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Archial Architects Appoints Chris Wood
As Operating Director In Plymouth CJ Partnership Provides Sustainability
Expertise For Shanghai Regeneration Project
Chris Wood, formerly project associate on the £46.5 million
Plymouth Life Centre, has been appointed Operating Director at Rochdale-based CJ Partnership Architects has been selected to
Archial Architects’ Plymouth office. In his new position, Mr Wood provide conceptual design and consultancy services for the £1
assumes overall responsibility for the development of projects within billion regeneration of the former French Concession area in the
the sport and leisure sector, including close liaison with national Jing An district of Shanghai, China. CJ Partnership Architects is
governing bodies for sport, such as Sport England. providing strategic urban planning and conceptual designs for
Following graduation with an Honours degree from South Bank the development headed by Tongji University (www.tongji.edu.
University, Mr Wood began his career in architecture in a London- cn/english) and the Shanghai government (www.shanghai.gov.
based private practice in 1988 and has worked on a number of cn). Known as Media Street, the prestigious project is set to be
significant sport and leisure projects over the years. He is currently completed in three phases over the next five years. Phase one,
working on the Plymouth Life Centre, a state-of-the-art facility which includes the creation of two subway stations, a four floor
which the City Council acknowledges will be the best leisure centre underground retail and parking zone, demolition and rebuilding of
of its kind in the region and one of the country’s leading centres of some existing buildings and the regeneration of existing heritage
aquatic excellence. architecture, is due to be completed by 2012.

[w] www.archialgroup.com [w] www.cjpartnership.com

RMJM Design Is The Hub For A New Learning Living Space For Students Another Award For The Grand Mosque Tonkin Liu’s Dover Esplanade Gets The Go Ahead
Centre At University Of Sheffield
This compelling scheme designed by Stock Woolstencroft, for Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque has picked up another award for Kent County Council has received planning permission from
A sympathetic yet challenging design from international architecture the UNITE Group, provides 87 student apartments a communal its lighting design: the Germany-based Professional Lighting Dover District Council for a radical overhaul of the esplanade
firm RMJM has been granted planning approval from Sheffield lounge, and a courtyard garden. The location of the site presented Designers’ Association presented it with a Recognition Award on the seafront of the busy port and seaside town of Dover.
City Council. The design is for a new Learning Hub within the the design team with several constraints, however, the design for Best New Project. Others have included the IALD Award of Architects Tonkin Liu’s scheme for Dover Esplanade is
existing Grade II listed Edwardian wing of the University situated seeks to take advantage of the opportunities of the site – the Merit, IES Award of Excellence and two Middle East Lighting the winning entry in a design competition organised by the
on the wider Jessop Hospital site, which ultimately connects the two parkside location and views; the potential to reinforce the ‘green Design Awards for Project of the Year and Best Public Building Landscape Institute on behalf of Dover Harbour Board,
separate nodes of the University campus as set out in the RMJM and leafy’ character with a corner marker; the development Lighting Project. It has also been shortlisted for the ESTA Rock Dover District Council, Kent County Council, SEEDA and
development framework of 2002. potential to the rear of the site – and the buildings’ footprint Our World Awards, to be announced later this month at LDI in English Heritage, earlier this year. SeaChange is a government
Students will be able to access central learning and teaching support maximizes the available space. The scheme comprises three Orlando. initiative led by CABE to drive cultural, creative regeneration
facilities to enhance their personal development. The architects from elements: two buildings hinged around a vertical circulation core. The lighting for the building has been designed as a mimic of the in seaside towns. Tonkin Liu’s proposal The Lifting Wave, the
RMJM’s Cambridge studio were faced with the dual challenges of A ‘heavy’ structure, developed as a response to the adjacent moon’s phases, so at a full moon, the building is white, and for Resting Wave and the Lighting Wave has now been approved
conversion and conservation. Both the refurbishment and the new Victorian villas, sits into the ground and is made up of studio the new moon it is blue; every day there is a change. In addition by the local council and will be implemented with anticipated
extension aim to unite the variety of the surrounding buildings, rooms at all levels; whilst a “light” third form, enveloped in a to the colour change sequence, ‘clouds’ scud across the building completion in summer 2010.
contemporary and historical, whilst establishing unequivocally the woven steel mesh, responds to the weave of the surrounding as though they were moving from west to east, clearing from
building’s own architectural identity. treescape and floats over a series of entrance and communal Mecca. This was achieved using a series of building-mounted [w] www.tonkinliu.co.uk
spaces at ground level providing a heart for the complex. and totem-mounted rigs 20m off the face of the building, from
[w] www.rmjm.com which light is projected.
[w] www.stockwool.co.uk
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The Gap House - Winner of
RIBA Manser Medal 2009
The Gap House, a narrow new-build terraced London townhouse, designed by
Pitman Tozer has won the RIBA Manser Medal 2009, the annual prize for the best
one-off house or housing designed by an architect in the United Kingdom. The
house, which is sited on a plot only 2.3m wide within a conservation area in West
London, proves that sustainable architecture is achievable without compromise on
the tightest of urban sites.
The house incorporates a number of green strategies including passive solar gain,
high levels of insulation, a ground coupled heat pump and rainwater harvesting to
minimize its carbon footprint.
With a street frontage of only 8 ft/2.3 m wide the house sits within a narrow slot,
originally the side alley and rear garden of an adjoining property. The challenge was
how to create a Low Carbon Building and make a comfortable 4-bed family home,
maximising light and space within the constraints of a tight and awkwardsite. held as
a piece of sculpture off the walls brings daylight deep into the centre of the plan on
eachfloor.

[w] www.pitmantozer.com

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Archial’s Award-Winning Pollok Civic Realm Wins
Special Recognition From Civic Trust Awards
The award-winning Pollok Civic Realm in Glasgow, designed by Archial Architects, has received special recognition
from the Civic Trust Awards National Panel as a strong community initiative and for the positive impact it has had on
the people it serves.

Russell Baxter of Archial Architects is delighted with this latest recognition for the building which recently won a
Royal Institute of British Architects Regional Award. Built between the newly expanded Pollok Health Centre and
the Pollok Leisure Centre, the £6.7 million Pollok Civic Realm is Glasgow’s first facility with truly integrated health
and social work and leisure facilities. Forming part of the overall Pollok Town Centre regeneration, it houses a café,
library, museum, child-care facilities and other specialist social and healthcare related services.

The Civic Trust Awards are given annually to projects that are culturally, socially or economically beneficial, and
make an outstanding contribution to the quality and appearance of the built environment.

[w] [w] www.archialgroup.com

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Reardonsmith Reveals Unique
Subterranean Hotel Scheme For
London’s Green Belt
A scheme for a unique, sustainable and innovative luxury hotel onto the site. The proposal also includes provision for extensive residential area and is positioned within an enclave of existing Both hotel and spa have been designed to minimise their carbon
and spa, designed by international hotel and resort architects, on-site re-vegetation and improvements to local public footpaths to woodland in such a way that it is hidden from view for local footprint by using combined heat and power generation, heat
ReardonSmith, has been revealed by public exhibition prior to the further enhance the site. residents. Carefully framed views from all the hotel’s public areas exchangers and ground source heat pumps together with grey water
submission of a planning application in the new year. The proposed of the golf course and woodland will make for a unique dining, recycling and rain water harvesting. It is confidently anticipated
development, at Hersham Golf Club in Surrey, is within London’s “Our concept integrates hotel, spa and golf facilities into a single hotel and golf club experience. The total area of the hotel and new that the building’s resource demands will be significantly reduced
Green Belt and the architects’ response to the area’s strict planning architecturally exciting and organic composition below and above golf club will be approximately 16,500 sq metres. in comparison to conventional five star hotels.
guidelines has been to place all 200 plus guestrooms underground ground,” explains Matthew Guy, ReardonSmith’s project designer.
around landscaped courtyards, leaving just one level of public “The design fulfils the requirements of the brief for a bespoke Reflecting on the implicit challenges of the brief, Patrick Reardon, Mr Cahit Atasoy, CEO of Arkin Group, the owner of Hersham Golf
areas at grade. The proposal is topped by a living green roof that five star hotel while returning hard standing to the Green Belt and executive chairman of ReardonSmith, says: “The question was Club, says: “Our vision is to create a stunning boutique hotel and
mimics the undulating nature of the golf course and merges it into improving the physical layout and visual attraction of the entire how to design a hotel of significant size that would not disturb the spa destination that will be truly unique and prestigious. It will
the surrounding landscape. In total, the ReardonSmith scheme site. It represents a commercially viable solution to developing in Green Belt environment. In fact, our solution attempts not only to blend into the natural woodland setting and enhance and increase
represents in the region of one third less built-up hard surface than the Green Belt and is, we believe, a world-first.” preserve the essence of Green Belt amenity but also to improve the level of green landscape.”
the existing club houses and car parking. it by the removal of existing and highly visible buildings and
The two underground levels of the hotel comprise three “rings” hard standing parking zones. The process required to achieve this [w] www.reardonsmith.com
Hersham Golf Club stands in an area of woodland and the proposal of guestrooms, each built around large 800m2 garden courtyards, proposed hotel will be expensive. But, the client accepts this and
respects and reflects this. Car parking, which is currently above allowing light to permeate the fully glazed façade. Public spaces, is to be congratulated for his willingness to invest in a solution
ground, will be relocated underground. The existing golf clubhouse including high quality restaurants, will be contained within a which clearly responds to environmental, as well as commercial,
and car park will be demolished and replaced by a new clubhouse single level at grade. Contouring mimicking the undulating nature imperatives.”
integrated within the hotel. A dedicated new access road, carefully of the course will conceal this level and merge it with the natural
woven into the landscape, will better manage the flow of traffic landscape. The entire development is set back from the local

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this months contributors :

Derek Guy, General Manager,

Itho Ventilation

Brian Newell, Chairman,

Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited

Mike Williams, General Manager,

Portakabin Hire
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David Arendell, Managing Director,

Klober

Toby Makin, Technical Advisor,

SRS Limited
building

“Get the habit of analysis- analysis will in time

enable synthesis to become your habit of mind.”

Frank Lloyd Wright

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Who Will Be The New
Energy Efficient Police?
By Derek Guy, General Manager, Itho Ventilation

SAP Q has 6 (Scotland) and Part F (Northern

been providing Ireland) - and to provide energy
specifiers and ratings for dwellings. Appendix Q
housebuilders allows the energy performance of new
with guidelines technologies and advanced versions of
on energy existing technologies to be evaluated
efficient for inclusion in SAP assessments.
products to
meet standards. At present, SAP Q (www.sap-
However is appendixq.org.uk) provides an
there any point Installation Guide and Checklist,
if customers are unwilling to employ but in the next Approved Document
‘competent’ installers? Part F of the Building Regulations,
the Government is looking to include
If you ran a Formula 1 racing car, but installation guidelines. This is all well
hired in a local, unqualified mechanic and good, but who is going to ‘police’
to service it, would you really expect the installations? Surely it cannot be
it to perform to its full potential? To the installer, so whose responsibility
cover himself, the mechanic ticks off will it fall too, to ensure that the
questions on a checklist confirming installer is ‘competent’ to install the
he has done all that is expected of product? At some point along the line
him. But who is to say he has done we must trust that the installer has the
this correctly and the car is at peak competency to install the ventilation
performance? system correctly, following the new incorrectly, they needn’t have bothered. Itho Ventilation is one company Duct It Right covers the all important Each of these is run in-situ, but all
Guidelines thoroughly, to ensure that Cutting corners and costs when it that definitely embraces the ethos of subject of the correct positioning of three can be combined into a hands-on
We all, surely, have the commonsense the system performs at its peak level comes to the installation results in training the installers fully from day the units plus how the terminations one day course at Itho’s Headquarters
not to hire in this type provider for our and provides the most energy efficient shoddy workmanship and poor quality one. The company invests a great and ducting of a ventilation system in Burton on Trent in their fully
most important services, and yet this ventilation. ancillaries. It is this lack of attention to deal of time in providing free training need to be installed to achieve the equipped training facility. Attendees
is the scenario that is being utilised detail that often leads to noisy systems workshops to installers and on site maximum energy efficiency. This receive a CPD certificate at the end of
in the installation of energy efficient It seems the logical choice to expect or poor performance. support to any installer of the system. course covers the different ventilation the course.
ventilation products that have been the manufacturer of the products to strategies available and how they work,
tested by SAP Q. The product should provide trained Design Install Partners, “Unfortunately, the end user often does The company also advocates the importance of installation practice No doubt the recommendations for
perform fantastically and meet or who know the product in depth, this unknowingly. They think they are understanding at an early stage and versus system performance, the critical Installation Guidelines in the Building
exceed the necessary requirements, understand the intricacies and details getting a better deal by shaving some runs three 1 hour CPD (Continuing elements that ensure maximum system Regulations need further thought. It
but if it’s installed incorrectly, who’s of correct ducting and installation, and cost off the contract, but they do not Professional Development) courses. performance, installation guidance, is the end user who is currently not
to know whether it’s reaching the understand how to test and measure the know what is being compromised to Energy Efficient Ventilation and the planning, design and commissioning. necessarily getting the most efficient
standards? output of the system. But how many give them this discount. There is some Future of Ventilation Systems covers performance from their ventilation
manufacturers provide this back up naivety that it’s a ventilation system the growing need for energy efficient Design Considerations covers how system, so it falls to the manufacturers
SAP is the Government’s Standard service? and will do as it says on the box, when ventilation systems, how these are ventilation systems are now an integral to ensure the customer gets the very
Assessment Procedure for Energy in reality it’s not just about the system, being developed, up-to-date industry part of living, eco designs and must best of service.
Rating of Dwellings. It is adopted by Says Chris Marriott, of air but the correct installation of it that is news and a look at future requirements. be thought about at the very first
Government as part of the UK national management company ADM Systems: an important part of the project.” This course is relevant to anyone stage of design. Unit location, ducting [w] www.itho.co.uk
methodology for calculation of the “We support the idea of Installation involved in the planning, design, routes and the correct placement of
energy performance of buildings and Guidelines being incorporated into the He adds: “By including the Installation construction and marketing of new terminations - all need to be given
is used to demonstrate compliance Building Regulations. End users can Guidelines in the Building Regulations, homes as well as for those renovating careful consideration before the build
with building regulations for dwellings purchase the best product in the world, this should educate the industry and older dwellings to a high standard of begins.
- Part L (England and Wales), Section but if it’s installed or maintained Building Control.” permeability.

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and the UK Slip Resistance Group is the Pendulum Test. but it is often assumed that the scale begins at zero whereas
(Image courtesy of Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited)
Originally designed in the US in the 1940s, pendulum it actually begins at R9. This can result in R9 rated products
testing apparatus was refined at the UK Transport Research being mistakenly perceived as having a high level of slip
Laboratory in the 1960s for the testing of road surfaces and resistance which is not the case.
was later adopted as by the HSE as a standard method of Then there is the Tortus Test, popular in Italy, in which
assessing the slipperiness of different types of pedestrian a sled-style trolley moves across the flooring surface,
trafficked flooring surfaces in both wet and dry conditions. measuring the coefficient of friction. This method can give
over-optimistic slip resistance readings on wet, polished or
glazed surfaces and is not generally viewed in the UK as
being reliable.

Because each of the above methodologies is based on

different physical principals, it is almost impossible to
correlate one against another satisfactorily across a range of
surfaces.

A key objective of the Slip STD Consortium was to

overcome vested national interests and reach consensus
on a new harmonised and unbiased means of evaluating

Specifying Slip Resistant Flooring floors and slip resistance based purely on objective
information relating to the intended use of the floor, and
where necessary to set out design principles for a flooring
– An End To Confusion? Floor tiles from across Europe are being tested by experts at Shackerley
surface’s intrinsic topography.

using the company’s in-house Pendulum equipment to determine One way to analyse the topography of a floor surface is by
equivalent slip ratings. using a stylus and physically tracking the surface texture
(Image courtesy of Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited)
As various different methods of measuring slip resistance have been adopted across the EU, it can be a to generate a model of its roughness. Other methods use
laborious, and in some cases, impossible task for UK specifiers and contractors to ascertain whether flooring optical white light and there are a range of measurement
products tested in other countries have an acceptable slip resistance rating for floor areas where this type A Pendulum Test Value (PTV) is produced by suspending techniques available which can all be used to generate
of surface is required. However, as Brian Newell, The Tile Association’s representative on the SlipSTD PAS a representation of a standard rubber soled heel on the three-dimensional surface assessments. These methods can
pendulum, swinging it through an arc over a test surface be used to measure various parameters such as Pp (primary
consortium and Chairman of Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited reports, international experts in this area
until the base of the foot makes contact, and then measuring profile) which relates to the maximum height of the profile
have reached consensus on a new way to approach this longstanding problem.....
the ‘follow through’ after contact. The test is used to give a above the mean line and Pk (Primary core roughness depth)
slip rating for a floor in dry conditions or can be used with which concentrates on the load bearing area of the surface.
Failure to agree a consistent means of evaluating the slip be easily understood by specifiers and their clients across lubricants such as oil or water to test for slip resistance in
resistance and classification of hard floor coverings has the whole of the EU. This project took three years to contaminated conditions. The equipment is fully portable
made it difficult for any Europe-wide progress to be made complete but the consortium has finally developed a new so it can be used to test flooring in situ, however it doesn’t
on safety standards, including CE Marking. The confusion validation tool which can be used to design and assess the always accurately measure certain types of heavily profiled
resulting from the lack of satisfactory correlation between slip resistance of hard flooring products in a consistent surfaces.
the test methods used in different countries around the world manner. Furthermore Slip STD has now published the
has also undoubtedly led to inappropriate flooring being SlipSTD Publicly Available Specification (PAS) to help In Germany, France and the Benelux countries, the favoured
specified and installed on numerous occasions. designers, architects, contractors and their clients to specify method of measurement is the DIN Ramp Test. This
and maintain hard flooring with confidence. This detailed measures the slip resistance of a surface under either a shod
In an attempt to resolve this longstanding contentious issue document is now available for download via the TTA’s foot (giving an R value) or a bare foot (giving an A, B or C
once and for all, the Slip STD consortium was established. website at www.tiles.org.uk. value). A person (in a safety harness) stands on a ramped
This brought UK slip experts from the Tile Association surface which is sprayed with soapy water or motor oil
(TTA), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the You may ask why a completely new system was required. and the incline is then gradually increased. The slip value
Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and CERAM, together The answer is that different countries have become very is determined by the angle at which the person feels the
with their counterparts from universities, manufacturers, firmly wedded to their favoured slip resistance testing surface has become unsafe and begins to slip.
businesses and research facilities across Europe. methodologies and rating systems. None of the tests
currently in use are perfect. They all have benefits but they The biggest disadvantage of this method of testing is that
Partial funding was granted by the European Commission also have their own flaws and disadvantages. the ramp equipment isn’t portable. The suitability of the
3D Non Contact Surface Profiling (3DP) is being undertaken
for a project to devise and develop a new and reliable lubricants used is also questionable. Another problem with (Image courtesy of CERAM)
method of designing and assessing slip resistant flooring Here in the UK the preferred method of testing, this test is the way that the R values are scaled. R13 offers
which could be used by manufacturers, and which could recommended by prominent expert bodies such as the HSE the highest degree of slip resistance which is understood,

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The table below shows how these new classes relate to existing test requirements in different countries.
Example of surface topography showing the roughness of a ceramic
tile obtained with 3D Non Contact Surface Profiling (3DP) instrument. Country United Kingdom Germany Germany Spain Italy
(Image courtesy of CERAM)
Test methods BS 7976 DIN 51130 Ramp DIN 51097 Ramp CTE Pendulum BCRA Tortus
Pendulum 4S method oil/shoe Method Pendulum rubber
Slider water/barefoot slider

Slip resistant UKSRG BGR 181 GUV-I 8527 Documento Decree

requirements/ guidelines Básico DM 14.06.1989
recommendations SU(03/2006)

Class 2A >36 with Generally not A,B C according 35<Rd_< 45 BCR wet (>0.4)
relevant applicable except the to application
contaminant cases reported in
BGR 181 (R10)

Class 2B >36 with relevant R11-R13 Not applicable Rd>45 BCR wet (>0.4)
contaminant

Source SlipSTD PAS

cleaning and maintenance regimes for different types of

hard floor surfaces.

