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Brighter times lie ahead for the UK construction industry as the economic recovery gathers pace and private sector investment picks up following the General Election, according to the new mid-year Glenigan Construction forecast.
The forecast predicts that new project starts in the private housing, offices, hotel & leisure, retail and industrial sectors will all increase from next year as investor confidence returns and political uncertainty fades.
The prospect of lower mortgage rates, an upturn in property transactions, and rising consumer confidence all bode well for new housing demand.
In the public sector, activity is likely to be held back in the short term ahead of a new government’s Spending Review. But civil engineering activity is set to continue growing beyond this year helped by more investment by water utilities and on renewable energy projects.
After a 3% increase in the value of underlying (under £100 million) project starts this year, the new Glenigan Construction Forecast sees continuing rises of 7% next year and a further 6% in 2026.
Having staged a tentative recovery this year, private housebuilding stands out as the most promising sector for new construction activity in coming years. Following a 2% rise in project starts in the sector this year, Glenigan is now forecasting a 14% upturn in 2025 with a further 6% increase in 2026.
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As things stand, the South East continues to see the largest share of planning approvals for new private housing developments of any region, worth over £7.5 billion last year. But recent Glenigan data pointing to an upturn in planning approvals this year for housing schemes in the East of England, the North West and the South West suggests other regions are well-placed to see increases in new starts.
Glenigan data gives numerous examples of private housing developments of all sizes getting underway across the country.
New office project starts are set to grow thanks to buoyant demand for premium, energy-efficient space and more refurbishment work as firms adapt their accommodation to hybrid working.
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6 Product Highlights
Roofing, External Walls & Insulation
Floors, Walls & Ceilings 14 Heating, Plumbing & Ventilation
Promat
Assured fire protection for walk-on glass floors
Promat SYSTEMGLAS® fire resistant glazing systems enable architects and developers to maximise natural light within buildings by using glass in separating floors and ceilings. In addition to being able to support high loads, walk-on glass floors must offer assured fire resistance. The glass specification must prevent fire spreading between the floors of a building and ensure it retains its integrity when subjected to intense heat and flames. Promat offers a glass floor solution that meets all the requirements for commercial and public buildings, as well as high end residential properties, with its SYSTEMGLAS Stratum solution. Designed and tested as a complete system – the glass, framing, seals and all other components – Stratum provides integrity and insulation (EI) fire resistance of either 30 or 60 minutes.
B1 The Innovation Centre, Heywood Distribution Park, Lancashire, OL10 2TS T: 0800 588 4444 E: promatglass@etexgroup.com www.promat.com/en-gb
ENQUIRY 02
Michelmersh
FabSpeed launches lightweight brick façade system
The CMS40 Façade System by FabSpeed is a Michelmersh Group brand, in collaboration with fellow industry leaders, Cladmate Façade Systems. CMS40 is a lightweight, easy-to-install, cost-effective system that integrates mechanically fixed, non-combustible brick slips to offer the beautiful clay aesthetic that we all know and love. It is suitable for multiple construction projects, ranging from volume high or low-rise projects to new builds or retrofit applications and can be applied to both indoor and outdoor façades. By blending traditional brickwork aesthetics with advanced rainscreen cladding solutions, CMS40 sets a new standard in architectural versatility and performance CMS40 offers numerous benefits, including reduced on-site labour, installation cost savings, improved production safety and quality procedures, enhanced precision and environmental advantages. Freshfield Lane, Danehill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH17 7HH T: 0844 931 0022 E: sales@mbhplc.co.uk
www.mbhplc.co.uk/cms40-facade-system
Marshalls
New Lunar® Paving case study: Memoria Crematorium
In Barnby Dun, Doncaster, the new Memoria Crematorium exemplifies exceptional service and support for grieving families. To address the pressing need for expanded bereavement services, Marshalls collaborated with MPave to create a serene garden of remembrance. The project features a round pool surrounded by meticulously landscaped gardens. A significant highlight is the use of Marshalls’ innovative Lunar® paving. This modular paving, inspired by granite, enhances the crematorium’s tranquillity with its unique concrete aesthetic and patented colour technology. The Rosa palette introduces a calming pink tone, enriching the peaceful atmosphere. Sustainability was a core consideration, and the UK’s first electric cremator and locally produced materials like Lunar®, Keyblok®, and Tegula® paving reduced the carbon footprint.
