Bcr 328 21/10/2015

ISSUE 328 October 2015

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STIHL set to impress at Saltex with new powerful pro Cordless Products From 4 – 5 November 2015, STIHL will be presenting Saltex visitors with the much anticipated new BGA 100 blower, AR 3000 battery backpack and FSA 90 and 90R brushcutters – the newest additions to STIHL’s cordless range.

Show-goers can also look forward to cordless demonstrations and additional new STIHL and VIKING products that will be presented at the National Exhibition Centre Saltex show, Birmingham.

STIHL invites all press to come and see the team at the STIHL show stand, H070 at this year’s Saltex show.

The new BGA 100 backpack blower boasts the highest blowing force of all STIHL hand-held blowers, blowing 14N at its most powerful; approximately 70% higher than its predecessor the BGA 85. The innovative new machine is extremely light at a mere 2.5kg (excluding battery) and incredibly quiet thanks to a sound power level of 90dB (A), a

Magnetic sheet, tape and much more Abel Magnets are one of the UK’s largest suppliers and convertors of magnetic materials specialising in the supply of flexible magnetic sheet, magnetic tape, and powerful rare earth neodymium magnets in a range of sizes. Established in 1998, the company prides itself on being both competitive with our prices and customer focused with service.

If you are looking to create a magnet receptive wall, commonly referred to as a “magnetic wall”, this can be done using Abel Magnets’ Flexometal sheet. Made from recycled materials, Flexometal is a flexible ferrous sheet with a high ferrous (iron) content making it receptive to magnets.

10dB(A) sound power reduction from the BGA 85.

The BGA 100 can be perfectly partnered with the new AR 3000 backpack battery to ensure running time of up to 160 minutes off a single charge and 25% more capacity than the AR 900 backpack battery.

With comfortable, ergonomic back support and an AP adapter with plug socket for easy charging, the AR 3000 and BGA 100 are the ideal set for professional users in need of a premium tool they can rely on.

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Using this dry wipe/white gloss faced Flexometal sheet, it is possible to convert a whole wall into a magnetic whiteboard which is ideal for office and meeting room environments. The Flexometal can be fitted with Abel’s own super strong ready-mix wall adhesive and comes with hanging instructions to apply the sheet directly to the wall. There is also a range of whiteboard accessories available for use with the full wall sized magnetic whiteboard. Clients who have installed dry wipe magnetic walls using the Flexometal sheet include the Cabinet Office, John Lewis, Waitrose, Hewlett Packard, Asda, GlaxoSmithKline, N Power and many more.

It is also possible to create a wall that to all intents and purposes looks like any other in the house, with either a conventional wallpaper covering or a painted finish, but is in fact a “magnetic wall” to which

magnets can be fixed. This can be done by using the plain Flexometal sheet as a magnetic lining paper and fixing it to your wall using the super strong ready-mix wall adhesive. Once the adhesive has dried it is then possible to paper the wall in the conventional manner with any regular thickness wallpaper of your choice or a conventional lining paper which can then be painted over. This option is ideal for kids’ bedrooms or kitchens that have run out of space on the fridge door for magnets!

The Flexometal sheet has been fire tested at the Building Research Establishment and classified to Euroclass fire resistance classification EN13501-1. It is the only ferrous sheet available in the UK that carries this classification giving you peace of mind that putting the Flexometal sheet up on the walls of any building will not cause a fire hazard.

Flexometal is easy to handle and can be readily cut with either a craft knife or good quality scissors.

Genius Roof Solutions are dedicated to ensuring works carried out on roofs do not compromise the integrity of the roof.

Master Abrasives has been offering solutions for industry over many years, through its experience and knowledge of abrasives and tools. To complement its product and service range, Master now offers the complete solution for training with its safe use of abrasives (machine and handheld power tools) course as well as awareness of Hand Arm Vibration (HAV) via Toolbox Talks. As a member of the British Abrasives Federation (BAF), Master supports its recent statement that, when used correctly, abrasives have an excellent safety record. Whilst reputable manufacturers follow precise manufacturing standards (EN 12413) to ensure products are fit for purpose, problems are likely to arise when products are used incorrectly or for materials and applications for which they were not intended.

You will often see a lead strap very high on the roofs of churches, cathedrals, heritage buildings and stately homes. What will become instantly clear to you is the real cost of these repairs is the scaffolding or cherry picker to access the problem.

If the repair isn’t permanent it could be a

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recurring cost to constantly repair the same slate.

The Hallhook overcomes this problem as it is a hidden permanent slate fixing. The Hallhook is now widely used not just as a slate repair hook but also on Solar PV/ Thermal installations on slate roofs where it is used to re-attach the final slates after fixing the mounting system to the rafters. The Hallhook is now specified by numerous councils, architects and various organisations for carrying out slate repairs.

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Having successfully developed and traded the HallclipTM (Lead flashing clip) to all lead merchants for many years. Jimmy, our founder and owner, had time to work on another problem that had bothered him all his working life (45 years roofing); the use of a lead strap (tingle) to repair a broken slate. Ignoring the fact that they are tremendously unsightly and can give the impression of a building in disrepair, they are also not a permanent solution, as the strap over time can be pushed down with rain and melting snow.

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Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) that all people who use, supervise or manage the use of work equipment have received adequate training. Master offers the solution to ensure this requirement is covered for employers, helping to keep their workforce safe – the safe use of abrasives training course, accredited by the BAF – issuing all who have attended and passed the course with a certificate. This course familiarises abrasive users with simple, basic but vitally important facts about abrasives, the use of them and how, when used correctly, they have an excellent safety record.

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Hello & welcome to Issue 328 of BCR UK… As with every edition, the team at BCR UK has been working extremely hard to bring you an issue that is full of innovative and exhilarating companies, and we believe that this could be the best yet!

We have searched the length and breadth of the UK to bring you some of the most ground-breaking innovations and this month we are overjoyed to be highlighting the activities of Acclaimed Security and Building Product Solutions.

Firstly, we would like to focus on the accomplishments of Acclaimed Security. Due to their prominence in the industry; we have awarded them with the impressive ‘Security Excellence’ profile. To find out more, turn to page 3.

And secondly, we are highlighting the successes of Building Product Solutions by presenting them with the remarkable ‘Product Innovation Award’ status. For more information, look no further than Page 6.

I hope you enjoy reading this issue of BCR UK as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you. Happy reading and we hope to see you for the next edition.

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Dose Control Cordless Dispenser Technology from P C Cox With over 50 years’ experience in manufacturing dispensers for single and dual component materials, P C Cox has stayed at the forefront of the industry by responded to changes in sealing and adhesive technology.

Collaboration with major chemical suppliers has enabled P C Cox to develop innovative dispensing systems to meet changing demands.

Dual component chemical anchoring systems are now well established in the construction industry with multiple choices for architects and builders to select from; most of these systems rely on standard dispensing tools developed to suit the common packaging systems.

With increasing use of these expensive materials, it is important to ensure the correct volume of material is used for each fixing. Insufficient and the anchor may not meet the design specification ultimately compromising the installation with possible

safety consequences. On the other hand, over application is wasteful and increases the installation cost for the contractor.

Recent developments in battery powered single and dual component dispensers from P C Cox include optional dose control embedded in the dispensing software. This system delivers a consistent volume of chemical anchor each time the trigger is activated whilst still providing full speed control for precise application. A dose dial provides a range of adjustment to meet the application requirements.

These powerful battery applicators give the user full portability on-site enabling high productivity improvements with up to 80 cartridges possible between battery charges.

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An indispensable asset for the Offsite Construction Industry hsbcad is a leading 3D CAD/CAM software solution provider for the offsite construction industry. The company develops applications for Autodesk’s AutoCAD® and Revit® platforms, enabling a smooth transition from design to production. hsbcad’s products offer architects, engineers and manufacturers the ability to create a scalable 3D manufacturing model with full quantity take off. The flexible software can be adapted to individual requirements, and it interfaces with the industry’s leading CNC machines.

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reflecting your current operations (including materials, sheeting, and connections with other walls, floors and roof). Then you can easily construct framed structures starting from an architectural plan.

Roof & Floor Set out the extent of your floor and roof areas, and then automatically calculate all the complex connections between the edges – resulting in complete elements.

CAM Edit and export the data designed in the model that will be used by the CNC machines – resulting in the manufacture of the designed components.

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The Icynene Insulation System The Icynene Insulation System is a soft, flexible, breathable, foam insulation and air barrier system. Sprayed as a liquid Icynene expands to 100 times its initial volume in seconds filling every nook, cranny and penetration into walls, ceilings and floors.

