repairs are scheduled efficiently before catastrophic failures occur. This, in turn, enables companies to markedly reduce maintenance costs whilst maximising plant availability.

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According to Darren Barker, Director at We Do 3D Printing, their refined skills in this particular niche is what makes the business stand out the most. “3D printing is what we do full time; this emphasis is one of our main advantages,” he explained. “Other companies provide 3D printing as an additional service, whilst here it is our principle focus, so we have a great deal of knowledge in this specialism. The fact we have a store where clients can come and visit is another benefit which makes us more appealing than our competitors.”

Previous customers have commented that this is very useful, and it’s something they haven’t typically seen provided before in relation to 3D printing. You can come down to the shop

We Do 3D Printing appeared at the TCT last year, where they were met with an incredibly positive reception from the 8,000 visitors who attended.

Their presence proved so successful (they were even noted as one of the Top 20 Stall Holders at the event) that the company are returning to the next edition of the inspirational showcase, which will take place at the NEC between 30 September-1 October 2015 – visit them at stand J35.

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and see the printing parts and the services we provide for yourself – everyone else in the market differs in the respect that they rely solely on an internet-based presence.

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Specialists in packaging solutions Here at JJA PACK we build, install and maintain state of the art filling and packaging machines JJA PACK is a company with a worldwide reputation for service and support of cup filling and bottle filling machines for the food and beverage industry. The company was founded by Jamie Ashpole who rapidly developed a strong reputation for innovative solutions, engineering excellence and customer service.

JJA PACK are renowned filling machinery specialists with over 10 years experience.

The company was originally formed to satisfy the growing demands of several leading dairies, to provide quality machinery and support services from an independent Britishcompany as a true alternative to existing international corporations. From these humble beginnings, the company has achieved worldwide respect and continues to develop and supply a comprehensive range of new and quality refurbished cup filling machinery to suit a wide variety of applications.

JJA PACK are highly experienced in filling machinery manufactured by companies such as Duckworth, Colunio, Trustpak, BWI Fords and Volumet, to name just a few. The company product range is further enhanced with a choice of specialist packaging equipment, designed and manufactured by our partner companies and fully supported within the UK and Ireland.

JJA PACK has an active product development program designed to ensure that the company remains at the forefront of equipment and process developments and is proud of its reputation as a customer-focused business, with the highest levels of customer service. JJA PACK equipment operate on a global basis and many of the worlds leading producers and brand-owners have multiple-machine installations.

The company philosophy and the success of our customer service are based simply upon the promise to do what we say, when we say.

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Scotts Timber Engineering is an exciting new company that has been established in the West Midlands, with the support and resources of a well established and respected family business, Scotts of Thrapston.

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EG Newell: Grinding Machines and Lathe Specialist Solutions UK is incredibly pleased to feature EG Newell, a grinding machines and lathe specialist, as its highly regarded Grinding Machines & Lathe Specialist Company of Choice for its impressive 45 years of trade in the machine tool industry.

Having specialised in rebuilding machinery since 1969, the business has secured itself as a brand with real longevity and great purpose in the tooling sector. It operates from two factory units; it occupies facilities based in Coventry and an office located in Warwick, complete with a well-equipped tool room featuring a stock of machinery and associated accessories.

The well-established company boasts an extensive selection of machinery (including CNC Grinding, Lathes and Milling machines) and services, specialising primarily in grinding machines and lathes. It has the capability to stock, build, fix and recondition specialist apparatus, and orders can be taken for turnkey products. The team can also purchase machinery per customers’ requests, or take items into the workshop to be individually repaired or rebuilt.

“With EG Newell you are guaranteed good machinery,” Ernie Newell, Founder of EG Newell, commented. “It is much less expensive than buying new equipment, plus you can buy machinery from us which is no longer manufactured. We stand out from our competitors in the marketplace because of our specialisation – particularly in regards to grinding machines and internal grinders – for example, nobody else specialises on Heald Internal Grinders such as model 273A’s.”

