Abcd - 04 Apr 2013

April 2013
HOT TOPIC 10 Kim Bendzak explores training grants and funds available to the construction sector BUILDING STUDY 14 We take a look at the design of Gibraltars Airport PRODUCTS 18 All the latest innovations and product news URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPING 24 Simon Stainer from Horsham Stone & Reclamation considers the resurgence of natural stone LIGHTING & ELECTRICS 28 Saima Shafi offers some advice to those choosing an LED luminaire supplier FLOORS, WALLS & CEILINGS 36 Mike Lamb at Warmafloor discusses how ceiling cooling solutions can improve energy efficiency and reduce waste SUSTAINABILITY & ECO SOLUTIONS 42 Terra Therma explains the idea behind a new demonstration Eco House in East Anglia
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Contents 03
News Hot Topic Funding for training Building Study New Gibraltar airport rocks 04 10 12
Product Focus Choosing a garage door thats stylish and secure 14
April 2013
Innovations
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Welcome...
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...to ABC+D April 2013. This months issue covers a broad selection of topics from Lighting & Electrics, in which advice is given for choosing an LED supplier (p.28), to Floors, Walls & Ceilings on page 36 which looks at ceiling cooling solutions, and Sustainability & Eco Solutions (P.42) where we take a visit to a new Eco House in East Anglia which demonstrates new technologies available. Our Building Study on page 12 gives an insight into Gibraltar Airport and how the architects dealt with the complex location to provide an elegant and energy-efficient solution. Product pages start on page 18, so why not take a browse? We welcome your comments and enquiries and will, of course, pass them all on to the relevant person/company. From all of us at ABC+D Follow us on Twitter at: www.twitter.com/abcdmag
Urban Design & Landscaping Specifying stone... Naturally 24 Products 26
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Lighting & Electrics Dont be LED astray Products Focus on Health Healthy first impression Products
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Floors, Walls & Ceilings (inc. Acoustic Solutions) Innovative ceiling cooling solutions are on the up 36 Products 38
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Sustainability & Eco Solutions Demonstrating sustainability Products
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04 News
All the latest global construction news...
BUDGET BUZZ
John Jeffries Laidlaw Interiors Group Whilst the budget statement pledges to invest more in the building of schools and hospitals, which we see as a key area for growth, this is realistically some three years away from happening. To help improve infrastructure, we really need to see investment in projects that can help make a difference today greater investment in those more short term projects will help to kick-start a flagging industry. Tim Pollard Plumb Center Were pleased people are getting support with mortgages and deposits for new homes and we hope that, by combining the new budget announcements with the retrofit work being undertaken on ageing housing stock via the Green Deal, it will make the UK one of the worlds leading energy efficient countries. Simon Rubinsohn RICS The Government has largely failed to realise that infrastructure projects dont need to be big to be effective in creating growth. In fact small might very well be beautiful. Ian Fletcher British Property Federation "This is a strong package of help for housing. Annual transactions are half what they were and that has knock-on consequences for all those parts of the economy that rely on people moving. Helping people needing a deposit has for some time been cited as the missing piece of a coherent housing policy and both are therefore welcome." Colin Wilson DLA Piper The Government is definitely moving in the right direction by voicing its support for the nuclear and carbon capture and storage projects. The deliverability of wider infrastructure projects in transport and social infrastructure would be boosted by similar additional support being offered by Government and it following through on those commitments." Jon Poore Turner & Townsend Public sector infrastructure spending should not be an indiscriminate spraying of investment around the country. Without focus and carefully costed plans, the chancellor might as well send a fleet of RAF helicopters to drop bundles of banknotes. Leonie Greene Solar Trade Association Renewable technologies like solar need bold leadership and a positive vision if we're to compete successfully in the global race the prime minister keeps highlighting. Were on a path to nowhere if his chancellor continues to ignore climate change, the economic potential of the green economy, and the dangerous upward trajectory of fossil fuel prices.
News 05
Liverpudlian innovation
Ryder Architecture's four-storey, 7m Innovation Centre 3 at Liverpool Science Park started on site on 18 March 2013. The 3,750m2 flexible office and commercial laboratory accommodation builds on the success of the two previous science park innovation centres and completes the Metropolitan Cathedral campus, terminating the vista from the urban parkland to the south and creating a focus for the science park community. Innovation Centre 3 (ic3), which merges with Innovation Centre 1 (ic1) at the upper two levels to maximise the efficiency of internal circulation, will provide adaptable office suites in a range of sizes and fully serviced laboratories with communal support facilities. Ryder Architecture's simple and elegant design is based on two contrasting but complementary elements a sharp edged rectilinear block that cantilevers out to face the main paths through the campus and a flowing organic form that snakes across to form the link with ic1. The cantilever box will be solidly clad in dark grey linear rainscreen panels, while a contrasting mix of clear and translucent/ frosted Reglit panels will clothe the curvature and fluidity of the organic form.
NPPF one year on...

The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) recently marked its first anniversary and with it arrives the full force of the presumption in favour of sustainable development. With only 23 local authorities just 7% having in place NPPF compliant Local Plans, there is a window of opportunity for developers wishing to bring forward schemes. Yet, as Stuart Irvine, a director with planning and urban design consultancy Turley Associates says: The NPPF is not an excuse to justify bad development, it is an opportunity to realise good development in a far shorter time frame, and there are early signs that this is beginning to happen. There have been a number of appeal decisions delivered under the influence of the NPPF, where the balance of judgment has been swayed by the need to support economic growth and by a more realistic interpretation of what sustainable development means. Stuart added: The NPPF has yet to realise its true potential and it is only with the slow turning of the screw on Local Plan preparation, that the NPPF will really bite and great strides will be made.
06 News
Tallest tower takes shape

Rising 108 levels and 388m into the sky, Melbournes Australia 108 will be the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere. Designed by architect Fender Katsalidis, the building uses the Commonwealth star on the Australian flag as inspiration for the starburst architectural features at its summit. Australia 108 is crowned by a six star hotel, giving apartment owners a unique opportunity to share in the features and services of an international class hotel. The hotel lobby sits on the 84th floor, where residents and guests have access to two restaurants, two bars and several lounges. A fresh food market and caf also feature at ground and lower levels. Planning minister, Matthew Guy commented: Australia 108 will be an outstanding addition to Melbournes skyline. This tower signifies the best of Victorian architecture and a drive for enterprise and ingenuity that exists nowhere else in Australia. I am proud to approve a tower that will define our city for many years to come and which I am sure will become as iconic a Melbourne landmark as Flinders Street Station or Federation Square.
STONE ON SHOW The Natural Stone Show takes place on 30/4-2/5 at Londons ExCeL centre. For tickets visit www.stoneshow.co.uk LIGHTING EXHIBITION Architectural, Retail & Commercial Lighting show, arc, is coming to ExCeL on 19-21 May. Tickets available from: www.thearcshow.com MASTER CLASS John Cullen is holding a garden lighting master class on 4 June between 10 and 11:30am at its London showroom. Enquire by telephoning 202 7351 4719 PROPERTY SUMMIT The second London Property Summit will explore unlocking Londons capital value. It takes place on 17/10 at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.
New algaebased faade

Arup unveiled the worlds first pilot bioreactor faade at the BIQ House during Hamburgs International Building Exhibition. With 200m2 of integrated photo-bioreactors, the passiveenergy house generates biomass and heat. At the same time, the system integrates additional functionalities such as dynamic shading, thermal insulation and noise abatement. The microalgae used in the faades is cultivated in flat panel glass bioreactors. In total, 129 bioreactors were installed on the South West and South East facing walls of the four-storey residential building. The heart of the system is the fully automated energy management centre, where solar thermal heat and algae are harvested in a closed loop to be stored and used to generate hot water.
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New energy efficiency white paper

Drumbeat Energy Management has published a white paper on independent measurement & verification entitled IPMVP and improving energy-efficiency: The importance of independent measurement & verification. Energy efficiency is a market with tremendous potential but remains largely untapped. This white paper gives a reason for this inertia a lack of trust in the industry and uncertainty around the real level of energy savings that can be delivered to customers. The white paper highlights good practice in independent Measurement & Verification (M&V) as a simple and cost-effective solution to help overcome these barriers and to help to drive the sector forward. Drumbeat Energy Management aims to transform the way that businesses and other organisations manage their energy consumption. Download the full white paper on Measurement & Verification at www.drumbeatenergy.com/ images/Drumbeat_IPMVP_White_Paper_March13.pdf
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08 News
SUSTAINABILITY
Graham Sprigg
SYMPOSIUM
Ecobuild 2013: What next?
With this years Ecobuild event taking place last month, it is an ideal time to assess the impacts (both certain and potential) that the built environment sustainability exhibition may, or will, have. Has the three-day event pushed us further in the right direction? Can we now feel more optimistic about the collective path were taking? A number of topics were discussed and debated by leading figures in the field, but two of the major ones were the Governments Green Deal initiative, and the zero carbon homes policy. The first of the Ecobuild conferences was dedicated to the Green Deal an innovative loan-scheme that enables house owners to undertake energy efficiency improvements at no upfront cost. Speaking at the session was energy and climate change secretary Ed Davey, who used the opportunity to address a number of concerns that have arisen in recent times. So what do Daveys attempted alleviations mean for the scheme and the industry going forward? One of the primary concerns is that take-up of the initiative is too low. In response to this, Davey stated that legal reasons prevented him from disclosing exact figures, which simply added fuel to the rumours. However, since then, official figures have been released, showing that more than 1,800 assessments were lodged in the first month far more than most expected. Another topic that was hotly discussed throughout the event was the zero carbon homes policy and, in particular, what can be expected in terms of Part L of the Building Regulations. It has been widely recognised across the construction industry that uncertainty surrounding this topic is a major issue. Without clarity in terms of regulation, progress will continue to be hindered. The second day of the event saw communities minister Don Foster provide a highly anticipated update on these Building Regulations and, in particular, the upping of efficiency standards. Though no finalised actions were announced, Foster did confirm that a statement on Part L of the Building Regulations will be delivered in the spring. When this happens, the construction industry will get their much needed clarity and the path to zero carbon can continue. Though Ecobuild is the worlds largest event on sustainability in the built environment, it was not limited to just this. There were a number of seminars dedicated to wider sustainability subjects, including the controversial topics of fracking and nuclear power, providing a valuable insight into these areas. How successful the exhibition was in terms of moving us further in the right direction is something that cannot be answered simply. A lot more time is needed for the outcomes to have an effect, but I for one, am certainly optimistic. Graham Sprigg is managing director of IMS Consulting, which specialises in sustainability engagement, strategy and communication in the construction sector. Visit www.imsplc.com for more information. Your ideas, thoughts and comments are welcome. Email graham.sprigg@imsplc.com
Celebrating a transport icon

On the 80th anniversary of the first public appearance of his Tube map design and the 150th anniversary of the London Underground, Harry Beck (1902-1974) was commemorated with an English Heritage blue plaque at his birthplace, 14 Wesley Road, Leyton, E10 on 25 March. Sam Mullins, London Transport Museum director said: Becks map was revolutionary in its simplicity. It has become a London icon and influenced the design of many Metro maps across the globe. His work forms part of the overall design ethic of Transport for London and its predecessor organisations, and his original artwork for the London map and the Paris Metro are both on display in London Transport Museums Design for Travel gallery.
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10 Hot Topic
Funding for training
FUNDING FOR TRAINING COULD BE THE LIFELINE YOU NEED

Kim Bendzak, managing director of Apple Construction Training, an accredited training provider for the construction sector, explores the training grants and funds available to help give your business that much needed boost...
ith the construction sector in survival mode, funding and grants to help train and develop the skills of you and your staff could be a lifeline for any business. Work may be scarce for some construction companies at the moment, but ensuring staff are equipped with the right skills that are up-to-date with health and safety requirements is essential for maintaining safety on site as well as avoiding any on the spot fines. The Health and Safety Executive announced plans to clamp down on any construction sites not meeting regulations with plans to target 3,000 construction sites as part of its annual inspection drive. Health and Safety inspectors can implement immediate fines during site visits if they believe health and safety procedures are not being followed. This can amount to thousands and even tens of thousands of pounds. There's also the hope that more work will come through since the Government promised funding to assist in the build of 120,000 new homes, an annual infrastructure investment of 33bn and 1bn towards the build of 100 free schools and academies. If we're to get Britain building again and support new construction projects then construction companies needs to continue to sustain skills so they can compete for new contracts and deliver high quality products. There are millions of pounds of funding and grants for training to help companies develop their workforce and to keep their sites safe, but few are aware of the money or know how to go about accessing it. Apprenticeships Hiring an apprentice can be an attractive prospect as employers can qualify for an apprenticeship grant through the Skills Funding Agency (SFA) via an accredited training provider, as long as the apprentice is guaranteed a full time job at the end of the course. Apprentices earn while they learn on the job. The courses are three to 12 months after which they're fully qualified to work on a construction site doing certain jobs such as a groundsman or a plant operator. Up-skill or retrain But it's not just new starters that get financial help with their career. If you want to up-skill your workforce and ensure that they have the highest levels of health and safety awareness,
then one of the best ways is through the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS), which is a colour coded card scheme. The colour of your card depends on your level of skills and health and safety knowledge. To get a Red Trainer Operator card, which will allow you on site, you have to pass a CPCS test first. To upgrade from a Red to a Blue Experienced Worker CPCS card, which is awarded to people that have the highest level of skill and knowledge, then staff need to complete a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) course like a Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ assessment. Once a worker has passed a CPCS Test to get a Red card then they can apply for a CSkills CPCS Grant to go towards an NVQ course, as long as their employer is registered with the national construction training body, CSkills, as a Levy Payer which is a tax against earnings used towards training grants. These grants range from 250, 300 and 470 per plant, depending on the size of the plant and you can apply for them through CSkills or a training provider. But there is a limit of up to two passed tests a year. Any levy paying employer can also apply for 610 per person once a worker has successfully completed a Level 2 NVQ course for a blue card. Your training provider can also get more money off, on top of these grants so it's worth asking. It's also wise to check that staff have completed and passed Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) Tests before undertaking further CPCS training. Companies try and leave these tests until the last minute as they dont want to take the team off site. This can be a costly error because, if the candidate then fails the CSCS test the they cant go on to sit the CPCS test. If you're using a training company that's flexible enough to undertake these tests at your site, completing these two test separately shouldn't be as much of an issue. Restrictions To apply for grants, the individual worker has to reside in England and the employer has to have less than 250 staff. Anyone under 24 can get more money off. But, no matter your age, if a staff member has already passed more than one Level 2 NVQ course or they are already qualified in a Level 3, 4, 5 or 6 NVQ then they won't be able to claim. People forget previous qualifications or believe that they don't count if they did them years ago, but they do. It helps to ensure that your training provider does an eligibility check before applying. If the individual passes the eligibility test and all their forms are completed correctly then it's extremely likely that funding will be granted.
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12 Building Study
Gibraltar Airport
NEW GIBRALTAR AIRPORT ROCKS

Gibraltar Airport's uniquely situated new terminal building is modern, dynamic, transparent and airy. Designed by 3DReid and bblur architecture, it is a world class facility which has created opportunities for flights from Spain and the rest of Europe to Gibraltar...
Hufton & Crow
A unique and complex location The new terminal is the first building visitors will see when they enter Gibraltar by air, road or on foot and is located immediately at the frontier, with the Rock as a backdrop. Sited within an extraordinary and spectacular landscape, it is bound by very tight constraints on all sides, with the frontier with Spain to the north, the existing airport runway to the south, Winston Churchill Avenue to the west and tapering land with RAF restrictions to the east. The building is two-storeys high and covers 19,600m2. A refined and elegant design solution With over 20 years experience in aviation, the design team approached this commission with consideration and empathy, and created an Hufton & Crow important public space both around and inside the terminal. A large, over-sailing roof, providing shade and shelter to the fully glazed walls which maximise views to the Rock and across the straits toward Afric, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, reflects the terminal's aviation function and maritime location. The forecourt creates a new, landscaped park providing a generous welcome to Gibraltar and the airport and an identifiable place' at the frontier, a place to meet and greet whether on a local or extended journey. There are double height spaces within the terminal and an extensive airside roof terrace, designed as an extension to the departures lounge. The terminal, which operates over two levels with an area of 19,600m2, has a primary check-in and arrivals concourse at ground floor on the west side of the terminal. The terminal was also designed to accommodate entry and exit of passengers directly at the frontier. Key design attributes It takes advantage of fantastic views over the airfield towards the rock The dramatic roof overhang and solar shading create a building which is architecturally significant and environmentally sensitive The use of glazing achieves transparency between the interior and exterior, allows the terminal to be predominantly naturally lit and provides extensive views out of the terminal. The fifth elevation (roof) is very important as it is seen from the rock the roof lights are laid out to visually guide passengers through some of the more internal routes and generate subtle animation of the space thoughout the day, from throwing disks of diffused sunlight onto the floor, to capturing the blue glow in the early evening.
Energy efficient Energy efficiency has been a key consideration. The design incorporates a large roof overhang to provide a high level of solar shading which maintains a cool environment. High performance double glazing and automated roller blinds contribute to enhanced energy performance. Certain features of the design result from the building's proximity to the sea. In addition to the need for close attention to detailing and specifications for external elements due to the corrosive marine environment, there was also concern about maintaining the appearance of the glazing, not just from salt-saturated air but also wind-borne sand and dust particles. The design solution includes a special external cleansing system that intermittently rinses the faades to eliminate accumulated material. The de-ionised water used in the system further improves the effectiveness of the rinsing process. Buro Happold's Fire Engineering developed a holistic fire safety design that integrates a combination of passive and active fire safety measures, along with management measures which combine to give a simple but robust fire strategy for the building. This provides several benefits: Life safety protection to the large numbers of passengers and staff using the terminal; containing fire and smoke to limited areas and reducing operational disruption in the event of an incident. Team definition and roles Daniel Brub and Matthew Bedward led the 3DReid design team from concept to planning scheme design, until they left to form bblur architecture in 2008. 3DReid and bblur architecture agreed to collaborate throughout the design development and delivery phases of the project with Daniel Brub leading the project as concept guardian and lead designer working with 3DReid and the contractor to deliver the terminal and associated infrastructure. This was to ensure that Dragados S.A., the Spanish contractor who was awarded the design-build contract of the terminal and associated infrastructure works, remained faithful to the original design intent. During the course of the project delivery, bblur architecture was also commissioned to design the interior of the terminal, and to redesign the terminal forecourt and adjacent public realm with Spacehub. In addition to the main terminal building, 3DReid and bblur architecture have designed the Park & Ride facility, a six level multi-storey carpark, on the opposite side of the runway.
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Building Study 13
Gibraltar Airport
Hufton & Crow
Project team & Key Facts: Client: Government of Gibraltar Architect: 3DReid and bblur Architecture Engineer: Buro Happold Main contractor: Dragados S.A. Aviation consultant: NACO B.V. Landscape consultant: Spacehub Project management: Gibraltar Land Reclamation Company
ENQUIRIES For more information about 3D Reid or bblur architecture use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ201
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14 Feature
Product Focus
Choosing a garage door thats stylish and secure

