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Major proposals to strengthen the construction products used in buildings across the country have been published in a crackdown on unregulated practices and weaknesses that are undermining the construction sector.
The Construction Products Reform White Paper sets out that all products must be properly assessed before being used in the building process.
Currently only around a third of constructions products are regulated - the new general safety requirement will mean that all products undergo the proper checks, not only keeping people safe in their homes, but boosting the economy and providing confidence to developers to build the 1.5 million homes this country needs.
The Government has published a consultation on this requirement today, with secondary legislation expected later this year and all changes coming in as soon as Parliamentary time allows.
The proposals come as the government publishes the first Annual Report on the implementation of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations – which sets out that 12 recommendations, including bringing government fire safety
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functions under the control of one department and Secretary of State, have been completed. Over 40 (70%) of the recommendations are also expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Democracy Samantha Dixon said: “The failings outlined by the inquiry exposed fundamental issues in product, building and fire safety standards and through the Construction Products White Paper and our work to implement all the recommendations of the inquiry, we will create a better system for millions of people across the country.”
Interim Chief Construction Advisor, Thouria Istephan, said: “We must strive to continue to make lasting and progressive change that improves the safety and quality of both new and existing buildings and, crucially, place people who live and work in buildings at the centre of our thinking.”
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CRL
CRL launches new Sliding Door Partition System
New from CR Laurence is the versatile bespoke Sliding Door Partition System to meet the growing demand for an easy-to-install solution suitable for a variety of applications both internally and externally.
The Sliding Door Partition System can be used as a stylish room divider or on pergolas, terraces and garden rooms. Incredibly versatile, it is also a fantastic addition to offices and hospitality venues such as hotels and restaurants.
Tracks are available with 3, 4 or 6 guide rails measuring 3m, 4m and 5.8m respectively, which can be easily cut to size. Designed with ease of operation in mind, the CRL Sliding Door Partition System features stainless steel ball bearing roller mechanisms for smooth running.
Charles Babbage Avenue, Kingsway Business Park, Rochdale, OL16 4NW T: 01706 863600 E: crl@crlaurence.co.uk
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Marshalls
A more joined-up approach to landscape specification For over a century, Marshalls has helped shape the UK’s built environment. But today’s challenge isn’t just selecting products –it’s ensuring every part of a landscape works together.
In practice, surfaces, elements and details are often specified at different stages, creating coordination risks and impacting performance. A more effective approach considers the landscape as a connected system from the outset.
Marshalls now supports this with a fully integrated product range – designed to work seamlessly together, alongside expert support through (MaDE), Marshalls Design and Engineering team. By resolving technical challenges earlier, specifiers can reduce risk, improve efficiency and deliver with greater confidence.
Marshalls Mono Ltd, Landscape House, Premier Way, Elland, HX5 9HT
Kingspan
STEICO wood fibre insulation from Kingspan Kingspan Insulation is now able to offer STEICO flex 036 and STEICO universal dry as part of its full spectrum of insulation products.
The wood fibre boards are manufactured using softwoods sourced from PEFC certified forests and form part of Kingspan’s BioKor range of insulation solutions which are made of a minimum 80% bio-genic content. They provide a combined sheathing and between stud/rafter insulation solution for walls and pitched roofs on new and existing buildings. STEICO flex 036 achieves a thermal conductivity of 0.036 W/mK ,and as its name suggests, lends itself to simple, friction fit installation between rafters or studs in roofs, external walls and internal partitions. STEICO universal dry is a wood fibre insulation sarking and sheathing board.
Pembridge, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9LA T: 01544 388 601 E: info@kingspaninsulation.co.uk
www.kingspan.com
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EJOT
EJOT CROSSFIX drives improved façade sustainability and performance
The stainless steel EJOT CROSSFIX substructure system creates more sustainable, higher-performing rear-ventilated facades while improving efficiency of their construction.
Backed by a comprehensive European Technical Assessment (ETA), CROSSFIX is compatible with all building substrates, insulation materials and cladding types. The complete package includes brackets, rails, anchors and fasteners, plus an optional Powerkey to optimise load distribution. Compared with other substructures, CROSSFIX delivers significantly higher loadbearing capacity and improved thermal performance, thanks to stainless steel’s relatively low thermal conductivity, helping to create more highly insulated facades.
