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HVAC Residents at luxury apartments warm to renewable heat

Design & Desire A new Private Members’ Wine Club concept is perfectly executed at 67 Pall Mall

Sustainability in Development Architect Pozzoni sets the standard for sustainable regeneration

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n June 23rd, the UK will settle the much debated question, should Britain remain in the EU, or depart and leave its union privileges behind? According to numerous independent polls that have been carried out to date, the results are showing no shared consensus either way.

According to a survey by the Federation of Master Builders, nearly half of the UK’s construction sector SMEs backs Brexit. 40% of SMEs said the UK would be able to “freely legislate” to meet the needs of British business if it left the EU. Meanwhile, Construction Marketing Experts recently found that 59.4% of its audience think it’s best for the construction sector if we remain in the EU, with 40.6% voting to leave.

For those that insist on remaining within the EU, one of their main arguments is that if Britain were to depart from the EU it would hit workforces hard. In an industry that is supposedly already suffering from a shortage in skilled labourers, the repercussions of this withdrawal could be disastrous for the sector.

In this edition, Michael Page reiterates the importance of nurturing and encouraging employment in construction, but more specifically, taking a more proactive approach to upping the female quota of the industry’s workforce.Turn to page 20 to find out how changing perceptions is crucial if we are to save a shrinking workforce.

Meanwhile on page 24, the Midlands Construction Summit highlights three interlinked themes at its forthcoming conference – Image, Skills and Productivity. Negative perception, lack of training and reduced output are emerging and are only going to escalate if we don’t take action now, according to the board members of the event.

Elsewhere in this issue, Chris Lloyd of Flexcrete Technologies discusses the most effective waterproofing solution for basements, Phillip Lamb asks if the principle of Joint Names insurance is under threat and John McMullan from roofing specialist Firestone discusses the company’s involvement in an eco lodge in the heart of Gloucestershire.

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Contents

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News 08 Industry Updates:

FC&A rounds up this month’s industry news, including awarded contracts, completed projects and much more.

20 Voice of the Industry:

Michael Page of Saracen Interiors explains why the industry needs to be proactive when it comes to upping the female quota of its workforce.

28 Legal & Business:

Phillip Lamb at MPW Insurance Brokers discusses Joint Names insurance and asks whether the principle is under threat.

Features 26 Technical Focus Chris Lloyd, Director of Flexcrete Technologies, looks in-depth at effective and cost-efficient waterproofing for basements.

34 Roofing, Cladding & Insulation:

John McMullan from Firestone discusses the specification and installation of a RubberGard EPDM Roof at an eco lodge at the Asha Centre.

36 Glass & Glazing:

Simon Ellison, UK Head of Project Sales at Pyroguard, demonstrates how architectural design doesn’t have to be compromised.

38 HVAC: A brand new luxury apartment complex in West London has been fitted with a range of air source and exhaust air heat pump systems from NIBE.

40 Health & Safety: General Manager of Jet Cox, Chris Lister, looks at how the building industry needs to prepare for the already-growing number of SHEV specifications.

42 Safety & Health Expo Preview:

This month, Safety & Health Expo, the UK’s leading health and safety event, returns to London as part of UBM EMEA’s Protection & Management Series.

44 Housing 2016 Preview:

Housing professionals are invited to help shape the housing conversation with three jam-packed days of seminars and networking.

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12 Greenhouse: In order to protect a new transport hub from the sun, GKD has supplied a woven solar protection facade with integrated messages.

16 Sustainability in Development:

National architect Pozzoni has been recognised for its work on three refurbished tower blocks in Ancoats, Manchester.

30 Design & Desire: Pall Mall is no stranger to extraordinary buildings. Even amongst its impressive peers however, 67 Pall Mall is something special.

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Industry Updates

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of construction equipment and has a range of over 300 machines that are sold across 150 countries. Also joining JCB at UK Construction Week will be the UK’s largest multi-channel supplier of trade tools Screwfix.

The Civils Expo will see one of the world’s top civil engineering companies CEMEX exhibit. In the UK, CEMEX generates around £775m in annual sales and the company

has more than 40,000 employees worldwide. Civils Expo is the UK’s only event dedicated to civil engineering and construction and will bring together leading suppliers of technologies, systems and products required in the civil sector.

One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of ceramic tiling Johnson Tiles is exhibiting at this year’s Surface & Materials Show.With over 100 years of experience in the industry, the company is well-versed in providing solutions for customers and its team of technical experts will be on hand to do so over the course of the show.

Another historic company taking part in UK Construction Week is timber provider Vandecasteele. Exhibiting at this year’s Timber Expo, Vandecasteele was formed in 1883 and is now Europe’s premier timber stockist with vast quantities, specifications and species available.

Exhibiting at HVAC 2016 will be Kingspan Insulation, a global leader in high-performance insulation, building fabric, and solar integrated building

Julian Sutherland joins Cundall as Partner

tp bennett expands architectural team

Julian Sutherland has joined international multi-disciplinary engineer Cundall. Based in Cundall’s One Carter Lane offices in the capital, Julian’s focus will be on building performance and optimising design quality with a particular emphasis on high end, architecture-led lifestyle projects.

Julian joins from Atkins where he was Director for Environmentally Sustainable Design.

tp bennett has added to its architectural team with a new senior Director appointment.

Neil Sterling joins tp bennett as Director to further strengthen the architectural team’s position in the commercial office, residential and retail markets. Neil will bring to the role a practiced and expert approach to the delivery of design-led projects.

In Brief intu appoints Laing O’Rourke for Watford extension intu, one of the UK’s leading owner, manager and developer of prime regional shopping centres, has appointed Laing O’Rourke as the main contractor to build its multimillion pound extension of intu Watford. The extension of intu Watford is set to create a single 1.4 million sq ft retail and leisure destination, placing Watford in CACI’s top 20 national retail destinations ranking, alongside Edinburgh and Bristol.

Schroders and Stanhope reach the top A ‘topping-out’ ceremony was held last month at Schroder UK Real Estate Fund and Stanhope’s Ruskin Square development in Croydon, to celebrate the first office building reaching its highest point. Designed by shedkm, this important construction milestone is the last major hurdle before the scheme’s first commercial building reaches practical completion by the end of the year.

ReardonSmith appointed for 30 Grosvenor Square ReardonSmith is acting for Qatari Diar, the owner of 30 Grosvenor Square, currently the American Embassy in London.

Its role as advisor is to help facilitate the conversion of the building into a world-class luxury hotel. As an internationallyrecognised hotel architectural specialist, the practice is working in collaboration with lead architect, David Chipperfield Architects, providing a range of expert advice and, eventually, will take on the role of executive architect to oversee the successful implementation of the project onsite.

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UK Construction Week secures more top names With the return of UK Construction Week just around the corner, more and more industry leaders continue to sign up to exhibit at this year’s event, which will be held at the Birmingham NEC from 18 to 20th October.

One of the most reputable names exhibiting this year is JCB, showcasing its products at the Build Show. JCB is one of the world’s top three manufacturers

Personnel Mott MacDonald appoints Christopher Seymour Mott MacDonald has appointed Christopher Seymour as Development Director for the Middle East and South East Asia. Christopher will be responsible for coordinating business planning and development activities across the regions. He succeeds Tim Evans who has retired after 20 years with the consultancy.

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Industry Updates

In Brief Salterns Marina in Poole to get £100m upgrade The redevelopment will change the face of the Marina with a brand new seven-storey development overlooking Poole Harbour, a five-star hotel and 73 luxury apartments being developed on the site of the old hotel. Richard Carr has acted on behalf of Salterns Marina to put together the application. Carr revealed that he is in negotiations with the owners of the iconic popular restaurant in London’s West End, The Ivy, about potentially opening a rooftop branch at the new building, which is set to replace the Harbourside Hotel.

envelopes. Speaking on its participation at HVAC 2016, Claire Rigg, Marketing Manager at Kingspan Insulation, said: “UK Construction Week is an important date in our diary as it gives us a chance to meet people who use our products and is an opportunity to forge new business partnerships.”

Richard Morey, Group Events Director at Media 10, commented: “This year’s event is set to be our best to date and we’re delighted to be able to announce so many big names. A host of prestigious firms will be taking to the stage

across the nine shows, including some of the most recognisable brands from the UK, Ireland and Europe.Visitors will benefit from the wealth of products and expert knowledge on display as well as the huge potential to network with fellow industry professionals.”

Consisting of Timber Expo, Build Show, Civils Expo, Plant & Machinery Live, Energy 2016, Smart Buildings 2016, Surface & Materials Show, HVAC 2016 and Grand Designs Live, UK Construction Week will span five halls of the NEC catering for the entire spectrum of the industry

Trending on Twitter BREXIT AND THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

“Imagine impact of #Brexit to UK #construction already suffering from skills shortage. I would be 1 of those told I may need a visa to stay” - @NatachaRedon

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In addition to these prestigious exhibitors, UK Construction Week will also benefit from the support of industry leading trade associations such as the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA),TRADA, the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), the Construction Products Association (CPA) and the Chartered Institute of Builders (CIOB) to name but a few.

UK Construction Week is on course to deliver a relevant, useful and profitable show experience for all who attend.

“Sometimes, you know something’s just wrong! #VoteLeave #LeaveEU #EUref #Brexit #leave #ukhousing #property #lies” - @PeaceOutCoUk “@buildersconf Our data indicates new #construction tender opportunities down 20% since beginning of year Are #Brexit fears holding back #UK?”

Auction raises over £1m for new Design Museum construction A contemporary design auction hosted by Phillips for the development of the new Design Museum has raised over £1.1m towards the construction costs of its new building. The museum, which moves to the former Commonwealth Institute on Kensington High Street and opens to the public on 24th November, received works donated to the auction from leading design figures including Stella McCartney, Jonathan Ive and Thomas Heatherwick.

GRAHAM Construction appointed by Oxford Brookes University Oxford Brookes University has appointed GRAHAM Construction to its new major works framework to support the delivery of its £130m 10year estate investment plan. The estate investment programme is set to upgrade the facilities on all of Oxford Brookes’ campuses to help deliver the University’s long-term vision.

GRAHAM Construction has been selected as part of the framework panel which will deliver all projects worth over £5m with a total value of £65m over the next four years.

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Industry Updates

Architect in Profile Rabih Geha, of Rabih Geha Architects, talks to Future Constructor & Architect about how he came to open up his own firm and offers practical advice to newly-qualified architects and those considering a career in architecture. development. It should be a good piece of design in its own right, while impacting people’s lives positively. It is more crucial than ever before for architects to participate in shaping a cohesive vision on both macro and microlevels, taking stock of the building, neighbourhood, area and city.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architecture students at the moment?

Architectural schools take you on a journey through the fascinating world of design and architecture.

The real challenge is for students to prepare themselves for the hard work and long hours that lie ahead of them during the fiveyear program. Persistence and perseverance helps a great deal, as students have to deal with a lot of critique.

Renowned for his work on restaurant and bar projects, Rabih Geha’s concept for Off&On is a glamorous speakeasy, hidden behind the wall of an old-fashioned barbershop

Please tell us a bit about your career background Graduating from the American University of Beirut with a BA in architecture, I travelled to Paris and undertook my Masters in architecture from École Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle.Working in Marseilles and Paris, I honed my skills, whilst learning more about architecture. Finally in 2006, I returned to Lebanon and opened my design firm, Rabih Geha Architects.

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What has been your most notable project to date?

When I take up a new project my team and I focus all our energy and give it our undivided attention – be it the speakeasy Off&On, a club like Uberhaus or a restaurant like the Villa Badaro, I have enjoyed working on them all.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for designing in sustainability?

Sustainable building design is gaining prominence in the industry. I am keen to play an active role in such projects and do my bit as an architect in reducing the ecological footprint.

Energy efficiency is undoubtedly the corner stone of any green building.Another key aspect we need to focus on is balancing comfort and resources efficiently, this being the core of any sustainable project.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architects today?

A key challenge faced by architects today involves the design and creation of elements and experiences that are deemed as positive.We need to focus on architectural expressions that can be crucial to a city’s

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What advice would you give to newly-qualified architects?

Having a bachelor’s degree is not enough anymore; in today’s industry, people tend to look for a specialisation. Honing your skills in a specific area of architecture is a bonus. Newly-qualified architects should study further and undertake a masters second degree of specialisation.

What can we expect to see from Rabih Geha Architects over the next year?

We’ve started the year on a high note, with an interesting line up of projects.You can expect a lot of diversity in our discipline in terms of residential projects, a bakery, gym and a pop-up roof top bar at the Four Seasons to name a few.We are also looking forward to more versatile architectural creatives coming our way this year.

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Spotlights fitted outside create targeted light effects that change according to the position of the viewer Images Š Katrina Hajagos

An artistic interpretation of multicultural interaction To bring the 100-year-old infrastructure between the Twin Cities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis in line with current requirements, the state of Minnesota implemented the biggest municipal rail throughout its history. To ensure protection from the sun, its transport hub has been provided with large-scale cladding in the form of metal fabrics and additional stainless steel birds.

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ith 3.5 million inhabitants, the region surrounding the Twin Cities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is among the 20 largest metropolitan areas in the United States. The Mississippi separates the capital of Minnesota, Saint Paul, from CedarRiverside, which is also known as West Bank.

Day by day, tens of thousands of people commute between these three communities to get to work, university or school.

The state implemented a comprehensive municipal rail project to bring the 100-yearold infrastructure consisting of buses and congested roads in line with these requirements.A key element of this mammoth project is the so-called Central Corridor Light Rail Transit (CCLRT) with the transport

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hub West Bank Station.The AECOM firm of architects designed a two-story station at this location.To ensure protection from the sun, the building was provided with large-scale cladding in the form of Omega 1510 and 1550 metal fabrics from GKD.Through etching and the addition of stainless steel birds, the shimmering facade was transformed into an expressive work of art that reflects the eventful immigration history of the region.

Scandinavian immigrants sought a new life in the settlement on the upper stretch of the Mississippi in Minnesota, USA, in the middle of the 19th century. These initial settlements grew to become the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, which are today an important economic and cultural centre in the Midwestern United States.

Greenhouse As the manufacturing industry went from strength to strength, the region attracted increasing numbers of migrants from all over the world from the beginning of the 20th century onward.

Today, the region is viewed as a melting pot of nations, where over 100 different languages are spoken. However, the rapid population growth also took the transport infrastructure of the densely populated area to its limits as early as the 1970s. As a result, planning work on the largest local transport project in the history of Minnesota began in 1981, which also comprised the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit with the METRO Green Line. Today, this connects the centres of the Twin Cities with several of the most populous areas in the conurbation, also crossing the Mississippi.

A real eye-catcher The architectural firm AECOM, which was charged with the task of realisation, concentrated not only on functionality and aesthetics, but also on public art when designing the stations. For the particularly well-frequented West Bank Station, they chose a solar protection facade made of GKD metallic fabric. The textile skin in front of the extensively glazed station reflects sunlight, thus preventing the two-story building from heating up excessively in summer.

At the same time, its transparency grants unhindered views of the outside surroundings and also, through the interior lighting, from the outside in. This visibility conveys a feeling of subjective safety to passengers.

Meanwhile, the high light transmission of the woven structure ensures a pleasant atmosphere and lots of natural light.

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stainless steel fabric will withstand the adverse weather conditions that often prevail here with wind, rain, snow or frost for many years. The fabric even provides effective protection from the vandalism so often seen at public transport stops.

What’s more, the material guarantees the cost-effectiveness required for transport buildings thanks to its durability and freedom from maintenance.

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The AECOM firm of architects designed a two-story station for the West Bank Station

Signs of life This effect is given an additional dimension thanks to a creative interpretation by Nancy Blum, an Artist, Critic and Art Lecturer who is very well-known in the USA. The architects’ concept for three of the city stations for CCLRT included her integrated artworks. The woven stainless steel fabric skin at West Bank Station inspired Nancy Blum to create an artwork visualising the eventful history of Cedar-Riverside as a transit point for people from many different nations. That’s why the metal fabric panels in front of the stairways were to be decorated with ethnic patterns, with designs reminiscent of the three main regions of origin of the immigrants – Scandinavia, Asia and Eastern Africa.

GKD realised this artistic idea by means of etchings on the Omega 1510 fabric. The smooth upper surface and relatively dense structure of this fabric make it particularly well-suited for this procedure, in which the fabric surface is modified slightly. On the basis of the patterns designed by Nancy Blum, GKD

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Combined with the ethnic patterns, this creates an almost poetic image of dynamic interaction in a region steeped in such a rich tradition.

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Sustainability in Development

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High standards of thermal insulation were used on the roofs and in the buildings’ over cladding

Setting the standard for sustainable regeneration A regeneration project in Ancoats, Manchester, which has seen three derelict and redundant apartment blocks brought back to life, has been recognised in the industry as one of the most sustainable housing developments of the year.

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esigned by national architects Pozzoni, the studio was recently awarded ‘Sustainable Housing Scheme of the Year’ at this year’s prestigious Housing Excellence Awards for its work on the three 13-storey blocks.

The apartments in the three towers, known as Tribe New Islington, Tribe Ancoats and Tribe East Quarter, will offer a saving of at least 28,000 tonnes of carbon over their lifetime.

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Prior to refurbishment, the tower blocks had been empty since 1994.They required extensive remedial works and modernisation to make them suitable for new residents as well as significantly reduce carbon emissions.

To help minimise the development’s carbon footprint and create energy savings for tenants, a number of sustainability measures were put in place throughout the refurbishment.

As part of the buildings’ new design, Pozzoni included triple glazed aluminium

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windows and high standards of thermal insulation were used on the roofs and in the buildings’ over cladding.The apartments benefit from low energy lighting, low water consumption appliances and sanitaryware as well as 400kW biomass boilers, which were installed in new energy centres constructed at each block.These boilers account for approximately 80% of the CO2 emission reduction (the regulated CO2 emission improvement over existing building is 95%).

