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4 [ EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS

New Degrees Of Excellence From Metal Technology

The new School of Veterinary Science at Surrey University, described as ‘iconic’ by Professor Christopher Proudman, features high rise curtain walling façade and door systems from Metal Technology.Located on the Manor Park Campus in Guildford, the Devereux Architects designed school comprises three complimentary and inter-related buildings totalling around 9000 square metres; an academic building, a veterinary clinical skills centre and a veterinary pathology facility.Metal Technology’s System 17 capped high rise curtain walling was central to creating the design aesthetic for the flagship development, providing a structure tailored to the desired look without compromise on performance and efficiency. The end result is a clear demonstration of System 17’s limitless flexibility in design applications. Considered a highly cost-effective, quality engineered glazing solution, System 17 complies with current British Standards and provides exceptional standards of structural integrity, weather performance and thermal enhancement.System 10 commercial doors from Metal Technology were also used to achieve an integrated finish. The system offers single or double–action pivot doors, in both standard and anti-finger trap forms. A fully rebated option with butt hinges in double or single door leaf options is also available. The £45 million School was officially opened by Her Majesty the Queen, accompanied by His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. For more information visit www.metaltechnology.com

Enquiry No 5

Crunch Fixture For RonaDeck Resin Bound Surfacing

Ronacrete Approved Contractor Route One Highways have installed approximately 2000 square metres of RonaDeck Resin Bound Surfacing in a Harvest Crunch aggregate blend to new student accommodation at Student Castle, Walmgate, York. The SuDS compliant permeable paving was laid to pedestrian and car parking areas. RonaDeck Resin Bound Surfacing provides a strong, durable and porous pavement, the porosity of the system allows water to drain to the base and ensures that paths are free from standing water. www.resin-bound-and-bonded-surfacing.ronacrete.co.uk

Enquiry No 3

ROCKFON® Acoustic Control Is Clearly Understood In Inverness

ROCKFON acoustic ceiling solutions are installed throughout Inverness College’s flagship campus. Visitors are welcomed in the atrium where glass panels allow natural light in next to wood slatted ceilings. Class A sound absorbent ROCKFON® Sonar® A is fitted behind the slats to provide the correct levels of acoustic absorption and attenuation. ROCKFON® Sonar® dB44 is installed in the video conferencing rooms to provide outstanding sound insulation and Class A sound absorption. ROCKFON® Artic™ ceilings are installed throughout the classrooms and circulation areas and ROCKFON® Hygienic A ceilings are fitted in the busy campus kitchen and canteens. www.rockfon.co.uk

Enquiry No 4

The Most Effective Insulation With A Contemporary Look

A rainscreen cladding system is considered to be the most effective solution for thermal insulation. But when designing a project, the final appearance is almost as important as technical issues. That is why CUPACLAD® was born: it combines the elegance of natural slate with a total protection against weather and moisture.CUPACLAD® is the perfect solution for external wall insulation, allowing you to improve the energy efficiency of the building while getting a contemporary natural style.The use of highly durable slate, new fixing systems and rainscreen cladding efficiency make CUPACLAD® one of the most sustainable alternative for cladding.www.cupapizarras.com/uk

Enquiry No 2

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http://www.rockfon.co.uk

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EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS [ 5

Contract Award Reached For 1st School Project In EFA’s Latest Batch For Surrey And KentThe Portakabin Group and the Education Funding Agency (EFA) have reached contract award on the first school in the Surrey and Kent batch of the Priority School Building Programme, in an agreement worth £5.6 million. The contract follows the Portakabin Group’s appointment as preferred bidder for seven infant and primary school schemes, which will be worth in the region of £28 million and delivered using a Yorkon off-site solution.

The first project is a new 480-place school for Pyrford Primary School in Woking which will be constructed and handed over in time for the start of the 2016/17 academic year. All seven projects in the Surrey and Kent batch have been identified by the EFA for delivery under the Priority School Building Programme, which addresses the needs of those schools in the worst condition across the country.

Designed by architects Surface to Air, the building for Pyrford Primary School will provide 16 classrooms for two forms of entry. The design of the two-storey modular scheme will significantly increase the external space and access for outdoor play and learning, and allow high levels of natural light to create a welcoming and bright internal environment for teaching in line with the EFA’s stringent requirements.

The project is a challenging redevelopment on a constrained, rural site immediately adjacent to the existing school. By using the largest Yorkon modules, the Portakabin Group will halve the number of units required for even greater efficiency. Each module will weigh up to 20 tonnes and will be craned into position from an adjacent cricket pitch in just seven days over the Easter school holidays to avoid any interruption to teaching.

Commenting on the project, Kathryn Krynicki, Head Teacher at Pyrford Primary School, said, “We are really excited that this building project is now a reality. Our existing 1960s school building is dilapidated and beyond repair.

The Portakabin Group has been brilliant and we have a strong relationship with the site team and lots of engagement so far. We are looking forward to seeing our new building being manufactured in the factory in York soon and we can’t wait to have the facilities up and running for the start of the new academic year.”

Simon Ambler, Director of the Portakabin Group added, “We are delighted to be able to demonstrate our ability to deliver high quality, affordable school buildings to faster programmes to the benefit of children’s education. The opportunity for off-site construction to help transform the learning environment for thousands of pupils and their teachers under the Priority School Building Programme is immense.”

As main contractor, the Portakabin Group will be responsible for all elements of this three-phase project including the off-site construction and fitting out of the main 2,318m2 school building, construction of a steel-framed multi-purpose hall, asbestos removal, demolition works, landscaping, and car parking. To minimise on-site work during school term time, the Yorkon modules will be pre-installed with a high performance concrete floor with excellent acoustic qualities and a robust, highly durable finish.

The project will involve detailed logistical planning for the cranage phase and the transfer of all furniture, books and legacy equipment from the old building to the new school in time for the start of the academic year. The original school building will then be removed by the Portakabin Group. An existing children’s centre and nursery on the site will remain in use throughout the redevelopment, further demonstrating the flexibility of off-site construction.For further information about Yorkon off-site building solutions from the Portakabin Group for primary and secondary education, call 0845 2000 123, email [email protected] or visit www.yorkon.info

Enquiry No 6

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Portakabin, the UK’s leading supplier of interim modular buildings, has successfully constructed and handed over a complete new 300-pupil interim primary school in Devon in less than four months.

Working in partnership with architects and project managers, Atkins, Portakabin provided more than 1,200sqm of primary teaching accommodation for the relocation of Dartington Primary School. The scheme will be in use for the next two years and was configured as 13 school buildings and three toilet blocks with disabled access. The project was delivered on time in a challenging timescale despite exceptionally high levels of rainfall during the programme, and the green field site immediately adjacent to the original school was highly constrained which made the building installation phase more complex.

The modular buildings have been configured to create a village feel and a welcoming environment for children with imaginative age and function-related play zones. Facilities include a kitchen fitted out with the school’s own equipment, a music room, library, pre-school nursery, 11 classrooms, and an administrative building for the staff room, head teacher’s office, general offices, sick bay, toilets and school reception.

Jill Mahon, Head Teacher at Dartington Primary School, said, “We are very happy with the buildings. The classrooms respond to the needs of the children and promote the flow of learning. The teaching areas have been configured in clusters to provide learning that is appropriate for each key stage and so that children can interact and learn from and with each other.”

“The classrooms are light, airy and calming with a friendly, positive feel. Everything on the new site works really well for our school and our style of learning. Other teaching professionals who have visited have also been very impressed.”

“Externally the layout of the buildings has been carefully designed so our children can learn outside the classrooms as well as inside. The whole interim school was constructed very easily and the area will be turned back into a field when we move to our permanent school. Parents really are amazed by the quality of the facilities and cannot believe these are interim buildings.”

Kevin Presland, Principal Architect and Project Manager at Atkins said, “Portakabin offered us the solution which would provide the least possible disruption to the school and I am pleased to report this has been successfully achieved and in a really ambitious timescale.”

“The buildings are flexible in their design and address the school’s specific requirements. We worked really well in partnership with the Portakabin team to find the optimum building solution and valued their fast and responsive approach to help us meet the urgent need for these facilities.”

The buildings arrived on site around 80 per cent fitted out, with partitions, plumbing and electrics pre-installed to reduce lead times. All internal fitting out was carried out by Portakabin and included provision of magnetic white boards for visual learning displays, access ramps, entrance canopies, and security and data communications.

The provision of high quality interim teaching accommodation allows schools and LEAs to react quickly to local needs and to provide alternative facilities for pupils when it is necessary for building projects to continue during term time. By providing classrooms of the very highest standards and with a design life of at least 60 years, buildings from Portakabin help to ensure that there is no compromise on the quality of the learning environment.

As at Dartington Primary School, the facilities can be configured and fitted out to the exact requirements of each individual school – as learning clusters, standalone teaching blocks and generously-sized, light, modern classrooms. The buildings can be linked to existing facilities; the floor area can be increased or reduced in line with local demographic needs, and the accommodation can remain in use for as long as needed.

For further information about interim education buildings for primary and secondary schools, visit www.portanews.co.uk, email [email protected] or call 0845 401 0010.

Enquiry No 7

Portakabin Delivers Complete Interim Primary School In Just 14 Weeks To The Amazement Of Parents

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Pop Up Power Supplies® Provides A Safe, Outdoor Power Supply To Chiswick House

As part of the restoration programme to Chiswick House, London, The Chiswick House and Gardens Trust were looking for a reliable, safe and secure outdoor power source to place within the gardens. These power units would power various outdoor activities, including seasonal events at the Burlington Pavilion.The Trust contacted Pop Up Power Supplies® with their requirements, and after an initial consultation their range of retractable service units were recommended. It was important to the Chiswick House and Gardens Trust that the units would not be a permanent impact on the beautiful aesthetics of the gardens, while being able to provide a safe source of electricity for their outdoor events they hold throughout the year.Pop Up Power Supplies® retractable service units were ideal for the needs of the Trust, as the 450kg units are buried out of site beneath the surface of the gardens when not in use. Then when there is an outdoor event within the gardens, the power units are simply raised up out of the ground by turning a handle.The pop up electric sockets provide either a 16A or 32A power supply in both single and three phase plug sockets, all with RCBO protection. The units specified at Chiswick House have a robust circular cover, which protects the units when they are fully retracted.The Chiswick House and Gardens Trust were pleased with the pop up power sockets provided by Pop Up Power Supplies® as they provided a safe, silent and secure outdoor power source. This was an important consideration as visitors constantly walk in-and-around the power units, so there is no danger posed from the power units. www.popuppower.co.uk

Enquiry No 10

Big Foot Systems Modernises Rooftop SupportBig Foot Systems has supplied bespoke support solutions for rooftop plant as part of a full rooftop refurbishment of a University building. The whole area needed to be reroofed and the mechanical services, from small AHUs and AC equipment to fans and ductwork, replaced. The existing plant was supported by concrete slabs on the roof, which were both heavy and unsuitable for modern roofs, since slabs can easily tear the roof membranes and cause leaks. Big Foot Systems provided a bespoke solution that would support all the plant, whilst being lightweight and non-penetrative. Since fume cupboard extracts were part of the M&E installation another consideration was selecting a support solution which offered stability without requiring rooftop wind protection which would hamper extraction. Big Foot Systems’ bespoke supports facilitated the rationalisation of the roof-mounted plant and equipment and future proofed the set-up as the plant is now easier to maintain and the supports are adaptable and can be added to in the future. For further information, email: [email protected] or telephone 01323 844355.

Enquiry No 9

The impressive new building for The Blavatnik School of Government in Oxford designed by architects Herzog & de Meuron and built by Laing O'Rourke features in the washroom area, Kemmlit’s Classic Cell floor to ceiling cubicles in black with stainless steel fittings and full height duct panels. The Classic Cell cubicle system with its straight profiled lines, 42mm thick smooth surfaced welted doors and sound reducing floor to ceiling dividing partitions is a design classic. Concealed edges and recessed leg supports produce an elegant yet functional cubicle and together with its robust construction ensures that the Classic Cell from Kemmlit is the perfect choice for most types of washroom applications. www.kemmlituk.com

Enquiry No 8

Black Classic Cell Gets The Vote For School Of Government In Oxford

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Advanced Protects Vital Data and Computing Assets At Cambridge University

ExGo suppression control panels from Advanced have been installed in a £20m, state-of-the-art data and high performance computing centre at the University of Cambridge that is working on some of the globe’s greatest challenges. ExGo, Advanced’s ultra-dependable extinguishant release system, was configured and installed by Advanced customer Advanced Fire Solutions Ltd. The suppression control system installed in the building comprises four ExGo panels with mode select key switch assemblies. ExGo has been developed specifically for sensitive and strategic assets such as server rooms, historic and cultural attractions and control rooms. It has been installed in high-profile buildings across the globe, including the Magna Carta vault at Lincoln Castle, Romanian National Library and strategic oil pipelines in Sudan. ExGo is suitable for almost all single-flooding area applications and includes a range of control options and devices. It is approved to EN54 parts 2, 4 and 13 and EN12094-1 and is among the first systems to combine these with EN12094 Part 3 in a single solution. EN12094-3 relates to the integrated manual release on the front of the panel. ExGo can be integrated into Advanced’s Axis and MxPro fire panels, or any third party fire system. Robin Kemp, Advanced sales manager for the South East region, commented: “The West Cambridge Data Centre is a strategically vital part of the University of Cambridge’s infrastructure and essential to its operations and those of its many international stakeholders. We are delighted to be part of it.” Advanced is a world leader in the development and manufacture of intelligent fire systems. The legendary performance, quality and ease-of-use of its products sees Advanced specified in locations all over the world, from single panel installations to large multi-site networks. Advanced’s products include complete fire detection systems, multi-protocol fire panels, extinguishing control, fire paging and false alarm management systems. More details can be found on the website at www.advancedco.com

Enquiry No 12

Harrow School Has IAAF-Standard Running Track

The re-built athletics facilities at Harrow School included an IAAF-standard running track, facilities for long jump, high jump, discus and all the main athletics events, plus a water jump for the steeplechase and an area for the pole vault event – a relatively rare feature in UK school athletics facilities.Hauraton SPORTFIX components installed at the Harrow School sports complex include; drainage channels around the edge of the running track, sand traps and soft kerb edging around the long jump pit and a water jump kit on the steeplechase track.At any time in the UK, rain can stop play and on tennis hard courts the build-up of water can take some time to run away if attention has not been paid to the surface water drainage requirement. At Harrow School tennis courts this is not a problem as

a discreet drainage channel run located just below the net efficiently drains away any excess rainwater. Over the years Hauraton have built up a fund of knowledge, second to none, of how to drain sports areas be they soccer grounds, athletic tracks or tennis courts.Other components in the SPORTFIX range include; Electrical distribution shafts, Service channels for cable management, pitch dish edging components and drainage channels specifically designed for artificial turf pitches. For Case Studies go to www.drainage-projects.co.uk For details of Hauraton SPORTFIX components go to www.hauraton.co.uk

Enquiry No 11

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Altro Total Solution Helps Transform Newcastle LandmarkAn extensive package of Altro flooring and wall cladding products has been used top to bottom in the £18 million refurbishment of one of Newcastle’s most striking landmarks — the 11-storey Parsons Tower, which is part of Newcastle College.

