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Project NewsNewseNviroNmeNtal coNtrolDoors & GlaziNGiNteriorsfloorsroofsstructuresexterior worksoPiNioNProjects

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Inside cover photograph supplied by Hawkins\Brownwww.hawkinsbrown.co.uk

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ISG Takes Luxury Living Underground

ISG has successfully completed an exclusive luxury home conversion with new build subterranean leisure complex following a £9.5 million project in conjunction with the developers Capital Residential Management Ltd.

Located adjacent to Hampstead Heath, 34 The Bishops Avenue fulfils the high end residential remit of the client’s development portfolio, which only includes properties in 13 exclusive postcodes.

Combining complete renovation and refurbishment of a three-storey executive home, with the construction of an 8,900 sq. ft. basement running the full length of the property’s 145 ft. garden, the phased project involved bespoke specification and immaculate finishes throughout.

Client: Capital Residential Management

LtdArchitect: ISG Plc

Web: www.isgplc.com

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The impressive basement construction was carried out as part of the first phase, which also included the construction of a garden reception building to link the new subterranean structure to the existing house. During this period ISG was also responsible for delivering a contemporary landscaping design to the extensive gardens, including terraces and water features.

The second phase of the development focused on the strip out, refurbishment and extension of the existing house, the renovation of the property’s guest house and fit out of the new garden reception and basement structure. The high specification leisure facilities contained within the basement include a large swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa, along with a gym, cocktail bar and a catering kitchen. Access is provided via three lifts and two feature staircases from the main house and the garden reception building.

Working in close collaboration with the client and design team, ISG was responsible for sourcing hand-made fixtures and fittings from around the world to realise the vision for this exceptional home. The project also included a complex mechanical and electrical installation, delivering leading edge AV and intelligent control systems throughout the property.

ISG’s Stuart Deverill, managing director – London, commented: “As a showcase for ISG’s high end residential credentials, 34 The Bishops Avenue is a great addition to our growing luxury living portfolio. The superb execution of this technically complex development is testament to the close working relationship forged between all project partners, setting a new benchmark for luxury accommodation within one of the world’s prime residential markets.”

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Hilden Grange is an independent preparatory school located in the market town of Tonbridge in Kent. It is a day school for children aged three to thirteen, run by the Alpha Plus Group.

Like many preparatory schools in the UK the original school has been operating out of a Victorian building expanding into short- term temporary classrooms as pupil numbers have grown. Hawkins\Brown was appointed in 2010 to redevelop the school’s facilities.

“The new buildings are wonderful and have quite transformed the lives of all of us who work there.” Celine George, Senior Teacher

The Ritblat Building, Hilden Grange Preparatory School

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Client: Alpha Plus Group

Architect: Hawkins\Brown

Photography: Tim Crocke

Web: www.hawkinsbrown.co.uk

The school is located on a steeply sloping site within a conservation area and is surrounded by mature trees. The original Victorian building is located on the highest point of the school grounds commanding impressive views of the Kent Weald.

The new scheme restores views of the surrounding countryside, which had been obscured by the addition of temporary classrooms. It makes an asset of the topography of the site by placing landscape at the heart of the estate. External play spaces and circulation form a central spine with wings of accommodation on either side. A sunken centralised dining/assembly hall large enough to accommodate the whole school connects the two wings. Full height curtain wall glazing and doors allow direct access onto external dining areas and outdoor amphitheatre.

With a pitched roof the west wing is redolent of the Victorian building but is contemporary in its use of materials - cedar shingles with matching rainscreen wall cladding. The east wing has an undulating intensive green meadow roof with vertical larch rain-screen cladding.

“The new buildings at Hilden Grange designed by Hawkins Brown have transformed our school. Children and staff now enjoy a wonderful learning environment which is innovative, attractive and sustainable. All aspects of the design are highly impressive, from the individually designed classrooms and specialist areas to the excellent use of the topography and provision of play and communal space between the wings of the building. The attention to detail is also outstanding with a carefully thought out internal and external colour scheme that compliments the buildings educational purpose. At every stage of the project Hawkins Brown were a delight to work with and their involvement also included extensive consultation and liaison with teachers and students to ensure the right outcomes for all concerned.’’ John Withers, Headmaster

New facilities include specialist art and science classrooms and a library which is organised over several floors accommodating different key stages on separate tiers with external learning and play ‘terraces’ tailored to each age group. Colour is used boldly throughout the scheme to denote different key stage areas and to create an attractive environment to inspire learning.

With the exception of the new assembly/dining hall, which is built from blockwork and concrete, all other new facilities are constructed from Prefabricated Cross Laminated Timber, a

modern method of construction which creates well insulated naturally ventilated rooms using a sustainable material.

The construction process is highly efficient, with components being manufactured offsite ensuring that the works could be completed in a single academic year with minimal disruption to the normal school routine. The Cross Laminated Timber is exposed internally allowing the pupils of the school to understand the structure and materialisation of the new facilities.

The new facilities are named the Ritblat Building after Sir John Ritblat, Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Alpha Plus Group. Pupils took occupation at the start of the academic year 2012-13 and the transformative impact has already been acknowledged by teachers of the school.

10 EBPR\NEWS

When Videx Security developed the eighth edition of their renowned Product Builder CD, they made sure that it included many new features not available in any other software of its type. The result is that Product Builder 8 is the definitive method for any distributor or installer looking to create both door entry and access control systems. The user can now create a professional, detailed estimate from just one program. The most important feature of Product Builder 8 is that it allows the creation of a door entry or access control system from the same CD. Users are guided through the creation of a system that can include products from the traditional Videx product range, and the latest VX2200 & VX2300 systems, kits, GSM and access control products. To see it in operation, visit YouTube www.youtube.com/

watch?v=SJu80zKtQDY Also visit www.videx-security.com/product-builder/ to register for a copy of Product Builder 8.

Enquiry No 3

New viDex ProDuct BuilDer is PackeD witH uNrivalleD features

Bowater Architectural’s System10 Aluminium has been shortlisted for the Retrofit Product of the Year Award at the dedicated Greenbuild Awards. System10 Aluminium is a revolutionary design concept that can be specified for buildings required to meet the most stringent thermal and ecological standards. System10 Aluminium can achieve these standards whilst retaining all the design flexibility and aesthetic appeal of traditional aluminium windows. The GreenBuild Award categories cover all sectors of the building environment, with prizes for excellence in newbuild

and retrofit buildings, as well as behavioural change and innovation. The category for best new retrofit product will be judged by the Energy Hub team at the University of Salford. The Greenbuild Awards winners will be revealed at a celebratory dinner on 8th May, held at Manchester’s Midland Hotel.www.bowaterarchitectural.co.uk

Enquiry No 2

‘retrofit ProDuct of tHe Year’ NomiNatioN for sYstem10 alumiNium

Winn & Coales International is again recognised by the Queens Awards for Growth in World Sales. Three years after achieving its first Queen’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade in 2010, The London based specialist anti-corrosion, waterproofing and sealing products manufacturer was 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. www.denso.net

Enquiry No 1

wiNN & coales recoGNiseD BY QueeNs awarD

lauNDrY DesiGN GuiDe from electroluxElectrolux Professional Laundry Systems has produced a comprehensive guide to laundry planning aimed at architects, specifiers and construction companies involved in the design and planning of laundry facilities.As a leading manufacturer in creating complete laundry solutions tailored to individual requirements, the company’s expertise covers everything from hotels, healthcare establishments, and schools to commercial laundry operations, combining best in class laundry equipment with outstanding customer support.Electrolux Professional Laundry Systems believes in working with architects and specifiers during the design and planning phase to maximise the customer benefits and the cost savings a well designed laundry can offer, as well as ensuring the highest levels of hygiene and infection control healthcare establishments in particular, are faced with on a daily basis. Sneha Mashru, Project and Design Manager comments: “Electrolux Professional offers a free laundry audit to determine the overall requirements, for example, where the laundry should be located and the functions of the equipment to be installed. Getting this right at the beginning will reduce the need to make good the facilities at a later date”.

A checklist has been created to try and highlight the most relevant information to consider whilst planning a laundry room.• Isthelaundrylocatedonthegroundfloor?• Arethereanyexternalwalls?• Isthereaclearlevelmachineaccessroutefromthedropoffpointintothelaundryroom?• Arethereanywindowstoprovideanynaturallight?• Ensurethattrappedfouldrainsareavailableinthelaundryroom• Floortobesolidconcretefloor• Keepadedicatedareaforthedirtylaundryandadedicatedareaforthecleanlaundry• Keepspaceforancillaryitems,forexamplesluicesinks,sinks,stainlesssteeltables,trolleysetc• Keepspacefortheairintakeandfortheexhaustduct(s)• KeepspaceattherearofthemachinesforserviceaccessThe Electrolux Projects Department can provide full laundry layouts and 3D laundry room visuals as well as full service drawings. www.electrolux.com/professional www.electrolux.com

Enquiry No 4

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At a recent visit to the Doncaster offices of Pegler Yorkshire, the Director General of the CBI cited the company as one of the ‘corner stones’ of the country that can provide the engine of growth required for the recovery of the UK economy. With global representation the Yorkshire based business provides plumbing products, systems and solutions worldwide. It has four factories and international sales teams based in the UK and Dubai.The CBI lobbies in the UK, in Europe and beyond to tackle barriers to operating overseas and create conditions that encourage businesses to export. John Cridland, Director General of the CBI, met with Stuart Anderson to discuss the expansion of Pegler Yorkshire into overseas markets which now makes up 35% of the overall sales. Infrastructure was also a topic of discussion and how investment

into energy projects would help control the soring energy costs faced by businesses like Pegler Yorkshire. www.pegleryorkshire.co.uk

Enquiry No 6

PeGler YorksHire welcomes HeaD of cBi

There was a danger of bad news fatigue overshadowing Ecobuild 2013 but the well located CAB stand showed no signs of it at all. This was highlighted by the sheer volume of visitors and interest in the Association’s activities and membership opportunities from amongst the 45,000 visitors to the show which included around 40% of CAB’s entire membership who took time out to visit the stand in the North Gallery. This year, the usual CAB Team at the show was strengthened with new CAB Technical Director, Dr Justin Furness, who joined in mid-February. Aluminium’s key sustainability messages were again a key focus of the stand with many visitors choosing to share them on social media networks across Europe and worldwide. While the show still has an ‘eco’ edge, it has evolved into a general construction show which still attracts key specifiers and industry decision

makers from across the UK and Europe. For more information about CAB, its 2013 events programme and its membership, which is open to anyone in the commercial aluminium supply chain or aluminium home improvement sector, please contact Julie Harley at the CAB office on01453 82 8851 or email [email protected] www.c-a-b.org.uk

Enquiry No 7

caB tHrives at ecoBuilD

VMZINC’s 2013 standing seam roofing brochure contains detailed guidelines on the design and specification of cold and warm roof installations using six pre-weathered colours. These include the BBA certified VMZINC PLUS non-ventilated, Compact Roof on cellular glass and Structural Roof on rigid insulation. Factors examined include zinc’s sustainability, its BRE Environmental Profile and relative performance compared to copper and aluminium. Suitable for pitches from 3°- 90°, VMZINC systems have a design life of 80 years, are ideal for complex detailing and can be laid in lengths of up to 13 metres without expansion steps. www.vmzinc.co.uk

Enquiry No 5

2013 vmziNc staNDiNG seam sPecificatioN GuiDe

call for Brick awarDs 2013

The search is underway to find the best brickwork in action for the 2013 Brick Awards, organised by the Brick Development Association. Entrants are judged on a wide range of architectural design factors including demonstrating the building fabric’s sustainability credentials and the aesthetical choice, blend and bond of brick. The Awards are open to anyone, whether they are architects/designers, building owners, developers, housebuilders, contractors or brick manufacturers. The only stipulation is that the project – unless it’s featured in the Worldwide category – must feature clay bricks or pavers made by BDA members. The 2013 Brick Awards will be presented at the Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel in London on 14 November.Further information is available on the BDA website and an entry form can be downloaded from www.brick.org.uk/2013-entry-form. Hard copies can also be requested by emailing [email protected] or by calling 020 7323 7030. The closing date for entries is 14 June 2013.

Enquiry No 8

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The Wood Awards 2013 Call For Entries To Feature Social Media Entries ExpoThe Wood Awards - the UK’s premier award scheme recognising excellence in architecture and furniture in the world’s only naturally sustainable material - is now open for entries.

The Wood Awards recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design, craftsmanship and installation in wood and with permission from the owner, anyone associated with an eligible building or furniture project not entered before and completed in the UK in the last two years, can enter.

This year, the Wood Awards will feature all entries as they are received on its Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest pages. This online exhibition of all entries will give entrants the opportunity to inspire others and receive exposure before the shortlist is even considered. Closing deadline for entries is 24th

May, but get your entries in early to make the most of the Wood Awards 2013 Entries expo!

