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Bathrooms & Washrooms

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Ceilings, Walls & Partitions

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Coatings, Sealants & Paints

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Doors, Windows & Fittings

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Drainage & Plumbing

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Editors Choice

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External Environment & Landscaping

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Floors & Flooring

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Glass & Glazing

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Heating & Ventilation

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Insulation

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Interiors & Interior Design

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Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades

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Lighting & Electrical

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Modular Construction

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Refurbishment

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Roofing & Cladding

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Safety & Security

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Stone & Stonework

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Integrated property services and project delivery specialist Styles&Wood has completed a £1.2 million clinical refurbishment scheme to create a new specialist women’s healthcare facility at Chesterfield Royal Hospital in Derbyshire.

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Bright, airy and with a main priority to reduce energy consumption by 40 per cent were the requirements when Reynaers Aluminium was contracted to provide their quality aluminium window and door solutions for the remodelled County Hall in Trowbridge.

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The Ensign Soil drainage system from iron technology leader SaintGobain PAM UK, part of leading materials group Saint-Gobain, has been installed at the prestigious Monument Place 75,000 sq ft new office development located in the City of London next to Pudding Lane, the site where the Great Fire of London started in 1666.

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Ideal Standard, a leading designer of innovative and design-driven bathroom solutions, has launched The Hotel Clinic, a free service offering industry-specific advice for the hotel sector.

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Kemper System Protects National Treasures at Polesden Lacey

FIRA: Form over function, or function over form?

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IDEAL STANDARD LAUNCHES DESIGN SUPPORT FOR HOTEL INDUSTRY

STYLES & WOOD DELIVERS £1.2M HOSPITAL REFURBISHMENT

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Kemper System’s Kemperol V210 has been used to safeguard the roof of National Trust Property, Polesden Lacey, with its many priceless antiques and collections.

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Integrated property services and project delivery specialist Styles&Wood has completed a £1.2 million clinical refurbishment scheme to create a new specialist women’s healthcare facility at Chesterfield Royal Hospital in Derbyshire.

The 21-week project involved the complete strip-out and remodelling of the hospital’s Women’s Health Unit and Trinity Ward, to bring its gynaecology services together in one modern high quality facility.

Styles&Wood’s specialist health service team – which has extensive experience operating in working hospital environments – was appointed following a competitive tender process. The team employed special infection control partitions and technology designed to help prevent the spread of dust and debris, to enable work to be carried out around live clinical services.

The project included the identification and removal of asbestos, the installation of new M&E services and saw the two wards transformed with a modern, high quality finish providing new reception, triage and treatment areas as well as individual 5-bed wards and secondary service rooms.

Richard Hall, Account Principal from Styles&Wood, said: “We’ve created an attractive, secure and efficient space with a very high quality finish which will significantly enhance the excellent patient care delivered by the team at Chesterfield.

“The health sector is a key strategic market for Styles&Wood.

Delivering complex schemes around live clinical services presents specific challenges. The solid in-house

expertise we’ve developed in this field is seeing health projects account for a growing share of the group’s revenues, climbing five per cent in the past 12 months alone.”

Linda Gustard, Head of Midwifery and Senior Matron for Gynaecology at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, said: “We’re absolutely delighted with the way the two wards look and, in particular, how it will improve the privacy and dignity of the WHU patients by bringing all gynaecology out-patient clinics into one place. The WHU has three clinic rooms where we’ll see patients who previously came to out-patient suite one, we also have a completely separate area and waiting room for the women coming to our early pregnancy assessment unit along with other separate areas for out-patient procedures and day case surgery and completely private areas for changing.

“Our gynaecology patients will notice a big difference as will anybody returning to Trinity ward. We’ve incorporated the same styles, furnishings and relaxing artwork that you will have seen in our birth centre. It will allow for a much smoother transition from the birth centre to the maternity ward, and additional features there include a milk preparation room and parent’s rest room. The feedback we’ve had from our patients has been overwhelmingly positive.”

The project is the second which the Altrincham-headquartered business has successfully completed for Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (CRH), after being appointed to design and deliver a new entrance to the hospital following a devastating fire in 2011.

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suppliers of quality door and window furniture

Meeting customer agreed requirements first time every time.

FROM corner shop to national and international quality ironmongery supplier - the Roman Gods have smiled kindly on Bath’s TBKS down the decades. Of course, TBKS’s success owes less to a little ancient divine intervention and more to our enviable track record of getting things right first time every time.

Our location in the world famous heritage city of Bath provides us with a unique perspective when detailing the appropriate ironmongery for historic and listed buildings. Our (GAI) trained team have provided architects and contractors with invaluable help in selecting the correct ironmongery for heritage buildings used for commercial applications TBKS offer a free of charge detailed scheduling service to Architects, Interior Designers and Contractors. Our skilled technical team will work alongside clients providing expertise and guidance to agree the necessary requirements. We will identify any technical or compliance issues and recommend and agree solutions. We will of course be on hand throughout the project ensuring a smooth transition from concept to completion.

A recent example is the flagship project at No.1 Royal Crescent. A Georgian museum required for usage in the 21st century.

Behind the scenes we have developed strong relationships with all the UK’s leading ironmongery manufacturers as well as some individual craftsmen. Consequently we are able to offer a distinct range of quality products meeting all customer agreed requirements at competitive and affordable prices.

Indeed, the list of products and services is impressive. We have one of the widest ranges of door and window furniture available in the UK all available to view on our website or in the latest TBKS catalogue. t

Architectural British-made ironmongery for period developments, renovations and refurbishments. Stocked manufacturers include Samuel Heath, Frank Allart, Kirkpatrick and Croft.

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For more information about our location and opening hours please visit the TBKS website www.tbks.co.uk. Here you will be able to obtain product details, identify stock levels and purchase on-line. Located just out of Bath city centre with ample parking you are very welcome to visit the TBKS showroom and discuss the products on display with our staff.

Alternatively you can telephone 01225 462090, or email sales@tbks.co.uk, to contact one of the TBKS team for help and advice.

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Flagship project at No.1 Royal Crescent

Reddiseals – The Home Of Sash & Casement Window Products

Reddiseals also provide a comprehensive range of products suited to timber casement windows. With our extensive choice in products, style and finish, Reddiseals offer the best range, quality and value for money to our customers.

Reddiseals are the largest independent supplier of timber window components and accessories in the UK and have been successfully supplying the joinery industry since 1989. Reddiseals specialise in sash window components offering solutions for restoration and renovation of traditional box sash windows, together with spiral balances and associated furniture.

Everything you need for timber Casement window renovation is available from over 750 stocked products.

Luxury Sash Window Furniture without the Price Tag Reddiseals sash window kits provide the complete sash window furniture package.

Available in six brand new finishes (mottled antique brass, oil rubbed bronze, polished brass, polished chrome, satin nickel and satin chrome), the kit includes our most popular pulleys, fasteners, lifts and security systems regularly requested for sash windows.

Kits comprise of: t 4 standard pulleys extensively tested to hold a window weight of up to 75kg per pulley. t Standard hook fasteners are lockable and fit traditional single or double glazed windows. t Traditional secure stops with strike plates to complement the overall window suite.

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You can always trust the Reddiseals commitment to service. If you have a technical question, query or need help in

finding the right product, our dedicated customer service and technical advice team are there to help.

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Volcanic Bath Erupts into UK Market

Changing places to achieve inclusive status

Saniflo, the total solution provider

Meet the Etna. A bath that unites a luxurious bathing experience within an artistic bathroom centrepiece that is wholeheartedly cost-effective.

The target of becoming ‘the most accessible city in Europe’ is set in Manchester with the opening of the local government’s first Changing Places toilet.

Including two innovative technologies, the Etna features nano silver technology which coats the bath in a protective shield of nano particles to create an anti-bacterial layer which is also self-cleaning. But it is the Etna system itself which is quite simply ground-breaking. Connected to your central heating system the bath not only retains its water temperature but acts as a bathroom radiator too, becoming an incredibly energy and water saving solution within the bathroom. Furthermore, the choice of lighting provides a chromo-therapy bathing experience.

The new public toilet facility, in Manchester’s Town Hall Complex in Lloyd St, enables disabled people and their carers to be able to enjoy the city for as long as they like, without worrying about access to appropriate toilets.

In commercial settings, most customers want to ensure continuity of business. The Sanicubic contains 2 separate pumps for absolute reliability and power. Each is fitted with a high performance maceration system and the two pumps operate alternately, ensuring even wear of the motors. In the event of inflow overload, such as a busy Saturday night in a city night club or a Sunday morning in a B&B, both motors run at the same time.

Ultimately, this bath deserves to be named after one of Europe’s largest volcanos as it is a force of nature in itself.

The Changing Places toilet is larger than the usual wheelchair accessible (disabled) toilet, to accommodate the user and their carer. www.clos-o-mat.com E: info@clos-o-mat.com tel 0161 969 1199

Available online from November 2013 but available to pre-order now. Pricing starts at £4,000 www.designerbathroomconcepts.com

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With equipment supplied by Manchester-based Clos-o-Mat, the new purpose-built Changing Places public toilet is the first of its kind planned by Manchester City Council. Steve Dingley from sub-contractor Gariff Construction, commented, “Clos-o-Mat is a very professional company which helped ensure a smooth site installation.”

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If on the rare occasion one pump should fail, the other pump takes over, guaranteeing continuity of business and happy punters.

The Sanicubic is an extremely hard working macerator that can take up to 340 litres of water a minute. It pumps up to 11 metres vertically through 50mm pipework and 100 metres horizontally, or a lesser combination of both.

For further information on Saniflow products visit – www.saniflo.co.uk 020 8842 0033

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Trendsetting Industrial style Bringing sense to lighting

With the trend for utilitarian interior design taking hold, Solus Ceramics introduces the stylish Replicate range, a concrete inspired floor and wall tile that embodies a modern industrial aesthetic.

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Replicate is influenced by urban architectural trends and industrial landscapes, and features nine contemporary colours including raw greys and rustic browns.

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The range reflects the patterns, colours and irregularities that appear in polished concrete and also display variations that look similar to flaking plaster. Some of the tiles have also been designed to evoke oxidized metal, presenting a chic rusted finish.

In addition the range also includes an interesting option that features fractured images of beautiful flowers within the stone.

Perfect for creating a contemporary but distressed design, Replicate is available in a number of large format sizes, which can be used to create flowing uninterrupted floor and wall spaces: plank shaped ‘floorboard’ style pieces and standard sizes.

For further information please T: 0121 753 0777 E: info@solusceramics.com or visit: www.solusceramics.com

Feature Bathroom lighting is becoming more desirable, but until now the choices of switching have been severely limited. (Pull-cords, PIRs or outside switching).

Sensorbility, has therefore developed the NEW Bathroom Switch controller, with Dimmer and Timer variants; thus allowing bathroom designers far more flexibility when it comes to lighting design and operation within bathrooms.

The variations of the new controller include simple on/off switching, ramp-up dimming, ramp-down switch-off and time delay switch-off.

Wired to our proven Bathroom Switch Sensor Pads, which can be placed behind most materials such as Ceramic Tiles, Wood, Plastic, Glass, and even Metals, users can create switches or dimmers in virtually any shape and situation. Tiles covering Sensor Pads are adhered with silicone allowing access should it be necessary. In Bathrooms, these Sensor Pads can even be placed behind tiles reachable from the bath or shower (zones 1&2) and thus allow safe switching and dimming.

The new Bathroom Switch controllers can be activated from up to 12 low voltage (5vdc) Sensor Pads, so for example a Dimmer Controller can be operated from a Sensor Pad by the door and then the lights dimmed by touching a tile whilst in the bath.

Most types of lighting can be operated by the Bathroom Switch; this includes incandescent bulbs, halogens (mains and low voltage), LEDs and low energy bulbs.

Sensorbility Ltd. Tel: 01548 511498 or scan the QR Code

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WASHROOM SOLUTIONS LATHAMS FROM

As part of its new range of washroom solutions, James Latham is now offering moisture resistant, high performance melamine faced chipboard (MFC) as well as a range of matching compact grade laminate (CGL).

The moisture resistant MFC incorporates two decorative melamine surfaces which are bonded to both sides of the high density chipboard under high pressure and temperature. They will be offered in 10 different decors.

additions will be colour co-ordinated with Latham’s existing range of high pressure laminates (HPL) and 2mm thick ABS edgings.

James Latham’s Group Product Champion for Melamine, Paul Morson, commented, “These latest additions, of both moisture resistant MFC and matching compact grade laminate mean that we can now offer a true ‘one-stop-shop’ washroom solutions package to our customers.”

Also available, is a selection of matching compact grade laminate (CGL) in 14 different decors. Compact grade laminate offers the ultimate performance in the most demanding environments. The panels are extremely resistant to impact and have surfaces and cores that are totally impervious to water.

James Latham’s washroom solutions package includes: Moisture resistant MFC in panel sizes; 2800 x 2070 x 18mm, Compact Grade Laminate in sizes; 3660 x 1830 x 12mm and High Pressure Laminate in sizes; 3050 x 1310 x 0.8mm. In addition, 3660 x 1530 x 0.8 mm is now available directly from stock at all nine of James Latham’s nationwide panel depots.

Both of these new range

James Latham also offer a large range of MFC (Melamine Faced Chipboard) and MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) to order.

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For more information on Latham’s extensive product range please phone 0116 257 3415, e-mail marketing@lathams.co.uk or visit www.lathamtimber.co.uk

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Ceilings, Walls & Partitions Armstrong Ceilings extends its canopy range Curved Optimas to complement Armstrong Ceiling’s canopies portfolio.

Leading interior solutions provider Armstrong World Industries has extended its portfolio of canopy ceilings with the launch of a unique curved system which can be used either convexly or concavely to give ultimate design flexibility.

Manufactured from 82% recycled content, the Optima curved canopy is also highly light reflective at 87%, enabling architects and interior designers to factor in energy savings over artificial light .

And because it is easily relocatable and reusable, it is ideal for refurbishment projects.

The Optima curved canopy can be easily installed under plasterboard ceilings, existing grid systems or exposed concrete soffits, either as a concave or convex element, to create spaces within spaces – defined areas within rooms which also localise acoustic requirements since they absorb sound on the front and back.

Acoustically designed to Sound Absorption Class A. Quick and easy to install and dismantle requiring no special tools for installation.

For further information Tel: 01895 251122 or visit: www.armstrong-ceilings.co.uk

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Coatings, Sealants & Paints

Typical Denso Steelcoat application to a Northumberland pipebridge

Winn & Coales International Celebrate 130th Anniversary in 2013 Specialist anti-corrosion, sealing and waterproofing products manufacturer Winn & Coales International Ltd are celebrating their 130th Anniversary this year.

The company is well known for its brands which include Denso, SeaShield, Archco-Rigidon, Protal, Densostrip, Premseal and Sylglas. These products have earned an enviable reputation over the years for their high quality, effectiveness and long service life.The products continue to offer an effective solution to corrosion prevention, sealing and waterproofing problems for buried, submerged or exposed steel or concrete pipes tanks and structures.

Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd Tel: 020 8670 7511. Fax: 020 8761 2456 E-mail: mail@denso.net Web: www.denso.net

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Natural interiors with Osmo Wooden flooring remains both a stylish and practical solution for modern interiors, but requires a protective finish. Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood experts, provide a sustainable finish specifically formulated to combine perfect protection and creative design.

One of the most attractive qualities of choosing wood for interior application is its unique and rustic appearance, making it essential to specify a finish that will not detract from this. Osmo’s Polyx-Oil wood finish is designed to accentuate the natural beauty of timber, retaining its organic appearance, while adding comprehensive protection from within.

Polyx-Oil product is the ideal wood accompaniment, enhancing the material’s living characteristics without inhibiting any of its natural properties.

For more information on Osmo’s range of eco-friendly wood finishing solutions, please visit – www.osmouk.com.

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Winn & Coales International is again recognised by the Queen’s Awards for Growth in World Sales Three years after achieving its first Queen’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade in 2010, London based specialist anti-corrosion, waterproofing and sealing products manufacturer Winn & Coales International Ltd, was today again honoured with the same award, recognising its growth in world sales over the last three years.

The new award announced on the Queen’s birthday is the result of the combined efforts of the company’s UK, based staff, subsidiary companies and global network of agents offering proven and cost-effective solutions for its customers corrosion and sealing related problems.

For further information on Winn & Coales International Ltd products Tel: 020 8670 7511. Fax: 020 8761 2456 E-mail: mail@denso.net or visit: web: www.denso.net

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Remmers Provide Anti-Slip Protection at Snowdome

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Having previously provided flooring solutions for the Snowdome, Remmers were again contacted to provide a flooring system to the newly refurbished ski hire centre.

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The client required a seamless, hard wearing non slip surface that was easy to maintain. 600m2 of Remmers Floormix DQ was installed to the wash bays and toilets, locker and changing areas as well as the open staircase leading in from the main foyer area.

The DQ System was also applied to the insitu coving and full wall height rendering in the wash bay area.

As a tight installation schedule was in place, fast curing resins were used where possible.

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Doors, Windows & Fittings

Your Ideal House?

Alu-Timber EFT Curtain Walling

We make and deliver site-specific ready-hung external doorsets and windows. Manufactured in Europe to EU standards in your design by our craftsmen.

After extensive research and consultation, the next innovation from market leading timber/aluminium facade supplier, Alu-Timber, is now available.

Timber or Aluminium-Clad Timber with double or triple glazing and delivered painted in a RAL colour of your choice.

We offer technical doorsets and window solutions with thermally efficient U values and enhanced security tailored to suit your home. Traditional or Contemporary we offer solutions with great performance and superior workmanship in sustainable materials.

Contact Helen Macnaughton Tel : 0845 673 0110 Email: admin@eurojoinery.com or visit – www.eurojoinery.com

Relcross LCN Auto Equalizers Aid Democracy at Aylesbury Vale.

Design freedom and solutions to modern environmental issues are a complex requirement.

The doors of Aylesbury Vale’s Council Chamber can be now opened and closed by Relcross LCN Auto Equalizers. Both entrances to the ‘Oculus’ at the Council’s Gateway offices and conference centre in Aylesbury feature two pairs of double doors at either end of an entrance vestibule.

All these doors have been fitted with Auto Equalizers controlled by wall mounted push pads that each open and close one pair of doors.

Alu-Timber EFT provides thermally efficient Larch timber with time tested aluminium for protection. To maximise spans and centres, a wide range of timber mullions and transoms are available. Larch also offers aesthetic benefits; grain deepens over time providing a stunning solution.

Many standard door closers could not be fitted to doors of this size or could not cope with the fire specifications.

Roger Hudman of installer Rowsman Ltd suggested the pneumatic powered Relcross system as he has had considerable success with it before.

For further information about the Alu Timber product range, please contact The Parkside Group Ltd on – 020 8685 9685 or email projects@parksidegroup.co.uk

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Remodelled County Hall thriving as a civic and community hub Bright, airy and with a main priority to reduce energy consumption by 40 per cent were the requirements when Reynaers Aluminium was contracted to provide their quality aluminium window and door solutions for the remodelled County Hall in Trowbridge.

Run by Wiltshire County Council, the ÂŁ22 million refurbishment project incorporates a 1930s civic building and a tired 1970s office extension with an underutilised external courtyard. With many stakeholders operating out of the town centre building, flexibility for future developments was fundamental to the design, as well as the heavy emphasis on energy efficiency.

It was the task of architects Stride Treglown, working closely with Wiltshire County Council, along with structural engineers Integral Engineering, to design and develop the transformation of the existing site into a multifunctional facility. Key to this involved close and early liaison with stakeholder in order to establish the full functional requirements of County Hall upon completion of the first phase. This was particularly important as library services along with a new Registry Office and restaurants all had to be accommodated within a dynamic environment, key to the effective delivery of council services.

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The success of the remodelling and renovation recently culminated in the County Hall Remodelling project receiving the British Council for Offices 2013, Regional Award for Refurbished/Recycled offices. In selecting the development the judges commented, “This challenging project has transformed a dated building into a modern and vibrant workplace. The creation of a community hub, combining informal areas, reception facilities and restaurants has been well received by the public and local authority staff.”

The external courtyard of County Hall is now covered with a new ETFE ‘bubble’ roof, creating a vibrant public space between the existing buildings. The remaining sides of the courtyard are opened up to a new public library, dining area, registry services and meeting rooms, utilising Reynaers glazing systems CW 60-SC and capped, CW 50 capped, Eco windows and doors and the heavy duty Vision 50 ground entrance.

Offering high performance solutions for a range of specifications, Reynaers CW 50 curtain wall systems provided the optimum choice for both thermal insulation and flexibility of design for much of the glazed facades. For the larger, heavier glass surfaces, the thermally improved CW 60 curtain wall system – ideal for renovation projects due to its ability to hold a weight of up to 450kg per glass panel within sloping, vertical and curved constructions, was installed.

Reynaers Eco windows and doors were used extensively throughout the project for their aesthetically pleasing design combined with high energy efficient properties. These offer a significant contribution to the overall aim to reduce the energy consumption of the building.

The windows provide thermal insulation levels of 2.20 W/m²K Uf, depending on the frame/vent combination in line with all the latest requirements.

Providing 200,000sqft of modern open plan working environment for 1,500 Wiltshire Council employees alone, extremely high durability within ground floor windows and doors was vital.

Reynaers Vision 50 door solutions are designed specifically for heavy traffic areas, such as shopping centres, so was the natural choice for the County Hall.

Available with a variety of mechanisms for both inward and outward openings, these too provided the high performance and durability along with the flexibility required to meet the aims of the project.

Paul Duffy, Sales Director of Reynaers Aluminium said: “There were two key requirements for this project; the need to reduce energy consumption significantly, and the need to incorporate an element of flexibility in the design for future developments within the complex.

“The Reynaers Aluminium solutions identified for installation were all developed with these needs in mind and have been proven many times before to deliver optimum results, so we are confident they will assist considerably to the overall project aims.”

The Main contractor for the project was Kier Construction, working with fabricator System Glaze. A BREEAM ‘excellent’ rating has been targeted due to the high level of energy savings made via a culmination of energy efficient glazing, thermally upgraded walls and roof. As part of the remodelling a complete services overhaul and upgrade was undertaken, which included the installation of a highly energy efficient heat pump system, in order to significantly reduce the energy consumption.

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Value added service from MACO UK MACO Secure Plus was launched in 2011 with the prime intention to support our customers and partners with a series of tangible benefits for fabricators, installers and homeowners alike. A unique proposition that has already enjoyed a lot of attention from existing fabricators because of the number of real benefits to the homeowner. From the original promise to pay the insurance excess up to ÂŁ1000 in the unlikely event of a break in through MACO hardware, to a national key holding and alarm response service, 24/7 emergency repair or replace service and lost key return program. Registered Installers can cherry pick from the services offered and all of them are free to join. MACO are very pleased to report the recent 1000th homeowner registration, which confirms that demanding homeowners have a real desire to install quality windows and doors in their home, built to last and withstand potential attack from unwanted intruders.

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Army personnel at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, have saluted the renovation work carried out to their Berkshire training college by Ventrolla South East.

After the existing windows, dating back to 1862, were given their marching orders due to their poor condition, the timber renovation specialists were drafted in to upgrade the ageing sashes.

As part of a £7.5 million refurbishment across two years, the Grade II listed building, used by the Army Medical Directorate, presented 450 windows in dire need of complete renovation and upgrade due to many years of exposure to the elements.

The majority of sashes were one and a half metres tall with larger ground floor windows reaching two and half metres.

The deteriorated condition of both the sashes and frames meant the building was very draughty with many of the windows being rotten and inoperable.

To remedy these problems the rotten timber was routed out of the original box frames, and replaced with Ventrolla’s patented epoxy resin VR90.

Bespoke slim double glazed windows were manufactured to match the existing window profile, and fitted into the newly renovated frames. Preserving the original sash windows was just as important as improving the energy efficiency of the building.

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Following this process, the unique Ventrolla Perimeter Sealing System (VPSS) was installed to combat draughts and reduce external noise.

The sash cords were then replaced, pulleys serviced and sashes correctly balanced to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the windows.

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Andy Meachen, Project Manager of the Military Academy, said: “The service that Ventrolla provided was excellent and we were very pleased with the final result. We have really benefited from the renovation work as the building is noticeably warmer, there are no more draughts and the windows now open easily.”

“We were very concerned about maintaining the aesthetics of the building and being sympathetic to its heritage, Ventrolla managed this beautifully.”

“Due to their professionalism and craftsmanship, we have also asked them to start work on our Old College renovation project too.”

The Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst was founded in 1947 and offers military, practical and academic training.

Ventrolla offers a bespoke renovation service for timber sliding sash and casement windows as well as timber doors. The central office is in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with additional offices located throughout the Ireland and the UK. For a FREE no-obligation survey and quotation, call free on 0800 0277 454 or visit our website www.ventrolla.co.uk

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We are now an approved UK partner and can offer this exciting German Engineered range of Doors and quality pre-hung door sets complimenting our prestigious collection of internal and external doors.

LEBO doors & frames manufacture a fully finished, high quality, diverse portfolio of internal flush and rebated door sets.

From stunning veneers and white lacquer, through to all glass and functional doors for commercial applications; this range has everything your project is looking for.

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Often being chosen for their architectural accuracy, elegance or physical strength, steel framed windows continue to be able to satisfy the full requirements of the Building Regulations, thanks to the detailed development work carried out by the industry's trade body, the Steel Window Association.

As a result of the SWA's latest phase of physical advancements to the W30 systems' thermal insulation performance, and independent testing of specimen windows, it has now achieved the BFRC 'B' rating standard and is able to satisfy the requirements of the revised Part L covering new build properties.

The Steel Window Association provides a technical advisory service together with detailed guidance notes on different aspects of performance.

For more details call 0844 249 1355 or visit – www.steel-window-association.co.uk

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Halo's FlushSash offers classic style with modern performance The latest innovative window system to come from Halo - a highly-specified brand of The VEKA UK Group - has been hailed as an innovation in heritage fenestration applications.

The newly-unveiled FlushSash has been designed to sit flush within its frame and mirrors the elegant window styles of the 19th Century, making it perfect for heritage and conservation projects.

Yet, however traditional this window may look, it offers deceptively modern performance.

Perfect for heritage applications, the FlushSash will provide a cost-effective solution to a range of problems associated with historic homes. Energy-efficient, five-chamber PVC-U frames with double or triple glazing will ensure period properties are more weatherproof and draughtproof.

For more information call 01282 716611 or email salesenquiry@veka.com with ‘FlushSash’ as the email title.

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Rainwater Harvesting – from Polypipe The Polypipe Rainstream rainwater harvesting system is available as a gravity fed or a pressurised system. Within a gravity fed system, water is pumped from the Rainstream Tank to a header tank in the loft. The water is then fed to each appliance by gravity. Pressurised systems use a pump to feed water directly to the appliance or appliances on demand.

The units come pre-assembled ready for installation - you can select from a wide range of tank sizes to meet your specific needs - and the rainwater harvested by the system goes through a three stage filtration process, down to 130 microns.

Installation of a Rainstream system from Polypipe will reduce mains water usage by around 50% - a valuable saving particularly if you're on a metered water supply.

For more information click on to – www.polypipe.com/building products

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Saint-Gobain PAM UK wins contract for city wide Metropolitan Police refurbishment project In an attempt to save more than £500 million over the next three years, the Metropolitan Police Authority has implemented a station refurbishment project to cut costs; good news for iron technology leader Saint-Gobain PAM UK, part of leading materials company Saint-Gobain, whose Ensign above ground drainage systems are being specified for much of the upgrade.

Ensign drainage systems were most notably used in the Brixton Police Station which recently underwent a multimillion pound, cell extension and car park refurbishment.

The project was highly focused on fire safety, security and strength leading Anderson Green, the design engineer, to specify Ensign for the job. As the only drainage system tested to a kitemark approved to BS EN 877.

For further information about Ensign visit www.saint-gobain-pam.co.uk/soildrain.

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Complete rainwater solutions systems from Graf Oral Ltd is a subsidiary of a German company - Otto Oral GmbH, a family run business with 50 years' experience in Rainwater Harvesting products, operating in 65 countries Worldwide with manufacturing plants in Germany, France, & Australia.

Oral specialize in Rainwater Harvesting offering above & below ground tanks from 10OO to 100,000 litres, with systems for domestic & commercial applications. Within the product range there is fully integrated solutions to harvest rainwater for toilets, washing machines, vehicle washing as well as garden packages.

Graf have unique products such as the Platin, a flat tank where there is no need for deep excavations, reduction in installation time, disposal of spoil, no concrete, thereby saving time and reducing costs.

For further information visit – www.graf-water.com T.01795 43 27 00

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Clark-Drain signs dual supply status with NBG Clark-Drain has recently signed a dual supply agreement with the National Buying Group (NBG) for its linear channel series of products, further reinforcing a relationship that has continued for over ten years.

The contract, to supply NBG members with Clark-Drain linear channel aimed at residential, commercial and industrial building projects includes its light duty polypropylene and medium to heavy duty polymer concrete channel systems.

Building contractors within the UK install linear channel to enable surface water or other liquids being treated to be collected as quickly and as completely as possible by the drainage system and in doing so provide safeguards for people, buildings and traffic routes in the immediate vicinity.

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Clark-Drain is a leading drainage product supplier in the United Kingdom delivering linear channel systems for recent high-profile projects such as Centre Parcs, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, as well as the Preston, Peterborough and Liverpool Lime Street station remodelling schemes.

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David Santi, Chairman of NBG’s Civil and Landscaping Category Management Team noted, “Promoting innovation in both process and practice in its supply chain, with the objective of eliminating unnecessary build costs and promoting added value and satisfaction for the customer is key to NBG’s operation. Clark-Drain has continued to demonstrate that its range of drainage options provide a useful solution for building projects across industry sectors.