Now the PAS has been published it is to be hoped that

the issue of slip resistance will be a lot less confusing for
specifiers. From now on manufacturers will be able to label
their floor coverings with easy to understand Slip STD
classifications, and specifiers will be able to select products
with appropriate levels of slip resistance, regardless of
country of origin.
The consortium considered all the information available with the topography of hard floor surfaces but we had also SlipSTD PAS is not intended to replace existing national
and recognised that no single parameter of ‘roughness’ recognised from the outset that the main cause of pedestrian regulations and Health and Safety directives, but to be
can completely characterise a surface in relation to its slip accidents is actually contamination, from liquid or dry applied in conjunction with them. However, it could
slip potential. It was time to apply computer modelling soil. How a floor is used and maintained hugely affects its quite possibly be the forerunner of a CE mark that will
techniques to see if a blueprint for slip resistant flooring propensity for slip. Accordingly, when it came to devising give specifiers and users real confidence in their choice of
From now on specifiers will be able to select products with appropriate
could be designed scientifically. Leading academics the new system our approach was to determine acceptable flooring.
levels of slip resistance, for the particular type of pedestrian area
from the European universities involved with the project slip resistance levels appropriate to the floor surfaces’ concerned.
gathered all the research data in existence and embarked installed usage and the level of foreseeable contamination. (Image courtesy of Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited)
For a copy of the SlipSTD PAS, please contact the TTA on
on a development project to generate a range of prototype This led us to create three categories: 020 8663 0946 or email [email protected]
surfaces with topographical characteristics known to deliver
slip resistance. Class 1: Hard flooring products for those areas which This approach places responsibilities on designers and
[w] www.shackerley.com
are foreseeably clean and dry, and which are routinely specifiers to select floor coverings that not only satisfy
[w] www.tiles.org.uk
These prototypes were tested and fine tuned exhaustively maintained as such. (These areas would not normally call national legislative requirements but which also take into
until we had a set of surfaces that could be validated for a slip resistant product to be used) account project specific conditions such as the likelihood of
as being slip resistant using any of the main physical spillage, the type of soil expected, the frequency of cleaning
assessment methods previously discussed. This was a Class 2A: Hard flooring products for those areas which regime anticipated, etc.
breakthrough. Now, for the first time we had a set of are foreseeably contaminated with water and/or dry
slip resistant floor surface ‘templates’ which all flooring contaminants. Furthermore it places a duty on the client and the
manufacturers and their testing houses could use as maintenance team to ensure that once installed, the floor
universal benchmarks. Class 2B: Hard flooring products for areas which are covering continues to provide a safe pedestrian surface
foreseeably contaminated with other liquid contaminants over time and that appropriate cleaning and maintenance
The next step was to incorporate these ‘benchmarks’ into a with viscosity higher than water, such as oil or grease. regimes are implemented. A great deal of the Slip STD PAS
new slip resistance classification system. We had got to grips is, rightly, devoted to providing guidance on appropriate

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will deliver every building on time interim school was up and running as said, “The new interim accommodation
and on budget, Portakabin has just fast as possible. is clean, fresh and bright. We needed a

Benchmarking
launched a ground-breaking Customer vast quantity of buildings at no notice,
Charter, setting new standards and a Minimising Disruption to Education so had to select a national company
series of clear commitments that are Portakabin was able to provide a rapid with the resources and reputation to

Construction
unprecedented in the construction response and complete solution to deliver on time and to our exacting
industry. minimise disruption to the children’s quality standards. Portakabin did an
education. This included foundations, excellent job.”
If delivery on time and on budget is building installation, fitting out to the
not achieved, Portakabin will provide a school’s exact requirements, fire and Record Exam Performance
week’s free hire for every day a project intruder alarms, and access ramps and As this project illustrates, the delivery
is delayed**. Its other commitments steps. The buildings, which span more of buildings on time is critical to
include: than 4,000sqm, are being hired for minimising disruption, but is even
three years while the damaged parts of more important in emergency
• Meeting the most challenging the school are re-built. situations.
timescales – delivering 80 per cent
of its buildings for hire within 14 Facilities in the interim school include: The Carleton school project was a huge
days and some within just 24 hours • Reception success – pupils studying in the new
• Delivering every building safely • 25 classrooms interim school achieved record GCSE
• Providing a fast, responsive and • Management suite with 11 offices exam results that summer.
local service – with the largest • Behaviour block
network of hire centres in the UK, • Dining room for 700 covers Modular buildings offer a range
spanning more than 50 locations • Library of advantages over site-based
• Providing cost certainty – accurate • Staff room for 80 teachers construction, including:
project quotations with no hidden • Dance studio with a full mirror on • Programme times reduced by up to
cost variations one elevation 50 per cent
• Visiting every client within 24 hours • Drama studio with blackout • Highly flexible and innovative
of initial contact windows accommodation solutions, such as
• Providing a 24-hour service, 7 days • Changing rooms and showers fully glazed buildings available for
Mike Williams, General Manager of Portakabin Hire, looks at why the delivery of new buildings on time is a week. • Key stage manager’s block with five hire
so important and provides some performance benchmarks for the construction industry. offices • The provision of buildings with
Ensuring Continuity of Service • 17 toilet blocks. much less disruption
When Carleton Community High • A wide variety of aesthetic and
New Government statistics produced Construction performance in the UK that their building needs will be met
School in Pontefract, West Yorkshire Rob Foreman, Head Teacher at fitting out options to reduce
by the Department for Business, has actually declined since 2005, when – on programme, without unforeseen
was ravaged by a severe fire which Carleton Community High School, procurement time and improve the
Innovation and Skills in conjunction 48 per cent of building projects were costs and with no compromise on
destroyed half of its buildings, property said, “It was imperative that the working environment
with Constructing Excellence, provide delivered on budget and 62 per cent on quality.
consultants NPS Group proposed a buildings arrived in the shortest • A robust steel-framed construction,
an enlightening – and alarming picture programme*.
modular solution to create an interim possible time to ensure continuity ideal for demanding applications
of the UK construction industry and its New Performance Benchmarks
school. of education provision and minimal • A sustainable alternative to site-
performance. The Impact of Project Delays Research carried out by Portakabin,
disruption to the school. This meant based building methods – less waste,
Time and cost overruns are still a the UK’s leading modular building
In one of the most challenging projects that a commitment to deliver in time improved building performance and
Despite the drive for the more major concern among construction specialist, has shown that it has
ever undertaken by Portakabin, 23 for the new school term was absolutely fewer vehicle movements.
consistent delivery of defect-free clients and main contractors. The successfully delivered 99.6 per cent of
separate school buildings comprising essential.”
buildings on time and on budget impact of project delays on the local buildings on time and on budget in the
114 building modules were sourced, For further information about
following the Egan Report, and community can be huge. In the past four years – significantly raising
fully fitted out, installed and occupied “The service from Portakabin was innovative interim accommodation
particularly in the public sector, there education sector, for example, projects the bar for the construction industry.
by the school in just six weeks from fantastic, with the handover of all solutions, and the new Customer
has been little improvement. delivered late mean, at best, more
receipt of order – despite freezing buildings completed on schedule, Charter, visit www.portanews.co.uk,
disruption to teaching, and at worst Its incident rate is 33 per cent less
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According to the latest statistics – displaced pupils studying from split than the average for the construction
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The school is a specialist science and predicament.” of Public Sector Information. © Crown Copyright
just 49 per cent of construction projects industry averages. 2009. Reproduced under the terms of a Public Sector
mathematics college. Its 971 pupils
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In terms of roof design, the air barriers coupled with sealants, zinc was used on a series of circular
requirement already exists for new for example, are more effective than roofs. A Klober Wallint air barrier was
public sector housing to meet CSH 3. sealants alone, counteracting the installed with sealing tape to meet the
The impetus towards ‘zero carbon’ will effects of buildings (particularly timber specified airtightness performance.
be reinforced when the equivalent of frame) drying out.
CSH 3 is incorporated into Building With current Building Regulation

Taking Control Of Airtightness

Regulations for England and Wales Housing designers can now benefit requirements stipulating air tightness
(some authorities indeed have already from Accredited Construction Details of only 7m3/hr per m2 compared with
adopted this requirement). In Scotland, (ACDs), Enhanced Construction CSH 3 at 3m3, techniques used to
where many elements of the Code details (ECDs) and, in Scotland, the achieve it must undoubtedly change.
By David Arendell, MD of Klober have already been incorporated Scottish Ecological Design Association CPD presentations and literature on the
into Building Standards, similar Guide for both warm and cold roof subject are to be welcomed. ‘The Code
According to the Energy Saving Trust’s This is despite the fact that the phrase definition of how ‘zero carbon’ can be
improvements are planned. construction. Examples of wall/ceiling for Sustainable Homes and airtightness
Chief Executive Philip Sellwood, ‘Build tight, ventilate right’ has achieved, the Zero Carbon Task Group
ACDs include a junction of ceiling- in roofs’ is a CPD presentation from
almost a third of new homes are still become synonymous with the strategy was set up.
Of the nine categories within the level air barrier with masonry inner Klober examining how to ‘build
failing to meet energy efficiency to achieve low energy buildings. If we
CSH method of assessment, that for leaf and warm roof with room in the tight and ventilate right’ within the
guidelines. He told the BBC “… the don’t understand how best to achieve There is some evidence to support such
‘energy and CO2 emissions’ is by roof. Accredited detail Sheet MCI RE realms of practical pitched roofing
Government’s ‘Code for Sustainable the right balance of airtightness and calls for redefinition. Research carried
far the most significant. This is true 02, for example, shows a warm roof construction. Supported by’Taking
Homes’ is not being adequately controlled ventilation, we run the out in 2007 by the Richard Hodkinson
for both the allocation of credits detail at the eaves in a non-habitable control of air leakage’ www.klober.
enforced, giving cause for real concern. risk of perpetuating condensation Consultancy, for example, showed
within each category and the final loft using Klober Permo forte vapour co.uk/airtightness, it is a welcome
Our building regulations in the UK are problems within the roof space and that ‘PassivHaus’ (a Europe-wide
points allocations that result from permeable underlay and appropriate source of information on a subject
among some of the toughest in Europe, building fabric. With every upgrade Standard with stringent airtightness
use of weighting factors. 29 credits tapes (with an alternative pre-taped for which information is otherwise
but they are extremely poorly enforced in insulation standards, so the risk requirements managed by the BRE and
are available for energy and CO2 option). lacking.
as far as energy efficiency goes”. increases. the Energy Saving Trust) would not
emissions which, when weighted
actually meet CSH 3.
contributes 36.4% to the total available For non-residential construction, [w] www.klober.co.uk
David Arendell, MD of roof ventilation Delays in consultation on Approved
performance. airtightness is just as important, despite
specialist Klober feels the situation in Documents L and G have prompted CSH assessment uses the Standard
the absence of any CSH equivalent.
respect of building airtightness gives deferment in CSH 2010 until the end of Assessment Procedure (SAP) test to
The right balance between air tightness Roofing materials such as zinc, for
grounds for even greater concern. the year, but the clock is undoubtedly calculate energy performance, and
and ventilation can certainly be struck example, require airtight construction
He commented, “In the light of the ticking towards an ultimate target for a number of years there have been
without significant addition to building if the metal’s underside is unventilated.
EST’s comments on energy efficiency, whereby all new homes achieve CSH questions over the efficacy of the test,
costs. Material choice however, can At the recently build Abergwynfi
it is fair to assume that the level of Level 6 (effectively zero carbon). especially in relation to more thermally
greatly influence a building’s long- primary school near Neath, built to
understanding of how best to achieve However, with house builders having efficient buildings.
term airtightness. Sheet membrane achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating,
air tight construction remains poor. lobbied consistently for tighter

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at Design stage, to award an interim certificate, and Post Sound Reduction Systems have independently tested systems
Construction Stage, to award a final score and Code Level. that have been shown to achieve the required levels of
sound insulation for 1, 3, and 4 credits for sound insulation.
Of the nine categories within the code for sustainable Achieving the full 4 credits accounts for 4.48 percentage
homes that a new home is assessed against, four are points towards the overall points score due to the weighting
mandatory. These are Dwelling emission rate, Indoor water system used by The Code.
use, Environmental Impact of Materials, and Lifetime
Homes. The remaining points are taken from the other Total Party Floor Solution
categories. Different levels of importance placed on
difference environmental issues using a weighting system. Developed originally for specifiers looking to achieve an
The Credits available within each category are weighted ‘enhanced specification’, the Total Party Floor Solution is an
to give percentage points and it is the percentage points innovative specification for a timber floor that exceeds the
that are totalled together by the Code Assessor at the Post performance requirement suggested by The Code and yet is
Construction stage to give an overall Code Level. finished with a hard wearing, hygienic laminate floor.

The Code for Sustainable Homes rewards developers Traditional in structure, the timber joisted floor benefits
for achieving greater standards of sound insulation that from an SRS Maxi 60 ceiling to the lower rooms, with
Building Regulations currently require, hence valuable extra a hard floor finish floating above a layer of SubPrimo
credits can be gained from simply upgrading separating Acoustic underlay. The (independently verified) results
wall/floor specifications. speak for themselves;

Category 7 Total Credits Available Weighted Value of Airborne Sound Impact Sound
each credit Insulation Insulation
DnT,w+Ctr L’nT,w
Health and Wellbeing 12 1.17
SRS Total Party Floor 54 dB 49 dB
Requirement to $ 53 dB # 54 dB
Health and Wellbeing Credits Available Weighted Value (% achieve 4 credit
points)
Daylighting 3 3.5
In addition to the acoustic benefits, the SRS Total Party
Sound Insulation 4 4.67
floor exceeds the fire resistance requirements of building
Private Space 1 1.17
regulations (achieving 86 minutes load bearing capability)
Lifetime Homes 4 4.67 and is almost deceptively simple to install requiring

The SRS Guide To Code For Sustainable Homes Category Total 12 14 minimal build up of the floor surface, and little loss of head
room below.
An overall score of equal to or greater than 57 points is
by Toby Makin Bsc (Hons.) MIOA, Technical Advisor, SRS Limited required to achieve a Code Level of 3.
The Total Party Floor Solution is one of Sound Reduction
Systems wide range of high performance specifications for
The Code for Sustainable Homes is an environmental mandatory from 1st May 2008. The Code for Sustainable To achieve the maximum 4 credits separating floors floors and walls that are designed to meet the requirements
assessment method for rating and certifying the performance Homes scheme replaces the Ecohomes scheme. and walls have to be shown to achieve 8dB above the of The Code, without introducing complicated build-ups.
of new homes. As well as aiming to reduce the carbon performance requirements of Part ‘E’ 2003. Sound Reduction Systems are the leading independent
emissions and the environmental impact of new residential From the 1st of May 2008, a minimum of Code Level 3 is innovators of high performance soundproofing materials
developments, The Code also introduces a requirement to required for all new housing promoted or supported by the and systems, and are pleased to assist with any acoustic
Airborne Sound Impact Sound
encourage sustainable, good design Welsh Assembly Government or their sponsored bodies and Insulation Insulation challenge you have. Their industry leading, qualified,
that adds long lasting value and real from 2nd June 2008, experienced and approachable technical team are always
Separating Floors and Separating
benefits to the people who will live Code Level 3 has been Walls Floors Only available to help.
in it. required for all new DnT,w+Ctr L’nT,w
self-contained social Requirements of Part $45dB # 62dB [w] www.soundreduction.co.uk
A substantial component of the housing in Northern ‘E’ 2003
environmental impact of any Ireland. The Code Requirement to $48dB # 59dB
development occurs during it’s does not currently achieve 1 credit
construction, so a significant apply in Scotland. In Requirement to $50dB # 57dB
reduction can be made by simply encouraging the order to obtain a Code rating the developer first chooses a achieve 3 credits
construction of dwellings that will be lived in for longer. Service Provider. The Service Provider will then provide Requirement to $53dB # 54dB
achieve 4 credit
The Code became operational in April 2007 in England details of qualified Code Assessors, one of which must be
and having a code rating for new build homes became used to register the development and perform assessments

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picture perfect projects:

Victorian Woodworks 30

Cubicle Centre Ltd 32

Senior Architectural Systems 34

VM Zinc 36
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building

“Beauty is the oracle that speaks to us all”

Luis Barragan

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Victorian Woodworks
Provide A Restoration
Masterpiece For V&A
The world’s largest museum of decorative arts and design, the Victorian and Albert
Museum in London, has recently reopened their new Ceramics Galleries, following a
comprehensive refurbishment, with Victorian Woodworks completing an extensive
flooring restoration programme.

Purpose built in 1909 for the display of the Ceramics collection, the newly
refurbished galleries have been remarkably transformed. Telling the story of world
ceramics, 3000 of the most beautiful and interesting cups, bowls, vases and tiles
are displayed in airy rooms with an abundance of natural light streaming through
newly unblocked windows in the walls and ceilings.

With an unrivalled reputation gained over 20 years, Victorian Woodworks are

regarded as the UK’s most experienced and knowledgeable timber flooring
specialists. They have supplied new and reclaimed timber solutions, and restored
numerous floors throughout some of the country’s most prestigious locations,
including luxury hotels, stately homes, museums, art galleries and private members
clubs.

In order to retain the character and heritage of the building, the project brief
required a ‘refurb and restoration’ approach. The programme commenced with the
existing Burmese Teak woodblock flooring, which was laid to a beautiful herringbone
pattern, being carefully lifted from site. This was then transported to Victorian
Woodworks production site for assessment by their team of expert craftsman.
Naturally over time, wood floors are subjected to wear and tear, so where necessary,
matching replacement blocks were supplied from Victorian Woodworks unique
woodblock stockholding. Once the process of restoration was complete, the floor
was relaid and finished on site, having been restored to its’ natural beauty, to be
enjoyed for years to come.

Phil Wilson of Victorian Woodworks commented, “It was a privilege to work with the
V&A to complete this important transformation of their Ceramics Gallery. Restoration
projects are, by their nature, somewhat special, and require a very high level of
expertise and skilled craftsmanship. Our team were delighted with the result”.

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Zest Washroom System
A stylish, yet practical cubicle system, Zest has been developed to meet the
demands of modern washroom environments. An overall cubicle height of
2100mm provides advanced privacy; whilst the 100mm reduced floor clearance
offers users greater personal security.
Robust fittings such as the DDA compliant cubicle latches keep the design
focused on functionality, while high performance panels and edging offer
exceptional durability. Partitions and front panels are Stone Grey with cubicle
doors available in four exciting new colours: Blueberry, Kiwifruit, Mango or
Dragon Fruit.
Two woodgrain options are available on request for cubicle doors only. With its
unique fittings and energetic colour choice, the Zest cubicle system will add a
confident and striking presence to any washroom environment.
Zest is manufactured by Cubicle Centre Ltd – currently celebrating a decade of
supplying washroom products manufactured to the highest standards.

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Optimum Use Of Aluminium
And Composite Systems
Specifiers material options for windows, doors and curtain wall systems have
never been broader. The specifier can choose between the main framing
materials of aluminium, timber, PVC and steel or opt for a growing number of
composite systems of various materials.
For high rise and predominantly commercial applications, aluminium remains
one of the most popular choices for the specifier giving a long service life
with virtually 100% recyclability many times over. Improved polyamide thermal
breaks allow systems to meet the most stringent insulation requirements.
Over the last decade aluminium timber composite systems have become very
popular. Timber offers improved insulation with a natural and ‘warm’ internal
finish, timber also helps lock away carbon from our atmosphere making it a
good ‘green’ product to use. But specifiers should be aware that the selection
process does not need to be an ‘either or’ decision.
With the majority of composite systems opting for an aluminium external
weathering material it is quite easy to mix material choices within a
commercial or residential application and still maintain a uniform appearance
from outside the building.
Main, high traffic, entrances are best specified using aluminium commercial
doors. Utility rooms, manufacturing areas and laboratories, again aluminium
internally would be a preferential and hard wearing finish. But when we are
looking at offices, board rooms and living spaces, a timber appearance could
be better suited. Importantly the specifier can make the choice in conjunction
with the client for various areas of the project.
Senior Architectural Systems provide both Aluminium systems and an award
winning composite system known as ‘Hybrid’. Seniors’. Fabricators can
seamlessly join these systems to make best use of each of the systems qualities
whilst maintaining similar external sight lines and uniform finish. An all British
design, the complete range of systems are available in stock in the UK and can
be fabricated with the minimum of investment in new machinery.

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Zinc – Changing The
Face Of Interiors
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>>>> Zinc – Changing The Face Of Interiors
Zinc is undoubtedly achieving increasing prominence as a façade and roofing material
through projects of increasingly high profile. Its sustainability is reflected by an already
thriving recycling market which, in Western Europe, is already seeing around 90% of old
rolled zinc being reused. In addition, energy consumption in the manufacturing process
from natural ore is the lowest of any metal used in construction today. The lasting
appearance and low maintenance requirements over a design life spanning 50 years
thus enables zinc’s level of sustainability to be clearly defined.

Coventry University’s new Health Design and Technology Institute has incorporated the
latest innovations in building access and inclusive design to allow effective perception
of depth and texture for the partially sighted. Zinc was used in the £5.2 million design,
but in this case for both exterior cladding and as an element of interior design.

Associated Architects’ Project Architect Matthew Lucas commented, “The overall

concept was to create a legible spine which links spaces through the building. It was
important that this element read internally and externally. We selected zinc because
we wanted a material which could be crisp and express the spine but also have a hand
made quality. We developed an elevation treatment which had varying vertical widths
and we wanted to create a different aesthetic when viewed from various angles. This
led to the development of the splayed window heads and cills which has been very
successful. We used the zinc internally on feature walls and the lift shaft. This created a
homogenous aesthetic on the project.”

Designed around a central breakout space, the institute houses design studios,
laboratories, workshops and test areas where researchers and clients can explore and
evaluate new ideas. The zinc spine links two wings and the building has exposed
concrete soffits. Specialist metal contractor Richardson Roofing undertook installation
of the zinc and a complex carpentry specification for the outer wall substrate.
Such projects highlight the way in which zinc can be used to fulfill design criteria
based on a combination of aesthetics, practicality, performance and sustainability. The
range of finishes VM Zinc now offers enormous design scope for use of standing seam
and interlocking panel systems with contemporary and traditional materials.

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interiors - 42
environmental control - 46
roofs - 49
paints & coatings - 51
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walls - 52
timber protection - 53
fire protection - 54
external works - 54
doors, windows & glazing - 55
floors - 58
building

insulation - 58
structures - 59

“To create architecture is to put in order. Put

what in order? Function and objects”

Le Corbusier
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CRL Shower Door Hardware and Accessories The JIS Europe Range Of Stainless Steel
Towel Rails And Radiators
C.R. Laurence offers a wide range of shower door hardware and
accessories, including the Hydroslide sliding shower door kits. These are JIS Europe Ltd are the UK’s leading supplier of stainless steel towel rails and
available in 90 degree wall-to-glass installations and 180 degree wall-to-wall radiators. Stainless steel will not corrode or flake, it is also easy to clean and
installations. The Hydroslide system accommodates the option of floor to totally hygienic with no known health risks, thus it has been used in the food
near ceiling glass panels with a sliding door. Bottom fixed glass attachments industry for many years. Stainless steel is produced from over 90% recycled
and handles can be ordered separately. metal, manufactured environmentally and is 100% recyclable itself.

Also available from C.R. Laurence is an extensive range of frameless shower Sussex Range radiators will last a lifetime, manufactured from 304 (catering
door hardware, including; hinges, handles, door knobs, channels, clamps, grade) stainless steel with 316 (marine grade) stainless steel welds. Small
plus much more. marks or scratches can be polished out, and these stunning durable radiators
are the perfect heating choice for any home.

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NEW Taper-Loc System M&G Olympic Products

The Taper-Loc System is a revolutionary new frameless glass balustrade M & G Olympic Products have 40 years of experience in providing a
system. The precision measured control gives you high quality installations comprehensive package ranging from state-of-the–art design and production
every time. facilities through to project management and installation, ensuring quality
from concept to completion. This ability was recently demonstrated
• 50% faster to install than traditional alternatives during the transformation of the former headquarters of Bristol & West
• For toughened/toughened laminated glass from 12mm-25.52mm thick Building Society from an iconic 1960’s office block to a modern landmark
• Dry glaze system, no need for cement for the 21st Century. With its 176 bedrooms styled in the themes of ‘Chic’,
• Tested to meet the strictest building code requirements BS6180:1999 and ‘Fresh’ or ‘Fashion’, this stunning feature staircase and glass infill stainless
BS6399-1:1996 steel balustrading, supplied and installed by M & G Olympic Products Ltd,
• The product is unique. It uses a horizontal taper-loc design, which allows complements the hotel’s bold interior design and colourful furnishings – some
the system to be adjusted, dismantled and re-set. by the Italian fashion designer Rosita Missoni.

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New Cubicle Collection Launched Schell Angle Valves - Innovative Water Savers
ABET LAMINATI has launched a completely new Cubicle range from its Schell GmbH & Co. have introduced their innovative Angle Valve, consisting
range of high pressure laminate. The Collection is available in 34 plain of a brass body with a polished chrome plated surface, that allows flow
colours, 6 woodgrains and complementary speckle effects in laminate control of cold and hot water. Instead of the simple 90º degree ‘shut off’
specially selected for applications in areas of heavy usage or vandalism. The mechanism of a normal ball valve, this Schell product has a facility on the
Collection is primarily designed for use in heavy duty application and in high front of the valve that can be rotated anti-clockwise to set a desired flow rate
traffic public areas. and, of course, to compensate against differing pipe pressures.

It is also suitable where hygiene is a primary concern - this is because high The Angle Valve can water consumption by up to 40% without affecting
pressure laminate is easy to maintain and keep clean and overcomes the performance in any way and helps to reduce CO2 emissions and can be
problems associated with traditional wood surfaces and exposed joints which fitted in many applications including public buildings, schools and hospitals to
are unhygienic because they can harbour germs and trap dirt. domestic bathrooms.

