FC&A October 2011

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Greenhouse Live, work & play: a mixed use

development in Nottingham

Sustainability in Development An Ashden Award-winning retro-fitting project

Doors & Windows

Unravelling the sector’s regulations

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Front cover: Ocon Construction’s Chettles Yard, a mixed-use scheme in Nottingham (see ‘Greenhouse’)

Welcome Magazine October 2011

to Future Constructor & Architect...

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hilst I’ve the greatest respect for all those involved in underground engineering and tunnelling – this does not stretch to the mighty mole! Why does he have to show off so elaborately on my lawn? The spoil heaps I’m shovelling away are now mounting up; I’m looking into the possibilities of making an earth sculpture along the lines of the Sultan the Pit Pony in south Wales, or the reclining woman in Northumberland – at the current rate I’ll be building at something around the same size too! Having read Wind in the Willows I’ve had to turn down offers of various mole ‘removal systems’ and am currently trying to will him away.

Although there have been several great trade shows and exhibitions this autumn, I’ll still miss Interbuild! Despite a few facelifts over the past couple of years, I think the growing importance of Ecobuild has made many exhibitors have to choose between one or the other, and Interbuild lost out! But InstallerLive and the Infrastructure Show are there for those to whom winter can’t get a grip without a visit to the NEC in autumn!

Don’t forget, from 6 October 2011, CIS contractor monthly returns will be liable to a new penalty regime.The first return affected will be for payments made to subcontractors in the month ending 5 November 2011, which is due on 19 November 2011. Don’t get caught out – check out www. hmrc.gov.uk/cis/news/penalties.htm Did anyone watch Pillars of the Earth? As I cannot commit to any TV series longer than, oh, three episodes, I read the book instead – it was great. Never read a novel with so much building going on!

Looking forward to the autumn/winter TV schedules, so I can go buy the books instead.

Keep warm!

Regards,

Juliet Davies Editor Future Constructor & Architect

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Voice of the Industry: Caroline Richards from Devereux Architects shares some advice on how to establish a new network to capitalise on opportunities

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Legal & Business:What does inclusion mean, and what does the law require? Jane Simpson explains how to maximise your potential and reduce your risk

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M&E Preview: A look ahead to the Building Services Event at Olympia this October

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Doors & Windows: A brief guide to unravelling some of the regulations and standards within the sector

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Heating & Plumbing:The importance of architects specifying heating and renewables systems and technologies at the building design stage

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Developing for Disability: A visit to Alexandra Place, providing extra-care facilities in this development of modern, high-quality homes for older people

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Greenhouse: Live, work & play: a mixed use development in Nottingham

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Sustainability in Development: An energy-efďŹ ciency retro-ďŹ tting project wins the Ashden Award

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Design & Desire: A tour of the recently completed refurbishment of four LMU facilities

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Greenhouse

g n i l c y Re-c d n a l e th The creation of student accommodation in Nottingham has resulted in a complete new community, including leisure and retail facilities.

FC&A take a look around this brownfield redevelopment.

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pened in 1999, Nottingham University’s 65-acre Jubliee Campus was built on the site of Raleigh’s world famous bicycle factory, which had produced the instantly recognisable heron-crested bikes for the best part of a century.While the site of the factory was transformed as part of the university, the nearby ‘Radford Yard’ transport depot and associated land remained as a largely derelict eyesore until May 2008 when construction company Ocon arrived on site to begin work on a £61 million mixed use scheme.

Developed by Opal, the Chettles Yard Scheme is scheduled for final handover on 16th September 2011, in time for Nottingham University students to take up residence in the final phase.The scheme comprises 1,096 student units in all, housed in eight blocks, which have been constructed in three phases, the first two of which were handed over in August 2009 and July 2010 respectively.

The scheme also includes 19,000ft² of retail accommodation in the ground floor of Block B, which was initially designed as

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Landscaping, common courtyards and street furniture offer cohesion to the eight separate blocks

seven units.Two of these units have now been merged to provide sufficient space for a Lidl store and other tenants secured for the scheme include Greggs, Domino’s Pizza and fast food outlet,Wok ‘n’ Go. Finally, the construction programme also included a total of 42,000ft² of light industrial space: a 15,000ft² unit has been constructed for fitted kitchen specialist Magnet, whose former store was one on the Chettles Yard Retail Park adjacent to the disused transport depot and was demolished to make way for part of the student accommodation.There is also a 27,000ft² building which has been constructed with removable dividing walls to create seven units of varying dimensions which can be reconfigured to suit the needs of tenants.

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The scheme includes 19,000ft² of retail accommodation in the ground floor of Block B

Landscaped area The 10-acre site sits amongst a series of previous developments including both student accommodation and residential apartments and the scheme has been

Greenhouse designed to complement the existing landscape with blocks ranging in height up to six storeys and a range of cladding used.

The blocks have been arranged around a central landscaped area and the ground floor retail in Block B, creating a sense of community within a secure environment.

scheme, environmental considerations have become increasingly important for universities and developers.This trend is reflected in the design, specification and construction of the Chettles Yard scheme, particularly in the use of biomass boilers which use locally sourced wood pellets from young willow plantations as fuel.

Across the eight residential blocks, the accommodation is arranged in clusters, providing the option of either studio apartments or 3-5 bedroom apartments with en-suite study bedrooms and communal kitchen and living/dining area.

There are two biomass boilers located in

the two main plant rooms in blocks D and F and all eight blocks draw their hot water supply from these. Meanwhile, heating is supplied by an electric heating system which is on a restricted usage mechanism, allowing tenants to choose from a half hour, hour or two hour boost button.

“The thermal performance of the building is such that the rooms are pleasantly warm Variety has been designed into the scheme with the use of variation in building height and the cladding materials used

While variety has been designed into the scheme with the use of variation in building height and the cladding materials used, all eight blocks follow the same construction of steel framed structure with concrete floors and block work up to first floor level, followed by cladding and render.

Pre-fabrication “The finishes used included Alocbond, Trespa, copper and render in various colours, which, combined with uniform building design and varied building heights help to balance cohesion with a sense of community,” described Ocon’s project manager, Malcolm Lyon. “It’s an approach driven by both the planners and the architects and the net result is a development that looks welcoming and complements the buildings around it.”

The development was constructed to answer the university’s urgent need for increased student accommodation, which is reflected in the phased handover and fast progress of the build. One of the key elements in achieving this was Ocon’s use of pre-fabricated bathroom pods which arrived on site with services already preinstalled.

“When you consider that every one of the 1,096 student rooms has its own en-suite facility, that’s a lot of bathrooms!” Malcolm exclaimed. “Pre-fabrication off site meant that we could get on with the programme and reduce the number of people and hours required on site, helping us to deliver each of the three phases on time and within budget.”

Environmental considerations While student comfort is paramount in the design of any student accommodation

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Greenhouse Facilities at the scheme include an onsite gym, a common room with a large screen TV and onsite laundries

The scheme comprises 1,096 student units in all

all year round without the heating but the heating facility is there should students need it,” Malcolm said. “However, by putting it on a limited use boost facility there is no possibility of wastage, keeping the building’s running costs and carbon footprint to a minimum.”

High IT specification An environmental theme includes secure storage provision for around 250 bicycles alongside extremely restricted car parking.

The appeal of the student accommodation lies not only in the en-suite rooms themselves but also in the facilities that the development provides.There is a manned reception area and security/concierge service on site in Block A. Other facilities at the scheme include an onsite gym in Block A which is free to use for all tenants, a common room with a large screen TV and onsite laundries.

The entire development has an extremely high IT and data cabling specification with high speed broadband available in all rooms and flexibility built into the electrical and data installation to enable easy upgrades in the future.

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A large complex scheme The outdoor space has also been given close attention with extensive landscaping, common courtyards and street furniture all designed to offer cohesion to the eight separate blocks and provide a community environment in which tenants can socialise and relax.This open plan feel is complemented by an emphasis on security and the fencing that encloses the development has been designed to be unobtrusive yet secure.The complex can only be accessed by an electronic fob, which also gives tenants access to their building, apartment and individual study bedroom.

The transformation of the Chettles Yard site from disused transport depot and shabby retail park to prestigious student accommodation and retail space is remarkable – not least because the process

has taken just three years from start to finish.

“Just building the number of student accommodation and retail units that we’ve delivered over the past three years would have been a big enough achievement in itself,” concluded Malcolm. “But this was a real brownfield site that required clearance and demolition work before we could even begin, along with a completely new road and sewer system to serve the new development. It’s Ocon’s wide ranging experience of student accommodation schemes that has enabled us to address the challenges of such a large and complex scheme within the available time frame.

The finished scheme will ensure that Nottingham’s student population can make the most of their education in secure, comfortable and quality surroundings.”

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Sustainability in Development A range of innovative technologies has been trialled in both retrofit and new build homes

Going the extra mile

Housing association Radian has won a 2011 Ashden Award for its achievement in retrofitting hard-to-treat homes to save energy and building new homes to high environmental standards. FC&A take a look at how this was accomplished.

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adian is a housing association operating in Southeast England, owning around 16,000 homes, providing accommodation for over 43,000 residents, and has some responsibility for the upkeep of a further 1,500 leasehold flats within blocks that it owns. It has 650 staff and in 2010 had an income of £105 million.

All social housing providers in the UK have to meet the Decent Homes standard, but Radian has gone far beyond this, retrofitting all its properties, including many hard-totreat homes, to bring their CO2 emissions and fuel bills down and ensuring that new build homes significantly exceed the current minimum standards for energy efficiency. Radian has not just used the tried and tested methods to achieve this, but has piloted many new technologies, resulting in it being one of the leading authorities on low-carbon retrofit and new build in the UK.

Radian uses contractors to construct new homes, but carries out most of the retrofit and maintenance work using its own direct labour organisation, Radian Services, and brings in contractors where necessary.

A retrofit show home, next door to one in progress

In general, Radian has found that it is possible to build homes to Code 5 standards for about £1,450 per square metre and Code 6 for around £1,600 per square metre, compared to £1,200 for the minimum Code 3 that they are required to meet.

Cost-effective measures Two different methods of retrofitting to improve energy efficiency are used

by Radian.The first is to include the retrofit within the planned maintenance programme, replacing windows, boilers, etc. with more efficient versions as they reach the end of their lives.The second method is to carry out an intensive ‘whole house’ retrofit, where all the work needed

to bring a home up to a high standard of energy efficiency is done over the course of a couple of months.

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Sustainability in Development Radian has typically achieved a doubling in the improvement of air tightness post-retrofit

Key information Radian’s works include over 11,600 cavity walls and 12,100 lofts insulated; 200 solidwalled properties insulated externally; 11,800 homes fitted with replacement double glazing; 12,000 condensing boilers installed; 435 kWp of solar PV, 115 solar hot water systems and 232 heat pumps installed. Annual CO2 emissions have been reduced by 34,000 tonnes/year, or 34%, since 1996. 5.3% of Radian’s recent new build homes reach Level 4, 5 or 6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes, when the legal minimum for housing associations is only Level 3.

43,750 residents are benefitting from reduced fuel bills and improved comfort, as a result of the following measures: Radian’s residents are consulted throughout building projects, sometimes allowing them to choose

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whether their neighbourhood is retrofitted or demolished and replaced with new homes.

Radian has part funded training courses in retrofitting and microgeneration for over 100 contractors and its own maintenance staff, building up the local capacity to deliver more of this work in future.

Radian has published information on the new technologies it has trialled, enabling other housing providers and developers to learn from its experience.

Radian is one of the lead partners developing the Revolving Retrofit Guarantee Fund, which will make finance more easily accessible to homeowners and social housing providers to retrofit properties to improve energy efficiency.

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residents must also be relocated while the work is carried out, but the advantage is that the home will then need no further work for many years. Radian selects which approach to use according to the current state of the housing, available finances and the wishes of the residents.

For older homes that need retrofitting, Radian plans projects to use the most costeffective measures, progressively adding the less cost-effective ones until the desired energy efficiency is achieved. Homes with solid walls are classed as ‘hard-to-treat’, and these are surveyed with a thermal imaging camera before and after retrofitting, to ensure the best measures are not just selected but also correctly installed. Radian also undertakes pre- and post-retrofit air tightness testing and in certain cases intermediate stage air and smoke pressure testing.

Passive measures Loft and wall insulation are always used when possible, as these deal with the most

Sustainability in Development significant heat losses from any home.

Double-glazed windows are also installed whenever possible, dealing with draughts and external noise as well as reducing heat loss. Any remaining draughts are then sealed, and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery is routinely added to kitchens and bathrooms.

Radian has typically achieved a doubling in the improvement of air tightness postretrofit. Having installed passive measures, installing a condensing boiler and low energy lighting throughout the house bring further savings, and by this point a hard-totreat property has been brought up from a SAP energy rating of mid 40s to low 80s, or just below Code for Sustainable Homes Level 3. Adding solar water heating and solar PV can then bring the home up to high 80s, or even into the 90s in some cases – these are equivalent to Code Level 4.The typical CO2 emission reduction for a hard-to-treat retrofitted home including a solar PV installation is 80%.

Sustainably sourced For new build homes, meeting at least Code Level 3 of the Code for Sustainable Homes is compulsory for housing associations receiving funding from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), but a proportion of Radian’s new build goes beyond this, meeting levels 4 to 6.The

technology Radian uses for new build is similar to that for retrofit, except that the walls are often built using various types of prefabricated (MMC) systems such as sustainably sourced closed panel timber frame.The mechanical ventilation with heat recovery used in new build is usually a whole-house system, rather than individual units in the bathroom and kitchen. Solar water heating and solar PV technology is also required to achieve the higher code levels.

In both retrofit and new build homes, Radian has trialled a range of innovative technologies, often in partnership with other organisations, such as the Building Research Establishment (BRE), the Energy Saving Trust (EST), the Environment Agency (EA) and the Technology Strategy Board (TSB).The technologies trialled include: Aerogel to insulate floors using very thin layers, avoiding expensive work to stairs and doors that would have been required with thicker insulation.

Rainwater harvesting, using buried storage tanks and pumps, and also using small-scale systems with tanks in lofts, along with metering to measure the impact.

Ground source heat pumps and hybrid systems combining a solar thermal collector and an air source heat pump to provide space and water heating.

Insulation is one of the most cost-effective energy-saving procedures

Waste water heat recovery systems.

For each technology, Radian has carried out detailed reviews of their performance and made the results freely available on their website and via extensive programmes of dissemination ranging from local schools to the European Parliament.

