Specification Product Update Issue 6 2023

ISSUE 06 2023

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SPECIFICATION PRODUCT UPDATE

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LEVATO MONOTM

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Raised access Porcelain paver system With a vast choice of finishes available for any Design scheme, including larger formats and co-ordinating internal tiling, Levato Mono porcelain paver system is perfect for balconies, roof terraces, garden decks and piazzas. Key benefits include; high slip resistance & load bearing, fade & wear resistance – so low cost ongoing maintenance.

Both of our self-levelling support pedestals promote a fast cost-effective installation process for use on delicate waterproofing or covering tired slabs. The tilting head adjustment compensates slopes up to 5% even with multiple falls. If a Fire rated pedestal is specified then the FRSL range has Class A1 classification or the SL polypropylene type which have their own key features; secure height locking, non- slip acoustic dampening pads and large height range (28 to 550mm).

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Welcome Leading merchants and distributors have stepped up to support the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) and committed to raise standards in the industry.

Belgrade Insulations Ltd, CCF Ltd (part of the Travis Perkins Group), Quantum Insulation Ltd, SIG Trading Ltd and VJ Technology Ltd are the first merchants and distributors to commit to assessment against the CCPI and are therefore playing an essential role in driving much needed change across the sector.

A 4-clause version of the CCPI has been specifically designed and targeted for merchants, distributors and wholesalers. This has been achieved with the support of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) and its members through their regional groups, the Construction Products Association (CPA – which is also the organisation credited as the founder of the CCPI), the Electrical Distributors Association (EDA) and the NMBS. Dame Judith Hackitt, author of the Building a Safer Future Review and Chair of the Industry Safety Steering Group said, “I am delighted to see Merchants and Distributors signing up to this. This will have a significant impact on the behaviour of the whole supply chain. Well done to these early adopters.”

Amanda Long, Chief Executive of CPI Ltd, the not-for-profit independently-run organisation set-up to manage the CCPI

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said: “It is great to see the first merchants and distributors adopt and commit to the CCPI. In adopting the principles of the Code, merchants and distributors are supporting the construction industry’s need for greater accuracy and clarity in terms of the product information being supplied upon which installation decisions are based. This is critical as so often they are reproducing and managing construction product information.

Watch this space for further CCPI merchants and distributors announcements to come.”

The CCPI Merchants and Distributors assessment means that the organisation will be assessed to have the necessary product information processes and systems in place to uphold the Code, and will adhere to the clauses diligently whilst proactively promoting and supporting the adoption of the Code with their suppliers.

Paul Groves // Group Editor

10 Roofing, External Walls & Insulation

14 Safety, Security & Fire Protection

12 Floors, Walls & Ceilings

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CUPA PIZARRAS

Zoo Hardware

CUPA R12 Excellence from CUPA PIZARRAS has been installed as part of an extensive family home refurbishment project in rural Norfolk. Working closely with the property owner, contractor Aspect Group Services specified the natural Spanish slate as it offers outstanding aesthetics, quality and a guaranteed warranty of 100 years. CUPA R12 is a high-quality, dark grey slate with thin laminations and a smooth surface. Being a high-quality natural slate product, it has a guaranteed lifespan of 100 years and requires minimal maintenance. The slate provides a smooth, uniform appearance which was important for this refurbishment.

In addition, CUPA 12 natural slate provides a sustainable solution, which was a significant factor for both the homeowner and Aspect Group Services.

Zoo Hardware has launched a new range of flush hinges that can be installed up to three times faster than traditional butt hinges. The new ZHSSFH-243 series uses a concept commonly used with cupboard or cabinet doors, otherwise known as an interleaf hinge, to offer a unique flush design for full size internal residential door sets. The design removes the need for morticing into a door leaf or frame with a more traditional butt hinge, whilst also eliminating the need for intumescent material, if the hinge is being fitted to a fire rated door. Successfully tested in accordance with the requirements of BS EN 1935:2002 grade 11, the ZHSSFH-243 series is CE and UKCA marked.

