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PERMAROCK Expand External Wall Insulation Accreditation

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CONTENTSFloors & Walls/Internal PartitionsRefurbishment & New BuildRoofing, Cladding & InsulationDoors & WindowsFires, Stoves & SurroundsDrainage & Waste WaterManagement/Rainwater HarvestingExternal Works & LandscapingSliding & Bi-folding Doors &WindowsRadiators & Towel RailsSolar Energy / Chimneys / FluesHeat PumpsHeat Recovery & VentilationBathrooms & KitchensFire Protection, Safety & SecurityProduct & Business News


PermaRock’s latest BRE-CertificationCertificate (Certificate No. 158/12)was issued in early June 2012 andexpands on PermaRock’s existingscope of external wall insulation andrender systems which are third-partyaccredited, replacing PermaRock’sprevious BRE (WIMLAS) Certificates029/95 + 041/97.The new certificate coversPermaRock’s Mineral Fibre, Phenolic,EPS (White), EPS-Premium (Grey),Track-EPS (Rail) External WallInsulation Systems and PermaRendexterior render systems forapplication to external vertical wallsof new or existing buildings ofmasonry, dense concrete, timber orlight gauge steel frame construction.Carrier rails can be used inconjunction with expandedpolystyrene to provide a 20mmdrained cavity where required.

PermaRock’s commitment todelivering the highest qualitysystems with the very best in termsof technical performance is reflectedin the Company's investment inUKAS certification of its key externalwall insulation systems.

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The Calvos trousers is targeted at “theyoung and smart crafts-man, whomay already be familiar with theMascotYoung range”, and introducesa knee pad trouser without holsterpockets. The trousers have spaciousand durable knee pad pockets madefrom the thoroughly tested andhardwearing Cordura fabric, which isseven times more durable thancotton. Features include practicalpockets for tools, rulers and mobilephones, similar to the other modelsin the Mascot Young range.The trousers are available in dark navy,black, dark anthracite, and darkolive.

For your chance to win a pair of trousers answer thefollowing question:What are the knee pad pockets made from?Email your answer to [email protected] (closing date 24 July 2012)

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In the annual Flooring Industry Awards, organised by the Contract Flooring Association andits official journal CFJ, Forbo Flooring was voted Manufacturer of the Year 2012 by flooringprofessionals from across the UK.

With an extensive portfolio of market leading flooring products, Forbo has won individualproduct category awards in previous years, but this is the very first time the company hasscooped the much coveted Manufacturer of the Year title which recognises every aspect ofits performance from the customer’s perspective.

A delighted Angus Fotheringhame, General Manager of Forbo Flooring UK said: “We’reabsolutely thrilled to have been voted the UK’s Number One Flooring Manufacturer by thenation’s flooring professionals. We are not resting on our laurels and we are constantlystriving to improve our levels of service, launch innovative new products and above allconstantly improve the environmental performance across our entire portfolio of products.June alone saw five new product launches including new ranges of Sarlon acoustic vinyl,Tessera Weave carpet tiles, Flotex Metro, Coral Welcome and Nuway Grid.”

For details of Forbo’s new modular product portfo-lio please visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/modularity or to request a sample folder please call 0844 822 3928

“Angus Fotheringhame, General Manager of Forbo Flooring UK receivesthe 2012 Manufacturer of the Year Award from Richard Catt, CEO of the

Contract Flooring Association”

Forbo voted Flooring Manufacturer of the Year

AltroScreed QuartzTM resin flooring has been used in many areas in the new state-of-the-artLlanwern High School, in Newport, South Wales.

HLM designed the new structure, and its aim was to create a robust, hard-wearingenvironment which was also fun and colourful. The school is an H-shaped construction, witha north and south wing wrapped around a central glass-roofed atrium. Each of the wingshas its own colour scheme; the north uses warm colours such as reds and purples and thesouth cooler greens and blues.

Janine Gemmell, interior designer at HLM, commented: “The AltroScreed Quartz flooringfor the school was chosen after a great deal of research by the client, and they visited a lotof schools before deciding what they wanted. They looked at lino and tiles, but finally theychose resin because it is seamless, hard wearing and a great looking alternative. “We selected a soft, neutral grey AltroScreed Quartz for the circulation areas and then forother areas we chose shades to match their colour schemes. This product has a superb rangeof decorative coloured quartz which can be incorporated for a lovely looking finish.”

AltroScreed Quartz is a three-part, solvent-free system in which blended decorative quartzaggregate is bound with clear epoxy resin and finished with clear seal coats. The productprovides a high-strength, chemically resistant decorative floor surface that can be coved andlaid to drainage falls. It is available in 4mm or 6mm thickness.

Tel: 01462 489308 Web: www.altro.co.uk

Altro Flooring is first-class investment at state-of-the-art school

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Prevent Slips, Trips & FallsIf you’re looking for Anti Slip Flooring, then you need to look no furtherthan Step On Safety Ltd.

We deliver our promisesSTEP ON SAFETY LIMITEDTel: 01206 396446 • Fax : 0870 803 2456Email: [email protected]: www.steponsafety.co.uk

Basement Waterproofing DesignSafeguard Europe LtdBasement waterproofing specifications from Safeguard EuropeLtd for newbuild and refurbishment projects. Using Vandexcementitious waterproofing products and Oldroyd cavity drainagemembranes the specifier can choose a system which preciselymeets the requirements of their design criteria. Internal, externaland piled wall solutions are available.

Safeguard provide technical advice as well as CAD drawings, NBSclauses and datasheets. Basement waterproofing CPD seminarsare offered free-of-charge to architects and specifiers. ContactSafeguard for more information by telephone or email, or visit thededicated basement waterproofing website at www.cellars.co.uk.

Tel: 01403 210204Email: [email protected]: www.cellars.co.uk

Howe GreenHowe Green’s 5000 and 7500 Series aluminium access covers have been installed inboth the North and South Terminal buildings of the first urban cable car in the UK.

Terrazzo flooring contractor TRI, chose Howe Green’s aluminium covers to provide easy,reliable and durable access to essential under-floor services for The Emirates Air Line;Transport for London’s gondola link across the River Thames from the GreenwichPeninsula to the Royal Docks.

Howe Green’s 5000 and 7500 Series aluminium panels are tamper resistant and double-sealed for safety and hygiene and sit flush with the floor to prevent slips and trips.They are also exceptionally hardy, making them ideal for the high levels of trafficexpected to use the link, which connects two important Olympic sites.

Howe Green also designed and fabricated a bespoke decorative trim for the project. Analuminium bar with special anchors was made featuring a semi-circular section with a10-metre radius and a 6mm visible edge. The company’s technical team worked closelywith client TRI and added anchors on one side only to accommodate a 20mm StrataGranazzo floor tile - making tiling up to it much quicker and easier on site.

“We’ve worked with Howe Green for over 20 years” commented Simon Petrou, TRI’sCommercial Director “That says an awful lot about the company and the excellentstandard of manufacture, service and support we get from them.” Web: www.howegreen.com

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complete solution, containingeverything needed, includingmaterials, accessories, fixingsand even rubber gloves whereneeded.The kits are: • Complete Boxed Rising DampControl System: based onWykamol’s Ultracure ™ siliconeemulsion cream for injectioninto masonry without the use ofhigh pressure equipment.• Complete WaterproofMembrane Systems: with DryMesh and Baseline 8mmmembrane, tape, fixings etc

• Enviroseal water repellentliquid silicone

• Technoseal damp-proof paintfor walls and floors

• SBR Latex waterproofingadditive for cementitious mix

• Complete boxed MouldEradication and PreventionSystem

Wykamol has been marketleader in water proofing andremedial treatments for buildingand construction for over 70years. Its range includesmembranes and other productsfor basement restoration as wellas new-build basements andgeneral below-groundwaterproofing.

Wykamol launches a complete range of damp solving products

Builders can tackle a whole range of damp related jobs andrenovating jobs with a range of convenient all-in-one kitsfrom Wykamol now available over the counter. There is a

point of sale stand with a leaflet dispenser containing easyinstallation instructions for each of the seven products.


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HOPPE - The K42 Keypad

HOPPE (UK), the manufacturer synonymous with innovation, quality and performance in hardware forthe window and door and architectural sectors, is delighted to bolster its Access Controls offering withthe introduction of the Siemens K42 Surface Mount Keypad.

Referred to across the industry as ‘the keypad of choice’ Nigel Gray, Access Control Manager for HOPPE(UK) Ltd explains why: ”The K42 is the best-selling codelock in the world because it is simple to fit,simple to use and incredibly hardwearing. Suitable for both internal and external usage, the K42 hasthe capacity for two four-digit codes. All programming is done using high security keys for accessdirectly within the unit using jumper pins, making set up and on-going control instantaneous.

“The K42 is ideal for use in hospitals, schools and care homes not only because the two code capacityallows for example one code to be used by building service providers and one by residents, but alsobecause of the ease of use combined with its robust vandal resistant qualities.

“As well as offering the standalone K42 Keypad, HOPPE has also pulled together a range of kits whichinclude the K42 as well as complementary products that we believe will prove most beneficial for ourcustomers. These include a Mortice ANSI Strike Kit, a Mini Magnet Single or Double Kit and a StandardSingle or Double Magnet Kit 500kg. At HOPPE we believe in offering our customers solutions beforethey encounter a problem and believe the K42 and range of complementary kits will do just that.”

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These anti-rust, pre-tensioned steel securitydoors with an insulated core and a uniqueexpander side frame for fast, easy fitment come direct from the manufacturer and can besupplied in any RAL or BS colour and to yourexact specification in as little as three workingdays. They are available in single, double anddoor-and-a-half sets for use as personnel or fire exits and carry a full warranty on doors,furniture and accessories. Internal and externalacoustic doors also available. For full informationcall 01524 812121, email [email protected] visit www.strongdor.com

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Comar 7 Commercial Doors Passed LPS 1175 & BS EN 1627

Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems are pleased to announce that our Comar 7 Commercial Door has passed LPS 1175 SR 2 and the new security standard BS EN 1627 Class 3.

LPCB stands for Loss Prevention Certification Board – a certification brand of BRE Global Limited . The LPCB List of Approved Fire & Security Products and Services – “The Red Book” is an essential reference for specifiers, regulators, designers and end users of fire and security products and services.

BS EN 1627 is the new European security standard that has recently been ratified by all member states. Achieving EN 1627 to Class 3, for aluminium door-sets offers optimum security and ensures that Comar 7 door-sets meet the very latest security demands.

For further information about Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, please contact Comar on 020 8685 9685 or email [email protected]

30,000 Children trap and seriously injure their fingers in doors every year and more than 1500 of these children will need surgery, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (ROSPA).

Leaderflush Shapland, the UK’s leading bespoke performance doorset manufacturer, offers Sentinel – the innovative hand and finger protection doorset specifically designed to help guard against hand and finger injury. Sentinel is ideal for all educational environments, nurseries, schools, colleges and universities.

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Charnwood – Exceptional Wood Burning Stoves

With gas and oil prices rocketing, Charnwood wood-burning stoves are leading the chargeagainst escalating bills and rising fuel emissions. Not only can they yield up to 30% savingson costs but can give your home a lower SAP rating, burn renewable fuel and are CO2neutral.

Charnwood stoves are British made and fully tested to conform to EN13240. There aremodels to suit virtually every home heating requirement; from pure room heating to fullcentral heating boiler models (Cove 2b pictured). The range now includes models that areapproved for use in smoke control areas – meaning you can legally and safely burn logs intowns and cities throughout the UK.

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New concept in rainwaterharvesting systems Polypipe, the UK’s leading manufacturerof plastic sustainable drainage and watermanagement products, is responding tothe growing need for sustainablerainwater re-use systems through thelaunch of its Rainstream RXL.Rainstream RXL high volume waterstorage tanks are available with anoptional anti-bacterial lining and havebeen expertly engineered using the sametechnology as Polypipe’s popularRidgistorm-XL large diameter pipes.The Rainstream RXL tank’s modulardesign allows any storage capacity to becreated and features an integral pre-storage filter - eliminating the need tomake connections between the chamberand the tank. Exceptionally strong, Rainstream RXLoffers all the functionality of large-scaleGRP sub surface tanking and in mostcases can be installed using a singlesized granular backfill, as opposed to amore costly concrete support structure.POLYPIPE

SDS Stormwater system fornew manufacturing siteNearly 4000m³ of the GEOlightstormwater management system fromSDS Ltd has been installed for a newMorrisons packing plant in Bridgwater,Somerset. Situated next to a Morrisons’distribution centre, the constructionproject covers over 20 acres,accommodating a 150,000 sq ftpacking warehouse, a 128,000 sq ftfresh warehouse and an 81,000 sq ftproduce warehouse. The GEOlight stormwater managementsystem from SDS is an ultra lightweighthoneycombed preformed modularstructure made from recycled PVCwhich provides an undergroundstormwater storage facility for theapplication of stormwater attenuationor infiltration. The high void rate of upto 97%, high compressive strength ofup to 1000kN/m2 and low resistance towater flow makes GEOlight amaintainable and cost efficient solutionideal for underground storage duringstorm conditions.SDS

Lanes’ sewer repairchallenge is a winnerA challenging section of sewer almost

jeopardised Severn Trent Water’smulti-million pound sewer renewal

scheme in Nottingham, until the LanesGroup came up with a clever — and

award-winning — solution.

