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Fire protection is paramount in anybuilding and architectural ironmongeryplays an essential role in making abuilding compliant. However problemscan occur when certain door furnitureisn’t fitted, incorrect components are

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Getting on top of yourpaperwork willimprove your love life?Estimating building work would notnormally come under the heading of aromantic pursuit; inviting someone on adate to price a job is not likely to get thedesired response. But with ValentinesDay upon us again here at Easy Price Prowe thought maybe you don’t need tojust say it with flowers this year.For many in construction based businessestaking care of the paperwork oftens eatsinto time that could be spent with familyand loved ones. You can find that you arerunning the jobs in the day and behindyour desk in the evening and weekends,

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Metal Guttering – one instant way toadd value and kerb appeal to a property A recent study* from the Federationof Master Builders highlights thatnearly a third of all UK home ownersare looking to carry out work on theirhome in the next three years. Almost 40% of these projects are set tobe major refurbishments, includinghome extensions. The study reveals thathalf of home owners feel their propertyis in urgent need of modernisation toincrease its value.Replacing an inefficient or shabbyguttering system with a new metalone is a great way to increase the valueof a property, a consideration that is

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Timloc introduces next-day deliveryservice on leaded cavity trays

This means that Timloc’s most popularleaded cavity tray systems will bedelivered the next working day fororders placed before 12.00pm, in linewith their core unleaded cavity trayranges.This is for mainland UK ordersonly – excluding Scottish Highlands.The move to improve delivery times andproduct stock levels is a result of thegrowing demand for preformed leadedcavity trays. The new, faster service willbe available on preformed cavity trayssupplied with factory-fitted leadflashing, to suit the most popular roofpitches, and un-leaded trays, suppliedwith a mortar barrier strip to assist ininstallation of post-fitted lead flashing.Timloc’s Technical Director Phil Harveysaid: “More house builders, brickworkcontractors and specifiers are switchingto preformed cavity trays after issuesthat they’ve had to resolve whenprevious DPC methods have failed in theincreasingly severe wet weatherconditions that we continue toexperience. They want to capitalise onthe benefits, convenience andreassurance of preformed cavity trays.”Leaded preformed cavity trays are oneof the most effective forms of DPC,particularly in specific vulnerable areasacross the building, such as externalcavity walls abutting with roofprojections such as extensions, attachedgarages and conservatories. Providing aneffective wall cavity DPC, particularly forpitched roof and forming cornerapplications, is extremely hard and time-consuming to form on site. However,preformed trays give the benefit of a

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Lead flashings can be fitted after thecavity trays have been installed,however this can be hard to do to ensurethat the lead is fitted adequately andeffectively. The quality of finish andaccuracy of site cut to pitch lead is alsovery much dependent on the skill of theperson undertaking this – which canoften result in a poor quality and finish.The installation of separate leadflashings is also often undertaken by aseparate trade person, which addsadditional time and cost to the project. As Timloc’s leaded preformed cavitytrays and lead flashings are installed inone operation by one installer, they offerconsistent protection and aestheticfinish across the project, as well asreducing the opportunity of lead rollmaterial wastage.All production is carried out under theBS EN ISO 9001 Quality ManagementSystem and BS EN ISO 14001Environmental Management Systems.For more information, call 01405765567 or visit www.timloc.co.uk

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Mitsubishi Electric announces its first global,corporate, player sponsorship with the signing ofPGA TOUR, European Tour and Champions Tourgolfer, Miguel Ángel Jiménez as its brandambassador.As part of the agreement, Jiménez, currently the 39thranked player in the Official World Golf Ranking, willwear the Mitsubishi Electric corporate logo on his golfshirt. He’ll wear the logo for the first time in the UnitedStates at the 2015 Mitsubishi Electric Championshipat Hualalai. Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., a corporatesponsor of the PGA TOUR and Champions Tour since2007, is title sponsor of this annual, season-openingChampions Tour event each January.A global engineering and manufacturing companywith major offices in Europe, Asia, China, the U.S. andJapan, Mitsubishi Electric is proud to align itself withJiménez and have him represent the company whileexpanding its support of golf around the world.Jiménez has a global presence, and his highlyrecognizable personality matches Mitsubishi Electric’sobjective to continually improve by applying bothcreativity and discipline to all aspects of its business.“Miguel Ángel Jiménez embodies our goal to alwaysstrive to achieve ‘something better’ as we continue toinnovate and grow,” noted Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc.president and CEO, Kiyoshi Furukawa. “We are verypleased to be affiliated with Miguel. His approach tolife and each accomplishment demonstrates a passion

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Miguel Ángel JiménezA Spanish professional golfer since 1982, Jiménez has21 European Tour titles and one Champions Tour title.Six of his European Tour wins have taken place in Asia.He has played in more than 700 Tour events in hiscareer and has been a Ryder Cup team member onfour occasions. Jiménez holds the record as the oldestwinner on the European Tour at 50 years and 133 days,after winning the Open de España in 2014. MiguelÁngel’s success at the 2014 Greater GwinnettChampionship, presented by Mitsubishi ElectricCooling & Heating, made him the 18th player to winhis Champions Tour debut.

Mitsubishi Electric CorporationWith over 90 years of experience in providing reliable,high-quality products, Mitsubishi ElectricCorporation is a recognized world leader in themanufacture, marketing and sales of electrical andelectronic equipment used in information processingand communications, space development and satellitecommunications, consumer electronics, industrialtechnology, energy, transportation and buildingequipment. Embracing the spirit of its corporatestatement, Changes for the Better, and itsenvironmental statement, Eco Changes, MitsubishiElectric endeavors to be a global, leading greencompany, enriching society with technology. Thecompany recorded consolidated group sales of4,054.3 billion yen (US$ 39.3 billion*) in the fiscalyear ended March 31, 2014.

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NorDan UK Ltd has promoted DanielMcElhinney to regional director in theWishaw office. Daniel becomes theyoungest regional director in the UKteam, but lands the job withconsiderable experience.“Since I joined NorDan 12 years ago atthe age of 17, I have witnessed bigchanges in the company, especially overrecent years. I’ve even heard customerscalling us “The New NorDan”! They arerecognising the changes we have made.We are in the process of building acompany “of the future” in which wehave employed modern apprentices,based on our success on large scaleprojects where community benefits andconsiderate contracting wereparamount.” says Daniel McElhinney(29). “We have seen the “good times” comeand go through the most recent

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Marrmox draws a line under thermalbridging with CPD SeminarAs a respected manufacturer of buildingproducts exhibiting excellent insulation,waterproofing and other characteristics,Marmox is well placed to adviseconstruction professionals on bestpractice: a position given genuinesubstance through the availability of anapproved CPD seminar covering thecrucial subject of cold bridging. The one hour seminar entitled “Part Land Thermal Bridging at the Floor to Walljunction” is comprehensive in itsapproach to a problem that has beenunderlined by changes to the BuildingRegulations, and the introduction ofFabric Energy Efficiency Standards (FEES)into the equation. Marmox is currentlydelivering the Power-Point presentationto architects, housebuilders and otherspecifier groups in order to help themavoid suffering costly penalties in SAPcalculations.

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IKO named Supplier of the YearRoofing and Waterproofing manu-facturer, IKO PLC is extremely pleased tohave been crowned ‘Supplier of the Year’at the Builders Merchants’ News Awardsfor Excellence 2014, which wasannounced on Friday 21st November atan Oscar style award lunch at theLancaster in London. The judges were looking for the supplierthat has done the most to help andsupport their merchant customers. Theychose IKO PLC because of its innovationand involvement in the industry. The judges said of IKO PLC: “This supplieris a great business who is very active inthe industry, and currently looking toraise their profile with a huge amount ofinnovation and full support for builders’merchants.”IKO's many years of experience andhistory of trusted brand names hasprovided them with an excellentunderstanding of the needs ofmerchants.

Sheffield Chamber picks The Fuelcard PeopleSheffield Chamber of Commerce andIndustry has appointed The FuelcardPeople, a Fuel Card Group company, asits preferred fuel cards supplier. TheChamber’s 2,200+ member companiesnow have access to discount diesel andpetrol throughout the UK. RichardWright, Sheffield Chamber executivedirector, said, “We already have a verystrong member benefits portfolio,covering everything from utilities tohealthcare, so any new partner mustmeet high standards. We considered anumber of options before selecting TheFuelcard People. Apart from offeringsignificant savings on fuel costs, theirattitude to personal service isoutstanding.”Sheffield Chamber members can expectto save up to 5p per litre on nationalaverage pump prices for both diesel andpetrol. Their fixed weekly pricing meansdiscount refuelling nationwide, atthousands of easily accessible locations.

North East Builder namedthe best in the UKA NORTH East builder has seen offcompetition from businesses across thecountry to win an industry Oscar.Alnwick-based Stone Homes,Northumberland, beat some of thebiggest names in house building to benamed the UK’s Best Small Builder 2014at the prestigious WhatHouse Awards2014 ceremony in London.The company, which was founded in2001 by husband and wife team Daleand Jo Robinson, has designed and builtsuperior modern country houses acrossNorthumberland, with currentdevelopments at Highmoor, Hepscottand Rennington.Every home it builds is created to abespoke design using only the finestinterior and exterior materials and thecompany employs a team of mastercraftsmen, including carpenters,stonemasons, roofer and tilers.

Inta’s ‘Tour de Taps’ marks 12 strong yearsInta is celebrating 12 successful years inbusiness by revisiting some of its biggest,proudest and quirkiest installationsacross the country.The firm, which introduced its famedanti-scald bathroom product range in2002, has been providing its cool touchtaps and showers to commercial anddomestic markets for more than adecade and remains the market leaderfor anti-scald innovation and education.To mark the firm’s successes, whichinclude its best-selling thermostaticmixing valve (TMV), Intamix, and thedistribution of more than 500,000 anti-scald advice booklets across the UK, Intais embarking upon a ‘Tour de Taps’ andwill return to 12 locations that boast anInta installation over the next 12months.

Toolstation has teamed up withpaint giant Crown Paints tolaunch an exclusive new range ofCrown Contract paints in the newToolstation catalogue 58.

The Crown Contract paint range gives atrade quality finish with excellent coverage.The line-up includes vinyl matt emulsion,undercoat, high gloss and satin, as well as aquick dry water-based satin and gloss.

Toolstation has also further enhanced itsrange of Milwaukee power tools andaccessories. The front cover features a greatvalue Milwaukee Twinpack, includingpercussion combi drill, impact driver, 2 x 4.0

Li-ion batteries, charger and case for only£259.97.

Toolstation has also introduced a new rangeof top quality Stuart Turner shower pumpsand macerators. Established in 1906, StuartTurner's engineering excellence has earnedit a market leading reputation both in theUK and international markets.

There are over 200 new products andhundreds of price reductions in the newcatalogue, including up to 10% off radiators.

To see all the latest prices and new products,pick up the latest Catalogue from one ofToolstation’s 180 plus sales counters acrossthe UK. Branch opening hours are from 7amto 7pm Monday-Saturday & Bank Holidaysand 9am to 4pm Sundays.

Catalogue 58 can also beordered directly on freephone0808 100 7211, on “mobilefriendly” number 0330 333

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Listers end 2014 with a bang!We think it's fair to say thatfor many, 2014 was apromising year. With therecovering economy and thefocus on ways to makehomes more energy efficientever more evident, theindustry has a lot to lookforward to.Of course taking advantage ofthese opportunities is

something that not everyone isequipped to handle but thatcan't be said about Lister TradeFrames of Stoke on Trent.Listers have just completedtheir best ever year withturnover approaching the£11M mark for the first time intheir 38 year history. Allied tothis they have seen an increasein new customers as well as an

impressive customer retentionand general growth percentage."We're very proud of what weachieved in 2014," commentedListers MD Mark Warren, "weinvested a lot of time and effortinto improving how we workedwith our customers and thishas clearly worked for us aswell as our customers."Having already posted a recordyear in 2013, Listers weren'tresting on their laurels and setabout 2014 with even greatervigour and determination. Theyadopted a whole range of newproducts to expand theiralready impressive portfolioand increased their workforceby 11 to cope with the extrademand. "We knew that wehad set ourselves theunenviable task of improvingon 2013 and recognised thatthe only way to do that was bygrowing, not only our offering,but also our staff quota," saidMark "and we're delighted thatall this hard work has paid off."What is particularly impressiveis the fact that even with a

significant monetaryinvestment in tooling for newproducts and the increasedsalaries for the new intake,Listers also posted a 56.3%growth on their profit margins.And Mark was keen to pointout, "this extra revenue isalready being reinvested backinto the business to help usmove even further forwards in2015."Listers are renowned for theirproduct range and theirsupport to the Trade Installerand 2014 saw them once againnominated for two awards forthe 10th consecutive year atthe National Glass & GlazingG-Awards. 2014 also saw themexpand their rapidly growingCommercial Projectsdepartment. Working hand inhand with HousingAssociations and Architects,this fairly young division hasseen a rise of 82% in sales,compared to 2013, which hasbeen an incredible and verywelcome addition.Successful businesses are

this fairly young division hasseen a rise of 82% in sales,compared to 2013, which hasbeen an incredible and verywelcome addition.Successful businesses arecreated by the ability to adaptand change to suit the currenttrends and market activity.Listers clearly showed that in2014 they made all the rightmoves at all the right times. Itis already evident that theyhave big plans for 2015 and itwill be interesting to see howthey can improve on theirrecord breaking year in 2014.When pressed for an insightinto what 2015 holds in storefor Listers, Mark simplyremarked, "a lot more hardwork!".