When completing a housing project, choosing the right garage door may be the farthest thing from your mind. However, Simon Hipgrave, managing director of Garador argues that selecting the right garage door is paramount, not only to the security, but also the overall finish of a property...
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any developers understandably focus on the front door and windows when considering security. While these are undeniably crucial, it is important not to overlook the access which can be gained through the garage door. It is not only the goods within a garage which are put at risk through a lack of security. A poorly-designed or securitydeficient garage door could also provide criminals with easy access to a property. Finding the right garage door is therefore of upmost importance when securing any property against theft. In a recent survey of home owners with garage doors, 35% of respondents indicated that they use their garage as an extra living space of some kind, while nearly 50% of respondents have up to 3,000 worth of goods stored in their garage. This alone gives a good indication as to the level of security a home-owner should expect from their garage door. With around 40% of those surveyed saying that they had been the victim of a crime at some point in their lives, garage security should be a top priority when it comes to any domestic development. The UK police initiative Secured by Design (SBD) is dedicated to designing out crime in homes across the UK. Jon Cole from Secured by Design commented: Secured by Design focuses on crime prevention of homes and commercial premises, and promotes the use of security standards for a wide range of applications and products. Membership in the UK currently includes over 400 companies and Garador is proud to be the first up and over garage door manufacturer to be included in the scheme.
Garadors Guardian Range of doors have undergone rigorous tests to assure that they will stand up to the test that criminals may adopt in their attempts to break into a garage. We have always been proud of the strength and quality of our doors, but to now be able to provide a door recognised with the Secured by Design accreditation is fantastic but this accomplishment has not been achieved overnight. We have made a number of intricate adaptations to our product, to ensure that these doors meet the very strict SBD criteria and are as secure as possible. Of course security is not the only consideration when it comes to selecting the right garage door, and Simon is keen to cater for developers who are looking to improve a propertys curb-side appeal, without compromising on security. With more and more house hunters looking at photos of potential properties online, it is important for the exterior of a property to look its best. With garage doors making up around 30% of the facia of an average house, it is not something that should be overlooked when planning a project. Garador offers a range of contemporary stainless steel design doors that will set homes apart. The design range of doors includes subtle stainless steel finishes, providing a secure and ultra-stylish solution for any garage. With a range of matching front doors on offer too, Garador has created a solution to keep all entrances stylish and secure. Todays home-owners really care about the appearance of a potential property and the garage door has traditionally been plain...until now. Our Design Door range is already proving to be extremely popular as these doors can add personality and style to the exterior of any property. With the option of selecting a matching Factory interior showing Beaumont front door steel panel doors from our Frontguard range too, we can offer a stylish and secure solution f or any style of home.
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omplex bi-folding external door configurations around a 90 corner or bay are becoming ever more popular in new build homes especially where a conservatory or orangery is part of the buildings design. Incorporating this more unusual feature can offer the homeowner unhindered vistas over their garden or patio when the doors are open. To achieve this feature, in-line bi-folding doors can be installed, however, if the homeowner wishes to maximise light
into their home and provide ease of operation, they can now choose an Origin 90 moving corner set to increase the glazed area. The Origin Easifold Doors can be opened around a corner of the building leaving unobstructed access to and from the interior. To install an unobstructed moving corner post configuration, the new building must incorporate a cantilevered roof support in its structural design. If this is not possible, in refurbishment projects for example, a fixed corner support post will have to be considered. Origin 90 moving corner door sets and in-line door sets suit modern house designs as their clean lines blend beautifully with the rest of the building. The new FastrackCAD/Origin database includes drawings for two to eight door bi-folding in-line configurations and six or eight door bi-folding moving corner post sets and is available on www.fastrackcad.com. For further product information contact Origin Frames: Telephone 0845 894 8989 Email: hello@bifoldingdoors.co.uk.
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The solid surface material known as Samsung Staron is now being exclusively distributed in the UK and Ireland by Blackheath Products. Manufactured from a blend of natural materials, acrylics and pigments, this multi-tasking product offers designers a new way of creating and shaping surfaces for virtually every type of interior application. This high performance solid material is 100% waterproof, stain resistant and highly durable. Its 6 or 12mm thick, through-colour consistency means that it can be cut, shaped and fabricated to create endless options in a choice of 80 colours, pebbled and speckled finishes, together with a variety of edge profiles and numerous surface finishes.
ENHANCED USEABILITY
Specialist envelope contractor, Prater has launched a new website, with intuitive navigation to enhance usability. Architects, contractors and developers can now quickly find the information they need and, for the first time, clients can access bid submissions via a new Client Portal. Visitors to Praters new website will notice an enhanced level of information and usability including high quality project images and a clear navigation bar to filter by, enabling them to browse and view what they want easily. The website features an overview of Praters various disciplines, including specialised works, hard metals and Solar PV, as well as detailed information on the companys Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach, Environmental Policy and detailed case study information.
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ONE FLUE TECHNOLOGY

Rinnai UK has announced the launch of a common flue system to support its commercial water heating solutions. The flues will streamline installations of its award ainning condensing continuous flow gas hot water heaters and make the process significantly more costeffective. Rinnai has designed and developed a common header flue system that eliminates the need for individual flue termination on modular banks of water heaters and commercial buffer systems.
RIBA APPROVAL FOR DOW ROOF INSULATION CPD

The Royal Institute of British Architects, (RIBA), has approved a new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) online module from STYROFOAM manufacturer, Dow Building Solutions, called Specifying insulation for inverted flat roofing. The RIBA Online CPD offers information on extruded polystyrene products as an insulation choice for inverted flat roofs and gives key pointers to bear in mind when reviewing U-value calculations and specifying insulation material for such applications. Specifying insulation for inverted flat roofing is available to view online and is part of the RIBA Core Curriculum. Chartered RIBA members are obliged to undertake a minimum of 20 of their yearly 35 hours CPD from this curriculum, with two hours of CPD time in each of ten, key topics. The new Dow Building Solutions CPD sits within the designing and building it section, and, because it is RIBA certified, is worth double points. The CPD takes around 30 minutes to complete and comes with a voiceover and questionnaire.
NEW BROCHURE MAKES A SPLASH

Yeoman Rainguard has launched a new, 60-page brochure packed full of information including details on its aluminium, GRP, cast iron, copper, zinc and stainless steel rainwater systems, as well as product images, case studies on new build and renovation projects and technical fixing details. The brochure also provides customers with the opportunity to take a closer look at Yeoman Rainguards exciting new range of products, accessories and colours.
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NEW AND IMPROVED LINEAR RANGE

Ibstock has enhanced and extended its distinctive Linear brick range to offer the architectural market increased choice and improved design options. For 2013, Ibstock has further developed the Linear range so that it now offers over 50 bespoke product choices to architects and specifiers seeking striking and distinctive finishes for their building designs. The Linear range has a well-established reputation as an elegant, high performance long thin brick that can offer flexibility in bond pattern and joint size while helping turn an architectural vision into reality.
SEMI-FRAMELESS FIXING
New style Aluma aluminium balustrades from Sapphire are part of the regeneration of two housing estates in Lewisham, south London. Sapphires relaunched Aluma system, featuring semi-frameless fixing for glass infill panels, strikes the perfect balance between durability and visual appeal for residential balconies in four new tower blocks on the Heathside and Lethbridge estates. In addition to aluminium and glass balcony balustrades, Sapphire also supplied polished stainless steel handrails with coated steel uprights and vertical bar infills to give function and style to internal communal stairways. As part of its total support package for this prestigious residential project, Sapphire developed two new, time-saving concepts. Deliveries were made in Sapphires new stackable crates, preloaded with components required for each floor before leaving for site, so all items could be craned up to the relevant floor in one lift. Sapphire also supplied complex drilling templates, which helped reduce installation time on site, while ensuring better BZ211 accuracy.
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STRIKING STAIRCASES
The TAPER-LOC System from CR Laurence was recently used to create a striking staircase at ESSA Academy, Bolton. TAPER-LOC is 50% faster to install than traditional alternatives and, as it is a totally dry glaze system, there is no need for wet cement. The product uses a horizontal TAPER-LOC design, which allows the system to be adjusted, dismantled and re-set easily and efficiently making it suitable for replacing scratched and broken panels in existing applications.
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CUSTOM MADE SOLUTION

Rinnais new Infinity Plus Cascade is a custom made water heating solution that brings together multiple units of the companys award-winning HDC1500 condensing continuous flow water heater into single, easy to handle modules. Infinity Plus Cascade has been developed by Rinnai to guarantee the maximum amount of affordable, ecologically friendly, safe temperature-controlled hot water required at any one time by even the heaviest commercial user. Infinity Plus Cascade 1500 is engineered to the highest standards and, with considerable added value, brings the benefits of continuous flow hot water systems to a bigger market sector. This is good news for the end user and for our installers, said Chris Goggin, Rinnai UK operations director.
THE ROOFING CONTRACTORS ACCESSORY

In an increasingly competitive market it is important to offer the most appropriate solution in the quickest time possible. Thats why Gradient Flat Roofing has launched a new Accessories Guide which gathers together information on the companys range of tapered flat roofing accessories into a handy single point of reference. BZ214 Downloadable from the Gradient website, the new, 12-page document offers specification and benefit details on various accessories such as trapezoidal fillers, angle fillets, water deflectors and drainer boards. The Accessories Guide also provides information on typical applications and fixing techniques for each of the products.
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SUPERDEEP SYSTEM
Kayflow has launched a new, high strength, high volume guttering system, the SuperDeep 170. It has been designed to handle much more rainwater than standard guttering systems. Recommended for fixing at 600mm intervals, each fascia bracket is able to carry a weight of 125kg, or 19.5 stone. With a flow rate of around 10L/s, the SuperDeep 170 has the capacity to carry over ten times more water than a standard half round gutter and at least five times more water than a standard deep system.
ARMSTRONGS WOOD RANGE GROWS

Armstrong Ceilings has enhanced its new wood range to make it possible for specifiers to achieve multiple layout combinations with standard products. The original range was launched last summer with either an exposed grid, tiles or planks, and in veneer, where real wood gives a particularly prestigious, high-class solution. Alternatively, laminate offers a durable and more affordable option. Both the tiles and planks enable ease of installation as well as safe and secure accessibility to the plenum for electrical and HVAC maintenance in interiors such as board rooms, lounge areas, atriums, hotel lobbies, offices and libraries. The range is now also available as a concealed system using hook-on panels on a standard grid in three panel sizes, five standard matt veneers and three perforation options for optimum acoustics. Panel sizes of up to 2.4m long can be mixed and matched as a continuous or cloud ceiling on the same project to help create a distinctive visual; a 6mm reveal enabling a true monolithic visual to be achieved. In addition to the concealed option, there is also a configurable option which offers specifiers customised designs using an extended range of up to 34 veneers including Alder Wood, Bamboo, Douglas Fir, Olive Ash and US Maple.
NEW CATALOGUE
Toolstation has launched its biggest ever catalogue with 400 new products and over 1,000 price cuts. Great savings include 25 off a stylish chrome towel radiator, now just 49.97. Spring is here, so Toolstation has slashed prices across metal paints, decking oils, and wood preservers, while big brands such as Fischer fixings and Sparky power tools have also been added. Pick up the new Catalogue 49 from one of Toolstations 120 plus sales counters across the UK.
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GOING UP...
The new range of stainless steel Library Ladders from architectural glazing and interiors specialist D R Services helps building owners make the best use of their wall space. The new Library Ladders allow building users to install floor-to-ceiling bookshelves or general storage and access them safely and easily. Full-height shelving is becoming increasingly popular as people seek better use of the available space. Julie Jarvis, director of D R Services says that the new, German-made ladders fill a niche in the market: No-one else satisfies this market requirement and there are a lot of large residential houses, libraries and shops that need to use the entire volume of the building rather than just the footprint space, she said.
HIGH PERFORMANCE THERMAL DOOR

Masterdor has launched its first Thermal door with a U-value of 0.9 W/m2K. Utilising a combination of materials with exceptional thermal performance, the 0.9 Thermal door is the Litchfield Groups latest solution to the stringent standards of Passivhaus and the Code for Sustainable Homes, and initiatives such as the Green Deal. With a solid timber encasement delivering the solidity, security and elegance of a timber door, the door benefits from the added thermal advantages of a high performance, insulating foam core made from CFC and HCFC free Polyisocyanurate (PIR), and has an ozone depletion potential of zero.
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GUIDING LIGHT
GPS technology from Alpha Micro Components fitted as part of the Miralite skylight from Area Energy is playing a crucial role in helping the unit track the sun and drive natural light into buildings enabling businesses to turn off artificial lights for up to 10.5 hours per day, reduce their carbon footprint and dramatically slash their utility bills. Alpha Micros u-blox Max 6 global positioning system housed within the roof light determines the coordinates of the unit and tracks the sun, re-directing light down into the building below via angled mirrors under the dome.
DOORS IN MOTION
Launched this year is Folding Motion, the UKs first automatic sliding folding door for the home. This means that, at the touch of a button, a bifolding glass door system of up to 15m long can be opened or closed with no effort. There are even options of door activation via remote key fob, iPhone/iPad control or with finger print reader. Bringing-the-outside-in is an aspiration of many home owners and property developers and the Folding Motion automatic folding door system does just that. On one command, the electrically operated doors automatically fold back for a seamless connection to the outside landscape offering enjoyment of a much bigger space. By contrast, the folding doors can be effortlessly closed to contain the warmth yet still allow a view of the world beyond. Backed by 20 years of experience in commercial automatic door manufacture and advanced engineering, the Folding Motion doors can accommodate door leaves up to 1m wide, 3m high and span nearly 15m long. With double glazed units as standard, the thermally broken bifolding doors have a high U-value rating surpassing all current Building Regulations. There are almost infinite possibilities including inward and outward opening, a range of door sills, hundreds of colours and various choices of glass to meet customers precise requirements.
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EXTENDED OAK RANGE

Timbmet has updated and extended its range of kiln dried, Engineered White Oak Mouldings. Providing clear, knot free profiles with increased stability and minimal waste, the Timbmet range is extensive. It now includes ex-stock skirting and architrave products, along with a range of stair products including mopstick and crown handrails, infil and base rails. The door and window range includes rebated door casings, door linings, weather bars and window boards. A moulding for internal cladding application completes the range. Timbmets Engineered Oak Moulding range is available from stock, ready to be delivered within 48 hours.
Encasement expands boiler casing range for social housing and private residential
Encasement has expanded its range of cost effective range of Boiler Pipe Work Casings for social housing and private residential applications, which increases their versatility by providing an even wider choice of width, depth and height options on ex-stock and bespoke casings. The next day delivery, ex-stock boiler pipe casings range now includes six depth options ranging from 75mm to 200mm in 25mm increments, which are also available in a choice of three widths of 400mm, 420mm and 440mm to match standard boiler dimensions to easily cover pipe work and flues. Every ex-stock casing has a smooth joint free laminate finish for easy cleaning and can be supplied in a standard height of 495mm or in lengths of 2500mm and 3000mm for on site cutting to meet individual project requirements. Where even great versatility is needed, Encasements bespoke boiler pipe casings provide an ideal solution, as they are tailor made to meet individual boiler requirements. The casings can be manufactured in any width from 150mm to 600mm with depths from 75mm up to 300mm and have only a 3 to 5 day lead-time. Supplied in one piece and incorporating either a thin uPVC jointing strip or a laminated finish with no visible join, the bespoke range is available in both in U shaped or L configurations, for use with mid-wall and corner boiler installations. Encasement specialises in the supply of decorative casings, protection solutions and sustainable products for the architectural, contracting and construction sectors. Full specifications and details for all our Boiler Pipe Work Casings are available by visiting http://www.encasement.co.uk/boiler-pipe-work-casing.html Enquiry Number BZ15
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NEW KIT IS EASY

Rinnai has developed a new easyinstall rack system designed to make installation of its Heavy Duty Condensing range of Infinity continuous flow water heaters even simpler, without any excessive re-jigging of pipe work and eliminating flue core hole issues. The new, value option is a wall-mounted unit designed to accommodate Rinnais Infinity Plus Cascade. The Infinity Plus Cascade is a custom made water heating solution that combines multiple units of the companys award-winning proven energy saving 1,500 and/or 1,200 condensing units together with Rinnais newly developed common header flue system technology. Infinity Plus Cascade is already available with its own made-to-measure freestanding rack, however, the new, wall-mounted value version has been developed as a cost-effective value alternative to complement the existing freestanding version.
A FIRST FROM AERECO

Aereco has launched the fully demand controlled MVHR system, the DXR. It is said to be the first ever fully DC domestic MVHR system both on supply and exhaust to be developed. Aereco says its new DXR system can achieve 92% energy savings compared with a mechanical exhaust ventilation (MEV) system at constant airflow, while providing the same indoor air quality. Aereco DXR is engineered to automatically adjust ventilation according to the specific needs of each room when other products in the market propose constant or globally controlled airflows. Aereco DXR combines the benefits of both airflow modulation and heat recovery. Modulation enables a significant reduction of the average airflows while providing excellent air quality. Heat losses on average are halved in comparison with a constant airflow ventilation system.
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BEST IN SHOW
A new anchor system from Ancon that changes the way concrete slab-to-wall joints are constructed has been voted Best Product in Show at the 2013 UK Concrete Show. The Ancon KSN Anchor creates high performance joints quickly and more safely than re-bend continuity boxes or couplerbased solutions which involve either rebar straightening or awkward anchorage lengths in the wall. The internallythreaded anchors are simply cast into the wall and, during construction of the adjoining slab, accept continuation bars
A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

GEZE UK has launched a new CPD seminar titled Designing Effective Heat and Smoke Ventilation at the RIBA Roadshow in Portland Place, London. Offering chartered architects invaluable advice and guidance, which contributes to their continuing professional development, the new training seminar gives architects the confidence and knowledge to specify fire and smoke ventilation systems in residential and commercial properties. The seminar covers all the relevant standards and regulations including Approved Document B, BS 9999:2008, BS 9991 and BS EN 12101. By outlining the factors affecting the choice of ventilation systems and explaining how ventilation systems for smoke and heat extraction work, the seminar will show how to make the correct calculations and select the best equipment and system for both the location and application. Operations director Simon Bowden said: This seminar is designed to show architects how effective smoke ventilation and great design can go hand-in-hand to improve life safety. Different window configurations can affect how much smoke is removed, so were hoping to provide an insight into how the ideal design can be calculated and which factors need to be considered when specifying.
REVERSIBLE SYSTEM
The Litchfield Group has launched a high performance reversible window profile series, with a 0.8W/m2K U-value. The Sheerframe 8000 Reversible offers thermal performance and energy efficiency. The windows are compatible with all levels of the Code for Sustainable Homes and provide an easy solution for meeting Part B of Building Regulations for escaping and evacuating, thanks to its efficient reversible operating system. Featuring a highly efficient, fivechambered profile system for improved insulation and strength, the PVC profiles minimise heat loss through the frame.
prepared with a Bartec parallelthread. Unlike re-bend systems where bar length, spacing and diameter are restricted by physical box dimensions, KSN Anchors provide total design flexibility. The KSN system easily accommodates the longer lap lengths now required by Eurocode 2 and a standard timber carrier allows multiple anchors to be installed simultaneously, at the designed spacing.
TAKE ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS

The Lead Sheet Association (LSA)s advisory service exists to provide technical guidance and assistance to help you get the best performance out of lead manufactured to BS EN 12588. With years of accumulated experience, the technical team provides independent advice covering all forms of installation over a range of building types. From assessments of the lead on historic buildings such as the Tower of London and, more recently, the Chelsea Barracks, to contemporary and domestic buildings, the LSA team is able to advise property owners, specifiers, facilities managers and surveyors, on the improvements needed to roof or cladding installations of any complexity. Most general enquiries are free or incur a small administration charge. The consultancy, involving site visits, reports and recommendations offers good value for money and, most importantly, independent advice from industry experts.
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Urban Design & Landscaping
Specifying stone... NATURALLY