The project in Upper Parliament Street,which involved relining just 6-metres ofsewer with a contract value of just£14,500, was voted overall winner inthe UKSTT’s 2012 award in the ‘SmallScheme’ category.No one had been prepared to tackle thecrucial repair. The sewer was badlydilapidated with missing and loosebricks, including at the crown, but thereal challenge was the changing shapeand size of the sewer — 375mmdiameter round at one end and600>650mm egg-shaped at the other.Ged Healy, project manager at Lanes,

takes up the story: “We had just wonour first contract for STW’s maincontractor, NMCNomenca, to work ona scheme elsewhere when this trickyproblem came up so they asked us tohave a look — a ‘baptism of fire’, I think!“We were confident that we could finda solution because we have relinedplenty of unconventional pipes before,so we put our heads together and cameup with a plan. Like all the best ideas, itturned out to be simple, yet effective.”A 600mm section of 450mm diameter,twin wall, plastic pipe was fitted flushup to the brick face of the existing375mm pipe and secured in place witha 375>450 tapered patch wrappedaround the packer and then inflated tothe 450mm diameter pipe. This createda structurally sealed extension to the375mm pipe that overlapped 100mminto the patched section of the brick eggsewer.Due to the thickness of the twin wallplastic pipe, this now left a 50mm voidbetween the twin wall and newly-linedbrick egg. Injecting this with expandingfoam filled the void, supported theextended pipe and pushed against thebrickwork, securing loose bricks andproviding structural integrity. Excessfoam was cut back and the face of itsealed with render. (see photo).LANES FOR DRAINS


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Almost 26 km2 of expanded aluminium fromRMIG has been used to create a unique exteriorto Poland’s National Stadium in Warsaw, whichis not only home to the Polish football team, butalso staged the opening ceremony of the UEFAEuro 2012 competition, hosted jointly withUkraine.The new UEFA category 4 stadium has a maximumseating capacity of more than 72,000, when usedfor concerts and entertainment events and wasdesigned by the international architecturalconsortium of JSK Architekci and Gerkan, Marg andPartners in collaboration with Schlaich Bergermann& Partner GmbH.The expanded aluminium façade sits above thestadium’s lower level glazed section and is paintedin a red and white colour scheme, which representsPoland’s national colours and the waving of thecountry’s flag, as the exterior panels are installedat subtle angles with each layer alternating withthe adjacent levels above and below.As the stadium is designed as an open structure to

provide natural ventilation to spectators andcompetitors, even when the venue’s innovativefolding roof is closed, the exterior cladding fromRMIG not only enables air to flow through thestructure, but also provides a semi-transparent anddurable external skin that allows internal lightingto show through.More than 9,000 individual anodised aluminiumpanels were manufactured by RMIG to extremelytight tolerances. This was an advantage inconnection with the on-site installation andenabled the complete external mesh to be readilysecured to the internal aluminium supportstructure to provide an integrated corrosion-resistant facade.Each aluminium panel measures 2310mm x1240mm and incorporate a 70mm x 200mm meshwith a 20mm wide bridge. While most are 4mmthick, 784 were produced from slightly thicker5mm material for specific parts of the façadewhere additional strength was required.RMIG’s Project Manager, Anna Siwek, explained:

“The use of expanded aluminium mesh in thisapplication not only creates a highly decorative andversatile solution to the stadium’s exteriorappearance, but also provides a practical benefit inthe venue’s natural ventilation strategy, to helpkeep spectators cool and comfortable.”She added: “While we are regularly involved in highprofile exterior and interior projects, it’s not oftenthat the structures we work on are on view to aworldwide television audience as well as beingfeatured in international media quite so often, sowe’re extremely proud to have been involved in thisproject.”

RMIG has 14 offices in 12 countries andprovides precision engineered perforatedsolutions across the globe to meet the needs ofa range of business sectors and industry groups.Further information on the RMIG Group, itsproduct groups, markets served and themanufacturing solutions it provides can beobtained by visiting www.rmig.com.

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New Hendon Village, LondonA. Proctor Group recently suppliedProfloor Levelling System to CountrysideProperties’ recent developement at NewHendon Village, Colindale, London,NW9. Profloor Levelling System was developedin order that a level, finished floor couldbe laid on a cambered, stepped oruneven sub-floor. The Levelling Systemis used on typical structural concretefloors where differences in level are toogreat for a finished floor. The floor islevelled by inserting packers in eachLevelling Base to adjust the level of thetimber battens and thus create a levelfinished floor, wet trades beingcompletely eliminated. Ideal for newbuild flats and conversions to flatswhere Impact and Airborne soundreduction is mandatory.A. PROCTOR GROUP

Yeoman Shield ‘checks’ in atprestigious new hotelWith over 45 year’s experience YeomanShield’s expertise has helped win manyprestigious contracts including therecently opened £24m flagship Hotel LaTour in Birmingham.The walls of the store room and staffrestroom are covered by Yeoman ShieldWall Protection Panels (Mid Grey)providing an effective solution againstdamage.The hotel’s maintenance managerCharlie Wilson said: “Installing YeomanShield before damage has occurred willhelp us to keep the internal fabric of ournew building in good condition and cutback on the need to spend on expensiveand time consuming remedial work.”YEOMAN SHIELD

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Video Brings To Life Flowcrete’sGREEN Floorzone Solution

A new video from Flowcrete UK putsthe manufacturer’s pioneeringflooring package The GREENFloorzone in the picture – setting outthe system as the most sustainableand complete flooring solutionavailable from a single manufacturer.Available to view athttp://www.flowcrete.co.uk/floorzone-solution/green-floorzone.aspx the videobrings to life a large-scale of model ofThe GREEN Floorzone, which featuresthe substrate through to final floor

finish, with the option of underfloorheating and sound-proofing built-in.Ideal for new build and refurbishmentprojects, this single-source, single-warranty floor build-up programmefeatures a number of sustainableflooring options including choices inresin floor finish and self-levellingscreed, as well as an energy-savingunderfloor heating system and noisereducing acoustic layer. All seamless resin floor finishes aresupported by Flowcrete’s market-

leading and newly enhanced IsocreteFloor Screeds range, which have beengiven a green makeover with a newformulation free from Ordinary PortlandCement (OPC), and manufactured froma high percentage of recycled rawmaterials.An optional element of The GREENFloorzone involves the Isowarmunderfloor heating system, which offersenergy efficient savings of up to 30 percent compared to conventional heatingsystems.

Another optional feature, whichrepresents the first stage of thefloorzone build-up is Isocrete AcousticFoam, which reduces sound transferbetween floors – of benefit for multi-level occupancy buildings.The services of Flowcrete’s internalproject management division can also beimplemented, to ensure the flooringinstallation is completed to the higheststandards, on time and on budget.Ian Jones, Marketing Manager ofFlowcrete UK, said: “At exhibitions thisyear, including Ecobuild, our model ofThe GREEN Floorzone has so farcreated a great deal of interest. “Now we can show to many morespecifers how the system fits togetherand its wide-ranging benefits throughthis video.”The GREEN Floorzone enables specifiersto seamlessly meet the most stringentgreen construction ratings, such asBREEAM.The single source nature of The GREENFloorzone also offers furthersustainability benefits, with all productsarriving on site from one source, with nowastage, and just one contractorresponsible for the entire installation –all covered by one Flowcrete warranty.For more than 30 years, Flowcrete’ssystems have been specified byarchitects and construction professionalsfor schools across the UK.FLOWCRETEEnquiry No.230 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-230


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Surespan is proud to announce thelaunch of a new buy online website forour range of Jakdor access panels andaccessories. Jakdor holds the largest

stock of access panels in the UK, as wellas the facilities to manufacture bespoke

specification panels.

“We are delighted to have launchedwww.jakdor.co.uk as a buy onlineservice and are confident that it willbecome the one-stop-shop for access

products” says Graham Lewis, MarketingDirector. “Whether you are a builder’smerchant, dry lining specialist, architector independent customer, you will findyour access solution here.”Available in standard and bespoke sizes,Jakdor products have been speciallydesigned to allow easy access to anyvoid behind a ceiling or wall. Thisincludes access panels in a variety ofmaterials, such as metal or plasterboarddoor and with a beaded or pictureframe for a dry or wet finish. We alsooffer tile faced, plastic, stainless steel,as well as circular ceiling access panels. Order today and you can have anystandard stock item delivered to yourdoor the next working day anywhere inmainland UK.

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Bringing Town Hall back to lifeLiverpool Town Hall is a historically significantbuilding in the centre of the City. Three of the building’s ballrooms had seenmore footfall than any other part of the TownHall and their floors were beginning to reflectthis. The oak boards were showing signs ofscoring, staining and wear, with many areas nolonger having their original protective seal.To protect the new and refurbished floors, allthree rooms received four coats of Granwax’sHardwax Oil. This finish is a blend of naturaloils and waxes that offers exceptional durabilityand resistance ideal for floors with high levelsof footfall. It also helps to enhance the colourand look of the wood.GRANWAX

Safety matting providesOlympic sized solutionHeronrib matting, manufactured byPlastic Extruders Ltd, is keeping visitorssafe at the El Menzah swimming pool inTunis, Tunisia. The swimming pool formspart of the large Olympic complex.The pool operators were concerned thatthe tiles around the pool and changingroom floors were slippery when wet,especially when large numbers of peoplewere using the facility. SpecialistEuromed Trading advised that thesolution was to install Heronrib matting.Heronrib features an embossed slipresistant surface with impregnated anti-

bacterial and anti-fungal additives. Thisensures that the matting is not only safeunderfoot but also hygienic for bare feetbecause it reduces the risk of cross-contamination. PLASTIC EXTRUDERS LTD


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Complete Helifix servicechosen to secure YouthHostel propertiesA pair of semi-detached houses inHunstanton suffering from bay windowdetachment, brick arch failures, masonrycracking, inadequate new lintels, brickquoin separation from stone at buildingcorners and a lack of lateral restraint, allneeding to be rectified before beingconverted into accommodation by theUK Youth Hostel Association. Repairspecialist Helifix Ltd was chosen as theycould provide a comprehensive surveyand design service, proven structuralrepair systems and a well established,local, approved professional installer. Theconcealed Helifix repair productssympathetically stabilised the propertieswhile allowing normal structuralmovement and avoiding ‘hard spots’ orload path transfer.HELIFIX


Balustrades add value to Marina‘Wow-factor’ styling, and superior service madeSapphire Balustrades the clear choice for glassbalconies and balustrades for 24 new watersideapartments with panoramic river and marinaviews. The Hamptons at Gillingham Marina inKent is situated within the Medway RenaissanceRegeneration Project, a prestigious newresidential and commercial quarter set along thebanks of the River Medway. Sapphire Balustradesmanufactured and installed high quality structuralglass balustrades and stainless steel handrails forexternal and internal applications in thedevelopment, bringing added value and buyerappeal to the luxury landmark development.SAPPHIRE BALUSTRADES

Renderplas Surveys specifiers onsustainabilityA survey of architects and housebuilderscommissioned by Renderplas, the PVCu renderbeading manufacturer, provides an interestinginsight into attitudes to sustainable buildingproducts in the face of increasing environmentalobligations for the construction industry. Thesurvey explored to what extent a product’ssustainability shapes specification, and whethersystem components like external render beadsare subjected to the same environmentalscrutiny as the main building elements such aswindows, walls, and roofs. RENDERPLAS

Fast drying Zinsser primershelp a DIY SOSThe BBC’s DIY SOS team recently tookon their biggest ever build in aid ofChildren in Need. The completerefurbishment of the Norris Green YouthCentre in Liverpool was proudlysupported by Zinsser with their Cover-Stain, All Coat and Bullseye 123 primersused throughout the project. ZinsserCover-Stain, the only primer-sealer thatdries for recoat in one hour, was usedextensively on the graffiti-coveredexterior due to its powerful hidingpower.Cover-Stain has a unique whole houseformulation that delivers full penetrationand flexibility on all surfaces, especiallydimensionally unstable wood siding andtrim, where few oil-based primers cansucceed.ZINSSER

Architect SpecifiesLonza Wood Protection’sTANALITH EPreservative forInnovative Timber Homeon Lake in TheNetherlands

Lonza Wood Protection’s TANALITH E woodpreservative has been used to treat and protect thewood frame supporting an innovative and striking

timber house, known as Daylighthouse 2, in ascenic lakeside location in The Netherlands.