Icynene’s unique formulation sets it apart from other insulation products offering many advantages over traditional insulation materials and more modern alternatives. While all materials of equal thermal resistance perform identically under laboratory conditions the same is not true in real life; some insulation materials off-gas which, over time, diminishes their effectiveness, others allow the passage of air through gaps between them and other building components.

Installing Icynene ensures no loss of performance and it will remain the same over the lifetime of the building.

Minimising air leakage from a building enables the correct design of heating

tapes. Needing only a short installation period, Icynene can save you valuable build time and is therefore extremely cost-effective compared to other products, not only that but you benefit from insulation and airtightness in one application.

and ventilation systems, saving money on the initial installation and future running costs. Buildings with Icynene installed have easily reached Passivhaus standards for air leakage without the use of membranes and

The Icynene Insulation System is 100% water blown containing no toxic chemicals. Icynene doesn’t contain any HFC’s, CFC’s, HFA or HCFC’s and it remains soft and flexible accommodating any normal expansion, contraction or movement within a building. So whether you plan to build, renovate or upgrade the Icynene Insulation System will deliver the performance you can count on for a lifetime of savings and comfort.

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ICYNENE SPRAY FOAM INSULATION PRODUCTS The Icynene Insulation System is a series of soft, flexible spray foam insulation products that delivers up to 50% greater energy savings when compared to other insulation products. Icynene is perfect for loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, roof insulation, drylining insulation, sound insulation and more.

When sprayed in place Icynene expands completely filling all cavities and voids creating a sealed building envelope which eliminates air leakage/ infiltration. Air leakage/infiltration accounts for up to 50% of heat loss from a building. Unlike other foams, Icynene’s unique polyicynene formulation is 100% water blown and therefore contains no harmful agents, volatile organic chemicals, HCFCs, HFAs, HFCs or formaldehyde.

Icynene has been successfully tested and is approved and certified for application directly to breathable and non-breathable roofing felts. Icynene absorbs the lowest amount of moisture and has the highest level of vapour resistivity of any soft foam on the market.

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Living Hoarding The Green Solution

Living Hoarding is an environmentally friendly hoarding solution with ivy and vegetation growing on the sides of the panels, providing effective reduction of dust on site and minimalising air pollution.

Living Hoarding is a complete no dig solution ensuring that there is no waste on site.

It provides numerous benefits to construction sites nationwide specifically to worksites in densely built up urban areas. Living Hoarding increases many positive attributes of a company by utilising multiple satisfying characteristics.

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Security Excellence

Security measures you can trust Building and Construction Review is proud to announce that Acclaimed Security has been awarded with its highly regarded Security Excellence profile 2015.

Established in 2002, the Leeds-based company is nationally recognised for offering a whole host of trusted security measures, with services including Key Holding & Alarmed Response, CCTV Monitoring, Mobile Patrols and Security Guarding. These cost-effective solutions allow an essential peace of mind for clients who want to remain confident in the belief that their premises, commodities and personnel will be kept well protected at all times with the latest security systems available.

has served numerous industrial and commercial outlets and well-regarded blue-chip companies including Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Leeds City Council, Freight Liner, Tarmac, Seabrook Crisps, Vion Foods, Brake Brothers and Liberty Living.

With over 15 awards under its belt and status as one of the very few Approved Contractors Scheme (ACS) approved businesses in the industry, Acclaimed Security has established itself as a reputable brand name within the UK with real longevity and prominence.

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One of the company’s most notable products is its innovative GuardSafe system; fitted boxes slotted into the corners of a building which monitor 4 designated patrol routes.

This award-winning innovation immediately alerts organisations when a guard is onsite, providing clients with complete assurance that their property is being safely supervised at all times.

Roy Unwin, Managing Director of Acclaimed Security, explained more, “Every patrol route is timed, yet an extra 4 minutes is added on to each journey to ensure the guard undergoes a thorough check of the area,” he said. “If the duration

between each GuardSafe box is shorter than the designated patrol time, the system will reject it and the guard will have to repeat the patrol until it is completed properly.

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“GuardSafe is a unique patrol logging system which works in real time. This means companies can have results within seconds – if there are any issues, they are flagged up immediately and dealt with accordingly. This is a vast difference to other businesses,

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whose results are typically provided after a much greater timespan - some can take as long as a month! We are proud to say that GuardSafe is a system exclusive to us; no-one else in the world has it.”

Acclaimed Security also offers Check-Call, which monitors officers by ringing them hourly and checking they aren’t asleep on the job. If the guard misses the call, and doesn’t have a valid reason for doing so, a supervisor will assess the situation (paying them a visit onsite if necessary).

Roy detailed, “Security guards can get tired whilst working long shifts and end up cat-napping – at Acclaimed Security we won’t allow this to happen because our smart routines and systems are specifically designed to tackle this issue.

Our technology tracks precise movements through hourly calls, mobile responses and periodic checks to ensure personnel are performing diligently.”

The Acclaimed Security team have recently secured a massive contract introducing AS K9 Ltd, an enterprise working in accordance with canines to combat terrorism, drug control and general wrongdoing. This partnership involves the training of military dogs, explosion detection dogs, drug detection dogs and general attack dogs.

Contact Roy Unwin, Managing Director – 07711 693600 royunwin@acclaimed-security.com Richard McElroy, Sales Manager – 07912 772862 richard@acclaimed-security.com Stacey Peterkin, Operations Manager – 07425 628111 staceypeterkin@acclaimed-security.com T +44 (0)113 217 2259 info@acclaimed-security.com www.acclaimed-security.com

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Product Innovation Award

Ecologically sound lime mortars and plasters Lime is one of the world’s oldest building materials, having been used for over 10,000 years.

Evidence of its longevity can be seen in the millions of historical buildings still standing today.

mortars, not only for historical buildings, but also for new builds, as architects and house builders have rediscovered its benefits and applications in building design over those of cement.

The use of lime mortar declined in the 20th Century, particularly after World War 2, with the development of Portland cements.

However in the last couple of decades, there has been a renaissance in the use of lime

EcoRight Ltd, part of the Owlsworth Group of Companies, manufacture a comprehensive range of lime based building products, designed with current and future building requirements in mind. Whilst EcoRight lime products are true to

their traditional roots, they have been developed and delivered for modern building processes and quality standards, offering a viable and more eco-friendly alternative to cement based mortars.

The highest quality materials are used in their preblended products to ensure a consistency is achieved on the finished works.

EcoRight products include: ss Hydraulic lime mortars in a range of 18 earth tone colours, available in silos, IBCs and 25kg bags ss Ashlar mortars for fine joint pointing in Portland & Bathstone ss Traditional fat lime mortars – Coarse stuff ‘natural,’ Coarse stuff ‘corn’ and Coarse stuff ‘haired’ ss Fine stuff ss Traditional lime putty ss NHL 5 ss NHL3.5.

EcoRight products and services are equally suitable for large scale construction projects or local craftsmen working on individual or small projects. Their expert

team, who have over 100 years combined experience in lime based building products and conservation work, can also provide technical design support, prepare NBS specifications and provide CPD presentations.

EcoRight Ltd is a member of The Building Limes Forum, a charitable organisation which works internationally to promote research and education and to encourage expertise and understanding in the use of building limes.

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Product Innovation Award

Building Product Solutions: Manufacturer of Quality Windows Building and Construction Review is extremely proud to present its highly prestigious Product Innovation Award profile to Building Product Solutions.

Building Product Solutions is one of the fastest growing window manufacturers in the UK. Founded by Ian Harrison and Lynne Darwin during the double dip recession in 2009, the company hasn’t been held back and grew consistently from day one.

The company spotted a gap in the market at a time when most suppliers were going bust and filled that gap with innovation and outstanding service levels.

Building Product Solutions manufactures, delivers and installs bespoke windows and doors which are made to fit each builder’s architectural plans for a range of property styles across new estates.

The South Yorkshire based company, is a real example of how decisive action, sheer determination and consistent investment can result in outstanding growth.

position to capitalise on the growing confidence within our sector.

Lynne said, “The expansion will cut costs by around 20%. We’re also able to reduce lead times – improving on what was already one of the best in the industry.”

The company’s manufacturing capability has increased from 550 windows to 1,500 windows a week. A further 7,000sqft extension (currently in planning) will house a distribution unit, further increasing capacity by allowing the company to hold stock.