Horsham Stone & Reclamations Simon Stainer explains why natural stone is enjoying a resurgence and looks at the benefits it can bring to both outdoor and indoor projects...
hen the fashion became to install an outdoor decking area in a garden, the use of natural stone fell quite considerably. But, as with every five minutes of fashion fame, the old guard is fighting back and enjoying a resurgence. More and more people are beginning to realise that the timeless elegance of stone far outweighs the here and now of decking. The maintenance headache is not a factor either, with natural stone being relatively maintenance-free, just requiring a jet wash every so often. But it is not just the convenience aspect that is making natural stone a popular choice again. Stone expert, Simon Stainer, director of Sussex-based Horsham Stone & Reclamation looks at the various benefits that including natural stone in an outdoor area can bring. Laying a natural stone patio has a number of practical benefits such as its durability and versatility, lasting much longer than decking and being able to endure a lot of wear and tear. Add in the fact that it will look beautiful from day one, it does not need a sealant and is extremely resilient to harsh weather conditions, and it is easy to see why its in demand again. The versatility of stone means that once it is quarried it can be cut to many different shapes and sizes, so whether it is being used for a small courtyard, or an area in sprawling acres, it does offer the opportunity to create a truly one-off space.
This also means that it can not only be used to create a traditional English country garden, but also a minimalist area where the stone is carved to create one-off individual sculptures. The many different tones and colours that different types of stone bring also add to the individuality. As natural stone gradually weathers, the colours are constantly changing, which adds to the uniqueness of the area. Take Horsham stone for example, ripple marks occur on the top of the sandstone beds that weather into a range of beautiful yellows, browns and blues. Or, with the increasingly popular Indian Sandstone, people can choose from a wide variety of colours from the traditional grey, to the multi coloured rainbow. Then there is also the eco-friendliness. Natural stone is a material that is perhaps not top of the list when people think of green building products, tending to see it in a similar vein to concrete, but, as consumers, architects, builders and developers are looking to use more sustainable products, natural stone is also becoming the preference for those wishing to lead a more eco-friendly life. With the ease of maintenance, longevity of the material and the velocity at which it is naturally produced compared to the rate of use by mankind, it is one of the most sustainable products on the market. Additionally, when used correctly in the construction of a building, the thermal mass of stone makes it a great choice to help reduce the amount
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of energy needed to heat a building, an excellent advantage as money saving is also high on many agendas. When a stone wall is included on the sunny side of a structure, it will store the heat and release it slowly over a period of time, helping to retain heat in colder weather and vice versa. Add in the factor of shopping locally, helping to reduce the carbon footprint of the distance that the stone has to travel, and natural stone opens up to a whole new audience. Large, big named DIY stores will have a number of samples which may have been imported from overseas. But by going to your local stone yard, the product will have been quarried only a few miles away, severely cutting down on the carbon footprint. You are also buying something that is truly local. Furthermore, and something which is very popular with Horsham Stone customers, is the fact that, at a stone yard you will be able to pick out certain pieces, which can really add character as no two pieces are the same. As the way we use our homes is changing, a stone floor is also increasingly being used to make an indoor/outdoor room. Stone is perhaps the only material that can successfully create the seamless connection between an indoor and outdoor
space, in particular limestone as it is suitable for both uses. But, with all the different types of stone available, how do people know what to choose? Speaking to a stone expert about a project, no matter how big or small, at a local stone yard will certainly help. But generally, Sawn Indian sandstones and Granite work well for a contemporary look because of their clean and smooth finish, whereas reclaimed Yorkstone and Horsham Stone flagstones work well for period properties. For pathways and cottage patios, we would always recommend crazy paving as it has a lot of character, and then for something really special, Tumbled Indian Sandstone for use around swimming pools, as the tumbled effect gives a softer feel underfoot. There are a number of other cheaper materials on the market that will create a nice looking patio area, but I honestly believe that for longevity and a truly beautiful space, you cant beat the stunning look of natural stone.
ENQUIRIES For more information about Horsham Stone & Reclamation use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ230
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In Depth: Urban Design & Landscaping
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LANDSCAPING BROCHURE
Sustainable timber and building materials supplier, Jewson has released a new Landscaping 2013 brochure, in conjunction with Marshalls. The brochure highlights the wide range of high quality and diverse garden and driveway products available from over 600 Jewson branches nationwide, including over 100 specialist landscaping centres. With a new design that features large, inspirational photography, the comprehensive brochure includes new products from Marshalls including the Fairstone Sawn Linear, Fairstone Flamed and Perfecta paving. New additions to the Jewson range include gazebos and pergolas, lighting and an extended range of garden structures, all of which are available to order online.
A GRAND PERSPECTIVE
Tobermores Secura retaining wall range is helping to revolutionise the appearance of wall systems by offering customers beautiful yet effective solutions. Tobermores Secura segmental system is not only appealing, it is also a very cost-effective solution. Suitable for most retaining wall projects, Secura is quick and easy to use and allows for the possibility of incorporating right angles or curvatures. As a mortar-free dry-laid system, Secura walling offers complete design flexibility coupled with an outstanding quality in appearance both points of which are owed largely to the materials used. With three ranges of Secura Lite, Major and Grand, each has its own set of properties that will help enhance almost any installation.
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OPTIMUM CONDITION
Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishes expert, has developed a finish to protect, maintain and restore exterior oak furnishings. Oak UVProtection-Oil will rejuvenate the wood, leaving it looking in top condition for the upcoming summer months. Osmo Oak UVProtection-Oil consists of natural ingredients to eliminate algae and fungal decay and provide optimal protection against the sun. By absorbing into the oak, the oil allows the surface to remain healthy and elastic, preventing it from drying and becoming brittle, and will not crack, flake, peel or blister. Suitable for cladding, windows and doors, it provides a satinmatt, clear finish that not only protects the wood surface but also enhances the natural look of the wood. Exterior wood has to withstand harsh weathering conditions throughout the winter months and often leaves the material looking grey and tired, explained Steve Grimwood, Osmo UKs MD. Oak UV-Protection-Oil strengthens the wood from within, allowing it to breathe and moisture to evaporate ensuring a flawless finish.
PEDESTALS INSTALLED AT EXCEL

Having supplied the original screw-jack pedestals that support the raised access paving at the entrance to ExCeL London, Buzon UK has recently delivered a further consignment to the international exhibition and convention centre, as the paving has been relaid to create a new look. In total, Buzon UK has supplied 15,000 adjustable, freestanding screw-jack pedestals for the ExCeL project and they now carry some 2,500m of granite paving. When the paving was relaid, all the existing pedestals were reused and additional units were only ordered because the new paving tiles are smaller than the originals so extra supports were required. Buzons pedestal range is used on prestigious architectural projects throughout the world to deliver outstanding functionality and cost performance. Designed to create raised access external and internal floors, the pedestals are corrosion and damp proof. They are manufactured from 80% recycled and 100% recyclable polypropylene to offer an eco-friendly solution along with providing durability, stability and strength. Mike Wilderink, MD of Buzon UK, commented: Buzon UKs pedestals are designed to support up to a two-tonne load per unit, so are ideal for this application and offer proven performance.
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CREATING SPACE
Peterborough railway station owners, faced with a rising number of customers arriving on bikes, tasked Townscape Products to design cycle racks which could quadruple capacity without using additional space. The street furniture manufacturer completed a 60,000 contract to install double stack bicycle racks which can hold 144 bikes, four times the number of bikes compared to traditional cycle storage. Townscapes double stacking racks are made from galvanised steel, with a security locking loop and are developed in a low maintenance finish.
CAR PARK RECLAIMED THANKS TO TREMCO

Car parking beneath offices belonging to the Business Innovation and Skills Department has been resurfaced using Tremco illbrucks MMA Rapid Cure system, selected to address problems of water ingress that had forced sections of the underground facility to be cordoned off. The premises in Grosvenor Road, St Albans, featured a ground level asphalt parking area, mainly laid out beneath the office building itself. Unfortunately, water carried into the covered area was finding its way through the asphalt and the structural concrete deck and dripping onto bay areas beneath. In total, 1,000m2 of Tremco MMA Rapid Cure Flexible System was laid over the ageing asphalt, with a further 2,600m2 of the MMA Internal System being applied to the concrete BZ240 decks of the sub-structure.
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POROUS PAVERS
SUDS SOURCE CONTROL
TRUCKPAVE
Heavy duty recycled plastic porous paver
Applications Lorry, coach & car parks Grass verges & Lay-bys Emergency/HGV access routes Service yards & Loading areas Benets Flexible & resistant to cracking High compressive strength Made from recycled plastics Vehicles up to 60t gross weight Harmless to plants & animals
Fiberweb Geosynthetics Ltd
Tel: +44 (0) 1621 874200

www.grass-reinforcement.com
indicates a trade mark of Fiberweb plc or a Fiberweb Group company, many of which are registered in a number of countries around the world.
BUSINESS
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Lighting & Electrics
Dont be LED astray

LED Eco Lights cofounder, Saima Shafi, offers some advice on what to look for when choosing a supplier of LED lamps and luminaries...
Lighting the way LED shines above other bulb types
To help you decide what to look for in a reliable LED supplier, here is a ten-point LED buyers checklist based on background, quality, performance and price: 1. Be responsible: Put Health & Safety first and insist on CE and RoHS-certified products only. Using non-compliant CE and RoHS products is also against the law; products lacking a CE mark have not passed basic electrical testing and could pose serious electrical hazards during installation and use. You can request to see copies of certificates for due diligence and your supplier should be able to provide copies on request. 2. Ensure that you are using a supplier who is WEEE compliant: If not, the products are illegal. WEEE regulations require electrical waste to be disposed of properly and safely. With todays numerous recycling schemes, it is easy to comply and there is no acceptable excuse for non-compliance. Your supplier should have its WEEE membership details to hand. 3. Protect your investment and future-proof your purchase: Conduct a background check on potential suppliers. A basic credit check and a look at their trading history will provide valuable information on financial standing and past performance. It can also be important if you need to make a warranty-based claim later on or if you are anticipating a long-term supply contract. 4. Look for a proven track record: Ask for feedback and references from previous customers on performance and service, something a good supplier will happily provide. Also, ask if you can try before you buy a reputable company will allow you to trial products, either free-of-charge or on saleor-return. Remember to take lux readings before and after to ensure the product is fit-for-purpose.
eplacing energy-hungry conventional lamps with LED equivalents makes economic and environmental sense. LED lighting products are energy efficient and cost-effective with ultra long life spans compared to traditional units. Therefore, making the decision to change should be an easy one. Choosing a supplier, however, may not be quite so straightforward, especially with no formal performance standards to measure against. It is very easy to fall in to the trap of purchasing based on grand claims rather than actual performance. Also, the variance in products and performance on offer is so wide that choosing the right product and the right supplier can be a minefield.
5. Quality of data: Do not rely on grand claims; ask to see data on product performance where you can see evidence of power consumption, light output, installation guides, etc. 6. Quality of manufacture: Make sure the product is mechanically sound. If you can hear a rattle when you shake it, thats not a good sign! Check that the body is robust and durable and, if relevant, check its IP rating. Also, enquire about stock availability continuity of supply is essential and suppliers quoting six to eight weeks for stock should probably be avoided. Leading, reputable suppliers will hold sufficient stock to cater for their customers ongoing and urgent needs.
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7. Technical support: How well does the supplier understand the new technology? Buy from an LED lighting specialist, someone who understands the challenges you face when lighting your premises and has experience of delivering LED installations of a similar style and size. 8. After-sales service: Does your supplier offer a guarantee and, if so, for how long? LED lighting products offer an ultra-long lifespan, so guarantees should reflect this. A confident manufacturer will provide at least three years and should be able to support the warranty period with proof of live installations that have performed reliably for similar periods of time. 9. Supplier credibility: Know with whom you are dealing. Manufacturers develop and produce product, and invest heavily in R&D. Their engineers work within existing parameters of LED technology. Installers may not understand component configurations in detail, and elements that can alter performance often rely on specialised electronics. 10. And finally: Only when you are satisfied with everything else, look at pricing: If products seem too cheap, there will be reasons. These could include poor quality components and sub-standard manufacturing techniques. Low quality LEDs will cause problems such as inadequate light performance, while poorly assembled products can pose serious installation and safety hazards. Other common problems include unreliability (i.e. colourshifting after use), rapid degradation of light output, plus high failures in large quantities and quality of light output not fit-forpurpose. Furthermore, these and other issues are frequently exacerbated by poor or non-existent after sales support. You do need to be confident that, in the event of a problem, your supplier will rectify it fast, effectively and efficiently. Beware of cheap, inferior products provided by unscrupulous suppliers. Remember; in common with all quality products, if the price youre being quoted for LED lamps and luminaries seems too cheap to be true, ask yourself why. They will inevitably cost you more in the long run, once problems start appearing. LED offers a number of significant benefits, including drastic CO2 and running cost reduction, lower maintenance, long lifespan and instant switch-on. Another bonus is that the retrofitting options offered by manufacturers such as LED Eco Lights means products fit straight into existing fittings, thereby drastically reducing the scale of the installation as well as the cost.
ENQUIRIES For more information about LED Eco Lights use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ243
So, having made the decision to switch to LED, our checklist should help you make a much more informed and confident decision on the right supplier.
Products lacking a CE mark have not passed basic electrical testing and could pose serious electrical hazards during installation and use. Beware of cheap, inferior products provided by unscrupulous suppliers
SAIMA SHAFI, CO-FOUNDER, LED ECO LIGHTS
Light touch LED vs its incandescent rival
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BZ245
LEADING THE WAY WITH SMD

Scolmore has continued to develop its SMD technology and latest advancements mean the company is able to offer new dimmable options. There are now SMD LED dimmable versions of the 60 and 40W replacement lamps and the company promises there are more to come. The new 60W replacement dimmable option offers 806 lumens with a 12W lamp and the 40W replacement dimmable lamp offers 470 lumens with a 7.5W lamp. Scolmore has also added a 4.5W dimmable version of the existing 4W SMD LED 35W replacement and has plans to further develop the range to include candle and mini globe lamps.
BZ246
FAST INSTALLATION
Wieland Electric has supplied its Metalynx armoured structured wiring system to enable fast connection of lighting, small power and fan coil units at Riverbank House in the City of London. Use of Wielands Metalynx structured wiring facilitated fast installation as many of the connections could be made off-site and simply plugged in on site.
BZ247
MANN MANAGEMENT
Electrak and Zucchini busbarbased solutions from Legrand have been used to distribute power through Block 3 of the 135m Mann Island development at Liverpools Pier Head a World Heritage Site on the banks of the Mersey. Legrands comprehensive power distribution solution included Zucchini rising main busbar and tap-offs and Electraks buscom trunking, lighting control, power track underfloor busbar and floor boxes.
Enquiry Number BZ21
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Focus on Health
Healthy first impression

Mark Hammond of Record UK examines the diverse door system solutions required by modern-day medical facilities...
ith their multidimensional daily routines of providing patients with consultations, specialist procedures, care on the wards and pharmaceutical dispensing, as well as access for relatives and a host of supply partners, the modern hospital presents one of the most complex working and temporary residential environments it is possible to conceive. As well as caring for some of the most vulnerable groups in society, hospitals are also often the focus for teaching and scientific research, while providing so called hotel services for hundreds of patients. Accordingly, those responsible for the design of such premises must take into account such factors as safe access, circulation, way-finding, security, emergency egress, the creation of sterile areas, and even the confinement of hazardous materials including radiation into their calculations.
It also follows that the specification of the door systems to be installed will be strongly influenced by all of these factors, as well as the normal criteria for capital expenditure such as quality, appearance, maintenance implications and whole-life cost. Multiple door types with different modes of opening and diverse constructions are therefore going to be required, even within smaller units, including residential care homes, doctors surgeries and dedicated clinics. It is preferable, if not imperative, that the architect and other members of the delivery team engage with a major manufacturer having both the expertise and the capacity to fulfil a contracts requirements as early as possible in the design process. In this way, all relevant requirements both operational and in terms of creating a comfortable environment for staff and patients alike can be met. Increasingly, door automation is seen as appropriate to the healthcare environment, whether it is to deal with very high
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levels of pedestrian traffic, such as at main entrances to the wards, A&E, and other departments, or to ensure spaces like theatres (and their staff) can maintain sterility. The front or main entrance to the modern hospital offers both user groups and inspectors an important first impression of the building, while also allowing the specifier to make a strong visual statement. Furthermore, due to footfall, it may also be deemed important to emphasise energy saving in the specification. For these reasons, circular and inward or outward curved door installations are proving increasingly popular for providing direct access or forming a dedicated lobby space. A second curved or a linear sliding door can be mounted behind the outer one to create an effective windscreen. A revolving door, meanwhile, represents the ultimate in terms of preventing heat loss, or noise entering, and does so in dramatic style. Angular sliding doors, installed as two-leaf or four-leaf options are also available to match modern styles of architecture, and to make the most of corner entrances. Elsewhere around the building perimeter, there may be the call for a staff entrance with a security interlock system, possibly allowing individuals to identify themselves using a key pad or proximity reader for ID cards. Then, during daily working activities, personnel may need to be provided with rapid roll shutters to allow access to delivery ramps, or even emergency entrance doors where paramedics bring their vehicles as close as possible to the Accident & Emergency area. Following their admission by whichever route, patients will
undergo triage, preparation for elective surgery, or simply routine consultations that see them pass through a series of internal doors of different type and purpose. While a suite of consulting rooms might be reached through a multi-leaf telescopic door, the X-RAY department should be shielded by a radiation-proof door; and when they reach the pharmacy, it is prudent to have the valuable and potentially dangerous contents protected by a burglar-proof entranceway. Many medical facilities built in recent years have, of course, been procured under the PFI initiative and, in such situations, the developer involved will normally have examined the availability of maintenance contracts along with the purchase cost. Where NHS trusts are negotiating their own contracts, the capital works department generally leaves it to estates management to organize the service arrangements. In such circumstances it is recommended that the estates officer, or facilities manager, engages with a reputable and flexible company which is able to offer maintenance agreements for not only its own doors systems and door operators, but also those made by other manufacturers. As part of an internationally recognised group with half a century of experience in door production, Record UK promotes the ethos of repair over replacement, wherever possible, in order to optimise life-cycle and sustainability; while offering the widest possible choice of door systems for new build and refurbishment projects.
ENQUIRIES For more information about Record UK use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ250
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Enquiry Number BZ22
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In Depth: Focus on Health
BZ255
BZ256
NEW HOSPITAL TAP

Pegler Yorkshire is leading the way for all manufacturers to improve designs of mixer taps suitable for the healthcare environment. An investigation by the HPA found that as water is not sterile within a plumbing system; water borne micro-organisms are capable of forming a biofilm which is known to be more resistant to disinfectants than floating water borne micro-organisms. To reduce the possibility of theses biofilms harbouring pathogens which can become responsible for hospital infections, a key recommendation has been made by the HPA to remove the rosette or flow straightener from within the tap outlet. The engineering behind the Pegler Yorkshire Performa hospital mixer tap range focuses on the internal profile which funnels the water into the basin and reduces the risk of splashing.
HIDDEN BENEFITS OF CONCEALMENT

Powermatic, the controlled, concealed door closer from Samuel Heath is gaining favour with increasing numbers of health authorities across the country, thanks to the many benefits that its concealment delivers to the health sector. Being totally concealed when the door is closed, Powermatic will not have a detrimental effect on the appearance of the door or overall interior. With cleanliness and hygiene paramount considerations, the closers concealed mounting means that it offers minimal surfaces on which dust and other potentially harmful detritus can accumulate. It also reduces the burden on cleaning staff. Where safety is concerned, Powermatic is being used more and more in areas where anti-ligature measures need to be taken.
BZ257
BZ258
MEDICALL SYSTEM IS AN AID TO NURSES

Staff and patients at The Royal Wolverhampton Hospital NHS Trust are now benefiting from the Medicall 800 Nurse Call system from ADT Fire & Security. Installed in various wards and departments around the hospital and also in the Trusts new state-of-the-art simulation centre, the easy to install and simple to use system allows staff to locate, prioritise and respond to patient calls quickly and efficiently. In 2012, the estates team was required to update the existing nurse call system within the hospital and
96% CLEANER
Research by LST radiator specialist, Contour Casings, is beginning to shed light on the levels of potentially harmful bacteria that could be present inside radiator guards located in a healthcare environment. In a comparative study at an NHS Trust Hospital in the South of England, it was discovered that there could potentially be 682,000 bacteria colonies present inside a single radiator guard that has no internal access for cleaning or antimicrobial protection. Numerous swabs were taken from various guard locations; this figure was then extrapolated out to reflect an average-sized radiator guard. Based on this study, an average hospital ward or corridor containing 40 traditional fixed radiator guards could contain in excess of five million potentially harmful bacteria colonies. The diversity of the bacteria discovered was also a revealing insight, with over 10,450 different bacteria types identified. When the results of the traditional radiator guard were compared with the same number of swabs taken from a range of modern LST radiator guards in this case the Trionic DeepClean guard from Contour Casings, which has full internal access for cleaning and inherent antimicrobial technology the difference was striking. The DeepClean guard contained 96% fewer bacterial colonies overall than the traditional guard and there were also 74% fewer bacteria types. Radiator guard designs such as those developed by Contour Casings, now feature a full-access front door, which allows one cleaning operative fast and simple access to every internal surface without assistance from estates. The DeepClean guard includes BioCote antimicrobial technology in its paintwork, reducing levels of harmful bacteria such as MRSA and E.coli by up to 99.99% in less than two hours.
to select one for the Trusts new SimWard, a simulated clinical area delivering training in a realistic environment, located in the Trusts Wolverhampton Medical Institute. Medicall 800 is a nurse call and care communication system, providing numerous call functions, direct communication options, different answer variants and interfaces to other electronic systems.
MAXIMISE YOUR BUDGET

Impact protection sheet from Intastop provides the solution for unsightly or damaged walls and doors. This product is highly impact resistant, available with a wipe clean anti-graffiti and anti-bacterial coating, class O fire-rated, is tested to BS476 parts 6 and 7 and can be totally bespoke. Sarah Barsby, marketing director for Intastop commented: Impact protection sheet is certainly one product where a manager can maximise their budget. The sheet is extremely cost-effective, can be made to exacting colours or size requirements, and is extremely durable. I dont think there is a more cost-effective BZ259 solution available.
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BZ261
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

Yeoman Shield has recently been installed as part of a 2m project at the Northern General, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Trust. The contract is the latest successful Yeoman Shield installation at the hospital. Yeoman Shield supplied and installed Bordeaux-coloured door frame and architrave protection, glazing bead, protection strip and standard corner angles. Yeoman Shields Imagery was also used for signage and numbering including consulting rooms and ward hand washing facilities.
BZ260
STYLISH AND STURDY