We appreciate the expertise Clark-Drain brings to this market.”

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Saint-Gobain PAM UK’s Ensign Soil system takes its place in history at ‘The Great Fire of London’ site The Ensign Soil drainage system from iron technology leader Saint-Gobain PAM UK, part of leading materials group Saint-Gobain, has been installed at the prestigious Monument Place 75,000

maintenance is required once installed. The and rainwater pipes at Monument Place by M&E

of London next to Pudding Lane, the site where the Great Fire of London started in 1666.

together with its re-landscaped plaza to the north.

ground soil and waste system is red and the below ground system is coated grey. The system can be connected by cast iron mechanical joints or applications, allowing total interchangeability.

For further information on Saint-Gobain PAM UK,

“This substantial contract further endorses Ensign as the leading above ground solution on the market and reinforces Saint-Gobain PAM UK as the iron technology leader. It is the only drainage system tested and kitemark approved to the product standard BS EN 877 in the UK.” Gary Zumeris of Saint-Gobain PAM UK Enq 315

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Akuaarts is a London based design and fabrication studio –

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that undertakes commissioned work from private individuals and corporate clients such as hotels, offices and shopping malls to design and produce an array of artefacts such as Sculptures,Architectural pieces,paintings and Murals.

Show your bathroom a little love – with the cool chic of the new Langdon sanitaryware range from Hudson Reed. The range features two curvy basin styles, with four co-ordinating pan designs to choose from.

Depending on a customer's requirements these artefacts can be manufactured in various mediums such as bronze, fiberglass, wood & stone. Akuaarts is committed to provide originality and excellence in the creation of sculptures and artworks through committed practices. Akuaarts principal designer Prasad Shetty will engage with the customer and be able to transform a customer’s conceptual idea into a tangible object.

Manufactured in high quality vitreous china, the basins offer generous capacity and have softly rounded curves so you can achieve a chic, contemporary design. Those with a keen eye for detail will notice that the two basins have subtly different profiles – to co-ordinate perfectly with the pan designs. The pans are available in different styles: two close-coupled options and two back to wall designs.

Akuaarts will liaise with the customer throughout the whole process from customer engagement to installation at the customer's site.

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Backed by a 5 year guarantee and competitively priced from £139 inc VAT, the Langdon range will co-ordinate with many taps, mirrors and designer radiators from the existing Hudson Reed range.

For further information visit: www.ultra-finishing.co.uk/

Advantage Products has launched a new Access Panel catalogue containing one of the widest ranges of professional plastic, metal, fire rated and custom panels in Europe.

An essential component for fitting out buildings, Access Panels are even more important today as a requirement for compliance with Part J Building Regulations. Panels from Advantage's range are installed in The Shard, The National Gallery and are used by Barrett Homes and many others.

Their dedicated account team offer friendly and efficient service; an extensive and competitive range; next day delivery.

Advantage Products is a new division of the innovative Select Group and supply essential construction components direct to architects, specifiers, developers, construction firms, facility management companies and more.

Request an Access Panel Brochure and Pricing today.

Contact: Gareth Hughes or Andy Lawson on 01803 546262 or sales@advantageproducts.co.uk

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coming to a city near you Peel Holdings, Saint-Gobain, Arup & Willmott Dixon to speak at Roadshows exploring Retrofit business opportunities With £500 billion likely to be spent over the next three decades on upgrading existing housing and buildings, low carbon retrofits will play a significant part in the future of the construction industry.

and a non-domestic stream targeted at building owners and occupiers.

Delegate prices cost from only £125 + VAT per person and discounts apply for multiple bookings, early birds and some industry trade body members.

To book your place visit – www.retrofit-roadshow.co.uk/book or call 01743 290001.

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The Retrofit Roadshows will be taking place in the following UK’s retrofit hotspots: 03 September North West 05 September North East 10 September West Midlands 17 September Wales

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What will persuade businesses and consumers to invest in retrofits and how can customer barriers be overcome in order to drive large scale retrofits across the regions?

Keynote speakers include the Peel Holdings, SaintGobain, Arup, Willmott Dixon, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Federation of Master Builders, Energy Efficient Partnership for Buildings, British Gas, Carbon Trust and BRE. They will be joined by key players in the regions including Birmingham Energy Savers, Warm Up North, Project Viridis and AGMA.

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Contract Works Insurance for Those Wanting to Refurbish or Build an Extension If you are refurbishing or extended your building or erecting a new one, you will need insurance to be in place from the moment works start, to when they finish. The type of policy that covers loss or damage to the new works is known as “Contractors All Risks” or sometimes “Contract Works.”

We have dealt with this type of cover for many years and know from experience that many property owners believe that their current insurance policy for a building being refurbished or extended will automatically cover them for all new works whilst in progress.

Sadly, this is not usually correct – although you must remember to inform your current insurers of any work being undertaken before it starts, plus when it is completed, advise them of any changes plus any increase of rebuilding cost.

Versatile Insurance Profssionals Ltd 01837 658955.

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Leather conservation and Restoration The Sturge Conservation Studio specialises in the conservation and restoration of historic leather. The studio is based in Northampton, but works nationally and internationally.

Items treated include those as small as jewellery boxes, through to chairs and chests and painted leather screens.

Work includes the repair of tears and the filling of holes to give the object a loved and cared for appearance. Major projects have included rooms with gilt leather wall hangings both in the UK and in the Netherlands. Theo Sturge has 40 years experience, 20 as a leather conservation specialist.

He is an Accredited Conservator and a Fellow of the International Institute for Conservation.

Illustration above shows Theo Sturge working on 18th Century gilt leather wall hangings in The Netherlands.

All enquiries welcome. Contact: 01604 717929.

Email: refurb@leatherconservation.co.uk www.leatherconservation.co.uk

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Looking for some beautiful architectural salvage?

One of the great pleasures of renovating a period home is theopportunity it gives you to go to salvage yards and look at wonderful old pieces. If, however, you're travelling some distance to the yard in question, you want to be confident that they'll have exactly what you want in stock.

That's what makes Antique Buildings unique. The brainchild of Peter Barker, a man with 40 years of experience in the industry, the yard, near Godalming in Surrey, boasts an extremely comprehensive range of tiles, bricks, Peter's architectural consultancy firm specialises exclusively in ancient oak framed buildings and has won countless awards for saving and converting redundant barns, extending listed houses and designing and creating new homes using reclaimed buildings. Little wonder then that he knows exactly what people are looking for when they visit a yard.

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Leading building products manufacturer Steadmans has invested £400,000 in a new state-of-the-art production line for the popular AS30 single-skin panels at its Carlisle headquarters.

The development means Steadmans has invested about £1m in upgrading its production lines during the last year, as a new facility for its AS35 range of insulated composite cladding panels was installed around 12 months ago.

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Production capacity for AS30 panels has more than doubled as a result of the new installation. The line will also reduce material waste, as panels can now be sheared to exact lengths, which operators pre-programme for each order.

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Steadmans’ AS30 single skin roof and wall systems consist of coated steel sheets rolled to five different profiles; they may be used to form roofs - down to four degree pitch (six degree if rooflights and required) - and walls. The systems include a comprehensive range of fixings, sealants, guttering, flashings and rooflights. AS single skin roof and wall profiles are manufactured in process certified to ISO 9001:2008.

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The Knowledge Hub is the University of Bedfordshire’s gateway to business support services. By working with business, the public sector and social enterprises, the Knowledge Hub helps organisations to grow and develop their business and their staff. Our offer ranges from Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and bespoke training, through to business events and business language courses.

One of our best sellers! PRINCE2® Project Management Qualifications PRINCE2 has been developed by the UK government and as it demonstrates best practice in project management, it is widely recognised and used in the private sector.

Delivered by the University of Bedfordshire’s Knowledge Hub, this intensive 5 day course is designed for those who wish to manage future projects using PRINCE2®. It provides delegates with an opportunity to obtain an READERS ONLY OFFER £750 + Vat, including materials, examination fees, lunches and refreshments (normal price £955 + VAT). Please quote special code ‘PR13’ when making your booking.

Carol Elliott, PRINCE2 tutor said: “ After taking the PRINCE2® course through the University of Bedfordshire, you will walk away with ‘real value’ project management knowledge and be able to immediately on your projects. ‘‘ A delegate said: ‘Amazed by the trainers’ depth of knowledge, ability to educate rather than just deliver the course material.’

NEW for 2014 from the Knowledge Hub - An opportunity to identify and implement effective change management and operational tools and processes to improve business productivity and outputs.

Change Management organisations. This APMG accredited training courses will help organisations come to terms with change and manage the change process towards a positive outcome.

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All the Knowledge Hub courses can be either delivered at our BRAND NEW state of the art Postgraduate and Continuing Professional Development Centre in Luton or at the client’s own premises.

For bookings and more information:

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Ideal Standard launches design support for hotel industry Ideal Standard, a leading designer of innovative and design-driven bathroom solutions, has launched The Hotel Clinic, a free service offering industry-specific advice for the hotel sector. Held at the company’s innovative resource centre, The Bath Room, it will offer access to in-depth knowledge and practical solutions, balanced with Ideal Standard’s design expertise, to help hoteliers, interior designers and architects find realistic solutions to their bathroom challenges.

The Hotel Clinic represents a step change in the traditional showroom setting, focussing on the individual needs of the hotel and the problem they are trying to resolve. It offers visitors the opportunity to discuss their bathroom challenges with a team of experts who have in-depth experience in the sector, from both a design and product perspective.

Sessions at the clinic will cover every aspect of the bathroom setting from aesthetics to functionality, in order to determine how Ideal Standard’s extensive range of innovative products can create the right space for the right hotel.

As the hotel industry continues to experience growth and diversity, design becomes increasingly important for both high end, luxurious properties, and the budget end of the sector, to ensure they are meeting the needs of an increasingly demanding consumer-base.

As a longstanding expert in non-residential norms, standards and legislation, Ideal Standard will use the Hotel Clinic to offer advice and expertise to specifiers at the earliest stages of their projects.

After reviewing a number of solutions that meet specified criteria, clients will be given the opportunity to see a 3D visualisation of the new bathroom in their hotel setting, using the Bathroom Planner tool. In addition they will be able to take away complimentary copies of their CAD designs .

Taking place on the first and third Thursday of every month, The Hotel Clinic is open to developers, interior designers, architects and hotel operators.

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The launch of The Hotel Clinic is part of Ideal Standard’s commitment to bringing total bathroom solutions to all residential and non-residential settings with its UK-manufactured products.

To book an appointment at The Hotel Clinic contact Lucy Stokes at The Bath Room on +44 (0) 20 7253 4776 or Email Lucy Stokes LStokes@idealstandard.com

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Latest addition to IST Ltd’s world-wide patented LED driver portfolio – is the iDrive® Thor 36, a 36-channel, high power (2kW) LED driver for constant voltage applications. Centralised driver systems have the potential to significantly reduce installation and commissioning costs by combining the dimming controller, power supply and LED driver in one integrated unit. The Thor 36 is compatible with a wide range of embedded dimming protocols, including DMX, RDM, DALI, DSI, Art-Net 3, KiNet and Ethernet, with the functionality to dim in 8-bit or 16-bit mode, providing unprecedented accuracy for dimming and colour control.

Other centralized drivers in the iDrive® range include the Force 24, an advanced DMX/RDM 24- channel LED driver and the White Knight 32, a 32-channel DALI LED driver designed specifically for the demanding professional white light market.

For more information, please contact sales@istl.com or visit IST’s website at www.istl.com.

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Armstrong Laundry Systems – keeping things clean at the British Army’s renowned Infantry Battle School Armstrong Commercial Laundry Systems has been supplying the equipment for the launderette facility at the British Army’s famous Infantry Battle School in Wales for more than 15 years. Currently the equipment comprises eight Primus 7kg washer extractors and four Speed Queen Twinstar™0300 stacking dryers, each offering 2 x 13kg drying capacity.

Debbie Howard from the Regimental Administration Office told us, “For some of the military kit we have to use an extra hot wash – particularly when they have been out on the Beacons and come back caked in mud! This equipment has to earn its keep. We have always been happy with the quality and service we get from Armstrong.

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New Construction Environmental Manual Launched Construction Industry Publications (CIP) has re-launched its popular Construction Environmental Manual. The new Manual has been written by leading Environmental Managers and Advisors who represent a cross section of the UK’s leading construction companies. It includes seven new sections on Training, Procurement, Design, Materials, Climate Change, Greenhouse Gas Mitigation and Energy and Incident Management.

The Manual is aimed at site managers and supervisors of main contractors and subcontractors, in particular it should help project managers, site agents, site foremen and engineers address environmental issues in a practical way.

CIP are offering a FREE set of Environmental checklists as a taster for all those that register their interest at http://checklist.cip-greenbook.com/.

Further information on the CIP website www.cip-books.com.

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Editor’s Choice New Suppliers Get Screwfix Seal Of Approval

Scolmore adds New Media Modules

Leading multi-channel trade supplier Screwfix is continuing to back innovation after listing more than 170 new products on its popular website.

As ownership of portable electronic devices - such as smart phones, cameras and E-readers - continues to increase, so too does the number of leads and adaptors required to keep these devices charged.

Scolmore Group has come up with a simple and neat solution with its new USB Charging Module, which negates the need for a myriad of charging leads and means just one USB cable is required to charge all devices.

Designed for easy installation into a 25mm back box and with a charging capacity of 1000mA, the Scolmore USB Charging Module is a standard clip-in 25mm x 50mm Euro module design. It is available in either a white or black finish and can be fitted into all Scolmore’s media plates to complement any installation.

An ideal retrofit product, the application potential is enormous with homes, offices, schools, hotels, education, leisure outlets and transport interchanges allset to benefit.

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One company which is already benefitting from their online listing with Screwfix is Centurion Europe. After meeting the Screwfix buyers at the ‘Innovation Day’, Centurion Europe’s sales director, John Burley, impressed the team with the company’s stencil letter and number kits and lockout electrical safety kits. Both products are now listed on the Screwfix website, allowing Doncaster-based Centurion Europe to reach a new customer base.

For many of the companies taking part in the online trial, this is the first time their products have been made available through a large supplier. Plus, with more than 270 stores across the UK, getting a Screwfix catalogue listing after the online trial could be a breakthrough for many products and companies.

Andrew Livingston, CEO at Screwfix, comments: “Our Innovation Day allowed us to cut the red-tape in setting up new suppliers and fast-track these exciting and innovative products into our range. Setting up relationships with new suppliers is key to the ongoing development of our brand and our offering, as we continue to look for ways to offer our customers the best possible choice.

“We are committed to backing British innovation and SMEs, and with such an array of new products coming into the market, it really is a win-win situation for everyone involved.”

For more information visit www.screwfix.com.

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Brett Permeable paving meets the complex drainage needs of a car park site

Integritank waterproofing protection for exclusive Goodman's Fields development

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Permeable paving supplied by Brett Landscaping has provided an effective Sustainable Drainage Solution (SUDS) for a car park site in Cheltenham.

Stirling Lloyd's Integritank high performance structural waterproofing membrane is being used to protect a prestigious new mixed use development in the heart of the City of London.