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Efficient structural stabilisation enablesadjacent demolition to proceedA growing use for Helifix masonryreinforcement systems is to stabiliseexisting buildings during a newconstruction phase or a significantrestoration, enabling major structuralworks to be undertaken safely and cost-effectively. Some of the more commonrequirements are: to allow the removaland replacement of significant structuralelements; to reinforce against heavydrilling or piling vibrations; to enable thecreation of new openings and reduce theloadings on other elements; to open upwork space by reducing or eliminatingthe need for traditional temporarymechanical props; to reinforce partywalls during demolition anddevelopment of neighbouring properties.A recent project in Williamson Square,Liverpool, is a good example of the lastapplication. A number of dilapidatedVictorian three storey buildings were tobe demolished to make way for somenew retail units.

At Last, Architects have the freedom to designSYTEX UK based at their Surrey factorymanufacture lightweight FoamStonearchitectural profiles. With the look andtouch of stone, SYTEX produce 2400mmlengths plus any custom shape. BBA tested,FoamStone is used in both commercial anddomestic applications. Due to thelightweight structure of FoamStone, makingit easy to handle, architects are finding anew freedom when it comes to designallowing them to design modern structureswithout the weight issues and concerns thatare usually associated with conventionalstone. SYTEX FoamStone has changed theconstruction industry by bringing affordabledesign back into architecture. As analternative to heavyweight, costly stoneproducts, SYTEX UK provides the idealsolution to architects and developers lookingto improve the external appearance ofproperties by applying it to timberconstruction, external render orconventional build either during or afterconstruction.

Mould Growth - condensationOnce again the Condensation Season isupon us and with it will come theinevitable complaint of Mould Growth.MGC’s Mould Eradication Kit has beensupplied and successfully used by LocalAuthorities, Housing Associations,Private Landlords and homeowners forover 30 years for solving mouldproblems.The kit contains everything required totreat mould with sufficient product fortreatment of 10-12m². All materials arewater based and approved for bothamateur and professional use underCOPR by the Health and SafetyExecutive. The Mould Eradication Kit iseconomical to use and proven over 30years as highly successful in solvingmould problems, even in severecondensation situations.For full information and a literaturepack call Freephone 0800 285 1624 oremail [email protected]

Rinnai training coursesupdated for 2015Rinnai UK’s 2015 programmeof CIBSE/CPD training modulesis designed to assist decisionmaking and understanding ofthe different messages facedby today’s consultants,engineers, installers anddesigners.The tailor-made Rinnai coursesoffer an opportunity to explore, firsthand, the practical and energysaving benefits of continuous flowgas fired water heating. Thecompany has now announced itstraining course line-up for 2015which includes nine modules:Rinnai product overview;Continuous flow and the future ofwater heating; Intermediate waterheater; Continuous flow -Excellence in design; Service andfault diagnostics (Water heaters);Service and fault diagnostics(Energy saver warm air units);Understanding ACOP L8 and hotwater design; MaximisingRenewable gain in hot water design;and, Continuous flow as ainnovative method of satisfying

energy and regulatory demands.The courses, designed by RinnaiUK’s Technical and ComplianceOfficer Ian Jenkins, have alreadyattracted praise from CPD. Forexample, it says of the ContinuousFlow Water Heating System Sizingand Design course in an appraisal:“The course delivers what itoutlines and is well constructed.”To deliver consistency, Rinnai hasinvested in a successfulcombination of fully equippedtraining facilities as well as offeringCPD courses supported by a mobiletraining vehicle. Courses can also bedelivered in lunch time bite-sizeformat. The training events, which areaimed at M&E consultants andspecifiers, design and buildengineers, facilities managers andgas engineer contractors, coverboth traditional and newtechnologies for commercial waterheating and highlight theconsiderable energy and monetarysavings that can be achieved byutilisation of a continuous flow hot

water system. The courses, whichcan be as short as an hour or up toa whole day seminar, look in depthat new technologies that can realisecurrent and future energy savingstargets. “Our training facility vehicleand CPD training courses ensure keymarket personnel at all levels canbenefit from nationwide trainingfrom our highly skilled team oftechnical experts, ensuring they areup to speed with changes inlegislation and productdevelopments,” says Chris Goggin,Rinnai UK Associate Director. Allspeakers on the Rinnai CIBSE/CPDcertified courses are highlyexperienced in their specialist fieldswith relevant professionalqualifications. Courses can bearranged to suit individualrequirements. For example, they areavailable at Rinnai’s Runcorn,Cheshire HQ in its dedicatedtraining facility or if preferred, Rinnaiwill take the module to theworkplace or other venueconvenient to delegates.For more information contactService Manager Ian Jenkins on+44 (0) 1928 531 870 or [email protected]

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Stixall Rapid 30Stixall Rapid 30 is a new two componenthybrid polymer adhesive from Everbuildwith ultra-quick curing properties –setting hard in just 30 minutes.Curing by chemical reaction, StixallRapid 30 is ideal forbonding two non-porous substrates,living up to the Stixallname by bondingmost commonsubstrates. Theinstant grabproperties make itideal for use generalbonding in thebuilding industry andsealing floor and walljoints with moderatemovement require-ments, and the most demanding ofapplications including bonding in carbody, coach and container assembly. Stixall Rapid 30 is Isocyanate, siliconeand halogen free and has excellentadhesion to most constructionsubstrates. It is also resistant tochemicals, non-staining andtemperature resistant from -40° -100°C.Available in 380ml cartridges, each boxof two contains four mixer nozzlescomplete with extender. The nozzles arealso available separately in a handy packof six.

MGC Stain blockSeals in troublesome stains and preventsthem bleeding through and spoiling newdecorations.MGC Stain Block is a water based whiteblocking primer which has excellentadhesion and can be used on mostsurfaces.

MGC Stain Block seals all types of stainsincluding:• Water mark stains• Smoke damage• Mould stains• Nicotine• Tide marks• Cooking stains• GraffitiMGC Stain Block is touch dry in 30minutes, is low odour and can be used oninterior or exterior surfaces.For full information and a literaturepack call Freephone 0800 285 1624 oremail [email protected]

Unique to Siroflex Ltd, SX MightyStrength Grip & Grab Adhesive is anincredible instant grab adhesive basedon MS polymer technology. It has initialbond strength which is double that ofmost other grab adhesives. It bondsheavy objects to vertical surfacesimmediately without slippage orsupport making it an excellentalternative fixing adhesive that replacesnails, screws and other mechanicalfixings. It is also solvent free, curesquickly and is water, frost and heatresistant. The product will even bond todamp or wet surfaces making it suitablefor external as well as internalapplications. It has excellent adhesionto most building substrates includingwood, natural stone, mirrors, concrete,metal, mortar, bricks, gypsum and glass.We are currently offering a unique POSdisplay stand FREE of charge with aninitial stock order.

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The ideal kitchen andbathroom solution Crown Trade Steracryl MouldInhibiting Paint Crown Trade Steracryl Mould InhibitingPaint’s new smaller pack means you candeliver targeted protection for areas suchas kitchens and bathrooms to preventsteam and moisture taking their toll –whatever the size of the project. A new2.5 litre pack size joins the existing 5 litrecontainer, helping you to take advantageof opportunities in the marketplace asthe colder weather starts to draw in. Thepaint is the ideal choice to tackle areasthat can be subjected to condensationand mould during cooler weather, suchas kitchens and bathrooms. It’s the rightpaint for the job as the condensationseason starts to set in around autumntime, when properties can be affected byadditional water around window andwall areas as temperatures start to drop,usually in October.


Sandtex Trade – Leading The Way In Colour Decorating professionals looking tointroduce inspiring colours for outdoorprojects can turn to Sandtex Trade for awide range of shades – and exceptionaldurability to ensure a long lasting finish. Sandtex Trade shades are now included inthe Crown Trade Colour Collection fandeck- showing the sheer variety of colourfuloptions available.The fandeck displays the full spectrum ofshades available across the range ofmasonry and trim products, all placed incolour families.Sharon Smith, Sandtex Trade BrandManager, said: “Colour used outdoors canachieve a stunning impact and there aremany shades available across our productrange to create a superb finish.“We hope to inspire greater use of colourfor masonry paint projects and promotethe benefits of creative choices acrosscommercial, industrial and domesticprojects.”


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Rising damp is a problem that can potentially affect all buildings, particularly older ones, causing unsightly and costly damage. The SikaMur® Damp Proofi ng System is a highly effective solution to this rising problem.

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DECORATIVE RENDER FINISHES – THE WEBER WAY

It’s a cover upA concealer is withoutquestion a girl’s best friend –just a little expert cosmeticapplication hides shadows,blemishes and breakouts.Saint-Gobain Weber’sflexirend highbuild works inmuch the same way – and itdoesn’t wash off!

Perfect for new and old surfacesthis decorative and protectiveresin-based render coatingprovides a high quality, flawlessweather resistant finish thatcan be applied to exterior andinterior surfaces.Flexirend highbuild is versatileenough for use on almost anysurface provided that it issuitably smooth and flat toachieve a durable andconsistent finish. It can be textured to a varietyof designs and is available in arange of six traditional colours– samples on request.An additional benefit is thatWeber flexirend highbuild has a

degree of flexibility to cope withthe natural movementassociated with framed, timberor sheathing board substrates.

Where can you use it?Externally flexirend highbuildcan be used on traditionalcement rendering; on fair-facedconcrete; to sound existingexterior grade paint and toexterior grade composition andcement boards. Internallyflexirend highbuild can beapplied to gypsum finishingplasters and to dry lining andinsulation boards. In principle, ifthe surface is smooth and flat,flexirend highbuild is the answer

– it’s great for refurbishmentschemes and extension workand ideal for concealing surfaceblemishes.

Will it last?Flexirend highbuild isexceptionally durable andprovides a high performanceweather resistant coatingwhich allows the substrate tobreathe. It also containsbiocide to inhibit organicgrowth so it will look better forlonger. This render finish hasbeen assessed by the BritishBoard of Agrément (BBA) andunder normal conditions willperform satisfactorily for 15years or more.

Applicationflexirend highbuild can betextured to a variety of designsand is suitable for a choice ofapplication methods. It isusually applied by hawk andtrowel but some will preferroller or spray application.Whatever the method chosen,an even coat of 1-2mmthickness must be applied anda flowing edge maintained.Flexirend highbuild willnormally be surface dry withinseveral hours and through-drywithin 24-72 hours, dependingon conditions. Goodventilation is necessary

throughout this period.

Visit www.weberfinalfinish.co.uk for short ‘How To’ videosthat illustrate the best-practiceapplication of flexirendhighbuild and other Weberrenders and decorative finishes.Weber flexirend highbuild isproduced in factory controlledconditions to provide productquality and consistency. It issupplied ready-mixed in 15kgbuckets which will cover 6m² ofsurface area.