Studies reveal that a stylish product appearance can instil aesthetic and symbolic values in consumers, creating impressions of value, functionality and ease of use. That is why treatment couch manufacturer Plinth 2000 focused attention on its distinctively designed, Kiko next generation three-section couch, by offering 10% off the regular list price of 975 ex VAT, during the first quarter of 2013. The couch is functional, providing a stable, sturdy platform for therapy and treatment. It is ergonomic, offering a secure, comfortable position for the client and a flexible working table for the practitioner.
ENERGY SAVING SOLUTION

Venture Lighting Europe has supplied its Part Night ballasts and White-Lux Plus lamps for the refurbishment of car park and warehouse areas at Bedford Hospital. The Venture system, recommended by Century Lighting, has been designed to provide a high level of flexibility which includes the dimming of light levels during quiet times, resulting in a far more energy efficient lighting scheme. The brief was to replace the existing High Pressure Sodium lighting at the hospitals main staff and visitors car parks in Britannia Road with the aim of achieving a better quality of light. Following discussions, Redditch-based Century Lighting suggested replacing the 250W SON lamps with 150W metal halide in the main car parks. Trials confirmed that the metal halide source would indeed offer excellent light levels and provide BZ262 the right choice for the project.
Enquiry Number BZ24

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings (inc. Acoustic Solutions)
Innovative ceiling cooling solutions are on the up
Mike lamb, managing director of surface heating and cooling specialist, Warmafloor, looks at ceiling cooling systems as a means of improving energy efficiency, reducing waste and, ultimately, future proofing buildings such as notoriously challenging educational facilities...
he construction industry is under pressure to create more sustainable lifetime buildings, with the 2008 Climate Change Act stipulating that all UK organisations have to make carbon emission reductions of at least 34% by 2020 and 80% by 2050, against 1990 levels. Responsible for an increasing amount of carbon dioxide emissions 2.4m tonnes in 1990 and 3.3m tonnes in 2006 the higher education sector is under pressure to improve. The Government has tried to play its part. Its Carbon Reduction Commitment Energy Efficiency Scheme provides financial incentives for such institutions to reduce emissions and invest in energy saving measures but, in spite of this, a recent report has revealed that carbon emissions at many of the UKs universities rose by as much as 3.9% between 2005 and 2010. The need for change is clear and the time to act is now. With architects creating ever more complex modern buildings, the construction industry needs to think creatively as to how green technologies can be used to the best of their ability and ensure that sustainable buildings can perform as intended. Energy management in large educational facilities can be notoriously difficult as the mix of multi-purpose rooms, high ceiling spaces and differing user demands and schedules makes predicting and then maintaining a consistent energy consumption level a real challenge. This is a challenge that we can no longer ignore. Predictions indicate that the average UK temperature could
rise by as much as 8C in the next century, so the energy consumption and conditioning of our buildings is ever more important. This means that the role of cooling and ventilation is allocated a higher profile in commercial, industrial and residential design briefs. With the ability to improve energy efficiency and reduce waste, ceiling cooling systems have the potential to unlock significant savings and serve as an example of the intelligent and innovative design needed to future proof our buildings.
Absorbing excess energy
Ceiling cooling, utilising embedded coil technology, helps reduce the reliance on air conditioning systems in a building. It works by absorbing the heat energy from the room into the ceiling coils embedded into the structural ceiling beams and then rejecting it, via the plate heat exchanger, to thermal piles, slinkies or ground loops. There is also the potential for heat to be ejected into large water courses, for example landscaped ponds or lakes. The energy that is absorbed not only comes from the sensible internal gains within the space from occupants, but also from solar gains through windows and heat from in-room equipment such as computers, TVs and audio equipment. This energy is absorbed into the ceiling panels (which have embedded 20mm diameter polybutylene pipes circulating cool water) and then rejected from the building. Typically embedded in concrete structural ceiling beams, which have a high thermal mass, ceiling cooling systems deliver an excellent
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thermal performance with U-values as low as 0.12W/m2K. This process of high temperature cooling, with injection temperatures in cooling mode of around 14C, is the most efficient method of maintaining a comfortable environment for building users throughout the year. Such efficiency is vital in helping to reduce the carbon footprint of our buildings and preventing energy waste. As energy in our bodies will migrate to the nearest and coolest surface area, buildings with ceiling cooling systems draw occupants body heat upwards and thus are able to make them feel cooler and more comfortable in a short space of time. The overhead absorption of energy throughout the room also brings health benefits, reducing draughts and the circulation of dust particles in the airs convection currents. This provides a cleaner quality of air without noise, thus reducing the symptoms of Sick Building Syndrome. The overhead positioning of ceiling systems also enhances their long-life durability. Safely protected by the ceiling paneling, the system is not vulnerable to tampering and thus requires minimal repair work. The pipework comes with a 100-year guarantee ten times longer than steel and copper radiator pipes. The fact that there are no joints and the pipes will never corrode means that maintenance costs over the lifetime of the building can be kept to a minimum. This is a particularly significant benefit in light of the higher education sectors long backlog of maintenance repair costs, which amount to millions of pounds.
Surface cooling in practice Manchester Metropolitan University
Energy efficiency was the order of the day at Manchester Metropolitan Universitys (MMU) 20,000m2 Birley Fields Academic Building, where Warmafloor was commissioned to install its ceiling cooling system as a means of keeping energy costs and carbon emissions to a minimum. Due to open in September 2014, the brand new, 15-acre Birley Fields campus is the final part of the 350m investment in new facilities for MMU. The university has already committed to cutting carbon emissions and, over the last 12 months, has reduced the carbon footprint of each of its students by 5.5%. Over 139m has been invested in the campus to help make further reductions, with the aim of lowering the carbon footprint of existing campus operations by 60% and working towards a zero carbon, zero water and zero waste campus. Bearing the burden of responsibility for the training and development of our future leaders, universities have a duty to provide a comfortable, healthy and safe environment for
Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU)
students. Warmafloor was therefore commissioned to design a bespoke ceiling cooling system to deliver optimum comfort as well as meet the stringent cost and energy saving targets. In order to achieve this, Warmafloor worked in close collaboration with Creagh Concrete to embed its system into pre-cast concrete panels, in a new arrangement to boost efficiency across the building. Quality is of the utmost importance in any building project and the ceiling panelling is manufactured in a controlled environment off-site, making it easier to monitor the mix, placement of the coils and curing, thus guaranteeing the quality of the finished cast. This indoor controlled process also removes the challenge of installing coils and pouring concrete in poor weather, which can affect the concentration of the precast mix and the method by which it is installed, as well as add weeks on to project completion deadlines. Another advantage of controlled conditions is that it enhances the concrete durability, ensuring that it is able to withstand heavy imposed structural loads. The cooling coils are also fully protected because they are embedded into the ceiling panels. Ready for immediate installation, the panels could quickly be installed in the Academic Building, resulting in a shorter project build time and lower labour costs. Finally, the system of ceiling cooling coils embedded into the concrete panels, was the ideal design partner for the Academic Building, providing a fair faced concrete finish in line with the buildings modern architectural style. Forming part of the universitys Estates Investment Strategy, the Academic Building is designed to meet a BREEAM Excellent rating, continuing the universitys heritage of environmental responsibility. Last year, MMU received a 1st Class certification in the People & Planet Green League.
ENQUIRIES For more information about Warmafloor use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ263
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BZ266
BZ265
A SMOOTH AND LEVEL SURFACE

F. Ball and Co has launched Stopgap 1100 Gypsum, a self-levelling smoothing underlayment designed specifically for application over calcium sulphate based screeds, such as anhydrite. The formulation of this new underlayment is calcium sulphate based to ensure compatibility with this type of subfloor screeds, and provides a smooth and level surface prior to the installation of new floorcoverings. As well as providing a specialist solution for the levelling of suitable prepared calcium sulphate screeds, Stopgap 1100 can also be used over a range of other surfaces, including Stopgap waterproof surface membranes, concrete and sand/cement screeds. Stopgap 1100 is a water-mix smoothing underlayment, with excellent self-levelling properties.
TARKETT SAVES TONNES

Flooring specialist Tarkett sent less than 1% of its waste to landfill in 2012 according to figures recently released by the company. In total, it recycled more than 500 tonnes of the waste produced at its UK manufacturing facility in Lenham, Kent. Tarkett has long been a pioneer of sustainable flooring, having introduced its first recycling initiatives back in 1957. David Jenner, production director at Tarkett, said: We take recycling and sustainability very seriously at Tarkett, so Im proud to be able to announce such impressive figures. Weve worked hard to introduce recycling procedures and it shows our commitment to recycling and sustainability beyond just the cost saving initiatives.
TO GLUE, OR NOT TO GLUE
BZ267
BZ268
Altros latest safety flooring systems offer the choice of adhered or adhesive-free flooring in a new and varied palette of 42 colours, giving even greater flexibility and a truly sustainable option. Altro Walkway 20 and Altro XpressLay now share an enhanced palette of 23 colours including plain and chipped options. New Altro Walkway Plus and Altro XpressLay Plus bring a new dimension to public locations. They share a fresh, nonsparkle, nonindustrial palette of 19 new colours for a warm, contemporary look, even in large areas.
A SEAMLESS, INVISIBLE FINISH

Planet Partitioning, working in collaboration with Shepherd Construction and AEDAS Architects, was proud to be part of the exciting new build of Holland Park School in London. Planet completed the glass interior package of the highly regarded project including atriums, classrooms, the main entrance and the gym. Advanced frameless glazing was used in both single and double glazed configurations. Planets Vertex joint was used throughout creating a narrow and virtually invisible joint, achieving a seamless finish. Timber door sets utilised laminated doors, set into Planets slim line doorframe, ensuring that both glazed and timber doors all matched throughout the school. Above the walkways of the school, glass with translucent interlayers were used in the atrium, to give the full effect of natural light while protecting the students and teachers. The scope of works also included angled intermittent atrium glazing; this was to complement the form of the building structure. The new Holland Park Building opened on 19 November 2012 and is a magnificent piece of modern architecture, full to the brim with the most up-todate learning resources for the students.
BZ269
RICH RUSTICS
Junckers professional Oils and Lacquers range now includes Rustic Coloured Oils in a variety of rich colours. The oils can be used on all timbers and add a warm luster in a deeper shade, which enhances the natural grain pattern of the wood. The odour free, fully curing oils are available in Clear, White, Black, Anthracite Grey (shown), Walnut, Cherry and Mahogany. Colour can be layered to desired effect and finished either in oil or lacquer to protect and preserve the floor. Over coating with Junckers HP Commercial Lacquer cuts out the need for regular maintenance coats.
UZIN Turbolight system used at The Southend Casino.

The UZIN Turbolight system was used to install 1250 m2 of flooring at Southend Casino, Essex. Polished Concrete Designs Ltd choose the Turbolight System to rapidly create a lightweight floor to reduce weight difficulties within the buildings structure. The numerous levels and the varying condition of the substrate dictated the need for a product that could cope with all the variants, carry good point loads and gave the client a billiard table finish. Due to the buildings structural restrictions a normal concrete screed would have been too heavy and could only have possession of 20% of the area at any one time. The solution to each of these required parameters existed within the UZIN product range. After the initial visit from the UZIN Technical team, a specification was formulated between Polished Concrete designs and UZIN which resulted in the supply and install of the floor. The unique combination of individual components, comprising of UZIN NC 194 Turbo, UZIN RR 201 and UZIN NC 195 allowed a sound and level floor to be created even on the problematic substrate. After cleaning the substrate, Polished Concrete Designs Ltd first applied a DPM as a sandwich membrane between the base concrete and the screed. UZIN NC 194 Turbo screed was then pumped to a depth of 50 mm, before the UZIN RR 201 reinforcement mesh was installed on the surface. Finally UZIN NC 195, bonded cement leveling compound was applied at a thickness of 10 mm. The new floor was then exceptionally well finished.
For more information visit www.uzin.co.uk Call: 01788 530 080 | www.polishedconcretedesigns.co.uk
Enquiry Number BZ25
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BEADED ACCESS PANELS THE DRYWALL SOLUTION FROM TIMLOC

For years, traditionally styled plasterboard faced access panels have been in common use throughout the building industry, and despite presenting a number of disadvantages, they still hold a well-established position in the market. Recognising the potential for a more modern alternative, building product specialist Timloc has launched its latest range of beaded access panels designed especially to offer builders and contractors an attractive, robust and cost effective alternative to costly, dated Plasterboard faced products. Designed for use in dry lined walls and ceilings that are pre plaster skimmed, Timloc beaded access panels consist of a metal-faced door skin with a smooth powder coated finish to facilitate overpainting. The door skin is inserted into a perforated frame that creates a good plaster key and leaves a plaster-beaded edge around the door aperture. The result is a concealed access door with no visible frame, superior aesthetic appearance and quality finish. The panels have a fully removable door for ease of installation. The quick release hinge allows easy access and can also be positioned to open left or right handed. Fire-rated and non fire-rated versions are available.
Enquiry Number BZ26
Phil Harvey, Director of Technical Services at Timloc, comments: Whilst plasterboard faced access panels are still in common use, the new Timloc beaded range offers so many advantages in comparison. Plasterboard faced hatches and doors can be expensive and are prone to cracking and crumbling during transit, storage, installation and regular use. Doors requiring plaster skim finish also need preparation to prevent locks, hinges and tolerance gaps becoming blocked and are difficult to finish to a high standard. Its also worth remembering that having an access door/hatch finished
with plasterboard alone, will not make the product fire-rated, he adds. In line with Part J of the Building Regulations, Timlocs fire-rated and nonfire rated beaded panel ranges also help meet the new gas safety industry requirements for concealed boiler flue inspection access. The fire-rated panels are also draught stripped and insulated which means they dont compromise the acoustic integrity of the wall, thereby meeting Part E of the Building Regulations. Furthermore, unlike plasterboard faced panels, which, if damaged, require a complete and often costly, replacement, Timloc panels can be transported safely and easily, but if any damage is sustained, they can be filled much more cost effectively - in a similar way to car body repairs. In situ, the beaded panels retain their aesthetics for much longer than plasterboard which can tend to age quickly after installation.
For more information please call 01405 765567 or visit www.timloc.co.uk

Timloc Is Part Of The Alumasc Group Plc.
Enquiry Number BZ27
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BZ270
DURABLE, BONDED TILES

John Stark & Crickmay Partnership Architects, based in Dorset, has specified Broadrib and Array carpet tiles from Heckmondwike FB as part of its own office refurbishment. The architects practice, which is based in a Grade II Listed Georgian brick-built townhouse in Dorchester, selected carpet from Heckmondwike FB, due to the design opportunities offered by the range, as well as its durability and value for money. 72m2 of Heckmondwike Array Fibre Bonded carpet tiles were specified in blue, which was complemented by 25m2 of Broadrib in blue for the office refurbishment.
BZ271
FLEXIBLE FLOORING
Setcrete Flexible floor levelling compound from F Ball and Co has been used to create a super smooth subfloor at a luxury property refurbishment in Cheadle, Staffordshire. The product, part of Setcretes range of high performance flooring products, was the optimum choice to ensure a sound, high quality subfloor was achieved, vital for the installation of a solid wood floorcovering in the 20m2 lounge area.
BZ272
DUSTGUARD FLIES THROUGH TESTING

Conrens Dustguard has passed the tests for Chemical Resistance BS EN 13529: 2003 using Skydrol LD4. Dustguard two part epoxy coating is suitable for use in all types of industrial locations, particularly in workshops, hangars and factories and withstands both foot and vehicular traffic. The product is easy to apply with a roller or brush and comes in a range of colours.
Enquiry Number BZ28
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Enquiry Number BZ30
Enquiry Number BZ31
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Sustainability & Eco Solutions
Demonstrating sustainability
Terra Therma discusses the idea behind a new Eco House in East Anglia which is helping contractors, architects and students alike to understand and appreciate the new technologies now available...
or many of us, renewable energy solutions and the latest technologies available are unfamiliar territory, but they are increasingly hot topics of conversation. With the unusual, and somewhat unprecedented weather conditions across the globe, the worlds leaders are trying to encourage everyone to lower their carbon footprints. This is especially true in Britain where the Government has launched initiatives offering financial incentives to encourage 15% of the UKs energy to be generated from renewable sources by 2020. With this in mind, a new demonstration Eco House, the first of its kind in East Anglia, has been opened and is helping contractors, architects and students get to grips with the most cutting-edge, eco-friendly technologies that are on the market. The two-storey Eco House in Maldon, Essex, shows interactive working examples of the latest innovations in renewable heating systems ahead of the launch of Government initiatives, which will offer generous grants and subsidies for property developments and commercial projects over a period of up to 20 years. It is hoped those who are designing, developing and building new premises will gain inspiration from seeing and hearing the latest developments in glazing, lighting, dry screed flooring systems, air-to-water heat pumps and underfloor heating. A variety of ecofriendly insulation types are also on display, including lambs wool, hemp and recycled plastic bottles. The Eco House was created by renewable energy specialist Terra Therma, in response to the
many frequently-recurring questions posed by builders, architects and commercial developers considering implementing these new technologies. Dimensions, aesthetics, noise levels and speed of operation are some of the most common areas of concern but, at the demonstration Eco House, visitors can see and hear working examples (including inner workings) for themselves, giving them a real feel for how the products perform in a realistic setting. Cliff Arnold, general manager of CTC, the renewables division of Enertech who visited the Eco House said: The Scandinavians have been using this type of renewable energy for years but here, in this country, we are only just beginning to catch on. He anticipated that sustainable eco systems will become increasingly popular with more architects and developers incorporating them into their designs as the benefits become more widely known, and, in turn, higher demand is likely to bring the costs down. Among the numerous guests who attended the official opening of the demonstration Eco House were architects, contractors, John Whittingdale MP and lecturers from Chelmsford College which runs BTEC Diploma courses in Construction. Were learning lots about underfloor heating and new technology which draws heat from the ground to make central heating and we will pass this on to our students who are likely to want to come to see how this technology works for themselves, said one lecturer. The Eco House demonstrates how air
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source heat pumps offer an extremely high efficient solution for space heating and hot water generation. They work by absorbing and moving energy from the ambient air outside and amplifying the temperature by compression, for use in the home or office. A total of 75% of an air source heat pumps energy comes from the external environment. This can offer consumers impressive output energy performance and a reduction of their fuel consumption by up to 75%. Ground source pumps also offer great benefits for heating and hot water generation. They work by absorbing and moving energy from the ground, borehole or water source and amplifying the temperature by compression. Ground source pumps also offer impressive output energy performance, which can reduce fuel consumption by up to 75%. To ensure the UKs targets to reduce carbon emissions are met, a total of 860m in central Government funding has been made available to finance the Renewable Heating Incentive (RHI) over the next three years. The Government wants to help householders, communities and businesses replace their existing fossil fuel-based heating systems with renewable heat sources. The scheme is being administered by the energy regulator Ofgem. Working in a similar way to the Feed-in-Tariff for Solar Photovoltaic (Solar PV) systems, owners of heat pumps will be paid for every unit of heat generated by their renewable energy heating systems. RHI payments will be made on the basis of deemed heat and will be made quarterly over a seven-year period. Currently, RHI payments in the UK are only available for commercial installations. However, phase two of the RHI scheme will offer payments for the domestic sector from spring 2014 and the good news is that all solar thermal and heat pump installations since 15 July 2009 may be eligible for RHI payments. A visit to the Eco House is a great opportunity for architects, developers and students to get a real feel for how this technology works, said Sean Casey, director of Terra Therma, the company behind the innovation. We are passionate about sustainable energy and designed the Eco House with working models so people could come along to experience exactly what renewable technology can do and how it can potentially work in their own projects. Visitors will be able to see and hear for themselves how highly performing and affordable the latest advances in airto-water heat pumps and ground pumps really are. Our Eco House shows the inner workings of these systems, and visitors can view real time thermal readings and even have a go at fitting some underfloor heating. At the same time, our on-site renewable energy experts can provide detailed information on the Renewable Heat Incentive and how it can benefit both domestic and commercial developments. Private visits and group tours of the Eco House are available by appointment.
ENQUIRIES For more information about Terra Therma use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ274
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BZ275
BZ276
ECO ROOFS PROJECT

New Charter Homes, a Greater Manchester housing organisation, has re-roofed 1,000 properties with Marley Eternits pollution busting EcoLogic tiles over the past four years, as part of an ongoing planned roofing replacement programme. Not only does the EcoLogic tile offer excellent sustainability credentials, with almost 50% recycled content, but its use is making an important contribution to improving the environmental health of Tameside residents. The tile has a pollution-eating coating that absorbs Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) pollutants and converts them into soluble nitrates that are washed away harmlessly with rainwater. Most recently, New Charter Homes has been using a new and improved version of the EcoLogic tile in Nimbus Grey, a rich greyblue colour which gives a closer match to the natural slate often seen on existing roofs in the Tameside area.
ACHIEVING THERMAL EFFICIENCY