Along with the purchase of premises and extensions, Building Product Solutions has invested £200k in state of the art machinery for both the sealed unit production line and the glass plant over the last 12 months.

After securing a number of high profile contracts wins with house builders such as Persimmon, Taylor Wimpey, Larkfleet, Harron Homes and Gleeson, Building Product Solutions is boasting an £12.6m order book and is currently live on 142 sites across Northern England.

In an industry where average turnaround time is up to six weeks, Building Product Solutions stands out from the crowd having slashed this to five working days for cavity closers and 10 for glazed frames.

Renowned for its ability to turn jobs around, many leading house builders have quickly come to rely on Building Product Solutions as the partner who never lets them down.

Building Product Solutions has seen turnover increase by a remarkable 60%, staff numbers have almost doubled and the premises are expanding too – all within the past 12 months.

Not one to miss an opportunity for growth, the company recently opened the doors on its new glass plant. The 3,500sqft facility brings the entire fabrication process in house, improves its reliability, efficiency and gives Building Product Solutions more control over the output.

Lynne Darwin, Sales Director at Building Product Solutions marks the new glass plant as a significant milestone in the company’s six year history.

“It’s no secret that the manufacturing sector has faced tough challenges in the past few years, but with our investment we were determined to come out on top. The glass plant puts us in the perfect

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Known for its outstanding customer service, Building Product Solutions’ recent investment in a new fleet of liveried vehicles, and development of a bespoke piece of on-site software – makes the company more reliable and efficient than ever.

alongside the Chamber of Commerce.

The company’s recent growth hasn’t gone unnoticed and over the past 12 months Building Product Solutions has been shortlisted for eight awards, scooping two and currently waiting on the outcome of four more.

“The whole team have worked incredibly hard, not just over the past twelve months, but the entire six years since we started. We really couldn’t have got to where we are today without our team.

Lynne adds, “Myself and MD, Ian work incredibly hard when recruiting to ensure we have the right people around us, and our growth gives us all the evidence we need to know we hired the right people.”

The business is currently undergoing a complete fit out of its office space within the unit to create a modern, open plan working area for the admin and support team, along with offices and meeting rooms and a small canteen for staff to break for lunch.

With a projected forecast of £5million for 2015/16 and a busy order book, Building Product Solutions is entering another growth phase, which seems set to cement it as a nationwide industry leader.

With further investment planned in its facility, machinery, processes and people, the future looks promising for Building Product Solutions.

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The company has recently been awarded preferred supplier status with Miller Homes across Yorkshire and the North East.

Lynne explains, “The association with a leading house builder such as Miller Homes is one we’re very proud to have. It really pushes us to the forefront of supplying to the new build sector and further cements our position as one of the North’s leading window manufacturers.”

Proud of its humble beginnings and where it’s based, Building Product Solutions is keen to help the local community whether that’s by creating new jobs for a region with a high un-employment rate, sponsoring a local football team or working

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10 Years of Excellence

A decade of engineering excellence Building and Construction Review is extremely proud to feature Slanetrac and commend the team for achieving its highly coveted 10 Years of Excellence profile.

The specialist mechanical engineering company is located in Slane, Ireland, and has enjoyed steady growth and achievement ever since its formation just over a decade ago. It status as an exceptional performer in the development and production of specialist mini track dumpers and peripherals for mini diggers and hedge cutters has only strengthened over the years, having gained itself a solid reputation in the mechanical engineering sector.

The manufacturer of niche equipment is renowned for providing the finest industrial components, built in-house at its fully-equipped production facility.

Its product range includes meticulously made track dumpers, hedge cutters, saw heads, plastic flails, swivel trims and steel wire brushes, and its refined

services include one-off custom engineering duties, welding, machining, plasma cutting and fabrication.

Specifically speaking, the distinguished selection includes the Slanetrac HC Hedge Trimmer attachments for mini diggers ranging from 1-7 ton, the Slanetrac HS55 Saw Head and Slanetrac RB45 Wire Brush attachments for mini diggers from 2.5-7 ton. Another notable innovation stocked is the Slanetrac HT1000 Mini Tracked Dumper, which can run on either petrol or diesel and is purposefully designed to allow narrow access for open areas.

When discussing the company’s continued success in the sector, Slanetrac’s Sales Co-ordinator Adrian Clarke said their accomplishments are a result of their effective promotional strategies and operational structures: “The significant progression we have experienced is largely due to getting the Slanetrac name out there effectively,” he explained. “We have managed to significantly increase our customer base by offering our services across all of the areas we operate in.

“Essentially, nobody else in the industry offers what we can. Although it is

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admittedly a niche market, we stand out from our competitors because everything we do is completed in-house.

All of the necessary processes (right from the build and design through to the manufacture and assembly) is done internally, so we have a great deal of expertise in all of these areas.”

The established manufacturer, developer and producer of this particular mechanical engineering equipment can competently cater to the exact requirements of all clients involved in the plant works industry. It prides itself on efficiently undertaking all engineering-based tasks in a capable and professional manner, serving customers such as end users and landscape gardeners.

When discussing Slanetrac’s advances and plans for the next couple of years, Adrian was looking forward to diversifying into additional markets, “We have recently experienced further expansions by selling to more companies across some of the main European countries, including Australia, America, Russia, France and Holland,” he summarised. “In the

near future we are looking to break into the Scandinavian market, and our main priority centres on the continuation of what we are doing in order to secure more sales.”

The Slanetrac team consider it of great importance to attend trade shows and make it their priority to promote their services and products at industry-specific events in a bid to further gain custom and raise brand awareness.

They have already appeared at LAMMA 2015 in January and INTERMAT Paris in April, and they are all set to attend the Executive Hire Show next year, which will be held at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry from 10-11 February 2016.

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Sensing News SST Sensing Ltd 5 Hagmill Crescent, Shawhead Industrial Estate, Coatbridge, Scotland, ML5 4NS, UK T: +44 (0)1236 459020 • F: +44 (0)1236 459026 info@sstsensing.com

The Sensing Experts Manufacturers in Electronic Fluid and Gas Sensors At SST Sensing Ltd, our experienced and professional employees design and manufacture a range of Fluid and Gas Sensing Solutions and have supplied these products to industry for over 10 years. Within our vast range of products you will find;

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Our primary goal is to deliver the required sensing and control solutions to our customers which exactly meet their technical and commercial sensor requirements. This can be achieved through our standard range of sensors or providing customer specific sensor solutions.

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Our technical department comprises of highly experienced and qualified engineers who work extensively with our customers to ensure their requirements are met. Our engineers work with customers to provide full application and technical support if required.

Where a specific solution is required, SST will identify the suitable technology and use this as a building block to provide a bespoke customer solution (Please see our Case Studies for specific examples).

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RENSON louvre panels for student accommodations in London A good air quality is crucial for students to keep the focus during studying, in the end achieving better results.

Therefore, all 419 student rooms of the project Paul St. East (Shoreditch, London) of full building envelope contractor FK Construction feature their own ventilation unit. The duct of the system is connected to a specially developed Renson louvre panel solution on top of every window in the building.

For this application in 12-24 Paul Street, the project team of Renson Fabrications Ltd. developed a special solution, which combines a glazed-in louvre panel type 414 with a 150mm thick insulation panel to the rear with duct plenum.

For accurate connection of the ventilation duct, the insulation panel was equipped with a duct opening during assembly for on-site connection. When no duct needs to be connected, the insulating back panel was installed fully closed, providing the required thermal resistance.

“We were looking for a specific solution for this application and Renson Fabrications Ltd. was able to develop and manufacture a customised solution for us,” says Sean Keenan at FK Construction.

“By integrating these glazedin louvre panels with special insulation on every window of a building, we could not only take care of ventilation and thermal resistance, but also add an additional architectural dimension to the façade of the building.”

Renson is a trendsetter in ventilation, solar shading and

the Healthbox® ensures the house is optimally ventilated, according to the resident’s activities.

This ventilation system really can help homes reduce their energy consumption whilst creating a healthy indoor environment. terrace covers. Since 1909 the company has developed and manufactured innovative products and solutions, which improve the living conditions of people and at the same time, cut energy costs. Renson Fabrications Ltd., with production facility in Maidstone, develops and manufactures a wide range of products and systems, including window ventilators, louvres and continuous louvre systems. The company provides standard as well as customised solutions to the construction market. “We offer architects, specifiers, developers, fabricators and installers a wide range of innovative systems, taking into account not only the ventilation and/or sun protection features, but also other aspects, such as thermal resistance and acoustic performance,” says Patrick Vandenbogaerde at RENSON. “For various applications in the UK, the project team of Renson has been developing special ventilation solutions with louvre panels, combined with options, such as dampers or an insulation panel on the rear. By integrating e.g. glazed-in louvre panels with special details, architects and installers take care of the necessary supply of fresh air, adding an architectural accent to the building.”