Radian is aiming to ensure that new build homes meet or exceed Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 whenever affordable, and is also continuing with its monitoring programme, feeding the results into decisions on new build and retrofit projects. It also continues to publish its findings and hold annual conferences on sustainability issues. www.ashdenawards.org

Paul Ciniglio, Radian’s Sustainability Manager

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Voice of the Industry

Our friends in the north Devereux’s first project run entirely from the Manchester office, an elderly persons’ mental health unit at Rotherham Hospital

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ithin the last five years Devereux Architects has evolved from a Londonfocussed practice into a national and international business with a significant number of offices throughout the UK and worldwide. In 2010, this huge expansion was recognised by the award for the Fastest Growing Practice of the Year by a leading industry league table compiler.

Identifying business opportunities across the country (and the world) is one thing, but how do you successfully tap into them? Caroline Richards from Devereux Architects talks about her experiences of setting up a regional office for the international architectural practice and shares some advice on how to establish a new network to capitalise on opportunities. established a loose alliance with a local practice, but we felt that we were missing out on key projects by not having a physical presence in the area. I saw the enormous potential for our core sectors of health and education and spent time putting in the groundwork and making contacts.

Whilst some of this growth has been organic – being in the right place at the right time to win the right work – much of the change has been driven by a focussed business plan. In 2006 Devereux Architects merged with PM Group, Ireland’s largest engineering and project management firm and soon after acquired Dewj’oc Architects based in the north east of England.

Capitalise on opportunities There was always a strong desire within the practice to establish a presence in the North West. So in 2009 I was tasked with opening an office in Manchester to realise this and capitalise on the opportunities in the surrounding area. It was effectively starting an office from scratch, with the added pressure of moving into this region during a prolonged downturn in the design and construction sector when others were closing offices and moving away.

Prior to opening the Manchester office, Devereux Architects had worked on prospects in the North West from our head office in London.We’d also

Our confidence in moving into this region was founded on extensive research, not just on current opportunities but on proposed regional redevelopment plans. In

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Caroline Richards, Devereux Architects

addition to being the fastest-growing city region outside of London, Manchester is the second largest urban zone in the UK. It benefits from a strong local council that spends a lot of time bringing investment into the Greater Manchester and north west area. It also has excellent national and international travel links. ▼

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Voice of the Industry addition to being an architect engaged in project running and client liaison. I could be negotiating the best office lease one minute and advising clients on sustainability issues the next.

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A crucial part of our success in integrating into the region is making clear to our clients and connections that we are here to stay and grow the business for the long term. Manchester, like other development hubs in the UK, is a city that relies heavily on contacts and the trust built up between firms and people over many years of working together. Moving into the region was not a short term option for us and our strategy from the start has been to create an office that is fully rooted here.

Our launch party in 2009 took place at the prestigious Manchester Art Gallery and we carefully chose the venue and guest list to ensure maximum interest from the local property, development and construction community.

Never stop networking Networking is essential if you want to raise your profile with new contacts. It is also hugely important for reminding existing contacts that you are still there and for sharing ideas and discussing upcoming opportunities. Over time I have seen the best and the worst of people at networking events and I have reached a few fundamental rules that I try and follow whenever possible.

Whilst fun at first, it is not a good thing to be known as someone that will turn up at the opening of an envelope! I have learnt to be selective about what events I turn up to as you can not go to all.

I try and plan ahead for whom I want to meet and what my purpose is, otherwise I find myself talking to the people I do know and not meeting any new ones.

I try to keep in touch with my key contacts on a regular basis. Over time some of them have become friends

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rather than acquaintances. A coffee, a call or just a news update is enough. Never stop communicating – I find that LinkedIn is a great tool for this.

I understand that networking takes time.

It is not a matter of littering a room with business cards and expecting people to call you. It is about the creation of a network of people that you trust and who trust you; this can take weeks, months or even years.

Make sure you write on their card where you met them, what you spoke about and then follow up with any actions you promised.

If you can pass on a tip, a name or even an introduction this will add value to you and to your network.

If you are new to networking it can be pretty daunting. In the early days I found that circulating with a colleague or friend was a good way to meet people, until you gain the confidence to go it alone.

There are a couple of associations and groups that meet regularly in the region and I have pinpointed the ones that interest me the most. If you are new to an area this is the best way of starting off and meeting people. In particular, I enjoy membership of the Forum for the Built Environment and we are considering joining the local Chamber of Commerce. As time goes by and your network increases, I have found that opportunities to attend lectures and seminars increase, as does your profile.

As well as ensuring that our practice profile is increased in the region through a combination of marketing activities, I am also responsible for running the Manchester office. I have to be skilled in all aspects of business administration in

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Communication is key In order to promote our services, find opportunities and utilise the skills of our staff, we all need to communicate.

Essential for this is a clear link between all the Devereux Architects’ offices both in communication and IT links. As we have grown quickly as a company with multiple UK and international offices, we have had to work hard at determining successful methods of communication between offices. Invariably we use conference calls and more recently live video streaming for presentations and updates. Our CRM package is an online network of information that includes data bases of current and potential clients as well as standard presentations, sector-based profiles and CVs of all staff.The beauty of this system is that as an internet-based portal it can be accessed, updated and managed from anywhere around the world.

The success of our communication systems ensures that we work nationally as one organisation.This is essential for our work on public sector projects where we can reinforce our existing frameworks within the regions ensuring true local representation. Our most recent successes on the ProCure 21+ framework have benefited from this strategy, with our first ProCure 21+ project won from the Manchester Office earlier this year at Warrington Hospital and the London office has secured a further three to date.

This follows on the back of the successful completion of our first project run entirely from the Manchester office, an elderly persons’ mental health unit at Rotherham Hospital.

Our steady success in establishing a local presence has taken time and effort.

If I had to list my key tips I would say that the following would be at the top: have a clear and detailed business plan; invest in technology especially when it comes to databases and IT infrastructure; communicate with your other offices and colleagues on a regular basis; and never stop networking.

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Renewable Energy

Nu-Heat: getting it right Nu-Heat Underfloor & Renewables offers a combination of product knowledge and design expertise to ensure the correct specification of their renewables range which includes heat pumps and solar thermal.

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nrealistic claims are sometimes made about the performance of heat pump systems, but as long as the heat pump has been sized correctly, there is sufficient insulation, and the most efficient emitters have been chosen, there is no reason for a system not to meet the required heating needs of a property.

A crucial decision to be made is whether to specify a ground source or an air source heat pump.There is no doubt that a ground source heat pump, that takes energy from the top layer of the earth is the more efficient of the two options. However, installation will require land approximately two and a half times the internal floor space in order to lay the ground loops or a capacity to drill boreholes directly down. Air source heat pumps are simpler to install as the only requirement is for space near an outside wall for the unit to be located. Both types of installation are likely to need a plant room, although this can potentially be a space such as a garage, particularly in retrofit.

When the choice of heat pump type has been made, it is then absolutely crucial that the heat pump is sized correctly. Nu-

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Heat’s in-house development team has created ‘Predictor’, a specialist software programme that takes published data from a variety of heat pump manufacturers into a common platform, so performance levels of any model of any make can be compared easily.

Simulation programme Predictor runs a simulation of performance over an average year, based on local monthly weather data and taking account of the changing seasons. It uses the daily temperature cycle for the simulations meaning that it includes cold nights and warm days, unlike other simulation programmes that ignore the fact that the heat pump has to respond to increases and decreases in temperature.

Adding a solar thermal element to the system removes as much as 60% of the requirement for a heat pump to meet the domestic hot water requirement for a property, although it is perfectly capable of doing all of it. Nu-Heat’s solar thermal design and sizing process has been developed in conjunction with European solar design software,TSol and the government’s SAP building regulations assessment criteria.

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Aesthetic benefits Nu-Heat also has nearly twenty years’ experience of working with underfloor heating, an excellent option for use with heat pumps and integrated renewable systems, helping to achieve maximum efficiency and improved heating bills.

The technology offers aesthetic benefits, allowing exceptional design freedom and allowing every available bit of floor and wall space to be put to practical use.

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Staircases & Balustrades

l, u if t u a e b : e ir h Sapp practical, safe When it comes to designing a new balustrade project, Sapphire’s Marketing Manager Nick Haughton says safety comes before beauty.

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uilding regulations in the UK are strict, and when it comes to balustrades, balconies and handrails, safety is a number one priority. But one rule cannot cover every application. Each situation must be looked at independently of another, and the likely users taken into account at the design stage. For example, in a school there must be no opportunity to easily climb a balustrade; in an elderly care home climbing is unlikely to be a problem but accidental falls need to be taken into account. Every project has different criteria that need to be considered at an early stage of the design process.The consequences of not doing so can be fatal.

Our RIBA Approved CPD presentation specifically includes examples of tragic accidents where falls from balustrades have cost lives; the drunken man who fell over the balustrade in a stairwell because the handrail was too low and not in line with current regulations; a nine-year–old girl who fell backwards when sitting on a balustrade guarding a two metre drop; a toddler who fell down the side of an escalator, falling 100ft and sustaining life threatening injuries. In each case a different design with safety in mind might have prevented the accidents – higher handrails, non-climbable balustrades, improved design around the end of escalators.There will always be the thrill-seeker who wants to show off and risk their life, but if balustrade projects are always designed with safety in mind then it will make it harder for people to take risks or for accidents to happen.

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encourages architects and designers to go beyond beauty.Videos, technical drawings and photography are included to help architects and designers learn more about balustrades. And the presentation is intentionally strong on the importance of safety because it’s important to get it right.

Beautiful & Safe A safe balustrade doesn’t mean a compromise on aesthetics. Sapphire manufactures, supplies and installs products which are both beautiful and safe. Our reputation is built on making and delivering high quality elegant balustrade and handrail systems, adding stunning visual impact to many projects.Working closely with architects, designers and building professionals we pride ourselves on our lasting relationships with customers – relationships built on providing great products and practical designs.

Our CPD presentation aims to inspire the audience with innovative ideas and solutions that enhance the aesthetics and longevity of projects. But it also

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SAS and Support every step of the way Our commitment to safety starts long before the finished installation.We guide customers every step of the way so they arrive at the correct solution for each project.We understand the pressures architects, contractors and developers face so it’s important our expertise and support helps them to complete projects on time, within budget and in line with regulations.This led us to develop SAS (Structural Assessment System) – a unique tool for bespoke structural calculations for individual balustrade and handrail projects or associated metalwork and glazing.With SAS we can assess whether a proposed design is structurally sound and fit for purpose, giving architects piece of mind in their project designs.

While beauty and looks are important – it’s what sells the project – encompassing quality and safety in projects is even more critical. It means tragic deaths or severe injuries like the ones demonstrated here can be avoided. sales@sapphiresouthern.com

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Doors & Windows

An open and shut case These days it seems everything we do is governed by more and more regulations and standards, and aluminium and steel windows and doors are no exception to this rule. Marc von Briel, Managing Director, Schueco UK Limited, offers a brief guide to understanding the UK regulations and standards for windows and doors.

A reduction in CO2 emissions is the main objective of Document L

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pecification requirements are determined not only by Building Regulations but also by organisations such as Secured

by Design and The Building Research Establishment, who in turn refer to various British and European standards.To cover all these areas would require a book on the subject so this short article will look at four topical subjects: thermal insulation, security issues, environmental matters and fire-safety precautions.

The first of these, thermal insulation, is dealt with by Document L of the Building Regulations for the complete building envelope. As is well known, these are being increased at regular intervals as governments all over Europe strive to meet mutually agreed and legally binding targets to reverse – or at least arrest – climate change and save energy.

Improved insulation The current 2010 version is designed

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to reduce CO2 emissions both in new buildings and existing buildings that are being modified.The typical maximum ‘U’ window values required for modifications to existing buildings (1.6 – 1.8 W/m2K), are more onerous than for new buildings (2.0 – 2.2 W/m2K), which are able to benefit from a variety of improved insulation measures in walls, floors, roofs, heating and ventilating systems etc.

With further changes to Document L in 2013 and beyond, it is possible that tripleglazed windows could become the norm and consequently fenestration system companies must be ready with products that can accommodate heavier and thicker glazing units. Schueco’s best selling range of AWS windows and ADS doors already meet these higher levels of insulation performance and indeed can already offer windows delivering a ‘U’ value as low as 0.8 W/m2K, which means they are achieving PassivHaus standards of ultra-low energy use.

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Marc von Briel, Managing Director, Schueco UK Limited

With a reduction in CO2 emissions being the main objective of Document L, it is worth noting that aside from better insulation and more efficient H & V, there are other ways of achieving this aim.These include new forms of thin-film which can be integrated into the building as part of a

Doors & Windows glazed façade or as a cladding system for both new and existing buildings.Thin-film PV is ideally suited to the UK climate because it can generate electricity even in overcast conditions thereby reducing the power that needs to be supplied by the grid and helping to lower the CO2 emissions associated with large-scale energy generation.

Security issues have has accelerated in importance in recent years, largely as a result of the police initiative Secured by Design

Security specification The second subject, security issues, has accelerated in importance in recent years, largely as a result of the police initiative Secured by Design (SBD).This is not a standard but a specification of basic building design criteria aimed at reducing the opportunity for crime.

For windows and doors, SBD requires products to be tested and third-party certified to a variety and, some would say, competing standards e.g. BS 7950, PAS 24, LPS 1175 or WCL.This can be confusing for specifiers and pose a dilemma for manufacturers when making investment decisions.

It is to be hoped that, following the longawaited publication in June of BS EN 1627: 2011, both SBD and specifiers will adopt this new European security standard. Its major benefit is that one standard covers all windows, doors, curtain-walling, grilles and shutters with six levels of resistance according to perceived threat. Applying this standard, architects will find it easier to determine the correct security specification and to compare similar products on offer, while manufacturers can rationalise their product development and reduce testing costs.

Green credentials The third subject, environmental matters, involves the consideration of a number of environmental factors.Windows and curtain walling are now increasingly required to show tangible green credentials usually in the form of ratings from the BRE’s Green Guide for BREEAM projects.

Here the product material is graded against fifteen environmental factors including end-of-life waste-disposal and eco-toxicity to land – the end result being a summary rating classed A, B, C etc.

Additionally, systems companies with BS EN ISO 14001 (the Environmental

Management System standard), will be of benefit to architects and developers who are seeking credits for their BREEAM buildings. However, over and above individual scores for product details, the most important aspect overall is the minimising of energy use and CO2 emissions.Thus windows and curtainwalling that provide the highest levels of insulation will be of most interest to those drawing up specifications for BREEAM schemes.