52 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0AU T: 020 3318 4455 E: uk@cupapizarras.com

Unit B, Dukes Drive, Kingmoor Park North, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4SH T: 01228 672900 E: sales@zoo-hardware.co.uk

Refurbishment gets outstanding results

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Zoo Hardware launches faster-to-fit flush hinge

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Mapei

Häfele

A comprehensive Mapei system – including structural repair and waterproofing products - has been used to renovate the historic Lido at Northcroft Leisure Centre in Newbury. Investigation works and preparation of the concrete repair specification were carried out by KRP Consulting Engineers for West Berkshire Council; the new facility features a 50-metre Olympic length heated outdoor pool, interactive splash pool and additional changing cubicles with accessible features. Mapei products were supplied by Resapol, with works carried out by Structural Renovations on behalf of Main Contractor, Universal Civils & Build. The high performance Mapei specification included products to repair and stabilise the concrete foundation of the lido and to create a new waterproof and watertight surface.

Häfele, manufacturer and distributor of fixtures, fittings, architectural hardware and access control to the specification space, is relaunching two of its CPDs following reaccreditation from RIBA. Currently in the process of refreshing its CPDs for the projects market, Häfele’s modules on ‘Defining Electronic Access Controls’ and ‘Specifying Door Ironmongery’ are now available for delivery. The ‘Defining Electronic Access Controls’ CPD explores the history of access control systems, the elements that make up modern-day systems and how to correctly specify them. The ‘Specifying Door Ironmongery’ CPD examines the hardware solutions used to manually operate, lock, close and protect doors on projects, and explores relevant legislation and regulations surrounding door hardware, providing real-world examples of common specification requirements.

Mapei House, Steel Park Road, Halesowen, West Midlands, B62 8HD T: 0121 5086970 E: info@mapei.co.uk

Swift Valley Industrial Estate, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 1RD T: 0800 171 2907 E: estimating@hafele.co.uk

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Mapei systems safeguard future at Northcroft Lido

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Relaunches CPD suite to support specification experts

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Senior Architectural Systems

Mapei

Senior Architectural Systems’ vast experience in the education sector has led to three of its leading aluminium systems being used as part of the modernisation of a secondary school and sixth form college in Stockon-On Tees. Senior collaborated with architects Howarth Litchfield to design and supply suitable aluminium windows, doors and curtain walls. The fenestration package was fabricated and installed by specialist contractor Frostree for Kier Construction.

Framing the building’s modern exterior is Senior’s SPW600 aluminium window range. Senior’s popular SF52 aluminium curtain wall system was used for the scheme, offering specifiers a variety of aesthetic options as well as an enhanced thermal performance that exceeds current building regulations. The scheme also incorporated Senior’s SPW501 aluminium door range.

Mapei mortars, coatings and paints have been used to complete a façade repair project at Q West – a serviced office and studio complex close to Heathrow airport. During the repair phase, Mapefer 1K anti-corrosion cementitious mortar was applied over steel reinforcement rods. Two shrinkage compensated repair mortars were specified to repair and smooth surfaces: Mapemortar HB R3 and rapid-setting Planitop Smooth & Repair R4 - followed by application of Elastocolor Paint. Malech – a water-based acrylic undercoat and bonded primer - was then applied to create a smooth finish. Repair of the Asphalt surface was carried out using Purtop Easy coloured waterproof polyurethane resin and Mapeflex MS45 – a painted hybrid sealant and adhesive used to seal and bond the surface.

Eland Road, Denaby Main, Doncaster, DN12 4HA T: 01709 772600 E: enquiries@sasmail.co.uk

Mapei House, Steel Park Road, Halesowen, West Midlands, B62 8HD T: 0121 5086970 E: info@mapei.co.uk

Senior finishes top of the class

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Q West façade project completed with repair system

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Manthorpe

Howells Patent Glazing

With the introduction of the Future Buildings Standard policy and changes to Parts L and F of UK Building Regulations, air source heat pumps (ASHPs) are an increasingly attractive option for heating new builds. With major housebuilders already installing ASHPs Manthorpe has developed the GRS-DUO-15 a Twin Plate Radiator Pipe Guide and Seal. Designed specifically for 15mm pipes, it is specifically tailored to meet the needs of both the first and second fix plumbing phases. The new GRSDUO-15 adds another layer to the unseen work that Radiator Pipe Guides and Seals do within the construction of a home; offering improved positioning and fixing versatility along with a more robust seal to further ensure that air leakage behind every radiator is eliminated.