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Zest Washroom System JIS Auto Bleed Valve – A Real Timesaver

A stylish, yet practical cubicle system, Zest has been developed to meet If you have a radiator heating system or just a water-heated towel rail, how
the demands of modern washroom environments. An overall cubicle height often have you cursed yourself for not bleeding the system when it was
of 2100mm provides advanced privacy; whilst the 100mm reduced floor needed? JIS Europe Ltd. have a neat and simple attachment which means
clearance offers users greater personal security. Robust fittings such as the that air-blocks need never happen again.
DDA compliant cubicle latches keep the design focused on functionality,
while high performance panels and edging offer exceptional durability. The Auto Bleed Valve is small, unobtrusive, simple to fit and inexpensive yet
it saves endless frustration, wasted time and money in situations where air
With its unique fittings and energetic colour choice, the Zest cubicle system regularly enters an individual appliance or a circulatory system. Automatically
will add a confident and striking presence to any washroom environment. pressure activated, the Valve vents the appliance as soon as it becomes
Zest is manufactured by Cubicle Centre Ltd – currently celebrating a decade necessary, increasing the energy efficiency of the heating system as well
of supplying washroom products manufactured to the highest standards. soothing the owner’s temper.

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Whatever The Column Casing Specification, Looking For Larger Lifts? Look To NEW Stannah Xtralifts
Encasement’s Got It Covered
Yes, Stannah Passenger Lifts are getting bigger. Our new Xtralift range
With the launch of the new fire resistant ‘Lamina’ range of compact laminate provides MRL gearless traction passenger lifts for up to 32 persons, with a
column casings, decorative architectural casing specialist, Encasement, multitude of configurations. Stannah Xtralifts can go a little higher and faster
believes it now has the most comprehensive column casing range available in than our 6-16 person Maxilift range, so giving our customers more choice
the UK. The company’s range already includes pre-formed plywood, stainless than ever before.
steel, aluminium and steel casings, as well as glass reinforced polymer and
gypsum (GRP and GRG), providing a highly versatile solution for concealing Of course our larger lifts come with the same Stannah assurances: quality
interior and exterior structural columns. In addition to the wide range shapes, manufacture, comprehensive choice of finishes, excellent customer service
sizes and finishes available on its standard and custom casings, Encasement and local service, nationwide.
also provides next day delivery on all ‘ex-stock’ pre-formed plywood casings,
where a fast response is needed for projects with short timescales.

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Cistermiser’s Hygienic, Water Saving ‘IR’ Taps New Specifier Handrail and Balustrade Brochure
Novatap and Novaspout are two vital components of the IR [Infrared] range At 80 pages, Laidlaw Solutions’ 2009 Handrail and Balustrade Solutions
of products developed by Cistermiser. Both are designed for the hygienic brochure provides comprehensive guidance on handrail and balustrade
‘hands free’ delivery of water to a standard wash basin, providing a set flow design, with detailed information affecting upright, infill and structural glazing
rate that lasts only as long as required. specification.

The Novatap is a robust but pleasantly styled, deck mounted, chrome plated Coverage of Regulations and Standards includes specific reference to the
single tap with the infrared activating sensor at the base of the upright and newly updated BS8300 and comment on risk of slips, trip and falls in the
it has a two-rod fixing that makes installation simple and vandalism difficult. workplace. Case studies covering a range of environments illustrate how
Designed for automatic supply from a wall panel mounting,the Novaspout, systems can be used to fulfil aesthetic as well as functional requirements,
in stainless steel, is of good appearance yet is practical and also vandal capitalising on the benefits of Laidlaw’s component based, rather than site
resistant. fabricated systems.

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Spectrum Handrails, Balustrade And Pro Clima Intelligent Airtight Systems

Balconies From Neaco
pro clima’s Intelligent airtight vapour control check, INTELLO PLUS along
Neaco’s Spectrum range of handrails, balustrade and glass-fronted Juliet with pro clima’s extensive range of airtight tapes, glues and grommets are
and walk-on balconies provide an outstanding combination of superior designed to last the life time of the building. pro clima are widely distributed
aesthetics, durability and ease of installation. With rails and balustrade in the UK by Ecological Building Systems Ltd through their network of
available in satin polished stainless steel or nylon powder coated aluminium, trained stockists. The system has been used in the first certified domestic
together with a comprehensive choice of infills, all components are precision and non-domestic Passivhaus builds in the UK. JPW Construction from
engineered to the highest manufacturing standards prior to delivery on-site, Wales achieved on the domestic property an air permeability result or Q50 of
minimising waste with no messy off-cuts. 0.250m3/(h.m2) 50 Pa. Their non-domestic project; Canolfan Hyddgen is
a Welsh Assembly/Powys County Council funded scheme building used as
Internal connection fixtures ensure a smooth, clean finish without need for meeting rooms, gained BREEAM Excellent and achieved a Q50 of 0.37m3/
welding. All Spectrum systems are designed to provide high-class aesthetics (h.m2) 50 Pa; both results far lower than the PassivHaus standard.
including non-chip finishes in a wide choice of solid and metallic colours.
Neaco Ecological Building Systems UK Ltd
T: 01653 695721 T: 05600 758025
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN13 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN16
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Trust T555 For Thermostatic Safety Heating Control Is Easy With Honeywell
Wireless Enabled Controls Packs
The innovative Performa T555 heralds the arrival of the next generation of
dual-control thermostatic bath and shower mixers from Pegler Yorkshire. Its Honeywell has launched its Sundial RF² wireless enabled heating control
thermostatic, anti-scald performance has been designed to eliminate scalding packs, which make it very easy to make existing home heating systems
by mixing hot and cold water at a safe, pre-set temperature while delivering energy efficient and more comfortable. The packs are especially suitable for
excellent flow rates and works even where pressure is low. the 80 percent of UK homes which lack the minimum controls required by
Building Regulations in new systems. 8½ million UK homes lack even a room
The latest innovation is the ability to turn off the water supply in seconds thermostat.
at the body of the tap, simply by using the dedicated isolation key. Other
popular features include dual thermostatic technology to give precise Wireless enabled time controllers and wireless thermostats in Sundial RF²
flow and temperature control and the easy to use handles with clear, bold packs work together automatically, straight out of the box, so are quick and
markings makes the T555 perfect for people with special needs to use. simple to install. They feature TPI (Time Proportional and Integral) advanced
energy saving control.

Pegler Yorkshire Group Honeywell Home Comfort Controls

T: 0870 1200 284 T: 01344 656511
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN14 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN17
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BSRIA Instrument Solutions The AYLESBURY™ Float Valve Range From Keraflo
BSRIA Instrument Solutions is a Total Solution organisation offering the Keraflo have manufactured top quality, delayed action float valves in the UK
instrument user a comprehensive service for their Test and Measurement for almost 25 years. Their Aylesbury™ range is synonymous with float valve
requirements. With equipment Hire, Sales and Calibration facilities. The excellence with tens of thousands of products in continual use in demanding
calibration department within BSRIA Instrument Solutions draws upon over applications throughout the UK and around the world.
40 years of experience in the building industry.
Aylesbury valves are designed to provide an accurate and efficient method
Equipment is available for Airflow, Illumination, Sound Frequency, Vibration, of controlling the level of stored cold water in tanks, with and without raised
Air leakage, Combustion, Data logging, Temperature, Humidity, Survey, float valve chambers. Manufactured in a Lloyds Register Quality Assured
Electrical and Environmental Analysis. manufacturing facility, they are constructed to operate over long periods
without the need for maintenance. All valves are WRAS approved and come
with a 5-year warranty.

BSRIA Instrument Solutions Keraflo Ltd

T: 01344 459314 T: 0118 921 9920
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN15 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN18
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LK Floor Heating Systems Levolux Speciality Venetian Blinds

For more than 30 years LK Systems have been supplying and developing Levolux Speciality Venetian blinds provide ‘all-round’ protection from direct
warm water under floor heating. Under floor heating works well and efficiently sunlight. They create the optimum environment by controlling glare, allowing
in any kind of building from a small cottage, to large industrial buildings and natural daylight to filter through and by significantly reducing solar heat gain
on up to huge schools and hospitals; it can be installed in any floor structure, during the summer months.
be it concrete, screed, beam & block, suspended or floating.
This can greatly reduce the need for expensive, energy sapping air
LK under floor heating has a working lifetime at least as long as the building conditioning. With ‘intelligent’, motorised controls and durable components
itself. It can be effectively powered by any heat source and LK under floor the system adjusts automatically to compensate for changing daylight levels.
heating can be mated to the heat source to provide extra economical
comfort. LK Systems not only offers products but entire floor heating system
solutions.

LK Systems Ltd Levolux Ltd

T: 0870 242 4873 T: 020 8863 9111
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN19 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN22
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NIBE Energy Systems Ltd Flag-Soprema Optigreen – Offering True

Green Roof Diversity
NIBE Energy Systems Ltd, recently launched a new generation of Heat
Pumps designed to utilise to maximum effect the heat ever present below Flag-Soprema’s 100-page technical brochure for its Optigreen green
ground level, converting it into energy to heat the home and all the hot water roof systems contains extensive information ranging from preliminary roof
used in it. inspection and structural assessment to choice of planting, installation and
aftercare.
The new NIBE F1145 and F1245 pumps are quite extraordinarily efficient,
are practically silent in operation and extremely user friendly for both the It explains how membranes should be used to provide substrate and root
installer and end-user. With fuel bill savings of up to 80% compared with barrier protection and examines factors affecting irrigation, drainage, wind
fossil fuel systems and with the greenest of credentials on carbon emissions uplift and erosion for nine green roof solutions. Advice is given on roof usage,
as well as energy saving, the new NIBE ground source heat pumps are very environmental conditions and how to provide a balanced planting medium for
impressive indeed. plant lists ranging from sedums to shrubs and trees.

NIBE Energy Systems Ltd Flag-Soprema UK Limited

T: 0845 095 1200 T: 01428 604500
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN20 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN23
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Easy To Recognise Colour - Coded Clips Why Would You Want Plastic When You Can Fit Steel?
Talon has recently introduced a range of Hinged Identification Pipe Clips Rainline, a unique steel based rain drainage system from Lindab, is the
to give instant recognition to the type of pipes they contain. With clips in system of choice for many building specifiers due to its price, performance
yellow for gas pipes, red for hot water pipes and blue for cold water, there and low maintance capabilities. Lindab can offer Rainline at a price point
can no longer be any excuse for mistaking a pipe during maintenance, repair, comparable to a mid range plastic system.
refurbishment or extension work.
Rainline offers minimal thermal movement and UV stability, it will not crack,
The red and blue clips are available in 15mm and 22mm and the yellow fade or leak, is highly resistant to corrosion and virtually maintenance
in 15mm, 22mm and 28mm. Recently introduced are ‘potable’ water free. Rainline is recyclable and provides a sustainable and cost effective
identification clips in 20mm 25mm and 32mm colour coded to blue MDPE alternative to plastic, aluminium or cast iron rain drainage system.
pipe colour.

Talon Manufacturing Ltd Lindab Ltd

T: 01634 296960 T: 0121 585 2780
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN21 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN24
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Sandtoft Develops Guide To The UK’s Esha Universal - Single Ply Protection For Roofs &
Largest Range Of Roof Tiles The Environment
Sandtoft has launched a comprehensive guide to the UK’s largest range of Esha Universal is a single layer, POCB environmentally friendly roofing
roof tiles, including innovations that can help specifiers cut their total roof membrane that offers the low temperature performance of SBS membranes
costs by up to a half. The Sandtoft Product Selector incorporates in-depth combined with the high – end performance of APP membranes. Uniquely, it
technical and visual information on the company’s entire range, including is manufactured featuring recycled content from Esha’s own recycling plant
Sandtoft’s clay solar solution – the UK’s first fully integrated solar system –the world’s first. Esha Universal is completely stable, it will not stretch, split
using clay roof tiles. or shrink, providing stress free overlap points to ensure a watertight bond is
maintained for the lifetime of the roof, at which point Esha Universal can be
As part of the Wienerberger group, Sandtoft now offers the largest and most fully recycled. A unique, environmentally friendly two story house constructed
diverse portfolio of roof tiles, slates and accessories in the UK. The addition at the University of Bath, entirely of straw bales features a roofing membrane
of the Koramic range of tiles means that Sandtoft now offers more products supplied by Esha as it met the projects demanding sustainable and
than its two closest competitors combined. environmental specification.
Sandtoft Roof Tiles Ltd Esha UK Ltd
T: 0844 9395 900 T: 01858 410372
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN25 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN28
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Fakro Launch Balcony Roof Window Klober Takes Control Of Air Leakage
Fakro GB is using Ecobuild to show its Balcony Roof Window in the U.K. for Klober’s new brochure ‘Taking control of air leakage’ explains how to
the first time. It has two sashes, the top-hung upper sash opening through develop an effective roof airtightness strategy, with specific reference to
45 degrees, while the lower sash slides out to reveal built-in balustrades. the use of vapour permeable membranes, vapour control layers and air
The large glazing area ensures that natural daylight is maximised, while the barriers. It explains the nine method of assessment categories in the Code
automatic V40P air inlet window provides the added benefit of balanced for Sustainable Homes, the principles of building fabric air permeability and
ventilation. requirements of Building Regulations and BREEAM.

As the only roof window manufacturer to use the patented topSafe® system, Managing Director David Arendell commented, “Energy and CO2 emissions
Fakro can provide the highest standard of security and safety currently make the biggest overall contribution to the CSH. As we improve the thermal
available in standard products, a minimum Class 3 - EN13049. efficiency of new homes and move towards zero carbon construction, it is
inevitable that air leakage will become even more significant.”

Fakro GB Ltd Klober Ltd

T: 01283 554755 T: 01509 500660
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN26 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN29
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Bilco Launches New Website Sens – A New, ‘Beneficial To Health’ Paint Range
Roof hatch, smoke vent and access equipment supplier Bilco UK has As a result of extensive research and collaboration with experts in the field of
updated and relaunched its website to include - among other things - video environmental research, occupational medicine and allergy prevention, Jotun
of its products in action. Among the products featured in the videos are is leading the way in this form of paint technology. Sens is the only paint
single leaf smoke vents which automatically open to the legally-required that fulfils the strict requirements of the Norwegian Asthma and Allergies
140 degrees, reducing the possibility of smoke being blown back into the Association (NAAF) as well as meeting the stringent environmental standards
building, and roof access hatches that feature easy single-handed opening set by the Swan and Euro Flower labels.
and closing, allowing users to keep one hand on the ladder for improved
safety. The Sens range of interior paint has the lowest rate of VOC emissions of any
paint on the market, making it one of the safest paints available today. Sens
The website also provides links to detailed product specifications, downloads is the ideal choice for situations where health considerations are paramount.
of CAD and other files, and a large number of case studies.

Bilco UK Ltd Jotun Paints (Europe) Ltd

T: 01284 701696 T: 0191 265 4381
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN27 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN30
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Timber Cladding From The A. Proctor Group ArtMe... Be Different... Be You

At The A. Proctor Group, we are committed to meeting the needs of modern ArtME, from Trimo is the latest, unique surface facade treatment that allows
day designers and their clients – and there can be no finer example than our literally unlimited shapes, patterns and visual effects to be expressed on the
timber cladding range. In our environmentally conscious world, we ensure all surface of Qbiss by trimo panels. Architects can choose from a portfolio
of our products are manufactured to the highest standards and that we only of ready-made designs – bubbles, puzzles and lines – combining these for
source materials that are environmentally friendly. dramatic and individual effect or they can take a bespoke approach and
literally make the facade their canvas. ArtMe is ideal for designs, patterns,
All of the timber cladding comes from reputable suppliers with full traceability textures, inscriptions, logos, brands or even photo-adaptations to breathe life
for the assurance that it has been harvested from sustainable forests. We into a construction.
offer a comprehensive range of profiles and colours to suit every application.
The cladding is pre-treated and provides long lasting durability backed by High-tech, ArtMe has no impact on the performance or original integrity of
comprehensive warranties. the panel; therefore it retains all of its anticorrosion, therefore protection and
thermal and sound insulation properties.
The A Proctor Group Trimo UK Ltd
T: 01250 872 261 T: 01270 665303
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN31 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN34
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Ancon Low Thermal Conductivity Wall Ties: Qbiss By Trimo

Helping To Deliver Energy-Efficient Buildings
Qbiss by Trimo is the unique 5-in-1 building solution offering the best in
Literature is now available on Ancon’s range of low thermal conductivity wall aesthetics with performance and functionality. Qbiss by Trimo, with its
ties. These ties minimise heat loss through thermal bridging, improving the innovative rounded corner, projects a modern high tech feel. Add to this
energy efficiency of a masonry cavity wall. The use of these ties can reduce the famous ‘shadow joint’ and the overall appearance is one of modern
insulation depth and wall footprint. minimalism and smoothness. Self-supporting Qbiss by Trimo eliminates the
need for additional substructure, conferring tremendous savings in terms
In addition to a number of stainless steel wire wall ties, the range includes of money and construction time. Integrated fire protection builds in safety
the Ancon TeploTie which is manufactured from pultruded basalt fibres set and integrated insulation with no thermal bridges delivers the highest energy
in resin. This BBA-approved product is available exclusively from Ancon. It efficiency. Assembly options include the two traditional horizontal and vertical
has a thermal conductivity of just 0.7W/mK, making it the most thermally orientations, with a new ‘brick’ orientation. Add the widest Corus Colorcoat
efficient wall tie on the market. Prisma® colours, and Qbiss by Trimo becomes a total building envelope.

Ancon Building Products Trimo UK Ltd

T: 0114 275 5224 T: 01270 665303
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN32 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN35
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Aluglaze Panels From Panel Systems Proven Fire Protection For Timber
This image shows multi-coloured Aluglaze panels from Panel Systems. They At Ecobuild 2010, Arch Timber Protection will be exhibiting its range of
were supplied in five different colours to create a striking futuristic facade industrially applied fire retardant treatments that give architects and specifiers
for the new Durham Johnston Comprehensive School in Durham. Each complete reassurance when designing timber into new public buildings. The
panel features a low density insulated core material and high density facing range provides highly effective fire protection from established treatments
and balancing materials to ensure a rigid structural panel. The panels are such as DRICON and NON-COM Exterior, both of which have over 25 years
designed to span over large areas, which gives the specifier greater flexibility of proven commercial use.
when considering the overall design. Panel Systems has the experience and
expertise to work with a range of facing materials, including lamina, trespa, DRICON fire retardant treated timber remains the only product of its type
timber, plastisol, steel and aluminium. This means the Panel Systems range to achieve British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification and continues
of architectural panels can satisfy specifiers’ requirements for aesthetics, to provide a proven and permanent surface spread of flame protection for
longevity, acoustics, thermal insulation, fire and impact resistance. interior and weather protected exterior timber applications.

Panel Systems Arch Timber Protection

T: 0114 249 5635 T: 01977 714000
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN33 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN36
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Eco Fire Preventative Coatings 2010 Anti-Ligature Door Hardware Guide From Laidlaw
Envirograf® eco friendly water based fire preventative coatings for timber Laidlaw Solutions’ new Orbis Anti-Ligature door furniture brochure contains
can offer both Class 0 & Class 1 spread of flame and 30 and 60 minutes fire comprehensive information on a range which has seen a significant number
protection. Tested to BS476 parts 6 & 7 and 22 and B/S1/d0 of European of additions since the last edition. Co-ordinated, ready-to-install locksets
Standard Parts EN13823:2002 single burn test (SBI) and EN11925-2: are available with functions which include rollerbolt locks with primary and
2002 ignitability. Envirograf® passive fire preventative coatings can be used secondary barricade override options.
internally or externally and can be over coated with a range of protective
sealants that can offer up to an impressive 12 year exterior maintenance Specific designs for washrooms and bedrooms are available with the option
cycle. The coatings are available in clear, white or a range of colours and of auto-locking night latches, while new door pulls, radius plates, retractable
finishes, a new coating version is also available for use in kitchens and doorplates and accessories have greatly extended combination permutations.
hygienic areas. See Envirograf® products at Ecobuild stand 1414 Earls All have a 10-year guarantee, are supplied in either Satin Stainless Steel or
Court, London 2nd -4th March 2010. Silk Anodised Aluminium and come with Torx pin tamper-proof fixings.

Envirograf Laidlaw Solutions Ltd

T: 01304 842555 T: 01902 600431
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN37 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN40
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The New 3 In 1 Conversion Automated Slide Round Garage Doors

Envirograf have launched Envir-e-flex, the perfect answer to providing a Rundum Meir is pleased to have completed numerous garage door projects,
3 in 1 product for thermal insulation to L1B & L2B, airborne and impact which have included contemporary and traditional designs, meeting the
sound and 70 minutes fire protection. Envir-e-flex consists of a reflective fire criteria of conservation areas.
protective panel with an attached non-itch sponge. The Envir-e-flex panels
can be used in loft conversions between trusses requiring only a facing of Our doors are made from high-quality, hand-selected timber and can meet
9mm plasterboard to achieve excellent U values. Envir-e-flex can be used individual design requirements. Our most recent project is working on a
between joists and also between floors in new build projects. Envir-e-flex Passivhaus that typically achieves an energy saving of 90% compared with
is produced in a depth to suit most joists and trusses whilst offering an existing housing.
important airflow for cabling and minimising condensation problems.

Envirograf Rundum Meir

T: 01304 842555 T: 0151 280 6626
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN38 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN41
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Ultrascape Concretes, Mortars and Grouts New Hinge Offers Optimum Adjustability For Interior
Doors
Ultrascape, part of the Instarmac Group, manufacture a specialist range
of concretes, mortars and grouts that meet and exceed the demands of SFS intec has developed a new version of its premium quality Cab-R corner
pavement and carriageway construction using concrete and natural stone mounted door hinge which offers greater adjustability. The Cab-R 3D is
setts and flagstones. Ultrascape offers fine bedding concretes and slurry adjustable in three dimensions so the door sash height can be raised or
primers, to high performance flowable grouts and surface protection liquids lowered and the sash can be adjusted laterally and for gasket pressure.
that conform to British Standard BS 7533. The range facilitates ease of
use and early trafficking ensuring minimum disruption within town and city The hinge allows the door sash to open to a full 180 degrees and is designed
environments. Ultrascape Pro-Bed HS Fine Bedding Concrete, Pro-Prime to be a subtle and almost invisible feature of the door, neatly tucked away in
Slurry Primer and Flowpoint Rapid Setting Flowable Grout have recently the top and bottom corners of the door frame. The product is also available in
featured in prestigious projects, including The Marriott Hotel and The Savoy two finishes as standard.
Hotel in London, and the recent refurbishment of Covent Garden.

Instarmac® Group plc SFS Intec

T: 01827 871871 T: 0113 2085 500
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN39 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN42
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SFS Intec Expands Glazing Potential With Crittall Stamps Its Credentials On New
Extended Fixings Range Composite Range
SFS intec has expanded its range of fixing systems for glass to offer With the launch of its innovative new Composite range, Crittall Windows now
architects and designers the scope to deliver even more ambitious glazed offers the trade a perfect blend of timber and aluminium windows and doors,
features in all types of newbuild and refurbishment projects. Details of all suitable for installation in both new build and refurbishment. Crittall’s new
SFS intec’s glass fixing systems are available in its catalogue which can be Composite range simplifies the specification process: the company is the only
obtained online or by phone. supplier to offer a UK-based design, manufacture and installation service to
ensure continuity, quality and logistical support.
New additions to the range include the new AF fixing system for double
glazed units. This allows the creation of thermally superior glass facades with Crittall’s Composite range successfully combines the warmth and natural
low U-values thanks to an innovative point fixing design that is available in a beauty that timber lends to interiors with the high performance and minimal
domed or countersunk head for a choice of aesthetic finish. maintenance that aluminium brings to exteriors.