Fire performance The fourth subject pertinent to windows and doors, is Part B of the Building Regulations which deals with fire safety.

To comply with the regulations, all such products should be tested to BS EN 1364 and BS EN 1634 and classified to BS EN 13501-2.The classification includes performance information about how many minutes fire and/or heat is held back.

Along with fire, smoke is a real hazard and in fact more lives are lost through smoke inhalation than from the effect of flames. Since 2006, natural smoke and heat

exhaust ventilators known as SHEVS have been required to meet BS EN 12101-2.

These ventilators are windows which automatically open in the event of a fire to remove smoke and heat as quickly as possible from the building in order to give occupants more time to escape before the fire services arrive.

The new standard states that the windows, components and actuators must all be tested together and that only a successfully tested combination can lay claim to being classed as an approved system.

Only qualified persons are allowed to commission a SHEVS system in a building.

In conclusion, it seems inevitable that with ever-increasing numbers of technical regulations and ever-more stringent standards being applied, companies supplying the window, door and façade sector such as Schueco will need to be able to sustain a high level of ongoing investment in new product technology, even in the challenging economic climate that exists today.

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Legal & Business

Removing the barriers Inclusion, within the context of the built environment, is providing a physical and managerial setting which supports equality in use. Adjustments may need to be made to the build or operations to enabling equality. Access consultant Jane Simpson explains the requirements.

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he Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and now the Equality Act (EA) are often misunderstood and feared, particularly, when this concerns ensuring that a building is ‘inclusive’. The legislation does not require that all buildings and their surroundings are fully inclusive. However, it does require that disabled people’s needs are met and that they have equal access to goods and services (including most forms of transport), education, employment, buying and renting and functions carried out by public bodies.

Why provide accessible premises?

Disabled people, their family and friends welcome accessible services and facilities.

The DDA has been replaced by the EA (2010), however it is still the premise that measures should be reasonable within the context of services provided, existing conditions and the ability to pay. It must be borne in mind that whilst the ability to pay is a consideration, the legislation has been in existence since 1995 and it would be difficult to use financial concerns as a reason not to have taken reasonable measures.

The Process to an Inclusive Environment It is not as complicated as you might think.

Here is the methodology that I use when approaching any potential building project.

Risk Assessment: In order to establish the design criteria for the project, it is

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essential to carry out a risk assessment.

This will clearly interrogate contractual, statutory obligations, regulatory requirements and best practice guidance, applicable to each project and client.

Establishing the Criteria: To provide the appropriate inclusive environment, sources of best practice guidance should be identified and agreed.Where local or client design guidance exceeds current expectations, conflicts in respect of design criteria should be addressed and agreement sought as to the required approach.

Operational Review: The EA is concerned with equality; this relates to not only the built environment but also the way in which premises are provided, managed, maintained and monitored.

Operational policies can impact heavily on the environment. Important areas to be reviewed identified and clarified are opening times, peak periods, staffing levels, security and population demographics.

Existing Site Conditions: Refurbishment or alterations may warrant an access audit to establish any barriers which may affect the proposals.This would be a strategic review against the proposed design and intended usage. For new build, a site analysis, including site levels, proposed internal and external levels would be required.

Design Team Consultation: Once the above has been completed a systematic strategic design review of the scheme should be undertaken, this could include: immediate surroundings and

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infrastructure site design and approaches building design detailed drawings Ongoing Advice: Advice should be provided to the design team throughout the process. A close out report could be provided at relevant stages.

Consultation: There may be a duty to consult and involve disabled people.

Access Statement: An Access Statement is an indication of the level of inclusion provided; it is also a useful tool for consultation and sign off purposes. It could embrace a variety of elements including approach, parking, drop-off, entrances, circulation, sanitary, other facilities and detailed elements, such as signage.

Means of Escape: The Regulatory Reform Orders require a risk assessment to be undertaken. During the design, construction and operation of the building, it is necessary to ensure the safe evacuation of all. Areas to be considered are fire compartments, sprinklers, use of lifts for evacuation, refuges, staircase design, flashing beacons and paging systems.

Handover: At handover, it is recommended that there is an Access Statement which outlines the measures taken and clarifications agreed during the design and construction process. It will require regular updating and may include operational policies such as staff training requirements, customer care information and maintenance and repair policies. www.janesimpsonaccess.com

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Heating & Plumbing

g n i k n i Th d a e h a Renewable heating technologies are making the early design of heating systems into buildings more important than ever, explains Paul Dunnings, commercial area business manager for Viessmann.

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sk any heating systems manufacturer what would make life easier in terms of working with architects and consulting engineers on construction projects, and the answer would be “to be admitted to the design process as early as possible”.This has always been the case, even when dealing with conventional boilers and technologies that have been around for decades.

However, renewable heating systems, including solar thermal, solar PV, CHP modules, heat pumps and biomass boilers, bring a new set of challenges ranging from product specification, controls, system design and integration to location and housing of plant within the building. In such a relatively new market where experience and education levels within the architecture industry are so varied, it is vital that heating systems manufacturers are consulted at the

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outline design stage.

Designing heating and renewable systems with the building ensures that the correct system is specified and the required space is available for the plant. A fact that is commonly overlooked is that renewable systems often require additional space to conventional heating systems.This could be a plant room for additional heating water cylinders or pumps or exterior locations for solar panels, for example.

Many properties for which solar has been identified lack sufficient, unshaded surface areas on which to lay the required number of collectors.

Consideration phase Plant is easier to install with less likelihood of delay or on-site issues if the manufacturer gets involved early enough. It is not just space for the solar panels themselves that is important; there

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needs to be a safety perimeter in which the installer can work plus room for safety cables. Access for scaffolding is also important.

Exploring the detail of heating options early provides a longer consideration phase in which the manufacturer and architect are able to evaluate a greater choice of products and solutions which would lead to greater efficiency and savings.Viessmann can run a series of usage simulations, balancing different combinations of technologies based on indepth technical knowledge. Architects can consider better how the use of the building could be enhanced by the heating/climate technology and factor this into the building design.

Harmonious design Architects concerned with the final visual appearance of the building can design the

Heating & Plumbing Botwell Green Leisure Centre in London where 32 Vitosol solar panels cover 96 m2 in all to produce 647 kWh/m2 per year

Architects concerned with the final visual appearance of the building should consult the manufacturer at the earliest opportunity for collaboration on design ideas

information on the latest technologies and systems design. Or too often, the manufacturer is brought in at the detailed design phase when key decisions have already been made; decisions that can’t be changed without significant expenditure and project delay. Poorly designed plans often result in the tendering process having to start again from scratch.

building to accommodate and hide the heating/climate technology, finishing with a much more harmonious design and less intrusion or no intrusion from the heating/ climate system and its components.

Increasingly,Viessmann is working with architects to reduce the cost of heating systems controls, reporting and maintenance.This is something that also has to be considered in the early design phase when specifying plant to budget.Through the latest, fully-integrated renewable heating controls, expensive BMS controls can be eradicated, often saving thousands of pounds in capital costs and additionally delivering substantial operational efficiency gains.

The best time to involve the heating systems manufacturer is during the concept and design development parts of the design phase. It is valuable to be able to consider feedback from the initial planning application, for example, on hearing that a local authority demands a further 25% reduction in carbon.This is the crucial stage, where architects and engineers draw up a list of possible alternative strategies and where the manufacturers’ influence on technology selection can have a significant impact on the success of the project.

Although something of a comfort blanket to facilities managers and a popular tactic to acquire a good BREEAM credit rating, heating systems actually integrate more effectively without third party controls or a BMS.This is particularly the case when using plant from a single source, which is possible when a product range encompasses all fuel types. Using the same control platform for all technologies sequences and allows a greater dialogue and management between the technologies for a fraction of the cost.

Operational efficiency Unfortunately, it is not always the case that the engineers are up-to-date with

Awareness is growing Many of Viessmann’s clients have successfully switched to using the heating

system’s own controls, saving money by not paying for the same functionality twice.

By reducing the number of suppliers, all elements of the renewable heating system are sourced from one company and the end-user has only one point of call.

As with any new technology, awareness grows with time, and we are constantly seeing lessons being learned and fewer corrective actions needing to be made.

Many of the big architects firms and their new breed of sustainability architects, as well as consultant engineers and specifiers, are gaining valuable experience and creating efficiently-designed, well-specified, easy-tomaintain efficient heating systems that suit the needs of the building, save customers’ money and lower carbon emissions.While provisions for heating and climate control are still often seen as a “necessary evil”, demand for carbon reduction is being driven by customers and this presents opportunities for both architects and manufacturers.

Paul Dunnings, commercial area business manager,Viessmann

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Design & Desire

Colour-coded culture London Metropolitan University recently revealed a spectrum of refurbished facilities following a major construction project by Cartwright Pickard Architects (CPA) and Mace.

FC&A take a look around.

Each site is accentuated by a colour scheme to aid navigation for students and visitors

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Design & Desire reiterated by the accompanying soft furnishings, to aid navigation for both students and visitors alike.

CPA’s design has transformed the dated library in the Learning Centre into bright, calming and flexible workspaces.

Existing walls were demolished to create a large, airy open-plan working environment, implementing a variety of seating arrangements to cater for all studying methods. Passive surveillance and wayfinding are encouraged, with all areas of the library visible from the main entrance.

Adaptability of the space means workspaces are easily modifiable to future learning needs

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artwright Pickard Architects (CPA) and Mace have recently overseen the completion of the refurbishment of four London Metropolitan University (LMU) facilities, the Tower Building and Learning Centre, Holloway Road at the London North campus, and Moorgate and Central House on Whitechapel High Street at the London City campus.

Mace and CPA were commissioned under a single procurement by the university for their ambitious cross-campus

refurbishment project.The aim of the project was to update and modernise the Learning Centre,Tower, Central House and Grade II-listed Moorgate buildings; and CPA’s design identified ways that areas that could be used more efficiently and introduced more informal learning spaces.

Colour scheme aids navigation Adaptability of the space was key to the designs, ensuring that the workspaces are easily modifiable to future learning needs.

Additionally each site is accentuated by a colour scheme as defined by LMU,

Informal study area In the Tower Building, the difference implemented by CPA is profound.

Spontaneity is encouraged with the introduction of meeting places, touchdown benches and new coffee shop, including the striking Blue Met Lounge. In the previously unused atrium space, moveable soft seating, manufactured by Hitch Mylius, has been introduced to create a refreshed informal study area. Many historically redundant spaces throughout the campus are now utilised as learning spaces, such as the Tower’s ‘learning corridor’.

On the eastern edge of the City, a refurbishment of a different nature has simultaneously been completed. Due to part of the Moorgate site being a late Victorian, Grade II building, CPA was

In the previously unused atrium space, moveable soft seating creates a refreshed informal study area

The prevalence of load-bearing vaulted arches in the Moorgate site (a late Victorian, Grade II building) restricted structural amendments

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Design & Desire The Whitechapel High Street’s site’s transparent façade reveals the best of LMU’s striking new facilities

restricted to making minimal structural amendments due to the prevalence of load-bearing vaulted arches.

An atmospheric hub The architects have been sensitive to the existing fabric of the building, retaining and highlighting existing structures and features through the use of bold colour and lighting. Opening the space up, CPA has successfully created an atmospheric hub FC&A speak to James Pickard, joint founder of Cartwright Pickard Architects and director of the London office, about the LMU project.

Did you have any difficulties in meeting the client’s brief?

The brief was established and developed in close collaboration with LMU and the relevant stakeholders to ensure that their needs were identified and met.

Did the closeness to the listed buildings cause any changes in your initial ideas/design?

Works to the listed building were carefully considered and discussed with the conservation and planning officers during the design development stage and as such the initial design was always considerate of the listed building status.

What sustainability/energy efficiency features were incorporated?

Sustainability and energy efficient improvements were chosen based on the where they could most easily and cost

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area, encouraging informal learning on a group and individual basis.

Existing walls were demolished to create a large, airy open-plan working environment

To complete the spectrum of works, CPA has provided the Whitechapel High Street site with an engaging entrance, gallery space and gym.The transparent façade reveals the best of LMU’s striking new facilities while the updated and modernised resultant spaces bear testimony to their success, continuously buzzing with students. effectively be introduced into the existing buildings without compromising the use.

New lighting, heating and cooling systems provide enhanced energy efficiency.

The Learning Centre benefits from displacement ventilation and static cooling provided by chilled beams while cellular spaces are provided with new fan coil heating/cooling systems. Other areas have thermal wheels incorporated into the ventilation design to recoup 80-90% of energy. All pumps are inverter-driven, which means they only operate when required. Lighting is on a PIR system to ensure that they are only used when the space is occupied, and where possible efficient LED lighting has been introduced.

Can you tell us a bit more about the surveillance system?

Passive surveillance has been introduced where possible through the addition of windows and glazing onto external communal spaces which ensures these are both overlooked by the building’s occupants and helps create an active frontage and connection between inside

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and outside. Internally the openingup of existing cellular spaces and the introduction of glass partitions to new offices and meeting rooms ensures maximum visibility and surveillance for all users.

Did you use any unusual materials?

Durat was used on the reception desks and touch down benches because of its appearance, durability and because it’s made from 50% recycled materials.

Bespoke coffered metal ceiling tiles were introduced in the Learning Centre with integrated lighting to maximize the floor to ceiling height while covering the ductwork and chilled beams.

What is your favourite aspect of this design – and of what are you most proud?

The designs are flexible and robust allowing the University to adapt them to their needs thus future proofing the spaces. I’m most proud of the positive feedback from the students and faculty using the spaces!

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Developing for Disability

Care and y t i n u m m co Amid growing concerns about the supply of quality housing for older people in the UK, contractors are under even greater pressure to provide homes that enable individuals to remain independent in homes that suit their changing needs. John Parry, Operations Director of the Leadbitter Group’s Central Housing division, looks at how design, flexibility and originality are important factors in the construction of housing for the elderly.

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he UK’s ageing population brings with it the challenge of providing accommodation that helps ease the impact of impairments to mobility and sensory and mental faculties that come with old age. For example, around 820,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with dementia alone, so contractors need to design and build homes that cater for a diverse range of individual needs.This requires the creation of homes that aid mental well-being, security and comfort whilst remaining affordable. An example of this is Alexandra Place in Wokingham. A joint venture between Catalyst Housing Group and Wokingham Borough Council, this new development provides housing for the over 55s, with ten ground floor flats designed

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especially for people with dementia.

Built on the same footprint of a traditional care home that became outdated and was demolished in 2009, Alexandra Place provides 46 one bedroom and 18 two bedroom apartments that reflect the best of what supported housing has to offer.