Howells Patent Glazing has supplied and installed new glazed roof products for Blossomfield Park, an exclusive development of one, two, and three bedroom apartments. The development is made up of contemporary new buildings and a thoughtful conversion of the Grade II listed Tudor Grange with outbuildings. Using its 40mm HG2 glazing bar, Howells replaced the old steel lead clothed glazing bars and single glazed Georgian wired cast glass in three areas of the Grange. Elsewhere, a daylighting solution was also required for the new buildings. For this, Howells used its 57mm self-supporting ridge glazing system in Anthracite Grey, plus two pairs of automatic opening smoke vents. Two internal glazed gable windows were also supplied.

Brittain Drive, Codnor Gate Business Park, Ripley, DE5 3ND T: 01773 303000 E: mbp.care@manthorpebp.co.uk

Triton Works, Woods Lane, Cradley Heath, B64 7AN T: 01384 820060 E: info@howellsglazing.co.uk

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Help achieve Future Homes and Buildings Standard

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Rooflights light up Blossomfield Park development

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Product Highlights Sto streamlines construction at Blar Mor A Sto rainscreen cladding system has provided an alternative construction method for the new Blar Mor housing development, generating time and cost efficiencies.

The main contractor partnered with AFS (Scotland), a leading provider of external façade solutions, to deliver a durable cladding system for timber frame homes, removing the requirement for traditional construction.

Sto reviewed wind load information and provided a Sto fixing assessment to assist AFS in the installation of the StoVentec system.

Comprising StoVentec carrier boards, these were installed on the timber battens to create a ventilated cavity.

Made from 96% recycled expanded glass granulate, the carrier boards are reinforced on both sides with glass fibre mesh. StoVentec boards don’t expand or contract with temperature change, providing a stable board to receive the render build up, and they can also be butt jointed with no risk of cracking.

The next stage of the installation process was to apply a layer of StoArmat Classic Plus, a cement-free base coat, embedded with Sto-Glass Fibre reinforcing mesh to the exterior of the StoVentec boards. The final façade finish was completed with StoSilco K1.5, a silicone resin render in white, which provides high levels of water repellence, protection against harsh weather conditions and ENQUIRY 10 excellent water vapour permeability.

Schüco Excellence Awards 2024 now open for entries Schüco is delighted to announce that entries are now open for the 2024 Schüco Excellence Awards, marking the eleventh year of the event.

These industry-renowned awards celebrate outstanding design incorporating Schüco façade, window, and door systems. Presented in partnership with Architecture Today, the awards recognise creativity, innovation, technical expertise, and collaboration to deliver architectural intent. Participation is open to architects and specialist contractors showcasing projects that integrate Schüco aluminium and steel products and systems.

Winning projects will be announced at a celebratory awards lunch to be held at The Pelligon (formerly known as East Wintergarden), Canary Wharf, London on 27th June 2024. Schüco welcomes entries that cover projects both large and small, in urban and rural locations, and designed by practices and specialist contractors of all sizes. Winners will feature in a special awards supplement published in Architecture Today and in a special feature online. Architecture Today editor Isabel Allen will serve as the chair for the 2024 judging panel, which comprises eight industry experts, including engineers, architects, and façade consultants.

Mapei’s best-selling sealant goes green Mapei has introduced an eco-version of its best-selling pure acetic silicone sealant - Mapesil AC ECO. Manufactured using renewable energy and packed in recycled plastic cartridges, the solvent-free sealant provides all of the benefits of Mapesil AC technology - including exceptional strength and durability, resistance to mould and high elasticity – with a reduction in CO2 emissions of up to a quarter. Mapesil AC ECO is designed to form elastic seals between construction materials in kitchens, bathrooms, swimming pools and other damp environments. It is impermeable to water and gases, resistant to high temperatures, resistant to slightly acid and alkaline substances and has very low emissions of VOC’s. Certified for all uses in the building industry, Mapesil AC ECO is available in 12 colour options which coordinate with Mapei Coloured Grouts ENQUIRY 11 Collection.

JELD-WEN’s new smart room entrance doorsets JELD-WEN, has enhanced its product range with the launch of a new smart room entrance doorset, tested, compatible, and machined to be installed with cloud-based smart access control from NSP Security, an intelligent door security specialist.

The awards ceremony will honour accomplishments in eleven categories. The deadline for entry is Friday 12th April. For full details and to enter, please visit: ENQUIRY 12 https://excellence-awards.awardsplatform.com

A choice of three locksets, each compatible with JELD-WEN’s existing laminate, moulded and premium paintgrade 44mm door designs, offers a solution for a range of applications, including student accommodation, hotels, commercial buildings and residential projects. Doorsets are delivered to the site fully finished and ready to install, ensuring hardware compatibility whilst minimising time, resource and error during ENQUIRY 13 installation.