UNILIN Structural Insulated Roof Panels provide excellent thermal performance right off plan, giving contractors and specifiers the confidence to meet thermal efficiency standards without over-engineering build or refurbishment work. Factory made and simple to install, UNILIN panels are supplied in varying thickness and with different facing materials, so that specific U-value requirements can be achieved. Thanks to the close manufacturing tolerances offered by UNILIN panels, what is designed on paper is upheld in construction, ensuring minimal use of materials and confidence in thermal testing upon completion. With a UK-specific system for pitched and flat roof constructions, UNILIN structural insulated roof panels are available with PIR and mineral wool insulation.
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COVERING ALL OPTIONS

The comprehensive range of Rinnai Infinity continuous flow water heating solutions is designed to offer a blend of eco-friendly technologies guaranteed to provide a constant flow of hot water no matter how high the demand, or how many outlets are in use at the same time. The Rinnai HD50i internal water heater is a wall hung, gas fired, continuous flow water heater capable of producing hot water at 770 litres per hour at a 50C rise. The Rinnai HD70e external water heater has the added
NEW ERP COMPLIANT SPLIT AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Specifying an air conditioning system for small-to-medium spaces has always presented something of a dilemma but, with the latest additions to the Utopia range of split systems, there is now an affordable solution. Hitachi Air Conditioning Europe SAS has launched the Utopia IVX range to meet the needs of small-to-medium sized applications where VRF capacities and heat recovery options are either not needed, or would compromise approved budget limitations. Improved connectivity (up to eight indoors per outdoor unit, minimising pipework required), zone-by-zone individual control, fully ErP compliant and excellent A++ seasonal efficiency, the new IVX range ticks all the right boxes. The new, entry-level IVX Comfort has capacities from 5-33.5kW, ErP Lot 10 tier 2 compliance (where applicable) and a compact single fan (up to 6HP) or twin fan cabinet design, making it a good choice for budget-conscious installations. The IVX Premium model features capacities from 7.1-33.5kW and offers even more flexibility connection ratios of between 50 and 120% in relation to the outdoor capacity, and an Intelligent Defrost System which extends the heating operation period by up to 40% compared with standard defrosting systems.
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SOLAR PANEL SUPPORT PREVENTS TILE CRACKS

On Stand E1 at Greenbuild 2013, Klober will be launching the Venduct Uniplus Solar Panel Support. This has been designed to remove any stress on roof tiles or slates caused by PV rail fixings. The support is made from cast iron and has a hole pattern to provide fixing flexibility. It is compatible with most clay and concrete roof tiles including plain tiles, natural slates and fibrecement slates and usable on pitches from 15-65. A base slate or tile avoids any need for tile modification, while adaptors enable the Panel Support to be used with a wide variety of PV rail systems.
advantage that the unit is externally mounted. Rinnai Infinity HDC heaters can deliver up to 107% efficiency, which translates to significant energy savings when compared to their conventional counterparts. Rinnais new Infinity PLUS is a custom-made water heating solution that brings together multiple units of Rinnais awardwinning HDC range into single, easy to handle modules. Infinity PLUS incorporates water heaters, skid systems with cable trays, pipe work and electrical connections.
NEW INTERFACE UNIT DEBUTS AT SUSTAINABILITY LIVE

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Stokvis Energy Systems will be showcasing the most recent developments to its product portfolio at the Sustainability Live exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham from 16-18 April. The Stokvis stand (G1) can be found within the NEMEX section of the exhibition and will feature a selection of the companys high performance products and systems. Stokvis will be taking the opportunity to officially launch its new Econoplate H Series interface unit that has been developed in response to the expanding number of district heating schemes and centralised or satellite plant rooms. This allows simpler, effective and flexible integration of low to zero carbon technology at the central plantroom and overall energy efficiency can be increased. Also on the stand will be a comprehensive selection of Stokvis Energy Systems Econoflame fully modulating condensing boilers, electronic pressure sets, hot water service Econoplate plate heat exchangers and solar thermal panels.
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MINIMISING HEAT LOSS

Phase two of Horton Halls, a 7.6m student accommodation for St Georges, University of London, is well on its way to achieving a BREEAM Excellent rating thanks to Eco-Bond, part of EcoTherms range of flat-roof PIR insulation products. To help minimise heat loss from the accommodations roof, project supplier, Flag Soprema specified EcoTherms Eco-Bond. Eco-Bond is a rigid polyisocyanurate foam insulation with mineral coated glass fibre tissue on both faces and is designed for use with either fully bonded or mechanically fixed single-ply membrane systems. The product helped to achieve a whole roof U-value of 0.11 W/m2.K on the phase two building. As a PIR insulation product, Eco-Bond, is able to achieve high levels of thermal performance with much lesser thicknesses than would be needed with traditional mineral fibre insulation, making it lighter and less bulky for installers.
GREEN ROOFING RELAUNCH

Sika Sarnafil has re-launched its green roofing offering with a fully-branded system backed by a comprehensive guarantee. Marrying its single ply membrane with a full range of green roof options, the Sarnavert system is already a popular choice. But the offering is now fully branded, meaning all components of a green roof are protected by Sika Sarnafils guarantee (providing the appropriate maintenance programme is in place). Sika Sarnafils national sales manager, Rod Benson commented: Weve found that many green roofs are inadequately protected. A common issue is that, while the waterproof base might be guaranteed, end-customers usually have to shoulder the costs if the planting dies. Thats why were proud to have redressed this problem by offering customers a complete product package thats backed by our leading guarantee.
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INTERNORM HELPS SECURE PASSIVHAUS

A green community hub in St Helens, Merseyside, has recently secured Passivhaus certification with the help of Internorms window and door systems. Frames Direct won the contract due to the thermal performance Internorms HV240 range could offer the newly built property. Owned by North West housing association Helena Partnerships, the Green Base is one of the few Passivhaus-certified buildings in the UK and offers typical energy savings of around 90% compared to a normal building.
AN INDUSTRY FIRST FOR AERECO
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SUSTAIN AWARD
New from Aereco is the fully demand controlled MVHR system, the DXR. It is said to be the first ever fully DC domestic MVHR system both on supply and exhaust to be developed. Aereco says its new DXR system can achieve 92% energy savings compared with a mechanical exhaust ventilation (MEV) system at constant airflow, while providing the same indoor air quality. Aereco DXR is engineered to automatically adjust ventilation according to the specific needs of each room when other products on the market propose constant or globally controlled airflows. Aereco DXR combines the benefits of both airflow modulation and heat recovery. Modulation enables a significant reduction of the average airflows while providing excellent air quality. Heat losses on average are halved in comparison with a constant airflow ventilation system. The heat exchanger operates with a yield of around 85% recovery thereby achieving in the region of 92% energy savings compared with a MEV system. Additionally, Aereco DXR enhances primary energy consumption by reducing fan power. Another major benefit of the Aereco DXR is that filters stay cleaner longer, resulting in less power consumption. Jewson has won the Award for Energy at the Sustain Awards for its new web-based gas control system, which has allowed the company to significantly reduce energy use across its sites. Rod Leigh, director for sustainability at Jewson commented: The implementation of our new, web-based gas control system is the latest in a long line of initiatives designed to help us reduce our environmental impact. The web-based gas control system monitors external and internal temperatures and controls all aspects of our in-branch heating systems, meaning that all of our sites are now visible and adjustable enabling us to significantly reduce our energy costs.
Internorm, which offers nine Passivhaus-certified window and door systems, provided its HV240 range to complete the project. The triple glazed, timber-aluminium windows come in a range of colour finishes and actively maximise energy gain. While minimising thermal losses, the windows are also designed to optimise thermal gain and achieve Ug values of up to 0.5W/m2K, in comparison to conventional double glazed windows that often lie around 1.4W/m2K.
WIENERBERGER RESPONDS TO WOOD FIRST EVENT

Wienerberger has issued a response to the recent UK Green Building Councils Wood First debate. The discussion focused on the Wood First policy implemented (and since retracted) by Hackney Council, and covered the sustainability implications of various building materials and the role of the planner in specifying materials. Having attended the debate, Annette Forster, director of marketing at Wienerberger, commented: Its good that the UK Green Building Council is encouraging debate in relation to the sustainability merits of various construction methods and materials. However, on this occasion we felt that masonry was under-represented, which had the effect of skewing the parameters of the discussion. With no-one on the panel with a significant background in that area of construction, it meant that it was difficult to create a genuine balance and comparison between the merits of timber cladding or timber frame construction and that of bricks or other materials.
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NEW SUNSCREEN SYSTEM

Maple Sunscreening has launched Suspense, a continuous external brise soleil louvre system with fully concealed fixings. The solar shading louvres appear to float over the faade, creating a seamless effect with continuous clean lines. Highly adaptable to different building design requirements, Maples new system is available in a range of louvre sizes as standard and with the option of horizontal or vertical fixing at various angles and at any pitch. Suspense sunscreen louvres can be fixed perpendicular to, or extended beyond, the support arms, while neat mitred joints provide uninterrupted corner details. The Suspense shading systems louvres and support arms are manufactured by Maple from durable, low maintenance, extruded aluminium.
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SOLAR SOLUTION
GLASSOLUTIONS has installed a new, glazed entrance as part of Mace Groups sustainable refurbishment of its new global headquarters at 155 Moorgate in London. The project involved the replacement of the existing 11m x 7.5m entrance area with a new, glazed lobby with white spandrel panels and two pairs of sliding automatic doors to comply with Part M and K of the Building Regulations. SGG COOL-LITE solar controlled glazing panels have been used to provide an attractive feature, while also contributing to the comfort of the building's occupants.
NEW MODULAR MANIFOLD

REHAU has launched a new RAUGEO Click modular manifold system which combines large volume and fast connection with complete onsite flexibility. It has been designed for use with all REHAUs ground source pipework including the RAUGEO PE-Xa, PE and Helix ground source probes, the RAUGEO horizontal collectors and the RAUGEO energy piles. It can be used with any PE or PE-Xa pipes from d20 to d50 and the module body can rotate 90 so it can be operated on both sides to meet the requirements of virtually any site or project. One of the key advantages of the new RAUGEO Click is that it has a 65mm internal diameter which is larger than traditional manifolds and reduces pressure losses, thereby increasing system efficiency even in applications with a high volume flow. It is also much faster to assemble on site than traditional units with a new, click fix connection system.
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GREENER, LEANER AND CLEANER

As part of its continuous commitment to improving environmental performance, Swish Building Products has once again cut its carbon footprint, seeing a decrease of 26% since 2008. 2012 saw the company achieve the equivalent of Carbon Trust Level One carbon reduction from 2011 of 8.82% across electricity, gas and heater fuel uses (Fixed Utilities). The low maintenance building products specialist cut 29% from its water usage and 10% from its electricity consumption in 2012. The company generated 255 tonnes of general waste over the year including pallets, shrinkwrap, and paper all of which was sorted and recycled, with only 2% going to landfill. Swish Building Products guttering and pipe products are manufactured from 84% recycled material, saving 70% in CO2 generation when compared to virgin material.
HIGH EFFICIENCY CONDENSING TECHNOLOGY

Johnson & Starley has incorporated the latest proven cutting-edge technology into its new range of WarmCair condensing warm air heaters. They have been designed to offer low running costs, exceptional reliability, unrivalled efficiency and warmth, as well as low carbon and NOx emissions with the added benefit of low operational noise levels. The WarmCair range of high efficiency condensing warm air heaters includes five downflow models (1046kW), four upflow models (16-46kW) and three downflow models with combined warm air heating and domestic hot water heating (10, 16 and 20kW). A WarmCair heater can replace any existing warm air heater with minimum disruption and with replacement installation times generally less than one day.
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TRAIN TO GAIN
The Green Deal has finally launched, and it could provide a massive boost to the refurbishment market, but be aware only those with accreditation to PAS 2030 need to get involved. One of the requirements is to have evidence of product or system supplier training, so Kingspan Insulation has developed a practical, hands-on training course for dry-lining installers to help make sure that they can access the opportunities presented by Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation (ECO) funded projects.
SUSTAINABLE STRUCTURAL SOLUTIONS

Since developing the original helical fixing in 1984, Helifix has continued to expand its range to include specialist helical wall ties, fixings and masonry reinforcement systems for use in both new build and refurbishment. In addition to full product information, the companys new brochure Principles, Products and Applications also includes a summary of the companys accomplishments spanning almost 30 years. Helifix products have proven an effective cure for common structural defects in most construction materials including masonry, timber and concrete. Repair and refurbishment is increasingly acknowledged as the more sustainable alternative to demolition, in terms of architectural value, materials usage, cost and environmental impact. Illustrated within the new literature are informative examples of how Helifixs engineering expertise and products can avoid disruptive dismantling and costly rebuilds. Helifix-branded products, combined with their concealed non-disruptive installation techniques, are now recognised worldwide. The company has a network of Approved Installers in the UK, distributors throughout Europe, and overseas businesses in the USA, Australia and New Zealand.
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REDUCING ENERGY
The University of Liverpool Sports and Fitness Centre pool has been transformed by using Kalwall to replace the existing single glazed bolted glass assembly. The Kalwall not only reduces the amount of energy needed to warm the pool in winter, while keeping it cool in summer, but also provides privacy. A new, false ceiling above the pool and the installation of an energy efficient mechanical plant also make carbon savings. Importantly, the translucent system transmits diffused natural daylight into the pool area without the glare and stark contrasts of light and shade produced by conventional glazing.
The affordable, one-day course is available in two centres, one in Barnsley and one in Dartford. It is aimed at existing dry-wall contractors or plasterers with at least two years experience, who are looking to gain Green Deal or ECO work. Using Kingspan Kooltherm Internal Wall Insulation Systems, trainees will learn the best practice approach to dealing with everyday refurbishment installation issues.
WARM WALL ENHANCES ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Knauf Marmorits external wall insulation with a smart, low maintenance mineral finish render is enhancing the energy efficiency and external appearance of over 200 homes in the Castlefields area of Runcorn. Terraced housing with outdated plastic cladding and painted concrete exteriors is being upgraded with around 20,000m2 of Mamorits Warm Wall Basis, a cost-effective solid wall insulation system which cuts energy costs by reducing heat loss through the external faade. An attractive, long lasting external finish is provided by Marmorits Noblo marble-aggregate finish render. Given Castlefields proximity to an industrial estate and resulting air pollution, which had deteriorated the original faades, the render surface is coated with a silicon self-cleaning effect paint. This greatly reduces the adherence of dust and dirt particles, so the surfaces will stay cleaner for longer with minimal maintenance.
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Fire, Safety & Security
No fire without smoke

Michael Sellars, communications officer at Euroform Products explains the importance of working with suppliers rather than taking a retail approach to the specification of building boards...
e tend to think of burning as a fairly simple physical process. Even small children understand it. If you set fire to a piece of wood, it burns. Simple. But burning is really a chemical process and, strictly speaking, the solid wood itself doesnt burn. What actually happens is a little more complicated. When heated by a naked flame or friction, the molecules in wood begin to vibrate and move apart, becoming a volatile gas: smoke. This gas combines with the oxygen in the atmosphere; it is this combining of molecules, this chemical reaction that produces energy as a side-effect in the form of heat and light: a flame. So, the solid wood isnt burning at all, the gasses released by the heating of the wood form just half of a molecular relationship that creates fire. Actually, its even more complicated than that. If I was to tell you that water is actually burnt hydrogen, youll have some idea of just how complex it is. And if burning is such a deceptively complicated process, the means by which we defy that process must be equally, if not more, complicated. Which brings us to fire resistant boards: The idea that these crucial construction components can be effortlessly picked from the shelves of a local builders merchant or dropped into a virtual shopping trolley in some online equivalent, is a misguided and, quite possibly, dangerous one.
designed for that particular application. It is the words rigorous and testing which are key here. In fact, whenever the word testing is not accompanied by the word rigorous, alarm bells should ring, particularly when it comes to the subject of fire resistance.
A brief overview of fire testing
As youd imagine, fire testing isnt simply a case of measuring how long it takes for a building board to fail. Anyone with a large back garden, a stopwatch and a complete disregard for their neighbours could do that. There are three core criteria for fire testing: integrity, insulation and load bearing. The integrity of a building board is essentially a boards ability to remain physically intact. When flames have passed through the construction and have ignited a cotton pad on the non-fire side of the board, the board is said to have ceased to remain intact. In a sense, material testing laboratories dont measure the success of products so much as how long it takes for them to fail.
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Theres no such thing as a fire-resistant board
In a very real sense, certainly from the point of view of an architect or specifier, there is no such thing as a fire-resistant board. There is a board offering 120 minutes of fire resistance in a suspended ceiling application. There is a board offering 90-240 minutes of fire resistance to internal independent wall linings. There is a board offering 90 minutes of fire resistance to a nonload-bearing steel stud partition with an overall thickness of 195mm and maximum centres of 600mm. But there is no such thing as a board which is simply fire resistant. The relative fire resistance of a board is entirely dependent upon its application and can only be measured by rigorous testing, not simply of the board itself, but of the board as part of a system
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Burnt hydrogen
...Continued from page 49
Why EN testing?
The insulation criteria is measured using thermocouples that monitor the amount of heat passing through the structure being tested. Failure occurs when the average temperature has exceeded a predefined maximum or, indeed, if a single thermocouple records an excessive temperature. The load bearing criteria measures a structures ability to maintain a given imposed load under fire-exposure conditions.
How to test for rigorous testing: Rigorously
Ensuring the board youre about to purchase or specify has been rigorously tested for your particular application can be extremely complicated, not to mention labour-intensive, involving wide-ranging online research and hours spent poring over technical datasheets. And while all of that is, to a certain extent, unavoidable, a lot of the pressure can be eased by simply talking to your building board supplier, not only to extract information but also to assess their attitude to testing. Fire testing cannot be approached as a box-ticking exercise. A responsible manufacturer and/or supplier of building boards will have a fire testing ethos. Their testing will be an ongoing, permanent process driven by a continuous improvement mindset. They wont simply send products for testing, they will be actively involved in that testing. They wont use a material testing laboratory, they will have a long-term and collaborative relationship with a material testing laboratory while simultaneously respecting said laboratorys expertise, qualifications and, of course, independence. It is also worth enquiring as to whether your building board supplier has fully embraced EN testing.
The proliferation of continental trade necessitated the creation of a European Norm (EN) to guarantee consistency of quality irrespective of borders. A side-effect has been to create a standard that is, in most cases, more onerous. The fact that an EN standard has to satisfy the current standards of many countries and cannot be reduced to the demands of just DIN or BS, for example, means it is almost inevitably going to be more ambitious in its scope. This is why EN testing generally demands a more stringent increase in furnace temperatures; dictates that thermocouples be placed in more challenging locations on the specimen material, and can, for example, require cover strips to be applied over studs in thin-gauge metal-framed partitions to protect from additional temperatures. An embracing of EN testing also demonstrates a commitment to future requirements, says John Taylor, business development manager at Euroform Products. Were not satisfied to just meet current criteria, were looking to the next standard, and the one after that, and the one after that...
Fire resistant boards made simple
Despite all this talk of complexity, there is an easier route to finding the right fire resistant building board. Find the right fire resistant building board supplier. Simple.
ENQUIRIES For more information about Euroform Products use any of the enquiry methods below quoting number BZ298
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DOOR CLOSER TICKS FIRE SAFETY BOXES

Samuel Heaths controlled, concealed door closer, Powermatic, meets the plethora of legislation, regulations and product performance standards that govern fire safety. With the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order (RRO) placing a legal obligation on the responsible person to carry out a risk assessment, and Approved Document B (fire safety) of the Building Regulations imposing further requirements, Powermatic offers a solution where fire safety measures are deemed necessary. The door closer meets the requirements of BS EN 1154 and, as such, carries the CE mark. It also meets the requirements for one-hour and half-hour fire doors under BS EN 1634-1, boasts Certifire accreditation and is approved for use by the BWF under its fire door and doorsets scheme.
ALARM SYSTEM UPGRADE

The Ei168RC from Aico is a base unit for the companys RadioLINK wireless interconnect mains powered smoke alarm system. The base unit adds a number of important extra features to RadioLINK, as well as enabling installers to take advantage of Aicos new RC control technology. Aico says that this upgrade now makes its RadioLINK systems technology even better suited to more comprehensive alarm systems, offering greater coverage and protection, while also allowing greater control. The Ei168RC RadioLINK base is set as a multi-level repeater as standard, being capable of receiving, transmitting and re-transmitting to achieve multiple signal paths. This means that it is now possible to achieve increased coverage in properties with a larger floor area and confidently integrate a larger number of alarms into the system.
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NEW HIGH SECURITY POST BOX