The refurbishment project was the brainchild of Redbox Design Group in Gateshead. Associate Sean Gallagher explains how specifying the right flooring and walling products for the new-look Parsons Tower was a vital part of the project.

“Parsons Tower is a physical beacon for Newcastle and the college, and therefore it had to satisfy a broad range of strict criteria both internally and externally,” Sean says. “We chose Altro flooring and wall cladding for the building for a number of reasons; we know Altro products very well, they are reliable, durable, superb quality and very cost effective against their competitors. More specifically, Altro has products that tick all the boxes in terms of health and safety, hygiene and colour choice. In addition, their infrastructure is excellent, which means they offer a complete package of guidance and support throughout the duration of the project.”

Sean continues: “Our aim was to select Altro flooring and wall cladding that would complement the internal colour scheme and design, while also meeting health and hygiene needs. “For example, probably the most striking area of the tower is behind the refectory servery, where we specified vivid green Altro Whiterock ChameleonTM hygienic wall cladding. This was intended to be an eye-catching statement colour, but also a very practical, easy-to-clean solution for a food preparation area.”

“We also chose Altro Wood SafetyTM flooring as an inlay into Altro WalkwayTM 20 safety flooring for the refectory,” adds Sean. “This created a wayfinding effect that was key to the ‘circulation’ theme we integrated into the entire building.” The flooring features Altro Easyclean Maxis PUR Technology for long term cleanability and easier maintenance.

Sean adds: “The colours we chose for floors and walls were mostly subtle, such as muted greys, but the crèche was the one area where we created a blue colour scheme. Here we specified Altro Walkway 20, Altro SupremaTM and Altro Unity TM 25 safety flooring, in colours to match the theme.”

Elsewhere, Sean specified Altro Suprema for the retail area, corridors, stairs, toilets and hospital ward; Altro Wood Safety in the breakout area on the top floor; Altro Designer TM 25 safety flooring for the refectory back of house; Altro Unity 25 for the laboratories; Altro StrongholdTM 30 safety flooring and Altro Whiterock hygienic wall cladding for the kitchen; Altro Walkway 20 for the refectory storage area; and a Altro Walkway SD - a product laid with anti-static adhesive — for the IT suite.

Design-led Altro Suprema has been developed in consultation with colour consultants, architects and end users to reflect design requirements and interior trends. Altro Designer 25 is engineered with quartz, silicon carbide and aluminium trioxide for long-term durability and slip resistance, making it great for heavy duty environments with moveable or wheeled furniture.

Altro Walkway 20 is a hugely popular, hard-wearing, 2mm safety flooring which provides lifelong slip and abrasion resistance. Altro Unity 25 can be specified where long-lasting slip resistance and stain resistance are essential in heavy traffic areas. Ideal for commercial kitchens, canteens, and food service and preparation areas, Altro Stronghold 30 achieves Altro’s highest rating for slip resistance and is designed to minimise risk in wet and greasy conditions for the lifetime of the flooring.

As well as helping to keep staff safe from slips, it also helps reduce their fatigue, thanks to its 3mm thickness, which provides noise reduction and comfort underfoot. www.altro.co.uk

Enquiry No 13

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Physics Students Go Round

The G.O. Jones (Physics) Building at Queen Mary University, London, has recently benefitted from a £5.5m refurbishment, creating more efficient facilities throughout. Smoothly allowing access for students and staff, a new all-glass revolving automatic entrance from TORMAX creates a contemporary focus to the upgraded façade. To one side, an automatic swing-door allows easy access for less able users. Due to restricted space the door is powered using the unique TORMAX iMotion 1401 operator which is concealed in a unit under the floor.Queen Mary University has invested over £250m over the last 15 years, considerably improving its entire estate and ensuring that it continues to attract as many as 15,000 students at any one time.Architects, Molyneux Kerr were responsible for project managing this refurbishment of the School of Physics and Astronomy, taking the scheme from inception to completion. The work was carried out over a thirty-six week period and included the development of academic and shared offices, as well as a variety of specialist laboratories. TORMAX was contracted by Hutton Construction, to design and install a four-wing automatic revolving door system to the main entrance, as well as a swing pass-door to one side.Tested in prestigious buildings worldwide, the door is powered by a high torque TORMAX Universal 5201 door operator. Capable of delivering unparalleled reliability, a self-monitoring function allows optimum performance to be maintained at all times, automatic adjusting movement in response to factors such as wind resistance or a build-up of dirt for example. The door leaves themselves are fitted with advanced sensor controls to ensure precision movement in response to pedestrian footfall, as well as user safety. Contributing to a lower carbon footprint, a revolving entrance offers an excellent barrier to heat loss from the building. This in turn cuts heating bills and helps maintain the ambient temperature in the entrance area. www.tormax.co.uk

Enquiry No 15

College Specifies Style-Ish Acoustic Partiton For Auditorium

Successfully allowing Wyvern College’s main hall to be quickly divided into two separate spaces, Style has installed a DORMA Variflex sliding moveable wall system to provide a 55dB acoustics partition. One side of the auditorium is used as lecture theatre whilst the other side features a drama stage. The excellent acoustic performance of the Variflex partition allows different events to run concurrently, with minimal noise interference. Increasing usage and flexibility, the entire area can be opened out for much larger learning experiences and events.Wyvern College is a small, friendly and successful Voluntary Aided, Church of England secondary school for boys in the wonderful location of Laverstock, near Salisbury. Working with architect, Jestico and Whiles, and main contractor, Kier, Style was specified to install a moveable partitioning wall to divide the college’s main auditorium and theatre. When in position, one side of the panels are matt black giving an excellent backdrop for the stage, whilst

on the auditorium side, a white finish perfectly complements the blue surrounding fixed walls. If a large, open space is required, the panels slide easily back and are parked unobtrusively. Style is the sole UK distributor for DORMA’s Variflex moveable partition. Increasingly popular, it is one of the most flexible systems on the market today and can be adapted for use in almost any location, even if complicated room proportions, such as sloping ceilings or circular spaces, must be accommodated. A Variflex moveable wall can even reach up to a staggering 14.5m. Another advantage of the Variflex system is that the panels are manufactured separately to the frame. This means that if a single panel should become damaged, it can easily be fixed without having to replace the entire operable wall. With so many available options for finishes, from genuine wood veneers through to contemporary high gloss laminate, it can also be cost-effective to change the panels if the interior décor of the room is updated at some stage in the future. www.style-partitions.co.uk

Enquiry No 14

http://www.style-partitions.co.uk

http://www.tormax.co.uk



Silent Students

Interiors which can generate the most unacceptable noise and echoes are most likely to be those where young people gather for work, play and socialising, such as schools, leisure centres and swimming pools. Fortunately, there now exists a high performance solution which many architects specify in the form of Troldtekt acoustic panels which not only reduce reverberation but are also aesthetically pleasing. This solution has been used for Danish Social and Healthcare College which has relocated to the Aarhus suburb of Skejby. The new 13,000sqm building has been designed by Cubo architects to create a great sense of student community. It is intended to be a town within a town arranged around a central hub, the natural place for students to gather and access all the various levels and departments. In particular, the ‘sitting stairs’ and galleried walkways offer good views of life in the complex while emphasising interest and human scale.Here, natural wood Troldtekt panels with a fine structure have been installed throughout the College to ensure good acoustics in the open and high ceilinged rooms while creating a particularly attractive and warm atmosphere. Danish manufactured Troldtekt acoustic tiles are specified throughout the UK and Europe and can be delivered as either FSC or PEFC certified panels. They are manufactured using 100% natural wood fibres and their benefits are high sound absorption, high durability, natural breathability, low cost life cycle performance and sustainability. They are used to improve acoustics in many different projects, such as schools, leisure centres, pools, commercial and public buildings. www.troldtekt.co.uk

Enquiry No 17

Commercial Office Conversion For Brighton Campus Features Marmox Tektalan Board Installation

Close to a thousand square metres of Tektalan boards, manufactured by Heraklith and supplied by Marmox UK, have been consumed in the conversion of former American Express premises into a major new media centre for the University of Brighton. The panels were specified to improve the thermal and acoustic performance, as well as the appearance of several soffit areas within the buildings. These included the underside of two structural concrete floors and an entrance canopy. Within these spaces they help cut reverberation and present a smart, textured surface. Tektalan represents a hybrid combination of Marmox Heraklith Woodwool boards with rock mineral wool, which enhances the

product’s already impressive performance characteristics.The woodwool element provides the strength and rigidity together with the unique appearance and sound absorption. Then the layer of rock mineral wool offers additional thermal and acoustic insulation while also being considered inherently non-combustible. In addition to an A2 fire classification, the boards feature an interlocking joint to raise the fire resistance to a two-hour period. Importantly the combination of rock mineral wool and woodwool remains vapour permeable. It is also recommend that an air gap is maintained behind the boards, which are easily fixed, in order to achieve sound absorption values above 0.9 uW. The Tektalan boards were supplied in the standard 600 x 1200mm size and painted a dark grey colour to conform to the architect’s design brief. 1112 panels were 85mm thick while the remaining 230 were 155mm thick. www.marmox.co.uk

Enquiry No 16

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http://www.troldtekt.co.uk


12 [ LEISURE BUILDINGS

Shackerley Cladding Adds ‘Civic Quality’ To Consett DevelopmentShackerley has supplied over 900m2 of SureClad® ceramic granite ventilated façade cladding for Consett Academy and the adjoining Consett Leisure Centre, providing premium quality external finishes for this £44 million regeneration project.

Whilst the new facilities have been constructed as a single building, ceramic granite in different colourways and surface textures has helped to give each part of the development its own clear identity.

For Consett Academy, Seymour Harris, architects for the main contractor Carillion, specified multi-format polished and unpolished black façade panels from one of Shackerley’s most popular ceramic granite ranges. Installed in a ‘broken bonded’ configuration, the cladding forms a key design element of the main frontage.

“Using premium black materials normally associated with the high end commercial sector underlines the message that the academy is a place of work and that learning leads towards a bigger world,“ commented Seymour Harris Director, Tim Johnson.

To differentiate the leisure centre, the architects specified SureClad® ceramic granite façades in a much lighter stone colourway, with contrasting black detailing at the main entrance.

“The SureClad® system gave us the design flexibility we needed,” said Tim. ”It allowed us to manipulate the façade coursing to employ both matt and polished layers of different heights and to interface effectively with entrance features and glazing elements”.

He concluded: “Shackerley’s ceramic granite gave us everything we were looking for... excellent clean lines, stunning appearance of quality, robustness with long term low maintenance. The choice available also meant that we were able to reflect very effectively the natural local materials and strata and outcrops of the surrounding landscape in our designs, whilst maintaining the civic quality demanded and continuity of detailing”.

For further details please contact Shackerley on 0800 783 0391 or visit www.shackerley.com

Enquiry No 18

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Sika Sarnafil Solution Creates Luxury Communal Gardens For ResidentsA stone’s throw from South Bank, BREEAM certified London Square development, Bermondsey Village, is located at the corner of Lamb Walk and Morocco Street. A mixed-use new build, the scheme provides luxury apartments with a communal garden area and balconies, which required a clever roofing solution from Sika Sarnafil, Sky Garden and Contour Roofing.

The design of the building reflects the eclectic and exciting architectural context of the surrounding area. The modern style of the apartments required a roofing solution that would look stunning and offer high performance. At one time, a roof was once seen only as a means of protecting a building from the elements, but now it is increasingly being seen as a valuable space that can be utilised. The client needed a biodiverse, sustainable communal garden and roof as part of the project.

The project was split into three parts – the accessible green roof for residents on the first floor, then the green roof and brown roof at a higher level. These were chosen for their aesthetic values (as they could be seen from surrounding buildings) and to assist with the disposal of rainwater.

The project was originally specified in hot melt. However, this product specification wasn’t possible, as it wouldn’t give the desired aesthetic finish required by the client and architect. The client wanted an ‘all singing, all dancing’ solution that would deliver superior performance and a flawless finish, in line with the luxury flats.

Jonathan Woods, Contour Roofing, suggested using Sika products, as the roofing project was complex and expansive, requiring expert advice and planning. He explained that Sika give the best for support to both contractor and client, and would be the ideal option. It was a challenge to change the specification at a late stage, but Contour, working in close partnership with Sika, provided a solution that met, and exceeded, the client’s expectations.

Work was done to cover the main roof, balconies and podium over a car park using a full warm ballasted system with Sarnafil G410-18EL Light Grey as the main roof sheet and Sarnafil G410-15EL Light Grey and S327-15EL Light Grey for the flashings. The design of the communal gardens was intricate and detailed, especially around roof lights, podium and upstands. Sikalastic Liquid Applied Membrane was used on some of the detail areas and the balconies,

demonstrating the great compatibility between Sika’s various roofing products. All work was finished to an extremely high standard, as was the aesthetic requirement of the client, achieving a 20 year guarantee from Sika.

Sky Garden, the UK’s leading independent specialist company for green roofs and podium landscaping, worked with Contour and Sika, providing expert advice on biodiverse habitat creation and living roof design. Sky Garden provided technical support and information for the hard and soft podium landscaping, biodiverse habitat creation and green roof requirements, to ensure the systems met all BREEAM ‘Very Good’ certification, planning and client requirements for the project.

As a residential development, it was imperative for Sky Garden and Contour to complete the podium works to a very high standard so that new home-owners could move in to a welcoming ‘green’ environment, complete with amenity areas, communal seating, lawns, timber pergolas and established planting. Sky Garden worked closely throughout the project with partners at Contour Roofing, Sika and London Square, to ensure that the challenges of strict budget, tight programme and mid-London site with restricted access were all met successfully.

All work was completed in early 2015 and independently tested by Thornton Consulting to make sure it was of the highest quality, passing with flying colours.

James Ansell, Development Manager at London Square, said: “We were really impressed with the finish on the Bermondsey Village building. The work that Contour did was of the highest quality and were very happy with how everyone worked together to deliver a high performance solution. The Sika Sarnafil solution looked visually stunning and we were particularly assured by the level of guarantees offered by Sika across the whole roof, as this gives us piece of mind for the future. We are now working with Contour on a number of projects going forward.”

For more information on Sika Sarnafil’s products and services, call 01707 394444, email [email protected] or visit www.sarnafil.co.uk.