Areas of green roof were also included to the low-level energy centre extensions.

Each apartment is connected to a wet central heating system, providing a more efficient heat source than electric panel heaters, which are common in many new apartment schemes.Thanks to this system as well as the biomass boiler, occupiers at the three tower blocks, collectively known as Tribe apartments, typically benefit from energy prices that are half those of electricity users.

Andrew Smith, Project Lead and Technical Director at Pozzoni, said:“When we were first appointed on this project we knew that there was an opportunity to create a sustainable development and reduce the carbon footprint of each of the buildings.This started with the retention of the original structure of the tower blocks instead of demolition, site clearance and starting again.

“Our extensive experience of regenerating tower blocks and our understanding of the spaces that can be created within an existing

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Each apartment is connected to a wet central heating system, providing a more efficient heat source than electric panel heaters

Every apartment is fully furnished to a high standard with low maintenance in mind

from lower energy bills.This was driven through the buildings’ design and servicing strategy and the many sustainable features and technologies built into the scheme ensured the apartments would be more affordable for future occupiers on the rental market.

All of the apartments and communal areas are linked to a wireless computer network and monthly readings are taken for heating and hot water usage.The performance of the biomass boilers are also monitored on a monthly basis and Plumlife, the firm managing the apartments, also send regular satisfaction surveys to apartment tenants.

Pozzoni worked closely with sustainable insulation supplier, Rockwool, in reviewing the most appropriate insulation systems

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shell helped drive the decision to retain the buildings in lieu of demolition. “We were able to meet our aims through the features we put in place including significantly improved thermal regulation, enhanced acoustic measures and the specification of internal finishes with low VOCs, which assists in improving air quality.

We also infilled the balconies to increase the habitable floor area in each apartment which significantly enhanced the amount of natural daylight into the internal spaces.�

Another key priority for Pozzoni was to ensure that the finished buildings all benefitted

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Sustainability in Development

The apartments in the three towers will offer a saving of at least 28,000 tonnes of carbon over their lifetime

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As part of the buildings’ new design, Pozzoni included triple glazed aluminium windows

but also the right aesthetics for the scheme concept. By giving careful consideration to each of these elements, we were able to select the best features and specifications to improve the refurbished blocks that would continue to be effective long in to the future.”

The apartments have proved to be incredibly popular and all 192 apartments were fully let within two weeks of each block completing and being handed over.

The £17m high-profile scheme received a £7.9m build to rent loan from the Homes and Communities Agency, the first loan of its kind to be approved in the country. This loan was granted as the regeneration project met the criteria of providing a good quality, largescale development in the private rent sector.

The development also benefitted from £1m of Energy Company Obligation (ECO) funding from EDF Energy which allowed the biomass heating systems to be installed across the three apartment blocks.

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said: “Tribe was the first bespoke, single block ownership scheme to complete in the North West and has been a great success in terms of regeneration, design, occupier satisfaction and financial performance.”

Every apartment is fully furnished to a high standard with low maintenance in mind, designed to endure the rigours of everyday life. All bedrooms are fitted with built-in contemporary wardrobes and finished with floor-length, flame retardant, blackout curtains. Each apartment also has a media point with access to 1MB broadband available on occupation as part of the rental package.

With over 30 years’ experience, Pozzoni has built up an impressive portfolio of public and private sector developments including offices, industrial, education, retail, housing, leisure and care projects from its offices in Manchester and London.

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Due to the effectiveness of the design, the delivery of the scheme and the significant sustainability measures put in place, the apartments were also accredited with a BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ rating.

The Tribe scheme was made possible by a new collaborative partnership between Manchester City Council, Ancoats Residential Holdings and Rowlinson Construction, which regenerated the area and created 192 homes for local people.

Andrew said: “Due to the length of time the towers had been vacant before the refurbishment, they had become a serious social issue in the area, attracting vermin, social drug use and there were remnants of asbestos throughout the buildings, as well as other problems.

“The regeneration of the apartments has not only provided new sustainable homes in the heart of Manchester, but it has helped to significantly improve and breathe new life in to the local community.”

Pozzoni worked closely with Rowlinson Construction, the subcontractor team, supply chain and the BREEAM assessor at the Energy Council throughout the refurbishment process. This ensured that design decisions and specifications met sustainability and BREEAM criteria so that the ‘Outstanding’ rating could be achieved.

“By working closely with our BREEAM consultants, we ensured that we were reviewing and then specifying the most appropriate systems available at the time,” explained Andrew. “This included comparing fuel types as well as its present and future availability, carbon cost of the fuel, ease and availability of delivery and the size of each biomass boiler per site.

“We worked closely with sustainable insulation suppliers, Rockwool in reviewing the most appropriate insulation systems to achieve not only the desired target U-values and recycled content within the material,

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Voice of the Industry

We need to invest in an earlier education that encourages girls to design and build

Women in construction: changing perceptions Joint Managing Director of workplace consultant Saracen Interiors, Michael Page, believes that the industry, at large, needs to be considerably more proactive when it comes to upping the female quota of its workforce and, in doing so, it may well be able to address the current skill shortage in a far more positive manner.

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o we want to bring more women into the industry? It’s a blunt and challenging question to ask but then it needs to be.

Simply put, there aren’t enough women in the construction industry and there is a major skills shortage. If you address the first issue, you will, no doubt, be making steps towards resolving the other. It’s pretty crucial, therefore, that we pull out all the stops to attract more female candidates and bring them into the ranks.

We’ve got a scenario where there is a shortage of labour all around, particularly skilled labour. We desperately want new blood yet, perversely, we may be blocking access to the industry, in some form or another, to roughly half the potential candidates. Ours is an industry that doesn’t easily appeal to women and we need to look at, and address, the reasons why.

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Construction is still viewed as a predominantly male industry and a sexist one at that – despite the efforts of our best PRs. The general perception on the street has been that it’s a bit of a boy’s club and that the majority of the jobs involved are more suited to, and best filled by, men. Historically, the general consensus has been that women are not particularly encouraged, and could certainly be made to feel unwelcome and inadequate, if they attempt to pursue a career in the industry.

This perception may well be antiquated and past its sell-by date, but that doesn’t make it less true in some quarters. So, is the sexist tag born of a misconception, or are we all a little bit implicit in keeping the door pushed shut?

I think there are most definitely institutional assumptions made over the years, that are incredibly hard to shake

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Michael Page has been with the company for almost 20 years.

As a senior member of the team, he has helped launch the company’s three latest divisions: Saracen Small Works, Saracen Facilities Management and Saracen Move Management.

eg. a woman wouldn’t want to get her hands dirty; she’s not up to the job in the same way that a man is; and, once she’s had children, she’s not going to work as hard – although the latter example is a prejudice shared across many industries, unfortunately.

If we really want to make a difference and effect change then it’s up to all of us – each individual company, regardless of size – to make every effort to shake these assumptions and encourage a higher female ratio within the workforce. It really does lie in our hands.

There has been some movement to make changes in recent years. The construction industry has generally become more female-friendly, with more female professionals and skilled workers engaging at higher levels and in secretarial roles. However, there’s still a major gap

Voice of the Industry when it comes to construction sites, which remain male-dominated environments.

Statistics reveal that men make up almost 86% of the total workforce in construction and it’s estimated that on building sites, 99% of the workers are men.

This is pretty over-whelming.

No wonder then that various polls have been registered that reveal that the public at large and, most importantly, women consider the construction industry as likely to be a sexist environment. Other polls have gone further and revealed that this would be a fundamental negative and enough to put off a majority of female candidates.

Changing perceptions

The construction industry has generally become more female-friendly

Construction jobs need to be promoted in schools – and the earlier the better.

Children are influenced from the cradle by what society expects from a boy and what it expects of a girl – what is ‘the norm’.

Much has been made of this inherent sexism when it comes to clothes and toys and it’s proven that a lot of play from a very early age is divided between the sexes.

The influences have to start early and we need more female role models for a start. We don’t need a ‘Bob the Builder’; we need a Wendy to take on the title role and smash it instead. Similarly, we

Historically, the general consensus has been that women are not particularly encouraged if they attempt to pursue a career in the industry

need to invest in an earlier education that encourages girls to design and build and we need to visit children in their own environment and talk.

When it comes to secondary education, we need some leading female industry figures to pitch up in the schools and address the masses and, like any initiative, it needs to be driven through at Government level. We need politicians, including Government ministers, to get behind this and to campaign on behalf of the industry.

Finally, if the answer to the opening question is ‘yes, we do want more women in the industry’ – and it has to be! – then, as always, we need to take some responsibility ourselves and act.

Most of us have experienced first-hand the fall-out from the recession and the struggle with labour shortages, and it’s incredibly frustrating to know that potential female candidates are being turned off by the perceptions of the industry overall. In order to combat that, we can start by creating a workplace environment that has zero tolerance when it comes to sexism and then, get out there and try our hardest to recruit more female staff, including female apprentices.

If we start by creating the right environment then, when perception does eventually start to change a little bit, we can help to validate that change.

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Whichever way you cut it, there is one definite and fundamental truth – it’s the perception that truly counts. Much of the problem lies in the perception of a sexist environment rather than a sexist environment itself. We can change the environment, but if we don’t change public thinking then our efforts will count for nothing. We need to shift perception in order to make any head way – but where do you start?

Last year, the CITB conducted a poll of industry employers across the UK and its findings revealed that over three quarters believed increased career promotion in schools would help to improve opportunities for women. I’m definitely in there with that 75%.

‘Education, education, education’. I’m old enough to remember Tony Blair’s mantra back in the 90s and, when it comes to this conundrum for the construction industry, it’s never been more relevant.

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Doors & Windows

The key to successfully realising the benefits of building offsite is for partners in the supply chain to have design team involvement

WDH – awake to the benefits of building offsite Building infrastructure in the UK is under review again. The recently-created National Infrastructure Commission is due to deliver its first report shortly, and better insulation of homes is one of the areas it could address. Here, Mike Stevenson, Development Director of offsite fenestration specialist Sidey, talks about the company’s work with WDH in Wakefield through its in-house construction team, Homebuilder.

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he 39 dwellings built at Ripley Court are in fact a case study of how to access all the benefits that can be achieved through building offsite.

Mike takes up the story:“It was clear that WDH had an understanding of the value, to their residents, of building to a high specification, and understood how building offsite could deliver this for them costeffectively and in line with their timescales.

“Our involvement with the scheme at Ripley Court came from long-term discussions we had been having with the Homebuilder team about the benefits to be had from installing high specification windows in the factories of offsite manufacturers, with the time, costs savings and efficiencies in process which installing windows this way would bring.

“Through ongoing discussions, it became obvious that through collaboration with the

After having completed a more traditional site together, Sidey and Homebuilder were delighted to get involved with a true offsite scheme

right supply chain, using innovative low-risk solutions,WDH, Homebuilder and Sidey could deliver win-win results.We are both big on collaboration as the driver to maximise technical and supply chain efficiency, so after having completed a more traditional site together, we were delighted to get involved with a true offsite scheme.

“WDH brought other supply chain partners to the table with the same outlook and approach. It transpired that several of these companies had worked together on schemes for other clients.These companies included the foundation system, structural timber frame manufacturer and the air tightness specialist, along with Sidey.

“The key to successfully realising the benefits of building offsite is for partners in the supply chain to have design team involvement and WDH drove this, actively encouraging it from the outset, with all parties working with both their in-house design team and external architectural partners.

“The scheme benefitted from the discussions between ourselves, architects, timber frame manufacturers and the air tightness solutions supplier. It meant we could design and deliver the optimal specification to WDH without compromise. It was a true offsite development, rather than having to convert a previously designed ‘traditional build’ scheme to offsite construction.

“WDH adopted the innovations we suggested, following thorough due diligence to help realise the overall benefits.This included using our patented KitFix bracketing system, which enables windows to be fixed into the apertures of the timber frame panels at the offsite manufacturer’s premises.The windows are ‘contained’ within the panels in a transport position enabling the panels to be stacked, banded and transported to site as normal.

“The structures were wind and watertight.

Immediately the panels were erected allowing follow-on trades to commence earlier, while the windows being delivered in the panels meant there was reduced overall site traffic, reduced site attendance and reduced health and safety risks by removing the traditional impact of site delivery and manual handling of windows.

“Ripley Court is an ‘exemplar’ of what can be achieved when the client or developer drives a collaborative agenda. Others should look to this scheme as the benchmark for how to deliver outstanding technical performance and thermal efficiency, coupled with financial and delivery predictability.”

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Midlands Construction Summit

The Summit will explore how we can approach, and potentially resolve, issues such as the skills shortage, poor public perception and a lack of training and productivity

Discover how to tackle the construction crises Returning for 2016, the Midlands Construction Summit is to be held on 20th September 2016 at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry, and for the first time the Summit will be held alongside the Midlands Construction Expo. This year the Summit is to be based around three interlinked key themes: Image, Skills and Productivity.

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he skills shortage in the construction sector has become a major issue which looks set to continue for some time to come. Industry leaders have begun to consider and debate the reasons behind this ongoing crisis.Three major and recurring themes are emerging – a negative industry perception which impedes on the recruitment of a skilled labour force and in turn, reduces productivity.

A lack of training in the industry has been viewed as a major barrier in tackling productivity, with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) claiming that one of the solutions to resolving the skills shortage is a long-term training programme designed to engage with students from an early age and highlight the breath of opportunities within the construction sector.

Attracting more women into the industry is another area for focused engagement, but a clear strategy needs to be developed to resolve issues that have been highlighted.

UCATT reports that women make up only 11% of the construction workforce, with just 1% of women on site. Statistics also show that more than half (51%) of women in construction commented on a lack of

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promotion prospects; lower pay and feeling isolated in the workplace.

The domino effect Gender is not the only image issue facing the industry, as following mass redundancies

in the recession; figures indicate that many are simply not willing to return to construction. These three themes are all interlinked and have a domino effect.

A poor image of the industry creates a skills shortage as the young and upcoming generation are seeking more appealing career prospects. This results in poor productivity as the industry lacks the workers and resources to keep up with demand.

The Midlands Construction Summit will explore how we can approach, and potentially resolve, these issues.

Tickets cost just £95, plus VAT, and include: entry into the Midlands Construction Summit, entry into the Midlands Construction Expo, parking, lunch and refreshments throughout. For more information, or to book your place, please visit the Midlands Construction Summit’s website.

The Midlands Construction Summit is to be held on 20th September 2016 at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry

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Technical Focus

Covering all bases Chris Lloyd, Director of Flexcrete Technologies, discusses the most effective and cost-efficient waterproofing for basements.

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hen it comes to basement construction and the specification of waterproofing materials for basements, specifiers need to consider BS 8102:2009, the Code of Practice for Protection of Structures Against Water from the Ground. It outlines best practice when planning a basement waterproofing scheme, providing guidance on methods of dealing with and preventing the entry of water from the surrounding ground into

a structure below ground level, covering areas such as the use of waterproofing materials and structurally integral watertight construction.

Construction of basements has become more and more common, especially in densely populated areas such as London where land costs are high. BS 8102 was updated in 2009 from a previous version written in 1990, to reflect the increase in deep urban constructions and residential basement conversions.

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BS 8102:2009 defines four grades of basement, namely: 1. Basic utility (e.g. car parks and plant rooms excluding electrical equipment) 2. Better utility (e.g. plant rooms and workshops requiring drier environments than Grade 1) 3. Habitable (ventilated residential and commercial areas) 4. Special (archive storage) The Code of Practice also outlines three types of water-resistant construction and waterproofing methods: Type A - Barrier protection Type B - Structurally integral protection Type C - Drained protection Threats to the effectiveness of a basement waterproofing system include poor workmanship and defects caused by materials that are inadequate for the job. There are structural waterproofing products on the market that are classed as Type A systems and are designed to provide a completely dry internal environment, defined as Grade 3 within BS 8102. This optimum grade is for ventilated residential and commercial areas where no water penetration is acceptable.

Equally, these structural waterproofing products can be used as part of a combined waterproofing system, for example in conjunction with a Type C internal cavity drain system. BS 8102:2009 suggests that consideration should be given to the use of dual systems in areas of highrisk where the likelihood of leakage is high.

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The National House Building Council (NHBC) has produced a guide to basements and waterproofing which states that ‘basements should be constructed to ensure they are structurally robust, durable, able to resist water ingress and appropriate for their intended use’. NHBC requires basements which are to be used for habitable accommodation to be constructed to Grade 3. The publication states that whilst the number of claims relating to basement failures is relatively small, the organisation has had experiences

There are several examples of Monolevel RM being used in practice. One example is a commercial office building under construction in Manchester’s busy Spinningfields district.

The secant pile construction in the basement required a waterproofing system that was capable of resisting negative water pressure, even at critical points with upstands, floors and capping beams. Due to the large surface area, Monolevel RM was applied by wet spray techniques.As the product is fibre reinforced, it provides excellent tensile and impact strength, whilst preventing cracking. Its high bond strength exceeds the tensile strength of concrete and the physical properties of the cured material are similar to base concrete.

Another example is a refurbishment project at a major theatre in London’s West End.The streets around the theatre are washed every night, which had subsequently caused major water ingress problems in the basement.

A quick turnaround was essential, as the theatre was soon opening for a major new show. Monolevel RM was amongst a series of products chosen because of their speed of installation and reliability in ensuring a durable solution was achieved. Monolevel RM was applied to the complete surface of the walls in the stalls, bar and corridor areas to provide effective waterproofing.A major advantage to the waterproofing contractor was the ability to apply the Monolevel RM in a single coat with no need for primers, significantly reducing the project time over traditional waterproofing render systems.

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Construction of basements has become more and more common, especially in densely populated areas such as London

of individual claims costing up to £500k.