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Precision Engineered and Fully Insulated Sectional Garage Doors

Strand Hardware

FP200 Finger Protection Device Strand Hardware offers a range of finger protection devices to fit various door types and profiles – the most popular of which is the FP200, the original and market-leading roller blind finger protection device. It comes in a standard size for most doors: 1925mm in SAA, white (RAL 9016) and dark bronze anodised finish c/w black flameretardant fabric. It can also be made in special lengths from 325mm up to a maximum 2500mm and in customised RAL colours on request. The FP200 has a 260mm wide fabric travel and is suitable for use on single and double action doors. It has achieved class 2, the higher level of the British standard for finger protection devices BS 8613 and has fire test evidence for timber doors. A lifetime warranty is also available (subject to terms and conditions), along with an automatic door variant.

Choose from the full range of garage doors.

Visit us online at www.garador.co.uk

CALL 01935 443722 TO DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT

Strand House, Premier Business Park, Long Street, Walsall, WS2 9DY T: 01922 639111 E: info@strandhardware.co.uk www.strandhardware.co.uk

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Epwin Window Systems Commercial advantages

Epwin Window Systems has launched an enhanced Approved Commercial Partner (ACP) scheme that will add even more value to commercial fabricator members. Commercial fabricators who become members of the ACP scheme have access to a wealth of technical information, professional services, and marketing material to help them grow their commercial portfolio. The offer is underpinned by a skilled and experienced in-house team who can help navigate the commercial complexities of technical specifications, sustainability and building regulations. The ACP scheme starts with exclusive access to all Epwin Window Systems-specified systems: Optima, Spectus and Stellar, each with their own distinctive qualities and built on a combination of proven design pedigree and technical advantages.

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2 1 42mm fully insulated door sections (U = 1.30 W/m2K).

2 Rubber seals on sides, floor and fascia of door.

3 Full drive-through width and height.

Stafford Park 6, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 3AT T: 0845 340 3968 E: info@epwinwindowsystems.co.uk www.epwinwindowsystems.co.uk

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Euroform

Versaroc MPA1 provides ‘robust’ envelope for hospital extension •

Euroform

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Mapei

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Vista Engineering

Euroform’s Versaroc® MPA1 sheathing board has provided a ‘robust’ building envelope for the new Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) centre at the Countess of Chester Hospital.

Developed for exterior sheathing of SFS frames, Versaroc® MPA1 is highly noncombustible and durable.

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It achieves EuroClass A1 Reaction to Fire according to EN 13501-1:2018 and has third party Agrément from Kiwa BDA for steel frame

sheathing application – certificate number BAW-20-154-P-A-UK. Highly moisture tolerant, Versaroc® MPA1 can be left exposed to the weather during construction.

It has achieved category A performance to EN 12467:2012 + A2:2018, which is the highest level of performance that fibre cement sheets can achieve in terms of resistance to the destructive effects of varying climatic conditions.

Unit 2, Lyncastle Road, Appleton, Warrington, WA4 4SN T: 01925 860999 E: sales@euroform.co.uk www.euroform.co.uk

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Mapei

Vista Engineering

Seven treatments from the UltraCare range have joined Mapei UK’s Zero Line – a range of low environmental impact products. They include six UltraCare surface maintenance products and UltraCare Smooth Silicone. The extended portfolio, which also includes installation and building products, provides safe and sustainable high-performance solutions with CO2 fully offset in the entire life cycle. The portfolio demonstrates Mapei’s commitment to the planet, to people and to biodiversity. Formulated in the Mapei Research Laboratories, and designed for professional and end-user application, Mapei’s UltraCare series provides a solution from installation, to the protection and maintenance of surfaces in private and commercial settings. Treatments are formulated for all types of natural and engineered stone and tile finishes and are tailored to a tile’s finish.

Vista Engineering Ltd has launched a new double drip design for its Type 4 housing tie, the VE4-275.