Enquiry No 19

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Living Walls For Health And Well-Being

Biophilia, the innate human attraction to nature, is a concept that has been recognized for several decades by the scientific and design communities, and intuitively for hundreds of years by the population at large. Biophilic design has often been regarded as a luxury for property owners who want the best possible workplace for their employees, or who want to showcase their efforts to be more environmentally responsible. In reality, improving well-being through biophilia can impact productivity costs and the bottom line.Integrating nature into the built environment is not just a luxury but above all a sound economic investment in the health and productivity of people. Biophilic design reduces stress, increases cognitive function and creativity, improves well-being and speeds up the healing of diseases. These are benefits which are required more and more amidst our increasing urbanisation and can prevent economic losses running into billions in the face of increasing work demands. Living walls are the perfect antidote to incorporating nature into the healthcare environment, supporting biophilic design and bringing nature direct to patients and staff alike, what would the economic impact be on the NHS if we incorporated these features into our hospitals? How much quicker would patients be discharged? How much less stress would employees experience? How much better would the users of healthcare buildings feel? The power and input that nature can unleash is and remains unique. www.scotscapelivingwalls.net

Enquiry No 21

Pendock’s Columns Take Off At The O2

The Hub, which was formed in 2005 as a Specialist Fit-out Contractor to the Museums & Heritage Sector and has since built an enviable reputation within the industry, has specified decorative column casings from Pendock for its latest project carried out in Greenwich’s most prominent landmark. Virgin Atlantic Airways and Delta Air Lines, the official airline partners of The O2, launched the glamorous NY-LON Lounge Bar during the summer. The stunning aviation inspired 6,000-square foot space features two round and two square columns supplied by UK-based specialist, Pendock. The decorative, stainless steel 304 columns feature a mirror finish outer skin, with a 6mm protective acoustic layer. The Pendock range of metal casings is supplied as a complete system: including an integral carrier arrangement, joint infills and mullions.

Each floor to ceiling casing produced for the NY-LON Lounge stands 2850mm tall; two with a diameter of 700mm and two 550mm square. The visual impact is very much in keeping with the aviation theme of the new lounge bar, which honours the airlines’ important New York – London route. The luxury, ultra-modern décor is mainly fitted out in warm browns and tans while the columns reflect the muted light and furnishings to great effect, mimicking the curves created in the walls and by the lighting. www.pendock.co.uk

Enquiry No 20

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Future Energy Solutions (FES), the leading energy performance solutions provider, has announced the successful completion of a major light emitting diode (LED) lighting installation for Spire Healthcare. The 38-site project was finished on time and within budget, and Spire Healthcare is now able to significantly reduce its energy spend while enjoying excellent levels of illumination in its external car parking areas.

One of the UK’s biggest private healthcare groups, Spire Healthcare was formed in 2007 through the buy-out of 25 BUPA hospitals by the private equity firm, Cinven. Now with a network of 38 private hospitals, the organisation undertakes a wide variety of activities and offers a full range of integrated surgical, medical and diagnostic services.

The company recognised the need to reduce its lighting related energy spend, while maintaining good levels of illumination for the benefit of staff, patients and visitors. After a competitive tender where participants gave their recommendations, the contract was awarded to FES, which is now one of the world’s leading energy performance solutions providers and has an unrivalled level of experience in a diverse range of vertical sectors.

The project began in June 2014 and was completed in two phases – the first comprising 21 of the largest energy consuming sites – and FES replaced 1,184 fittings in total. The new LED luminaires have achieved in excess of 73 per cent energy savings, while also providing 25 per cent better light output. Furthermore, they have an enhanced rated life of up

to 20 times better than the previous luminaires in some cases.

‘Spire Healthcare will save just under £800,000 over a 10-year period,’ explained Marcus Brodin, Commercial Director at FES. ‘This figure includes over £564,000 in energy savings, over £188,000 in maintenance costs and £43,000 in environmental tax savings related to the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme. With an overall energy usage reduction in excess of 428,000kWh, the effect on the environment will also be significant too, with carbon dioxide (CO2), mono-nitrogen oxide and sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions all drastically lowered.’

The previous infrastructure comprised over 44 different luminaire types, ranging from small 50W bulkhead fittings to large 1000W floodlights, all of various ages and conditions. In order to deliver a degree of uniformity FES installed five core LED replacement luminaires from the Thorlux lighting range – the Corn Lamp, Flood, Wallpack, 1500mm LED Luminaire and Globe.

‘We take corporate social responsibility (CSR) very seriously and our new LED lighting infrastructure will make a massive contribution to the company’s overall objectives in this area,’ concluded Nigel Sharp, National Estates Director at Spire Healthcare. ‘The results from the first phase of the installation exceeded all expectations, so rolling the technology out across the rest of the estate was an easy decision to make. We are delighted with the work that FES has carried out and I was particularly impressed by the professional, flexible and “can do” attitude that the company displayed throughout the project. We are currently looking to introduce LED lighting into other areas of the sites and I hope that we can work together again and achieve similarly impressive results.’ www.feslighting.com

Enquiry No 22

Future Energy Solutions Achieves Substantial Energy Savings For Spire Healthcare

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Toshiba TEC Provides The Perfect Prescription For Chesterfield Royal HospitalWhen Chesterfield Royal Hospital needed to improve the way in which it processed prescriptions for patients, it turned to a state-of-the-art mobile printing solution from Toshiba TEC.

Providing a full range of acute services, as well as 24-hour accident and emergency care and specialist children’s services, to people across north-east Derbyshire, Chesterfield Royal Hospital aims to be a first class district general hospital (DGH) – the model for what a DGH can be in the service of its community. With 3,500 staff delivering high quality clinical care across 19 wards and 569 general and acute beds, work also recently started on the new £9m Chesterfield Royal Macmillan Cancer Centre, built in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, which will bring all cancer services under one roof and is due to be opened by the end of 2016.

Best practice - In order to fulfil its objective of continual improvement, Chesterfield Royal Hospital wanted to address how it could be more responsive and improve the management of medicines at the bedside.

Martin Shepherd, Chesterfield Royal Hospital’s Chief Pharmacist, explains, ‘Even though we had fixed location hardwired printers on the wards, labelling of patients medicines for use during admission and day discharge could be a laborious and time consuming process. As hardwired printers can only be in one place at a time, staff had to constantly go backwards and forwards to where they were located. The problem was compounded by the fact that we didn't have enough printers and staff would sometimes have to queue up to use them during busy periods.’

Shepherd wanted a more flexible printing system to address this issue, so that patient’s medicines could be safely and appropriately labelled and ready to use in as little time as possible. In order to find out what could be done, he asked Toshiba TEC for its advice and after carrying out a comprehensive audit to understand the functionality required, it was agreed that the company’s Toshiba B-EP2 portable handheld printers would tick all the boxes.

On the move - Perfect for a use as part of a mobile pharmacy, the compact and stylish two-inch Toshiba B-EP2 is the ultimate in wireless functionality and reliability on the move. Allowing medication to be administered at the bedside, it quickly produces high quality, accurate labels, with the flexibility of many different label sizes. This means that the patient experience is vastly improved and hospital beds can be freed up faster.

Becky Viccars, Marketing Manager at Toshiba TEC, says, ‘We understand the pressure healthcare organisations are under to manage costs and improve efficiencies, with customer care as the primary objective. Designed for easy

integration into existing systems, the Toshiba B-EP2 is already widely used in a diverse range of applications throughout the healthcare sector, with proven operational benefits.’

Interoperability was an important consideration for Chesterfield Royal Hospital, which needed a solution that could be easily linked to its already installed JAC system. JAC provides a single integrated medicines management solution consisting of pharmacy stock control, e-prescribing and medicines administration. Martin Shepherd comments, ‘All of our systems need to work in harmony and the Toshiba B-EP2 is one of the only devices that is able to work reliably with JAC.’

The advantages of the Toshiba B-EP2 don't end there – the clear backlit LCD screen is powered by a high endurance lithium-ion battery technology to ensure many hours of operation. In busy environments like Chesterfield Royal Hospital, ruggedness is vital for portable handheld products, as they are carried around on the wards all day, so the devices come with in-built rubber corners that can easily withstand being dropped from heights up to 1.8m.

Benefit check - No-one likes to spend any more time in hospital than they have to, so as well as allowing staff to spend their time more effectively, the B-EP2’s also have benefits for patients by improving access to their medicines and facilitating a faster discharge process. This new decentralised service has improved responsiveness and decision making, allowing faster processing without compromising patient safety. The hospital’s 4 B-EP2’s are currently used across two, of the hospital’s largest specialities, and allocated wherever demand is highest, therefore increasing flexibility and utilising limited staff resource more effectively. The plan is to rollout more B-EP2’s across other wards in due course.

Martin Shepherd is delighted with the impact that the introduction of the B-EP2’s has made and concludes, ‘Delivering sustainable high quality clinical care, offering an exceptional experience for our patients and creating a great place for our staff to work are amongst our key objectives as an organisation. Any technology that can help us achieve a better level of service is welcomed by us and the Toshiba TEC B-EP2 fits firmly in this category.’

Further information is available from Becky Viccars at Toshiba TEC by calling 0843 2244 944, emailing [email protected] or by vising the website on www.toshibatec.co.uk

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CMS Window Systems Appointed On New £270M Dumfries Hospital DevelopmentCMS Window Systems has won a comprehensive building envelope contract valued circa £5 million to manufacture and install Kawneer curtain walling for the prestigious new 350-bed Dumfries & Galloway Hospital.

Appointed by main contractor Laing O’Rourke and working to a design by Ryder Architecture, CMS will manufacture Kawneer AA100 curtain walling for the main hospital building plus its three annexes, incorporating Kawneer AA720 system doors and a mix of pivot and casement windows.

High performance sealed units manufactured by GLASSOLUTIONS will combine with the Kawneer aluminium systems to blend superb aesthetics with thermal and acoustic insulation, plus reliable solar control. Key to achieving this is the specification of COOL-LITE SKN 165 by Saint-Gobain Glass.

CMS will also install around 500 sealed units featuring integral blinds, which represent an ideal solution for privacy in hospitals where cleanliness is vital but long term maintenance is a key consideration. The company has partnered with integral blinds specialist Morley Glass & Glazing who will supply the sealed units complete with Pellini interstitial blinds.

Wards will be created on a 28 single room model, all of which will have en-suite facilities. This will provide improved privacy, dignity and confidentiality for patients, whilst reducing the risk of cross infection.

The district hospital, which is being developed by the High Wood Health consortium in collaboration with NHS Dumfries and Galloway, will provide an extensive range of facilities consistent with four other healthcare projects being procured under the Scottish Government’s non-profit distributing (NPD) model.

It will provide patients with a brand new emergency care department, a combined theatre complex for day surgery, endoscopy and surgical patients, and consolidated ambulatory care. Additional staff residences, a heli-pad and 980 parking spaces will complete the complex which is due for completion late 2017. www.cmswindows.com

Enquiry No 24

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A relatively simple concept, a unitised facade installation consists of individually glazed, aluminium framed, complete unitised elements being delivered and assembled on site. Each unit is complete and, once in place, seals effectively to its unitised neighbour and offers a complete weathered installation. The unitised solution often shortens the time required to complete the building envelope and can save weeks on a building programme.

Many of the very large facade companies in the UK and Europe specialise in unitised systems, but due to the nature of fabrication and logistics, will not consider projects under a certain value. These companies often hold the designs to the profiles and initiate weather testing on a ‘per project’ basis. For small to medium sized buildings in the UK we have therefore normally resorted to ‘stick’ curtain wall systems which are relatively easy to produce in a well equipped aluminium fabrication shop. Whilst these systems can be cost effective, they can take time to complete on site, often

relying on wet sealing solutions in their construction so program progress can be slow in damp conditions, which is not ideal given the uncertainty of the British weather.

The most competitive stick systems comprise of 50mm mullion and transom sight lines which suit most construction requirement, but care is needed when calculating for allowable thermal and building movement. Unitised systems are complete facade elements which span from floor to floor and are often in standard module widths that allow for greater movement around their unitised perimeters than that of their stick system counterparts.

In today’s construction market, filling the supply gap between the huge facade contractors and the smaller to medium sized facade contractors are the aluminium ‘systems’ companies. These systems companies supply ‘off the shelf’ profiles complete with hardware solutions to the experienced fabricator and installation

The choice of curtain wall construction for many years has been limited to the traditional ‘stick’ form of construction. Aluminium mullion and transom profiles prepared in the factory are assembled and fixed onto the building in a grid formation and later glazed on site with, or without, pressure plates. These systems offer an excellent solution for small or large areas of glazed facades - so why choose a unitised facade solution?

Article By: Wojciech Brozyna - MD aluprof uK

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contractors. The systems are manufactured to strict guidelines, often laid down in a comprehensive technical manual, and once installed, perform to extensive weathering capabilities. Until a decade or so ago, no systems companies provided such unitised solutions.

Windows, doors and stick curtain wall systems can easily be produced on a typical fabrication line, as the completed products are of reasonable size which can be manually handled and easily delivered. Unitised construction requires a significant investment in new plant and machinery, as well as experience in manufacture, logistics and installation.

Manufacturing often requires a new production line with mechanical lifting equipment. Unitised systems are factory glazed and elements are typically up to 3.0m in height and 1.2m or more in width which weigh upward of 150kg once glazed. It is this fully glazed fabrication requirement for unitised construction which is not normally considered in a typical aluminium fabrication shop.

Logistics are also much different to normal commercial aluminium work. Whilst stick curtain wall systems, unglazed windows and doors can easily be packaged and loaded onto a flat bed lorry for transport, unitised modules are usually placed in racks which are either lifted off in their entirety on site, or when possible, unitised elements can be lifted off individually and installed direct from the delivery vehicle. As unitised elements take up little space and can be installed quickly, they are ideal for where site access is very tight and storage limited.

Where racks of complete elements are loaded to the floor where they are being installed, special plant is used for installation. These specialised machines pick up units from the rack, take them beyond the floor edge, turns the unit vertical and places it upon the fixing brackets, where the unit aligns with the edge seals of adjacent units.

Scaffolding is not required when the glazed facade is constructed of unitised elements. No applied ‘wet’ sealing is required on installation, so units can be installed in inclement weather, the only issue that does require monitoring is that of high winds. Being able to install without scaffolding and in damp weather ensures that the building envelope is watertight in the shortest space of time and importantly, to programme.This leads us onto the third crucial element of unitised facade installation, that of setting out. A unitised element sits on two brackets fixed to the building structure, these brackets need to be set out accurately

around the building on all floors prior to any units being delivered on site. Between the units there is a least two structural seals which link units together on all sides allowing for building and thermal movement whilst creating excellent weathertight and good thermal insulation properties.

As unitised systems are manufactured off site in a controlled environment, it is often claimed that such fabrication is conducted to a much higher standard. Due to the more specialist manufacture, logistics and installation, unitised systems are more expensive than traditional stick construction. Given that scaffolding is not required, the additional costs can be completely offset but with the added benefit of up to 50% reduction in time to install on site.

As one of Europe’s leading systems companies, Aluprof’s MB-SE75 competitively priced unitised curtain wall system has been extensively tested and used on many European and Worldwide projects. Projects in London are also under installation at this time. Our philosophy is one of bespoke design when in consultation with specifiers. Project details and solutions can be developed by our technical department in the UK before the project goes to tender to ensure that construction details are both robust and covered by Aluprof’s warranty.

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

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Noise. Whether it’s the neighbours upstairs having a party at 5 am (complete with herd of elephants) or a jet aircraft coming into land – with you directly underneath the flight-path. How we perceive noise is personal and subjective.