TANALISED E pressure-treated timbercan be specified for both in and out ofground contact applications where thereis a medium to high risk of decay orinsect attack. It provides effective long-term protection against fungal andinsect attack and has provenperformance. The house was designedas a perfect cube of nine by nine by

nine metres by a team from MirckArchitecture, led by Sander Mirck, whoexplains, “We chose the TANALISED EWaxedWood with a built-in waterrepellent because it carries a 30-yearwarranty, and has the best color,strength and texture for the project; weneeded a wood that we could use forload-bearing parts of the building aswell as for the facade.”Daylighthouse 2 is an open-plan housewith three split-level floors. The timberframe, made of FSC certified larchTANALISED E WaxedWood from Forecoof Dalfsen, was prefabricated to cut thetime needed to construct the house.The treated frame supports, woodencladding and joinery are also made fromTANALISED E WaxedWood, and theceilings of untreated okoumé (gaboon)wood. The white-painted windowframes are meranti, an Asian hardwood.Located on the shores of Ijsselmeer, thelargest artificial lake in Western Europe,Daylighthouse 2 overlooks a marshpopulated with wild birds. The architectdesigned the house to blend into thelocal environment and to make themost of the natural light, including largewindows, a full glass facade on thesouth-west side of the ground floor anda glass-roofed ‘winter garden.’ The roofterrace has amazing views across thelake and over to Amsterdam andMarken.ARCH TIMBER


Mastic Asphalt - Contractorof the Year AwardSouthern Counties Roofing ContractorsLtd were delighted to have won the‘Contractor of the Year’ category at the2012 Mastic Asphalt Council Awards.Manufacturers, IKO PLC’s PermaniteAsphalt division, in conjunction withSouthern Counties, put forward theWoodberry Downs Estate in Hackney forthe awards. The project was completedin 2 phases consisting of 800 tonnes ofIKO’s Permaphalt Polymer ModifiedMastic Asphalt. This was used towaterproof the public walkways andprivate balconies of 30 blocks of flats. The existing system consisted of liquidwaterproofing applied over masticasphalt, however the client’s preferencefor the refurbishment was to opt for afull mastic asphalt system. Due to its recycling credentials, theremoved mastic asphalt was transportedto a recycling plant and not to a land-fillsite. IKO

Nullifire products form firebarriers for health centreThe recent construction of a major newhealth centre in Scotland has includedthe use of products from the Nullifirerange, specified for their provenperformance, ease of installation and allround reliability. The Contracts Manager for BSBStructural, Mick Peel, comments:“During the pre-contract period we hadextensive discussions with the projectarchitect and the main contractor,Interserve, both of whom werepersuaded to endorse the use ofNullifire for the fire-stopping becausethe manufacturer was willing to attendsite and take responsibility for checkingthe installation. In the end we used thecompany’s seals in such situations as thepenetrations through the floors andwalls as well as for the fire curtain in theroof.”NULLIFIRE

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Glazing Vision helps wintwo awardsMain contractor City Build and architectsBradshaw Gass & Hope LLP use bespokedesign and installation service of GlazingVision to win two awards for YouthIntervention Centre in Manchester.With awards for ‘Best CommercialBuilding’ and the ultimate prize of‘Building of the Year’ Glazing Vision (GV)provided expert design, manufacture andinstallation services to City Build after in-depth contractual negotiations andtechnical feasibility meetings.David Hamer, Partner at Bradshaw Gass& Hope said “the collaboration andcooperation between all parties involvedwith the project contributed to thebuildings’ success”.Providing a serious challenge to the GVteam because of the overall architecturaldesign of the building, templates weremade after numerous site surveys and itwas decided the best possible productwas an eaves roof light variation on theirtrademarked FlushGlaze system.GLAZING VISIONEnquiry No.411 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-411 Enquiry No.410 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-410

Sapphire Balustrades helpscut construction time andcosts Stylish balconies manufactured offsiteby Sapphire Balustrades helped reduceconstruction time and costs for adevelopment of apartments in southeast London by award-winninghousebuilder Hill Partnerships. EnterpriseHouse in Bromley features bespokebalconies and balustrades based onSapphire’s versatile Crystal glazed systemcombined with aluminium balusters(uprights) powder-coated in a smartslate grey finish. Over 50 projectingbalconies and balustrades weremanufactured in Sapphire’s state-of-the-art offsite production facility anddelivered to site fully assembled readyto be craned into position and fixed tothe façade of the building, saving theneed for scaffolding.SAPPHIRE BALUSTRADES

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GEZE vanishes at portrait galleryThe Scottish National Portrait Gallery inEdinburgh has reopened following a restorationproject and GEZE UK is nowhere to be seen –as its automatic operators have been completelyhidden from view. Two bi-parting sliding all-glass doors were fitted at each entrance,together with two bespoke Slimdrive SLautomatic operators which were adapted toensure they could be completely hidden fromview. The modified operators allowed the doorsto slide in between the steel C sections, so thedoors could disappear into the gap in thesteelwork. This creates the impression that thedoors magically slide into the wall, as well ascreating the maximum possible opening widthin the space available.GEZE

Easy access at council officeSurrey County Hall is home to over 1,500 staffand is also used extensively by members of thepublic accessing a variety of administrativeservices. TORMAX was contracted to install anautomatic folding door to the main entrance,improving access, security and minimisingbottlenecks at key times of the day. TORMAXrecommended replacing the plate-glass, manualswing door with their hi-tech folding doorsystem. Advanced sensors activate the two setsof automatic leaves to fold smoothly and silentlyback, creating a generous entrance whilst thedurable aluminium profile combines withintegrated lip seals to deliver a high level ofsafety whilst still cutting out external drafts.TORMAX


Latest in intelligent door systemsSystem 20 – the latest automatic sliding doorfrom Record (UK) – is the first fully modulardoor system to offer interactive electronics andsimple, user-friendly operation.The system’s modular construction allowsdesigners to specify a wide variety of doorconfigurations – including standard sliding,telescopic, curved and angular – without the highcost of a bespoke operating system. The resultis a high-specification door using one of thequietest door operators currently available.At the heart of System 20 is Record’s proven RIC290 sensor which uses both radar microwavesand active infrared sensors to communicate pro-actively with the door control device. RECORD

Brio Timberoll hardwarejust keeps on rollingBrio has designed its Timberoll range ofbottom rolling hardware to offer thebest solution for fixing timber slidingdoors whether they are cupboard doorsup to 25kg or hefty sliding exteriordoors up to 300kg.Timberoll 25 is designed for residentialor light commercial sliding wood framedglazed or flush, bi-passing cupboard orcabinet and wardrobe sliding doors.Nylon bottom rollers operate onaluminium rails producing a quiet,smooth operation. Standard kits areavailable making this the total cabinetsliding door hardware solution.Timberoll 100 is an external bottomroller sliding window and door hardwaresystem for maximum panel weights upto 100kg and is suited for large slidingwindows or patio sliding doors withtimber framed glazed panels of up to2.4 metres high and 1.8 metres wide.BRIO

Innovators in Lift & Slide TechnologyOlsen Doors & Windows havedeveloped the latest in liftand slide technology – an alltimber corner door withmoving post. This latestproduct, already available inan all aluminium system,enables the whole corner ofa building to be opened withsingle sliding panels up to

3meters wide each. As innovators in the market, Olsen have already developed apanorama lift and slide door, with two panels sliding behind one fixed panel, givingvast openings of up to 6meters.OLSEN UK

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Comar Systems windowrange re-launchWith ever-increasing demands on theperformance of glazing and openingvents, Comar Architectural AluminiumSystems have developed and rigorouslytested their aluminium window systemsto meet the very latest performance andspecification demands, ensuring theirclients have a future proof solution.The Comar range of solutions, Comar5P.i and Comar 9P.i High Performancewindow systems, offers specifiers acomprehensive single source solutionthat achieves an increased range ofwindow sizes. To achieve this ComarSystems have two profile rangesavailable: standard and heavy duty,Comar 9P.i has a top projectedcasement window system with slim84mm profiles that offers maximumheights of 2500mm. Comar 9P.i Tilt andTurn offers side hung, bottom hung ortilt and turn at a maximum height of2400mm. COMAR

Versatile RF1 glazing systemoffers premium aestheticsLorient has introduced a versatile newfire resistant glazing system - RF1. It hasbeen developed in response to strongdemand for a well designed, bead-applied glazing solution for 60 minuteapplications that delivers on style andperformance. Lorient’s latest 60 minute glazing systemRF1 comprises a pair of bead-appliedintumescent glazing seals and anintumescent liner. Its unique designincorporates flexible fins that allow smalltolerances between door, bead and glassthicknesses to be accommodated. Ineveryday use, the RF1 system holdsglass firmly in place which stops theglass from rattling. In a fire, the twoglazing seals and liner expand,preventing the glass from slumping; andalso stopping heat transferring to thetimber, so fire cannot take hold aroundthe edges of the glazing aperture. LORIENT

Intaview - realising yourvisionAs a supplier of Privacy Vision Panels forDoors, Screens and Partitions, IntaviewLtd were contacted by architects, AFL,to provide a solution to the privacy anddignity upgrades on the BroadgreenHospital site. Blinds can be used to provide a solutionto this initiative, but Infection ControlDesign Criteria state that any blinds haveto be integral to a double glazed unit sothat the screen can be easily cleaned toprevent the accumulation of dust andharmful bacteria.The urology ward had a screen betweenthe ward and a waiting area where theprivacy and dignity upgrade required ablind to be installed.Intaview designed a 1.8M wide screenincorporating two blinds operated fromone control mechanism specifically tosuit the existing screen opening in theward.INTAVIEW LTD

Easy as 123An eleven storey mixed-use office andretail scheme in London’s West End isundergoing a refurbishment programme,including a glazing contract byGLASSOLUTIONS – formerly known asSolaglas – to improve natural lightingand energy efficiency. The retrofit programme byGLASSOLUTIONS provides an excellentmodel of delivering sustainability whilstrespecting the aesthetics of the originalbuilding design and materials.GLASSOLUTIONS was brought in at anearly stage in the design process whichenabled the team to create a completemock-up of an existing glazed eightpanel bay, but fitted with new highperformance double glazed sealed unitshoused within bespoke insulated frameextrusions in a structure which alsofeatured specially designed gaskets toachieve water tightness. The designtotally replicated the original style of theunits but delivers improved thermal andacoustic insulation.GLASSOLUTIONS

Velfac glazing installed athousing developmentThe slim frames of VELFAC glazing maximisenatural daylight for residents at the Trees ExtraCare Housing, the first 100% affordabledevelopment to be built in Highgate, Londonfor many years. Trees comprises 40 self-contained flats set in a mature existinglandscape, and has won many prestigiousaccolades since its completion in 2011. Thedevelopment promotes 'neighbourliness' byclustering homes around a dramatic, naturallylit internal atrium, with VELFAC windows usedto maximise daylight within both living andcommunal areas. VELFAC

New TECTUS Hinge - heavy weight contender The latest addition to the SIMONSWERK TECTUS range is the TE645 3D which will carry door weights up to 300kg on just twohinges but still retain all the award winning features of the TECTUShinge range. Although doors of this weight usually require doorpivots or floor springs this new hinge allows doors to be hung inthe normal manner. The TECTUS TE 645 3D is available in a variety of high qualitysurface finishes and for ease of fitting the SIMONSWERK Teamoffer jigs and templates ensuring precision engineered functionalityto match the demanding specifications required for heavy weightdoor projects. The fully concealed flush fitting TECTUS hingerange, with 3D adjustment allowing for a perfect door alignment,now covers carrying capacity door weights from 40kg up to300kg, has smooth action maintenance free slide bearings andoffers excellent burglar resistance. SIMONSWERK

Listers and Rototeaching olddogs new tricksOnce bitten, twice shy. A leopard neverchanges its spots. A rolling stonegathers no moss. Plenty of proverbshold some truth but there are a fewthat can be challenged. In the case ofLister Trade Frames that proverb was,“you can’t teach an old dog new tricks”. Lister Trade Frames had beeninvestigating a roof window supplierthat ticked all the boxes for theirinstallers. They felt that that there wasan opportunity to look at new and

innovative products that presentedbetter opportunities and a greaterscope for their customers. They wereright.

Roto are a company with over 40 yearsof experience in the market place andhave been operating overseas inGermany delivering their revolutionary

pivot window. They decided to breakinto the UK market and they werelooking for UK companies to get on-board with.It appeared to be a perfect fit. Listers embraced this new product andset about the difficult task of changingtheir customer’s mindsets to recognisethat there were alternatives to the moreestablished brands.