T: 0333 2202737 E: orders@marshalls.co.uk
www.marshalls.co.uk/lunar
ENQUIRY 03
Hunter Douglas Architectural
Hunter Douglas unveils Tavola Closed Baffles
Hunter Douglas Architectural proudly announces the launch of its latest creation: the Tavola™ Closed Baffle system. The Tavola™ Closed Baffle system is a closed ceiling design that seamlessly combines two distinct metal ceiling panels: the Tavola™ baffle and linear panel 150C. This results in a sophisticated aesthetic that surpasses traditional open baffle ceilings. One of the key advantages lies in its efficiency: the closed ceiling construction eliminates the need for finishing the ceiling plenum, such as painting. The flat linear panel, available in black, hides unpainted areas for a polished finish and also conceals imperfections and distractions in the ceiling plenum, enhancing the visual appeal. With both available in a wide range of colours and finishes, designers can create diverse and captivating ceilings.
Suite 2, Newton House, Kings Park Road, Northampton, NN3 6LG T: 01604 648229 E: info@hunterdouglas.co.uk
www.hunterdouglasarchitectural.co.uk
CUPA PIZARRAS
Traditional aesthetics and modern fire safety
To complement surrounding architecture and ensure fire regulation compliance, CUPA PIZARRAS’ CUPACLAD® 101 Logic natural slate rainscreen cladding system has been used on new-build apartments in the Cornish coastal town of Padstow. Due to the evolving fire regulations at the time of the project’s design and specification, the project team wanted to ensure compliance regardless of new requirements. Therefore, the decision was made to clad the threestorey apartment building in an A1 rated system. CUPACLAD® from CUPA PIZARRAS was selected, with the 101 Logic system specifically chosen to achieve the balance between traditional and contemporary aesthetics that the project required. The BBA certified CUPACLAD® system features 40cm x 20cm CUPA PIZARRAS natural slates with a thickness of 7.5mm. It has an invisible fixing system.
52 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0AU T: 020 3318 4455 E: uk@cupapizarras.com www.cupapizarras.com/uk
ENQUIRY 06
Domus Ventilation
Domus Ventilation launches dMEV-NICO fan
Domus Ventilation has launched a new Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) fan, dMEV-NICO, to provide continuous background extract ventilation for new build properties. For housebuilders, dMEV-NICO provides a cost effective extract solution that has been built to achieve the ventilation rates as set out in the latest edition of Part F and L Building Regulations. It also has low life cycle and maintenance costs, is virtually silent operation, and has a modern, unobtrusive aesthetic that makes it suitable for all styles of home. Highly flexible, dMEV-NICO is suitable for wall, ceiling and window mounting. Wall and in-room installation kits, which come with all the necessary parts to fit the fan make for a swift, straightforward installation.
Climate House, Western Industrial Estate, Caerphilly CF83 1BQ T: 03443 715523 E: vent.sales@domusventilation.co.uk domusventilation.co.uk
TYDE
Thomas Dudley signals end of leaky valves
Thomas Dudley announces the launch of Quantum, its new Pushbutton Operated Leak-Free Syphonic Toilet Flush Valve. Quantum is the first button operated mechanically activated syphon and comes equipped with a user-friendly pushbutton mechanism, providing a convenient and intuitive flushing experience. Designed and engineered in the UK, Quantum incorporates advanced syphonic technology that lifts water with no power assistance in order to eliminate leaks and minimise water wastage. Thomas Dudley is committed to sustainability, and the new Quantum reflects that commitment. Quantum boasts a hassle-free installation process and requires a reduced amount of maintenance.
