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www.buildinginnovations.co.ukFormica Group has partnered with Tom Dixon for the first time at the Milan Salone Del Mobile (Superstudio Piu) 2010 and will then continue to develop the relationship touring a number of cities in Europe as part of a specially-created Road Show. For the full story, see page 97.

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Tom Dixon And Formica Group At The Milan Salone Del Mobile

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A Private Palace Of Art Revealed

Leighton House Museum, the extraordinary artist studio house in Kensington, opened on Saturday 3 April following an extensive £1.6 million refurbishment overseen by architects Purcell Miller Tritton LLP. Originally the home and creation of eminent Victorian painter, Frederic Leighton, the museum owned and funded by the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea was closed to the public since November 2008. As a renowned Victorian artist, Lord Leighton acquired a fantastic collection of art and the re-opening of the museum saw the return of over 20 paintings which hang in their original locations for the first time since his death.

[w] www.purcellmillertritton.com

Archial Receives Planning Approval For Harrogate International Centre £13 Million Redevelopment

Archial Architects, has received planning approval from Harrogate Planning Committee members for a £13 million redevelopment of Harrogate International Centre (HIC). The first phase of a three stage £45 million master plan which will see the redevelopment of the whole HIC site includes two new exhibition halls, a 50 space basement car park, a new entrance building to the main Kings Road elevation and an external piazza. The master plan provides a coherent strategy for the continued redevelopment of the site over the next 10 years. It is envisaged that future phases will role on after Phase 1 completion.

[w] www.archialgroup.com

Archial Architects’ Newcastle Office Moves Up In The World

The Newcastle office of Archial Architects, one of the UK’s leading architectural practices, has moved up in the world with its relocation from the fifth to the eighth floor of Percy House in the city centre. The upwards move, which doubles the size of the company’s office space in the city, signifies Archial’s confidence in its capacity for further organic growth within Newcastle and follows the recent appointment of two new Operating Directors in its Newcastle office. Major projects currently being overseen by Archial’s Newcastle office include a £33 million manufacturing and office facility for BAE Systems at Washington and the £13 million redevelopment of Harrogate International Centre (HIC).

[w] www.archialgroup.com

New Art of Building Photography Competition Captures Public Imagination

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has seen a flood of entries for its international digital photography competition which launched recently. The contest, entitled ‘The Art of Building’ has provoked enthusiastic entrants to polish their camera lens and begin to imaginatively explore and capture the art of building. The competition will remain open for entry until May 31. Up to three photographs per person may be entered into the competition which may be digitally enhanced or altered but must be submitted via the website in a JPEG format not less than 1mb per photo in size, with a maximum file size of 5mb. For more details about the competition and to enter, log on to www.artofbuilding.org. The competition can also be found on Twitter at http://twitter.com/Art_of_Building

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Image taken by award-winning photographer, Matt Wain, who is on the judging panel for the competition

Heathrow Signs £800 Million Contract For Terminal 2

The £1 billion home for Heathrow’s 20 million Star Alliance passengers has moved a step closer, as BAA signed its largest ever construction contract. The £800 million deal to build Terminal 2 was signed at Heathrow today by Colin Matthews and Steven Morgan, BAA chief executive and capital director respectively and Ignacio Clopes and Ray O’Rourke of HETCo, a joint venture between Ferrovial Agroman and Laing O’Rourke.

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Stoke Newington Town Hall Restored Back To Life

Following major restoration work to bring it back to its former glory, Stoke Newington Town Hall reopened to the public from 1st February 2010. Hawkins\Brown was commissioned by Hackney Council and worked closely with English Heritage, including consultation with the local community and stakeholder groups, to fully refurbish and bring the much loved civic building back into the heart of the local community, providing a unique and historic setting for events. The Grade II listed Art Deco building, designed by J. Reginald Truelove and built in the 1930s, has been carefully restored and refurbished to preserve its original features whilst providing flexible spaces with state-of-the-art audio visual and technical facilities. The historic building will provide two unique spaces for community use and private hire: the Council Chamber and Assembly Hall.

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The Long Barn Studio provides a vital innovative hub for 12 aspiring architects and assistant architects in an inspiring, young, multi-cultural inclusive environment, located within Mid-Bedfordshire, on the outskirts of Maulden, a small rural village. The founder of Nicolas Tye Architects set up his practice in one room of his home four years previously. In that time, however, the practice had grown from one member of staff to twelve and now occupied the entire ground floor area.

The brief was to create a new-build studio within the grounds of his home, whilst remaining separate, which would provide a comfortable, healthy and inspiring work environment. The design also had to complement the existing structure of the dwelling that already existed on site (a contemporary converted grain barn) and the arable environment in which it resides.

Additionally, part of the new structure would also sit outside the residential cartilage, in previously set-aside arable farmland. After negotiations with neighbours and the local planning authority, the design was unanimously approved at planning committee.

The budget equated to around £1000/m2, meaning that the scheme had to be creative in order not to compromise on detail. The studio complements the surrounding open landscape and the subtle use of materials reflect this harmony. The design concept is based around an elegant glass rectilinear box which is enclosed at both ends with larch clad ‘book ends’.

The larch is treated, so that that weathering appears uniform, both externally and internally, creating seamless lines. The

frameless glass panels allow high levels of natural daylight into the studio along the northern side, and also allow wide views of the surrounding landscape to become integrated into the studio environment.

Along the southern elevation, the larch clad timber pods also punctuate the glass facades, which remove overheating issues. Each pod has a dedicated use, including an architectural library, reprographics area, toilets and meeting room. Cor-ten steel detailing is also used throughout the studio to reflect the original agricultural nature of the site and accentuate the smaller windows and linear roofline.

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Within the studio’s interior, a continuous limestone floor enhances the main axis and the space is broken up through a series of wedge ‘pods’ which contain ancillary elements including the kitchen.

Various sustainable and healthy technologies are incorporated, including a wind turbine, rainwater harvesting, compost facilities, staff vegetable garden, low energy centrally-controlled lighting and underfloor heating system throughout, eco-organic paint, a central vacuum and air source heat pump providing fresh air.

The scheme has created an inspiring and encompassing work environment, which has meant that the practice has continued to grow and retain its staff, outside the usual urban location.

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Widnes Waterfront Future Flower Is UnveiledHalton Borough Council has unveiled Tonkin Liu’s Future Flower on the banks of the River Mersey in Widnes. The 14 metre high wind-powered metallic flower was commissioned as part of the wider Widnes Waterfront environmental uplift and public art programme, following an international competition held in 2007. The project is funded by the North West Development Agency as part of a wider Waterfront Regeneration Programme to the clean up of the vacant, polluted riverfront land of Southern Widnes, Cheshire.The programme will transform over 200 acres of former industrial land on the banks of the River Mersey creating 1,100 jobs for the local economy with the development of a modern business park environment and associated leisure facilities. The arrival of the flower signals the beginning of this transformation. It is intended to spur the repopulation of the waterfront by nature, and by people, drawing visitors from the neighbouring Catalyst Museum and Spike Island Visitor Centre eastward on to the trans Pennine Trail. Constructed out of triangles and pentagons, the steel structural

frame is in the form of an icosi-dodecahedron, onto which 120 perforate galvanised mild steel petals are fixed. Within the volume of the flower, a central stalk with branches holds 60 low voltage LED lights, directed to different clusters of petals. The lights are powered by three mini wind turbines attached to the stem, which operate off-grid.At 5 miles per hour the wind will trigger the lights, activating incrementally as the wind increases. The lights create different intensities of red, depending on the wind speed, resulting in an ever-changing and dynamic flower. Without the wind, the perforate galvanised metal petals reflect the changing colours of the sky and the sun, as the wind picks up they become saturated with the red LED lights, and in the mist or rain they emit a halo of captured and reflected light. As a universal symbol the flower embodies the optimism for the future of Widnes, while its performance embraces the future of renewable energy.

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“Get the habit of analysis- analysis will in time enable synthesis to become your habit of mind.”

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this months contributors :

Nick Oldridge,Sales And Marketing Director,Sandtoft Roof Tiles

Jim Skelton, Marshalls Street Furniture,Marshalls

Denise Freeman,Sto Ltd

Iain Fairnington,A. Proctor Group

Toby Makin, Technical Advisor,SRS Limited

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Time For A Change? Nick Oldridge, sales and marketing director at Sandtoft Roof Tiles, looks at roof tiles that are meeting the requirements of cost, design and sustainability and the potential benefits that can be achieved.

When designing a new roof, the challenge for many specifiers is finding a natural material that is cost effective and will meet planning requirements. In many cases one of these criteria is compromised, often to the detriment of the project.

Developers have struggled with this conundrum for so long that they have grown accustomed to the planning delays that can result, and can be guilty of overlooking new roofing alternatives

that are now available. Interestingly, the harsh economic climate appears to have encouraged more developers to innovate to save money while meeting the planners demands for natural materials.

Large FormatOne key development has been the introduction of large format interlocking clay tiles. This new concept in roofing is gaining in popularity. Available in a number of

profiles, these larger clay tiles require approx. 10 tiles per sq m, and can offer significant savings for architects, developers and contractors. They have been designed with an ‘open gauge’ which eliminates the need to cut tiles on site. This feature makes them quick and easy to install which in turn reduces labour costs. Another major benefit is the reduction in roof loadings compared to similar sized concrete tiles.

Weatherproofing performance is maximised as each tile is pressed using precision plaster moulds. This results in high definition interlocks and weather bars together with protected nail holes to create a clay tile that is highly weather resistant, but still easy to lay. Visually, these tiles are very aesthetic and because they are made from natural clay, they are colour permanent.

Natural Alternative To SlateAlthough very appealing, the cost of indigenous slate is often prohibitive. In addition, quarried slate must be installed double lapped which results in high labour costs and increases completion times.

These constraints have resulted in the widespread use of concrete and fibre cement products. Although some of these provide more affordable solutions, they do not always offer the aesthetic benefits of natural materials and are less likely to meet planning requirements.

As a result, large format clay roof tiles that have the aesthetics of natural slate - but cost up to 50 per cent less - are making big inroads into the slate market. Also featuring an interlocking design and open gauge, they are quick and easy to fix with installation times comparable to those of large format concrete tiles. The authentic slate appearance is achieved by a permanent, fired-in ceramic finish, natural colour, riven surface and dressed edges.

Clay Plain TilesTraditional clay plain tiles have been used for centuries, and are highly desirable, but the high labour costs associated with this type of tile can often make it a more expensive solution. In response to this, an interlocking clay version which is 40 per cent lighter than a concrete plain tile is now available.

An innovative single lap design means that fewer tiles and battens are required per square metre of roof, which can result in savings of up to 30 per cent on

installation costs and completion times. Since there is no need for cuts at the eaves and the ridge, further labour and time savings can be achieved.

Additional design features such as weather bars and protected nail holes also ensure that the interlocking clay plain tile offers enhanced performance, allowing the tile to be used at lower pitches compared to the traditional plain tile.

An Evolving IndustryAs cost pressures continue to challenge the construction sector, the roof tile industry is continually developing its manufacturing processes to offer innovative, high quality products. While concrete tiles remain popular, recent design developments in clay tiles mean that natural roofs are more affordable than ever before ensuring quick and aesthetic roofing solutions that will be admired for generations.

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Proportionate Security To Create Safer Places The issue of safeguarding crowded places has become increasingly relevant following events in recent years. Jim Skelton, Marshalls Street Furniture consider the importance of assessing the areas deemed to be at most risk and implementing proportionate levels of security.

The concept of terrorist attacks is not new in the UK, however events in recent years have led to the threat of international terrorism increasing dramatically. The terror threat level set by the UK government has fluctuated between ‘substantial’ and ‘severe’ over the past few years, with the threat of an attack remaining a very real possibility.

One of the major threats posed by terrorist groups is seen to be the use of ‘Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices’ (VBIEDs), which are recognised as being one of the most effective and common weapons in the terrorists’ arsenal.

Protecting Crowded PlacesThe areas considered by the UK government to be at greatest risk from this kind of attack, are those which make up the criticial national infrastructure (including transport, emergency services and key utilities) and any ‘crowded places’ with a high density of people.

A key element of the strategy to combat these threats is to promote counter terrorism design principles in

the planning and development process, to help reduce the UK’s vulnerability to vehicle-borne attacks. This includes the use of physical protection measures to create safe ‘stand off distances’ between hostile vehicles and potential targets.

BSI PAS 68The BSI PAS 68 standard provides a performance classification for vehicle security barriers when subjected to a horizontal impact. Devised and administered by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI), this involves the impact testing of security products with varying vehicle types at differing speeds, measuring the penetration of the vehicle beyond a security barrier.

Through specifying products successfully tested to the PAS 68 standard, businesses and organisations can introduce quantified protective security for their schemes, whilst ensuring that the levels of security specified are proportionate with individual project circumstances.

Specifying Proportionate SecurityWhen ‘designing in’ physical protection measures, there are a number of factors which can contribute to the level and specification of security required. This includes the following:

1. RiskIt is important that any physical protection measures implemented are done so in proportion with the perceived level of risk that the site is

exposed to. Is the site a likely target?

2. VulnerabilityDependent on a site’s location and layout, vehicle paths on approach to a site often restrict the speed that a vehicle can reach. This means that larger, heavier vehicles are often unable to gain the required acceleration to carry out an attack. In these cases, lower, more cost effective levels of security can be employed.

3. Stand off DistanceAnother important factor to consider when specifying security is the available stand off distance between security barriers and potential targets.

Sites with little available space between a barrier and the area being protected require security solutions which can bring a hostile vehicle to rest with little or no penetration beyond the barrier. Likewise, at sites with a much larger

stand off distance, security measures can be implemented which take this into account.

Project BudgetThe overall budget available for a project can also impact the most appropriate security solution for a scheme.

Through taking these factors into account, guidance can be provided to planners and developers on the appropriate solutions they should consider to mitigate the risk of an attack.

RhinoGuard – Counter Terror & Security SolutionsTo fulfill the security needs of locations which require very different levels of protection, Marshalls Street Furniture has developed and successfully impact tested a range of high security RhinoGuard bollards

to BSI PAS 68. Independently crash tested at the MIRA research facility, RhinoGuard bollards provide assured impact performance at three distinct levels of protection and budget. This ranges from a 1.5 tonne car at travelling 30mph, to a 2.5 tonne 4x4 vehicle and fully laden 7.5 tonne two axle lorry travelling at 40mph.

RhinoGuard bollard cores have been developed and tested so that they can be specified with cosmetic sleeves in various styles in steel, stainless steel and Ferrocast polyurethane, to complement any surrounding landscape.

For more information on RhinoGuard PAS 68 bollards, please call Marshalls Street Furniture on 0870 990 7504.

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PASSIVHAUS: An introduction

The PassivHaus design and construction concept is gradually being explored in the UK as the sustainable building method that could take energy efficient construction to the next level. Developed in Germany by professor Wolfgang Feist, the PassivHaus standard is essentially a construction standard for building exceptionally energy efficient buildings.

The standard stipulates that a PassivHaus building must retain its energy and utilise free energy including solar energy and the warmth generated from the people and the equipment in the building. To allow this, the building must incorporate a number of core elements including exceptional levels of insulation, an airtight envelope, a heat recovery system and thermally advanced windows and insulated doors.

The first PassivHaus buildings were completed back in 1991 and since then Passivhaus construction has become widely implemented across Europe. However, it is still considered to be a relatively new construction method in the UK.

The principle of the PassivHaus design is essentially an energy efficient, active building that incorporates a passive design and minimises its energy requirements by making the best use of assistance from natural elements. The term PassivHaus and Passive House

are often confused. Passive House design relies exclusively upon the orientation of a building and format, and uses fewer or no active mechanical and electrical systems. It is essentially a south facing building using solar energy and high-level thermal efficiency.

A south-facing orientation and high levels of insulation are just as important in PassivHaus design, however, in a PassivHaus building the fundamental space-heating requirement is managed by a mechanical ventilation and heat recovery system.

According to the Communities and Local Government website almost half of the UK’s carbon emissions come from the use of buildings (27% homes and a further 17% from non-domestic buildings). PassivHaus uses proven technology to achieve a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions, compared with current housing stock. The thermal benefits of PassivHaus design ensure that PassivHaus buildings can easily reach Code Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes and goes above and beyond this rating.

Although current legislation states that building to a minimum of Code Level 3 for new build homes is mandatory, by 2013 this will increase and all new builds will have to comply with Code Level 4. And three years later,

by 2016, they will be required to meet Code Level 6, in effect, Zero Carbon homes. It is almost impossible to consider that any building could reach Zero Carbon status without implementing specific PassivHaus principles.

Sto is currently involved with a number of PassivHaus developments across the UK and is increasingly seeing Passivhaus construction being introduced into the construction environment. Despite this development and the appealing simplicity of PassivHaus, there is currently little detailed information about PassivHaus construction in the UK.

Working closely with architects wanting to build to PassivHaus standards, Sto has capitalised on its pan-European expertise, providing expert knowledge and comprehensive advice for each project, in addition to

putting these individuals in contact with the PassivHaus centre experts in Freiburg.

To date, this process of co-operation has seen the first office building constructed to PassivHaus standards recently completed in Dover, a Zero Carbon house in Birmingham using PassivHaus principles to reach its Zero Carbon rating and a second domestic project, nearing completion in the Cotswolds, set to be the first completed house certified by the Scottish Passive House Centre.

As PassivHaus relies on excellent air tightness and thermal efficiency within the building envelope, in order to achieve the levels required by the PassivHaus standard, Sto’s high impact resistant (50-60 Joules) External Wall Insulation (EWI) system StoTherm Classic has been specified on all three projects. The highly effective thermal

conductivity in StoTherm Classic ensured that the building was able to achieve the required PassivHaus standard U-value ratings of at least <0.15W/m2K.

In addition to new build, the government is also committed to addressing energy efficiency in existing buildings. Part L of the building regulations, sets out a minimum requirement for energy efficiency for new buildings as well as building work to existing buildings. EWI systems are proving increasingly popular when it comes to effective thermal insulation. Often specified in new build projects, EWI systems such as StoTherm are also being used to enable existing buildings to reach the required thermal efficiency levels necessary to satisfy current legislation.

PassivHaus design principles offer the necessary specification for both

new build homes and non-domestic dwellings to achieve exceptional levels of energy efficiency. Therefore, whilst PassivHaus is often referred to in relation to domestic properties, it is just as applicable in commercial buildings. As the first PassivHaus Office development in England, recently completed with a helping hand from Sto, clearly demonstrates. This development is said to be 80% more energy efficient than required by current Building Regulations.

With thermal efficiency, changes to Part L and the Code for Sustainable Homes firmly at the top of the Government’s agenda it is time that we started to look further a field and embrace innovative ways of creating energy efficient buildings.

[w] www.sto.co.uk

As the proposed changes to the energy efficiency standards in Part L of the Building Regulations come into force later this year, there is no doubt that architects, specifiers and contractors are continually being challenged to up their game, improving upon performance and energy efficiency. As PassivHaus is introduced into the UK, Denise Freeman, of manufacturer Sto Ltd, examines its significance.

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The Challenge Of Improving Solid WallsBy Iain Fairnington, A. Proctor Group

It is accepted that new buildings will be required to meet ever increasing thermal performance targets. The government has outlined building regulation changes for the immediate future, and via these regulations and the code for sustainable homes, the drive towards zero carbon housing is set to continue.

Whatever happens in the forthcoming election, it is unlikely this trend will be reversed. With long-term targets to reduce CO2 to below 1990 levels, and one third of 2050 housing stock yet to be built, there is an opportunity to build energy efficiency into our future way of life. 25% of the UK’s CO2 comes from housing, with 43% of homes being “hard to treat”, and

emitting over half the total CO2 from housing.

The traditional way of upgrading existing housing has been to use cavity wall insulation, increasingly so over the past decade. Hard to treat homes, including those with solid walls, unusual construction types or with non-standard cavities, make it difficult to install cavity insulation.

We will now review solutions available to construction professionals and homeowners when dealing with solid walls.

Solid walls provide two means of insulating – internal or external. Anyone planning to upgrade solid

walls should consider each project on its own merits and decide on the most beneficial and cost effective system.

Firstly, consider external wall insulation (EWI) systems...

EWI has many advantages, not least less disruption to the homeowner as all work is applied externally with no requirement to decant occupants. It is frequently considered when the existing render requires replacement or the walls are suffering from damp. If the property is not already rendered, the use of EWI may radically change its aesthetics, therefore planning permission may be required.

A number of systems are available

for EWI using sand/cement renders, or lighter, polymer renders. Various insulants are used, from Phenolic foam with a thermal conductivity as low as 0.020W/mk, to woodfibre at 0.040W/mk and u-values as low as 0.16W/m2K can be achieved (using over 120mm of insulation).

Insulation choice depends on a number of factors, not least thermal conductivity, but also fire performance, sustainability, impact resistance and cost. Surveys will be required to assess suitability for mechanical fixing of the insulation, and how to detail around windows etc.

Such systems will not always be appropriate, maybe due to owner/occupiers or planning restrictions where the building’s appearance cannot be altered. In these cases, internal wall insulation can provide the answer.As with EWI, there are a number of options for upgrading insulation internally. There are some issues which should be taken into account, again on a project by project basis. These include target u-values post completion, existing wall condition,

internal space restrictions and disruption to the homeowner. The level of disruption will depend on the system being used, the speed of application and associated works required. For example, radiators and electric sockets may require removal during the installation.

Internal insulation solutions can be categorised as either flexible linings or dry-lining...

Flexible linings have traditionally provided a reduction in the instances of surface condensation, however there are some limitations on the thermal improvement recognized, where the

u-value of a solid wall of 2.1W/m2K is only improved to around 1.6W/m2K. Newer systems use technology such as aerogels, where a 10mm flexible lining reduces a typical u-value of 2.1W/m2K to just 0.8W/m2K.

Flexible linings provide advantages of speed and less disruption to the internal finishes such as skirting boards, but do not achieve the

u-values recommended by the Energy Savings Trust, typically of 0.35 - 0.30 W/m²K.

Higher performing methods meeting these U-values include insulated plasterboard or using framing with insulation placed between. These solutions provide a more robust surface especially if boards such as Fermacell are utilised as the internal finish, however this is at the expense of more disruption to cornices, skirting boards,

around window frames and greater reduction in internal space.