The main categories for the Wood Awards 2013 are Commercial & Public Access, Private, Small Project, Structural, Repair & Adaptive Reuse, Bespoke Furniture and Production Made Furniture.

Visit www.woodawards.com for the criteria, details on each of the categories and to enter online. The Wood Awards inspires as many people possible to consider and use wood in architecture and furniture, and encourages those who already do, to enter!

As the flagship for wood in the best of British architecture, furniture and design, the Wood Awards is only made possible by its sponsors and supporters. Canada Wood returns in 2013 as a lead sponsor, once again joining founding sponsors the AmericanHardwoodExportCouncil (AHEC)andtheCarpenters’Company,withmajor sponsors Wood for Good and TRADA. Other sponsors include American Softwoods, and this year Wood Awards also welcomes the return of the Forestry Commission.

The Wood Awards is free to enter, and building and furniture entries completed in the last two years and not entered before can be entered before 24th May. Visit www.woodawards.com for details.

Enquiry No 9

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Enquiry No 10

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tHe New BBs Biomass Boiler sYstem from PottertoN commercial

New from Potterton Commercial, the Biomass Boiler System (BBS)isatotallynewtechnologybeingincorporatedintotheportfolio of Low/Zero Carbon solutions offered by the Baxi Commercial Division “One-Stop-Shop”. The new Potterton Commercial BBS is constructed from high grade steel and includes fully integrated controls that allow remote access and monitoring of the system via a web based portal. This boiler system can be configured for both wood pellet and also wood chip fuels, depending on the site application. To ensure optimum performance and efficiency the correct fuel must be used. Emissions are minimised by the integral 5 pass smoke purification system. Distinctive features include a vertical flue pipe, water cooled combustion chamber and up to 2,000kW output. The optimised combustion chamber design allows boiler efficiency at nominal output of 87% and the heat output of individual boiler systems is quickly adjustable with a turn down ration of 30-100%. Front furnace construction and an automated sliding grate system make for ease of operation and vertical boiler pipes reduce the amount of cleaning required through normal maintenance. The further benefit of flexible application derives from the ability to tailor a boiler programme to meet specific installation requirements. Remote monitoring of the system, via an Ethernet connection to the boiler plant is a further option. www.baxicommercial.co.uk

Enquiry No 13

smi for kNx automateD solar sHaDiNG offers major aDvaNtaGes

SMI(StandardMotorInterface)isastandardisedsystemforelectricalconnectionsbetween solar shading products and their drives. The interface allows complete compatibility between the motors and actuators from different blind manufacturers with the SMI logo indicating these have been tested and certified as compatible. SMI is now available on the KNX platform in ranges of roller and venetian blinds available from Better Blind Company and in controllers available from WAGO. Both companies are members of the KNX UK Association.With the availability of SMI on the KNX open platform, automatic sun protection can now be integrated into a wider range of building management systems with enhanced functionality and additional benefits. Blinds can be grouped as well as individually controlled and precisely positioned. Feedback between the motor, actuator and BMS enables constant adjustment facilitating intelligent the use of technology such as sun tracking and heat sensors. Feedback also allows fault detection, making SMI ideal for integration on large scale installations.www.knxuk.org

Enquiry No 11

New fullY coNcealeD air curtaiN

JS Air Curtains is launching the new Invisair concealed air curtain that provides protection from draughts while being discreetly hidden inside a column or bulkhead. The main body of the unit is fully embedded in the walls or ceiling next to the doorway with the air outlets being the only visible part of the air curtain. The Invisair allows architects and consultants to maintain a minimalistic architectural design to an entrance while still providing the energy savings and internal comfort air curtains offer. Other concealed air curtains on the market have a fascia plate that is flush to the ceiling and into which the air is drawn and expelled. The Invisair has no such fascia plate and the air is either ducted to the unit or drawn in from a vent or grille on the other side of the column or bulkhead.To ensure the unit is as discreet as possible, even the inside of the air outlet and the directional air lamella can be provided in any RAL colour to match the walls or ceiling. www.jsaircurtains.com

Enquiry No 12

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Stannah Lifts

Commercial Advert – Access Lifts

Full page – H297 x W230 mm

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www.stannahlifts.co.uk

Providing access in the builtenvironment is our business.

What can Stannah do for you?

New arrivalOur new Midilift SLplus is a top-of-the-range short rise,

hydraulically driven lift with the addition of a full height

cabin. For travel up to 5 metres the NEW Midilift SLplus

looks like a conventional passenger lift but installs like a

platform lift, saving time and money.

The whole family of platform lifts• Inclined platforms for straight and curved stairs

• Vertical step lifts for awkward level changes

• Vertical hydraulic platform lifts

• Vertical hydraulic cabin platform lifts

• Vertical traction cabin platform lifts to go a little higher

Stairiser

Midilift SL

Lowriser

Midilift XLplus

NEW Midilift SLplus

Meet the family

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Escalators andMoving Walkways

PlatformLifts

Goods andService Lifts

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Bespoke Lifts

Lift Serviceand Repair

Find out more about our extended family of platform lifts. Call us on 01264 339090or visit our website. We know we can help.

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Stannah Lifts

Commercial Advert – Access Lifts

Full page – H297 x W230 mm

Publication

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www.stannahlifts.co.uk

Providing access in the builtenvironment is our business.

What can Stannah do for you?

New arrivalOur new Midilift SLplus is a top-of-the-range short rise,

hydraulically driven lift with the addition of a full height

cabin. For travel up to 5 metres the NEW Midilift SLplus

looks like a conventional passenger lift but installs like a

platform lift, saving time and money.

The whole family of platform lifts• Inclined platforms for straight and curved stairs

• Vertical step lifts for awkward level changes

• Vertical hydraulic platform lifts

• Vertical hydraulic cabin platform lifts

• Vertical traction cabin platform lifts to go a little higher

Stairiser

Midilift SL

Lowriser

Midilift XLplus

NEW Midilift SLplus

Meet the family

PassengerLifts

Escalators andMoving Walkways

PlatformLifts

Goods andService Lifts

Lift Refurbishment

Bespoke Lifts

Lift Serviceand Repair

Find out more about our extended family of platform lifts. Call us on 01264 339090or visit our website. We know we can help.

Enquiry No 14


uPGraDeD teN-Year co alarms lauNcHeD

Kidde Fyrnetics’ TenYCO range - the very first battery carbon monoxide alarms with a full 10-year guarantee covering both alarm and sealed-in lithium battery – has been upgraded. These self-contained, state of the art CO alarms are specially designed for quick and simple installation by anyone and for low cost of ownership, offering ‘Best Value’ over a 10-year life. They are ideal for social and private landlords, and complement Kidde’s ten-year battery optical smoke alarms. he brand new 10LLCO and 10LLDCO models share many of the features of the original 8LLCO alarms launched last April. In anticipation of future changes to the European CO alarm product standard, the new alarms have an extra End-of-Life/Fault LED and “ramp up” horn. They are BSi Kitemarked and comply with the latest edition of BS EN 50291:2010. They also offer “Quick Test” functionality whereby the unit can be tested with carbon monoxide gas spray and react instantly to confirm the presence of carbon monoxide, rather than the normal response times required in BS EN50291.

For safety without compromise, TenYCO checks the environment for carbon monoxide once every second – a much shorter interval than competing products. TenYCO has a time-weighted alarm so that the higher the level of CO present, the sooner the alarm will be triggered, because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison. The size, expertise and resources of Kidde will provide reassurance of consistent product quality and reliability. CO alarms are essential to protect occupants from carbon monoxide and meet housing providers’ responsibilities. With Building Regulations, the Green Deal and other safety regulations requiring them, fitting carbon monoxide alarms is an important consideration for anyone working on housing.TenYCO.kiddefyrnetics.co.uk

Enquiry No 17

cleaN Protect aND maiNtaiN HeatiNG sYstems for eNerGY saviNG BeNefits….

For a heating system to run at optimum efficiency levels, a system needs to be cleaned to remove debris, inhibited to protect it from corrosion and limescale build up in hard water areas. Maintained, with water treatment levels being monitored and tested annually to keep the system protected and as energy efficient as possible the wide range of excellent products available from Sentinel meet those demands. Sentinel has recently launched its new system filter, offering brand new technology to keep systems absolutely free of debris. The Sentinel Eliminator utilises ground breaking Quadra-CycloneTM Technology to rapidly remove all circulating debris – both magnetic and non-magnetic - from a central heating system and is a first in the water treatment market giving the Eliminator a distinct advantage over traditional magnetic filters. Powerful centrifugal forces spin all types of debris down into the collection chamber whilst simultaneously forcing clean water up through the centre of the powerful cyclones, ensuring superior separation and a quick and effective clean.www.sentinel-solutions.net

Enquiry No 15

raiNwater HarvestiNG – a solutioN to flusHiNG exPeNsive cleaN water awaY…. Polypipe Building Products has launched a range of new solutions into the rainwater harvesting marketplace, targeted specifically at the domestic and residential market, in response to the growing acceptance that the time has come to stop using high quality drinking water to flush down the toilet, wash our cars and water the garden. An amazing one third of all water used in the

home gets flushed down the toilet – and in most homes, that’s drinking quality water. The roof on an average 4-bed family home captures more than 100,000 litres of rainwater each year – most of which currently goes down the drain and is wasted. When you think that a typical family uses 70,000 litres of water each year on

flushing the toilet, clothes washing and outdoor use – watering the garden and cleaning cars, it simply makes sense to harvest it and use it and save on your water bills into the bargain. 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. www.polypipe.com

Enquiry No 16

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL/EBPR 17

eNerGY saviNG raDiators from stelraDRadiators manufactured prior to 2000 can be up to 50% less efficient than modern radiators, due to the increased surface area of newer radiators and the improved convection fins. Modern radiators also offer more energy

efficiency because they heat up more quickly than older radiators, due in the main to lower water content – typically around 24% less water in modern radiators than those pre-2000. The recent arrival of the first serial feed radiator in the UK – the

Radical from Stelrad - which offer 50% more radiant heat than a standard parallel feed radiator, 23% faster heat up and 53% hotter front panel with significantly less heat loss from the back panel - and a 10.5% reduction in energy bills – has revolutionised the benefits available from radiators in 2013.This new serial feed radiator has been independently tested by KIWA and they have given it a certificate of 10.5% energy saving, which translates straight to lower heating bills. These serial feed radiators work equally well with traditional boiler driven heating systems and with renewable systems – such as ground source and air source heat. With a Radical serial feed radiator you feel warmer, faster - and cheaper. www.stelrad.com

Enquiry No 18

take a closer look at HeatiNG sYstem PumPs….

When you’re looking at specifying components for heating you want to ensure that you are meeting all the current regulations and that you’re incorporating the best and latest technology that will help you reduce energy bills, reduce emissions into the atmosphere and use less energy. By switching now to a modern energy efficient small circulating pump you can save up to 90% of the energy a non-high efficiency pump will use, and that translates nicely into a 90% energy bill saving which will see the new high efficiency pump paying for itself in around two years. The latest generation of Wilo high-efficiency pumps is already "ErP-ready" and ready to be installed in any heating project – they will future-proof any heating system for you. www.wilo.co.uk

Enquiry No 20

The self-adhesive tube version of leading elastomeric pipe insulation product Class O Armaflex is now being manufactured and supplied directly from Armacell’s UK plant in Oldham. New production lines and expertise have been brought in-house for applying the self-adhesive strips and tapes to ensure greater control over quality, stock levels and lead-times for future supplies. Bringing the production to Oldham has also led to an increase in the local production team by four in order to carry out the new processes.The Class O Armaflex Self Seal pipe insulation product is fully slit longitudinally along the length of each tube, with two strips of double sided self adhesive tape pre-applied to both of the slit surfaces. The product is specifically designed to provide high performance insulation where fast, secure installation is required.It is also ideal for applications where working space is restricted, with Class O Armaflex Self Seal easily applied to existing pipework by simply fitting the tube onto the pipe, peeling back the protective covering strips from the self adhesive tapes and pressing the seams firmly together to achieve a dirt/moisture proof seal. A fast and secure gluing of seams is achieved over the entire length of the installation, while the ease of application reduces the cost and time of installations by up to 30%. Like all Armaflex products, Class O Armaflex Self Seal has a closed cell structure with an “in-built” vapour barrier, offering a high resistance to water vapour transmission and reducing the risk of condensation. By preventing moisture ingress and condensation, damage to the insulation and subsequent losses of thermal performance and corrosion issues are prevented, and the efficiency and life span of chilled water and heating and plumbing services prolonged as a result. In addition to preventing moisture ingress and condensation the built-in Microban® anti-microbial protection also further reduces the potential for mould and bacterial growth. www.armacell.com/uk