295 Birmingham New Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 4SJ T: 0121 530 7000 E: info@tyde.co.uk www.thomasdudley.co.uk/tyde
ENQUIRY 07
Grass Concrete
BETOCONCEPT dry-build for vertical landscaping
Grass Concrete offer retaining walls for road highways or the simplest garden or boundary walls. The Betoconcept range brings different shapes and styles to accommodate planting on high or low walls. With individual interlocking blocks and dry-build interconnectivity the range offers the ability to free-form wall layouts in single or terraced wall format. Interlocking units enable a quick and easy construction process even with complex curves, ground embankments and weight surcharges with various wall heights. Dry built blocks interlock to form the required face angle and provide adequate soil pockets for all types of plants, shrubs and climbers. Good drainage and water capture with the stepped bank helps keep landscape maintenance to a minimum. Retaining wall range bringing together both structural integrity and landscape design options.
Duncan House, 142 Thornes Lane, Thornes, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 7RE T: 01924 379 443 E: info@grasscrete.com
Product Highlights
Garador’s side-hinged Windsor designed for modern living
Garador’s Windsor side-hinged door, with its modern design and useful features, is without doubt one of the standout garage doors of 2024.
The Windsor side-hinged door has been specifically designed for homeowners requiring frequent access to their garage. With its simple push down level handle, homeowners can easily pop into the garage to retrieve or store essential items, from small gardening tools to larger equipment or bicycles. Outward opening doors also mean it is suitable for parking a vehicle inside the garage as well.
Garador’s Windsor side-hinged door is available in a wide colour choice.
Find out more by calling 01935 443722 or visiting www.garador.co.uk
Portakabin installs Site Accommodation at iconic Admiralty Arch
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Sound absorption, style and sustainability with OWA
Acoustic ceiling systems manufacturer OWA has extended its already extensive range of OWAtecta metal ceiling solutions with the introduction of the new S14 acoustic canopy.
Suitable for use across the sectors, including education, hospitality and commercial offices, S14 has been designed to enhance any contemporary open-plan interior space while offering class A sound absorption.
The standard rectangular-shaped 2 m by 1 m canopies come in one piece to create stunning ‘floating’ ceiling designs and have an integrated acoustic pad and suspension rods which make them easy to install and relocate. S14 can also be made to order to meet bespoke design requirements, including a variety of different sizes, shapes, colours, perforations and mesh patterns.
London’s first Waldorf Astoria property is set to open in Admiralty Arch in 2025, with site accommodation for the restoration provided by Portakabin.
In total, Portakabin installed 56 site accommodation modules spread over four-storeys, which will be in place at this iconic location for two years. Delivery of this unique project took a total of four weeks, with seven days of initial install followed by three weeks of fit out and completion.
The Portakabin site accommodation team worked in close collaboration with Knight Build throughout the design process and during the install to deliver the project in what was a very logistically challenging space, on to a 7m high gantry adjacent to a busy Trafalgar Square.
The space provided will accommodate up to 350 contract workers and will be used for both office and welfare facilities.
Tracy Hilton, Business Development Manager for Site Accommodation at Portakabin said: “It was brilliant to work collaboratively with Knight Build on both the design and install process. Installing over 50 modules on a complex and logistically challenging site adjacent to Trafalgar Square is something that my team and I have been proud to deliver.
“It has been amazing to see this whole project come together, from the initial design concept right through to the final fit-out and handover.”
Inside you are met with first-class, bright, spacious and eco-friendly offices and welfare accommodation.
ENQUIRY 11
Hamworthy’s new Tyneham CO2 natural refrigerant commercial heat pumps
Now available from Hamworthy Heating is the new CO2 and CO2Q range of Tyneham monobloc heat pumps with natural refrigerant, to help future proof investments.
Designed to achieve high temperatures of up to 70°C with ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) of just one thanks to the use of R744 (CO2) refrigerant, the latest CO2 and CO2Q Tyneham heat pumps are the perfect fit for both new build projects needing an efficient and low carbon solution.
Offering a stylish metal alternative to glass or mineral wool, the S14 acoustic canopies are practical to handle, durable and easy to maintain. Sustainability has been considered throughout the product’s development, with OWA manufacturing the metal S14 acoustic canopies using low carbon steel which is produced using cleaner, electric arc furnace technology.
By reducing the amount of embodied carbon generated during the manufacturing process, and thanks to its simple construction which uses minimal metal suspension, OWA’s S14 acoustic canopy has the lowest carbon footprint of all of the company’s metal ceiling systems.