While there is no standard blueprint for designing such housing, every step of the design process took into account the residents’ needs, ensuring that these homes will enable independent living for as long as possible.

Outdoor space For example, each apartment has space for parking a mobility scooter should residents become unable to walk from the central storage area to their apartments.

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Communal gardens designed for circular movements are just some of the specially incorporated features

By incorporating a cantilevered balcony design for the first and second floor apartments, residents have added outdoor space

All apartments also have access to outside space, which is accessible by wheelchair or mobility scooter.

By incorporating a cantilevered balcony design for the first and second floor apartments, residents have added outdoor space. Installed using steel beams built through the structure of each apartment and into the adjacent corridor walls, the balconies have no visible supports, creating clean lines which add to the attractiveness of the homes.The finish of reconstituted, maintenance-free decking and a half cedarclad, half glazed façade provides increased privacy, whilst maintaining light into the apartment.This is just one aspect of the design that makes these apartments so much more suitable to individual needs.

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Developing for Disability The complex includes an exercise room and spa, hairdressing salon, an IT café, a shop, and a restaurant with a fully equipped commercial kitchen

Different requirements Having two bedroom apartments in the development supports independent living by enabling residents to remain in their homes even if the time comes when they need 24 hour care and support, which is available from the on-site staff who provide care tailored to individual requirements.

Today the second bedroom may provide a place for family and friends to stay, but in the future it can provide a place for a care person to sleep.

During the design phase it is important not to concentrate on just one particular set of needs, such as mobility issues, but on as many different requirements as possible.

This is why Alexandra Place doesn’t merely focus on the physical impairments that come with old age, but also includes ten ground floor apartments especially designed for those with dementia.

Individual coloured doors with matching coloured key fobs, detailed signage on each door and communal gardens designed for circular movements are just some of the specially incorporated features.

Secured by Design Leadbitter is committed to the use of sustainable methods and technologies, and Alexandra Place is no exception, with the use of rainwater harvesting tanks and timber from sustainable sources. However, the safety and security of the residents was also central to the design of this project,

which is why the flat dormer roofs were covered using a single ply membrane in order prevent the theft of lead and zinc, further ensuring resident safety.

Alexandra Place has subsequently been awarded Secured by Design status – an initiative by the UK Police that promotes crime prevention at the design, layout and construction stages of homes and commercial premises.

Alexandra Place is much more than just a development of specially designed homes.

The complex includes an exercise room and spa, hairdressing salon, an IT café and

Easy access to first-class amenities makes independent living easier and more enjoyable

a shop and restaurant with fully equipped commercial kitchen, both run by Age Concern Slough & Berkshire East. Many of these facilities are designed for use by those with restricted mobility, such as a bath for assisted bathing, a therapy suite and a store for mobility scooters located in the reception area.

Independent living Every aspect of the design and construction of Alexandra Place makes clear that the focus is on allowing the residents to have easy access to a plethora of first-class amenities that make independent living easier and more enjoyable. Activity areas are found throughout the development where the residents can bring guests or socialise with their neighbours. All of these features mean that Alexandra Place has a five-star feel with a community focus throughout.

With the advice and guidance that is given from the care and health services at housing providers, contractors are now able to bring original concepts for providing homes for elderly people to life – concepts that make living easier, more comfortable and more secure for residents.

It is important that developers, builders and architects continue to bring innovative and original housing developments – such as Alexandra Place – to the forefront of elderly housing schemes.

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The Solution

Hoyles Shared Bathroom Solution is an effective way to utilise building space.

One bathroom between 2 rooms can save an entire bathroom worth of floor space plus the cost of the sanitary ware.

As well as the obvious money saving benefits the Shared Bathroom Solution provides secure door control, preventing the bathroom being used as a passageway and total privacy for its users. An incorporated advanced assistance alarm automatically releases a door if help is called for and prevents users from hogging the bathroom.

Two doors not enough? Why not add a third door for access from a corridor!

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Expo Preview

The Building Services Event!

Future construction and building maintenance will be explored at M&E-The Building Services Event 2011, held at Olympia on 11th & 12th October. Co-located with Total Workplace Management, The FM & Estates Event and Energy Solutions, if you’re in this sector it’s the place to visit!

Busy aisles at M&E 2010

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&E is expected to attract more than 8,000 attendees with an interest in a range of industry areas including refrigeration, air conditioning, electrical installation, plumbing, heating and ventilation.

As the UK’s only dedicated event for all building services this event is home to a wealth of free educational content, more than 300 exhibitors and a number of exciting feature areas. With education at the fore front of this industry, M&E sees the return of the CPD Theatre and the Training Academy, where a range of top industry experts will cover a vast array of important topics.

Whilst it is a key priority for the UK Government to boost confidence in the construction industry, encourage investment and stimulate growth; the environmental impact of a building has become increasingly significant following the stringent carbon emissions targets introduced by the Government and the latest changes to the Building Regulations.

Innovative action As a result, the challenge very much lies with the architect to meet the brief and

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design energy efficient buildings of the future; and for building services engineers, consultants, contractors and surveyors to work closely with one another in relation to the sustainability of the entire building envelope. The Government’s pledge to reduce UK carbon emissions by 20% by 2020 has therefore incentivised the growing utilisation of sustainable and innovative design techniques and construction methods.

Additionally, although relatively new to the UK, Passivhaus is now gaining more mainstream attention. This rigorous voluntary German energy efficient construction standard which incorporates passive design principles utilises free, renewable sources of energy including sun and wind to provide household heating, cooling, ventilation and lighting, thereby removing the need for mechanical heating or cooling.

Pioneering experts Sessions to note include an introduction to the selection of surge protection devices in BS7671 amendment 1 from Robin Earle Business at DEHN (UK), the latest innovations for Car Park Ventilation Systems from Erik Scheffrahn at Ventium Ltd and ‘How to convince your FD that

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CPD Seminar Theatre offers invaluable professional knowledge

reducing your energy consumption will unlock government incentive schemes, and satisfy your CO2 targets’ from Jeff House at Baxi Commercial Division.

Providing a platform for pioneering industry experts, the Innovation Showcase will play host to the likes of Mitsibushi Electric, KONE, Green Structures, plus many more industry leaders, demonstrating product innovations that will assist in saving energy and sustainability.

Home to over 150 hours of educational content this event is the UK’s largest exhibition dedicated to energy procurement, energy management and onsite renewables. All events are free to attend for pre-registered visitors.

For further information on M&E: The Building Services Event and to register for your free pass, visit www.buildingservicesevent.com and follow on Twitter @MandE_ Expo

Expo Preview Space Air addresses R22 phase-out at M&E Space Airconditioning plc, est 1980, is the UK’s only independent distributor of Daikin’s energy efficient heat pump / air conditioning technology, and will again be exhibiting at the Total Workplace Management Exhibition held at London’s Kensington Olympia on stand D90.

With over 30 years experience as a Daikin distributor, Space Air has gained a wealth of knowledge and expertise that enables them to facilitate and deliver a multitude of services and solutions.

Space Air will be offering expert advice and information on the current range of Daikin’s innovative, energy efficient air conditioning (Applied systems - VRV direct replacement, air-cooled, water-cooled and VRV TS, including hot water), heat pump (Daikin Altherma) and heat recovery ventilation products specifically for any R22 phase-out replacement programme under the European Community (EC) Regulation no. 2037/2000. From Dec 2014 it will become illegal to use HCFC R22, virgin or reclaimed, in any AC, heat pump or refrigeration equipment for service or

Evinox display COP 5 ASHP

conditioning legislation, F-Gas and the R22 phase-out regulation on Wednesday 12th at 10.40am.

Mike Nankivell Business Development and Marketing Director from Space Air will be presenting a CPD seminar entitled ‘Air conditioning a triple whammy’ covering Air

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AET showcases HVAC solutions

Visit Evinox at Stand A100 where their ModuSat heat interface units for communal heating systems will be on display, along with their COP 5 Air Source Heat Pump – one of the first in the UK market.

Technical sales specialists will also be on hand to discuss their full range of intelligent, integrated heating and hot water products. Evinox stands apart in its ability to recommend, supply, commission and support advanced, high performance mixed systems, drawing on extensive experience of both renewable and traditional technologies.

The company’s client list is diverse, including housing developers, Housing Associations, M&E consultants and contractors involved in public and private sector commercial heating projects. info@evinox.co.uk

maintenance purposes. Replacing your old system will also benefit in substantial energy savings, reduced CO2 emissions.

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AET will be unveiling exciting, new energy saving HVAC solutions for building owners, operators and services engineers on stand H100 at this year’s Energy Solutions Expo, co-located with M&E.The event will be used to launch Camel Solar, a collection of high-quality solar thermal panels for commercial applications. AET will also reveal a new range of absorption chillers, enabling engineers to use waste heat to produce chilled water sustainably, and, as part of its range of sustainable fit-out solutions, the company will exhibit its highly popular Flexible Space Concept, the world leader in underfloor air conditioning. aet@flexiblespace.com 024

Ideal solutions to cutting energy costs Ideal Commercial Heating will be showing its innovative range of renewables and energy-efficient boilers on stand D131.The Evomod is the brand’s first modular boiler to feature fully condensing technology, and widens the scope of Ideal’s modular output offering up to an impressive 1,000kW, while the Evomax wall-hung boiler is the highest efficiency boiler of its type to be produced by Ideal to date, and delivers the best full load efficiency in its class.There’s also the chance to find out more about the brand’s renewables range, which is characterised by its intelligent design, first-class engineering, simplicity of installation, and maximum value for money. press@idealheating.com 026 Respond online www.fca-magazine.com or using free reader enquiry card

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Invisivent®EVO AK The Invisivent®EVO is a self-regulating thermally broken flap ventilator.Thanks to the installation above the window frame, this vent is almost invisible from the outside when designed with a stepped head. From the inside you only see the internal tiplever.This vent allows you to ventilate your building without any disturbing influence from external noise (including those from a busy road) due to the acoustic version Invisivent®EVO AK.This acoustic version offers a maximum airflow of 12.9 l/s/m at 2Pa and a sound reduction in open position up to 49dB. This Invisivent®EVO AK was used in the Premier Inn in Medway Valley Leisure Park

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in Rochester.They were selected because they provide each room with the necessary acoustic rating specified in the Building Regulations Part E and are visual obtrusive.

Sonovent® RENSON® Sonovent® is a thermally broken acoustic vent which can be installed on glass or at transom. Sixteen options are on offer as there are four types, each with four different free area possibilities: Small, Medium, Large and XLarge (with an air slot of 10, 15, 20 or 25 mm).This acoustic vent offers a maximum airflow of 26.7 l/m/s at 2Pa. Equipped with non combustible mineral wool as noise-damping material, it provides an excellent attenuation figure whilst in open position: up to 56dB. The BREEAM ‘excellent’ SusCon (Sustainable Construction) Academy was built at The Bridge near the Dartford tunnel.This building uses passive ventilation and natural cooling techniques to minimise the energy needs.The self-regulating Sonovent® vent was used to maximise air flow but without compromising the acoustic comfort.

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Acoustic louvre panels and the Linius® Acoustic continuous louvre system The acoustic louvres and Linius® continuous louvre system of RENSON® are aesthetic aluminium solutions, allowing the passage of air in and out of buildings and blocking noise.

These blades consist of extruded aluminium sections with an inorganic mineral wool core (not flammable) and a perforated back.

They combine a high physical free area with an excellent sound reduction.Today, RENSON® offers a complete set of louvre panels and acoustic Linius® solutions with noise insulation Rw (C;Ctr) ranging from 6 to 17dB. The recently announced Linius® L.150ACS and L.150ACL blades combine a physical free area of 34,3 % with an excellent noise insulation 11 dB (ACS) or even 15dB (ACL).

Linius® L.150ACL blades were used for the Elbe Einkaufszentrum (mall) in Hamburg, Germany, where a guaranteed airflow needed to be combined with an excellent sound reduction, as the car park of this mall is right in the middle of the busy centre of town. info@rensonuk.net

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KLP® - sustainable solutions from recycled plastics!

Do you prefer solid and safe material that does not require maintenance?

Lankhorst offers durable and environmentally friendly customized solutions in recycled plastics!

As well as plastic poles and planks we also produce complete landing stages, street furniture, façade panels, bank protection and bridges. KLP® is our brand name for products made from 100% recycled plastics.

KLP® has the charming appearance and usability of wood, is easy to process, does not rot nor splinter, it will last decades and is maintenance free. KLP® products contribute to a better environment as they are made from recycled material and not chemically treated in any way. They will therefore not leach poisonous substances to the environment. The material has excellent anti slip properties, significantly better than wood. Plus, KLP® can be recycled again.

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The entire range of standard skylights are manufactured from our own suite of extruded aluminium profiles, which are all thermally broken with two polyamide insulating sections. The framework of all products also benefits from our unique Decorstop detail – which allows the plasterboard to be integrated within the frame, so as to minimise internal sight lines.

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings Sika’s secret fix

Optima wins at AIS Awards

Elmgrove House in South East London has been redeveloped to provide 119 affordable homes, featuring cladding as an integral part of the £16m development’s aesthetic.When a secret fixing method was needed to provide a seamless finish free from the visible clutter of mechanical fixings, specifiers turned to SikaTack Panel Adhesive from Sika. After the cleaning and preparation of contact points, powerful double-sided Sika Fixing Tape was applied to hold panels in place temporarily whilst the SikaTack Panel Adhesive cured. Following this, the adhesive was applied to the cladding and supports, which were fixed in place to form a permanent bond.

Optima Products has again proved its position as market leaders in partitioning systems at the Association of Interior Specialists (AIS) 2011 Awards by securing two awards in the partitioning category.The AIS Contractors Awards are presented annually to encourage high levels of craftsmanship across seven categories.Within the partitioning category, Moda Interiors won Gold for its installation at One Snow Hill, Birmingham and Optima Contracting won the Silver award for its installation at Lockton, a leading private equity firm. Both projects feature Optima’s Revolution 97 partitioning system. A fit out project for consumer products group PZ Cussons won an award for contractor Premier Solutions, also featuring Optima partitioning. action@optima-group.co.uk 031

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Dulux celebrates new website with prizes!

To celebrate the launch of its brand new website, Dulux Trade is giving away five iPads to lucky visitors.To be in with a chance of winning, entrants need to answer a simple question about the new website, which has been updated to help professionals access information on its high performance trade paint systems quickly and conveniently.