Mechanical ventilation Renson Fabrications Ltd. not only focusses on these standard and customised solutions, but also has been developing very successful ventilation systems for several years.

Its demandcontrolled ventilation system with

Renson’s demandcontrolled ventilation system combines the constant supply of fresh air through self-regulating vents and the extraction on-demand of polluted air thanks to the central extraction unit Healthbox®.

Dynamic sensors measure the extraction air 24 hours a day on CO2 or humidity and/or VOCs and adapt the ventilation level to the needs of the residents in an intelligent way. In this way, the system makes a healthy indoor environment possible.

The Healthbox®, installed in an unused corner in the attic or in a technical room, is calibrated fully automatically and regulates itself so as to achieve the exact extraction capacity for each room.

This avoids the risk of adjustment errors, thereby ensuring a properly working ventilation system with a

proper flow rate in each room. This automatic calibration also leads to significant time savings, as installation takes only a couple of minutes.

György Pócsi In order to explain the principles of this demand-controlled ventilation and to set up sales channels, Renson had appointed György Pócsi as Business development and Sales Manager for mechanical

ventilation in the UK. He has been in the HVAC market for more than 20 years. “I am looking forward to launch the Renson Mechanical ventilation activities in the UK, further strengthening its position as market leader in ventilation,” says György Pócsi. “I will use my experience to find new business opportunities and to help the local contacts to set up dedicated sales channels.”

Contact Renson today on: +44 (0)1622 754123, email: info@rensonuk.net or visit: www.rensonuk.net

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Adhesives News

Global adhesive tape manufacturers tesa® is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of adhesive tape with products for industrial and professional applications and 300 products for private consumers.

Trading since 1963 under the Beiersdorf ‘banner’ tesa® UK was formed in 2001 as a wholly owned subsidiary of tesa® SE. With over 75 years’ experience in manufacturing adhesive tapes under the tesa® brand name, the company produces double sided, masking, protection, safety, cloth, duct and packaging ranges in addition to many products developed for specific industrial and consumer applications. tesa® UK’s prime markets extend from automotive, flexographic, printing, building supply, corrugated packaging, newsprint and paper production to painting and decorating. tesa® UK is the originator of tesacohesion™, the definitive programme of customer service and added value which involves people, products, processes and performance.

Designed to deliver a powerful bond on materials with different surface characteristics is the tesa®ACXplus brand of adhesive tapes.

The acrylic core double sided tape for high performance constructive bonding is the highest performing product range made by tesa®. The range is based on a solid acrylic core or a foamed acrylic core, offering high bonding power alongside high UV, temperature and solvent resistance.

Due to the high transparency, these tapes are particularly suitable for constructive bonding of transparent materials such as glass or acrylic and are being used increasingly in internal and external building applications, including sign manufacturing, wall partitioning and deco glass panels.

Providing intelligent solutions for constructive bonding across the globe, tesa®ACXplus was developed to provide architects, specifiers, builders and contractors with a radical alternative to liquid adhesives and mechanical fastening.

Its ‘Constructive bonding’ includes contemporary applications on some of the

world’s most iconic buildings with elegant and functional transparent partition walls, door and window panels, signage, aluminum composite panels and reinforcement bars.

It is now a key element in many industries and presents a number of challenges. For many applications high-tech materials are used which have special structures and properties and often dissimilar substrates need to be bonded. The tesa®ACXplus range addresses these issues by often outperforming conventional fastening methods throughout the process, from achieving production efficiencies to delivering long-term performance with better aesthetics and lower maintenance costs.

Following the successful introduction of tesa®’s ACXplus range of tapes, the company has introduced a new version of its tesa® ACXplus, the 7058 double-sided tape.

With the edges of the tape now neutralised so they are no longer tacky, the tape does

not attract dust and dirt particles during installation, providing a crisp and clean finish. tesa® ACXplus 7058 tape consists of a high-performance acrylic system offering excellent bonding power, stress dissipation, temperature and weather resistance. Due to its high transparency it is especially suitable for constructive bonding of transparent and translucent materials such as glass or acrylic, and is used in partion walls, sign manufacturing and glass panelling industries.

Offering enhanced functionality with a fast and robust adherence, the ultra-transparent tesa® ACXplus 7058 tape creates an invisible bond many slim designs and different substrates such as glass, polycarbonate, aluminium and more.

With a thickness of 2mm, tesa® ACXplus 7058 tape provides not only high bonding power but is UV, temperature and solvent resistant and provides a viable alternative to many conventional fastening methods.

The high performing ACXplus family has recently received accreditation from the Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

all qualified for one credit according to LEED v4, valid for the rating systems for Building Design and Construction, Interior Design and Construction and Building Operations and Maintenance.

This latest award adds to tesa® ACXplus’ list of credentials as an important component for fulfilling essential performance criteria in industrial bonding applications, with previous accreditations including tecnalia and ift Rosenheim certifications for use in internal partitioning and the UL 746C standard rating for electrical equipment.

Focused on innovation and research, tesa® is continuously working on solutions which help customers to arrange their working processes more effectively. By recognising the needs and wishes of customers and reacting flexibly to specific requirements and market trends, the company strives to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of self-adhesive system solutions.

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Building News

Star Platforms expands with 10 Years in Engineering arrival of new Kent depot Excellence

Joint Managing Director, Richard Miller, right, with members of the Star Platforms Kent team

Powered access hire company, Star Platforms is reacting to the UK’s continued economic recovery and strong customer demand by opening a new depot in Kent.

It is Star Platforms’ second depot since launching near Luton, Bedfordshire in October 2014 and creates, initially, four new jobs in the area.

The new hire depot in Borough Green, near Sevenoaks, is ideally placed to serve construction and facilities management clients, among others, in London and the Home Counties, including Kent, Essex, Sussex and Surrey.

Joint Managing Director, Richard Miller said, “Demand for our

hire service is strong, so we are delighted to now provide our customers with coverage right across London and the South East via two depots either side of London. As members of the national hire group The Access Alliance we are also well placed to deliver platforms throughout the UK.” Star Platforms is co-owned by Steve Simmons, Richard Miller and Bryan Freeman, all experienced veterans of the powered access industry, and operates a fleet of scissor lifts, booms and low-level equipment up to 22m working height.

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Health, Safety & Workwear News

Casella adds vibration monitoring capability Casella has launched a new version of its BOUNDARY Guardian that features a ground-borne vibration monitoring option as well as the existing noise and dust monitoring functionality. This further enhances the capability of the BOUNDARY Guardian, which is an essential tool for effective environmental monitoring at construction, demolition and process sites. One major London-based international construction company believes that they have saved over £120k in consultancy fees in one year thanks to the BOUNDARY Guardian.

Casella’s BOUNDARY Guardian is a plug and play solution for web-based real-time remote monitoring of noise, dust and now vibration emissions, which enables users to ensure compliance with regulatory limits 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The solution is already proving to be extremely popular among construction and demolition companies, especially in London where an estimated 15% of airborne particulates are attributable to construction.

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Health, Safety, Training & Trade Association News

Optimised training Man and Machine’s goal is to help you optimise your design process.

Whether you are in the architecture, plant or construction industries, they have the experience to understand your business and what you are trying to achieve, and the expertise to enable you to do it better.

Established in 1989, Man and Machine is part of a pan-European group, operating in 11 countries, with over 750 staff and over 500,000 installed CAD seats. The company provides expertise in digital design and data management with over 60 years of combined technical experience and extensive industry.

Specialist knowledge has allowed them to develop a wide variety of services that address the needs of customers’ across multiple industries to enable them to design,

environment where customers can learn from industry experts, gain authorised qualifications and ensure that any CAD investment is utilised to its full potential. If you are looking to improve design efficiency, reduce costs and bring products or infrastructure to market faster, Man and Machine’s consultative approach will help you to gain a competitive advantage and leverage your own expertise to increase productivity and innovation.

visualise, and simulate to the highest standard.

Man and Machine’s professional training centre is a fantastic

Being an educationally-rich environment, the training academy allows you to select an appropriate learning track to help you derive the most from your software investment.

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The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity joins with leading PPE manufacturer Two well-known and respected names in the construction industry will be appearing together at UK Construction Week to promote their joint effort to help those in the sector who are suffering hardship as a result of injury, ill health or bereavement.