All you need to knowIf you haven’t alreadydiscovered the weber.app youare missing out. It’s free ofcharge and can be downloadedin seconds from the iTunes Appstore and Google Play. The Appfeatures all the products in theWeber portfolio with helpful‘How To’ videos. Technical data,product features and benefitsas well as a handyConsumption Calculator and aFind a Stockist facility arefeatured. It’s one of the mostpractical and trouble free waysof finding product informationand selecting the right productfor the job. www.netweber.co.uk/weberapp

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Sikaflex EBT+ is a flexible solution from SikaEverbuild, combining the properties of an adhesivewith a sealant and filler to deliver an all in oneproduct that can be used on most materials includingconcrete, brick, mortar, wood and metal.

Permanently flexible and water resistant, Sikaflex EBT+ can beused both internally and externally combining strong bond, highgrab and non-sagging qualities to ensure it will deliver a securefix to stand the test of time. These exceptional qualities elim-inate the need for most mechanical fixings from an adhesiveperspective, and due to its flexibility will not de-bond.

As a filler, Sikaflex EBT+ is resistant to shock and impact so itwill never fall out, whilst its resistance to vibration, extremetemperature change and the effects of ageing make it an idealsealer. Sikaflex EBT+ is available in a variety of colours, beige, black,brown, grey and white along with a new clear version whichquickly cures to a translucent finish, making it ideal to use onprojects where there is a need to maintain a spotless aestheticappearance.

For further information on Sikaflex EBT+ or any productfrom the Sika Everbuild range, visit www.everbuild.co.uk,contact your local Sika Everbuild sales representative orcall the Sika Everbuild sales office on 0113 240 2424.

SIKAFLEX EBT+Apply Once –Job Done withCaulk Once and Fill OnceCaulk Once and Fill Once are thelatest products to take centre stageat Everbuild Building Products.Created using the very latesttechnology, the Caulk Once and FillOnce double act set a new standardin decorating fillers. Caulk Once is a premium qualityacrylic caulk which has beenformulated to outperform all otherconventional decorating caulks usingan advanced high quality polymer.Offering superior adhesion, low shrinkand outstanding flexibility, Caulk Onceis a durable, longer lasting productthat will cope with joint movementover time, so you won’t find yourselfreplacing it after only a few years.Fill Once is a ready mixed filler createdwith Expanded Micro-SphereTechnology (EMT) making it theperfect product to use for filling anysized hole in just one application. FillOnce gives an ultra-smooth, fine finishwith no shrinkage, fills up to 75mm in

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Gear up for winter redecoration with Crown Trade Timonox Flame Retardant CoatingsIf you are decorating interiorpublic spaces over winter, CrownTrade Timonox Flame RetardantCoatings can play a crucial role insupporting fire safety in thebuilding.The system reduces the risk of fire spreadon walls and ceilings, where multiplelayers of conventional paint can create aflammable surface if they have built-upover many years.This means that, when applied on thewalls and ceilings of corridors, stairwellsand other communal areas that formpart of a circulation area or fire escaperoute Crown Trade Timonox can helpprovide additional time for a building tobe safely evacuated.It’s the ideal solution for public buildingssuch as hotels, school and collegecorridors, as well as social housingcommunal areas.Debbie Orr, Marketing Manager at CrownPaints, said: “Crown Trade Timonox FlameRetardant Coatings work by limiting theoxygen around the flames through therelease of non-combustible gases, and by

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New designs in flat roof windows have been long overdue. The FAKROrange has filled this gap in the market by providing sleek PVC windowprofiles which are ideal for use in any room or environment.

Enhanced energy efficiency has beenachieved through use of multi-chamberframes filled with polystyrene insulationwhich achieves a standard surpassingthat of any other manufacturer. Thequadruple-glazed DEF U8, for example,has an installed U-value of 0.76 W/m2K(EN1873) while the domed DEC U8 iseven more impressive at 0.55 W/m2K.Type F standard roof windows have a6mm toughened glass outer and a P2Aanti-burglary laminated inner panewhile Type C windows have a durableclear or opaque polycarbonate dome.Products have a white interior PVCsurface and a glazing area up to 16%

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Discerning home owners, buildersand developers are fast realising theadvantages of Conservationrooflights. More and more frequentlythey are being specified as analternative to modern lookingrooflights. Their Victorian style appearance isparticularly suitable in all types ofprojects but real benefits can be gainedby fitting them in to traditionalbuildings and especially those that arelisted or situated in a Conservation Area.Because their design is based uponproducts that were originally made overa century ago they look just right in

many buildings where a later version isperhaps not in keeping. Modernrooflights are often made from a singlepane of glass with a very slim outerframe and perhaps a similar openinglight. In the past this isn’t how rooflightswere made and so the appearance isperhaps not entirely right for theproperty being renovated.The main advantage of Conservationrooflights is their low profile. Unlikeother rooflights or skylights which canlook ‘shoe box like’ on a pitched roof.Conservation rooflights are fitted flushwith the tile or slate, if added correctlythey do not detract from the

appearance of your property. Their maindistinguishing feature is the ‘T Bar’ downthe centre of the window pane (in thetwo pane version, three panes areavailable) which is taken from theoriginal pattern, this adds to theircharacter giving a certain specific‘charm’!Clement have a range of Conservationrooflights which are competitivelypriced and are available from stock.Bespoke sizes are also offered which canbe essential if you live in a listedbuilding where you need to replace likefor like. Clement Windows Limited afamily owned company, specialise in the

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Kent housing development ‘ThePoppies’ benefits from Zeeland SlatesZeeland fibre cement slates fromCembrit have been installed on aninteresting development in Kent, whichsees the natural appearance of the slatecomplement the external weatherboardand brick finish. Built by Hillreed Homes,the two, three, four and five bedroomproperties form part of ‘The Poppies’, ahousing community in Kings Hill, WestMalling. ‘The Poppies’ is a residentialdevelopment located within closeproximity to the Kings Hill village green,cricket ground and local golf course. Theproject boasts excellent transport linksinto London, whilst remaining a tranquilliving space. ‘The Poppies’ developmentalso consists of retail outlets, a schooland leisure facilities. Kent-basedcontractors, Russell and Russell Roofingspecified blue/black Zeeland slates toprovide an attractive finish to theresidential properties.

Roofshield is top of the class D. Harkin & Co from L’Derry used1500m2 of Roofshield breathermembrane for the recent roofrefurbishment of the Lynn Library atQueens University in Belfast, whichrequired major restoration of theinsulation, membrane and slate finish.Roofshield, supplied by the A. ProctorGroup, is the best performing breathermembrane on the market - it has thehighest vapour permeability of anyroofing membrane, and is also airpermeable. Due to the exceptionalperformance of the membrane,Roofshield remains fully BBA & NHBCcompliant, in both warm & cold roofs,without the need for vents or a VCL. As aresult of these savings, Roofshielddemonstrates that increasedperformance need not increase cost.For further information related to the A.Proctor Group’s Roofshield or any oftheir other product ranges, please visitwww.proctorgroup.com

Sika Sarnafil registerdcontractor Raynor RoofingA residential roofing project at TheQuayside Marina Development nearCarnoustie has been fitted with a newSarnafil single ply system and wonDundee-based contractor RaynorRoofing a National Federation of RoofingContractors award. The NFRC ScottishRoofing Contractor of the Year Awards2014, sponsored by SIG, has become anindustry-wide competition thatrecognises and rewards outstandingstandards of workmanship and safetywithin the roofing industry. Sika Sarnafilcontractor Raynor Roofing was singledout as the outright winner in the singleply category from a large number ofbuilding projects submitted from acrossScotland. The award was given for theteam’s outstanding standards ofworkmanship and technical expertiseachieved during a challenging new-buildresidential project in Barry, nearCarnoustie.

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Lumen launches innovative newconservation rooflightLumen Rooflight has launched itsinnovative new Conservation roof light,designed to eliminate condensationissues so often associated with steelframed products.The new design features twin timberlinings made from Accoya® wood, whichis renowned for its durability, stabilityand sustainability. The roof light alsoincorporates a single panel of highperforming Pilkington Activ self cleanglass, with a warm edge spacer. The new improved Lumen ConservationRoof light provides industry-leadingperformance for a steel roof light with aU-value of just 1.6. The Conservationroof light still boasts a slender steelexternal frame, and with its incrediblylow profile, is ideal for installation in anyproject but especially period properties,listed buildings, barn conversions, orareas where flushing fitting glazing isrequired.

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SIGA Slate specified toreplicate local slateExclusively chosen to replicate slate thatwas once quarried locally in North Wales,SIGA slate has been used to adorn CwrtGloddaeth - a private residentialretirement new build development inLlandudno which is adjacent toSnowdonia National Park. Specified byarchitects, The Planning Bureau Limited,for McCarthy & Stone RetirementLifestyles Ltd based in Altrincham,Cheshire - part of the McCarthy andStone Group - approximately 29,000SIGA 32 Specification slates feature onthe 1,500m2 roof area of CwrtGloddaeth, providing a total of 44 oneand two bedroom retirementapartments. SIGA slates were specifiedas their North Wales origins bestreplicate the original and extinctFfestiniog slate both in texture andcolour. The Local Authority acceptedSIGA 32 in light of its approval bySnowdonia National Park.


Essential Insulation LiteratureNow AvailableThe 2015 HEXATHERM ThermalInsulation Brochure is now available fromCellecta. HEXATHERM is a proven rangeof insulation boards engineered fordomestic, commercial and industrialapplications, featuring BM TRADA QMark certification. Benefits of the rangeinclude high compressive strength, lowwater absorption and excellent life-longthermal performance, making them idealfor floors, roofs, basements andswimming pools. Available in a multitudeof thickness’s (20-160mm) and strengthgrades (250-700kPa), HEXATHERMboards can meet exact projectrequirements. 9,000m2 of Cellecta’sHEXATHERM XFLOOR 500 was recentlyinstalled into a major universitydevelopment in Bournemouth’s towncentre, in addition to hundreds of otherprojects nationwide.


Rod Glen joins Mark Kelly inGlasgow at Metrotile Area sales manager Rod Glen has joinedlightweight steel roofing firm MetrotileUK, with the aim of helping to continuethe company’s 30 per cent growth from2014 into 2015. More than half ofMetrotile UK’s growth last year, 18.3 percent in all, came in Scotland, NorthernIreland and the north of England, underthe eye of Glasgow-based regionaldirector Mark Kelly. Scotland is targetedas an area of major continued expansionand Mr Glen, based in Stirling, willmanage the company’s sales throughoutthe country. He said that crucial tofuture success in Scotland will be forgingrelationships with architects and otherbuilding professionals, to grow awarenesswithin the construction industry of thebenefits of lightweight steel roof tiles asan alternative to clay. It promises to bea busy year for the married father-of-three who lives in Cambusbarron.


Pro-viding means to help creativearchitecture win design prize A development in a World Heritage site,which combined ‘gutsy contemporary’additions among listed buildings, haswon a major architectural design award.Advocates Close, in Edinburgh’s OldTown, has attained the 2014 RIASAndrew Doolan Best Building in ScotlandPrize. Much of the new, mixed usescheme is now roofed with Protan singleply membrane, because of its flexibilityto accommodate roof types whilstdelivering the quality required for theprestige project.Several of the new and refurbished listedbuildings feature warm roofs createdfrom Protan G single ply membrane forballasted roofs laid over Protan VB250vapour control layer, Protan AMmembrane, and Protan F2B protectionfleece, installed by Curtis Moore for maincontractor Interserve.


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The benefits of Layher’sKeder XL temporary roofingsystem have beenhighlighted via a majorproject in central Londonundertaken by contractorLondon Network ScaffoldingLtd (LNS). The installation, at the SwedishEmbassy in Marylebone, hasseen the Layher system provideclear-cut benefits for the roof

refurbishment work that hasbeen at the heart of the project,which also highlights theseparate advantages associatedwith Layher Protect screeningsystems.Installed in an L-shapedconfiguration to follow the planof the building, the Keder XLroofing system was positionedon top of a ground-basedsupport scaffold. Comprising aseries of aluminium rails fixedto trusses installed across thefull roof span, the Keder XLdesign benefits fromtranslucent sheets which areslid over the apex and fixed intoposition in each bay. Thisprovides a visually excellentresult as well as a clear,naturally-lit workingenvironment within. Import-antly, the roofing system can beassembled without the need fora crane – of particular note inlocations such as centralLondon, as is the case here. “Our installation of the LayherKeder XL system was ideal forthe work at site which includedthe removal and replacementof the roof and insulation, and






IKOslate, a real ‘hit’ withKingswood Golf ClubTired of golf balls damaging the slates onthe main golf club house roof, owners ofKingswood Golf Club in Surrey choseIKOslate composite roof tiles for thepitched roof of ‘The Lodge’, a new wingto the club situated on the edge of thecourse by the 18th hole. IKOslate notonly met local planning criteria but alsoreplicated the traditional slate tiles of theexisting buildings whilst providing arobust, sustainable alternative to slate,which is golf ball proof!The Lodge, a double storey building,features 18 contemporary bedrooms anda new Pro Shop, which links the existingclub house with the new hotel. Thespecifier, Independent Architects, chosethe IKOslate tile in order to reduce theneed for replacement tiles as well as tomeet the local planning criteria for a tilethat matched the appearance of thesurrounding buildings.