Products available for creating a Grade 3 environment include Monolevel RM, a prebagged cementitious render for structural waterproofing. It can be used as a complete one-coat render system for basement waterproofing, offering significant benefits over alternative products which require the application of multiple coats. As the contractor simply needs to mix Monolevel RM with water onsite and only needs to apply a single coat, there is no need to go to site several times and it can prove far more cost-effective for the end client. It can be applied in thicknesses ranging from 5-50mm, even on a vertical face, and is resistant to 7 bar positive and negative hydrostatic water pressure at just 10mm applied thickness. The NHBC’s advice is to only use waterproofing systems that have independent certification and Monolevel RM is CE Marked to EN 998-1 as a one-coat render (OC).

A useful publication to refer to is ‘Basements: Waterproofing – General Guidance to BS 8102:2009’ produced

by The Basement Information Centre.

It classifies the range of structural waterproofing products available into seven different categories, of which Monolevel RM falls into Category 7: Proprietary cementitious multi-coat renders, toppings and coatings. The design considerations detailed include the ability to be applied internally with no loading coat requirement, effectiveness against severe groundwater infiltration and easy application to difficult substrate profiles.

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CONSIDERATION OF NEED FOR REPAIR LEADING TO AN ALTERNATIVE DESIGN DIAGRAM COURTESY OF THE BASEMENT INFORMATION CENTRE

CAVITY PREVENTS ACCESS FOR REPAIR

DRAINAGE CHANNEL OR TYPE C WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TO LOWER RISK

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(A) STRUCTURE DESIGNED FOR WATER RESISTANCE (TYPE B)

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(C) REDESIGNING WITH THICKER WALL ENHANCES RESISTANCE AND ENABLES ACCESS FOR REPAIR

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Legal & Business Phillip Lamb is an Associate Director of MPW Insurance Brokers, having joined the company in 2005. He has specialised in insurance and risk management services for the construction industry since 1984 and has worked for a number of major insurers and global construction insurance specialists.

Is Joint Names insurance under threat?

Many in the insurance industry, and in particular in the construction sector, will have taken note of the recent Scottish Court of Session decision in the case of SSE Generation – v – Hochtief as it relates to the core principle of ‘Joint Names’ insurance. Phillip Lamb of MPW explains more.

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or many years, insurers specialising in insurance of construction and engineering works have been comfortable with the Joint Names insurance provisions for the works under NEC and JCT Forms of Contract.

Revisions to the JCT Forms of Contract over the years have established the principle of Joint Names insurance coverage and the basis of the hold harmless provisions that this effectively provides to the employer, contractor and any other party to the Joint Names policy.

Whilst there are of course differences between the NEC and JCT Contract Forms themselves, the fundamental concept of a Joint Names insurance cover remains constant and has certainly formed the basis of the insurance industry’s consideration of risk allocation and insurance/indemnity.

Insurers have long accepted that the named parties to the insurance are fully protected thereunder and there are no effective rights of recovery against a Joint Insured in respect of claims costs incurred, howsoever the loss might be caused, irrespective of causation, fault or negligence.

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Whilst this might seem inequitable in many eyes, a full and effective waiver of subrogation rights is in place and any insurance claim for loss or damage to the insured property would begin and end with the Joint Names’ insurers.

The decision in the case referred to does not necessarily alter the underlying nature of the Joint Names insurance, but opens up a much wider area of concern and potential uncertainty, regarding contractual claims under other clauses.

The decision essentially states that whilst the Joint Names insurance provisions prevail, it does not preclude any potential recovery under all other terms and conditions of the contract.

It is clear that if this is upheld (assuming that an appeal is a strong likelihood), then we may see contract provisions amended to provide an effective route of recovery through other clauses in the contract or by bespoke amendment.

The position could become even more difficult where the Joint Names insurance provisions extend to an existing building being worked upon, and loss or damage caused to that structure during the contract works being undertaken.

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For many years construction insurers providing public liability coverage, in respect of third-party properties being worked upon have been able to rely upon, an effective relief of any liability under their policy arising from loss or damage caused by the specified perils, even if their policy holder was negligent in causing damage to the third-party property.

Where the insurance policy is arranged for the contractor on an annual basis, the rate charged on the forecast turnover would ordinarily take into account the perceived risk allocation and a discounted premium would be derived as a result, where it was assumed that insurance was arranged by the employer on a Joint Names basis under contract.

This assumption could now be fundamentally undermined, and insurers might need to consider a different approach to rating and premium evaluation for risks in the future.

In summary, if the decision is upheld, if the logic is applied to JCT Contracts – this would certainly seem a possibility – or if the decision becomes a benchmark in contractual law in England and Wales, then the contract employer could well be advised to amend the provisions of the contract to allow an effective route of recovery against the contractor in respect of damage arising from his negligence or that of a subcontractor acting on his behalf.

This could potentially see the landscape change completely for the construction insurance market when considering the impact of Joint Names insurance provisions.

We must all now wait for further developments and see if this case does indeed deliver a decision that fundamentally alters the way in which construction insurance risks have been underwritten in the past and more importantly how they will be appraised in the future.

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Whilst there are of course differences between the NEC and JCT Contract Forms themselves, the fundamental concept of a Joint Names insurance cover remains a constant

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sourcing materials and creating features that would be in keeping with the building.

“From our experience of refurbishment projects in heritage buildings, our approach to addressing buildability issues within the design and our in-house joinery workshop in Whitstable were all critical to realising the design aspirations and delivering 67 Pall Mall.”

The scheme involved extensive remodelling of the existing building, while reimagining some of the original features.

The basement level has been converted to back of house facilities and glass washing.

It also provides an ideal environment for storing wine and the bank’s original vault has become the secure cellar for the club’s most precious bottles and those of its members.

ISG constructed a dumb waiter system featuring two hoists; an anti-vibration dumb waiter to carry wine up from the basement to the club and another to transport food from the lower ground floor kitchen to the members’ lounge on the ground floor.

In addition to a full commercial kitchen, the lower ground floor has been remodelled to include an events space that can also be

Pall Mall is no stranger to extraordinary buildings.

Even amongst its impressive peers however, 67 Pall Mall is something special.

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he former bank was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and features a Grade II listed facade and interiors of historical interest. Little wonder then that entrepreneurs and wine enthusiasts, Grant Ashton and Niels Sherry, should earmark the building’s rich history and ideal location for their new Private Members’ Wine Club concept.

Explains Grant: “My vision for 67 Pall Mall was to create a traditional private members’ club where members and their guests can taste some of the world’s finest wines, dine in style, store their own precious bottles in our climate-controlled cellar and learn more about wine through our wine events calendar.

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“Our brief to ISG was to make the concept work within the existing space, while using retained architectural features to inject new life into the building and maximise its character.”

Design development The strip out had already been completed when ISG became involved as the scheme’s fit-out contractor, but the design for the interior was still at concept stage.

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Members and their guests can taste some of the world’s finest wines

Re-use and replicate While ISG was not involved in the strip out, the company had ensured that all the original wood panelling and parquet

flooring was salvaged and retained. The oak panelling has been used throughout the ground floor lounge but reinstating it was far from simple.

Andy continues: “Remodelling the building to create an open-plan lounge on the ground floor meant that we had to carry out an extensive cut and carve exercise, and the wood panelling became a giant jigsaw, which our joinery department pieced back together again.”

The joinery team was also responsible for reconfiguring the layout of the salvaged parquet flooring, which has been installed in the library on the mezzanine level.

Meanwhile, new parquet flooring has been hand-crafted and aged to look original,

ensuring a good aesthetic match across the ground and lower ground floors.

In addition to using the expertise in its own workshop to deliver the very highest standards, ISG handpicked a supply chain of specialists from across the UK to deliver distinct elements of the build. The toilets feature bespoke wooden cubicles and privacy screens built by specialist joiners in Birmingham, while the existing ornate GRG plaster ceilings and large coffer ceiling on the ground floor required the attention of skilled restoration specialists.

Andy adds: “A building like this needs genuine attention to detail and our supply chain contacts were critical to the

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used as a gallery area, with private dining capacity for up to 60 guests. Meanwhile, the ground floor has seen the addition of a mezzanine at each end of the now openplan members’ lounge, maximising the potential of the building’s high ceilings.

On entering the building, members can opt to go either directly into the lounge or upstairs to the library on the mezzanine.

The southerly mezzanine, at the far end of the lounge, houses the club’s office areas, plant room and inclusive access toilet.

The ground floor has seen the addition of a mezzanine at each end of the now open-plan members’ lounge

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Design & Desire

The oak panelling has been used throughout the ground floor lounge

Precision and practicality A walk around the refurbished club quickly demonstrates the level of care that has been invested in creating the very highest standard of finish. ISG was responsible for a full FF&E package as part of the fit-out and, where the company’s own joinery team was not involved, the engaged specialists were the very best in their fields.

Grant adds: “We wanted beautiful handturned tables that would be in keeping with the surroundings and ISG took us to

The basement level provides an ideal environment for storing wine

Birmingham so that we could be involved in choosing the veneers. We felt involved in the scheme every step of the way.”

Not all of the specialist works were about glamour and tradition, however; ISG also had to tackle significant practical challenges due to the location and layout of the building. For example, a birdcage scaffold structure was erected on the ground floor to enable installation of the essential building services, with all plants brought into the building in component form through a window at the front of the property, and transferred across the scaffold to the rear mezzanine and rebuilt in the plant room.

Meanwhile to mitigate flood risk in the

basement 6m below ground, ISG excavated and installed a large underground sewage holding tank to provide 4-hour containment on site.

Andy concludes: “The location, the nature of the building and the goal of reinventing it to the quality standards of a bygone era were all key challenges of this scheme.

Our customer had a very clear vision of what they wanted to achieve and our team responded in the best possible way to deliver an outstanding private members’ club, entirely fit for the purpose of enjoying some of the world’s finest wines.”

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success of the end result. Meticulous planning was also essential because the skills we required are so scarce.”

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“Members and their guests can taste some of the world’s finest wines, dine in style and store their own precious bottles in our climate controlled cellar”

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation

The use of a green roof was always an important part of the design concept

Eco lodge to last a lifetime John McMullan from single ply roofing specialist, Firestone, discusses the specification and installation of a RubberGard EPDM Roof at an eco lodge at the Asha Centre in Gloucestershire.

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he word unique is overused and, often, overstated, but the Asha Centre in Gloucestershire is truly a place like no other.

The home of a charity that works for ‘the empowerment of young people, sustainable development and peace and reconciliation worldwide’, it is a place designed to inspire and encourage spirituality and collaboration across

political, cultural and religious boundaries.

The centre takes its name from a word that has multiple meanings across numerous Asian and Middle Eastern cultures, including the Sanskrit “eternal law”, the Avestan Persian “the righteous way” and the word for “hope” in several Indian languages.All of those meanings are apparent in the buildings and gardens that make up the Asha Centre.

Envirotek suggested Firestone’s 1.5mm RubberGard EPDM fully adhered single ply waterproofing membrane for the project

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The centre comprises a Georgian manor house and a number of refurbished outbuildings set in more than five acres of picturesque grounds on the edge of the Forest of Dean.The estate includes around 4.5 acres of biodynamic gardens, with numerous pathways and spaces for contemplation, where staff and volunteers cultivate plants, fruit and vegetables through a combination of traditional methods and hard work driven by the biodynamic agricultural philosophy that the earth is a living, sentient organism.

All of this provides a backdrop for youth activity programmes delivered free of charge in partnership with the EU Erasmus programme, adult education courses, volunteering opportunities and a number of sustainability, peace and spirituality programmes. Facilities within the centre can also be hired and it has become a popular venue as a retreat for organisations as diverse as yoga schools and bereavement charities.

Against this backdrop, it is no surprise that the latest development project at the Asha Centre seeks to create a new space for contemplation that connects holistically with the natural environment of the gardens while respecting the environment in its design and specification. This scheme is an eco lodge, located in the Asha Centre’s biodynamic gardens, and specification of Firestone’s RubberGard EPDM single ply roofing system as the waterproofing membrane beneath a green roof was part of a low environmental impact specification that aimed to deliver the Asha Centre’s goals both philosophically and aesthetically.

Natural light and materials Designed by Architect, Paul Thornton Building Design, the eco lodge at the Asha Centre is set within the gardens and has been created as an ideal base for meditation or nature watching.

It will also be used as an extra break out space for groups, courses and conferences.

A square-shaped timber frame building, the lodge features floor-to-ceiling windows on every facade in the style of an orangery with a gently pitched roof, topped by a rooflight lantern to ensure that natural light pours into the building at all times during the day and in any weather conditions.

The use of a green roof was always an important part of the design concept for the building because it is envisaged as an indoor space that is very much part of the centre’s outdoor environment.The design has been developed to deliver that goal both from the inside, where the building’s raised position and extensive glazing gives uninterrupted views of the gardens, and the exterior, where the natural colour palette, use of timber and a green roof helps it blend in with its surroundings.

Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Wood has been used extensively throughout the building, including timber framed windows and internal timber panelling on both the walls and floors.

The roof also has a plywood substrate and green roof specialist, Landmark Living Roofs, contacted environmentally-friendly flat roofing specialist, Envirotek, to advise on the specification of a warm roof system that would complement the environmentallyresponsible design, while providing excellent thermal and waterproofing performance.

Roof build-up

Envirotek began the green roof build-up by installing a vapour control membrane onto the plywood roof, followed by a rigid PIR insulation board

offers both excellent thermal performance and high compression strength to maintain performance, despite the weight of the green roof build-up.

The RubberGard EPDM membrane was then adhered to the insulation board using Firestone’s Bonding Adhesive. Firestone worked closely with Envirotek to calculate the layout of the EPDM membrane, ensuring optimised use of materials and minimising waste.Where joints were required, the membrane was laid with a 100mm overlap and

This scheme is an eco lodge, located in the Asha Centre’s biodynamic gardens

Firestone’s QuickSeam Splice Tape system was used to securely seal the joins.

The custom-made brackets used to support the green roof’s retaining angle were fixed to the edge of the roof and these were waterproofed using Firestone’s QuickSeam FormFlash, an uncured EPDM strip, which is factory laminated to QuickSeam Tape and used to flash the inside and outside of any corners, pipes penetrations or roof details.

Once installation of the waterproofing membrane had been completed, the green roof medium was installed by Landmark Living Roofs.

Sustainable specification The completed green roof will grow and change with the seasons, in harmony with the Asha Centre’s commitment to biodynamic principles.The use of an EPDM membrane, with a proven track record of root resistance and an expected service life of more than 50 years, will ensure that the building also delivers the Asha Centre’s sustainability goals, with an eco lodge that has been constructed and specified to last a lifetime.

As Neil Jones from Envirotek said: “The Asha Centre is a very special and peaceful place and the completed eco lodge reflects its natural surroundings with an attractive green roof that will remain waterproof for decades thanks to Firestone’s advanced EPDM technology.”

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Envirotek suggested Firestone’s 1.5mm RubberGard EPDM fully adhered single ply waterproofing membrane for the project.

With more than 1,500,000,000m2 of RubberGard EPDM waterproofing membrane installed on roofs worldwide, the system is proven across a wide range of environments and climates, from the icy temperatures of Alaska to the desert sun of the Arabian Gulf.

RubberGard EPDM is also widely used as part of both warm roof and green roof build-ups.

Lightweight and flexible, it has passed the FLL test for resistance to root penetration and can therefore be used in conjunction with extensive vegetation, giving the green roofing system a durable, reliable foundation.

What was unusual about this project, however, was that the green roof was being installed on a pitched roof design, so the roof build-up had to be designed to incorporate specially-made brackets to support the green roof medium and prevent any slippage.

Envirotek began the green roof build-up by installing a vapour control membrane onto the 120m2 plywood roof, followed by a 120mm rigid PIR insulation board, which

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Glass & Glazing

Transparent politics Simon Ellison, UK Head of Project Sales at Pyroguard, a leading manufacturer of fire-resistant glass, demonstrates how architectural design doesn’t have to be compromised by the implementation of toughened safety glass.

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t is the desire for openness, transparency and communication that has inspired the architectural design of Oxford University’s new Blavatnik School of Government (BSG) building, which utilises Pyroguard’s fireresistant glass.

Founded at the University of Oxford in 2010, the Blavatnik School of Government is the UK’s first school of government and exists to inspire and support better government and public policy around the world. Officially opened in 2016, the school’s stunning new building was designed by Herzog & de Meuron to support the mission of inspiring and supporting better government and public

policy around the world, while standing side by side with Oxford University’s best-known traditional architecture.

In order to successfully combine traditional architecture with symbolic representations of political openness and transparency, Pyroguard’s T-EI30/24-2 SWS VI has been combined with a low-iron 10.8mm sound control laminated counterpane to provide a solution with impressive visual appearance, high acoustic performance and fire safety performance.

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The high acoustic performance of Pyroguard’s fire safety glass means that the BSG building incorporates necessary sound requirements

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The new building was designed by Herzog & de Meuron to support the mission of inspiring and supporting better government and public policy around the world

into the building’s ethos.The circular central forum ensures that light is able to reach each of the surrounding lecture theatres, while this design also reflects the traditional courtyard formations of Oxford University’s other renowned buildings, such as the Radcliffe Camera and Sheldonian Theatre.

Not only does the BSG combine modern design and practicality with classic architectural features, its use of our T-EI30/24-2 SWS VI ensures that optimal light transmission is achieved within an open and transparent space. Furthermore, as a butt-joint system, the glass is installed using only a partial metal frame system, as opposed to the usual frame that completely surrounds the glass. It therefore achieves a far less interrupted vision, more in keeping with the architect’s original concept.