A person on a bus may be enjoying their music, but the noise leaking from his or her earphones can be deeply irritating to everyone else.

Nor does it have to be a loud noise. For example, a gently-ticking bedside clock may lull some people off to sleep; for others, it’s an irritant guaranteed to keep them awake. In the UK, noise is defined as being “a sound, especially one that is loud or unpleasant or that causes disturbance.”

In the USA, it’s defined as “unwanted or disturbing sound.” Sound becomes noise when it either interferes with normal activities such as sleeping, conversation, or disrupts one’s quality of life. Unwanted noise probably affects most of us every day, and adversely affects the lives of millions of people.

Usually, it’s just annoying. However, it can be more than just an irritant. Research has demonstrated a link between noise and health problems, including stress related illnesses, high blood pressure, and sleep disruption. Lack of sleep from noise pollution may also have an unexpected impact on our waistlines. Research in Sweden and published in the British Medical Journal suggests that disrupted sleep makes people less willing to exercise, and more likely to put on weight.

In 1990, about thirty million people in the USA were exposed on a daily basis to occupational noise levels above 85 decibels – a harmful threshold. That compares with just over 9 million people in 1981 – and has, no doubt, further increased. In the developed world, according to the World Health Organisation (2001), as many as 15% of the working population are exposed to sound in excess of 85 decibels.

Worryingly, more than five million children in the USA, aged between six and nineteen, suffer from noise-induced hearing impairment (Havas 2006). In the UK, exposure to noise has impaired children’s reading comprehension (Clark and Stansfeld 2005).

In the workplace, noise pollution has an impact on staff morale, efficiency and productivity. A 2013 study by the University of Sydney found that a lack of sound privacy was the biggest drain on employee morale. Prosaically, we perceive noise either physiologically or psychologically – the former being when we simply hear the noise, the latter when we take the trouble to listen to the noise.

It’s the difference between listening to our own music and being forced to listen to someone else’s. In the UK, more than 422,000 noise complaints were received by local authorities during 2013-2014. That’s a lot of noise, and a lot of complaints. There are, of course, a number of ways in which sound can be reduced – from better office layout to sound-proofing, and providing a workplace free of unacceptable noise intrusion is a legislative requirement.

Often overlooked, one sound-proofing material is glass – either for external glazing or as internal screens, and which can reduce noise levels dramatically. Glass controls noise by reflecting the noise back towards its source, and absorbing noise energy within the glass. Noise pollution can come in a variety of low, medium or high frequency sounds.

Higher pitched sound, carried by short sound waves, are easier to absorb. Noise at lower frequencies, for example traffic noise, is less easy to deal with. It’s therefore important to choose the correct acoustic glazing type, to best deal with the frequency or pitch of the noise to be absorbed – as well as the level of decibels to be reduced.

Sound insulation within a glazing system is achieved by building in cavity space between panes of glass, using thicker glass, using an efficient insulating window frame or utilising specially laminated acoustic glass. Acoustic glass is a sandwich of two or more sheets of glass, heat or pressure bonded together with one or more interlayers. The interlayers act as a noise dampener,

Wrightstyle is a leading UK advanced glazing company and supplies its steel and aluminium systems worldwide. Tim Kempster, the company’s managing director, looks at how glass absorbs sound. We can’t see or smell it, but it’s one of the most insidious pollutants of the modern world.

A Transparent Solution To Noise Pollution

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weakening the energy of the sound waves as they travel through the glass.

Glass does have other benefits because natural light matters. Research by Mirjam Muench has found that people working under artificial light become sleepier earlier than those who work in natural light. In addition, studies demonstrate that people work best when they have a view of the external world, on top of the ambient light from it. Glass walls help light flood in, bringing the outside inside, and psychologically connecting us with the world beyond our office.

Although Wrightstyle’s advanced glazing systems were primarily developed to stop fire and toxic gases for up to 120 minutes, or mitigate against ballistic or bomb attack, they also reduce or eliminate noise pollution. In the same way that specialist glazing systems provide fire compartmentation, they also compartmentalise sound – from curtain walling shutting out external noise, to internal glazed partitioning and smoke-sealing doors containing noise inside a building. Combining advanced levels of protection with the high performance of steel framing and we can often provide a complete solution for sound reduction in one glazed assembly.

As designers – and employers – have become increasingly aware of the benefits of a quiet and conducive workplace, so our systems have become increasingly specified for their sound-proofing qualities. That’s been true for a number of residential projects, national laboratories, schools and universities – and for our work on the 2012 London Olympic stadium and adjoining Orbital. We’re also currently supplying our systems for the conversion of the 2012 media centre into a new digital quarter.

This major project, now called Here East, will provide more than 7,500 jobs – and is already the broadcasting hub for BT Sport which began broadcasting from the site in 2013. Sound was a key factor in the contract, particularly for our large fire-rated curtain wall atrium which required a mix of aesthetics, fire resistance and acoustic properties. Sound is ubiquitous in the modern world. But, when it becomes unwelcome or intrusive, we can nowadays also aspire to something better: the sound of silence. www.wrightstyle.co.uk

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The VEKA UK Group Scoops National Business Award

Industry-leading PVC-U systems supplier The VEKA UK Group has been named a British manufacturing champion after scooping a prestigious national business award. The Burnley-based firm saw its success recognised by judges at the EEF/Aldermore Future Manufacturing Awards held in London. The company took gold in the Business Efficiency Award, awarded to the manufacturer that has most successfully brought in new operating practices to boost productivity and business performance. It was given in recognition of the company's achievement in constructing the on-site mixing plant to have better control over materials and improve service for customers.www.vekauk.com

Enquiry No 25

Trend Urges More BEMS Installers And Integrators To Take On Apprentices

Trend Control Systems, the leading international manufacturer and supplier of state-of-the-art Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS), is throwing its support behind National Apprenticeship Week, and encouraging more installation and integration firms to nurture young talent. Trend is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of BEMS, with a worldwide distribution and support network covering over 50 countries. Its Attitude Apprenticeship Scheme combines classroom based learning with ‘on the job’ experience and since its launch in 2007 Trend has successfully helped 53 people become fully qualified, with a further 64 currently in training. Trend wants to hear from anyone who would like to find out more about the Attitude Apprenticeship Scheme. Simply call Sue Sluce, Trend’s Learning and Development Manager on 01403 226433 or email [email protected].

Enquiry No 26

Laminating The FutureAbet Ltd is delighted to announce that it has recently obtained single site certification for the chain-of-custody standards of the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®). This follows on from

Abet Laminati which was awarded both FSC® and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification schemes (PEFC) in January 2014. Abet has worked with BM Trada, an independent third-party certifier of environmental and sustainability claims to gain FSC Mix® accreditation. FSC® is an independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation established to promote responsible forest management practices worldwide to meet the social, economic, ecological, cultural and spiritual needs of present and future generations. The Chain of Custody follows the path taken by raw materials from the forest to the consumer. This includes each stage from procurement, processing and manufacturing through to

distribution and sales of certified goods where each stage of the supply chain involves a change of ownership. www.abetuk.com

Enquiry No 27

Trespa Expands Specification Team

Trespa has appointed Gavin Ross and Jason Gilbard as Facade Advisors, expanding its Specification Sales Team in the UK and Eire. Gavin joins Trespa from PPG Industries where he was involved in setting up EWI Render Systems, a new division for the company, responsible for technical specifications and contractor training as well as developing new routes to market. He has a strong track record in the construction industry as a specification consultant with companies including Kingspan and Saint Gobain where he worked on landmark projects such as the Olympics.Jason brings over twenty five years industry experience to Trespa having previously worked as a builder in both domestic and commercial construction and then for Kingspan Insulation and Hilti where he was responsible for the specification of projects from the technical design stage to project completion. www.trespa.com

Enquiry No 28

Steve Davis Radio Adverts Pot Thousands In Sales For The Window Outlet

The Window Outlet is making the most of Network VEKA’s extensive support and enjoying big business benefits. Director Graeme Pritt quickly became an advocate for Network VEKA’s radio adverts after trialling their effect for The Window Outlet. “I’ve never really rated radio adverts before; I wasn’t convinced that they translated into any realistic sales. However, I thought I’d test the Steve Davis adverts on our local station, CFM, and see if they made any difference to our business. “They’ve actually worked so well, I’ve just booked them to run for another month! We took all three Steve Davis adverts and we adapted them with our own jingle. It’s a catchy tune that starts with the words ‘it’s a beautiful day’. It’s definitely working for us. Customers have told us that they find themselves singing it long after the ad is played - so it certainly has recall value!” www.networkveka.co.uk

Enquiry No 29

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Mapei Announces Its 2016 Ceramic, Resilient And EWI Training Course Dates Mapei is pleased to announce its 2016 ceramic, resilient and EWI training course dates, which are available to view on their website. All courses are free of charge and will be held in the newly refurbished Mapei Training Centre facility in Halesowen, West Midlands.

The training courses take place between 9am and 4pm with complimentary buffet lunch and refreshments provided. Each particular course is designed to incorporate both theory and practical sessions and is delivered by Mapei Training Managers. At the end of each course all attendees will receive a Mapei certificate of attendance combined with a Mapei goody bag.

All courses are aimed at installers, distributors, contractors, specifiers and designers. British Standard requirements will be explained within each field for those specialists attending certain courses. Each course will include an introduction to the Mapei group, a Factory Tour and a full explanation of the product ranges, coupled with practical demonstrations across a variety of topics, tailored to fit the training session.In addition to the general dates, Mapei will offer product knowledge training and assessment towards the TTA Tile Retail Apprenticeship Scheme. Mapei has also taken on students from NSPP Vocational Training to help further expand youngsters educational experience as well as inspire students to reach their potential within the EWI industry.

Trainees are able to develop core competencies by gaining more practical experience of the products and application techniques.

Mapei will also provide bespoke courses for individual companies based on specific requirements involving the use of Mapei products.

Mapei are committed to helping trainees continue to build their knowledge of preparation and their use of new and existing products through to the application process. The company strongly believes in professional development and will therefore continue to offer training, free of charge. The practical element of the courses allows trainees to use both existing and new products, further expanding the trainees current range of knowledge and skills in a risk free environment.

For more information on Mapei training dates or to book a place on the training courses please visit www.mapei.co.uk, email [email protected] or tel. +44 (0)121 508 6970. Places are limited so early booking is advisable.

Enquiry No 30

Ceramic training course dates:

Monday 21st March 2016

Monday 18th April 2016

Monday 16th May 2016

Monday 20th June 2016

Monday 25th July 2016

Monday 12th September 2016

Monday 24th October 2016

Monday 14th November 2016

EWI training course dates:

Thursday 14th April

Thursday 16th June

Thursday 18th August

Thursday 13th October

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Paving The Way To One Million HomesHousing Minister, Brandon Lewis has set out an ambitious target to build one million new homes before the end of the current Parliament. Hitting such an aspirational target calls for immediate action and an increase in construction to at least 200,000 new homes per year. This is a level of housebuilding that has not been seen in England since 1989.

Mark Gibbs, Technical Director for Alumasc Facade Systems and designer of the company’s new Alumasc Ventilated System (AVS), shares his views on the

challenges of hitting Government housing targets:“It is clear that the housing market in Britain is broken and fixing it has been a key priority for both the current Government and their predecessors. There have been attempts to tackle the issue and stimulate increased supply by boosting demand with measures such as the Help-to-Buy scheme. Whatever the solution is, there is no getting away from the fact that if the UK is to meet its ambitious

housebuilding targets, we are going to have to build an increasingly large number of homes in a limited time frame.

The benefits of offsite construction could be crucial to meeting targets that have repeatedly been missed. Specifying factory fitted components can help to mitigate skills shortages and time constraints. Similar to the methods of the automotive industry – the process of offsite construction provides many benefits of which could make huge strides in hitting housing targets.

It is easy however, to focus on the short term goal which is to construct a mass volume of housing, however in my opinion, it is equally important to consider the long term aspirations of creating good quality homes that will stand the test of time. This is not just a numbers game – it is crucial to specify materials and components that will develop homes to last for years to come.

Standardised buildings were the Government’s solution to tackling the post-war issue of a booming population in need of housing – not dissimilar to the problems that we are facing today. We must be cautious not to follow the same path of high-density, low-quality homes – lacking in appeal. Despite the

mistakes of the last century, standardisation of homes does not necessarily have to be viewed as a negative. For example, a guarantee of reduced time, optimum cost and high quality can be achieved, with consideration also given to whole life assessment. Results of offsite construction can include early completion, user satisfaction and ease of maintenance and replacement – indicating that standardisation and prefabrication with an element of customisation have great potential for the future. Both standardisation and prefabrication are process driven and providing that high quality, long lasting, products are specified, we are able to avoid past misjudgements made by previous industry leaders.

At Alumasc Facade Systems we have made our own steps towards tackling the issues of the housing crisis. The initial product development remit was to design a ventilated system that would replicate traditional building aesthetics, whilst providing a lightweight solution that could be fixed directly to framed constructions. AVS is BBA Certified, meaning that it has been tried and tested in regards to factors relating to strength and stability, fire performance, weather tightness, durability and longevity. These factors help to ensure that AVS, when coupled with offsite methods of construction and standardised design, can help to create quality, long lasting homes at a rapid rate where people will ultimately want to live.

Standardisation does not mean mass replication, although the fundamental system remains consistent - AVS is available in a choice of final finishes. Any brick in the marketplace can be colour matched via the use of lightweight acrylic brick slips. The system is also approved for use with high performance through-coloured silicone renders, along with an extensive range of dashing renders. This directly addresses the issues of mass standardisation by offering the unique final aesthetics which architects, designers and housebuilders are looking for.”

For more information, please visit: http://avs.alumascfacades.co.uk/To arrange an AVS seminar call: 03335 771 700 or email: [email protected]

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Explore Offsite In The Housing Sector – NEC, BirminghamAchieving set housing objectives using traditional construction methods is a challenge for all of those involved in the public housing sector. The current trajectory shows that by 2030 there will be a shortage of around two million homes in the UK - assuming factors such as population growth remain the same. It is evident that in order to address demand, which anyone involved in the sector will know, is rising at an alarming rate – the industry will have to build better homes at a faster pace. In order to help combat the current shortfalls, innovative offsite methods of construction must be adopted to some extent.

The Explore Offsite Housing conference and exhibition is a two day event taking place on 23 & 24 March 2016 at the NEC, Birmingham. As this event is highly relevant to those in the social housing sector and we understand your budgets are constrained, we would like to offer you a discount. Tickets originally priced at £125+vat for one day and £225+vat for both days have been reduced to £95+vat for a one day ticket and £165+vat for both days - this offer is only open for those in the public sector. Tickets include; entry to the conference and exhibition, car parking, lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

Offsite construction is regarded as a practical and sustainable solution for tackling the housing shortfall and the skills crisis. Pre-building homes in a factory setting would decrease the environmental risk factors of building onsite and enable the production of economically viable homes to be built and delivered at a much faster rate. The construction of a house maximising offsite technology typically takes four to six weeks, which is nearly a quarter of the time taken by traditional methods.