Morley Court Roof Garden,Plymouth is ‘highly commended’The Morley Court Roof Garden project inPlymouth, has been ‘highly commended’in the ‘Best Community Project’ categoryby judges of this year’s AbercrombieAwards. IKO PLC was responsible for thedesign and installation of the newwaterproofing system for the roof garden,after the existing one failed.Morley Court consists of a series of shopsat street level and blocks of flats built inthe 1960’s and 70’s. The complexincorporates a covered car parking areaand a much under utilised communal roofgarden. Over time the roof garden hadsuffered degradation of the waterproofinglayer. An insufficient gap between pavingslabs and substrate, and rusted rainwatergullies had lead to water penetration fromthe terrace into the car parking level.Ponding was also prevalent after heavyrain and the painted steel guarding hasbeen affixed directly through the parapetwall, leading to failures in the render dueto freeze – thaw action.

Sika investment receivesroyal seal of approvalSika’s new £2.5million research anddevelopment center in Preston, UK, wasopened on 26 November, 2014 by HRHDuke of Kent in an official ceremony tomark the occasion.Following the acquisition of LiquidPlastics and Incorez in 2009, Sika hascontinued to invest in this area of itsbusiness to support the development oftechnologically advanced liquid roofingmembranes and new developments in itsproduct technologies - such as the lowsolvent iCure range. From its Preston sitein the North West of England, Sikaexports these products all over the worldand is leading the field in liquid roofwaterproofing.“Our aim is to develop a Center ofExcellence in liquid roofing at our newR&D Center in the UK,” comments JanJenisch, Sika CEO.

An Eco home with help fromKnauf InsulationKnauf Insulation’s innovative ThermoShell®Internal Wall Insulation (IWI) system hasbeen installed to a terraced cottage built in1893, as part of a Green Deal projectundertaken by one of Knauf Insulation’sapproved installers, Energy Friend. ColinRobinson, CEO of Energy Friend – a companythat can provide homeowners, tenants,landlords and businesses with solutions andexpertise to help bring down the cost ofenergy bills – assessed his own home underthe Green Deal at the end of 2013 andbegan work on his property at the beginningof 2014. As the 19th century property isconstructed from solid walls, Colin had theoption of upgrading the property byinstalling either an External Wall Insulationsystem or an Internal Wall Insulation system.With the front of the house portraying aperiod aesthetic, Colin did not want to alterthe exterior. Therefore, Knauf Insulation’sThermo Shell Internal Wall Insulation systemwas specified for this project thanks to itsexcellent thermal conductivity, sustainablemanufacturing process and 25-year

the fitting of a newweatherproof membrane,”comments Gary Flynn,Managing Director at LNS. Hiscompany was appointed bySwedish roofing contractor,HAGMANS TAK, who wereoperating on behalf ofRotgruppen and StatensFastighetsverk – The NationalProperty Board of Sweden andowners of the SwedishEmbassy.LNS also installed a hoistsystem at one gable end tomove both men and materialsto the working roof height –access from which was simplyachieved by creating anopening in the roof systemsheeting. “At street level, we enclosed the

hoist mechanism with a secondLayher installation, this timeusing its Protect system,”continues Gary Flynn.“Featuring a lightweightaluminium frame, infilled withsteel sheets, a complete skinwas created around the hoistbase to fulfil both securityneeds – access was only via alockable door – and to providea flat surface which was idealfor site advertising displays.” “The speed and simplicity oferection that is at the heart ofour Keder XL system wereclearly demonstrated throughLNS’s involvement with theSwedish Embassy,” commentsSean Pike, Layher’s UKManaging Director. “In anextremely busy central city

location such as this, theadvantages of the erectionmethod are clear-cut while, forthe workforce undertaking theroof refurbishment work, thebenefits of the well-litenvironment are self-evident,with the in-built weatherprotection a key factor given thevagaries of the British climate. “We are delighted to have beenable to work with Gary Flynnand his team at LNS to designand provide the optimumsystems for the refurbishmentjob in question. The installationclearly demonstrates the skillsof the contractor and the majoradvantages associated with ourproducts – all coming togetheron a highly prestigious andimportant building,” adds SeanPike.

The Protect System from Layher was used by London NetworkScaffolding Ltd. to enclose the hoist mechanism at ground levelused during roof refurbishment work at the Swedish Embassy inLondon.

The Layher Keder XL temp-orary roofing system,installed by London NetworkScaffolding Ltd., during roofrefurbishment work at theSwedish Embassy in London.

The Layher Keder XL temporaryroofing system, installed duringroof refurbishment at theSwedish Embassy in London,provides a clear, naturally-litworking environment.

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As part of a major refurbishmentscheme, SHA employed jmarchitectsand Alumasc registered installers CCG,to design and implement a series ofimprovements to 48 flats, including anexternal wall insulation (EWI) system,which was supplied by Alumasc. The 5-storey building, originally ofstandard brick construction withexposed concrete slabs and a 50mmcavity wall with no insulation, sufferedfrom a number of problems. GavinMcNab of jmarchitects, explains further: “The properties in St Andrew’s Crescentexperience considerable damp andmould problems as well as high heatingcosts, particularly on the northelevation. Previous attempts by bothtenants and building owners toeradicate the problems, throughmeasures such as ventilation, hadn’tproved successful.”Alumasc’s Swisslab external wallinsulation system was specified as it is aproven solution for overcladdingexisting properties, with a track recordnearing 30 years. The Swisslab systemeradicated the mould and dampness,whilst improving energy efficiency,boosting thermal performance andimproving the overall aesthetics of thescheme. The installation was carried out quicklyand efficiently requiring nodisplacement of residents throughoutthe works.As a result of the refurbishment,residents have benefited from warmer

and more attractive homes, with U-values now at 0.24W/m2k compared tothe previous 1.63W/m2k The project was nominated for theprestigious RICS Scotland Award in theRegeneration and Residential categoriesand for a Glasgow Institute of Architects(GIA) Design Award in the Residentialcategory. In addition, St Andrew’s Crescent wasalso nominated for a Scottish Civic Trust“My Place” Award. These awards are anational celebration of good localdesign and conservation and arenominated by local people. The awards aim to identify projects orbuildings that have had a positiveimpact in a local neighbourhood andhave delivered positive benefits to thecommunity.CCG installed 3,500m2 of Alumasc’sSwisslab External Wall Insulation with130mm EPS Insulation to all elevations.The scheme was finished withAlumasc’s Silkolitt silicone render, incream/off white.Alumasc EWI systems are BBAapproved, fully warranted and areavailable with a range of design andspecification options, across manybuilding types.

For more information, please visitwww.alumascfacades.co.uk or callAlumasc on 03335 771 700.

Alumasc External Wall InsulationTransforms Glasgow Housing Scheme

St Andrew’s Crescent is a 1970’s social housing development ownedby Southside Housing Association (SHA), in the Pollokshields areaof Glasgow, which has undergone recent refurbishment includingExternal Wall Insulation (EWI) supplied by Alumasc.


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Yeoman Rainguard’s XL Aluminium rainwater systems“We were impressed by whatwe saw on the Rainguardexhibition stand and we werecertainly attracted to the XLAluminium range because of itstraditional appearance whichwas ideal for the style of housewe were building.” ExplainedMr Dunnett.XL Aluminium 75mm diameterdownpipes along with 125 x100mm MOG gutters, finishedin a Black textured polyester

powder coating, were installedon the property. The powdercoating finish ensures that thepipes and guttering will offeryears of maintenance freeservice and will not besusceptible to colour bleaching.Style was not the only criteriaon the shopping list. An easy toinstall rainwater system wasalso a consideration on thisnew build project. The XLAluminium gutters with the

push fix joint technology,requiring no mechanical fixing,are easy to fit helping to speedup the installation time.Choosing the XL Aluminiumrange will also get the thumbsup when considering theenvironment. 95% of thematerials used to manufacturethe gutters and downpipes arerecyclable making it anecologically sound choice forany building scheme.

Yeoman Rainguard can offerfree services to their customerssuch as samples, site surveysand take offs from architectdrawings, helping clients tomake an informed choice whenit comes to purchasing theright rainwater system for theirparticular needs.“We found the customerservice offered by YeomanRainguard faultless and havebeen so pleased with the

products and services that weare going to use them again onour next building projectBroomhill Cottage.” ConcludedMr Dunnett.For more information on the

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The owners of the home, David Dunnett & Geoff Wainwright, originally saw Yeoman Rainguardrainwater systems at a London building exhibition.


Howarth Timbermakes waves atMercia Marina

Thermally treatedredwood cladding anddecking from HowarthTimber and BuildingSupplies has been

installed at Mercia Marinain Derbyshire, to create astunning finish whichremains in keeping withthe natural surroundings

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The marina, in Willington, is Europe’slargest inland marina and boasts aplethora of biodiversity and wildlife.Howarth’s cladding and deckingtherefore suits the surrounding naturalenvironment whilst ensuring a sleekappearance in its high profile location.The high quality Thermo-D cladding,which was installed at The Boardwalk -

the marina’s retail accommodation - co-ordinates aesthetically with thethermally treated redwood deckingwhich was also selected for the marina.The Boardwalk boasts a bar andrestaurant in which customers can wineand dine, along with a farm shop and ahost of boutique retailers.Not only was the premium thermally

treated redwood chosen for its aestheticproperties, it was also specified due tothe lack of use of chemicals duringproduction, which enhances theenvironmental qualities of the building.It was also bespoke to the project,having been UV treated and thenbrushed to reveal the grain.Further benefits of the cladding and

decking include its ability to maintainthe same size and shape, its durability,stability and strength. The timber is PEFCcertified has a decreased risk of mouldand improved thermal and hygienequalities.Along with this, the timber offersimproved wood preservation andweather resistance and can be painted,stained and fire treated to class 0.Robert Neff, partner and generalmanager at Mercia Marina, said: “To suitthe location, we very much wanted awood cladding that would maintain itsnatural word colour and be robust. TheHowarth Timber wood we used promisesboth. The building is now a landmark inSouth Derbyshire and looks fantastic.”Phil Barman of Howarth Timber, said:“Timber cladding and decking isincreasingly being specified by localauthorities, architects and developers,largely in part for its environmentalcredentials, but also for its ease ofworking, natural beauty, performanceand competitive price.“Timber is one building material that hasunrivalled pedigree for use inconstruction, which is why timber is anideal choice for use as an externalcladding and decking.”

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New Emergency Flood Kit, from Stuart TurnerWeather forecasters are predicting a wetwinter to come this year and withstatistics showing flood damage in theUK has increased year on year since2000, unfortunately the need for peopleto protect their property from flooddamage grows year on year too.There are many products on the marketand means with which to prevent floodwater from entering the property, suchas air brick covers and door barriers butwhat if the unthinkable happens? We’veall seen the pictures of people moppingout, trying to save their possessions orbusinesses unable to operate becausewater managed to penetrate theirpremises. The new flood kit from StuartTurner is simple yet very effective andcould help minimise any damage fromthe potential risk of rising water, makingit ideal for an emergency flood situation.

Clark-Drain launches economicalB125 block slot drainage channelNew product design adds weight to the“Class A15 Debate” over domesticdriveways. Drainage product and access coverleader, Clark-Drain, has launched theCD 430 a new CE marked block slotchannel made from 100% recycledpolypropylene which is fully certified toLoad Class B125 BS EN 1433 for blockpaving and Load Class C250 BS EN 1433for concrete. Clark-Drain believes that the CD 430 isessential to domestic drivewayapplications because it offers a morerobust and durable solution to the ClassA15 block slot drainage channels ofteninstalled and answers the question overtheir suitability to manage theincreasing loads of present-day cars andvans. Clark-Drain believes that thereneeds to be a wider debate about whereA15 products are currently being used.