Further to the need for a light, open space, the high acoustic performance of Pyroguard’s fire safety glass means that the BSG building incorporates necessary sound requirements outlined by Building Bulletin 93.The T-EI30/242 SWS VI glass allows for an acoustic range of 40dB, up to which point it will dampen the noise of heated political discussions to a more comfortable level.This avoids the problem of echoed sound which can often make it difficult for users to hold conversations effectively in buildings where the glass does not fulfil acoustic requirements.

Of course, in addition to incorporating impressive aesthetics and comfortable sound management, Pyroguard’s main aim is to ensure people and property are protected if a fire occurs.We were approached by Waagner Biro to provide toughened, fire-resistant glass for the BSG project, and we were pleased to provide a solution which combined safety and design.

Pyroguard’s T-EI30/24-2 SWS VI provides 30 minutes of integrity and insulation in case of a fire.The glass is composed of three toughened layers of glass and two clear intumescent interlayers.This prevents the passage of flames, gas and heat for 30 minutes.This time is crucial in ensuring that building users are able to leave safely and without injuries in the event of a fire.

This was a rewarding project for everybody involved. In working for such a reputable institution, it was essential that we achieved a finished building that was as close to the architect’s vision as possible.

Glass is at the heart of Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government’s building and Pyroguard was able to guarantee an impressive visual appearance to emulate modern day politics, while also ensuring high acoustic performance and integrated fire safety performance.

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HVAC

Parkside Place comprises 40 high-spec, one, two and three-bed homes

With a strong focus on sustainability at the heart of the whole development, performance, efficiency and reliability were top priorities for Linden Homes

Luxury apartments warm to renewable heat A brand new luxury apartment complex in West London has been fitted with a range of air source and exhaust air heat pump systems from NIBE – providing residents with a cost-effective, sustainable and dependable supply of heating, hot water and ventilation.

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ocated directly opposite Ravenscourt Park on Goldhawk Road, in the desirable Hammersmith area of London, Parkside Place comprises 40 high-spec, one, two and three-bed homes.As well as the NIBE systems, the properties boast a range of other efficiency-enhancing measures – including state-of-the-art underfloor heating systems, highly durable, aluminium powdercoated double-glazed windows, and lowenergy LED lighting throughout.

Tasked with ensuring the complex met Code for Sustainable Homes Level Four standards, developer Linden Homes needed to find a reliable solution to efficiently meet the properties’ space heating and hot water needs, while simultaneously supplying

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sufficient ventilation for the well-insulated, new build homes. Providing residents with optimum efficiency and a comfortable indoor environment – as well as a system that would be both economical and easy to use – were also key considerations for the project.

Having specified NIBE products for previous developments,Alex Jordan,Technical Manager at Linden Homes, opted for NIBE F470 exhaust air heat pump (EAHP) systems for each of the development’s 23 single-level apartments.The remaining 16 split-level duplexes and one mews house were each fitted with an air source heat pump (ASHP) package system made up of an 8kW NIBE F2040 ASHP and a NIBE VVM320 combined water storage and controls unit.

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Alex explains: “With a strong focus on sustainability at the heart of the whole development, performance, efficiency and reliability were top priorities for us when it came to choosing the right heating systems for Parkside Place. Not only do the homes boast high levels of airtightness, they are also fitted with water-based underfloor heating throughout – making them ideally suited for heat pumps (which operate at similarly low flow temperatures). NIBE’s F470 EAHPs were just right for the smaller, single-level apartments, particularly as they offer the added benefit of keeping the homes properly ventilated – which is crucial given how wellinsulated they are.

“However, Parkside’s 16 duplexes and mews house are bigger than its standard apartments, and therefore have a higher heat demand, so the output provided by a NIBE F470 EAHP wouldn’t have sufficed. For this reason, we opted for 8kW NIBE F2040 ASHPs instead, as these are the perfect size for slightly larger domestic applications.

Conveniently, the duplexes’ terraces provided the necessary outdoor space to accommodate the external ASHP units.

We also coupled the ASHPs with compact, all-in-one NIBE VVM320 hot water storage and control units. All of the NIBE systems are now fully up and running, and are doing a great job of keeping the homes warm and comfortable.”

NIBE F470 EAHPs work by recovering warm stale air from inside a property’s ‘wet rooms’ (e.g. its kitchen and bathroom) and feeding this back to the heat pump via a ducting system. The energy from this air is then reused to heat the property and provide hot water. Once the heat pump has extracted the energy it needs from

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Alex Jordan, Technical Manager at Linden Homes, opted for NIBE F470 exhaust air heat pump systems for each of the development’s 23 single-level apartments

The units come complete with a stand (so they are not affected by snow/leaf build-up) as well as brackets for wall mounting. They also feature a built-in, heated condensate water tray and flexible heated waste water pipe to avoid any system freezing.

NIBE’s VVM320 is the perfect partner for NIBE F2040 ASHPs. A complete plug-andplay indoor unit, it is ideally suited to new build developments like Parkside Place, as its compact design means it takes up minimal space. The NIBE VVM320 features a stainless steel hot water cylinder, integrated buffer vessel, climate-controlled automatic shunt valve, self-regulating A-class design circulation pump and backup immersion heater. It also boasts intuitive, user-friendly controls and is compatible with NIBE Uplink – an advanced online monitoring tool that allows users to programme their heating and hot water setup remotely (via a computer, tablet or smartphone).

Robin Adderley, Sales and Marketing Director at NIBE, adds: “This project perfectly showcases the true versatility of renewable heating technologies. As well as fitting seamlessly with the sleek, luxury look and feel of the Parkside Place apartments, the NIBE exhaust air and air source heat pump systems are delivering consistent, readily available hot water, heating and even ventilation. What’s more, as word of the lasting financial and environmental benefits of heat pumps continues to spread in the UK and demand carries on rising, the fact that these homes already have heating systems fit for the future should add real value to them – making for an even smarter long-term investment.”

www.nibe.co.uk the recovered warm stale air, the used cold air is released outside and fresh air is drawn back into the building via a system of external wall vents. This mechanical ventilation system forms an essential part of the technology – providing a comfortable, healthy living environment for residents, and helping protect against issues like damp and mould.

Specified in the larger duplexes and mews house, NIBE’s MCS-accredited F2040 air source heat pumps are designed to meet 100% of properties’ heating power demand in the 5-16kW range. They feature high-end inverter technology for maximum efficiency, reliability and heating output all year round, and are available in three different outputs (8, 12 and 16kW) to suit individual requirements. For applications with even higher output needs, there is also the option to dock units together in a cascade system.

Providing residents with optimum efficiency and a comfortable indoor environment were key considerations for the project

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Fire, Health & Safety Vapours: Fog-like droplets of liquid can poison if inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

Toxic gases: The most common, carbon monoxide (CO), can be deadly, even in small quantities, as it replaces oxygen in the bloodstream. Hydrogen cyanide results from the burning of plastics, such as PVC pipe, and interferes with cellular respiration.

Phosgene is formed when household products, such as vinyl materials, are burned.

At low levels, phosgene can cause itchy eyes and a sore throat; at higher levels it can cause pulmonary edema and death.

SHEV systems to lead the way For years, European Building Regulations have stipulated the inclusion of Smoke and Heat Exhaust Ventilation (SHEV) systems, as a standard fire safety measure in new buildings. As the UK becomes increasingly inclined to follow suit, General Manager of Jet Cox, Chris Lister, looks at how the building industry needs to prepare for the already-growing number of SHEV specifications.

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n the basis that Europe is well-versed in the manufacture, installation and commissioning of SHEV systems, there seems little point in reinventing the wheel, when the UK can benefit from tried and trusted techniques. Since September 2006, Europe has required all SHEVs to be certified in accordance with DIN EN 12101-2 and whilst a number of UK manufacturers already work to these standards, Jet Cox has its history firmly rooted in Germany, where the inclusion of SHEV units is compulsory in all cases where Building Regulations require a natural smoke vent. As such they boast a long and successful track record of SHEV installations both across Europe and the UK, in accordance with these standards.

Why the need for SHEV systems?

The greatest immediate danger to the occupants of a large building in the event of a fire comes from the smoke rather than the heat of the fire. Only 20% of fire deaths in the UK are caused by burns. Worryingly, 61% of UK fire deaths are caused by smoke inhalation or injuries involving smoke

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The principal aim of SHEV systems is to lead smoke, gases and heat out of burning buildings, whilst also keeping escape routes free of smoke and toxic fumes. They also help in keeping passages clear allowing emergency services to enter safely and to tackle the fire in its early stages.

SHEVs are a significant component of a building’s safety strategy, therefore correct commissioning and maintenance of the system is absolutely crucial to ensure that it operates correctly in the case of emergency. By drawing on the success of Europe’s experience and renowned buildquality, UK building planners, designers and SHEV manufacturers can now work together to produce some of our safest, healthiest buildings.

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The principal aim of SHEV systems is to lead smoke, gases and heat out of burning buildings

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inhalation. Even a small fire can rapidly fill a large building with smoke to an extent where people escaping the building cannot seem to find the escape routes and can be overcome by smoke inhalation.

It is the responsibility of the building owners, designers, developers and all of its stakeholders to ensure steps are taken to reduce the risk of fire and if fire does occur, that its occupants are suitably protected.

Often smoke incapacitates so quickly that people are overcome and can’t make it to an otherwise accessible exit. The synthetic materials commonplace in today’s buildings, produce especially dangerous substances. As a fire grows inside a building, it will often consume most of the available oxygen, slowing the burning process. This ‘incomplete combustion’ results in toxic gases. Smoke is made of components that can each be lethal in its own way: Particles: Unburned, partially burned, and completely burned substances can be so small they penetrate the respiratory system’s protective filters, and lodge in the lungs. Some are actively toxic; others are irritating to the eyes and digestive system.

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Safety & Health Expo Preview Safety & Health Expo offers the latest technologies and services to help the profession remain compliant and stay up-to-date

Safety & Health Expo provides an ideal opportunity to trial and test e-learning services, personal protective equipment, fire protection solutions, lifting and handling aids and more.

The latest innovations and product launches will be unveiled from companies including Arco, Draeger Safety UK, Skyguard, The Safety Knife Company, Ultimate Ear Protection and more. The product trail will help guide you to these latest products as they’re launched at the show.

Keynote addresses from Colonel Tim Collins OBE, Kate Adie OBE and James Cracknell OBE – inspirational speakers who have all shown grit and determination in the face of adversity – will headline a packed programme of 80 hours of CPD-accredited seminars.

A programme of sector-specific case studies, best practice, training and legislative updates will take place in the six theatres at the Safety & Health Expo, including the Keynote Theatre, Occupational Health Theatre, Lone Worker Theatre, Fleet Safety Theatre, FPA Fire & Evacuation Theatre, and the Training and Careers Zone.

PPE and the Professional Clothing Show

Help transform the health and safety profession from compliance to engagement this summer, with three days of exceptional keynote speakers, exhibitors and networking opportunities at ExCeL London.

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rom 21st to 23rd June, Safety & Health Expo, the UK’s leading health and safety event, returns to London as part of UBM EMEA’s Protection & Management Series, the UK’s largest event dedicated to protecting and managing property, people and information.

As the only place in the UK where all key health and safety associations, manufacturers and distributors come together with industry leaders, Safety & Health Expo offers the latest technologies and services to help the profession remain compliant and stay up-to-date.

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the doors at Safety & Health Expo in 2015, and 2016 promises to be an even bigger event with over 300 stand-out suppliers attending including Evac + Chair International, Cirrus Research, Safety Media, ATC Risk Management Services, RRC International and Praxis42, amongst many others.

Education, education, education A big challenge that many health and safety professionals face day-to-day is that of staying compliant and up-to-date with the latest health and safety legislative changes, as well as implementing effective health and safety training solutions.

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Awards and achievements As well as being the key event for health and safety professionals to ensure they’re upto-date with critical health and safety issues, Safety & Health Expo is also an opportunity to celebrate all the fantastic projects and accomplishments from the last year.

Both RoSPA and the BSIF will host prestigious awards ceremonies within Safety & Health Expo, with RoSPA celebrating 60 years of driving up safety standards at its Occupational Health & Safety Awards on 21st June and the BSIF also celebrating its Excellence Awards that highlight exceptional customer service and product innovation within the industry.

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The exciting addition of the Professional Clothing Show this year will create the most comprehensive offering for PPE, workwear and corporate clothing within the UK, with leading companies from across the industry already confirmed to participate including Tranemo, Cintas, Dimensions, Portwest, Hunter Apparel, Sugdens and Keela International, to name a few.

The Professional Clothing Show will sit at the heart of Safety & Health Expo alongside the popular SHE Live! Platform, a dedicated catwalk showcasing a range of new personal protective equipment, workwear and corporate clothing products as well as live demonstrations from key suppliers.

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Housing 2016 Preview In addition to the main housing conference there are many other additional informative features at Housing 2016

there will be a session on eight years after the global financial crisis from Simon Rubinsohn, Chief Economist, RICS. In addition to the main housing conference, there are many other additional informative features at Housing 2016.

New for 2016 is the Housing Management Theatre, where delegates will focus on the more practical side of key issues facing the sector such as income management, resident involvement and estate regeneration.

Health, Housing & Social Care conference

Celebrating 100 years of Housing Housing 2016 is Europe’s largest housing event. From 28 to 30th June, housing professionals from across the UK and beyond will converge on Manchester for three jam-packed days covering all things housing.

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alling just days after the EU referendum, there’ll be a lot to talk about with big changes both within and outside the industry affecting the way we operate in the future.

2016 is going to be a huge year for housing.

How will the sector deal with the affordable housing rent reduction, the extension of right to buy and deregulation – and what does the future hold? How do we improve the ‘housing’

brand? Join Housing 2016 in its centenary year to explore the biggest questions our industry is facing and make sure you’re at the heart of the debate at Housing 2016.

Speakers include Andrew Rawnsley, Chief Political Commentator, The Observer and Isabel Oakeshott, Panellist, Sunday Politics Shows who will share their thoughts on what the future policy and legislative environment will look like. In addition,

Delegate of the Future Following its very successful launch in 2015, Delegate of the Future returns. To ensure younger housing professionals from all housing disciplines have the chance to explore new ideas and hone their thinking, this groundbreaking initiative will see up to 1000 housing staff, who have yet to attend the sector’s flagship annual event in Manchester, offered a free conference pass for Thursday 30th June at Housing 2016.

Back by popular demand, this year’s treehouse fringe will once again provide a platform of innovative sessions delivered through the art of drama, music, debates and networking. The fringe will be located on the exhibition floor and is free to attend for all delegates and visitors.

2016 also sees the launch of a new partnership with the CPD Certification Service which means all sessions at Housing will be CPD-certified, so everyone who attends the sessions can use the hours as part of their CPD requirement.

As usual the week will be kicked off on the Monday evening with the welcome to Manchester dinner, incorporating the Housing Heroes’ awards.This year’s event will be hosted by Broadcaster,Author and former MP, Gyles Brandreth. In addition to programme content, the exhibition promises to be busier than ever with over 300 suppliers present and taking part in a series of informative seminars through the Ideas Exchange.

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Attending Housing 2016 will be the most useful three days housing professionals will spend out of the office

Returning to Manchester and aimed at professionals from social care, local authorities, extra care and housing, this conference will be focusing on solutions around the integration of health and housing and Housing 2016 will be inviting organisations to showcase the good work they are doing in this area.This year the conference will run alongside the main programme on all three days and will be fully accessible to all delegates at Manchester.

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Heating and ventilation solutions to meet local authority and social housing requirements At the Chartered Institute of Housing’s 2016 exhibition, Johnson & Starley is exhibiting a comprehensive range of heating and ventilation products that meet the needs of housing associations, local authorities, housebuilders and contractors.

Housing professionals involved in the specification of energy-efficient H&V solutions will be able to discuss specific project requirements with a company that has unrivalled experience in this market through countless installations of warm air heating, gas condensing boilers and ventilation products.

Johnson & Starley’s warm air heating range, for example, has traditionally been the most important element of the company’s expertise, with local authorities and social housing providers continuing to specify successive generations of these reliable, highly efficient units.The latest WarmCair condensing warm air heaters, with thermal efficiencies of up to 98%, combine high energy efficiency with low running costs, low NOx emissions and low operational noise levels.

Gas-fired QuanTec condensing boilers are also now being widely specified for both new

build and refurbishment projects, with the design of the highly energy-efficient QuanTec HR28C, with Integral Passive Flue Gas Heat Recovery (PFGHR), condensing combi boiler particularly popular.

The housing market continues to specify Johnson & Starley’s highly-efficient ventilation technology for new build and refurbishment applications.Today’s new housing developments are noteworthy for their high levels of insulation, which has the adverse effect of increasing the risk of condensation and mould growth.This can lead to potentially unhealthy living conditions and increase the risk of damage to the building’s fabric.

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CPD Focus

Hambleside’s GRP roofing systems and how they differ CPD seminar Hambleside Danelaw offers a RIBA-approved CPD seminar analysing glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) and its use in flat roofing. The seminar covers the history and development of GRP. With many environmental benefits, GRP is safe to use in greywater systems, easy to repair and at the end of its long service, is recyclable.

The material is durable, easy to install, sustainable and aesthetically pleasing. The CPD guides architects through the production of GRP, and how a component-based system is fitted. The seminar compares this to typical ‘wet-lay’ GRP roofing systems, looking at the laying process and the difference in finish. * sales@hambleside-danelaw.co.uk

( 01327 701907 8 www.hambleside-danelaw.co.uk

Brush up on the latest developments with Crown Paints’ CPD package As a trusted partner for the specification sector, Crown Paints offers a range of services to support and inform property and architectural professionals.