Long Rake Spar continually strive to introduce unique new products to the trade that have a high sell through rate, whilst offering a sound profit return.

Cheltenham Architects car park is part of a complex that includes an adjoining three-storey Victorian building and garden. The complex is designed in such a way that requires a specific functional infiltration method to cope with excessive water levels, while preventing detrimental effects from flooding – something which the site has previously experienced.

Brett Landscaping used its PermCalc design software, focusing on specific techniques and detailing to achieve the optimum mix of functionality and aesthetics.

Main contractors Berkeley Homes required a high quality structural waterproofing system with a proven track record of successful use on podium decks, apartment balconies and green roof areas and some 2,200m2 of Integritank was applied by Stirling Lloyd Construction.

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The sales of our recently launched, uniquely different Flamingo chippings have excelled in this respect, already outselling many established products such as Plum and Blue Slate in both, bulk bags and pre-pack; a fantastic achievement for this relatively new product.

Following on from this success we now introduce our 20mm ONYX a further unique, highly decorative chipping.

The enriching, golden, buff and apricot tones of this 20mm angular chipping uplift and contrast beautifully with paving. Onyx is available to order in either bulk bags or pre-pack bags with complimentary samples available by immediate delivery.

Visit – www.longrakespar.co.uk/ or call : 01629 636210

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Goodman's Fields is an exclusive seven acre site comprising a selection of residential studios and apartments as well as retail and commercial space, student accommodation and a hotel.

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External Environment & Landscaping Refurbishing a leaking pool?

NEW BRUSH CUTTER FOR SPRING & SUMMER FROM MARUYAMA STABLE Maruyama is launching a new power tool for spring and summer says its UK importer.

The Maruyama BCV5020 50CC Semi Clearing Brush Cutter will be available through Leicestershire-based DMMP Ltd. “Maruyama is a company which constantly develops its techniques and ideas,” explains DMMP managing director Marcus Palmer. “This latest model benefits from their fastidious strive for excellence as it exceeds the company's already high standards of technology, performance and design.”

The ultra lightweight BCV5020 has a new anti-vibration system, which uses oversized volumetric anti-vibration dampers, located in tandem on the front side and the engine side. The round shape of the vibration damper is streamline and compact for smooth operation.

It also has a new gear case. The revised-size gear wheel provides more durability than conventional brushcutters and a pressed gear blade shaft for reducing backlash. The inside gear case has improved machining accuracy, and the blade shaft angle has been revised to 60 degrees (55 is conventional for brush cutters).

The BCV5020 has a useful tool-free handle adjustment: the central wing nut enables easy adjustment without the use of tools. For transportation and space-saving storage, the handle can be rotated 90 degrees.

Maruyama NE engines are engineered with high compression ratio (7.5) resulting in higher torque and power.

“This is an excellent, hardworking power tool,” concludes Marcus"representing a good value, quality investment.

For advice or to learn more about Maruyama, please call 0845 643 9776 or visit www.dmmp.co.uk

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Harlequin Liberty springs into action at ‘Can You Dance?’

Harlequin Floors has been involved in showcasing UK talent by supplying two Liberty sprung floor panels to 'Can You Dance?', an event in Nottingham, Norwich and Leeds that saw hundreds of dancers train with professionals and show off their skills on stage. The Liberty sprung floor ensured that dancers of all genres and abilities could take part in the event, due to its versatile nature and high-performance ability.

Harlequin Liberty is a sprung floor panel system designed for permanent or semi-permanent and portable applications. The panels are laid in brickwork fashion onto the sub-floor and are connected by a rounded tongue and groove, secured in place with Harlequin Floors’“one turn of the key” latch and lock mechanism. The sprung floor can be used in conjunction with most Harlequin surface finishes.

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Screedflo dB is the product of an intensive industry wide development programme, jointly funded by the major joist manufacturers and Screedflo Ltd, to provide a high quality, cost effective, acoustic solution for party floors.

Altro walks the walk of champions

Screedflo dB can be used with both I beams and steel lattice joists in masonry, timber frame or steel frame, and with solid timber in renovation work.

As the supplier of flooring to the London 2012 Games, Altro was the only PVC manufacturer of safety floor approved for use at the Games. London 2012 was the most sustainable Olympic Games in history and Altro supplied a total of 50,000m2 of safety flooring to the Games – enough to completely wrap the Olympic Stadium.

Screedflo dB comes as a complete package, with one company supplying every component in the system. To give additional confidence, Screedflo dB is the only system of its type where every component, including the screed, is CE marked.

The 74mm deep Screedflo dB system consists of three main elements: ! a 40mm Screedflo Anhydrite screed. ! a two part acoustic layer, consisting of 24mm Screedflo dBoard and 10mm dBfoam. ! an edge isolation system. www.screedflo.co.uk Tel: 01621 874781

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St John’s Primary School in Kent has a bold and colourful new entrance area and corridor created using Altro XpressLayTM safety flooring, originally laid at the 2012 Olympics venues.

Re-use of the flooring has been possible as Altro XpressLay is the world’s first ever adhesive-free safety floor that can be taken up easily post-installation for re-use or recycling.

The entrance to St John’s Primary now features coloured circles that replicate the famous Olympic rings with the words ‘Corridor of Champions’ in the centre.

For further information call 01462 489516 or visit – www.altro.co.uk

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Floors & Flooring EMCO UK – the first step into a brighter future!

Entrances give visitors their first impression of a matting solution can be to your business. Their team building and the organisation that operates of expert surveyors and technicians know exactly within it. And we all know how important first how to find the solution you need – no matter how impressions can be! big, small or unusual your project may be.

Entrance matting is, quite literally, the first step to EMCO UK’s surveyors will always conduct a free site a successful meeting with your customers. It’s survey, offer you honest advice and help you to select functional and low tech and you don’t really want a matting solution which will add value to your building people to notice it. or development project.

But, it’s vital that it does its job well – an effective The team at EMCO UK knows that a mat is not just a entrance matting system will welcome your guests, mat – it is the first step to improving your building protect internal floor finishes by removing dirt, grit and your business! and moisture as guests enter, avoid the danger caused by slippery floors in your reception area and Our Products EMCO has developed a tried and tested selection of save on floor cleaning and maintenance costs throughout your building. quality entrance mat ranges including; Diplomat, If you’re looking to replace or specify entrance matting Marschall, Senator, Radial and Plaza as well as offerfor your site or building, you will to be faced with the ing numerous special designs. All are designed to matting technicians at EMCO’s workshop in Shropoption of over 100 different matting products. They be attractive, hard-wearing and to make sure that shire, from where they can be delivered directly to don’t all do the same job and they are not all suitable dirt and moisture are left at the door. your site. for every situation! There are options of aluminium or All EMCO products can be provided on a supply only PVC, open or closed construction with a variety of Logo Matting or installed basis. Installed where you need it. textile or rubber inserts. In addition to all of this you EMCO UK also offers a bespoke logo matting service will need to consider how the product is going to be that can help you to improve your brand awareness A complete nationwide and pan-European installation service is available. maintained. That’s why it’s a job for the experts! as soon as customers enter your building. It’s a surCertified EMCO UK installation engineers are based EMCO is one of Europe’s largest providers of entrance prisingly affordable solution that is bound to impress. throughout the UK to ensure your matting system is matting systems and related products. The company installed on time and to the highest standards that offers a complete range of entrance matting solu- Available when you need it EMCO demands for its customers. tions including standard, bespoke and custom-built All standard products are held in stock and can be swiftly delivered direct to your site to minimise cost systems to meet any requirement.

EMCO UK will find a matting solution for every situation backed up by expertise, value for money and atAs an international market leader with more than 40 and avoid unnecessary delays. years experience in the entrance matting industry, Bespoke and customised products are manufactured tention to detail. EMCO UK guarantees to make your matting system work for you from day one.

EMCO UK understands how important the right by some of the UK’s most skilled and experienced To find out more about EMCO products and service give them a call on 01743 761715 (quote Tomorrow’s Flooring) or visit their website at www.emcouk.co.uk

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A brand new innovation exclusive to Protecta Screen, Recyclo-CardTM is a roll out floor protection made from 100% recycled packaging.

Available in 1.25 x 40m rolls, it has a waterproof PE coating meaning that it is suitable for a wide range of applications. It can be fully recycled after use meaning minimal impact on the environment. Simply tape down using our Joining Tape, which can be custom printed with your company details.

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Glass & Glazing ISG Secures £6.5 Million London Art Deco Restoration The Senate House library houses world class Arts, Humanities and Socialcience collections ISG has been awarded a £6.5 million project to refurbish the north section of Senate House – the iconic Portland Stone building that houses the University of London’s world-famous library and central administration facilities.

Formerly used as the Ministry of Information during World War II, the Grade II* listed Art Decoinspired modernist building at the centre of the university’s campus in Russell Square. The first phase of the project sees ISG carry out a systematic strip out of the accommodation, followed by sensitive demolition works to break out the existing floor slabs and insertion of new structural steelwork. A large access void will be created within the concrete floor and an existing basement-to-roof riser will be stripped out, the space reconfigured and a new lift installed.

The internal remodelling of Senate House includes the provision of new partition walls to create a library, with book racking, shelving and research facilities. ISG will also deliver new lecture theatres, conference facilities and a number of cellular offices and studies. The high specification fit out is being carried out in an architecturally sensitive manner to preserve the heritage of the building, using traditional materials and skilled craftspeople to repair lime stone plaster, interior timberwork and stone cornices.

The Portland Stone building is reputedly the inspiration for George Orwell’s description of the Ministry of Truth in the novel 1984.

Secondary glazing will be either replaced or upgraded to improve the building’s thermal and acoustic performance and existing parquet flooring repaired and rejuvenated. ISG is delivering a full turnkey solution for the University of London involving the sourcing and supply of all fixtures, fittings and equipment.

A key element of the modernisation works includes the installation of modern and efficient mechanical and electrical systems.

Stuart Deverill, ISG’s Southern regional managing director, commented: “ISG has built up a wealth of experience successfully delivering projects involving complex structural alterations within some of London’s most iconic and architecturally sensitive buildings. The demand for better performing accommodation has never been greater and this is driving a market where ISG’s specialist knowledge and expertise in complex space reconfiguration and retrofit services upgrades continues to be highly valued.”

For further information about ISG, its companies and its offerings, please visit our website www.isgplc.com

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New TecnoFlex Plus – the best just got better!

Free Chimney Helpline

The latest version of TecnoFlex, the UK’s leading chimney liner, has been launched by market leaders, Schiedel Chimney Systems. Designed with 20% greater flexibility and a unique lock design giving greater strength than previous liners, the product represents cutting edge technology in Chimney Lining systems.

THERMOCRETE, the country's leading chimney-lining specialists, have launched a Free Chimney Helpline to assist anyone who is concerned about the condition or safety of their chimney or flue.

“We have listened to the market feedback on flexible liners.

Installers have been looking for more flexibility and greater strength – so we did something about it,” says David Wright, Marketing Manager for Schiedel, “our engineers have worked in tandem with the machine manufacturers to come up with a new unique lock design on the joint, which has radically improved performance in both these key areas.”

Schiedel Rite-Vent has 45 years experience of manufacturing Stainless Steel chimneys, liners and accessories from their plant in Washington, Tyne and Wear.

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The consequences of a faulty chimney can be dangerous or even fatal. According to government figures over 200 people die each year and many more suffer from the effects of carbon monoxide gas, leaking from their chimneys.

Over the past 25 years the THERMOCRETE management team has accumulated a wealth of experience and knowledge regarding the problems associated with faulty chimneys and flues. The team will be able to analyse the caller's information and identify dangerous conditions, and recommend which steps to take to solve the problem.

Anyone in need of specialist help or advice regarding their chimney, can ring the Free Helpline, by dialing 0800 0345 442

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Housing trust selects energy-efficient communal heating for comfort and performance Peaks & Plains Housing Trust has installed a communal heating system to its £3.7 million Hunters Gate development in Handforth, Cheshire. The project consists of 36 two-bedroomed apartments built to offer tenants affordable and energy-efficient homes.

The new system is made up of five Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan® CAHV air source heat pumps, providing the properties with a total of 200kW of renewable, cost-effective underfloor heating. It also takes care of the tenants’ domestic hot water requirements whilst keeping the Housing Trust’s carbon emissions to a minimum.

The Ecodan CAHV air source heat pump monobloc system can operate singularly, or form part of a multiple unit system and its scalability makes it ideal for projects of any size.

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Heating & Ventilation Save Energy with a Stylish Ceiling Fan

Electric Boiler Heat Packs With a significant increase in the awareness of electric boilers for wet central heating systems many heating engineers are genuinely considering this type of system as a feasible replacement where natural gas is not available or there are issues with concealed gas flues.

An electric boiler on a wet central heating system presents all the controllability that a gas fired central heating system offers. As no flue is involved and no gas analysis is required the installation of the system will be a lot quicker than that of a gas boiler.

The Electric Heating Company recognise that “Time is Money” and as such have developed Electric Boiler & Cylinder Heat Packs that incorporate all the necessary components (with the exception of radiators, radiator valves and pipe-work) for a complete electric heating & hot water system.

For more information please contact The Electric Heating Company on 01698 820533 or visit: www.electric-heatingcompany.co.uk

TROX introduces new X-Fans to UK market TROX has introduced its new X-FANS range of ventilation and smoke extraction products to the UK market and announces four new additions.

TROX TLT axial, centrifugal, roof fans and duct installation fans are suitable for ventilation and smoke extraction in buildings such as airports, hotels, factories, offices, enclosed car parks and traffic systems. The four new product lines include: the X-FANS EC Roof Fan range for ventilation; the X-FANS Impulse Jet Fan range for smoke extraction from galleries; the X-FANS Jet Ventilation System for enclosed car parks; and the VDS VentilatorDiagnoseSystem.

For further information on TROX UK Ltd products please Tel: 01842 754545 or visit: www.troxuk.co.uk/

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Pivot Stove & Heating, a long established brand in Australia and New Zealand, has opened its first showroom and national distribution hub in the UK in Macclesfield, Cheshire. Supplying integrated home heating and cooking solutions, Pivot will be showcasing the best sustainable, renewable fuels heating resources from around the world.

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Pivot’s huge product range will include freestanding and inset stoves, both wood burning and multi-fuel, plus a range of efficient boiler stoves and range cookers. Brands being stocked include Esse, Jetmaster and Pyroclassic, the cleanest, most efficient wood fire in New Zealand for 30 years. Other products include thermal stores from McDonald Engineering and stoves from Westfire and Mendip.

Pivot will be supplying both trade and retail customers throughout the UK with its wide range of heating products, which will include a variety of flue systems.

Contact Pivot by calling 03333 231270 or email info@pivotstove.co.uk or go to www.pivotstove.co.uk for more information.

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the fit and forget solution to freezing Condensing boiler pipes With autumn upon us and winter close behind, it is surely time to think about taking early measures to avoid the mess and expense of frozen pipes in the months ahead.