The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, an official partner of UK Construction Week, and JSP Ltd, Europe’s leading independent manufacturer of ‘above-the-neck’ personal protective equipment (PPE), are collaborating on a ‘Lighthouse PPE range’ where a proportion of the proceeds will go to the charity to help support their latest initiative – the Construction Industry Helpline.

Launched in conjunction with Considerate Constructors, this 24x7 Helpline provides support and advice for everyone in the sector. To date, the Helpline has received more than 500 calls and distributed more than £250,000 in financial aid to assist over 200 construction families in the UK and Ireland who are suffering hardship.

UK Construction Week, the biggest

trade event for professionals working in construction, takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from 6th to 11th October. Visitors to The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity/JSP exhibition stand (B 4415 in Hall 4) will have the opportunity to find out more about both organisations and will be able to purchase JSP’s Lighthouse PPE range, raising funds for the Construction Industry Helpline in the process.

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CRA updates standard method of measurement for Concrete repair The Concrete Repair Association (CRA), a member of the Structural Concrete Alliance, has released a new edition of its Standard Method of Measurement for Concrete Repair. The document, now in its third edition, has been fully revised to reflect new and current methods, practices and standards.

measurement includes detailed instructions for: General, Trials and Routine Testing; Surface Cleaning; Survey; Repairs; Crack Repairs; Pore/Blow Hole Fillers; Levelling Mortars/Fairing Coats; Surface Coatings and Treatments; and Resin Injection. It also itemises time-related elements such as provision of access and site facilities.

The Standard Method of Measurement for Concrete Repair aims to assist the origination of clearer Bills of Quantities for concrete repair work by providing a uniform basis for measuring concrete repair and for fully itemising all aspects of the work involved.

The new third edition of the document is available for free download from the CRA website: www.cra.org.uk

It provides notes on repair measurement and a specimen Bill of Quantities. The method of

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Energy, Landscaping & External Works News

Reading Uni revamps Campus with Bituchem gi energy

Reading University is benefiting from Bituchem’s Natratex Cotswold hard landscaping material as part of a £276 million investment into the University’s student accommodation. Natratex Cotswold was used across 2,600sq.m of the Whiteknights campus to provide an aesthetically pleasing and durable pedestrian area that complemented the designs of the existing and new halls.

The development increases the number of student rooms to 4,950 and has been awarded BREEAM excellent status due to environmentally sustainable features such as roof top solar panels, energy efficient boilers and heat recovery ventilation systems. Bituchem’s Natratex Cotswold product echoes the development’s sustainable ethics being environmentally friendly and extremely long lasting.

Bituchem’s Natratex Cotswold product in brown was specified by UPP, University Partnerships Programme, having been previously successfully used in a similar project at Exeter University. The fully bonded aggregate proved a durable and robust option while ensuring the aesthetics of the development are maintained through natural

looking finishes in a variety of colours.

The Natratex Cotswold product has been developed using natural coloured aggregates that are fully bonded using a clear binder that ensures strength and durability while retaining the pleasant colour of the stones. Its suitability for both pedestrian and vehicle use makes it a great surfacing choice for educational environments where the regular maintenance of buildings and facilities will require vehicle access.

Further information on Natratex Cotswold is available from Bituchem on: +44 (0)1594 826768 or +44 (0)7584 311266, by emailing: mark@bituchem.com, or by visiting the company’s website at: www.bituchem.com

Renewable Energy Solutions

GI Energy was founded in 2000 and has installed some of the largest and most innovative renewable systems in the UK, installing over 250MW of capacity nationally. We have 15 years’ experience, and are a market leader in large scale renewable energy solutions. GI Energy has evolved to become the complete Energy Partner offering a range of integrated renewable solutions optimised, and controlled through our own in-house BMS controls systems.

We have over 50 staff with in-house and proven experience in:

• Design • Drilling • Plant rooms • Commissioning • Maintenance • Optimisation.

Working in the non-domestic market, GI has delivered solutions to the retail, transport and broader commercial divisions.

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Bituchem sees first application of new Porous Material

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Hard landscaping specialists, Bituchem has completed the first application of its advanced Natratex Cotswold Porous material at the recently redeveloped Royal William Yard in Plymouth. Approximately 2,000sq.m of the porous material was applied to the ‘secret garden’ car park, giving both a practical and aesthetically pleasing finish to the site.

Designed by Dartington-based Gillespie Yunnie Architects the new car park is situated within a number of Grade II listed walls, formerly a Grade I listed Nursery Walled Garden. The 140-space car park has used Bituchem’s Natratex Cotswold Porous material as well as real grass with plastic trays for reinforcement, to give the entire car park a natural drainage system.

The Natratex Cotswold Porous material is particularly suitable for applications on sites with preservation restrictions, due to the lack of deep earth work needed.

Bituchem re-designed its popular Natratex Cotswold material to replicate natural infiltration methods, in response to the

PINE • SPRUCE • DOUGLAS FIR • LARCH demand for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). The asphalt material is laid on a porous receiving layer and has an open structure to allow water to permeate through the surface into the ground and eventually finding its way to a natural water source.

The material has been designed to remove the need for conventional drainage systems, thus eliminating the likelihood of blocked drains and water contamination.

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Doors & Windows News

Roof window specialist campaigns to save Britain’s attics There are 23.3 million homes in England, out of which 79% are houses, according to the Department for Communities and Local Government’s most recent report. And with Britain’s dwellings averaging the smallest floor space in Europe, at 85m2, aren’t homeowners missing a trick by not fully exploiting the capabilities of the existing housing stock?

A roof window specialist has kicked off its campaign to help boost living space in the UK by creating awareness on the dormant potential of lofts.

Building Adhesives News

Fail Safe Flooring with Dunlop ProCover Tiling onto new or cracked screeds and timber floors can cause major headaches for contractors and installers – which is why Dunlop, specialist manufacturer of tile adhesives, finishing and ancillary products for the trade – has launched a new cracksuppressant uncoupling mat system designed to provide complete protection against failures.

Installing ProCover is simple. Firstly ensure the background substrate is flat, sound and free from dust and any other barriers to adhesion.

Roll out the Dunlop ProCover Uncoupling Mat on the floor areas and cut to the required size using a pair of scissors or a utility knife. The printed gridlines will ensure accurate sizing.

Mix a suitable flexible cement-based adhesive such as Dunlop Set Fast Plus Floor and Wall and Tile Adhesive, in a mixing bucket using a paddle mixture. Spread the adhesive on the floor using a notched trowel and smooth the mat onto the wet adhesive. ProCover can be butt-jointed with no overlap meaning no additional tape is needed. Ensure the mat is fully pressed into the tile adhesive using a trowel or float to remove air pockets.

ProCover gives builders peace of mind when undertaking the difficult task of floor tiling. So how does it work? ProCover is an uncoupling system, meaning it separates the tile from the floor by providing a flexible layer acting as a buffer. there is huge improvement potential to be explored.

LB Roof Windows is a major UK distributor of the Velux, Aurora and Dakea ranges of roof windows, skylights and accessories, and supplies thousands of builders across the country with top quality products and customer service.

Aside from roof windows, the company also supplies Coxdome roof domes and Sunsquare flat roof windows and skylights, including walk-on and access roof windows.

The supplier has also recently introduced the Atlas Roof Lantern range of glazed roof solutions to its portfolio, made from slim, but strong and energy efficient aluminium frames.

Considering that approximately 6.8 million properties in the UK are actually terraced houses (according to the same report),

For more information, call LB Roof Windows on: +44 (0)1623 624500 or visit: www.lbroofwindows.co.uk

This protects against the different rates of contraction and expansion experienced by the floor and tile layer depending on moisture and temperature.

This is a particular problem for floors which suffer from movement, such as new sand and cement screeds, underfloor heating and timber floors which have previously required overlaying with plywood which is both costly and time consuming.

Without an uncoupling mat providing a buffer, tiles can crack and de-bond as the background moves, potentially costing tradesmen time and

money in repair and recompense. ProCover creates a barrier between the floor and the tiles allowing movement underneath which does not travel through to the tiled floor.

Easy to use and coming in handy five metre rolls for easy storage and transport, Dunlop ProCover is suitable for large or small commercial, or domestic projects.

Nationwide Windows opens IGU manufacturing facility Leading public sector and new build door and window supplier, Nationwide Windows Ltd recently enjoyed a highly successful event to mark the official opening of their brand new manufacturing facility for the production of Insulated Glass Units (IGUs).