Included in this suite of services are a series of CPD modules, developed to offer a broad

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brush overview across a range of subjects including safety, the environment and colour and aesthetics. Entitled ‘Different shades of green – delivering paint sustainability,’ the presentation pays particular focus to paint and coatings and looks at issues including BREEAM, issues with standardisation, products helping to extend maintenance cycles, carbon foot printing, the integrated approach to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. * info@crownpaintspec.co.uk

( 0330 024 0310 8 www.crownpaintspec.co.uk

Wetroom Design and Specification CPD from CCL Wetrooms The Wetroom Design & Specification CPD from CCL Wetrooms guides architects through the process of designing and specifying a watertight wetroom.The free, 45-minute technical presentation can be organised at a time and venue to suit attendees and covers the key considerations of designing and specifying a wetroom.This includes wetroom design and layout, waterproofing, drainage, floor build-up and installation.

To complement these sessions, CCL has recently unveiled a new contemporary website, designed to provide architects, specifiers and housebuilders with comprehensive technical information to aid the wetroom specification process for their clients. * cpd@ccl-wetrooms.co.uk

( 0844 327 6002 8 www.ccl-wetrooms.co.uk

Polyflor refreshes vinyl flooring CPD offering for 2016 Polyflor has announced the launch of three new CPD seminars approved by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Society of British and International Design (SBID).

The three informative seminars on the subject of specifying vinyl flooring can be delivered

by Polyflor representatives throughout the UK free of charge. Polyflor’s CPD offering includes updated sessions on the Specification of Vinyl Floorcoverings, Specification of Safety Vinyl Floorcoverings and a new seminar – the Specification of Dementia-Friendly Flooring.

The hour-long SBID and RIBA-approved CPD seminars cover the different types of vinyl floorcoverings and their applications, relevant industry standards, installation and maintenance. * cpd@polyflor.com

( 0161 767 1111 8 www.polyflor.com/cpd

SIMONSWERK Specification of Hinges CPD

SIMONSWERK’s RIBAapproved CPD on the Specification of Hinges will provide architects with the technical knowledge for specifying the correct hinge for the right application. The presentation offers guidance on door specification, legislation, building regulations, fire and safety in use, CE Marking –

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MANDEC – and the Equality Act. SIMONSWERK has over 35 years’ experience in the manufacture of high-quality brass, aluminium and stainless steel hinges for doors, windows and conservatories. Ranges include the outstanding fully concealed TECTUS system and the increasingly popular TRITECH solid brass hinge with concealed bearings and a load capacity of up to 160kg. * sales@simonswerk.co.uk

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CPD in the workplace Ronacrete’s RIBA-approved CPDs in the workplace include: Guide to Specifying Modified Screeds, SuDS Compliant Permeable Paving – Resin Bound Surfacing Systems, Concrete Repair & Protection to BS EN 1504,Waterproofing Below Ground Structures to BS 8102:2009 and Guide to Specifying Screeds with Underfloor Heating – which offers guidance on how to specify modified screeds successfully.The SuDS Compliant Permeable Paving CPD offers guidance on the importance of SuDS compliant permeable paving systems.

The Concrete Repair and Protection to BS EN 1504 CPD offers guidance on the correct methods of carrying out concrete repairs and what can be done to avoid future issues.

As with any RIBA-approved CPD, a certificate can be issued on completion. * tech@ronacrete.co.uk

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As well as the main entrances in to the atrium, GEZE installed automatic sliding doors positioned on either side of the pod providing access to the historic library and town hall

GEZE UK is ahead of the curve with the Library Walk Link Manchester’s stunning new elliptical Library Walk Link was designed to connect two of the city’s historic buildings – it needed doors that not only allowed people to enter and exit with ease, but reflected the dramatic glass architecture.

GEZE’s energy-efficient Slimdrive SC was chosen for its sleek appearance and versatility, as it can be tailored to bespoke radii and door dimensions

EZE UK was appointed by Waagner Biro to install Slimdrive SC automatic, curved sliding doors to create the two main entrances into the Library Walk Link, as well as four Slimdrive SL NT automatic sliding doors providing access into Manchester’s library and town hall.

The Link building echoes the curve of the passageway and features 26 glass panes, 7.4m-high. Perhaps the most spectacular feature is the rooftop sculpture of a cloud formation created from 30 tons of mirrorpolished stainless steel.The overall effect is one of maximum light and space into the impressive atrium.

To reflect the unique curve of the building, two gently curved, automatic, bi-parting sliding glass doors were installed at either end of the building. GEZE’s energy-efficient Slimdrive SC, a curved automatic door operator, was chosen for its sleek appearance and versatility as it can be tailored to bespoke radii and door dimensions, as well as meeting the highest efficiency and quality standards.

The doors are open to the public between the hours of 6am and 10pm, enabling the public to use the passageway as a thoroughfare, but they, and a gate at the end of the passageway, are locked at night for security.

As well as the main entrances into the atrium, GEZE installed automatic sliding doors positioned on either side of the pod providing access to the historic library and town hall.

Here, Slimdrive SL NT drives were chosen to provide consistency of design throughout.

Both the Slimdrive SC and the Slimdrive SL NT automatic operators are part of GEZE UK’s popular Slimdrive range.The operators are just 7cm-high, allowing the head track to be mounted discretely and partially concealed within the soffit detailing/facia. Designed to be virtually silent in operation, the Slimdrive range is ideal for glass doors.

Kaz Spiewakowski, Managing Director of GEZE UK, said:“This is a truly spectacular architectural design that combines a glass facade with a sculptural stainless steel ‘cloud’ roof.The effect is truly unique and we are delighted to have been given the opportunity to work on such a prestigious project.

“From initial design right through until installation, we worked closely with Waagner Biro to provide an entrance solution that would transform the architect’s vision into a reality. I think it’s fair to say that this is exactly the type of project that the Slimdrive SC automatic curved sliding entrances were made for.”

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New additions to Urban Front range With the new season comes exciting new products and developments from Urban Front. The company’s stunning new finishes include beautiful bronze with a new set of handles to match, offering options to introduce the trend for warmer colours onto your door with matching hinges and escutcheons.

The newest addition to Urban Front’s range is The Form for a more traditional take on its contemporary doors with Victorian/ Georgian squares to depict paneling. The

Form is a great option for houses that need a more classic appearance. In order to achieve larger looking and ‘secret doors’, the company has introduced its flush doors

that have no visible frame jambs or sections where they meet a boarded panel above or to the side of the door. These doors are also flush with the frame jambs and always come in the e80 range. Bespoke tech solutions include fingerprint entry and smartphone control.

Urban Front is also extremely excited about its extra large bespoke doors which are even bigger, going to a whopping 1500mm wide and up to 3000mm high.

These are great when you really want to make a statement.

Last but not least, say goodbye to ugly pet flaps with seamless and near invisible solutions that offer improved Passive House security.

8 www.urbanfront.com * info@urbanfront.co.uk ( 01494 778787

Levolux touches down at the ESA

The £12m Roy Gibson building, which will host the European Space Agency’s (ESA) UK branch, has been fitted with a solar shading solution, courtesy of Levolux. Located on the Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, the 4500m2 building includes a fully automated solar shading solution. Levolux developed the solar shading and screening solution which has been applied internally and externally. A combination of external Venetian blinds and curved aerofoil fins have been incorporated into the facade, providing shade to office areas, the reception and conference wing. Overall, Levolux supplied and installed 411 external, motorised Venetian blinds, XL screening louvres, HP50 ventilation louvres, 477 internal roller blinds and Levolux’s 780 manual roller blinds. * info@levolux.com

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Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems completes Prodrive HQ

Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems has completed a new build project for Prodrive’s new headquarters in Banbury. Prodrive, best-known for motorsport, relocated its HQ to a larger facility next to the M40. Comar 5P.i. Top Hung and Casement thermally efficient, polyamide insulated windows were specified, alongside Comar 6 stick build curtain walling, which was selected due to its slim 50mm profile. Comar 7P.i Pivot Commercial door sets are a natural choice. They have been designed for applications where high traffic solutions are required. All Comar systems were finished in a dual colour, using RAL 9010 White Matt internally, and RAL 7000 Grey Matt for the external facade. * projects@parksidegroup.co.uk

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REHAU marks 25 years with BSI Kitemark

Lorraine Balch, Certification Manager at BSI, made a trip to the REHAU stand at the FIT Show to congratulate the company on continuously holding its BSI Kitemark for 25 years. REHAU’s UK Chief Executive, Martin Hitchin, and Quality Manager, Mark Gajda, received a certificate from Lorraine to mark what is a very significant achievement. Speaking at the presentation, Lorraine said: “The whole team at REHAU windows should be very proud to have reached this 25 year anniversary.They have shown real dedication to retaining the Kitemark throughout the rigorous programme of annual checks, and to retain it for 25 years is a huge achievement.”

8 www.rehau.uk * irene.smith@rehau.com ( 01989 762600

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The atrium houses Vicaima Dekordor 3D entrance doors on every floor, attributing to the striking environment

Vicaima turns on design flair at Electricity House Vicaima’s innovative door designs have been featured prominently in a landmark city centre project for Crest Nicholson, which sees a modern apartment complex created in a former 1930s iconic utility building.

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lectricity House has stood at the very heart of Bristol city centre since its construction in the late 1930s and was perhaps best-known as the home of the South West Electricity Board.

Designed by Architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who also famously created the much-loved red telephone box, this building has commanded attention for generations.

With its Portland stone facade and magnificent curved frontage, the building embodies the grace of the Art Deco era. Now, this bygone treasure has taken on a new lease of life following its lovingly reimagined and inspired regeneration by quality developer, Crest Nicholson.The company has created a luxury living space by blending period charm with contemporary interior design.

Vicaima grooved Satin White in the Easi-Fit door kit was selected inside the apartments and penthouses

Of course, inspired design requires inspirational products, and so Crest chose Vicaima to enhance the apartment entrance doors with Dekordor 3D Portaro matching door and frame systems.This was further augmented by surrounding and matching wall panelling, which incorporated distinctive backlit apartment numbering.

Performance was to client requirements which included certified FD30 fire doors with a roller lock and eye viewer. Dekordor 3D provides a horizontal and highly tactile grain effect and Crest selected 3D Grey finish to provide the perfect tonal contrast to the wall and floor covering. 3D Grey was also chosen for the communal areas, including the striking and visually dominating atrium area, where occupants can enjoy a panoramic view of multiple floor levels, displaying Vicaima doors at every level.

Inside the apartments and penthouses themselves,Vicaima Satin White doors with Easi-Fit frames were selected.These ultrasmooth, white lacquered doors provide a luxurious look and feel at every turn and fit perfectly with the superior build quality synonymous with this project.

The design has been further embellished with the addition of a refined groove pattern, which was also carried through onto the architraves to add yet another design element.

Overall, the project is a fine example of regeneration at its best and Vicaima products are sure to grace this reincarnation for generations to come.

Vicaima offers an extensive range of innovative design options with fire, acoustic and security performance for luxury housing and modern apartment living space.

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High wind load capacity and resistance to driving rain makes the PST automatic door ideal for exposed locations

New energy-efficient automatic door delivers ultimate performance Gilgen Door Systems has launched a new energy-efficient automatic door which overcomes the design limitations often associated with thermally insulated products, delivering a solution which is both elegant in appearance and efficient in operation.

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he Gilgen PST <green wings> sliding door comes with low-profile, slimline looks and offers outstanding energy performance, expressed as U-values, enabling entrances to be built sustainably without compromising design.

The technologically-advanced Gilgen SLX-M drive system and energy-efficient PST door profiles combine to form a single unit.As part of the Gilgen <green wings> automatic door range, this combination provides a robust thermal barrier with a low visible profile similar to a standard automatic door.The design of these doors, with their thermally separated profiles combined with double or triple glazing (up to 38mm thick), goes far beyond that of conventional sliding doors – both in terms of function and design; with the compact drive mechanism and slim profiles being well-matched to the straight lines of today’s modern architecture.

Maximum heat insulation, low investment costs With system U-values of 1.1 to 1.8, depending on the configuration, these automatic doors fulfil the exacting demands

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of architects, specifiers and building owners in a world where energy efficiency and sustainability are a growing concern.

Fast operation and smooth opening and closing alone help these doors to create energy savings and reduce utility costs as they efficiently separate warm and cold areas. Independent test evidence provides proof of the low U-values and low air permeability to match. Furthermore, high wind load capacity and resistance to driving rain makes the PST automatic door ideal for exposed locations, where buildings require good heat insulation and a convincing CO2 balance.

The Gilgen PST system is designed to BS EN16005 standards and is available in single or two leaf bi-parting configurations for 700-3000mm openings. An extensive range of options adds value to the finished solution. Optional features include: glazed overhead panels, an emergency exit function and a multi-point ‘Fluveri’ locking system integrated into the door leaf. Doors situated in very exposed locations can also be equipped with bottom guide rails with drainage to prevent water ingress.

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The Gilgen PST <green wings> sliding door comes with low-profile, slimline looks and offers outstanding energy performance

This energy-efficient automatic door offers one further benefit; not only does it save energy, but it also comes with an attractive price helping to provide a great return on investment. Doors and entrance ways are one of the areas of biggest heat loss in a building, but through a comprehensive range of thermally insulated automatic doors and industrial doors from Gilgen, architects and specifiers can dramatically improve building energy efficiency and environmental performance whilst reducing utility costs.

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ESG sheds light on Base Soccer’s London offices Base Soccer, based just off of London’s Oxford Street, is one of the UK’s premier football agencies, working with some of the Premier League’s biggest names across Europe. With its offices situated on the first floor of a Central London office block, natural light transmission into the offices was very limited, creating a very dark environment.

When an office redesign was commissioned, a key part to the brief was to make as much use of natural light as possible, in as much of the office as possible. Yet at the same time, providing the levels of discretion and privacy that the company’s clients require.

The initial designs were for the meeting rooms to be situated on the side of the building with the main windows – this would allow natural light transmission through these meeting rooms into the main reception area.

To allow this light transmission, glass partitions were added to divide the areas and

provide an acoustic barrier.Traditional blind options were looked at, along with curtain options. It was decided that neither of these options would suit such a modern design.

This is when ESG was approached to create a fully bespoke solution. Three separate areas of 12mm switchable glass were installed to the reception area, totalling 16m. One office and two meeting rooms were installed with the glass, with a single, four button, wireless remote control switching each area off and on independently. ESG Switchable has provided a ‘wow’ factor for all that visit the office.

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Crittall Windows: style and function for hotel projects

Crittall Windows, in partnership with Firmdale Hotels, has produced a brochure to illustrate the upmarket projects that can be achieved using high-quality steel windows, screens and doors. Crittall products meet the architectural specification and design of hotels, restaurants and leisure centres.The 18-page ‘coffee table’ brochure presents ‘rooms with a view’, a collection of colour photos taken from Firmdale’s hotel portfolio.The brochure offers a tour of the hotel company’s properties and the Crittall windows chosen for each project. Crittall’s partnership with Firmdale, a company recognised for its collection of boutique hotels, began several years ago with the hotelier’s first new build project, London’s Soho Hotel. * hq@crittall-windows.co.uk

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Small and mighty – GEZE UK launches a tiny powerhouse GEZE UK’s Levolan 120 belies its modest appearance – the slimline fitting can effortlessly move internal doors up to 120kg.

It has twice the load-bearing capacity of Levolan 60, which won the Plus X Award and was named the Best Product of 2014, in its category. Its sleek track, which is 50mm-high, includes integrated derailing protection and can be conveniently installed from the front.Additional safety is provided by the Levolan 120 SoftStop draw-in damping device, which can be incorporated into the track.The sliding door leaves are guided into their end position with little possibility of anything hitting the frame or risk of fingers being trapped. * info.uk@geze.com

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Innovative windows, doors and screens from Clement

Clement manufactures an innovative range of steel windows, doors and screens for both private residences and commercial projects.The company provides a complete service, from the provision of technical drawings through to manufacture, installation and after-sales support, whether your project is a traditional restoration project, one involving listed buildings or conservation areas, or a new build.With Clement Windows you can expect technologically advanced, yet low-maintenance steel windows which will last for many years.

Clement also manufactures a selection of conservation rooflights, available from stock in either a tile or a slate profile.

8 www.clementwindows.co.uk * info@clementwg.co.uk ( 01428 738243

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Marlon Clickfix1040 from Brett Martin proved the most adaptable solution for Belfast Waterfront and ensured a fast and straightforward installation

Brett Martin clicks coloured facade into place at Belfast Waterfront For what is one of Belfast’s most important civic buildings, the transformation of the Belfast Waterfront has seen the creation of a stunning, new £29.5m extension which has doubled the size of the existing facility and features a semi-transparent and colourful facade to form a dynamic frontage to the waterfront.

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he 7000m2 extension features two interconnecting multipurpose halls and has been designed by Todd Architects and built by McLaughlin and Harvey, in collaboration with McAdams Design. In an attempt to regenerate the river frontage and re-establish the building’s connection with the Lagan River, a key design consideration for the public-facing facades was the incorporation of high-quality materials used to create a building of high architectural quality. Brett Martin’s innovative and thermally efficient glazing system Marlon Clickfix 1040 played a vital role in achieving this aim, whilst helping the extension establish its own identity.

The building’s 150m-long riverfront facade was wrapped with over 1750m2 of multiwall polycarbonate, with many panels approximately 14m in length. For a glazing system which would not only maximise daylight, but also offer exceptional air tightness, durability and UV stability, Marlon Clickfix1040 from Brett Martin proved the most adaptable solution and ensured a fast and straightforward installation for roofing and cladding contractor,Thornton Roofing.

Colourful elevations Another key consideration for this project was the colour of the glazing panels, with Brett Martin creating a palette of seven colour

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samples in a range of tint variations.These were installed at a high-level onsite to allow the design team to decide on three completely new colours – petrol, viola and glass green – which were each extruded in two different intensities, creating a graduated flow of colour along the elevation.