Its long-running prominence in the industry is due to continued hard work and commitment, as the business has overcome many economical obstacles. “Our persistence has enabled us to succeed in the industry over such a long

at what we do; people still wanted to use the services we provide because of our consistent professionalism and advanced expertise. At the moment we are doing exceedingly well, the last twelve months in particular has been fantastic for us and we have started off this year even stronger than before. Since the financial year started in April we have continued to perform in an exceptional manner – if we keep moving forwards at this pace then we are on form to treble the income of our business.”

(Pictured) Ernie Newell, Founder of EG Newell period of time,” Ernie explained. “From 1969 – 1980 we had 36 employees and back then there were a series of recessions – we even started up the company during one!

But we have weathered them all effectively, continuing to go forward despite experiencing such difficult financial times.

“We bounced back because of the fact that we are good

StockSafe, a new way to prevent breakages Hundreds of Millions of pounds are being lost in the Logistics and Distribution industry through damaged stock. With StockSafe you reduce the cost of breakage and spillage and the peripheral costs of slip and trip accidents, and recoup. The beauty of StockSafe is that it doesn’t slow down the order fulfillment process. It sits permanently within the racking.

HSE reported that in 2013/2014 that 90% of slip trip and accidents happen when the floor is contaminated. Also, that there were more fatal and major incidents in this period. My own research indicates that nobody takes less than 7 days off following an accident. So can you afford not to invest in StockSafe?

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EG Newell has a large client base, with customers spanning various industries. Its machinery and specialist services are utilised by both small and medium sized companies throughout the country and beyond, serving organisations in Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Cornwall (amongst many other locations). It is indisputably the machining company of choice simply because of its renowned speciality for grinding machines and lathes; you will be unlikely to find any other business with such a refined knowledge in this particular niche. Customers from the past keep coming back.

We at Practical Warehouse Solutions are delighted to win an ‘Archie’ award for Excellence in the category of Environment by the Fork Lift Truck Association.

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Seton shares best practice to achieve award-winning customer service In June 2015, Seton won the highly acclaimed European Catalogue & Mail Order Direct Commerce (ECMOD) Outstanding Customer Service Award. The company wanted to share their ideas around best practice in customer service to shed some light on why they were a cut above the rest against tough competition.

He had been observing damage to stock and people in various warehouse settings.

Determined to solve the problem he began to turn ideas into drawings, final design and prototype and patent.

The machinery experts have worked comprehensively hard to maintain their position at the forefront of the industry and plan to upkeep this privileged status by sustaining their current level of customer service and dedication. When discussing its position in the market, Ernie summarised: “We have obtained much interest from exhibitions in the past; attendance has provided us with the opportunity to showcase our products and services and obtain new clients. One particularly memorable customer connected with us at a trade show and they have continued to use our services for over 10 years! We gain great coverage and custom through advertising and recommendations; so the plan is to carry on as usual going forwards, continuing to provide an incredibly good service for all of our customers.”

Chris Humphrey, Director of Sales and Customer Service, believes that getting close to the customer is the key to Seton’s success, “We put the customer at the centre and build everything we do around what they want and need. We listen to them through regular surveys, Feefo, and ‘Packed with Pride’ feedback slips in customer orders to understand how we can deliver a customer experience better than any of our competitors, and actually take action to make that happen”.

Through Feefo, overall positive feedback scores for 2014 were: 95.1% for service and 96.4% for products. These high scores contributed to Seton being awarded ‘Gold Trusted Merchant’ accreditation from Feefo for the last two years running. Seton was also recently selected to join the Google Certified Shop program, only available to e-commerce sites that demonstrate a track record of on-time shipping and excellent customer service.

customers also rely on them for expertise.

Legislation Watch is a free resource that provides regular, up-to-date, easy to digest information on workplace legislation, and health and safety issues. Feedback from readers confirms that this is considered an invaluable reference that enhances the reputation of Seton as an expert in health and safety.

In addition to listening to the customer and providing added-value resources, Seton provides new employees with a rigorous training plan to achieve excellence; and sets challenging targets in areas such as first call resolution, call quality measures, speed of despatch and delivery, and service levels in order to provide an award-winning customer experience at every step.

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