The 36,000 square foot facility, situated opposite the company’s head office and fabrication plant in Rugby, is the result of a great deal of work in readiness for the launch which took place on 23rd September, with the official opening conducted by Mark Pawsey MP and in the presence of (The Worshipful) the Mayor of Rugby, Councillor Mr Richard Dodd. It allows Nationwide Windows to further control the entire production process, in keeping with its existing status as a vertically integrated manufacturer and installer, but now additionally incorporating IGU manufacture into the supply chain.

Managing Director at Nationwide Windows, John Whalley, comments, “We had a fantastic day at the opening of our new IGU manufacturing facility. It was a great way to mark our 30th anniversary this year,

to bring all of our customers and partners together to thank them for their support, and to officially open the new IGU plant.

The facility will further ensure that we have full control over all of our processes, to the benefit of our customers, and it has capacity to produce 3,500 units per week, including toughened and laminated glass. All units are Argon filled and use the latest warm edge technology for optimum thermal efficiency.”

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Once the mat is in place, simply mix and spread a flexible tile adhesive such as Dunlop Set Fast Plus Floor & Wall Tile Adhesive or Dunlop Large Format & Natural Stone Tile Adhesive using a 10mm notched floor trowel and lay your tiles – it’s as simple as that!

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HVAC, Energy & Insulation News

Reflecting quality and comfort

Thermal Energy Components

We’re sure you’ve heard of Low-E Glass. Well this insulation works the same way.

Low-E insulation is the thinnest most effective reflective insulation on sale in the UK and this year the manufacturer is celebrating their 25th year in business.

Made from recycled material, without the use of solvents or adhesives, Low-E Insulation has one of the lowest Carbon Footprints of any insulation on the market. It carries a Class A/Class 1 Fire Rating for use in areas where similar products fall short.

The air handling solutions company is a dedicated division of Klingenburg, an establishment bought into the UK just less than two years ago. Famously noted for its state-of-the-art technology and premium products, TEC UK delivers highly functional innovations that make considerable contributions towards saving energy resources and reducing CO2 emissions.

Unlike traditional Insulation, Low-E does not have to absorb heat before it becomes effective. It works by reflecting heat directly back to the source. The idea of using reflective layers to reduce heat loss is not new; it’s just never been done in such an effective manner. Don’t be misled by ‘shiny’ insulations that claim to reflect, they may reflect light but if they are made from plastic they won’t reflect heat in

the same way. Low-E is made from 99.4% pure insulation grade aluminium. The closed cell foam ensures the product won’t absorb moisture while also providing a thermal break, reducing the risk of condensation and interstitial condensation.

Without multiple layers Low-E is very lightweight, easy to cut and with no dragging on screws, it’s extremely quick to install. Tested by the British Board of Agrément to 600Pa Low-E was found to have an air-leakage rate of ZERO, making it ideal for timber frame and new build construction.

Klingenburg’s heat exchangers and humidifiers are suitable for all space heating and cooling needs, serving great purpose in small apartments, large factories, cruise ships, spray paint shops and data-processing centres. TEC UK’s line of Heat Recovery systems come in 4 different types, the first option being the Rotary Heat Exchangers, which are unbeatable when it comes to recovering thermal energy in air-conditioning systems.

Meanwhile, the GS range comprises components perfect for ventilation in small apartments, office complexes, farm stables, swimming pools, refrigerated stores and warehouses.

Counterflow Plate Heat Exchangers recover up to 90% (by rigorous calculations) of existing room heat or cold and are used wherever a circulation of air is undesirable, as in this design the airstreams are completely separated.

Vectaire: Ventilation Specialist

Another variety comes in the form of cross-flow plate heat exchangers (PWT), items best known for their outstanding resistance and robustness. These products are available in aluminium, epoxy-coated aluminium or stainless steel and can be utilised in industry, ventilation and extraction systems for adiabatic cooling and the cooling of electrical cabinets. The CERTO Humidifiers are the latest addition, incorporating patented technology to create a maintenance-friendly solution exuding power and reliability.

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One of Air Vent Technology’s extensive ranges of heat recovery units is to be installed in the new Medical Centre in Biggleswade.

The unit chosen is one of AVT’s bespoke heat recovery units for internal installation. The STP02HR will ensure that the medical centre is properly and economically ventilated, whilst ensuring that there is the minimum of heat loss during the winter. These units are available with either an EHB or LPHW heater battery, and are only one of an extensive range of

ventilation products (air handling – heat recovery – energy efficient with EC motors – cabinet and twin fans and emergency smoke extract units). AVT can design, manufacture (to ISO 9001) and arrange installation of a ventilation system for either internal or external siting, and supply a complete range of accessories including silencers, attenuators, pressure switches, step control panels etc.

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Homes & Bathrooms News

Inta’s CoolFlo promises safer stylish showering The CoolFlo thermostatic bar shower from pioneering anti-scald tap, shower and valve manufacturer Inta combines Safe Touch technology with contemporary design to offer increased safety measures for stylish bathrooms.

Behind the smart looks, the CoolFlo shower has Inta’s renowned thermostatic anti-scald reliability built in and features a cool touch body which maintains a safe surface temperature of the shower valve. The contemporary shower kit is combined

with a multi-function head to ensure showering is both comfortable and flexible.

CoolFlo boasts a high technical specification, with inlet pressures as low as 0.2 bar for showers with

flexible risers up to a maximum of 5 bar. The shower offers fail safe protection on both the hot and cold water supplies and has a maximum inlet temperature of 85 degrees.

CoolFlo works with unvented, pressurised, gravity or combi boiler

systems.

For more information on CoolFlo and the full Inta range, visit: www.intatec.co.uk or call: +44 (0)1889 272180.

Purus Limited Purus is one of Scandinavia’s leading suppliers and manufacturers of wetroom and level-access drainage solutions for the health, leisure, hotel and hospitality industries as well as domestic and social housing. Purus Limited, based in Leeds, specialises in a range of drainage solutions including floor gullies for vinyl and tiled floors, linear drainage solutions and stainless steel channels for commercial and industrial use. Many Purus products, including the Mini Series Floor Gullies, are featured on BIMobject and are also BBA Certified.

Floor Gullies A wide range of Purus Floor Gullies for vinyl, tiled and resin floors are available in plastic, stainless steel and cast iron. Purus’ most popular floor gully, the BBA-Certified Minimax 50, is the world’s shallowest wetroom gully incorporating a NOOD no-odour water trap at just 76mm including falls. The patented NOOD will not allow any foul air to leave the drain even when it dries out, making it ideal for use in health facilities, disabled access wetrooms and care homes such as the 67-bedroom Lord Street Care Home in Redcar, Cleveland, where the Minimax 50 was recently selected for installation.

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The NOOD is also included in the Minimax Two Part – designed for simple installation into former trays – and the Mini Brage 50/110 vertical-outlet floor gullies. Stainless steel grates for both vinyl and tiled floors are available for a premium finish. A range of Security Gullies is also available, with a choice of a stainless steel grate with anti-ligature features, or a lockable plastic grate. The Security Gullies are available with a selection of outlets and all include the NOOD no-odour trap.

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Adhesives News

Bumper year of new products from Torch Innovators Active Products Essex based Active Products UK have announced the launch of a variety of innovative new torch products ahead of this year’s lighting season.

Supplying some of the UKs largest Retailers and Builder’s Merchants, Active Products have built an established reputation for producing high quality, sensibly priced products and best known for the creation of the original AP Torch lighting

range created in 2003.

The AP Torch Range offers consumers a versatile collection of products spanning LED Bulbs and CREE LED across Inspection Work lights, Head Torches, Spotlights, Lanterns and novelty products.

The latest products to be introduced to the AP

Torch range in 2015 includes an exciting new line up of the latest in LED and rechargeable formats including; the 60 LED rechargeable work light; the 6&1 LED Magnetic pocket light; the LED Torch and Strip light and the new and improved 150 Lumens LED rechargeable spotlight.

The recently upgraded AP branded 150 Lumens LED Rechargeable Spotlight has proven very

popular for DIYers and professional tradesmen, with wider appeal amongst dog walkers, motorhome and boat owners, camping and leisure enthusiasts.

Abracs brand new Diamond Cutting Tools Catalogue now available!

The UK’s leading abrasives supplier, Abracs Ltd has recently launched their new and improved range of Diamond Blades with the addition of their brand new comprehensive Diamond Cutting Tools Catalogue.