“The use of Marlon Clickfix 1040 polycarbonate glazing panels enabled us to create a stunning variation in colour and transparency, so that the facade almost changes during the day, depending on how the light hits the building,” comments Peter Minnis, Director at Todd Architects.“Combine this with the fact that Marlon Clickfix 1040 offered us a full-height 14m panel and it is manufactured locally, this made it an ideal choice for the prominent riverfront facade.”

Offering high levels of light transmission, the polycarbonate panels provide naturally diffused daylight.

Central to the Marlon Clickfix1040 system is the lightweight polycarbonate panel with integral interlocking connections that simply click into place, forming glazed areas of unlimited sizes and shapes.The 40mm structured polycarbonate glazing panel has 10 insulating walls to achieve a U-value of 0.99 W/m²K, for a high-performing and thermally efficient glazing solution. It also has a choice of thermally broken aluminium glazing bar systems, depending on the application.The

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Petrol, viola and glass green colours were each extruded in two different intensities, creating a graduated flow of colour along the elevation

Marlon Clickfix VF glazing bar system has been specifically developed for vertical installations such as facades, partitioning, rainscreens and vertically glazed northlights, whilst Marlon Clickfix RL has been designed for use in lowpitch rooflights and canopies.

Marlon Clickfix1040 provides high-quality natural light, superior thermal insulation and UV protection. In addition to the impact resistance, resilience and structural strength that is inherent in all of Brett Martin’s highperformance polycarbonate sheet products, it is also lightweight and easy to handle.

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Marlon Clickfix1040 proved to be the perfect solution at Belfast Waterfront, the unique colour specification creating a showstopping finish night and day.

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The revolutionary new Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-TB mat has an integrated thermal break that reduces heat loss into the screed and subfloor

70% faster response time with new SchlüterDITRA-HEAT-TB The unique system for under tile and stone heating for wall and floors with uncoupling, crack-bridging and waterproofing properties, Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E, has been updated with Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-TB matting.

Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E can be used in wetrooms, bathrooms, en-suites and shower rooms

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he revolutionary new SchlüterDITRA-HEAT-TB mat has an integrated thermal break that reduces heat loss into the screed and subfloor, it also benefits from up to 70% quicker warm-up time on concrete than other electric underfloor heating.

Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E can also be used in wetrooms, bathrooms, en-suites and shower rooms. Under wall or underfloor heating, as a source of heat, can be an extremely beneficial method of ensuring efficient heating, effective moisture management, preventing mould and fungus, by drying out any residual moisture, and in addition providing comfort, while maximising space.

Book now the RIBA-approved CPD seminar on ‘Modular Underfloor Heating Systems for Tile and Stone Coverings’.

Through this CPD, gain the knowledge of how to specify a modular underfloor heating system to help to protect tile and natural stone floor coverings from cracking, splitting, tenting and debonding and explore the theory behind modular screed systems.

For priority bookings quote FCAUFH06 and for more information please visit Schlüter-Systems’ website. SchlüterSystems has NBS Clauses and BIM Objects available on NBS Plus, National BIM Library and on its website.

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TTA Awards recognise the tiling industry’s brightest and best The TTA Awards’ gala dinner and presentations have recently been held, where the wall and floor tiling industry celebrated and rewarded its very best.

With a Brazilian theme to tie in with this summer’s Rio Olympic Games, the event saw the winners from 18 award categories claiming their trophies and certificates.

Hosted by ITV’s Emma Jesson, the event raised almost £3000 for the TTA’s chosen charity, Children Today.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to James McCann whose contribution to the tiling industry is viewed as inspirational. He founded Armatile in 1975 in his father’s shed in a small village in Northern Ireland. The company, now in its 40th year, is a major player in the Irish and UK market and Mr McCann, aged 74, still leads from the front, driving success, innovation and product development.

Armatile also won the award for Best Use of Tile in a Commercial Contract for its work on St Patrick’s Church in Donaghmore, Co Tyrone, which features intricate tiling work

created and fitted by the tile and marble specialists at Armatile.

The TTA offers congratulations to all of the winners and all of the businesses and individuals who were finalists in a year when the competition was intense alongside all the businesses who submitted entries – the quality of the award’s submissions proves what a healthy state the industry is in. Finally, the TTA offers thanks to this year’s Gold sponsors for the event – Bellota, N&C Nicobond, Norcros Adhesives and Shackerley.

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings UltraFloor launches new flowable bulking concrete

UltraFloor is delighted to announce the launch of Fill IT, a rapid setting, rapid drying, flowable bulking concrete for internal and external use.The addition of this product to the UltraFloor range provides a quick and cost-effective alternative to the labour and time intense traditional method of mixing underlayments with aggregates.

UltraFloor Fill IT is a general purpose, rapid setting, flowable backfilling concrete designed to eliminate bulking of underlayments onsite with aggregates. Ideal for deep section repairs, unwanted utility, drainage channels and access covers, its self-compacting flow properties make it an easy material to apply to internal and external substrates. * ultrafloor@instarmac.co.uk

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Pendock boosts retail environment at Booths Relocating one of its stores to Poulton-le-Fylde, supermarket Booths’ ethos to be the very best is reflected in the selection of column casings from Pendock. Steel stanchions, to support the roof, were simply not considered to offer the right impression and main subcontractor, LN Joinery, was tasked with sourcing functional, attractive columns. LN Joinery turned to Pendock to supply nine column casings to surround the standard structural steel sections – three oval and six circular.

Both types are clad with attractive brushed finish, aluminium bonded to the plywood casings.Above this, a RAL 7037 Dusty Grey shade of Pendock’s Mouse Laminate was specified, rising to ceiling height. * sales@pendock.co.uk

( 01952 580590

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Introducing the new Bond

Ancon has launched a new super-bond, ultra-low thermal conductivity wall tie that even SPECTRE would find hard to crack. Based on the multi-awardwinning TeploTie, with a conductivity of 00.7W/mK, which eliminates heat loss through thermal bridging in cavity wall construction, the Teplo-BF basalt fibre wall tie features specially moulded safety ends that improves buildability and enhances mortar bond strength by up to 80%.

The user-friendly design has exceptional mortar grabbing capability, making Teplo-BF suitable for use with lime and other slow drying mortars. Created by the setting of innovative pultruded basalt fibres in a resin matrix,Teplo-BF provides high strength and outstanding thermal efficiency.

8 www.ancon.co.uk * info@ancon.co.uk ( 0114 238 1352

Newly-updated Tuscan wood flooring on point for interior design trends Flooring challenge met by Remmers

The 1600m2 workshop facilities at The Trade Centre Wales in Neath, required a breathable anti-slip system due to the uncertain moisture levels of the relatively new substrate. Moisture levels were measured during the installation and to facilitate the curing process, temporary heating and ventilation systems were used to reduce moisture. A FeRFA Type 3 high build, floor coating system was then applied. Remmers BS3000 SG was selected as a high-quality, damp tolerant resin with a wide application spectrum and VOC-free properties. ADD 250 Polymer Beads were then added to provide an anti-slip finish and to offer a surface that remained easy to clean.

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Featuring 15 new designs, the Tuscan wood flooring collection from IDS has been relaunched.The 48-strong collection includes its most popular sellers with the added injection of fashionable greys, smoked woods and herringbone parquet that keep it on point for the latest trends. Enhancing any new build or renovation project, the FSCcertified collection comes with the assurance of a 10-year warranty for solid wood and a 25-year warranty for all other decors.The Tuscan range offers solid wood, multiply, engineered and Elite engineered flooring, together with wide planked and age-distressed options in Vintage and Grandé.Tuscan Elite is industry approved by BM Trada. * info@idsurfaces.co.uk

( 0845 729 8298

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UZIN sets the floor for Islington Customer Centre

A UZIN system has been used to install luxury vinyl tiles at the Islington Customer Centre. The installation was situated in open areas containing large windows, so the floor would be subject to natural light and the floor preparation had to be perfect. UZIN’s premium product systems were selected to resolve these problems. Firstly, a Wolff Samba machine with diamond bits was used to remove all contamination and loose latex. UZIN PE 280 primer was then used to create a barrier between the cementitious subfloor, followed by UZIN NC 110, a calcium sulphate-based smoothing compound. Lastly, the luxury vinyl tiles were installed with UZIN KE 66 high temperature adhesive. * info@uzin.co.uk

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings Unleash your bohemian side with Osmo Those looking for a smooth rustic floor need look no further than the Bohemian range. ESCO’s rustic wood style and Osmo’s smooth finish makes it one of the most popular flooring choices. Bohemia offers a rustic wooden style that features open filled knots for a genuine oak style.The flooring’s surface lines and irregular surface smoothness gives Bohemia a unique look and feel. Planed, filled, sanded and finished with Osmo Polyx-Oil, Bohemian flooring requires no additional coatings and can be ready to walk on hours after installation.

Osmo’s Polyx-Oil enhances performance with a durable finish that is created with environmentally-friendly ingredients. * sales@osmouk.com

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Four ways to create attractive brick soffits A new 8-page brochure and online animation from Ancon shows how simple it is to create suspended masonry soffits on virtually any brick building, regardless of soffit dimensions, brick types or bond patterns. Deep brick-faced reveals and soffits add extra depth to a building’s facade, maintaining the colour and texture of the main brick facade typically above door and window openings. Key to achieving this aesthetic is the design of the supporting steelwork which is hidden from view – this is where Ancon’s expertise comes in. Ancon provides four effective, yet different, soffit suspension solutions all covered in its technical brochure. * info@ancon.co.uk

( 0114 275 5224

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Heraklith panels help restore church Hundreds of square metres of thermoacoustic woodwool boards, made by Heraklith and supplied by Marmox, have been employed in the restoration of a Grade II Listed church building, located in East London, St. Paul’s Church, Bow Common, following weather damage.

During the painstaking work, a total of 135 standard Heraklith panels were consumed

by Noble & Taylor’s craftsmen; being readily-cut to shape onsite and decorated as desired by the consultants to match as closely as possible the original decorative scheme. Heraklith panels are produced from natural timber fibres to provide a durable and versatile wood wool insulation.

8 www.marmox.co.uk * sales@marmox.co.uk ( 01634 835290

Romag glass a step up at Manchester tram stop

Sikafloor makes the grade The Radnor Hills Mineral Water Company in Knighton produces more than 175 million bottles each year. Its floor surface had to meet industry standards, withstand heavy machinery and be easy to clean. Specialist contractor, Coatech, turned to Sika and the company’s Sikafloor PurCem polyurethane resin system. Following the re-screeding and sloping of the old floor, Coatech diamond ground the screed to provide an effective key for the application of 100m2 of Sikafloor Purcem 20.The Sikafloor system was also used as a seal coat for covings, ensuring ease of cleaning and hygiene. Sikafloor 20N Purcem is highly resistant to chemicals, fatty acids and temperature.

8 www.sika.co.uk * enquiries@uk.sika.com ( 01707 383872

Demand for Romag’s architectural toughened safety glass is on the rise after being specified for an external staircase in Manchester. More than 150m2 of clear glass has been manufactured and supplied by Romag for the newly-upgraded Deansgate-Castleford passenger stop on the Metrolink tramway system. The glass will provide an architectural feature as well as protective public safety walling, enhancing the ‘living wall’ feature located above railway arches. Panels of clear safety glass have been installed to provide a protective safety walling feature on the new First Street Bridge, which spans the Deansgate Locks providing easy access for passengers going to and from the tram stop. * sales@romag.co.uk

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Tilemaster installation a ‘roaring success’ at London Zoo

Tilemaster Adhesives’ preparation and fixing products were recently specified as part of a Tiled Space ceramic mural installation at ZSL London Zoo’s new lion enclosure.

The installation includes 1024 individually printed tiles, created using patented Tiled Space technology. Spanning over 23.5m2, the surface was fixed using Tilemaster’s Prime + Grip, Ultimate Grey and Grout 3000. Tilemaster’s rapid drying primer and ready-mixed Prime + Grip, was applied and Tilemaster’s highly flexible cement-based adhesive, Ultimate, was then used to bond the Tiled Space ceramics.A mid-grey toned grout, from Tilemaster’s Grout 3000 range, was then used to complete the installation, providing a smooth, durable, moisture and frost resistant joint. * info@tilemasteradhesives.co.uk

( 01772 456831

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After applying Kemper System’s D primer, All Angles Roofing laid the Kemperol V210 resin in a single wet-on-wet process

Kemper system underwrites roof refurb success at Royal & Sun Alliance Kemper System’s Kemperol V210 has been used yet again to repair the roof of Royal & Sun Alliance’s headquarters in Horsham following the success of a project to refurbish the building’s balconies last year.

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ithin the central part of the building there were three individual roof areas, covering a radius of 400m2. These areas were overlaid to address leaks in the existing single ply membrane. Roofing contractor, All Angles Roofing, carried out the six-week project on behalf of principal

contractor, RCL Services, which included repairs to the existing insulation.

The scheme follows on from three previous projects spaced over two years, to repair three balcony areas covering a total of 710m2, on the same building where water ingress was putting refurbished areas below at risk. Several attempts to repair

the roof with other systems had failed to address the issue, but Royal & Sun Alliance has had no further leaks thanks to the Kemperol V210 overlay.

All Angles Roofing, having cleaned and prepared the existing roof surface, applied Kemper System’s D primer. The installation team then laid the Kemperol V210 resin in a single wet-on-wet process that ensures complete saturation of the reinforcement fleece. Once cured, the resin forms a seamless, elastomeric waterproof membrane that bonds directly to the substrate.

Comments Mike Baulu, from All Angles Roofing: “We have carried out numerous programmes on this building over the past few years and the balcony areas had proved a particular challenge.

“A year after being refurbished using Kemperol V210, the balconies are performing well with no signs of any leakage, so Royal & Sun Alliance had no hesitation in using the same system for this new roof area.”

8 www.kempersystem.co.uk * enquiries@kempersystem.co.uk ( 01925

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Structural deterioration of the cavity wall – dampness and ratcheting Parapet cavity walls differ from conventional cavity walls because both faces are exposed. The British Standard detail shows a stepping DPC within a cavity parapet built into both the inner and outer skins. The parapet masonry is thus effectively separated from the masonry beneath it – resting on a DPC slip-plane at the highest and most exposed part of the building.

Expansion of both skins takes place when parapet masonry becomes saturated with rain – also when external air temperatures experience high and low extremes.The parapet DPCs offer the least line of resistance and cracking results followed by masonry movement within both skins.

Where the amount of expansion movement is not fully compensated by contraction, progressive movement will occur as a result of ratcheting.This term is used to describe where expansion movement is not fully matched by the retraction movement and masonry above and below, the DPC progressively moves out

of alignment. Consequently, the upper masonry overhangs the masonry below the DPC, forming a ‘ledge’.

Curved parapets can accentuate the ledge problem; especially if the curve is between two resilient structural points.Thrust direction at 90º to the arc results in a radius eyebrow ledge.

Such movement is commonly accompanied with coping dislodgement at the top of the parapet, where coping pinching occurs.

Using a preformed, profiled Type P parapet cavitray can eliminate such problems.

Type P is ready-shaped and self-supporting and requires building into one skin only.An

outward stepping profile is achieved, but the opposite masonry skin is not required to provide support.Thus the outer skin remains unpunctuated and the structural integrity of the wall continuous.

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A great picture inside and out

Following the complex extension and conversion of an existing office block in London’s Crouch End, a new picture house cinema has been created by Panter Hudspith Architects. The project forms part of a wider initiative within the borough of Haringey, designed to re-establish the area as one of London’s cultural and arts centres.

The unique style of this four-screen cinema has attracted much interest, not only because of the dramatic transformation, but also because of its new external elevation. Here, Panter Hudspith Architects has replaced the original curtain wall and specified Kalwall.

Unusually, this unique translucent cladding is fitted with a tight 150mm wide grid, known as Verti-Kal, which not only serves to emphasise height, but is the first of its type in the UK. On this scheme the Kalwall panels also insulate to a U-value of 0.78.

Unlike conventional glazing, Kalwall eliminates shadows and glare and the stark contrasts of light and shade.The system also enhances simplicity by eliminating the need for blinds, curtains or solar control. Even on cloudy days, the interior is bathed with natural daylight, which means less artificial lighting and, because Kalwall is highly insulating, energy costs are reduced.

Apart from being specified for all types of new build projects, Kalwall is increasingly used for the refurbishment of cladding or rooflights on aged buildings.

8 www.structura-uk.com/kalwall * kalwall@structura.co.uk ( 01233 501504

VMZINC for Newcastle College tower refurbishment

FAKRO roof windows for bespoke SIPS home FPP-V U3 top-hung, pivot and FTP-V U3 centre pivot roof windows have been used in Heb Homes’ design of a bespoke SIPS home in Abernethy, Perthshire.

Alisdair Stephen, Director of Heb Homes, commented: “FAKRO windows were chosen for their quality, but also because they offered superior security.” Windows were fitted in combination and also utilised internal airtight flashings, underfelt collars and support trims.The FPP-V U3 windows offer the added flexibility of changing from top-hung to centre pivot opening simply by use of a switch in the frame.

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Newcastle College’s Parsons Tower, built in the 1960s, has been the subject of an £18m refurbishment, which will extend its usable life by around 40 years. A pre-weathered VMZINC ANTHRA-ZINC and QUARTZ-ZINC standing seam facade and roofing system has transformed the building, giving it a completely new face on the skyline. Being such a dominant feature of the city landscape, visual aesthetics were a key consideration for the Red Box Design Group, which has subtly extended the facade into the roofline and used the two shades to provide a striking visual contrast. * vmzinc@eu.umicore.com

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Dallmer introduces ‘Red Zone’ roof drain

We are constantly being warned about the potential consequences of climate change and the risk of more frequent extreme weather events but are offered few lasting solutions, which is why Dallmer has introduced its high capacity ‘Red’ drain.