Securikey has introduced the new High Security HS Post Box. Built to withstand outdoor environments, the HS range features the high security Euro Profile cylinder key lock that is used across other Securikey products, offering the potential for a one-key security solution. Available in two sizes, Securikeys HS Post Box is made from 1.5mm thick galvanised steel that features a black powder coat paint finish, making it highly resistant to abrasive weather and rust.
FIRE SAFETY IN HOUSING

With a growing choice of domestic smoke alarms available, specifiers and installers need to be careful when selecting the right type to use particularly with the appearance of confusing information and irrelevant claims about some products. All new homes, extensions, changes of use to dwellings and alterations such as loft conversions, must comply with Part B of the Building Regulations. Part B clearly demands mains, interconnected smoke and heat alarms with back-up power. Battery-only alarms are not permitted. For other existing homes, the current Code of Practice for domestic fire alarm systems, BS 5839-6: 2004, provides the benchmark. This also recommends hard-wired smoke alarms (and heat alarms for situations where they cant be used) in most cases. Battery-only units can be considered for rented bungalows or owner-occupied houses up to two storeys but only where structural fire precautions meet current Building Regulations. But it is not an easy task to ensure that all ceilings, partitions, doors, etc., really do comply. Professionally installed, hard-wired alarms are the safe answer. Wireless interlinking technology, using accessories such as Kiddes Slick Wireless Alarm Base, can eliminate disruptive wiring between mains alarms powered from an adjacent lighting circuit.
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OPEN-PLAN SAFETY
There is increasing demand for open-plan living space and the Automist pre-engineered watermist solution from Plumis provides designers with an active fire protection option to protect escape routes and aid evacuation, offering design flexibility and reducing costs while meeting the Building Regulations. Automist, has now been assessed and accepted as an LABC Registered Solution Registered Detail RD171 to provide active protection for escape routes and facilitate open plan layouts in suitable loft conversion applications.
Kidde Fyrnetics TenYCO range - the very first battery carbon monoxide alarms with a full 10-year guarantee covering both alarm and sealed-in lithium battery has been upgraded. These self-contained, state of the art CO alarms are specially designed for quick and simple installation by anyone and for low cost of ownership, offering Best Value over a 10-year life. They are suitable for social and private landlords, and complement Kiddes ten-year battery optical smoke alarms. The brand new 10LLCO and 10LLDCO models share many of the features of the original 8LLCO alarms launched last April. In anticipation of future changes to the European CO alarm product standard, the new alarms have an extra End-of-Life/Fault LED and ramp up horn. They are BSi Kitemarked and comply with the latest edition of BS EN 50291:2010. They also offer Quick Test functionality whereby the unit can be tested with carbon monoxide gas spray and react instantly to confirm the presence of carbon monoxide, rather than the normal response times required in BS EN50291. Both models are small in size with a slim profile and can be wall-mounted or used free-standing.
For more information please contact - Kidde Fyrnetics | Web: TenYCO.kiddefyrnetics.co.uk | Email: kiddefyr@ukgateway.net
Enquiry Number BZ37
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FIRE PROTECTION FOR RAINSCREEN CLADDING

A new, intumescent cavity barrier solution for use in rainscreen cladding systems has been launched by Promat UK. The PROMASEAL RSB-V and RSB-N barriers offer a new option for creating effective fire protection for rainscreen cladding. Rainscreen cladding systems generally involve large, continuous cavities in the outer leaf of the building, which can create a ready route for fire and smoke. PROMASEAL RSB-V and RSB-N have been introduced to address this issue. They allow the creation of either a ventilated or non-ventilated fire protection cavity barrier which is both effective and reliable. Both products feature a rock wool section with an integral intumescent strip. When exposed directly to fire, the intumescent material expands rapidly to fill the gap in the rainscreen, thus preventing the spread of the fire along the cavity.
DESIGNED TO BE SECURE
Brio's Weatherfold 4s secure exterior folding door and window furniture is aimed at those who want to be part of the great outdoors without having to move from their armchairs. The companys new Weatherfold 4s hardware has been designed to be fully secure. The intermediate hanger hinge and bottom guides now feature non-removal pin technology. The non-removal pin is positioned against the door when the door system is closed meaning there is no access to it. This means that the pins cannot be removed, therefore the exterior hardware cannot be tampered with or removed.
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VISIT PROGENY AT IFSEC 2013

Progeny Access Control is exhibiting at IFSEC, NEC from 13-16 May on stand 5/F132. The company will be displaying its full range of access control systems and solutions including the successful P3 system as well as P3 sim, P3 GPRS, P2, interlocking systems and its full range of keypads and readers, including the attractive crystal reader range. Progeny Access Control has been designing and manufacturing access control solutions from its UK base for over 30 years and its systems and solutions are found in
SAFE SOLUTION
Pioneer Point is a residential development of two prestigious towers providing more than 250 serviced apartments in the heart of Ilford, with extraordinary views of the City of London skyline. The new residential blocks deliver state-of-the-art design combined with modern urban living within an up and coming suburb of the city. However, with so many residential units across the towers, fire and evacuation safety was paramount. With very specific requirements, the specialist Architectural Glass Division of Komfort, was brought in to deliver the solution to help Pioneer Point maintain a safe but stylish answer to an age-old problem. Komforts initial contract was for the design, manufacture and installation of 50 fully-glazed 60/60 fire rated screens with single doors installed in the stairwells of the 25-storey south and 33-storey north towers. The Komfort 5000 Series thermally broken steel framed system was fitted with 29mm thick Contraflam fire insulation glass throughout. Due to the success of this installation, Komfort obtained a further contract variation to install additional screens and doors providing the same level of fire protection performance to the lower level common use floors, in particular the Concierge area, which provides 24-hour assistance and security to residents.
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TURN-KEY SERVICE
SAFETYWORKS & Solutions, manufacturer of fall protection systems and access solutions, completes installations for some of the UKs premier companies, spanning a wide range of sectors, including health, education, leisure, housing associations, offices and factories. SAFETYWORKS has its own in-house manufacturing and design facility, offering clients a turnkey service, right from the initial specification stage, through to design, manufacture, supply, training and annual inspection. Products can be provided on a supply only or supply and installation basis.
NEW ANTI-SLIP PLANK FLOORING
thousands of sites all over the world, from premier league football stadiums to banks and building societies to high security applications in the NHS. Progeny welcomes visits on stand from anyone who is interested in specifying or learning about the range and are also booking specific appointments for anyone who would like a more individual and personal discussion.
DeckSafe Solutions has introduced DECKSAFE 500. Developed as a single-piece, pultruded plank flooring, it provides a solid floor featuring a reliable, gritted anti-slip surface. DECKSAFE 500 is manufactured from high-grade glass reinforced plastic (GRP) to offer an impressive combination of strength, rigidity, low weight and ease of installation. Supplied in 500mm wide, tongue and grooved lengths up to 6m, DECKSAFE 500 can be easily cut as required and simply sealed along the top and bottom of the groove with the application of a gap filling silicone adhesive to prevent water penetration. Significantly, this new plank flooring offers unrivalled resistance to corrosion, excellent strength-to-weight ratio, plus maximum UV resistance.
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Ecobuild Review
In Depth: Ecobuild Review
Show proves a success

Ecobuild 2013 celebrated a busy event full of new technologies, products and an exceptional educational programme...
cobuild welcomed 45,000 industry professionals to Londons ExCeL over three days to explore the products and services of more than 1,000 exhibiting companies, including Baxi, Saint-Gobain, Worcester Bosch, Mitsubishi, Schueco, Marshalls and Kingspan Environmental. In addition to the industrys major players, the event showcased a number of new green shoot companies introducing innovative ideas and products to the marketplace and the popular Biodiversity Pavilion covered subjects from bat boxes and living roofs to wild habitats and water management. There was a focus on resources with the new WasteZone and university students were also given the chance to showcase their projects as the event saw involvement from universities including Brighton, Kingston, Oxford Brooks, London Met, Reading and the University of East London. Paul King, chief executive, UK-Green Building Council commented: Several exciting and important things happened at Ecobuild this year. The Green Deal did for refurbishment what Zero Carbon did for new build in 2006 catalyzing huge amounts of investment and innovation for a whole new industry. A consistently packed Arena and a host of thought-provoking seminars and features on the exhibition floor made this the most entertaining Ecobuild yet for visitors; and the optimistic mood of all who came showed that the green shoots have survived another tough winter and are ready to burst into a new spring for the construction industry. Returning to the show floor for 2013, the Ecobuild Arena designed by landscape architect Patrick Collins, offered a programme of keynote debates and high level discussions as well as an audience with Joanna Lumley and Jonathan Dimbleby. In all, over 900 speakers took to the stage to address the political, economical and technical challenges facing the built environment community. Attracting a host of industry experts, commentators and Ministers, including Edward Davey MP, Don Foster MP and Gregory Barker MP, the conference programme tackled subjects including The Green Deal is it delivering? , Does the UK have any hope of achieving its 2050 carbon reduction target? and Can green drive the next wave of growth? Packed seminar theatres on the floor covered topics including Green Energy, Passivhaus, Refurbishing Britain, Property, BIM and Whole Life Carbon. UBM is now looking forward to its international Ecobuild events; Ecobuild China to be held from 1-3 April 2013 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre and Ecobuild India which will take place from 16-17 April 2013 at the BEC, Mumbai. Later in the year, Ecobuild Southeast Asia will run in Kuala Lumpur from 17-19 September 2013.
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TESTING TIMES
Testo showcased its range of thermal imaging cameras at Ecobuild, including a new feature: SuperResolution. This optional feature effectively doubles the geometric resolution of thermal images. No artificial intermediate values are generated. True readings are utilised, which can be regarded as comparable to a higher detector resolution. The thermal images captured with the resolution of the camera detector are intensified, providing greater detail and clarity with truly outstanding images. The precise infrared images from the cameras allow even the smallest faults in difficult-to-access places or dangerous zones in industrial systems to be identified precisely, reliably and from a safe distance.
MAKING A STAND FOR COST AT ECOBUILD

Demonstrating its commitment to reducing costs in commercial heating systems, Sentinel Commercial gave away System Check products (worth 50 each) to Ecobuild visitors. System Check is a complete testing and reporting service which enables installers, contractors and system operators to simply send samples for rapid analysis and receive a full water health check by return email, saving significant time and money. Sentinel Commercials commercial heating system products, including the award-winning X Range for boilers and R Range renewables products, were also exhibited on the stand. The presence of the KalGUARD water conditioner, a device that is scientifically proven to permanently prevent limescale, was complemented by a new video demonstrating the KalGUARD installation process. In addition to investing in System Check and instructional videos, we also provide free, on-site training programmes, teaching how to assess, specify, protect and confirm boiler system water quality, explained Ian Barnes, BZ311 head of Sentinel Commercial.
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RESIDENTIAL H&V SOLUTIONS

Sustainable Solutions Under one Roof was the theme of Johnson & Starleys participation at Ecobuild 2013. The company highlighted its range of highly energy efficient heating and ventilation solutions for residential properties. The new super-efficient QuanTec condensing combi boiler with integral passive flue gas heat recovery was a major attraction for visitors, alongside the companys latest offerings in high efficiency warm air heating.
For more information visit www.ecobuild.co.uk
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In Depth: Industry News
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BUSINESS BOOSTING SCHEMES

Howarth Timber & Building Supplies has joined forces with Bondpay and Decision2day to provide its trade customers with a one-stop shop for protecting their business and improving their cash flow. By joining Bondpay, tradespeople are not only providing their customers with the security of knowing that their job will be done to an agreed standard and programme, but also ensuring their own peace of mind in knowing that the funds are in place before they start work. Before a tradesperson begins work, the customer pays the full amount for the job into a shared Bondpay account, which is then released when the customer acknowledges that the work has been completed to a satisfactory standard. Tradespeople will also benefit from selecting Howarth Timber as their materials partner, in the shape of 50 credit to their account.
PRIDE IN PAINT
Paint manufacturer, Johnstones has been recognised for its dedication to local communities after being awarded a Pride in Our Workplace certificate by Carillion. Johnstones is working closely with Carillion on the Southmead Hospital development in Bristol and, as part of Carillions corporate and social responsibility, Johnstones was specified to provide specialist exterior and metal paints for an ambitious makeover of Wordsworth Community Centre. In just one day, and in typical British weather conditions, the exterior of the centre, which had become run down, was totally transformed. Johnstones white road marking paint, specifically chosen as it is extremely durable and suitable for hard exterior floor surfaces, was used to repaint the white lines of the car park. The gates, steps and railings of the building were freshened up using Johnstones Smooth Metal Paint in blue.
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NEW EWI AND RENDER CPD SEMINARS

Knauf Marmorit is offering free CPD seminars to simplify the specification of external wall insulation and render systems from the Marmorit range. With content tailored to meet the needs of the architect, contractor, or even an individual project, the companys CPD presentations provide concise advice and information on
RECORD RESULTS FOR 2012

IronmongeryDirect has announced positive year end results for 2012, which saw turnover hitting 18.1m, up 22% on 2011. IronmongeryDirect's managing director, Wayne LysaghtMason, stated: We are pleased that despite tough times in the industry, we have managed our eighth consecutive year of strong growth. It really goes to show just how important it is to understand our customers and continue to adapt to their needs. In 2012 the company improved many areas of its offering including introducing free returns, extending the Sunday order cut-off to 3.30pm for Monday delivery, and increasing the range with over 2,000 new products. The company recognised the increasing trend for tradesmen accessing its website via mobile devices and launched a mobile website, which contributed to a 29% increase in online turnover. These new service offerings, together with an already market-leading 7.30pm cut-off for next day delivery, are helping IronmongeryDirect to develop and keep a loyal customer base. Wayne Lysaght-Mason added: More than 76% of our customers tell us they come back because of our next day delivery; therefore maintaining our service level again is key to our success.
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GREEN CERTIFICATION
Demand for large format printing produced by Signboxs Durst Omega 1 print technology is certain to increase further now that the inks it uses have been awarded GREENGUARD certificates and cover Indoor Air Quality and Children & Schools. GREENGUARD certified products must meet stringent chemical emissions requirements, such as being screened for more than 10,000 volatile organic compounds (VOCs). To gain GREENGUARD certification the inks must first pass rigorous independent testing before being awarded the certification and undergo re-certification and quality monitoring tests on a regular basis to maintain this prestigious accreditation.
different product options and best practice. Marmorit CPD events can be arranged at customers premises for up to 20 personnel. The Render Systems presentation includes photographs, drawings and diagrams to illustrate the full range of render types, including traditional lime render and modern silicone and acrylic systems. Cause and prevention of render failures are explained, as well as issues such as staining from window cills or cappings that are not installed with the correct overhang or drip.
DULUX REVEALS DECORATOR OF THE YEAR

Dulux Select Decorator, Mark Rigby, is celebrating after scooping the grand prize in the Dulux Select Decorator of the Year Awards, which honours the craftsmanship of accredited decorating professionals. The coveted accolade was presented to Mark at the annual Dulux Select Decorators Winter Ball ceremony where he also won his category for an interior painting and decorating project worth up to 999. Mark, proprietor of MRQD Contracting, triumphed in the competition for his redecoration of a cinema room and bar within a home belonging to a high-profile Premiership football manager. After seeing-off competition from decorators across the country, Mark was awarded two accolades and presented with 1,500 worth of Bonusbonds. His project was chosen for the top prize based on customer feedback, project specification and preparatory work, with the judges concluding it had the wow factor .
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In Depth: Industry News Product Round Up: Doors, Windows & Architectural Hardware
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AN INDUSTRY FIRST
Marley Eternit is celebrating, having achieved yet another industry first, with improved ratings on its UK manufactured fibre cement and profiled sheeting products as the result of its annual third party BES 6001 certification re-assessment. BES 6001 is the Framework Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products by the BRE. In demonstrating the companys continued commitment to sustainable buildings, Marley Eternits UK manufactured clay tiles, fibre cement slates and profiled sheeting have achieved a Very Good performance rating. This is an improvement from its Good rating in 2012, meaning Marley Eternits products continue to lead the way in the roofing industry. BES 6001 certification enables Marley Eternit to demonstrate a responsible chain of custody as a manufacturer.
MILESTONE PARTNERSHIP
Energy Assets has entered into a partnership with Flexenergy that strengthens its position in the multi-utility infrastructure market. Flexenergy provides pre-insulated pipe solutions for a variety of energy technologies, including solar, biomass CHP, geothermal, district and community heating schemes and cooling and chilled water networks. The partnership enables Energy Assets to augment its existing GIRS-accredited Siteworks gas service through an agreement that supports its business development activities related to the wider utilities market. Russell Gibson, the companys chief operating officer commented: The agreement with Flexenergy represents a significant milestone because it provides access to innovative materials and strengthens our ability to optimise project efficiency and customer value across every utility sector.
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THE SECRET LIFE OF A LANES EMPLOYEE

By day, Gavin McNulty is an office administrator with the Lanes Group. But by night (and at weekends) he is a Coco-nutter one of the worldfamous troupe of clog dancers from the Rossendale Valley in Lancashire. The name comes from the wooden nuts (actually bobbin tops) which are worn at their knees, waists and wrists, and tapped together as percussion to the dancing. Although they perform all year round, the biggest date in the Coco-nutting calendar is Easter Saturday, when the troupe dances the 11km from the Bacup boundary to the boundary of Waterfoot.
FITTING GUARANTEE
A recent report suggests as many as 19 million doors could qualify for replacement under the Green Deals terms. The Golden Rule is that the repayments should not exceed the energy savings, and its thought that most loans will be taken over a period of five to ten years. This raises the question of guarantees. Without a ten year guarantee, consumers could face making repayments for a product after its guarantee has expired. Thats OK if the product still works, but is a problem if the product has failed. Consumer protection is an integral part of the Green Deal and its a requirement of the scheme that the term of the loan is no longer than the lifetime of the measure. A good guarantee will prove a major aid to sales for installers. Nick Dutton, managing director of Door-Stop International, comments: Composite doors one of the best, least disruptive and most energy efficient measures available under the Green Deal are usually guaranteed for a maximum of five years. However, all elements of the standard DoorStop door (ERA Vectis lock, stainless steel furniture and Door-Stop glazing cassettes) are guaranteed for a full ten years. In fact, the ERA lock is so secure that, if a burglar breaks in through the lock, the whole door will be replaced under guarantee and the homeowner will also receive 500.
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BOTTOM ROLLING SOLUTION

Brio exterior folding door and window furniture products are indispensable for architects and designers to successfully satisfy the current trend that dictates interiors and exteriors must meld seamlessly together. The latest addition to the Brio range Brio Weatherfold 4c bottom rolling solution ensures this vision is realised in a secure and efficient manner. Weatherfold 4c bottom rolling folding systems offer a panel weight capacity of 75kg and a panel height of 3.3m can be accommodated. The solution offers maximum opening widths with 16 panels and a 4mm panel gap.
GREENTEQ ALUMINIUM ADHESIVE NOW IN STOCK

VBH now holds stock of greenteQ 2C-alu adhesive for the bonding of corners of anodised or powder coated aluminium profiles, including windows, doors, cladding and faades. Aluminium sections can be powder coated after bonding. 2C-alu adhesive can also be used to bond other materials such as PVCu, fibre reinforced plasterboard and HPL (high pressure laminate). greenteQ 2C-alu adhesive is a two component product supplied in a 550 or 900g dual cartridge, which mixes to the correct ratio in the static mixing tube that also acts as an application nozzle. The product is thixotropic, does not drip and is solvent free. It can be painted over when fully cured, and is also weather resistant. VBH marketing manager Gary Gleeson commented: Quality-wise, greenteQ 2C-alu adhesive is at the same high level as the established adhesive brands, but our customers report considerable cost savings against those products.
Coco-nutters clearly have stamina. It can be physically challenging, says Gavin. During the Easter boundary dance, for example, we start at 9am and dont finish till around 7pm. But we practise every week, and perform regularly, so being a Nutter is an exercise regime itself!
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Product Round Up: Doors, Windows & Architectural Hardware > Drainage, Plumbing & Water Saving Solutions
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RIBA CPD ROADSHOWS FEATURE INTERNORM

Following on from the introduction of its first RIBAapproved CPD, Internorm is now taking part in the 2013 RIBA CPD Providers Network Roadshows. The shows, which will take place up and down the UK throughout 2013, give construction and design professionals an opportunity to gain a full days worth of CPD points in a range of subjects. Internorm will also have an exhibition table at the roadshows, giving attendees the opportunity to find out more about the window manufacturer. Each roadshow CPD session, which is completely free, lasts a full hour and attendees can book as many as five sessions in one day. Internorm will offer attendees an insight into building low energy and Passivhaus standard properties in addition to how windows and doors play a significant role.
CHURCH DOOR UPGRADE