Mapei House, Steel Park Road, Halesowen, West Midlands, B62 8HD T: 0121 5086970 E: info@mapei.co.uk

Elnor Lane, Whaley Bridge, High Peak SK23 7JN T: 01663 736700 E: sales@vistaeng.co.uk

www.mapei.com

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UltraCare products join Mapei Zero Line

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New housing tie design unveiled

The new shape is designed to address applications where there is no drip in the clear cavity. Historically this would have required a specific offset drip tie which, if installed the wrong way round, would mean the wall still has no drip in the clear cavity.

The new VE4 has been created in such a way so that it can still be installed either way round without diminishing performance and ensuring it cannot be installed incorrectly. In addition to working in situations where there is no drip in the clear cavity the new Vista VE4 can be used in standard cavities.

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MERMET Technical Solar Shading Fabrics MERMET manufacturers of technical solar shading fabrics for internal and external use, helping you achieve your LEED & Breeam goals.

Are you seeking to achieve LEED and Breeam certification?

Did you know SOLAR SHADING is a critical component in achieving this?

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DE LEEUW LTD. Reflex-Rol (UK) & Mermet (UK) are the trading divisions of De Leeuw Ltd.

www.mermet.co.uk

info@mermet.co.uk

01989 750910

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ROOFING, EXTERNAL WALLS & INSULATION Featured Companies •

Marley

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Fassa UK

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Kemper System

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Keylite Roof Windows

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IG Masonry Support

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Rockpanel

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Aurubis

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Marley

CCPI Verification helps specifiers to make informed choices Marley’s JB Red Batten has become one of the first construction products to achieve verification with the new Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI).

Developed following the Hackett review into building regulations and fire safety, the CCPI is backed with industry support, and aims to change the way construction product manufacturers manage and provide information on products. As the

only BS 5534 factory graded roof batten manufactured in the UK, Marley’s JB Red now holds both BBA certification and carries the CCPI mark, having undertaken the full assessment process. The accreditation for all CCPI verified products lasts for two years under a time limited licence and its unique number mark under the Code can be used on specifications as a guarantee that a product’s claims have been inspected and passed by an independent third party.

Lichfield Road, Branston, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3HD T: 01283 722588 E: info@marley.co.uk

www.marley.co.uk/roofing-batten/jb-red-batten

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Fassa UK

Kemper System

Fassa has gifted colour matching tint machines to 11 distribution centres over the past few years, with the latest being installed at Independent Site Supplies in the Northwest. These state-of-theart machines can match Fassa products to specific colour needs quickly and efficiently, allowing distributors the opportunity to answer the growing needs of customers. Both the Fassatherm and Fassarend systems are already available in an impressive 365 colours as standard, but through tinting technology, distributors can match renders to existing RAL shades and other system colours in store. Chris Conway MBE, Sales Manager at ISS comments: “We’re both excited and honoured to have one of the Fassa tint machines. It’s a great bit of machinery and is going to change the render game in our area for sure.”

The popularity for PMMA liquid waterproofing solutions – (Polymethyl Methacrylate) – has grown in recent years, but the technology isn’t a new concept. Victoria Ramwell, commercial manager at cold-applied liquid waterproofing specialist, Kemper System, explains that as well as quick curing, PMMA is durable, flexible and hard wearing. The cold-applied liquid resin cures rapidly even at temperatures around 0°C or lower, and is installed wet-on-wet. This means the polyester reinforcing fleece is first saturated with liquid resin, bonding the membrane to the substrate, with the surface layer then applied onto the bonding coat whilst still wet – therefore forming a single, seamless membrane of uniform thickness. PMMA is tough and robust, and can provide a sound waterproofing solution for decades.

Fassa House Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, GL20 8TD T: 01684 218305 E: info.fassaUK@fassabortolo.com

Kemper House, 30 Kingsland Grange, Woolston, Warrington, WA1 4RW T: 01925 445532 E: enquiries@kempersystem.co.uk

www.fassabortolo.co.uk

www.kemperol.co.uk

Investing in customers with new tint machines

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Benefits of PMMA specification

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Keylite Roof Windows

IG Masonry Support

Expert Trades, a construction-based marketing consultancy in the Midlands, took on its very first property renovation project and teamed up with Keylite Roof Windows. In the master bedroom of the house, where the ceiling was particularly low, the team decided to incorporate roof windows in order to invite natural daylight into the room. Four Keylite windows have been installed. As with any old building, it was important to ensure its thermal efficiency. A whole new heating system was installed, whilst other aspects of the renovation were implemented to minimise heat loss. The Keylite roof windows include an Integrated Expanding Thermal Collar as standard, which minimises any heat escaping around the windows, making the space far more thermally efficient.