The unit’s red colour identifies it as a separate system from the conventional flat roof drainage and is intended to provide overflow when the main outlets are being overwhelmed. The versatile design can be connected to chutes or to pipework in gravity or siphonic systems. This clears excess stormwater quickly before it can find vulnerable joints or exert excess structural loads. * info@dallmer.com

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UK Roofing Awards 2016 – winners revealed The winners of the UK Roofing Awards 2016 have been announced at a ceremony hosted by BBC’s Steph McGovern, located at the Hilton London Metropole on Friday 13th May 2016.

The winners of the UK Roofing Awards 2016 are: Fully Supported Metal Roofing – cu.tech. zn.ornamental,The Pod, Cockfield.

Vertical Cladding/Rainscreen – Met-Clad Contracts, Friars Walk development, Newport.

Roof Sheeting – KGM Roofing, Marshgate Drive, Hertford.

Green Roofs – Prater (with Radmat Building Products),Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool.

Single-lap Tiling and Slating – Wienerberger (with Timby Traditional Roofing), Burgess, Wellingore.

Mastic Asphalt and Hot-Melt Roofing – IKO (with Knight Asphalt),Westminster Cathedral, London.

Double-lap Slating – Timby Traditional Roofing,Tait Gazebo, Gainsborough.

Reinforced Bitumen Membranes – Bauder (with Mitie Tilley Roofing), ROM, Sheffield.

Shingles and Shakes – John Brash & Co. (with Endeavour Roofing Contractors), Alexandra Gardens care home.

Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing – Centaur Technologies (with Western Flat Roofing Company), South Cloisters’ kitchen roof, Exeter University.

Solar on Roofs – Bauder (with Hodgson Sayers), Byker Wall, Newcastle Upon Tyne.

Single Ply Roofing – Sika Sarnafil (with Contour Roofing), Ewart Grove,Wood Green.

Double-lap Tiling – Karl Terry Roofing Contractors, Shipley Farm, North Elham.

Heritage Roofing – Karl Terry Roofing Contractors,The Cloth Hall, Smarden.

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Specifying rooflights to meet requirements of Part Q

Recent changes to Building Regulations Approved Document Q: Security in Dwellings means that anyone wishing to install rooflights in ‘easily accessible areas’ will need to ensure that they specify products that are compliant with Part Q. Glazing Vision’s Secure and Secure+ rooflights have been tested to the latest LPS 2081:1 2015 standard, which is designed to replicate a typical stealth attack. Secure and Secure+ rooflights are the first in the UK to be backed by the official Police security initiative, Secured by Design to LPS2081:1 2015. Compliant products include the fixed Flushglaze rooflight range and the hinged ventilation rooflight ‘VisionVent’. * sales@glazingvision.co.uk

( 01379 658300

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IDS offers hard-wearing wall cladding solution with the new Altro Fortis range Developed to complement the Altro Whiterock range,Altro Fortis wall cladding provides a cost-effective, hard-wearing solution for walls, corners and doors in high traffic areas such as schools, hotels, leisure centres and environments prone to wear-and-tear.The full Altro Fortis range is available ex-stock from IDS with a 24-48 hour delivery throughout the UK. Quick and easy to install,Altro Fortis does not require specialist training, tools or certification and is backed by a 20-year guarantee.

Strong, durable and impact resistant, the lightly textured surface of the uPVC sheets offer enhanced protection from impact and scuff damage to maintain their appearance and reduce maintenance costs. * info@idsurfaces.co.uk

( 08457 298298

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EWI render brick colour matches renovation A new red brick colour has been created for the Saint-Gobain Weber External Wall Insulation (EWI) system, chosen by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (RMBC) for its property upgrade programme in the Dinnington area.The weber.therm XM EWI system, finished with weber.rend RB Render Brick in the new Georgian Red colour, has been created to match the established red brick Georgian properties in the area.The senior building surveyor required that the properties being thermally improved should match the traditional aesthetics, as far as reasonably practical, and the Saint-Gobain Weber laboratory at Flitwick subsequently developed the new colour to add to the existing palette.

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HVAC/HVP High temperature air source heat pumps are ideal for this scenario and perfect for refurbishment projects like this one, and also spot on for new build properties

New high temperature heat pump – the right response

The LG Therma V high temperature air source heat pumps have been a huge eye opener to the couple

When Paul and Cathe Hazlewood decided to leave the agreeable urban living environment they had enjoyed for years in the centre of Oxford, looking for a new life in the country, they, and Cathe’s brother and sister-in-law, decided to head for deepest Dorset.

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he sale of their properties allowed them to shop around for an idyllic setting that they could remodel to suit the lifestyle choices they wanted to make, with energy efficiency, green living and utilising modern renewable technologies important factors in their decision-making.

Along with solar PV on the roof and a switch from halogen lamps to LED lighting, they decided an air source heat pump would fit in with their new lifestyles.

The feed in tariff (FIT) and renewable heat incentive (RHI) weren’t essential decisionmakers for the solar PV or the heat pump, although it was a significant help especially for the heat pump.The LG Therma V high temperature air source heat pumps – one for each home – have been a huge eye opener to the couple.They had got used to over 20 years of heat on demand using a traditional boiler.There was concern initially about how responsive the air source heat pumps would be to deliver heat and hot water when it was needed. But with the latest ‘high temp’ system from LG, they say they shouldn’t have

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worried.“It’s not a flippant remark,” says Paul, “but the heat pump is up and running and commissioned and the biggest complement I can pay it is that we don’t actually notice the difference.”

System Designer and Installer, Bublshop’s Martin Perrin, says this is the beauty of the new high temperature heat pumps from LG: “Low temperature air source heat pumps really need to be on 24 hours a day to bring the temperature of the home up to the required temperature and keep it there.They work well and for the right home, they do a great job. But if you need the security of an almost instant response, the high temperature ASHP is the one to choose.The key to success is to get the heating system design right from the outset.”

We know it’s far more energy-efficient and much more environmentally-friendly to use renewables than fossil fuels. But what about costs? “It’s difficult to be exact because we don’t have historical oil usage figures for the properties here, so we can’t measure or compare the costs, but in our experience the

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savings over oil are in excess of 50% per year, and that’s impressive,” says Martin.

In modern homes, with several bathrooms – certainly a couple of en-suites and a family bathroom becoming commonplace – and the new standards of insulation and heating, it’s common to see heating demand halved and hot water demand tripled, so high temperature air source heat pumps are ideal for this scenario and perfect for refurbishment projects like this one, and also spot on for new build properties.

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Rinnai – reliability really rules Rinnai is supplying the UK with what is thought to be the most reliable individual units on the market. The ErP A-rating applies over its Infinity range, from small domestic models to XXL-sized industrial units. Rinnai is the only manufacturer that can field a complete range of gas fired water heaters that more than achieve to coveted A-rating.

The Rinnai system is simple and straightforward to service as all components are easily accessible and parts readily available. For example, a fast food restaurant or a hotel running on one cylinder would have to shut

down the hot water system, allowing it to be drained and inspected as part of the service.

During this downtime the business may have to cease operating for a while.

If your only source of hot water fails, then

you have no means to provide hot water until the fault is rectified. If we take the worst-case scenario of a cylinder failure, the whole thing needs to be replaced.

Rinnai Infinity water heaters reduce the downtime significantly, in the case of multiple units putting up with reduced capacity for a short period of time.

Servicing not only reduces the down cost of the business, but can reduce the servicing cost as Rinnai water heaters can be fully serviced and operating within one hour. If a unit fails and needs replacing, this replacement can be done in a couple of hours. If you have a bank of heaters, you will still have the facility to provide hot water while one of the heaters is down.

8 www.rinnaiuk.com * info@rinnaiuk.com ( 01928 531870

Refurbished building warmed

by Omnie underfloor heating

An owner of a dwelling in West Sussex has transformed one of its earliest buildings by installing underfloor heating using ranges from Timóleon.The one time pigsty was derelict before work began to repair the roof and make the stone-built structure habitable.The client chose to install an air source heat pump to supply the property’s space heating and domestic hot water with underfloor heating systems from the Omnie range. Omnie’s FoilBoard floating floor system was chosen for the ground floor slab, while Omnie’s LowBoard was used upstairs. Omnie’s precisely engineered five port manifolds were also used to feed various zones on the ground and first floors. * chris.weaver@timoleon.co.uk

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Bosch Commercial and Industrial launches new YouTube channel Bosch Commercial and Industrial has launched a new YouTube channel to showcase its expertise and vast portfolio of energy-efficient heating, cooling and hot water technologies.

The new channel will be regularly updated with a variety of video content including projects in action, company developments and technical advice on industry-related topics.

Early subscribers to the channel will be able to see how businesses and public sector organisations are reaping the benefits of small-scale Combined Heat and Power (CHP), as well as how the sixth oldest school in the world enhanced its energy efficiency with a brand new heating solution. * commercial.enquiries@uk.bosch.com

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District heating at Banbury Park in Walthamstow

Evinox Energy recently worked on a mixed-use development in the heart of Walthamstow – Banbury Park. Evinox engineers completed a full design of the primary network for the district heating and hot water systems.The apartments are connected to the district heat network, each including an Evinox ModuSat FS storage HIU, providing heating and hot water.The integrated hot water storage enables the central plant to be reduced due to the increased thermal storage facility in each dwelling. Residents benefit from the Evinox PaySmart prepayment system, which is built into every unit. ModuSat is the only solution available that features fully integrated prepay, ready billing technology.

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Demand-controlled ventilation by Renson For several years, Renson has been developing successful ventilation systems. Its demand-controlled ventilation system with 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.

Renson’s demand-controlled 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.

Operate without errors The Healthbox is installed in an unused corner in the attic or in a technical room.

In the kitchen, bathroom, toilet or any other room where the polluted air is

extracted, the user only sees an aluminium design vent. The fan 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.

Renson is a trendsetter in ventilation, solar shading and 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 – creating healthy spaces.

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33 Glasshouse Street refurbishment features underfloor air conditioning AET Flexible Space, a leading provider of underfloor air conditioning, is currently delivering equipment to 33 Glasshouse Street, London, after receiving the order from Emico early this year. The building features a Grade II Listed facade and is located in a prominent position looking over Regent Street and the Soho area of the West End. The unusually shaped building has a total area of around 52,000ft2 and is currently undergoing full structural reconfiguration and refurbishment to form larger, open-plan floor plates and Cat A office accommodation, with a floor-to-ceiling height of 3.3m to be created on floors three to seven. Space saving underfloor air conditioning has been specified by Consultants WPP and Architects, Buckley Grey Yeoman.

With underfloor systems, fully conditioned air is fed into the plenum by

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zonal downflow units (CAM), which is then supplied into the workspace via fan terminal units (Fantile). The Fantile units feature integrated controllers where users can personally adjust the fan speed and temperature to suit their own comfort.

Systems can be configured with underfloor or high-level return and can easily integrate with passive or other ventilation systems.

The system specified for 33 Glasshouse Street is a CAM-C Direct Expansion system with supply and return air distributed via the floor plenum. The

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Fantiles supplied are slimline TUS-EC fan terminals, designed to fit into the shallow floor plenums common in London refurbishments, and with EC motors for enhanced energy efficiency. Instead of a rooftop chiller providing chilled water, the building will be using Daikin heat pump units to maximise use of space and energy efficiency.

8 www.flexiblespace.com * lucy@flexiblespace.com ( 01342 310400

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Rinnai low NOx, sustainable, on-demand hot water heating units Rinnai’s range of condensing hot water heater units, using LPG, are more economic to run than other sources such as oil or electric counterparts. Delivering lower carbon emission figures and greater energy efficiencies, they are a first choice for off-grid installations.

For installers, helping an off-grid user select an energy-efficient water heater is critical and a condensing continuous flow water heater, using LPG, is one of the most efficient and environmentally-friendly options. By choosing a continuous flow water heater, an end user can reduce energy costs by up to 50% and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 61% (compared to electric equivalents).

Tests show that a Rinnai Infinity condensing water heater has 107% efficiency and is low NOx, compared with an oil boiler that emits approximately 364mg/kwh NOx.That means a Rinnai condensing water heater emits approximately 10% of the NOx that an oil boiler emits.Therefore, combining a gas boiler and a Rinnai water heater will radically reduce NOx.

The EU is recommending that the maximum NOx level be reduced to just 56mg/kWh by 2018. Rinnai water heaters are already compliant with this standard.This forms part of the new rules under the Eco-design of Energyusing Products Directive (ErP).

Rinnai’s LPG continuous flow water heaters are an on-demand system.When a hot water tap is opened, the unit reads the demand and starts the heating process.The water flows through a heat exchanger, where it heats to the desired temperature – only using the gas required.When the tap is turned off, the heater automatically shuts off.

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Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms

True quality never shouts There are many things in life worth making a noise about.

Yet there are others that deserve the simplicity of silence, preferring to earn its appreciation without making a sound.

A Sylan washroom is one of those.

Take Amwell’s pivot hinge. Here it is ensured the heavyweight door has two rock-solid anchor points – one in the headrail and the other on the foot of the pilaster. Hidden completely from view inside the headrail, Amwell’s adjustable spring and damper capsule controls the speed of the door and closes it beautifully. At ground level, an unseen stainless steel bearing raceway smoothly glides the door to a soft and silent close.

A rounded heel detail on the door ensures

a totally flush line, with no visible hinge in the closed position. Just as discreet, the headrail can be fixed to within 10mm of the ceiling – so privacy is never compromised.

That attention to detail, that sense of luxury, doesn’t stop on the outside of Sylan – it continues past the door as well.

Amwell’s fixings are completely invisible, hidden within seamless joints that will not rattle and will not move about.You’ll never know they’re there, but they will support

the whole system; strong yet silent.

All these components are tested to a minimum of 100,000 cycles before they’re approved. It’s a dedication to getting the details not just right, but perfect, that means a silent, unrushed feeling every time. And that speaks volumes about Sylan.

8 www.amwell-systems.com * sales@amwell-systems.com ( 01763 276200

C-Bonded – new technology from Duravit Distinctive, practical benefits from Kaldewei Kaldewei has been demonstrating its practical benefits for decades with its steel enamel shower surfaces and baths.With the launch of its washbasins series, Kaldewei offers harmonious design schemes in one quality material. Five washbasin designs have joined Kaldewei’s portfolio offering plenty of scope for mixing and matching with existing ranges.The new Cono washbasins perfectly complement the popular Cono series, which includes the Conoflat shower surface and Conoduo bath. Kaldewei steel enamel is extremely hygienic and easy to clean, showing no signs of wear-and-tear.With its outstanding material properties, Kaldewei steel enamel washbasins are cost-effective too, making them ideal for frequently used washrooms.

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C-Bonded is a new technical solution developed by Duravit for the bathroom washbasin and vanity unit. Manufactured with millimetre precision, the ceramic of the washbasin is fitted to the furniture, with both materials appearing to bond seamlessly as a single unit. This completely new look produces an exceptionally sleek washing area. The C-Bonded solution not only looks and feels impressaive, DuraCeram, the patented special ceramic that actually makes this precision and moulding possible, is also particularly wear-resistant. The smooth, seamless surfaces of the washbasins are quick and easy to clean and also incorporate generous storage space. * info@uk.duravit.com

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Changing the options for accessible toilets

Making ‘reasonable adjustments’ to the built environment to ensure compliance with the Equality Act is being made easier with the launch of a new solution for ‘away from home’ accessible toilets. Space To Change toilets plug the gap between conventional (Building Regulations Approved Document M 2013) wheelchair-accessible toilets, and the ‘desirable’ larger and better-equipped Changing Places toilets. It encompasses a 7m2 (3 x 2.5m min) wheelchair-accessible toilet, including an adult-sized changing bench and hoist. Space To Change has been developed with leading Changing Places campaigners and Clos-o-Mat. Firefly Community will drive the campaign, raising awareness of the need for accessible toilets that include height adjustable changing benches and hoists. * info@clos-o-mat.com

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The Meath chooses Pressalit Care bathrooms for residential wing Bathrooms in the new build residential accommodation at Bradbury House, run by The Meath Epilepsy Charity, feature specialist equipment from Pressalit Care. The accommodation in Godalming, Surrey, offers a high-level of support for residents, most of whom have challenging disabilities in addition to their epilepsy. Therefore, bathrooms that allowed for wheelchair access and full carer assistance was of the utmost importance.

Senior care staff from The Meath visited the test centre used by Pressalit Care at Brunel University, where they were able to determine specific requirements through recreating different layouts and mocking up room dimensions.

As a result of the visit, each bathroom at Bradbury House has been fitted with the Pressalit Care PLUS track system, which sets new standards in accessible bathroom design, with new and improved height and horizontal adjustment.

The wall-mounted track allows easy movement of individual bathroom elements such as washbasins, support arms and shower seats. Horizontal adjustment of these items provide additional space for both wheelchair access and for carers to work effectively. The vertical track enables simple height adjustment by means of an easy to operate grip lock.

The shallow ergonomic form of the washbasin gives seated users the leg room and manoeuvrability that they

need underneath the basin, while the specially shaped support arms provide a sense of security and facilitate the task of transferring to and from wheelchairs. The versatility of the PLUS system means that support arms can be folded up flat against the wall when not in use to create more space, and detach quickly and easily.