SFS Intec Crittall Windows Ltd

T: 0113 2085 500 T: 01376 530800
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN43 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN46
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New Protective Glass Security Screen Complete Fire Glass Solutions

Two UK companies have joined forces to bring to market one of the world’s Vetrotech Saint-Gobain is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of fire
safest security screens. Safetell, designs, manufacturers and installs a range resistant glass, offering guaranteed glass solutions whatever the requirement.
of fixed and reactive security screens and other systems, to protect staff All Vetrotech Saint-Gobain glasses perform to the highest specifications,
against violence and attack in the workplace. In partnership with Wrightstyle, meeting or exceeding every fire regulation worldwide, as well as producing
the steel glazing systems specialist, Safetell has designed and tested a glass products that continue to push the design envelope.
bullet-resistant glazing system that combines high levels of protection with
exceptional value. We only manufacture Class A fire resistant glasses, with a range of glass
types developed to meet every requirement so that we offer complete fire
The independent tests were carried out by Wiltshire Ballistic Services and glass solutions – from 30 minutes of integrity (E30) to 120 minutes of
passed to BS EN 1522/1523 threat level FB4 (against a .44 or .357 integrity and insulation (EI 120).
Magnum hand gun) and threat level FSG (against a 12-guage shotgun with a
solid lead slug) without spalling on the safe side.
Safetell Ltd Vetrotech Saint-Gobain UK
T: 01322 233233 T: 01274 302390
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN44 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN47
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Contemporary Living With Solarlux Sonic Windows

Create a contemporary, exciting, light filled living space with a Solarlux For the last 55 years, Sonic have been designing, manufacturing and
Wintergarden. Used in conjunction with our thermally broken sliding/folding installing a range of communication windows that people all over the UK use
doors, which eliminate the barriers between inside and out, they create a every day. Sonic Windows design and engineering expertise ensures that all
contemporary light filled lifestyle. our products offer the optimum combination of clear communication together
with protection for your staff and compliance with all legislative and safety
The doors are made in triple laminated timber or aluminium and have requirements.
excellent pascal ratings, high security and high performance glazing too. The
Solarlux Wintergarden definitely creates the wow factor. We have products suitable for almost all applications, so please browse our
site and whatever your requirements or queries, please get in touch through
our contact page and we will be happy to discuss them and provide any
further information you may require.

SOLARLUX Systems LTD Sonic Windows Ltd

T: 01924 204444 T: 01424 223864
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN45 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN48
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New Drainage Catalogue For Schools New Interior Insulation For Restoring Buildings
BLUCHER UK Ltd, who manufactures stainless steel drainage solutions, has Remmers are proud to launch iQ-Therm to the market. The system is
launched its latest brochure highlighting the benefits of their most commonly unique for refurbishing buildings from the inside and significantly upgrading
used products in schools. the insulation properties whilst remaining fully breathable – with no vapour
barrier. This ‘intelligent’ insulation consists of a breathable rigid polyurethane
Having supplied many Schools with products from their extensive range, foam panel, adhered to the structure walls, then rendered and painted with
BLUCHER has built a solid reputation offering cost effective, long lasting and compatible products to offer a solution which solves condensation, mould and
sustainable drains, access covers, grease separators, channels, and push fit heat loss problems all-in-one!
soil waste and rainwater pipework to the education sector.
The installed system has an immense capacity to store and transport
moisture, which buffers peak moisture loads in the air of the room, regulating
the climate.

BLUCHER UK Ltd Remmers (UK) Limited

T: 01937 838000 T: 0845 373 0103
E: [email protected] Enquiry SN49 E: [email protected] Enquiry SN52
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A Comprehensive Range Of Entrance Lindapter Launch Metfloor Decking Fixing

Flooring Solutions From Forbo
Lindapter, known for manufacturing non-weld steelwork connection systems
Forbo Flooring Systems offers high quality, well proven entrance flooring for over 75 years have announced the expansion of their decking fixing
systems specifically designed to remove dirt and moisture from the soles range with the development of the Type MF, allowing building services to be
of shoes and the treads of wheeled traffic in all types of heavily trafficked suspended from Metfloor 60 & 80 profiles produced by CMF.
entrance areas. Nuway engineered entrance matting systems, individually
made to meet the customer’s exact specification, provide a highly effective Lindapter highlights that the new fixing creates genuine efficiencies for the
first line of defence against tracked in soil and moisture. The exceptionally contractor as it is installed within seconds and is adjustable onsite without the
versatile textile “clean-off” entrance system products in the Coral range each requirement of specialist labour, expensive tools or power. Contractors have
perform a specific cleaning function and are designed to meet a wide range already placed orders for the £1.45bn Westfield Stratford City development
of application requirements. Coral Obex is a versatile modular system which and the new £8.75m A&E unit at Withybush General Hospital. The Type MF
can be used on its own or in conjunction with other Coral textile ranges to is available now in sizes M6, M8 and M10
provide a fully integrated entrance system.
Forbo Flooring UK Ltd Lindapter International
T: 0800 731 2369 (samples) T: 01274 521 444
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Maxi 60 Ceiling System – Acoustic & 1hr Fire Rated Anvil Foundations Limited
The Maxi 60 ceiling system from acoustic experts Sound Reduction Systems Anvil Foundations are a specialist foundation company. Our services include:
Ltd is the perfect solution to Part E of the Building Regulations regarding the Piling for New Build, Extensions, Retaining Structures, Restricted Access,
transmission of sound within building. Not only is it possible to exceed both Minipiling, Underpinning.
the airborne and impact noise requirements of Part E, but it will also offer an
hour’s fire resistance. What makes this even more remarkable, is that the Underpinning - Traditional Mass Concrete, Beam and Base, Minipiling,
whole system is only 60mm deep. Needle and Ground Beams, Rafts, Basements

The Maxi 60 ceiling is also one of our Code for Sustainable Homes acoustic Grouting - Void filling below ground such as floor slabs.
solutions, allowing the specifier to achieve vital credits towards the overall
points total of the building. All of these systems are described in more detail on our website. If you need
a foundation in difficult or interesting ground conditions contact ANVIL - the
SOLID Foundation Company.
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doors, windows & glazing - 80
roofs - 92
walls - 96
innovations

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interiors - 100
external works - 104
structures - 106
projects - 108
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Armourcoat At Ecobuild Heating And Ventilation Systems That Put
Armourcoat will be
Energy Efficiency First
exhibiting for the
first time at Ecobuild Johnson & Starley is highlighting
in March on stand examples of its energy saving heating,
2472. Armourcoat has ventilation and heat recovery systems
become an integral at Ecobuild 2010, Stand 1862. Both
part of some of the new and established products will be on
world’s most prestigious show including the renowned RenoXtra
architectural projects. range of boilers, LE155/250 whole
Core product lines are house heat recovery systems, CE180 and
made from natural 300 Premier central extract ventilation Litchfield Group Shows Its Delivery Of
systems. RenoXtra high efficiency
minerals, predominately Zero Carbon Homes At Ecobuild
pre-consumer recycled Jotun Breaks New Ground At Ecobuild 2010 combination condensing boilers are
marble. This can account for up to 60% of the recipe, as for example available in 30kW and 37kW models with
When it comes to paint, most people don’t think of each model featuring a gas saver module Visitors to Ecobuild 2010 will see how zero carbon homes
in ArmourCast.
consideration to the environment or to health. But that is built into its cabinet. This provides built to traditional British styles are being delivered today,
Armourcoat’s new Sculptural range includes up to 30% post-consumer
precisely what Jotun Paints (Europe) Ltd has achieved with additional system efficiency by re-cycling cost effectively at Brookwood Farm near Woking using the
recycled material. Most products have low or zero VOCs (Volatile
Sens – a revolutionary new, ‘beneficial to health’ paint range flue gas heat. The LE 155 and LE 250 pioneering three-step building system from UK building
Organic Compounds). The water-based ArmourColor coatings
the company is launching in the Paint Pavilion (EPP2) at this whole house heat recovery systems will products manufacturer The Litchfield Group. The company is
additionally have anti-bacterial properties to prevent the build-up of
year’s Ecobuild. The Sens range of interior paint is safe to use recover heat energy and provide essential air management. Johnson exhibiting (stand 2123) its building system’s three elements
mould, mildew and bacteria (including MRSA, E.Coli and Salmonella).
by everyone, including those suffering from allergies, asthma or & Starley’s latest generation of central extract ventilation systems – Sheerframe HED windows, Masterdor Thermal door-sets
New for 2010 – Ecobuild exclusive: DUTURO® is a tough, hard-
other respiratory conditions. It contains virtually no emanating supports the latest version of Part F of the Building Regulations and the and ICF Tech structural walls - which combine to provide
wearing marble and acrylic architectural coating. Designed for spray
harmful substances and has the lowest rate of VOC emissions Good Practice Guide 268 for domestic ventilation. These central extract a building envelope to roof height that is ideal for the
application, and suitable for both interior and exterior use, DUTURO®
of any paint on the market, making it one of the safest paints systems are designed for installation in the roof space or ceiling void. construction of Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6 ‘zero
creates a durable textured stone-like finish. The new formulation,
available today. The products are highly durable and their 100% The C300 Premier central extract system is designed for whole house carbon’ homes. The Litchfield Group’s three step solution
incorporating 45% recycled marble, responds to market requirements
acrylic formulation means that the surfaces are scrubbable and ventilation and is capable of achieving airflows of 300 m3/hour. It comprises its Sheerframe HED window system, made to
for finishes eligible for environmental building programmes.
can be easily cleaned. includes an EC fan for even more energy efficient operation and lower measure Masterdor Thermal door-sets and ICF Tech structural
running costs. walls.
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Blackdown Install Green Roof at 1 New York Street

Arch Timber Protection – Stand 2047
At Ecobuild, stand number 1460, will be green roof
specialists Blackdown Horticultural Consultants
Arch Timber Protection will be exhibiting its range of industrially of Somerset who have installed sustainable Green
applied fire retardant treatments that give architects and and Brown roof systems at 1 New York Street
specifiers complete reassurance when designing timber into - Manchester’s most impressive new development
new public buildings, whilst still allowing the natural beauty of - contributing to its BREEAM rating of ‘Excellent’.
the timber to provide striking results. The range provides highly Comprising 9000m² of office space and 400m² of
effective fire protection from established treatments such as ground floor retail units, 1 New York Street is a 12-
DRICON and NON-COM Exterior, both of which have over 25 years storey mixed used development. The incorporation of
of proven commercial use. Recently, the UK Wood Protection a green roof was part of a carefully considered design
Association announced findings on 21 year durability tests carried package to ensure that construction was executed as
out on both DRICON and NON-COM Exterior treated timbers. ecologically as possible.
The treatments, when re-tested, showed no loss of performance Blackdown installed 361m² of substrate and
against the original testing carried out in the 1980s. specialist planting, combining an extensive Sedum
Plug and Hydroplant system, bio-diverse brown roof
DRICON fire retardant treated timber remains the only product of and wildflower turf area which will develop and
its type to achieve British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification flourish over time. The planting has been designed to
and continues to provide a proven and permanent surface spread attract local plant and wildlife species and to provide
of flame protection for interior and weather protected exterior a habitat for insects.
timber applications. Brown and green roofs both offer environmentally
relevant design solutions and are often specified
NON-COM Exterior treatment ensures that timbers used in exterior alongside each other to provide variance across
and severe damp situations can be safely specified for major build a large roof area. Green roofs are self-sustaining
projects. and offer a number of ecological and performance
benefits, acting as a natural insulator and providing a comfortable working environment for the inhabitants of the building whilst Brown roofs
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Solar Shading At Ecobuild
Aesthetic Value High, U Value Low
Caribbean Blinds (UK) Ltd, the UK market leader in the design, 2009 was somewhat of a turning year in the design of buildings and
manufacture, supply and installation of dynamic exterior solar shading probably saw the largest number of buildings, both in new build and
solutions are pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at refurbishment incorporating some form of exterior shading and we will
Ecobuild, the largest event for sustainable design and construction in see more and more large scale commercial and residential developments
Glazing Vision, the original frameless glass rooflight manufacturer, also helping domestic and commercial customers to increase their energy the built environment. Their products limit solar gain in the summer needing to incorporate outside blinds to comply with legislation.
are delighted to introduce to the Flushglaze suite the new Flushglaze efficiency which in turn helps the environment in the process – a win-win and allow it in the winter, whilst controlling light levels, cutting glare, At the show Caribbean will be launching their new and revised range
Tripleglazed glass rooflight that boasts the lowest U-value for any glass situation all round.” improving visual comfort and providing privacy but maintaining the view of contract focussed products which includes folding arm awnings,
rooflight currently available. and connection with the outside world. window canopies, exterior screens and external blinds to name just a few
To date the new Tripleglaze rooflight has been specified for the new £5m products. Of particular interest to those attending will be their Antiguan
The glass is made up of a triple glazed unit which is silicone sealed and Blakenhall Neighbourhood Centre community project in Wolverhampton, Buildings are responsible for around half of all CO2 emissions in the UK ZIPSCREEN - an external screen which mounts directly in front of a
bonded into the aluminium framework and can achieve a centre pane the refurbishment of the London House Hotel, a new indoor swimming and air conditioning is the second largest energy user in buildings. With window and affords solar gain prevention as it stops the sun’s energy
U-Value of just 0.77/Wm2K. pool centre plus several bespoke private residences; all of which have ever tightening legislation, including revisions to Part L of the building before it reaches the glass, whilst still maintaining visibility towards the
been designed to the highest specification with regards to energy regulations due to come into force later this year, the code for sustainable outside and allowing diffused natural daylight through.
The Flushglaze Tripleglazed rooflight can be tailored to meet many conservation and sustainable building materials. homes and the Governments target for all buildings to be zero carbon
shapes and sizes from square, rectangular or triangular and Glazing by 2050, the specification of buildings will need to be improved. It is Caribbean will also be showcasing their new range of Sattler screen
Vision will identify and design the rooflight to meet your needs. It can The new Flushglaze Tripleglaze rooflight can be seen at the forthcoming estimated that around 80% of the buildings that will need to be zero fabrics which are completely pvc and odour free keeping that traditional
be manufactured in one section up to 5.2m and, for larger requirements, Ecobuild Exhibition, Earls Court, London, 2-4 March, Stand 2583 carbon by 2050 are already standing. textile fabric look and feel with all the benefits of a typical screen fabric
the units can be extended to any length like ribbon glazing by linking including flame retardancy, glare reduction and visibility through. Also on
sections either with glass to glass silicone seals, back to back angles or All Glazing Vision units are designed, engineered and manufactured at Windows are the weak point in a buildings insulation, yet are necessary display will be their newest wire guided screen, named Dominica, which is
glass fins dependent upon application and rooflight width. the company’s own production plant in Suffolk, England and each is pre- to keep the connection and view with the outside world. Intelligently featured on what will hopefully be the first certified PassivHaus dwelling
assembled and tested prior to being shipped to any global destination. controlled exterior solar shading systems that move according to the in England and will also be shown on TV’s C4 Grand Designs later in 2010.
The Flushglaze is a very low profile system based on car windscreen external climatic conditions are the most effective way to control the Details of this project will be distributed at the show.
technology, the glass being structurally bonded and triple sealed Strong design skills, based on solid engineering and manufacturing amount of heat and light entering a building, therefore creating a safe,
making it ideal for flat roof applications on a pitch of only 3-5 degrees. principles, have ensured that Glazing Vision consistently develop products comfortable and efficient internal environment. Stuart Dantzic, Sales and Marketing Director tells us ‘Europe has embraced
This reduces water ponding and condensation risks to a minimum by that satisfy the demand for high energy efficiency, minimal framework, for many years the use of dynamic external shading and blinds on both
the elimination of internal flashings and metal framework and can be concealed operating mechanisms and, crucially, no internally visible THERMAL CONTROL - solar gain is prevented when required keeping a cool new build and refurbishment projects, to control and best utilise the
installed on flat or sloped roof applications. framework – all of which are prerequisites throughout the Glazing Vision interior temperature. effects of the sun therefore reducing if not mitigating the load or need
product range. From this very committed operating base the company VISUAL COMFORT - glare is eliminated whilst natural diffused daylight is for complex and costly cooling and heating devices therefore avoiding
Jon Shooter, Glazing Vision Marketing Director, says: “The beauty of is able to maintain both the capability and capacity to expand their maintained along with the views towards the outside world. vast amounts of CO2 emissions. The UK construction industry needs to
the Flushglaze Tripleglaze rooflight is that you can achieve amazing international profile whilst continuing to deliver unrivalled customer REDUCED COSTS - a reduction or mitigation in the use or need for air take this on board so our aim at Ecobuild (stand 2120) is quite simple, to
thermal performance without compromising on design aesthetics, as the service to their domestic market. conditioning and heating will save on both capital and running costs. help further educate everyone involved in building design on the massive
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Yorkon To Launch New Design Tool For
Off-Site Construction
Award-winning off-site specialist and Portakabin subsidiary, Yorkon, will be
demonstrating its cutting edge approach to off-site construction at Ecobuild 2010
(stand 2449) and will be launching a new
version of its highly successful design tool
which helps architects and contractors work
with off-site construction. In response to the
unprecedented level of interest in the guide
and following research with users, Yorkon is
launching a new edition which will feature its
The A. Proctor Group
award-winning high performance floor, more The A. Proctor Group of Blairgowrie will be exhibiting
building examples and links, and practical at Ecobuild (stand 2118). Part of their exhibit will be
tips and advice about designing for off-site. showing their extensive range of timber cladding including
The tool will also be downloadable from the Yorkon website for the first time, and will Maibec and Royale. Maibec is an easy maintenance timber
include module sizes, options for staircases and lifts, and easy-to-use files to help cladding which has a standard warranty of 50 years against
architects and contractors develop a building design for a specific project, and produce rot and decay. Also being shown will be the new Retrophix,
fast and accurate project drawings. The Yorkon approach to off-site construction delivers a unique, slim thermal insulation board for hard to treat
high quality buildings for a wide range of applications, on time and on budget, with external walls.
unrivalled design flexibility and less disruption.
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Click And Fit Rainwater Control Technology From Lindab At Ecobuild

Rainline from Lindab is becoming the system of
choice for those who want an eco friendly, cost
effective, high performance rain drainage system
and a practical alternative to plastic. Quick and
easy to install, Rainline is precision engineered
to simply click together for a perfect watertight
fit - just click, fit and forget it. Rainline
outperforms plastic and aluminum systems,
offering minimal movement and UV stability
- it will not crack, fade or leak, is highly
Ecological Building resistant to corrosion and virtually maintenance
free. Available in 10 high build polyester
Systems at Ecobuild colours, plain galvanised, natural copper and
Visitors to the Ecological Building Systems Aluzinc, Rainline is supported by a range of
UK stand number 2415 at Ecobuild will comprehensive guarantees. See the complete
be left in no doubt how to achieve Rainline range on the stand no 364 at Ecobuild.
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complete range of products under the pro
Clima brand umbrella, including INTELLO
PLUS Intelligent vapour check as well
as durable glues, tapes and seals. These
products offer a total solution to providing
a continuous seal in the internal fabric of
NIBE Energy Systems At Ecobuild 2010
the building giving rigorous levels of air NIBE Energy Systems, one of the country’s innovators in the development
tightness. Two new products will be on and supply of domestic and commercial renewable energy heating systems,
show; GUTEX wood fibre insulation boards will be showing a wide range of its products on Stand 1557 at Ecobuild

The New 3 In 1 Conversion

and Calsitherm Climate Board. GUTEX at Earls Court in London. With the sharply rising interest in energy
wood fibre insulation boards are vapour conservation from the public, the industry and from Government, Ecobuild
permeable and help regulate moisture, is expected to be a vibrant occasion and it’s billing as “The world’s
producing a pleasant and healthy indoor biggest event dedicated to sustainable design, construction and the built
climate. GUTEX manufacture single ply New from Envirograf, and featured on stand 1414 at Ecobuild, is Envir- being positioned to close to electric cables and therefore running the risk
environment” seems well justified. NIBE will show a complete range of
boards up to 240mm thick. Calsitherm e-flex - the perfect answer to providing a 3 in 1 product for thermal of electrical cables overheating and potentially causing a fire. Envir-e-flex
the company’s systems designed to supply energy for central heating and
Climate Board is the ideal solution for insulation to L1B & L2B, airborne and impact sound and 70 minutes fire is the perfect solution because it is produced in a depth to suit most joists
hot water supply using exhaust air from the home, from air in the outside
historic buildings, an internal insulating protection. Envir-e-flex consists of a reflective fire protective panel with and trusses whilst offering an important airflow for cabling and minimising
atmosphere and from geothermal sources.
board made from calcium silicate, just an attached non-itch sponge. The Envir-e-flex panels can be used in loft condensation problems. Also new from Envirograf are Thermal Cavity Fire
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Siegenia-Aubi To Make The Case Titon’s Ultra-Efficient Ventilation Units
For Ventilation At Ecobuild Showcased At Ecobuild 2010
Hardware and ventilation Titon’s ultra-efficient whole house ventilation units will be
specialist SIEGENIA-AUBI taking centre stage of the company’s stand (1841) at Ecobuild
LTD will be offering the 2010. Both the HRV Q Plus range of heat recovery ventilation
building industry solutions units and its ground
to ever tightening thermal breaking CME whole house
standards at Ecobuild in ventilation unit will be on
March. The firm will make display – allowing visitors
Steico Exhibits Healthy the case for mechanical to the show to see the
Polypipe Ventilation At Focus On The Fabric ventilation in the race products in action. Also on
to meet tough thermal show will be its NEW range
Ecobuild Best known in the UK for its growing standards, as well as of accessories for its whole
Polypipe Ventilation will be exhibiting at
Cistermiser Plan For Ecobuild market share of the i-joist sector through promoting its collection house ventilation range.
Ecobuild (stand 1462) for the first time, Cistermiser Ltd. will be exhibiting at Ecobuild its Steicojoist and Steicowall ranges, Steico of high performance These will include its new
where they will display their market leading (stand 1374 ). Cistermiser’s main products Limited on Stand No 2140 at Ecobuild 2010, aluminium window and Summer Bypass add on for
Domus range of energy-efficient ventilation focus on fully automated, ‘hands-free’ water now adds growing emphasis on insulation door hardware on stand its HRV range, as well as
ducting systems and will also be launching management systems and the company’s IR products to help specifiers and builders meet CAB04. This is SIEGENIA- a new advanced controller
the Polypipe SAP Q rated Mechanical Extract range of products have recently been awarded tough new Government CO2 reduction targets. AUBI’s first appearance at which allows the units to
Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) unit. the accolade of entitlement to display the Steico helps to meet these targets with a Ecobuild. From Ecobuild, be switched or boosted by
Polypipe Ventilation is at the forefront in Waterwise Marque for the promotion of water range of energy efficient insulation products the SIEGENIA-AUBI team remote control. Additionally visitors will also be able to see its
delivering energy-efficient solutions and efficiency. The Marque has been granted including wood fibre Steicoflex and hemp will be hot footing it to High Flow Q Plus Airbrick, which, thanks to its revolutionary yet
plays a vital role in helping customers to to Cistermiser for the development of the based Steicocanaflex which help regulate the Germany to showcase its discreet design is easy to install, easy to connect and cheaper
achieve the higher levels of the Code for active infrared sensor used in the company’s internal climate of buildings. In particular, aluminium, PVC and timber than a standard double airbrick.
Sustainable Homes. Polypipe supplies high innovative range of “hands free” washroom the “phase shift” concept uses natural hardware and revolutionary
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Hansgrohe At Ecobuild 2010 Icynene’s Proven Insulation At Ecobuild

On Stand 2220 at Ecobuild, Hansgrohe demonstrates Icynene, one of the pioneers of the Green Building Movement in North
that no compromise in design or quality is required in America and inventor of water blown soft foam insulation for residential
order to save water in the bathroom with their stylish and commercial construction, is exhibiting at Ecobuild on stand 1465.
range of water-saving showers, taps and thermostatic Founded in 1986, Icynene is now the largest supplier of soft foam
mixers. A prime example is the Crometta 85 Green. insulation and air barrier material in North America and has participated
Thanks to a combination of devised flow regulation in over 200,000 healthy, environmentally-friendly and energy efficient
and central air intake, this clever hand and overhead building projects across the world.
shower delivers just 6 litres of water per minute while Soft foam is the fastest growing insulation material in the world today
still providing great performance. On 1st September and Icynene’s spray-in-place products contain no harmful emissions.
2009, this shower was added to the Water Technology Applied as a liquid, Icynene expands to 100 times its volume in seconds
List as part of the government’s Enhanced Capital to fill every crack and crevice while remaining flexible so that the
Allowance scheme, this allows businesses to write-off integrity of the building envelope seal remains intact over time.
100% of their spending in the first year when they Icynene’s Jeff Hood said, ”In a recent project to insulate a new wing at
invest in any approved product that saves water. a nursing home in Lancashire, Icynene’s insulation enabled a 40percent
reduction in boiler size as well as reducing external traffic noise and
In addition to water-saving bathroom fittings, providing better indoor air quality for the residents.”
Hansgrohe also demonstrates how you can use water “Icynene is not only a proven pathway to energy efficiency and reducing
twice with their Pontos AquaCycle. This unique indoor CO2 emissions but also extremely popular with design professionals as
grey water recycling system takes water from the it enables them to explore geometry and space without compromising
shower, bath and sink and recycles it for use flushing building envelope performance. As an air barrier, it will meet or
the toilet, cleaning, washing clothes and watering exceed the air tightness performance standards set out by the Code for
gardens. Sustainable Homes,” added Mr Hood.