Where space allows, mineral fibre can be used in between framing or where space is restricted, rigid insulation boards such as Phenolic, can reduce internal space loss. Where space is most critical, the highest performance can be achieved with aerogel bonded to plasterboard. Due to its unique water resistance, aerogel can be directly fixed to solid walls without the requirement for air spaces/battens. Such materials achieve U-values of 0.35 in around 45mm. Whichever system is chosen, condensation risk and thermal mass must be considered carefully. EWI systems have advantages in terms of condensation risk, however internal systems give a faster response when heated.

So, hard to treat homes should be reclassified as “can be treated”, albeit more expensively and less easily. Such treatments however, will provide very real benefits to energy efficiency, the climate, and more importantly the occupants.

[w] www.proctorgroup.com

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The SRS Guide To Code For Sustainable Homes

The Code for Sustainable Homes is an environmental assessment method for rating and certifying the performance of new homes. As well as aiming to reduce the carbon emissions and the environmental impact of new residential developments, The Code also introduces a requirement to encourage

sustainable, good design that adds long lasting value and real benefits to the people who will live in it.

A substantial component of the environmental impact of any development occurs during it’s construction, so a significant reduction can be made by simply encouraging the construction of dwellings that will be lived in for longer. The Code became operational in April 2007 in England and having a code rating for new build homes became

mandatory from 1st May 2008. The Code for Sustainable Homes scheme replaces the Ecohomes scheme.

From the 1st of May 2008, a minimum of Code Level 3 is required for all new housing promoted or supported by the Welsh Assembly Government or their sponsored bodies and from 2nd June 2008, Code Level 3 has been required for all new self-contained social housing in Northern Ireland. The Code does not currently apply in Scotland. In order to obtain a Code rating the developer first chooses a Service Provider. The Service Provider will then provide details of qualified Code Assessors, one of which must be used to register the development and perform assessments at Design stage, to award an interim certificate, and Post Construction Stage, to award a final score and Code Level.

Of the nine categories within the code for sustainable homes that a new home is assessed against, four are mandatory. These are Dwelling emission rate, Indoor water use, Environmental Impact of Materials, and Lifetime Homes. The remaining points are taken from the other categories. Different levels of importance placed on difference environmental issues using a weighting system. The Credits available within each category are weighted to give percentage points and it is the percentage points that are totalled together by the Code Assessor at the Post Construction stage to give an overall Code Level.

The Code for Sustainable Homes rewards developers for achieving greater standards of sound insulation that Building Regulations currently require, hence valuable extra credits can be gained from simply upgrading separating wall/floor specifications.

An overall score of equal to or greater than 57 points is required to achieve a Code Level of 3.

To achieve the maximum 4 credits separating floors and walls have to be shown to achieve 8dB above the performance requirements of Part ‘E’ 2003.

Sound Reduction Systems have independently tested systems that have been shown to achieve the required levels of sound insulation for 1, 3, and 4 credits for sound insulation. Achieving the full 4 credits accounts for 4.48 percentage points towards the overall points score due to the weighting system used by The Code.

Total Party Floor Solution

Developed originally for specifiers looking to achieve an ‘enhanced specification’, the Total Party Floor Solution is an innovative specification for a timber floor that exceeds the performance requirement suggested by The Code and yet is finished with a hard wearing, hygienic laminate floor.

Traditional in structure, the timber joisted floor benefits from an SRS Maxi 60 ceiling to the lower rooms, with a hard floor finish floating above a layer of SubPrimo Acoustic underlay. The (independently verified) results speak for themselves;

In addition to the acoustic benefits, the SRS Total Party floor exceeds the fire resistance requirements of building regulations (achieving 86 minutes load bearing capability) and is almost deceptively simple to install requiring minimal build up of the floor surface, and little loss of head room below.

The Total Party Floor Solution is one of Sound Reduction Systems wide range of high performance specifications for floors and walls that are designed to meet the requirements of The Code, without introducing complicated build-ups. Sound Reduction Systems are the leading independent innovators of high performance soundproofing materials and systems, and are pleased to assist with any acoustic challenge you have. Their industry leading, qualified, experienced and approachable technical team are always available to help.

[w] www.soundreduction.co.uk

by Toby Makin Bsc (Hons.) MIOA, Technical Advisor, SRS Limited

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Sound Insulation 4 4.67

Private Space 1 1.17

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Karim Rashid @ “Smart-ologic Corian® Living”Soft organic shapes realised through a morphic material to create a sensual living environment… a space that echoes the digital techno-organic world we live in, evoking an a alternative way of experiencing the home environment…and one of the most creative, colourful and inspiring installations of the Milan design week 2010.

Born of the creative vision of Karim and the scientific expertise of DuPont, “Smart-ologic Corian® Living” offers thoughts, concepts and solutions for a renewed ‘virtuous circle’ of design and technological innovation for daily living. Every area of the home, from kitchen and bathroom to bedroom, garden and undulating walls, has been realised by Karim Rahsid using this high-performance, trend-leading material, and with the original thinking typical from DuPont for this inimitable surface.

“Smart-ologic Corian® Living” is a smart and sustainable home concept exploiting the superior versatility and sensual qualities of DuPont™ Corian®. The project showcases the colour, variety and adaptability of Corian®, including the new 2010 series with recycled content, plus proposes a “futuristic type” of Corian® made with environmentally sustainable bio-based components and with recycled material.

Further advanced solutions from DuPont for decreasing the environmental footprint of buildings also feature in the design (including DuPont™ Energain® phase change panels for reducing energy consumption, high-performance building membranes, photovoltaic systems, and sophisticated DuPont™ Zodiaq® quartz surfaces).

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Sandtoft’s Humber Tile Proves Ideal Choice For Exclusive New Golf Course

Sandtoft’s Humber clay plain tile has been specified for the development of a distinctive clubhouse and seven luxury lodges - incorporating 100 guest rooms - at the exclusive Renaissance Club in Scotland. One million Sandtoft Humber tiles in Natural Red will be used for the traditional style buildings. To ensure the detailing is authentic, Sandtoft also supplied special handmade bonnet hip tiles to accommodate the roof’s many differing angles. The Renaissance Club is located on the East Lothian coast, on the edge of the Duke and Duchess of Hamilton’s Archerfield Estate. The Renaissance Club golf course has been designed by renowned American architect Tom Doak.

Nick Oldridge, sales and marketing director at Sandtoft Roof Tiles, said: “The Humber plain tile has a rich and permanent clay colour, clean lines and double cambered design. These features result in roofscapes with striking aesthetics which is critical when so many tiles are being used. Projects of this magnitude are a real testament to the quality and performance of the Sandtoft range. The effect created by so many Humber tiles in such a beautiful location is nothing short of stunning.”

Speaking of Sandtoft’s involvement, contract manager for The Renaissance Club, David Miller from DM Contracts, said: “This is a high profile project with particularly demanding requirements and Sandtoft has more than exceeded our expectations. The tiles, in terms of their quality, aesthetics and ease of fitting, have been exceptional whilst the company also delivers levels of service that are second to none.”

The Humber roof tile is the archetypal British roof covering, combining durability and versatility with precision and beauty. The tile’s simple design and easy-to-cut properties make it a popular choice for a diverse range of roof styles. The Humber tile lends itself perfectly to roofs that are a little different. Its small scale and double camber make it ideal for bespoke details such as turrets, conical roofs and eyebrow features, creating distinctive roof designs and providing solutions for complex renovations.

This versatility makes Humber an ideal choice for vertical tiling work too. Originally used to provide a lightweight means of waterproofing the upper floors of timber framed buildings, vertical tiling is increasingly specified as a cost effective, and highly decorative cladding solution. Vertical details such as Winchester and Sussex cutting and Soldier courses further add to the aesthetic appeal of vertical tile hanging. And because the Humber is easy to cut and work with on site, installation times are kept to a minimum – even on complex roofs. Available in four rich colours and offering exceptional durability, the Humber tile will never fade; weathering and maturing naturally to create a roof of character and elegant charm.

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Putting Zinc In The Shop Window

There may be few contemporary commercial building designs today which provoke widespread public praise, but

for those that do, a high level of media attention is pretty much guaranteed. Umicore VMZINC’s new office building in

Greinerstraat at its Hoboken precious metal refining plant, south of Antwerp, is a case in point.

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At what is the largest recycling facility for precious metals in the world, a new design approach was taken to improve the working and local environment and to showcase the design flexibility that zinc cladding can provide. The company has thousands of stunning cladding, roofing and rainscreen projects throughout the world to its credit, but few stand comparison with the shape and form of this one.

The plant itself is part of a larger industrial park which lacked structural cohesion and coherence. Architects Conix Architects’ brief was to integrate the plant buildings more effectively into the immediate environment. Multiple spatial changes were made, adding a compact tower building with offices, green areas, billboards, signage and route descriptions, in addition to which a number of important industrial buildings were renovated. The new Umicore office building is the eye-catcher, acting as the main axis which runs through the entire site.

Describing the building shape is no mean feat, but viewed for the first time it certainly doesn’t fail to impress. Even so, the visual picture painted by Conix Architects’ design inspires as much interest in the way that zinc has been used as in the shape. A snake-like form hints at what has been achieved, but hardly does it justice. Conix Arcitects’ CEO Christine Conix commented, “The new building is constructed as if it were a folded ribbon so we called this ‘follow the ribbon,’ as it symbolises Umicore’s core business here which is recycling in a sustainable manner”.

The building was completely ‘wrapped’ with zinc standing seam cladding, and this undoubtedly adds emphasis to its form. Conix Partner Architect Sylvie

Bruyninckx added, “It became clear at the concept stage that zinc should be used as its flexibility lends itself perfectly to the creation of curves and folds. It encloses the building just like a skin”. This gives a hint as to the complexity of detailing and consequent standard of contracting which was involved.

In the U.K, zinc roofing, cladding and rainwater systems are enjoying an enormous upsurge in interest. This owes much to the metal’s exceptional sustainability but also to the way in which it can be used with such a wide variety of construction materials. A thriving recycling record has long been established throughout Western Europe but without the combination of performance and appearance this growing success could not have been maintained. Use of distinctive colours such as black Anthra-zinc®, grey Quartz-zinc® and subtle shades of green, red and blue has enabled the product to develop its own identity.

Describing the design as “conceptual extravagance” is a clear compliment, and if the result provides inspiration for what an architect can do with zinc, it also says much for what contractors can achieve. Projects throughout the U.K. now offer tangible proof that zinc is in the mainstream and can be used for both contemporary and traditional styles of construction. If none quite match up to Hoboken, the visual edge that zinc has given them is still very clear.


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Stannah have recently installed an outdoor moving walkway as part of the exciting town-centre redevelopment project in Bingley, West Yorkshire. The unit takes shoppers with their shopping trolleys effortlessly from the car park into the new 11,500sq ft Co-operative Food store and new 5Rise shopping centre beyond.

This unusual inclined walkway is lit by eco-friendly LED units to direct pedestrians safely into the store. The wheels of the trolley cleverly lock into the bed of the moving walkway to ensure ultimate safety at all times.

The £5 million 5Rise complex, opened in December 2009, is part of a master plan to revitalise the Airedale towns of Keighley, Bingley and Shipley. The plan focuses on the core of the town and aims to provide a much-improved environment for residents and visitors alike. The vision centres on three elements; development, transport and environmental projects.

Stannah Moving Walkway Lights The Way For Shoppers In Bingley

The original Myrtle Walk Shopping Centre was earmarked for demolition and total redevelopment, however the developers, 4Urban, managed to regenerate most of the existing buildings, whilst adding some new build for the new food store and also relocating the library to a state-of-the art facility within the scheme. The result is the new shopping centre and library that will act as a catalyst for the next phases of the redevelopment of the town-centre.

The impressive development incorporates a chain of pedestrian walkways to link all facilities in the town centre. The Stannah moving walkway replaces a difficult and uninviting flight of steps and provides the ideal pedestrian link to the south car park.


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Tanalised Pressure Treated Timber Used To Recreate Roman Fort

For centuries a Roman settlement has stood on the shores of the Rhine at Xanten, Germany, originally built to guard the Northern border of the Roman empire. Now a reconstruction of the original Roman fort, manufactured from Tanalised pressure treated timber, has created a magnificent playground village and provides a prime example of a high quality treated wood construction that will really stand the test of time.

The open air museum “Archeological Parc Xanten” represents the original Roman village and over 100 m3 of preservative treated pine timbers have been used in its construction. The project was first started in 2005 but then closed in 2007 after parts of the structure collapsed due to decay. On investigation, the original timbers had been poorly treated but the Parc owners were determined to try again, this time with improved design considerations and very best preservative protection available.

A comparative test was made with all major wood preservatives on the German market, looking for good uptakes, penetration and overall quality. Tanalith E was chosen as the best alternative.

The whole preservative treatment process for the new timbers was supervised by an independent expert and new design features were introduced. Pole tops have been capped with plastic caps, horizontal roundwood components have been incised on the underside to reduce any splitting of the wood and joints in the roof construction are protected with a roof-fleece to help prevent moisture ingress. The whole Tanalised timber structure is covered by a 25 year warranty, creating a safe, durable and beautiful playground experience.


Bluewater’s Waterless Urinals

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‘Sustainability is at the core of our business at Lend Lease and plans are in place at all assets to ensure that increasingly scarce resources are being managed effectively’ says Duncan Young, Sustainability Manager. Water has been identified as a key issue, and we have set the business targets to reduce its consumption. As a result of the need for frequent flushing for hygiene and odour reduction purposes, urinals are by far the largest water users in the washroom, with figures for Bluewater, established during Lend Lease’s research programme prior to the change over, showing an average usage for each urinal of 108,816 litres per year.

With 97 urinals in the retail and leisure destination, this is a significant consumer of water. The property Management team led by Tim Hollands has responded with a water upgrade program that includes the refurbishment of all bathrooms and the implementation of waterless urinals. These will cut the usage of potable water by over ten million litres per year, in monetary terms a projected saving of about £25,000 in the installation year and well over £30,000 per annum thereafter. This remarkable reduction is being achieved by the installation of the waterless urinals developed by local company Water Solutions [GB] Ltd., based in Crayford. The concept of

A recent study of water consumption at Bluewater, suggests that Waterless urinals may save over 10 million litres of water per year, this is a saving of £25,000 annually. Bluewater is Europe’s leading retail and leisure destination with 330 of the best UK and International brands and 50 restaurants and bars.

urinals using no water may be initially difficult to accept but trials over 10 months in Bluewater proved without doubt that they are more hygienic than the conventional format and that they never block or flood. Equally important is the fact that they virtually eliminate the faint but unpleasant urine smell that is endemic in even the best maintained of men’s toilets. The Water Solutions award winning waterless system is very simple and can be retro-fitted to any normal urinal bowl. Within the unit there is a unique one-way valve that replaces the need for a water filled trap, allowing liquid through when in use then immediately reforming the total seal.

The unit is topped by a dome, which emits a faint, pleasant smell whenever it is triggered by the presence of urine. It is the reaction of water with the uric salts that build up in the limescale present in all water fed systems that cause the unfortunately familiar urinal odour. When you cut out the water, you cut out the smell.


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Just Fit And Finish With Enhanced Dryseal GRP Roofing System

Hambleside Danelaw has enhanced the Dryseal GRP component based roofing system for flat and low pitched roofs that comes with the easy ‘Fit and Finish’ installation. The Dryseal range for domestic, commercial, industrial and heritage applications now includes a new RibTec ribbed membrane alongside a standard flat membrane. Covered for the first time by an independent insurance backed warranty scheme, Dryseal is a natural choice for green roof applications as it is water tight and root resistant. Hambleside has opened a new dedicated training centre for Dryseal contractors near Daventry, providing Dryseal training courses for new operatives as well as refresher courses for existing operatives.

Hambleside Danelaw LtdT: 01327 701900E: [email protected]: www.hambleside-danelaw.co.uk

Maxi 60 Ceiling System – Acoustic & 1hr Fire Rated

The Maxi 60 ceiling system from acoustic experts Sound Reduction Systems Ltd is the perfect solution to Part E of the Building Regulations regarding the transmission of sound within building. Not only is it possible to exceed both the airborne and impact noise requirements of Part E, but it will also offer an hour’s fire resistance. What makes this even more remarkable, is that the whole system is only 60mm deep. The Maxi 60 ceiling is also one of our Code for Sustainable Homes acoustic solutions, allowing the specifier to achieve vital credits towards the overall points total of the building.

SRS LtdT: 01204 380074E: [email protected] W: www.soundreduction.co.uk

First Robust Detail to Qualify for Maximum Credits

An Ancon Wall Tie has been named as an integral component in the first Robust Detail to qualify for the maximum sound insulation credits, under the Code for Sustainable Homes. Robust Details Ltd has published E-WM-19; based around Icopal Monarfloor’s Bridgestop acoustic isolation system for masonry separating cavity walls. The assessed structures incorporated Staifix HRT4 wall ties. The HRT4 is manufactured by Ancon from high tensile stainless steel wire. The thin bridge across the cavity formed by the slender profile of this wall tie has a negligible effect on the acoustic (and the thermal) performance of a masonry wall, making it the ideal solution for this application. No wall tie other than the Staifix HRT4 is able to be used in all masonry cavity separating wall details published by Robust Details Ltd.

Ancon Building ProductsT: 0114 275 5224E: [email protected] W: www.ancon.co.uk

New and Improved Website For Liquid Plastics

Liquid Plastics, pioneer of liquid applied waterproofing technology, is pleased to announce the launch of its brand new website www.liquidplastics.co.uk. Liquid Plastics are a British company and manufacture liquid applied roofing systems. They have completely re-created their website to showcase their products and services including an industry newsfeed on the home page. The new website has been live for approximately four weeks now and has generated very positive feedback from users. The company has also recently undergone a brand evolution, which can also be seen on-line, and Liquid Plastics’ QA Contractors will soon also have their own dedicated micro-site, giving them exclusive access to in-depth information and resources.

Liquid PlasticsT: 01772 255022E: [email protected]: www.liquidplastics.co.uk

The A. Proctor Group

The A. Proctor Group supplied two of their innovative thermal insulation products – Spacetherm F and Retrophix - to a project in Moss-side, Manchester, for Mosscare Homes. Using only 40mm of Spacetherm F improved the u-value of the uninsulated 9” brick wall from 2.1W/m2K to 0.27W/m2K, exceeding the clients’ minimum specification of 0.3W/m2K. Retrophix was installed on the upper floor of this project, as this did not have the same space constraints as the ground floor. An overall Retrophix thickness of 60mm reduced the u-value from 2.1W/m2K to 0.29W/m2K, Spacetherm is covered by a third party, BRE certificate – BRE APB007 and in some circumstances, projects may be eligible for CERT Funding, through British Gas.

The A. Proctor GroupT: 01250 872 261E: [email protected]: www.proctorgroup.com/Retrophix/

New Brochure For Extended Column Casings Range From Encasement

A new expanded and fully revised electronic ‘e-brochure’ has been launched by Encasement, which covers the company’s extensive range of decorative column casing solutions for architects specifiers and contractors. During the past 18 months, the Encasement range has tripled in size and the new brochure includes pre-formed plywood and metal column casings as well as compact laminate, glass reinforced polymer (GRP) and gypsum (GRG) casings alongside a new fire protection casing specifically for mezzanine floor installations. Each product range is covered by a dedicated section, including a key information and images of project installations together with core specification details and typical installation diagrams that can be copied direct from the e-brochure and pasted into project specifications.

Encasement LimitedT: 01733 266 889E: [email protected]: www.encasement.co.uk

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NEW Taper-Loc System

The Taper-Loc System is a revolutionary new frameless glass balustrade system. The precision measured control gives you high quality installations every time.

• 50% faster to install than traditional alternatives• For toughened/toughened laminated glass from 12mm-25.52mm thick• Dry glaze system, no need for cement• Tested to meet the strictest building code requirements BS6180:1999 and

BS6399-1:1996• The product is unique. It uses a horizontal taper-loc design, which allows

the system to be adjusted, dismantled and re-set.

C.R.Laurence of EuropeT: 00800 0421 6144E: [email protected] W: www.crlaurence.co.uk

Glass Railing Systems

C.R. Laurence’s high quality Standoff Railing System is manufactured to meet or exceed applicable building code requirements. The system can be mounted to almost any approved substrate.

The Glass Railing range features a comprehensive selection of Post Railing Kits that combine the durability of stainless steel components with innovative designs. Also available is a large range of ‘Dry’ and ‘Wet’ Glass Railing Systems, the innovative Taper-Loc Dry Glaze System, Aluminium Railing Systems with Glass or Picket Infill Panels, Elevated Railing Systems and Aluminium Windscreen Systems.

C.R. Laurence of EuropeT: 00800 0421 6144E: [email protected] W: www.crlaurence.co.uk

JIS Auto Bleed Valve – A Real Timesaver

If you have a radiator heating system or just a water-heated towel rail, how often have you cursed yourself for not bleeding the system when it was needed? JIS Europe Ltd. have a neat and simple attachment which means that air-blocks need never happen again.

The Auto Bleed Valve is small, unobtrusive, simple to fit and inexpensive yet it saves endless frustration, wasted time and money in situations where air regularly enters an individual appliance or a circulatory system. Automatically pressure activated, the Valve vents the appliance as soon as it becomes necessary, increasing the energy efficiency of the heating system as well soothing the owner’s temper.

JIS (Europe) LtdT: 01444 831200E: [email protected] W: www.jiseurope.co.uk

The JIS Europe Range Of Stainless Steel Towel Rails And Radiators

JIS Europe Ltd are the UK’s leading supplier of stainless steel towel rails and radiators. Stainless steel will not corrode or flake, it is also easy to clean and totally hygienic with no known health risks, thus it has been used in the food industry for many years. Stainless steel is produced from over 90% recycled metal, manufactured environmentally and is 100% recyclable itself.

Sussex Range radiators will last a lifetime, manufactured from 304 (catering grade) stainless steel with 316 (marine grade) stainless steel welds. Small marks or scratches can be polished out, and these stunning durable radiators are the perfect heating choice for any home.

JIS (Europe) LtdT: 01444 831200E: [email protected] W: www.jiseurope.co.uk

Schell Angle Valves - Innovative Water Savers

Schell GmbH & Co. have introduced their innovative Angle Valve, consisting of a brass body with a polished chrome plated surface, that allows flow control of cold and hot water. Instead of the simple 90º degree ‘shut off’ mechanism of a normal ball valve, this Schell product has a facility on the front of the valve that can be rotated anti-clockwise to set a desired flow rate and, of course, to compensate against differing pipe pressures.