The range offers three quality grades of blade aimed specifically at Expert, Professional and Trade users. Abracs Diamond Blades are top of the range, designed and manufactured with over 25 years expertise in the industry and constructed using premium quality materials. All Abracs Diamond Blades feature an all-important 10mm segment that gives a longer product life and ultimate performance.

Precision manufacturing methods and modern quality control processes allow Abracs to control and regulate the variables that affect blade life, quality of cut and surface finish. The product launch is supported by a wealth of new marketing material including user guides, application charts and of course the brand new Diamond Cutting Tools Catalogue. Abracs new and improved Diamond Blades fall into five application categories: General Construction Materials, Dual Construction Materials, Hard Construction Materials, Abrasive Construction Materials and Universal Construction Materials.

Three quality levels are used to separate the range categories, EXPERT-line offers professional users maximum product benefits & performance.

PRO-line products have been designed for very high quality demands and frequent use in industry and trades & TRADE-line products are reliable diamond tools with an attractive priceperformance ratio for the price-conscious expert.

The new Diamond Cutting Tools Catalogue offers diamond blades for all machines in sizes ranging from 115mm to 500mm for any material application, Abracs Dry Diamond Cores range & the all new Abracs Core Complete. Contact the Abracs Team for more information & to request your Diamond Cutting Tools Catalogue today.

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The 150 Lumens LED Rechargeable Spotlight replaces the AP 1 million-halogen spotlight offering 30 more lumens, three and a quarter hours more battery life and is nearly half the weight of the original 1 million-halogen spotlight.

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Building News

Now Shipping: Luctra® Table Pro Desk Lamp Master appointed official UK agent

for ZIPP Air Tools

Following successful appearances at Orgatec, Paperworld, imm cologne and Milan Design Week, DURABLE is pleased to announce the launch of the award-winning LUCTRA® TABLE PRO, which brings a human-centric approach to task lighting. The high quality LED lighting system provides biologically effective light that can be adapted to suit a person’s own daily circadian rhythm. This human centric approach, backed by the latest scientific research, ensures enhanced wellbeing and productivity within the workplace.

TABLE PRO is the premium table lamp within the LUCTRA® range, combining the latest LED technology with award-winning design and biological light effect. Manufactured from the highest grade of aluminium and steel, LUCTRA® is available in three contemporary finishes of aluminium, black or white, ensuring coordination with a multitude of interiors which is complimented by the geometric (LINEAR) or rounded (RADIAL) lamp head design. Stylish and practical open cooling fins are featured in the unique lamp heads to effectively dissipate the heat from the LEDs, maintaining an operating temperature which never rises above 40°C. This ensures an extremely

long service life for the LEDs of up to 50,000 hours, low power consumption and consequently sustainability in every respect. Self-locking joints specially developed for LUCTRA® allow adjustment of the lamp to any desired position and a total of three mounting options are available: a table top (BASE), a table clamp or a pin for insertion into drill holes between 20mm and 80mm in diameter (PIN).

Orders for LUCTRA® TABLE PRO models are now being taken for June delivery. For more information, please call: +44 (0)1202 851130 or email: enquiries@luctra-uk.com.

Master Abrasives has been appointed as the official UK agent for ZIPP Air Tools. The ZIPP Air Tool brand is well established and offers a complete range of pneumatic tools for: assembly lines, professional automotive body shops and servicing bays, aerospace and industrial applications, composite manufacturers, the construction industry and precision planetary gear reducers for different Industries worldwide.

All of its products are combined into one innovative brand – ‘ZIPP’ – which will now be distributed through Master’s professional tool services offering. Master will offer the

product through its usual sale channel, the highly trained and skilled customer service and sales team. In conjunction with this, Master is developing and launching a new and exciting offering via the Master web shop (www.masterwebshop.co.uk).

Initially, a selected range of ZIPP products will be available from the web shop, especially tools for automotive and composite applications.

It will also continue to be developed to include other product types by Master Abrasives.

The ZIPP brand keeps up with the most advanced designs of superior quality products, whilst competitive pricing and cutting edge technology ensures all products satisfy customer needs. The ZIPP brand adheres to ISO 9001 & CE standards to assure the quality of all ZIPP products.

Visit our website or give us a call on: +44 (0)1327 703813 to find out more about this exciting offering, an enhancement on Master’s ‘Solutions for Industry.’

Starting at the base and working up

Perforated sheets from RMIG depict a new Golden age for Bang & Olufsen

DURABLE has guaranteed its awardwinning LUCTRA® TABLE PRO lamps are suitable for virtually any application by introducing two new base options. The LUCTRA® TABLE PRO range can be held in place with the original base plate or now by a table clamp or pin, occupying a minimum amount of space and allowing a much greater level of flexibility in where it can be used.

Precision perforated panels from RMIG have helped to create a unique, showstopping facade for Bang & Olufsen’s (B&O) new flagship store in Herning, Denmark. This new building reflects the audio-visual giant’s new design concept for its stores.

The clamp can be used in place of the larger, base plate and attaches to any surface up to a thickness of 78mm. It can even be mounted on the wall, for maximum flexibility. DURABLE has also

introduced a pin that holds the lamp in place securely in hole throughputs between 20 and 80mm, again with a small base plate to limit the amount of space it occupies.

These two new additions to the revolutionary LUCTRA® TABLE PRO range further enhance its value in the workplace, the home and any number of other applications as a table lamp that can really make a difference to the lives of those that use it. Taking advantage of ground-breaking research into the effect of light on the human body, LUCTRA® uses revolutionary LED technology to help regulate the body clock by changing the intensity and colour of the light to mimic daylight.

To receive further information about LUCTRA®, request a brochure or to speak to a DURABLE lighting specialist, please call: +44 (0)1202 851130, email: enquiries@luctra-uk.com or visit: www.luctra.co.uk

The material selection and design of the whole building were a fusion of B&O new concepts for both its stores and product designs, as well inspiration from the modernist style from the middle of the last century. The hallmark of minimalistic Scandinavian design with a strong human component runs through all of B&O’s projects, from its innovative audio and TV systems to the stores where the exclusive products are put on display.

B&O is renowned around the world for its high quality product design and technological excellence. When embarking on the project of creating a new flagship store, the primary objective was to ensure that the building’s exterior reflects the brand’s reputation for high-style and is as arresting in design and appearance as the store’s interior.

own specially designed perforation pattern, which when assembled, runs across the whole envelope of the building creating an unusual and fascinating design that resembles entangled snakes.

The striking flagship store was designed

by Arkitec as who, through RMIG’s City Emotion programme, chose perforated TECU® Gold panels for the building’s facade to cover approximately 350m². Using RMIG ImagePerf, each bespoke panel has its

LED lights sit behind the golden perforated facade which are programmed to fade in and out, creating a visual energy and a constantly changing light, both day and night, in the city square where the building is situated.

The combination of RMIG’s precision perforated panels and the building’s beautifully rounded glass corners give it a unique charm with lightness and transparency. At the same time, it beckons customers and passers-by to step in and experience the top quality sound, image and design and B&O is famous for.

Further information on City Emotion and RMIG Group can be found by visiting: www.city-emotion.com

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Chainsaw chores made easy this autumn As the days shorten and the trees don their golden hues, STIHL is there for busy gardeners, helping them prepare for autumn with its ‘Biggest ever chainsaw promotion.’ The promotion kicks-off this month until 18th December with a range of free product offers that will help make chopping firewood and garden maintenance a breeze.

The Guild of Builders and Contractors is pleased to announce the introduction of a new grade of membership – the membership category ‘Trusted Member.’

Trusted Membership is open to builders, specialist contractors and construction consultants who can satisfy the higher standards required. These standards include more vigorous financial and credit checks, a comprehensive level of insurance cover and additional customer references. These standards have to be maintained each year. Due diligence checks are carried out every year and membership is only continued if the member maintains the required standard.

Included in STIHL’s ‘Biggest ever chainsaw promotion’ is the STIHL MS 170 chainsaw.

The MS 170 is a leading entry-level saw and the perfect partner for cutting firewood and basic construction. Boasting a STIHL 2-MIX engine for lower fuel consumption and a light weight of only 4.1kg, this saw is one of STIHL’s most popular models. The MS 170 has a RRP of £179.00 (Bar length 12"/30cm).

For an even more powerful gardening partner, the MS 251C-BE ticks all of the boxes. Like the MS 181 C-BE it boasts the ErgoStart system and Chain Quick Tensioning – features that make it ideal for private users, farmers or landscapers who want a commanding saw which is easy to maintain. The machine also offers excellent control properties and very low vibrations for extended use in comfort. The MS 251 C-BE has a RRP of £585.00 (Bar length 18"/45cm).