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Aliva UK Announces Strategic Partnership With Abet Laminati For MEG Exterior Grade HPL
Aliva UK, leaders in rainscreen and envelope solutions and part
of the Ivas Group of companies (San Mauro Pascoli, Italy), is
announcing a strategic partnership with Abet Laminati (Bra,
Italy) to spearhead the development of MEG, Abet’s Exterior
Grade High Pressure Laminate for external cladding. Abet is
Europe’s largest manufacturer of High Pressure Laminates (HPL)
with a daily production capacity in excess of 220,000m². The
agreement means that architects and contractors will benefit
from Aliva UK’s design, manufacturing and supply services,
accredited ISO9001, through a network of approved façade
and envelope contractors. MEG Exterior Grade HPL carries BBA
Certification and is available in an extensive range of standard
colours, wood, concrete and metal effect finishes. Importantly
MEG is able to incorporate Abet’s digital print technology,
meaning that unique designs, photographs or patterns can
be reproduced in high resolution providing designers with
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Effective Climate Protection Is Child’s Play

Schüco is showing a TV commercial on CNBC within the
framework of the 15th United Nations Climate Change
Conference. As a pioneer, the company knows how
important sustainable building envelopes are for our
environment. Bielefeld. The 15th United Nations Climate
Change Conference is underway in Copenhagen. There
is endless material for discussion. But isn’t it time to
act instead of just talking? Schüco International KG has
done so for many years, and this is conveyed by the new
New Products For The
Talon Range
commercial. “You grown-ups keep talking about climate
protection. Even though doing something about it is very easy: Shackerley Product Information Now Available On NBS
with Schüco windows and solar products.” This message from the mouth of a small girl is at the centre
Talon Manufacturing Ltd., of the 20-second commercial, with which Schüco International KG, which operates in more than 75 Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited, one of the UK’s leading suppliers blocks are also available on the NBS system for download by subscribers
manufacturers and suppliers of a countries, points to the necessity of urgent action regarding sustainable climate protection on the of ceramic granite ventilated facade systems, has published its product looking to incorporate these innovative building materials in interior
large range of plastic and metal occasion of the 15th United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen. When the conference information on the NBS system to enable architects and other specifiers and exterior design projects.
pipe clips, have added a range of begins on December 7, 2009, the commercial will be shown on the 24-hour news channel CNBC Europe. to access pre-written technical Other Shackerley products featured include a range of fully vitrified
Adhesives, Cleaners and Liquid PTFE CNBC airs up to 20 commercials and hotboards a day. The network is the only official media partner of the clauses and preliminaries for ceramic granite floor and wall tiles for use in heavily trafficked
for use with their various products. Copenhagen Climate Summit. inclusion in their specifications pedestrian areas, and the company’s hardwearing, slip resistant ‘All
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Accessory products, as well as plastic download specification data range of heavy duty entrance matting and Interstrip movement joints are
waste pipe work. The T-Clean is a for Shackerley’s Queen’s Award also available alongside a range of products for the swimming pool and
cream cleanser formulated to keep winning Sureclad system spa sector, including lockers, cubicles, slip resistant tiles and Shoreflow
Talon’s cover profile clean.The third New Compact Laminate Column Casings Extend Encasement’s Range
which allows prefabricated channel grating.
product is the T-Seal, a liquid PTFE A new range of decorative compact laminate column casings has ceramic granite slabs - in a Shackerley Chief Executive Brian Newell said: “We pride ourselves
in gel form. been launched by Peterborough based Encasement, which extends its comprehensive range of colours, on our ability to provide expert guidance, advice and support for all
existing pre-formed plywood and metal ranges to provide a durable, designs, finishes and formats - to our customers at every step of the specification, installation and
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columns. As the new ‘Lamina’ range is manufactured from high- protective ventilated facades on on NBS, which is without doubt the recognised national standard
pressure compact laminate, they are particularly well suited for use new and refurbished buildings. specification system in the UK, is just one of the many ways we can
in high traffic areas due to their high strength and durability as well Clauses for Shackerley’s single make life easier for architects, designers and other specifiers, whatever
as excellent moisture, fire and wear resistance. Lamina casings can skin terracotta facade panels, type of project they may be working on.”
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Arch Prove Fire Retardants Performance
An audience consisting of local council officials, fire officers and local residents witnessed a recent small scale fire test designed to prove
that Arch’s fire retardant treatments really do perform as well as claimed when compared to untreated timber. The council is looking at a new
community project in one of their park areas and the architect has designed and specified a large amount of decorative timbers around the
outside of the structure.
Previously this council has had other timber structures vandalised and burnt and wanted to be convinced about the performance of the fire
retardant treatments. Local residents also attended the meeting, needing assurance that further arson attempts would meet with some resistance
and not endanger their own adjoining properties. Richard Adams, Fire Retardants Manager for Arch organised and carried out a small, controlled
fire test which demonstrated, to an understandably sceptical audience, just how well Non-Com Exterior fire retardant protection will perform. The
point was well made when one member of the audience placed his hand adjacent to the treated test panel and found it hard to believe that he
could not feel any heat through the timber surface, allowing his hand to remain in the same position for quite some time.

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New ‘Black And Gold’ Website For Crown Trade

Crown Trade has launched an eyecatching new
Secondary Glazing For Heritage Windows
website resplendent in black and gold to reflect the
premium positioning and new brand identity of the
professional coatings brand. Keeping historic buildings in active use can be a massive undertaking Horizontal sliding systems are ideal for treating timber and steel
Designed to be an invaluable source of information and one of the biggest headaches is often caused by the most defining casements and Yorkshire sashes. Panels run on glide pads or rollers to
and inspiration for all professionals, the site contains feature and character of a property - its windows – which can be cold, provide easy access to the external windows. Vertical sliding systems
a wealth of product data together with a library draughty; provide little protection against noise and minimal resistance suit sash windows of all sizes and pre-tensioned balances allow widows
of recent case studies plus a range of beautifully to burglary. to be opened to any position. Heavier duty hinged units are particularly
designed roomsets and the colour palettes used to suited to French windows and sash and case windows where full access
create them. Owners of heritage buildings will be aware that English Heritage is clear is required and can also be glazed with sealed units to achieve triple
For those needing quick and easy access to product that traditional windows should not be replaced with double gazed units glazing. And finally most styles can be sympathetically shaped to
information there’s a dedicated page for each and other solutions must be found. These include Secondary Glazing, a accommodate designs from Gothic to Art Deco.
individual product in the Crown Trade range with key reversible adaptation that can provide thermal insulation in line with
features and benefits very clearly highlighted, and Building Regulation Part L standards together with the added benefits The systems are made from aluminium which is an ideal material to use
a Product Data and Safety Data sheet to download. of high levels of acoustic insulation and improved security - and one in traditional buildings as it is strong, lightweight and can be extruded
For ease of navigation all Crown Trade’s products that is included within guidelines produced by English Heritage, Historic to form the slender, complex shapes needed to accommodate seals,
have been grouped into Essentials, High Performance Scotland, SPAB, The Victorian Society and The Georgian Group. fixings and specialist hardware. A permanent finish, normally paint, is
Products, Primers & Preparation, and last but not easily maintained and available in a multitude of colours to blend with
least, the comprehensive range of Timonox Flame With this in mind Selectaglaze, the UK’s leading designer and producer the interior décor. Aluminium sections can also be factory curved to
retardant coatings and glazes. of secondary glazing systems, offers a wide range of sympathetic designs follow the existing window design.
For those wishing to follow Best Practice and meet including units that slide horizontally, vertically or hinge as well as
the latest legislative requirements, eg, Disability fixed panels. A welcome new development is a minimalist “Heritage” Established since 1966 and a Royal Warrant holder since 2004,
Discrimination Act, the site acts as a signpost to the full range of Colour and Specification services available from Crown Paints. hinged casement unit which is ultra slim, shutter friendly and offers very Selectaglaze is at the forefront of research and development and their
The on-line ordering section allows requests for Crown Trade literature and colour samples to be placed directly with the Customer Relations discreet lines. It will fit into the staff bead and blend imperceptibly with units have undergone rigorous independent testing for energy efficiency,
Department at any time of the day and night and there’s also an easy to use nationwide stockist locator and mapping system. the original window, providing easy access for cleaning and ventilation noise insulation and security.
and allows shutters to remain fully operational.
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Nuns Go Green With Celotex Insulation
Planning a new home to move into, the nuns of Thicket
Priory monastery placed green technology at the top of
their list of specifications. Alongside geothermal heating,
solar panels and green roofing, project architects turned
to high performance Celotex insulation for thermal
efficiency. Having lived in a Victorian mansion in
Thorgarby, Yorkshire since 1955, the 11 strong Carmelite
order of nuns planned to move to a smaller, purpose built
home in the same village. The thermally efficient Celotex
insulation boards were fitted into the roof, floors and
walls of the new building. Owing to the varied use of
insulation across the project the Project Team chose to
use Celotex products from both the FR4000 and GA3000
range to provide high quality insulation targeted to the
various needs of the scheme.
Wall and roofing insulation was provided by the
groundbreaking FR4000. Lightweight and easily cut on
site, the highly workable FR4000 was applied to all roof
spaces, held in place with battens and left uncovered to
provide loft space. In the chapel, featuring a 12m high raised roof in keeping with monastic tradition, the rafters were covered and plastered. It
was also applied to all wall spaces on the interior and exterior of the structure. Celotex GA3000 was used for the under floor insulation, aimed at
providing the monastery with a complete and super effective thermal shell. The diligent use of insulation on this project resulted in a significant
reduction in heating needs. This was essential given that the nuns were to rely on a geothermal system for heating provision. The monastery’s
high performance thermal shell, provided by Celotex, ensured that their green heating system was able to function effectively and goes a long
way to combating carbon emissions – over 50% of domestic CO2 emissions stem from special heating requirements.

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BSRIA’S Squirrel Monitors Deep Freeze For Darwin Centre Specimens

The official opening in September of the new Darwin Centre in the for the task. The Squirrel runs off its internal batteries, saving the
Natural History Museum was a great occasion. The building itself, difficulty of mains connection to the car park and constant monitoring
incorporating the extraordinary 65 metre long by 30 metre high is simple using a lap-top PC linked to Grant’s proprietary Squirrelview
concrete Cocoon, is itself impressive but less so than the knowledge Plus software. The machine was particularly suitable as it is easily
that it contains over 20 million plant and insect specimens, taking up a programmed to accomplish unusual ‘one-off’ tasks such as this one for
staggering three kilometres of cabinet space! the NHM and very simple to use.
LK Systems Floor Heating With Screedflo Floors For Albany Orchard There is even room left over for around 300 scientific staff. It was The temperature in the refrigerator containers was gradually reduced to -
Albany Orchard is a very new, very large and very upmarket four storey oak frame house near Danbury in Essex. The under-floor central decided that during the move the plant specimens, around five millions 35 degrees, a process taking 30 hours, and the specimens then remained
heating system extends from top to bottom of the house, covering a massive 740 square metres. LK Systems of Crawley designed the of them in 40,000 shelf loads, should be deep frozen to kill off any at this temperature for three days. It was essential that defrosting
entire floor-heating plan and supplied all the heating components; however, as Albany Orchard’s owner, Mr. Robert E. Lee, also owns the lurking insect or microbial infections. Nexus Property Solutions carried should be extremely gentle to prevent any possibility of condensation
innovative Screedflo Company, they provided the floor-structure designs and all screeding materials. The LK Systems design is centrally out this mammoth task, using three, forty foot long refrigerated in the plant matter, so temperature increases in 10 degrees steps over a
pumped and fully co-ordinated with the whole house’s heat recovery ventilation system. The system works extremely efficiently, especially containers placed in one of the Museum car parks. period of two days were necessary to recover to the temperature of 20
with under-floor heating. For the upper two floors LK 12mm PE-Xa pipes were encapsulated by the new and innovative ‘Screedflo db’ Clearly very precise monitoring of the freezing process was required degrees at which they will be stored in the Darwin Centre.
acoustic system to conform to robust detail for timber joisted floors, whilst offering similar efficiencies normally only associated with to prevent damage to the plants and for this Nexus called on BSRIA
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Ambirad – The Smart Way To Save Energy
AmbiRad has launched two
innovative brochures showcasing
its complete range, including its
latest controller, SmartCom3. For
optimum energy management
control, SmartCom3 is the
intelligent way to manage the
energy you use. Developed in
order to satisfy the growing need
for higher efficiencies and to
complement the development
of efficient heating systems,
SmartCom3 provides a true cost
effective energy management New Hot Water Unit Taps Into
solution. Simple to program and District Heating Networks Heating Control Is Easy With Honeywell
operate, Smartcom3 can manage Wireless Enabled Controls Packs Schell Angle Valves - Innovative Water Savers
energy consumption in buildings of all sizes, from small single heater installations to Designed with District / Community Heating
multi-zone applications. networks in mind Alfa Laval’s new AquaFlow/ Honeywell has launched its Sundial RF² boxed wireless Schell GmbH & Co., recently introduced to the UK market their innovative
Get an overview of AmbiRad’s complete range of energy efficient heating systems, with AquaStore 2-Port tap water heaters complement heating control packs, which make it very easy to save energy Angle Valve, consisting of a brass body with a polished chrome plated
the new Overview brochure. It gives you an insight into the diverse applications of and their existing 3 and 4 port model range. Tap Water and provide greater comfort at minimum cost. The packs surface, that allows flow control of cold and hot water. Instead of the simple
clients using AmbiRad’s systems as well as an introduction to its best-selling products. Heaters provide large quantities of instantaneous or provide advanced energy saving control for new heating 90º degree ‘shut off’ mechanism of a normal ball valve, this Schell product
Find out more about the firms energy efficient gas and electric radiant heating systems, semi-instantaneous domestic hot water to buildings systems and make existing systems energy efficient and more has a facility on the front of the valve that can be rotated anti-clockwise
including the ever-popular Nor-Ray-Vac continuous radiant tube system. Plus, get a connected to a District Heating network. The 2-Port comfortable in use. All the units connect together wirelessly: to set a desired flow rate and, of course, to compensate against differing
taste of its energy efficient gas and oil fired warm air heating products, such as its TWHs unit can either be self-acting or controlled with no cables to run. The controls have been very carefully pipe pressures. The Angle Valve can reduce water consumption by up to 40%
UEAS condensing unit heaters. electronically. A fail-safe function closes the valves designed to be very easy to use by people of all ages and without affecting performance in any way and incidentally helps to reduce
in the event of a power shortage or if the water abilities. those dreaded CO2 emissions and can be fitted in many applications.
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Instrument Solutions Offer Infrared Imaging the excitement will come from the company offering its Push-Fit and
Press-Fit know-how into a sector historically dominated by more staid
Instrument Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of BSRIA,
products.
provides a most useful service for all those in the construction
The introduction of this new range means specifiers will now be able
industry by supplying all types of testing equipment. Thermal
to take advantage of Pegler Yorkshire as a ‘one-stop shop’ for all their
imaging by infrared camera is the latest area to be covered by the
commercial valve requirements, which will have the added benefit of
company.
ensuring product compatibility, no matter what valves or pipes are
The very latest equipment, compact hand held imaging cameras
selected. This level of product delivery and customer service available
from the FLIR B-series, can detect such vital imperfections as
all under one roof will be a first for the commercial valves sector and
energy loss and poor insulation, overheating electrics, moisture
strong interest in the service and products is anticipated.
and air leakage within a building, hot spots, non-functioning and
The range will include a comprehensive selection of valves, from
leaking areas in central heating and under-floor heating systems.
the traditional to the more innovative plus a selection of brand new
The Thermal Imaging Cameras are ideally suited when fixings need
product launches within the range as the year progresses. The initial
to be drilled into an existing floor during refurbishment for new
launch of products will include commissioning, isolating, venture
partitioning or security entrance equipment etc. and If under-
(FODR), globe, check valves and many more that will be showcased
floor heating has been installed, the thermal imaging cameras will
both on-line and in a comprehensive new brochure.
pin point where the pipe runs are preventing expensive and time
Pegler Yorkshire product market manager Barrie Plant said, “Everyone at
consuming damage to the pipe-work.
Pegler Yorkshire is excited by the launch of Pegler Commercial Valves. It
As with all testing services, the equipment is available for
has been some time in the planning, but we wanted to get this right.
outright purchase or for hire and any company hiring has option
It would have been easy to jump on the bandwagon, but our approach
of operation by its own staff or by trained operatives from
Instrument Solutions. The FLIR cameras, although technically Pegler Yorkshire Launch Into The has been to ensure we can deliver something innovative that the
market has not seen before and we are very confident people will like
complex and advanced, are simple to use and fully justify the manufacturer’s slogan of ‘Point, Shoot, Detect’. They each have an integrated Commercial Valves Market what they see.”
digital camera allowing superimposed shots or separate conventional and heat imaging shots of the affected area and a touch screen for text
The big story is on the connectors. For the first time, screwed, press-
and sketching annotating on site. The image quality in digital and thermal mode is truly excellent and there is even an insulation and dew point
In a major new initiative, taps, fittings and valves specialist Pegler fit, push-fit, threaded, compression, flange and weld ended will all be
alarm. This latest service from Instrument Solutions is proving extremely popular and the potential applications of infrared thermal imaging in
Yorkshire is launching a new range of Commercial Valves. Known as available and will remain competitive on price. Class leading sizing
the construction industry are seemingly endless.
Pegler Commercial Valves, the range will be marked by a wide selection software will be available for the Ballorex valves and a comprehensive
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 Polypipe Ventilation Awarded Media City Contract Levolux Puts Leicester Learners In The Shade
Polypipe When designing the new entrance at the Abbey Park
Ventilation Campus at Leicester College, Bond Bryan Architects
is delighted specified an attractive external Solar Shading system.
to announce The 9000 Fin Solar Shading system developed by Levolux,
that they have
received their
largest ever
has contributed to
one of the biggest Our mOst advanced
Further Education
single project.
The systems
transformations
seen in Leicester
heat pump.
ordered are
Domus Supertube
ducting and
for years. The 9000
Fin Solar Shading simpler than ever.
system comprises of
Domus FireBrake for the Media City development in Salford Quays, a series of long span
Manchester. Polypipe Ventilation products have been specified and horizontal aluminium
installed by M&E Contractor Ameon, and forms an integral part of Aerofoil Fins, 400mm
the ‘whole house ventilation system’, providing ventilation to and in width. They create
from the bathroom and kitchen in each apartment. The Domus a sophisticated and
Supertube 125 is a highly engineered flat channel ducting system seamless arrangement of Fins that grace the front of the
whose low profile design enables concealment when installed along campus. Working at high level, Levolux installed 16 rows
the top of wall units or when fitted in ceiling voids, cavity walls of the aluminium Aerofoil Fins around the entrance of the
and other confined spaces. It is being used with Domus FireBrake, a Abbey Park Campus, shielding it from the sun’s rays and
unique and technically advanced intumescent product to prevent the effectively minimising solar heat gain inside. The grey
spread of fire through ventilation ducting systems. FireBrake ensures powder coated Fins help to create a cool, naturally lit
Building Regulations are met by reinstating the fire-stopping of a reception area for staff and learners and reduce the need
compartment wall when a hole is cut in it for the ducting. for air-conditioning.

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LK UFCH For New Nursing Home

A large late Victorian house at Poole in
Dorset is under conversion into what will be
Sheridan Nursing Home. The adaptation of the
existing three storey building and the large
new extension to the rear in the house’s large
garden promises to produce a Nursing Home
that is intelligently built for the comfort of
its residents and the convenience of its staff.
Naturally, in an environment created for
elderly people the provision of really effective
room heating was a high priority and LK
Systems of Crawley were called on to design
an extensive under-floor system covering
330 square metres of floor space and all 24
bedrooms as well as the communal areas.
16mm LK PE-Xa pipe was the basis of the
system, with its formulation of molecular NIBE™ F1245 | GrouNd sourcE hEat PuMP
cross-linked high density polyethylene
granting the invaluable qualities of extra Most people know that ground source energy saves you money. But did you know that you
long life and robust strength combined with can actually reduce energy costs by up to 80%*? and what’s more, it’s easy to operate.
the extreme flexibility that is such a help
to the installer. Around 2,160 metres of the
thanks to a revolutionary display and new, user-friendly menus, the new NIBE F1245 gives
PE-Xa pipe were used in 31 loops, with four of LK’s adaptable manifolds allowing for the electronic temperature control so you full control over your heating. so you can easily manage your energy consumption,
essential for the comfort of the elderly. Some floors were also fitted with remote sensors to ensue that they did not become keep an eye on operating hours – or create completely individual, personal settings.
uncomfortably hot in areas where residents might be barefooted.
so advanced that it’s simple.
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Vetrotech Saint-Gobain is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of
specialist fire resisting glasses, with a range of more than nine products,
all Class A safety and UV stable, to meet a comprehensive range of
applications. All Vetrotech Saint-Gobain glasses meet British Standard (BS)
and European Norm (EN) requirements for integrity (E) and integrity and
insulation (EI).