The Angle Valve can water consumption by up to 40% without affecting performance in any way and helps to reduce CO2 emissions and can be fitted in many applications including public buildings, schools and hospitals to domestic bathrooms.

SchellT: 0845 680 6902E: [email protected] W: www.schell.eu

Zenolite – Acrylic Innovation

Zenolite is a high gloss acrylic decorative panel offering an exciting, eco friendly, colourful, tough and light weight alternative to traditional interior surface materials such as back painted glass, ceramic, aluminium and wood.Available in 10 colours, inspirational designs can be created for kitchens, bathrooms, showrooms, and hotel and office reception areas.

Zenolite’s integrated colour layer offers superb colour consistency - each panel is highly resistant to UV light, cracking, staining or warping and has 25 times the impact strength of glass. Zenolite is distributed in the UK by David Clouting and is available in a range of thicknesses and sizes.

ZenoliteT: 01376 518 037E: [email protected]: www.davidclouting.co.uk








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Change In Comfort With Pressalit Care’s New Nursing Bench 150

Pressalit Care has extended its range of height adjustable nursing benches with the new Nursing Bench 150. Meeting the recommendations of BS8300:2009, the Nursing Bench 150 has been designed for installations such as Changing Places facilities, school hygiene rooms and home adaptations. For use in situations where a person needs to be changed or showered while lying down, the Nursing Bench 150 comprises a comfortable PVC-coated canvas stretcher which is easily height adjusted with the hand-held remote control. Providing a weight limit of up to 150kg, the Nursing The Nursing Bench 150 can be supplemented with a Pressalit Care safety rail and splash curtain.

Pressalit CareT: 0844 8806950E: [email protected]: www.pressalitcare.co.uk

Innovative “Green” Building Incorporates Striking Staircase

The helical staircases supplied and installed by M & G Olympic Products Ltd, provide an eye-catching feature to the central atrium of the William Smith building of the British Geological Survey Headquarters, Keyworth, Nottingham. Built to the highest environmental standards the building was awarded a BREEAM “Excellent” rating and is the largest wooden-framed open plan office building in the UK.

The feature staircase, complete with tubular stringers, stainless steel balustrade, timber treads, landings and handrails are an example of M & G Olympic Products impressive track record, gained over 40 years, providing clients with a comprehensive package from design through to installation.

COMPAC Digital Surfaces

COMPAC, one of the world’s leading companies involved in the production of marble and quartz worksurfaces have joined forces with Zeyron Technologies to offer an innovation for the modern home - the world’s first digital worksurface.

COMPAC Digital Surfaces features an electronic keypad integrated into the worksurface to offer fingertip surface touch-control for the management of household functions including water flow control. Designed especially for kitchen and bathroom applications COMPAC will be offering the system for both their quartz and marble worksurface ranges.

Compac UKT: 0208 564 9377E: [email protected]: www.compac.es

M&G Olympic ProductsT: 0114 275 6009E: [email protected]: www.mgolympic.net

Showering Solutions

As the leading supplier of pre-fabricated shower cubicles and bathroom pods, Taplanes provide solutions to a variety of end users throughout the UK. Typically these would include Universities, Schools, Hotels, Hospitals, Local Authorities and Housing Associations.

Durability, reliability and speed of installation ensure Taplanes are the primary choice within their area of expertise. Site surveys, technical support and a comprehensive guarantee are all provided as standard.

TaplanesT: 01423 771645E: [email protected]: www.taplanes.net

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Anvil Foundations Limited

Anvil Foundations LimitedT: 0161 246 6055E: [email protected] W: www.minipiling.info

Anvil Foundations are a specialist foundation company. Our services include: Piling for New Build, Extensions, Retaining Structures, Restricted Access, Minipiling, Underpinning.

Underpinning - Traditional Mass Concrete, Beam and Base, Minipiling, Needle and Ground Beams, Rafts, Basements

Grouting - Void filling below ground such as floor slabs.

All of these systems are described in more detail on our website. If you need a foundation in difficult or interesting ground conditions contact ANVIL - the SOLID Foundation Company.

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Lindapter Secures Target Field Canopy

The $425 million Target Field ballpark, Minnesota, features an inspiring 1,988 ton steel sunshade canopy with a 7,432 m² soffit safely secured with Lindapter steelwork fixings. The curved canopy presented a construction challenge due to the beams varying in size and connection angle throughout. Lindapter provided a single solution with the Type LR Girder Clamp system (M20), independently approved to 58.8kN. The self-adjustable assembly is compatible with variations in beam thickness, depth and connection angle and enabled the canopy risers to be easily aligned into position, resulting in a faster installation in comparison to conventional methods such as drilling, or welding, thereby reducing on-site costs.

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Award Winning Flueless Gas Fire Technology

100% energy-efficiency and reduced gas bills with running costs of around 8p/hour for heat outputs of up to 3.5kW. CVO Fire have extended their range of energy-efficient flueless gas fires due to a major growth in demand as people look to reduce their energy bills.

CVO Fire has developed unique, flueless gas burner technology which does not need catalytic convertors or a glass screen. This means they can manufacture a CE approved flueless (no chimney) gas fire with a beautiful open flame. These contemporary gas fires will warm a room up quickly and provide a focal point for a room. There are many design styles and finishes. All fires are handmade in the UK.

CVO FireT: 01325 301020E: [email protected]: www.cvo.co.uk

Pro Clima Intelligent Airtight Systems

pro clima’s Intelligent airtight vapour control check, INTELLO PLUS along with pro clima’s extensive range of airtight tapes, glues and grommets are designed to last the life time of the building. pro clima are widely distributed in the UK by Ecological Building Systems Ltd through their network of trained stockists. The system has been used in the first certified domestic and non-domestic Passivhaus builds in the UK. JPW Construction from Wales achieved on the domestic property an air permeability result or Q50 of 0.250m3/(h.m2) 50 Pa. Their non-domestic project; Canolfan Hyddgen is a Welsh Assembly/Powys County Council funded scheme building used as meeting rooms, gained BREEAM Excellent and achieved a Q50 of 0.37m3/(h.m2) 50 Pa; both results far lower than the PassivHaus standard.

Ecological Building Systems UK LtdT: 05600 758025E: [email protected] W: www.ecologicalbuildingsystems.com

BSRIA Instrument Solutions

BSRIA Instrument Solutions is a Total Solution organisation offering the instrument user a comprehensive service for their Test and Measurement requirements. With equipment Hire, Sales and Calibration facilities. The calibration department within BSRIA Instrument Solutions draws upon over 40 years of experience in the building industry.

Equipment is available for Airflow, Illumination, Sound Frequency, Vibration, Air leakage, Combustion, Data logging, Temperature, Humidity, Survey, Electrical and Environmental Analysis.

BSRIA Instrument SolutionsT: 01344 459314E: [email protected] W: www.bis.fm

The AYLESBURY™ Float Valve Range From Keraflo

Keraflo have manufactured top quality, delayed action float valves in the UK for almost 25 years. Their Aylesbury™ range is synonymous with float valve excellence with tens of thousands of products in continual use in demanding applications throughout the UK and around the world.

Aylesbury valves are designed to provide an accurate and efficient method of controlling the level of stored cold water in tanks, with and without raised float valve chambers. Manufactured in a Lloyds Register Quality Assured manufacturing facility, they are constructed to operate over long periods without the need for maintenance. All valves are WRAS approved and come with a 5-year warranty.

Keraflo LtdT: 0118 921 9920E: [email protected] W: www.keraflo.co.uk

LK Floor Heating Systems

For more than 30 years LK Systems have been supplying and developing warm water under floor heating. Under floor heating works well and efficiently in any kind of building from a small cottage, to large industrial buildings and on up to huge schools and hospitals; it can be installed in any floor structure, be it concrete, screed, beam & block, suspended or floating.

LK under floor heating has a working lifetime at least as long as the building itself. It can be effectively powered by any heat source and LK under floor heating can be mated to the heat source to provide extra economical comfort. LK Systems not only offers products but entire floor heating system solutions.

LK Systems LtdT: 0870 242 4873E: [email protected] W: www.lksystems.co.uk

New Look Sealant System Supports Builders’ Energy Efficiency Needs

The FROTH-PAK foam machine from Dow Building Solutions has been specially-designed as a foamed-in-place polyurethane sealant to help control air leakage from buildings and insulate gaps, cracks, cavities and joints in the building envelope. It can also be used for sealing-in doors and windows and at roof/wall intersections. In response to operator demands, the system now comes with a redesigned INSTA-FLO Gun, a sturdy, lightweight applicator which helps the operator control flow rate, reducing overspray and waste. The gun also comes with a safety mechanism to protect against accidental discharge, and a range of specially-designed nozzles to suit different application requirements.

Dow Building SolutionsT: 020 3139 4190E: [email protected] W: www.styrofoam.co.uk










NIBE Energy Systems Ltd

NIBE Energy Systems Ltd, recently launched a new generation of Heat Pumps designed to utilise to maximum effect the heat ever present below ground level, converting it into energy to heat the home and all the hot water used in it.

The new NIBE F1145 and F1245 pumps are quite extraordinarily efficient, are practically silent in operation and extremely user friendly for both the installer and end-user. With fuel bill savings of up to 80% compared with fossil fuel systems and with the greenest of credentials on carbon emissions as well as energy saving, the new NIBE ground source heat pumps are very impressive indeed.

NIBE Energy Systems Ltd T: 0845 095 1200E: [email protected] W: www.nibe.co.uk

Easy To Recognise Colour - Coded Clips

Talon has recently introduced a range of Hinged Identification Pipe Clips to give instant recognition to the type of pipes they contain. With clips in yellow for gas pipes, red for hot water pipes and blue for cold water, there can no longer be any excuse for mistaking a pipe during maintenance, repair, refurbishment or extension work.

The red and blue clips are available in 15mm and 22mm and the yellow in 15mm, 22mm and 28mm. Recently introduced are ‘potable’ water identification clips in 20mm 25mm and 32mm colour coded to blue MDPE pipe colour.

Talon Manufacturing Ltd T: 01634 296960E: [email protected] W: www.talon.co.uk

Cistermiser’s Hygienic, Water Saving ‘IR’ Taps

Novatap and Novaspout are two vital components of the IR [Infrared] range of products developed by Cistermiser. Both are designed for the hygienic ‘hands free’ delivery of water to a standard wash basin, providing a set flow rate that lasts only as long as required.

The Novatap is a robust but pleasantly styled, deck mounted, chrome plated single tap with the infrared activating sensor at the base of the upright and it has a two-rod fixing that makes installation simple and vandalism difficult. Designed for automatic supply from a wall panel mounting,the Novaspout, in stainless steel, is of good appearance yet is practical and also vandal resistant.

Cistermiser LtdT: 0118 969 1611 E: [email protected] W: www.cistermiser.co.uk

New BSF Brochure From Zehnder

Zehnder, one of Europe’s leading indoor climate solution providers, is supporting the architects and specifiers working on BSF projects with the launch of a new brochure specific to their needs.

Detailing their comprehensive portfolio of heating, cooling, air filtration and ventilation products the Zehnder BSF brochure is designed to help architects and specifiers design high performance, energy efficient indoor climate systems that meet the required Government standards.

Zehnder Technical ServicesT: 01252 515151E: [email protected]: www.zehnder.co.uk

The Advance Evolution

Evolution is constant, delivering better and better results for the expended effort. Like a finely honed wild animal built for performance, Advance - the new compact MVHR from Itho is meticulously tuned, high performance and with a Specific Fan Power (SFP) as low as 0.37 w/l/s, which easily outruns all of its competitors. Ideal for 2/3 bedroom apartments and houses, the SAP Appendix Q Eligible Advance is EST Best Practice Compliant for up to a Kitchen plus 4 wet rooms. Smaller and lighter than its big brother, the HRU ECO 4, the Advance is designed for installation on walls and ceilings. Measuring just 595mm wide x 280mm deep x 700mm high, the SFP results demonstrate that this powerful little unit will give better results in the SAP Appendix Q.

Itho Ventilation LimitedT: 0845 250 8090E: [email protected] W: www.kabadoorsystems.co.uk

Sens – A New, ‘Beneficial To Health’ Paint Range

As a result of extensive research and collaboration with experts in the field of environmental research, occupational medicine and allergy prevention, Jotun is leading the way in this form of paint technology. Sens is the only paint that fulfils the strict requirements of the Norwegian Asthma and Allergies Association (NAAF) as well as meeting the stringent environmental standards set by the Swan and Euro Flower labels.

The Sens range of interior paint has the lowest rate of VOC emissions of any paint on the market, making it one of the safest paints available today. Sens is the ideal choice for situations where health considerations are paramount.

Jotun Paints (Europe) LtdT: 0191 265 4381E: [email protected] W: www.jotun.co.uk










Privacy And Dignity Enhanced By Bespoke Kaba Automatic Sliding Doors

Kaba Door Systems has completed a series of unique automatic door installations for Colchester General Hospital. Kaba supplied and installed nineteen sets of bespoke automatic single sliding door packages. The specially modified Kaba SLX single sliding door packages have been incorporated into new ward bays. With an overall width of 4.2 metres, each door has been designed to give a clear opening width of 2 metres. Manifestations positioned at eye level ensure privacy for the patients and activation is by touch-less pads, helping to fight the spread of infection. The 2.2 metre wide pocket side screens have been inlaid with dry wipe boards which are used by staff.

Kaba Door SystemsT: 0870 000 5252E: [email protected] W: www.kabadoorsystems.co.uk

SFS Intec Expands Glazing Potential With Extended Fixings Range

SFS intec has expanded its range of fixing systems for glass to offer architects and designers the scope to deliver even more ambitious glazed features in all types of newbuild and refurbishment projects. Details of all SFS intec’s glass fixing systems are available in its catalogue which can be obtained online or by phone.

New additions to the range include the new AF fixing system for double glazed units. This allows the creation of thermally superior glass facades with low U-values thanks to an innovative point fixing design that is available in a domed or countersunk head for a choice of aesthetic finish.

SFS IntecT: 0113 2085 500E: [email protected] W: www.sfsintec.biz/uk

Smart-Wall Sets New Standards For Security

Smart Architectural Aluminium’s Smart-Wall commercial entrance door has successfully passed both BRE’s Loss Prevention Certification Board LPS 1175 Level 2 and the Harmonised European Standard ENV 1627 level 3 Security tests. Smart-Wall is the first fully thermally broken aluminium swing door to achieve both tests, setting new standards for security and thermal performance for commercial entrance doors in the UK.

Smart Wall offers a complete screening solution for fully thermally broken swing and rebated doors. A heavy duty commercial door designed to perform under the robust usage of heavy to severe traffic, making it ideal for education and retail applications.

Smart Systems LtdT: 01934 876100E: [email protected] W: www.smartsystems.co.uk

UK Company Develops The Ultimate Fire Door

The breakthrough unlatched fire door system from Wrightstyle now offers designers a range of new and fully-glazed interior or exterior door options that offer practicality coupled with fire safety. The Wrightstyle unlatched doors, in single or double leaf format, are free-swinging and available in a wide range of surface finishes including stainless steel and with full glazing options. The Wrightstyle system does away with the need for latches because, in normal use, the doors allow free passage in both directions. However, in a fire, the Wrightstyle door system will automatically and securely close, providing a barrier against fire and toxic gases, fire-tested and certified up to 120 minutes, with a range of fire resistance options for insulation and integrity.

Wrightstyle LtdT: 01380 722 239E: [email protected] W: www.wrightstyle.co.uk

Sonic Windows

For the last 55 years, Sonic have been designing, manufacturing and installing a range of communication windows that people all over the UK use every day. Sonic Windows design and engineering expertise ensures that all our products offer the optimum combination of clear communication together with protection for your staff and compliance with all legislative and safety requirements.

We have products suitable for almost all applications, so please browse our site and whatever your requirements or queries, please get in touch through our contact page and we will be happy to discuss them and provide any further information you may require.

Sonic Windows LtdT: 01424 223864E: [email protected] W: www.sonicwindows.co.uk

Glazing Aesthetics Shine Through With Low Profile Fixings

A RIBA-certified CPD technical seminar from SFS intec provides the latest insights into the creation of visually appealing structural glazing with low impact fixings. Glass provides enormous scope to create visually stunning buildings and the latest generation of attachment systems means structural steel and timber frameworks can be kept to a minimum. Precision engineered, innovative fixing systems enable the creation of facades with clean, unbroken sightlines for sleek aesthetics. All the main information relating to fixing system specification is provided in SFS intec’s RIBA-certified CPD seminar including design considerations, energy efficiency, natural daylight benefits and how to avoid corrosion risks.

SFS intecT: 0113 2085 500E: [email protected]: www.sfsintec.biz/uk










Eco Fire Preventative Coatings

Envirograf® eco friendly water based fire preventative coatings for timber can offer both Class 0 & Class 1 spread of flame and 30 and 60 minutes fire protection. Tested to BS476 parts 6 & 7 and 22 and B/S1/d0 of European Standard Parts EN13823:2002 single burn test (SBI) and EN11925-2: 2002 ignitability.

Envirograf® passive fire preventative coatings can be used internally or externally and can be over coated with a range of protective sealants that can offer up to an impressive 12 year exterior maintenance cycle. The coatings are available in clear, white or a range of colours and finishes, a new coating version is also available for use in kitchens and hygienic areas.

EnvirografT: 01304 842555E: [email protected] W: www.envirograf.com

New Eco-Friendly Envirograf® Coatings Catalogue

The new eco-friendly Envirograf® Fire Protection Coatings catalogue is now available. This booklet is a comprehensive presentation of the complete range of Envirograf® specialist fire coatings for wood, steel, plasterboard, doors, fabrics, cables, glass fibre and Upvc.

The document, illustrates how every day items like staircases, panelling, doors, windows etc can be economically and easily transformed into products with a robust defence against a fire. Timber can now be protected with an astonishing 12 year maintenance cycle, together with a range of coatings that can be even washed or scrubbed clean!

EnvirografT: 01304 842555E: [email protected] W: www.envirograf.com

Kawneer Relaunches Specification Guide

A new, even more user-friendly specification guide to its architectural aluminium systems has been launched by Kawneer to help architects select the most appropriate curtain walling, windows, framing and doors for their projects. The updated guide includes two new product selectors - for Kawneer’s AA®3610 and AA®3610LS (linked sash) vertical sliding windows and the AA®3110HW healthcare window that maximises ventilation while minimising the risk of self harming. These are just two of several new products, as well as new project case studies and CPDs, that feature in the updated guide that also features a more durable and robust polypropylene cover.

Kawneer UK LimitedT: 01928 502500E: [email protected] W: www.kawneer.co.uk/pr/sg/

New Range Of Extruded Bricks From York Handmade

Many users may not have noticed that, following rationalization and closure of many extruded (machine-made) brick factories, a number of lines which were widely used in the eighties, nineties and noughties are now no longer available. It is also true to say that a number of 73mm (2 7/8 inch bricks) are no longer in production. York Handmade, who have established an unrivalled reputation as an independent producer of niche products in the clamp sector where a more traditional brick is used, have now introduced a new facility and range of products for extruded machine-made bricks. To mark this re-launch of an old product, the company has recently published a brand new brochure which is available as a download from their website.

York HandmadeT: 01347 838881E: [email protected] W: www.yorkhandmade.co.uk

New Colour Selector From Steadmans

Steadmans has released a new colour selector portraying its 200LG range of over 30 colour options which is now available on its metal roof and wall profiles and composite panels. Steadmans 200LG is an extremely durable leathergrain plastisol product suitable for external use on industrial, retail and leisure buildings. With a choice of standard and special colours to suit aesthetic requirements, the product has a warranty of up to 30 years to first maintenance and a predicted service life of 40 years. Available to download or request as a hard copy at www.steadmans.co.uk, the new A4 booklet provides performance and specification details of 200LG plus thumbnails of the full range of colours available.

SteadmansT: 01697 478277E: [email protected] W: www.steadmans.co.uk

Keywood – Durable, Versatile, Sustainable

Keywood is modified timber and is the latest product to be launched by timber preservation and fire retardant specialists Arch Timber Protection. It has been developed to provide a building material with the widest range of possibilities and uses only natural biomass resins and Radiata Pine sustainable timbers.Keywood provides a versatile, durable and sustainable building material. It can be used both indoors or outdoors, either with or without a coating. The modification process imbues Keywood with improved dimensional stability and long term performance properties with Durability Class 1 which according to BS8417 gives up to a 60 year service life for outdoor, above ground applications, such as decking and cladding.

Arch Timber ProtectionT: 01977 714000E: [email protected] W: www.archtp.com










Hush-Cradle Adjustable Resilient Flooring Cradles

HUSH-CRADLES will rapidly create an acoustic floating floor saving valuable time and labour costs. HUSH-CRADLES with their built-in resilient layer have been designed as a timber batten support with an infinitely adjustable thread, allowing for precise leveling across uneven concrete or timber sub-floors without the use of time consuming fiddly packers.

HUSH-CRADLES are a totally unique patented design which produces results that fully comply with the requirements of UK Building Regulations Approved Document E (England and Wales) Section 5 (Scotland) and Part G (Northern Ireland). Robust Details FFT2 compliant for floor structures EFC-1 EFC-2 and EFS-1.

HUSH (UK) LIMITEDT: 0151 933 2026E: [email protected]: www.hush.uk.com

Marshalls Launch Natural Stone Portfolio

From the beauty of natural Yorkstone to the style and sophistication of granite and Alta Quartzite, Marshalls natural stone materials offer endless opportunities to bring landscaping to life and now the full range is available to view in Marshalls new Natural Stone Brochure.

Showcasing the largest range of Yorkstone in the UK, with case studies and visualisations in a variety of different landscapes including schools, herit-age, retail, commercial and contemporary settings, the new brochure brings together Marshalls extensive portfolio of natural stone products and offers inspirational and unique design solutions from Marshalls experts. For further information and to receive your free natural stone brochure, please visit the new natural stone web site.

Marshalls plcT: 0870 241 2463W: www.marshalls.co.uk/naturalstone

A-Safer Place To Be

Plastic barrier specialists, A-Safe, has revolutionised warehouse and production sites around the world with its unique plastic barrier systems.