Roof pipe reline from Lanes giveslisted town hall rain protectionLanes Group engineers have helpedprotect Llanelli's grade II listed town hallafter leaks in the roof and a drainage pipecaused serious damage inside the 120-year-old building.A team from the Lanes depot in Cardiffsurveyed roof downpipes, and relinedone of them after it was found to becracked, allowing water to get into thebuilding. The imposing Victorian townhall, built between 1892 and 1896, isused for council offices, public meetings,and to hold civic weddings.



Harmer Drainage Solution ForSalford Student AccomodationHarmer Stainless Steel Spa Channels from Alumasc, have been chosento provide a robust drainage solution for stylish new studentaccomodation in Salford.

Development of the £3million studentblock, X1 Chapel Street, wasundertaken by Bardsley Constructionon behalf of X1 Developments and wascompleted in September 2014.Situated on the busy Chapel Street inSalford city centre, the new building isfive stories high, housing 102 studentapartments, three self-contained studioapartments and four self-containedlive/work units, along with a residents’gymnasium and retail space.Contracted merchant suppliers, BSSIndustrial in Manchester, supplied over50 linear metres of Alumasc’s bespokestainless steel spa channels forbathrooms across the entire project,following the failure of a previoussupplier to deliver a successful solution.The channels were installed byspecialist contractor Lorne Stewart.The project is one of the UK’s firstinstallations of the new HarmerStainless Steel Floor Drainage range,which was recently added to Alumasc’salready extensive portfolio of drainagesolutions for the construction industry.Pete Wainer, Area Sales Manager atAlumasc Rainwater & Drainage,comments:“The project was in need of acompletely bespoke solution and hadalready suffered problems withprevious suppliers. Harmer was invitedto manufacture the spa channels withina very tight timescale, for the entirebuilding, comprising over 100bathrooms.

“The technical challenge was to clampthe base of the channels into placethrough the wet room vinyl flooring,dressing it into the floor to provide aseamless and watertight finish.“By manufacturing a highly effectivebespoke working sample, Alumasc wasable to first demonstrate an effectivesolution to the problem before we werecommissioned to provide the channelsfor the entire project. The result was asmooth installation, highlighting theeffectiveness of this new Harmer productrange.”Alumasc’s new Harmer range compriseshigh-performance, highly versatilestainless steel floor drains, channeldrains, shower and wet room drainage,capable of withstanding some of themost demanding applications.For guaranteed peace of mind, HarmerStainless Steel Floor Drains aremanufactured to the highest qualityusing AISI 304 & 316 grade stainlesssteel and are subject to stainless steelpassivation, which enhances corrosionresistance. All components are weldedusing argon shielding to ensure highquality joints.

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Hey Good Looking!Exciting new timber finished steel

Garador’s popular Georgian, Beaumont andCathedral steel doors are now available in achoice of Rosewood or Golden Oak timbereffect foil-coated finishes. The durable designand deep timber style appearance offer anexciting new look for both modern andtraditional house designs. “We take great pridein the quality of the doors we produce and arecontinually investing in new productiontechnology to deliver a market leadingproduct,” said Garador’s Managing DirectorSimon Hipgrave. “The trend towards greatlooking wood effect finishes in garage doorsstarted last year and already it is clear thisstyle is going to be a big hit in 2015. Alongwith their looks, these steel doors offer yearsof reliable service with low maintenance andare excellent value for money.”The Georgian, Beaumont and Cathedral doorsare also available in 18 standard colours plustraffic white, and complement the wide profiletimber effect doors currently in the Garadorrange, the Wentwood and Sherwood.For more information about doors in thenew timber effect foil-coated finishes, visitwww.garador.com or call 01935 443710.

2015 is all about good looks – andGarador is leading the way with beautifulnew timber effect finishes for their topselling up and over steel garage doors.

Liversidge windows gets topmarks at Altrincham GrammarREHAU fabricator LiversidgeWindows has further strengthenedits growing reputation in theeducation sector with an impressiveinstallation at Altrincham GrammarSchool for Boys.The Oldham based company hasfabricated and installed more than 60windows in the REHAU TOTAL70Csystem at the 100 year old school, to

replace a mix of timber and early PVCwindows which were in place previously.The installation was unusual becausemany of the windows had triangulartops which had to be mechanicallyjointed as they were too intricate to bewelded. They were also fabricated withtransoms and mullions housing up to 28individual sealed glazing units withineach frame to give them a more

authentic appearance than could beachieved with Astragal bars.The team at Liversidge impressed theEstates Department at the large all boysgrammar school by supplying a samplewindow for review complete withrestrictor hinges, and by inviting theteam to view for themselves thefabrication set up at their Oldhamfactory.

Stuart Peet, Estates Officer, said:“Liversidge Windows did a really goodjob and impressed us with their expertisein both fabrication and installation. Theywere recommended to us by a nearbyschool and, in turn, we would have nohesitation in recommending them toothers.”Liversidge’s other recent successes in theschools sector include installations at:Crompton House School in Oldham andat Livingstone Primary and St Georges Cof E Primary in Mossley, Ashton onMersey school in Sale and StalyhillPrimary in Staylhill. Liversidge is a REHAU Authorised Partnerproviding a complete range of frames inthe REHAU TOTAL70C system to trade,retail and commercial customers. Thecompany prides itself on the quality ofits workmanship and has a very wellequipped factory, complete with inhouse production of sealed units.www.rehau.co.uk



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Inspirational doors: JB Kind’s 2015 CollectionWhether it’s an innovative,contemporary or classic door design youare after, you will be able to find it in JBKind’s new 2015 brochure. With 37 newadditions and more than 200 door styles,JB Kind’s superb quality products andundeniable value, ensures you will beable to find something to suit yourproject and budget. From the stunningnew painted door range Nuance to thechoice of 14 brilliant new Bi-folds, the2015 Collection is the most distinct todate. Don’t forget, if it’s individuallytailored doors you require, JB Kind canalso create affordable bespoke solutions.Fully accredited FD30 fire doors, specialsizes, alternative designs and FSC® chainof custody certified products are allavailable. To request or download a copyof the brochure, log on towww.jbkind.com or call 01283 554197.

SWA member helps to restoreWW2 CodebreakerHome to the World War Twocodebreakers, Bletchley Park has thisyear completed an £8-million HeritageLottery Fund financed restoration projectto create a world-class heritage site. Thishas seen the transformation of theformerly derelict Block C codebreakingbuilding into a vibrant visitor centre, aprocess that involved Steel WindowAssociation member, Mike HonourWindows, renovating over 100 originalwindow units. Mike Honour Windowsworked with Fairhurst Ward Abbotts, thespecialist conservation contractor,carefully to remove the windows, manyof which were large and made up ofmultiple units. This process involvednumbering and labeling each window sothat it could later be reinstalled intoexactly the same position. All thewindows were taken to the workshop atMike Honour Windows and renovatedover an intensive three-month period.

Blast Enhanced Facade Completed atNottingham Station Transport HubArchitectural hardware specialist, BarrierComponents Ltd., is delighted to see thenew Nottingham Station Transport Hubrenovations completed with blast-enhanced hardware they supplied. Themain contractor for this £60 millionrefurbishment project was TaylorWoodrow. The glass façade was installedby Red Systems who appointed glazingand security consultant Crossley ConsultLimited for specialist design anddevelopment activities. Together theyselected Sadev glass systems availablefrom Barrier Components.The Sadev stainless steel bolt fixedsystem is a perfect solution for pointfixed glass facades. In this case theR1003BBR fixing was used, a swivelfitting with cylindrical head for singlelaminated glazing. The system is alsoavailable as R1039BBR for an insulatedglazing unit. Both products have beenISO EXV 25 tested at a Governmentapproved test range and achieved ahazard rating C – Minimal Hazard.

Glazed sliding doors have always been popular inresidential and high rise residential properties asthey take up little room and are cost effective tomanufacture and install.

Today’s lift and slide doors offer high thermalperformance and excellent weathering capabilitiescomplete with a low threshold detail. Aluprof now‘corners’ the market with their aluminium lift and slidedoor, the MB-77HS, which now offers the option of a90o installation configuration. Already specified andbeing installed on several new commercial high riseprojects, the new detail allows for the door to beinstalled at the corner of a building or balcony whilststill taking up little room and maintaining the highweathering capabilities and high insulation required inhigh rise applications. Equally at home in theresidential home improvement market, the new 90olift and slide door from Aluprof is a cost effectiveoption to a 90o sliding folding door with arguably alonger, trouble free life expectancy.

The MB-77HS isconfigured in an "ST" or"HI", standard or highlyinsulated, option and canbe glazed with wide DGunits, including tripleglazing. Thermalinsulation, ‘Uf’, from 1.4W/m2K can be achieved.In keeping with today’sautomation requirements, the MB-77HS can be fullyautomated and used with a wide range of controlsystems. MB-77HS shares components with the MB-86 system which creates an aesthetic combination ofMB-77HS doors with windows, using the samecomponents in the fabrication process. Installedweather performance can achieve, air permeability,class 4, EN 12207, watertightness, class 9A, EN 12208and wind load resistance, up to class C4, EN 12210.All Aluprof systems are designed, fabricated andinstalled by selected, specially trained companiesacross the UK. Further information is available on the company’swebsite at www.aluprof.eu/en/ and specialistadvice is available from Aluprof on 0161 941 4005.

Comar 7P.i Folding Sliding Door System (FSD)Comar Architectural AluminiumSystems are delighted to launch theirthermally broken Comar 7P.i FoldingSliding Door (FSD). Smooth operationand solutions to meet the design brief,the aluminium Comar 7P.iFolding/Sliding Door (FSD) system offersa myriad of possibilities for commercialor residential projects. Comar 7P.i FSDprovides a versatile moveable wall thatallows space and light into any project.Even in the winter months the glazedfacade offers light as well as keeping thebuilding insulated through the trade-marked Comar 7P.i thermal breaktechnology. By merging aestheticallypleasing features such as robust, yet slim,aluminium profiles with feature-ladenoperational gearing from the Comar 7P.iFSD system, you have the capability todesign open-in or open-out stackingdoors, folding and sliding from the top orthe bottom rollers.

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Hörmann ThermoPro doors:the perfect fit for any project

Whether working on a new build or refurbishment project, therising cost of energy means that minimising heat loss is moreimportant than ever. Construction industry professionals areunder increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, to meetboth legislative demands and the changing needs ofhomeowners.

A good u-value is of the utmost importancewhen choosing products, but builders stillface the challenge of achieving high levels ofinsulation without compromising on style,security or ease of use.Garage and entrance door manufacturerHörmann has paid close attention to all ofthese factors when designing its popularranges. The company’s ThermoPro andThermoPro Plus steel entrance doorcollections are a prime example. Offeringexcellent UD-values (the U-value of thefitted door), at just 1.1W/(m2.K) and0.82W/(m2.K) respectively, these doors areideal for insulation-conscious refurbishmentprojects and low carbon new builds.Benefiting from rigid steel polyurethane-filleddoor leaves of 46mm or 65mm thick,Hörmann's ThermoPro and ThermoPro Plusdoors can have a noticeable impact onenergy bills. Security is also a key feature ofthese doors, thanks to multi-point locking.Conical swing bolts, security bolts and a lockbolt pull the door tightly shut, while furthersecurity bolts on the hinge side make itpractically impossible to force open. For added break-in resistance, selected doorsin the ThermoPro range have been allocatedPolice-approved Secured by Design status.Having passed stringent tests set by theAssociation of Chief Police Officers, thesedoors are some of the most secure on themarket.As with most Hörmann entrance doors, theThermoPro and ThermoPro Plus ranges areavailable with matching side elements tocomplement design choices or create astunning visual statement. To retain highlevels of insulation, double or triple glazedpanels can be chosen.15 preferred colours and five embossedDecograin surface finishes are available,offering all the choice needed to deliver theperfect entrance.Whether you're looking to create acontemporary or traditional look, Hörmannhas the products and expertise to deliver theperfect style of door, whatever the budget.For more information, contact the teamon 01530 516888 or visitwww.hormann.co.uk.