To be in the draw for one of the five iPads, entrants need to answer a simple question.While finding the answer to this simple question, visitors to the site will be able to explore the wealth of updated information now available on the website, and experience its more intuitive, userfriendly feel. duluxtraderesponse@tangerinepr.com

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Strata Versaflex: push, clip, and go!

Versaflex is the impressive new flooring system from Strata Tiles with a push, clip and go feature.

Unlike other clip tile systems,Versaflex allows for vertical tile lifting giving immediate access to under floor cables or quick tile changes. No grouting, no cementing, and no messy drying time make installations typically six times faster to lay than traditional floors.You can create any look you want with the Versaflex system.When it’s time to move, simply remove it and take it with you, or replace the modules to create a completely different design.

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Hoskins launch ZERO Brick CPD Following unprecedented interest in Vandersanden’s ZERO Brick, a comprehensive CPD training package is now available through exclusive UK distributors, Hoskins Brick.The CPD presentation has been specifically tailored in response to industry specific queries relating to ZERO Brick, which creates a joint-free appearance using traditional bricklaying methods. Participants are succinctly guided through the rationale behind the introduction of ZERO Brick and are provided with a series of real-life case studies highlighting the brick’s design capabilities.The presentation is delivered on or off site, allowing architects to benefit from having access to the very latest information available in a condensed format with minimal loss of time. sales@hoskinsbrick.com 034

Ancon are braced for impact!

Over 400 Tension Bars from Ancon Building Products have been installed on the Forsyth Barr stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand, where England will play their first three matches in the 2011 Rugby World Cup.The steel tension bars are installed in the roof and in the South and West stands of this brand new stadium,

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to brace the impressive overhead structural steelwork.The Ancon system includes bars with a special, high strength, rolled thread which was designed and tested to meet the specific dynamic conditions in the stadium roof, caused by wind loads. info@ancon.co.uk

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Floors, Walls & Ceilings Forbo shares carpet tile expertise in CPD seminar With its CPD entitled “Specifying Carpet Tiles for the Modern Commercial Environment” Forbo offers flooring specifiers the opportunity to look in depth at this increasingly popular style of floor covering and enhance their knowledge of manufacturing methods, advances in construction, new design opportunities and all relevant environmental considerations.

The RIBA certified seminar, one of seven now offered by Forbo, is designed to enable professionals to make more informed decisions and appropriate product choices when faced with the plethora of different ‘contract quality’ carpet tiles available in the market place.

The session covers the different yarn types used in tile manufacture and considers the latest advances in manufacturing technology such as the introduction of Infinity tufting machinery. It explores the full range of carpet tile constructions available, from low level loop pile to luxury fusion bonded

and the most sophisticated textured and random lay and batchless carpet tiles.These different styles can all be found in the Westbond and Tessera carpet tile portfolios from Forbo.

Seminar attendees will review various environmental ‘credentials’ pertinent to floor coverings in commercial buildings such as BREEAM accreditation, ISO 14001 certification,The Green Label Plus Scheme, LEED and involvement with Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK).

have gained a much deeper insight into the specification of carpet tiles in commercial environments and be able to assess the product offer, performance and credentials of suppliers with full confidence.

At the end of the seminar attendees should

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Osmo’s PolyxOil Rapid, complete treatment in just one day!

PolyxOil Rapid from Osmo UK is the premium, original hardwax-oil wood finish that delivers rapid drying times guaranteed to keep wooden flooring and all internal joinery as beautiful as the day it was first installed.

Conren Limited was founded in 1971 and in 2011 we will celebrate 40 years of manufacturing and installing specialist surfacing solutions.

Over the years our products have been used on many prestigious projects worldwide, for major blue chip clients and spanning a wide range of industry sectors.

• Professional natural looking superior finish for wood, cork and OSB floors

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• Extremely quick drying time, can apply two coats in one day • Available in Satin and Matt • Strong and durable, like a lacquer, as well as easy to spot repair

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Floor and Wall Coatings Heavynumber Duty Screeds • It Resin has been difficult to select just a• small of projects from each industry. the reverse of this calendar Anti-slip SystemsHowever, • Repair on Mortars • Waterproofing • we have included a snapshot of key projects from the past High Friction Anti-skid for Roads • Safety Play Surfacing four decades.

Thank you to all our customers over the last 40 years and we look forward to many more years of providing innovative resin surfacing solutions.

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Plain sailing for Kemper System!

Putting a boating lake on the roof might seem like a bonkers way to test the integrity of the waterproofing membrane but Kemper System’s Kemperol 2K-PUR system has passed with flying colours at Selfridges’ flagship Oxford Street store.

The landmark London department store has created the boating lake and a cocktail bar on its rooftop terrace.The innovative waterproofing system is the only weton-wet, solvent-free cold liquid applied membrane on the market, specifically formulated using vegetable oil, 80% of which is a renewable material derived from castor oil.The system is applied as a liquid that saturates and fully encapsulates a non-woven reinforcement fleece.

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Celotex Insulation academy’s choice The Richard Rose Central Academy is part of Cumbria County Council’s Academies programme, which will see £100m invested into four new facilities.

The building has been designed around a main atrium space. Externally, materials were chosen to ensure the building blended with the local vernacular, including pale red sandstone and mixed red brickwork.

To provide efficient insulation, Celotex CW4000 polyisocyanurate (PIR) boards were specified for use in the cavity walls. Featuring a low emissivity foil facing, it is manufactured from rigid PIR boards and uniquely reinforced with glass fibre. Incredibly efficient, they continually prove be more effective per mm than many other insulation materials. marketing@celotex.co.uk 040

Klober in RIBA award winning project Klober Wallint® 50 Vapour Control Layer has been used in Hudson Architects’ RIBA Award winning design of Bavent House, a striking new zinc and timber clad self-build near Southwold in Suffolk.Wallint 50 is a combined air barrier and vapour control layer which is used on the warm side of insulation in pitched roofs. It meets the requirements of BS9250 by providing a vapour resistance of 250MNs/g.The design was also a ‘Highly Commended’ entry in the 2011 Grand Designs’ Awards.

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Eurobond Rainspan opens the door to design The Eurobond Rainspan System now offers an even wider range of solutions with choices of colours and textures that open the door to new design possibilities.

From metallic to traditional brick, terracotta and warm wood finishes, Rainspan combines aesthetics, functionality and performance to offer the complete façade solution. Rainspan’s proven ‘life-ofthe-building’ performance and warranty offers a solution that delivers a fast track construction and the architectural excellence demanded from modern building envelopes.

• Rainspan Aerolite is a state of the art bonded and reinforced granite or stone tile.

• Rainspan ArGeTon is a stunning terracotta architectural facade system.

• Rainspan Corium combines the natural beauty of genuine brick with fast track installation. It offers a facing brick finish for projects where a cladding system is required rather than traditional masonry.

There are six Rainspan Systems that offer • Rainspan Parklex is a high-density full design flexibility and easy integration stratified timber panel finished with with other façades. natural timber veneers highly resistant to • Rainspan ACM is a metallic composite UV radiation and atmospheric agents. rainscreen system that can be supplied in • Rainspan Timber rainscreens provide a finishes from natural metals, to stone to warm natural finish and can be laid in a prismatic and everything in between. or horizontal format, with varying Tan Clear 185x122 advert_Layout 1 12/09/2011 vertical 12:00 Page 1

widths, wood species and finishes to give complete design freedom from a natural, renewable resource.

Installation of all Rainspan Systems is fast and easy and its long span can reduce secondary steelwork requirements and build costs.Thermal efficiency helps to reduce the carbon footprint and can help achieve BREEAM excellent rated buildings.

Rainspan Systems have been independently tested, including CWCT external building envelope and are manufactured and supplied under a quality system certified to BS EN ISO 9001: 2000 sales@eurobond.co.uk

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Shackerley adds A healthy flush from Technal new hospital building which provides state-of-the-art patient third dimension to Afacilities and a high quality healing environment features structural glazing from Technal to create a flush façade and flood the wards Sureclad with natural light. Fabricated and installed by Dortech Architectural Shackerley has extended the versatility and aesthetic appeal of its Sureclad ceramic granite ventilated cladding systems, with an innovative new styling option that literally adds a third dimension to its market leading facades. Sureclad ‘Classic Detail’ is a method of prefabricating large format ceramic granite panels in such a way that the resulting facade features recessed horizontal joints, delivering a style reminiscent of the elegantly dressed stone exteriors of many historic and prestigious municipal buildings found in major towns and cities across the UK and beyond.

Classic Detail can be used in conjunction with Shackerley’s Sureclad Hang On system, designed to cater for large format ceramic granite facade panels.The design feature can be incorporated into facades installed using panels of any size and the recessed joints can measure up to 50mm. Specifiers wishing to emphasise the effect further still may employ facade and infill panels of contrasting colourways.

Architects have long incorporated reveals and joint patterns to achieve scale and grandeur on elevations.The same effect can now be achieved with ceramic granite ventilated facades which, until now, have been thought of as being sleek, uniform and almost universally two-dimensional.

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Systems, each 1.2m by 2.4m glazing unit was created using MX SSG structural glazing with a fixed pane and a concealed top hung vent above. The MX curtain walling system was also used for the full height glazing to two stairwells and for the nurse stations on each floor.The system has a number of patented features for enhanced performance and to facilitate installation. info@technal.co.uk

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Kingspan insulate, generate, and celebrate!

Kingspan Insulated Panels is celebrating the completion of the next phase of its ongoing drive towards sustainable manufacturing with the installation of one of its latest product developments at the state of the art manufacturing facility at Holywell. 2,900m2 of Kingspan Roof PowerPanel System photovoltaic modules have now been installed and fully commissioned on the roof of one of the south facing manufacturing buildings.The 406.08kWp system, which comprises of one thousand seven hundred and twenty eight 235Wp Yingli crystalline PV modules, is expected to generate circa 350,000 kWhr per annum, making a significant contribution to powering the plant’s electricity needs. info@kingspanpanels.com 046

Lindab: hot-dip and high performance Construline from Lindab is a high performance steel RY stud framing system for the inner leaf of exterior walls, providing a cost effective and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional block and timber framework. Its unique design features rows of staggered slots which narrow and lengthen the heat path through the base of the stud to create a thermal break. Construline steel wall RY studs are hot-dip galvanised to a thickness of 275g/m2 sufficient to prevent corrosion and engineered to international ISO 9001 standards. Lindab provide comprehensive technical support service and a free 3D finite analysis programme via their website which calculates “U” factors and condensation risks.

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Unilin Insulation’s new identity Formerly Unilin Systems, the new identity of Unilin Insulation delivers a clear message to the construction industry that the company is intent on building upon its position as a market leader in the supply of SIPs roof and wall systems. Unilin Insulation has over 30 years’ experience in the development of roof SIPs designed to provide private and social housing, public buildings and commercial and industrial premises with superior performance,

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ease of installation and excellent thermal dynamics. Now with complete systems to provide an advanced solution for a thermally efficient building fabric, Unilin Insulation really is the choice for smart living.

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Arch bridges the gap at the Olympics Arch Timber Protection’s expertise will be on show at the Olympics, as Tanalised Clear pressure treated timber has been designed into the T12 bridge, one of the site’s key wood-clad pedestrian bridges.

T12 bridge, constructed by BAM Nuttall, has a span of around 55m and crosses over Stratford High Street, connecting a car and coach park with an underpass leading into the Olympic park. It will carry around a fifth of the site’s pedestrian traffic.The 200 tonne wood and metal structure was lifted into place last month.

of fungal decay and insect attack, and leaves the timber with a brighter and more natural appearance.The Q-Grip decking timbers incorporate effective slip resistant aggregate strips and are protected with Tanalith Extra wood preservative with a built-in water repellent.

The bridge used around 12,000m of FSCcertified Siberian larch cladding louvers, 200m of laminated special larch sections and 7,000m of Tanalised Extra pressure treated anti-slip decking timbers, all supplied

by Hoppings Softwood Products.The larch is Tanalised Clear preservative treated, which protects against the long term threat

“Even though the bridge is only temporary, it will be in place until 2013, and we wanted to extend the natural look of the larch throughout this period,” said Hoppings Softwood Products Marketing & Technical Director Adam Pulfer. “We chose Tanalised Clear treatment because it will slow the bleaching affects of UV, keeping the wood’s

natural colour and beauty as long as possible.”

Tanalised Clear pressure treated timber is protected with Tanalith M, a waterborne, metal-free wood preservative based on Arch’s unique triazole technology.Tanalised Clear treated timber is designed for use in exterior out of ground contact applications, such as cladding and decking. djlaw@archchemicals.com

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Logwise offer a range of bespoke timber homes that are thoughtfully designed and built to the most exacting standards. We don’t restrict you to a range of buildings, instead we will design specifically for you through careful consultation with our design team as part of our service. Logwise buildings are created without compromise and built to last generations with quality evident throughout.

As agents for Honka log homes from Finland we are delighted to be able to offer solid log homes from the world leaders in log home production.

Honka buildings naturally control the humidity and internal climate which results in a pleasant and healthy living environment, proven to be of

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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Rock rolls with roof deflections When a major contractor was commissioned to renovate over 20 schools in the North West it turned to Rock to install traditional inverted roofs on the first two projects to get the green light.

With large expanses of flat roofing – and energy efficiency as well as waterproofing key – the kit specified was Rock’s Flexiphalte triple protection system, a fully bonded high performance waterproofing system combining a high performance membrane; durable Flexiphalte Pommar polymer modified mastic asphalt; and 180mm thick ROOFMATE SL-A insulation from Dow Building Solutions.The system was covered with ballast and paving slabs for a standard inverted roof finish.

problem areas, enabling a completely flat finish and ensuring water would run off to drainage outlets.

Rock wanted to ensure adequate drainage on what had already been designed as a ‘zero pitch’ roof. Carefully surveying the roof for deflections, they added additional Flexiphalte Pommar asphalt to potential

Although BS 6229:2003 recommends that an appropriate fall be accommodated on roof designs where there are continuously supported coverings, the BBA’s Information Bulletin No.4 acknowledges zero pitch roofs, emphasising the need to ensure drainage is sufficient and effective. Both designs are considered correct practice as long as drainage is adequate – but for zero pitch roofs this means any possibility of deflections must be designed-out in order to ensure water will not pond on the roof.

The additional asphalt fuses entirely with the existing layer providing a fully-bonded system - but with no deflections. The solution can be built in at design stage where a zero pitch roof is favoured for cost reasons, or retrofitted if deflections need to be addressed once asphalt waterproofing has been completed.