The Guild of Builders and Contractors ‘Trusted Member’ membership

STIHL’s ‘Biggest ever chainsaw promotion’ gifts customers with premium chainsaw accessories, free of charge, when they purchase one of a selection of STIHL chainsaws. See details of the promotion at www.stihl.co.uk/chainsaw

Prospective clients wishing to appoint a firm to carry out building work will feel more confident of a member who has demonstrated that he satisfied the Guild of Builders and Contractors that he is trading with integrity, is adequately

insured, is financially stable and his past customers have been sufficiently satisfied to give him a good reference.

In order to become a ‘Trusted Member’ of the Guild of Builders and Contractors applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are experienced and knowledgeable and take pride in their workmanship and achievements. They must fulfil a number of conditions on application and then annually.

They must be able to demonstrate successful trading over a minimum period of three years by providing: three customer referees, a reference from their accountants and insurance brokers, three years audited trading accounts and appropriate insurance cover details.

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Office to residential conversion Recent government plans have led to an increase in residential conversion projects, in light of this Giacomini UK discusses some of the projects of this nature that it has been involved in.

Provided as a temporary measure, policy changes have made it possible to convert Class B1 office buildings to Class C3 residential dwellings, without having to apply for planning permission.

Globally Proven Construction Solutions

The main aim of the policy change is to support an increase in housing supply, encourage regeneration of office space and bring empty properties into productive use.

Giacomini UK’s heat interface units help control both the domestic hot water and central heating in these multi-dwelling conversions and support the seamless transition from commercial to residential.

One of the conversion projects for Giacomini this year was Arliss Court in Watford, which saw the vacant top floor office space converted into luxury apartments by Supercity Developments.

The inclusion of Giacomini’s G5 heat interface units, with pre-installed MBUS water and energy meters, in each conversion will offer many benefits for tenants, landlords and contractors, such as energy monitoring for consumption based billing and lower servicing and maintenance costs.

For more information on HIUs from Giacomini, visit: www.giacomini.co.uk to view a brochure.

Heating up the Grande redevelopment of Aberdeen’s Seafood Park Aberdeen’s Seafood Park in the harbour area of the city has been undergoing some drastic renovations in recent months and the final stage of the project will see Giacomini’s underfloor heating being installed.

The £100million renovation has been undertaken to redevelop the area which had become derelict, and to revamp it with the construction of a new building called the Grande.

The Grande will stand on the site of the park in the harbour area and will be a high quality 140,000 square feet eight-storey office development, alongside 271 car parking spaces, that will be the new headquarters for EnQuest plc – the UK’s largest independent oil producer in the UK North Sea. The Grande will be the workplace for 800 of EnQuest’s employees.

heat through the use of lower operating temperatures, underfloor heating can reduce running costs by up to 30%; in addition to this, cost efficiency is also boosted by minimising waste energy.

By heating almost entirely by radiation, underfloor heating offers an efficient and comfortable form of heating. By distributing

For more information about underfloor heating from Giacomini, please visit: www.giacomini.co.uk

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Measuring and estimating made simple QuickScale is the easy, simple and accurate way to take measurements from 2D drawings on your PC. QuickScale takes line, path and area measurements from PDF drawings. Use an accurate measurement to scale the drawing.

If there are no measurements on the drawing, any known measurement like a door width or parking space can be used.

To measure an area, click on the Area button on the toolbar then click around the points and corners of the area.

Similarly to measure a distance, click on the Line or Path button and click on the points and corners of the measurement.

Dimensions are exported to a spreadsheet

QuickScale: scale, measure and print pdf drawings QuickScale is the easy, simple and accurate way to take measurements from 2D drawings on your PC. QuickScale can take line, path and area measurements from a 2d drawing in PDF or other image format without printing the drawing.

Measure drawings, scanned documents, photos, maps, etc. saved as PDF or other image format.

It can measure in metres, millimetres, feet, inches, miles, kilometres and microns.

where they can be edited. The drawing can be printed to scale on any size printer from A4 to A1 plotters.

Drawings are often emailed in PDF format, without any scale, or not to scale. As long as you have one accurate measurement, you will be able to scale and measure from the PDF. Free 30 day trial available on: www.quickscale.co/register

You can export the measurements to a spreadsheet to complete your estimates.

You can print the whole drawing, or any part of it, to scale on A3 or A4 printers – even if the original drawing was on A0 paper and even if the drawing has no scale!

No need for expensive CAD software, plotters or large format printers.

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Antique Bathrooms Ltd have over 20 years experience in the restoration of Original Antique Cast Iron Baths, and the supply of Traditional Bathroom Products & Accessories.

Visit www.antiquebaths.com or call in at our Marlborough showroom to view these beautifully restored working Antique baths, a fantastic centre piece to your renovation project.

If you have an Original Bath that requires some care & attention, please call us 01672 511620 for our restoration services pricing.

Antique Bathrooms Ltd, Manton West, Elcot Park, Elcot Lane, Marlborough, SN8 2BG

PUMP SALES INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING MAINTENANCE

Design, installation and maintenance of industrial pumping systems Willow Pumps Limited has provided a variety of specialist services to the pumping industry since 1992, providing design, installation and maintenance of industrial pumping systems to the water and wastewater, building services, agricultural, fisheries and general industry market sectors offering not only supply of product, but also full mechanical and electrical installations, commissioning and after sales service.

We undertake to provide a total service package using only products from top quality manufacturers.

We are dedicated in providing the highest level of customer service at every stage from initial design concept to final installation and commissioning. All this fully supported by a comprehensive range of service and maintenance programmes tailored to suite individual requirements.

Our mission statement is quite simply to offer outstanding value for money. To work with our customers in understanding their requirements and to ensure that we offer a total solution for their pumping problems. We endeavour at all times to ‘get it right first time’ – because we realise that we do not always get a second chance!

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Bid Response Solutions & Software Applications With our team of experienced construction bid writers, EasyPQQ to make the task of completing PQQs or tenders easier and EasyBOP to help businesses run more efficiently, Propeller Studios help people in the construction industry save time, money and most importantly win more work.

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Structural Bonding Solutions • High performance structural epoxy adhesives • Laminating adhesives for internal and external use • Protective Coatings for Timber • Fire Retardant Woods Stains.

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PRO-TEK-TO™ Shoe Caps: for temporary foot protection In a matter of seconds, your feet can be protected without changing your shoes. Our shoe caps slip easily over your own street shoe and strap firmly around the back of your heel. These are especially beneficial to the temporary employee or visitors to your plant.

While there is not an OSHA standard for over the shoe foot protection, it is required that they meet ANSI standard Z-41-1991 for 30 pounds of impact and compression resistance and have been tested to meet or exceed these impact standards.

Pro-Tek-To Shoe Caps are equivalent to Steel Toe Shoes in a Class 30 only.

Recommended for wear on flat, dry and uncluttered surfaces.

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We are the Leaders in Engineered Timber Frame Solutions Whether it is a single story house or a six story apartment block, using our products greatly reduces the time required to complete the internal shell by up to 50% compared to traditional brick and block methods of construction.

With quicker build times, increased logistical efficiencies and greater cost controls, an increasing number of developers are switching on to our Timber Frame solutions.

Established in 2008 by D.Prescott, S.Prescott, M.Bean and D.Grantley, Yorkshire Timber Engineering has seen significant growth in the years to follow. Its rapid progression has enabled the business to become one of Yorkshire’s leading providers of roof trusses, engineered floor joists and timber frame solutions.

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Traditional Joiners of Hardwood Windows, Doors and Staircases Croxford’s are Joinery Manufacturers of the finest custom made joinery which includes handmade doors, windows, Bi-Folding doors in Hardwood, Softwood or Accoya. Factory spray painted or stained.

Based in a highly modernised workshop, Croxford’s are able to manufacture bespoke doors, windows, staircases and other custom made projects all to a client’s specification.

Typical clients include architects, main contractors, self builders and the general public alike. Check our product pages to view some of the projects we have been involved in.

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Timber Door Canopies

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Our door canopy range comes in many designs to suit the style of your property and improve the appearance of your house – from flat roof canopies to ‘A’ frame door canopies and mono pitch. Our canopies are suitable for front doors, porches and windows and are made from high quality timber by our highly skilled craftsmen. All door canopies are quick and easy to fix.

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