Enquiry No 19

armacell uk BriNGs self seal PiPe iNsulatioN ProDuctioN to olDHam


researcH Proves tHat Poor acoustics witHiN eDucatioNal eNviroNmeNts caN affect BotH teacHiNG aND learNiNG

Hush Acoustics have developed products and systems that will reduce impact, airborne and reverberation noise between or within learning spaces. All Hush products are in compliance with acoustic regulations for educational environments and fall in line with the Building Bulletin 93 (BB93). “We have developed many easy to install systems that are designed to optimise space within a classroom / teaching room for refurbishment projects or new builds. We work on projects of any size from a single classroom to a whole school” says Rob Crampton, MD of Hush Acoustics. Hush Acoustics also offer a consultancy service outlining practical, economical and environmentally friendly ways to minimize noise levels within teaching environments. www.hushacoustics.co.uk

Enquiry No 22

fastlaNe teacHes tHe imPortaNce of PerformiNG QuietlY at watforD scHool

Fastlane Ventilation Equipment Limited has designed, manufactured and supplied eight bespoke air handlingunits(AHU)forHolywellPrimarySchoolin Hertfordshire. West Midlands based Fastlane built the bespoke high efficiency, low noise units, used to condition and circulate air as part of the school’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC)system,tosuitthelayoutoftheschoolandits particular access requirements. The Fastlane AHUs are fitted with double, high efficiency, plate heat exchangers through which the heat generated by the classroom radiators is transferred between the separate supply and exhaust air. Recovery of heat from the exhaust air and the efficient transfer to the supply fresh air offers significant energy savings, contributing significantly to the school’s energy efficiency and the reduction of its carbon emissions. www.fastlaneventilation.com

Enquiry No 24

Johnson & Starley has incorporated the latest proven cutting edge technology into its new range of WarmCair condensing warm air heaters. They have been designed to offer low running costs, exceptional reliability, unrivalled efficiency and warmth as well as low carbon and NOx emissions with the added benefit of low operational noise levels. The WarmCair range of high efficiency condensing warm air heaters includes:fivedownflowmodels(10kWto46kW),fourupflowmodels(16kWto46kW)andthreedownflowmodelswithcombinedwarmairheatinganddomestichotwaterheating(10kW,16kWand20kW).Theheatersaresuitableforbothnewbuild and for replacement heating upgrade installations. A WarmCair heater can replace any existing warm air heater with minimum disruption and with replacement installation times generally less than one day. The heaters will qualify for £320 Green DealCashback.TheyarebeingincludedintheEnergyTechnologyList(ETL)andwillbeeligibleforEnhancedCapitalAllowances(ECA,AnnualInvestmentAllowance)wheninstalledincommercial enterprises, for up to 100% first year tax credit. www.johnsonandstarley.co.uk

Enquiry No 23

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A new method of producing litter and recycling bins from recycled polymer, developed by Leafield Environmental, is becoming a hit with corporate organisations and education establishments alike, wishing to demonstrate their green credentials in line with Corporate Social Responsibilities. These Smart-E™ bins are rotationally moulded from 90% recycled chips of MDPE and the result is a unique mottled finish that emphasises the recycled nature of the product. The Smart-E process utilises the polymer waste stream generated in Leafield’s manufacturing process and bypasses several traditional recycling processes associated with ‘repolymerising’ plastic waste. The material is colour segregated before being chipped into small pellets that form the bulk of the rotational mouding charge. In this way the colour hue of the finished bin can be modified but each bin has its own unique appearance. A range of Smart-E bins is available for both outside litter collection and internal recycling. www.leafieldrecycle.com

Enquiry No 25

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tmvs Now Boast tectite tecHNoloGY from PeGler YorksHireAs a continuation of product development by renowned plumbing systems manufacturer Pegler Yorkshire, the company has announced the launch of a new valve. The Tectite TMV series combine the latest in metal push-fit technology with the ultimate protection against

hot water scalding and thermal shock. The Tectite TMV utilises the latest innovations in metal push-fit technology and will provide connectivity to copper, stainless steel and PE-X and PB. It also benefits from additional push-fit advantages such as installed cost savings, as joints are made in a fraction of the time, heat free therefore no requirement for a hot works permit and rotatable joints which makes working in confined spaces easier. The TMV itself carries with it the high performance guarantee by Pegler Yorkshire

products. The Tectite TX405 series in-line TMVs are combined TMV3 and TMV2 compact mixing valves which meet the requirements of NHS Model Engineering Specification DO8, are third party approved through Buildcert. They also meet EN1111 and EN1287 standard allowing them to be used in domestic bath fill applications for new build properties in line with the mandatory requirements of Part G of the Building Regulations 2010. www.pegleryorkshire.co.uk

Enquiry No 21


Trend Controls Optimises Energy Savings For The Brunei Gallery At SOAS, University Of LondonWhen SOAS, University of London resolved to lower carbon emissions and save money on its prestigious Brunei Gallery, incoming head of energy management for SOAS, Stephen McKinnell commissioned Trend Controls to carry out an energy audit and put measures in place to optimiseitsexistingBuildingEnergyManagementSystem(BEMS).Withaclearlydefinedsetofobjectives in mind he contacted Trend Controls and commissioned an energy audit.

James Dauncey, the company’s senior engineer, and Stuart Kuy, its field service engineer, visited the site to review how the building was being used and identify ways to make improvements. After the initial visit a full report was produced that contained an executive summary of the team’s findings alongside detailed financial information about the recommended remedial work. The audit discovered a number of issues, including setpoints that were incorrectly configured and were in fact operating the heating system when the building was closed. After assessing plant such as boilers, air conditioning and pumps, the two chillers were identified as an immediate cause for concern, as they were highly inefficient and not operating correctly. It was decided that the best course of action would be to replace them with a single more efficient model.

There were also a number of failed motorised valves that had to be replaced, and the air handling plant was made more efficient by installing variable speed drives on the fans. The outstation controllers were also upgraded from Trend Controls’ IQ1 to its IQ3 devices, which offered expandability to enable the use of remote I/O modules for up to128 points. A Trend Controls 963 Supervisor is the brains behind the system and provides a real-time user interface for The Brunei Gallery’s BEMS. By working closely together, Stephen and the team from Trend Controls employed a number of other energy saving innovations to increase overall energy efficiency. The building now uses less than half the gas and 20% less electricity than it did previously, its DEC operational rating has gone from G to C and it is helping SOAS to reach its challenging CO2 reduction targets. www.trendcontrols.com/en-GB

Enquiry No 26

timoleoN uNDer-floor HeatiNG iNstalleD iN GraDe ii listeD couNtrY House

When the present owner purchased this magnificent and imposing grade II listed country house situated in Dorset, which was originally built in the seventeenth century, his first priority was to restore the building to its original state.However with respect to the central heating the owner decided to modernise by installing under-floor heating on the ground floor and the first floor, whilst keeping some of the old style cast iron radiators.The ground floor had to be reconstructed as the old timber joists were past repair, so a solid concrete floor was laid. At this stage the owner called in local plumber Holton Plumbing Services Ltd. of Poole to assist with this project.Timoleon Ltd., specialists in all aspects of underfloor heating, were asked to produce detailed designs for heating the ground and first floor; the plans submitted included Timoleon's Staple System, ideal for the new screeded ground floor and the company’s award winning LowBoard for the first floor.The Staple system on the ground floor provided a quick, flexible method of installing under-floor heating onto a screeded floor. The Timoleon gridded insulation was laid onto the sub floor, the 18mm, PE-RT pipe, at 200mm centres, was then stapled onto the insulation with barbed staples, which can be done by hand or Stapler, following the grids clearly marked. Once the pipe work had been pressure tested, a screed was applied and the final floor coverings of carpet tiles, flagstones and timber were layed.As on the first floor there was a need to maintain a low level, the Timoleon LowBoard was ideal, giving an overall height of only 13mm. The LowBoard panels were laid on top of 25mm plywood panels, which in turn were laid on the existing joist. The LowBoard panels are made from moisture resistance MDF with an aluminium layer on the underside, which helps spread the heat upwards into the room. The panels are pre-routed enabling the installer to gently tread in the 12mm PE-RT pipe swiftly and with little effort. 6mm ply was laid on top of the LowBoard followed by carpet on the majority of the first floor. www.timoleon.co.uk

Enquiry No 28


a fresH solutioN from se coNtrols for BirmiNGHam citY couNcil officesBirmingham City Council’s award winning office development at Woodcock Street is using an advanced natural ventilation solution from SE Controls to create a comfortable environment for staff and visitors while enhancing the building’s sustainability credentials by reducing energy consumption. A key focus of the building’s design was the use of a wide range of sustainable technologies to minimise energy consumption and reduce its carbon footprint. In addition to rainwater harvesting, a ‘brown roof’ wildlife habitat and photovoltaic panels, SE Controls’ natural ventilation solution also played an essential role in helping achieve the energy reduction targets. SE Controls supplied, installed and commissioned the extensive natural ventilation system, which involved 562 TGCO chain and tandem type actuators together with 101 OS2 type 22 controllers to ensure the precise operation of automatically opening windows and

vents within the workspace and four atria, which are managed by the building’s integrated BMS.The natural ventilation system’s operation is also enhanced by the construction methods used with the building. Using steel framed construction and steel floor beams with 200mm thick hollow cellular core concrete floor planks, the design optimises the building’s thermal mass to enable the temperature to be managed without additional external cooling. The natural ventilation system is also used to ‘night purge’ the building, allowing cooler air to enter and cool the hollow beams. SE Controls specialises in the design, project management and installation of advanced smoke ventilation and natural ventilation solutions to meet the needs of architects, contractors, building services engineers and facilities managers worldwide. www.secontrols.com

Enquiry No 27


BSRIA Tests For Part ‘F’ FailureTesting of domestic ventilation systems under Approved Document F of the Building Regulations has been compulsory since October 2010. Unfortunately it has proved a nightmare for the construction industry with a ridiculously high percentage of failures.

BSRIA Compliance, a company dedicated to testing to prove compliance to the ever more stringent requirements of the Building Regulations, lays the initial blame for these shortcomings on a mixture of poor design, but mainly a disappointingly poor standard of installation, but also points out that the testing methods originally used [and in many cases still in use] can be wildly inaccurate unless proper corrections are taken to account for the idiosyncrasies of each system and the appliances they use.

The latter contention was supported in a recent workshop organised by Modern Built Environment, which quoted the measurement of ventilation performance as the most significant deficiency in Building Performance measurement. BSRIA maintains that there is a domestic ventilation testing procedure that is simple, quick and accurate, using the most appropriate equipment, a Power Flow Hood.

The Hood contains a fan that rotates at a controlled speed allowing the unit to achieve a zero pressure balance usually within 4-20 seconds when placed over inlet or outlet. This ‘unconditional’ test method overcomes the problems inherent with site-specific conditions such as fan types and adjustments, airflow direction and instrumentation characteristics. The Flow Hood is an air volume flow meter designed to eliminate back pressure and turbulent flow effects. It is based on a zero pressure method that compensates for the resistance of the measuring instrument and the characteristics of the air distribution system.

It also senses air flow direction so that the unit can be used for supply or extract purposes without any configuration change. It sounds simple and indeed it is, providing an easy solution to what has proved a thorny problem for many builders large and small as the BSRIA team, that has been successfully testing on site for Part ‘F’ compliance throughout the UK, can confirm. Returning to the reasons for failures in domestic ventilation systems BSRIA maintains that most problems arise poor workmanship. Although fan manufacturers design their fans to comply with Regulations these frequently fail to operate to their stated performance due to poor installation particularly when flexible pipework is used. Part ‘F’ failure rates here have been quoted as high as 95% and in one recent case six metres of flexible pipe had been stuffed into a wall cavity predictably preventing all circulation. While this example is extreme it is symptomatic of the lack of care taken to support flexible pipe and maintain clear air flow.BSRIA is in process of producing a guide to the accurate measurement of airflow rates and it is to be hoped that this will aid the industry in correcting the present, almost farcical, failures to comply with Approved Document F. www.bsria.co.uk

Enquiry No 29


Affordable ‘Green’ Energy For The Shaftsbury Stately HomeSt. Giles House in Wimborne St. Giles is the main dwelling on the Shaftsbury Estate and is one of Dorset’s truly grand houses. The “first stone of my house at St. Giles” was laid in 1650 by Sir Anthony Ashley-Cooper, who was later to become Lord Shaftsbury on his appointment as Lord Chancellor of England. Although much altered over the years, St. Giles House remains as beautiful as it is impressive. Unfortunately neither energy conservation nor efficient heating were priorities with 17th Century architects, so that fuel bills had become alarming in this modern age when conventionally generated energy prices spiral ever upwards and the carbon footprint for St. Giles was also approaching the size of a seven league boot. Consequently, when a major renovation of the house was planned, isoenergy, expert in all forms of renewable energy, was asked to design a system that would provide hot water

and central heating more cheaply as well as being considerably more ecologically sound.

isonergy’s full brief was to use renewable energy to produce heating and hot water, to reduce the house’s fossil fuel dependency and its carbon footprint, to reduce running costs substantially and to achieve these aims making optimum use

of Government grants and subsidies. The company’s eventual design was for a hybrid system utilising the lake in the grounds as the prime energy source for hot water & heating boosted by solar thermal panels on the roof of the main house. In addition the house’s walled garden [those gardeners knew the sunniest places] proved the perfect site for a line of 168 photovoltaic ground mounted panels, each panel capable of producing 190Watts of electricity.