Explore Offsite Housing is a unique opportunity to hear direct from the industry innovators, network and discover how offsite technologies can offer benefits to social landlords and their tenants.

With an outstanding line-up of industry figures confirmed to share their expertise over the two days, this combined conference and exhibition is an essential event for any professional looking to delve a little deeper into the most innovative and promising solution in UK construction.

This year the event will play host to a truly impressive speaker line-up, including:

• Video Address: Brandon Lewis MP – Minister of State for Housing and Planning

• Tom Bloxham MBE – Director, Urban Splash• Oliver Novakovic – Technical and Innovation Director, Barratt

Developments• Rory Bergin – Partner: Sustainable Futures, HTA Design LLP• Andy von Bradsky – Chair, Housing Forum• idan Wilkie – Deputy Director of Housing Division, Department for

Communities and Local Government• Calum Murray – Director, CCG (Scotland)• Greg Lakin – Head of Property Care, Midland Heart• Jeremy Kape – Director of Property Investment, Affinity Sutton• Tony Woods – Offsite Construction Specialist, LHC• Peter Andrew – Deputy Chairman, HBF• James Pickard – Director, Cartwright Pickard• Rob Charlton – CEO, Space Group• Stuart Carr -Director, Chapman Taylor Architects• Greg Cooper – Pre Construction Manager, B & K Structures• Andrew Waugh – Director, Waugh Thistleton• Tom Ground – CEO, Legal & General Homes• Andrew Orgorzalek – Partner, PCKO Architects• Jerry Harkness – Regional Development Director, Circle Housing• Jay Shaw MBE – Head of Business Development, Snoozebox• Steve Reid – Chief Technical Officer, Enviga Geothermal

A full speaker line-up and biographical details are available on line at www.exploreoffsite.co.uk

To claim this discount, simply enter promo code EXPLOREPUB20 when booking online at www.exploreoffsite.co.uk/book or email [email protected] for further assistance.

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Is Offsite Construction The Perfectly Timed Solution For The Construction Industry?The call for a quick and sustainable solution to the current housing shortage has created an opportunity for offsite construction to become a key building method to meet the demand in the housing industry. In order to rectify the current shortfalls, modern and innovative methods of construction must be adopted to provide quick, sustainable and energy-efficient homes.

Kingspan Timber Solutions' Business Unit Director, Ian Loughnane, offers his perspective on the offsite construction in the housing industry:

"Back in February 2013 the Offsite Housing Review was published by the Construction Industry Council with the help of research partners from across the sector and Government. The most striking aspect of the investigation was the broad level of agreement amongst experts that the solution to the shortfall in housing stock would require the extensive use of prefabricated building techniques. The timber frame industry can certainly answer that call when it comes, which surely

it must. The impetus required will undoubtedly be Government led but it’s not just about the numbers. As a nation we need affordable, well designed and energy efficient homes that address the significant issues of fuel poverty and climate change.

This combination of requirements plays to the strengths of timber frame and structural insulated panels (SIPS), which deliver the sustainable solution.

The industry has invested heavily in getting fabric solutions that deliver high performance without the future maintenance costs that non-fabric solutions entail. Offsite construction technology delivers a predictable performance level, with fewer construction defects or wasted materials. We are able to provide a marked decrease in the build time with a marked increase in the standard of build. This combination of requirements plays to the strengths of timber technology which offers a low-energy design as standard.The construction of a house maximising offsite technology typically

takes four to six weeks, which is nearly a quarter of the time taken by traditional methods with an average timescale of around twenty weeks, providing weather conditions permit. Offsite methods reduce the potential impact of bad weather on build-times and swift weather-proofing of the structures diminishes delays for follow on trades.

It is not just the housing sector that is looking to exploit the benefits of offsite construction to meet current demands. The education sector is also facing a shortage of almost 900,000 school places and the government has pledged an investment of circa £2 billion to refurbish and rebuild 277 schools. The speed and ease that offsite construction provides is crucial to fitting in with the timeline demands that are unique to schools and the academic year. That is why offsite is becoming the choice method of building in the education sector, matching similar requirements to the housing industry.

The market is definitely showing higher levels of optimism amongst the timber offsite solution suppliers, with more positive signs of investment and an increase in activity levels. The transition to a low-carbon economy presents our industry with great opportunities for growth. Environmental considerations will transform how our buildings are constructed, what materials are used and the methods employed. I believe that we are now on the cusp of the predicted ‘sea-change’ and that the time is right for the construction industry to embrace innovative timber technology and offsite techniques to develop better buildings at a rapid rate to enhance lives, minimise the environmental impact and reduce energy costs for occupants for many years to come.”

To find out more about Kingspan Timber Solutions visit: www.kingspantimbersolutions.co.ukTo book a CPD session: call: 01767 676400 or email: [email protected]

Enquiry No 33

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Are You BIM Ready for the Government's April 2016 Mandate?Building Information Modelling (BIM) is at the front and centre of the latest digital technology in today’s built environment. Early adopters within the industry and Government have successfully promoted this pioneering building technology. There is now almost a universal recognition of BIM within the construction industry, as well as widespread private sector investment in the implementation of BIM.

So as the Government's April 2016 BIM Mandate approaches, why is BIM so crucial to transforming the industry? Ian Quinton, Managing Director of RCM Building Boards and Facades shares his views on the positive impact that BIM will have on today’s construction industry: “As the digital age is evolving, we are constantly adapting technology in order to enhance all aspects of the modern world - the construction industry is no exception but it is only recently that the true impact is starting to be realised. BIM has changed the dynamic of the construction business, by enhancing efficiencies and delivering well-coordinated and well-designed projects.

The use of BIM is crucial for Government projects, as there is a prerequisite for time efficient construction, as well as a vital responsibility to reduce our carbon outline through the application of low energy buildings – resulting in lower costs for the end user.

There has been scepticism, however, from some parts of the industry over the Government’s BIM strategy with some companies claiming that there is a crucial lack of training in this area and that it is too costly and time consuming to invest in, particularly for SME’s.

Despite these claims the overall acceptance that BIM has gained still seems particularly prominent. From my experience, the general consensus from our industry implies that the growing integration of BIM will have a positive effect with only a small percentage of construction companies stating that they will not be using the technology. More money is now being invested in BIM, with large jobs kicking off this year applying the use of BIM in more sophisticated ways than ever before.

In terms of procurement, BIM is a powerful tool that allows construction companies to quantify the requirements of their projects. This enables control of spending and time management, resulting in the reduction of wastage in these areas. It is essential that BIM is used in the early design

stages of a project to ensure that there is capacity to not only clearly identify the elements of the project but through the use of BIM, companies are able to anticipate when they need to procure any given material or element. It is extremely difficult to transport the appropriate knowledge across all construction partners at the same time without the use of BIM, this can lead to the teams procuring the wrong materials at the wrong time, in different volumes.

RCM have invested in research to produce technical specification data for developing BIM models for all of our building board ranges and facade solutions. Most importantly we have subscribed to collaborative BIM platforms such as NBS BIM, NBS Plus as well as the RIBA Product Library to ensure RCM’s BIM product models and technical information are readily available to all construction professionals. These industry-leading linked digital platforms provide an online resource enabling designers and specifiers to research and select construction products and service information for all types of building design projects.

I believe that only by embracing the benefits of this technology can we truly compete in the future market place. These, without doubt, are exciting times for all involved in construction and the Government's April 2016 Mandate has further focused our industry’s attention. As with the building solutions we all produce – we have to be innovative to collectively take our industry forward into the next decade and beyond.”

Informative CPD EventsFor those interested in finding out more, RCM provide informative CPD sessions including: a guide to materials, applications and specification considerations for building boards, internal and external linings and rainscreen facades, covering: • What a specifier needs to consider• Board materials and benefits• Board applications• Work on site

For more details call 0845 1303725 or visit www.buildingboards.co.uk

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Play The Light: Trespa® Meteon® Range Extended With Lumen

Stepping Up: Easy-Fit Low Level Light

Timeguard’s new range of super-slimline, compact surface mounted IP65 LED step lights make it easy to add decorative and safety lighting for steps and decks.There’s no need to channel out the step or wall, and the double-insulated luminaires do not require an earth. The surface mount back plates provide for fast terminal block connection, making them even quicker and easier to install. Delivering from 20 to 24 Lumens of cool white light the new dark grey and white polycarbonate Timeguard Step

Lights have the good looks and guaranteed durability that property owners will welcome indoors or out. Electrical wholesalers are now stocking square, oblong and round versions in both colours. www.timeguard.com

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Trespa has announced the launch of its new Trespa® Meteon® Lumen range. Architects and designers can now play with the composition of light reflection on exterior façades, allowing natural light to be creatively introduced as a design element. It can be reflected, scattered, enhanced or muted according to architects’ and clients’ wishes.

“Trespa® Meteon® Lumen changes the way designs are perceived, it changes how people interact with structures and how buildings interact with their surroundings,” says Lucas Stevens, Design Expert at Trespa. “With Trespa® Meteon® Lumen, you can play with the compositions of light reflection on your façade, within a single colour. This new diversity of finishes enhances design creativity and ensures façades will truly stand out.”

Bring your colour to life with reflections of lightTrespa® Meteon® Lumen is available in three variations across eight colours. Each of the three Lumen variations is available in grey, black and white and several terracotta tones.

‘Diffuse’ removes glossiness, reflection and texture, resulting in instant tranquillity. Scattered light gives façades a smooth, subdued appearance. ‘Oblique’ has a pleasantly uneven matt-and-gloss surface that brings a natural, weathered look to any façade. ‘Specular’ reflects its surroundings, adding liveliness with deep colours and gloss. Buildings become seamlessly integrated into their environment.

About Trespa® Meteon®Based on decades of leadership and setting new trends in façade solution design and aesthetics, Trespa® Meteon® Lumen represents a logical next step for the Trespa® Meteon® family. Trespa is the first choice of exterior

panelling for many leading architects, who insist on quality, reliability and durability. Trespa® Meteon® is a decorative high-pressure compact laminate (HPL) with an integral surface manufactured using Trespa’s unique in-house technology, Electron Beam Curing (EBC).

The blend of up to 70% natural fibres and thermosetting resins, manufactured under high pressures and temperatures, yields a highly stable, dense panel with good strength-to-weight ratios. Trespa® Meteon® stands out in vertical exterior wall coverings such as facade cladding, balcony panelling and sunblinds. The entire Trespa® Meteon® product range is available with PEFCTM or FSCTM certification upon request, in restricted quantities and certain jurisdictions.

Experience the effect for yourselfSee what Trespa® Meteon® Lumen can do: order your samples today on new.trespa.com. For further details regarding Trespa’s delivery programme, please visit trespa.info.

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Ancon Launches New Products At Ecobuild 2016

Double winner of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise, Ancon Building Products, continues to expand its range of high integrity structural fixings and exhibited a number of new products at Ecobuild 2016. On stand number E3080, Ancon showcased its latest fixing innovations, suitable for new-build construction including low-energy residential developments. Products on show included the lightweight Nexus® brick faced soffit system, a number of insulated balcony connectors and an exciting new development within the Teplo range of low thermal conductivity wall ties. www.ancon.co.uk

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JS Air Curtains New Product Catalogue

JS Air Curtains has announced the launch of its new product catalogue. Packed with detailed information on its wide range of exposed, recessed, industrial and revolving door units, the catalogue incorporates quick glance product options and performance data tables for each model. Tim Scott, Head of Sales at JS Air Curtains comments, “This catalogue has many new products, an easy to view selection guide, information on heat pump technology and more control options. These details and its comprehensive range for all air curtain applications, makes this catalogue the “go-to” resource for air curtain selection and expert advice”. To download or request a copy, please visit www.jsaircurtains.com/catalogue.

Enquiry No 36

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Recyfix® Monotec - A New Monolithic Drainage System With A High Attenuation VolumeHauraton Limited have introduced into the UK, RECYFIX® MONOTEC, their new high capacity channel system for the surface drainage of pavements, bicycle routes, car/van parks and roadways in and around residential, commercial and light industrial areas where the channels need to have high lateral strength, are capable of withstanding continuous compressive loads and where ease of installation is a major consideration.

The RECYFIX® MONOTEC one metre long channel component is of a sturdy monolithic design where the grating and the tongue and groove linking system are integral to the channel moulding. The whole unit is made of tough, virtually unbreakable polypropylene (PP) formulated to be very resistant to daily temperature fluctuations from frost conditions to strong sunlight, including the Ultra Violet (UV) spectrum. PP is naturally resistant to de-icing salt. Complying with the requirements of EN 1433, the PP is given its UV resistance by adding just sufficient carbon black as a stabiliser so that the structural strength of the material is unaffected and a consistent appearance is maintained.

MONOTEC channels are offered in two nominal grating widths of 100 and 200mm, both suitable for a loading category of up to Class D400. The 100mm channels are available in three overall heights; 230, 280 and 380mm and provide channel cross-sections of 190.5cm2, 245.5 cm2, and 355.5cm2 respectively. The largest 200mm channel, which only weighs 16.2kg, has a cross-section of 746.1cm2 and so has an attenuation volume in excess of 74 litres per meter.

The three sizes of 100mm channels can be arranged in a step-fall arrangement with different channel heights connected by special transition adaptors that ensure the water drains away smoothly and quietly with the increased flow velocity playing a considerable role in cleaning the channel run. The step-fall arrangement may be desirable where there is a high risk of silting as the increased flow will help wash debris towards the system’s Inspection/Trash Box.

Ingenious grating design…In 2010 Hauraton introduced FIBRETEC®, a new design of moulded slot grating on their RECYFIX® PRO range of channels. This heelsafe grating has super smooth, elliptical slot openings where the moulded bars have slightly raised triangular bosses along their outside edges.

As well as providing an elegant appearance, this feature ensures surface water is directed into the slots helping eliminate any cross-flow over the grating. A grating with the same design has now been incorporated in the RECYFIX® MONOTEC which helps optimise its attenuation volume. The introduction of RECYFIX® MONOTEC means in any project, there are now three different types of channel in the Haruaton range that can be specified with the same grating design.

Tim Connolly, Hauraton’s Director of Sales and Marketing explains a major benefit of the new channels, “Specifying RECYFIX® MONOTEC allows hydraulic engineers and contractor’s wide flexibility during the design and installation stages by reducing the number of channel runs normally required to drain a large area. The reduction means less materials being used and fewer underground excavations, all resulting in an easy and fast installation procedure”.

RECYFIX® MONOTEC channels are certified in accordance with EN 1433. The CE symbol, external monitoring and the conformity declaration are the guarantee of a maximum technical and qualitative standard. For RECYFIX® MONOTEC video go to https://youtu.be/AE3laBjWlRMFor RECYFIX® MONOTEC product specifications go to www.hauraton.co.uk. CIVILS section. For case studies go to www.drainage-projects.co.uk

Enquiry No 39

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No Monkeying Around With Pumps At Chester Zoo’s Islands DevelopmentChester Zoo is one of the world’s leading zoos with around 1.6 million visitors every year. And with more than 20,000 animals, set in 125 acres of award winning zoological gardens, it’s not surprising that the visitors just keep coming back for more.