“The product spoke for itself,”commented MD Mark warren, “theissue was making sure that ourcustomers understood the benefitsof the Roto roof window.”

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The Garador Design Range is manufactured in the UKto the highest standards of craftsmanship and withall their products Garador offers a superior guaranteeof 10 years.Simon Hipgrave, MD of Garador said; “Today’shomeowners really care about the appearance of theirproperty and are able to choose from thousands of

different designs for front doors, however, the garagedoor has traditionally been plain, until now.“The Garador Design Range will add personality, styleand class to the exterior of their property to makethem proud.”The designs of the range complement the range ofGarador’s “FrontGuard” front doors, which has

recently been upgraded.The doors, which are already proving to be popularwith home owners, not only look stunning, but theyare quality engineered and manufactured from topquality materials.W: www.garador.co.uk

Garador has put the design into garage doorsGarador, the major garage door manufacturer in the UK, has

taken the design of the garage door one step further with thelaunch of its new range of “Design Doors”, which gives a whole

new design choice for the outside appearance of properties.

The range includes nine stylish designs of subtle circular andsquare shapes which are available on Garadors “Design Range

100” – horizontal panels or “Design Range 200” – verticalpanels. And, with a choice of eight colours, white, black,green, blue, steel blue, brown, red and titan metallic, the

Garador Design Range offers something for everyone, and willcompliment the exterior of any home.

Holiday HOTSPOT Hotelrestored to its former gloryOwners at The Cliffe Norton Hotel in Tenby, South Wales called uponsash window renovation experts Ventrolla to renovate the windows of

their impressive early 19th century Grade II listed building.

The strong Welsh winds lashing thePembrokeshire coast had taken their toll onthe windows and they were in dire need ofrestoration.Mr and Mrs Hayward, who run the hotel,had noticed draught and noise problemsrelating to the windows and were worriedabout the impact this was having onholidaymakers staying with them.Firstly, the windows were repaired byreplacing parts of rotten wood from thetimber frames before the unique VentrollaPerimeter Sealing System (VPSS) wasinstalled to eliminate the draughts andrattles. After slotting the sashes back in place, thewindows were left in perfect working order,giving the building a new lease of life.Mr Hayward is delighted the windows arenow draught proofed, reducing noise from

the wind as well as making the hotelwarmer and more comfortable.Mr Hayward said: “Following therenovations, the windows exclude draughtsvery well and I have really felt the benefitof the work carried out. We can now offerwarm, bright and cheerful rooms,spectacular views and a quieter, lessdraughty stay.”Situated just off the Tenby coast, the hoteloffers panoramic views across the FishingHarbour and Goskar Rock, North Beach. Ventrolla offers a bespoke renovationservice for timber sliding sash andcasement windows as well as timber doors.The central office is in Harrogate, NorthYorkshire, with additional offices locatedthroughout the UK and Ireland.VENTROLLA

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Champion of special needsFollowing decades of supplying contractgas fires to local authorities, housingassociations and registered sociallandlords, the Robinson Willey brand hasbecome the ‘Champion of SpecialNeeds’, due to its ability to meet thedemands of the elderly and disabled.A whole host of special features havebeen designed by Robinson Willey toassist the elderly and disabled. Electronic ignition – now widely availableon most RW gas fires - provides instantignition from a top-positioned controland is particularly usefully for the elderly,many of who suffer from arthritis andhave a poor grasp. Likewise, for thosewith severe disabilities, a speciallydesigned control handle is available freeof charge on all RW radiant and outsetfires. This device simply attaches to theheat control to facilitate operation andignition. ROBINSON WILLEY

Crowning gloryStormking’s SmartStack reproductionchimneys are being used to enhancefinishing detail by Taylor Wimpey Groupfor the latest phase of their NewtonLeys development in Milton Keynes.The specification of the reproductionchimneys results from a visit of TaylorWimpey Group Housing PortfolioDirectors to Stormking’s factories inTamworth, where they were impressedby the large scale and quality processeswhich were ideally suited to provide acost effective solution which met thelocal planning requirements and offeredcost saving simplicity of installation onsite. The new Stormking prefabricatedchimneys also incorporate all theabutment and lead apron flashingswhich further simplify installation andwhich are patent pending for theirunique design features. SmartStackchimneys are lightweight yet very robustand impose no extra loading to the roofstructure. STORMKING

It is available with a choice of rusticlogs, birch twigs, Carrara white stonesor Greystone pebble fire beds. Theinterior can be smooth black or blackCeraglass, a mirror-like material whichgives extra dramatic depth to the flamepicture.There are five different versions of theMetro 130XT. Apart from the standard2 dimensional front model, there is asee-through tunnel version, a cornerversion, a 3-sided version (as pictured)or a special XTL corner version. Becauseit comes in so many differentformations, you have the flexibility toinstall it in a traditional chimney, oralternatively to locate it in a roomdividing wall for added impact.Another feature of the fire is that itcomes with some attractive andpractical accessories. With the 3 sidedmodel, you can also have the DRUNova floating hearth, with woodenpanels which, as well as being pleasingto the eye, can also provide usefulstorage space.Just like all DRU balanced flue gas fires,Metro 130XT is operated by electronicremote control with room temperaturesetting. This, together with its highefficiency, means that it makes a seriouscontribution towards saving energycosts.DRUGASAR

New technology, developed at aShropshire-based company, is leadingto a dramatic rise in the number ofhouseholders turning to wood burningstoves as a practical way of cuttingfuel bills whilst finding anenvironmentally-friendly way to heattheir homes. Dennis Kerr, a leadinginstaller of ‘green’ heating systemsexplains how Broseley’s Safety ColdWater System (SCWS) is revolutionisingthe industry.

Until quite recently it was extremely difficult toconnect a wood burning stove to an existingsealedheating system as there were a number ofpractical problems that had to be overcome,particularly in newer properties.Most homes built in the past 30 years or so rely on asealed central heating system. So the connection ofa wood burning stove boiler that requires theinstallation of an open vented system includingmetalfeed and expansion tank,open vent, cold feed and agravity fed heat leak radiatorcan cause extra work andadaptation of an existing sealed heating system if thewood burner is being retrofitted.This is particularly difficult when working in a modernproperty where space is at a premium. What’s more,such a system is difficult to design with lots of extrapipework. Typically, such a system would take aplumber or specialist installer around two days to fit,

on top of the time needed to install the stove itself.As a result, it is not surprising that we would onlycarry out around three or four such installations a year,and then normally in older properties with existingopen vented systems already fitted.That’s all changed with the introduction of Broseley’sSCWS, which enables many of the firm’s boiler stovesto be fitted directly to a sealed system, often withinjust two hours rather than two days!We are now carrying out at least one installation aweek as more people realise the benefits of woodburners and, thanks to the SCWS, they are becomingmuch easier to install in newer properties. In factwood burning stoves are no longer seen as a ruralheating solution but are becoming an increasinglycommon sight in built-up areas and moderndevelopments.The self-build market has seen the fastest growth,especially as environmental issues dominate theheadlines and more people aspire to an eco-friendlylifestyle.The most popular solution is a bi-valent system, whichenables a wood burner to work alongside anotherheat source, such as a conventional gas or oil boiler.This offers the householder the option to use theboiler to provide hot water when they do not havetime to light a fire, or when the weather is warm anda fire would be overpowering.This approach is even more efficient with theintroduction of a thermal store that retains the heatof the fire long after it has gone out to provide hotwater when it is needed. BROSELEY

SAFETY COLD WATERSYSTEM PROVIDES

SIMPLE SOLUTION FORSTOVE INSTALLATION

Metro 130XT - The mostversatile gas fire in the

DRU collectionThe Metro 130XT is part of a series

of contemporary gas fires thatallow you to design the fire to suityour living room. It is a balancedflue gas fire, so it can be installed

with or without a conventionalchimney. At 1.3 metres wide, witha high window and generous heat

output, it is suitable for largerliving spaces.

Enquiry No.424 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-424 Enquiry No.425 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-425


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New division set toignite gas fire industryThe creation of a new Gas FireDivision by the Glen Dimplex Groupthat incorporates Valor, Wonderfireand Robinson Willey, is not only setto rejuvenate these market-leadingleading brands, it is set to stimulatethe UK gas fire industry as a wholeacross both retail and trade sectors.Whilst a well-established pedigree runscommon to all three gas fire brands,their different roles and identities withinthe new Gas Fire Division is clearlydefined following an intense process ofproduct integration and harmonisation.Whereas Wonderfire will be marketedto the retail sector as a premier brand,both Robinson Willey and Valor brandswill target retail and trade sectors,including social housing, with a

comprehensive gas andelectric fire portfolio. Anexclusive retail offering willcontinue to be available viaValor Centres locatednationwide.Newly-appointed CommercialDirector of the Gas FireDivision, Richard Beamanexplains: “Whilst preservingthe identity of each brand, weare delighted to offer a newand streamlined portfolio of

gas and electric fires that is both brandand channel specific. Not only are weable to provide added choice for bothretail and trade sectors, we can breathemuch needed fire into the gas fireindustry as a whole.” Richard adds: “To help reinvigorate thegas fire industry, we will be rolling outa high profile consumer promotionalcampaign. As well as helping boostdemand for gas fires and recapturingthe ‘lost generation’ of customers whono longer seem to view gas fires as aviable option, it will help fill the void leftby British Gas.”He concludes: “As well as highlightingthe development in gas efficiencies andrunning costs, we will be heavilypromoting gas fires as an affordable andeconomical form of space heating.”ROBINSON WILLEY

As part of a new range of 8 new firesCVO Fire has now launched the BLADE.This modern, wall mounted fire has aunique curved 4.6 kw gas burner witha floating flame. The Blade can be

NEW high

efficiency designerfires - more heatand lower bills

positioned with a shelf and TV above.The HE fires are popular with house-builders and those living in new-buildproperties as they fit in any home witha chimney, are glass-fronted and room-sealed and, therefore, don’t needexternal ventilation.The CVO Blade is a hole-in-the-wall HEfire offers an 84% energy efficiencyrating which means that almost all of theheat generated returns to the room. Inturn this helps to reduce energy bills andcreates less waste. The Blade is remotecontrolled and incorporates a roomtemperature monitoring system thatconstantly manages the temperature andautomatically adjusts the flame accordingto the pre-set desired level.These class 1 energy rated appliancescan save up to 60% when compared toa traditional gas fire whilst generatingalmost twice as much heat into theroom. Speaking about the development of thenew fires, MD, Andrew Munro, said:“These new fires have been developed inresponse to many enquiries fromcustomers who require high efficiencyand modern UK manufacturedproducts.”

CVO Fire01325-301020www.cvo.co.uk

Fireplace designer, CVO Fire, haslaunched a new range of fires tohelp reduce the cost of energy

bills whilst offering a stylishdesign solution.


A new state-of-the-art landscape gas fire that wasunveiled for the first time at the recent Hearth andHome exhibition in Harrogate by the Gas Fire Division,scooped first place in the show awards for the gas firecategory and was duly crowned King of Gas Fires.After beating off scores of other entrants, Blakely not

only emerged victorious in the awards but scored atriumph for the newly-created Gas Fire Division - partof the Glen Dimplex Group - that debuted unitedattendance at the show with its three leading brands,Wonderfire, Valor and Robinson Willey.As well as offering a distinctive driftwood and pebble

fuel bed, and remote control and eye-catchingtrim and fender, Blakely clearly stands out fromthe crowd thanks to its design versatility - beingone of the first landscape gas fires that can behearth or wall mounted.Commercial Director of the Gas Fire Division,Richard Beaman comments: “We are delightedto have scooped first place in the Gas Fire Awardsfor a truly innovative product. The accolade istestimony to the vast product development andR&D resources that we now have access to beingpart of the Glen Dimplex Group.”Richard continues: “As well as showcasing eightnew fires in 17 variations, Hearth and Homeprovided the perfect platform for the Gas FireDivision to put on a united front, and for us topromote our highly successful Valor Centre andWonderfire strategies, plus the re-launch ofRobinson Willey as a retail brand. The receptionwe received was outstanding and we lookforward to leading all three brands forwards intoan exciting future.”Blakely will be available for the forthcomingheating season but with interest running high,retailers are urged to place orders early andmaximize display opportunities by takingadvantage of Wonderfire’s current lucrativedisplay offers.

Web: www.valor.co.uk Web: www.robinsonwilley.co.uk or

Web: www.wonderfire.co.uk

WONDERFIRE CROWNED KING OF GASFIRES AT HEARTH & HOME EXHIBITION

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Specflue; the UK’s number one supplier of flue and chimney systems, is set tolead the way in producing the next generation of solid fuel and renewable

technology installers and specialists; after officially opening its new purposebuilt Specflue Training Division.