Deflections can cause ponding on flat roofs

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Lodgico expands Carea adds luxury finish to sales team Hotel Indigo Lodgico Ltd based in Barnstaple, North Devon, has taken on a new member of staff in order to deal with the growing popularity of their quality log homes.

Colin Hickford CSRT took on the role of Contracts Manager in August 2011.

Colin, who previously worked at North Devon Homes, has been employed within the construction industry all of his working life.With experience in project management, he will be responsible for the smooth running of Lodgico’s building operations which vary from traditional build to their specialised timber and log homes. Lodgico’s unique range of log homes can be adapted to suit almost any application.

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Cladding specialists Carea has delivered a striking stone-coloured facade to the brand new £15m Hotel Indigo in Liverpool, helping to create a landmark development right in the heart of the city’s financial district.With its historic surroundings, the creation of an exterior for the stunning new six storey build hotel that would blend with the local architecture whilst creating a modern statement was critical. Carea provided a total of 200m2 of cladding, combining a stone effect Copacabana from its Ardal range and Acantha cladding in the darker grey ‘Basalte’ finish. carea@carealtd.co.uk

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Cityroofs speed up rooftop parking A fresh approach to rooftop parking has been taken at the new Westfield Stratford City, with the innovative Pardak® tensioned-slab paving system. Around 15,000m2 of Pardak has been installed over an inverted, well-insulated roof in open, upper levels directly over retail areas in the new centre. Using Pardak enabled the reinforced concrete slab with metal decking soffit to be waterproofed far more quickly than a conventional insulated slab, allowing work both above and below to proceed sooner.Then, rigid insulation slabs were laid over the deck, before installation of the Pardak system by Zoontjens (trading as CityRoofs in the UK) working for the leading waterproofing specialist BriggsAmasco. info@cityroofs.co.uk 055

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The OSO Super S is a revolutionary design in unvented cylinders. With all connections at the top of the unit, pipes and cables are hidden from view and the cylinder offers the neatest possible installation.

All valves and connecting pipes are hidden under an insulated lid that enables the heat losses to be kept to a minimum. Large capacity heating coils ensure that heating performance is also highly impressive.

Expansion vessels for the hot water are also hidden under the lid and make the Super S stand out from the crowd as an incredibly tidy installation.

A unique multifunction valve is factory fitted at the top of the cylinder.With the installer simply bringing the primary and secondary pipes to this point, installation is made extremely easy. Full instructions and a pipe positioning template are provided with the cylinder.The multifunction assembly contains a

Probably the slimmest radiator on the market the Heatec Slimline is deigned in extruded aluminium for improved performance and instant heat.The radiator is only 60mm deep (77mm when fixed in position) and is fitted with an electronic room temperature thermostat accurate to within 0.5°C. These controllers allow the radiators to consume up to 40% less energy than conventional units.The Heatec Slimline is available in outputs from 500w (1706 BTUs) to 1500w (5118 BTUs) with widths from 400mm to 1100mm.The Heatec Slimline controls are designed for optional use with the IC-04 remote control programmer, for hourly and daily and weekly settings to give maximum flexibility.

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The Oso Solarcyl range includes twin coil options for linking solar thermal technology with a wet central heating system and also the Solar Direct cylinder, designed for properties with solar roof collectors but without central heating.The cylinders contain a solar heating coil in the base of the cylinder and a second immersion heater positioned above the coil. sales.uk@oso-hotwater.co.uk

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blending valve that limits outgoing water to 60ºC. This allows direct Super S units to be set to heat water to 70ºC, thus allowing more energy to be stored in the cylinder and more usable hot water to be drawn from the cylinder.

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When having a new country house built near Ripon, the property owner was looking to maximise heating efficiency whilst extracting condensation from the kitchen and bathroom areas over the four floor levels of the sizeable building. Using the Johnson & Starley Q-Vent heat recovery system not only enabled efficient extraction with very little heat loss, but also imparted major energy savings by providing the total heating requirements for the top floor of the building from otherwise wasted heat.Two Q-Vent HR160 units are installed in the property, with vents built into the ceiling of the kitchen, cloakrooms and the three bathrooms. marketing@johnsonandstarley.co.uk

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Speedheat: a naturally warm choice Electrical underfloor heating specialist Speedheat takes energy efficiency and the environment seriously, which is why it has teamed up with a solar panel supplier to offer a natural choice in keeping warm.The performance and controllability of Speedheat’s new generation system means you only use heat where and when you need it, with the thermostat typically set lower than traditional radiator heating to give comfortable warmth under any floor finish and lower energy consumption. Its versatility also means it can be run from renewable ‘green’ sources such as solar panels, making it even more eco-friendly and virtually free to run once initial investment costs have been recovered. info@speedheat.co.uk 062

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o t n i t e g c i l Victau the groove Switching the specification from welding to grooved-end mechanical pipe joining at NM Rothschild & Sons’ new City headquarters proved an all-round success. It enabled the project team to deliver reliable, lowmaintenance HVAC systems on time – and reduce the mechanical room footprint. The move also overcame persistent engineering problems.

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ew Court is Rothschild’s 16-storey 20,992m2 headquarters in the denselypacked Bank Conservation Area in the City of London. Provision of engineering services to the building required three mechanical rooms and presented many challenges. In addition to robustness and reliability of the systems, key considerations included meeting demanding schedules, ease of installation and maintenance, cleanliness, and reducing the mechanical room footprint.

Consulting engineers Arup initially specified welding for the low temperature hot water and air conditioning systems.Yet they needed to overcome the repeated problems Rothschild had experienced with this method – in particular the failure of rubber bellows used to reduce noise and vibration in plant rooms and the ongoing maintenance needs associated with them.

Many benefits When engineers from Arup and Rothschild saw demonstrations of Victaulic products they were convinced of the many benefits of grooved technology.The advantages included eliminating the need for rubber bellows and bulky flanged units by installing three flexible couplings each side of a

pump. “It was clear that using Victaulic flexible couplings in and around the mechanical room was the best solution.

Not only do they offer superior noise and vibration attenuation, but they also combine flexibility with durability to give us a maintenance-free system for the life of the building,” said Arup Senior Engineer, Krys Lanowski. “Our meetings with Victaulic’s engineers to discuss value engineering and how using their systems could reduce the mechanical room footprint were also invaluable.They made me confident that changing to Victaulic was the right decision.”

Maximising performance Engineering services throughout the building were installed using a range of Victaulic rigid and flexible couplings, valves, mechanical Ts and suction diffusers on steel pipe from 2" – 12" in diameter.The tightness of the architectural and structural design made it essential to minimise the footprint of the installed pump setup.

Eliminating rubber bellows through the use of flexible couplings was one way of saving space. Using suction diffusers in place of flanged strainers was another.These devices straighten out spinning fluid as it enters a bend, avoiding the need for long, straight runs of pipe into a pump suction,

whilst maximising pump performance.

“The finished pipework system exhibits engineering excellence throughout,” said Head of Premises at NM Rothschild & Sons, Roger Wragg. “Victaulic’s products are a superb example of excellence in engineering design: simple, quality-assured and absolutely dependable in use.We found them quick and easy to install on site.” cc-uk@victaulic.be

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Surfaces

Polyflor strengthens acoustic offering Polyflor has strengthened its acoustic vinyl offering by launching new Acoustix Gallery fx PUR and Acoustix Forest fx PUR designed to tackle noise transfer.

By delivering an impact sound reduction of 19dB - comfortably exceeding the 17dB outlined in the UK Building Regulations - and offering a fresh choice of authentic, decorative wood and micro-granite designs, Polyflor’s new Acoustix ranges are well placed to meet the needs of the modern construction industry.

“These new Polyflor Acoustix ranges replace our successful Gallery FX Acoustic and Forest FX Acoustic ranges and offer some fantastic new designs,” explains Simon James, Polyflor’s marketing manager.

“Acoustics are an integral part of the building specification and these improved ranges deliver the necessary performance and enhanced aesthetic benefits to meet, and exceed, project requirements.”

Derby on the right track with Dulux!

Specialist coatings from Dulux Trade have been used to help the transformation of Derby Rail Station. In particular, Dulux Trade Metalshield Gloss Finish was selected for the station’s metal footbridge to create a durable, long lasting finish for the high traffic area. All the painting work needed to completed at night and be dry before the early morning traffic.With this in mind, Dulux Trade Metalshield was chosen for the metal footbridge due to its impressive quick-drying properties. Dulux Trade Diamond Eggshell was selected for its excellent opacity and ability to cover the areas of staining on all the facer boards and baulk heads on the site. duluxtraderesponse@tangerinepr.com

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Mercury and Vermont Maple are amongst the 12 new designs featured in the Acoustix Gallery fx collection of 14 wood and microgranite effects.With a 0.5mm wearlayer and R10 slip rating, the range is specifically aimed at residential markets such as aged-care, social housing and student accommodation but is also suitable for heavily trafficked areas in schools, hospitals and offices.

Comprising eight highly popular wood effects, four of which are from Polyflor’s new look Forest fx range, Acoustix Forest fx offers a 0.65mm wearlayer and has been developed for use in very heavy commercial areas including schools, universities, hospitals, retails areas and other heavy footfall public buildings.

Both ranges have been certified A+ by BRE Global for major use areas (ENP 415) based on a life cycle analysis approach over a building life of 60 years.The products are also 100% recyclable and suitable for recycling through the Recofloor Vinyl TakeBack Scheme*.

Polyflor PUR, a super strength polyurethane reinforcement that is cross linked and UV cured, features on both collections and facilitates an improved polish-free, less labour intensive and more cost efficient maintenance regime. info@polyflor.com

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Burlington app is cast in stone The latest iPad application for those interested in the finest and most durable stone source in world is now available for free download from Apple’s App Store. Developed by the UK’s leading producer of natural stone products, Cumbria-based stone engineers Burlington, the new Burlington App is an essential design tool for architects, interior designers, specifiers and homeowners wanting to explore what can be achieved with the British stone quarried from the heart of the Lake District.With iPhone and other platforms added over the coming months, the Burlington App gives access to information and over 300 images relating to Burlington and its natural stone products. sales@burlingtonstone.co.uk 065

Decksafe Solutions get a grip Fairstead Homes had encountered problems with a two year old wood-plastic composite decking; the decking had become warped and distorted causing trip hazards, and the walking surface had become slippery, especially in wet conditions.

Decksafe Solutions Ltd. advised using Structural Solid Top Fibreglass 29mm thickness fibreglass solid top structural panels.

These panels, unlike the existing plastic wood decking, are completely thermally stable, thereby overcoming the expansion problems previously encountered, and the integral gritted surface provided a superior anti-slip surface. A new staircase was also installed, using the Structural Solid Top Fibreglass panels and incorporating a highly visible DDA compliant yellow nosing. sales@deck-safe.co.uk 067

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Landscapes & Drainage

Triton’s combined system guarantees watertight basement Sourcing all the elements of a combined waterproofing system from one expert supplier is convenient, saves time and, most importantly, avoids any potential split responsibility issues.

This was the approach taken by specialist basement contractors, MGA, in the construction of a very high specification new build London property comprising a multi level basement with swimming pool and gym. All waterproofing system components were supplied by Triton Systems whose team also oversaw their installation.

Because of the ‘variable’ water table classification and the very high value of the property, a combination of three types of waterproofing system was specified.

The complete below ground concrete structure, including the swimming pool, was

Wilo raises the pressure As more water suppliers reduce the mains pressure, water is only capable of making it to the first or second floor of high rise buildings.

Mains pressure water needed above the second floor needs a pressure boosting pump set to ensure taps and showers don’t run dry, particularly at peak demand times.Wilo’s range of variable speed multi-stage pressure boosting set from 1.1 to 22.0kW, responding to specific requirements, along with a range of fixed speed pumps.The larger commercial booster sets are supplied with a duty, assist, standby regime for the three elements of the unit, with Wilo’s smaller Comfort-Vario range for domestic and small commercial use. sales@wilo.co.uk

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formed using a watertight concrete system incorporating Triton Super Admix (BS 8102 2009 type B structurally integrated waterproofing).

As a primary method of waterproofing the structure,Triton TT Vapour Membrane (BS 8102 type A barrier waterproofing) was applied to the underside of the ground soffit.TT Vapour Membrane is a liquid applied, single component acrylic modified coating.

Platon cavity drain membranes provided the secondary waterproofing system (BS 8102 2009 type C cavity drained) and

were installed to all walls and the floors of the lower level, draining to the Triton Aquachannel drainage conduit and pump system. info@tritonsystems.co.uk

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Chester landmark relies on Kemperol Chester’s Fountains Roundabout has been returned to its former glory with the help of a cold-applied waterproofing membrane, Kemperol from Kemper System. Having removed the damaged concrete screed and original polythene sheet waterproofing membrane, specialist contractor Castle Contracting replaced it using a Kempertec AC Primer and Kemperol V210 cold-applied liquid waterproofing membrane. Castle Contracting applied the primer and then the V210 cold-applied waterproofing system directly onto the 750m² concrete bowl. The permanently elastic, seamless and tear-resistant membrane will provide a durable waterproofing barrier that will help to keep both the fountain and the pedestrian subway operational for many years to come. enquiries@kempersystems.co.uk 073

Brett Landscaping offer approval Approved installer schemes are increasingly important in helping to raise standards within the landscaping industry, says paving manufacturer Brett Landscaping.

The comment comes as consumer association Which? releases research which finds that 2.5m people in the UK have had disputes with tradesmen within the last three years. Brett Landscaping, which runs its own approved installer scheme, has been highly visible at garden shows throughout 2011 as the company works to raise the profile and reputation of the landscaping industry, as well as its approved installer network. “Homeowners value the positive reassurance approved installer schemes offer,” explained Chris Droogan of Brett Landscaping.

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Kitchens & Bathrooms

Deb’s washroom solution saves water, time and money Sustainability and resource efficiency are a growing environmental concern across the world. Many organisations are striving to reduce their environmental impact and in the process save money by using less energy and natural resources. enquiry@deb.co.uk 080 An area that organisations often overlook when assessing their environmental impact is the washroom, which accounts for around 65% of water use in many businesses.

So what consideration can be made to reduce water usage in the washroom?

Whilst there are numerous ways to save water, one consideration should be the choice of soap. Independent research, commissioned by Deb, has shown that when using foam soap, people use 16% less water than when using liquid soap.

However, water savings can be increased further by adopting Deb’s recommended foam soap hand washing technique – dispense, lather, tap on, rinse. By switching to this method people could use up to 45% less water compared with liquid soap.

Additionally, as less water is required for rinsing, there are also savings to be made in energy use and CO2 emissions.