The choice of the lake as the prime energy source was a natural one since water is the most effective and reliable heat provider through the year. A 3,000 metres closed loop energy collector containing an anti-freeze solution was sunk to a depth safe from boats and fisherman. Having absorbed heat from the lake, the liquid in the loops is passed to three manifolds on the shore and thence led up to the Plant Room

in the house via a 90mm plastic pipe. Here it enters two super efficient Viessmann Vitocal Heat Pumps linked in a master/slave conformation and each with an energy capacity of 45kW. By a sophisticated heat exchange process involving the pumps’ Compliant Scroll Compressors, the heat input is squeezed up to a temperature suitable for the house’s hot water. The energy then passes into two linked double-skinned cylinders each of 1,000 litres capacity, one for central heating the other for hot water requirements, while the original input liquid, now at a temperature close to zero, is re-circulated back to the lake.

One of the advantages of the ISO system is that the various renewable energy elements combine effectively so that the roof mounted solar thermal panels with a surface area of 16 square metres and a potential 12kW output cuts in whenever the weather permits to increase the temperature in the hot water cylinders and reduce the requirement from the lake-fed system. The PV panels arrayed in the walled garden with a total output of 32kW, serve a different purpose. Initially fed into St. Giles House’s electrical system [including of course meeting the electrical needs of the Viessmann heat pumps] the panels then provide an income via the Feed In Tariff [FIT] of 34.5p per kilowatt hour of electricity passed into the National Grid.

The isoenergy remit to provide renewable resources for heating and hot water are clearly met and, thanks to the high efficiency rating of the heat pumps and superior insulation on the hot water cylinders, carbon emissions have also been sharply reduced. That leaves us with the energy savings to be expected when the house’s renovations are done and the system comes into full operation. The saving in fuel costs is confidently predicted to be around £16,000 per year, mainly from the underwater sourced heat pumps. That is impressive enough but when annual subsidies [partly estimated until the Renewable Heat Incentive Phase 2 is in place] of well over £21,000 are added, the figures are truly remarkable. It is always satisfying that renewable energy can be as efficient in centuries old buildings as in modern purpose built dwellings. www.iso.co.uk

Enquiry No 30

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cGi iNterNatioNal exPaNDs fire Glass solutioNs witH PYroGuarD-t lauNcHFire glass solutions specialist, CGI International, has extended its market leading Pyroguard fire resistant glazing with the launch of Pyroguard-T – a range of high performance fire glass products, which provide access to some of the largest tested sizes available on the market today.A gel-filled product manufactured with toughened glass, Pyroguard-T is extremely robust during installation and offers excellent impact strength ofupto1B1(underEuropeanstandards).Spanningfireratingsof E30 to EI 120, Pyroguard-T is manufactured to bespoke sizes by CGI International and shipped straight to site. Offering the additional benefit of large format applications, Pyroguard-T is certified for use in sizes up to and including 3m in height or 3.6m² in area. Approved for use in an extensive suite of steel profiles, Pyroguard-T is primarily aimed at the steel fabrication and installer market. However, the product has also been tested in a core range of timber applications. In response to projects which increasingly demand superior acoustic performance, Pyroguard-T also offers an efficient solution, with the fire glass delivering sound reduction of up to 45dB. www.pyroguard.eu

Enquiry No 31

Halo is ProuD to Hit a New low!Halo’s new window system is unlike anything else currently available on the UK PVC-U market. The pioneering window system supplier has unveiled the ‘TwinSash’ which can achieve a U-value of 0.38 W/m²K and reduce noise levels by around 50dB. This level of performance is reached by using triple-glazed, krypton-filled units and foam-filled sections. It can even achieve extremely low U values using what is considered to be the industry’s most cost-effective combination of components; using two 28mm double glazed IGUs(airfilled,floatglassandaluminiumspacerbar)theTwinSash can still achieve an impressive U-value of just 1.2. TwinSash is one of the only PVC-U window systems to meet the requirements for Passivhaus. This system is particularly suited to the hotel industry and the education sector thanks to its sound reduction properties, and also the housing and healthcare sectors with its heat retention and energy-efficiency benefits. It both meets and exceeds the requirements for Level 6 of the Code for Sustainable Homes and is suitable for Passivhaus applications. Designed with versatility in mind, the TwinSash can offer a combination of open-in/open-out casements - along with Tilt ‘n’ Turn windows. www.halo-uk.com

Enquiry No 32

a class act from total Glass at lostock Hall acaDemYNew thermally-efficient aluminium windows and doors have been supplied and installed by fenestration specialist Total Glass as part of a major refurbishment project at Lostock Hall Academy, a secondary school near Preston.Working with main contractor Link Contracting, Total Glass fitted 91 ‘A’-rated windows and six doors, manufactured using the Comar 5Pi ECO externally-beaded system, in the 1960s Arts and Science block. These replaced old single-glazed PVC and Crittall steel windows.On three elevations, the frames incorporated Super Neutral 62/34 toughened 6mm argon-filled double glazed units. Windows on the overlooked fourth elevation were supplied with tinted Guardian Silver-grey 32 toughened 6mm argon-filled units for greater privacy.Extensive works to the timber-framed building, which had to be scheduled around the school hours, weekends and school holidays, also included upgraded thermal insulation and a new brick skin with external cladding and Trespa panels.AndrewSheil,TotalGlassCommercialContractsManager(Aluminium)commented: “The main issue we had to overcome was the fact the science block remained in full use during the works, so it was essential to minimise any disruption on site. Having also worked around exams and inclement weather, we managed to complete 90% of our installations in the half-term holiday week at the end of February to avoid any disturbance.”www.totalglass.com

Enquiry No 33

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The Invisible Corner By Cantifix Is A Disruptive InnovationFrom stylish domestic renovations to cutting-edge glazing contracts, Cantifix has been leading thewayinallthingsglassforover25years.CantifixhasrecentlyintroducedUltraViolet(UV)bonded glass corners into its range, as part of its drive for innovation and new technologies. UV bonded glass corners are a brilliant way of achieving a truly uninterrupted, panoramic view throughout a glass extension, with a sleek, unbroken façade from both inside and out, and no visible framing whatsoever.The technique involves applying a special adhesive to the interlocking pieces of glass which are then joined and sealed using UV light. The result is an incredibly strong join, which is just as robust as a traditional silicone joint, and a practically ‘invisible glass’ corner with no framing in sight!With a U-value of 1.2W/m2K, UV bonded corners can be used on double glazed units, for both indoor and outdoor use. This simple technique provides a unique touch to a glass extension that is second to none, and shows that when it comes to framing, less is definitely more.Cantifix manufacture and install all types of architectural glazing, from structural glass enclosures to glass doors and windows. Call 020 8203 6203 today to enquire about a project, or visit www.cantifix.co.uk

Enquiry No 34


tHe BraND New toucHBar raNGe from HoPPe (uk) ltD

As part of the on-going commitment to develop and deliver relevant products to the market, HOPPE the manufacturer synonymous with innovation, quality and performance in hardware for the window and door and architectural sectors, is pleased to announce the launch the latest Touch bar range.Covering a variety of solutions for numerous applications, Andy Matthews, Sales and Marketing Manager of the ArchitecturalDivisionofHOPPE(UK)Ltdexplainsmore:“The HOPPE Touch bar range is a collection of exit hardware that combines great architectural styling with superb performance characteristics. The main feature of the design is the tactile Touch Bar which covers a door’s width making it easy to locate and comfortable to grip. It allows immediate escape when pressure is applied to any point on the bar, which is critical when it’s being used in

applications where users are unfamiliar with their surroundings and need to escape fast in an emergency”. The range includes a Single Panic Bar, a Panic Latch, a Combination Unit for Double Rebated Doors and a lever handle Outside Access Device. The lever handle outside access device can also be used in conjunction with our 800 series range of panic and emergency exit hardware. All of the relevant standards and certifications have been obtained and all are suitable for use in open public areas in accordance BS EN 1125: 2008. www.hoppe.co.uk

Enquiry No 37

alu-timBer eft curtaiN walliNGThe next innovation from timber/aluminium facade supplier, Alu-Timber, is now available. Alu-Timber EFT is a 60mm curtain wall system which offers Capped, 2sided Structural Glazing with vertical or horizontal capping, and 4sided Structural Glazing. Alu-Timber EFT provides thermally efficient Larch timber with time tested aluminium for protection. The inherent properties of timber provide two advantages: high strength as well as low U- values, ensuring that partners can meet the demands of future carbon reduction plans. As standard, Alu-Timber EFT is available in Larch engineered timber. For design flexibility, Alu-Timber offers a palette of timber species. The external aluminium can be finished in a myriad of polyester powder colours or anodising. www.alutimber.co.uk

Enquiry No 35

Dorma comBiNes aestHetics aND securitY at £10m flaGsHiP Homeless scHeme

As part of the Government’s Places of Change scheme, designed to improve the quality of homeless accommodation in the UK, Midland Heart’s £10 million Snow Hill project has seen the transformation of one of Birmingham’s largest supported housing schemes. For a new, showpiece entrance and a series of internal doors, DORMA supplied and installed its KTV revolving door and five DORMA ES 200 automatic sliding doors.The elegant, functional and energy efficient DORMA KTV glass automatic revolving door provided the stunning finish to the new light-filled entrance and lobby.As part of the refurbishment, the building’s original structural columns had to remain. To accommodate this, DORMA installed the revolving door off centre alongside a series of associated fixed glazed screens to create the modern and minimalist glass frontage.To the side of this stunning revolving door, and in compliance with the Equality Act and Building regulations, DORMA also supplied and installed two DORMA ES 200 bi-parting sliding doors.www.dorma-uk.co.uk

Enquiry No 36


ruNDum oriGiNal coNcave soliD oak GaraGe DoorRundum Meir have designed and manufactured a 7.5 metre oak concave garage door with CE marked remote control automation. After visiting the site to consider the best approach Rundum designed the tracks and fixings to suit the opening and then returned to install.The use of oak and the concave design complements the natural flowing form of the landscape and the rest of the building. The door slides back along the side at an angle into the garage.Downley House is a beautiful innovative home located in rural South Downs National Park and designed by RIBA competition winners Birds Portchmouth Russum. The client is delighted with the garage door and the house has won numerous awards. “Rundum Meir feel privileged to have been involved with this prestigious project” - Danesch Missaghian MD. www.rundumuk.co.uk

Enquiry No 38

Enquiry No 39


Pioneer House, Dewsbury - Victorian Grade II Listed Landmark BuildingHistoglass have supplied their extremely thin high-performance double glazing system for the Victorian, Grade II Listed landmark property Pioneer House in Dewsbury.Pioneer House has dominated Dewsbury’s skyline since 1878 when it was built for Dewsbury’s Pioneer Industrial Society as a place from which to sell its produce and wares. There have been a wide variety of tenants over the years including a theatre, library, French-polishers, butchers, cobblers and a restaurant.Kirklees Council have required the prior owner to sell the building in order to protect the building from further decay and they are working with The Princes Trust to revamp the building and bring it back into full use.The window project includes more than 200 original windows to be rot repaired, draught-proofed, re-glazed and renovated. There is a variety of sash windows, casements and doors. Most existing windows have a rebate depth of about 22mm allowing more than enough space for the use of the Histoglass D13 System. In the case of Pioneer House,