Over 25 years, A-Safe has developed a blend of high-performance polymers providing the strength and durability of steel, with the flexibility, and reduced maintenance of plastic.

A-Safe is now the preferred supplier of safety barrier systems for leading wolrdwide companies such as Kimberly-Clark, Toyota and Asda with its various systems for applications where safety is a premium and is proven to protect the workforce, machinery and vehicles.

A-Safe (UK) LtdT: 01422 344402E: [email protected] W: www.asafe.co.uk

Remmers Specifications In NBS Format

Remmers, Europes leading manufacturer of specialised building, repair and protection products for the construction industry are pleased to announce that their product specifications are available in NBS format.The downloadable product information is a must for architects and specifiers when deciding from the wide range of Remmers resin flooring, waterproofing and restoration products to suit their project specifications.Available at www.remmers.co.uk the specifications can be copied and pasted directly into your project specification document.Remmers UK Ltd – setting the standards for quality and service for the last 60 years.

Remmers (UK) Limited T: 0845 373 0103 E: [email protected] W: www.remmers.co.uk

Surface Reinforcement Takes The Weight

Where it is architecturally desirable to have a grassed or gravel area around a high-rise building, the landscaping must still meet the requirements of Fire Certification and allow heavy vehicles such as fire brigade appliances to get close to the building’s façade.

RECYFIX® Turf Super™ from Hauraton is a discreet and permanent surface reinforcement system with a loading capacity of 400 tonne/m², easily allowing for the weight of a fully laden fire engine. Technical support is offered to ensure the correct installation of the system that consolidates the surface, prevents erosion yet still allows for surface drainage. The company also offer RECYFIX® Turf Standard with a loading capacity of 200 tonne/m².

Hauraton LimitedT: 01582 501380E: [email protected]: www.hauraton.co.uk

Rippleweave 2 Offers Superior Style And Comfort

Rippleweave 2 is a sophisticated new textured loop pile carpet tile with a rich tactile appearance, introduced into Forbo’s Tessera range to deliver a look of opulence and superior level of underfoot comfort in high end commercial interiors and hospitality environments.

The texture and luxurious appearance are achieved by incorporating heavyweight four ply Lumina 100% solution dyed polyamide yarns in a complex multi-height loop pile design. The result is a heavy contract carpet tile with a very generous 950gsm pile weight and long-lasting appearance retention. Rippleweave 2 is offered in seven muted colourways incorporating co-ordinated tonal yarns inspired by natural elements.

ForboT: 0844 822 3929E: [email protected] W: www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/moreinfo







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Transfer Of Trade, All Change!

After more than 40 years as a major player in the exhibition and display industry Richard Armitage has chosen 2010 to retire. The trade will transfer to a new company RTD Systems Limited on the 1st March 2010. The new company is owned by the current MD of RT Display Systems Limited Alan Sheridan. The contact details and trading address will remain the same.


NIBE Technology Aids Eco-House In South Lanarkshire CollegeFor well over six months NIBE Energy Systems, one of the country’s leading suppliers of renewable energy heating systems, has run a joint project with South Lanarkshire College in East Kilbride making available the latest hi-tech heat exchange equipment to the college for student tuition, as well as to NIBE for professional training courses. As a result when SLC co-ordinated an ambitious project to build the first affordable low-energy, low-carbon house in the College grounds it was natural that NIBE would be one of the private sector partners invited to contribute to the eco-success of the undertaking.

The house, named Aurora, was appropriately launched by John Swinney, Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Sustainable Growth, just a few days before the start of the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen and has proved a resounding success. It easily gained the unusual achievement of an ‘A’ rating for energy performance [when most new-build houses are rated ‘C’ and older properties ‘D’ or worse] and exceeds not only the current building standards but also those due to come in force in 2013 and even those scheduled for 2016/17.

It is confidently expected that with the new technologies embedded in the project the house will actually generate more electricity than it consumes so that an Aurora house owner would benefit not only from energy savings of up to £1,800 per year but also from an income from selling energy to the National Grid!

The NIBE contribution to the energy saving success of Aurora lies in two very different installations, one a ground-sourced heat pump [a well tried and extremely effective heat recovery system using the latent heat always present in the soil], the other an ingenious and less well known system harvesting the considerable amount of heat generated in a home that is normally discharged straight into the atmosphere through normal ventilation.

The NIBE Exhaust Air Recovery Unit gathers the warm but oxygen-poor air, passes it through the latest high-efficiency heat exchanger to maximise energy for water and home heating and eventually discharges it at a temperature close to freezing. Exhaust Air systems have been popular for many years in Sweden, where NIBE’s parent company is based, but have been underused so far in the UK.

Both these systems of course not only maximise energy collection but also minimise carbon emissions, a vital factor given the ambitious carbon emission targets set for the future.


Brick Development Association Supports Construction Industries Charity

The Brick Development Association (BDA) continues to support CRASH, the construction industries industry’s charity for homeless people. Through its annual Brick Awards, the BDA has raised over £10,000 for the charity and in 2009 alone, nearly £4000 went to help the Eastbourne Day Centre, a CRASH supported project.CRASH is a practical charity that focuses on improving the buildings used by homeless people, by awarding cash grants, providing on-site professional expertise and by supplying free building materials.The Salvation Army uses the Eastbourne Day Centre to provide a warm place for rough sleepers and approached CRASH for assistance with renovating its building and providing additional facilities. Through the help of the Brick Development Association, CRASH was able to provide a cash grant to complete the project.The awards will be presented at London’s Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel on 3rd November. The closing date for entries is 25th June. Entry forms are available from www.brick.org.uk/2010awards, by emailing [email protected] or by calling the BDA on 020 7323 7030.


New Dedicated Orbis Signage Service From Laidlaw Solutions

In addition to its range of standard Orbis door signage products, architectural ironmongery market leader Laidlaw Solutions now offers a bespoke service for interior and exterior commercial signage. 10 -14 days turn round In addition to standard interior requirements, custom-made dual language, tactile warning and Braille text signage can be supplied as part of a full door, hardware and access control package. In addition to using stainless steel letters/numbers in a variety of thicknesses, signs are produced in PVC and aluminium, while traditional engraved brass nameplates can also be supplied. Existing fittings can be matched and supplied in any standard RAL, BS or Pantone colour.


Superior Efficiency And Compact SizeNew copper brazed plate heat exchanger offers enhanced efficiency and reliability. Alfa Laval’s new CB60 copper brazed plate heat exchanger manages to provide higher thermal efficiency within a smaller heat transfer area which adds up to an overall increase in performance capacity compared to its predecessors. The exchanger is ideal for applications in District Heating, general heating and cooling duties and tap water heating solutions. Since the new CB60 offers less pressure drop, power consumption is also reduced. A range of different plate patterns are available within the same compact shape, which means that the exchanger can be tailored with some precision for individual duties. But, since the CB60 retains the same basic interface as its predecessors, replacing old with new should present no problems. With an even more compact shape, the gasket-free exchangers can be squeezed into tight corners, even when space is severely limited.


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Call for Brick Awards 2010 The search is now underway to find the best brickwork in action. The Brick Development Association has opened the door for this year’s Brick Awards. The Awards are one of the top design and construction awards in the country – and the definitive showcase for what clay brick can do. Just take a look at www.brick.org.uk/awards to see just how high the standards are. Entrants are judged on architectural design demonstrating sustainability credentials and the choice of brick. The Brick Awards are open to anyone, whether they are architects/designers, building owners, developers, housebuilders, contractors or brick manufacturers. The only stipulation is that the project – unless it’s featured in the Worldwide category – must feature clay bricks or pavers made by BDA members.


New Optimal Offers Ultimate In Wood ProtectionJotun Paints has improved the formulation of its DemiDekk Optimal woodstain to produce Demidekk Ultimate™, an advanced exterior opaque woodstain with an outstanding maintenance cycle of up to 12 years. DemiDekk Ultimate™ is highly water resistant with improved dirt retention and is particularly effective against moulds. Advanced waterborne Ultimate™ has an exceptionally low VOC rating. Touch dry in two hours and recoatable in just eight, Ultimate™ can be brush, roller or spray applied on new woodwork; pressure impregnated timber and previously painted woodwork.


New Website for Qualicoat UK & Ireland

The specification of Qualicoat in the UK and Ireland continues to increase as specifiers become aware of the benefits of using a Qualicoat approved supplier. Not only is the process of architectural powder coating closely monitored and regularly independently checked, both the pre-treatment system and the powder used is also subject to Qualicoat approval. In order to meet the demand from specifiers Qualicoat UK & Ireland have updated their website and included a new powerful search tool. Not only does the search facility index the Qualicoat UK and Ireland website, it also provides results from each of its members websites in one search. www.qualicoatuki.org.


Crittall Scoops Queen’s Award Britain’s leading steel window manufacturer has received the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade. Crittall Windows has received the award in recognition of its export achievements in the notoriously difficult American market where the Essex-based company has seen the value of its sales increase significantly over recent years. Crittall is now the second largest supplier of steel windows in the United States having re-built its entire distribution network there in just six years. The company dates back to 1849 and in 2004 Crittall Windows underwent a management buyout led by Mr John Pyatt. At this point, its distribution market in the States disappeared and the company had to begin again from scratch with its US operation. Then, three-years later, Crittall Windows moved to new state-of-the-art premises in Witham, Essex from its factory in Braintree. Despite the upheaval, and now the recession, the company has gone from strength to strength.On both sides of the Atlantic its products are being specified in high quality public and private sector buildings. In order to win a Queen’s Award, companies also have to demonstrate high quality business practices in employee relations, environmental policy, health and safety matters, and its relationship with the local community. In all these matters Crittall Windows has scored very highly.


Everything You Wanted To Know About District Heating But Were Afraid To AskA new publication from heat transfer specialists, Alfa Laval, sets out to de-mystify the topic of District Heating (DH) by explaining the terminology, examining the history and setting out the prospects for its increased use in the UK.In other parts of the world, notably Russia and Scandinavia, DH is the norm rather than the exception. However, while Scandinavian cities such as Copenhagen have developed the technology to such a degree that more than 90% of homes are heated via DH networks, in the UK only about 1% of homes are connected to a suitable network. The UK Government’s stated aim is to increase this ratio to 14% - or 8 million homes – in the future. The Guide spells out salient facts regarding UK energy usage and emissions against a background of dwindling fuel availability, rocketing energy prices and increasingly stringent legislation to curb carbon emissions.


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Smarts Awarded ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems Certification

Profile systems company Smart Architectural Aluminium are proud to announce that they have been awarded certification to the ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems standard. ISO 14001 is a management tool that allows businesses to identify and control the environmental impact of their business, to work continually to improve environmental performance and to implement a systematic approach to setting environmental objectives and targets. Attaining ISO 14001 is the next step for Smarts who are committed to reducing the impact of their activities on the environment and already hold certification to the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems standard. The journey to attaining ISO 14001 is a challenging one where a company must ensure they have suitable systems in place for indentifying, reducing and recycling each type of material waste; oil, paper, plastic, cardboard, aluminium, chemicals and batteries must all be dealt with separately. Impressively, the systems that Smarts have in place currently capture and recycle over 100 tonnes of packaging per annum. The management system standard also helps businesses to better understand their carbon footprint and then plan to reduce this impact. Smarts has been able to identify several areas where over the next twelve months they aim to cut their carbon footprint. Primary among these is reducing the impact of their transport fleet on the environment through investment in low-emission vehicles and more efficient transport planning systems.


Laminating The Building Envelope

ABET LAMINATI has forged a strategic partnership with ALIVA UK, one of the country’s leading providers of ventilated facades and exterior envelope solutions. The collaboration between the companies means that for the first time a complete design, supply and installation solution is now available for Abet’s popular MEG High Pressure Laminate exterior range. Both companies share a strong environmental ethos and focus heavily on the environmental and manufacturing impact. They use prime materials that are sustainable and contribute to energy conservation and environmental protection. Abet was awarded the environmental EN 14001 in 2008 and Aliva Srl, Italy also intends to qualify for this coveted standard. MEG, which carries a BBA Agrément Certificate, is a self-supporting high pressure laminate (HPL) for cladding the exterior of buildings, balconies and other applications. The range has been recently extended to include a raft of new colours, styles and finishes. Its high physical and technical performance means that it can withstand all types of weather and temperature, as well as being resistant to strong UV light, acid rain, abrasion and damage. In addition to the traditional plain colours, wood finishes and simulated-concrete colours, a new innovation is MEG Metal – available in five colours. Importantly, MEG is also able to incorporate Abet’s digital printing technology. This means that almost any design, photograph or pattern can be reproduced in stunning detail to give architects and designers unparalleled freedom to create unusual and dramatic building facades.


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90% Heat Recovery Efficiency With New Q-VentJohnson & Starley has introduced a new high efficiency heat recovery ventilation unit for domestic applications which is SAP Appendix Q listed. It is rated at up to 90% efficient in heat recovery. The Q-Vent HR 160 meets the demands of housing developers and specifiers for very high efficiency heat recovery and this has been achieved with the inclusion of a counterflow heat exchanger. An installer’s commissioning panel allows infinitely variable air extract rates to be set accurately to give close control of air supply and extraction rates on both normal and boost settings. For boost activation and summer mode settings, a number of optional controls are available to the occupier. The unit can also be wired to facilitate other boost settings such as a humidistat. The high heat recovery rates of 90% are substantially higher than some other heat recovery products available for domestic applications. Additional energy efficient operation has also been achieved with the inclusion of EC fan motors. BMS system compatible, the Q-Vent HR 160 is a very high efficient addition to the existing range of Johnson & Starley heat recovery ventilation units.


Ecodan® Heads The Q For Sap Energy RatingsThe recently launched addition for heat pumps to the SAP Appendix Q methodology, has clarified the performance and energy rating of air source heat pumps including the award-winning Ecodan® range from Mitsubishi Electric. SAP is the Government’s Standard Assessment Procedure for the Energy Rating of Dwellings, and is used to demonstrate compliance with building regulations – Part L (England and Wales), Section 6 (Scotland) and Part F (Northern Ireland). However, SAP 2005 portrays the capabilities of some technologies – including air source heat pumps generically, Appendix Q has been designed to redress this by accurately reflecting the true operational benefits obtainable by using specifc models.Appendix Q for heat pumps, which came into force on 12 February, is only applicable to products tested and included on the SAP Appendix Q website; www.sap-appendixq.org.uk and Ecodan is one of only a handful of air source heat pump brands that are currently Appendix Q Approved. The Appendix Q system appears as a new option in the SAP 2005 program, with users asked to specify ‘renewable or energy saving technologies’ and choose from the list of recognised technologies and models. The exact results are dependent on the building type and respective direct hot water versus central heating demands, with the end result shown as a saving in kWh/year.


20% Increase In Cooling Efficiency Claimed For New Brazed Heat ExchangerAC500 is an innovative and ultra-efficient Alfa Laval brazed heat exchanger specifically developed to work in air conditioning, refrigeration, and heat pump applications. With a single and double refrigerant circuit, the AC500 is ideal for chillers in the 200-600 kW range and is particularly suitable as an evaporator and a condenser in both chillers and heat pumps. Thanks to an innovative channel plate design incorporating a distribution system, the AC500 will provide a 5% improvement in COP or 20% increase in cooling capacity compared to existing products.Laboratory testing has confirmed that the AC500 heat exchanger achieves the highest market performances with HFC refrigerants such as R407C, R404A, R507 (AC500 model), and R410A (ACH500 model) and with natural refrigerants (CO2 - propane).


NIBE Ground Sourced Heat For Modern MansionPhynson Hayes in North Shropshire is a beautiful, newly built private house in neo-Georgian style and of truly ‘stately home’ proportions. Appropriately for the high status of the house, it stands proudly in many acres of parkland. To heat this modern mansion the owner called on Retherm of Stoke-on-Trent, specialists in all forms of renewable energy, to design a cost effective but ecologically sound system that would provide efficient central heating and hot water supply to all areas.

There were two other stipulations, first that the central heating should allow local thermostatic control [so that parts of the house temporarily out of use could be heated to a lower temperature] and second, that the contract for the supply for the whole heating system should be from one manufacturer.

One look at the setting of Phynson Hayes, with the wide expanse of space round the house, was enough to decide Retherm that the heating system should utilise ground sourced energy. This also decided the single supplier, for the powerful NIBE 1330 30kW Heat Pump would be ideal to harness the solar power stored in the soil and supply enough heat for the very large areas of ufch and the challenging hot water demand of many en-suite bedrooms. A total of 1,800 metres of looped MDPE piping was accordingly

buried around 100cm deep in the grounds around the house as an Energy Collector and filled with an antifreeze solution. This liquid is circulated to the large twin scroll compressors in the NIBE Heat Pump that squeeze and expand every drop of energy from the liquid before passing it back into the soil for reheating.

The generated heat is then stored in two NIBE VPA 300 litre capacity accumulator tanks, each double jacketed in steel for optimum insulation. Two tanks were chosen so that there would be no question of hot water supply for family and guests ever running short in peak demand times.

Retherm installed a large buffer tank for the under-floor heating system to ensure accurate room-by-room temperature control.It is too early to have accurate fuel costs for the NIBE Ground Sourced system in Phynson Hayes but experience elsewhere indicates that the electricity used by the Heat Pump [the only expense incurred in the system] will be but a fraction of the cost of heating this large dwelling by other means.


Floway - A New Generation Of AHUs From CIAT Ozonair

CIAT Ozonair Ltd has launched a new range of dual flow air handling units specially designed to meet today’s requirements for efficiency of operation and maintenance as well as ultimate recyclability. Called Floway, the new range comprises classic, vertical and ceiling-mounted units that use cutting edge technologies to provide powerful and efficient products. They meet all the environmental requirements of ISO 14001and the performance criteria of BREEAM. The three models in the range are available in 16 sizes each with independent intelligent control for ‘plug and play’ operation.


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New NIBE Exhaust Air Recovery SystemNIBE Energy Systems Ltd. recently introduced to the UK market the F205, an integrated system designed for apartments and small houses that converts the heat in the exhaust air into energy for central heating and domestic hot water supply. The F205 package consists of the newly designed heat pump that compresses the exhaust air to maximise energy extraction, a super-efficient, double-jacket, stainless steel hot water cylinder to store the energy received and distribute it for heating and hot water, and a slimline room controller programmable for room temperature and fan control. The package comes complete with central heating pump, heating pressure vessel and filling loop and the hot water tank contains a 3kW immersion heater when peak hot water demand may exceed the energy generated. The package includes a low energy DC Circulation Pump and a variable speed low energy DC Fan.


Extract Increased Control Over Ventilation

Latest research from Passivent is proving its demand-controlled ventilation solution is reducing costs and carbon emissions, and creating a healthier internal environment for occupants. The company, says its ‘intelligent’ iMEV (Mechanical Extract Ventilation) not only provides energy benefits over current standard mechanical extract ventilation, but also those likely to be demanded in the amended Approved Documents F and L due out later this year.It also eliminates risk of occupants turning the ventilation off, creating damp and condensation within. Passivent iMEV integrates ‘intelligent’ extracts and an ‘intelligent’ low wattage fan within a central extract system for the building. The extracts open and close in response to varying humidity levels. The central fan is constantly monitoring the extracted air. When it detects the humidity content is more than a pre-set level, it boosts the extraction rate, only for as long as needed to restore the preset conditions.As the extract will be open only in a room with a high level of humidity, boosted extraction will only take place in that room. Other systems would extract from all the ‘wet’ rooms in the house, which removes warm air from a room unnecessarily. The system works without any occupier input, and ensures the interior remains fresh, dry and odour- and condensation-free 24/7, even when the building is unoccupied.


Mini ECO – The District Heating Substation With Low Energy Consumption

The Mini ECO is a compact, efficient, installation-ready and fully automatic heating and hot water substation for use in detached and semi-detached houses connected into a district heating network.The Alfa Laval Mini ECO employs two separate heat exchangers to transfer heat from a district heating system to the heating and hot water circuits in individual dwellings. Not only does this isolate individual flats or houses from high-pressures and temperatures but it also confines any risk of gas leaks to the principal network. The Mini ECO has automatic temperature controls for both central heating and hot water supply. The heating circuit is adjusted in relation to the outdoor temperature and the required indoor temperature via a thermostatic control, outdoor sensor and/or indoor sensor. This patented Alfa Laval design ensures a constant hot water temperature irrespective of volume and pressure flow.


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The Mini ECO district heating substation is ready for instal-lation to meet the complete central heating and hot water requirements. It is suitable for apartments and single-family houses that are connected to a heating network. Alfa Laval has many years of experience in district heating technology, which is put to expert use in the Mini ECO, resulting in its practical function and ease of use. All components are easily accessible for inspection and future servicing when required.

High comfortThe Mini ECO has fully automatic individual temperature setting for central heating and hot water. Heat is automati -cally regulated, depending on outdoor temperature and/or the temperature desired inside the dwelling. Domestic hot water is heated completely separately in a high-capacity heat exchanger; thus ensuring that the hot water is always as fresh as the incoming cold water mains supply.

Simple installationCompact dimensions, lightweight, well planned pipe runs and factory installed interior electrical routing all makes instal-lation very simple. In addition, the pipes can be connected up or down depending on the layout of the building. The pre-programmed control device and plug connection make life even simpler in that the system can be activated immediately.

Long-term securityThe Mini ECO represents the most modern technology, and provides the answer to stringent demands for long term performance. The heat exchanger plates and all piping are manufactured in acid-resistant stainless steel. All compo-nents are closely matched and carefully tested for function in accordance with Alfa Laval’s quality assurance system ISO 9001:2008. The Mini ECO is CE and P marked.

Itho Supports Eco Professionals Of The FutureWith its inherent concept of Climate for Life and objective to make the residential environment climate neutral, Itho Ventilation is wholeheartedly supporting Grantham College’s Renewable Energies Centre. The mews house that was formerly student accommodation has been renovated to create a ‘Renewable Energies House’ within the college campus providing a realistic ‘domestic’ environment in which to deliver training on the installation and maintenance of domestic renewable energy equipment. The college has chosen to install Itho’s energy efficient HRU ventilation system with heat recovery, which offers a maximum efficiency of 91% and a Specific Fan Power (SFP) of 0.5 W/l/s, which is better than the industry requirement of 1.0 W/l/s.