Hurricane Close, Sherburn-in-Elmet, Leeds, LS25 6PB T: 01977 687040 E: salesUK@ejot.com
Hunter Douglas Architectural
Multilayer CombiLine Ceiling Transforms Illa Diagonal’s Interior
Illa Diagonal shopping centre on Avinguda Diagonal in Barcelona has refreshed its interior to improve visitor navigation. Hunter Douglas Architectural created a 3,000m² multilayer ceiling system linking the complex’s buildings. Designed by BattleiRoig Arquitectura using CombiLine, the ceiling softens transitions between zones while guiding visitors through the space. Ayous wood was selected for its light tones, uniform texture, and performance, while slats in varying depths and lengths add a tactile quality that unifies the interior. Integrated felt panels also provide acoustic absorption, balancing atmosphere and functionality within the high-traffic environment.
Suite 2, Newton House, Northampton Science Park, Kings Park Road, Moulton Park Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN3 6LG T: +44 01604 648229 E: info@hunterdouglas.co.uk
www.hunterdouglas.co.uk
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FASSA Bortolo
Fassa Bortolo’s trends for exteriors colour collection
With the launch of its Trends for Exteriors colour collection, Fassa Bortolo brings together Italian design sensibility, technical performance, and an intuitive understanding of modern façade aesthetics, setting a new benchmark for exterior finishes across products including RX 561 and the wider render and coating range. Developed in Italy by Fassa Bortolo’s design and technical teams, the Trends for Exteriors palette responds to contemporary architectural movements while remaining grounded in timeless principles. The collection draws inspiration from natural minerals, urban landscapes and Mediterranean tones, offering colours that sit comfortably within both traditional and modern settings. At the heart of the collection is RX 561, a high-performance acrylic-based exterior coating known for its durability, weather resistance, and aesthetic consistency.
Fassa House, Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury, GL20 8TD T: 01684 21830 E: info.fassauk@fassabortolo.com
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TORMAX
TORMAX delivers integrated entrance for community hub
TORMAX worked in close collaboration with main contractor Borras Construction to design, manufacture, and install a fully integrated automatic entrance solution for Hounslow Council’s newly redeveloped Meadowbank Community Hub and Library. Both sets of doors are powered using TORMAX’s in-house designed iMotion operators with the entire solution being engineered for intensive public use, delivering quiet operation, robust reliability, and industry-leading safety functionality compliant with modern access standards. At the Meadowbank Hub the outer doors are powered by the iMotion 1301 swing door operator with the inner sliding door being driven by the iMotion 2202. The two systems work in harmony, with the lobby arrangement enhancing thermal performance and security of the building.
Unit 1 Shepperton Business Park, Govett Avenue, Shepperton, TW17 8BA T: 1932 238040 E: sales@tormax.co.uk
www.tormax.co.uk
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Gerflor
Gerflor Scores with Taraflex at Brighton Cricket Academy
The University of Brighton selected Gerflor to deliver new sports flooring for a major refurbishment of its indoor cricket training facility. Around 735m² of Taraflex® Performance SL in ‘Clay’ and 1502m² of Taraflex® Evolution in ‘Mint Green’ were installed to meet ECB performance standards and withstand intensive daily use.
Home to the Square One Cricket Academy, the upgraded venue is now the largest indoor cricket facility in the UK and Northern Hemisphere. Installed by Durant Sports, the flooring provides consistent ball response, excellent comfort, and long-term durability, supporting elite-level cricket training in a world-class environment.
Gerflor Flooring Ltd, Park Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7LZ T: 01625 428 922 E: contractuk@gerflor.com
Product Highlights
Modern efficiency meets heritage at Corpus Christi College
Hamworthy Heating has supplied its Modumax mk3 modular condensing boilers and Powerstock calorifiers to the Grade I listed Corpus Christi College, University of Cambridge, to deliver an efficient heating and hot water solution tailored to the unique challenges of the site. The chosen system features four Modumax mk3 floor-standing condensing boilers (196 / 392V) delivering 1,532 kW total across eight modules. These are integrated with two Hamworthy Heating Powerstock PS500 indirect calorifiers to provide domestic hot water for the college.