IG Masonry Support supplied 65m of mechanically-fixed B.O.S.S.+, the ideal brick-slip soffit solution, to two blocks of buildings that form part of the ambitious £500m Ashley Road West project in North London. IG Masonry Support’s established relationship with the client, Grangewood Brickwork Services Ltd, along with its ability to innovate brick-soffit systems to suit a range of applications, cemented the company’s selection for this high-profile project.

The bespoke nature of IG Masonry Support’s solution included the supply of angled bricks within a mechanically-fixed B.O.S.S.+ system. The intricate angled cuts, designed and manufactured by IG Masonry Support as part of the B.O.S.S.+ brick-slip soffit system, were slim and triangular. The unusual pattern was necessary to adapt to the building’s unsquared shape.

Unit 3, Gateway Road, Burton Gateway, Burton upon Trent DE13 8FL T: 01283 200 158 E: info@keyliteuk.com

Cadley Hill Industrial Estate, Swadlincote, South Derbyshire, DE11 9EU T: 01283 200 157 E: support@igmss.co.uk

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Keylite Roof Windows for double renovation

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IG Masonry Support helps create statement exterior

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Rockpanel

Aurubis

Rockpanel has launched fire-resilient, ventilated facade cladding featuring surface designs that faithfully evoke the look and feel of natural stone. With Rockpanel Stones, there’s no need to compromise on creativity. Durable, fire-resilient and colourfast, choose from a selection of stunning, realistic colourfast hues across the range – six for the sleek Stones Smooth collection and ten for the subtly riven Stones Textured – each will add elegance to any external facade and increased financial worth to the building owner.

Rockpanel is the ideal choice for architects who want to combine sustainability with style. In addition to a core of stone wool derived from abundant, non-combustible volcanic rock, Rockpanel contains construction industry by-products that might otherwise end up in landfill. The panels have an official lifespan of 50 years.

Modern factory-applied Nordic Copper surface treatments provide straightaway the natural oxidisation and patination that develops over time with copper in the external environment – and these can be used internally as well as outside. The same is true of copper alloys, including Nordic Bronze, Nordic Brass which can also be supplied pre-weathered and an innovative alloy of copper with aluminium and zinc – Nordic Royal – with a rich, golden throughcolour. Most recently, these copper surfaces and alloys have been made available with the Nordic Décor range of mechanically applied surface treatments, adding an extra dimension. These latest developments in abraded and embossed surface treatments are particularly suited to interior design, adding another level of close-up visual richness, texture and tactility.

Wern Tarw, Pencoed Bridgend CF35 6NY T: 01656 863210

Photo: Olaf Rohl E: NordicCopper@aurubis.com

The warmth and resilience of stone, reimagined

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Nordic Copper – the inside story

www.nordiccopper.com

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FLOORS, WALLS & CEILINGS Featured Companies •

Zentia

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Junckers

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Mapei

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Gerflor

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Junckers

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Hunter Douglas Architectural

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Mapei

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Zentia

Zentia unveils new innovative Biobloc family Zentia has launched its new Biobloc family, formerly known as Bioguard, which offers high-quality performance in areas such as infection control and acoustics, making it the ideal solution for healthcare and various commercial settings.

The Biobloc family features the Biobloc Acoustic tile and Biobloc Plain tile. The tiles have been meticulously designed for application in healthcare environments,

particularly in areas where the risk of infection varies from moderate to severe. The Biobloc tiles feature an additional coating which actively inhibits the growth of microorganisms, contributing to enhanced hygiene and safety. They are also water-repellent, allowing for effective disinfection.

The Biobloc Acoustic tile offers the same robust antibacterial qualities with a Class C sound absorption rating.

Kingsway South, Team Valley, Gateshead, NE11 0SP T: 0800 371 849 E: info@zentia.com www.zentia.com/en-gb/biobloc-family

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Junckers

Mapei

A new sports and leisure complex by FaluknerBrowns Architects has set a new environmental standard in ultra-low energy consumption. With an operational energy consumption of less than 100 kWh/m2/y, Ravelin Sports Centre uses only one-tenth of the energy demand of an equivalent sports centre. The building is fossil fuel-free and rated BREEAM Outstanding with extensive use of natural and sustainable materials. The large sports hall has been fitted with 1600m2 Junckers SylvaSport solid beech flooring. Wellknown for its high quality, performance and user safety, Junckers’ sports flooring also meet the strict criteria for sustainability and longevity required for a building of this standard. With a proven long lifespan, a solid wood floor also scores highly when comparing maintenance, refurbishment, and replacement cycles.