OWA is also offering a take back scheme so that the products can be re-used on other projects. ENQUIRY 12
Featuring a co-efficient of performance (CoP) rating of up to 3.4, the latest range of heat pumps from Hamworthy Heating also include an invertor-controlled compressor to match the heat demand of the building accurately and efficiently. Units can be cascaded to achieve even higher outputs in larger applications.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
• A. Proctor Group
• Pyroguard
• Mapei
• Aico
• Mira
• Marshalls
• Playrite
• IronmongeryDirect Featured Companies
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A. Proctor Group
Collaboration with
park
home manufacturer to deliver fire safety
For Lissett Homes, a manufacturer of premium park homes and lodges, one customer’s request to use a different style of cladding had ramifications beyond the aesthetic appearance of the building. Minimum heights and distances are a key feature of fire safety regulations, and it is no different for park homes and lodges.
For the new ‘Bainland’ homes, the customer requested a type of vertical cladding, treated with linseed oil, which only achieves Class 4 when tested to the same standard. That meant looking at incorporating a fire-rated vapour permeable membrane behind the cladding.
The Haugh, Blairgowrie, PH10 7ER T: 01250 872261 E: contact@proctorgroup.com
“I’ve worked with A. Proctor Group for seven or eight years,” said Chris, “so they were our first port of call and together we found the right solution.” In wanting peace of mind that the new specification could offer the right level of fire safety performance, Lissett Homes benefitted from A. Proctor Group’s high level of technical support. That support started with a recommendation to use Fireshield®, a vapour permeable membrane offering Class B-s1,d0 reaction to fire when classified in accordance with BS EN 13501-1:2002 Fire classification of construction products and building elements. Classification using test data from reaction to fire tests.
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Pyroguard
Re-defining high-rise living Winter Gardens require a specific set of building materials that meet fire safety regulations, which is why Pyroguard Balustrades was recently chosen for London’s Deanston Wharf development. Noel Gilmartin, Operations Manager at Elite Architectural Systems, said: “Knowing that Pyroguard was one of few manufacturers to have a fire-rated glass solution that met the amended building regulations, we came to the conclusion with Q-Railing that Pyroguard Balustrades was the perfect product for this project.” Pyroguard Balustrades is developed specifically for use in balustrade applications over 11 metres when installed as part of a certified system. Manufactured to Reaction to Fire classification A2-s1, d0 (according to BS EN13501), Pyroguard Balustrades also offers excellent light transmission and is certified to 1B1 impact resistance rating (according to EN12600).
Millfield Lane, Haydock, Merseyside, WA11 9GA T: 01942 364735 E: info@pyroguard.eu
www.pyroguard.eu
Mapei
Sustainability-focused Mapei’s EPD’s total over 50 Mapei now has EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certification for over 500 products throughout its rangespanning adhesives, admixtures, coatings, floor preparation products, grouts and surface care products. The certification reflects Mapei’s commitment to whole life cycle sustainability, from raw materials, through manufacturing and packaging and reducing the amount of CO2 associated to the product itself. All EPD products are included within Mapei’s Product Information Library; an online resource and specification tool which lists all certifications including TDS’, SDS’, DoP’s, GEV’s and more. All Mapei solutions are specifically designed to reduce energy consumption and emissions of volatile organic compounds, promoting sustainable and quality construction.
Mapei House, Steel Park Road, Halesowen, West Midlands T: 0121 5086970 E: info@mapei.co.uk www.mapei.com
3000 SERIES
FULL CIRCLE PROTECTION
Simple and intelligent, the 3000 Series provides whole property coverage.
The technologically advanced 3000 Series includes both Multi-Sensor and Single-Sensor alarms, detecting Fire and Carbon Monoxide from just one range, while maintaining the simplicity that installers love.
Smart, connected and future-proof.