Hamworthy Heating’s Modumax mk3 range is specifically designed with retrofit projects in mind. The modular format allows boilers to be dismantled and manoeuvred into confined spaces before being reassembled in position, providing the flexibility needed for heritage environments where plantroom layout and access present unique challenges. By combining the modular boilers with Powerstock calorifiers, the system delivers both efficient heating and a reliable domestic hot water supply for the college.
To ensure precision, the project team used Hamworthy’s 3D digital design tools to plan the plant room layout in detail. This approach enabled much of the pipework to be prefabricated offsite, which streamlined the installation, and ensured that new equipment could be delivered in stages and installed in a single operation.
The completed upgrade now provides Corpus Christi College with a robust, futureproof system that improves efficiency, reduces emissions, meets the demands of its academic community and preserves the integrity of its historic setting.
Mila and Whiteline Manufacturing strengthen partnership with new Lift & Slide patio doors
Whiteline Manufacturing has selected Mila hardware for its modern design, premium specification, and rigorous testing that supports PAS24 accreditation.
The Harbour Collection, available in 10 finishes, complements the Sheerline Prestige Lift & Slide Patio Door, offering a contemporary aesthetic and smooth operation. The handles are made from 316grade stainless steel, providing strong corrosion resistance and suitability for internal and external use. Certified to BS EN 1670 Grade 5, they are tested for 1,000 hours of salt spray exposure for longterm durability. They also undergo resistance testing against forced entry, including drilling, picking, snapping and tool manipulation.
Whiteline’s Head of Product, Technical, Leighton Baitup, highlighted the long-standing partnership with Mila and the achievement of PAS24 accreditation on the Lift & Slide system. Mila Sales Director Julie Holmes added that demand for lift and slide systems continues to grow, combining luxury aesthetics with slim profiles and smooth performance.
Kayflow extends its drainage offering with the addition of a new waste water range
Kayflow, a specialist in rainwater, soil, waste and underground drainage systems, has expanded its portfolio with a new waste water range designed for modern construction projects. The addition strengthens its offering and provides a more versatile, high-quality drainage solution for customers.
The new range includes three systems: Push Fit, Solvent Weld, and Overflow. The Push Fit system, available in 32mm and 40mm in white, black and light grey, uses simple push-together connections that require no sealants or adhesives, allowing quick installation, easy disassembly and future adjustment. The PVC Solvent Weld range (32mm, 40mm and 50mm) is available in white, black and olive grey. It uses PVC cement to form a strong, watertight chemical bond, making it suitable for confined spaces and delivering a durable, permanent installation. A 21.5mm white Overflow profile completes the range, designed to manage excess water from cisterns, boilers and tanks. Installed using solvent weld, it offers a lightweight yet robust and watertight solution.
Kayflow’s National Account Manager Andrew Bishop highlighted that the expansion supports the company’s goal of offering a comprehensive drainage portfolio capable of managing water from source to disposal across a wide range of domestic applications.
Specification professionals can now access key products from EJOT’s fastening and anchoring portfolio via the NBS Source platform. Products and relevant data include:
• High Performance Anchoring Systems
• Safety Critical and Seismic Anchoring Systems
• Specialist Roofing and Facade Fastening Systems
• Third Party ETA test verification
EJOT
EJOT CROSSFIX provides ready-made timber cladding fixing solution
The EJOT CROSSFIX façade support system has enabled Kovara Projects to securely and efficiently install a complex timber cladding feature at Tech Edge West – a new building at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus.
Designed to meet Carbon Net Zero in construction and BREEAM Very Good certification, the project required a ‘plug-and play’ solution to support timber cladding on the soffits of overhanging gables, covering 24 sq. m across the eaves of the recessed facades. The CROSSFIX system met the brief effectively, providing
Kovara with a specification and product package backed with the full engineering calculations.
EJOT CROSSFIX is an advanced, stainless steel substructure system designed for mounting rainscreen facades and bespoke cladding.