Specflue Launches Impres

Lord Teverson, Liberal Democrat MP for Energy and ClimateChange was accompanied by Specflue’s National Sales Manager,Richard Hiblen and Jed Smith, Specflue’s Training Manager inofficially opening the new centre. The new purpose built facility has two large classrooms fortaught sessions and two sizeable practical and assessment areasfully fitted with a wide range of live working appliances includingsolid fuel stoves, cookers, open fires, solar thermal, biomass andheat pumps. Those who attended the official launch day weretreated to a guided tour of the new facility and were given the

opportunity to learn about Specflue’s extensive range of solid fueland renewable courses, discuss training requirements andbespoke programmes and gain knowledge of Specflue’s ownrange of renewable technologies, under the Specflue ownedtrademark Green Square. Richard Hiblen, Specflue’s National Sales Manager highlighted“The open day was a fantastic opportunity for us to communicateto installers, retailers and the local community about ourimpressive new training facilities. It provided us with the chanceto ensure that everyone was aware of the wide course portfolio

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that we now offer. Feedback shows thatteaching quality, course range and teachingfacilities are top priorities to delegateswhen selecting a training provider. All ofwhich we believe are our greateststrengths. The renewable technologymarket is set to play an ever more pivotalrole in our society both today and in thefuture. Something which Specflue is nowmore than prepared for”. Specflue’s Training Division is just a handfulof centres across the UK to offer bothHETAS and BPEC accreditation. The newtraining centre located at Specflue’s headoffice in Sudbury, Suffolk offers acomplete end to end solution for bothinstallers and retailers looking to becomeactively involved and enhance theirknowledge and skills in both therenewables and solid fuel market.

Jed Smith, Training Manager at Specfluehighlighted: “Employees are anorganisation’s greatest asset and it iscritical they are provided with thenecessary skills and knowledge to conducttheir job and enhance their careers. Theaim of Specflue’s Training Division is toprovide a progressive learning environmentfor people at all levels and interest areas.The facility itself is outstanding andcoupled with a team of experiencedtrainers; this is set to be a winningcombination".

For further information on Specflue’simpressive new training facility and the

diverse range of training courses onoffer, please visit

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New Ultraheat & Aeon cataloguesHot off the presses, new Ultraheat and Aeoncatalogues are now available. The UltraheatPremier Range catalogue is now even easier touse, with each product allocated a dedicatedpage of image, technical details and sizes. Theprice list is printed separately. A condensedrange of 19 products encompasses the ever-popular Compact 4 and Planal, to the moredesigner models of Karnak, Linear and Sofi.New to the collection is Tilbrook, and ultra-slimvertical model in white that gives high output ina limited wall space. The Aeon Collection ofstainless steel and aluminium radiators hasincreased from 43 to 66 models, with the re-introduction of stainless steel models Cat Ladderand Venetian, among others. AEON

Stelrad unveils Radical Stelrad Radiators has unveiled its brandnew Radical radiator.Radical is the first genuinely energy

efficient radiator on the marketplace,offering a 10.5% gas saving comparedto a standard heating system, a factindependently confirmed by KIWA - andincludes some very clever technologythat makes it stand apart from thecrowd. It’s the first ‘serial feed’ radiator on theUK market place and it’s an idealcompanion to lower temperaturerenewable heating systems, with thereturn flow from the heating system tothe boiler being at a lower temperature,ensuring that the condensing boiler isactually able to condense efficiently.STELRAD RADIATORS

Heatec EV®

Dual Fuel Electric RadiatorsFreedom for your heating

• The only genuine dual fuel radiator controlled by the user • Ideal for use with Heat Pumps and Solar Heating • Allows Electric Heating to supplement your renewable heat source • Run both fuel types together or separately• Operates on gas or oil systems and/or electricity to suit the prevailing climate • Eco Friendly/Energy Efficient • No special installation required just plumb in and plug in • Aluminium body with Steel core • Resistant to corrosion, giving ease of maintenance • 15 year warranty on Aluminium parts and 2 year warranty on Electric components • Available in 750 Watts, 1000 Watts and1200 Watts • Adjustable Room thermostat when operating on electricity

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Curved Chamber Towel Rail from JIS Europe

JIS EUROPE of Haywards Heath hasintroduced a heated towel rail to itsSussex range named The Camber. Thetowel rail is manufactured with agently curved front and in an elegantround section shape with twelvehorizontal rails giving an appearanceof refined luxury with ample choicefor towel hanging.

The Camber is supplied in three sizes all700mm high with widths of 400mm,520mm and 620mm. It can be used indual fuel formats or electric, which will

allow the rail to be heated when thecentral heating is turned off. TheCamber towel rail is manufactured in100% stainless steel, with satin finishavailable to order, making this radiatordurable and hygienic and it is covered

by a 25year guarantee.

JIS EUROPE LTDTEL: 01444 831200EMAIL: [email protected] Web: www.sussexrange.co.uk

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Sunny outlook for Eco2Solarwith Galliford Try dealEco2Solar has signed a PreferredSupplier Agreement with Galliford Try,taking on its existing solar PV contractsas well as being provided an opportunityfor all new solar energy contracts fromJune 2012.Following a bid process with fourspecialised solar PV companies,Kidderminster based Eco2Solar waschosen on the basis of its experience,competitiveness and overall benefit tothe Galliford Try group.Galliford Try is a FTSE 250 housebuilding and construction groupdelivering industry leading performancein the construction of a sustainablefuture. Their brands include LindenHomes and Morrison Construction.To maintain continuity and to supportthe transition, Eco2Solar has agreed toutilise existing resources and supplychain. ECO2SOLAR

School has its moment in thesun with Sandtoft’s PV48A primary school in Gloucestershire hasbecome the first school in the UK to useSandtoft’s PV48 solar roofing system.Walmore Hill Primary School in Minster-worth near Gloucester was selected byGloucestershire County Council to in-corporate solar technology into thebody of the new school roof. Designed to integrate with virtually alltypes of slate and tile, the PV48 systemincorporates black photovoltaic panelswith matching, easy-to-fit flashings. 18panels have been installed withSandtoft’s Humber clay plain tile andthe 20/20 interlocking clay plain tile.Andrew Lawton, sales director atSandtoft Roof Tiles says: “We have seenrising levels of interest in the public sec-tor for PV48 and the ways and meansof harnessing this type of technology.One of its key benefits is that it can beintegrated with other manufacturer’sroof tiles and slates as well as those of-fered by Sandtoft, providing a flexibleroofing solution. SANDTOFT

Underfloor heating systeminstalled in historic lodgeHolwood House, a grand mansion in the Bromleyarea, was built in 1825. The present owner afterdiscovering crumbling plaster in several roomson the ground floor has taken the opportunityto bring their central heating up to date byreplacing the radiators with an underfloor heating(UFH) system. Timoleon’s LowBoard systemwhich is one of the slimmest water basedunderfloor heating systems on the market, isspecifically designed to be laid directly on anexisting surface and with a total height of only13mm, proved ideal for this refurbishmentproject. TIMOLEON


New underfloor heating fixingsystem Myson Floortec is launching an exclusive newfixing system for underfloor heating, whichwill make installation easier and more reliable.The new Tackernail and Tackertool have beendesigned with the installer in mind, making thefixing stronger, easier and faster.The Tackernails have more barbs thanconventional nails, ensuring a three-dimensional grip for firmer fixing, and comein a range of lengths: 38mm, 42mm and58mm. Also, they are made from qualityplastic, and due to their design there is nomore clogging from tape.MYSON FLOORTEC


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Government urged tocapitalise on Commercialheat pump potentialMitsubishi Electric has joined thegrowing number of industry voicescalling on the Government to ensure thatcommercial air to water heat pumps areincluded in revisions to the RenewableHeat Incentive (RHI) this autumn.The company is convinced thatcommercial heat pumps can help tomake a significant impact onGovernment targets for emissionsreductions and aid businesses as theylook to manage escalating fuels bills inthe current economic climate.“We fully support the recent letter to theenergy minister, Greg Barker signed byindustry bodies such as the MicroPowerCouncil,” explains Graham Temple,Marketing Communications Manager forthe company’s Heating Division. “Weknow how effective a properly installedand maintained heat pump system canbe in driving down running costs andemissions.” MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC

An evolution in boiler technologyAriston’s ranges of highly efficient gas-fired boilershave received a facelift to coincide with significantdevelopments in boiler design. The CLAS HE Combi,CLAS HE System, E-Combi and E-System models haveadopted the ‘evo’ suffix and now feature a new user-friendly interface, improved electrical connections andupgraded control options. Plus, thanks to the multi-zone external accessory, all ‘evo’ boilers are capableof managing three temperature zones.The new user interface has a backlit LCD display,pressure gauge, time clock and manageable buttonlayout. Combined with a control box that separateshigh and low voltage connections, the installation andmaintenance of the ‘evo’ models is quicker and easierthan ever before.ARISTON Enquiry No.437 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-437

New Gencair HPT heatpump rangeJohnson & Starley has introduced a newrange of Gencair HPT air to water heatpumps developed for comfort heatingwhen integrated within traditionalresidential heating systems. They

The Glenlee Tall Ship, Glasgow

The Glenlee was built at the Bay Yard inPort Glasgow and was one of a groupof 10 steel hulled sailing vessels built toa standard design for the Glasgowshipping firm of Archibald Sterling andCo. Limited. The Glenlee is now the

centrepiece to the new Zaha Hadiddesigned Riverside Transport Museum inGlasgow and operates as visitorattraction, museum and event spaceunder the name of “The Tall Ship”. Partof the restoration involved finding asuitable method of providing spaceheating to the vessel and this is wherethe Clyde Maritime Trust called onFusion Mechanical Services Limited whospecified the NIBE F1330-30kW GroundSource Heat Pump, which is a threephase powerful heat pump, capable ofproviding for the full heatingrequirements of the vessel. NIBE


Mitsubishi joins call for heatpump regulatory reformMitsubishi Electric is joining the UK'sleading heat pump manufacturers andinstallers to jointly set out a visiondetailing how industry and Governmentcan achieve a radical decarbonising ofresidential heating in the UK by 2030."The current regulatory environmentremains a source of uncertainty for thesector, yet we have the eight leadingheat pump companies ready and willingto work with Government to develop asolid regulatory plan that will allow heatpumps to move beyond subsidy by theend of this decade," explains JohnKellett, General Manager of thecompany's Domestic Heating Division.Fewer than 15,000 domestic heatpumps are currently installed annually,yet the important role the technologycan play in reducing carbon emissionshas already been recognised in theGovernment's Carbon Plan and HeatStrategy.MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC

Modupak multi boilerpackageThe new R40 wall mounted boiler fromStokvis Energy Systems incorporates thelatest gas heating technology providingmaximum efficiencies and minimumenvironmental impact. With five modelsranging from 65kW to 145kW, all small

commercial requirements can beaccommodated, along with largercommercial properties when modulesare combined to form the ‘Modupak’.The Modupak is a frame mountedcombination of up to eight boilermodules in a back-to-backconfiguration, or up to six boilermodules as an in-line formation. It issupplied as a complete package,installed in a very short time andincludes boilers, pumps, pipe work andvalves, header, dirt and air separator,manifolds, insulation, flues and controlsystem.STOKVIS ENERGY SYSTEMS


convert latent energy from outside airinto high-grade heat that can be usedfor domestic heating and hot water. Robustly built and tested (EU Class A –EN14511) and M.C.S approved, thesecompact heat pumps are designed asone piece, fully refrigerant charged unitsso that the installer does not require arefrigerant handling certificate. Intelligentcontrol of water temperature is providedand operational sound levels are low.Designed and built not only as heatingdevices for residential applications butalso as a significant contributor towardthe reduction of carbon emissions.JOHNSON & STARLEY

The 30kW Vaillant ground source heatpump system draws energy from theground using eleven 70 metreboreholes, drilled by ENER-G.

By exploiting the relatively stabletemperatures found under the earth’ssurface, the ground source heat pumpis able to deliver heating and cooling atvery high efficiencies. The £3.5 million redevelopment ofVaillant Group UK and Northern EuropeRegion Headquarters, located alongsidethe company's award winningmanufacturing plant, opened inDecember 2011.As a renowned champion of energyefficient heating products, VaillantGroup created a cost neutral and lowcarbon building, incorporating VaillantGroup’s portfolio of renewable energyproducts, including a ground sourceheat pump, air-to-water heat pumps,air-to-air heat pumps, mechanicalventilation and heat recovery, solarthermal and photovoltaic systems. The building is believed to be unique inEurope in incorporating so manydifferent sources of renewable energyto actually power the heating and hotwater in the building. A particularlyinnovative feature of the building is thatheat from the Ground Source Heatpump and other sources from thebuilding is distributed throughout thebuilding through the mechanicalventilation and heat recovery. Inaddition, there are no light switches asall areas are controlled by motionsensors

ENER-G helps Vaillantpump up its low carbon

performance

ENER-G Sustainable Technologieshas helped to install a VaillantgeoTHERM ground source heatpump system at Vaillant Group'snew Northern Region headquartersin Belper - supplying the majority ofthe building's heat needs andcontributing to its outstandingsustainability performance.