Fire Glass Solutions Vetrotech Saint-Gobain’s philosophy is to provide a total fire resisting
glass solution from the economical SGG Pyroswiss which offers 30 minutes
of integrity (E30) through to SGG Contraflam which provides from 30-120
minutes of integrity and insulation (EI30 - EI120).

SGG Pyroswiss and Pyroswiss Extra can be used both internally and
externally and also offer Class Ev smoke resistance. This thin elegant,
fire-resistant glass has improved mechanical integrity and has the same
breaking properties as normal tempered glass. Combining the optical
qualities of float glass with high duration fire rating in excess of 90 minutes
integrity (E90). SGG Pyroswiss Extra is manufactured from an innovative
glass substrate - the first of its kind developed exclusively for fire
resistance. In its normal thickness of 6 mm, SGG Pyroswiss Extra is light and
slim with enhanced mechanical stability.

SGG Vetroflam has been specially developed for reduction of radiated heat
in the event of a fire. It offers fire resistance and is highly suited for
large surface areas and both internal and external applications. Due to its
innovative coating the glass offers radiation control of <15kw/m2 at a
distance of 1 metre from the glass. The special properties and possibilities
of SGG Vetroflam also come into their own in double glazing. Amongst other
things, it can be easily combined with solar controlled glass.

Climaplus can be easily incorporated as low emissivity products such as SGG

Planitherm Ultra for increased thermal insulation and in full compliance
with Document L.

SGG Contraflam and SGG Swissflam Structure - the structure solution is a

product aimed at the realisation of large vertical frameless fire protection
glass solutions for internal applications. Without vertical frame profiles new
possibilities take shape with butt joint glazing. The result is the realisation
of aesthetically attractive open workspace solutions that were not possible
in fire protection glass until now. Whole glass partitions with narrow
SGG Swissflam is a multi-laminated fire resisting and fully insulating glass, vertical butt joints are offered as a stylish solution with large pane sizes of
produced from sheets of laminated safety glass separated by clear colourless 1800 x 3500. It also offers a varied fire protection from EW30, EI30, and
intumescent layers. The number of sheets of float glass and interlayer’s EI60 and EI120.
depends upon the level of fire resistance required. SGG Swissflam and
Swissflam Lite can be used for internal areas such as doors, screens or Vetrotech Saint-Gobain’s multi-functional and extremely cost-effective
partitions of timber or steel construction. Both glazings can be either glasses can be incorporated into virtually any interior or exterior
supplied as clear glass or sandblasted for areas requiring additional privacy. application. The company’s sales support team offers an advisory service to
SGG Swissflam and SGG Swissflam Lite can be incorporated into double ensure that the most appropriate glass type is specified in each instance.
glazed units when additional thermal insulation or sound reduction is Vetrotech Saint-Gobain recognises that choosing the perfect glass can be
required. a daunting task. To help specifiers through the fire glass maze, the firm
has the perfect product guide, primarily intended as a valuable guide on
SGG Contraflam is a multi-laminated and fully insulating fire resisting glass how to choose the right glass for any application. It also provides step by
produced from two or more panes of tempered safety glass, separated by step advice based on, for example, levels of resistance, framing and panel
clear colourless advanced intumescent interlayers. It offers fire protection sizes. For a copy of the Vetrotech Saint-Gobain product selector please
from EI30-EI120. SGG Contraflam and SGG Contraflam Lite can be used contact Vetrotech Saint-Gobain UK Ltd 01274 302390, email the company
as single glazing for internal areas such as doors, screens and partitions at [email protected] or visit www.vetrotech.com
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Envelope Delivered To College By Comar
Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems and their approved fabricator Alimatic
Ltd., have recently completed a full refurbishment project to provide a
whole new building envelope to Collingwood College, Camberley, Surrey. The
design brief was for the façade to be modern, clean and contemporary whilst
complementing the school colour.
For the sleek modern façade, Comar 6 curtain walling was specified. Comar 6
curtain walling is a versatile thermally efficient system designed to integrate
panels and glass of different widths into the façade with special profiles to
include opening vents and doors. The design of Comar 6 makes it ideal for
complex facetted curtain walls as well as sheer glazed facades. Comar 6 offers a
slim 50mm sight line with a multitude of transoms and mullions to cater for all
deflection loads and grid centres. For the opening vents, Comar 5P.i. thermally
efficient polyamide insulated aluminium windows were installed offering
outstanding weather performance and low U-values.
Comar 5P.i is a 60mm window system that reduces heat loss through the
trademark P.i thermal break ensuring low U-values, so energy bills are
minimised. Comar 5P.i is available in a variety of configurations and can
be manufactured into casement, tilt and turn, pivot, top swing and sliding
windows. The windows installed at the College were top hung/fixed light
composites. In a busy educational environment, Comar 7 commercial door sets
are a natural choice.
For safety, the Comar 7 swing doors were fitted with anti-finger trap stiles,
Axim soft touch panic exit device and Axim concealed transom closers which
were hung directly from the Comar 6 frame. All aluminium systems were
finished in Hipca White RAL 9910 (semi gloss) polyester powder coat.

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Pioneering Urban Redevelopment

Town and city streetscapes which generate their own ‘green’ electricity It is estimated that the six PV units will produce about 3.600 kWh/year
have become a reality thanks to a collaboration between façade specialist based on solar radiation data via Meteonorm for Washington DC.
Telling Architectural and glass attachment systems supplier SFS intec. The total installed PV power is 3.090 Wp (515 Wp per unit). SFS intec’s
The two British firms have delivered a ground-breaking, fully integrated spider fittings attach the PV modules to the steel framework. Single,
renewable electricity generation facility within a new urban streetscape in double and 4-arm stainless steel spiders were used in combination with
Washington DC. ALP 45 dia raised point fixings. These precision engineered stainless steel
Designed by ZGF Architects, the innovative redevelopment project in the fittings ensure long term structural reliability, even with extreme wind and
neighbourhood of Columbia Heights features a prominent new pedestrian snow loadings, without compromising the architect’s intended aesthetic
plaza which includes a series of ornamental glass canopies that incorporate vision.
photovoltaic (PV) modules. Called the Civic Plaza, this is one of the first “The Columbia Heights canopies perfectly illustrate the innovative ways in
urban streetscapes of its kind in the world to have its own renewable which PV modules can be used as part of modern architecture,” says SFS
electricity generation capability and it could be a model for future low intec’s head of glass attachment systems Glen Wainwright. “Our range of
carbon town and city public realm architecture here in the UK. glass fixing systems is designed to offer architects and façade specialists
The electricity-generating canopies are designed to resemble sculptured like Telling the freedom and confidence to innovate with glass in the
flowers within a largely hardscaped triangular-shaped public space at a knowledge that we have the attachment solutions to realise their new
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solutions. The BIPV units at Columbia Heights are created using laminated
safety glass with PVB as the interlayer and comply fully with safety
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Technal Glazing Systems For One Of The First Schools In Bradford’s £400m BSF Programme
One of the first schools to be completed in Bradford’s £400m Building Schools
for the Future programme features façade systems from architectural aluminium
specialist, Technal. The new Titus Salt School in Shipley for Integrated Bradford
was one of four national Pathfinder projects. Since its completion, the school
has been voted one of the top six new secondary schools in the UK. The building
occupies a narrow sloping site between woodland and the Leeds Liverpool Canal.
The design has a monochromatic palette with large expanses of glass created from
Technal’s MX Visible Grid curtain walling system, to help integrate the more public
areas of the school into the surrounding landscape.
The curtain walling was used to form the main entrance, full height stairwells, to
enclose the assembly hall overlooking the garden spaces, and to create a large
picture window for the breakfast room with 3m spans and integrated brise soleil
sunshading. The MX system also features as 3m high glazed units set into stone
next to the ‘Spanish steps’ – the community approach to the school – and was
faceted where it wraps around this building. Here the glazing contrasts with
a stone base which adds solidity to the design, helping to reinforce a sense of
civic pride in the school. Technal’s FXi65 aluminium casement windows were inserted into both the curtain walling and the stone cladding, for natural
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SCHUECO Expertise
Enables Architects To
Realise UK Design First Super Sonic Windows At New Parkway Station
When seeking to realise their innovative
The design and construction of the brand new East Midlands Parkway A nice touch has been added in that when a booking window is not in
design for the new UK headquarters of
has been one of the most exciting railway projects for years. The use fire resistant blinds coloured in the turquoise of the surround and
Cathelco Ltd, architects Beaumont &
Booking Hall, the first meeting place between the travelling public with the words ‘Position Closed’ printed at eye level, can be lowered.
Cowling found that Schueco systems
and staff where fast, efficient service is essential, was a priority and Naturally less able passengers were not forgotten in the design and
and expertise provided the solution.
Sonic Windows of Bexhill, experts in security windows for over 25 years, each window has a section at a lower level and with a deeper counter
The building includes a stunning glazed
were called on due their considerable expertise to manufacture the so that a wheelchair can comfortably be accommodated. Due to the
atrium with a curved central roof section
adventurous design. weight of the wider granite counter a cantilever system, with the
spanned by a Schueco ALB passive
Sonic has installed literally thousands of station booking office windows counter extending through to the staff side of the glass, has been used
solar shading system which defines
When The Expert Turned To The Experts! throughout the country over the past few years the agreed design for to ensure stability.
the entrance, prevents the build-up
Parkway, nine metres by three overall and incorporating four windows For the benefit of those with hearing aids all windows are fitted with
of excessive internal heat and allows Being a television property presenter, Kristian Digby admits to feeling a sense of superiority when he 1.9 metres square, was without doubt one of the largest, heaviest and Induction Loops. Not only are the Parkway booking windows of a high
natural daylight to penetrate into set about building his own dream home but came to realise that he had no idea of the stress that the most complicated to date. appearance and sleek design, they are also extremely user friendly. The
the building. The curved roof glazing journey he was embarking upon would cause! The brief he gave his architect was ‘challenging’ – a super With 23.5mm bullet-resistant glass and high appearance counters in large area of uncluttered glass allows straightforward, unthreatening
system beneath the blades is Schueco modern detached 2 bedroom statement home in East London that would be filled with natural light. The 50mm Black Pearl granite it was also very heavy and Sonic enclosed the face-to-face contact between booking staff and traveller aided by the
FW 50+ SG, the vertical façade of the main obstacle to overcome in achieving this was the significant site constraints that would only permit complete unit in a steel frame for constructional integrity. high standard of undistorted sound from the Intercom system.
atrium is constructed using Schueco’s the use of windows in certain positions which in turn restricted the amount of natural light that the The specially shaped granite worktops and supports plus the glass From the staff side the windows offer total safety and protection
FW 50+ system and there are numerous property could actually tap into. screens making the whole project extremely heavy, were all made from theft, while the stainless steel cash tills in the work-top contain
AWS 65 windows and RS 65 doors. Most The solution was to incorporate rooflights into the design to harness the available light, so Ben turned in Sonic Windows’ workshops from templates taken on site but the locking, removable cash boxes to make staff change-over as speedy and
striking of all is the Schueco ALB active to Glazing Vision, whose expertise and experience enabled them to integrate innovative rooflight components fitted perfectly and the highly complex installation, with simple as possible.
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BEFORE AFTER

Thermal Images Showcase ‘Green’ Credentials

If the proof of the pudding is in the eating, then Sash UK have just
won a Michelin star. A set of ‘before and after’ thermal images have
To obtain accurate thermal
demonstrated the remarkable improvement that their ‘A’ rated windows
images, photography must
make to household insulation and energy efficiency.
take place during calm weather
conditions. However, when
The thermal images were commissioned by Dr Hazel Carnegie, a dedicated
there is very little air movement
environmentalist and a former employee at The University of Aberdeen;

Economic Efficiency
outside, it is common for air
where her background was in Sustainability.
to gather in the recess at the
top of the frames; forming a
On a long-term crusade to make her home more energy efficient, Dr
wind shield. The wind shield is
Carnegie opted for Sash UK’s ‘A’ rated, fully steel reinforced windows
highlighted by the parallel red
via her local supplier, Aberdeen’s award winning Thistle Windows &
lines at the top of the window
Conservatories Ltd. However, before doing so, she had a set of thermal
Comar is British by Design; providing economic efficiency through consistently delivering on time, frame. Providing that these lines
photographs taken of her home, with a corresponding set taken after the
are parallel and unbroken, they
value engineered aluminium curtain walling, windows doors and ground floor framing systems. ‘A’ rated replacements were installed.
are not indicative of heat loss.
To do this, Dr Carnegie enlisted the help of Dundee’s IRT Surveys, the
Relying on Comar’s market leading delivery creates economic efficiencies by guaranteeing that UK’s largest thermography company. Commenting upon the findings, Gary
production schedules are kept and site deadlines achieved. Comar’s unrivalled stock-holding Manini, UK Business Development manger for IRT said; “Quite simply Dr
Carnegie’s old windows were really quite poor and providing a very low level
simply means Comar approved fabricators do not need to carry stock because we carry over
of insulation. However, the after-shots clearly show that she has since
£5M of profiles ready for call off on regular delivery cycles. This means that additional capital and ‘Street by Street, House by House’ - which encourage others to make
invested in a top of the range window system, and that these windows
their home more energy efficient. She is therefore delighted with the
reserves are optimised, creating greater economic efficiencies. have been installed to perfection, offering excellent insulation.”
outcome of her latest home improvement and plans to use the thermal
images in forthcoming campaigns.
The red areas in the first thermal image identify where heat was being
It is not only these economic efficiencies created by delivery and stock, Comar systems offer rapidly lost from Dr Carnegie’s home, before she invested in Sash UK’s ‘A’
“To know that Dr Carnegie chose a product that we manufacture is a fitting
value engineering solutions, Comar 7 doors can be hung direct from Comar framing systems, rated windows, whereas the consistent green colour in the after shot is
yet justified acknowledgement of the work that has gone into producing ‘A’
indicative of a well insulated property.
reducing metal content and increasing the aesthetic appeal. Also, profiles are multi-function rated windows”, said David Ruzicka, Joint Managing Director of Sash UK.
and can cross systems creating minimal wastage. As an independent organisation, IRT Surveys produce completely honest
“The thermal images provide further proof, if any were needed, that Sash
and impartial reports using the latest infrared technology. Their findings
UK windows are of the highest quality and most environmentally friendly
are nothing short of amazing and are a testament to both Sash UK for
Because Comar is British by Design our operations consistently meet the demands of the manufacturing the windows, and Thistle for installing them with great
windows available.”
uniquely time critical British construction industry. care and expertise.
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available, and Thistle Windows & Conservatories Ltd. have won numerous
customer satisfaction and sales achievement prizes, awarded by Network
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leading by example was very important to Dr Carnegie as she is involved
or simply call on 020 8685 9685 in a number of campaigns – such as the ‘Carbon Countdown to Homes’
to organise a meeting with your
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Tornado Tower Wins Major
International Award
The Tornado Tower in Doha,
which features extensive use of
Wicona unitised curtain walling,
has won a major global award.
The accolade for Best Tall
Building in the Middle East and
Any size, Any shape, Anywhere Africa was won by the Tornado
Tower, awarded by the US-based
® Council for Tall Buildings and
Wake up to Flushglaze Rooflights Urban Habitat (CTBUH). The 52-
storey Tornado Tower features
more than 30,000sqm of Wicona
unitised curtain walling,
installed as 6,000 glazed
panels in 50 size variations.
The highly innovative unitised
façade solution allows the curvature of this iconic building to be
expressed without the need for curved glass. Trapezoidal panels
Triangular Flushglaze and their collection of angles give the 200m high building its
signature curve and hyperboloid shape that depicts a whirlwind
in a desert storm. The Wicona unitised façade used 450 tonnes
of aluminium for the project, and was installed across 50 storeys
using floor cranes. The units were fully assembled and glazed
Circular Flushglaze
off site, holding 34mm reflective glass for the vision areas and
opaque glazing to conceal the building structure between floors.
The unitised panels also support an external steel ‘lattice’.

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Modular Flushglaze
Safe And Sensitive Door Automation
Whether building owners and their consultants are looking
to avoid compromises in the specification of automatic doors Portland Stone For Weymouth Ticket Windows
for a new property, or are seeking to upgrade an existing
door installation, the latest Record System 20 can provides Weymouth Station – railway buffs still call it Weymouth Town to distinguish it from the old Weymouth Quay Station – was opened in 1857 as the
all the answers. System 20 offers a comprehensive choice of southern terminus of the GWR [the Great Western or God’s Wonderful Railway as it was affectionately known]. It has recently undergone a complete
Come and see us at EcoBuild and Grand Designs Live! door configurations and affords customers total peace of mind refurbishment at the hands of South West Trains who now operate Weymouth and particular care has been taken to retain the essentially Victorian
The Flushglaze product is a fixed flat glass skylight. The concept is based through the availability of fully integrated sensors, controllers character of the buildings while including all the efficiency and passenger comfort offered by modern technology.
on an innovative design that helps to achieve maximum daylight, longevity and communication Nowhere is this more clear than in the Booking Hall where the original façade of Portland stone and the truly distinctive pointed arches over the
devices. Pivotal to ticket windows have been retained while the windows themselves have been replaced by the latest security glass and sophisticated communication
and high performance, in various shapes and sizes to enhance any building.
addressing these often systems. The work – from design through to installation - has been undertaken by Sonic Windows of Bexhill-on-Sea, a company that has specialised in
conflicting demands is communication windows for well over 25 years and in that time has built or refurbished literally hundreds of Station Booking Offices.
the symbiosis of System
• Maximise the light The two new ticket windows at Weymouth are of laminated glass that will resist even the impact of a bullet but they are completely clear, giving
20 with Record’s already unimpeded face-to-face contact between the traveller and the booking office staff. The grey Corian work-tops contrast well with the honey tones of the
• Uncompromised style well established 290 Portland Stone surrounds and the black Corian cash trays are set into the counter top to give complete protection from theft. Chip and Pin machines
range of sensors. The are available on the traveller’s side of the glass and the extremely efficient, non-distorting intercom system [with induction loops for the sake of
• Enhance your living space innovative RIC 290 hearing aid users] allows normal level of conversation with staff.
sensor, for instance, One of the windows has half the counter top lowered by around a foot and this, combined with a recessed area below the counter allows easy and
utilises both radar microwaves and active infrared technologies natural wheelchair access. Sonic’s experience in design has ensured that comfort and convenience is available not only for the passenger but also for
to communicate with the door control device. Then a
Call for a brochure on: recently developed optical module for the presence detector
the booking office staff operating the work-stations.
Weymouth Station was built primarily for holiday makers who, for the first time 150 years ago, had a fast and efficient transport system giving access
features twin infrared light curtains to continually monitor from London to the beauties of the West Country and the tourist industry still allows for a good proportion of the half million plus passengers using
0333 8000 881 the immediate door area. Its convex lens system detects
and analyses each point of light individually and identifies
the station. Its close proximity to the South West Coast Path is an added holiday attraction and the next major boost to visitor numbers will be
in 2012 when Weymouth is due to host the Olympic Sailing Events. The great improvements made in passenger convenience by South West Trains’
stationary objects in the door area. Not only can the System 20 refurbishment programme will no doubt be greatly appreciated by these travellers as will the efforts taken to retain the period charm of this pleasant
door be linked to the central security network, but its highly station.
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 Windows Replaced By Structura UK At Five-Star Athenaeum Hotel, London
A multi-million pound exterior and interior refurbishment of the 5-star, 111-
bedroom Athenaeum Hotel opposite London‘s Green Park included the replacement
and reconfiguration of all the windows in a 30-week programme by Structura UK
Ltd, curtain wall engineering specialists.
The refurbishment for Ralph Trustees Ltd was undertaken to upgrade the hotel’s
energy efficiency and to improve the building’s appearance and interior aesthetic.
Using for the first time in the UK Schüco’s AWS 75BS.H1 aluminium profile
- finished in a powder coated metallic bronze - Structura UK, principal contractor,
designed, manufactured and installed 164 double glazed, 32mm thick, high

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performance windows and inward opening doors to the hotel’s Piccadilly and
Down Street elevations. The side windows of each bay appear fixed, but can be
opened for cleaning, and the flat windows have fixed glazing either side of the
doors. The glass has a super solar control coating to prevent heat gain in the
summer and heat loss in the winter.
The existing single glazed, aluminium, vertical pivot and vertical sliding bay
windows, and aluminium, horizontal sliding flat windows did not meet modern
sound-proofing standards and thermal ratings and needed replacing. Structura UK
completed one floor at a time working down from the hotel’s 10th floor Rooftop
Suite where the company installed some large sliding doors leading to a steel and
timber walk-on balcony with views towards Buckingham Palace.
Structura’s £1.7m contract involved undertaking structural alterations to the
existing openings to accommodate the new window and door design, thus allowing
more light into the guest rooms, and installing Juliet balconies.
A stunning feature of the Athenaeum’s external appearance is its Living Wall by
the botanist and designer Patrick Blanc. Stretching 8-storeys high, it consists of
a metal frame fixed to the structure of the building containing a water resistant
surface and water retaining material into which thousands of plants have been
inserted.