Additionally, as foam soap is eight times more spreadable than the lotion soap, less product is used.

Interestingly, using less product does not equate to less efficacy; research shows that there is no significant difference in the

cleaning ability between 0.7ml of Deb foam soap compared to 1.1ml of the lotion soap.

Are there any other benefits to using a foam soap?

Yes, because chemicals are not needed to thicken the soap (the lather is created by adding air) foam soaps biodegrade more easily.

Finally, using a foam hand wash translates to more washes in the same amount of packaging; you get a third more washes meaning the cartridge has to be replaced less often, which ultimately saves time and money.

AQATA adds inspiration

New Tambour Units for Mereway Kitchens

Celebrating 25 years of design innovation, AQATA the UK shower specialist has added two inspiring options to their Minimalist collection. Characterised by generous spans of glass, the new Minimalist M460 and M465 enclosures create luxurious contemporary showering spaces with stunning visual impact.The Minimalist M460 features a hinged door (available as a righthand or lefthand version) combined with a frameless curved screen to create an inviting and spacious corner enclosure. The Minimalist M465 has a central hinged door with two sweeping curved screens. Both models are unique designs and completely in tune with the current trend for clean flowing lines.

Fitting perfectly into their contemporary Cucina Colore collection, Mereway Kitchens’ new Tambour unit brings practicality and style together with flexibility as the clean stainless steel design complements most major household appliances.The 12 new units are available 1205 and 1215 high, either 600 or 900 wide and in 3 new depths; 300, 450 and 560mm.The new Tambours are strong and robust, engineered to feature a single roller mechanism at the top with an easy lift up motion providing unrestricted access to contents.

Tambours can be drilled for electrical points to enable items to be slid out across the worktop easily. info@merewaykitchens.co.uk 081

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Mereway Bathrooms launch Cappuccino Gloss Mereway Bathrooms really capture what’s hot in the market this season.To add to their Adriatic slab door range they have introduced two new gloss foils into the Infinity collection; sumptuous Cappuccino Gloss and moody Graphite Gloss, joining hugely popular White Painted Gloss, Oyster Painted Gloss and Walnut Foil Gloss. Uber sophisticated Cappuccino has a smooth and chic high gloss finish; matching Cappuccino Gloss plant-on end panels enable planners to create matching modular or fitted designs, but the new door also looks fabulous on a contrasting cabinet. Comfortably sitting in a mid price group, these two new finishes offer fabulous styling at an affordable price. info@merewaybathrooms.co.uk 083

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Doors, Windows & Façades

PiperTech’s firerated first

TORMAX: a Point to remember

Kent based PVCu and aluminium window and door manufacturer, Piper Double Glazing Ltd, has developed what it believes is the only fire-resistant range of PVCu windows and external doors in the UK. Marketed as PiperTech Fireproof Windows and Doors, products are certified to resist fires for a full 30 minutes, giving emergency crews longer to react and contain the blaze, helping to save property and lives. PiperTech products are produced from Veka PVCu profile and fitted with hardware supplied

by VBH.They are custom-built to order in specific sizes, colours and styles and are suited to both commercial and domestic applications. info@piperwindows.co.uk

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The future’s bright with Sash UK For many businesses like Radbury Double Glazing, the bankruptcy of its biggest customer almost certainly spells disaster, but since partnering with PVCu fabricator Sash UK the Ayr-based window and door company has seen business grow month-on-month to become one of its most substantial accounts.When Radbury’s main source of business, installing windows in multi-story developments, took an unexpected and sudden turn the Company found itself in the heart-breaking position of laying off most of its longstanding workforce and ceasing manufacturing operations. But trade supplier Sash UK “came out tops,” said Lesley, “and gave us everything we needed to get started.

The products and pricing are second to none.” marketing@sashuk.com

Verulam Point, an impressive commercial office building in central St Albans, has recently undergone a major refurbishment and now benefits from a technologically advanced iMotion® automatic sliding entrance system from TORMAX UK Ltd. A sustainable option, the iMotion 2301 high torque door drives are precision engineered to ensure low energy operation whilst heat loss from the building is significantly reduced thanks to a combination of rapid reaction sensors and powerful opening and closing speeds. In addition, the operators are manufactured using 95% recyclable materials. Since the launch two years ago,TORMAX iMotion® operators have set the standard for door automation in the UK. sales@tormax.co.uk 087

Reynaers at heart of regeneration A number of Reynaers systems have been specified on a £160m development in Hackney, consisting of approximately 500 new homes, including affordable and family accommodation, shop and restaurant units, a new library and a brand new station for the East London line. Reynaers CP155 sliding door system provides aesthetic appeal, as well as optimised thermal insulation and is widely used throughout the scheme. As is the Reynaers CS86 HI window, which boasts outstanding weather performance, high insulation levels and increased safety. Optimisation of light penetration is achieved with the specification of the highly versatile Reynaers CW50 curtain wall façade. reynaersltd@reynaers.com

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Powdertech’s booth means business Powdertech, Corby, the specialist metal finishing company, is making way for a new highly automated spray booth, operational by autumn 2011. “This investment demonstrates our commitment to improve cost efficiency, quality and flexibility of service for customers.

It is a ‘state of the art’ piece of equipment,” enthuses Richard Besant, sales director at Powdertech, “offering far greater capacity in dimension and weight of material that we can handle.” The overhead track can take a maximum weight of 1000kg, twice that of the old track.The booth itself is much bigger, accommodating large panels, curtain walling profiles, window and door frames, and façade material.

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Dorma delivers at new academy With their proven reputation, high performance door closers from DORMA were chosen for the new £36m Evelyn Grace Academy in Brixton, the first completed project in England to be designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid.When it came to the specification of the doors in the lobby area and the significant

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number of internal fire doors, DORMA’s TS92 cam action door closers and BTS80 EMB electro-magnetic door closers proved the ideal solution.With their compact and elegant design, they matched the modern vision of the academy.

Safe, reliable and robust, they are also ideal for heavily trafficked educational projects.

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Eco-friendly glass balconies from Balcony Systems Clear glass balconies from Balcony Systems are now even ‘greener’ thanks to the company’s innovative self-cleaning glass coating that eliminates the use of strong chemicals to keep them clean.

Factory-applied to both sides of the glass, the patented coating creates a supersmooth surface that repels water, dirt and grime more quickly to reduce the cleaning cycle by around 90%. Instead of harsh chemicals, a wipe down with a wet cloth is all that’s needed to restore the sparkle.

Available across its entire range of glass and aluminium balustrading, glass Juliet balconies and curved sliding patio doors, the self-cleaning glass coating is an important element of Balcony’s Green Policy in contributing to the company’s environmental credentials and reducing the carbon footprint of its products.

“Our special coating has three major

advantages; it gives glass added impact resistance, protection from the elements and dramatically reduces regular cleaning,” explains Effi Wolff, Balcony Systems Managing Director. “Over time, the microscopic ‘peaks’ and ‘valleys’ on the surface of untreated glass traps dirt particles, which cannot be removed – even by strong chemical cleaning agents,” he continues. “That’s why, over time, glass discolours and becomes more opaque. Our coating evens out the surface so nothing can stick and keeps the glass cleaner, while also helping to prolong its lifespan.”

“Today’s building products must meet many types of criteria, from strength and aesthetics to legislative, regulatory and sustainable requirements. By reducing the need for regular cleaning and use of chemical cleaners, our self-cleaning glass coating further demonstrates our commitment to respect for the environment in which we live.” enquiries@balconette.co.uk

Wicona passes the test!

FAKRO topSafe® for security and sustainability

In its first year of operation, the new dedicated test centre for Wicona’s façade products, one of the first energypositive industrial buildings in Europe, has generated 60% more electricity than it needs for its own consumption. Located at Bellenberg near the Wicona Brand Development Centre at Ulm in Germany, the €3.5m scheme provides in-house testing facilities for new products and projectspecific façade solutions which can then be independently certified to the latest European standards.The test centre is designed to be highly energy efficient and sustainable. Roof-mounted photovoltaic panels generate sufficient power for heating, lighting and operating the entire building, making it one of Europe’s first energypositive production buildings.

For those seeking roof windows which combine good eco-credentials with added security, FAKRO was the first company to introduce a full range which meets a minimum of EN13049 Class 3. Its topSafe® system set a new standard for roof windows by providing the durability to withstand the weight of an individual standing on the sash. Its specially strengthened construction prevents hinges from being ruptured while additional steel reinforcement built into the lower part of the sash which provides improved lock security.

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2011 Orbis Timber Doorsets Guide launched The new 40-page Orbis Timber Doorsets brochure from Laidlaw Solutions’ outlines the benefits of an integrated package of door, frame, architrave, glazing and hardware. In addition to information on projects in the hospitality and leisure, education and healthcare sectors, coverage has been devoted to the use of anti-ligature hardware, inclusive design, door and side-screen glazing and a variety of access control options. Orbis Timber Doorsets can be supplied to satisfy specific performance requirements and are available with veneered, laminated, primed or factory-painted finishes and softwood or hardwood frames. shafiq.sharif@laidlaw.net 095 Respond online www.fca-magazine.com or using free reader enquiry card

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Levolux is flying high in Dublin

Balcony Systems’ affordable balconies

Dublin Airport’s new 75,000m² Terminal 2 building is visually striking and extremely energy efficient, thanks in part to an impressive installation of Louvres, courtesy of Levolux.To ensure the building is not exposed to excessive solar heat gain and glare from its glazed elevations and numerous skylights, Levolux developed a comprehensive external Solar Shading solution.The custom solution, which has been applied throughout the main terminal building, on an adjoining combined heat and power facility and on a link bridge, comprises extruded aluminium Aerofoil Fins and Fabricated Fins, in addition to Ventilation and Screening Louvres.

Glass and aluminium Juliette balconies from Balcony Systems start from £178 for a 1,280mm BAL version with bronze handrail, making them an attractive proposition for specifiers, housebuilders and developers.

With clear glass panels to retain views and maximise light, these affordable, low-maintenance balustrading solutions enhance all types of homes with a smart, contemporary appearance. Juliette balconies are available as single units or in bulk delivery for larger housing schemes, with handrail finishes also offered in white, silver or Royal Chrome. Bespoke sizes and colours can be supplied for bulk orders to suit any client specification and budget.

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Bi-Fold Plus meets Part M Bi-Fold Plus, the dedicated PVC-U bi-folding door system from Liniar, has met the testing requirements for Part M of the Building Regulations (Access to and Use of Buildings). Liniar’s latest addition to the Bi-Fold Plus range of products is the new ultra low threshold. At just 24mm, access has just become easier for all, including those using wheelchairs.

Available for use with or without the low threshold tray, both featuring a high quality gold or silver anodised finish, complimenting the market-leading Bi-Fold Plus hardware. “We are delighted our new threshold and tray have passed both initial theoretical and physical ergonomic testing,” said Adrian Redshaw, Liniar’s Design Director. sales@liniar.co.uk 099

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Cooke Brothers increase hinge options Cooke Brothers Ltd have signed an exclusive distributorship arrangement with one of Germany’s leading hinge manufacturers BaSys, to market their range of high specification hinges in the UK, meaning that Cooke Brothers are now the sole UK stockists and distributors of the PIVOTA® series of fully concealed, three way adjustable, four knuckle precision hinges and the OBJECTA® range of heavy duty, high performance, security hinges and receivers.The range of hinges are widely acknowledged as being at the forefront in advanced hinge design and performance and as such they represent an important and valuable new dimension to Cooke Brothers already comprehensive range of hinge options. sales@cookebrothers.co.uk 098

Lumen blends modern with traditional The Lumen Conservation rooflight has been made to replicate a traditional Victorian design, which is unobtrusive and sympathetic to the original external architecture of a building. It is ideal for installation in period properties, listed buildings and barn conversions, and anywhere a new or replacement traditional sky light can be installed.The Lumen Conservation range offers a high specification of glazing by incorporating Pilkington Activ – the world’s first self-cleaning glass.The argon gas filled units provide a glazing U-value of just 1.1. Manufactured in Great Britain to ISO 9001:2008, the Lumen Rooflight is available in standard or bespoke sizes with a choice of mechanisms. info@lumenrooflight.co.uk 100

Vicaima’s classic design at 5* resort With stunning cliff top views of the Atlantic Ocean, Cascade Resort in Lagos, Portugal has been influenced by Roman and Moorish architecture. Specified for its “tailor-made” capacity, leading European manufacturer Vicaima developed customized doors, frames, arches and mouldings. Entrances to rooms were fitted with the Portaro® EI30 AC40 dB.With electronic lock, guaranteed 30 minute fire resistance and a sound reduction up to 40 Db, thus

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Coatings

Crown shields e h t r o f k r o lw a t e m long term Crown Trade’s Protective Coatings deliver a decorative, aesthetic finish, which safeguards metalwork against the elements – with a choice of ten or fifteen years’ protection.

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he premium range includes High Build Rust Inhibiting Metal Primer and High Performance Gloss for Metal, as well as High Build Micaceous Iron Oxide.

These coatings can be used to decorate and protect any correctly prepared new or previously painted ferrous or non-ferrous metalwork, including structural steelwork, railings, fire escapes, gates and shutters.

Furthermore, by using Crown Trade’s Protective Coatings T-Wash as part of their system, specifiers can also use the coatings on new galvanised metal.

Durable and high sheen The High Performance Gloss for Metal, supplied in black, white and over 1800 tintable colours, is intended for use wherever a durable, long-lasting, high sheen finish is required.

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one or two coats will offer up to ten years’ metal protection in a standard Crown Trade High Performance system.

The gloss can be applied onto previously painted surfaces, which need to first be cleaned and spot primed, while new metal requires cleaning and a preparatory coat of High Build Rust Inhibiting Metal Primer.

Protection is key This high level of protection can be extended further still, for up to fifteen years, if one or two coats of High Build Micaceous Iron Oxide are applied beneath the gloss top coat.

Offering a highly effective barrier against corrosion, High Build Micaceous Iron Oxide is an excellent intermediate coat.

Where protection is the key priority and the choice of colour and a high sheen finish are unimportant it can also be used as a finish in its own right.

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A total solution “With the products in our Crown Trade Protective Coatings range we are able to provide specifiers with a total solution for all types of metalwork,” said Crown Trade Senior Brand Manager Debbie Orr. “Whatever the substrate, ferrous, nonferrous, bare or previously painted, our ten and fifteen year system options can be introduced to offer clients the reassurance of extended maintenance schedules to meet their needs.”

In addition to offering this metalwork protection system, Crown Trade offers a Fast Drying Cladding Finish for metal cladding, which offers up to eight years’ protection.