Mapei UK’s first Mapecrete jointless floor system has been installed at P1 The Plasterers One Stop Shop & Plastering Superstore, in Cheltenham. The seamless finish was installed over the 440m2 floor area, which will be used as new warehouse space. Concrete was supplied by Flowmix and pumped by Max-Pump. Suitable for all environments - from commercial and industrial to residential - the Mapecrete system provided benefits including enhanced durability, reduced maintenance and a fast-track installation. Fibre-reinforced concrete (FRC) jointless slabs represent a significant advancement in concrete technology, offering numerous benefits over traditional reinforced concrete (RC) slabs.

45-49 Leather Lane, London EC1N 7TJ T: 01376 534 700 E: sales@junckers.co.uk

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Gerflor

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The Taralay Impression Collection, from Gerflor, has been completely reinvented for 2023, which comes with enhanced durability to withstand areas with heavy traffic, perfect for hardworking commercial spaces. The new Taralay Impression range from Gerflor is an exceptional collection that delivers four superb solutions for a host of contract applications and is also the perfect choice for high traffic environments. The Glue down installation, Compact, Looselay and the all-new Taralay Hop Compact ranges are all ideally suited for healthcare, hotels and other hospitality spaces, retirement homes, education, together with offices and government buildings, and retail locations. Each installation option is available in an acoustic (19dB) or compact (8dB) version. Taralay Impression is now available also as a loose-lay product and is branded as Taralay Impression Hop.

A dynamic, highly flexible building at the University of Cambridge has been fitted with Junckers solid wood flooring as part of a light-filled interior scheme. The West Hub, designed

by Jestico+Whiles, is a hybrid building designed to cater for students, tenants and the public. A focus on fostering connection and collaboration through thoughtfully designed interlinking spaces is evident in the interior, which is bright, open, and welcoming. The new building combines structured spaces with generous circulation areas for breakout and informal social and study use. The large, light-filled rooms make use of Junckers Nordic Oak Harmony flooring finished in ultra matt lacquer as an ideal backdrop. The building has achieved BREEAM Excellent and adopts many aspects of the WELL standard.

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Hunter Douglas Architectural

Mapei

Hunter Douglas Architectural has introduced HeartFelt® Groove, an addition to the renowned HeartFelt® ceiling collection, which features slim felt panels, offering unparalleled acoustic and visual properties that redefine the possibilities of interior design. At the heart of HeartFelt® Groove is a new type of panel that promises to revolutionise how we think about ceilings. This boxshaped, 60mm by 50mm panel is installed with a module of 80mm, creating a gap of 20mm between panels. Previous panels were largely variations of the box-shaped design (a ‘U-form’), but HeartFelt® Groove takes a bold step by introducing a ‘W-form’. This two-fold deformation of the felt strip creates a ‘form within a form’, setting a unique standard in the linear ceiling market.

Mapei has introduced Mapecontact Plus – a new solvent-free, double-sided reinforced adhesive strip for fast-track installation of accessories, resilient and textile flooring. New Mapecontact Plus provides an instant bond and a secure, tough hold, eliminating waiting time. It is ideal for installing textile and resilient flooring onto steps and curved surfaces, and accessories including coving, skirting boards, rubber and PVC profiles. It can also be used to install angular pieces and protective profiles onto steps and other sharp edges. As well as providing a fast, sustainable and clean installation, Mapecontact Plus has improved resistance to moisture, plasticisers and ageing, for greater longevity.

Mapecontact Plus is ready-to-use and available in 25mm, 40mm and 85mm widths. It is certified Emicode ECI Plus by GEV.

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Fire Glass

Unveiling our thickest glass yet

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Kentec Electronics

Fire Glass UK is thrilled to announce the production of our thickest glass to date.

Pyrobel 30 EG2 Vision Line (Butt jointed) is a remarkable glass product that promises to redefine the standards of safety, strength, and fire resistance.