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Fakro Topsafe® - Security And Safety Steadmans Plays Its Part At Celtic Park A Unilin Home Is A More Efficient Home
Guaranteed Roofing and cladding Unilin Systems has been involved in
For those company Steadmans has the creation of a residence that sets
seeking a roof enhanced Celtic Park stadium new levels in energy efficiency and
window which in Derry - the home of the conservation.
combines good city’s hurling and Gaelic Situated in West Sussex, the luxury
eco-credentials football teams - by providing private residence was designed to be
with added over 2,200 sq metres of its an airtight building envelope with high
security, Fakro AS34/1000R single skin roof levels of insulation while dramatically
roof windows profile sheets for a new 3,600 reducing the construction time and so
now use the capacity all-seater stand. the architect specified Unilin Systems’
patented, The 0.7mm Goosewing Grey Unipur OSB structural insulated roof
topSafe® trapezoidal roofsheets from panels.
system. This Steadmans were finished in Utilising the benefits of superior PIR
provides the double sided Corus Colorcoat foam, Unipur panels have exceptional
highest standard HPS200 Ultra® ensuring performance and come in varying
of security and safety currently available (Class 3 - EN outstanding performance thicknesses to meet the thermal
13049), its micro-opening facility enabling it to remain and a guarantee of up to 40 performance required. In this instance,
secure even when open. Additional steel reinforcement is years. Steadmans AS range a depth of 175mm of PIR foam was
built into the lower part of the sash, while improved lock of quality single skin roof used to give the entire roof structure a
security and fixing screws driven in at an angle prevent and wall panels offer rapid U-value of 0.18W/m2K. In this instance
hinges being ruptured. installation with a durable, the Unipur panels were supplied with
The level of safety provided means most windows will high performance finish. an OSB inner facing. With a reduction
withstand the weight of an individual if stepped on. Fakro Available in a wide range in the materials used within the roof
roof windows are also made using only close-grain, knot- of colours and finishes AS structure, as well as Unipur’s factory
free, redwood pine, a growing proportion of which is from panels are manufactured in five different profiles with a choice of 0.5mm and made quality, the ‘all in one’ panels
FSC approved sources. They have also been designed to 0.7mm thicknesses. dramatically cut installation time for the roof structure with installation rates of up to 500m2 per day achievable.
enable every element to be stripped out easily for recycling.
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Rainline - Sustainable,
Remmers Keep The
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The balcony and roof areas above the dining
room of the famous Savile Club in the heart Rainline from Lindab ticks all the environmental boxes and provides a high
of Mayfair, London have recently been performance, cost effective solution for rain drainage for all types of buildings.
waterproofed with a flexible membrane from Manufactured from high quality, zinc coated galvanised steel; Rainline features 30%
Remmers. recycled material and is itself completely recyclable -the integrity of the system will last
in excess of 100 years.
The Remmers PUR D40 system comprised of
Rainline is much less expensive than aluminum and cast iron drainage and will totally
a universal damp tolerant epoxy primer, a
outperform plastic in every respect - offering minimal thermal movement and UV stability,
fleece reinforced fast curing polyurethane
it will not crack, fade or leak, is highly resistant to corrosion and virtually maintenance free.
membrane and a seal coat of a tough, UV
stable polyurethane. Available in 10 high build polyester colours, plain galvanised, natural copper
and Aluzinc, Rainline is supported by a range of comprehensive
The PUR D40 system is just one of several guarantees to offers total peace of mind for the
available within the Remmers range of deck building owner.
waterproofing and liquid roofing systems. For an information pack or to arrange a CPD
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Rigisystems Brings Stylish Look To Church
Architecture
2,300 sq m of RigiSystems Ziplok have been used on the roof of
Wellington Street Church in Ballymena, Northern Ireland to create a
distinctive and decidedly modern look to a traditional concept. The
Presbyterian Church complex was built on a green field site and comprises
Sanctuary, sports hall and accommodation block. The Sanctuary roof
consists of 1000 sq m of Ziplok in a weathered copper finish, which was
all rolled and tapered on site to produce the distinctive circular shape
fronting the complex, including the weathering detail to spire, and
complete with associated feature aluminium gutters, down pipes, soffits
and curved aluminium fascia. Ziplok is a BBA approved, advanced zip-up
standing seam system that offers exceptional weather resistance and
durability. The unique halter design complements the design of the liner
(20/100/1000) in a way which leaves almost no possibility of error in
setting out the roof and so allows for fast and trouble free laying of the
profiles. Combined with the ability to taper or curve the profiles on site,
and availability in either aluminium or steel, this gives RigiSystems Ziplok a competitive edge in any standing seam application.

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Urban Allotments Provide Inspiration For

Index Green Roofs And Walls Project At New Roofing Snow Guard Comes
Into Its Own
Darlington Primary School With heavy snow again throughout
the U.K. this winter, Klober has seen
A dense urban environment populated by rows of terraced housing, with the only unprecedented demand for its Trapac
major area of green being allotments nearby, provided the inspiration for a series Snow Guard. Snow Guard is designed to
of Index Extensive green roofs set over the new Northwood primary school in prevent snow slippage on pitched roofs,
Darlington. The 1,800 sq.m. of green roofs curve and slope over the buildings set allowing it to pass gradually through a
grid as it melts. Andrew Borthwick of Over-Clad Kalzip Solution For Influenza Resource Centre
on two levels. At the school entrance a series of living walls rise to two storey
height all helping to provide the 420 young pupils with an environmentally Badenoch Roofing commented, “We have
fitted Snow Guard to a number of homes. Straight and smooth curved Kalzip aluminium standing seam and galvanised liner sheets have been used
friendly place of learning. to create the tightly sealed, insulated and weatherproofed building envelope of the Influenza Resource
The Index Extensive Insta sedum system incorporates a Prominent alu vapour Our only other option would have been
to use lengths of heavy 6 x 2 timber, Centre (IRC) & UK Stem Cell Bank in South Mimms. The Kalzip is over-clad in white chestnut timber to
control layer with 120mm of PIR insulation. The following Helastoplay membrane satisfy local planning requirements for this environmentally sensitive rural location. As the IRC comprises
is protected by Defend H Anti-roots over which a water retention mat and 75mm and Snow Guard is far lighter and easier
to fit. The support brackets are just mostly classified clean room laboratories, the main concern beforehand was to provide a well-insulated
of naturally occurring substrate was laid to receive the Insta mat of sedum. To and weatherproofed envelope capable of keeping out all external contaminants and preventing any
achieve the specified effect different plants, selected from the sedum family, were positioned in the first or second course
up from the eaves, and fitted over the internal biological agents from escaping into the environment.
pre-grown to create a changing patchwork of colour on the roofs as the seasons The solution involves the use of straight and curved extruded aluminium T-section supports which form
change. Firestop, a specialist membrane with flame retardants added during the batten and tile”. Snow Guard can be used
with profiled or flat interlocking tiles and a series of continuous vertical ribs along the building’s length to create the desired envelope shape.
manufacturing process, was used on all exposed details. The T-section supports are mounted on angle brackets attached to Kalzip aluminium seam clips that are
Because of the unusual design by the Atkins architectural team the building seems slates, and need no additional support
battens. Sold in 3-metre lengths, the fastened to the standing seam without penetrating the Kalzip. A continuous hidden gutter is installed
to rise out of the ground and the green walls which are hung with pre-grown just above top window level and 6 metre lengths of white chestnut cladding are affixed to the T-section
modules of evergreen perennials and herbs will allow the pupils to experiment with powder-coated, galvanised steel grids are
available in black, tile red and brown. supports in staggered formation to form the rainscreen. Employing this over-cladding construction
growing fruits such as strawberries in season, as another learning tool. This living wall is served by an automated zonal irrigation system. technique means that an infinite variety of creative design options are available to architects by using
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plantings immediately below. There is an open teaching area of some 200 sq.m. and on the ground floor windows of differing heights allow viewing and
natural light for the younger pupils. A 20 page Green Ecosystems specifier guide is available from Index. [w] www.kalzip.com
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Milton Keynes’ Biggest Office In 25 Years And Four
Types Of Cladding – It Had To Be Eurofox
For Milton Keynes’ biggest office development in 25 years - The Pinnacle –
architects PHP required an impressive façade to ensure the building creates
a lasting impression. They specified a mix of exterior cladding materials to
create an interesting façade. To support this mix of façade materials, Eurofox
Engineering supplied a number of its innovative rainscreen cladding support
systems. PHP Architects specified a variety of cladding materials including
a Terracotta tile system, Aluminium composite Alucobond panels, Western
Red Cedar cladding and powder
coated aluminium column
casings. Specialist contractor
Kingspan Wall-Lite The Clear Choice ECL Contracts turned to Eurofox
Engineering. The company
Worcester Rugby Club has benefitted from Kingspan Wall- provides a range of versatile
Lite, a translucent wall panel that allows natural daylight and innovative systems for use
into buildings, whilst maintaining thermal efficiency and with most types of cladding
aesthetic appearance. Kingspan Wall-Lite was installed products. For the approximately
to the gable end of the spectator seating area in the 2,000 m² of Terracotta tile
grandstand. It is a single component system that does not system, ECL Contracts used
require glazing experience to fit. It comes in a range of Eurofox Engineering’s tried and
colours and lengths, is UV resistant, lightweight and offers tested aluminium MacFox vertical cladding bracket and rail system. For the
a U-value of 1.26 W/m2K. It can be fully integrated with Western Red Cedar, the Eurofox MUH system was adopted. The MUH system
Kingspan’s architectural wall panels and complete wall is a combination of a MacFox bracket and Uni carrier enabling the easy
and façade systems and is covered by the Kingspan Total application of timber battens on to which the Western Red Cedar cladding
Guarantee. could be fixed.

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Remmers Restoration at
Southampton Row
Low Thermal Conductivity Wall Ties
The façade of the Grange Hotel in Holborn Thermal Bridging: A Challenge for the Wall Tie Industry The TeploTie has a BBA approval and is available exclusively from Ancon
has recently received a facelift and Wall Ties are an essential element in the strength and stability of a cavity Building Products. It has a thermal conductivity of just 0.7W/mK, making
repairs using colour matched materials by wall, but by crossing the cavity they act as a thermal bridge between the it the most thermally efficient Wall Tie on the market. All fixings with a
Remmers. internal and external leaves. Generally speaking, the wider the insulated conductivity rating of under 1.0W/mk are excluded from U-value calcula-
cavity, the more substantial the Wall Tie needs to be and the greater the tions to EN ISO 6946.
Remmers Restoration Mortar was selected effect the tie will then have on the U-value of the wall.
to repair damaged stone areas and was U-Value Calculations
colour matched to minimise the visual The challenge for the Wall Tie industry, set by the Government’s ambitious When calculating a U-value it is important to use the actual cross-sec-
impact. The properties of Restoration energy efficiency targets, is to reduce the thermal conductivity of its tional area of a Wall Tie and the thermal conductivity of the material from
Mortar make it ideal for repairing stone products whilst continuing to meet the structural performance require- which it is manufactured, rather than allowing a calculation program
structures as it can be produced in virtually ments of wide cavity construction. to apply default values. This can make a considerable difference to the
any colour and strength to match your result; a default value will over-estimate the thermal bridging effect of
stone. Lime grades are available. Ancon’s Solution an Ancon Wall Tie and designers may increase insulation width and wall
Ancon Building Products has met this challenge by launching a new range footprint unnecessarily.
After repairs the surfaces received a of Low Thermal Conductivity Wall Ties; ties which minimise heat loss
light coating of Historic Grout Scumble, through thermal bridging, thereby improving the energy efficiency of a [w] www.ancon.co.uk/LowConductor
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with which all clients, contractors and designers are familiar.

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this range includes the new Ancon TeploTie which is manufactured from
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Howe Green Provides Access At Liverpool Sapphire Balustrades Ltd
John Moores University Sapphire Balustrades’ new Refurbishment brochure
provides valuable upgrading and retro-fitting
For the safe housing of vital underfloor
information on the company’s range of stainless
building services at one of the country’s
and coated steel, aluminium, hardwood and brass
impressive new academic buildings,
handrail systems. Whether updating commercial,
architects have specified a range of access
residential or listed buildings in traditional or
panels from Howe Green. Liverpool John
contemporary style, Sapphire’s distinctive designs
Moores University’s new Art & Design
enable striking
Academy has been designed by Rick Mather
interiors to be
Architects. To enable essential access to
created in keeping
a wealth of underfloor services on the
with all legislative
buildings lower ground floor, Rick Mather
requirements.
Architects specified a mix of 1050 and
Balustrades can be
7500 Series stainless steel floor covers from
complemented by
Howe Green. The panels were individually
a variety of infill
manufactured to a size of 600 x 600 to
options including
match the size of the Charcon Appalachian
mesh, solid panel
stone floor slabs. Laid in a mix of sand
and glass, with either
and cement, the floor slabs blend with the
vertical or horizontal
access panels, which feature inlaid floor
midrails. For clinical
slabs, providing a symmetrical finish. Both
and catering environments, products can also be
the 1050 and 7500 series access covers
supplied with anti-bacterial coatings. Available
are manufactured from stainless steel.
in a choice of finishes, colours and assembly
The 1050 is a slightly deeper model of panel than the 7500, designed for heavy duty
configurations, systems are available for both
flooring such as natural stone and concrete and suitable for both internal and external
internal and external use.
applications. Once installed both panels provide the same visual appearance.
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Forbo Launches Step Collection

Safety flooring can now be specified for its stylish good looks and not just its slip rating
Ardex Provides A Fast Track
Forbo Flooring Systems has launched Step, a new range of safety vinyl flooring with
an emphasis on good design. Whilst meeting HSE requirements for slip resistance, the Finish For Harrods
Step range is far removed from traditional safety flooring, with a choice of inspiring
colours, textures and finishes including wood and stone effect and holographic chip. When Harrods, redesigned two of their Menswear
Now, designers can specify safety flooring based on its aesthetics, rather than merely its Departments, ARDEX UK was delighted to work
legislative compliance. in conjunction with BTM Marble & Granite & BTM
Trading Ltd to provide the ideal fixing solution.
The project started with an application of ARDEX
Step complies with HSE recommendations ($36 pendulum test value and $20 surface SD-T B Base Mix over the original floor. Thanks
roughness) and covers slip resistance R10-R12 and barefoot safety. In addition, the to the ARDEX ‘Rapidry Formula’ technology, the
range meets EN13845 relating to PVC floor coverings with enhanced particle resistance. new floor surface dried and hardened in a matter
Step also benefits from a PUR surface finish that ensures effective cleaning and of hours. ARDEX X 7 R Rapid Setting Flexible Tile
maintenance, with all R10 rated designs featuring the PUR Pearl™ coating with matt Adhesive in grey was used to fix the new 600mm
embossing, which provides a distinctive, smooth and lustrous finish that is highly x 600mm Porcelain floor tiles & 800mm x 800mm
scratch, scuff and wear resistance and also results in a more natural appearance. Emperador Marble floor tiles. Suitable for fixing
all types of wall and floor tiles, ARDEX X 7 R
However, the real focus of the new collection has been the range of designs, which feature fresh colours and contemporary styling not usually can be walked on and grouted just 2 hours after
associated with traditional safety flooring. A choice of 72 colours is available, with design freedom further facilitated by non-directional patterns and application. Additional features include excellent
the capability to incorporate bespoke designs and logos using the aquajet technique. slump resistance, superior application properties
and suitability for use with underfloor heating.
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“Slips and trips account for over a third of all reported accidents and there is an increasing duty of care to design out risk as much as possible,” said
Julie Dempster, UK Marketing Manager at Forbo Flooring Systems. “With the new Step range, designers need no longer feel that because of this, their
design freedom is curtailed. Forbo has been able to combine its expertise in safety flooring and flooring design to develop a range that delivers on all
fronts.”

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Caesarstone To Launch New Colours At KBB Show Victorian Woodworks Timber Delights At The Parlour
CaesarStone, synonymous with style and durability, has created a new effect while still adhering to CaesarStone’s high quality standards and When Drake & Morgan and soft banquette seating is a must for cocktail lovers and perfect
unique selection of colours for its surfaces. The new colours will be physical properties. This means that Motivo surfaces are non-porous, acquired their second site, the for pre or post dinner drinks. Huge ceilings look down on high wooden
showcased at the KBB show on Stand K41, Hall 17 at the NEC in March. equally care-free and therefore applicable for kitchen backsplashes, parlour, in Canary Wharf only tables and circular booths, and in addition, an intimate wine room and
The new selection includes ‘Dusty Stones,’ ‘Black Rocks,’ ‘Buttermilk,’ wall panelling, vanity tops, custom-made furniture and more. The a bold and innovative interior alfresco terrace offer ideal retreats from the hustle and bustle.
Organic White,’ and ‘Pure White,’ the definitive white. Five beautiful new Crocodile (black 3100) and the Lace (white 2141) patterns represent design would do. Having
colours introduced to complement the existing range. current samples available in stock. However, the Motivo technology provided some of the capital’s Renowned for their creativity and flair, Victorian Woodworks specified
can be implemented to create any desired pattern (subject to colour most stylish hospitality a variation of timber for the floors and walls, offering an interesting
CaesarStone is an engineered quartz-based surface with low maintenance & quantity) venues with luxurious timber blend of colours and textures. For the floors, Reclaimed Silvertown Pine
properties that provide an ease of living that will look great for years to solutions, including Drake & was chosen, as not only is it a very attractive timber, but it is extremely
come. CaesarStone is extremely chip, crack, scratch and heat resistant, CaesarStone also has ‘green’ credentials, as it is the only quartz Morgan’s award winning the hard-wearing, and will therefore easily meet the demands of such a
and no sealing is necessary. So, whether the finish of the work surface surface company to manufacture its products with strict adherence refinery, Victorian Woodworks heavily trafficked commercial environment. To contrast the flooring,
is honed or polished, of pale or dark appearance, plain or patterned, all to global environmental standards. (ISO 14001) C.R. Laurence is the were delighted to once again Reclaimed Desert Oak was used for the wall cladding. Creating a truly
these characteristics remain the same. Its non-porous nature also means UK distributors of CaesarStone and hold over 3,500 slabs in stock for provide the inspiration. organic surface reminiscent of battered, weathered boards, the inherent
it is hygienic and resistant to staining. Just wipe away and the surface is immediate call off by a nationwide network of approved fabricators. knots and splits purvey a ruggedness and unique character that further
like new again. With CaesarStone you have the full advantage of having C.R. Laurence’s current stock of CaesarStone includes over 30 different The parlour is the perfect enhances the interior of the building.
chosen a stone that is both attractive, highly practical and comes with designs and colours, available in honed or polished finish, providing the antidote to the City, located
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CaesarStone will also be proudly presenting the world’s first quartz is maintained through the careful selection of Approved Fabricators the iconic One Canada Square,
surfaces with an embossed, textured look and feel at the KBB show. to ensure the quality and service to each client and to uphold the the tallest building in Britain.
Developed by CaesarStone, Motivo™ is a brilliant new technology CaesarStone reputation. Stepping through the doors of the parlour, guests are immediately
that enables you to create pattern-designed finishes from our range greeted with a unique handmade chandelier of spoons, spatulas, ladles
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Lark Hill Village Keeps Young
At Heart With Ardex The Newhaven Towel Rail Elegant And Automated
ARDEX UK played their part in the From JIS Europe – Schell Puris Taps
development of the UK’s largest retirement
JIS Europe Ltd has introduced a new addition SCHELL GmbH has been manufacturing
village, Lark Hill Village which recently
to the already extensive Sussex Range. The elegant and innovative taps in Germany for
opened in Nottingham. The 14,000m2 project,
new rail is very different in appearance and over 75 years. These are now available in UK,
Telling (Finishings) prepared the floor areas
use to the existing range and has the high distributed through the merchant network by
with ARDEX K 301 Exterior Self-Smoothing
standards of design and finish for which JIS Fluid Systems of Guildford. The latest SCHELL
Levelling and Resurfacing Compound. For
is well known. The Newhaven Rail is very products to become available here are the
the tiling stages, ARDEX X 7 Rapid Setting
substantial at 480 x 520mm and the top part Puris range of automated ‘hands free’, hygienic
Flexible Tile Adhesive was used to fix Craven
of the rail extends horizontally, giving a total taps with modern prize-winning styling and
Dunnill Project Ceramics Porcelain tiles. All of
projection of 360mm. This provides a ‘shelf’, an excellently engineered finish. They are
the tile joints were grouted with ARDEX-FLEX
still heated of course, that is ideal for airing designed to prevent water wastage as much as
FL Rapid Setting, Flexible Tile Grout.
folded towels. possible.
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Zero From MHS Radiators – A High Output

Alternative To Steel Panels
The Taper-Loc System is a revolutionary new
MHS Radiators has launched the Zero range of low cost, lightweight frameless glass balustrade system.
aluminium radiators with contemporary styling and excellent heat outputs
from 423W to 3,068W.
The precision measured control gives you high quality installations
They make an excellent alternative to steel panel radiators and thanks to every time.
their low water content heat up rapidly and are extremely efficient. And
where high pressures are needed, like high rise buildings, Zero operates at • 50% faster to install than traditional alternatives
up to 16 BAR, making specification simple.
• For toughened/toughened laminated glass from 12mm-25.52mm thick
Available in white or polished finishes, Zero works well with traditional • Dry glaze system, no need for cement
heating systems, or lower temperature heating systems, like heat pumps.
There are four heights available, (from 373mm to 823mm) and eight • Tested to meet the strictest building code requirements BS6180:1999
lengths (422mm to 2,044mm). All sizes are lightweight enough for one and BS6399-1:1996
person to fit.
• The product is completely unique because it uses a horizontal
The Zero’s aluminium construction means the radiators can be recycled at taper-loc design, which allows the system to be adjusted,
the end of their lives, reducing their impact on the environment. Thanks
to their stylish and simple design, Zero radiators will fit in with any dismantled and re-set.
commercial or residential interior. Patented

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EverEdge Makes Lions & Dragons !
Drivers travelling from Wales into England along the new 3 mile A5117 Deeside
Park Junction road to the NW of Chester will receive a dramatic welcome - a 20
metre long lion! And travellers heading towards Wales will be welcomed by a huge
17 metre high dragon. Richard Waddell of Moore Environment was the artist and
architect behind the scheme, with the work being carried out by Carillion on behalf
of the Highways Agency.
The features are cut into purpose designed roadside embankments, and were
formed using 400 metres of EverEdge galvanised steel edging, before being
infilled with 10 tonnes of white marble stone pebbles. EverEdge was chosen over
UV Polypropylene, Aluminium and other steel edging products for its strength,
flexibility and scope of products available. Carillion assigned a former panel beater
to lead the construction team and with the help of a temporary but sturdy post
on site to help work and bend the edging to some very tight radii, the team were
delighted with the edging material (EverEdge ProEdge 125 x 2500 x 2.5 mm) which
performed well in extremely difficult site conditions.
The team are very confident that EverEdge was the cost effective choice that
will last through the intended design life of the features. Moore Environment
were impressed with the service and advice from EverEdge throughout the entire
process.