Add the Ei3000MRF for wireless interconnection and data extraction via the Ei1000G Gateway
Mira
Mira Advance Heatloop is compatible with WWHRS
Developed and manufactured by Mira Showers, the new Advance HeatloopTM is the first ever electric shower to be designed to work with Recoup waste water heat recovery systems for showers (WWHRS), revolutionising waste water efficiency and reducing energy wastage. This innovative new electric shower incorporates pioneering technologies to facilitate compatibility with WWHRS, a first for the UK. The installation of Mira Showers’ Advance HeatloopTM in conjunction with a waste water heat recovery unit will enable local councils and housing authorities to provide their tenants with an enhanced showering experience that also has sustainability and energy efficiency at its core. As a result, it will play an important role in the reduction of energy consumption and the resultant energy bills.
T: 0800 001 4040
Playrite
Tennis Centre resurfaces with Playrite’s Clayrite MF
The Westwood Campus Tennis Centre at the University of Warwick has resurfaced four outdoor artificial clay courts with the ITF-approved Playrite Clayrite MF. The key objectives were to provide better protection for users, ensure all-year-round access, and accommodate both tennis and padel. The Clayrite MF surface is designed to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, providing a natural clay-like appearance that enhances the aesthetic appeal of the Tennis Centre. Additionally, the surface supports the university’s sustainability initiatives by being durable and requiring less maintenance compared to natural clay courts. The installation is expected to significantly benefit both the university and the wider community by providing a high-quality, reliable playing surface that can be used year-round.
Wellington Mills, Huddersfield Rd, Liversedge WF15 7FH T: 01924 412488 E: info@playrite.co.uk
www.playrite.co.uk
Marshalls
Bricks incorporate carbon sequestration technology
Marshalls announce the launch of their latest line of concrete-facing bricks, Glenwall, using CarbonCure Technologies to inject waste carbon directly into the concrete mix during production. Once injected, the CO2 mineralises and becomes permanently locked into the concrete, preventing its release into the atmosphere, even upon demolition. It’s estimated that the use of CarbonCure Technologies at Marshalls will remove approximately 30,000kg of CO2 annually, contributing to a more sustainable future. With a rusticated texture adding depth and character, these bricks are available in four traditional colours and excel in longevity, showcasing frost resistance and offering Euroclass A1 fire resistance for maximum safety in construction projects. For more information on the Glenwall range, please visit their website or contact Marshalls by phone or email.
Marshalls PLC, Landscape House, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, HX5 9HT T: 01633 600 806 E: bricksbm@marshalls.co.uk
www.marshalls.co.uk
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IronmongeryDirect
Expanded
door hardware range
IronmongeryDirect’s latest catalogue features 230 new and exciting door hardware solutions from exclusive and trusted trade brands. Committed to saving customers money, IronmongeryDirect’s own Altro and Touchpoint ranges now feature a selection of budget-friendly tubular latches, with prices starting at just 89p ex.VAT. Kelly Wing, Senior Category & Direct Sourcing Manager at IronmongeryDirect said: “We’re delighted to launch our new catalogue which showcases the best of our extensive range, plus hundreds of new quality products. As part of our Trusted to Deliver promise, we’re continually focussed on ensuring customers have access to a wide choice of solutions to suit all projects and budgets.” To request a free catalogue, or view online, visit www.IronmongeryDirect.co.uk/free-catalogue. Unit 3 Scimitar Park, Courtauld Rd, Basildon, SS13 1ND T: 0300 303 88 21 E: sales@ironmongerydirect.com
www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk
Gerflor
New Homes Carpeting choose Gradus from Gerflor
New Homes Carpeting, based in Harlow, Essex, is respected for servicing some of the UK’s largest house builders.
Making the decision to re-fresh and modernise their Harlow head office, New Homes Carpeting specified Gradus Urban Myth carpet planks from international flooring specialist Gerflor, knowing that it would deliver the ideal solution for the
T: 01625 428922
E: contractuk@gerflor.com
unique and striking finish they wanted to create in their modern premises. It would prove to be a project that really showcased the world class high-quality flooring that Gerflor are synonymous with.
The Urban Myth range from Gradus is a premium loop pile carpet and is available in both tile and plank formats. The collection offers a choice of complementary shades.