In protecting condensate pipes from condensing boilers, one product that stands head and shoulders above the rest is Condensulate Xtreme - a fit and forget solution from insulation specialists GTi in Argyll where they know a thing or two about cold winters.

Developed from space age material, Aerogel. Condensulate Xtreme, unlike other solutions, uses no moving parts, thermostats or electricity.

Martin Clayton GTi Business Development & Stratgey Director said: “I have complete faith in this product above all others in the market. It really is fit and forget and should last around 60 years in most situations. It just gets on quietly and does its job. When it’s sleeved inside a waste pipe it is immune to UV degradation, or attacks from vermin or vandals. We’ve had it independently tested by the Building Research Establishment to -20°C; it did not freeze at -10°C and is BS 5864-2010 compliant. British Gas has been extensively using the product.’’

Facts The Condensulate Condensing Boiler Pipe Insulation Three Metre Kit includes: t Condensulate pipe - 3.0 linear meters; t 1 x straight adaptor/connector - 21.5mm x 20mm; t 1 x adaptor/reducer - 32mm x 21.5mm; t 1 x pipe end - 21.5mm; t 1 x Drainguard; t 1 x Instruction card.

Condensulate Condensing Boiler Pipe Insulation Features and Benefits: t Easy to install - includes adaptors. t Fully integrated & flexible pipe. t Not vulnerable to UV degradation, vandalism or vermin when sleeved in waste pipe. t An innovative cost effective solution. t No electrical or mechanical parts - no power supply needed. t Aesthetically pleasing. t Sleeve in 40mm waste pipe. t Independently tested by the building research establishment to -20°C. t BS 5864-2010 compliant. t Testing with a flow rate at 500ml per hour.

Boilers only produce condensate whilst operating in condensing mode, flow rates are not constant.

Note: It is recommended that no more than three metres of Condensulate is run externally and is not fixed horizontally and that as much fall is maintained as possible. Swept bends are recommended. £31.95 ex Vat (minimum order) Other sizes available

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CLEARVIEW STOVES

Britain’s leading manufacturer of clean burning wood stoves 6 GOOD REASONS TO INSTALL A CLEARVIEW STOVE 1. Clearview Stoves are the best Clearview have been designing and manufacturing wood-burning stoves for nearly 25 years. They were the first company ever to have a multi fuel stove approved for burning wood in smokeless zones and since then have continued to set the standards that others aspire too. Many people consider them to be the best in the world.

2. Clearview Stoves are efficient A Clearview Stove is over 70% efficient while most open fires are only 10% efficient. A Clearview in the living room keeps you warm and cozy in the place you spend most of your time.

3. Clearview Stoves are a joy to use There is nothing quite so elemental as the log fire, nothing that excites the imagination like its flames. It’s one of life’s little pleasures. A Clearview Stove offers an exceptional view of the fire, is easy to light and burns for long periods unattended.

4. Wood is a renewable fuel that’s good for the environment During their lifetime trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, provide food and shelter for wildlife and add beauty to our lives. Burning wood releases no more CO2 than would its eventual decay. Simply put, burning wood just warms you, not the planet.

5. Wood and Clearview put you in control The huge, centralized; energy companies can be unreliable. When a storm interrupts the electrical supply, you can be left stumbling around in the dark with no heating to speak of. However, a Clearview wood stove is 100% reliable and keeps you safe, and warm during a power-cut.

6. Wood saves you money!

We almost forgot to mention it, but for many, wood is the cheapest fuel you can use. Best of all, it grows on trees!

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SOLAR FIRST FOR SPEEDHEAT

A converted Victorian village school has become the first home in the UK to run electrical floor heating from Speedheat by solar power.

Generating at least part of their electricity needs from solar panels was one of the first things that Richard and Yvonne Gurney considered after the family moved into the five bedroom home, which already benefited from Speedheat underfloor heating throughout under a mix of floor finishes.

Halo Energy designed of three sets of roof-mounted panels capable of supporting an 8kw supply – double that of more typical residential systems but less than required for commercial use – taking into account the slate roof of an 1830s building with a modern extension.

It’s daylight, not sun, that triggers the panels into action, so even during the

dullest times of the year the system is still making a valuable contribution to the family’s energy needs.

The sums add up, too. The mains electricity supplier pays for half of everything generated from the roof panels at 14.5p per kw. In the first eight months, which included a full winter, the Gurneys received £550 to offset against their overall bill.

It has also led to a different way of using electricity, especially the heating.

Speedheat’s advanced thermostat controls are adjustable to suit how and when the family uses the heating to maximise the electricity generated during daylight and keep the house cosy.

Said Yvonne, who runs her Verbal Copywriter and coaching consultancy from home, “We are not neutral in terms of our bill, but we’re fairly close to being carbon neutral in our electricity use.”

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Highly valued Specflue customer Dave Clarke & Son is a long established heating and plumbing family firm in Hinckley, Leicestershire whose professionalism has been truly rewarded and noted with the three major awards in their sector.

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The company has just picked up the title of Energy Efficient Installer Of The Year In the Heating & Ventilating sector at the prestigious event held at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel in Mayfair. The award reflects the work they have done in recent years to promote high quality installation work using the latest equipment designed to use less energy, create less emissions and reduce heating bills.

The Specflue products involved include their pioneering stainless steel Xcel HEATBANK ® thermal storage technology, the elegant MCZ biomass stove and boiler selection and of course the all embracing original flues range. As Dave Clarke observes” It’s always nice to be recognised for what we do, day to day, for a living. There are so many quality firms operating in our industry that to be singled out for an award like this is humbling.

Dave Clarke sums up his company’s notable success “ We believe in matching old values of customer support with the latest cost-effective technology which is why we have created our welcoming showroom to put visitors at ease and take the time to listen and explain our solutions. The Specflue HEATBANK® for example may look to be rather space-age at first but it does exactly what it says and customers soon appreciate the variety of natural heat sources and the means to fit it in to any location.

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Dixons Retail chooses Daikin Sky Air for improved energy efficiencies Dixons Retail, operator of the Currys and PC World brands, has a portfolio of more than 500 stores in the UK. As part of its corporate policy, the company strives to minimise its impact on the environment. Its ethos is to sell the best leading-edge technological products possible and to reflect this policy in the systems used to heat, cool and light its stores.

In this application five condenser units are connected to five of Daikin’s new self-cleaning ceiling cassettes, which run down the centre of the store. Together with an RTD-20 Retail Economiser intelligent control system, the system is designed to provide Dixons Retail with the highest levels of energy efficiency at the 8,000 sq. ft. store.

As part of its rolling refurbishment programme, Dixons Retail is always looking for the highest energy efficient climate control systems to replace older, outdated models.

Daikin’s round flow cassettes blend with interior décor as they are integrated into the ceiling with only the decoration panel visible. This decoration panel is the secret to increasing comfort levels and providing the perfect climate conditions as the various flaps can be individually opened and closed to ensure that the heating and cooling are directed to where they are needed.

Take, for example, its Currys PCWorld shop at RichmondUpon-Thames. The store underwent refurbishment in October 2012 and as part of that work, outdated equipment running on the now banned R22 refrigerant needed to be replaced with a system that could deliver much higher levels of energy efficiency together with a reduced carbon impact.

The company chose Sky Air Seasonal Smart condensers from Daikin UK. Seasonal Smart condensers offer at least 20% better performance than previous inverter solutions and exceed the recently introduced European Energy Related Products Directive legislation that sets minimum efficiency standards for air conditioning systems. They meet the needs of projects requiring greater levels of flexibility such as longer piping lengths, a wider operating range or EDP applications. Efficiency and comfort can be further enhanced with selectable evaporating and condensing temperatures.

The system is discreet with limited visual and operating impact, creating and inviting atmosphere for customers.

Key features t R-22/R-407C Replacement technology has been incorporated; replacement solutions deliver major energy savings, offering rapid payback and a cost-effective upgrade solution, phased for minimal downtime. t Guarantees operation in heating mode down to -20°C external temperature. t t A 75m pipe run to achieve longer runs for installation(100-140 class). t Compatibility with D-BACS – links your unit into the wider building management system. t Customisable evaporating & condensing temperatures to improve operating efficiencies. t 3 phase or single phase available for all classes.

The decoration panel also reduces maintenance as it conceals the auto cleaning function. This traps dust with a special filter that cleans itself once a day, and allows easy removal of the collected dust. The selfcleaning function can reduce energy consumption by up to a half, when compared with other systems.

operating and performing. We will definitely be looking at installing more of these systems in our stores over the coming 12 months.”

Simon Oliver, whose company CCN Limited has worked with Dixons Retail for 30 years, was responsible for installing the Daikin system. He said: “The installation of the Richmond system was very straightforward.

The store was closed for a total of four weeks for full refurbishment and the air conditioning installation was completed within two weeks during that time. We also fitted a similar system to the company’s Currys.Digital store in Camden Town, which took a week to install and commission.

“The Camden Town store is situated in one of the busiest shopping streets in the country and Dixons Retail had been particularly concerned about the staining around the old ceiling cassettes. Daikin’s self-cleaning cassettes have solved this problem.”

Developed by Daikin UK, the RTD 20 Retail Economiser monitors and controls air conditioning systems, allowing different temperature settings for trading hours or non-trading periods where staff are at work.

It adjusts depending on the comfort requirements of different parts of a store, such as main retail area, changing rooms, or till area. It also takes into account footfall and the external temperature to optimise internal conditions accordingly. The level of smart control offered can give real reductions in carbon footprint and running costs.

Colin Braidwood, Energy Manager for Dixons Retail, was responsible for selecting the system. He said: “We are very pleased with the energy efficiency we are experiencing at Richmond, and at our stores at Camden Town and Victoria Station, which have also used Daikin products in their refurbishments in 2012. Ideally, I would like to judge a system over a full 12 month period, but the difference in energy efficiency that we are experiencing at this store so far is looking really good.

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Insulation For all new build or refurbishment projects windows and doors play a vital role in the overall energy efficiency of a building’s fabric. There are thousands of buildings in the UK that would benefit from upgrading the energy performance of the building fabric. Windows and doors play a vital role in minimising energy use, a more cost-effective way to reduce CO2 emissions in buildings often much better than costly and often ineffective, bolt-on measures.

As part of a refurbishment scheme the replacement of existing windows with new high performance windows should be a top priority. In almost all the ‘top ten’ tip lists for improving energy efficiency you will find preventing heat loss (leakage) from windows right at the top of the list. This is good advice, but in the UK many of the generally available window styles and materials are not suitable for many reasons including building type and age, aesthetic considerations, or performance requirements. How to specify quality performance windows that qualify as sustainable in their construction is a real issue. Not everyone can (or wants to) build to Passivhaus standards, many older or character buildings will have a limit on the overall performance they can achieve. This requires a joinery specification that can provide the best option for reducing energy use, with a sympathetic design at a price that fits both performance and budget.

This is where Ecomerchant excel as they have over 15 years’ experience in designing and delivering joinery.

This experience means that an option is available for almost all situations including period, listed and historic buildings which deserve particular attention to detail when considering replacement windows, additionally they may need conservation approval.

Ecomerchant offer a broad range of performance

joinery in wood, aluminium clad and wood composite to suit a wide range of budgets including tilt and turn, casement, sliding sash, French doors, internal doors and external doors. Now for each application choice, price and performance can be combined into the optimum specification for any job.

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Prevent a damp outside skin becoming a damp inside wall when an extension is added The exterior skin of a cavity wall is designed to become wet when rain falls. The cavity prevents that wetness from reaching the inside skin. Wherever the skins connect at lintel level, a dpc tray ensures the penetrating water is prevented from reaching the inside skin. Similarly all wall ties are shaped so water tracking along a tie drips off it into the cavity before it reaches the inner skin.

The attachment to an existing exterior skin of an extension results in the original exterior skin becoming an internal wall below the new roofline. If the abutting roof is flashed only, there is nothing to prevent the penetrating wetness from gravitating downwardly into the new extension.

The solution is to install cavity trays. The only cavitray awarded European Technical Approval and designed for insertion into existing walls is the Type X manufactured by Cavity Trays of Yeovil. This approved tray has many novel features that make the task of installation and compliance easy, swift and economical The Type X cavitray may be used to regularise construction junctions in new and existing structures to comply with the building Regulations.

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Casca Glass Magnetic Writing Boards are a Great British success story! These stylish alternatives to standard whiteboards and noticeboards are simply stunning in their minimalist design, and can give the work environment a distinctive visual edge.

The Casca brand has developed over the last two years, and leads the market in bespoke design. Customers can specify the exact size and colour of the glass writing board they prefer, and the product is then manufactured in the UK to order. on the market, giving guaranteed colour fastness and surface quality.

David Shaw, Marketing Director of Casca, said: “These products add beauty and

For more information: Tel: 0845 988 6058 Email: sales@casca-glass.com

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Form over function, or function over form?

Safety, fit for purpose, standards, ergonomics… not the usual starting points for designing aesthetically pleasing furniture. So how can you incorporate practicality without stifling creativity?

The answer lies within a new resource for furniture designers, set to be launched in September at 100% Design, a trade show for the design industry.

The Furniture Design Toolkit (FDT), created by the Furniture Industry Research Association, aims to provide designers with the tools needed to incorporate ergonomics, user trials standards and legislation into the design process. The Toolkit is the only design resource to contain this highly valuable information, provided by industry experts.

FIRA’s FDT will be launched at 11am on Thursday 19th September at an exclusive event during 100% Design. A panel of design experts will discuss their views on the Toolkit and open the session up for questions. In addition, FIRA will be exhibiting and giving out information about the Toolkit throughout 100% Design (18-21 September) at Stand O33a.

Levent Çaglar, FIRA’s Principal Ergonomist, said: “In today’s marketplace, to compete with low-priced imported products from abroad, UK manufacturers are concentrating on adding value through design expertise. For a product to be commercially successful, it needs to be attractive to users, fit for purpose and designed to sound ergonomic principles to ensure good usability; regardless of price point.”

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Office furniture School furniture Contract/Hospitality furniture

It will include key information about ergonomics, user testing, task analysis and standards.

Levent continued: “Designing new products using the Toolkit will significantly reduce the cost of development and the time taken by getting it right first time. The FDT provides designers with tools and guidance to help them concentrate on creating visually attractive and desirable products which meet all standards and are ready for market.”

Following the launch at 100% Design, the Furniture Design Toolkit will be available to download from the website as an interactive PDF. The Toolkit can be accessed free of charge to members of the Furniture Industry Research Association or purchased for £90 by non-members.

Established sixty four years ago, the Furniture Industry Research Association was set by the industry for the industry. It provides invaluable technical support to the entire furniture supply chain and funds projects for the benefit of the industry.

100% Design is the largest and longest running contemporary design event for industry professionals in the UK. Staged at London’s Earls Court Exhibition Centre, it is the commercial cornerstone event of the London Design Festival.