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New Prometeo Plus heatrecovery systemVortice has launched the new PrometeoPlus heat recovery system at the recentMostro Covegno exhibition in Italy.Prometeo Plus will be available in the UKfrom June 2012 and is an evolution ofthe Prometeo 400 unit which has beensuch a success. General Manager KevinHippey said: “We have taken on boardcustomer feedback about Prometeo andhave further developed the product inorder to launch this new even moreimproved version. Its energy efficiencyratings are again excellent and there arenow some great added extras included.”The Prometeo Plus includes access tothe main PCB without opening the unit,the ability to upload future softwareupdates via USB connector and includesnew motors with lower noise levels andgreater efficiency. VORTICE

Polypipe Ventilation's independently accreditedtraining programme for Domestic VentilationInstallers has been recognised by Competent

Person Schemes, who are eager to providedomestic ventilation installation services underthe latest revision of the Building Regulations.

Due to widespread poor installationpractice found in Mechanical Ventilationwith Heat Recovery (MVHR) andMechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV)systems, which affect system efficiency- most notably the Specific Fan Power(SFP) - heavy penalties are applied toSAP calculations, the official methodused to calculate the energyconsumption in dwellings.Recently however, the Department ofEnergy & Climate Change (DECC) statedthat it will reduce these penalties if the

systems are installed by a member of aregistered Competent Person Scheme.In order to realise these new SAPCalculation benefits, a trained contractorregistered under a Competent PersonScheme must be used to install MVHRand MEV systems. The installation mustmeet the performance laid out in theoriginal system design and an inspectionchecklist must be completed andsubmitted to building control. A checkbox in the SAP 2009 programme needsto be completed to enable improvementto the overall energy rating.In 2010, Polypipe Ventilation producedan in-depth Ventilation Installer trainingprogramme to meet the newrequirements of Building RegulationsPart F, Ventilation, which for the firsttime required a 'qualified' installer tocommission new ventilation systems andsubmit a commissioning report to theBuilding Control Body (BCB). This twoday training course was adopted byBPEC, one of the UK's leading trainingproviders, and is now widely recognisedby the domestic ventilation industry.This same training scheme has also nowbeen recognised by the Government asa suitable academic qualification forrelevant Competent Person Schemes.POLYPIPE

Polypipe Ventilation installer training courseaccepted for competent person schemes

Hot news On line –H2OTECHNOLOGYNew for the UK is H2Otechnology athttp://www.hotwatertechnology.com anew website that carries all theinformation installers, specifiers and endusers need to know about hot water forall commercial and domesticapplications. The website shows how hotwater can be delivered in the most costeffective and energy efficient manner.The site covers the technology of hotwater provision – including continuousflow water systems along with othermethods, it also reviews renewablestechnology, giving the latest news onlegislation and regulations, and discussesoverall system design. Rinnai UK is one of the major drivers ofthis website and managing director TonyGittings comments: “We are delighted tobe involved in this project which willbring information to help installers andspecifiers informed decisions about hotwater.”RINNAI UK

Financial Director of timber frame housingcompany Carpenter Oak Ltd, Lee Manning, hasundertaken his own eco self build and hasincorporated Total Home Environment’s systemsto Orchard House, his new home in Devon. Working closely with Roderick James Architects, thefinal designs feature a contemporary timber framestructure, which maximises internal space and light,to create an open flexible home that is hoped willachieve an ‘A’ rating in the SAP Energy PerformanceCertificate. The home will be available as a show home forCarpenter Oak and Roderick James Architects

together with their suppliers for at least two yearsand is open to members of the public andinterested parties, by appointment.The high levels of insulation used, allow for low U-Values. This allowed Total Home Environment’sGenvex Premium 2 to be specified to provide heatrecovery ventilation, together with comfort coolingand primary heating from the integrated micro air-source heat pump. The Vanvex 285 unit also fromTotal Home Environment, was specified to take careof all the domestic hot water requirements. With itsincreased efficiency, the Genvex ventilation systemsform the fundamental part of a low-energy heatingsolution for Lee Manning’s home.As well as the Genvex micro-heat pump ventilationsystems, Total Home Environment’s ElectroluxZCV845 central vacuum system was installed, notonly for efficient whole house cleaning but toimprove the quality of the air in the home, making ita healthier place to live. Ordinary vacuum cleanersre-circulate dust and harmful allergens, such as dustmites, from their exhaust. The Electrolux centralvacuum system removes all of the dust and allergensto a remote collection point, which only needsemptying once a year. There will be nothing to lugup and down the stairs and the system will be quietenough to hear the telephone. What’s more, it will

last well over twenty years, a realbenefit for the environment and Lee’s pocket. The need to keep fresh air constantly circulatingthrough the house was an important considerationfor Lee and his partner and the heat recovery heatpump ventilation and cooling system was a reallyexciting find. Lee commented, “From inception tocommissioning I have found Total Home Environmenta delight to work with. It is very reassuring whencompleting a self-build to find a company like thiswho have been honest, reliable, and surprisinglyaffordable.” Carpenter Oak Ltd specialise in the construction ofamongst other things, oak framed houses,conservatories and garden structures.

New show home shows offTotal Home Environment

Further information on the Genvex heatrecovery heat pump ventilation systems

and Electrolux central vacuums isavailable from Total Home Environment

website at www.totalhome.co.ukEnquiry No.255 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-255

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Buoyant sales forCaledonian bathroom podsbuck the trend Caledonian bathroom pods, launchedless than a year ago by offsiteconstruction specialists CaledonianModular, are bucking the trend in thebuilding sector with strong sales,particularly in the hotel market. Thecompany’s high specification bathroompods are fast becoming the preferredchoice for some of the world’s leadinghotel groups. Pods designed andmanufactured to individual brandstandards in Caledonian’s quality-assuredUK production facilities are providing ahassle-free solution for main contractorsand their clients, contributing to fastercompletion on site and enabling newand extended hotels to open forbusiness much sooner.CALEDONIAN

Getting it right saves tears”Says D R ServicesD R Services has created sophisticatedglass screens for bath and showerrooms in some up market apartments inLondon’s West End. “We had fantastic feedback,” said JulieJarvis, D R Services director. “One of thecomments made was that we were theonly contractors on site to complete ontime”. The company used the minimum rangeof fittings, including some it speciallyspecified for the purpose itself, and lowiron glass, because it is almostcolourless.D R SERVICES


Amwell have launched a brand new range offun, exciting, and most importantlyeducational digital prints for washroomcubicles! Along with their ever popular ladybirds print,Amwell have introduced Flags of the World anda new and improved dinosaur print.In a recent survey 95% of students said theyloved Amwell’s brand new Flags of the Worlddesign. They commented that they “would beable to learn the names of some of thecountries they had never heard of and theirflags.”And teachers from The Spinney Primary School

in Harlow agreed; “There isn’t much time in thecurriculum to teach children (flags of the world)so it would be a great opportunity for them tolearn.”Children can also learn a little bit of naturalhistory with Amwell’s new and improvedDinosaur print. Pupils can spot the differentspecies of dinosaur whilst learning their names– a fun design that will encourage children tolook after their washroom, and keep themlearning at the same time!AMWELL

Solo corner cabinet from HiBThe Solo corner cabinet storage solution from HiB makesideal use of difficult areas in a compact room like themodern cloakroom. The gloss white cabinet has dualcurved doors mounted on soft close hinges and acts asthe pedestal for the Wave basin and centrally mountedMinima tap (optional).Solo saves space, whilst serving an essential storage andwashroom function.DIMENSIONS of the SOLO CORNER UNIT:Width 62cm, Height 82cm, Depth 39cm.Wave basin:Width 63cm, Height 11cm, Depth 40cmAlso shown in Pic the Turin corner cabinet:W30cm, H60cm, D18cmHiB

Hoods to get ahead with inthe contract market New from Carron Phoenix for thecontract market and launched in Marchat KBB, is a range of three entry levelcooker hoods aimed at builders,developers and retailers dealing incontract kitchens. Carron has enjoyednotable sales success in this sector withits dedicated range of sinks, taps andwaste sorter bins and is enhancing itsoffer with a strategically geared rangeof unbranded hoods with a hard-to-beatprice tag of below £100. The first of the three models is theUnity, designed to fully integrate withkitchen cabinets. This 600mm hood ismade from top quality stainless steeland combines simple styling with highlyefficient extraction. Unity has threespeed settings, an efficient metal filterand an attractive light grey finish. A 40whalogen bulb illuminates the cookingarea and in common with the other twomodels in the range, Unity comes witha two year parts and labour guarantee.CARRON PHOENIX

Lun Plus From ROCARoca has extended its offering of superheavy gauge steel baths with Lun Plus,a double-ended option that is ideal forboth the commercial and domesticmarkets as it is robust and hard wearingat 3.5mm thick. Featuring generous bathing proportions,Lun Plus comes in two sizes,1700x750mm and 1800x800mm,supplied with one or two headrestsrespectively. Anti-slip and grips areoptional.ROCA LIMITED

Curves in all the right placesHanex solid surfacing offers stand-outdesign flexibility for kitchens, nowherebetter shown than this stunning 3m longelliptical island unit made entirely in S-008 N White. The bespoke unit wasdesigned for a discerning kitchen clientwhose brief was to make a strongdesign statement, while combining truefunctionality. Hanex solid surfacing comes in 12mmthickness and can be cut, shaped,thermoformed and seamlessly jointedoffering unparalleled design flexibilityover any other worksurface material. Itboasts the industry’s highest FR ratingand NS51 hygiene certification beingnon porous and high performance.Beautifully aesthetic, flexible andfunctional, the versatile Hanex paletteoffers 80 finishes including plain colours,sparkling and natural stones andtranslucent finishes.IDS


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Samoa is the stylish new granite sinkfrom Carron Phoenix that features twochic matt black glass panels which havethe benefit of covering the sink bowls.First launched at KBB2012 in March,it’s the perfect example of form andfunction. Design-wise, the glass coverscreate a stylish look and flow with theworksurface, while being super practicalallowing you to hide dirty crockery outof sight. Samoa is exclusively available in jet blackgranite, reflecting the burgeoningpopularity of this material and colour.Samoa comes with the smart chromeRevolution™ waste and overflow kit and

stainless steel basket for stacking anddrying crockery. It also features theworld famous Sanitized® anti-bacterialprotection and has a lifetime guarantee.Says Neil Clark, sales and marketingdirector at Carron Phoenix:‘With consumers looking for addedvalue in their purchases, Samoa givesretailers a well-priced and stylish sinkdesign with a raft of user benefits tooffer them. Its spacious bowls can beused for many practical tasks and thenhidden away when needed.”CARRON PHOENIX

Elegance and freshness encompassinga multitude of colours and designs.With this new collection of showercurtains, Carrara&Matta offer a freshway to enjoy the bathroom, providing afeeling of harmony and well-being.High quality curtains, designed andproduced entirely in Italy. Made eitherin fabric or PVC, practical and functionalto meet the latest trends.They perfectly match any bathroom andare perfect also for the contractenvironment.Fabric shower curtains are made in100% polyester ensuring water

resistance. The weights on thebottom hem keep the curtainsalways tidy and tight.PVC shower curtains are 120micron thickness and fullyrecyclable, with double sided,reinforced eyelets.All the collection is made with rawmaterials and colours Oeko-Tex

certified: they do not contain and donot release hazardous substances andare complete with hanging hooks.A rich range of themes and colours,from classical to modern ones orinspired by the nature. Satori forexample take inspiration from the fareast and the zen culture, while Icecreate plays of light. Bisanzio with itsmosaic theme take you in an relaxinghammam, while Bubblebaths andBluesixties jump you in the past.

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Merchant City Distributors Ltd (MCD),Beko trade distributor in Scotland forits Built-in Collection of domesticappliances, has opened a new Displayand Training Centre at its head office inEast Kilbride. The new centre includesthree showrooms, individually branded,and a kitchen training area.Beko is one of the three selectedbrands and its showroom features 13appliances, including cooking, cooling,dishwashing and laundry units. Amongthe units on display is the energy-savingDW686 dishwasher, an A -30% ovenand an induction hob.The new Display and Training Centre istargetted at the entire trade spectrum– from kitchen furniture manufacturersand kitchen design studios to nationalhousebuilders and tradesmen. Theconcept is to display the latestproducts, and arrange training sessionsfor groups of up to 15 to demonstratethe quality and features of theappliances.