8 www.pressalit.com * uk@pressalit.com ( 0844 880 6950

Neurological and dementia care centre installs Gainsborough baths

The Marbrook Centre required an assistive bath supplier that could be trusted – hence, Gainsborough specialist bathing was selected. All bedrooms have an en-suite wet room, plus access to an accessible bathroom, each with an Ascot or Kent 2 hi-lo bath with Air Spa provided by Gainsborough. These assistive baths include powered bather transfer seats and variable height to provide the highest quality of care, safety and dignity for bathers. With the support of a carer, a transfer seat lifts, rotates and lowers a bather into the bath. The bath, and temperature-controlled water, can then be raised. * info@gainsboroughbaths.co.uk

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Custom-made wet room flooring solutions for Voyage On The Level started supplying Voyage Care around five years ago when the company asked the wetroom manufacturer to design a solution to stop water flowing into areas of the bathroom. On The Level is an expert in the design and manufacture of custommade shower formers. The custom-made formers created for Voyage Care projects, to solve the excess water problem, cover the entire bathroom. These ‘complete wet floors’ were designed and precision engineered with a gradient running across the area towards the gully outlet, solving the problem of water escaping from the shower areas. The complete wet floor was then covered with an anti-slip vinyl sheet floor. * info@onthelevel.co.uk

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Washroom’s makeover for Victorian office Washroom Washroom designed and installed male and female washrooms alongside disabled facilities, replacing the existing washrooms.Washroom’s flush fronted Alto toilet cubicles, designed to provide a virtually seamless facade, were finished with an attractive dark wood effect engineered veneer to ensure a consistency of colour for each cubicle door. Laminated ducts were installed behind the toilets and urinals in a soft grey colour to complement the engineered veneer cubicle doors and complete the high specification design. For the vanities, solid surface corian was used to create the individually shaped inset sinks.

8 www.washroom.co.uk * sales@washroom.co.uk ( 0800 999 8888

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Building Elements

Latham’s extensive collection of decorative FR products for interiors include Valchromat, MFC, HI-MACS solid surface (pictured), laminate and fire door blanks

Latham’s FR products are second to none

Fire tests are carried out for the manufacturer by an approved third-party alongside measure readings such as rate of fire propagation, lateral fire spread, total heat release and smoke production

James Latham offers one of the biggest ranges of high-performance, fire retardant panel and timber products on the market, all directly available from stock through its nationwide network of depots.

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ire damage in buildings can be devastating and as a result, flame retardant products are being specified in construction to help reduce this impact. Latham’s extensive collection of fire retardant products include: CE Marked birch plywood, timber cladding, chipboard, MDF, MF/MDF, OSB, and decorative products for interiors including Valchromat, MFC, HI-MACS solid surface and laminate and fire door blanks.

All products are certified and independently tested to Euroclass B or

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Euroclass C and copies of these reports and the field of application are available to download from James Latham’s website.

These fire tests are carried out for the manufacturer by an approved third-party alongside measure readings such as rate of fire propagation, lateral fire spread, total heat release and smoke production.

Andrew Wright, Director of Lathams, said: “The number of projects where fire retardant products are being specified is increasing.

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field of application, they can provide the first line of defence in a fire, helping to protect lives in both commercial and residential properties.”

Mr Wright added:“We are continually reviewing our range to ensure we have the most up-to-date offering available for all our customers and our team of knowledgeable and experienced staff can provide information and samples for all these products.”

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Aurubis transforms Moon art centre At the heart of the renovation and upgrading of the Moon children’s art centre in the Belgian city of Mechelen is a new, small theatre complex – a golden cube defined by its extraordinary, creased Nordic Royal copper alloy cladding.

The project’s designer, import.export Architecture, was inspired by associations of the moon with the Apollo 11 lunar module and its crumpled golden metal underside.This aesthetic is presented as a contemporary reflection on the intricate stone tracery of the neighbouring medieval cathedral tower, despite being achieved within a modest budget.

The architects worked with fabricator, Ridder, experimenting with pressing and folding flat metal over a blade, resulting in a series of gentle creases. Seven designs of panels were produced using press moulds, each with folds running at various angles and intensities.

By rotating and intermingling panels, a rich, random effect was created.The verticality of the overlapping panels is retained, giving structure to the facades, but most transverse

joints are not horizontal, further fragmenting the surface.

Nordic Royal is produced by Aurubis, part of one of the world’s leading integrated copper group and one of the largest copper recyclers.

Nordic Royal is an innovative alloy of copper with aluminium and zinc, giving a rich golden through-colour that is very stable.The surface retains its golden colour and simply loses some of its sheen as the oxide layer thickens with exposure to the atmosphere, resulting in a protective matt finish. It behaves differently to other copper products over time and does not develop a blue or green patina.

8 www.aurubis.com * g.bell@aurubis.com ( 01875 812144

Portakabin provides new school following Cumbria floods

Portakabin has provided 650 children with a 2100m2 interim school after Newman Catholic School in Carlisle was devastated by floods.There was a need for emergency teaching accommodation to allow the school to reopen in time for the start of the new term.Twelve single modular buildings were provided by Portakabin.These classrooms were located on the site of a former primary school and supplied with furniture, data communications and alarm systems to get the school up and running again.The buildings were then replaced with 24 general classrooms and highly fitted out specialist rooms for ICT, design and technology, food technology and science, delivered in just 12 weeks. * information@portakabin.co.uk

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Saracen celebrates two more contract wins for WYG across UK Saracen Interiors is fast positioning itself as a supplier of choice for WYG, having been awarded a further two contracts for the global project management and technical consultancy in Birmingham and Southampton.The 2700ft2 Birmingham job is an office refurbishment, fast track project which is due to be completed in less than three weeks.The Southampton contract includes partitioning alterations, air conditioning alterations, the installation of emergency lighting and decoration in WYG’s 6500ft2 office.The latter was due for completion last month, with work carried out across a number of weekends to avoid any disruption to staff. * enquiries@saraceninteriors.com

( 0208 226 2161

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Timbmet makes an entrance

Timbmet’s solid walnut timber has been used to create a dramatic staircase for a multimillion pound private home in Hertfordshire.The entrance hall has been created using a contemporary design and a mix of Timbmet’s solid walnut timber in combination with veneered MDF, moistureresistant flexi-ply and flexible veneers.To ensure the staircase would be a major focal point of this residence, Relic Homes appointed Melbourne Elliott, who has worked with the housebuilder on various projects for several years. Having specified Timbmet timber for many jobs in the past, Melbourne had no hesitation in choosing a selection of Timbmet walnut for this project.

8 www.timbmet.com * oxfsales@timbmet.com ( 01865 860350

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Building Elements Portakabin announces more sustainability initiatives

The Portakabin Group has announced more sustainability commitments and initiatives to help its customers further reduce their carbon footprint. Waste streams from the manufacture of its modular buildings at its international production centre in York, have been increased from 18 to 26 and now include: used vinyl flooring recycled for traffic cones and other plastic products, take-back schemes for batteries, fluorescent bulbs, printer cartridges and new vinyl flooring off-cuts, waste streams for plastics increased from three to five and mastic tubes are now recycled, five metal waste streams for recycling different grades of steel, aluminium and copper and waste from solvents is re-used as furnace fuel. * information@portakabin.co.uk

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Canary Wharf tech company updates reception Looking to upgrade the interior of its reception in Canary Wharf, Skrill called on GTA Interiors and Clarke Rendall to bring a creative approach to its reception area. Clarke Rendall suggested using Polyrey’s white compact laminate for the desk as it provided the reception with a clean finish. The company’s Monochrom range gives clients a product which is decorative, but also a perfect solution for demanding situations with high usage. Skrill was able to use this thick, white core, freestanding laminate, reinforced to resist impact, stains and antibacterial treatment, to brighten the desk while offering durability, especially during high traffic times of the day. * polyrey.uk@polyrey.com

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Park at the Ark UK Barrier Services was commissioned to replace a pair of barriers for the Ark Conference and Events Centre. Now operated through a new wireless GSM intercom and existing keypads, Magnetic Microdrive Access barriers were installed which are specifically designed for high frequency sites.The Magnetic Access range offers a long life cycle, great reliability and quality, with an enduring design and low operational costs.‘Hold-Open’ key switches were installed on the side of each barrier to allow a local hold-open option. Safety enhancing solutions included: two sets of photocells, induction loops and audible sounders, located inside the barrier housings which operate during the closing phase.

8 www.faac.co.uk * sales@faac.co.uk ( 01256 318100

UK Worker of the Year 2016 in its seventh year and prizes are better than ever Close season refurb for Stoke City FC Premier League football stars at Stoke City will enjoy upgraded facilities after a range of improvements by Novus Property Solutions.The Clayton Wood training complex has been the subject of a multimillion pound redevelopment.The scope of the project includes a ground maintenance workshop to improve facilities for ground staff and the complex itself will receive a new gate house, enhancing security. Novus will be building an extension for club doctors to work more comfortably and efficiently and will also construct and erect a new TV gantry for the club’s training sessions, academy matches and behind closed doors fixtures to be filmed.

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The competition sponsored by workwear giant Dickies, in association with Honda and ASDA, has an amazing choice of prizes including £250,000 cash, a Honda Jazz car, a Honda Crosstourer 1200cc motorbike, a Honda Marine Rib boat, a year’s free shopping at ASDA, a luxury holiday and more. UK Worker of the Year is open to anyone in the UK who works. It doesn’t matter where you work or what your position is, you can enter yourself or nominate colleagues, friends and family. It’s simple to enter; visit the website and answer two simple questions about your job and why you think you or your nominee should win. *workeroftheyear@chicanemarketing.co.uk ( 01761 419419 8 www.ukworkeroftheyear.com

Avire supplies LCD displays to Chinese retail and office buildings

Avire has supplied LCD displays to two buildings in Shenyang, China. The lift safety and communication specialist provided 37 C1 E-Motive displays for the China Resources MixC Shopping Mall in Shenyang’s Golden Corridor Plaza. The 7-inch displays are installed in both the landing areas and lift cars. The 250,000m2, seven-storey structure features more than 200 shops, alongside catering and entertainment facilities. Avire also supplied six 15inch C2 multimedia displays, from E-Motive, for the landing stations in China Resources’ Land Mansion – a 70,000m2, 36-storey office building on Shenyang’s Golden Corridor. Avire designed the layout of both the C1 and C2 displays. * pr@avire-global.com

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Building Elements GEZE UK tops the ‘shopping list’ for Waitrose flagship store W50Therm - a break for steel windows The drive for energy-efficient, low-carbon buildings has upped the ante when it comes to specifying products and materials.

The industry has gone a step further and introduced the W50Therm steel window – supplied by members of the Steel Window Association.These have been designed to be similar to solid, hot rolled steel sections of the W20 and W40 steel windows. Rather than replacing these steel window profiles, the W50Therm extends solutions and lends itself to heritage buildings alongside contemporary architecture. Independent test results confirm the superior thermal performance offered by the W50Therm with a U-value of 1.5 W/m²K or better achieved, depending on the glazing system used.

8 www.steel-window-association.co.uk * info@steel-window-association.co.uk ( 0208 543 2841

Waitrose’s flagship store in Chester required good access to influence buyer behaviour and allow multiple shoppers to enter and exit simultaneously.The main entrances feature a pair of bi-parting automatic sliding glass doors, powered

by GEZE’s Slimdrive SL NT drives.The SL NT automatic operators are ideal for glass facades thanks to an operator height of just 7cm.The cafe is accessed via a glass door powered by a Slimdrive EMD-F electromechanical swing door operator.The EMD-F operator is discreet and sits neatly on the frame. Elsewhere, three storeroom doors have been fitted with GEZE’s powerful, user-friendly single TSA 160 NT automatic swing door operators. * info.uk@geze.com

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Eurocell Modus meets baseline design demands of leading Midlands schools Two of the latest built secondary schools in the West Midlands make use of Modus windows from Eurocell to achieve a contemporary aesthetic, delivering marketleading thermal performance and significant cost savings over aluminium. Both schools were constructed by Thomas Vale Construction, who selected Modus in Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016). Modus slim rebate casement windows achieve the same appearance as conventional alternatives, with a 25-year design life and a 10-year warranty. The windows have already been installed in the girls’ school. The 72 frames came in four configurations, but all the window units were unusually tall measuring 2.4m high, but posed no challenges. * chris.coxon@eurocell.co.uk

( 0800 988 3049

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Record attendance at REHAU’s Passivhaus Seminar

The success of REHAU’s Passivhaus seminar is evidence of the demand from the industry for information and advice on this sector.The majority of delegates were architects and specifiers keen to learn about the requirements of three new Passivhaus classifications and the range of REHAU Passivhaus certified products. Roger Burton, of architectural consultancy Nvirohaus, delivered an introductory presentation.Then, Tony Harbour, Head of the REHAU Hub specification centre, and Kevin O’Neill, a REHAU Commercial Manager, presented on heating and cooling and thermal efficiency in Passivhaus building, focusing on products such as the REHAU AWADUKT Thermo ground air heat exchanger and the REHAU Polytec 50 curtain walling system. * irene.smith@rehau.com

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Britain’s composite door brand is now BIM compliant Permadoor has more than 25 years’ experience in the affordable homes, new build and social housing markets. Permadoor’s extensive experience includes working with local authorities, housing association registered providers and contractors on refurbishment and new build projects across the UK. A commitment to Building Information Modelling (BIM) was therefore inevitable and part of the company’s commitment to its public sector clients. Permadoor’s commitment to BIM Level 2 has been completed and, despite extensive publicity surrounding the advent of BIM Permadoor, is one of just a handful of residential composite door manufacturers that has made such a commitment. * info@permadoor.co.uk

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CMS secures exclusivity for WarmCore windows

CMS Window Systems has partnered with Synseal to become Scotland’s exclusive commercial fabricator for the WarmCore window system. The system is the ideal complement to its range as it continues to increase its market share in the aluminium, PVCu and timber composite window, door and curtain walling markets. Housebuilders, architects and specifiers will benefit from this high-quality product, which is available for casement or tilt and turn windows, with a flush sash option that brings the outer frame level with the opening part of the window. The WarmCore profile delivers the visual appeal of traditional aluminium windows with greater thermal excellence thanks to an enhanced thermal break.

8 www.cmswindows.com * info@cmswindows.com ( 01324 841398

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Hauraton customised drainage solutions Hauraton manufactures a vast selection of surface water drainage channels for civil and landscaping applications that cover all loading categories, from Class A15, to F900, and storage volumes up to 443.0 litres per metre. Its FASERFIX channel components are cast from the company’s Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC), whilst the RECYFIX channels are moulded from 100% recycled polypropylene (PP).

These channels are available with a wide range of slot or mesh gratings made from ductile iron, galvanised steel, stainless steel or FIBRETEC, a composite reinforced material (PA-GF) developed specifically by Hauraton.

Although Hauraton’s FASERFIX and RECYFIX stock ranges cover most applications, architects, architectural technicians and engineers need not be constrained by the components offered. The company can provide customised solutions that achieve reliable drainage, and where necessary, can provide designs that blend in with the desired aesthetic demanded.

Where a customised solution would provide the answer, Hauraton area project managers will document the designer’s specific requirements at an early stage of the pre-planning phase. A specialist team will then engineer the channel scheme taking into account the aesthetic appearance of the channel run, as well as its functional requirements.

Tim Connolly, Managing Director of Hauraton, says: “Solving the many and diverse surface water drainage requirements takes in-depth knowledge, considerable expertise and comprehensive

experience. Our technical office personnel and area project managers have this technical and product-specific knowledge.

If a specifier requires anything out of the ordinary, with regards to functionality or design, we can support their individual requirements, from project-specific tender text, through to production, delivery and installation.”

8 www.drainage-projects.co.uk * janine.kennedy@hauraton.co.uk ( 01582 501380

Autonomy Pro – the environmentally-friendly, sit-stand desk

Venture launches contemporary LED filament lamp range Venture has created a highly efficient, lowenergy alternative to the classic lamp using the latest high-performance LED technology.

Designed to be a direct replacement for halogen or incandescent lamps,Venture’s VLED filament lamps are A+ rated and can help businesses and homeowners save up to 90% in energy and significantly reduce carbon emissions.The VLED filament lamps carry many great benefits and can be selected in a range of traditional or alternative styles and a choice of outputs to find the right lamp to suit any application.

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Autonomy Pro, the new sit-stand workstation from Century Office, allows users the choice to choose a new workstation or keep their exiting worktop to fit the existing frame.The height of the Autonomy Pro utilises the latest technology allowing the height adjustable desk to be increased from 640 to 1300mm at the touch of a button; giving users autonomy over their workspace.The sit-stand desk can evenly lift 130kg, which means there is no need to clear the worktop before adjusting the height, allowing users to change its height easily throughout the day to suit their work and activity pattern. * sales@century-office.co.uk

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Kawneer wins key partnership with Sunesis Kawneer has secured the contract to supply glazing systems to Sunesis, the joint venture between Scape Group and main contractor Willmott Dixon, to deliver pre-designed primary school buildings. The venture’s aim is to drive an evolutionary change in educational buildings’ procurement, delivering schools for a fixed price. It has delivered more than £100m of education facilities to private and public sector clients, providing more than 8500 primary school places. Kawneer is now the preferred supplier for Sunesis and will provide AA100 curtain walling, AA541 BRE Green Guide A+-rated casement windows and series 190 heavy-duty external entrance doors for future Sunesis’ Keynes2, Paxton2 and Dewey school models. * kuk.kawneer@alcoa.com

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20 SEPTEMBER 2016 - RICOH ARENA, COVENTRY

MIDLANDS CONSTRUCTION SUMMIT

In its third year, the Midlands Construction Summit will be an informative and interactive day, where the Midlands construction industry and associated supply chain will gather to address three key themes:

• PRODUCTIVITY • SKILLS • IMAGE

Tickets just £95 plus VAT and include;

MIDLANDS CONSTRUCTION EXPO

New for 2016, the Midlands Construction Expo is taking place alongside the Midlands Construction Summit – making this the most important event on the Midlands construction calendar dedicated exclusively to the region.

The Expo is a full day brimming with the latest products, innovations and developments across the Midlands.

Exhibitor packages cost just £600 plus VAT for a 3m x 1.5m space only.

entry into the conference and exhibition, parking, lunch and refreshments throughout.

To book your package call: 01743 290001

To book your place, visit:

Entry into the Expo ONLY is FREE – register online at:

www.midlandsconstructionsummit.co.uk

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