To book your place at the launch of the Furniture Design Toolkit, please visit www.fira.co.uk/furniture-design-toolkit call +44 (0) 1438 777 700 or email info@fira.co.uk

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The ‘Bio’ Collection from Compac – naturally

Agglomerate For Co-ordinated Floor-To-Ceiling Look

The Nature ‘Bio’ Collection from COMPAC is one of the best kitchen and bathroom quartz worksurface ranges on the market – it’s often copied but never equalled.

Matching floor-to-ceiling interior finishes are currently exciting designers, architects and developers, who specify an identical look for floor tiles, stairways, vanities, countertops, wall cladding, partitions, panels and waterproof liners.

One hard surface material that is exceptional for this coordinated styling of decorative finishes is Trend agglomerate, a versatile composite that is uniquely produced only quarter of an inch thick (6.7mm) and is ideal for most vertical and horizontal surfaces. Despite its lightweight, slimline profile, this teak-hard agglomerate is as tough and hardwearing as granite slab, resistant to water, chemicals, impact, abrasion and thermal shock, and can be fitted to most substrates, from timber and tiling, to plaster and concrete.

This exciting range, the first to use BIO resins from renewable organic material, offers exceptional hardness, resistance to abrasion, impact and acids and is extremely easy to clean.

Thought to be the most technically advanced quartz worksurface available, the Nature ‘Bio’ Collection and has been created with a perfect finish, depth of grain and uniformity of textures and colours.

Available in 7 stunning colours including Perlino with its unique veined finish (featured in photograph) and a range of thicknesses.

Contact Compac UK Tel: 0208 564 93 77 E: London@compac.es or visit: www.compac.es

For further information and nearest approved stockist, tel: 0800 044 5395 or email info-gb@trend-group.com “My Agglomerates brochure”, can also be downloaded from www.trend-group.com

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Is the evolution of stone into a perfect surface, going one step further than natural stone. Our product is the result of the most cutting-edge technological development, manufactured with precision engineering, innovation and quality using the exclusive Bretonstone® process. Its versatility, resistance, aesthetic performance, hygienic quality and easy maintenance have won the trust of architects and designers worldwide.

Owned by an Italian family but located in Germany, QUARTZFORMS offers Italian design flair combined with German precision engineering.

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esp-Oak Furniture is the brand of choice for over 500 retailers and contractors nationwide. We supply the trade with over 2000 innovative home furnishing products that endeavour to offer market leading design and exceptional value for money.

Situated in the heart of the midlands and only 15 minutes away from Birmingham airport, we invite you to visit our inspirational 6 floor showroom which is open Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm. Free accommodation and parking is available and a member of Besp-Oak staff will be on hand to offer you a personal guided tour which will include a tour of our purpose built living environments ‘The House of Besp-Oak’ and the sophisticated city apartment ‘The Loft - Madison Ave’.

Besp-Oak’s comprehensive selection of products are available by mixed 20FT, 40FT and 40FT high cube container delivered direct and also on a wholesale basis. We have a 140,000SQFT wholesale storage and distribution depot which is situated just 5 minutes away from M6 - Junction 3.

To arrange your showroom visit, please call; Hanna Latham - UK Marketing Manager.

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Interiors & Interior Design The showroom features: Serie Barna Tint, Nogal Velho with Serie Leach, Reflex glass wall units & Serie Lamat in a Blanco finish, as pictured below

DOCA UK welcomes further commitment from its dealer

Tojo Furniture Ltd.

Premium Spanish furniture brand, Doca UK is proud to announce one of its original retail partners, Vellos Designs, has expanded its commitment with the introduction of a brand new Doca display in its Kensington showroom, London.

May 2013 saw Vellos Designs capture the essence of Doca with a fresh and new kitchen display. Following a great response to Doca in its Whetstone showroom, Vellos introduce this design-led brand to its Kensington base and offer a ‘point of difference’.

Director of Doca UK, Steve Holgate says “ We are extremely pleased that this original Doca dealer continues to show its unwavered commitment to the brand with a new display on show.”

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A dynamic, innovative company that was founded in June 2000. The aim is to create furniture with alongside timeless design which distinguish them from its functionality, ecology and economy.

The sales success of the design-oriented and award-winning products at affordable prices shows that the Tojo Furniture Co reflects the times. These bestsellers and the minimalist products bribe the client by characterising simple elegance and superior functionality.

Tojo works with various young designers. A particularly close cooperation connects Tojo with eigenwert (Switzerland) since 2001. eigenwert has designed six attractive Tojo-products, who won it several design awards.

The Sofa and Chair Company Autumn/Winter collection 2013 The Sofa & Chair Company, make interiors iconic this season with the innovative Autumn/Winter collection 2013. The inspiring, luxury London look flows through the Autumn/Winter collection in 2013, with The Sofa & Chair Company’s modern sleek designs with classic noting.

Producing strong lines and smooth detailing, as you can see from the 2013 Autumn/Winter signature pieces, such as The Alexander sofa and The Kenzo tub armchair.

We are guided by the needs and respond to the current viewpoint of the end user. This will guarantee the satisfaction of our design-oriented consumers and our and your success.

Tel: +49 (0) 7181-401 408 Fax: +49 (0) 7181-401 410 Web: www.tojo.de

The three F’s philosophy, has vibrated through the 2013 Autumn/Winter collection starting with; film inspiration, to fashion and then finding its place with furniture. These three elements form the way individual lifestyles and image is created.

For further information please visit The Sofa and Chair Company at www.thesofaandchair.co.uk

the development.

Flexibility of production at Draks’ Oxfordshire based factory enables doors to be made exactly to suit individual needs and with short lead times. All products are fitted by the company’s own team of CSCS registered installers, ensuring complete control over delivery times and product quality.

James Fletcher, Draks’ Managing Director, comments:

“Draks is well used to working with both local and national housebuilders so, when Berkeley Homes came to us, we understood their needs and were able to respond with a concept that was exactly in tune with their ideas. With its unique horizontal grooves and sleek discreet recessed handles, the Jericho frameless door which resulted was a perfect fit for this upmarket city scheme.”

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When Draks received a brief from Berkeley Homes to supply a new cutting-edge sliding wardrobe door for the prestigious Marine Wharf development, the Draks design team quickly set to work and created the contemporary Jericho collection of frameless doors which are made in the UK. Marine Wharf is in an enviable location in London’s Surrey Quays and includes two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses with versatile living spaces. Berkley’s brief was for Draks to supply a sliding wardrobe door design which complemented the contemporary entrance doors specified within the apartments. After several months of development, the Jericho collection was born.

The Jericho collection offers a wide range of gloss, matt and woodgrain finishes suiting any interior design.

The final selection at Marine Wharf is a stylish grey oak full carcass with chunky shelving and crisp, clean white gloss doors with a matching grey oak panel.

This combination, complete with the collection’s smooth soft closing system, has now been confirmed as the standard speciation for forthcoming phases on

For further information on Draks, please visit www.draksonline.co.uk or call 01869 232 989.

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Organised by Media 10 Ltd. Grand Designs is a trademark of FremantleMedia Limited. Licensed by FremantleMedia Enterprises. www.fremantlemedia.com.

lift design lift manufacture lift installation

Axess 2 is one of very few UK lift specialists to offer truly bespoke lifts complete with all the required certifications and Building Regulation requirements.

Whether you want to modify one of our existing models, or design a completely new bespoke lift – we have the expertise to meet your needs and create the ideal solution. There is a wide range of cabins and doors to choose from and virtually any number of finishing materials.

The most critical aspect of a lift project is the initial consultation and ongoing communication with clients. We understand that sometimes there are budget and architectural limitations so we take time to really understand your requirements and aim to provide a range of potential options and solutions. Our extensive knowledge of lift systems ensures we always find the best possible answer to any challenge and our installation quality standards are market leading.

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Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades

Vertical Transporation

Easy Stair- Easier, Safer access

Founded in 1981, Dunbar and Boardman is the UK’s largest independent firm of consultants working within the vertical transportation market across Europe, The Gulf and Asia.

Easy Stair is a temporary staircase which makes life on site much easier by reducing the need to climb up and down ladders prior to the installation of the finished stairs. Where the finished stairs cannot be installed due to the building not being watertight, or it is desirable to leave installation until later in the project to prevent damage, Easy Stair is the perfect solution.

We work from conception to completion to provide innovative, cutting edge solutions to complement design and usability. To achieve this, we become an integrated part of the professional team both on and off site. Our ‘hands on’ approach enables us to take on full project management and we act as Construction Design and Management (CDM) Co-ordinator in accordance with the CDM Regulations of 2007

For further information visit – www.dunbarboardman.com/

Doctors must act on access to surgeries or risk closure GPs across the UK faced with finding solutions to poor accessibility of their surgeries before they fall foul of an inspection by their watchdog are being urged to call on expert help.

Safety is also improved by removing the need for site personnel to climb ladders to upper floors whilst carrying tools or materials.

Chris Brydges is operations director of Citadel Industries, which is working with health care providers to ensure compliance with disability laws and Care Quality Commission requirements.

Weighing only 25kg the aluminium stair unit is easily lifted in to position and secured to the upper floor by two screws, the guardrails simply drop in to position. The stairs are 600mm wide and suit floor to floor heights ranging from 2.65m to 3.05m.

He said: “We offer bespoke solutions to surgeries, health centres, and other community health buildings and care homes. For example, our ramps and handrails can be fully fabricated or form part of a modular design for ease of installation, allowing for variable gradients.”

Safety Platforms Ltd: Email: info@safetyplatforms.co.uk www.safetyplatforms.co.uk or T: 01924 420820

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TEST B DANLERS Limited receive visit from The Chancellor of the Exchequer.

Astro Lighting Wins Queen's Award for Enterprise

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Right Honourable George Osborne MP visited Chippenham based electronic controls manufacturer, DANLERS Limited as part of a two day visit to the area. The chancellor was accompanied by Michelle Donelan prospective MP for the Chippenham Constituency.

Astro is a leading player in the design and manufacture of contemporary lighting, with an innovative collection of LED solutions and a particular specialism in IP44 bathroom lighting. Astro has recently received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise and International Trade which recognises exceptional commercial success and substantial growth in overseas earnings. Astro’s imaginative design, high quality manufacture and excellent customer service have produced double-digit growth with sales up 31% for the last financial year. With exports to over 30 countries accounting for around half of all sales, Astro represents an inspirational home-grown success story proving that British lighting design can perform admirably against strong European competition.

For stockists contact Astro Lighting. Tel. 01279 427 001 Email. sales@astrolighting.co.uk www.astrolighting.co.uk

DANLERS Limited were chosen by the local conservative office for the visit as an example of a successful local company who have maintained their status as a UK manufacturer, resisting the trend to manufacture abroad. DANLERS have been in business in North Wiltshire for over 20 years, make energy saving lighting controls and are recipients of the prestigious Queen’s award for Enterprise: Innovation.

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Simplifies installation, reduces costs Ex-Or has announced even greater functionality of its popular MLS Digital Lighting System with the addition of a fully automated Emergency Lighting system test. This functionality – available as an option for new installations of Ex-Or’s flagship managed lighting control system, and also as a system upgrade - enables end users to conduct comprehensive testing of emergency luminaires and signs without having to install a separate, dedicated system.

Ex-Or’s latest innovation automates the emergency lighting test process, ensuring compliance with regulations. Moreover, by integrating the functionality into the company’s existing MLS Digital Lighting System, Ex-Or has eliminated the additional wiring required by standalone emergency lighting test systems.

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Enhancing the working environment and reducing energy bills with the flick of a switch…

Award-winning lighting company is leading the way when it comes to slashing energy usage and lowering carbon emissions.

MHA Lighting, based in Greater Manchester, uses two-thirds of the energy of its closest competitors and has developed bespoke light fittings for a variety of clients from both public and private sectors.

Most recently, MHA Lighting provided a powerful solution to renovate the lightning inside St. Mary’s Court, a 36,000 square foot commercial building on the Isle of Man allowing them to significantly reduce their lighting energy consumption – savings are estimated to exceed £300,000 and 850 Tonnes of Co2.

MHA Lighting’s TiLites were chosen that supplied 80CRI and 4000 kelvin colour temperature. This particular combination can significantly enhance the working environment, which is also known to aid concentration – contributing to a greater feeling of wellbeing amongst the staff.

The project saw a total of 227 awardwinning TiLite (TL) luminaires installed in the offices and lobby areas of the three companies, Charlemagne Capital, Nedbank Private Wealth and Tristao Services.

This has reduced combined annual lighting energy consumption at St. Mary’s Court from, 153,925kW/h (annual cost of £20,780) to just 55,053kW/h. Mutual annual energy bills have therefore been reduced to an average of just £7,432 per annum.

Through their low-energy LED Luminaires, MHA Lighting was also able to achieve a significant reduction in Co2 production for the offices, equating to product lifetime Co2 savings of 853 tonnes (an average of 55 tonnes per year).

Due to the lighting system’s design and high-reliability, the units also extremely low maintenance and will run for 66,000 hours of continuous use. With Charlemagne Capital’s 14, Nedbank Private Wealth’s 15 and Tristao Services’ 13 hour a day operations – the lights will not need replacing for 16, 15 and 18 years respectively.

This makes for additional savings on maintenance costs of £56,382 over the products’ lifetime – bringing total lifetime savings to £310,737.

How does the technology work?

MHA is the only lighting manufacturer to use waveguide technology to shine light sideways into an encapsulation – not directly outwards. This avoids direct contact with the eye and provides a safe and efficient light output.

The patented waveguide technology offers distinct advantages over other LED manufacturers as it allows the company to replicate the light quality and uniformity of traditional lighting.

MHA also use acrylic rods to amplify and control the light output, reducing the number of LEDs required. This means they can use high power LEDs, draw less current and have no need to diffuse the output.

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M&S AND LUXONIC LIGHT THE WAY AHEAD Luxonic Lighting has provided the interior lighting controls and the back of house luminaires for Marks & Spencer’s

The communications room, plant room and staircases

in LED and interior luminaires, Luxonic has played a major The retailer’s latest sustainable learning store in Cheshire date, with a 35 percent reduction in carbon consumption Lighting contributes to this through its own commitment

lighting choices made by Marks & Spencer with Luxonic’s products contribute to the architectural and design strategy that has made M&S at Cheshire Oaks a success The environmental impact of a Luxonic luminaire is assessed from its conception through to the end of its life

Luxonic has provided the back of house lighting and dimming, enables effective energy management, and

Luxonic Lighting is at the forefront of lighting design and manufactures products carefully devised to have minimal

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British Manufacturing and Design backed up with 5 year warranties.

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Penn Wood Primary and nursery school branches out With neW building 'the tree house' In line with the eco-friendly ethos of Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School (PWS) based in Slough, the school has called in the services of Wernick to produce a building to meet their ‘sustainable’ themed criteria, a building justly called ‘The Tree House’.

The primary aged population is at the highest it has been for 50 years, an increase that is unlikely to subside, with primary schools expected to face a further 18% rise in pupils by 2020.

Discussing the concept of an expansion, head teacher Jane Girle was adamant that any new building was aesthetically pleasing and a mirror image of the main school building.

The other primary objective was to ensure that the building conformed to the eco-friendly philosophy of the school.