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Junckers
Sports flooring for the education sector
In the past decade, Junckers has supplied its solid hardwood sports flooring to over 800 schools, colleges and universities in the UK, providing flooring solutions that fulfil the criteria set out by the Department for Education. Well-known for its high quality, performance and user safety, Junckers’ sports flooring also scores highly when comparing maintenance, refurbishment, and replacement cycles. Junckers’ 22mm solid beech floor can be sanded and refinished eight to ten times without loss of performance, and with typical 12-year intervals between refurbishments, a design life of 60+ years is easily achieved. At the same interval when a Junckers floor can be sanded and refinished, other sports flooring surfaces normally have to be replaced.
45-49 Leather Lane, London EC1N 7TJ
T: 01376 534 700 E: sales@junckers.co.uk
www.junckers.co.uk
Ted Todd
Two new collections and a click system floor
Hardwood flooring specialist Ted Todd has launched two new flooring collections, Residence and Connect, the first new collections the brand has added to its portfolio for ten years. Residence stands out through refined design and prime grade aesthetic and Connect as an innovative collection of click system floors designed for efficient commercial installations. A Ted Todd floor is a floor for life with unrivalled quality, attention to detail and superior specifications – they are proudly the leading provider of engineered and solid wood floors in the UK for homes and commercial spaces. All floors include a 30-year warranty and are available to view online, at Ted Todd retailers or in London and Cheshire at their dedicated design centres.
18 Chesford Grange, Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 4RQ
T: 0800 880 7395 E: enquiries@tedtodd.co.uk
ROOFING, EXTERNAL WALLS & INSULATION
CUPA PIZARRAS
• CUPA PIZARRAS
• Ravago
• A. Proctor Group
• Eurobrick
• Ibstock
• Marley
• Knauf Insulation Featured Companies
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CUPA PIZARRAS helps revive 19th century rectory
CUPA R12 Excellence slate from CUPA PIZARRAS has been installed as part of a spectacular redevelopment of Heworth House in York.
Matthew Groom of Brierley Groom Architects specified the Spanish natural slate as it was in keeping with the original character of the building and the surrounding architecture.
CUPA R12 Excellence is a high-quality dark
52 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0AU T: 020 3318 4455 E: uk@cupapizarras.com
www.cupapizarras.com/uk
Ravago
Improvements for Ravatherm XPS X insulation
Ravago Building Solutions has announced improved thermal performance for many of its Ravatherm XPS X thermal insulation board products. Further optimisation of production processes at the company’s flagship XPS manufacturing plant in King’s Lynn, UK, has allowed Europe’s largest manufacturer of XPS insulation to declare improved lambda values following stringent lab testing of production samples to ensure consistent levels of performance. These improved lambda values mean target U-values can be achieved with a thinner insulation solution than previously, providing further reason for specifiers to choose Ravatherm XPS X over alternatives. Ultimately, this improved thermal performance potentially offers savings in embodied Carbon, transport costs, storage costs, installation costs, and energy savings for the end-user once installed.
Ravago Building Solutions UK Ltd, Estuary Rd, King’s Lynn, PE30 2HJ E: technical.uk.rbs@ravago.com
grey slate with a smooth surface that helps to maintain the building’s original architecture.
With a guaranteed lifespan of more than one hundred years and minimal maintenance, the slate provides a smooth, uniform and visually striking finish that will last. CUPA R12 is has also been approved for use in Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park - tested and approved as an equal to local Welsh slate in terms of its characteristics.
A. Proctor Group
Proctor Air® provides peace of mind for residents Hatchmeadow apartments and bungalows is an age-exclusive development operated by the housing association, Bernicia. Unfortunately, problems with the existing roof specification were causing some residents to experience leaks during periods of poor weather. Bernicia tasked Wensley Roofing with stripping back the existing roof and installing a new system. The roof included an area of solar PV panels, so the new roofing system had to be capable of providing weathertightness and condensation control in several different circumstances across the single building – all while residents remained in occupancy during the work. A unique feature of Proctor Air is that its BBA certificate allows the underlay to be used on roofs featuring solar PV, as long as a ventilated batten space is provided.