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Comprising nine sheets of glass, two PVB interlayers, and six layers of fire-retardant material, Pyrobel 30 EG2 Vision Line takes safety to a whole new level.

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The stock sheet, at a staggering 620 kg, showcases this innovative product’s sheer robustness and durability. With a glass weight of 86 kg per square meter, it’s clear that Pyrobel 30 EG2 Vision Line is built to withstand the most challenging conditions and demands.

This milestone in glass manufacturing is a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and providing our customers with the highest quality materials.

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Promat

Kentec Electronics

Two large internal glass screens which balance aesthetics with assured fire protection have been created using Promat SYSTEMGLAS® F1 within a new multi-million pound facility to support the day-to-day operations of a major UK airline. The twin 6m wide by 2m high glass screens feature inside the purpose-built 150,000 sq. ft ‘retail operations centre’ in Cheshire. Visibility and connection between the office spaces and the main warehouse and logistics zones has been maximised through the installation of two large, slim-framed fire resistant glazing screens, each formed of five panes. These were manufactured using the Promat SYSTEMGLAS® F1 Ferro steel-framed glazing system following the architect’s specification, and installed by leading glazing contractor MD Glass Partitions.

Kentec Electronics has announced the largest wireless installation to date across 37 high-rise towers owned and operated by Solihull Community Housing, providing residents with reliable, early warning fire detection and alarms. Working closely with the West Midlands Fire Service, installer Early Birds Fire Protection specified Kentec’s K-Mesh system both for its reliability and practicality. Some 2,000 apartments needed protecting across a five-mile radius. The system comprises some 4,000 sensors linked to a combination of Kentec’s award-winning Taktis panels and Syncro AS analogue control panels, which are linked to an alarm monitoring station. Fire services and incident commanders are given an immediate view of exactly where smoke has been detected, and/or how far a fire may have progressed.

Promat SYSTEMGLAS F1 meets glazing vision

Wireless installation protects high-rise building

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Marley Alutec

Marley Alutec’s Deepflow guttering delivers modern aesthetic Marley Alutec’s Evolve Deepflow Guttering and Flushfit Downpipes have been specified for a stylish new-build house in Liverpool, having been chosen for its durability, aesthetic value, as well as its high drainage capacity.

Architects RAL put forward a design that also included Marley Alutec’s Evoke composite aluminium fascia and soffit, while further Evoke panels were specified to create a clad

feature band on two levels of the façade.

Marley Alutec’s Evolve Deepflow is a 128 x 75mm rainwater gutter system that has a flow rate of up to 4.9 l/s and 232m2 per downpipe.

The 76mm Circular Flushfit Downpipes are ideal for modern building designs and have internal joints, enabling a sleek external appearance. All products are manufactured from marine-grade aluminium.

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Mapei

AUTOPA Limited

Mapei has provided a fast-track repair and resurface solution for the main entrance steps at the Village Hotel, Warrington. The renovation project - completed by SCFR Ltd for main contractor, Derek De’Ath Ltd – included a complete renovation of the concrete steps and application of a UV-resistant and slip-resistant Mapei coating system, designed for heavy pedestrian traffic. Localised repairs had been carried out historically to the concrete steps and the surface required complete renovation. Mapei attended the site throughout the project, to provide support on each phase of works, including substrate preparation, repair and resurfacing, over four days, and installation of the primer and protective coating, completed in a single day.

The VELOPA Hillmorton Cycle Stand is based on the popular Sheffield Cycle Stand. A familiar sight throughout the UK, the design allows the frame and wheel of the bicycle to be secured by the cyclists own lock. Each stand is suitable for securing two bicycles at once. The Hillmorton Cycle Stand has an integrated signage plate, with the Cycle Parking ‘P’ and cycle symbol signs incorporated into the design as standard. The lower edge of the signage plate sits 350mm above the ground. Manufactured from galvanised mild steel; this practical and durable stand is ideal for busy public areas. Supplied galvanised and ragged as standard; flanged, colour coated and stainless steel versions are also available.

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HeartFelt Groove ®

CEILING SYSTEM

THE FINE LINE OF ACOUSTICS Transform your environment with HeartFelt ® Groove, where innovation meets elegance. Designed for both ceilings and walls, HeartFelt ® Groove delivers a clever optical end result that exudes sophistication while also being 100% recyclable. Discover the perfect synergy of excellent acoustic and visual properties, now in 5 soothing grey tones.

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