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BRIO THROWS A CURVEBrio, the world-leadingdesigner and manufacturer ofsliding and folding doorhardware solutions, is helpingInput Joinery of Andover inHampshire create itsprestigious hardwood bi-folding door installations,including a highly specialistcurved bi-folding doorproject.

“Having seen many beautifulproperties desecrated by thecraze for aluminium and plasticdoors and windows we felt itwas time for Input Joinery tofight back with a range ofproducts truly worthy of ourname as a provider of highquality joinery,” says MarkFisher, Managing Director atInput Joinery.

He goes on to explain thatsliding folding timber doors area relatively new concept in theUK for domestic properties andare becoming very popular inboth the new-build andreplacement window/doormarket. “They can open toalmost 95% of the openingavailable, unlike traditionalsliding patio doors which onlyopen to about 45% of theavailable width. The maximumwidth of each leaf is around1.0m and the maximum doorheight around 3.3m. Systemscan be manufactured from justtwo leaves to a maximum of 16,with one leaf being used foraccess.”At the moment, he says, InputJoinery is manufacturing aroundeight to ten high-end bi-foldinghardwood door projects amonth and now relies solely onBrio to supply the hardware.“We like the Weatherfold rangefrom Brio and we also favourBrio’s mortise hinges which givea traditional joinery finish to thedoors. Before we discovered Briowe had been using anotherwell-known supplier but after

meeting the Brio staff at a tradeshow on a visit with WestwardBuilding Services, we decidedwe liked the product and likedthe support they were offering. “The most recent project wehave undertaken came viaarchitect Chris Tizzard who hadspecified a set of curved bi-folding hardwood doors on alarge private house: herecommended us to thebuilding contractor KircherBuilding Services of Lightwater.This was a very specialisedcommission so we took time todiscuss the best way forwardwith Brio as we needed, forexample, to calculate how thetrack would bend, and theyworked with us closely tomanufacture and supply thenecessary hardware – whichfitted absolutely spot-on andthe doors work perfectly. It wasa first for us and everyone isexceptionally pleased with theresult.A family firm founded in 1979with a staff of five, now wellinto its fourth decade, InputJoinery has built a reputationfor quality products andcustomer service and nowemploys 60 staff with aturnover of around £4 millionper annum. “Our aim is to supply ourcustomers with superior quality

joinery, which includes highperformance hardwoodwindows and hardwood doors,hardwood conservatories,orangeries, sunrooms andstaircases. For Input Joinery wereally do require product that isreliable, robust and can standup to years of wear and tear. Ithas to be strong to cope withheavy hardwood doors openingand closing over their lifetime.“For straight sliding applicationswe like the Brio Timberoll rangeof bottom hanging hardware.We continue to be vibrant anddynamic, at the forefront of theindustry, meeting newchallenges, moving forward,exploring new markets and finetuning the operation to ensurethe company is ideallypositioned to take advantage ofthe improving marketopportunities,” says Mark Fisher.New from Brio, free of charge,is a USB which will link ourcustomers directly to thecomplete Brio sliding andfolding hardware range.Simply email ‘Range USB Offer’to [email protected] andinclude your postal address.For more details on the BRIOproduct range visitwww.briouk.com


Synseal is proud to introduceWarmCore, an innovative aluminiumfolding sliding door system whichincorporates a radically differentproduct design approach to create anew high performance fenestrationframing solution: “warm aluminium”.Totally designed from scratch startingwith a clean sheet of paper, every singlecomponent has been concept sketched,detail designed, prototyped, tooled, trialinstalled and rigorously tested by

Synseal’s market-leading R&D team.WarmCore is a high quality aluminiumbi-fold door solution with peerlessthermal performance to ensure end-usercomfort, all year round.Precision-manufactured with a highquality surface finish and affording slim,elegant door frame sightlines onceinstalled, aluminium has undoubtedlybecome the material of choice forpremium folding sliding doorapplications today. But now there’s an

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even better solution – WarmCore’sinnovative “warm aluminium” frameconstruction is key to offering unrivalledthermal performance with U-values aslow as 1.4 W/m2K using standard 28mmdouble glass or 1.0 W/m2K using 44mtriple glass.At the heart of WarmCore products is acore of PVC-U which significantly out-performs the polyamide thermal breakscommonly used to reduce the threat ofcold bridging on aluminium windowsand doors. The result is an innovative“warm aluminium” frame construction,carefully dimensioned to provide anoptimised 70mm front-to-back overallsash frame depth for UK applicationswhile ensuring market-leading thermalperformance thanks to the multi-chambered insulating core. When viewedfrom the outside, WarmCore doorsensure a classical appearance with achoice of 4 high quality aluminiumexternal cladding styles: Square design(as used with architectural aluminiumfenestration), Pencil Round design(curved elegance), Decorative design(sculptured ovolo as used with timberwindows and doors) and Chamfereddesign (evoking traditional putty-glazedwindows and doors).4 aluminium cladding colours – White,Cream, Black RAL 9005 and Grey RAL7016 - provide 16 possible colourconfigurations, including dual-colourcombinations.

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A new build project expandsits horizons with AluK systemsWhether building an extension,renovating an existing home orembarking on a new build, theinstallation of windows and doorsplays a crucial role not only from thedesign point of view, but also in termsof safety and performance. At Mountclaire Court project inNorthampton the local fabricator CWGChoices Ltd took full advantage of AluK’saluminium window and door systems tomeet the homeowners’ requirements foraesthetic and practical appeal.The clients were looking for a solutionthat would allow them to expand theirliving space and maximise the amountof natural light in the house. Providingwide expanses of glazing, AluK’s BSF70Bi-fold Door System makes use of the

property’s large floating corner to createa beautiful open plan area that can beeasily integrated with the gardenwhenever required. This trend is continued with the BSC944 Pane Sliding Door System, 58BW TBTTilt and Turn Bay Window System, andthe 58BW ST Slimline CasementWindow System which was specified for

its slim sightlines, increasing the flow onnatural light and enhancing the feelingof space.It is estimated that approximately 20%of energy lost from a building is throughits windows and doors. Installingthermally efficient window and doorsystems such as AluK 58BW ST orBSC94 means a more comfortablehome where heat loss during wintermonths is reduced, lowering thehomeowners’ energy bills and carbonfootprint.In addition, inherently strong and long-lasting, aluminium stands up to thechallenges of everyday life, providinghomeowners with a long-term solutionthat will keep their home safe. AluK

systems are certified under the 'Securedby Design’ scheme operated by theAssociation of Chief Police Officers.Jason Wilder, Director, CWG Choices Ltd,comments: “AluK aluminium windowand door systems cater for variety oflooks and styles; in this particular projectour clients were looking for a modernand contemporary design with metallicfinish which we delivered thanks to therange of colour options available.Combined with the outstanding thermal,acoustic and security performance ofAluK systems, we were able to completethe build to the highest standards.”


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Aico’s Radiolink wins electrical industry awardAico, the UK market leader in domesticSmoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO)alarms, is pleased to announce itsRadioLINK wireless alarminterconnection technology has won theprestigious Electrical Industry Awards’Innovative Residential/Domestic Productof the Year. RadioLINK allows alarms andaccessories to be interconnectedwirelessly using Radio Frequency (RF)signals, rather than cabling - it saves timeand disruption when extending/interconnecting alarms in properties.The British Standard for domestic smokealarm installation, BS 5839-6:2013,recommends interconnection for GradeD smoke alarm systems, which is thetypical system to be found in domesticdwellings. In the event of one alarmdetecting a fire, all interconnectedalarms will sound throughout theproperty giving the resident the earliestwarning of danger and the best chanceof escape.

SterlingOSB Fire Solutions chosenfor Southampton housingdevelopmentOregon Timber Frame Limited hasbecome one of the first timber framespecialists to incorporate Norbord’s newSterlingOSB Fire Solutions range in itsproducts.The company, with factories in Selkirk inthe Scottish Borders and Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, is one of thecountry’s leading independent timberframe specialists, supplying and erectingstructural timber frames (both openand/or insulated) to several topdevelopers throughout the UK.One of the company’s latest projectswas on a Mansell Homes development inSouthampton. Here, SterlingOSB FireSolutions were utilised for fire mitigation(during construction) measures in anumber of properties; for both sheathingand floor decking.

Delta helps to protect NewlonHousing Trust residentsNewlon Housing Trust has chosen DeltaSecurity’s Model 9 Steel Doors tooptimise the safety and security of itsQueensland Road ‘QN7’ development -the final housing phase of the ‘Arsenal onthe Move’ regeneration project.Newlon is a charitable housingassociation providing affordable homesin north and east London. QN7developed in partnership with ArsenalFootball Club and Islington Council willalso be home to the new Arsenal SportsCentre, which the local community willbe able to use and where the Club’seducational and social inclusioncommunity programmes will be held. Stefan St Hilaire-Brown, Head of BuildingServices for Newlon Housing Trust,explains that part of his role in theproject was to work with the design anddevelopment teams to find solutionsthat worked from a design, functionalityand security point of view on all thecommunal aspects of the buildings:

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Saniflo launches new TraymaticSaniflo has launched a new version ofits popular Traymatic, a low profileshower tray. Now available with anti-slipflooring, ramps, a round waste, plus anoptional shower seat and measuring just5.3cm high, the new Traymatic is suitablefor more applications than ever before.Perfect for domestic and commercialsettings, Traymatic is supplied with eitheran internal or external pump, which sitsabove floor level. This means there is noneed to either excavate the floor, whichsaves lots of time and mess, or raise thetray up, which keeps this low level traylow. Traymatic will discharge in 2.2cmpipework a distance of 2.5 metresvertically and 20 metres horizontally (ora lesser combination of the two).Ann Boardman, customer services andmarketing manager, Saniflo UK says:“Traymatic makes is possible for anyoneto have a shower almost anywhere awater supply can reach.

Hansgrohe launches Axor CitterioE: The Essence of LuxuryDesigned by Italian architect anddesigner, Antonio Citterio the new Axorcollection of bathroom fittings exudeelegance, high quality and worth.Axor Citterio E is characterised by abalanced contrast of smooth shapes,clean lines and precious surfaces andoffers exceptional ease of use. Soft andslender mixer handles characterise theentire collection’s design, as in the singlelever mixer with its modern and uprightjoystick handle, or in the 3-hole mixerswith their classic cross-handles. All 37products that make up the collectionshare a visually appealing andharmonious look that complements avariety of styles, from art nouveau tomodern urban.For stockists contact Hansgrohe. Tel. 01372 465655 email. [email protected]

Saniflo unveils the newKinemagic modelsIn addition to recently launching a newKinedo brochure, Saniflo has extendedits range of Kinemagic shower cubiclesto include three new designs: Serenity,Design and Style.Due to the popularity of the existingKinemagic and in line with their policy ofcontinuous product improvement, theexperts at Saniflo decided to expand theshower cubicle offering, bygivingcustomers a more comprehensiverange to suit every home scenario.Suitable for all the family, the KinemagicSerenity is also perfect for less ablemembers of the household. TheKinemagic Serenity facilitates careassisted showering or extra peace ofmind for those who need a little extrahelp. This high quality, all-in-one showercubicle has been designed to fit inexactly the same space as your old bathand with integrated thermostatic showercontrol.

Easy way to update kitchensplashbacks and shower wallsLustrolite acrylic high gloss wallpanelling, available from AbacusManufacturing Group boasts benefitsfor both the retailer and installer trade. There is no templating involved wheninstalling the panels and no need to waitfor worktops to be fitted when used inthe kitchen, so installers can invoicemore quickly and consumers get thefinish they want without having to wait.Lustrolite can be installed over new orexisting wall finishes in a short amountof time as it can be cut and drilled onsite. It looks the same as glass panellingbut is an advanced multi-layer acrylicthat weighs less than a third of atraditional glass sheet and has 20 timesthe impact strength. It is highly scratchand wear resistant due its unique hardcoated surface and has as a five-yearguarantee. Lustrolite, winner of theHouse Beautiful Awards 2013, can beused to update old or tired kitchensplashbacks, showers and bathroomwalls.