Supported with both a European Technical Assessment (ETA) and an EPD, the system is uniquely versatile, enabling both horizontal and vertical support profiles to be attached to a single bracket, known as the Konsole. This offers greater application flexibility, solving all kinds of façade fixing challenges, plus a streamlined design and installation process. Hurricane Close, Sherburn-in-Elmet, Leeds, LS25 6PB T: 01977 687040 E: salesUK@ejot.com
Uponor
Seamless technology delivering efficiency and reliability
Uponor Uni Pipe PLUS sets a new benchmark for multilayer composite piping thanks to its innovative seamless aluminium composite pipe (SACP) technology. Unlike traditional welded aluminium layers, the seamless construction delivers a more reliable and consistent production process, enhancing overall durability and performance. The result is a pipe that combines exceptional flexibility with structural stability. Installers benefit from one of the tightest bending radii on the market—up to 40% less—allowing pipes to be shaped easily around obstacles while requiring up to 15% fewer fittings. Uni Pipe PLUS coils are highly flexible for effortless routing, while straight bars provide increased rigidity and greater fixing distances. With improved resistance to kinks during manual forming, Uni Pipe PLUS supports faster installation, fewer connections, and long-term reliability across heating, cooling, and potable water applications.
Uponor UK, The Pavilion, Blackmoor Lane, Watford, WD18 8GA T: 01923 381212 E: smb.projectsuk.watf@georgfischer.com
A.Proctor Group
Proctor Group provides an ‘Air’ of luxury on new home development
Braddus Homes, a new luxury developer founded by two friends, has chosen Proctor Group’s Proctor Air® underlay for the pitched roofs of its first project, Priory Fields, a fourhome scheme of five-bedroom properties. Aiming to deliver premium homes from the outset, the company selected highperformance materials to match its “luxury, exclusive and high specification” approach. Proctor Air is an air permeable, low resistance underlay that allows air and moisture vapour to pass through, reducing condensation risk and removing the need for separate roof ventilation. It carries BBA certification, CCPI assessment, and an environmental product declaration. Proctor Group also provides guidance on its use with solar PV systems.
A. Proctor Group Ltd., The Haugh, Blairgowrie, PH10 7ER T: 01250 872 261 E: contact@proctorgroup.com
NCC Streetscape
Repointing Random-sized Joints in Random-sized, Stone Paving
This prestige holiday home overlooking the River Avon estuary in South Devon underwent a major refurbishment in 2018, including repointing of its natural slate pathways, patios and terraces using traditional cement-based pointing. By summer 2025, the paving had deteriorated again, with cracked, failing joints creating both visual and safety concerns. The owners appointed Gorah Stone, specialist stone restoration contractors, to provide a more durable solution. The slate paving consists of irregularly sized slabs, and the work had to be completed during a short closure in October 2025 in an exposed coastal location with likely wet weather. The highly variable joint
T: 01257 266696 E: sales@nccstreetscape.co.uk
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widths and depths made cement-based mortars prone to cracking due to shrinkage and thermal movement. The tight programme also ruled out conventional systems that require dry conditions to cure properly. Gorah Stone consulted NCC Streetscape, who recommended GftK vdw 850 plus, a shrinkage-free epoxy mortar suitable for variable joints and wet-weather application. It can be installed in rain and cures without the need for dry conditions. With technical support from NCC Streetscape, Gorah Stone completed the repointing efficiently despite the weather, delivering a durable, long-term solution for the coastal environment.
Birkdale launches GATEMATE® advanced hardware range
Leading fencing and gate accessories wholesale supplier Birkdale has launched its new GATEMATE® Advanced Hardware range, a premium collection of gate fixings designed for durability, smooth operation and refined aesthetics in exterior installations. Manufactured using dual-coated carbon steel, 304-grade stainless steel and low-friction nylon bushes and bearings, the range reduces wear, corrosion and noise while improving performance. Products include hinges, latches, handles, padbolts and garage door bolts, with features such as anti-rattle components and precision adjustment points. Founder and Chairman John Abernethie said the range meets growing demand for premium, high-performance gate hardware.
Granville House Unit E The Heights Business Park, Ibstone Rd, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe, HP14 3BG T: 03454509000 E: mail@birkdalesales.com
www.birkdalesales.com
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Palace Rock-Tite
Rock-Tite from palace chemicals capitalises on external porcelain and stone trends
Palace Chemicals offers the Rock-Tite 3-part system for fixing on-trend 20mm external porcelain and stone tiles. Rock-Tite is designed for use by garden designers and landscapers to capitalise on the popular trend to extend internal tiled space to terrace or patio areas outside, enhancing living areas by making better use of external space.