Fortunately, the highly receptive architects listened and worked

Constructing 3 new classrooms, together with two breakout rooms, Wernick, in conjunction with the appointed architects and the school’s own consultant cleverly utilised the space so cedar wooden cladding was matched carefully to the existing building and the roof of the new building was in line with the The classrooms themselves are bright, airy and well ventilated with air-conditioning. The new building does not appear to be out of place and blends in effortlessly with the whole school environment. The colour of the walls and carpets match the current school décor and the children in the Tree House do not feel segregated in any way from the main building.

The construction was seamless – the modular buildings were

for teaching in the 21st century.

Anne Sheridan, the business manager of the school, made this statement regarding why the new building was named ‘The Tree House’: “Sustainability is a very prominent ethos throughout our school; it is something that we try to inform all of our students about. We are happy to announce that we are the the key incentives behind the name. Another factor is that the school is immersed in nature, entirely surrounded by trees...so it simply seemed applicable.”

The school opted for a modular building because it required an increased capacity in a short space of time; furthermore, the cost of the build was inherently far less than that of regular construction. Anne Sheridan also informs us that a great deal of research went into the building: Word of mouth speaks volumes, and through a continued correspondence with other schools in Slough we found that one name featured heavily, that name was Wernick. we visited other schools that had recently expanded to take a look at the work that had taken place and were very impressed with the results.”

began in earnest. The construction team were unobtrusive, and the noise levels were kept to a minimum and did not impact on the teaching and learning of the school.

All of the staff are delighted with the new building and the classrooms; so much so that the school is currently in talks with SBC regarding a phase 2 expansion. All of the teachers conveyed a desire to move into the new building as soon as possible, expressing how much they believed it was in sync in terms of design, and welcoming the integration of state of the art ICT and air-con.

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St Giles-on-the-Heath School North Devon

A very special little school Wernick modular buildings When cost-effectiveness, a tight delivery time and minimum disruption are top priorities The Ofsted inspection report on St Giles-on-the-Heath School in Devon described it as “an outstanding and very special little school”.

The three modules for the school’s new pre-school building were craned in over three hours one morning. Finishing work on the site took just eight weeks, giving an on-site construction time that was dramatically less than traditional build and without the noise, intrusion and disruption that traditional techniques bring with them. The exterior of Wernick modular buildings can be finished to suit our clients’ budgets and aesthetic choice. St Giles School’s new building is clad in Siberian Larch, a sustainable wood that complements the school’s environment.

With the addition of this new purpose-designed building, St Giles School experienced a period of great positive change, of which Wernick Buildings were proud to be part.

! This building is light years away from our previous accommodation. " Holly Torvell, Head Teacher of St Giles-on-the-Heath School, Devon

Available for sale, lease or hire, Wernick buildings come with a complete design and build package.

Ask for your copy of our Modular Buildings brochure now.Ask for a copy of our brochure and DVD and open your eyes to modular building.

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For additional information visit www.wernick.co.uk or call Wernick Buildings 0800 18 18 22 Wernick Hire 0800 51 55 55

Contemporary modular buildings - Sustainable construction without compromise

Welcome to ARCON. INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES Established in 1988 Arcon is a dynamic, customer driven business supplying industrial maintenance products direct to end users. Our reputation for customer satisfaction, reliability and service is unprecedented throughout a diverse client base.

We offer refurbishment, renovation and maintenance solutions for the most demanding of environments. With our intimate knowledge of products and performance in this sector, combined with free technical advice, architects, civil engineers, facilities managers and building contractors have Our expertise encompasses these areas.

Concrete Floor Repair Products Anti Slip Floor Coatings Safety Line and Floor Marking Paints Polyurethane Resin Floor Screeds Epoxy Resin Floor Screeds Concrete Structural Repair Products Machine Grouting, Anchoring and Fixing Products Tarmac and Pothole Repair Materials Epoxy Resin Grouts Non Shrink Cement Grouts Our philosophy is simple. Listen to the client’s request. Offer the right advice. Supply the correct product.

Customer quote; “Thank you all so much – what a fantastic company to work with. The product arrived on Saturday, it was brilliant to use, the information and communication from start SW3.

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To mark our quarter century in the Building, Refurbishment and Maintenace Industries we have, in partnership with our designer and SEO company Miltec Internet Ltd www.miltec.ltd.uk launched our new website,

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For free friendly independent advice and immediate action:

Call ARCON on 01925 852225 or email mail@arconsupplies.co.uk

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Safe house storage, Tottenham –

Flat roofing materials

Crossgrip roof walkway matting, manufactured in the UK by Plastic Extruders Ltd, has been installed on the rooftop of a large Ikea store in Berlin. Without the need of any welding equipment, 700 metres were laid in only one day by roofing contractor Dachland Berlin. Supplied by German distributor Etanco GmbH, the matting facilitates safe access to the store’s rooftop services whilst providing protection for the roof membrane.

has been an on-going programme of refurbishment with the Unifold Gutter Lining System being installed on each phase of the development.

Planet E Supplies are a family run business based in the heart of Cambridgeshire who aim to supply the whole of the country with our flat roofing materials and associated products via our online store at www.planetesupplies.co.uk or by visiting our Unit based in Fengate, Peterborough.

Crossgrip is loose laid and remains stable in winds of up to 96km/h -60mph- (laboratory tests have shown that when laid flat on a stable platform it remained in position for wind speeds of 150 km/h -93mph-).

Crossgrip’s vinyl composition makes it resistant to bacterial growth and impermeable in all weathers, including extremes of heat and ice, thereby providing a very slip resistant walkway.

Information and samples of Crossgrip are available Tel: 01268 571116) or visit www.crossgrip.com.

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Advanced Roofing Services, based in East Sussex, renovated the roofs of the units to increase insulation levels to current standards and installed Unifold to prevent further water ingress from leaking gutters.

An early phase completed in February 2012 consisted of 220 metres of Unifold gutter which included stop-ends and sumped outlets. Following the success of the initial installation, Safehouse Storage Management had the confidence to proceed with Phase 2 in May 2013 when 192 metres of Unifold was installed.

Advanced Roofing who are Unifold Approved Contractors worked closely with Ampteam personnel who surveyed the existing gutters and provided design solutions for the gutter on every phase of the refurbishment.

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We welcome everybody to view our website or call and see us whether you are looking for a single roll of shed felt or a pallet of specialist torch on felt, or anything in between, we can supply these quickly and at a competitive price. We offer a personal and friendly service Planet E Supplies also has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of the roofing industry to supply of flat roofing materials and full installation. We can also offer the supply and installation of specialised Photovotaics and Rooflights ensuring the integrity of waterproofing.

For further information call: 01733 346100 Email: sales@planetesupplies.co.uk

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Kemper System’s Kemperol V210 has been used to safeguard the roof of National Trust Property, Polesden Lacey, with its many priceless antiques and collections.

Located just outside Dorking, Polesden Lacey was originally constructed in the 18th Century and extensively remodelled in the Edwardian era. Not only does it boast breath taking views of the Surrey hills, it is also home to a large collection of paintings and antiques so, when a section of the house’s decorative copper and lead eaves guttering began to leak, The National Trust needed to arrange for a repair quickly to prevent any damage to the house or its

contents, but replacing the copper and lead would have put too big a hole in the much needed funds at their disposal.

Specialist contractor, Imperial Leadwork, was brought in to overlay the 25m X 30cm section of perished decorative guttering with Kemper System’s Kemperol V210, to provide a cost effective repair with a guaranteed service life. Imperial Leadwork began by cleaning the copper and lead surface and making localised repairs before applying Kemper System’s D Primer. Once the primer had cured, the installation team applied the Kemperol V210 cold liquid resin.

The resin saturates a polyester reinforcement fleece and bonds directly to the substrate. Once cured the Kemperol system forms a seamless, durable and flexible waterproof membrane that cannot delaminate.

Explains Peter Lane at Imperial Leadwork: “Replacing the decorative copper and lead eaves with copper and lead would not only be more costly but would also take more time. By opting for Kemper System’s Kemperol V210, The National Trust has used an alternative that looks authentic, is quick and costeffective to install and will provide a robust solution for many years to come.”

For further information contact Kemper System telephone: 01925 44 55 32 email: enquiries@kempersystem.co.uk or visit – www.kempersystem.co.uk.

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CERAMIC GRANITE CLADDING PROVIDES COST-EFFECTIVE FACELIFT AT PRIVATE HOSPITAL As part of a multi million pound refurbishment project at a Nuffield Health private hospital in Tunbridge Wells, ceramic granite ventilated façades supplied by Shackerley® have given the dated, red-brick exteriors a facelift.

Architects at Kendall Kingscott in Bristol specified Shackerley’s Sureclad® ceramic granite cladding system to provide a new outer envelope that would present an upmarket contemporary image befitting the newly modernised healthcare facility.

“Our aim was to dramatically improve the facilities and patient experience at the hospital“, commented Mark Palmer, Project Architect.

“Whilst the interior refurbishment was our main priority, the exterior styling, dating back to 1968, needed of a radical makeover. Overcladding was the obvious solution.”

The practice considered a wide range of different façade installation methods and materials before opting to use Shackerley’s Sureclad ventilated cladding system in conjunction with a travertine effect ceramic granite façade panel. “We were impressed by the appearance and quality of the ceramic granite,” said Mark. “From a distance it looks slick and streamlined as you would expect from an engineered material, yet at close quarters it has a very natural stone look with real depth and texture.”

beyond recognition according to Mark Palmer: “As a practice we’re very pleased indeed with the final results.

Shackerley’s Sureclad ceramic granite cladding offers an attractive and extremely cost effective way to completely transform the appearance of a building and at the same time enhance its environmental performance. We will certainly consider this approach again for projects across our core business areas including healthcare, retail, education and custodial developments.”

For further information please contact Shackerley on 0800 783 0391 or visit www.shackerley.com Shackerley® and Sureclad® are both registered trademarks of the Shackerley (Holdings) Group Limited

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Specification of the Sureclad system also provided an opportunity to upgrade the environmental performance of the building. Kingspan K15 insulation was installed in the cavity behind the ceramic granite, significantly improving thermal efficiency.

In comparison to other quality cladding materials and façade systems under consideration, Shackerley’s system proved to offer excellent value for money. Because ceramic granite is extremely strong and hard, with none of the flaws of stone in its quarried state, façade panels of just 12mm thick deliver exceptional building protection. The relative light weight reduces loadings on the building and panels can be handled, manoeuvred and installed on site more easily than many traditional, heavier cladding materials.

Use of Shackerley’s standard 1200 x 600mm module minimised cutting operations and panels were supplied in an ‘installation ready’ format, reducing the need for on-site preparatory work. All prefabrication work was carried out at Shackerley’s ISO 9001 accredited manufacturing facilities, including precision undercut drilling and the securing of Sureclad metal straps using a patented stainless steel undercut anchorage system.

The new look Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital is now fully operational and the outward appearance of the building has changed

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Roofing & Cladding Clay tiles from a “Very Good” responsible source Marley Eternit clay roof tiles have been awarded a ‘very good’ performance rating under the BES 6001 framework standard for the responsible sourcing of construction products.

The rating has been given due to the implementation of a range of sustainability and environmental initiatives such as sustainable manufacturing and a high degree of material traceability from a responsible source. The tiles are manufactured at Marley Eternit’s state of the art facility in Keele, which has the largest clay plain tile production capacity in the UK.

An Introduction to Roof-Pro Systems Roof-Pro is a leading provider of non-penetrative, free-standing supports for building services and access platforms on flat roofs.

With over 17 years of experience when it comes to supporting building services on flat roofs, Roof-Pro offers a complete design service for consultants, contractors and building owners.

BES 6001 is the ‘Framework Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products’ by the BRE. Marley Eternit’s clay tiles had previously achieved a ‘good’ rating and the reassessment this year resulted in an improvement to ‘very good’, meaning the company achieves the maximum credits towards BREEAM and Code for Sustainable Homes.

Using products that are responsibly sourced allows specifiers to deliver projects that achieve a higher number of credits within the BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes certification schemes. The three credits gained through the use of Marley Eternit’s A+ rated clay tiles is now enhanced with the additional three credits available for demonstrating a ‘very good’ rating for responsible sourcing.

Marley Eternit’s investment in clay tile manufacturing means it has the largest clay plain tile production capacity in the UK. This includes the evolution of the widest range of colours and an unrivalled choice of fittings and accessories.

For further information on our range of products and services just ask ME at www.marleyeternit.co.uk/Clay or call ME on 01283 722588.

We regularly support the following building services: ! AHUs, chillers and dry-air coolers ! Condensers ! Cable trays/ladders

! Pipe runs ! Ducts, attenuators and extract fans ! Solar panels, generators,

water-tanks and plant-rooms ! Access step overs, roof-level changes and unit maintenance platforms.

At specification stage, request our unique Three-Point Certification so you know that your services support installation has been assessed for the following criteria: ! Stability ! Load Management ! Building Clearance.

This ensures that the building services are fully supported, without the need for any penetrative, damaging design details to the roof’s water-proofing.

A Three-Point Certified Roof-Pro support solution carries a 20 Year Warranty. This provides yet more long-term value for the end-client’s investment.

For more information about Roof-Pro’s support solutions, please call: 01234 843790, e-mail: info@roof-pro.co.uk, or visit: www.roof-pro.co.uk.

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We always aim to simplify and shorten your build schedule. Roof-Pro Systems provide a future-proof solution for supporting building services.

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Hochiki Europe receives a standing ovation at the Harpa Reykjavík Concert Hall and Conference Centre A spectacular addition to the Icelandic cultural landscape, when the Harpa Reykjavík Concert Hall and Conference Centre opened its doors to the public in May 2011 it was unanimously acclaimed as one of Iceland’s most important contemporary buildings. As the city’s first purpose built concert hall, it successfully combines being used as a classical music venue – serving as the home to the Iceland Symphony Orchestra and The Icelandic Opera – with hosting conferences and exhibitions.

The Harpa was the brainchild of Henning Larsen Architects and Batteríið, while the renowned artist, Ólafur Elíasson, designed the façade. It consists of a steel framework clad with 10,000 irregularly shaped glass panels of different colours that reference the columnar basalt common in Iceland’s terrain. The use of the glass panels provides a dramatic effect when the unique daylight in Iceland – which ranges from almost 24 hours in summer to the briefest glimpse of the sun above the horizon in winter – covers the building in a myriad of different colours.

It consists of four halls, three of which are used for concerts. These comprise a main concert hall seating up to 1,800 people, a rehearsal hall that can also be used for concerts seating up to 450, and a chamber music hall seating 200. With events taking place on a daily basis, protecting the public and staff is vital and the building’s fire detection system plays an important role in keeping them safe.

The project’s main contractor, IAV, began work in early 2008 and asked Iceland’s leading fire safety specialist, IP System ehf, to design, specify and commission the fire detection system. Kjartan Scheving, managing director of IP System, explains, ‘We have worked with IAV on many projects over the years, so when it came to implementing the life safety infrastructure at the Harpa they asked us to get involved. It was clear to me that the only way to ensure the level of reliability, quality and safety demanded was

to install state-of-the-art products from Hochiki Europe.’