Histoglass advised Aedas architects on the use of the D13 System, which has a spacer bar of 6mm and an inner and outer pane of 3mm, achieving a U-Value of 1.5. Compared to the approximate U-value of 5.6 of the existing single glazing, this will make an enormous difference to the heat-loss through the glazing. Many Victorian buildings have curved units in the top sash and that’s no

different in Pioneer House. As the main purpose is to maintain the existing window frames, many units were made to template to fit the frames perfectly. Histoglass worked closely with Sash Windows Northwest Ltd to achieve the highest possible quality.In critical areas, toughened inner and outer panes were used. The beauty of the Kitemark stamps for toughened glazing is that we now put them as a line stamp on

the edge of the pane, so that, once a pane has been installed, the stamp disappears behind the putty or bead. “Little details like these are very important to us”, Michiel Brouns, Managing Director of Histoglass explains. “We supply the ultimate thin double glazing in both aesthetics and quality currently available on the market and we achieve this by our relentless drive for quality and attention to detail. The spacer bar, for instance was coloured in RAL 9001 to perfectly match the colour of the paint work on the frames.”“Although the quality of Histoglass glazing is re-enforced by our long track record, our units have the distinction of being the only IGU’s to achieve all 6 parts of BSEN 1279, the harmonised British /European standard for gas filled insulating glazing. The CE Certificate is available on our website.”Michiel Brouns continues by saying that “…the Histoglass Thin Double Glazing System has been around in Germany for almost 30 years and the projects in which this system has been used, are still performing perfectly. The failure rate for units supplied in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, The Netherlands and Belgium is less than 0.05% and since the introduction of Histoglass to the UK market, we have not had any failed units. This track record is further proof of the confidence we have in the quality of our product.”The Histoglass thin double glazing system was specified by Aedas, the global award winning architects. Neil Ward, the project architect from Aedas comments: “We specified Histoglass because of its proven track record and suitability for use in historic buildings.”He goes on to explain that the main purpose is to repair the windows in a way which is "…sympathetic to the environment but which is also fit for modern day use…”Michiel further adds: “It is great to have our product selected as the best for the job by Aedas, a company renowned for its universally high standards of design and delivery.” www.histocolour.co.uk

Enquiry No 40


keeP it safe witH securistYleWalsall Manor Hospital was recently fined £80,000 after a patient suffered a fatal fall from a first floor window. A full investigation found the trust at fault for not having fitted restrictors to the window. More recently was the tragic case of four year old Caleb Wallace who fell from the third storey window of a block of flats in Glasgow in early March. The simple measure of fitting a restrictor hinge onto windows in buildings of this nature is enough to prevent injury or loss of life from a fall. Securistyle prides itself on offering expertise and technical knowledge. In addition to friction hinges with built in restriction, the company offers a range of purpose designed individual restrictors. The Defender Cavity Fit Restrictor, for example, is ideal for domestic installations where there is a danger of falls. The Detachable Restrictor is ideally suited for more heavy duty applications such as schools or hospitals. This key release restrictor stay can withstand a force in excess of 1000N when opened at the restricted position and is compatible with all Securistyle commercial hinges. Finally, the Stay Open Restrictor will not only prevent the window opening past the fully restricted position, but also from closing past its ‘stay open’ position. www.securistyle.co.uk

Enquiry No 41

alumeN aDDs iNteGral BliNDAlumen Ltd, the specialist aluminium door and window sister company to long-established GRP Designs, is pleased to announce the addition of the Sunbell Venetian blind to its range of aluminium doors and windows. The integral blind

is already proving very popular when used in conjunction with the company’s aluminium bi-folding or sliding doors for conservatory and garden room installations as they are operated by either a switch panel or a remote control, eliminating the need for unsightly battery packs or solar panels. These blinds are particularly ideal for bi-folding

and sliding doors as they have no controls to interfere with the operation of the door, unlike some manual blinds which require magnets or pulleys that foul the meeting style when opening. Each blind can be activated independently, as every control box can operate up to 12 blinds individually. Additionally, the Venetian Blind provides you with the change to add further kerb appeal to a conservatory, as it is available in a wide range of colours and sizes.www.alumen.co.uk

Enquiry No 42

Perfect focus oN lee valleY wHite water ceNtre tHrouGH reYNaers alumiNium sYstems

When Lee Valley White Water Centre opened its doors for the Olympic canoe and kayak slalom events last July those doors were Reynaers Aluminium Vision 50, designed for the highest levels of performance. Merging effortlessly within the tranquil setting of Lee Valley Regional Park, the Centre sits alongside the main lake overlooking the slalom courses, the largest of which is 300 metre long with a testing 5.5 metre descent of fast flowing, white water.In order to provide uninterrupted views across the venue FaulknerBrowns Architects, who specialise in work for the sports and leisure sector, designed a building that readily opens up with runs of Reynaers high insulation CW50-HI curtain walling looking out onto an expansive viewing deck. Access to the deck is via Vision 50 doors, in double door configuration, as is the main entrance and ground floor access points. CS68 tilt & turn windows are fitted throughout for enhanced ventilation.Offering the optimum combination of high insulation levels and optimal safety, Reynaers CS68, three-chamber, thermally insulated windows provide superior wind and water tightness. The Vision 50 doors are suitable for all installations where high volumes of usage are a necessity such as sports stadia, shopping centres, terminal buildings etc. www.reynaers.co.uk

Enquiry No 43


Wicona Roof Glazing Contributes To Stunning Performing Arts Auditorium At Yarm SchoolOne of the most impressive performing arts centres to be built at a school in the UK features a bespoke roof glazing solution from Wicona.

Designed by Associated Architects and built by Miller Construction, the Performing Arts Centre at Yarm School in the North East is a major component of the redevelopment of this co-educational private school. The new facilities include a double height entrance foyer with stunning views over the River Tees, a large fan-shaped centre for dance and drama, and a fully flexible auditorium capable of accommodating up to 800 people. Here, retractable seating allows this space to be used for a variety of functions, from examinations to concert performances.

The roof to the auditorium has a combination of square and shaped glass panels constructed using Wicona’s WICTEC 50 aluminium roof glazing system, creating a smooth radius of roof lights.

Commenting on the specification of the Wicona system, Barbora Bott, Project Architect at Associated Architects, said, “The use of roof glazing allows us to have good natural light penetrating deep inside the auditorium, and was a unique arrangement for this project. Light was important because the space has a range of functions. The WICTEC 50 system gave us the benefit of a bespoke roof

glazing solution with slim sections, excellent thermal performance and outstanding aesthetics. It complements both the vertical glazing on the project and the extensive use of wood finishes in the theatre very well. The end result is very effective.”

The WICTEC 50 roof glazing option has been engineered to create large unsupported spans and complex shapes such as domes, facets and pyramids on challenging and high specification architectural schemes. The system was developed to be simple to fabricate and install, saving time on site, and has highly efficient drainage, whether the requirement is for sloped glazing or more complex 3D glass roof constructions. A key design feature is that it uses penetrating transoms to achieve more effective drainage and avoid pooling of water which can result in water ingress.

The WICTEC 50 system is also sufficiently robust to meet project-specific requirements for glazed roofs such as wind and snow loads. It is a dry glazed system for water tightness without the need for sealants, and the WICTEC 50 FP option has a fire rating to 30 minutes. Other options for the system include structural glazing to give the roof construction the appearance of uninterrupted spans of glass, and integrated flush pressure plates which are less visible for further aesthetic appeal.

With more than two decades of experience in complex and bespoke aluminium façades and 10 years’ on-site experience in the UK and Ireland, Wicona offers a range of technically advanced façade systems which now includes unitised and stick curtain walling, structural and roof glazing, highly insulated window systems and heavy duty doors. www.wicona.co.uk

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Senior's Contribute To BREEAM's SuccessDespite the recession BREEAM continues to grow as specifiers understand the need to embrace sustainability. Senior Architectural Systems have been involved at early design stages in a substantial number of BREEAM projects with high performance facades, windows and doors, all of which have assisted with accreditation.

The Building Research Establishment have stated, “Statistics released at the end of 2012 for BREEAM suggest that developers and owners are continuing to treat sustainability as a priority, despite the tough economic climate,” says Richard Hardy, Managing Director of BRE Global, which develops and manages BREEAM. “They show that 2012 was a record year for BREEAM registrations and certifications. Since 1998 BREEAM has certified more than 16,000 projects, equating to over 250,000 buildings and in excess of 45 million m2 of floor area.

“We believe that one of the reasons for this continuing commitment to making buildings more sustainable,” says Hardy, “is the growing evidence that the greater efficiency and quality associated with sustainability is also helping to make such buildings more commercially successful.”

High performance fenestration systems are a crucial choice in the early design stages of a BREAM accredited project. Not only do the systems specified need to offer exceptional insulation but must also have excellent recycling attributes and offer a long and low maintenance life. Involvement of a facade specialist at the very early design stages will give the specifier choices as to which system will best suit the project, this will include the adoption of solar shading, natural ventilation systems, renewable technologies, et al. Systems companies such as Senior’s work closely with

other leading specialist companies who provide these technologies and together form a strategic alliance which can offer the specifier the most efficient solution for the project, saving both time and expense in the longer term.

The prime choices of fenestration material for BREEAM projects include aluminium and timber, both well respected, highly recyclable materials in their own right. Combining the best attributes of both offers a ‘composite product’, known as a ‘Hybrid’ system. Senior’s Hybrid products are designed to combine the long life and low maintenance of aluminium on the outside with the high insulation, environmentally focused benefits, of 100% PEFC accredited timber to the inside. All materials used in the Hybrid system’s construction are fully recyclable.

Senior’s Hybrid Series 3 high performance Curtain Walling was chosen by M&S for its new flagship store at Cheshire Oaks. The timber aluminium composite system perfectly complements the ‘Wave Style Roof’ built from over 1400m3 of 100% FSC-certified, curved Glulam timber beams. The new store may be the most high profile, sustainable, retail project ever undertaken to date which achieves a ‘BREEAM Excellent’ rating.

Thenewstore,designedbyAukettFitzroyRobinson(AFR),setsnewstandardsforsustainability in the UK retail sector and is the largest store for the retail giant outside London, covering a sales area of 18,100 m2. One of the reasons for the store’s low environmental impact is its extensive use of renewable materials. Senior’s Hybrid Curtain Wall reflects these design principles perfectly with its 100% recyclable timber and aluminium profiles.


The innovative and sustainable design approach adopted by AFR is in line with Marks & Spencer’s ‘Plan A’; a policy which aims to make them the most sustainable retailer in the world. Together with rainwater harvesting, LED low energy lighting, and roof insulation derived from recycled bottle glass, to name but a few, the store is one of the first to harness natural light. By using a large area of Hybrid Curtain Walling, with Cedar Wood Brise Soleil and north-facing Rooflights, the new store maximises the best use of indirect natural light. Not normally utilised in a retail environment, the use of natural light offers further energy savings which, in turn, helps with the attainment of further BREEAM points.

Property developers and owners are beginning to realise that BREEAM accredited buildings can achieve higher income revenue from leaseholders. Buildings not only save resources in running costs, but portray businesses as caring for the environment.As well as environmental benefits, a BREEAM assessed building offers reduced energy and running costs, higher potential income from rent, and improved staff productivity due to a more comfortable, productive working environment. There are also publicity benefits, including making buildings more lettable or saleable, demonstrating environmental commitments to customers and an ultimately an improved image for the building.

Natural ventilation solutions now replace costly ‘air conditioning’ and use optimally placed window vents coupled with window actuators and sophisticated computerised controls. Senior Architectural Systems have developed strategic alliances with companies providing these services, which allows building design to be optimised at an early stage. Window automation can include links with fire protection systems

to offer smoke control protection, ultimately leading to safer buildings, a legal pre-requisite for all building owners today. Window automation can also include such strategies such as ‘night purge’ ventilation which offers a complete air change when the building or office complex is unoccupied.

BREEAM accreditation has now been adopted by many countries in Europe and also further afield, thereby confirming the relevance of BREEAM certification. More recently BREEAM accreditation has been applied to existing buildings and is known as ‘BREEAM In-Use’. The scheme helps building managers reduce the running costs and improve the environmental performance of existing buildings. Using a assessment methodology and an independent certification process. Parts 1 and 2 of the BREEAM In-Use Certification Scheme are relevant to all non-domestic: commercial, industrial, retail and institutional buildings. Part 3 of the BREEAM In-Use certification scheme is currently restricted to offices.

Senior's understand the specifiers needs and can help in the attainment of a BREEAM rating in either a new project at early design stages, or an existing building where window replacement is required. Senior’s experienced Technical Field Managers are available across the UK to advise. Further information of Senior Architectural Systems products and support services visit their website at www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk

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a New Name iN alumiNium wiNDow, Door aND curtaiN walliNG sYstems

The AluK brand of aluminium window, door and curtain walling systems has been launched in the UK marketplace, offering innovation, performance and a global support network. Aluminium building systems manufacturer Blyweert Beaufort Aluminium Limited has been a leader in the design of window and door products in the UK for the past 20 years. In June 2012 the company was purchased and became part of the global AluK Group. From 8th April 2013 theUKbusinesshasbeenrebrandedAluK(GB)Limitedandwillnowoperateoffering two brands of performance aluminium products, the AluK brand of specification window, door and curtain walling systems and the Beaufort by AluK range of windows and doors for residential and light commercial applications. The company has now announced the launch of two new aluminium door systems and upgrades to the market leading 58BW window suite.