Rock-Tite Exterior Porcelain & Stone System comprises a Primer, a Mortar and a choice of Brush-In or Flow Grout. The mortar is available either as a pre-blend or a concentrate that requires the addition of sand, as the user prefers.
Speke Hall Industrial Estate, Liverpool, Merseyside, L24 1YA T: 0151 486 6101 E: sales@palacechemicals.co.uk
DRAINAGE & WATER MANAGEMENT
• Pump Technology Ltd
• Ampteam
• Alumasc Featured Companies
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Pump Technology Ltd
Four specification considerations for pumped wastewater drainage
Matt Camille, Projects Support Manager at Pump Technology Ltd, highlights key factors specifiers should address when gravity drainage is not an option.
Modern building design often creates drainage challenges, requiring mechanical assistance to move wastewater uphill, making correct specification at the design stage critical to system reliability and long-term performance. One of the most common errors is tank sizing against peak inflow, where undersized tanks can lead to excessive pump cycling, accelerating wear and causing premature
failure. Pump performance curves should also always be matched to the calculated duty point of the installation, as verifying this early reduces the risk of selecting an unsuitable pump. In commercial applications, redundancy is essential; a single-pump setup creates a critical failure risk, so a duty/standby configuration is recommended to ensure continuous operation. Finally, isolation valve placement is often overlooked, yet essential for maintenance. Valves on both inlet and discharge sides allow servicing without draining the station, while clear identification supports safe maintenance and compliance.
56 Youngs Industrial Estate, Aldermaston, Berkshire, RG7 4PW T: 0118 9821 555 E: matt@pumptechnology.co.uk
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Ampteam
Unifold system takes centre stage
Over 400 metres of the Unifold® Gutter lining system was installed on London’s iconic venue, The Royal Albert Hall, throughout the summer of 2023.
The Unifold® Gutter Lining System was chosen for its versatility, unfailing ability to replicate existing systems and its long life.
Following a survey by Ampteam personnel, along with Saper Glass Industries Limited, a design solution was provided for the gutters and samples were sent to test fit the Unifold® gutter lining within the gutter cavity, as the throat dimension varied considerably across the profiles. Every Unifold® gutter run was successfully water tested by flooding the gutter from the top of the run(s) via hose, with additional assistance from the poor weather. www.gutterliners.com
Ampteam Limited, Units 5/6, Charlotte Street, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 1TD T: 01384 252777 E: unifold@ampteam.co.uk
www.ampteam.co.uk
Alumasc
Harmer Modular 135 drainage system installed at Warrington lab expansion.
The project was delivered by contractor Triune Construction, on behalf of global life-sciences company Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Alumasc’s Harmer team visited site to discuss the design and performance requirements in detail, leading to the recommendation of the Harmer Modular 135 stainless steel drainage channel system.
Harmer Modular 135 is a high-performance stainless steel linear drainage system designed to meet the demands of busy, challenging environments. Constructed from durable, corrosionresistant 304 stainless steel as standard – with 316 available to order – the system is A1 fire-rated and offers exceptional strength, hygiene and longevity.
Station Road, Burton Latimer, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 5JP T: 01536 383810 E: info@alumascwms.co.uk ENQUIRY 22
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Marmox
Fireboard system for safer and quieter buildings
Marmox Fireboards, used alongside MSP360-Fire Premium Adhesive & Sealant, provide a combined system approach to fire protection and sound reduction. Fireboards are A1 non-combustible boards designed for internal walls and ceilings where both fire resistance and acoustic control are required. The mineral stone wool core offers strength on site, straightforward handling, and consistent performance once installed and finished with standard plaster systems. They also contribute to improved acoustic separation, making them suitable for residential developments, hotels, and mixed-use buildings. MSP360-Fire is designed to complement the boards by providing reliable bonding and sealing
at joints, edges, and service penetrations. It helps maintain fire performance across the full system, addressing areas where construction details can compromise overall integrity. The adhesive and sealant is easy to apply on site and bonds effectively to common building substrates, helping streamline installation on site. Together, Marmox Fireboards and MSP360-Fire form a practical system that supports both fire safety compliance and acoustic insulation requirements. As building regulations continue to place greater emphasis on integrated performance, system-based solutions such as this offer a straightforward route to meeting key specification demands.