To keep visitors amazed and entertained, the zoo has continuously invested in new attractions to showcase the animals to their best whilst maintaining its reputation for being a major force in conserving the living world. Step forward to the zoo’s latest attraction – Islands

at Chester Zoo – a £40 million, 60,000 square metre development that aims to transport visitors to the South East Asian islands of Panay, Papua, Bali, Sumba, Sumatra and Sulawesi – it’s an inspired attempt and took over two years to build.

M&E Contractor for the development is Crown House Technologies – part of Laing O’Rourke – and they specified a wide range of pumps from leading pump manufacturer Wilo for the project. Overall in excess of £80,000 worth of pumps of various sizes and undertaking a range of roles have been installed to keep the new development running smoothly, providing a true South East Asian experience.

High efficiency pumps, cold water pressure booster sets and system pressurisation units have been utilised throughout the development to help keep animals as varied as Sumatran orangutans, Sulawesi crested macaques, Sumatran tigers and a huge range of rare reptiles including

the Sunda gharial – one of the world’s largest crocodiles - warm and experiencing the levels of humidity that they would experience in their natural surroundings on the other side of the world.

The humidifying air misting equipment powered by the Wilo pressure booster sets needs to be experienced to be believed and the Lazy River Boat Trip allows visitors to take a journey through the development and see the animals from the unique perspective of a boat, completing the jungle experience perfectly, in no small part due to Wilo’s pumps.

“It’s a privilege to have been involved in such a wonderful project,” says Wilo’s National Key Account Manager Peter Anthony. “We’ve worked closely on a number of successful projects with Crown House so it was good to be able to work alongside them again on a project of this importance. It’s a great example of just how important pumps are to every construction project – out of sight in plant rooms hidden across the project but providing the constant flow of water that the project requires to be successful.”

You can find out more about the full Wilo pump range and the solutions available at www.wilo.co.uk and more about Chester Zoo by visiting www.chesterzoo.org.

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Lights, Camera And Silence For Energy Efficient Film Studio

When the developers of Paper Mill Studios, a new film and photography studio in London’s Islington, were looking to refurbish an old warehouse they needed to find an energy efficient way of heating and cooling the building that would also offer a whisper-quiet performance. The contemporary interior design provides an extraordinary creative space which is now enjoying energy efficient air conditioning and ventilation after work by contractor 361 Degrees. City Multi heat pump air conditioning system was used as the main heating and cooling solution with a combination of wall mounted and exposed ducted fan coil units in the varying rooms throughout the refurbished building. The installation of a Lossnay heat recovery ventilation system also means that energy is recovered from outgoing stale air and transferred to heat up the incoming fresh air, keeping the building comfortable for occupants in an energy efficient way.

Enquiry No 41

Probably The Best Saltless Water Softener In The World

People have been copying Aquatiere’s saltless water softeners over the past few years and have achieved limited success. Unfortunately the customer who expects ‘soft water’ was often disappointed by the fact that the softener did not perform as they expected.Aquatiere was the first UK company to use pre-crystalisation resins such as TAC and WAC to stop scale forming in pipework and equipment and market this as a saltless water softener.4 years of R&D later Aquatiere has now produced a product that meets customers expectations. The new Pureau range of saltless water softeners actually produce soft water using ion exchange. Resins – Simply softer water! www.aquatiere.co.uk

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New Animation Pushes Energy Loop BenefitsA new animation from Mitsubishi Electric examines the concept of using a single energy loop to deliver energy efficient heating and cooling in a tower block, between neighbouring buildings, or across an entire community.“We have created this film to explain how the concept of an energy loop can benefit an individual building, a network, or a community,” explains Richard Venga, Specification Engineer at Mitsubishi Electric. The animation begins by looking at using energy from the sun which is captured in our lakes and rivers, and shows how the Government has supported and advocated this type of application by producing a dedicated heat map and a Code of Practice on surface water source heat pumps.It then explores how renewable energy harvested from the environment can be used to provide heating and cooling from a single energy loop for a building or a district.Heat pumps can then be readily connected to this energy loop, so it can be used to transfer low grade heat from one part of the building – or even one part of the community, and upgraded to deliver the necessary heating or cooling for that individual building, office or room. The video can be viewed at the company’s dedicated YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rMNC_WyjnU ) and a CPD Guide to open loop water source heat pump systems can be downloaded at the dedicated digital library: http://library.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/pdf/book/Open-Loop-Water-Source-Heat-Pump-Systems-CPD-Guide

Enquiry No 43

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ESG, the UK’s largest independent glass processor, has recently continued its work for Transport for London by supplying the glass for the 2nd phase of the redevelopment of Tottenham Court Road tube station.

The station is currently undergoing a multi-billion pound refit as part of the new Crossrail link due to open in 2018. The entire station was closed at the start of the project and is now reopening one section at a time. Towards the end of 2014 the new ticket office and Oxford Street entrance were reopened and revealed a, Daniel Buren designed and ESG manufactured, black and white artwork printed onto glass.

Recently the new Center Point entrance has opened to the public and the walls continue Daniels design. However for this section of the station, the black and white has been fused together with colour to create striking geometrical shapes. ESG supplied over 150m² of toughened laminated glass split over 200 pieces.

The coloured and black sections of the design were digitally printed and UV cured to the glass. To ensure maximum ink adhesion to the glass each panel was treated to an ESG developed pre-print wash treatment to remove any unseen dirt and oil. This treatment enables all of the printing to achieve BSI: ISO2409 adhesion standard.

The printing was carried out on 8mm toughened low iron and then laminated, with a white Vanceva interlayer to achieve the background, to create the 17.5mm toughened laminated final product. The final design is already receiving plaudits from the public as to how bright and modern the new look station is. www.esg.glass – 01376 520061

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ESG Brightens Up New Tottenham Court Road Station

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VS-1 Curtain Walling Part Of Cutting Edge Vision For Hiscox’s York Offices



The spectacular four-storey building will house up to 500 employees in a dynamic working environment with open, flexible floor space. The light airy interior effect is created by the extensive use of the VS-1 curtain walling. This combines with a cantilevered concrete frame and undulating woven brickwork façade to provide a workspace which fosters creativity and collaboration. Work on site began in 2014. UK-based GLASSOLUTIONS, part of the international Saint-Gobain Group, supplied and installed the curtain walling structure for main contractor BAM Construction as part of a £1.8 million contract.

VS-1, which has also been used successfully on the Sky Believe in Better building in London, is a new type of curtain wall – a mullion only system where the glass is held away from the mullion so the glass wall visually ‘floats’. In this project, the mullions are fixed back directly to primary structural columns.

VS-1’s highly engineered simplicity delivers remarkable aesthetics for architects, developers and building owners. It is the only curtain wall system where the floating glass façade is held away from the mullion without the use of obtrusive bolt fixings or transoms. Its relative simplicity reduces risk of component failure, improves constructability and reduces costs of programme delays in both construction and post-construction phases.

The installation at The Hiscox Building in York features Wicona curtain walling to the punch hole windows and louvres, roof terrace curtain wall, a bespoke structurally bonded rooflight and GLASSOLUTIONS’ patented VS-1 glazing system to form the main atria screen and terrace parapet.

The VS-1 system façade is articulated with both convex and concave curved insulated units, the largest of which is 2.0m wide x 4.2m high. The argon filled laminated heat strengthened units have high performance coatings to limit solar gain, achieving g-values as low as 0.34. To meet internal thermal comfort targets, glass units with centre pane u-values of 1.1 W/m2K have been used. Combined with the thermally efficient frames, this creates screens with weighted average U-values of 1.3 W/m2K.

Says Make Architects’ Jason Parker, partner and the project lead architect: “The building has been

designed to complement York's rich architectural heritage whilst providing a new home for Hiscox in the heart of the city. It has been a fantastic collaboration between York, Hiscox, the designers and contractors – each contributing to a building which conveys a sense of joy from both inside and out. The incorporation of VS-1 into the design creates a light and airy space and reinforces the openness and the friendly face of Hiscox.”

Steve Langan, Managing Director, Hiscox UK and Europe, said: “The brief we gave the architects was to create something that represents a progressive addition to the long history of York – something that taps into the history of the Hungate site and is sympathetic to the surrounding listed buildings, while using cutting-edge architectural, design and working practices. I want it to be a centre that drives innovation and a place that both Hiscox and York can be extremely proud of for many years to come.”

Find out more about GLASSOLUTIONS at www.glassolutions.co.uk

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CW 50-HI Now Offers Better Thermal Insulation Than Ever

Reynaers has launched its improved aluminium Concept Wall 50-HI (High Insulation) system, which offers better thermal insulation properties than ever before.This new variant of CW 50 benefits from improved insulation profiles, which can achieve an impressive insulation value (Uf) down to 0.56 W/m2K with a glass thickness of 60 mm. Previously this was 0.73 W/m2K, while the standard CW 50 system has a Uf value of 1.7 W/m2K.As the CW 50-HI is now provided with standard glazing gaskets, the aluminium curtain wall system is suitable for even heavy duty triple glazing, up to a maximum of 61 mm.A further advantage of the new CW 50-HI system is the ease of production and installation. The insulation profile used in the HI system consists of a pre-cut part, so that drainage canals can be incorporated easily. Installation is made even more convenient because the glass doesn’t require waterproof taping to the pressure plate area.Marketing Manager at Reynaers Rebecca Cope said: “The CW

50-HI is a well-proven façade and roof system available in different glazing and design variants, including an extensive range of profiles. The new system also offers varying levels of fire resistance and thermal insulation, and can accommodate triple glazing, making it ideal for low-energy buildings. Other features include a parallel opening window, a top hung window, a hidden vent turn and tilt window, as well as a flush roof vent.”Offering extensive design freedom, this curtain wall can be custom-designed – as seen in the bespoke system used in the impressive office complex and art space in Prague, ArtGen. Developed by PPF Real Estate and CMC architects, the modern building is both environmentally-friendly and visually stunning. www.reynaers.co.uk

Enquiry No 48

Comar 5P.i Advanced Window System

Integration is the key factor which underpins the latest new product launch from Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems. Their market leading Comar 9P.i Framing system offers fast-track semi unitised construction for floor to ceiling glazing, allowing tilt/turn or casement windows to hang direct from the Comar 9P.i Frame as well as rebated doors. With the addition of thermal foam and triple glazing Comar 9P.i offers U-values down to 0.77.Comar have incorporated the technology from their Comar 9P.i system into the Comar 5P.i window range, and are now launching the Comar 5P.i Advanced Casement and Tilt/Turn window system which integrates seamlessly into Comar 9P.i creating the option for standalone high performance windows.The brief to Comar’s Design Team was to specifically meet architectural demands; low U-values, matching slim sight lines for both the casement and tilt/turn, large glazing pocket for acoustic glass, secured by design and large sizes. For their contractor and fabricator partners, performance with built in fast-track fabrication and installation. www.comar-alu.co.uk

Enquiry No 46

AluFoldDirect Opens Its Doors to Commercial Installers with SBD Solution

Aluminium door specialist AluFoldDirect has launched its first range of Secured by Design (SBD), thermally efficient commercial doors, in order to meet the growing demand amongst specifiers for high-quality SBD-accredited solutions.The company has seen rapid growth in aluminium bi-fold doors and is now putting its expertise in aluminium towards the commercial sector. The new AluFoldDirect commercial door offers a durable, thermally efficient and secure solution that can be tailored to suit regular usage, emergency and anti-panic requirements, or a mag lock variant for maximum protection. All AluFoldDirect thermal commercial doors are Secured by Design accredited, Q Mark accredited and Document Q-compliant, having passed PAS23, PAS24 and BS EN1627 standards. They offer real thermal efficiency and can incorporate a range of performance insulated glass unit options.The robust construction and variety of security options with the AluFoldDirect commercial door make it ideal for high-traffic buildings in the public sector – such as schools or hospitals – or private businesses, such as hotels or larger corporate organisations. www.alufolddirect.co.uk

Enquiry No 47

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http://www.comar-alu.co.uk

http://www.reynaers.co.uk



Performance Door Blanks With 90 Minute Fire Rating And FSC CertificationThe UK’s biggest independent distributor of high-performance door blanks, James Latham is now offering Moralt FireSound 59mm (dB43/44) with FD90 certification (BS476 Pt. 22)

And thanks to Lathams, specifying a high-end, specialist door blank - which is still competitively priced – doesn’t mean having to compromise on environmental guidelines as three of the Moralt FireSound range and two of the FireSmoke range, now carry FSC certification.

Exclusively available nationwide and directly from stock through all nine of James Latham’s panel depots in sizes up to 3050mm x 1220mm, the Moralt FireSound 59mm door blanks are supplied with a short lead-time and a minimum order quantity of just one blank.

Moralt FireSound 59mm FD90 carries a long list of technical features and benefits including certification up to 2650mm height and/or 1049mm width (SASD). They are also certified as single/ double leaf doors, with/without glazing and offer intumescent seal specification for stiles/jambs, head perimeter: 2 no. 15mm x 4mm spaced 10mm apart.

In addition, they are also certified with concealed closers and hinges and can be easily trimmed, lipped and glazed.

Steven Dennard, Group Door Manager for James Latham commented, “As the exclusive UK distributor of Moralt door blanks, we are delighted to be able to offer the Moralt FireSound 59mm with FD90 certification as well as FSC accreditation. The technical features and benefits of this high-performance door blank, coupled with its environmental credentials make it a really attractive option and it is generating plenty of interest in the market.”

For more information on Latham’s full range of doorblanks and accessories please phone 0116 257 3415, email [email protected] or visit www.lathamtimber.co.uk

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The Strength Of British Heating Design…Towel warmer and radiator design has definitely evolved in recent years, especially in Britain, having to meet consumer demand for products that are both stylish and functional. A far cry from the ‘basic white rad’, UK manufacturers are constantly pushing the boundaries to develop radiators and towel warmers that make use of the latest technology and all important ‘wow factor’ in order to keep up with the latest trends and advancements.

With products that have been designed and manufactured in Britain, customers can enjoy greater control, as well as better communication with the brand at both the design and supply stages. Rather than purchasing a mass-produced product that can be found in any residential property, British design and manufacture celebrates products that have been created by highly skilled, specialist craftsmen and furthermore, tailored according to customer requirement and individual tastes. With such tailored consultation, there has been a notable shift towards custom design which have enabled the market to constantly explore new techniques and experiment with different materials and finishes.

Designing and manufacturing in Great Britain enables product design to push the boundaries and experiment with different raw materials and techniques. This has ultimately safeguarded Britain’s future as a leader in innovative design and of course, developing home-land manufacture. Consumers place trust in companies that manufacture in Britain. Not only are they confident that the products being purchased meet the highest standards of quality, but delivery times are often reduced too. Furthermore, should there be any issues with an order, it is easier to trace how far along the manufacturing line the product is and when it is being distributed.