BSC70 Sliding Door System - this narrow sightline sliding door system has been designed to combine performance, aesthetic appeal and price, offering a solution for residential and commercial applications. Robust and of the highest quality construction, the system includes a wrap-round glazing system for ease of glazing and to provide minimal sight lines. GT55 TB Thermally Broken Door System - the combination of aluminium construction and a range of bespoke security and safety features make this one of the most secure fully glazed swing doors available on the market. Through the use of unique thermal break technology it offers improved thermal performance and is available in a wide range of colours, either single or dual. Structurally enhanced door framing, ultra secure, specialist glazing and the incorporation of high security single and multi-point mechanical dead locks ensures maximum levels of security can be achieved, soon to be added to our Secured by Design scheme license. 58BW ST Steel Replacement Window System - the AluK 58BW ST Steel Replacement Window system has become very popular in the refurbishment of residential and commercial properties where there is a desire to maintain the traditional look of steel windows but improve performance at a lower cost. All systems are Kitemarked under BS4873 for performance, tested to PAS 24:2012 and certified under the Secured by Design scheme. www.aluk.co.uk

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rural farm sHoP Goes automateD

FAAC A100 Compact sliding doors have been installed at Newlyns Farm Shop, Hampshire to complete the construction of a new foyer at the front of the building. These slimline, double sliding doors now provide a stylish welcome for visitors to the shop.Chartwell Doors and Security Solutions Ltd carried out the installation. Ken Norish said “Originally there wasn’t a proper welcome area for the farm shop so it was important to create an energy efficient, automated entry system. The optional battery backup guarantees 30 minutes continuous use in the event of a power failure - extremely important in a retail environment”At only 100mm high, the A100 is one of the smallest automatic door operators available and is available with the option of single or double leaf doors. It’s been designed for reliable, continuous operation in areas of high traffic, even where space is limited. www.faac.co.uk www.chartwell-limited.com

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iNterior Glass cPD semiNar receives seal of aPProval from riBa

GLASSOLUTIONS is offering architects and designers the opportunity to advance their knowledge with its new RIBA approved CPD seminar on interior glass specification. The 45 minute seminar by the Saint-Gobain group company gives detailed information about recommended glass types, the latest regulations and numerous applications for interior glass within buildings.Initially available to customers in the South East of England and the Midlands, the seminar explains the key points relating to glass specification for interior applications. The RIBA approved CPD seminar follows the development by GLASSOLUTIONS of an online interactive interior glass too. www.glassolutions.co.ukFor further details or to book a CPD seminar contact [email protected] or visit www.ribacpd.com

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low-eNerGY eNtraNce for eoN

Upgrading facilities for staff and visitors to the E.ON headquarters in Coventry, TORMAX recently installed a prestigious 3-wing revolving entrance. With user-friendly functionality, the contemporary door is powered by the technologically advanced Universal 5201 drive. This high specification operator automatically captures system-specific data to ensure unchanging and safe motion control at all times. Further improving access, TORMAX upgraded the existing swing doors either side of the main entrance. These are powered by TORMAX iMotion 1301 low energy operators that benefit from motors with no abrading parts, delivering exceptional reliability and an impressive lifespan.A market leader, TORMAX sustainable operators are the result of over 60 years experience in the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of automated entrance solutions. In addition to being energy efficient, TORMAX entrances are renowned for their exceptional reliability, significantly reducing maintenance down-time and negating the need for replacement units for many years to come. The new E.ON revolving entrance efficiently minimises the risk of bottlenecks occurring at busy times and also helps maintain the ambient temperature of the lobby area, cutting heat lost from the building and contributing to lower energy requirements. The swing door to one side allows easy accessibility for less able staff or visitors whilst the other door is linked to the fire alarm, providing an additional emergency evacuation route. www.tormax.co.uk

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GilGeN roleGarD securitY sHutter first to acHieve lPs1175, level 4 certificatioN

Gilgen Doors Systems have launched a new Security Roller Shutter, the Rolegard SR4, which is the first door of its type to achieve LPS1175, Issue 7, Level 4 certification. Additionally the company has added two further models to the Rolegard™ range, providing protection for operations facing medium, high and very high security risks.Tested by BRE* against anti-jacking, prising, gouging, impact, cutting and drilling, the new Rolegard shutters achieve LPS1175 issue 7, security rating 2, 3 and 4. This means they have passed an independent test which simulates a sustained attack using a variety of tools. The shutters are particularly suitable for securing high value storage applications.The Rolegard range consists of three models, SR2, SR3 and SR4 which can be tailored to customer needs including fitment of different profiles and thermal and acoustic insulation. The heavy duty

SR3 and SR4 models also feature hurricane rated wind resistance profiles suitable for exposed locations. Thermal insulation ranges from 3.8w/m2/k to 4.4 w/m2/k, depending on the model, and blast resistance up to 3kpa can also be achieved. All models are electrically operated and feature optional automatic bolts and rapid operation.Rolegard security shutters comply with insurance, ‘Police Preferred’ and ‘Secured by Design’ standards and can be used as a stand-alone system or integrated into a more sophisticated, layered security solution. Further information on the new Rolegard range can be found in ‘The Red Book’, the LPCB’s list of approved fire and security products under ‘Intruder resistant building components, strong points’.www.gilgendoorsystems.co.uk

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armourcoat PreseNts koNcrete® fiNisHes at DxArmourcoat will be launching new colours and finishes at DX, part of the May DesignSeries(standR18,ExCeL,London,19-21May).DXwillbeco-locatedwithkbb LDN, INTERIORS LDN and The ARC Show, presenting a new commercial contract and retail event for London’s architectural, interior design and high-end retail communities. Armourcoat will be presenting new ranges of colours and finishes, including ‘Armourcoat KonCrete®’ - an urban range of polished plaster effects designed for contemporary projects. The finish presents a wealth of design options to achieve a distinctive modern look, including distressed effects or recessed 'shutter' markings. The company will also present ‘SMG’ - a super luxury finish with the appearance of a seamless high-gloss lacquer, and ‘Striated’ - a natural looking effect which emulates raw silk. www.armourcoat.com

Enquiry No 51

savile row accessories, tailor maDe BY HamiltoNRenowned for its comprehensive range of decorative electrical wiring accessories and audio and lighting controls, Hamilton Litestat has a design and finish to suit every style of interior from ultra contemporary to heritage restoration. However, Hamilton’s in-house ‘Savile Row’ design and manufacturing service also produces bespoke accessories tailored to individual briefs. Hamilton’s expert in-house team will work with you to create special wiring accessories. This includes creating bespoke wiring accessories to complement a new collection of architectural ironmongery supplied by Hamilton from artisan Italian brand Giara®. The luxury door handles are cast in sand moulds using a technique dating from 5,000 BC and finished by hand; each one possessing a unique individual character. As part of the Savile Row service, Hamilton’s team can create complementary switch plates and sockets in the style of the Giara handles’ unique finishes; perfect for high end projects. www.hamilton-litestat.com

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waterProof sHower uNDer-tile BY marmox

Ten Pilates, with five studios in some of the most prestigious areas in Central and West London have just opened a new studio in Hatton Garden which offers clients a dynamic energising exercise programme in the very smartest of surroundings.To maintain these high standards they instructed Main Contractor Boxx Projects to design and install five new shower cubicles, two for male users and three for female. Boxx’s plan for the new cubicles naturally started with basics – a means of providing a fully waterproof under-tile layer with high thermal insulation. Lightweight, easily handled Marmox Showerlay sheets perfectly answered these criteria and also offered ample strength to support the heaviest of floor tiles.Showerlay is manufactured with a polystyrene core and a double-reinforced surface compatible with all major tile adhesives. For the Ten Pilates contract preformed Showerlay sheets 1000mm square proved ideal and their built-in thin stainless steel sheet completely protected the centrally placed drains. The shower cubicle design at the Hatton Garden studio is delightful, with large-headed power showers set in well-appointed light coloured cubicles floored with anti-slip white mosaic tiles and the shower cubicle walls are in Newstone Beige tiles. The shower room itself has walls in a white finish with large matching floor tiles of Rock Anthracite installed by Tilers Trade Direct. Boxx’s attention to detail is underlined by the cubicles’ stainless steel central drainage grills made by Aqua Innovations, where the design incorporates the Ten Pilates logo with ‘TEN’ in large capitals at the bottom. www.marmox.co.uk

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kuBex ‘kiNGstoN’ Pivot sHower PoD - Pre-assemBleD aND reliaBlY leakProof

The new look Kingston Pivot Shower Pod from Kubex, being constructed in the company’s East Yorkshire facility, delivers a unique quick and simple to install shower cubicle, that requires no on-site assembly.Stylish modern lines, a semi frameless door and over 20 years of expertise combine to offer the optimum showering solution.Arriving ready for immediate installation and use, the unit will accept any mixer or electric shower, it is suitable for any floor construction with the addition of the legs and plinth kit included and requires no disruptive building works or timely assembly. The Kingston Pivot Shower Pod offers a choice of left hand or right hand pivot opening in toughened safety glass. With 22mm composite walls, integrated bottle shelf, riser rail and handset holder, installation can be completed in minutes. Measuring 785mmx705mm, the unit will pass through a standard 762mm door and is the ultimate retro-it shower pod available. The design and fabrication of a Kubex cubicle ensures the ultimate lightweight, rigid and robust shower pod fit for any application. kubex.co.uk

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stYle’s HiGH imPact PartitioNiNG for luxurY loNDoN Hotel

Complementing the stunning interior of the new ME hotel in central London, Style was contracted to divide the main conference room using a number of DORMA Huppe Variflex sliding partitions finished in a striking combination of wood veneer and fabric. Working with architects, Foster & Partners and contractors Mivan, this high specification installation

benefited from Style’s careful attention to detail, delivering a high quality partitioning solution that allows the 300-guest ME Room to be divided into multiple facilities capable of accommodating much smaller groups. Perfectly offsetting the wood veneer and fabric finish to the partitioning, stainless steel foot plates protect each panel when in operation. Style also incorporated a Flush Telescopic Panel giving each moveable partitioning wall a seamless line when in place, ensuring no section juts out where the final connection is made; a feature that makes a vast difference when the elegance of a room is vital. Providing easy access between divided rooms, Style installed both a single and double pass door into the moveable wall.

DORMA Huppe Variflex partitioning system has the advantage that the panels are constructed separately from the frame, allowing far greater scope for creative interior design. Making Variflex a sustainable solution in the long term, this feature allows individual panels to be replaced if they become damaged over time or the finish can be updated to match décor changes. www.style-partitions.co.uk

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Mosaics Get The Blues In Latest Best CollectionThe peacock, a favourite artistic motif that dates back to ancient Greek and Roman mosaics, which was popularised again by the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements, is the inspiration behind artist Veronica Tommasin’s latest designs, for Trend’s inimitable glass mosaic ‘Best Collection’. Composed of thousands of micro mosaic tesserae, in the classic tradition, Tommasin’s designs are translated by Italian tilemaker Trend into decorative mosaic modules, using digital technology. To achieve the exact shades envisaged by the artist, Trend has even produced two new fused glass tiles, Brillante 276 and Brillante 277, which are rich, dusty Wedgwood blues.

Trend’s new Best Collection ‘artistic decorations’ comprise Peacock, a Peacock White variation, and an almost equally favoured floral motif, Gardenia. A refined exercise in style, the deceptively simple Gardenia design is made up from a total of 17 different Vitreo and Brillante 1cm x 1cm tile colours in the white-blue spectrum.

As with the earlier monochromatic Best Collection launched last summer, the latest executions by Italian artist and designer Tommasin are precisely replicated in 1 x 1 glass mosaic tiles, employing advanced CAD software. The micro mosaic format minimises the pixelated effect on complex mosaics such as this, especially when

used with colour-matched grout lines, enabling an ornamental style akin to painting and textiles. Underlining the range of shades available in Trend’s 1 x 1 colour themes, the various blues, whites and lustrous black have been selected from the semi-transparent Vitreo collection and the coloured glass Brillante range, which is enriched with sparkling veins of enamel and avventurina stone.

Featured for centuries in mosaics, frescoes, paintings and graphic art as a symbol of wealth, beauty, royalty and rebirth, the peacock has also been depicted by such comparatively modern names as William Morris, James Whistler and Aubrey Beardsley. Following a strong artistic tradition, Tommasin’s Peacock combines this regal creature with a floral motif in an ornate repeat pattern, creating a sumptuous Wedgwood-like effect. It incorporates just five different 1 x 1 tile colours and is supplied in modules of 105cm x 158cm in size, for combining into murals or using as mosaic panels.

Peacock White incorporates a similar design in just three tile colours, Brillante 280 white and Brillante 275 and 277 tones of blue, giving a more modern, possibly oriental decorative treatment. Again, the standard module size is 105cm x 158cm.

Gardenia features a simple flower motif emerging from the background colour, the use of seventeen different Vitreo and Brillante designs emphasising the precise rendition made possible by modern computer techniques. Measuring 158cm x 158cm, each Gardenia mosaic module contains nearly 25,000 individual tiles, although thanks to the polyurethane web backing these minute tesserae are comparatively quick and easy to install, with a perfect finish assured.