Caxton House, 101 - 103 Hopewell Drive, Chatham, Kent, ME5 7NP T: 01634 835290 E: sales@marmox.co.uk ENQUIRY 23
www.marmox.co.uk
Marley
Marley SolarTile range offers energy and flexibility in configuring solar systems with the introduction of a 445Wp all-Glass panel option
The innovative 445Wp Marley SolarTile panel features glass construction, replacing the polymer back sheet, improving panel efficiency. The system is tested for wind and fire performance, reinforcing specifications across a range of products.
Marley SolarTile panels can be installed in landscape or portrait orientation and can be easily combined using Marley’s patented push-fit connection technology, enabling flexible configurations that suit roof shapes.
The 445Wp panel is designed to enhance the roofing and solar specification process.
Marley Ltd, Lichfield Road, Branston, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3HD T: 01283 722588 E: info@marley.co.uk
www.marley.co.uk
Cedral
Cedral fibre cement facades and roofing for design, resilience and future-proofing
Cedral’s survey of 250 architects and installers for its recent white paper, ‘Building the future’, highlights growing demand for sustainable, climate-resilient materials. The study found increased use of durable, non-combustible cladding to improve energy efficiency and preserve older buildings through fibrecement retrofits. Ventilated façades further enhance efficiency by allowing walls to dry quickly.
With over 100 years of experience, Cedral continues to innovate in fibre-cement technology, creating lighter, stronger and lowmaintenance materials. Cedral slats and facades offer strong fire performance, weather resistance, lightweight construction, and stylish design flexibility for modern home exteriors.
Etex (Exteriors) UK Ltd, Wellington Road, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2AP T: 01283 501555
FLOORS, WALLS & CEILINGS
FASSA Bortolo
High-Performance Flooring Systems for Reliable Installation
• FASSA Bortolo
• Flowcrete
• Gerflor Featured Companies
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Fassa Bortolo’s flooring range delivers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to meet the demands of modern construction, from subfloor preparation through to highperformance finishing systems. Engineered for consistency and reliability, these products support contractors and specifiers in achieving smooth, durable floor builds across residential, commercial, and refurbishment projects. At the core of the range are advanced levelling compounds and screeds, formulated for excellent flow, rapid setting, and high surface strength. These systems are ideal for correcting
uneven substrates, encapsulating underfloor heating, and creating a stable base for a wide variety of floor coverings, with options for both bonded and unbonded applications. Complementing these are primers, damp proof membranes, and moisture control solutions, all designed to optimise adhesion and safeguard floor longevity. Backed by decades of manufacturing expertise and innovation, Fassa Bortolo’s flooring products combine technical performance with ease of use, helping professionals deliver high-quality results on time and with confidence.
Fassa House, Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury, GL20 8TD T: 01684 21830 E: info.fassauk@fassabortolo.com
www.fassabortolo.co.uk/en
Flowcrete
Next-generation Flowing K for highperformance screed
Flowcrete, a product brand of Tremco CPG UK Ltd, has announced the launch of the new and improved IsocreteFlowing K, developed in partnership with Cemfloor by McGraths. This next-generation cement-based liquid screed combines Flowcrete’s flooring expertise with Cemfloor’s advanced binder technology to deliver a solution that’s faster to install, easier to work with, and built for long-lasting performance. Designed for commercial and high-spec residential projects, Flowing K meets the evolving demands of architects, specifiers, and contractors. Contractors and specifiers can expect a high-quality screed with reduced installation time—helping projects stay on schedule without compromising on durability. Building on the trusted reputation of its predecessor, the latest version of Isocrete Flowing K introduces advanced features that enhance application efficiency and long-term performance.
Gerflor
Fast-Track Flooring for Retail: Speed, Performance and Minimal Disruption
Fast-track flooring is transforming retail refurbishments by prioritising speed, performance and minimal disruption. In environments where downtime affects revenue, traditional glue-down systems can delay projects through lengthy preparation, adhesive curing and complex installation. Fast-track solutions, including interlocking and loose-lay flooring, simplify installation by reducing adhesives and often allowing installation over existing floors. This enables quicker turnaround times, phased refurbishments and continued trading during works. Designed for high-traffic spaces, these systems provide durability, slip resistance and low maintenance without compromising visual appeal. They can also support sustainability goals by reducing waste and emissions, offering retailers an efficient and commercially valuable refurbishment solution.