The Haugh, Blairgowrie, PH10 7ER T: 01250 872261 E: contact@proctorgroup.com
www.proctorgroup.com
Eurobrick
Banksy artwork helps fund award-winning hub
Following the sale of Banksy’s Game Changer artwork in 2021, the proceeds were used across the UK for a number of healthcare projects, including a new Wellbeing Hub at University Hospital Southampton (UHS). The design of the Wellbeing Hub is made up of 20 modular bays which were manufactured at Integra’s headquarters and then delivered to the site for assembly. Brick slip systems supplier Eurobrick, based in Bristol, has been providing Integra Buildings, a modular building company near Hull in East Yorkshire, since 2010. Eurobrick provide flexible brick slip cladding solutions for all types of projects offering a quick, easy and robust solution. Brick slip cladding is lightweight, durable and require little to no maintenance.
Unit 5, Newbridge Trading Estate, Newbridge Cl, Bristol BS4 4AX T: 0117 971 7117 E: info@eurobrick.co.uk
Marley
New and improved Lincoln clay pantile
Marley has re-launched a new range of its long-standing Lincoln clay pantiles, making it one of the only clay pantiles manufactured in Britain. The Lincoln Clay Interlocking Pantile is available now and offers housebuilders a series of design enhancements, improved appearance and robust performance. The new Lincoln Clay Interlocking Pantile range is available in Red Smooth and Rustic Red, and the two colours can be combined across the roof, creating more options for a unique and traditional appearance. Changes to the texture of the Lincoln have also been made to create a heritage aesthetic, ensuring greater design choice for housebuilders, and delighting potential buyers. Combining the traditional look and feel of a clay pantile with longevity of performance. For more information, click visit: www.Marley.co.uk/lincoln
Lichfield Road, Branston, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3HD T: 01283 722588 E: info@marley.co.uk
www.marley.co.uk/renewable-solutions
Ibstock
Ibstock products feature in BDA Brick Awards 2024
The prestigious annual Brick Development Association (BDA) Brick Awards will take place at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London on November 6. Ibstock’s products have been used in so many inspiring buildings spanning such a diverse range of project types from housing developments of varying scales to commercial, public, education and refurbishment projects which have been shortlisted for this year’s ceremony. Indeed, Ibstock products were used in the most shortlisted projects among the widest number of award categories. Among the shortlisted projects include an outdoor amphitheatre near Tower Bridge, London; Greenock Ocean Terminal in Renfrewshire; the historic Elephant Tea Rooms in Sunderland, and phase two of a large housing development at Royal Eden Docks in Newham.
T: 0844 800 4576
Knauf Insulation
Knauf Insulation launches ‘gateway-ready’ systems Knauf Insulation has launched Rocksilk® RainScreen Cavity Systems, a range of complete tested systems designed to simplify specification and support compliance in cladding and masonry façades. The Rocksilk® RainScreen Cavity Systems combine existing Knauf Insulation rainscreen products with a series of new cavity barrier solutions, including open state cavity barriers with an intumescent strip, a closed state cavity barrier, and further additions to Knauf Insulation’s innovative face-fixed masonry cavity barrier range launched last year. The full range of cavity barriers enables specifiers to choose the system that best meets their fire performance needs, confident it has been tested to the relevant standards. Rocksilk® RainScreen Cavity Systems can be used with the major substrate types, including blockwork, steel, and timber. Stafford Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 3LZ T: 01744 766 766 E: sales@knaufinsulation.com
www.knaufinsulation.co.uk
HEATING, PLUMBING & VENTILATION
• Zehnder
• Mendip Stoves
• Titon Featured Companies
Zehnder
Beat overheating in homes with Zehnder
Zehnder Group UK’s flagship solution, the Zehnder ComfoAir Q600 with ComfoClime, uses tempered-air technology to address overheating, making it perfect for new builds contending with environmental obstacles like security, noise pollution or lack of shade.
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The system integrates heating, cooling, and ventilation functionalities, adhering to Part O/TM59 standards across a range of settings, from residential to care homes. Its innovative
features, notably a reversible heat pump module, guarantee energy-efficient performance.
Its use of the lower GWP refrigerant R32 within an efficient, sealed cycle minimises environmental impact and remains compliant after 2025. The first on the market to achieve this. Zehnder introduced this cooling approach over 15 years ago and continues to evolve and develop the product to tackle residential overheating.