As part of a 2.3m refurbishment project, St Peters Church in Harrogate has installed a double set of TORMAX automatic swing doors to the new glass frontage, offering clear and easy access for everyone. TORMAX recommended using its powerful iMotion 1401 door operator to create a minimalist entrance that successfully enhances the traditional stone building. Concealed under the floor, this lowmaintenance operator has no abrading parts to cause friction and wear out, delivering exceptional reliability in the long term, even in busy locations such as this. The TORMAX iMotion 1401 operator is compatible with a standard 240v electrical supply making it quick and easy to install, while the powerful, high torque synchronous motor ensures rapid response to approaching pedestrian traffic.
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OLYMPIC SUCCESS
Plastic piping systems manufacturer, Polypipe has been granted permission to highlight its contribution to the construction of the London 2012 stadia and buildings, including the Olympic Stadium, Velodrome and Athletes Village. Working with the various stakeholders from an early stage, Polypipe supplied almost one million metres of plastic pipe and over two million fittings to the Olympic Park. Polypipe supplied a number of product systems for a variety of applications across the Olympic
WINNING HINGES FOR OLYMPIC VILLAGE

Over 5,000 SIMONSWERK award-winning TECTUS hinges, model TE 528 3D satin stainless steel, were fitted throughout the 2012 London Olympic Village venue, primarily in corridor areas to ensure harmonised aesthetics for athletes by concealing all the electrical ducting and service piping behind jib door panels manufactured by Leaderflush Shapland. TECTUS hinges are completely hidden from view and provide perfect door alignment and a flush fitting, clean line design. Created for safety, with minimum pivot gaps to prevent finger injury, these maintenance-free, 3D adjustable hinges were the right solution for this prestigious Olympic project planned by architect Fletcher Priest and housing 17,000 competitors and officials. Now the Games are over, work has started on the refurbishment development programme to create around 1,400 affordable homes and, again, SIMONSWERK high quality, fully concealed TECTUS 3D hinges have been specified and will be fitted to doors throughout the new scheme.
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RAUVITHERM FOR POULTRY FARM

Mibec Thermal Solutions, an approved distributor of REHAUs RAUVITHERM flexible pipe system, has demonstrated the advantages of the polymer alternative to steel pipe at a Shropshire poultry farm. The preinsulated pipe, with its LLD-PE corrugated outer jacket and closed-cell insulation, has been used to link a 120 x 30m poultry shed with the 200kW gas boiler house located 10m away and to provide a dedicated 100m distribution main for the underfloor heating system within the shed. RAUVITHERM Duo 50mm pre-insulated pipe was installed for the distribution main and for the link to the boiler house.
build, including six different systems for the Athletes Village alone. In particular its Terrain above ground soil and waste drainage systems were used by all of the major projects on the Park, and several products were developed specifically for the project. One such product is the Terrain Firetrap firesleeve, which achieved a never-seenbefore 4-hour fire protection for above ground plastic drainage systems; developed to meet the demands of the Athletes Village.
GETTING THE UV TREATMENT

Novotels Saigon Centre hotel in Vietnam has installed six Hanovia UV systems for service water treatment. The UV systems kill any micro-organisms from the incoming city water supply, leaving it good enough to drink. All the UV systems provide a minimum 99.999% reduction in E.coli, Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Legionella and other harmful micro organisms. In this installation, six, single-lamp AF3 amalgam UV systems are installed on the hotels roof, treating water flows between 26.5m3/h and 30m3/h. City water passes through sand filters before storage in roof tanks, from where it passes through the UV systems prior to distribution to every room in the hotel. These UV systems are very small and can be installed in the tightest of places.
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Product Round Up: Focus on Education > Heating, Ventilation & Energy Efficiency
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BESPOKE BUILDINGS
Several new modular buildings from Caledonian Modular are providing additional learning facilities quickly and cost-effectively for the London Borough of Enfields education expansion programme. Bespoke steel and timber framed modules were factory finished internally and externally in Caledonian Modulars state-of-the-art production facilities ready for fast-track assembly and finishing on site. One of the three projects in the London Borough of Enfield is a new 130m2 modular building for the Prince of Wales Primary School, which was delivered to site, assembled from six modules and weathersealed in a single day. In addition to meeting the clients build programme, all the new facilities were custom-designed by Caledonian Modular to maximise integration with existing buildings, which was a key requirement for each school.
SPACING OUT ON WARM AIR HEATERS

Widely used in schools, community centres, conservatories and churches, Rinnai fan convection powered flue heaters have earned a well-deserved reputation for providing flexible, safe, controllable heat with maximum energy efficiency and reliability. The heaters are fitted with a small powered flue to allow flexible positioning with flue extensions also available. The units also feature flame failure protection, stainless steel heat exchangers, automatic ignition, a low case temperature and integral air filters. Rinnais 556T and 1004T models offer the option of a central timer control, while the Rinnai 308FTR and 556FTR heaters can be fitted with infra-red remote control (on, off, temperature up or down), a 24-hour digital dual timer with intelligent features, self diagnostic controls and a self-learning preheat time.
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RAISING THE TEMPERATURE AT FIRE STATION

Gaia Climate Solutions has supplied a complete underfloor heating (UFH) system to Suffolk Fire Services new Ipswich fire station. Gaia supplied and installed the 898m2 of underfloor heating, plus 965m2 of screed and insulation, for the whole station. Formerly known as DEVI Electroheat, Gaia Climate Solutions has earned a reputation for expertise in UFH,
A SUBTLE HEATING FEATURE

Stylish yet unobtrusive, the Unifocus wood-burning fire is just one example from an extensive collection made by French company Focus, and available in the UK from Diligence International. Two options are available the 13 and the 70 with the numbers denoting (in mm) the width of the frame surrounding the glass-fronted fire. The 13mm frame offers a faade that measures 736 x 666mm, while the 70mm variant is 850 x 780mm. Capable of delivering an impressive 15kW of heat output, the Unifocus can be used in traditional or modern settings its simple lines allowing it to be a stylish addition to any interior design scheme. The burning efficiency figure of 83.2% will attract those looking for economic and environmentally friendly operation, and the fire complies with the strictest European technical and environmental standards. Heat output is controlled manually and by an integrated thermostat, and the precise regulation of the air for combustion ensures easy lighting of the fire and good burn consistency. For ease of access, the door slides vertically or it can open out into the room at an angle of 45 for cleaning.
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ELEGANT HEATING
Hudevad has introduced its Consilio bench radiator, suitable for areas with limited wall space. Consilio is more than just a source of heat as it combines functionality and aesthetics, making it a practical piece of designer furniture. Consilio came about from a project for student accommodation where the brief was to provide a bed and study area with seating in a small space. Hudevads solution was to incorporate two, flat panel radiators as the front and back of a bench with seating on top. As students can be a bit robust when it comes to furniture use, the valves were encased in the panels away from careless feet.
having marketed the Deviheat electric UFH system and the Devimat floor warming mat for more than 20 years. The companys subsequent expansion into wet, or hydronic, UFH technology has been a logical and successful development. Instead of electric heating elements, the system works by circulating water at low temperature through a series of pipe loops laid within a screed, or between timber joists, beneath the floor surface.
HELPING SHOWCASE UNDERFLOOR HEATING
The UKs first fully functional underfloor heating showroom has opened to the public. It displays a number of heating systems complete with tiles fixed using Ultra Tile and Ultra Floor materials. The Underfloor Heating store in Essex is the first of its kind; it was built to showcase the latest underfloor heating technology using working systems and tiled floor sections. Several different types of system, including both water and electric, were installed with a variety of tiles from quartz to porcelain and granite. Showcasing a large number of different pods has demonstrated the compatibility of Ultra Tile materials and various tile types with heating systems. Throughout the store, combinations of the following products were used: Ultra Floor Level IT one HDB floor leveller, Ultra Tile ProRapid RS and ProFlex SP adhesives and Ultra Tile FlexJoint grout. The Underfloor Heating stores director, Michael Lewis commented: We used Ultra Tile adhesives in our showroom because we have tried many brands and none compare to the quality of Ultra Tile.
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Product Round Up: Heating, Ventilation & Energy Efficiency > Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms
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DISABLED TOILETING SOLUTION

Total Hygiene has developed a package whereby it will provide design advice, supply, install, and commission appropriate bathrooms, wetrooms and toilets, to ensure new build or refurbishment projects meet disabled peoples needs, relevant legislation and best practice guidance. The company has also devised a scheme for social housing providers, whereby certain equipment can be refurbished and moved to alternative locations when no longer needed at one home, optimising budget considerations. One of the four necessary features is use of a toilet on the ground or entry floor, says Robin Tuffley at Total Hygiene. A simple option is to replace a conventional WC with a wash and dry toilet, which enables the disabled person to go to the toilet without the aid of a carer.
MODERN HEATING
The RIOPanel range of heating solutions from Hudevad allows for unobtrusive yet highly efficient heating that is compatible with cutting-edge modern design. RIOpanel Seriel Integral combines all the advantages of RIOpanel Integral and RIOpanel Seriel into one, stylish and practical product. Aesthetically pleasing with a robust design and the promise of rapid installation, this radiator delivers on all fronts. RIOpanel Seriel Integral is based on the RIOpanel Plan radiator but, unlike other standard RIOpanel Plan radiators, the RIOpanel Seriel Integral is not fitted with loose sides and a top grille. Therefore, the solution is suitable for buildings where whole-life costs are important decision parameters and must go hand-in-hand with the design. RIOpanel Seriel Integral has a built-in valve system and is supplied with press fittings, with the pipe dimensions required.
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A REWARDING EXPERIENCE
The SOLOLIFT2 range of macerators from Grundfos comprises five models and offers a solution to handling wastewater for any combination of WC, bidet, sink, bath, shower and washing machine. So, whether the application demands an extra bathroom, a basement installation, or is for extra facilities in hotels and guest houses or perhaps where facilities are needed for the elderly or the disabled, or is part of a commercial building renovation Grundfos has the
WASHROOMS WORK OUT AT NEW GYM

Maxwood Washrooms has manufactured and installed all toilet cubicles, hand wash vanity units, showers, lockers and benching for the Europa Gymnastics Centre in Crayford, a 35,000ft2 complex designed and built for Barratt East London by ISG. By working closely with the client in the early stages of the project, Maxwoods design team was able to provide complete solutions for the gyms four WC facilities and four changing/shower areas, which combine good looks with the impact and water resistance required for the 4.45m centres high-traffic facilities. The washrooms showcase a range of systems from Maxwoods extensive range, including the popular Motiv cubicle system for toilets and Marin solid grade laminate cubicles in shower areas. High performance, solid grade laminate is impervious to water and extremely resilient, making it suitable for this type of intensive-use, high humidity environment. Male and female changing rooms are denoted by a different coloured laminate finish to locker doors and tiling, from shades of pink and red for women to blue and white for men. Cubicle doors for the project are finished in a neutral Nordic Maple laminate to complement coloured fixtures and fittings.
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WINNING DESIGN
The iF Design Awards have a strict criterion that judges everything from cosmetic appearance and functionality, through to environmental impact. They are only bestowed on products that demonstrate truly innovative design. Thanks to its highly intelligent functionality, the award-winning Panasonic Etherea air-conditioning system is suited to domestic and other localised installations. I am absolutely delighted that we have won an iF Product Design Award with the Panasonic Etherea, said Marc Diaz, UK country manager. The award provides us with recognition of our products high-quality design, as well as our investment in development that has made the product a key industry leader, standing out against our competitors.
answer. The modular design of the new Grundfos SOLOLIFT2 means that servicing can normally be achieved in situ without the need to drain down the system. Importantly, these new SOLOLIFT2 models are not only suitable for new installations, but also for replacing any existing macerator unit. If you purchase any SOLOLIFT2 model before 30 June 2013 you will qualify for 20 Love2Shop vouchers find out more by visiting the Grundfos website.
RIOPANEL SETS THE STANDARD
The RIOPanel range of premium heating solutions from Hudevad complements all architectural styles, thereby allowing for unobtrusive, yet highly efficient heating for sympathetic refurbishment of older buildings or inclusion in the most cutting edge, avant garde design. Sturdy and practical, the RIOpanel Standard radiator is precision manufactured from cold rolled sheets of steel to a thickness of 1.25mm with the convector made from 0.5mm steel. The extensive stock programme of the unit, with several types and sizes, guarantees quick delivery. Standard lengths are 200-4,000mm, with sections in increments of 100mm with heights of 255, 355, 455, 555, 655 and 955mm and a choice of depths from 15-159mm. If required, RIOpanel Standard radiator can be supplied with connections other than standard inch ABCD tappings and with a built-in valve for one-pipe as well as two-pipe systems. RIOpanel Standard can also be tailor-made to customers angled or curved requirements.
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Product Round Up: Roofing, Cladding & Insulation
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SIGA ACHIEVES PERFECT PITCH

An exclusive new build detached house in Cheshire not only pays testimony to the use of quality natural slate supplied by SIGA it also celebrates the success of the installation by two young roofers, both with apprenticeship backgrounds. A challenge for the two individuals both under the age of 28 who completed the installation single-handedly, the 667.52m2 six-bedroom house, complete with a separate garage and garden store, features SIGA 32 500 x 250mm Spanish-sourced slate across its single and double storey sections. The slate also adorns a series of flat roofed and pitched dormers. Specified by Calderpeel architects in Altrincham, Cheshire, the SIGA 32 blue/grey natural slate was chosen primarily to blend with the buildings rural location.
SILVERWOOD SOLUTION
The A. Proctor Groups Silverwood timber cladding is now being used by the Accord Group. The Accord Group has set up an award-winning factory called LoCaL Homes to manufacture its own timber frame houses. At Pattern Gardens in Darlaston, West Midlands, the Silverwood Biseau profile was factory fitted on a 200mm frame to almost 100 new homes. Additional services provided by the A. Proctor Group included routed cladding to allow site fit at the wall and floor junctions by the contractor on site. Silverwood offers a wide exterior cladding product range which includes a diversity of colours, appearances and profiles provided with ease of installation and maintenance as standard. It also offers a comprehensive ten-year, maintenance-free guarantee against timber decay and is durable for up to 50 years as a result of the combined timber treatment and the Silverwood factory-applied paint finish.
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ROBUST CLADDING
Sotech recently supplied a faade solution for an ASDA multi-storey car park in Weymouth. Working on the new multi-storey, Sotech was required to provide a faade material which was in keeping with the stores terracotta tiled roof, but with a more robust nature. Sotechs Optima IPC extruded aluminium plank system proved to be the answer for the 50,000 project.
EDGEMERE COMPLEMENTS LOG HOME DESIGN

Marley Eternits Edgemere interlocking slate has been specified as part of the construction of two pioneering, pre-fabricated Canadian Log Homes at a campsite for Christian charity, Foundation Matters. After discussions with the local planning officer, Marleys Edgemere interlocking slate was selected as an aesthetically pleasing and practical roofing solution which would complement the natural look of the log homes. Jem Hudson said: While a Staffordshire Blue colour is predominant in the area, on the advice of the South Derbyshire Planning Officer, we selected a smooth grey colour for the Edgemere slates as this provides a seamless blend with the surrounding location of the camp and the new log homes. The main centre used 6,800 Edgemere slates, with the smaller managers home requiring approximately 2,300 slates in total. As one of Marley Eternits best-selling products, it is clear that the powerful combination of aesthetic impact, performance reliability and cost-effectiveness helps to make the Edgemere slate one of the premier concrete roof tiles for the industry. The Edgemere range can achieve up to an A+ rating in the BRE Green Guide to Specification and has also achieved a Good rating under the BES 6001 framework standard for responsible sourcing of construction products.
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DEMAND INCREASES
Panel Systems has reported an increase in demand for its aluminium composite panels. Aesthetics is still the number one reason that architectural panels are chosen especially for modern urban and city centre locations. On a recent project, the architect for The Link, a flagship community building for young people in Thamesmead, London, chose Aluglaze panels in four distinctive colours red, orange, yellow and green. Aluglaze was specified due to the range of powder coated colours available which were used to create a vibrant building faade that complemented the colour of the curtain walling.
Over 450m2 of the extruded IPC system, known as Xplank, was provided in a textured PPC finish to match the roof tiles surface and colour. Xplank is only a tenth of the weight of traditional terracotta tiling and is recommended for areas where the cladding comes into pedestrian areas, due to its strength and impact resistance. The Xplank was impact tested at both Sotechs state-of-theart testing facility and by independent authorities. These results were compared directly with the durability of traditional terracotta tiling.
TIME SAVING WITH POROTHERM

Clearview Homes has specified Porotherm, the clay block walling system from Wienerberger, to speed up construction of a new development in the centre of South Harrow. The 50-unit, L-shaped apartment block is split over three levels up to five storeys. Porotherm is being used for the internal structure and it is anticipated the building will be ready for roof installation within ten weeks. The Porotherm walls, comprising precision-engineered blocks bound with a specialist ZeroPlus mortar, are expected to go up one floor per eight days during this phase. Once this internal structure is erected, the external facing bricks will be applied and internal fix will begin at the same time, cutting a 15-month build to approximately 12 months in total. Wienerbergers Warm Golden Buff brick is being used for the external faade.
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SPACE AGE SPECIFICATION

The new 1,800m2 Aerospace Technology Centre at Nottingham University provides a dedicated research and information exchange facility within the Institute for Aerospace Technology. It also provides a showcase for RigiSystems Ziplok standing seam profile with MicroZink finish in a roof-to-wall application which complements the space age nature of the project. MicroZink provides all the performance benefits of aluminium with the aesthetic appeal of a traditional zinc roof. The coating even changes colour and gloss over time in almost exactly the same way as pure zinc, yet in all other respects the profiles behave in the same way as standard aluminium.
TEK TAKES TO THE STAGE

The Kingspan TEK Building System is helping the Hafren theatre in Powys reach new heights as part of a 900,000 refurbishment. To construct the high-level extension, Kingspan TEK Building System panels were fixed externally around a steel frame. This provided the structure with the required racking resistance and stability while also delivering excellent thermal performance and airtightness. The systems highly insulated core allows it to achieve U-values of 0.21W/m2K and below, while its proprietary joint system can help reduce air leakage levels to 0.91 air changes per hour at 50Pa. One of the main benefits of the Kingspan TEK Building System is that it is designed and cut to a projects unique specification before it leaves the factory. This speeds up the on-site installation process as very few adjustments are required and waste is kept to a minimum.
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PANELS PROTECT YOUTH CENTRE

Some 1,800m of Rodeca's Isoclear polycarbonate sheets, which feature U-values as low as 0.71 W/m2K, have been selected by Associated Architects for the rainscreen cladding of the first and second floors of the 5m myplace youth centre in Aston, Birmingham. The 40mm recyclable panels were used bi-coloured (where the interior panel layer is a different colour
SIKA TROCAL OFFERS A GREEN FUTURE

Sika-Trocal has launched a new range of Sika Green Roof systems. Each system incorporates SikaTrocals single ply waterproofing membranes, which are renowned for being cost-effective and quick to install. Sika-Trocal prides itself on the flexibility of choice that it offers to architects, and with the new green roof systems, specifiers can opt for a Sika-Trocal single ply membrane and then choose which green roof supplier they want for the green element. This choice now includes the option to select green roof components that are fully Sika branded, which would have the added benefit of a Sika guarantee for those parts of the system. As part of the product launch, Sika-Trocal has worked closely with a selection of highly skilled green roof experts who have now become Sika Green Roof Contractors. These contractors are experienced in designing and installing green roof systems, allowing specifiers to benefit from a professional installation. The new green roof systems also have all the inherent advantages of working with Sika-Trocal, including single ply membranes that have been certified by the BBA with a life expectancy durability statement of in excess of 30 years and installation by Sika-Trocals network of trained Licensed Contractors.
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GUARANTEED TO BE GREENER
Sika Liquid Plastics has launched a new range of green roof systems which includes all types of green roof finishing options. The new product offer gives specifiers peace of mind that every element of the green roof system is guaranteed to last as long as the waterproofing which can be up to 25 years as long as the appropriate maintenance contract is in operation. Specifiers also benefit from all the other key advantages of using a Sika Liquid Plastics system, including a seamless and flexible waterproof membrane and completely cold installation.
to the exterior one for a 3D effect) in a variety of colours ranging from white to blue to make the building a landmark one. The 500mm-wide panels are manufactured with a tongue and groove coupling and are fixed with aluminium fasteners. Theoretically, faades can be more than 200m long and a panel height of up to 25m can be mounted in one piece. Some 200 times tougher than glass, the panels enable light transmission between 5-65% and, at the same time, are highly efficient insulators of heat (<0.71W/mK) and sound (21-43dB).
Cembrit has launched a new base board specially designed for insulated render systems. With the application of liquid renders, specifiers can create faades combining a monolithic appearance with all the advantages of rainscreen claddings. Cement based Cembrit PB, has low water absorbency and is dimensionally stable. It wont expand and contract with heat and cold nor will it swell and shrink due to changes in moisture crucial characteristics inhibiting surface cracking in the render finish. Cembrit PBs specially developed, reinforced, chamfered edges mean the board can be fixed close to their edges. This maximizes stability at the butt joints, further reducing the risk of the render cracking along the joints, which can be a vulnerable area of the faade.
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AIR LEAKAGE SOLUTION