Edward Johnston, MCD’s founder andmanaging director, explains the rationalebehind the new centre and selectedbrands: “We want to raise awarenesswith our trade customers about thebenefits of Beko Built-in appliances,” hesays. They can see and touch theproducts in the showrooms, then seethe appliances in practical use in thekitchen training area.“Our purpose is to explain the completeBeko product range available, and thequality and performance that areexpected in today’s specifications –making clear the advantages of theseappliances.“The result is a more specification-driven approach to the supply andinstallation of built-in appliances.”MCD is currently promoting the newDisplay and Training Centre via itswebsite (www.mcduk.co.uk), as well asits Essential Collection brochure whichfeatures the best selling products. BEKO

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Opened in March 2012, the new“Barceló Hamburg” hotel in the heartof Hamburg is captivating guests withits innovative hotel design. The well-being of guests is furtherenhanced by the luxurious bathroomdesign of the Superior rooms andsuites. The enamelled Conoflat showertrays from Kaldewei create aharmonious convergence of the livingand sleeping quarters with the exclusiveshower opening to both sides of theroom and forming a characteristicelement of the premium room concept.Guests can also relax in the extravagantAsymmetric Duo bath from Kaldewei.Both products are in high-qualityKaldewei steel enamel 3.5 mm andappeal not only because of their design,but also as they meet even the stricteststandards required today of hotels ingeneral – and specifically of designerhotels such as the Barceló Hamburg –in terms of quality, durability and easy

care of brand products.Coherent design and maximum hygienewith Kaldewei steel enamel 3.5 mmThe Asymmetric Duo bath and theenamelled Conoflat shower trayharmonise perfectly with this modernconcept. Both products owe their highlevel of innovation to the ingenioussynthesis of comfort, functionality andaesthetics.The Asymmetric Duo bath features agenerously proportioned bath rim onone side which can be used as a seat orfor holding bath utensils, and also forindividual positioning of the taps. Theenamelled Conoflat shower tray,meanwhile, sports a characteristicdesign element: a square drain cover inKaldewei steel enamel 3.5 mm tomatch the shower tray fits in seamlesslywith the overall style of the shower trayguaranteeing optimal comfortunderfoot and maximum stability.KALDEWEIEnquiry No.260 . www.mclink.co.uk/661-260

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Green drainage helps securegold Designers of the drainage system at thenew Peterborough Garden Park haveexploited the benefits of a number ofACO Water Management product rangesto create a value-engineered SUDSsolution that has helped thedevelopment win the BCSC Out-of-TownRetail Scheme Gold Award. Runs ofACO KerbDrain, ACO Profile, ACOMultiDrain and ACO Brickslot form anintegrated network that overcomes thesite’s challenging ground conditions,complements its visually sensitivearchitecture and optimises the removalof surface water in each defined trafficand pedestrian area.The defining structure within thedevelopment is a garden centre with aglass frontage that draws inspirationfrom the famous horticultural glasshouses of Wisley and Kew – a featurethat helped the park secure the BritishCouncil of Shopping Centres’ Out-of-Town Retail Scheme Gold Award.ACO


‘The System’, both product& expertise for perfect finishThe Gridforce system is required toachieve a Turfed/gravel finish suitable forvehicular traffic, maintaining a naturalappearance and alleviating problemssometimes encountered usingalternative inferior brands.Soil and sub base need to be selectedwith our advice to achieve a quality longlasting finish for both clients andspecifiers.Gridforce can supply the ideal choice ofpreparation materials, complete with thetechnical knowledge for an excellent endresult.Gridforce is unique in its manufactureby using a blend of LDPE, givingsuperior flexural strength, overcomingproblems associated with HDPEalternatives. Gridforces’ patentedclipping system gives excellent integritywithout the need for fixing pins, anothercost to be considered.GRIDFORCE

New Retractable posts from AutopaFollowing the popularity of Autopa’s RetractaPostand RetractaPost-GL, Autopa have introduced a rangeof square retractable posts to offer more variety toour customers.Autopa’s square retractable posts are available in avariety of sizes and with a range of locking optionsincluding padlock or push button lock, a large liftassist version is also available. Manufactured fromgalvanised mild steel, these are cost effective durableposts ideal for preventing unwanted vehicular access.Autopa have also introduced a variety of removablesquare posts, including a budget version offering yetmore choice to suite site and budgetaryrequirements. AUTOPA

Is sand erosion your problem?Resiblock have the answerResiblock joint bonding solutions have beendesigned to prevent destabilisation of blockpaving, which occurs when sand is sucked outof the joints by vacuum sweepers. A single coatof Resiblock is all that is required to permanentlybind and stabilise the jointing sand therebyeliminating sand erosion. Resiblock will not only enhance the performanceand durability of flexibly-laid paving, but will alsoinhibit weed growth & reduce surface porosityto minimise the potential for staining, therebyreducing long-term maintenance. RESIBLOCK

Behind the steep, tourist-beloved streetsaround the cliffs and beaches of St Ives,Cornwall, lies the infrastructure that thetown’s residents use all year round. Herea retrofit SuDS scheme, based on HydroInternational’s stormwater storage andinfiltration technologies and Hydro-Brake® Flow Controls has alleviatedflooding problems at a busy town carpark, caused by the frequent heavyrainfall. The scheme is highlighted as anexemplar of tackling surface water floodrisk in a retrofit context in CIRIA’s newGuidance on Retrofitting to ManageSurface Water.“We needed a surface water attenuationsolution for Trenwith Car Park whichwould be highly effective within the site’sexisting footprint, and would not badlydisrupt the users of the car park duringconstruction,” comments Nigel Higgins,project leader, Highways, for CornwallCouncil. “Since its installation in 2010,we have had no more complaints aboutthe car park flooding, despite poorweather. With the Environment Agency,

we decided that the best answer wouldbe to combine these diversions with aSuDS installation along the bottom ofthe car park slope. The SuDS schemewould provide both undergroundinfiltration and storage attenuation as atwo stage process to protect theproperties and the watercourse furtherdown the slope. “Using Hydro’s Stormcell® andStormbloc® modular load bearinggeocellular blocks enabled a simpleshallow (approx. 1.5 m deep) excavation,which could easily be paved over andlandscaped. It is an excellent example ofa retrofit urban scheme.”The primary protective installationcomprises a drainage channel alongapproximately 100 m across the slope,interconnecting a series of infiltration pitswhere Stormbloc® is installed. Theoutflow of the channel is connected tothe second line of defence, anattenuation storage tank, comprisingnearly 140 cu.m. of Stormcell® with aHydro-Brake® Flow Control device atthe outlet. This secondary protectivetank is designed to provide surface waterstorage when the infiltration channeldesign is exceeded. It controls themaximum discharge into the watercourse. Stormcell® is designed tominimise silting of the storage volume inorder to maximise availability and thewhole installation meets one in 100 yearevent requirements.HYDRO

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The playground had been condemnedfor 4 years due to its poor state ofrepair and the lack of school fundingwith which to improve it. The school’sParents and Teachers Association carriedout some fundraising which has paid forthe provision of some raised flowerbeds and outdoor seating at the end ofthe playground. The playground was also suffering fromminor surface defects including crackingand potholes. Richard Bowes, theEnvironment Manager for IvesonPrimary School, contacted Ultracrete tosee if they could help with some of theirrenowned Permanent Pothole Repair.Ultracrete’s Area Sales Manager, RoryAshcroft, attended the school to deliver

the tubs of repair material alongwith some cans of Ultracrete SCJbitumen cold joint sealer and tackcoat spray. Richard Bowescommented “We are delighted withthis contribution which will help toenhance and safeguard ouroutdoor play facilities.”Ultracrete Permanent PotholeRepair, HAPAS approved by theBBA, is the ideal solution forrepairs to playgrounds, car parks,driveways and paths. Easy to use,

simply pour into the affected area andtamp down – it can be walked on ordriven over immediately; great forenvironments where a quick turnaroundis required, such as schools,supermarkets and busy thoroughfares.The material has a high polished stonevalue of 60> and will not wear easily –ideal for areas subjected to heavyscuffing like the playground! Used withUltracrete SCJ Seal and Tack Coat, itprovides a permanent repair.Permanent Pothole Repair is available in25kg re-sealable tubs, thus eliminatingany wastage and can be stored for upto 6 months from the date ofmanufacture. It is a repair material thatwill stand the test of time; a welcomelong term maintenance solution, asbudgets continue to tighten not just inthe education sector but across theboard.INSTARMAC

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Instarmac, home to the Ultracretebrand, has recently donated some ofits Permanent Pothole Repair materialto Iveson Primary School in Leeds, tohelp renovate one of its playgrounds.

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GRIDFORCE SUPPLY ‘THE SYSTEM’,BOTH PRODUCT AND EXPERTISE

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The Gridforce system is required to achieve aTurfed/gravel finish suitable for vehicular traffic,maintaining a natural appearance and alleviatingproblems sometimes encountered usingalternative inferior brands.

Soil and sub base need to be selected with ouradvice to achieve a quality long lasting finish forboth clients and specifiers.

Gridforce can supply the ideal choice ofpreparation materials, complete with thetechnical knowledge for an excellent end result.Gridforce is unique in its manufacture by usinga blend of LDPE, giving superior flexural strength,overcoming problems associated with HDPEalternatives.

Unsurpassed axle loadings and wall strengthcontribute to a performance difficult to surpass.Gridforces’ patented clipping system givesexcellent integrity without the need for fixingpins, another cost to be considered.

Gridforce prides itself on its professionalapproach to all potential projects whether theybe on a self install or a Gridforce ‘supply & fix’alternative.

Gridforce has a committed team with technicalback up to support Specifiers, Engineers, EstateManagers and all those concerned withengineering great solutions.

This example of a failed alternative system was due to lack of adequate planningand preparation. The client Twycross Zoo was concerned that visitors were exposed to

mud and equally importantly driving and walking on a potentially unsafe surfacewhich was unacceptable. Gridforce provided a survey of the ground conditions and a

suitable installation system was advised, duly installed and in this case projectmanaged to completion.

The car park (below) shows a drainagesystem that could not cope with theheavy downpour that left a real problemregarding a soak away solution.

The Gridforce system prevents build upof surface water and allows the surfacewater to disperse quickly to alleviateflooding problems and is a far moreenvironmentally safe solution.

Gridforce offers the environmentalalternative for flood defence using theunique and revolutionary tile systemmade of 100% recycled plastic toprovide ground reinforcement tomultiple surfaces. The tough grids canbe laid above or below the ground leveland then filled with either stone orearth, or can even be seeded.

Uses for Gridforce range from largeindustrial applications coveringthousands of square metres to smallprojects. Their design means that theyare extremely easy to install andprovide a cost-effective solution towhat would have been more expensiveif it were to be concreted or paved.Offered as either a temporary orpermanent solution, the tiles aredesigned to give a firm surface that willnot sink, rut or shift once installed.