Gerflor Flooring Ltd, Park Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7LZ T: 01625 428 922 E: contractuk@gerflor.com
Kooltech
Kooltech launches new heating and hot water control
Kooltech announces the launch of the KS1-BR41N, a new addition to their K-con bespoke solutions range. Also known as K-BRAIN, this innovative, self-contained control solution simplifies operation of the Mitsubishi Electric CAHV-R air source heat pump for managing both heating and domestic hot water (DHW) demands. Developed by Kooltech’s in-house experts, this cost-effective device removes the requirement for complex, expensive Building Management System (BMS) integration. The panel allows the user to set the DHW temperature and the flow heating
temperature. A 3-port valve is controlled to enable the system to enter defrost mode with flow returned to the heating buffer, even if there is a DHW demand; once defrost mode is over, the system reverts to achieving the set point. Managing the changeover between space heating and DHW production usually requires an expensive BMS solution, which results in higher costs, prolonged programming times, and complex commissioning. The KS1-BR41N overcomes these challenges by providing a dedicated, maintenance-free interface for the CAHV-R.
Kooltech Ltd Registered office Strathaird, 12 Mossland Rd, Hillington Park, Glasgow, G52 4XZ T: 0345 034 4179 E: sales@kooltech.co.uk
Baxi
Baxi Expands End-to-End Heat Pump System Solution Offering
Baxi has expanded its low-carbon portfolio with two new carbon-steel buffer tanks for commercial heat pump and chilled water projects. The 300L and 500L models, designed for heat pump and hybrid systems, extend Baxi’s existing 750L–5,000L range and support fully integrated system solutions for consultants, contractors and specifiers. The tanks help stabilise system performance, improving efficiency and extending the lifespan of heat pumps and chillers. They are made from carbon steel with PU foam insulation and ABS casing, feature adjustable feet for easier installation, and come with a twoyear parts-only warranty. The launch complements Baxi’s wider commercial offering, including air source heat pumps, thermal stores, accessories and its CHVAC Manager control platform.
Baxi Heating UK Limited, Brooks House, Coventry Road, Warwick, United Kingdom, CV34 4LL
www.baxi.co.uk
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Zehnder Group UK
Fits right everytime: Zehnder launches EVO for seamless MVHR install in tight spaces
Modern compact living environments should no longer mean compromising indoor air quality or facing limitations when installing effective ventilation systems.
Zehnder is addressing this challenge with the launch of EVO, an ultra-flat mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) unit designed to create healthier living environments in modern buildings where ventilation options are limited.
Its minimalist, flexible design that can be mounted on almost any surface will enable specifiers to reconsider use cases previously seen as inviable. These include off-site projects like POD manufacturing and modular housing and more as strong examples.
Concept House, Watchmoor Point, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3AD T: 01276 605 800 E: enquiries@zehnder.co.uk
www.zehnder.co.uk/zehnder-evo
DOORS, WINDOWS, GLASS & GLAZING
Fireglass Fire & safety solutions for glass partitioning
• Fireglass
AluK • Firman Glass
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Fire Glass is leading the way in supplying fire- and safety-glass for partitions and screens across the UK. With expert guidance on specifying the correct fire-rated frame systems, every glass solution provided meets stringent safety standards and is fully backed by relevant test evidence.
Our range includes acoustic, laminated, toughened, and certified fire-rated glass, suitable for timber, aluminium, steel and buttjointed partitioning systems. Thanks to our
in-house CNC capabilities, every piece of glass receives precision-polished edge work, notches and drill holes if required, ensuring accuracy and reducing lead times to keep your projects on schedule.
Fire Glass also provides comprehensive technical support and stocks all major brands of fire-rated, acoustic, laminated, and toughened glass. Our professional installation service guarantees that every project is completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
24-26 Hainge Road, Tividale Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 2NH T: 0121 667 9089 E: estimating@fireglassuk.com
www.fireglassuk.com
AluK
AluK offers single source solution
AluK has added fire rated window and door products to its range – providing a simple, single source solution for specifiers, fabricators and installers working on projects with specific requirements for fire protection. AluK has formed a strategic partnership with Aluflam, one of Europe’s leading specialists in proven fire protection systems, to offer ready-made aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling systems to customers in the UK, which are independently fire-tested and compliant and available on short lead times. AluK’s move is all about simplifying and speeding up the procurement process. Russell Yates, Managing Director of AluK said: “Specifiers can now get comprehensive quotes and designs from us that include both fire rated and standard aluminium windows side by side, rather than having to work with two or more different suppliers.”