So, it is safe to say that the “Designed/made in Britain” label still carries a great deal of prestige in the UK and many overseas territories, where the British panache for the highest quality design is renowned. This is particularly the case in countries like USA where British goods have always been appreciated. I believe the quality raw materials Britain has to offer the heating market has been fundamental to the resurgence for British design, furnishing the consumer with different quality options that have ultimately influenced, and improved, the performance of radiators today.

Stainless steel and brass are incredibly versatile and durable materials when used for the manufacture of quality heating solutions, both suitable for connection to open and closed heating systems. However, high quality mild steel is a must for all other towel rails and designer radiators where a superb finish and longevity is required. This type of base material has opened up a new world of innovative heating design, allowing the use of highly original finishes and tactile surface effects that move away from the more mainstream chrome plating or painted finish.

Bold colours, high texture materials or the addition of a full length mirror are rivalling the standard designs and it is the continued developments in technology and manufacturing techniques that have made it possible to bring traditional designs into the 21st century. Metallic finishes such as brushed or polished chrome or stainless steel, nickel and gold are also hugely popular, as well as antique bronze, copper and brass finishes. Many models can even come with a textured or even a sculptured finish.

Homeowners are undoubtedly investing more in terms of product design and performance. No longer is the market aspiring to the common white painted radiator or towel warmer, instead it errs towards more stylish heating solutions that incorporate different tactile design and advanced performance. Retailers should ensure that the products they offer have a perfect balance between style and practicality, as in today’s market; consumers are looking for the best of both worlds.

This is clearly evident from the growing demand for dual fuel towel warmers, which can be connected to a central heating system, and additionally, can be powered via an electric element. As towel warmers are now considered an essential component of bathroom design, homeowners are looking to use them all year round to keep towels warm and dry, without the expense of using the central heating during the warmer months. To meet this increase in demand, many manufacturers are now able to offer a significant proportion of their towel warmers as dual fuel options, allowing retailers to tick all of the boxes by offering customers an incredibly stylish, practical and cost-effective product.

With far more accessibility nowadays, we have to recognise that consumers are researching both product and brand heritage prior to purchase. This has played a pivotal role in the continued development of luxury heating solutions, with ‘British-made’ design and manufacture unquestionably helping to promote a product’s pedigree from the very beginning. www.vogueuk.co.uk

Enquiry No 50

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The German premium manufacturer of firing technology Spartherm proudly presents an exclusive range of bioethanol fireplaces branded ebios-fire® which are now also made available for the discerning customer in Great Britain. Made And Tested In Germany - In order to provide an optimum of customer service, the expansive range of ebios-fire® models comprises both standard and made to measure built-in fireplace models in almost any thinkable layout.

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

Versatility Is Key - The ebios-fire® range of products is available in a vast variety of finishes meeting the requirements of architects and interior designers on an international level. Please visit www.ebios-fire.com or write to [email protected] for further information. Spartherm – The Fire Company www.spartherm.com

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A Burning Passion For Fire

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Protect Against Black Mould With Forever White Hygienic Paint

The Forever White range from Everbuild – A Sika Company is expanding with the addition of Forever White Paint, a hygienic paint that protects against black mould growth in bathrooms and areas of high humidity.For use on walls and ceilings, Forever White Hygienic Paint is ideal for showers, bathrooms, wetrooms and kitchens and contains SteriTouch® Antibacterial Protection.Forever White Hygienic Paint is fast drying allowing two coats to be applied in one day and dries to an exceptionally hard wearing finish that resists cracking and flaking. Highly versatile, this paint can be applied on a variety of substrates including concrete, brick, timber and ceramic tiles. Available in Arctic White in a Satin and Matt finish, the 2.5ltr tubs are printed with a highly attractive design in keeping with the Forever White brand.For further information on Forever White Hygienic Paint or any other product in the Everbuild and Sika ranges contact your local representative, call the sales office on 0113 240 2424 or visit www.everbuild.co.uk.

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Curves Bring Comfort With This New Matrix BasinNew from Pressalit Care for 2016 is an ergonomically designed wash basin – the New Matrix Curve - that features a curved front edge and sloping sides. Just as much at home in a Changing Places facility as it would be in an educational, care or residential institution, the New Matrix Curve basin has all the features you would expect to make this perfectly suited to users with limited mobility. The sleek and attractive basin incorporates softly shaped, wide, sloping side edges that enable users to lean in and rest their elbows comfortably for stability and support. The curved front edge means both standing and seated users can be close enough to the basin to operate the tap, while the shallow bowl provides ample room underneath for wheelchair users. Furthermore, raised edges along the back and sides of the basin prevent water from spilling onto the floor. Where height adjustment is a requirement, such as in Changing Places washrooms, the New Matrix Curve can be fitted with either the Pressalit Care Select or Plus brackets for maximum flexibility. www.pressalit.com

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Heavy Duty Planar Radiator Introduced For Commercial Projects

Stelrad has built a reputation over the years for supplying radiators that meet the demands of its customers – whether it is for design, quality or ease of installation. Due to customer demand Stelrad has now introduced a new variation of its very popular Planar radiator - called Heavy Duty Planar. The product has been designed for heavy duty commercial applications such as industrial buildings, hospitals and the like where rooms and corridors are used by trolleys, wheelchairs or other small vehicles so a more robust heating product is required to withstand potential higher impact situations. Stelrad’s standard Planar design radiator has rapidly become a favourite within the commercial market. The new heavy duty version offers the same slim, flat fronted good looks and exceptional performance as the standard Planar that has in particular been a big hit with new build housing developers. But this heavy duty Planar, is supplied with a one section, 2mm thick integrated steel fascia, with side panels and top grille, designed to survive in a busy commercial area. www.stelrad.com

Enquiry No 54

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http://www.everbuild.co.uk

http://www.stelrad.com


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Introducing Mast Screening And Shelving Systems From The Shopkit GroupMast is a versatile range of screens and partitions available in different heights, materials and with various fixing options to suit most interior applications including retail, exhibitions, offices, receptions, café’s and domestic installations.

It is elegant and adaptable and has the unique concept of combining the strength and simplicity of rigid posts to support tensioned cables. This then allows The Mast System to provide an easy, cost effective and durable way to create fixed, freestanding and temporary screening/room dividers with a virtually limitless range of shelving and accessories.

The Mast posts are available in various heights and can support single or double cable set ups on one or both sides, allowing for sophisticated combinations of screening, graphic panels and shelving that can be used as stand-alone units or as part of a multi display system and can easily

incorporate Shopkit’s TZ low-voltage lighting range. Retail units / Shop in Shops can be produced from the different Mast systems, with display shelves available in a variety of materials and finishes to co-ordinate with other elements within the retail environment.

Made to Measure and Installation options availableMast offers a wide standard product range to meet most requirements and Shopkit also offer a custom design / manufacturing service to meet all other individual needs. Delivery and installation is possible on all elements - quotations will be supplied on request. www.shopkit.com

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Complete Reverberation Solutions From Hush

Reverberation noise is produced when a sound source stops within an enclosed space. Sound waves continue to reflect off the ceiling, walls and floor surfaces until they eventually die out. These reflected sound waves are known as reverberation.Reverberation is becoming an increasingly common problem in today’s society, owing to recent trends in modern interior design, for example sound absorbing products such as carpets and curtains are being replaced with hard flooring and blinds. These are highly reflective surfaces and as a result will increase the reverberation time, thus amplifying the ambient sound levels of a room. Hush Acoustics offers a range of solutions to reduce reverberation noise levels, one of which is the Hush Absorber range. This range of acoustic absorber panels have a Class A absorption rating and comply with UK Building Regulations Approved Document E (England & Wales), Section 5 of the Scottish Building Standards (Scotland) and Approved Part G (Northern Ireland) as well as with BB93 Standards for Acoustics in Schools.Robert Crampton, Managing Director of Hush Acoustics, commented, “Our Hush Absorber range is a really popular option with our customers. One of the worst cases of reverberation noise problems I have ever encountered was in a primary school, in particular their multi-use hall and dining area. School assemblies were often a struggle as reverberation noise levels meant speech clarity was poor. After we carried out a site inspection, we recommended the use of our Hush Absorber Panels to bring the school hall reverberation levels in line with BB93 guidelines. After installation, there was a noticeable difference in the levels of reverberation noise and teachers found it easier to present assemblies.”www.hushacoustics.co.uk

Enquiry No 57

Uzin Quality In Islington

Olivers Contracts chose a UZIN system to install luxury vinyl tiles at the Islington Customer Centre. Approximately 900 m2 of old flooring had become contaminated and worn from general foot traffic. Overall, the floor appeared soft and a little unstable.A further concern was that premium luxury vinyl tiles needed to be installed within open and expansive areas containing large windows. Consequently, the floor would be subject to a considerable amount of natural light and potential heat. The floor preparation and installation therefore had to be perfect so Olivers Contracts turned to UZIN’s premium quality product systems to resolve the problems.A Wolff Samba machine with a diamond bits was first used to remove all contamination and loose latex. UZIN PE 280 primer was used to create a barrier between the cementitious subfloor and UZIN NC 110 calcium sulphate based smoothing compound. The luxury vinyl tiles were then installed with UZIN KE 66 high temperature adhesive. The project was completed without any complications.The client was exceptionally pleased with the finish throughout all areas and there hasn’t been any subfloor or product failure since. www.uzin.co.uk

Enquiry No 56

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http://www.hushacoustics.co.uk


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Innovation At Ecobuild – BioSOLAR LaunchedFlat roof manufacturer Bauder officially launched its innovative, combined green roof and PV system offering BioSOLAR this month at Ecobuild. Designed primarily for new build applications where this synergy of solutions is often required to meet planning and BREEAM requirements; the biosolar system can also be retrofitted on many existing roofs without the need for any structural modification to the building.

Now in its 12th year, Ecobuild well and truly lived up to its billing of being the world’s leading event for sustainable design, construction and the built environment - attracting over 40,000 industry professionals during the three day event at ExCeL London and featuring a tantalizing speaker line-up that included TV personality Stephen Fry. Bauder, one of a handful of companies that have been ever-present at Ecobuild since its inception in 2005, also delivered an exclusive new seminar at the event on biosolar roofs and how they can help boost your project’s sustainability credentials, as well as the potential design and installation pitfalls to be aware of.

Designs that do not perform optimally for both technologies are often as a result of people assuming the solar panels require more technical input than the green roof; however getting the green roof element wrong can mean the vegetation is forced to grow around the panels, resulting in shadowing and therefore reduced energy generation. The integration of PV and green roof technologies requires skill, expert

understanding and ultimately a collaborative approach throughout the survey, design and installation process from all project stakeholders to ensure the maximum benefit for the building owner. With Bauder able to perform a free survey of your roof area and supply all of the waterproofing, green roof and PV elements, it gives you total confidence that this energy efficient and cohesive solution is the right one for your project.

Bauder’s BioSOLAR system uses the substrate and vegetation to provide the ballasted installation mechanism, removing the need to penetrate the waterproofing to secure the mounting units to the roof and simultaneously making the most of the available area for vegetation, enabling the entire roof to qualify as a biodiverse green roof. Another key feature of this unique system, which was shortlisted for Ecobuild’s ‘Big Innovation Pitch’ in association with Marks & Spencer, is that the front edge of the polycrystalline PV panel is raised 300mm above the finished green roof level, allowing light and moisture to reach beneath the modules whilst ensuring the mature vegetation will not shade the panels and can be easily maintained. The mixture of sunny, shaded and sheltered areas together with a variable depth of FLL compliant extensive substrate gives a matrix of different habitats that allow a broader range of plant species to thrive, and a rich foraging environment for bees and insects.

If you missed Bauder’s biosolar seminar at Ecobuild and want to learn more about how a biosolar roof could benefit your future projects please contact Bauder on 0845 271 8800 to arrange a bespoke CPD seminar on this new technology that can be delivered at your offices or alternatively visit the following website: www.bauder.co.uk/renewables/biosolar-system.

Enquiry No 58

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Kemper’s Towering Achievement At Clifton Suspension BridgeKemper System’s Kemperol cold liquid applied waterproofing membranes have played a vital role in protecting the iconic towers of the Grade I listed Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol as part of a refurbishment project. The scheme involved repointing and restoration of the sandstone structures, along with cathodic protection for the Bath Stone pillars and painting of the bridge chains.

Specialist contractor, Rateavon Ltd, was appointed to waterproof the towers’ platforms and refurbish the gutters for each tower, selecting Kemperol 2K-PUR and V210 to carry out the work. Rateavon began by removing the existing bitumen coating from the towers’ cast iron gutters, using Kemper System’s solvent-free Kemperol 2K-PUR to replace it.

There are limited falls to the gutters and are prone to standing water so the Kemperol system was chosen for its durability in these conditions and the longevity it offers with a BBA-accredited 25 year service life. The contractor also selected Kemperol 2K-PUR for its compatibility with the zinc primer used to prepare the cast iron substrate and ease of application to the vertical surfaces.

For the tower platforms, Rateavon selected Kemper System’s Kemperol V210, carrying out the refurbishment as an overlay of the

existing mastic asphalt substrate. Used for maintenance access, the platforms sit above the towers’ electrical infrastructure, so ensuring a durable and leak-free surface is critical.

Rateavon raised the cable trays on each section of the platforms to enable the application of the Kemperol V210 resin. The resin is cold applied, without the fire risk of hot works, in a single wet-on-wet process that ensures complete saturation of the reinforcement fleece; and cures to form a flexible monolithic membrane that is UV stable and bonds directly to the substrate.

Comments Tom Smidek from Rateavon: “This project combined the challenges of a listed structure, an exposed installation and working at height; and Kemper System was able to provide a solution to meet all these requirements. The new Kemperol surfaces will provide a long-term waterproofing solution with no risk of uplift and a visual appearance that matches the structures’ original design.”www.kempersystem.co.uk

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Axter Ltd are proud to have provided the waterproofing for Centenary Quay, Crest Nicholson’s vibrant development on Southampton’s waterfront, including 102 apartments with high rise penthouse flats, retail and commercial space.Utilising their Wilotekt Plus system on the podium, to deliver a reliable waterproofing system robust enough to accommodate the water feature and fully accessible amenity space above. Axter also developed a bespoke bio-diverse living roof specification to complement the natural coastal surroundings. This included specially selected grass and flower species, chosen for their ability to withstand windy coastal conditions.www.axter.co.uk

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Axter Waterproofing At Centenary Quay

Dallmer Introduces ‘Red Zone’ Roof Drain

We are constantly being warned about the potential consequences of Climate Change and the risk of more frequent extreme weather events but are offered few lasting solutions other than “cutting carbon emissions” – which is why Dallmer has introduced its high capacity ‘Red’ Drain. The unit’s red colour identifies it as a separate system from the conventional flat roof drainage and is intended to provide overflow when the main outlets are being overwhelmed. Crucially, the versatile design can be connected to chutes or to pipework in gravity or siphonic systems. This clears excess storm-water quickly before it can find vulnerable joints (typically where the waterproofing meets upstands) or exert excess structural loads. The ‘Red’ Drain will either be situated on the flat roof itself or within a box gutter where it can be adjusted to work when the standing water has reached an excess depth of typically 30 mm up to a maximum of 100mm. Furthermore, because of the ‘Red’ Drain’s design it compensates for the tendency of secondary drainage systems to silt up through their occasional usage. This height adjustability can be of particular importance if the primary drainage system is siphonic as setting the overflow too low could rob the siphonic system of water, admitting air and rendering it ineffective. www.dallmer.de/en

Enquiry No 61

Yeoman Rainguard Help Reduce Maintenance Costs At Local Rugby Club

Yeoman Rainguard Rainwater Systems were first choice when a local rugby club, West Leeds RUFC, required an attractive yet durable system as part of the club house refurbishment plans. The refurbishment work was carried out by S & C Builders of Wortley (Leeds) who along with extensive alterations to the interior of the club house also made a dramatic change to the grounds and exterior. As well as new aluminium windows and door sets, rendering, car park and patio resurfacing and disabled access a new durable and stylish aluminium rainwater system and fascia manufactured and supplied by Yeoman Rainguard was installed.