Suitable for use in living rooms, dining areas, hallways and kitchens, Trend’s Best Collection offers all the outstanding technical properties and long-lasting qualities of authentic glass mosaic, including resistance to heat, burns, sunlight, frost, water and chemicals. In line with Trend’s wholehearted commitment to sustainability, the 4mm thick Vitreo and Brillante tiles are made using up to 59% post-consumer recycled glass, combining a classic tradition with modern eco-friendly technology. The latest additions to the Best Collection suite are available from authorised Trend stockists from £490 per square metre.

Enquiries to Trend GB, 28 Decimus Park, Kingstanding Way, Tunbridge Wells TN2 3GP, telephone 01892 509690, email [email protected]

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Granite Transformations Helps Double The Kitchen In TV ProjectIt's tougher than ever for homeowners to move up the property ladder, which has prompted most people to adopt an 'improve not move' mindset, focusing on home improvement instead. Channel 4 series 'Double Your House For Half The Price', hosted by Sarah Beeny, takes this one stage further, showing viewers how to make the most of property they already own, by extending every which way and maximising their living space.

Home makeover experts, Granite Transformations, which makes and installs replacement work surfaces and cabinet doors for kitchens and bathrooms, is at the forefront of the 'improve not move' trend, typically transforming customers' properties in just a day or so. Thus it welcomed an opportunity to become involved in an expansive rebuild project for Double Your House., supplying its best-selling Black Star worktop material and Brillante'mosaics on a mattress' splashbacks for a major kitchen extension in Hinckley, Leicestershire.

House owner Mark Ricketts wrote to GT asking for help with the new breakfast bar and kitchen units, at the suggestion of Sarah Beeny, who used Granite Transformations' material on her Rise Hall

renovation and loves the brilliant finish. Mark was looking for something 'black with sparkles', which more or less described Black Star, a deep black recycled glass finish with fragments of mirror fleck that actually sparkle under halogen lighting.

Living in what Sarah Beeny described as 'an undersized home for quite a big plot', Mark and wife Francesca took the TV programme's advice and added huge extensions at the side and rear of the home, virtually doubling its size and adding substantially to the value. The kitchen was brought through into the rear extension, creating a huge open plan living space with bi-fold glazed patio doors and a large roof light admitting massive amounts of natural daylight.

The open plan kitchen-diner is zoned by a large breakfast bar, which divides the living space and allows for informal eating and family chat. The diamond-polished black worktops work well with the extensive glass mosaic splashbacks, plain white kitchen units, and black glazed appliances.

As with all of its domestic makeovers, Granite Transformations' own fitters undertook the installation work, first measuring up and templating the worktops, then carrying out the installation work and laying the mosaic tiles, all within a single day, in line with the tight filming schedule. The high recycled content of the composite glass surfaces, including the mosaic tiles, also attuned with Mark's interest in 'all things green', additionally demonstrated in solar roof panels and eco-friendly underfloor heating installed in the new extension.

The finished effect is supremely stylish, whether viewed from within or outside the glazed extension, and Mark, Francesca and show presenter Sarah were highly satisfied with the outcome. What's more, Granite Transformations also provides a lifetime warranty on the materials. www.granitetransformations.co.uk

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Introducing Contemporary Display Cabinets And Counters From The Shopkit GroupDesign, innovation, attention to detail and high quality manufacture are the core values of the Shopkit Group, and these especially apply to our cabinet range. We offer contemporary frameless display cabinets and counters in a variety of materials, beautifully finished with high quality satin and mirror polished stainless steel and satin anodised aluminium components, all designed and manufactured by us in the UK.

Refined detailing and minimalist construction define this range, which feature lockable doors and integrated low-voltage lighting with discrete transformers, secured beneath their base. They are elegant yet robust and they are designed to suit all types of interior applications, including office, retail, museums, hospitality and contemporary home environments.

Recently, some of our most popular cabinet designs are now available to purchase online, with all you require to install them onsite. http://shop.shopkit.com

Made to Measure options availableWe can also customise our existing range, as well as design, manufacture and install many other different styles of cabinets and counters to suit all types of interior applications, for further details pleasecontactourSalesTeamon+44(0)1923818282oremailuson [email protected] www.shopkit.com

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aPD offers HiGH securitY access ProDucts

AccessPanelsDirect(APD)hasrecentlyobtainedseveralordersfortheir anti–ligature type access panels. These are used in organisations such as prisons, police stations and secure hospitals where a high security access hatch is required that is both tamper proof and anti-ligature proof.APD can manufacture a high security product to a wide variety of sizes and specifications in both non fire rated and fire rated versions. When fire rated panels are fitted, they have the extra advantage of a three way locking system as standard which can be supplied with a Euro profile lock insert for added security. The Euro profile lock insert can be easily removed on site and replaced with the client’s own lock system. APD metal door range of access panels are the most frequently ordered product as they require no extra finishing once fitted, and can be supplied with a picture frame surround or beaded frame for tape and skimming on site. Available in standard and bespoke sizes, APD’s products have been specially designed to allow easy access to any void behind a ceiling or wall. They come in a variety of materials, including metal door and plasterboard door and with a beaded frame or picture frame for a dry or wet finish. APD also offers tile faced, plastic, stainless steel, as well as circular ceiling access panels. APD allows you to choose from a range of options, including one and two hour fire rated, acoustic rated, air tight, insulated, RAL 9010 20% gloss polyester powder coated and a variety of locking options. Order by 12.00pm midday and you can have any standard stock item delivered to your door the next working day anywhere in mainland UK. www.accesspanelsdirect.net

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it’s all wHite from comPacAbsolute Blanc from COMPAC is probably the most vibrant, pure white technological quartz worksurface on the market today. It offers superb consistency of colour, is extremely hard wearing, highly resistant to heat, scratches, staining and is very

easy to clean and maintain. Absolute Blanc has a timeless elegance that provides the kitchen designer with the opportunity to create a truly stunning kitchen environment, its purity of colour allows it to blend perfectly with contemporary or traditional kitchen units and wallcoverings. Absolute Blanc is part of a range of quartz worksurfaces from COMPAC that is suitable for many applications from domestic kitchens to cafés, bars, restaurants and hotels. www.compac.es

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iNNovatioN iN steel wcs: aNotHer first from fraNke wasHroom sYstemsThe inclusion of an innovative single-piece P-Trap and an improved shape to the bowl in all Franke Washrooms Systems’ WCs means each one is quicker to manufacturer and as a result delivers a tangible cost saving on the retail price on all models of up to 5%. Improvements to the design, created by a new integral single-piece P-Trap replacing the previously three-piece assembly, is expected to provide the very best flush performance at 6 or 4 litre and dual-flush. Effective from April 1st the new P-Trap and bowl design will be on all WCs in the Franke Washrooms Systems line-up including the floor-standing and wall-hung units. The new trap and bowl design will also feature on all prison combination units, disabled-access and bariatric WCs. The new WCs have been manufactured in accordance with British Standards EN 997:2012 ensuring suitability for inclusion in the most hardwearing environments and guaranteeing performance.

Andy Dukelow, managing director of Franke Washroom Systems, explains: “we have been producing stainless steel catering and washroom products for over 200 years and our team are committed to developing products that support water conservation and provide maximum energy efficiency. This is a terrific illustration of how creative thinking can deliver savings and benefits in all ways.”[email protected]. www.franke-ws.com

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staNNaH – creatiNG access to arts & eNtertaiNmeNtA Stannah Midilift XLplus platform lift is making sure that people of all mobility levels can access the varied arts and entertainments on offer in the recently renovated John Peel Centre of Creative Arts in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Housed in the 19th-century Corn Exchange, the venue is named after John Peel, the legendary English disk jockey, radio presenter and journalist. It is now a

community hotspot of eclectic and non-elitist cultural activities and events, with the Midilift XLplus supporting its goal ‘to see more members of the community able to participate in and enjoy the benefits of pursuing their own artistic endeavours and supporting the efforts of others’.Traction-driven at a speed of 0.15m/s over a distance of 2960mm, the Midilift XLplus provides access between ground and the new mezzanine levels. It looks and behaves more like a conventional passenger

lift but its running costs are noticeably lower which helps the centre to run cost-effectively. The lift car is finished in light grey vinyl skin plate and features a stainless steel dado rail, a half-height mirror on the rear wall, and slate-effect flooring. Safety features include lacquered-beech, 30-minute fire doors, an intercom communication system, full-height light ray and safety edge entrance protection. Although all the platform lifts in the Midilift range are supplied in structure-supported enclosures for easy installation, this Midilift XLplus was adapted to fit the existing lift shaft by removing the steel infill panels from the enclosure. Further requirements included a headroom of 2500mm and a 70mm pit to facilitate level floor access. www.stannahlifts.co.uk

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Enquiry No 64

Decoflame® e-riBBoN fire

Since 2007, Decoflame has become the synonym for Danish Design and Craftsmanship on the market for bioethanol fireplaces. Comprising a large variety of both standard and made to measure bioethanol fireplace models, the decoflame® range of fires are amongst the safest and most stylish currently available.In February 2012, the Denmark-based manufacturer introduced a second generation of electronically controlled ethanol-fuelled burner – the decoflame® e-RibbonFire(patentpending).Featuringcutting-edge technology, this remotely controlled burner can be installed as a

stand-alone drop-down unit or as part of the decoflame® made to measure built-in bioethanol fireplace models Montreal and Orlando. The decoflame® e-Ribbon Fire combines ease of installation and operation with functional safety, introducing the joy and warmth of a real open fire to domestic and commercial fireplace applications without the need for a flue or chimney. www.decoflame.com

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reGiNox lauNcHes New siNk raNGe for commercial aPPlicatioNs

Reginox has launched a brand new range of products aimed specifically at the commercial market, where stainless steel sinks and worksurfaces are required. The Regi-Commercial Hygienic range is a collection of sinks, taps and worksurfaces that have been purpose-designed to meet the needs of areas where, due to high frequency usage, hygienic stainless steel products are often a prerequisite.The range includes stainless steel sinks available with or without overflow and stainless steel worksurfaces that can include integrated sinks or washroom vanity bowls. A range of taps from leading supplier Pegler, including lever action options for the less mobile, also form part of the offer. All sinks come with waste, clips, seals and fitting packs and carry comprehensive guarantees. www.reginox.co.uk

Enquiry No 67

a kemmlit classic

Timeless, elegant and straight profiled lines are the key attributes of Kemmlit’s Classic Cell cubicle system designed by leading German architects Regine Leibinger and Frank Barkow.Featuring 42mm thick smooth surfaced welted doors and sound reducing floor to ceiling dividing partitions, the Classic Cell’s concealed edges and recessed leg supports produce an elegant yet functional design that creates the unique impression that the cubicles are ‘floating’ above the floor without support. Its robust construction makes it the ideal choice for all types of washroom layouts, from a single cubicle requirement or rows of cubicles. Kemmlit, who have over 125 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of cubicle and locker systemsoffertheClassicCellinarangeofcolours,finishes(stainlesssteelfeatured)andaccessories.TheClassicCellandthecompleterangeofhighperformance Kemmlit cubicles and locker systems are exclusively available in the UK from Skirmett-Washrooms who also provide a design, project management and installation service. www. skirmett-washrooms.co.uk

Enquiry No 65

A new updated and expanded brochure has been launched by Encasement, which covers the company’s complete range of boiler casing, pipe-boxing and pipe protection products for social housing, private residential and education alongside a range of other key sectors. The new PDF brochure combines core information on key features and benefits for each product, as well as a range of project images and product specification data, which provides details on materials, finishes, sizes and fixings, as well as schematic diagrams and the available accessories. The new brochure also provides information on the company’s extensive range of pipe boxing accessories as well as pipe collars and boiler casing document wallets. www.encasement.co.uk

Enquiry No 66

New PiPe BoxiNG aND Boiler casiNG BrocHure from eNcasemeNt

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Founders Collection Launched In Celebration Of Kährs’ HeritageKährs has introduced a new collection of rustic one-strip floors. A celebration of Kährs’ Swedish tradition and fine craftsmanship, the Founders Collection includes eight new oak designs and joins Kährs Original Range. Each floor is named after a member of the Kährs’ family, that founded the company in 1857, and features a stunning combination of hand-crafted finishing treatments.Designs within Kährs Founders Collection include Oak Fredrik, Gustaf, Olof, Sture, Johan and Ulf. Each board measures 2420x187x15mm and has an individually-toned Nature oil prefinish. Heavy brushing, handscraping and smoking emphasise the lively grained timber and tactile finish, whilst a distinct bevelled edge complements the boards’ single plank format.