Global designer and manufacturer ofpremium showers and tapware,Methven UK, has completed work ona prestigious central Londondevelopment, as part of its contractwith leading housing developerLondon & Quadrant (L&Q).The Schoolyard is a new residentialdevelopment, comprising of 139 hi-specapartments with accessible shared spaces,in the vibrant Wandsworth area of London. As one of the UK’s leading housingassociations and largest residentialdevelopers, L&Q currently has a housingstock of more than 70,000 homes inLondon and the South East. TheSchoolyard is a development of one, twoand three-bedroomed apartments, withprices ranging from £400,000 to£615,000, and L&Q were thereforelooking for stylish kitchen and bathroombrassware products of the highest quality.

As part of its position as a key supplier ofbrassware and showers to L&Q, Methvenwas able to provide a range of high-specification products for thedevelopment including the Maku cool totouch thermostatic bar shower withSatinjet® technology. Delivering moreshower for less water, the innovativeSatinjet technology performs at muchlower flow rates, reducing water andenergy consumption to help comply withlegislation, without compromising theshower experience. Amongst thebrassware specified for The Schoolyardwas the sleek Deva by Methven Linx basinmixers and bath shower mixers and, in thekitchens, the striking Edge mono sinkmixers. Richard Hammerton, National KeyAccounts Manager at Methven, said: “Weare working with L&Q on a range ofdevelopments across London and theSouth East.. As a key brassware provider,we have to ensure our products meetevery specification and The Schoolyard isa great example of how we haveanswered the brief. The combination ofour well designed products and ourSatinjet technology means that residentsenjoy the latest styles, water efficiencyand a great showering experience.””Neil Woolerson of L&Q said: “We’redelighted with the Bathroom and KitchenBrassware at The Schoolyarddevelopment, and Methven’s showersand taps have become a real focal pointwithin them. Stylish, quality and reliableproducts – just what our purchasers arelooking for.”


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Timoleon appoints new UK Sales DirectorManufacturer of heating and coolingsolutions, Timóleon, has appointed a newsales director to support its UK sales teamand further develop its businesscapabilities. Jamie Bomber brings with hima wealth of experience in the heating andair conditioning industries, havingpreviously worked as Sales Director forBOA Group, looking after HVAC projectsworldwide. Additionally, he wasInternational Business DevelopmentDirector at Tour Andersson and EngineeringAppliances Ltd. and before this, NationalSales Manager for Nu-Air. The new recruitcan also be expected to exhibit goodpeople management skills, being that heholds an MBA and is a fully qualifiedoutdoor leader. He similarly possessesdetermination and tenacity asdemonstrated by the fact he is not just akeen cyclist and walker, but has justcompleted the grueling Equinox24 race,which involves running round a 10K circuitof mixed terrain for 24 hours.

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Swan Song for The Wildfowl &Wetlands Trust's Old Heating SystemFlexenergy's Pipework is Bestfor their New Energy-Efficient SystemWhen the Wildfowl & WetlandsTrust Headquarters atSlimbridge wanted to introducea new energy-efficient heatingsystem to its world-renown site(which also houses the 1950'sfamily home of the late SirPeter Scott) they gave the jobto specialists in biomasstechnology, Aston Cord EnergyServices Ltd. Aston Cord in turn,had no hesitation in selectingFlexenergy for the highlyinsulated and flexible pipeworkneeded for the biomass system.

As James Erskine, AssistantFacilities Manager at Slimbridgeexplains: "As part of a biggerstrategy to reduce our carbonfootprint, it was an easydecision for us to move awayfrom a reliance on fossil fuels torenewable and sustainablebiomass energy which will burnlocally-supplied, wood-basedpellets."Our headquarters is the largestof our nine sites nationally andwe have over 150 staff locatedhere. The new heating systemwill provide heat and hot waterto all our core buildings - themain visitor centre, staff hostel,

Scott House, the cottage andoffice buildings. With the helpof the government-basedRenewable Heat Incentivescheme, the pay-back for thenew system will be in less thanthree and a half years. Due tothe newly installed heatingsystem we will save around50% a year on our overallheating costs including this bigreduction."Phil Bailey, Installation Engineerat Aston Cord Energy ServicesLtd said: "It was a no brainer forus to choose to use FlexenergyFlexalen piping as its insulationfactor is phenomenal and it isundoubtedly the best in thecountry. The Flexalen 600 pre-insulated polybutene range hasboth strength and flexibilitycoupled with a broadtemperature range and water-tight thermal insulationproperties. It is very simple toinstall with easy connectionbetween the insulation andcasing pipe which makes it afully welded system."

"We are very proud to beassociated with such an energyefficient system on a world-renown site," said Sandy Fairley,Flexenergy Sales Director. "Ourpipe technology selected byAston Cord for the new biomasssystem combines strength,durability and flexibility acrossa wide hot water temperaturerange when compared toconventional pipe. Itslightweight profile also makesit easier to handle, while itsHDPE outer jacket givesrobustness to the structure."One of the biggest concernsfor this project wasenvironmental sustainability -so the pipe technology's lowthermal conductivity andconsequent heat loss becameimportant factors in thecontext of optimising energyefficiency in a low carbonenvironment."

Flexalen pre-insulated pipes usePolybutene (PB-1) as the basematerial for their carrier pipes,and is the only plastic pipesystem currently used inheating systems that can befully fusion welded and operateup to 95°C.

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Solar PV System for World-leading UniversityNew build student accommodation for King’s College, London, one of the world's top 20 universities, benefitted from a solarPV system designed and installed by Photon Energy, when it opened in September 2014. Although won under competitivetender, this was repeat business for Photon Energy as the contractor, Imtech North, now part of the Imtech Aqua Group, is apast customer.

The accommodation, known asChampion Hill Residence islocated in the up and comingDenmark Hill area of south eastLondon. It comprises four 4-storey blocks containing en-suite study bedrooms togetherwith residents’ shared kitchen

and dining facilities, for over700 students. The nature of the building issuch that electricity is requiredthroughout the day for lighting,computers and all the otherelectronic or electrical devicesthat students may need. This is

in addition to shared servicessuch as lighting of the corridors.As with every new build project, the solar PV work programmeinvolved phased installation tofit in with the constructionprogramme on a confined site.Work on site started in

February 2014 and wascompleted in August.Photon Energy handled theentire solar PV installation fromdesign to installation andcommissioning, along with theapplication to the distributionnetwork operator for permissionto connect the system to theelectricity grid. “Componentswere specified on the basis ofhigh performance combinedwith value for money to suit thecustomer’s budget, and thisalong with close cooperation onsite, resulted in an efficientproject, completed to budgetand on time,” said PhotonEnergy’s assistant projectengineer Rikki Baker.By selecting Upsolarpolycrystalline M-250P panelsand highly efficient Aurora Trio27.6-TL inverters frommanufacturer, Power One,Photon Energy achieved therequired power output byinstalling solar PV panels on justthree out of the four blocks. The company installed 136,

250Wp panels on each of threeflat roofs, that’s 408 panels intotal, to deliver a projected90,060kWh/year with an annualcarbon saving of 47.6 tonnes ofCO2. Inverters were installed infourth floor plant rooms andconnected to distributionboards on the second floor ofeach block.The new Hilti MSP-FR flat roofPV mounting system waschosen as minimal ballast isrequired, making it suitable forflat roofs with limited loadbearing ability. It was notnecessary to penetrate the roofmembrane with this system andthe tilt angles allow optimumuse of the roof area whileallowing for a generous flow ofair under the panels, which helpsto raise the annual poweroutput.“Working with Photon Energy,we have found their approach tobe proactive throughout allproject stages, identifyingpotential cost savings thoughFIT, a professional installationteam with a support basedoffice team able to deal withany issues swiftly,” said ChrisMcPartland, senior contractsmanager, Imtech North.

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New Sizes Add Yet MoreConnectivity with Tectite SprintTectite Sprint, the innovative metalpush-fit plumbing system from PeglerYorkshire, has been making installers¹lives easy for almost a decade.Now, three new sizes 35mm, 42mm and54mm have been added to the existingoptions of 15mm, 22mm and 28mm,opening up the award-winning solutionto yet more applications.“Tectite Sprint combines the best of bothworlds for contractors and installers,”said Tectite Product Manager JanetteHenwood “Not only is it a robust, high-performance system with a long workinglife, but it is also quick and easy to install.“Thanks to the new sizes introduced byPegler Yorkshire, more contractors thanever can benefit.”Designed to be as slim and attractive aspossible, the copper and brass jointingsystem represents metal push-fit in itspurest form.

RINNAI space HEATERS - bringingwarmth wherever they go……Two models in the Rinnai range ofEnergysaver fanned convection poweredflue gas fired space heaters arespecifically designed for use in schools,community centres, libraries,conservatories and churches and yieldexceptionally high efficiencies inoperation and subsequently reducedrunning costs.Rinnai Energysaver 559T and RinnaiEnergysaver 1004T deliver energy-efficient and consistent warm airwithout the use of central ductwork, orthe necessity to run domestic heatingcircuits for radiators – and they are alsoquick and easy to install. Both models are available in Natural Gasand LPG options and are built with fullymodulating burners so heat output andenergy input is reduced as the spacewarms up. The units can be controlledby a central timer for added economyand comfortable delivery.

Inta’s installer survey givesmaintenance app-spirationInta has announced it will develop anapp to help installers keep on top of easymoney makers such as maintenancevisits, after finding that many areoverlooking opportunities to boost theirbusiness by failing to schedule in routinechecks with customers.A survey by the bathroom product,plumbing and heating manufacturerfound that two thirds of installers fail toregularly schedule in a returnmaintenance visit, but all of thosequestioned believed these checks couldbe of considerable financial benefit totheir business. Inta quizzed 100 installersand plumbers atPHEX Chelsea tofind out what couldbe done to supporttheir customers’growth. The surveyfound that over40% leave it up tocustomers toschedule in a check- which could resultin them opting foranother firm orfailing toreschedule altogether.The results found that although mostcurrently fail to book in maintenancevisits, 84% believed they would do so ifthey had a service that reminded themwhen checks are due.

Inta gives budding plumbers anti-scald educationAnti-scald bathroom productmanufacturer Inta is helping aspiringplumbers across the country swot up onall things anti-scald after equipping City& Guilds accredited colleges and trainingproviders with a host of high qualityproducts and educational tools.The firm, which partnered up withleading international expansion vesselmanufacturer Zilmet to create tailoredcollege ‘starter packs’ for thoseembarking upon plumbing and heatingcourses, has provided its expert learningpackages to several colleges in London,Birmingham, Sheffield and Essex.Valued at around £200 each, the packsfeature Inta’s bestselling Intamix, a15mm pressure reducing valve, the firm’sfamed ‘Everything you need to knowabout anti-scald’ booklet, and a Zilmetexpansion vessel complete with a sizingcalculator.

Reliability is the key to valve specificationThe reliability of Horstmann ZonePlusZ series motorized zone and divertervalves is making them the first choicefor new installations, upgrades andmaintenance replacements inBournemouth Borough Council.“Our housing stock consists ofapproximately 6200 householdproperties plus a number of corporatebuildings that we maintain and over thecourse of a year we would installapproximately 300 – 400 Horstmannvalves,” explains Jamie Riggs, Senior Gas& Plumbing Supervisor for the Council.

“I specify the use of Horstmann valves,primarily because of cost, but alsobecause the new valves are proving tobe very reliable,” he adds.ZonePlus Z Series motorised springreturn zone and diverter valves werecompletely upgraded by Horstmann afew years ago and are now widelyrecognised for their reliability. With the ZonePlus Z series, the aim wasto make reliability the watchword forthese products with mechanismsfeaturing high quality components andthe drive provided by the proven andreliable Hansen Class F synchron motor.There are three valves in the range -

model Z222 and model Z228 arerespectively 22mm and 28mm 2 portspring return valves and model Z322 is a22mm 3 port mid position divertervalve. The Z222 with auxiliary switch has beendesigned to control the water circulationin fully pumped systems, the Z228 withchangeover auxiliary switch controls thewater circulation in both gravity HWsystems and larger fully pumpedsystems and the Z322 mid-positionvalve has been designed to control thewater circulation in fully pumpedsystems employing a single pump forboth hot water and central heating

circuits. The valves are all supplied with a1.4m electrical connection cable (toaccommodate easier installation ininaccessible areas) compression fittingsand a removable quick change actuator.They are also covered by a two yearguarantee. As well as Horstmann valves,Bournemouth Borough Council also usesHorstmann programmers for heating andhot water control in many of theirproperties.“We use the ServicePlus programmer,”Jamie Riggs explains. “It’s a good, welldesigned programmer and is particularlywell suited to applications in rentedaccommodation as it allows the serviceinterval to be set after completion of theboiler service to alert after 12 monthswhen the gas safety check is due.For those considering Horstmann as aviable supplier of valves andprogrammers for these applications,Jamie Riggs offers this advice; “Look atreliability, cost, and the after sales service.All these factors are given to me byHorstmann and I have no reason to belooking at other products.”