75mm dia. down pipes and 125 x 100mm MOG gutters from Yeoman Rainguard’s eco-friendly SL range were installed and complemented with a motif and a specially fabricated rainwater hopper with a smooth finish in RAL 7016 – an Anthracite Grey Colour – exactly matching the windows and doors whilst offering a pleasing contrast to the rendering. The timber fascia to the Club House which is various sizes around the roof line has been clad in bespoke “L” shaped aluminium fascia manufactured at Yeoman Rainguard’s workshops, again in a matching Anthracite Grey. The whole refurbishment, including the fitting of a sustainable rainwater system will dramatically reduce maintenance costs and also, as the building has become less demanding maintenance wise, will save many hours of work by volunteers. www.rainguard.co.uk

Enquiry No 62

http://www.axter.co.uk

http://www.dallmer.de/en

http://www.rainguard.co.uk


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Kemper System Provides A Membrane Fit For A Mayor

Kemper System’s Kemperol V210 cold liquid applied waterproofing membrane has been used to overlay part of the roof at the Grade I listed Mansion House, the residence and offices of the Lord Mayor of London.Completed in 1758, Mansion House is one of London’s most iconic buildings and the latest City of London Corporation property to be refurbished using Kemper System membranes, following the recent success of a Kemperol overlay at the Guildhall Library.

The speed and ease of installation, BBA-accredited service life and performance demonstrated by Kemperol liquid waterproofing systems at the Guild Hall scheme made it a natural choice when the mansard roof above staff quarters at Mansion House began to show signs of water ingress.

The area of roof in question had an inverted build up that had last been refurbished around 40 years ago. To address the water ingress issues, contractor, A&L Roofing Services, first removed the stone cladding and insulation to access the failing membrane.

Holes and cracks in the membrane were filled and the substrate was cleaned and prepared with primer. The contractor then installed the Kemperol V210 membrane as an overlay to the existing substrate removing the cost and logistics needed to strip out and transport the old membrane to landfill.

The Kemperol V210 resin was cold applied in a single wet-on-wet process that ensures complete saturation of the reinforcement fleece. It was allowed to cure, forming a flexible monolithic membrane that bonds directly to the substrate, before A&L Roofing Services completed the roof refurbishment, reusing the existing insulation and stone cladding.

Comments Lee Lane from A&L Roofing Services, “The project involved numerous challenges, including secure access to site and static plant on the roof that could not be moved or raised. Using the Kemperol V210 membrane from Kemper System meant that there was no requirement for hot works or cumbersome equipment. It also enabled us to ensure excellent waterproofing integrity around all the details for a robust and durable solution that will protect this historic building for a BBA certified period of at least 25 years.” www.kempersystem.co.uk

Enquiry No 63

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

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

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Access CoversAccess Vs AestheticsHowe Green’s Richard Centa says compromise is not always necessary, as long as access to building services is well designed and a focus on quality is always maintained.

Industry leading manufacturer of access covers for floors, walls and ceilings, Howe Green is a family-run business that, for over 30 years, has focused on providing architects, specifiers and contractors with reliable solutions to gaining access to services points and utilities in buildings across the world. Sales and Marketing Director Richard Centa shares his access recommendations and experience of leaving it to last.

A virtually invisible challengeAccess is an issue to address at some point in almost every build project, whether new or refurb. How do we make sure reliable and easy access to services is provided and at the same time, ensure the aesthetics remain protected? Whether working on The Shard, London Bridge or the next supermarket store opening, our collective challenge is to design, manufacture and install the most reliable but importantly, the most invisible solution.

Ugly consequencesThe consequences of not considering service access properly or early enough in the process can get quite ugly. It often falls to the contractor to solve the issue of access as part of the flooring phase, and we have seen many examples of access covers blighting

the flooring landscape, even in some very high profile locations. Flooring can account for a big chunk of the budget and is such an important factor in the overall interior aesthetic. We frequently see access covers breaking tile grids, hatches positioned at random angles and vast mazes of unsightly covers creating unwanted features, and almost all could have been avoided with the right solution and a little planning.

The minimal footprintWe manufacture aluminium and stainless steel access covers in multipart configurations as well as in single units and duct covers. Where several service points are involved, a multipart solution can give a more discreet access cover footprint as well as a more cost-effective option. All our hatches and frames can be made to fit an exact size and shape, to mirror tile grids for example. This level of accuracy can help speed up installation times because hardly any cutting on the site is needed. Plus, it obviously produces a much more visually pleasing result. Our minimalist barrel-style lifting points help further hone the show edge and are a popular option for contemporary interiors.

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continuum in accordance with the DDA and helps prevent slips and trips. The quality of materials and precision of manufacture are the most important factors here in my opinion. We make access covers using high-quality materials and to exacting standards using the latest CNC technology. This, coupled with rigid and robust testing ensures they will not bow, bend or distort in any way once installed, unlike many imports available on the market. Our covers are also double sealed to prevent the ingress of dirt and moisture and to better maintain the structural integrity of the sub floor. A quality access covers will last the lifetime of the building.

Uplifting solutionsAccess covers don’t have to be square or rectangular. The vast majority of the covers we make are, but we also design and manufacture circular covers and a range of shaped and bespoke solutions for unique settings and access requirements. Some covers feature power or data points, some incorporate lighting, some have panels to match the surrounding floor, some have contrasting inset panels. Every Howe Green cover is made to order without a price premium or longer lead-time. Special orders are standard to us, we can turn them around very quickly and vitally, it means that the solution always fits.

Weighty IssuesIt is important to consider the amount the cover will weigh when installed and where loads are excessive, the use of hydraulic lifting devices can solve the problem. A lifting device like Cover Skate will also address this issue and help make lighter work of heavy floor access covers. There is a 300kg lift from each Cover Skate and lifting keys are available to suit other manufacturers covers which make it more of a universal solution. Hinged covers with assisted lift or gas hinges are the most labour-saving option and can be equally time-saving anywhere regular access is needed.www.accesscovers.co.uk

Enquiry No 65

Floor Access Cover Checklist:

• What is the final floor finish to be i.e. hard-flooring or flexible floor covering?

• Will the unit be designed to suit the clear opening or the overall frame size?

• What load will the unit be required to support?

• Is the unit to be un-sealed or double-sealed?• What visible edge appearance is required?• Does the cover need to offer fire resistance?• How is the cover to be opened and secured?• If heavy, how will it be lifted?• Are there any other special requirements i.e.

cable outlets?

A maze of unsightly covers can create an unwanted and unsightly flooring feature

Covers can be made to fit tile grids for easier installation and a better looking end result.

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50 [ FLOORS

Mapei Launches New Adesilex P9 Express To Its Tiling Adhesive Range

Mapei UK has launched its new adhesive - Adesilex P9 Express to its existing Adesilex product range. Adesilex P9 Express is a cement based, rapid-setting adhesive, ideal for the internal and external installation of porcelain, ceramic and non-moisture sensitive natural stone materials to floors. Whereas Mapei’s existing Adesilex P9 adhesive is best suited for the bonding of interior and exterior ceramic tiles and mosaics on walls. The new adhesive can fix tiles to suitably prepared timber substrates such as 15mm overlaid plywood floors. Floors containing wet or electrical underfloor heating systems are also suitable substrates for the bonding of tiles using Adesilex P9 Express. Adesilex P9 Express has a high performance ‘Fast Track’ formulation so the setting time is 4 hours which is ideal for areas subject to high foot-traffic. Each product is supplied in 20kg bags and is available in white and grey colours. Alongside new Adesilex P9 Express, Mapei’s Adesilex family now consists of Adesilex P9, Adesilex P10 for mosaic fixing and Adesilex P4 for large format tiling on floors. For more information about Mapei ceramic products and training days, please visit www.mapei.co.uk, email [email protected] or tel. +44 (0)121 508 6970.

Enquiry No 67

Remmers Deliver Food Grade FlooringHygienic food grade flooring was required to the automated filling and packaging lines at the relocated premises of Nature Delivered (www.graze.com).

A number of steel structure mezzanines were constructed. Each mezzanine level required a complicated matrix of cross falls within the sub-screed and a hard wearing, hygienic, slip-resistant resin floor finish, with integral perimeter coving.

Due to the fast track nature of the build process, an epoxy damp-proof membrane was required prior to installation of the resin finishes. Remmers Haftfest Polymer was added to the sand/cement screed to improve its performance characteristics, increasing compressive strength and reducing the potential for drying shrinkage cracking.

The screed was laid to falls and subsequently primed with 2 coats of Epoxy MT100 damp-proof membrane and topped with a nominal 8mm thick layer of Remmers Crete HF hard wearing polyurethane screed. www.remmers.co.uk

Enquiry No 66

Sika Provides Total Corrosion Management At £12.9M Restoration

Over the past four years, Southwark Council has invested £326 million into ensuring every one of its homes is warm, dry and safe by 2016. At the Four Squares Estate in Bermondsey, South London, Sika has supplied a Total Corrosion Management solution during the £12.9 million regeneration of four housing blocks. Large areas of previously uncoated concrete were exhibiting reinforcement corrosion.With the tests showing the system successfully encapsulated and protected the reinforcement, the corrosion inhibitor was included in Sika’s comprehensive Total Corrosion Management specification that also comprised repair mortars and protective coatings. Sika Ferrogard 903+ penetrates the concrete to provide a protective layer around steel reinforcement whilst maintaining the aesthetics of the structure. Specialist contractor Barwin then applied the two part Sika® MonoTop® to make repairs to the damaged concrete frame. The system’s first layer inhibited corrosion and improved the lifespan of the steel reinforcement, whilst also acting as a bonding bridge for the second layer – a repair and re-profiling mortar. To provide a final layer of weather protection, SikaGard was also applied. www.sika.co.uk.

Enquiry No 68

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http://www.graze.com

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PROJECTS [ 51

Thermoblock Premieres In Leicester Square ProjectThe refurbishment of a landmark listed property on London’s Leicester Square has seen Marmox Thermoblocks specified in very large quantities for an unusual application. Number 48 Leicester Square is being completely redeveloped behind the retained 1920s stone façade. Pivotal to this radical reconstruction has been the need to stabilize and strengthen the outer elevations which had been badly weakened by previous alterations over the past century.

With a full facade retention structure in place and the basement area framed by a retaining wall, the project team's solution involved raising an internal inner blockwork wall using aerated concrete. This is intended to improve the thermal performance of the exterior elevations as well as their regularity and soundness, while taking up the minimum interior space. As part of this, the project team elected to make use of the Marmox Thermoblocks as a means of minimizing heat loss at the critical floor wall junction.

The 600 mm long insulation units incorporate mini columns of high strength, low conductivity concrete to support the load of the wall above while the low lambda value insulation virtually eliminates the path for cold-bridging. They are laid using normal bricklaying mortar with special Marmox Multibond sealant used to secure and seal the stepped joints while an integral layer of mesh on the upper and lower surfaces offers a good mortar bond for block-laying to continue in the conventional manner. In total over 1000 of the 640X140X65 mm Thermoblocks helped create a continuous horizontal thermal break beneath the new wall rising from the basement of 48 Leicester Square: ensuring it will meet the current Building Regulations and that the structure will endure for many decades to come. www.marmox.co.uk

Enquiry No 70

SE Controls’ Smoke And Natural Ventilation For Pretoria’s New Agrivaal Building

The new energy efficient Agrivaal building in Pretoria’s Tshwane Central Business District is using advanced natural ventilation and smoke control solutions from SE Controls to maintain a comfortable indoor environment while improving safety by ensuring escape routes are smoke free in the event of a fire. The new 10-storey office block integrates with the original 75 year old Agrivaal building, a site of national heritage importance. The new building incorporates a range of energy saving technologies as part of its design and construction, including recycled materials, water harvesting, energy efficient lighting and the use of natural ventilation, which enabled it to achieve a prestigious 4 Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa. SE Controls Africa, based in Durban, worked closely with the project’s fire and engineering consultants WSP Consulting Engineers from the initial concept stage, as well as ventilation contractors, Robertson Ventilation Industries, to develop the combined high level smoke and natural ventilation solution for the building. The system incorporates an NVLogiQ carbon dioxide sensor and environmental monitor for natural ventilation, as well as a SHEVTEC smoke control panel and 10 SECO N 24 40 chain actuators, which automatically open and close the centre pivot windows in the atrium to vent stale air or smoke from the building. In normal operation, NVLogiQ sensor monitors the temperature, carbon dioxide levels and relative humidity and signals the actuators to incrementally open or close the windows, if the parameters go beyond preset points. In the event of a fire, the SHEVTEC control panel takes a signal from the building’s fire and smoke alarm system, which overrides the natural ventilation system and triggers the actuators to fully open the window to vent smoke from the building. www.secontrols.com

Enquiry No 69

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http://www.marmox.co.uk

comar5P.i ADVANCED

Comar’s Design Team brief was to specifically meet architectural demands; low U-values, matching slim sight lines for both the casement and tilt/turn windows, large glazing pocket for acoustic glass, Secured by Design and large sizes. For our fabrication and contractor partners, performance with built in fast-track fabrication and installation.

The technology from the Comar 9P.i system has been incorporated into the Comar 5P.i window range. This ensures the Comar 5P.i Advanced Casement and Tilt/Turn window system integrates seamlessly into Comar 9P.i framing and creates the option for standalone high performance windows, up to 2.5m high with U-values as low at 0.77. BIM Models available at Comar Partners: www.comar-alu.co.uk/login/.

Latest Thermal Break Technology Produces the Next Generation of Windows.

For more information about comar5P.i ADVANCED please contact us:

Tel: 0208 8685 9685Email: [email protected]: www.comar-alu.co.uk

Notes from the Comar design team...

The latest thermal break technology including foam.

Fast-track semi unitised construction for floor to

ceiling glazing.

Windows hang direct from the Comar 9P.i Frame as well as rebated doors.

With thermal foam and triple glazing, U-values are reduced to 0.77, creating a

future proof solution.

BIM ready.

Large 62mm glazing pocket for acoustic or triple glazed glass.

Slim sight lines for both the casement

and tilt/turn.

ARCHITECTURAL ALUMINIUM SYSTEMS

Enquiry No 71

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