Find out more about the Crown Trade range on video at www.youtube.com/user/ CrownTradeTV info@crowntrade.co.uk

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Premium woodcare brand Sadolin is launching a series of videos to help specifiers make the most of its product range. ‘This is Sadolin’ is a series of seven films, all designed to inform professionals working with wood on a variety of related topics.

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he series starts with a film entitled ‘Preparation is Everything,’ now available to view on the Sadolin Woodcare YouTube channel.This ten-minute film shows how to prepare timber correctly in order to get the best possible outcome for wood protection.

It includes the application of Sadolin to new timber, on already-coated surfaces – and the use of a preservative coating.

Highly visual “We are really proud of the Sadolin range and we know property professionals appreciate the quality of finish they give,” said Paula O’Hare, Sadolin brand manager.

“These films offer a highly visual way of helping specifiers make sure they get the most out of our premium range.”

Sean Thompson, from Sadolin Technical Services, presents all seven videos throughout the series. Further videos will be uploaded to the Sadolin YouTube channel over the coming months. “The old adage that preparation is everything really applies within the field of woodcare and this first film will share with specifiers how exceptional, long-lasting results can be achieved,” said Sean.

Longer-lasting protection The Sadolin range includes Sadolin Ultra ®, which features Advanced UV-Active Technology and UV light absorbers to tackle damaging rays and Sadolin Superdec for opaque wood protection lasting up to eight years.

They also feature a new alkyd formulation that requires less solvent, achieving 2010 VOC Compliance, without any compromise on quality – and Sadolin has been working with The CarbonNeutral® company since 2002 to offset energy use in the manufacturing process.

Sadolin exterior products form a microporous ‘jacket’, which is waterproof but allows the wood to breathe naturally – creating longer-lasting protection.

Visit the Sadolin Woodcare YouTube channel at www. youtube.com/user/ SadolinWoodcare info@sadolin.co.uk

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Expanding school gets new Wernick classrooms “It’s all about trust and relationships.” This was the first comment that Italo Cafolla, the head-teacher of Castleview School, Slough, made about the five new modular classrooms recently delivered to his school.

The school age population in Castleview’s catchment area is growing rapidly and the extra classroom accommodation was desperately needed, but getting it delivered into the middle of a crowded campus, with only one narrow entrance and also while the school was in operation had caused him a few sleepless nights. But, as Italo went on to explain, “Wernick Buildings’ site staff were a totally professional solution-driven team”.

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during term time, so Italo decided to extend the long royal wedding weekend and closed the school for an additional week.

An eighty tonne crane lifted the seventeen modules that comprise the two buildings into position. From that moment the buildings were watertight. The remaining site finishing work took just six weeks.

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A drop in the ocean for Denso

Leading UK fabricator of aluminium curtain walling and window façade systems, M Price Ltd of Enfield has announced the appointment of James Keller to its main board of directors.

Keller, whose extensive experience in the fabrication, contracting and system supply areas of the industry includes seven years as Sales Director of Schueco UK, will be responsible for the sales and marketing functions. Founded in 1881, M Price has five offices around the country and is active on projects all over the UK, earning a reputation as a ‘can-do’ organisation with the ability to deliver in even the most challenging circumstances. info@mprice.co.uk

eleven years of age so Italo insisted that all five classrooms should be “multi-purpose and multi-functional”, enabling the rooms to be used by children of all ages. “We don’t need to be reminded that money is tight at the moment”, said Italo, “But I insisted on a light, bright environment, larger than normal classrooms and extra wide corridors, so that student movement at key times in the day is fluid”.

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Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd are very proud to announce in 2011 that their Denso SeaShield marine pile protection systems have now been effectively working in some of the most harsh and demanding environments for over forty years.

These systems are now officially ranked in the same league as other enduring Denso products, some of which have now been in service for over 80 years.The Seashield range of systems have been developed to protect marine structures where corrosion is a major problem in splash zones, inter-tidal and subsea environments and the difficult area where the jetty pile meets the jetty platform. mail@denso.net

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MX Group acquires Aquatora MX Group, the leading UK shower tray and shower accessory manufacturer and a major player in the thermostatic mixer shower and electric shower sectors, has announced further growth in its core markets through the acquisition of Aquatora, an exciting and established business based in Dewsbury,West Yorkshire, best known for its Storm shower tray range and its AquaDek wet room products.The entire share capital of the company was acquired for an undisclosed six figure sum. Former owner of Aquatora, Andrew Bullingham, well respected in the sector, joins the MX Group as Commercial Director as part of the deal.

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Merlin Lazer brings magic to measurement Old buildings? No documentation?

Irregular walls? Details to locate?

Inaccessible points to measure?

No need to worry: the Leica 3D Disto measures it all!

The revolutionary Leica 3D Disto, the latest product from the laser measuring pioneer, measures, projects and records. Simply aim the 3D Disto, press a button, and the Leica 3D Disto determines the precise 3-dimensional position of the point.

Whether in fully automatic or manual mode the new 3D Disto allows you to measure complete rooms, walls, windows, structural connections or stairs – from only one station point.You can also secure the position of the tool to allow you to move it from room to room to build up an accurate 3D floor plan that can then be exported directly to any CAD software PDF document.

Templates of awkward shaped objects such as arches, windows and curved walls are now a thing of the past, as the easy to operate Disto can simply scan and capture all the necessary information in a format that is ready to import straight onto your computer.

Retail therapy from Total Hygiene

‘Total’ approach helps deliver excellence

One in six people in Britain have a longstanding illness, disability or infirmity and significant difficulty with day-to-day activities; providing appropriate toilet facilities in public environments simultaneously helps them participate in daily life and increases their visits.Total Hygiene are sponsors of Changing Places, whose toilet includes a height adjustable adultsized changing bench, hoist, peninsular toilet with room either side for the carers, screen or curtain to allow the disabled person and carer some privacy, wide tear off paper roll to cover the bench, a large waste bin for disposable pads, a non-slip floor and a washbasin, preferably height adjustable. info@clos-o-mat.com

The 3D Disto can also project points onto a surface to allow users to lay out complex shapes, whether they be ceiling grids or layouts for floors and walls – the Leica 3D Disto projects your design – point for point. sales@merlinlazer.com 111

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An inclusive approach to ‘good practice’ aimed at meeting people’s ever changing needs by getting more people more active more often is being trialled in Manchester.Trafford Community Leisure Trust has invested in a Changing Places toilet at its Inclusive Fitness Initiative approved George Carnall Leisure Centre. Designed and supplied by Sale’s Total Hygiene, it is larger than a conventional ‘accessible toilet’, with additional equipment of a height adjustable changing bench and ceiling hoist to enable anyone who needs the help of at least one carer to go to the toilet with dignity, in an appropriate and hygienic environment. info@clos-o-mat.com 112

Well-shod with Dickies Dickies’ comprehensive selection of safety footwear now includes two versatile trainers. Perfect especially for the flooring, heating, ventilating and plumbing industries, the Arcus Super Safety Shoe and the Cirrus Super Safety Hiker, each feature entirely metalfree, composite toe-caps and midsoles making the footwear particularly light and flexible.The trainers also incorporate arch support insoles, composite midsole for underfoot protection, antistatic, energy absorbent heels, reflective tape, padded collars and tongues to help prevent chafing, and strong, quick lace-up systems. Oil, slip and chemical resistant, the trainers are made from full grain leather with tough mesh and are available in black and orange in sizes 6 -12. uksales@dickies.com 114 Respond online www.fca-magazine.com or using free reader enquiry card

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Stannah add style to megastore lifts When electrical giant Currys planned the launch of their Currys/PC World Megastores it was UK lift manufacturer Stannah that they consulted for their unique in-store lifts.

The customer lifts, essential for the stores with mezzanine retail levels, were required to echo the light and airy feel of their customer experience, with an all-glass 13-person Stannah Maxilifts positioned within a wrap-around stairway decided upon. Stannah lift designers developed a blue print for Currys which has been applied across eleven locations to date.

Each 2-stop hydraulic Stannah Maxilift passenger lift travels within a clear glass enclosure.The entrance and exit to the lift is on a single side that faces onto both retail floors and the rear of the shaft carries the visible drive system. The lift car interior has a polished steel control panel, half height full width mirror on the rear wall, brushed

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The Stannah Goodsmaster 1000kg goods lift was modified to meet Currys need for a 2.2m high car in order to accommodate the stores’ larger than standard roll cages, often moving particularly large American-style white goods. Installed with double hinged doors for maximum ease of loading, the lift has an inner car shutter gate for essential safety. A ramp on the ground floor level negates the need for a pit and aids smooth

loading.The lift has fully automatic push button controls at both landing levels. liftsales@stannah.co.uk

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Following the launch of its new ‘Can Do’ communications campaign, Glidden Trade has ploughed further investment in the brand by unveiling a new, improved website, designed to support specifiers in maximising budgets in commercial painting projects. One of the enhancements to the improved website is a dedicated specifier section where visitors will find specific tools and resources such as health and safety advice, details on current VOC legislation and DDA design guidelines.

To support specifiers in selecting the right products, the new site features extensive product information, including datasheets and system guides, as well as case studies outlining the use of Glidden Trade coatings in practice. gliddentrade@tangerinepr.com

and polished steel handrails on three sides, a white ceiling with spot downlighters and flooring that flows seamlessly from carpeted retail area. The eye-catching glass lift doors display etched-effect signage with large directional arrows and the words ‘customer lift’.

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Following the recent launch of its chemical range of anchors and fixings earlier this summer, Simpson Strong-Tie is now offering a new range of ‘add-ons’ for the distributor, in particular builders merchants.

The all-new Simpson manufactured and branded styrene free general purpose chemical anchor is now available in a 300ml cartridge, called Poly-GP.With its eye-catching display packaging, the product is available alongside a full suite of new tools, accessories and anchor studs - the range of which range covers thread sizes M8 through to M24 - for the purpose of fixing into concrete.

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Solarlux: versatile folding glass doors Folding glass doors create large openings that provide the wow factor in your client’s home.They are both practical and versatile allowing light to flood into a room and create a seamless transition between inside and out. Solarlux Systems Ltd has been manufacturing sliding glass doors for over 25 years.

They have an extensive product range of over 15 different systems; all have been tested to withstand the elements, both wind and rain, with multi point locking systems for added security. Sophisticated double or triple glazing elements complement the doors minimising heat loss. info@solarlux.co.uk 118

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Arch Timber is top of the class Schooldays are said to be the best days of your life; Arch Timber Protection is ensuring that they are also the safest, using its DRICON fire retardant treatment to protect internal timber at the new Passmores Academy building, Harlow, Essex.

In September 2011, the students move into the new building at Tracyes Road, Harlow, which was designed in collaboration with the school staff to meet the needs of the staff and students.

This purpose-built site includes environmentally-friendly building materials, such as internal natural wood linings. Arch used a DRICON Euroclass B fire treatment to protect around 10,000 linear metres of FSC-certified European oak cladding supplied by national timber merchant Arnold Laver Timber World, which was installed by joiners and carpenters M Contractors, which used the oak internal wood cladding for the largest internal cladding aspect of the project.

timbers had a NON-COM Exterior fire retardant treatment from Arch.

“It’s important to protect our young people and the buildings where they study, and we are delighted to be involved in this stunning new academy project,” said Arch Timber Protection fire retardant sales manager Jacqui Hughes. “The combination of our proven DRICON and NON-COM Exterior fire retardant treatments will provide a long term protection for years to come, whilst allowing the natural beauty of the timbers to shine through.”

Western Red Cedar cladding supplied by International Timber was also used to create the effective external sign on the building.These

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Foremans shows its class

Portakabin, the UK’s leading modular building specialist, has created a state-of-the-art interim production village for Endemol, the world’s largest independent production company and creators of the popular reality TV series ‘Big Brother’. Located next to the famous ‘Big Brother’ house, 38 modular buildings of varying sizes totalling 1,000m2 were sourced, fully fitted out and installed by Portakabin in just four weeks from receipt of order to meet strict TV pre-production schedules.

The project included air conditioning and furniture plus some landscaping around the village with a series of red pathways.The production village is being hired from Portakabin for just over a year. information@portakabin.co.uk

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A new sixth form centre has arrived on site at Wymondham High School in Norfolk.The scheme has been constructed using a highly sustainable recycled modular building from Foremans Relocatable Building Systems. “The recycled modular approach from Foremans will give us the very best scheme for our available budget and is sufficiently flexible to meet our specific building requirements,” said Victoria Musgrave, Head Teacher at Wymondham High School. All Foremans’ recycled modular buildings are fully refurbished with new windows, wall linings, partitions, mechanical and electrical services, doors, flooring, and cladding, to create high quality accommodation for a wide variety of education applications. info@foremansbuildings.co.uk

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Yorkon launches on-line gallery Off-site construction specialist,Yorkon, has launched a new on-line video gallery to help improve the understanding of modular buildings among architects, contractors, specifiers and occupiers.This latest in a series of web resources, also aims to increase awareness of the bespoke design solutions, quality and potential of off-site construction that can now be delivered in sectors as diverse as health, education, nuclear, transport, chemical, commercial, and retail.Videos in the gallery include how off-site construction can benefit major food retailers, how a modular building is assembled on site, and how a modular building is manufactured off site.

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nother busy expo month coming up – October has M&E at Olympia, InstallerLive at the NEC and Naidex at ExCeL, I’m sure there are others too! What did you think of Naidex at Glasgow, 100% Design, and Timber Expo in September? All great ways to catch up with others in your sector.

Coming up in the November issue of FC&A, Design & Desire looks at Intersect Architects’ project which comprises a ground floor retail unit, together with a separate residential area of six apartments above on the site of the former Half Moon Inn.

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Sean Farrell of Mobilane, our Voice of the Industry, talks about why he believes that there needs to be standards introduced to living walls, as there are with so many other building elements, and our HVAC feature looks at the impact of the changes made to Building Regulations Part F,Ventilation. Rainwater Harvesting, Timber, Housing and Roofing are also featured – another full issue of FC&A! And if none of the above sparks your interest – tell us what does, and we’ll see what we can do!

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The Tebrax aluminium shelving system has been on the market for over 50 years and is still providing a high quality system, with a range of brackets and uprights to meet almost any of your shelving needs. Made solely in the UK using only the best quality materials and finished to the very best quality.

Our system is used worldwide in some of the biggest universities, hospitals, schools, shops and bars, where an attractive and strong shelving system is required. Tebrax shelving is equally as popular in the home, where customers find the ease of installation a definite bonus.

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