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Passivhaus milestone forSTYROFOAM FLOORMATE™ 300-A, aSTYROFOAM™-A insulation materialmanufactured by Dow BuildingSolutions, was used to insulate the UK’sfirst rural affordable housing scheme togain Passivhaus certification: Ravenscroftin Wimbish, Essex.FLOORMATE 300-A was installed belowthe concrete floor slabs of the ground-breaking 14 dwelling development whichcelebrates its first anniversary in summer2012. FLOORMATE 300-A is highlydurable with excellent moisture-resistance and compressive strength,enabling the insulation to perform

BBA Certificate for DynamicInsulationJablite Dynamic Frame, distributed byThe A. Proctor Group is a dynamicinsulation system for timber framedhousing. By channelling incomingventilation air through the fabricinsulation, the system converts thebuilding fabric into a heat exchanger,tempering incoming air, and therebyreducing space heating requirementsand lowering energy consumption. The newly BBA-certified system can besupplied in a variety of configurations tosuit each projects specific requirements,and is fully approved under SAPAppendix-Q. Depending on the systemselected, u-values as low as 0.1W/m2Kcan be achieved with standard timberframe kits, and by removing the needfor complex and expensive heat recoveryventilation, further cost savings can berealised. A. PROCTOR GROUP

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Achieving extra-ordinary U-values intraditional cavity wall insulationXtratherm launches www.cavitytherm.com - a newwebsite dedicated to its innovative and unique rangeof Full Fill Built-in Wall insulation.Xtratherm's CavityTherm is a pioneering product with

a unique profiled facing that avoids thermal bridging,directing any moisture that might have penetratedthe external wall down the protecting facing andback onto the external leaf. The high performancecomposite PIR board also includes specificallydesigned rebated edge detailing on all four edgesto allow the system to tightly interlock wheninstalled. An extensive range of accessories toinsulate junctions at corners and cavity trays meansCavityTherm not only delivers unrivalled U-values, but also continuity of theinsulation system to give exceptional thermal bridging Y-values. XTRATHERMSpecifying silence

Troldtekt acoustic ceiling tiles have beenspecified for the City of WestminsterCollege. Sound absorption was particularlyimportant in the large leisure and sportsfacility and the workshops. The solutionwas to install ceilings comprisingTroldtekt tiles. These high performancetiles are made of 100% natural woodfibres mixed with cement to createwood wool. Their main benefits arehigh sound absorption, resistance to fireand humidity, high durability, naturalbreathability and low cost life cycleperformance. TROLDTEKT


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Trussed rafters are top atthe hospice projectTrussed Rafter Association (TRA)member, DWB Boston, has supplied 200large-span trusses for the roof of thefirst phase of the new Butterfly Hospicebuilding in Boston, Lincolnshire.Following a competition to find a namefor the new hospice, the trustees chose“Butterfly”, suggested by a localschoolgirl, as the winner. The name harksback to a Native American folk taleabout how God, saddened when he sawhis creatures start to age and die,created butterflies to bring more joy intothe world.DWB Managing Director, Steve Pinner,explains: “Besides heating and ventilatingequipment, the hospice requires hoiststo help lift and move some of thepatients. These hoists are suspendedfrom the roof structure so our trusseshad to be engineered to withstand thestatic and dynamic loads applied tothem.” TRA

Lumira Aerogel insulates swimmersThe William Penn Leisure Centre atRickmansworth, includes a 25mswimming pool. The solution was tointroduce Lumira aerogel (previouslycalled Nanogel) inside the full heightKalwall at the end of the pool. Lumiraaerogel is the world’s lightest and mostinsulating solid. Within the Kalwall panela ‘U’ value of 0.28W/m²K can beachieved. This is equivalent to a solidwall and is probably the best insulatingperformance of any translucent system.A particular benefit for swimming poolsis that the diffused daylight eliminatesglare and veiling on the water whichmeans that lifeguards can seeunderwater swimmers better.The Kalwall cladding and roofing systemis designed to transmit "museum-quality"light evenly across an interior withoutglare or any harsh contrasts of light andshade while at the same timemaximising thermal insulation.STOAKES


Long term solution toleaking flat roofsThe Elastaseal range of highperformance cold liquid applied coatingsystems, from Tor Coatings, isspecifically designed to eliminateproblems associated with the long term

Foam InsulationWebsters have developed a method ofPolyurethane Sprayed Foam Insulationthat is suitable for both old and newbuildings. This continuous polyurethanefoam membrane adheres to almost allsurfaces and reduces heat loss by up to80-90%. It is an exceptional alternativeto dry lining as it provides a continuousmembrane of unrivalled properties.Sprayed foam insulation is particularlypopular as it not only reduces heat lossbut can also help keep out wind andwind driven snow; prevent tiles slipping,stops condensation and can evenobviate the need for a replacementroof.

waterproofing of flat roofs. Products in the technically advancedElastaseal range provide a fast drying,seamless surface that encapsulates theroof substrate to provide a completelyjoint free coating thereby eliminating therisk of leaks. The single pack, coldapplied formulation provides ease ofapplication while at the same timeremoving the hazards and inconvenienceassociated with conventional hot appliedalternatives. Life cycle performance isdependent on the system chosen butranges from between 10 and 25 years(BBA approved).TOR COATINGS LTD

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Located in the cultural heart of Helsinki,the building is the new home of TheSibelius Academy – the leading musicuniversity in Finland and the biggest ofits kind in Nordic countries. Designed byMarko Kivistö, this impressive structurehas 26,000m2 of space and the 27mhigh main concert hall seats 1,704people. It also contains five smallerrooms for 140–400 listeners and theseinclude a chamber music hall, a chamberopera hall, an organ hall, a 'black box'room for electrically amplified music anda rehearsal hall.

Before the official opening the Finnishnational broadcasting company, YLE,used it to transmit the election nightbroadcast for the country’sparliamentary elections, and since thenit has hosted a wide variety of concerts.Public safety is therefore a high priorityfor the building owners and no more isthis better demonstrated than in the useof a state-of-the-art life safety systemfrom Hochiki Europe.

The building took just over two years toconstruct and early on in the processHedengren Security was commissionedto specify and configure the building’sfire detection system which was installed

by the contractor Sähkö-Aro Oy. ChristerSivén, the company’s product manager,explains, ‘Hedengren is one of Finland’soldest and most respected companiesand as well as enjoying a close workingrelationship with Hochiki, we alsomanufacture our own range of controlpanels. Our two systems perfectlycomplement each other and we havealready successfully installed them in e.g.the House of Justice in Helsinki.’

The Helsinki Music Centre’s addressablefire detection system is based aroundHochiki’s Enhanced Systems Protocol(ESP). Stuart Davies, Hochiki’s marketingmanager, comments, ‘ESP is a robusttotal communications solution forintelligent fire detection and fullyintegrated systems. It has a multi-purpose structure that provides theflexibility and expansion toaccommodate addressable systemsthrough to integrated buildingmanagement and safety systems.’

The system at the Helsinki Music Centrecomprises five Hedengren control panelsand 2,500 addressable devices fromHochiki, including ALG-E optical smokedetectors, HCPE-E call points, YBN-BSBbase sounder beacons, ACA-E multi-heat

sensors.

Aesthetics were very important withinthe building and Marko Kivistö insistedthat design continuity had to bemaintained. He requested that the multi-heat sensors be supplied in a variety oftones so that they could blend in withthe overall look. Hedengren Securityasked Hochiki to supply the products inivory white, real white, black andaluminium and these were delivered tothe site.

Due to the very high ceiling in thebuilding it was decided that two HochikiFIRElink aspirating fire detection systemsalso would be necessary in order toprovide the requisite level cover above10m. Aspirating detectors are around 10times more sensitive than general pointdetectors and are therefore suitable foruse in establishments such as theHelsinki Music Centre where there is ahigh density of people and an earlywarning is desired. The systems alsooffered an additional aesthetic advantageas the pipe work was hidden in theceiling voids.

Hedengren Security worked closely withthe other members of the construction

team and the installation of the firedetection system took place over thecourse of one and a half years. Thebuilding was completed on schedule andwas turned over to the owners at theend of April 2011. This allowed time forthe musicians to get accustomed to thenew concert hall and for the builders tocomplete the landscaping around thebuilding before the formal opening inAugust.

For further information please contactHochiki Europe on 01634 266569,email: [email protected] visit www.hochikieurope.com.

Hochiki Europe strikes the rightnote at the Helsinki Music Centre


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Taking the next steptowards zero wasteThe UK’s plasterboard manufacturers,represented by the Gypsum ProductsDevelopment Association (GPDA), haveagreed to take the next step in thejourney towards zero plasterboard wastesent to landfill. A new voluntaryagreement on plasterboard recyclingsigned by GPDA members in Britain,British Gypsum, Knauf Drywall andLafarge Plasterboard, builds on thesuccess of the 2007 AshdownAgreement, initiated by the GPDA, andsupported by WRAP (Waste andResources Action Programme) and theDepartment for Environment, Food andRural Affairs. Ashdown 2, as it is beingcalled, takes plasterboard recyclingtargets for production and newconstruction waste beyond the earlieragreement’s key 2010 deadlines andsets a new long term objective of zeroplasterboard waste to landfill by 2025.GPDA

International ApprovalsThe new FIRERAY 3000 end-to-endinfrared beam smoke detector is nowavailable to the market, having been fullyCPD certified and approved throughVdS, in addition to its existing ULcertification. This latest addition to FireFighting Enterprises’ immensely popularFIRERAY range is designed to offer aparticularly cost effective option forprotecting large, open area spaces, andin situations where a reflective beamsystem would not be best suited.All FIRERAY beam detectors offersignificant advantages when detectingsmoke in wide open indoor areas: witheach system capable of covering an areaup to 1500m2, relatively very fewindividual units are required comparedto point detectors, and installation ismuch more straightforward than anaspirated system. FIRE FIGHTING ENTERPRISES

Focus finds USP with USBmoduleFocus SB has responded to customerdemand and produced a USB chargingmodule that is designed to chargemobile phones, tablet computers anddigital cameras.The type A charger runs on a 220/240v

£200k contract at Tesco Rostek-UK, which specialises in fallprotection and façade access, has beenawarded a contract to supply and installa range of façade access and fallprotection systems at the newdevelopment for Tesco Woolwich, in theheart of the Thames GatewayRegeneration area.Commenting on the reason for awardingthe contract to Rostek-UK, Rob Clasbyof Willmott Dixon said,“Rostek-UK was primarily chosen as it ison our supply chain and we already havea good working relationship with thecompany. It also offered a cost-effectivesolution to the architectural designintent. The design department isextremely helpful and professional andit has managed to achieve some veryaggressive delivery dates during thedesign period.”ROSTEK


Renderplas makes shadowgaps simplerRenderplas has launched two new PVCuplasterers’ beads which make it quickand easy to create neat ‘shadow gaps’at plaster edges for a contemporaryinterior design effect. The new ShadowGap profiles from Renderplas allowcontrolled gaps between 10mm and20mm to be formed, for example,around door frames or where aplastered wall meets a ceiling or finishedfloor. These new additions to theRenderplas range are available in achoice of L profile - for use where theadjacent material is designed to be seen;or U profile to ensure a neat channelwith perfect parallel lines adjacent tosurfaces such as un-edged plasterboard.The new Shadow Gap profiles offer asimple and less labour-intensive way toget these gaps exactly right - saving timeand effort on site.RENDERPLAS

Advanced technologyimproves boards Marmox UK is incorporatingnanotechnology into its family ofbuilding and insulation products toprovide best-in-class performance.Carbon nanotubes are now added to thepolymer-concrete finish of all BBAapproved Marmox Multiboards,Thermoblocks and Showerlays, givingboth improved performance and adistinctive honeycomb appearance.Henry Williamson, Managing Director atBoyden Tiles commented, “The newfinish to the Marmox Multiboards hasresulted in a product that really does

provide superior strength with a firstclass finish. Our customers have alwaysappreciated the quality of Marmoxproducts and we are looking forward tosupplying them with a high-quality,attractive, readily available product thatis also competitive on price.”MARMOX UK

circuit giving a charging output of 5dvc@ 1amp, suitable for many otherportable electronic devices including allmakes of tablets and phones includingBlackberrys and iPhones.Roger Kemp, Managing Director ofFocus SB, says the upsurge in USBcharged smartphones and tabletcomputers led to the creation of themodule: “It seems that everyone has atleast one device that is charged by aUSB cable these days,” he says. “So itmade sense to us to create a USBmodule for residential premises to sitalongside the USB modules that havebeen installed in many hotels.”FOCUS SB

Stirling Lloyd Constructionwins coveted liquid appliedroofing contractor awardStirling Lloyd Construction has won theLiquid Applied Flat Roofing Award at therecent 2012 Roofing Awards ceremonyin Birmingham.

Stirling Lloyd was recognised for itssuccessful completion of a major34,000m² roof waterproofing project ata prestigious new sports stadium inLondon.The award judges recognised theseamless protection against waterpenetration and other corrosiveprocesses that was provided by theKnutsford-based company's Eliminatorsystem, as well as the perfomance of itsliquid applied expansion joint systemSentinel Saba which allows movementin three dimensions to accommodatethe project's specially designed curvedjoints.STIRLING LLOYD CONSTRUCTION


Polyrey is spot on the edge! Two brand new laminate ranges offer designersthe freedom to achieve highly aesthetic edgedetails in a wide scope of interior applications.It’s the small details that make all the differenceand knowing this Polyrey launched in June twosmart new ranges of Monochrom and White CoreCompact which offer highly aesthetic edgesolutions on laminate products, centred on theclassic design colours of black and white. First up is the Monochrom range of 1.2mmlaminate that comes in the company’s best-sellingN005 Noir black and B070 Blanc Megève white.Next up is White Core Compact combining purityof design with high performance. There are 56finishes available, all with the designer premiumedge detail of solid white. POLYREY

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IRS: For more information on Sky’s IRS communal system please visit sky.com/communaltv. Sky TV: Sky box and Sky TV subscription required for Sky digital programming. Two satellite feeds required for full Sky± functionality. General: Sky box must be connected to a fixed telephone line for 12 months. Minimum Sky TV, Sky±, Sky±HD and Sky Multiroom subscriptions are 12 months. Further terms apply. Calls cost up to 5.1p per minute and up to 13.1p connection fee for BT customers. Calls from other providers may vary. Information only applies to residential customers in the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man. Information correct at 16 April 2012. To get Freeview or Freesat you will need to pay a one-off subscription cost. Please visit freeview.co.uk for more information.


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