Scheving and his team knew that traditional point detection would not be possible due to the Harpa’s very high ceilings. He comments, ‘Some of ceilings are over 70m high so three Hochiki Europe FIRElink aspirating fire detection systems were needed to provide the requisite level of cover above 10m. These are linked to four control panels which have 1,600 addresses assigned to them in 27 separate zones.’

Aspirating detectors are around 10 times more sensitive than general point detectors and are suitable where there is a high density of people and an early warning is desired. Explaining how the system works, Stuart Davies, Hochiki’s marketing manager, states, ‘The FIRElink aspirating unit consists of an enclosure that houses the electronics that are powered from a supply, and a fan inside it that draws air in via pipes that are connected to the unit. The air then passes across a laser light source that is projected into the air itself and if enough smoke particles are detected an alarm condition will be activated.’

The FIRElink systems are configured around Hochiki’s Enhanced Systems Protocol (ESP) – a robust addressable communications solution for intelligent fire detection and fully integrated systems. ESP delivers exceptionally secure signalling and also incorporates error-checking technology to safeguard the integrity of the data and ensure correct communication. The system also has features drift compensation technology that, when activated by the control panel, automatically recalibrates the detectors every 24 hours.’

The use of smoke machines within the auditoria necessitated the ability to turn off the detectors in these areas for up to four hours at a time.

Scheving says, ‘Unwanted alarms are a serious problem for any premises but for concert halls they can be particularly disruptive, leading to the evacuation of the building and the interruption of

the event taking place. Being able to deactivate the detectors in specific zones gives designated personnel a chance to investigate the cause of the alarm before taking further action.’

Aesthetics at the Harpa are very important and design continuity has to be maintained at all times. Being able to install the FIRElink systems’ pipework in the ceiling voids helped ensure this, as did the availability of ALG-EN optical smoke detectors in black to match the colour of the ceilings in some of the rooms. The system also utilises a wide variety of other addressable devices from Hochiki Europe including HCP-E manual call points, YBO-BSB base sounder beacons, ACA-E multi sensors, ACB-E multi-heat sensors, CHQ-DIM dual input modules and CHQDRC dual relay controllers.

The flexibility that the fire detection system boasts means that it can control many other aspects of the building services infrastructure such as the elevators, ventilation system, smoke curtains, smoke hatches and sprinkler system. It is also integrates and controls a public address/ voice alarm (PA/VA) system that has 1,032 speakers that can also be isolated in specific zones.

IP System ehf spent a total of three years working at the Harpa and Scheving is delighted with what his team achieved. He concludes, ‘When we talked to the Reykjavík fire service they said that it was the most sophisticated fire detection system in Iceland. Since the Harpa opened it has proven 100 per cent reliable with no unwanted alarms, which goes to show that specifying products from Hochiki Europe was the right decision.’

For further information please contact Hochiki Europe on 01634 266569, email: e-marketing@hochikieurope.com or visit www. hochikieurope.com.

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Safety & Security

Union introduces Eximo®: New range of Exit Devices

Severnside Safety Supplies

UNION, part of Assa Abloy Security Solutions, has consolidated and developed its panic and emergency exit device offering, launching a new suited range ideal for a variety of project specifications.

The Eximo® range – suitable for use on both timber and steel doors features eight new products, UNION’s latest offering includes panic latches and bolts, emergency push pads, mortice operated exit devices featuring UNION’s Optimus3 mortice lock cases, and outside access products with lever and knob variants.

All products within the Eximo® panic exit suite are suitable for use on exit doors and routes within public buildings where in a crisis, the exit route is unfamiliar, making them ideal for applications such as hospitals, schools and leisure facilities.

For more information visit www.uniononline.co.uk

The Louis Steitz shoe factory was established in1863.

In 1963 the company began to specialize in safety and occupational footwear.

The “63” series collection incorporates 150 years of experience and drive to develop reasonable solutions for the best possible ergonomic comfort. Celebrate this 150th anniversary with the light, sporty models of the Vario Dynamics® 63 series. All styles are ESD rated for use in areas sensitive to electrostatic discharge. All conform to EN ISO 20345:2011 S2 SRC so are water resistant and slip resistant as tested both on ceramic tiles/cleaning agents (SRA) and steel floor/glycerin (SRB). Rather strangely the colour scheme revolves around red, white and blue!!

These new styles supplement the existing range which includes everything from clogs and office shoes to Goretex waterproof boots, chainsaw boots and even firemans boots!

For further information visit: www.sevsafe.co.uk

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Aico, one of the UK's market leaders in domestic Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) detection, has launched an innovative new wireless Controller for its RadioLINK Professional alarms.

RadioLINK allows Smoke, Heat and CO alarms to be interconnected using Radio Frequency (RF) signals, eliminating the need for interconnection wiring.

Tel:01935 414012 Fax:01935 414022 E:info@acslimited.co.uk Web: www.acslimited.co.uk

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A networked fire system driven by Advanced’s intelligent MxPro, multiprotocol, fire panels has just been installed to protect a £9.5m historic restoration, at the heart of the UK City of Culture 2013 celebrations in County Londonderry, Derry City, Northern Ireland.

Advanced’s MxPro panels are the leading intelligent, multiprotocol, fire control panel, offering unmatched performance and quality across a choice of detector protocols, with an open installer network and delivered with free training and support.

The UK Asbestos Training Association Ltd (UKATA) is urging renovators to know the facts and take professional advice when it comes to asbestos training and the potential impact of asbestos on your next project.

One of the biggest single causes of fatalities in the UK today - with over 4,500 deaths reported every year due to exposure - asbestos remains a hidden killer, with many still ignorant of its dangers. This is why UKATA always advises seeking professional advice and obtaining the correct level of training from a certified UKATA training provider.

One of Advanced’s long-term partners, Ashdale Engineering Ltd of Belfast, supplied and commissioned the fire detection network, powered by MxPro 4 panels in Derry’s historic Guildhall.

UKATA exists to set and verify standards and to emphasise the importance of best practice in training when it comes to the safe handling, removal and disposal of asbestos.

UKATA is now the leading authority in all levels of asbestos training in the UK.

For more information visit – www.advancedco.com

UKATA member in your area, visit www.ukata.org.uk

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FCO is part of a range of fire retardant and intumescent paints available from Advanced Chemical Specialties Ltd.

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Powered by a built-in ten year Lithium battery, the Ei450 Controller communicates with alarms using RF signals.

This means that there is no wiring whatsoever, enabling it to be installed with minimum expense and disruption.

For more information, please visit www.aico.co.uk

ACS FCO can be easily applied to a wide variety of surfaces including, floors, timber framing, panelling, decking, soffit board, fencing and cladding, both interior and exterior.

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As with previous Aico Alarm Control Switches, the new Ei450 Controller allows residents to simply test and silence all the alarms on the system and quickly identify and locate the exact unit which has triggered the system (visually identifying if the source is a fire or CO leak), all from one convenient location.

ACS FCO is a new generation, clear, waterborne fire retardant, surface applied impregnation liquid for protecting timber and timber related substrates. Tested in accordance with EN13501 on softwoods, hardwoods, and particleboard achieving a rating of B/S1/d0 (equivalent to Class 0 & 1 to UK Building Regulations).

Is there a hidden killer in your next project?

UK City of Culture Gets Advanced Fire Protection

Aico launches unique Radioline Alarm Controller

New and Easy Fire Protection For Sheds, Cladding and Other Timbers

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wood-based

FLAME-RETARDANT SOLUTIONS [for your safety]

FINSA offers a wide range of flame-retardant solutions that limit the development and spread of fire.

A wood-based product line ranging from laminate flooring to low formaldehyde boards, decorative, ultralight, compact or structural panels.

Whenever the best protection against fire in a wood-based panel is needed, you can always count on FINSA, the market leader in flame retardant solutions.

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Palace of Communications Cibeles, Madrid, Spain Product: Flame-retardant MDF Application: Panelling

Community Centre, Hewett, Australia Product: Flame-retardant MDF Application: Ceiling acoustic panels

FINSA

LEADER IN FLAME RETARDANT SOLUTIONS IN WOODBASED PANELS

services to have more time, thus limiting the damage.

Products Regulation (CPR).

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FINSA range of woodbased FR panels is the most comprehensive product line available in the UK market. The wide array of FR solutions that FINSA offers includes raw particleboard Fimapan, MDF Fibrapan, structural panels Superpan Tech, melamine faced boards Fimaplast and Fibraplast, lightweight Greenpanel (a unique product that combines strength, lightweight and FR resistance, functionality and aesthetics.

FINSA FR products have been chosen by architects, designers and builders worldwide in public buildings, hospitals and

main warehouse as to ensure a prompt delivery to every customer.

Haddonstone helps to create pure luxury at Coworth Park The Dorchester Collection recently commissioned Haddonstone to supply the architectural stonework for their new luxury country house hotel and spa – called Coworth Park. The 70-room complex is based around a beautiful Georgian Manor House dating from 1776 and is set in 240 acres of picturesque Berkshire parkland. The design of the restored and enhanced building was conceived to acknowledge Coworth’s surroundings and the history of the manor house at the heart of the development. This meant using Haddonstone, with its ability to replicate the existing stonework on the main building, was a distinct advantage.

Working closely with EPR Architects and Galliford Try, Haddonstone provided all the architectural stonework for the project, matching the profiles of the original historic structure by taking mouldings from original stonework on site before the core structure was partly demolished and subsequently rebuilt. The models were then retouched to replicate the authenticity of the original designs before further production moulds were created. Haddonstone manufactured an array of architectural pieces, including: curved, ramped and standard balustrading for the outdoor terrace and gardens; string courses, parapets and copings; window cills; portico entablature; and decorative canopies.

Coworth Park is an example of how Haddonstone’s cast stone material can enhance and successfully refurbish an unique environment whilst meeting specific specifications. It also shows that original architecture and its associated classical landscape can be restored and enhanced by choosing a material which will complement the existing building and achieve the design aims desired. In this way the country’s architectural and landscape heritage can be preserved for future generations.

Haddonstone is the UK’s leading manufacturer of landscape ornaments and architectural cast stonework.

Established in 1971, the company manufactures an extensive range of high specification designs for restoration, refurbishment and new build projects – from garden ornaments such as statues, fountains and planters to architectural components including balustrades, columns, porticos, window surrounds, copings and pier caps. The company has an extensive standard range of designs and can also create custom designs to replicate. simple or intricate designs, to individual specifications in any quantity. Around 30% of all stonework manufactured by Haddonstone is custom-made, utilising the company’s extensive mould shop and production facility and the expertise of Haddonstone’s craftsmen. Haddonstone is a proud member of the British Made for Quality scheme with all designs being designed and manufactured at the company’s facilities in Northamptonshire.

Haddonstone is a unique form of cast limestone with a surface texture similar to Portland stone. In a number of important ways Haddonstone is markedly superior, one of its greatest advantages being price, which, piece for piece, is normally significantly less than that of the quarried alternative. Consequently, Haddonstone has been involved in many newbuild and refurbishment projects, including hotels, shopping centres and private houses as architects and designers around the world have seen the benefits of using cast stone. The company was a founder member of the UKCSA, has over 40 years of experience in the industry and exceeds the requirements of all relevant international standards. The technical qualities of the stone are supported by a 12-strong dedicated and knowledgeable contracts staff to assist all architectural projects.

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For more information or to request a copy of the inspirational 204 page colour catalogue, E-mail info@haddonstone.co.uk, Visit www.haddonstone.com Call 01604 770711.

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Tools, Plant & Equipment

Hands Up for Snickers’ NEW Work Gloves There’s one thing that Professional Tradesmen and women can’t do without if they want to get their jobs on site done properly – Healthy Hands! Look after your hands and they’ll ensure you get the job done quickly, efficiently and with the necessary level of skill to ensure that a job is well done.

Snickers NEW and UNIQUE Work Gloves can help you do just that and, while ordinary poor-fitting gloves can be more of a hinderance than a help, this revolutionary new Work Gloves range is designed to suit different jobs on site even down to the finest details in protection, grip and dexterity.

Their are 7 styles in the range of Precision Gloves, which are light and flexible with a design priority on dexterity and fit.

They’re ideal for precision work while flexible materials on the dorsal side of the hand, plus knuckle protection, cushioning and reinforcement provide optimum protection.

Getting more information call the Helpline on 01484 854788; or visit: www.snickersworkwear.co.uk

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The New Paslode 1ST and 2ND Fix Lithium range

Fisco Tapes Technology – Precision in a Handy Package!

Paslode are embarking on a new era in their famous gas nailing technology with the introduction of the new range of Paslode Lithium tools.

Accurate, Precise Measuring from the UK’s long-standing favourite brand of Tapes.

The new IM360Ci, PPN35Ci, IM65 and IM65A Lithium tools are the first of their kind in the Paslode range to benefit from a quick charge long life lithium battery, which provides up to 7,500 shots per full one hour charge and allows the tools to fire 25% more shots per charge than other Lithium nailing tools. User fatigue is reduced with the Series-i Lithium tools too. They have both been designed to provide optimum balance and comfort for the end user without compromising on performance.

You’ll experience a whole new dimension of precision and ease of use in these two NEW ranges of Tapes – born, bred and made in the UK! There’s the robust and durable ‘PR’ Short Tapes, which have ergonomic, high-impact cases with a rubber coating for optimum grip.

To accompany these new Paslode tools, an updated range of 2ND fix trim tools are also available.

For further information contact ITW Construction Products Customer Services on 0800 652 9260.

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There’s a whole new level of technology in these new Tapes from Fisco – all of them stamped with the ‘Hultafors Tools’ Hallmarks of quality and reliability.

What makes them so much different and better than similar products on the market is the high-quality precision mechanism – smooth and silent with an effective brake, lock and an easy-glide, gentle return action..

For more information call the Helpline on 01484 854788 or check out www.hultafors.co.uk

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The Cutting Edge of Screws and Fixings

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Rapierstar screws and fixings are manufactured to the highest quality, exceeding EU standards and carrying CE marking.

StarTurn woodscrews and StarFix plugless masonry fixings deliver all round superior performance when compared with similar fixings due to the unique, European patented, StarForm™ cutting thread - providing faster insertion with reduced torque. The thread begins at the very point of the screw, which means that starting is virtually instant and a lubricated finish improves speed of insertion screws are also plated to exceed all industry technical recommendations.

The unique StarForm™ cutting thread is a true cutting thread - unlike the thread forms found on other screw fixings which merely give the impression of a cutting thread due to the presence of (largely ineffectual) clearance channels. The StarForm™ thread provides superior performance by self tapping a reciprocal thread into the substrate. Benefits include; better resistance to the fixing pulling out of the anchor base due to the more effective thread engagement and reduced torque required to drive in (up to 30% less).

There is a huge advantage in using CE-marked fixing products. Not only are Rapierstar StarTurn and StarFix screws available with all of the necessary accreditations and proof of meeting standards, you also have the reassurance of tested and approved fasteners forming the cornerstone of your construction project.

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