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Rinnai Trucks in tooffer emergency coverRinnai, the leading UKsupplier of gas fired energyefficient continuous flowwater heaters, is helping CSTRenewables provide mobileemergency hot water coverfor its clients.Control and Service Technologyhas been established for 11

years now, and spawned CSTRenewables a year ago inresponse to growing interest inthe renewables market fromclients looking to improveefficiencies and lower runningcosts. The company, based inBridgend, South Wales,specialises in the commercialmarket but also undertakesdomestic installations, serviceand repair work. Mark Hiller-Rees of CSTRenewables explains: “We do alot of installations for theMinistry of Defence (MoD) andwhile these are in progress thehot water needs to be kept on.We used to have a containerlorry fitted with a boilerdelivered to site at a cost of£1000 a week but such a largevehicle wasn’t always practicalfor smaller sites. “It didn’t take us long to realisewe could easily make our own

small trailer to our ownspecifications, fitted with twoHDC 1500 Rinnai Infinitycondensing gas fired waterheaters. There is also an addedlow loss buffer vessel to copewith extra demand. The unitcan be fitted to systems with orwithout a secondary returnloop. The unit also comes fittedwith a gas leak detectionsystem; overheat protectionsystem, and system-unsafeautomatic shut off. Our smallunit can be sited just aboutanywhere. Mark Hillier-Rees continues:“CST Renewables has theability to deliver instantaneoushot water to commercialpremises with only a cold watermain supply present and theinstallation pipe work suppliedby the client. The unit can runoff its own power and gassupply or can be run off a 110v

transformer on site. This unit is one of the few heathire units in the UK that safelyruns on a 110v electrical supply,which is much safer on sitethan most other units whichtend to run on a 230v or 400vsupply. The trailer also has overpressure and under pressureshut offs fitted to the gas pipework install along with safetyrelief and discharge valves forthe potable water. There are anabundance of isolation valveswithin the trailer to isolate anypipe work be it for water or gas.There is also a key releaseoperated emergency stopbutton, which isolates all

electrical equipment and gassupply on operation. The Rinnai units are extremelyfuel efficient, says Mark Hiller-Rees. “Two bottles of LPG Gaswould cope with the unitsrunning constantly full out for48 hours but in normalcircumstances we factor in aweek before we needed toreplace them.Both Rinnai HDC1500 internaland external models turn in animpressive energy performanceof 105 per cent net efficiency.

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Yeoman CL8 electricgoes Large! With the same cast iron constructionand stylish curving form as their gas andsolid fuel equivalents, the Yeoman CLElectric range is suitable for virtually anyroom in the home such asconservatories, hallways and studies,thanks to their simple plug ininstallation. This highly efficient electric stove (99%efficient) offers instant glow, heat andimpact with three different flamebrightness levels, plus an additional blueflame effect. The reflective side panelsensure that the stunning Veriflame™visuals can be enjoyed from all angles. Supplied with a remote control forcomplete ease of use, the stoves arefinished Jet Black Metallic and lendthemselves to both traditional andcontemporary interiors. www.yeomanstoves.co.uk

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SCHIEDEL ABSOLUT XPert – 1stPassivhaus certified Chimney SystemThe UK’s largest manufacturer ofChimney Systems, Schiedel ChimneySystems Ltd., has just launched theABSOLUT XPert Chimney System withan Integrated Insulated Combustion AirShaft.Designed for the new generation of air-tight homes, Schiedel Absolut XPert isthe first Passivhaus certified chimneysystem worldwide. Air tightness is builtinto the system. Suitable for use on allfuel types, with its GW3 rated ceramicprofiled liner, Absolut XPert offerscondensate resistance even after a sootfire. Modern heating technologies placeenormous demands on a chimneysystem. On the one hand, low flue gastemperatures from energy efficientappliances including Gas, Oil and Pelletslead to condensate forming within thechimney. On the other hand, Chimneysused on solid fuel applications must alsobe capable of withstanding a chimneyfire.

A Gazco gas fire with adifference Highly efficient glass fronted gas firescontinue to become popular. Withtoday’s challenging lifestyles,homeowners are seeking for a moreconvenient and effective way to heattheir homes. Offering the besttechnology and an efficiency of up to80%, the glass-fronted Riva2 750HL isthe latest gas fire to join the muchrevered Gazco Riva2 range. Designed to fit into standard 36”chimney openings, this stunning gas firerequires no additional flue liner wheninstalled into an existing masonrychimney – a time and money savingoption for many homeowners. With its refined design, this conventionalflue gas fire model will attract a varietyof homeowners looking to make themost of their existing fireplace. Find your local Gazco retailer by visitingwww.gazco.com

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“The Union Jack and the MapleLeaf work hand in hand.”The technically advanced Canadian handprotection company, Superior GloveWorks Limited, has chosen BeeswiftLimited in the United Kingdom as theirexclusive Sales, Marketing andDistribution Partner for the EuropeanEconomic Area. Superior's specialty lies intheir ability to create some of the world’smore comfortable and dexterous gloves –particularly when it comes to cutprotection and anti-impact solutions. Forfurther information, to arrange a handprotection site survey or to arrange a trialof your preferred style please email:[email protected]

Arco becomes a leading providerof height safety solutions Arco has announced the expansion of itsaward winning Training and Consultancydivision with the acquisition of TotalAccess (UK) Limited, one of the UK’slargest independent suppliers of heightsafety and confined space training andequipment. Arco is now able to offer anenhanced range of specialist safetytraining options, either at a customer’sown site or in specialist or mobilefacilities which are delivered by some ofthe UK’s leading safety specialists with astrong track record of providing experttraining to help keep people safe at work.Located in Staffordshire, Total Access hason site, state of the art practical trainingfacilities, simulating realistic workingenvironments supported by a team ofhighly qualified training experts. Thecompany was the first in its industrywithin the UK to be both UKAS auditedand accredited to British Standard8454:2006.

Wild Weather WorkglovesPioneering Gloves from SnickersWorkwear – optimum grip, maximumpower, complete comfort.There’s no doubt that the mostimportant tools that you have on site areyour Hands! That’s why it’s so importantto make sure they are properly lookedafter during the winter months.Snickers now have a range of Workglovesthat cope with even the harshest ofweather conditions. From tough, hard-wearing ‘Weather Essential’ Gloves to“Weather Cut Protection Gloves, thesetop-quality Snickers products will keepyour hands properly protected andwarm. There’s 8 different styles in therange that will suit all types of workingenvironment and weather condition.Typical of these bad weather gloves isthe ‘Weather Dry’ Glove, which is madefrom advanced materials to deliverprecise dexterity, friction and grip evenin wet, cold and slippery conditions.

The only waterproof, windproof,breathable jacket you’ll need all winterAlthough this year’s Halloween was thewarmest since records began, winter ison its way and thoughts are turning towinter workwear. U-Power’s good-looking, Italian-designed Impact WRCwaterproof jacket takes care of everyeventuality, not only at work but atleisure too. Carefully constructed with U-Power’s innovative Storm Shelltechnology, the stylish WRC will alwayskeep you dry, safe, protected andextremely comfortable whatever theenvironment. The versatile and hard-wearing WRC jacket consists of an outerwaterproof, nylon PU-coated, breathableshell with thermo taping and mesh inner,and a warm fleece attachable innerjacket with a central zip.

JSP’s New Fall Arrest RangeBringing JSP Flair to Work at HeightEvery detail of the range, which includestop-quality harnesses, lanyards, restraintsystems, lifelines, retractable fall limiters,rescue equipment, full specialist kits andaccessories, has been meticulously

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ProductsJSP's new collection of harnesses andlanyards covers everything needed forworking safely at height, from theSpartan™ economy range, ideal foroccasional and short term use, throughto the Pioneer™ mid-range, and thenthrough to the premium K2™ collection,which conforms to the higheststandards of technology, comfort, safetyand ergonomic design. For day-long wear, JSP's Pro-Fit™harnesses, made from elasticatedwebbing, offer total safety and comfortwith their ultra-lightweight aluminiumhardware. The Pro-Fit range alsoincludes JSP’s DielectriK™ harness, theonly fully insulated harness in Europe, ismade entirely from electrically-insulating polymers, making it ideal forpeople working in environmentscarrying a risk of electrocution.JSP’s new range of Rescue devicesincludes the CRD (Constant RateDescender) and CRD+, which ensure acontrolled safe descent. The CRD+ canraise as well as lower the casualty ifneeded. The new range of Atex-approved, robust,

retractable fall limiters are cased invirtually indestructible polymer, whilethe new lightweight 2m retractable falllimiter is the lightest in its class in theworld, weighing less than 700g withoutconnectors.

FeaturesAll JSP’s harnesses are colour-coordinated throughout in smart blackand grey with bright red stitching forextra visibility and easy inspection. Withultra-lightweight toughened aluminiumhardware and connectors, the K2 rangefeatures air mesh material to ensurebreathability and extra comfort and toprevent the harnesses fromentanglement for easy donning. Allharnesses and fall arrest lanyards alsohave fall indicators, so that the integrityof the product can be immediatelychecked. Mark Felstead, Height SafetyProduct Manager at JSP, said: “Falls fromheight are sadly still the most commoncause of fatalities and serious injury inthe workplace. JSP are confident thatour new height safety range of productsand ROSPA-accredited training courseswill help reduce that toll.”SUPREME COMFORTwww.jsp.co.uk [email protected]


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The Makita accessory rangeMakita’s extensive range of accessoriesincludes high quality products toenhance the performance of Makitapower tools. Following the philosophythat having invested in a highperformance power tool the samecriteria should always be applied to theselection of bits, blades, abrasives andaccessories that enhance productivity.Innovation is a key ingredient of theaccessory range and recent additionsinclude a tiny magnetic booster that is17 times stronger magnetically than thenormal bit. The Makita ‘Mag Boost’simply slides over a ¼ inch hex drivescrewdriver bit, that is at least 50mmlong, to increase the magnetism of thebit making it easier to pick up the screwsand hold them onto the bit at any anglewhilst moving the screw into place.Especially if your other hand is holdingthe material to be fixed this magneticbooster is valuable in retaining the screwonto the screwdriver bit. Simple butclever, it can even be added to a non-magnetic hand screwdriver for instantmagnetic support. ‘Mag Boost’ is also available in setscomplete with ranges of Impact Goldbits developed for use with impactdrivers.

60 years, still going strong.Trend Routing Technology arecelebrating an extra special year thisyear, they have passed the milestone of60 years in business.Head of Marketing; Luke Hulleycomments “We are delighted at Trend tobe celebrating this fantastic milestone.Internally the majority of our team hasserved over 20 and in some cases over30 years in the business. Being a familyfirm Trend pride themselves on offeringour customers the personal touch andfirst class customer service”.Trend now have over 200 Trend RoutingCentres in the UK that can easily befound on the Trend website www.trend-uk.comLuke Hulley also adds “We ask all ourloyal customers to keep an eye on ourwebsite in the coming months, read ourE News and like Trend on Facebook aswe will be revealing some very excitingcompetitions that can be enteredonline”

New Hitachi 18V 2.5Ah Li-iondrill packs a punchHitachi Power Tools has launched theDV18DGL/JF, a new 18V combi drill thatcomes with a powerful 2.5Ah Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery, delivering great valueand professional performance. The drill has been designed with usercomfort and convenience in mind.Weighing in at just 1.7Kg with thebattery attached, the drill delivers animpressive 55Nm of hard torque.The DV18DGL/JF also features a whiteLED light for use where visibility isdifficult, and there’s a built-in drill bitholder for easy accessory storage. Asingle sleeve chuck with a spindle lockfunction ensures drill bits are heldsecurely, and rotation speed can becontrolled with a simple forward/reverseswitch. Supplied with the HitachiUC18YKSL battery charger, the 2.5Ah Li-Ion battery charges in 75 minutes. The battery has a clever slide design,which also makes it compatible with anyof Hitachi Power Tools’ 18V cordlessrange.

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