Geocel has launched a new solution to some of the most common air leakage points. New AIRBLOCK Flexible Foam is the only air leakage foam seal tested to the latest standards and offers a versatile solution to filling voids to improve energy efficiency. AIRBLOCK Flexible foam helps fill voids and seal the gaps where air leakage most commonly occurs where building services enter and leave the building (such as electrical cables vents and pipes), gaps around windows and doors, around suspended floors and loft hatches, even through light fixtures. As it is a high performance polyurethane foam, it will fill and seal most construction materials and remains flexible to absorb movement after it has cured. It can be cut, sawn, sanded, painted or plastered over after application.
BIGGEST EVER BCI ORDER

Boise Cascades BCI Joists are being used in a major residential development by Barking and Dagenham Council in East London. The project, known as Eastern End, Thames View, is one of six housing regeneration schemes in the borough which are designed to bring social housing up to the Governments Decent Homes standard. In a contract worth in excess of 250,000, Dover Trussed Roof Company, and sister company, Triad Timber Components, are designing, cutting and supplying engineered timber joists for 151 three-storey town houses on the project. The BCI Joists are delivered in optimal lengths and are then cut to precise measurements and assembled into kits ready for delivery to site.
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SHOWING OFF NEW OFFICES

The Bakewell Agricultural & Horticultural Society has a new facility which meets the needs of staff, directors and the various Bakewell Show committees, beginning a new chapter in the story of one of the oldest and greenest agricultural events. The new timber-framed building from Pinelog is entirely in keeping with the Societys ethos, being built to the highest possible ecological standards and incorporating many environmental features.
SOFTWARE ADOPTION
Timber frame manufacturer, Wyckham Blackwell, is the latest company to adopt Wolf Systems advanced timber frame detailing software, Horizon. Horizon is the UKs first timber frame application built on Autodesks BIM technology, Revit. Using Horizons proprietary 3D building objects, timber frame designers can realise the advantage of working in a true BIM environment. As the software is built on Revit, Horizon automates the modelling of true 3D building elements rather than the primitive 3D objects found in alternative software. Information rich, timber frame models created through Horizon enable fast and accurate production of elevations, sections, drawing sheets and schedules. By working on a single building model, design accuracy and productivity are intrinsically improved. Upgrading to Horizon was a logical move for Wyckham Blackwell, said director David Himmons: We use Wolf products for trusses, joists and timber frame and have used the companys design software for several years. It made sense for us to upgrade to Horizon for two main reasons: Firstly, we are increasing our design capability and have appointed an additional timber frame designer. Secondly, if we are to remain at the forefront of our industry, we must stay abreast of the technology.
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UNDERLAY DONATION
The A. Proctor Group has donated ten rolls of its high specification pitched roof underlay, Roofshield, to renovate The Meal Mill on the Scottish Isle of Raasay. The refurbishment of the old Mill will help to sustain and develop both the economy and cultural heritage of the remote island of Raasay. Roofshield has unique vapour and air permeability characteristics, which allow even the most complex of pitched roofs to breathe without the need for traditional air gaps or secondary venting products. Roofshield is as easy to install as traditional roofing felt.
The showground is on a flood plain which meant the building had to be raised by two feet. It has large, sloping buttresses which echo the nearby limestone escarpment. The imaginative use of windows makes the roof appear to be floating. The two side elevations are clad in stone from a local quarry and the rear elevation is constructed from sustainable larch. Redwood boarding, again from a sustainable source has been used for ceilings and other fittings.
PITCH PERFECT SOUND AT ALLIANZ PARK
The new Allianz Park stadium in North London, home to Saracens Rugby Club, has raised the bar for audio systems in the world of rugby. The upgrade to a concert-standard sound system for the 10,000-seater stadium, designed and installed by RNSS, has been designed to give fans the best possible audio experience. Hi-fidelity sound is now available throughout the stadium. In addition to the new East grandstand, it also encompasses the three other stands and all internal spaces. This includes the 105m long interior space under the East stand which doubles as a match day bar, indoor athletics track, and training area. All 17 corporate boxes are equipped with individual multi-source audio and local level controls, and the four function rooms have the same capability, plus comprehensive full range audio playback from a variety of audio sources, including wireless microphones and CD players via a bespoke control rack.
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Bullet Woodscrews
Bullet is the new name in premium quality woodscrews. Made from high quality materials and incorporating the latest market-leading technology, Bullet is a super fast, low energy, high performance woodscrew. Made from high quality heat treated steel, Bullet woodscrews are zinc and yellow passivated for product longevity. Featuring a hi-tech wax coating, cork screw tip and flute, Bullet has an excellent pick-up speed to power into all types of wood quickly and cleanly. A Red Bullet impact screwdriver bit comes free in every box for the best fit. Bullet has a clear price structure with three box sizes at three price points: 5, 7 and 15 (RRP ex. VAT).
Levolux
A new speculative office development in Manchester known as Fabrica, draws admiring glances from onlookers, thanks to its striking external screening solution, from Levolux. Fabrica, named in honour of the areas textile heritage, provides 21,000ft2 of BREEAM Excellent office space, arranged over five floors. The imposing office building, which sits adjacent to a new, 150-room Ibis hotel, stands out from neighbouring buildings with its gold perforated exterior. As is customary with modern office developments, there is an abundance of full-height glazing to maximise daylight levels. External window treatment was required on exposed elevations to increase privacy and comfort levels for occupants, and to create a distinctive external aesthetic.
Email: hello@bullet-screw.com Website: www.bullet-screw.com
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Email: info@levolux.com Website: www.levolux.com
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Wienerberger
Wienerberger has added to its extensive brick offering by launching six new products into its Terca range. The launch of Marpessa Multi, Rudgwick Multi Stock, Staffordshire Smooth Crimson, Staffordshire Smooth Brown, Staffordshire Brown Dragfaced and Staffordshire Red Dragfaced represents the latest stage of the companys drive to provide an unrivalled selection of walling options to its customers. These new bricks have different characteristics and are targeted at different market sectors. Both the Marpessa Multi and Rudgwick Multi Stock brick will be produced at Wienerbergers Warnham factory, while the Staffordshire varieties will be manufactured at Wienerbergers Kingsbury site, complementing the blue bricks already produced there.
Mapei
Mapei has extended its Mapefloor System range with a new product, Mapefloor I 302 SL, a two-part epoxy coating suitable for resin type self-levelling floors. Providing a smooth surface, Mapefloor I 302 SL is solvent and nonylphenol-free and is particularly suitable for flooring in the food industry. Abrasion and chemical resistant, it can be used as a paint or a high build coating, with quartz added to provide a low slip surface. It may also be coloured with 19 standard colours of Mapei Mapecolor Paste. Mapefloor I 302 SL is a FeRFA Type 3 floor coating suitable for use in chemical and pharmaceutical industries, the food industry, automated laboratories and warehouses, aseptic areas and shopping centres.
Email: wienerberger@manifestcomms.co.uk Website: www.wienerberger.com
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Email: sales@mapei.co.uk Website: www.mapei.co.uk
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VEKA
VEKA fabricator, Halo's new window system is unlike anything else currently available on the UK PVCu market. The window system supplier has unveiled the TwinSash which can achieve a U-value of 0.38W/mK and reduce noise levels by around 50dB. This level of performance is reached by using triple-glazed, krypton-filled units and foam-filled sections. Amazingly, it can even achieve extremely low U-values using what is considered to be the industry's most cost-effective combination of components; using two 28mm double glazed IGUs (air filled, float glass and aluminium spacer bar) the TwinSash can still achieve an impressive U-value of just 1.2W/mK. Thanks to its enviable level of energy-efficiency, TwinSash is one of the only PVCu window systems to meet the requirements for Passivhaus.
Mereway Kitchens
Mereway Kitchens embarks on yet another exciting launch this spring with the introduction of new door style, Light Ash, joining its contemporary Cucina Colore collection. Drawing on the current trend for a Scandinavian look, this fresh new door is a delicate horizontal textured woodgrain matt MFC with matching ABS edging. Light Ash is comfortably positioned in a lower price group and brings broad planning flexibility as this new door style sits on the standard Mereway cabinet matrix, has exciting range components and offers a colour co-ordinated matt MFC cabinet to suit. Creating a light and airy feel, the new finish is suitable for mixing with other textures and colours within the Cucina palette, and looks stunning in both Lastra style with handles or Futura handleless.
Email: salesenquiry@veka.com Website: www.vekauk.com
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Email: info@merewaykitchens.co.uk Website: www.merewaykitchens.co.uk
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Metal Technology
Metal Technology has supplied more than 500,000 (installed value) of curtain walling, window and door systems on the new 110m Aberdeen Emergency Care Centre (AECC). In a demonstration of confidence, the project design team at Mackie Ramsay Taylor specified Metal Technology Architectural glazing products on the scheme. System 4-20 Thermally Broken Casement Windows, System 5-20D Thermally Enhanced Doors, System 17 High Rise Curtain Walling and System 1-30 Thermally Broken Top Swing Windows were installed, providing guaranteed structural integrity, weather performance, thermal enhancement and security. The challenging three-year project, built to tight deadlines in a live hospital setting, is the most ambitious development undertaken by NHS Grampian in a generation.
BBA
Constructive Details (CDL), a joint venture by the BBA and Robust Details (RDL), has launched its second handbook of masonry detail junctions developed for the Aircrete Products Association whose members include H+H UK, Hanson, Quinn Lite and Thomas Armstrong. This second handbook details junctions for a full fill external wall cavity (11 details) and corresponds to details CD001 to CD0016 from the original handbook. Both of the handbooks are available electronically via a dedicated resources page on the CDL website and can be downloaded free of charge by logging onto:
http://constructivedetails.co.uk/resources/ Feedback on both of the handbooks

is welcomed via a short survey which can be completed by logging onto:
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Email: sales@metaltechnology.com Website: www.metaltechnology.com
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Email: enquiries@constructivedetails.co.uk Website: www.constructivedetails.co.uk
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T-T Pumps
Sign up today to be one of the first to get your hands on T-Ts new product catalogue. Revealing new products in the companys ranges, the catalogue will also include more detailed product information making selection even easier. T-T has been selected to supply three Package Pumping Stations to Marshall Construction for installation at Prestatyns brand new retail park. Supplying one Saturn 3m deep station for storm/surface water and two Jupiter 4.5m deep station for foul water, T-T was recommended for the project by a long standing customer Stockford Anderson. A spokesman from the company commented: Due to the good service we receive at our sites, when my client asked who should install the pumping system it made sense to choose
Rundum Meir (UK)

A solid oak Rundum Original concave garage door was specified for Downley House a beautiful home located in rural South Downs National Park, designed by RIBA competition winner, Birds Portchmouth Russum. The use of oak and the concave design complement the natural flowing form of the landscape and the rest of the building. The door slides back along the side at an angle into the garage and is operated by remote control. Rundum Meir feels privileged to have been involved with this prestigious project, commented Danesch Missaghian, MD.
Email: response@ttpumps.com T-T. Website: www.ttpumps.com
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Elta Fans
Elta Fans and its guests were amongst 700 representatives from the building services industry at the 2013 CIBSE Building Performance Awards at Londons Grosvenor House, as Elta presented the Award in the Contractor of the Year category to Norland Managed Services. The awards took place on 5 February with Elta a category sponsor for the sixth consecutive year. Damian Buxton, finance director of Elta Fans, joined guest host Gyles Brandreth on stage in presenting the Contractor of the Year to the team from Norland. The shortlist of three companies from the wide range of category entries comprised Interserve Engineering Services, Kier Construction and Norland Managed Services, with Norland taking the top spot.
GEZE UK
GEZE UKs new managing director, Kaz Spiewakowski has set out his plans to reinvigorate the company, promising a subtle change of approach designed to build on GEZEs enviable reputation and maximise the experience of its highly knowledgeable staff. Our people, our products and our reputation are fantastic assets, he enthused. Despite challenging trading conditions, our year-on-year sales growth is proof that we are still leaders within this sector and we must build on these strengths as we move forward. But while Im upbeat about our potential, its important that we make this change of leadership an opportunity to evolve. We must refresh our approach and embrace new challenges, with a renewed focus on enhancing customer service, improving operational delivery and maximising the skills of our staff.
Email: mailbox@eltafans.co.uk Website: www.eltafans.com
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Email: info.uk@geze.com Website: www.geze.co.uk
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Bowater Architectural
Bowater Architectural's System10 Aluminium has been shortlisted for the Retrofit Product of the Year Award at the Greenbuild Awards. Sales and marketing director, Colin Torley commented: We are thrilled to be shortlisted for this award, as the Greenbuild Awards is the only one of its kind in the UK that recognises truly sustainable buildings. With a focus on actual measured performance rather than just the design intent or performance specifications, for System10 Aluminium to be recognised is a fantastic achievement. System10 Aluminium can be specified for buildings required to meet even the most stringent thermal and ecological standards.
Wetherby
Due to Wetherbys continued success within the EWI arena, there will be a few changes taking place over the next couple of months which will see some of Wetherby Building Systems key departments relocated from its North West HQ to new premises in Haydock. Additional space is being created at the HQ in Golborne, Greater Manchester in preparation for the additional demand on resources that the GreenDeal and ECO will undoubtedly generate. This is the second time in just over six months that the independently owned company has invested in additional premises to meet growing demand. The Wakefield distribution depot opened its doors in September 2012 and has proved to be a resounding success.
Email: salesenquiry@veka.com Website: www.bowaterarchitectural.com
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Email: info@wbs-ltd.co.uk Website: www.wbs-ltd.co.uk
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Steadmans
Steadmans has supplied materials for a new project at Purity Brewing Co. in Great Alne, Warwickshire. The brewery now benefits from the conversion of a 760m2 disused agricultural building into a microbrewery, thanks to Redditch-based installer S A Mogg. The building comprises over 330 linear metres of Steadmans AS35 120mm insulated panels in Vandyke brown and 130 linear metres of AS30 single sheet side-wall cladding. The company also supplied over 80 linear metres of eaves and ridge fillers. Dean James, project manager at S A Mogg, commented: I have been using Steadmans for most of our jobs for the last 15 years. The quality of the products it supplies is second-to-none and at a fraction of the cost of its competitors. We use Steadmans composite panels on a lot of our jobs as they are easy to fit and save a lot of labour time on-site.
Mereway Kitchens
Mereway Kitchens has received a visit from Anthea McIntyre MEP recently. After winning the EEF Manufacturing Regional Award for People Management Anthea contacted Mereway to arrange to visit the company. During the visit Anthea made some very nice comments about Mereway, said Bob Norris who, alongside his brother Richard, is Joint managing director. She particularly emphasised the fact that it was very encouraging to see a British manufacturer doing so well in the current economic climate. Mereway owners Bob and Richard briefed Anthea on Mereways history and growth since the company was founded in 1986, undertook a comprehensive tour of the factory and then introduced some of the employees involved with the projects for which they won the award.
Email: steadmans@yourresponse.co.uk Website: www.steadmans.co.uk
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Email: info@merewaykitchens.co.uk Website: www.merewaykitchens.co.uk
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SUTAINABILITY & ECO SOLUTIONS > TOOLS & EQUIPMENT > FIRE, SAFETY & SECURITY> URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPING
Avonside Group Services

Avonside Group Services gave pride of place on its stand at Ecobuild to the award-winning, RoofSpace I-Roof systemTM. The system from Avonside Group Services business, RoofSpace Solutions which has Robust Details approval offers significant environmental performance, plus time, cost and labour-saving benefits. Visitors to the stand literally walked into the roof space and admired the environmental innovations from strategic partners, installed on the RoofSpace I-Roof systemTM by Avonside operatives. These included the Russell Envirotile and Russell Envirolay installed by Avonside Roofing; Lightway Daylight tubes installed by Avonside Daylight and c21e solar photovoltaic tiles from Solarcentury installed and commissioned by Avonside Renewables.
HOLDON Osprey
Professional quality hand tool brand, Holdon, has launched the Osprey ten-piece Professional Measures and Levels Set. The set includes three spirit levels (600, 1,200 and 1,800mm) these feature clear orange vials that supply an accuracy level of +/- 0.5mm to the metre. The highest accuracy level in the industry combined with rubberised protective ends offer users bestin-class products, while a 230mm magnetic torpedo level, plus a key chain vial are also included. Holdons Osprey set comes complete with three tape measures 3, 5 and 8m which feature slide locking buttons that control quick-return nylon blades.
Email: info@avonsidegroup.co.uk Website: www.avonsidegroupservices.co.uk
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Email: hello@holdontools.com Website: www.holdontools.com
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Wienerberger
Porotherm, the clay block walling system from Wienerberger, has been specified to help achieve the highest levels of sustainability for a new Oldham housing scheme. The Contour Homes project at St Marys Way is a development of 93 family homes across 2.2 hectares with a neighbourhood park and green walkways. The Porotherm construction system combines the use of a precision-engineered, multicellular clay block with a specialist ZeroPlus mortar to build strong, weathertight walls within a shortened timeframe. By using Porotherm, the scheme achieves extra credits under the materials section of the CSH. Additionally, each of the four Code 6 semi-detached homes will also use a mechanical ventilation heat recovery system and roof mounted solar panels.
Tyco Fire Protection

Tyco Fire Protection Products has opened a new TechXchange Training Academy in Manchester, which will provide training services to fire and mechanical installers, contractors, specifiers and engineers who design and install fire protection and mechanical solutions, throughout the EMEA region. The Academy, which will be used by Tycos regional sales teams and technical trainers from around EMEA, will provide support to customers throughout the region. This will be achieved through hands-on practical and theoretical sessions.
Email: wienerberger@manifestcomms.co.uk Website: www.wienerberger.com
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Email: info-uk@tyco-bspd.com Website: www.tyco-fsbp.com
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Stanley Security Solutions

Pharmaceutical company Wockhardt UK has upgraded its Time and Attendance (T&A) and Access Control systems with Stanley Security Solutions. Wockhardt UK employs over 300 staff at its premises in Wrexham. To manage personnel at the site, Wockhardt had already employed a Stanley T&A solution but, with changing on-site requirements and advances in system technology, the company has now upgraded to Stanley's sophisticated Zeus T&A and an NT500 proximity access control system. The new Zeus Pro 500 system provides many enhanced features that improve the way key data is processed and presented, such as automatic calculations of hours worked, breaks and overtime in real time, email reporting and full export to Excel.
Resiblock
Resiblock, manufacturer and supplier of paving sealants, was proud sponsor at the 2013 Brett Approved Installer Awards held at The Belfry. This years event benefited from a more business orientated feel with the addition of a pre-event featuring displays and practical advice from well known paving ancillary businesses, prior to the evening presentation. Gareth Thomas, director at Resiblock commented: We were delighted to work alongside Bretts, sponsor the awards for the first time and be given the opportunity to meet face-to-face with the companys approved contractors and explain how Resiblock products can complement the Brett paving it installs and provide it with a profitable additional revenue stream.
Email: info@stanleysecuritysolutions.co.uk Website: www.stanleysecuritysolutions.co.uk
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Email: custserv@resiblock.com Website: www.resiblock.com
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Scruffs Workwear
The new Scruffs Switchback is a safety hiker that defines the next generation of work boot styling. The sole design with heel control plus front and side pull tabs, give the Switchback unrivalled performance and a unique look. Safety and comfort are assured with a steel toe and a lightweight, pierce-resistant midsole that is made from durable, composite materials. Soft nubuck leather, padded tongue and a comfort collar all combine with the cushioned sports inner sole to deliver high levels of comfort for long periods throughout the day. Switchback is fitted with a heel control sole that gives maximum stability and support. Combined with an SRA rated anti-slip and heat-resistant sole, Switchback is made to tackle the toughest of site conditions.
Rollalong
Bruce Dunford has been appointed as head of construction at modular building company Rollalong, in pursuit of the companys strategic objective to become a truly one-stop-shop for off-site building construction. A recent example of this was its 12m Jubilee Rehabilitation Complex project at DMRC Headley Court. 5,500m of clinical accommodation was completed within just nine months of breaking ground.
Email: sales@scruffs.com Website: www.scruffs.com
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Email: alison.stickland@rollalong.co.uk Website: www.rollalong.co.uk
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