AluK (GB) Ltd, Newhouse Farm Industrial Estate, Chepstow, NP16 6UD T: 01291 639739
www.alukgb.com/commercial
Firman Glass
PYRAN® S: Advanced Fire Protection Glass Solutions
Established in 1975, Firman Glass is one of the UK’s leading independent glass processors, specialising in toughened, laminated, insulating and fire-rated glass. With advanced CNC, waterjet cutting and decorative coating technology, Firman Glass delivers high-performance solutions across commercial and architectural projects.
As a licensed manufacturer of PYRAN® S in partnership with SCHOTT, we offer premium fire-protection glass with exceptional clarity, UV resistance, durability and colour reproduction. Suitable for façades, doors, partitions, skylights, smoke screens and lift glazing, PYRAN® S combines safety, performance and design flexibility, backed by over 25 years of expertise in fire-protection systems.
19 Bates Rd, Romford, United Kingdom, RM3 0JH T: 01708 374534 E: sales@firmanglass.com ENQUIRY 34 www.firmanglass.com
Aico
Assessing Indoor Air Quality and Mechanical Ventilation with HomeLINK
Martin Przewozny, Relationship Manager at Aico, used his own home to assess how ventilation systems perform in real conditions.
His 2013 property was fitted with a Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system, designed to remove stale air and supply fresh, filtered air efficiently. However, due to poor installation, the system failed to control humidity effectively.
In April 2025, a full upgrade was completed. This included installing a correctly sized MVHR unit, replacing ductwork with rigid stainless steel, and upgrading vents and valves.
Martin’s home already uses Aico Environmental Sensors connected to the HomeLINK Gateway, enabling real-time monitoring via the HomeLINK app. This data provided clear insights into humidity patterns before and after the upgrade.
Post-installation results showed rapid humidity reduction after showering, less time at high moisture levels, and improved overall air quality.
This case highlights two key lessons: proper system design is essential, and data-driven monitoring provides clarity, helping housing providers ensure healthier, well-ventilated homes.
Promat
FSi Promat in the frame with third-party certified solution for shaft wall applications
FSi Promat now offers third-party certified solutions for its Stopseal® Batt and Flexi Coat® system and, with Siniat, provides a complete fire stopping package for shaft walls. Both Etex group companies conducted independent testing to confirm system performance and compatibility with Siniat shaft wall constructions. Because shaft walls often involve complex, non-standard configurations, traditional fire testing is limited. Third-party certification enables wider, more flexible application of the system while maintaining compliance with European standards including EN 13501-2 and EN 1364-1. The validation supports safer, more efficient specification across varied shaft wall designs and reduces project risk, cost, and complexity.
B1 The Innovation Centre, Heywood Distribution Park, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 2TS T: 01530 515130 E: sales.fsi.uk@etexgroup.com
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Pyroguard
Pyroguard & Schüco install fire-rated façade at Belfast Grand Central Station
Pyroguard partnered with Schüco to deliver a fire-rated façade for Belfast Grand Central Station, a £340 million transport hub handling up to 20 million passenger journeys annually. Designed by RPP Architects, the station uses extensive glazing to maximise natural light and create an open concourse while meeting strict fire, thermal, acoustic and structural requirements. Working with Carey Glass and Williaam Cox, Pyroguard supplied over 400m² of Pyroguard Protect fire safety glass within Schüco curtain walling systems. Pyroguard Protect T-EI60/25-3 was selected for 60-minute fire resistance and large pane capability, maintaining clear sightlines while supporting the fire strategy and delivering strong safety performance. The façade was recognised at the 2025 Schüco Excellence Awards for its engineered design and integration.
Pyroguard UK Ltd, Millfield Lane, Haydock, Merseyside, WA11 9GA T: 01942 710 720 E: info@pyroguard.eu