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Kingspan Powerpanel Energises Buildings

Kingspan Insulated Panels has launched their latest innovation at the prestigious Energy and Environment Conference which was held on 30th March at the Business Design Centre, London. The new Kingspan PowerPanel systems combine the latest photovoltaic (PV) technology with the guaranteed performance of Kingspan’s insulated roof, wall and façade panels. Photovoltaic (PV) systems generate clean, inflation proof electricity, reduce energy costs and can generate electricity to be fed into the national grid, allowing the building owner to benefit from the feed-in tariff system. Even if the sky is overcast, some types of PV are still proven to produce electricity. Kingspan PowerPanel Systems consist of three different product offerings, including polycrystalline silicon modules for roofs and walls and a thin film solar laminate for roofs:• Roof Glaze – KS1000 RW Trapezoidal profile insulated panel with a Polycrystalline module fixed directly to the crowns.• Wall Glaze – A Polycrystalline module fully integrated with Kingspan Complete Wall & Façade Systems.• Roof Laminate – A range of insulated roof panels manufactured with a thin film solar laminate adhered directly to the surface.The advantages of these systems are that there is a single-source integrated roof, wall, facade and solar PV provider. Kingspan offers a full project analysis / viability, design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and handover service. The systems are optimised and value-engineered for rapid installation, and provide maximised investment return and ‘feed-in tariff’ income.


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Prison Installs Honeywell Valves For Immediate Hot WaterA new prison in Scotland has been fitted with 130 Honeywell Kombi-4 throttle valves as an economical way to provide automatic hot water balancing, so ensuring immediate domestic hot water from all outlets. Two Honeywell SV300 fast-acting safety valves are also installed to prevent overpressure in the booster cold water system. The Kombi-4 valves have a thermal disinfection feature; the Kombi-4 valves automatically open further to ensure hot water is rapidly distributed in all risers and pipelines, whilst maintaining the balance. The Kombi-4 throttle valve is small, costs less than other auto-balancing systems, and is easily fitted using DN15 – DN40 internal or external threads. The Honeywell SV300 safety valve protects the downstream system from excess pressure. It is available in sizes from DN50 –DN450, with PN16 flanges.


Levolux Brings Cool Solution To Beaufort ParkLocated within 56 acres of protected heath land, 3 miles south west of Bracknell, Beaufort Park provides a green and pleasant place to work, with a little help from Levolux. The £16 million green field office development features a number of low carbon technologies, including a custom Solar Shading solution from Levolux.One of the most important and striking features of the building, is the series of vertical projecting Glass Fins provided by Levolux. In total, 86 external fixed Glass Fins were installed on the east and west facing elevations at ground and first floor levels. Each laminated Glass Fin, measuring 2700mm long, 400mm wide and 21.5mm thick, is finished with an acid etched effect and is secured to the building using folded stainless steel components. The Glass Fins limit the exposure of the building’s windows to direct sunlight, while allowing plenty of natural daylight to filter through into the building. As a result, excessive solar heat gain is prevented and the need for air conditioning is significantly reduced.Elsewhere, to further enhance the building’s aesthetics, in keeping with its stunning natural surroundings, unsightly roof level plant and equipment is concealed behind an impressive array of extruded aluminium Screening Louvres.


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The Charter-Integr8 range of architecturally advanced shutters offers a magic combination of security and good looks.

When closed the shutters deliver the highest level of security and can be powder coated in any RAL colour to complement the building’s colour scheme.

However, because they can be housed within a structural lintel, when the shutters are open they have no impact at all – internally or externally – on the building’s appearance. The range also includes a retro-fit solution greatly extending its possible applications.

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Best Dressed Doors From GEZEThe many shoppers enjoying a visit to the Desire by Debenhams store at the Nugent Shopping Centre in Orpington are benefitting from trouble-free access and egress - thanks to the installation of a highly efficient and reliable automatic sliding door system by GEZE UK, features a striking double height frontage to attract customers through the doors. Designed both for performance and for its aesthetic appeal, GEZE UK’s Slimdrive SL system was chosen to maximise that all-important entrance facility for Desire by Debenhams who are rolling out their store programme across the UK. The Slimdrive SL comprises an extremely slim automatic door operator that blends almost invisibly into the glass door frames and features integrated movement sensors and a fully compliant safety system. It is also quick and easy to assemble and install. The aesthetical value of the Slimdrive SL is of particular value to the Desire by Debenhams design scheme, with the extremely slim size of the operator providing a seamless façade that maximises the window display area and views into the store.


338 Euston Road Brings The Outside InThe ventilated rainscreen cladding system with an attractive glass finish, StoVerotec Glass is showcased to spectacular effect in the refurbishment of a 17-storey office building at 338 Euston Road, London. Incorporating red and white glass panels, the StoVerotec system creates a fantastic visual impression. StoVerotec Glass can be used as an external rainscreen cladding system, or as an interior decorative option. In this case the StoVerotec system is used as an interior feature. Designed by architects Sheppard Robson, StoVerotec Glass is used throughout the building’s comprehensive refurbishment, which includes a new and enlarged triple height reception, plus a full refurbishment of all the lift lobbies throughout the building.


New Orbis Pocket Doorset Range Launched Orbis Pocket Doorsets are heavy duty, sliding doors which are hidden neatly in a wall cavity. The ‘Roomsaver’ design is ideal for areas of intensive use where a wider opening is required or space limited. A split-head frame allows a ceiling mounted hoist to pass cleanly through the doorway without interrupting the door action. Doors from 590mm - 1090mm wide can be factory painted, laminated or veneered with white, powder-coated steel frames. The door mechanism requires no floor guides and has built-in brush seals and end buffers to provide a smooth action.


Comar And The Icon - Symbols Of Quality Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems and Hollybrook Construction supplied Comar 2 window walling, Comar 5P.i thermally broken windows, Comar 6 curtain walling, Comar 7 and 7P.i doors and Duco louvre blades for The Icon, a new build mixed use development,

comprising of retail units and apartments, in Basildon, Essex. Comar 2 window walling was used for the framing and commercial swing Comar 7 pivot doors were installed to the main shop front entrances,

fitted with AXIM concealed overhead door closers with a 90º hold open facility and ‘anti-finger trap’ stiles. Comar 7P.i doors were installed to the balconies in the apartments. Comar 5P.i tilt and turn windows, internally beaded, were fitted with chrono gearing. Duco trickle vents through Comar head extension bars, providing minimum free airflow of 8000mm2 per vent, were also installed. Comar 6 curtain walling stick build with standard capping, pressure equalised, externally glazed, was selected to create large contemporary entrances and glazed areas to contrast with the brick and cladded building.


Kaba Fire Protection Automatic Sliding Doors Protect College Sports Complex At MalvernKaba Door Systems, has provided automatic sliding fire protection doors at Malvern College, Worcestershire. Kaba provided two sets of automatic sliding fire protection doors with a full breakout facility to the new sports and leisure comple. The automatic bi-parting fire protection doors - SLX-SBF – fitted to the main entrance - prevent the spread of fire and smoke as well as providing a safe escape route, effectively sectioning the area off. The doors provide 30 minute fire protection, reduce smoke spread and on emergency activation, automatically convert into a manual swing doors. In this mode the doors can be pushed open providing an effective escape route. The invisible door closers ensure that the doors close and resume their fire barrier status after every use.


New Hinge Offers Optimum Adjustability For Interior Doors

SFS intec has developed a new version of its premium quality Cab-R corner mounted door hinge which offers greater adjustability. The Cab-R 3D is adjustable in three dimensions so the door sash height can be raised or lowered and the sash can be adjusted laterally and for gasket pressure.The hinge allows the door sash to open to a full 180 degrees and is designed to be a subtle and almost invisible feature of the door, neatly tucked away in the top and bottom corners of the door frame. The product is also available in two finishes as standard.



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Smart-Wall Sets New Standards For Security

Laidlaw Anti-Ligature Door Furniture For £6 Million Learning Disability Centre

Laidlaw Solutions’ Orbis Anti-ligature range of stainless steel door furniture has been used extensively at Rose Lodge, a specialist centre for the assessment and treatment of working age adults with a range of learning disabilities. MAAP Architects’ brief was to create modern and safe facilities that respect the privacy and dignity of service users. The local NHS Trust also required the building to be future-proofed to a ‘medium secure’ level, so anti-ligature products included Bedroom, Washroom and Communal Room Locksets, all with primary or secondary barricade features. Acute, Enhanced and Supported Care facilities will be provided using a ‘Swing’ bedroom layout to allow flexibility of admissions. The project has been submitted to the 2010 RICS Awards for the ‘Community Benefit’’ category.


Security Shutters Complete Major Refurb Of London Tower Block

Priestman Point, a tower block at Bow in the East End of London, has just had a major refurbishment inside and out. High performance windows have been fitted, the insulation has been improved and a new community centre added at ground level. London based PRP Architects were in charge of the project. Security was a major consideration at the design stage, so PRP specified Charter Integr8 shutters. The community centre, built around two sides of the old tower and incorporating unused ground floor space, houses an IT suite, community hall and ball court and is linked to the Housing Association Office by computer.


Smart Architectural Aluminium’s Smart-Wall commercial entrance door has successfully passed both BRE’s Loss Prevention Certification Board LPS 1175 Level 2 and the Harmonised European Standard ENV 1627 level 3 Security tests. Smart-Wall is the first fully thermally broken aluminium swing door to achieve both tests, setting new standards for security and thermal performance for commercial entrance doors in the UK. To pass these rigorous tests, each part of the Smart-Wall door was subjected to a planned and sustained assault from a diverse range of tools and objects including claw hammers, screw drivers, knives, pliers, wedges, spanners, even kicks and punches over a two day test period. Smart-Wall performed excellently, successfully passing the high loadings in ENV 1627 of 30kg dynamic impact test at 1200 and a 6kN test static test load. Smart-Wall has been designed with security in mind; with every component designed to perform to the highest standard.The door is internally beaded and the security grade 6 lock mechanism complies to BS EN 12209. The locking bolt will withstand a 10kN side load, with an enclosed anti-drill mechanism to prevent potential tampering while under attack. This high level of security is achieved without compromising excellent energy efficiency. The system is fully thermally broken using reinforced polyamide thermal barriers which will achieve a U Value of 2.0W/m²K. The door also incorporates a solid anti-finger trap for health and safety requirements and a thermally broken low ramped threshold for easy access. Secure and thermally efficient Smart Wall will comply with October 2010 new thermal regulations and satisfies the requirements of Secure by Design for security.


Seniors UnitiseOne of the largest installations to be undertaken in Seniors’ Hybrid window system is now reaching completion on site. The £66 million expansion for the University of York at Heslington East, is being undertaken by main contractor, BAM. The buildings will provide accommodation for four departments, the Department of Theatre, Film & Television, the Department of Computer Science, The York Law School and The York Management School. In order to provide an efficient program of installation and remove the need for external scaffolding the floor to ceiling window units are being constructed complete with glazing and transported to site on ‘A’ frame stillages ready for immediate installation.



Schueco Gains Full Security Certification For Windows And Doors

Architects and specifiers looking to build-in increased levels of security on new and refurbished buildings now have the widest-ever choice, according to building envelope specialist, Schueco UK Limited, whose range of AWS windows and ADS doors has just been granted full certification under Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative. The certification, carried out for Schueco by BM TRADA, means that Schueco’s AWS range of aluminium casement and tilt & turn windows together with its ADS range of aluminium inward/outward opening, single and double door-sets, comply fully to the SBD ‘Police Preferred Specification’. Schueco UK believes that its certified systems will not only make buildings more secure, but will also lessen the hidden environmental impact of crime, citing Jon Cole, SBD Operations Manager, who explains: ‘Crime’s current carbon footprint is calculated at 11.6 million tonnes a year – 6 million directly attributable to crime and 5.6 million attributable to the consequences of crime.’


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UK Company Develops The Ultimate Fire DoorIt’s the ultimate unlatched fire-resistant door system that architects and interior designers have wanted to specify for years. The breakthrough fire door system from Wrightstyle now offers designers internationally a range of entirely new and fully-glazed interior or exterior door options that offer complete practicality coupled with absolute fire safety.The Wrightstyle unlatched doors, in single or double leaf format, are entirely free-swinging and available in a wide range of surface finishes including stainless steel and with full glazing options. The double leaf door system is also available in either rebated or un-rebated options, meaning that there does not have to be an overlap between the doors, allowing each door to be opened separately and simultaneously in either direction – and therefore ideal for heavy traffic thoroughfares and busy corridors.Adding further to their aesthetics and practicality, options are available for the hinges and closer mechanisms to be completely concealed within the framing system, offering a fully flush-faced door. This entirely new concept in door fire safety significantly pushes the design envelope because, for the first time, it provides a technological solution for what has always been an interior design problem.Until now, interior fire doors in their closed position had to be manually opened with a handle and latch, providing a less than optimal solution in a busy working environment. The Wrightstyle system entirely does away with the need for latches because, in normal use, whether in an office or busy educational or healthcare corridor, the doors allow free passage in both directions, either swinging back automatically into the closed position, or fitted with an automated swing door operator.However, in a fire, the unique Wrightstyle door system will automatically and securely close, providing a barrier against fire

and toxic gases, fire-tested and certified up to 120 minutes, with a range of fire resistance options for insulation and integrity. The door systems are available in a range of sizes and in either stainless steel or steel options, and can be supplied in kit form or fully fabricated for a complete design to installation service – in offices, hospitals, educational facilities, airports, or anywhere there is traffic density. Although designed primarily for interior use, the Wrightstyle door system can also be fitted with secure deadlocks, allowing them to be used as exterior doors.


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Make A Statement With Mumford & WoodHigh performance, timber windows and doors, by specialist manufacturer Mumford & Wood, have been specified for a modern, traditional-style private property in a picturesque market town in the Home Counties of England.

Retaining all but the front and side exterior walls, the back elevation of the property has been completely demolished; the entire interior gutted; the floor area increased to 700m² and a reconfiguration of internal space, including a dramatic landing and staircase, once at the rear of the property, has made this 16-month rebuild a complex and involved project. This high specification property now boasts substantial living space with many desirable facilities and features. The design brief to Mumford & Wood was to create a ‘look’ that would enhance the Tudor-style design

of this new home and the use of oak frames, complemented with black aluminium glazing beads and square leaded glass has contributed hugely to the overall vision. Double-glazed, energy-rated timber windows of elegant period style that combine today’s modern performance criteria was a fundamental requirement.The bespoke oak fenestration system, which is mostly square leaded and includes bays in

both gables, has top swing and side swing casements; external doors, some with leaded glass, others clear glazed, and the dramatic staircase fixed-panel portrait window, are all BFRC energy rated, A-C depending on specification, and provide the highest levels of thermal performance. They are BSI Kitemarked and Energy Trust rated, provide premium levels of security with Secured by Design accreditation, and offer superior acoustic benefits.

“The house had great potential, the grounds are lovely, and the location is just perfect for our busy family,” comments the owner of this unique property. “The windows were the biggest investment in this rebuild so it was a serious decision to make with some 70 windows and doors throughout. Every room has great proportions and dramatic windows that create the wow factor our design and build specialist developer said they would. We also needed to be sure that the timber would be stable and strong, while providing us with security, comfort and great aesthetics.”The front entrance door, a single, double-width solid oak leaf and surround with fixed, leaded side panels, have also been made to the bespoke dimensions of the householder.The timber used by Mumford & Wood is taken from the heart of the tree where the real strength lies. In quite a short time – weeks not months – it will start to curve and twist unless treated and kept in perfectly humidified conditions. The heart wood is scanned for defects early in the process, a computerised action, identifying resin pockets and knots which are cut out. The clear parts are then finger jointed and glued in six metre lengths to create top quality, clear grade timber. “Independent tests have proven that a laminated component is stronger than a piece of solid wood in the same section size,” says Dave Snowling, Managing Director, Mumford & Wood, “which ensures stability and overcomes the risk of mis-shape.”Conservation™ casements and French doorsets specified in this project were manufactured from Mumford & Wood’s standard specification material, larch, which grows very slowly and typically produces timber that has tight growth rings and is darker in colour than sap wood. The logs are converted into vertical grain scantlings, finger jointed and then laminated into three, four and six part lamels. “Working closely with our paint supplier we have ensured that our standard three coat finish is evenly coated around each profile and joint; we also seal end grain and caulk Swedish joints to ensure longevity,” continues Snowling.


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Schueco Folding/Sliding Door Proves To Be A Winner

The ASS 70 FD is an aluminium, thermally insulated folding/sliding door system from Schueco UK Limited. Its excellent water-tightness and attractive design with radiused frame hinges has made it a popular choice for a wide range of environments. Delivering ‘U’ values as low as 1.7 W/m2K, the system can accommodate up to 18 leaves, each with a maximum width of 1200 mm and a maximum height of 3000 mm. The leaves can be stacked so that they project inwards or outwards and even with multiple leaves, precision-made rollers and top guides ensure that the doors are very easy to open and close. A flush threshold option makes the ASS 70 FD particularly suitable for commercial sites. The ASS 70 FD is water-tight up to class 9A EN 12208 and with inward-opening versions, optional security fittings allow the system to achieve a Class 2 EN V 1627 standard of burglar resistance.


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New Research Support The Case For Wood Window Alliance WindowsA new study by Imperial College, London shows that windows manufactured to Wood Window Alliance standards give a service life of at least 60 years, even under low maintenance regimes. The findings are good news for specifiers, particularly those working on local authority and public buildings, as they reflect the specifications required for new buildings, which themselves have a 60 year design life. And there’s better news still. The research shows that the service life can be extended to 80 years or beyond, by taking care when designing buildings to ensure windows enjoy more sheltered conditions and by undertaking enhanced maintenance regimes.

Dr Richard Murphy, of Imperial College London, who undertook the research commented: “This research implies there is no reason why today’s Wood Window Alliance windows shouldn’t last as long as Edwardian and Victorian wood windows – a lifetime or beyond”. The research builds on previous extensive Life Cycle Assessment research by Imperial College carried out for Akzo Nobel in 2004 which showed that windows made to TWA (Timber Window Accreditation) Scheme standards gave a 40 year service life. This new study uses ISO 15686-8:2009 methodology to quantify the impact of the advances in design, manufacturing and coatings technology incorporated into today’s Wood Window Alliance windows. Of these new exciting findings, John McCombes, Managing Director of Teknos UK and member of the Wood Window Alliance research sub-committee, said: “This research validates the huge advance in manufacturing standards over the last five years or so. We are seeing an increase in service life for Wood Window Alliance windows, which shows that they will actually last the design life of a building. This research is very good news indeed for the industry and for specifiers and consumers who can buy Alliance windows in the sure knowledge that, with appropriate maintenance, they will last a lifetime.”

The Imperial College data have been used to provide a new Whole Life Costing analysis. This work considers building life periods of 60, 80 and 100 years across a range of exposure conditions and maintenance regimes for two Wood Window Alliance A and C BFRC energy-rated windows and

comparable PVC-U windows. The results show that the extended service life of a Wood Window Alliance window results in lower Whole Life Costs than the PVC-U windows at 60 years and beyond, with the Wood Window Alliance window costing from 2% to 7% less.

These results complement Davis Langdon’s research on Embodied CO2e Impacts2, carried out in 2009, and updated in 2010, which confirms that the overall life cycle of a Wood Window Alliance frame is carbon negative and that each Wood Window Alliance window specified instead of a PVC-U window saves around 89kgs CO2e over the life of the window. In real terms, this means that if just half of the PVC-U windows fitted in the UK in 2008 had been Wood Window Alliance windows, there would have been a saving of over 300,000 tonnes CO2e.

Sean Parnaby, chairman of the Wood Window Alliance said: “The considerable body of research we have invested in demonstrates our commitment to providing specifiers and end-users with the evidence they need so that, when they specify Wood Window Alliance windows, they can be confident they are making the right environmental, performance and value choice.” Despite carbon emissions from transport, production, maintenance and end of life, Wood Window Alliance manufacturers’ window frames are still carbon-negative because they are made from arguably the world’s most sustainable building material, wood sourced from sustainably managed forests. Forests absorb and retain more carbon from the atmosphere than they produce and sustainable management practices ensure this continues by replacing the trees which are felled, and so avoiding the damage caused by deforestation.

The Wood Window Alliance unites wood window companies in a powerful marketing campaign, placing product quality, industry standards and sustainability at its core. All manufacturer members have to meet a set of quality, performance and sustainability criteria, with third-party accreditation.



Remove Paint Safely With The Peelaway® SystemThe Peelaway® paint removal system from Barrettine is designed for the complete and safe removal of up to 32 coats of paint in one application. The system will remove paint from many exterior and interior architectural surfaces, including stone, cement, brickwork, plaster walls and ceilings, plain and ornate fibrous plaster cornices, plain and carved or turned woodwork, plain and cast metal work. Traditional methods such as scraping, sanding or burning would allow particles to escape into the environment, causing risks to health. The Peelaway® system is formulated to turn the lead into lead hydroxide within the paste so that it can be safely disposed of without endangering the environment or user. The system is available in two different formulations; Peelaway 1® and Peelaway 7®. The chemicals used within the stripping pastes have been carefully chosen to minimise fumes and odours and are biodegradable. Both systems are Methylene Chloride free (Dichloromethane).


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BLUCHER Europipe Achieves A1 Fire Rating

BLUCHER, Europe’s leading manufacturer of Stainless Steel Drainage Systems has received a statement on their BLUCHER EuroPipe push-fit pipework system in accordance with EN 1366-3 confirming that Stainless Steel pipework is deemed to satisfy class A1 which is the highest possible Fire rating to EN 13501. A1 is the highest Fire rating category and makes BLUCHER EuroPipe the safest material in the event of a fire because it is superior in fire resistance to all other drainage pipework systems whether metallic or plastic.Blucher EuroPipe does not require any fire collars and does not cause spread of fire either up or down the building.Blucher EuroPipe is commonly used for soil, waste, and rainwater applications both above and below ground and is ideal for all applications including airports, hospitals, schools, prisons and commercial office projects.The A1 fire rating compliments the industry leading credentials that EuroPipe offers including excellent whole life costs, speed of installation, high strength – low weight characteristics in addition to its sustainable nature.




Rainline - Sustainable, Stylish and Swedish

only from LindabRainline from Lindab ticks all the environmental boxes and provides a high

performance, cost effective solution for rain drainage for all types of buildings.