Zehnder Group UK Limited, Concept House, Watchmoor Point, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3AD T: 01276 605800 E: enquiries@zehnder.co.uk
www.zehnder.co.uk/en
Mendip Stoves
Easy installation and effortless app control
Combining the charm and character of a woodburner with the ease of installation of an electric fire, the Woodland Ilektro Electric Stove from Mendip is available either as a stand-alone stove or with an optional log-store base unit. The Woodland Ilektro Electric is designed for homeowners who love the look and feel of a traditional woodburner but want a low maintenance, clean, easy to fit and simple to use electric fire. It’s operated by remote control or via the Ilektro app on a smartphone or tablet, allowing users to turn the fire on and off as well as change the flame settings, speed and bed colours without leaving the comfort of the sofa or even from another room.
Unit H1, Mendip Industrial Estate, Mendip Road, Rooksbridge, BS26 2UG T: 01934 750500 E: info@mendipstoves.co.uk
Titon
Introducing the new Titon HRV Cool Plus
Titon, a leading supplier of indoor air quality solutions, announces the launch of the HRV Cool Plus™, specifically designed to provide cooling in warmer weather conditions and tackle residential overheating. Titon’s HRV Cool Plus™ is engineered to seamlessly integrate into heat recovery ventilation (MVHR) systems, delivering cooling and filtered air to enhance user comfort. With its integrated cooling module, the cutting-edge unit pre-cools incoming fresh air during warmer months, ensuring a comfortable indoor environment. Providing up to 3.3kW total cooling capacity (subject to volume flow and relative humidity), it ensures optimal performance even in demanding conditions, and with two mounting options available: either wall or floor mounting, it offers flexibility to suit any installation requirement.
894 The Crescent, Colchester Business Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9YQ T: 01206 713800 E: sales@titon.co.uk
www.titon.com/cooler
GEZE UK
More choice and more PACE
GEZE UK has announced several new products have been added to their range of pedestrian traffic control systems, PACE.
All products are supplied and installed in accordance to EN 17352:2022 – the standard for powered turnstiles and speed lanes that was harmonised in August 2023. New to the range are the SL 550 and SL 900 speed gates with stylish folding high gates and a reliable,
Fradley Park, Blenheim Way, Lichfield WS13 8SY T: 01543 443000
www.geze.co.uk/en
robust design that guarantees effective protection of the building making them ideal for banks and offices.
The PACE range can be tailored to the needs of any specification, compatible with many control devices - push button, card reader – available as single or bi-directional use, and different lane widths. To complement the design or match automatic doors different finishes can be specified.
Strand Hardware
D6095 – Friction Mortice Restraining Door Stay
A versatile and robust solution for door control preventing doors and walls from damage. Morticed into the head of the door for discreet fitting, this stay is suitable for timber, aluminium, and PVC-U doors. It features an adjustable friction block that allows for precise control over the opening and closing speed. The opening angle can be restricted between 70 and 110 degrees, ensuring optimal functionality and safety. Ideal for commercial and residential use, the D6095 is ideal for entrances to kitchen/bathrooms where space may be limited. Its SAA finished channel, combined with powder-coated or plated finished arms, provides durability and a sleek aesthetic. The D6095 offers a reliable and stylish option for managing door movement and maintaining the integrity of your entrance designs. Made in Britian and supplied with a 12-month warranty.
Strand House, Premier Business Park, Long Street, Walsall, WS2 9DY T: 01922 639111 E: info@strandhardware.co.uk
www.strandhardware.co.uk
Videx
Videx launches the Klass Monitor
Videx Security’s Klass Monitor is the latest innovation in the Videx IPure range, which combines the latest technology and modern design to provide a leap forward for smart building entry solutions. The Klass Monitor provides a wide range of smart integration with various systems, including building and home automation, third-party CCTV picture-in-picture, anti-intrusion, full video and speech intercommunication and access control. Built on standard IP protocols, it guarantees limitless integration with third-party devices, enhancing both security and system customisation. The monitor boasts a range of smart features including a proximity and light sensor for automatic screen activation and adjustment, both of which can also trigger automations with third-party systems. All functionalities are easily controlled through the Videx App.
T: 0370 300 1240 E: sales@videxuk.com www.videxuk.com
MERMET Technical Solar Shading Fabrics
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