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New Yas Marina Motor Racing

Circuit Opens In Abu Dhabi
1st November 2009 saw the first F1 race at the new Yas Marina Circuit They were fitted with ductile iron mesh
located on the 25km2 Yas Island to the east of Abu Dhabi City. Hauraton inlets also certified for F900 load category.
New Thorn Areaflood were chosen to supply the surface water drainage systems which had Affording a superior overall hydraulic
Meets All Requirements to be just as innovative as the spectacular Yas Marina complex itself. performance, both HICAP® systems and
According to Hauraton CEO Marcus Reuter, “The demands made on us were FASERFIX® SUPER Channels allowed the
The new Thorn Areaflood range is a Flood Alert! extremely high, as much on our support team as on the surface water circuit’s engineers and contractors’ flexibility
complete matching series of discharge drainage systems supplied.” in roadway design and installation, reducing
A chilling statement – especially if you are living in a flood risk area, and in particular if it has happened Four Hauraton products were installed at the Yas Marina Circuit track and the number of channel runs normally
and compact fluorescent luminaires
to you in the past. With global warming a given, increasingly tracts of land will become susceptible to surrounding complex. To provide the surface water drainage requirement, required to drain a given area.
from 42W to 600W. The aluminium
flooding. There is now a product on the market, TASK GREEN which provides a unique solution – a flood RECYFIX® HICAP® Series G, RECYFIX® HICAP® standard units and As there were fewer runs required, the
floodlight is based on the Champion
barrier in the form of fencing. The fence construction is made from 100% recycled materials, and can also FASERFIX® SUPER. FASERFIX® Service Channels featuring ductile iron surfaces strength was not compromised
sports projector, with an inclined front
be used as boundary fence, sound barrier, agricultural pens and marine decking! covers were supplied to manage the miles of media cables used during whilst future maintenance and cleaning will
glass and integrated visor giving precise
Temporary flood protection is attained by embedding one or more boards below ground surface between televised events. The surface water drainage system installed in the track also be reduced.
light control. There are two sizes, with
post lengths. Rapid assembly of panels is achieved by fixing relevant height posts to the embedded base had to withstand the incredible levels of power and high speeds Formula The FASERFIX® SUPER fibre reinforced concrete surface water drainage
asymmetric or ‘street’ reflectors. Peak
via steel inserts, and then slotting boards into post grooves and tightening with a clamp. Permanent 1 racing involves. As they cover the 56 laps of a race, cars can reach channels were also installed in various residential and public access
beam angles are up to 60 degrees, with a
barriers can be assembled using a unique adhesive (supplied). Posts can be angled to achieve curved speeds of up to 320 km/h. areas. Featuring metal protection along their top edges, not only does
total cut off at 90 degrees. Areaflood is
formations. Dismantling of the panels is just a matter of reversing the process, and of course, they are The RECYFIX® HICAP® Series G channels were installed in the actual this detail provide exceptional wear resistance and increased load bearing
sealed to IP66 and can be supplied with
re-useable for the next adverse forecast. race track providing high capacity drainage with a discreet appearance. capability, the components are so strong, even prior to installation, they
integral photocell, adaptive controls, hot-
The innovative composite polymer material is structured with internal cavities, providing great strength, Having a F900 loading category, Series G units are designed to withstand are able to endure the rigours of this enormous building project.
restrike gear and emergency lighting.
resistance to water, uv deterioration, and most chemicals. The material has a life span of 3 to 10 times additional forces not normally required with surface water drainage Marcus concludes, “Given the project was the biggest in the company’s
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cabling for security, lighting and CCTV. Boards and posts can be cut on site, but the manufacturers would (PE-PP) channel component. Once installed the complete system is highly supervised the installation of all our products that again proved to be
recommend that assembly should be undertaken by an Approved Installer. The manufacturer, Task Green, resilient to the twisting and powerful suction forces imposed by racing easy and efficient to install, providing a safe, functional and aesthetically
has been awarded a Green Apple Environmental Award. cars. pleasing appearance to the racing surface and other areas of this
RECYFIX® HICAP® standard units and FASERFIX® SUPER Channels were spectacular motor racing venue”.
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Yorkon And Tesco Set New Record For Speed Of Construction Following Cumbria Floods
Off-site specialist and Portakabin subsidiary, Yorkon, has set a new record
for speed of construction to help Tesco ease some of the problems facing the
flood-hit community of Workington in Cumbria. A new, 13,300sqft purpose-built
interim Tesco supermarket was delivered and installed on a brownfield site in an
unprecedented 18 hours, and open and trading just 13 days after start on site.
Yorkon and main contractors Johnson Construction worked through the night,
completing the installation of the store at 6am ready for shop fitting to begin.
Opening today, the supermarket will operate in addition to Tesco’s main store
in Workington which remains open but is now out of reach to the thousands of
residents cut off on the north side of the River Derwent.
The community in the Seaton and Northside areas of Workington, as well as
those along the coast to Flimby and Maryport now face a detour of up to 40
miles to Workington town centre after bridges were destroyed or closed following
the floods. Yorkon craned 26 14m long modules into position in an accelerated
programme of one unit every 30 minutes.
This involved two teams of ten Yorkon site staff working in shifts through the
night and at a weekend, and using two cranes to achieve a watertight envelope as
fast as possible, ready for the shop fitting teams to move in. The store, which has
a retail sales area of 10,000sqft, is a new modular supermarket design that Yorkon
has developed with Tesco, used for the first time at Barnsley in South Yorkshire. It
is almost three times the size of the convenience stores manufactured by Yorkon
for Tesco previously, and has been engineered to minimise the number of internal
columns for maximum clear spans.

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Yorkshire School Celebrates Record Exam Results Despite Devastating Fire

Following a devastating fire which destroyed half
of their school’s buildings, pupils at Carleton Foremans Calls On More Organisations To Dispose
Community High School in Pontefract, West
Yorkshire studying in a new interim school
supplied by Portakabin, achieved record GCSE
Of Surplus Modular Buildings Sustainably
exam results. In one of the most challenging
projects ever undertaken by Portakabin, 23
separate school buildings comprising 114 Ultima Foremans Relocatable Building Systems is calling on more costs, gave the Council the best value over the other contractors we
building modules were sourced, fully fitted organisations to dispose of surplus modular buildings sustainably. The considered. Foremans provided a full service and we would definitely
out, installed and occupied by the school in company is looking to further expand its stocks to meet the growing recommend the approach to other organisations with excess modular
just six weeks from receipt of order, despite demand for refurbished modular buildings but says that too few accommodation.”
freezing working conditions and whilst meeting organisations are considering recycling when they need to dispose of The building will now be fully refurbished and could be used for
the school’s stringent design and logistics excess accommodation. a range of temporary or permanent applications – from offices to
requirements. The school is a specialist science Foremans, which is the largest purchaser of pre-owned modular teaching blocks, airport buildings, nurseries and hospital ward
and mathematics college. Its 971 pupils were buildings in the UK, has recently completed a project for Slough accommodation. Foremans removes up to 1,000 steel-framed modules
immediately displaced following the fire, so it Borough Council. Working over a weekend and to a tight programme every year from sites across the UK as demand for its building services
was critical that the new interim school was up to avoid disruption to the Town Hall offices, Foremans removed a continues to increase. The recycling and refurbishment of modular
and running as fast as possible. Portakabin was 17-module Portakabin building from the site in the centre of Slough. buildings is now recognised as one of the most sustainable methods
able to provide a rapid response and complete Commenting on the project, Jamila Ibrahim, Moves Co-ordinator of construction – reducing the volume of waste sent to landfill and
solution to minimise disruption to the children’s at Slough Borough Council, said, “The introduction of new ways preserving the structural elements of a building which have significant
education. This included foundations, building of working, such as desk sharing and home working, has freed up embodied energy.
installation, fitting out to the school’s exact space within the main Council office building, which meant this Foremans will undertake a full site survey and evaluation free
requirements, fire and intruder alarms, and access ramps and steps. The buildings, which span more than 4,000sqm, are being hired for three modular building became surplus to our requirements. We considered of charge anywhere in the UK, and will remove each building
years while the damaged parts of the school are re-built. As this project illustrates, delivery of school buildings on time is critical to minimising transferring the building to another site for use as classrooms but this to an agreed programme and with the minimum disruption. The
disruption to children’s education, but is even more important in emergency situations such as fire and floods. To provide assurance that was not financially viable.” decommissioning and removal of full or part-buildings is carried out
Portakabin will deliver every education building on time and on budget, the company has just launched a ground-breaking Customer Charter. The “Foremans put a proper structure and programme of works in place by Foremans’ fully trained in-house site teams, in compliance with all
Charter gives a series of clear commitments which is unprecedented in the construction industry, and if delivery on time and on budget is not for its removal, which set out clear timescales and responsibilities health and safety, and CDM regulations.
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[ “The Stannah Maxilift and Trolleylift fulfilled the owners’ luxury-plus-conscience ethos
backed by cost-effective performance and local after-sales service. Also, Stannah’s
Technical Representative, Tony Stockman, was extremely helpful at all stages in
determining the right lift for the job, its operational features and finishing touches.”
Harrison Sutton Partnership Architect, Jon Capel
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Stannah At The Scarlet Hotel: Two Lifts Get The
Green Light At Cream-Of-Cornwall Eco Hotel
Since opening on the 1st of September 2009, the UK’s first-ever, purpose- The project was handled by the design partnership of Totnes-based Chartered
built, luxury, eco-friendly ‘Scarlet Hotel’ in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall has Architects, Harrison Sutton Partnership, and German timber-frame builder,
been running smoothly and efficiently with the uplifting assistance of two Bauwerk. The lifts were specified as part of this collaboration, overcoming
Stannah lift products. German competition for reasons of cost-effective eco-suitability and local
after-sales service.

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Throughout this multi-tiered venue, guests, staff and visitors now appreciate
the leg-saving services of an 8-person Maxilift MXL hydraulic passenger lift, This positive partnership was supported by Stannah Technical
“The Scarlet Hotel is a haven of peace, and sustainable opulence. Every care has been
supported by a 250kg Trolleylift for the heavy-duty haulage of baggage, Representative, Tony Stockman, whose excellent working relationship with
taken to enhance customer and staff comfort, including the provision of a luxury
boxes, crates and cartons. both parties helped ease the lift specification process within a constantly- passenger lift and a trolleylift. These reliable Stannah lift products will discreetly improve

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evolving and scrupulous ecological policy. our service and help us maintain the safe movement of people and goods.”
“By establishing an excellent working relationship with architect and Scarlet Hotel General Manager, Nikki Broom
Smooth, silent service - how the lifts shaped up
contractor, Stannah helped set the tone for this challenging project.
Our professional and resourceful teamwork contributed to realising a
As the lifts were catered for from the drawing board, their installation
stringent ecological brief which changed as the hotel evolved.” motor room or load-bearing lift shaft. It was easily and swiftly installed with the minimum
complemented the hotel’s green dream, followed by a successful handover
Stannah Technical Sales Representative, Tony Stockman. of builder’s work and helps the owners meet the requirements of the Manual Handling
and problem-free performance record.
Regulations. This through-car model is ideal for the reliable, efficient movement of larger
Green-tinted glasses – how a family vision came true Finished in complementary blue laminate with a wood-effect floor, the loads such as luggage, laundry and supplies in this deceptively busy environment.
MXL passenger lift is a motor room-less model that houses the hydraulic
The £9.5m, family-owned Scarlet Hotel is the eco-child of the three drive system within the lift shaft and the controller in any of the landing Access and assistance – luxury with less legwork
Whittington sisters whose veins must run with green blood as they also architraves. This flexibility saved on space and cost, making it the ideal
own the nearby 1960s-built Bedruthan Steps hotel, where solar panels and choice for any eco-conscious enterprise. The MXL is the deluxe model in the Built into the hillside with a sympathetic, curvilinear profile, the hotel relies on its two
a grass roof were installed at a time when such actions were considered Maxilift range of passenger lifts and, as with all Stannah passenger lifts, Stannah lifts to help optimise accessibility and streamline service so that everyone can fully
bizarre. helped the Whittington sisters meet with DDA requirements for access for appreciate the outstanding features and facilities which include:
people of all mobility levels.
Fitting neatly into a comprehensive sustainable-environment agenda • picture windows at all levels - reveal panoramic views of the bay
including a recyclable external copper wall, 150sq.m. of solar panelling, The Trolleylift is a rugged service lift that loads from floor level. The • unusual art and sculpture - instil individuality in key public areas
and heating via a biomass boiler, the two Stannah lifts contribute to landing entrances are protected by a single, hinged, steel door with grey • colourful furnishings, warming wood, cool slate floors - comfort naturally
the embracing mantra of ‘luxury and conscience’ whilst servicing the six baked-enamel finish, and a concertina shutter-leaf gate with a galvanised • a sumptuous restaurant – delights with the finest, locally-sourced organic food
staggered terraces that comprise this 37-bedroom, wholly-adult sanctuary finish. All doors have safety locks to comply with safety regulations. • an authentic Ayurvedic spa - pampers the most indulgent of luxury-lovers
with a strict policy of no children or pets. Supplied in a structure-supported frame, the lift does not require a separate
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Neaco Products Look the NIBE Helps With Claire’s Cornish
Part at Boho One Eco-Build
Claire Alderson’s dream of an eco-friendly home on the lovely Roselend The money saved by discarding the idea of deep boreholes was spent on
Two Neaco products are providing practical and aesthetic benefits as part of an extensive specification at Peninsula in Cornwall has at last become a reality. Perched high on a photovoltaic solar panels to supply energy for water heating. Since the
Boho One, an exciting £10 million development in Middlesbrough designed to accommodate and support steep slope, the sea-views are stunning and Claire and her husband NIBE air-sourced heat pump is designed to work happily in tandem with
businesses working in digital and creative sectors. Andrew are delighted with the practicality as well as the enviro- solar powered systems, the combination of the two has proved ideal and
friendliness of their new house. Working closely with architects Evans indeed Claire Alderson is hoping to make a few hundred pounds a year by
Neaco’s Techdek aluminium open grille system has been selected to provide an external walkway together Vettori, they have used locally sourced materials and local labour selling their unneeded electricity back to the National Grid.
with the company’s Techbar flat-bar balustrade for a bridge structure linking office buildings of the wherever possible and have been amply repaid in personal service and So when bad weather prevents them sitting outside admiring the view,
Digital Enterprise Centre. Adrian Philpotts of Xsite Architecture explained the reasons for specifying both easy contactability. the Aldersons can instead admire it, in the warm, through the large
products: For heating, Claire originally intended to go geothermal until Matthew picture windows at the front of the house, secure in the knowledge that
Trewhela of Independent Energy pointed out the pitfalls that could their heating is sourced by nature even in the winter’s cold.
“Techdek’s T-bar profile was ideal for the walkway as it gives the feel of transparency, drains water attend boreholes in an extremely steep hillside where there are houses
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finish. The metallic finish of the Spectrum balustrade complements the Techdek with the same aesthetic below them.
impact. Both systems have proved to be an excellent specification as well as being very cost-effective.” As a result the Aldersons reverted to their original choice of an air-
sourced heat pump, an option they had discarded as they feared that the
Boho One is the flagship building of the Boho Zone area of Middlesbrough, which is designed to become noise level would be high. Independent Energy got over this problem by
the region’s answer to the creative quarters of New York and London. The development is a sustainable suggesting the installation, at the side of the house away from the patio
building project and has met BREEAM Excellent standard.  area, of a NIBE Fighter 2025, a heat pump that is powerful yet extremely
quiet in operation. This has proved ideal for supplying all the energy
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Zinc Hits Record Heights Abet Laminates On Another
The £80m Sky Plaza’s 349,000 square feet
Planet
of student accommodation and 4,400 square High pressure laminates from ABET LAMINATI
feet of ancillary retail space is already a focal are being used throughout the eye-catching
point of the Leeds skyline and is thought new Planet Hollywood restaurant in the
to be the Haymarket, London. This stunning venue was
biggest zinc furnished from wall to wall by RHA furniture
cladding who specified ABET LAMINATI’s Legni
project in woodgrains on many interior finishes. Legni
the U.K. Just What The Doctor 312 Wenge in a SEI finish has been used
to date. Ordered: Improved Security! extensively.
Carey Jones’ The
design Demand for built-in security shutters looks
woodgrain
utilised set to grow due to the ever-increasing
effect
VMZINC’s need to improve security. That’s the view
provides
rainscreen of the project manager who oversaw the
a hard
panel recent £3m development of the Grange Road
wearing,
system in Medical Centre in Dudley, Birmingham. The
elegant
ANTHRA- centre, which houses nine GPs, a minor
finish which complements the backdrop
ZINC® for surgery room, two treatment rooms, a
of exposed brickwork and natural timber
the full physiotherapy room, a baby clinic as well
floors. The consistency in appearance and
extent of as the offices of the Primary Care Trust, is
quality from sheet to sheet ensures that the
the north façade. The zinc complements protected by built-in security shutters from
laminate has a uniformed look throughout the
deeply recessed casement windows which the Charter-Integr8 range. 35 shutters were
restaurant as a whole.
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Esha Universal Specified For ‘Balehaus’

Primary School Turns To movemanSKG!
Ottery St. Mary Primary School in Devon takes the Disability
The House Made Of Straw
Discrimination Act (DDA) very seriously. It has modified its premises to
improve wheelchair access by installing two movemanSKG platform lifts, A unique, environmentally friendly two story house constructed at the based mix. ModCell is the creation of White Design in Bristol and Integral
despite not having any disabled children currently attending. University of Bath, entirely of straw bales was officially opened by Grand Structural Design in Bath. For the roofing membrane, ModCell wanted a
Design’s Kevin McCloud last month and features a roofing membrane product which was capable of matching the projects’ strong sustainable
Head Teacher Doug Rylance explains; “Although there are no wheelchair supplied by Esha UK as it was the only one that could meet the projects and environmental credentials and therefore specified Esha Universal.
users enrolled at Ottery St Mary Primary School at the moment, this could demanding sustainable and environmental specification. Researchers at Esha Universal is a single layer, POCB (Polyolefin Copolymer Bitumen
change at any time. We offer the same high standards of education to all the University of Bath’s BRE Centre for Innovative Construction Materials Binder) environmentally friendly roofing membrane that offers the low
students. movemanSKG’s lifts mean children with mobility problems will have, for some time, been researching, on behalf of ModCell, low carbon temperature performance of SBS membranes combined with the high – end
be able to move freely and independently around the building.” alternatives to traditional building materials. performance of APP membranes.
The University has developed new ways of using timber and other crop- Uniquely, it is manufactured featuring recycled content from Esha’s own
Opened in 1967 and extended in 1975, Ottery St Mary Primary School based materials such as hemp, natural fiber composites and straw bales recycling plant –the world’s first.
accepts children aged between five and eleven. A selection of extra- -straw being the ultimate environmentally-friendly building material since Thanks to Esha Universal’s unique compound and homogeneous structure
curricular activities are on offer at lunchtimes and after-school including, it is renewable and is a farming by-product. Straw also has high insulating the product is completely stable, it will not stretch, split or shrink,
drama, orchestra, and sports. properties -houses made of straw bales need almost no conventional providing stress free overlap points to ensure a watertight bond is
heating, keeping running costs low and minimising environmental impact. maintained for the lifetime of the roof, at which point Esha Universal can
In the school’s assembly hall is a new movemanSKG Prima platform lift. Over the coming year the research team will be assessing the ModCell be fully recycled.
Travelling approximately 450mm, it allows less able students to overcome straw bale panels as building materials to establish if they can be used Roofing contractors Span Roofing installed Esha Universal by mechanically
a short flight of stairs and exit the hall. The lift is key-operated to prevent misuse. more widely for housing construction, helping the UK achieve its targets fixing it to a plywood deck. The BaleHaus will be monitored for a year for
for reducing carbon emissions. insulating properties, humidity levels, air and water tightness and sound
A two-stop Prestige located near the school’s reception area means wheelchair users can reach classrooms on the first floor. It features a fire- Professor Peter Walker, Director of the Centre, who is leading the insulation qualities. Other partners on the research project, which is partly
rated door at the lower landing, which resists intense heat for up to one hour, and through entry configuration for swift, simple passage. research said: “The environmental impact of the construction industry funded by the Technology Strategy Board, include: Agrifibre Technologies,
is huge. For example, it is estimated that worldwide the manufacture of Lime Technology, Eurban, The Centre for Window & Cladding Technology
Both wheelchair lifts are market leading models. Prima is a compact model that does not require a pit. It can be relocated to a different site cement contributes up to ten per cent of all industrial carbon dioxide and Willmott Dixon.
if required. Prestige lifts 400kg up to 13,000mm. It comes in a variety of colours and finishes, enabling its seamless integration into any emissions. We are looking at a variety of low carbon building materials
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Seniors Support Balehaus@bath
One of the most exiting developments in today’s construction is the use
of Carbon negative materials - a building technique which goes way past
the carbon neutral approach. The BaleHaus at Bath University is fabricated
from an established straw panel system know as ModCell. The experimental
building, which has now been commissioned, is being rigorously tested
by the University to determine its suitability for our future construction
needs. The small building at Bath actually locks away almost 30 tonnes of
atmospheric CO2 - thats after the carbon used in its construction has been
taken into consideration.
Hybrid, Seniors aluminium timber composite system, has been chosen by
ModCell as the material of choice as its construction cycle closely matches
that of the ModCell ethic. A window system that is manufactured locally
meaning shorter delivery distances to site which save carbon costs. Add
this to the high insulation that can be achieved of down to 1.2 overall
window ‘U’ value, which can be achieved using Hybrid, and we can begin
to see why this window system is proving very popular with specifiers. The
BaleHaus@Bath was opened in November by Kevin McCloud who has taken
a great deal of interest in this style of construction since ModCell was used
on one of the Grand Designs programmes.

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Ardex Turns On The Style At Guess

ARDEX UK provided the ideal tile fixing
solution for the new GUESS store, which
recently opened on London’s trendy Regent
Street. A fast track tiling solution was
specified. Stylish, large format 1200mm x
600mm Porcelain floor tiles were fixed with
ARDEX X 78 S MICROTEC® Ultra Rapid Setting
Floor Tile Adhesive in grey. Specifically

Safe Crossgrip Flies High

designed to revolutionise fixing large format
floor tiles, ARDEX X 78 S has a unique
consistency which offers all the benefits of a
Curved Glass Canopies Complete
Stylish New Factory Facade
pourable adhesive without the disadvantages
Crossgrip safety matting has recently been of dripping. It is also possible to achieve
installed on the roofs of two buildings solid bed fixing without the need to butter
which both serve airports - The Heathrow/ the tile back whilst avoiding negatives such as unwanted mess or filling of grout joints. Additional
Windsor Marriott Hotel at Langley, near benefits mean that tiles can be walked on and grouted after just 90 minutes. For the perfect finish,
Slough, and at Manchester Airport. At ARDEX–FLEX FL Rapid Setting Flexible Grout, available in 32 colours, was used to fill the tile joints. Two curved glass canopies secured using SFS intec’s innovative canopy Mark Brown, managing director of MB Glass says, “We were appointed
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to the SFS intec system and our own special bracket, we were able to
roof of office building ‘4M’. It has been The new Prepared Factory building for Branston Ltd in Lincolnshire has deliver a very impressive looking result with no need for bulky canopy
refurbished with Crossgrip matting to been designed to incorporate a contemporary glazed main entrance attachments.”
provide safe walkways and to provide A Stannah ‘64-person Revamp’ Lifts Hospital Into 21st Century featuring curtain walling over which is a curved glass canopy spanning
access to the rooftop services. Here, the 2.6m. A second canopy of a similar size has been installed above the The SFS intec glass canopy system is available in three packages to
matting’s deeply etched open grid surface The Bristol branch of Stannah Lift Services Ltd has completed the staff entrance to the building. suit small, medium and large canopies making it easy to specify.
provides permanent high slip resistance. refurbishment of the two 32-person, traction-drive bed lifts in the Both glass canopies were installed by aluminium curtain walling Attachment is by proven SFS intec single-point glass retainers and tie
Near Heathrow Airport, the Windsor £39 million Terence Lewis building at Derriford Hospital, a large specialist MB Glass who were awarded the contract by main contractor rods mounted on the wall bracket with bolts and locking pins. The
Marriott Hotel has undergone a £5 million teaching hospital serving Plymouth and nearby areas in Devon Chalcroft Construction. MB Glass provided crucial design input at the pitch of the canopy can be adjusted +/- 5 degrees by rotating the tie
refurbishment. Here, the same matting and Cornwall. Bristol Stannah Lift Services Ltd was commissioned concept stage to ensure safe, secure canopies were achievable with rods.
has been installed by MPB Waterproofing. to give the two lifts a complete overhaul. From satin-stainless- slim, unobtrusive attachments to the structure.
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enough to cope with the impact of the of long-lasting performance within this challenging environment. canopies, each featuring three tie-bars to deliver a contemporary look.
stones’ sharp edges. Stannah Lift Services maintains, services, repairs, modernises On the curtain wall façade, this system was used in combination with
and refurbishes all types of lifts, stairlifts, escalators and moving MB Glass’s special bracket which attaches directly to the aluminium
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also other lift manufacturers’ equipment. The curve and angle of each canopy ensures that rainwater runs off at
the sides to keep the public area adequately sheltered. And by using
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