Manufactured from high quality, zinc coated galvanised steel; Rainline features 30% recycled material and is itself completely recyclable -the integrity of the system will last

in excess of 100 years.

Rainline is much less expensive than aluminum and cast iron drainage and will totally outperform plastic in every respect - offering minimal thermal movement and UV stability,

it will not crack, fade or leak, is highly resistant to corrosion and virtually maintenance free.

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Flag Single Ply For Iconic Olympics Training Venue

The rejuvenation of the the iconic Grade II-listed Uxbridge Lido, which had been closed for more than ten years, has produced a new leisure complex in West London which will be used by Britain’s leading swimmers in the run-up to the 2012 Olympics.3,300m2 of Flag-Soprema’s Flagon SV 1.2mm PVC single ply membrane was installed by envelope contractor M.A.R.S (Construction) Ltd to provide a long-term waterproofing solution for roofs on 7 levels. The thermoplastic, synthetic liner was fully adhered and heat seamed throughout, providing a puncture, rot and weather resistant covering. In terms of the roof’s complexity, the membrane had to accommodate complex detailing while retaining exceptional dimensional stability and weather resistance. It was also used over the existing surface of the old grandstand. In addition to restoration of the existing

1930’s open air pool, the new leisure facilities include the 50 metre indoor pool (with moveable floor), health and fitness suite, community sports hall, café, crèche and an athletics stadium,. The extensive refurbishment of the12-sided ‘star’ swimming pool was considered particularly important as it is the only remaining example in the country. Leadbitter has carefully restored the Lido’s distinctive features so the survival of the grandstands, cascades and entrance will remain as a lasting legacy to G Percy Trentham’s 1935 ‘Moderne’ style design.


Alumasc Supply ‘Designer’ Green Roof At Ormeau Bakery Apartments

A ZinCo green roof from Alumasc has been used for a stunning garden designed by celebrity gardener Diarmuid Gavin on a new Belfast development.The Ormeau Bakery Apartments combine the refurbishment and development of the former Ormeau Co-operative Bakery into 156 high quality loft style apartments. The building’s existing facades have been restored and the scheme also includes several retail units.RPP Architects incorporated a landscaped private courtyard garden into the elaborate design, calling on Alumasc to provide all the ZinCo intensive green roofing elements and 2000m² of Hydrotech MM6125 waterproofing for the car park podium.The Ormeau Bakery showcases how Alumasc’s ZinCo green roofs can create virtually any type of ‘garden’ landscape, using a deep substrate to support a variety of tree, shrub and grass species. The intensive system offers the benefits of a small urban park, providing a rich habitat for wildlife as well as recreational access for residents and visitors.Alumasc’s Hydrotech MM6125 was chosen for the waterproofing element, offering the ideal solution for inverted green roofs and hard landscaped podium structures in new build applications. The BBA approved, high performance bituminous rubber blend enables fast and simple installation, even over complex roof details.


A Better Roof For Years To Come With Unilin Systems

The ability of Unilin Systems structural insulated roof panels (SIRPs) to provide improved performance over conventional pitched roof constructions can make all the difference when final completion air leakage testing in accordance with Building Regulations Part L takes place. By using Unilin Systems SIRPs along with spandrel panels to create a roof system, roofing contractors can ensure that thermal performance specified at the design stage is reflected in the finished structure, avoiding the retro-fitting of more insulation or additional sealing of gaps. As a factory-produced system with extremely tight tolerances, the roof will also continue to perform to the same level for years to come, helping homes to maintain lower energy consumption.Available with advanced PIR foam in Unipur panel, or as a sandwich panel with a variety of insulation mediums, Unilin Systems SIRPs also reduce supporting timber materials within the roof structure, creating valuable extra space. With a variety of inner facings also on offer, including plasterboard and painted chipboard, Unilin Systems SIRPs can also facilitate internal trades and with high installation rates, can help to reduce overall build time.


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IKO Launches First Hot Melt Waterproofing System With Built-in Root ProtectionIKO PLC has expanded its offer with the addition of the first monolithic anti-root hot melt structural waterproofing system. The PermaTEC Anti-Root Compound, ideal for extensive, intensive and biodiverse green roof specifications, was launched in March 2010.This latest innovation from IKO eliminates the need for a separate anti-root membrane, making the specification and installation process both simpler and more cost effective. For added reliability and peace of mind, the PermaTEC Anti-Root Compound provides a 6mm thick monolithic root barrier system with no side or end laps to fail.Some of the additional benefits of UK manufactured PermaTEC Anti-Root include less pallets to transport and less pallets to crane to roof level. PermaTEC Anti-Root is encased with PermaTEC EcoWrap, the first ever hot melt system to feature new wrapper technology which alleviates the need for heavyweight cardboard box packaging. The product also requires lower application temperatures on site. These combined benefits make PermaTEC Anti-Root the most environmentally friendly hot melt system in the world.PermaTEC Anti-Root is the only hot melt product to be manufactured in the UK, which means its delivery to site has a dramatically smaller carbon footprint than competing products which are typically imported from the North American continent.The Government estimates that a third of all UK waste is generated from construction sites. As well as the increasing cost of disposal and the environmental impact, it has been estimated that 10 – 30% of materials

that end up as construction waste have never actually been used. Few industries have such high levels of process waste. Since 6 April 2008, construction projects in England with a value of over £300,000 must have a site waste management plan (SWMP) in place. PermaTEC Anti-Root helps to achieve SWMPs as it is encapsulated in a film which is designed to be melted into the product and becomes part of the molten compound. PermaTEC Anti-Root compound features easy flow melt technology which means it is ready for use at a temperature of 150oC – 160oC compared with the usual 180oC – 210oC for competing systems. This saves preparation time as well as significantly reducing energy consumption. PermaTEC is also fully compliant with REACH regulations, which will become statutory in 2010.PermaTEC Anti-Root is the latest in a series of hot melt innovations from IKO within the last 18 months, and highlights their commitment to respond to client and contractors’ requirements for increasingly environmentally friendly, time saving, cost effective waterproofing solutions. It is a long-lasting, durable waterproofing system and is available with a full range of system accessories.

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Fakro inspires quality design to the highest specifications.That’s why everyone is seeing the light.

With greater design possibilities and unquestionable quality, the extensive Fakro range combines performance, practicality and aesthetics to meet the highest specification demands. Bespoke sizes and glazing options are available. Handles are positioned at the base of the sash, providing a larger glazing area and close grain timber ensures a lasting look and finish. It’s why Fakro should always feature in your plans.

Automatic V40P air vent and topSafe security as standard.First roof window manufacturer with BBA certification.Some of the lowest U-values on the market.Manufactured with FSC timber for greater sustainability.

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Right From The StartThose who have suffered the cost, damage and inconvenience of a leaking flat roof will know that the majority of such failures occur at upstands and penetrations where the original waterproofing has become detached or the mechanical fixings worked loose. In fact, this type of problem accounts for over 75% of all flat roof failures. Unlike most systems, however, Kemperol bonds directly to the substrate using specially-formulated liquid resins together with a reinforced fleece, forming a permanently flexible waterproofing membrane with excellent adhesion. This withstands weathering, differential movement and fatigue, with the membrane bonding seamlessly to perimeters, upstands and penetrations. Being an in-situ, solution it is also quicker to install. This is one of the reasons Kemperol roofs have a proven life expectancy in excess of 40 years. The system can be used on a wide range of substrates for both newbuild or repair, which means it’s never too late to get it right... from the start.


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Rainpulse - A Unique One Stop Solution For Rainwater Control

RainPulse - a new rainwater management solution “patent pending” from CGL Systems integrates their market leading membrane lined gutter with an innovative new outlet and downpipe system designed to cope with the heaviest rainfall and also expect to reduce the number of outlets and downpipes required by up to 60 %.RainPulse features a CGL single skin or insulated membrane lined gutter with outlets especially designed to discharge rainwater from the gutter into the downpipe as efficiently as possible.


Rainline Gutters And Downpipes – Why Specify Plastic When You Can Have Steel?

Rainline steel gutters and downpipes from Lindab, unlike plastic systems, tick all the right environmental boxes and provide a high performance, cost effective solution for rain drainage for all types of buildings. Manufactured from high quality, zinc coated galvanised steel, Rainline features 30% recycled material and is itself completely recyclable -the integrity of the system will last in excess of 100 years. By utilising the latest advances in manufacturing technologies, Lindab offers Rainline at a price point comparable to a mid range plastic system, thereby removing the perceived notion that steel is more expensive than plastic. Rainline offers minimal thermal movement and UV stability, it will not crack, fade or leak, is highly resistant to corrosion and virtually maintenance free - all key factors for its increasing popularity. Quick and easy to install, Rainline is precision engineered by Lindab to simply click together for a perfect watertight fit - just click, fit and forget it. Available in 10 stylish high build polyester colours, plain galvanised, natural copper and Aluzinc, Rainline is supported by a range of comprehensive guarantees.


Fakro Launch Balcony Roof Window

Fakro GB used Ecobuild to show its Balcony Roof Window in the U.K. for the first time. It has two sashes, the top-hung upper sash opening through 45 degrees, while the lower sash slides out to reveal built-in balustrades. The large glazing area ensures that natural daylight is maximised, while the automatic V40P air inlet window provides the added benefit of balanced ventilation. As the only roof window manufacturer to use the patented topSafe® system, Fakro can provide the highest standard of security and safety currently available in standard products, a minimum Class 3 - EN13049.


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The One Day WonderThe recently launched Kingspan KS2000 RW 2m wide trapezoidal panel played a crucial role in the remarkable installation of a 3,000m2 roof in a single day. Project WIP is an industrial unit on a business park in Swansea Vale and the results achieved in such a short space of time demonstrate the very best that modern construction methods, engineered design and partnership working can offer. One of the principal advantages of KS2000 RW is its fast track construction capability. The new increased cover width reduces the number of side laps which require fixing and the ability to provide panel lengths of up to 20 metres reduces the number of end laps. The panels used for the WIP project were 16 metres in length and 80mm thick to achieve a U value of 0.25 W/m2.K. Main contractors Cowlin Construction Limited, and roofing and cladding contractors ABS Elbrow worked closely with Kingspan Insulated Panels and specialist lifting equipment suppliers Oktopus to ensure that everything went smoothly on the day. Installation started at 9.30am, with four operatives on the roof and two on the ground, and was completed by 5.00pm.



New Lancaster University Building Is Different By DegreesThere’s no shortage of innovative architecture at Lancaster University where investment totalling £300m has resulted in the development of new teaching, residential and social facilities for students and world-class academic centres. Even so, the new £7.6 million Information System Services (ISS) Building, built to accommodate the University’s information technology services, stands out as a landmark building on this modern hilltop campus.

Most striking of all is the unusual cantilevered design and the seemingly ‘unsupported’ upper floor offices which look out over the surrounding Lancastrian countryside. What also attracts the eye is the juxtaposition of various cladding finishes on the exterior elevations, and the very different impressions given by this building when it is seen from different viewpoints.

Wilson Mason & Partners in Preston specified ventilated facades to protect the new building from the elements, increase its thermal efficiency and to enhance its BREEAM rating with the minimum structural loading on the building frame. After full consideration of a wide range of different cladding materials available, they specified Shackerley’s Sureclad ceramic granite facades for reasons of overall cost, quality of materials and the design and installation flexibility offered by the company’s Queen’s Award winning system.

By taking advantage of the extensive choice of ceramic granite colours and finishes available in the Sureclad range, Wilson Mason were able to create striking elevations with quite different aesthetic styles and degrees of reflectivity. Sureclad Venezia ceramic granite panels with a ‘riven stone’ finish in contrasting light and dark greys have been used across three elevations whilst the highly polished (‘lev’) black Basilicata BS22 panel has been used to create mirror like monolithic facades on a windowless high security area of the building which houses the machine rooms.

Shackerley’s most popular and cost effective ceramic granite panel format, namely 1200x600mm, was specified for each elevation. However, by orientating the cladding panels horizontally and vertically and by staggering the joints, the architects were able to deliver

different facade styles and at the same time support the random fenestration design driven by the natural ventilation strategy for the building.

James Potter of Wilson Mason says “Our particular expertise is in technically demanding

work requiring the complex coordination and balancing of services, structure, cost, and functional requirements into an effective and visually appealing solution. The ISS building was exactly the type of project we like to work on and we were delighted to win the competition to design this new hi-tech home for the University’s critical information technology services.”

Of the striking cantilevered nature of the building design he commented: “Our brief was to locate most of the office space on the first and second floors and this provided a footprint in excess of that required at ground floor level. Despite the slight increase in steelwork required to support the upper floors, this still proved to be a highly cost-efficient structural design given the much greater reduction in the foundation costs.”

He added: “Cost was also an important factor in our choice of Sureclad ceramic granite on this project. We considered a wide range of different cladding options including glass fibre concrete, polymerised polyester concrete, render, and indeed other ceramic systems on the market. When we balanced the costs and quality of each product, and took into account the modularity of each system and range of design options available to us, Sureclad ceramic granite stood out from the crowd. We even decided to use the material internally to create exceptionally hardwearing high quality flooring and deliver visual continuity.”

James concluded: “Lancaster University is very pleased with its new building which has naturally attracted a lot of attention for its unusual design. We’re very pleased indeed with the results and having seen the versatility and quality of the Sureclad ceramic granite ventilated facade system, we’re looking forward to working with Shackerley again on other projects in the future.”

The ISS building was constructed by main contractors John Turner & Sons and the ventilated facades were installed by ECL Contracts. The environmentally efficient building has achieved a BREEAM rating of ‘Excellent’ and is now open for business.


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The recent Victoria Hall development of student accommodation at Lock Street, Wolverhampton, consists of four tower blocks, the tallest of which is 25 stories and is the tallest modular building, principally constructed offsite, in Europe – Architectural Profiles Limited supplied all the CPS Rainscreen system metal cladding for this project.At all times liaison between architects, installers and principal suppliers was ‘full on’ with emphasis towards the efficiency of the construction as a system and the energy efficient performance of the building on completion.Architectural Profiles design and manufacture APL Energi™ Systems for walls and roofs and were able to provide invaluable experience and advice on energy efficient systems and construction economies available through time saving systems for the building envelope.


As the leading innovator in external wall insulation systems, PermaRock is pleased to announce that it has become the first External Wall Insulation (EWI) system designer to achieve an Ecopoints rating.

In recent years there has been an increasing interest on the part of developers and building designers to understand more about the sustainability of building materials and the environmental impacts of products and materials utilised in the built environment. Using methodology developed by the BRE (Building Research Establishment) and BERR (The Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform), PermaRock has carried out whole life cycle assessments (LCA) on two of its key insulated render systems. The LCA measures the environmental impacts of the systems during their economic life, from the extraction of the raw materials and components to the disposal of the product at the end of a 60 year life cycle (i.e. cradle to grave).

The environmental impact is determined by 12 categories, including Climate Change, Acid Depletion, Ozone Depletion, Pollution to Air, Pollution to Water, Mineral Extraction and Waste Disposal. The data obtained from the LCA was then analysed and weighted, using the BRE methodologies, and an Ecopoints rating for each system was established.

Ecopoints To improve the usefulness of the environmental data and make it easier to understand, the BRE developed the Ecopoints rating – a method of ranking and scoring different environmental impacts. The lower the Ecopoints score, the lower the environmental impact. As a benchmark, it has been determined that 100 Ecopoints represents the impact of one UK citizen on the environment for one year.

The results achieved by PermaRock are very impressive. Ecopoints scores of 0.10 per m2 and 0.15 per m2 on PermaRock’s Mineral Fibre External Wall Insulation System and Phenolic External Wall Insulation Systems respectively were achieved. Such extremely low Ecopoints scores reflect the hard work that PermaRock has put in to environmentally engineering its products, including reducing the energy costs associated

with sourcing and transporting raw materials, manufacturing the products themselves, and delivering the products to construction sites throughout the UK. Significantly, PermaRock’s drive towards the incorporation of recycled content into its products has also had a beneficial impact on the Ecopoints score. To put the results into context, assessments have also been made on other construction products: For example a traditional brick cavity wall construction achieves a score of 0.48 per m2.

How can Environmental Profiling be used?Environmental Profiling information is used in environmental impact estimation tools such as Envest 2 and allows for both environmental and financial tradeoffs to be made in the design process, allowing the client to optimise the concept of best value according to their own priorities.

Results are also used in the Green Guide to Specification and to complete BREEAM assessments and Code for Sustainable Homes calculations. At its simplest level, the profiling method can assess the impact of a single building product. However, to make valid comparisons, designers and specifiers need information about a building element, such as a wall.

A building element is likely to be made up of several products. For example, the external envelope of a building could be constructed using a ‘single leaf’ approach with blockwork and external wall insulation, or using traditional cavity wall construction. The Environmental Profile takes this into account by adding together the contribution of the component parts, allowing comparison between one construction element and another. The process enables manufacturers to demonstrate the credibility of their products and also help designers and specifiers identify materials that will best fulfil a sustainable brief. The use of low impacting products, such as PermaRock’s external wall insulation systems, can allow the designer more flexibility in terms of overall product/material specification of a building, allowing to off-set high impacting products with lower rated materials in other areas.


PermaRock External Wall Insulation Systems Become UK First To Achieve Ecopoints Rating

Wicona Opens New Dedicated Test Centre – One Of Europe’s First Energy Neutral Industrial Buildings

Hydro Building Systems has opened a new dedicated test centre for its Wicona brand of façade products – one of the first energy neutral industrial buildings in Europe. Located at Bellenberg near the Wicona Brand Development Centre at Ulm in Germany, the f3.5m scheme will allow new products and project-specific façade solutions to be tested in-house and independently certified to the latest European standards.The testing procedures and equipment have been developed by Wicona in conjunction with IFT Rosenheim (Institute of Window Technology), an independent accreditor. Facilities in the new centre include two façade test rigs, a testing rig for windows and accessories, and a ‘hot box’ to assess thermal performance.The façade test rig allows samples up to 10m by 10m to be rigorously tested under a full range of stringent weather performance and safety conditions. The window test rig is designed for combinations of windows, doors and fixed light glazing with frame sizes of up to 3.6m by 2.9m, assessing air permeability, water tightness, and wind and impact resistance. There is also a fitting rig to carry out performance tests on doors and windows up to 4m high, and their fittings and accessories.


No Width Too Difficult For Kingspan Kingspan Insulated Panels are pleased to announce that the majority of the profiles in its Architectural Wall Panels, Longspan and Optimo product ranges are now available in any width from 600 – 1000 mm. This unique offering from Kingspan means that depending on the profile of the panel, increments as low as 1 mm are available allowing specifiers and installers greater flexibility and choice. Kingspan’s wide range of insulated panels offer a comprehensive variety of aesthetic wall solutions for horizontal and vertical applications for both new build and refurbishment projects.


Steico Launches Lime Render System At Ecobuild

A new high performance insulated wall construction system, using lime based render applied directly to natural wood fibre insulation panels, was launched by Steico Limited at Ecobuild. Steicoprotect (BBA applied for) is targeted at the growing timber frame and refurbishment markets and is part of the company’s focus on healthy insulation of the building fabric and regulating the internal climate. The system comprises a natural wood fibre panel of 40, 60 or 80mm thickness on to which a two coat lime render system embedded with reinforced mesh is directly applied to a thickness of 16mm. The system is designed to work with readily available render bead profiles and may be pre-colour impregnated or over painted with water based exterior paints.


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Architectural aluminium glazing specialist, Technal, has launched MODAL – the UK’s first low rise façade system to achieve such a high level of security, performance and thermal efficiency as standard.

This rapid-build modular solution is also believed to be the only low rise glazing system to be tested to BS 7950 – the British Standard for the enhanced security performance of windows.

MODAL features a number of new innovations which allow it to achieve an unprecedented level of security without the need for any modification to the standard system. This makes it ideal for applications such as schools, and for projects to be specified and fabricated to meet Secured by Design criteria.

The innovations include:

Both glaze-in and glaze-out fixed lights that can be used on the same elevation without any alteration to the sight lines. An industry first, this feature offers maximum security and ease of glass replacement wherever needed on the façade.A four-point bi-directional espagnolette locking system. The mushroom-shaped point of the lock prevents the MODAL opening vent from being lifted from the outside to disengage the lock.A specially-designed screw for the integral opening vent has been developed to prevent removal of the bead and glass from the outside, and yet still allow easy glass replacement for maintenance.A glaze-out security kit for MODAL fixed light glazing makes the façade even more secure.Safety guards fitted to the top corners of the open-out vent reinforce the hinges of the vent frame for additional protection against intruder access. Exceeding Building Regulations Requirements

MODAL has also been developed to deliver the highest level of thermal efficiency for low rise glazing and will exceed Building Regulations requirements – both current and likely revisions.

The standard system is fully thermally broken and will achieve exceptional thermal performance and low U values – whether the specification is for a fully glazed façade, or incorporating the MODAL integral opening vents, or Technal’s GXi sliding window and balcony door.

For example, MODAL will comfortably attain a U value of 1.0 W/m2K with a combination of 50 per cent fixed light glazing and 50 per cent insulated panels, using a glass specification of 1.1 W/m2K.

MODAL has also been successfully tested to both curtain walling and window standards (British and European) – BS EN 13830 for curtain walling and BS EN 14351-1 for windows – giving specifiers further reassurance of the system’s superior weather resistance and outstanding performance.

MODAL uses a highly engineered and innovative modular framing system designed to reduce work on site and to give specifiers the widest choice of configuration options currently available in the UK for façades up to two storeys.

It will provide robust, stylish, secure and high performance glazing for low rise applications such as schools and colleges, healthcare facilities and leisure projects. Variations for single and two-storey façades include single, double and triple glazed units; fixed lights; integral opening vents; doors; an integrated sliding window and door system; infill panels – and many combinations.


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ARDEX UK delivered a 40,000m2 flooring refurbishment at Heathrow Airports Terminal 1 with the ARDEX System Solution. Once the existing floorcoverings had been uplifted and the subfloors mechanically prepared, ARDITEX NA was applied. A self-smoothing, protein free latex levelling compound, ARDITEX NA can be laid from a feather edge up to at least 12mm in a single application. Nora Ultra Grip rubber safety flooring with increased slip resistance, and Norament 925 Grano rubber floor covering for extra high traffic areas, from Nora Flooring Systems UK Limited, were fixed with ARDEX AF 2300 advanced adhesive.


Ardex ‘On Track’ At King’s Cross New Ticket Hall

ARDEX UK, were pleased to work alongside DMC Rail Ltd of Tilbury, Essex to provide a 4,300m2 screeding, tiling and grouting solution for the new, state-of-the-art Northern ticket hall at King’s Cross St Pancras Underground station. ARDEX A 35 rapid drying screed was used at 85mm. The ARDEX A 35 cement and sand screed hardens so quickly, that it can be walked on after only 3 hours and rapid drying times mean further work can commence after just 24 hours, significantly reducing down time. The new large format tiles were fixed using ARDEX S 21 rapid hardening floor tile bedding mortar. The inherent hardening properties of ARDEX S 21 allow walkability and further work to commence after only 3 hours, once again reducing valuable down time. The tile joints were grouted with ARDEX–FLEX FL Rapid Setting Flexible Grout in Grey. Specifically developed for use with wide tile joints from 3-15mm.


Victorian Woodworks Serves Up A Timber Treat For WAHACAMasterchef winner Thomasina Miers and business partner Mark Selby have recently opened their third WAHACA site at Canary Wharf’s Canada Square. The 5,500sqft 150-cover restaurant with upstairs terrace bar, will serve the same Mexican street-style food found at Wahaca’s two sister sites in Covent Garden and Westfield shopping centre.

An exciting dining experience is assured at Wahaca, therefore it was essential that the interior design portrayed equal flair and innovation. Renowned for providing some of the UK’s leading hospitality venues with inspirational timber solutions, Victorian Woodworks were called upon to fulfil the Wahaca brief. By adopting a ‘different style approach, with sustainability in mind’, Victorian Woodworks supplied 116 sq metre Antique Reclaimed Original Face White Slaked Lime Pine Boards for installation as the wall cladding. The result was a durable surface with rustic appeal, offering an interesting back-drop to the restaurant. To conclude, Reclaimed Dense Pine was chosen for some of the staircase treads and risers.

Phil Wilson of Victorian Woodworks said “We were delighted to utilise our extensive knowledge of ‘all things wood’ on this project. The reclaimed timber wall cladding is simply stunning, and certainly ‘sets off’ the restaurant interior with a relaxed, yet modern ambience”.

Victorian Woodworks offers a vast range of timber solutions to complement any traditional or contemporary environment. Due to their unequalled expertise, the natural beauty of timber is not restricted to floors, with many installations enjoying timber feature walls and surfaces.


MS-Plus – The Must Specify Adhesive For Wood Flooring Now Available From Osmo UK!

When it comes to choosing an adhesive for the installation of wood flooring – Taylor Timberline MS, is the ideal choice. Perfect for use in residential and commercial interiors, Taylor Timberline MS is a solvent-free product that gives great performance and comes backed by GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification. Now available from Osmo UK, Taylor Timberline MS Flexible Wood Flooring Adhesive is a one component 100% solids, cross linking, MS polymer-based adhesive formulated for the interior installation of all types of wooden flooring including wood block parquet, engineered wood plank, acrylic impregnated plank, bamboo and pre-finished and unfinished solid wood flooring. Taylor Timberline MS also has good concrete moisture

inhibition capability as well as good sound reduction properties. Taylor Timberline MS is solvent- and isocyanate-free, has negligible VOC content, contains no hazardous chemicals as per OSHA Regulation CFR 1910.1200 and is a nonflammable, low odour adhesive that meets all relevant indoor air quality regulations. This specially formulated adhesive has good early strength buildup for immediate grab and quickly builds into a tenacious but elastic resilient bond as the adhesive cross-links.


NEW From Ultrascape....PAVEJOINT Ready To Use Jointing Compound

Ultrascape are set to launch the newest edition to their range of paving installation products, with PaveJoint – the perfect jointing solution for drives, paths and patios. Ultrascape’s PaveJoint is a ready to use jointing compound suitable for use in ALL paving applications with block paving, setts, cobbles and flags. PaveJoint was officially launched at the World of Paving and Hard Landscaping Show at the RICOH Arena, Coventry in March. PaveJoint enables the user to finish their paving easily and quickly, boasting a simple process of ‘sweep into joints and water’. Available in both ‘Buff’ and ‘Natural Grey’.


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Curved Wall Gets The 3d Treatment In Dallas

A stunning, curved, three-dimensional sculptural wall has been installed by specialist contractor Southwest Progressive Enterprises at Colinas Crossing, Texas. The unique Armourcoat Sculptural wall was specified by Wes Blaney at Carson Design Associates for Colinas Crossing, a 200 acre mixed use commercial development in Dallas. Armourcoat Sculptural walls are constructed from a series of precast panels that are bonded to the substrate. The 3D designs are created by combining computer-aided design with traditional hand sculpting to create designs that fit together with total accuracy yet retain the essence of being hand crafted. The curved wall – with a 21 feet radius – called for custom-made panels, in ‘Flow’ design with a ‘Flow Wave’ accent feature, to accommodate the curvature. The multiple panel designs within the ‘Flow’ range make it possible to create non-repetitive seamless sculptural walls where the design flows and changes across the surface just as in nature. As a consequence, no two walls need ever be identical. The panel joints are then filled and sanded and a final decorative coat is applied to the surface, in this project ArmourColor Perlata architectural coating was specified. Armourcoat Sculptural panels are made from precast high strength fiber reinforced gypsum plaster combined with post-consumer recycled material, constitutes up to 30% of the panel’s composition. The panels are non-toxic, and contain no VOCs or formaldehyde.


Tom Dixon And Formica Group At The Milan Salone Del Mobile

Formica Group has partnered with Tom Dixon for the first time at the Milan Salone Del Mobile (Superstudio Piu) 2010 and will then continue to develop the relationship touring a number of cities in Europe as part of a specially-created Road Show. The Tom Dixon stand at the Milan Salone Del Mobile 2010 features a unique, interchangeable modular system which utilises Formica® High Pressure Laminate (HPL). It also contains some intriguing multi-sided models created by Tom Dixon which provide a taste of the new Formica® Collection for 2010 that is about to be launched (see photo). Gold and Polished

Aluminium from the DecoMetal® by Formica Group range feature as stunning finishes on the stand interior walls and provide a high impact, reflective backdrop. Alongside this AR Plus® by Formica Group in White provides a high gloss laminate surface for the stand’s main reception desk. The new Formica Collection for 2010 represents a harmonised portfolio of decorative laminates for a range of different environments and furniture. Depth and variety in colour, finishes, new patterns and wood decors offer a versatile material collection.


Stunning Granite Worktops From New Image Stone

There can be no better finish to a kitchen than a beautiful granite worktop from New Image Stone. The company’s highly skilled stonemasons work with premium quality stone to create truly exquisite pieces gracing homes all over the UK. Granite is a natural, hard wearing work surface, which for centuries has been hugely popular in homes across the continent. With careful maintenance your stunning granite worktop will last a life time. Granite worktops are luxurious, stylish and practical, and New Image Stone can source a wide variety of colours to design and install a stone solution to add beauty to any home. Tough and durable, each piece of granite is both unique and magnificent with an individual beauty of its own.


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Inspiration For Designs For Living From Pilkington’sLeading wall and floor tile manufacturer, Pilkington’s Tiles Group, has launched its new kitchen and bathroom collections under the Designs for Living series, following extensive research into the latest interior design trends and architectural requirements. Several new ranges have been introduced into Pilkington’s product portfolio through the Designs for Living Collections, these include Elegant, Soho and Ceramic Mosaic wall tile ranges and new to Decorworks Alumino, Expressions, Jewel, Shimmer, Natural Stone and Metallica. A selection of new colours and borders have also been added to the bestselling Directions, Metro, Pearlstone & Limestone ranges, adding even more choice and versatility options for creating stunning kitchen designs. These comprehensive collections offer a range of materials, colours, textures, sizes and finishes that present almost limitless opportunities for creative design, with innovative options that can be suited to any budget.


Ardex’s Natural Stone Fixing Solution Delights St. David’s

ARDEX UK and Stone Cladding International Ltd of Newton Abbot assisted with the completion of the vast £675m extension to the existing St David’s shopping centre in Cardiff. ARDEX X 7001 W Rapid Drying General Purpose Adhesive in white was used to fix 8,000m2 of limestone floor tiling throughout the malls. Suitable for fixing limestone, and light coloured and translucent marble, ARDEX X 7001 W delivers premium performance with an excellent one hour pot-life. Additional built in features include rapid hardening and drying, which enables grouting just two hours after

fixing, excellent adhesion and a mix consistency that facilitates solid bedding.


Vanille And Café - The Essence Of Compac

Quartz and Marble worksurface manufacture COMPAC have just launched two new quartz worksurface colours which reflect the very essence of the company - Vanille and Café - two colours that will awaken your senses. These new colours will offer the designer endless possibilities to create stunning kitchens or bathrooms which will transform any home - be it traditional or contemporary. All COMPAC quartz worksurfaces are manufactured to exacting standards, utilising the latest technology to provide superb consistency of colour. With a practically non-existent porosity, resistance to impact, heat and abrasion, and its natural antibacterial protection COMPAC quartz worksurface are suitable for a wide variety of applications.


Victorian Woodworks Serve Up A Tasty Treat At BNY Mellon When the world’s largest securities servicing and asset management company – BNY Mellon, opened a new office in Manchester, they turned to the UK’s premier manufacturer of reclaimed and new timber, Victorian Woodworks to provide the perfect floor for the deli and restaurant area.

The interior design of the Bank’s new Manchester office mirrors their premier London locations, where a variety of flooring surfaces combine to differentiate various different functions carried out within the building.

Victorian Woodworks have an impressive portfolio of previous flooring installations throughout numerous commercial locations including offices, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets. For this project, they supplied Reclaimed Silvertown Pine for installation within the designated deli area. Supplied as long and wide boards, this flooring is highly durable and easily cleaned, making it an ideal choice for high foot traffic areas.

Commenting on the project, Phil Wilson of Victorian Woodworks said, “Reclaimed Silvertown Pine has been proven to provide strength, along with a natural beauty and relaxed warmth – the perfect floor for the deli area of this prestigious new office”.


Launch of www.sapphirebalustrades.com

The first phase of Sapphire Balustrades new website, www.sapphirebalustrades.com, provides a valuable introduction to the company’s range of stainless steel, brass, hardwood, glass, aluminium and coated steel handrail systems. Information is given on the company’s service which extends from provision of site surveys and structural calculations by four regional offices to manufacture and installation. A comprehensive photo gallery also shows how products have been used for diverse projects and styles, often using standardised components from different systems. Bespoke designs can also be supplied to meet specific requirements in terms of special features, materials or standards of performance.


Oberflex Chic Is UniqueOberflex real veneer high pressure laminate, exclusively distributed in the UK by Abet Ltd, has launched a striking new 18-strong collection called Chic & Pop. Diametrically opposed at first sight, the Chic range comprises more traditional subtle new whitened, grey, natural and chocolate tints applied on walnut and zebrano wood veneers, while the Pop collection makes use of strong, vibrant fluorescent tints that offer both offbeat and stylised solutions to modern, coloured creative interior design schemes.


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Swimming Pool Equipment From M & G Olympic Products LtdM & G Olympic Products Ltd is a major supplier of standard and specially designed swimming pool equipment for new and refurbished pools. with products that will complete any leisure facility from domestic to competition venues. Products include balustrades, barrier rails, hand-guard rails custom built fabrications, underwater windows, and a range of standard and non-standard pool access ladders, as well as a comprehensive range of Competition Equipment.

All balustrading is designed, fabricated and installed to conform to crowd control building regulations, manufactured from 38mm or 50mm diameter 16g stainless steel tube recommended for longer pool life or coated mild steel. Balustrading can be toughened glass, perforated sheet or rod infill, all to comply with health and safety requirements. Stainless steel is the ideal material for swimming pool areas as it is of superior corrosion resistance and is easy to maintain in the particularly humid atmosphere of swimming pools and leisure centres. Manufactured from 316 grade stainless steel for extra corrosion resistance, all products are designed to withstand the large amount of use in public and commercial swimming pools

Competition equipment includes starting blocks, turning boards, water polo goals, backstroke warning and false start equipment, lane line storage trolleys to suit all pool environments. The range also includes full size, reduced height and wall-mounted Lifeguard Observation Chairs. M & G Olympic Products Ltd can provide a range of disabled person’s pool access equipment which includes fixed and removable access ladders, assisted shower chairs and is an approved supplier, installer and commissioner of the Oxford Dipper range of bathing hoists, for proven, reliable and safe access to water at swimming pools, therapy pools or quayside locations.

In addition to its standard products M & G Olympic Products Ltd design and manufacture bespoke fabrications including underwater windows. Underwater windows can be square, rectangular or round, can be designed and manufactured to suit clients individual requirements and are supplied as a complete sealed unit. Glass thickness depends on water depth.

M & G Olympic has an impressive track record and are in great demand with customers based throughout the UK and Ireland. Previous clients include Major Contractors, Local Authorities and Architects with previous projects including national pools, various sports and leisure facilities, national pools and football training facilities, schools, universities and colleges, hospital facilities and hydrotherapy pools.


Coca-Cola Refreshing Approach To SafetyWhen Coca-Cola embarked on building a new flagship bottling and distribution plant in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, its development was to be state-of-the-art including the safety systems that it installed.

The new plant would converge two sites into one under the Coca-Cola Hellenic brand, and be one of the largest production, bottling and distribution sites in the world. It would also set the standard for the Coca-Cola’s worldwide operation and therefore it needed the best across all areas of its operation.

Plastic-barrier specialists, A-Safe were called into advise on the safety features of the proposed 45-acre plant whilst it was still a greenfield project in development two years ago.

Neil Clifford, Sales Manager at A-Safe explained: “It is incredibly exciting to work on a project from the ground-up. We have been closely involved with Coca-Cola from the drawings stage and therefore been able to advise from an early stage what requirements they will need from their safety barrier systems.

“The contract was gained through tender process, where we were able to convince the Health & Safety Executives involved in the new build of the strengths and benefits of installing our systems ahead of traditional steel ones. Our reputation in the food industry and the obvious benefits of plastic over steel ensured we were the best-placed to help them on this ambitious project. Despite the entire build coming in over-budget, one area the company refused to cut costs on was the safety barriers.”

A-Safe has now installed a variety of systems within the site, including designing bespoke column protectors specifically for this site. It has also installed pedestrian and vehicle segregation barriers, pedestrian walkways, machinery and equipment protection, height restrictors across doorways and door frames and bollards.

The project was split into several areas including supplying barrier systems to protect plant equipment and machinery, warehousing, external protection and the safety requirements in the production area and rest of site.

Now that the site is up and running, A-Safe continue to be involved to resolve ongoing safety problems.


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Change In Comfort With Pressalit Care’s New Nursing Bench 150

Pressalit Care has extended its range of height adjustable nursing benches with the new Nursing Bench 150. Meeting the recommendations of BS8300:2009, the Nursing Bench 150 has been designed for installations such as Changing Places facilities, school hygiene rooms and home adaptations.For use in situations where a person needs to be changed or showered while lying down, the Nursing Bench 150 comprises a comfortable PVC-coated canvas stretcher which is easily height adjusted with the hand-held remote control. Providing a weight limit of up to 150kg, the Nursing Bench 150 is available in 1.4m and 1.8m lengths and can be height adjusted from 500mm to 900mm by means of its wall-mounted lifting unit. This allows the Nursing Bench 150 to be lowered to a suitable height for side transfer from a wheelchair, and then raised to a comfortable and safe working height for the carer. The Nursing Bench 150 can be supplemented with a Pressalit Care safety rail and splash curtain.The Nursing Bench 150 is part of a full range of high quality, fixed height or power adjusted changing benches from Pressalit Care. The Pressalit Care range includes the Nursing Bench 200, which features an adjustable head support, and integral water collection tray, and has a maximum weight limit of 200kg. In addition, for use in kindergartens and nurseries, the Pressalit Care Nursing Table is designed for a maximum weight of 75kg and has the option of integral sink, tap, and wire storage baskets.


It’s Easy Being Green With Double-Recycled WorktopsSustainable home building and improvement is set to be one of the decade’s prevailing trends, with 45% of new projects reportedly using green materials and the mantra ‘renovate not raze’ being widely adopted. Kitchen worktops company Granite Transformations is enthusiastically meeting this upsurge in consumer demand, with a growing range of eco-sustainable products made from recycled materials. Its latest Trend G Bianco Spizzio and Beige Supreme surfaces have notable credentials as décor materials that help conserve resources and cut down on waste.

First, they are made from recycled glass mosaic tile fragments, which are themselves produced from post-consumer recycled glass, making them doubly green. Second, these surfaces are made to fit on top of existing worktops, so there is no demolition and no contribution to landfill waste. Neither do these scratch, stain, heat and impact resistant materials need regular resealing with chemicals and waxes, nor any maintenance whatsoever, except for an occasional wipe with a clean E-cloth (which will even be provided).

Both new Granite Transformations Trend G designs, which are equally suitable for renovating a tired bathroom or shower, are in line with this season’s natural and neutral tones. Bianco Spizzio is a creamy white backdrop, littered with sun-bleached fragments and dreamy greys; while Beige Supreme projects shards of golden yellow, scattered across a soft, white sandy bed. Either is perfect for adding ‘beachcomber’ eco-chic to a remodelled kitchen or bathroom, possibly teamed with bright blues, earth browns or bolder shades. They can be seen on the company’s website at www.granitetransformations.co.uk. What makes these green credentials possible is Granite Transformations’ unique production process, which in itself consumes significantly less raw material and creates tough, slimline slabs that can be bonded directly onto old worktops, without extra reinforcement.

These agglomerate surfaces are composed mainly of natural raw materials, in this instance recycled glass mosaic tiles, blended with 3-4 per cent high performance polymer, which unlike cement-based products never needs sealing, are not susceptible to staining and are inherently tough and flexible. Virtually unrecognisable in the final, diamond-polished surface, the translucent glass mosaic fragments, themselves containing 80% post-consumer recycled content, introduce subtle variations in tone, light and shade, with no two slabs exactly alike. Going green doesn’t mean paying through the nose either.

These recycled mosaic surfaces are comparable in price and quality to good natural granite or heavy engineered stone, but there are obvious savings arising from eliminating the time-consuming demolition and fitting process associated with new worktop and splashback installations. What’s more, these Granite Transformations surfaces are fabricated off-site in a workshop, avoiding all the mess and inconvenience caused by working in the customer’s home, and the final fitting usually takes only one or two days in a standard size kitchen or bathroom. Finally, proving that it can be easy being green, there’s even a manufacturer’s lifetime warranty.


Making A Splash With Zenolite Deva Launches New Thermostatic Shower RangeThermostatic showers have never looked so good with the launch of Deva’s new thermostatic vertical bar shower with diverter kit, the COMP VBS9200, which is just one of the company’s new shower products for 2010. Sleek and contemporary in design and boasting versatile showering options, the COMP VBS9200 guarantees safe, stylish showering for every bathroom. Featuring thermostatic control ensuring a safe water temperature for all, plus individual control for flow and temperature, this shower delivers optimum comfort and performance. The striking round rose has a swivel joint, which is easily manoeuvred for ease of use. The diverter can switch swiftly between overhead shower and the single mode handset with its 1500mm hose, offering a variety of luxurious showering options. Suitable for use with even unbalanced water pressures, the COMP VBS9200 requires a minimum pressure of 1.0bar for optimum performance and with the best

guarantees currently available – five years on parts – this stunning modern thermostatic shower guarantees long lasting safety and performance.


Zenolite, a high gloss acrylic decorative panel available exclusively from David Clouting is creating considerable interest by offering an exciting, eco friendly, colourful, tough and light weight alternative to more traditional interior surface materials. Zenolite will transform any kitchen or bathroom and provides the designer with the opportunity to create stunning designs for splash backs, feature walls or

backing walls for kitchen or bathroom units. Featuring a palette of 10 innovative colours, Zenolite is highly engineered to deliver a superb finish,

its integrated colour layer offers consistency of colour throughout. Each panel is highly resistant to UV light, cracking, staining or warping and has 25 times the impact strength of glass. Easy and quick to install, Zenolite can be fabricated or cut and profiled on site if required to meet the most challenging of designs.


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Recent research carried out by nef (the new economics foundation) in collaboration with Marshalls plc, the UK’s leading hard landscaping transformation company, has found important links between an individual’s wellbeing and the external environment in which they live.

Everyone likes to feel good. However, evidence is mounting that psychological well-being is more than just ‘nice to have’ but can instead bring real and lasting benefits. Psychological research has shown that experiencing positive feelings widens the scope of attention and makes people more open to new experiences. In turn, this can lead to ‘virtuous circles’ in which protective psychological resources, such as resilience and optimism, are enhanced.

Effectively measuring people’s well-being is a new way of assessing true socio-economic performance; it can lead to increased self-confidence and resilience; broader community and societal value; higher engagement and happiness; potential to increase performance; and sustainability – doing more with less.

So what is wellbeing? For the 2008 UK Government Foresight Project, nef conducted a review of Mental Capital and Well-being and produced an evidence based definition of well-being as:

“…a dynamic state in which the individual is able to develop their potential, work productively and creatively, build strong and positive relationships with others, and contribute to their community.”

The Model of Wellbeing captures the inter-connected nature around the concept of well-being. The key thing to understand is that well-being is not just the top circle but the ‘dynamic’ interplay between all four. Within this model, the different domains (work, home life, and living environment) of an individual’s

life constitute external conditions, which together provide a variety of challenges and opportunities.

When you look at the model, it is important to recognise that people are not made happy by things, but by doing things. That’s way there is no direct arrow from ‘external conditions’ up to ‘good feelings’. The concept of well-being comprises of two main elements: feeling good and functioning well. Whether or not your needs are met depends not just on the kind of person you are, but on the circumstances in which you live. When these two come together, you function well and experience good feelings as a result. When they do not, life is more of a struggle and bad feelings are more likely.

Using lead indicators to map social impactAs part of Marshalls commissioned research with nef, a ‘Social Space: Impact Map’ was produced which suggests how stakeholders may experience a number of different outcomes by utilising public spaces. These include:

1. Increased feelings of safety.2. Increased feelings of ownership and belonging.3. Greater awareness and appreciation of surroundings.4. More walking/cycling.

5. Reduced social isolation; for example, older people who are housebound as a result of injuries.

6. Increased autonomy.7. Reduced frustration/stress.8. Increased feeling of control over local decision-making.

These outcomes map onto a number of indicators identified both in the UK Local Government National Indicator (NI) and UK Sustainable Development Indicator (SDI) Sets and the Local Government White Paper ‘Strong and Prosperous Communities’ described its ambitions to ‘revitalise local authorities working with partners to reshape services around citizens and communities.’ These indicator sets suggest a policy trend towards statutory guidelines that may in the future affect the way in which organisations such as Marshalls target their products to promote the well-being of end users in public realm spaces.

Pulling these lead indicators into a workable business model has enabled Marshalls to focus on some key areas where it can make a significant impact:

Indicators: Stronger and safer communitiesMarshalls’ products can help local authorities strive to build stronger and safer communities by increasing the percentage of people who feel they belong to their neighbourhood, increasing overall/general satisfaction with a local area, and decreasing perceptions of antisocial behaviour. In the right places, products such as extra street lighting can help to reduce crime rates and incidents of anti-social behaviour which in turn increase feelings of safety and reduce negative feelings.

Indicators: Adult health and well-beingThe provision of high-quality paving materials and well designed landscapes will increase social interaction, reduce injuries and nurture a sense of belonging and create supportive relationships in communities. Marshalls’ products can therefore help local authorities to promote adult health and well-being by increasing self-reported measures of health and well-being.

Indicator: Local economy and environmental sustainabilityMarshalls’ street furniture, benches and litter bins will encourage people to interact and take part in their community life and Marshalls’ expertise and product range can help local authorities promote a healthy local economy and environmental sustainability by increasing access to services and facilities by public transport, walking, cycling and improving street and environmental cleanliness.

Sustainable development indicators (2007):A further measure of local authority progress was established by the Sustainable Development Indicator Set.

Marshalls’ products can help local authorities promote sustainable development by addressing crime, increasing mobility, improving local environmental quality and increasing satisfaction in the local area.

By providing local authorities with the tools to assess products against lead indicators, Marshalls has effectively created greater awareness of the wider benefits of better landscape design with the individual and community at its heart. For more information and to download a brochure, contact 0870 241 2463 or visit www.marshalls.co.uk


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You’d never believe it to look at

them, but A-Safe barriers were

installed at Coca Cola’s Malvern

plant back in 2006, following a

successful trial the year before.

Obviously, in a busy environment

like this, wear and tear can be

quite a problem, but thanks to

A-Safe’s polypropylene construction

and built-in memory, the barriers

still look like new. In fact, the

installation proved so successful

that A-Safe barriers have now been

installed at a number of other sites

in the Coca Cola group. David

Lindesay, the company’s

Team Services Leader

explains how

beneficial A-Safe has

been for the company:

The initial cost of installing

A-Safe barriers over four years

ago has been more than offset

with the savings we have made by

replacing the metal barriers we

previously had in place which were

easily damaged and required

repainting on a regular basis.

By contrast, the A-Safe barriers

are of good quality, very low

maintenance and provide

excellent protection for

pedestrians. Not only that, they

are also very effective in reducing

damage to our fork lift trucks,

while the workforce feel confident

that they are better protected.

We’ve taken all theknocks and we’re

still in great shape.

Before impactPolymer barrier in workplace scenario.

If you’d like to know more about A-Safe products, visit our website at

www.asafe.com A-Safe (UK) Ltd, Shay Lane, Halifax, W.Yorkshire, England HX3 6RLt: +44 (0) 1422 344402 f: +44 (0) 1422 323533e: [email protected] www.asafe.com

PROTECTING PEOPLE, PROPERTY AND PROFITS

On impactBarrier bends as vehicle hits it.

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Keywood is modified timber and is the latest product to be launched by timber preservation and fire retardant specialists Arch Timber Protection. It has been developed to provide a building material with the widest range of possibilities and uses only natural Bio-Resins and sustainable timbers. Keywood, developed to capitalise upon the natural benefits of Radiata Pine, produces a versatile, durable and sustainable building material. It can be used both indoors or outdoors, either with or without a coating. The process imbues Keywood with improved dimensional stability and creates design flexibility benefits when used with other building materials. It retains all of the versatility of the Radiata Pine and can be machined into a wide range of profiles and sizes. Keywood has long term performance properties with Durability Class 1 providing up to 60 years service life.


Arch Timber Protection Launches Keywood At Ecobuild

Sureset Paves The Way For Dorset Footbridge

SureSet, the UK’s leading manufacturer of permeable resin bound paving, recently completed a project for Dorset County Council – supplying and installing the paving for a new footbridge at Newton’s Cove in Weymouth. The stainless steel footbridge forms part of the south west coastal path which extends along the coastline from Poole Harbour to Clevedon in North Somerset. This light, elegant structure was designed to replace the rather unsightly concrete bridge that had been in situ since the 1970s, with the material specification required to reflect the aesthetics of the local Jurassic coastline.The paving design was developed by Chris Tipping, his intricate scheme drawing inspiration from the local land and seascapes as well as a number of familiar cartographic symbols and annotations. Given the complexity of the design and the relatively exposed location of the bridge, a versatile, durable and robust paving surface was required: SureSet resin bound paving providing the ideal solution. Working closely with SureSet, Chris selected a combination of Sterling Silver, Charcoal, Winter Frost and Harvest Buff aggregates drawn from the company’s extensive crushed rock and natural gravel ranges.



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Lindapter Secures Target Field CanopyThe new $425 million Target Field ballpark features an inspiring 1,988 ton steel sunshade canopy that sweeps around the stadium, with a 7,432 m² glistening soffit safely suspended overhead with Lindapter steelwork fixings.

The 40,000 seat, open-air Target Field is the new home of Minnesota Twins, an American professional baseball team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The architecturally stunning curved canopy presented a challenge to the connection design due to the connecting beams varying in size and angle throughout. The engineers also had to meet a vital criterion of accommodating up to 22.3kN of wind load, while the contractor favoured a simple to install, universal connection that could be used on both primary and secondary steel sections.

Lindapter provided a single solution that exceeded these requirements with the Type LR Girder Clamp connection system, independently approved to a safe working load of 58.8kN at a 5:1 factor of safety. The self-adjustable assembly is compatible with flange thicknesses of 3 to 20mm, while an over-sized slotted location plate enabled the simple adjustment to fit variations in beam width and connection angle. The efficient connection allowed the canopy risers to be easily aligned into position, allowing a faster installation in comparison to more time consuming conventional methods such as drilling, or repeated tack welding and grinding, thereby reducing on-site costs.

As the installation did not require hot working it was not necessary to renew the corrosion protection at over 1,200 connection points and more importantly, the structural integrity of the primary steel was maintained. As the canopy construction largely consisted of elevated and overhead work, eliminating drilling, welding and grinding contributed greatly to the overall safety of the project.


Nottingham School Selects Recycled Modular Hire Solution For New Teaching Accommodation

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Farnborough School in Nottingham, has selected a highly sustainable modular building solution from Foremans Relocatable Building Systems to provide purpose-designed accommodation for its Humanities Faculty and Art Department over the next three years. Following the closure of another school in the area, Farnborough School’s pupil intake was planned to increase by around 170 students. This required a rapid expansion and reorganisation of the teaching facilities as an interim measure until the Farnborough site is redeveloped under the Building Schools for the Future initiative. Foremans currently has another pre-owned modular classroom building on hire at the school and so following a successful tender, were given the challenge of delivering a second contract to a demanding timescale of just three months from receipt of order to fitting out. Foremans also undertook the foundations and fitting out – and delivered the whole project on time and on budget.


Portakabin Launches New Decant School Solution To Create Inspiring Interim Teaching Accommodation

Portakabin, the UK’s leading education modular building specialist, has launched a new decant school solution to provide interim teaching accommodation to support the Building Schools for the Future initiative and the Primary Capital Programme. Developed in consultation with leading design architects P+HS, this latest suite of building options from Portakabin allows schools and colleges to benefit from more inspiring interim education facilities and maintain the highest standards of teaching during major construction or refurbishment work. The new hire solution can be used to provide a complete interim school, incorporating design best practice, current thinking on anti-bullying strategies and generously-sized double classrooms that, at 64sqm, exceed DCSF guidelines. The Portakabin decant concept is highly flexible and can also be applied to learning clusters, standalone teaching blocks and even single classroom buildings to meet a school’s precise requirements. Each Portakabin decant building can be fitted out to accommodate a wide variety of applications, such as science laboratories, art rooms, dance studios, food technology rooms, IT suites, general classrooms, school or college receptions, kitchen and dining facilities, and administrative offices.


Yorkon Launches New Design Tool To Help Architects And Contractors Design For Off Site

Award-winning off-site specialist and Portakabin subsidiary, Yorkon, has launched a new version of its highly successful interactive design tool to help architects and contractors work with off-site construction. Since the tool was first developed in 2007, more than 2,000 copies have been issued and are now in use. As part of the new edition, Yorkon carried out research with users to further improve this valuable tool. The new guide is downloadable from the Yorkon website – www.yorkon.info/designguide.The Yorkon design tool helps architects and contractors develop a building design for a specific scheme using off-

site construction, and produce faster and more accurate project drawings.


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Copper Single Ply For Prestige Apartments

Flag Soprema’s Flagon SFC Copper Art single ply membrane has been used in a highly unusual way on an exclusive 3-storey development of six apartments concealed within the heart of a conservation area. Vaega Family Homes’ development of Beech Hollow was faced with a planning directive requiring use of Yorkshire stone, natural slate, lead and copper. Its tower entrance feature was designed to be clad in copper, as a visual statement which hinted at the high quality of materials and finishes within. Flag-Soprema’s patented thermoplastic PVC system, Flagon SFC Copper Art, was used as precise amounts of copper incorporated into it enable the membrane to take on the natural patina of age. Added benefits include the avoidance of cold bridging, corrosion or leaks around details. Profiles and embossed fascia detailing techniques re-created the traditional copper appearance to the highest standard.


The new ZSL London ‘Giants of the Galapagos’ exhibit is a prime example of a stylish, practical, yet somewhat unusual design in which roof windows have played a prominent part. Natural daylight was key to the creation of an environment reminiscent of the animals’ natural habitat, so architects Wharmby Kozdon used 18 Fakro FTP-V centre pivot windows in a series of combinations on the building’s monopitch roof, occupying 40% of the span.

The building is a well insulated structure with biodiverse green roof, and the roof windows’ significance was explained by Mike Kozdon. “We needed a roof which would provide relatively large areas of evenly distributed natural light and searched for affordable, high performance roof windows which could be used in combinations. They needed to open fully in hot weather and provide automatically adjusting trickle ventilation in the cold. Being integrated within a green roof, the windows’ outer surface needed to be at the same level. Fakro’s FTP-V satisfied all of our requirements”.

The FTP-V’s operating handle is in the base of the sash, so the frames are sleeker and provide a larger glazing area. Using the unique topSafe® technology provides a high level of safety and security (BS EN 13049 Class III) so, even if inadvertently stepped on, windows will withstand the weight.


Healthy DaylightLondon’s first purpose built Polyclinic has opened by the NHS in Redbridge. Its central feature is a dramatic Kalwall curved rooflight, 17m long and 5.7m wide, supplied by Stoakes Systems. Kalwall is a unique system of diffusing natural daylight through walls or roofs and flooding it evenly as ‘museum-quality’ light. The system eliminates shadows and glare and the stark contrasts of light and shade. Even on cloudy days, the interior is flooded with natural daylight and, because it is highly insulating, energy costs are reduced. U values as low as 0.28W/mK, equivalent to a solid wall or roof, can be achieved with translucent Nanogel inside the panels. The lightness of the panels mean installation is less costly and cumbersome than glass. The panels have inherent rigidity and impact resistance, are largely self-cleaning and frequency of maintenance is reduced.


Simpson’s Revolutionary Connector Gains LABC Approval Industry leader Simpson Strong Tie has announced the news that its latest steel connector – the JES (Joist End Support) - has been approved for use by the LABC (local authority building control), strengthening the company’s impressive portfolio of revolutionary I-Loft Suite products. Allowing the modification of I-joists to fit into the eaves of the roof via its two piece metal-work system, the JES enables the use of engineered timber I-Joists in loft conversions. This offers a safe and economic alternative to the traditional and often costly method which requires steel girders. Each individual JES now has the LABC’s stamp of approval on it, giving the connector huge credibility amongst loft conversion professionals and adds to the long list of benefits associated with the product – including speed and safety in terms of its installation process.


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Sika In The Mix At New Uskmouth Power Station

Sika is working closely with Hanson Concrete to supply 25,000 cubic metres of high workability concrete to a new £450 million gas power station that is being built at the mouth of the River Usk, near Newport in Gwent. The new 800MW CCGT (Combined Cycle Gas Turbine) plant is being designed, built and commissioned by Siemens and Siemens AG for Severn Power on the site of the former Uskmouth A coal fired power station, and will stand adjacent to the existing 350MW Uskmouth Power Plant on the bank of the River Usk. With a high percentage of the concrete being pumped into place

on the project, a good workability retention is required. A quality mix design is essential so that the concrete can be pumped without segregation or blocking of the lines. For this reason Sika Viscocrete 20RM liquid admixture is being incorporated in the mix design. This unique product gives the advantage of high water reduction with correspondingly high strength and density, coupled with extended workability, improved flow, reduced shrinkage and fast strength development. It meets the requirement of EN 934 Part 2.


Ardex Prescribe Perfect System SolutionNorth Manchester General Hospital has recently undertaken the refurbishment of their busy Accident & Emergency department. In order to fulfil the exacting flooring requirements of this demanding environment, the hospital drew upon the proven results of ARDEX UK and flooring contractor, PCS Flooring of Formby, Merseyside, to ensure that the specific flooring needs could be met. To commence the 1800m2 project, the floor areas received ARDEX DPM 1 C One Coat Surface Damp Proof Membrane, which has been significantly proven throughout many commercial installations to deliver rapid and cost effective results.Following the application of ARDEX P 82 primer to the cured DPM, ARDEX K 11 Levelling and Smoothing Compound was applied to provide a smooth and flat surface. Fast track projects benefit from ARDEX K 11 as it is hard enough to walk on only 2½ hours after application and final floorcoverings such as vinyl, linoleum, carpet etc., can normally be applied the next day at 20°C. To conclude, ARDEX AF 100 Pressure Sensitive Acrylic Flooring Adhesive was used to install the Polyflor floorcoverings.


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movemanSKG Lifts Community Spirit!movemanSKG recently visited the beautiful market town of Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, to install a platform lift at the local council’s new office and community centre. It enables wheelchair users to reach the first floor and keeps the building, which is both a workplace and publicly accessible, DDA compliant.

Ashby Town Council spent over £500,000 developing the community centre, which clubs and organisations such as the Women’s Institute use for meetings and activities. Leicestershire County Council also leases part of the centre to host its Community Opportunities programme, which trains people with learning disabilities and helps them to find jobs.

Thanks to movemanSKG’s Prestige, less able visitors and council employees can move around the building independently. The two-stop lift travels 3.1 metres and features doors that open at the touch of a button. It also has a designated user control (DUC) system, which prevents unauthorised use.

Town Clerk Colin Gay is very happy; “We have responsibilities under the DDA to make our premises accessible to wheelchair users. After consulting movemanSKG, it became clear that a platform lift was the ideal solution. Initially I had fears the lift would look ugly in the new building but these turned out to be groundless. It has a handsome cream finish and blends with its surroundings perfectly. It gets regular use and operates reliably.”

Prestige is a freestanding platform lift; it requires no wall or supporting structure. It carries loads of 400kg up to thirteen metres and features a large 1500mm x 1100mm platform, which comfortably accommodates a wheelchair user plus a carer. Prestige complies with the new Machinery Directive and has tactile push button controls to aid those with visual impairments.


Clearline Looks The Part At Landmark Development

Neaco’s Clearline structural glass system has been specified on the latest phase at Hull Community Church, a £2.2 million landmark development designed by Gelder and Kitchen. Clearline is featured on a rooftop terrace built to increase overall space at the church, which incorporates a multi-purpose hall, office, cafeteria, creche and training facilities. The project also employed an environmentally sustainable building policy with extensive use of natural ventilation and lighting, renewable energy fittings and selective materials.


Colchester Stadium – A Triumph Of Design In Metal Profile Cladding

The recently completed Colchester Stadium is a triumph of design which encapsulates all that is good in modern profile cladding for building envelopes. Architectural Profiles Limited provided the profiles for the roofs and the walls, the roofs being constructed using AP 31/1000 profile HPS scintilla coated on both sides for maximum longevity and durability. The walls are also HPS scintilla coated both sides on AP50HR (half round) sinusoidal profiles - both finished in goosewing grey. APL profiles are part of a wide range of cladding profiles, products and patented systems, designed and manufactured by Architectural Profiles which address all the key construction issues of today i.e. energy efficiency and thermal performance, construction time and building budget constraints, but, most of all, the aesthetics and the design options they generate.


Continuing its low key patronage of the arts, Manchester paintmaker HMG Paints’ latest creative collaboration proved to be, literally, the highlight of the Market Estate Project, a one-day creative exhibition by 75 community artists, leading up to the demolition of one of London’s most notorious estates. The young artistic partnership of Jessica Blandford and Joe Morris recreated a 1960’s living room and painted everything inside fluorescent yellow - the walls, the floor, chairs, fixtures and fittings, even tea cups and bourbon biscuits.

Not surprisingly, this highly vivid installation caught the eye of thousands of visitors and gained the young artists extensive multimedia coverage. One rather distinguished member of the public also seemed quite impressed: “There was a rather surreal moment when, after all the crowds had gone, we came across a solitary man, taking pictures of our exhibit,” says Jess. “It was Anthony Gormley! He said he loved it.”After helping artist Max Hague to prepare for his exhibition in Manchester last autumn, HMG Paints was happy to support Camberwell College of Arts graduates, Blandford and Morris, when they sought sponsorship-in-kind for their proposed Market Estate installation, ‘Fluorescent Yellow Room’.

As a manufacturer normally concerned with supplying high performance coatings for industrial, commercial transport, construction and electronics applications, the family-owned firm is always fascinated by more creative use of its materials. The groundbreaking Market Estate Project brought together a temporary community of artists, on an urban site in the process of major regeneration. A typical 1960’s development comprising 270 high rise flats and maisonettes, built on the grounds of the former Metropolitan Cattle Market, near Caledonian Road in the Borough of Islington, the estate had become run down, neglected and plagued by antisocial behaviour of late, so was scheduled for demolition. Before the bulldozers

moved in however, new owners Southern Housing Group agreed to help transform the vacant flats and communal areas into a giant creative canvas for community artists, culminating in a one day, pre-demolition event.

More than 2500 people came to view the 66 different art projects that had engulfed the estate. Selected by organisers Tall Tales from hundreds of would-be participants, Jess and Joe decided to paint everything in their allocated flat fluorescent yellow, because this vivid colour is associated with contrasting everyday emotions: danger, safety, authority, rebellion. Also, since luminous yellow is so reflective, it creates different shadows, tones and shades, rather than a monotone effect.

“We felt fluorescent yellow would be really appropriate to reflect the dying utopia that was the Market Estate. Due to its violent glow, the colour can also be seen as a caricature of the nuclear age, which relates to the 60’s theme,” explains Jess.

Certainly the artistic pair’s installation attracted plenty of interest and critical acclaim, with The Independent, Guardian and e-zine Dazed Digital all featuring their work, while arts blog Kluster hailed the event its ‘fave project of the year’. On a technical note, HMG’s LMP waterborne acrylic coating supplied for the art work was ideal for applying in the confined spaces of a tenement flat, due to the absence of solvent fumes, and it can be applied to a wide variety of substrates, even apparently a half-eaten piece of toast!


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Ancient Technology - Needs New Protection

The Ancient Technology Centre in Cranborne, Dorset has educated and delighted tens of thousands of children, for over twenty years, and this year on May the 14th the centre will officially welcome an impressive achievement of a 24 metre Viking Longhouse. The construction of the bow sided longhouse, has involved the use of authentic materials and methods based on evidence from Danish Royal Garrisons. The longhouse can now provide excellent residential accommodation for school groups and offer an ancient living experience, the idea being for children to be involved in all elements of daily life, grinding wheat into flour and making bread, tending to farming duties, preparing food, including making cheese and butter, cleaning, sleeping like many children experienced in the past.

Safety of the residents was a vital ingredient of the structure, so Luke Winter Manager of the Centre called in Technical Fire Consultant Paul White of Advanced Fire Prevention based in Poole. Paul suggested the use of the new Envirograf® QVFR fire retardant coating for the protection of 200m² of Internal larch sawn timber boards which have been butt joined and attached under perlins in an internal open roof structure. The key benefit of the coating, is that it does not require a primer or top coat if used internally and therefore it has made enormous savings on time and labour costs.

Envirograf® have a range of water based fire protective coatings for timber that can offer both Class 0 & Class 1 spread of flame and 30 and 60 minutes fire protection. Tested to BS476 parts 6 & 7 and 22 and B/S1/d0 of European Standard Parts EN13823:2002 single burn test (SBI) and EN11925-2: 2002 ignitability.


Zinc Hits Record HeightsThe £80m Sky Plaza is already a focal point of the Leeds skyline. It is also thought to be the biggest zinc cladding project in the U.K. to date. Carey Jones’ design utilised VMZINC’s rainscreen panel system in ANTHRA-ZINC® for the full extent of the north façade. The zinc complements deeply recessed casement windows which are split into horizontal sections every seven floors and met criteria for use of materials with minimal environmental impact.


HMG-Supported Artists Create A Splash At Market Estate Project

Kaba Automatic Door Systems Provide Sophisticated Access To Prestigious Oxfordshire SchoolKaba Door Systems, has provided automatic sliding doors at Headington School, Oxford. Working with Kingerlee Construction, Kaba installed two bi-parting sliding door systems and a telescopic sliding door to a new extension at the prestigious school. The two sets of 6 metre wide Bi-parting sliding doors form the main entrance to the new music room building, the outer door linking into the existing access control and computer systems to ensure the doors can be continually monitored. The inner door has sensor activation and leads through to the main building. Kaba also installed a 5 metre wide telescopic door which leads through to an open air amphitheatre. All the doors have been fitted with Pilkington K glass and are controlled by the industry unique Kaba SLX system.


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