All floors from the new Founders Collection feature Kährs ethical, high performance construction. Based on Kährs original design, patented in 1941, the award-winning construction uses sustainable hardwood down to the joint only, with fast-growing timber below. This design, alongside Kährs Woodloc® joint, provides greater stability, promotes fast installation and eliminates gapping throughout the lifetime of the floor. Floors are finished with water-based stains and solvent-free oil and can be laid on most dry, level surfaces – and over underfloor heating systems. www.kahrs.co.uk

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Forbo Launches The Next Generation Of MarmoleumForbo Flooring Systems has launched the Next Generation of Marmoleum, its largest ever linoleum collection, giving specifiers access to a fascinating world of colour and design and offering floor coverings to complement and enhance the interiors of the buildings of today and tomorrow.

Next Generation Marmoleum combines design, ecological and economic values that help bring modern architecture to life. Its pure, natural characteristics make it ideal for specifiers seeking a high quality, long-lasting floor covering solution, as part of a sustainable building design. Made from 97% natural raw materials, 72% rapidly renewable and 43% recycled content, Marmoleum has a proven low environmental impact production process, according to independent Life Cycle Assessment criteria.

Next Generation Marmoleum comprises four new collections, delivering new design directions with a wide choice of colour combinations for rich, warm, refined and contemporary looks. The Marbled Collection includes stimulating new brights and bolds, while the Solid range has been substantially extended to offer an extensive choice of understated, neutral colourway options. The Linear range makes for a strong design statement, whereas the Patterned Collection includes both stunning monochromatic tones and more outspoken colours for playful combinations.

The breadth of shades available is unrivalled. The Marmoleum colour spectrum is unique due to the manufacturing process that subtly creates

the structure of the design, continually fashioning random, all-over patterns that never show any repeat.

With a life expectancy of at least 30 years, Next Generation Marmoleum now includes Topshield2, a double layer water-based finish, delivering exceptional floor performance. This unique finish provides a highly effective protection against scuffing and dirt, whilst offering effective resistance to stains and chemicals, resulting in reduced cleaning and maintenance requirements.

Angus Fotheringhame, General Manager at Forbo Flooring Systems comments: “The classic surface of Marmoleum is even more relevant today as a result of its authenticity and versatility. It’s a product with a rich heritage and a bright sustainable future. By choosing Marmoleum you create better environments today, tomorrow, forever.”www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/NGM

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a BriGHter & loNGer lastiNG aPPearaNce tHaNks to evercare™Gerflor is launching a brand new collection in the Mipolam Esprit range, a high performance homogeneous flooring that is available with a modern look and matt finish. The Mipolam Esprit vinyl floor covering is ideal for coping with heavy traffic in busy public areas. The new Mipolam Esprit is impressively durable and now even easier to maintain, with a new formulation that makes it lighter in weight without compromising on the technical performance of the floor covering. Treated with Gerflor’s exclusive and patented Evercare™ surface treatment, the vinyl is scuff resistant and needs no waxing or polishing to maintain its appearance and colour brightness for years.The combination of Evercare™ and anti-bacterial and fungicidal treatments also ensures that stains such as blood and iodine can be safely and hygienically removed with a minimum of water and detergent. With a Group T wear rating and available in rolls, Mipolam Esprit comes in a selection of 24 new colours in a balance of natural tones and stronger accents. Made with a minimum of 25 per cent recycled products, Mipolam Esprit is 100 per cent recyclable. www.Gerflor.co.uk

Enquiry No 70

Howe GreeN’s HiNGeD Hse 75 meets GermaN DemaND for PrecisioN eNGiNeeriNGAn unerring reputation for excellence has always given German manufacturing the competitive edge. Their appreciation of precision engineering and quality is renowned the world over, making it all the more flattering for Howe Green products to have received such a surge of interest from the German market in recent months. Commanding all the attention from German specifiers is , Howe Green’s aluminium hinged access cover for hard floor finishes. This high performance access cover is ideally suited for construction projects where a heavier loading combined with the need for regular access is required and health and safety is paramount. Suitable for all hard floor finishes including ceramic tiles, marble, terrazzo, concrete, resin, wood or parquet, the HSE 75 is flexible, durable and ultimately reliable. It is manufactured to order using a unique Howe Green system and even non-standard sizes can be supplied without time delay or surcharge for bespoke manufacturing.

HSE 75 Features:• Highqualityhingedaccesscoverwithgasspringsandinternal/externalreleaselatchesforfrequentaccesstounder-floorbuildingservices.• Canbefittedquicklyandunobtrusivelyintoalltypesofhardfloorfinishincludingceramictiles,marble,terrazzo,concrete,resin,woodorparquet.• Uniquelydesignedcoversectionsaretaperedforeasyremovalandframesectionsgiveagoodkeytobeddingmortar.• Topsealonaluminiumcovershelpspreventdirt,groutorgrindingwastepenetratingjointsbetweenthecoverandframe.Doublesealedoptionalsoavailable.• Liftingblocksareanchoredtotheinnerframe.Stainlesssteelsecuringboltsarestilettoheelproof• ManufacturedtoorderwithnopricepremiumordeliverydelayandtoqualitystandardBSENISO9001www.howegreen.co.uk

Enquiry No 72

sika lauNcH uNiQue BasemeNt waterProofiNG sYstem

The lack of obtainable land throughout the UK has led to an increase in basement construction. Whilst this trend enables the owner and specifier the flexibility to design in an innovative way,

the penetration of water and vapour into the basement areas can cause various issues. In response to this, Sika Limited have introduced SikaProof® A, a unique basement waterproofing system. SikaProof® A is a totally new concept in membrane design.The membrane surface of SikaProof® A is embossed with a grid pattern, which contains a sealant and is topped by a thin layer of fleece. It is designed to be used in basement waterproofing to line base slabs and walls before fresh concrete is poured on top. SikaProof® A is fully bonded to the concrete, with its layer of fleece forming a mechanical bond to the concrete when it dries. The grid pattern is also unique. It offers additional protection, due to the integrated sealant, which bonds tightly with the surface of the concrete, forming mini watertight compartments. www.sikaconcreteadmixtures.co.uk

Enquiry No 71

sika sarNafil is Bim reaDY

SikaSarnafilisBuildingInformationModelling(BIM)readyand has become the first flat roofing brand to add its objects to the national BIM Library. Sika, the single ply roofing brand’s parent company, is an early responder to the Government Construction Strategy, which requires detailed BIM information, documentation and data on all projects by 2016. Specifiers, designers and contractors can now visit the BIM Library to freely download over 20 BIM objects for typical Sika Sarnafil flat roofing systems, from adhered and mechanically fastened roofs, to ballasted and green roofs.Importantly, Sika’s BIM objects have been created in conjunction with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA),ensuringtheircompatibilitywiththevastmajorityof current software packages used by designers and specifiers. These include Autodesk Revit, ArchiCAD, Vectorworks and Bentley as well as the neutral Industry FoundationClass(IFC)softwareforexportoffilesbetweendifferentpackages.Martin Bidewell, technical services manager for Sika’s single ply roofing division, has been managing the implementation of BIM and says that the company has been committed to the strategy from the start. “The success of BIM relies on a collaborative approach and the sharing of project data through the supply chain. And so, as an innovative and marketing leading company, Sika chose to invest in BIM well before the 2016 deadline because we believe this is the future of building.”Sika Sarnafil BIM objects can be downloaded from the National BIM Library – www.nationalbimlibrary.com/sika-sarnafil – and are also available on request from Sika Sarnafil.

Enquiry No 76

tHere’s certaiNtY iN certificatioN witH uNiliN roof PaNelsUNILIN Structural Insulated Roof Panels provide developers and architects with highly efficient roof constructions that are fully complaint with all UK building regulations. Factory manufactured to exacting tolerances, UNILIN roof panels achieveBBAapproval(No.02/3897),ensuringcompliancewithTheBuildingRegulationsforEngland(2010),Wales(2010),Scotland(2004)andNorthernIreland(2000).TheBBA approval has considered the strength and stability, fire behaviour, weathertightness, condensation, thermal performance, airtightness and durability, finding UNILIN roof panels as fit for their intended use. Offering a range of solutions, including UNIPUR roof panels and UNISPAN sandwich roof panels and a system developed specifically to maintain the traditional style of UK homes.www.unilininsulation.com

Enquiry No 73

kloBer uNiversal solar PaNel suPPort PreveNts tile cracks For Greenbuild 2013, Klober on Stand E1 will be launching the Venduct® Uniplus Solar Panel Support. This has been designed to remove any stress on roof tiles or slates caused by PV rail fixings. The support is made from cast iron and has a hole pattern to provide fixing flexibility. It is compatible with most clay and concrete roof tiles including plain tiles, natural slates and fibre-cement slates and usable on pitches from 15°- 65°. A base slate or tile avoids any need for tile modification while adaptors enable

the Panel Support to be used with a wide variety of PV rail systems. The product has been tested by the TÜV Rheinland Photovoltaic Testing Laboratory and by the LGA for load bearing capacity. www.klober.co.uk

Enquiry No 74

metrotile liGHtweiGHt roofiNG: tHe future Proof roofMetrotile Lightweight Roofing is a durable lightweight roofing solution that has can be found on a variety of building projects worldwide. The UK branch was established at the turn of the century and Metrotile can now be found on a variety UK rooftops from large school projects, to home conservatories.The future proof roof’s success is attributed to a profile design that weighs just a seventh of comparable roofing products such as slate or clay. Pressed from the highest quality Aluzinc-coated steel and covered with an acrylic and stone-based coating, a Metrotile roof manages to outweigh the benefits of traditional roofing products in field ssuch as weather and vandal resistance without compromising on aesthetics. www.metrotile.co.uk

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VMZINC Standing Seam For Youth Centre ‘Caterpillar’ RoofThe landmark £4.7 million lottery-funded MyPlace Havering youth centre project, designed by Jacobs Architecture, is one of few buildings in the UK so far to achieve a ‘zero carbon’ rating. Jacobs' sustainability engineers were tasked with ‘maximising the site's potential' by building it with the lowest-possible carbon footprint.Tasked with meeting such demanding environmental and sustainability criteria they specified a standing seam VMZINC, caterpillar-shaped roof in pre-weathered Quartz-Zinc®. This provides a highly distinctive feature in its own right while complementing the exterior timber façade, aggregate cladding panels and exposed beams. The building has also achieved a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating.Senior Project Architect Shelley Smith commented, “The council’s aspiration was for the building to be out of the ordinary, so we suggested it should be ‘zero carbon, with the electricity generated through use of solar PV panels on the roof. The concept received widespread support, with the local authority meeting additional costs beyond the grant received from the Big Lottery Fund.The additional £200,000 covered higher specification windows, photovoltaics and insulation. We went for a passive design approach to minimise the operational energy used, so the building has 250mm wall insulation, thick foam panels on the zinc roof, and high-spec double glazing. The roof overhang has also been designed to provide solar shading”.

The architects developed a brief with stakeholders who, in addition to primary users included a local radio station, Link FM, and the Prospects graduate careers centre. Shelley Smith added, ‘I met about 15 teenagers aged between 14 and19 and worked the design through with them. The caterpillar came out of 3D modelling - but it is also a metaphor for what it provides - change and development.”Due to the combination of sustainability, low maintenance and colour retention VMZINC pre-weathered roofing and façade systems are now specified for projects of extreme diversity. Complex standing seam cold or warm roofs can be created on pitches of as little as 3°. VMZINC PLUS is used to provide a compact warm roof which requires no underside ventilation. The total investment in MyPlace schemes now stands at £273m, provided by the Department for Children, Schools and Families and delivered by the Big Lottery Fund, with 70 separate projects now confirmed. www.vmzinc.co.uk

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Foremans Supplies Interim Classrooms To Help Meet Increasing Demand For Primary School Places In LondonForemans Relocatable Building Systems, the UK’s largest supplier of pre-owned Portakabin buildings, has supplied two interim teaching buildings to primary schools in the London Borough of Newham, just eight weeks from receipt of order.

North Beckton Primary and Colegrave School each had a need for two self-contained temporary classrooms while redevelopment works are carried out to meet the rising demand for school places.

North Beckton Primary has been taken from two to three form entry, increasing the number of places from 60 to 90. A double classroom block is now in use for the next two years until a new permanent building is constructed.

Commenting on the project, Manjit Rai, Head Teacher at North Beckton Primary, said, “Feedback about the interim classrooms from teaching staff and the parents of children in year four who are now using them has been very positive. The rooms are large, warm, comfortable and rather lovely! Everyone is happy with their accommodation and we would recommend the approach to other schools with similar needs.”

The Building Surveyor at the London Borough of Newham, added “Foremans was recommended to us from another authority who had a similar requirement for good quality interim primary school teaching accommodation. We are very pleased with both buildings, which certainly don’t look or feel second hand, and are a cost-effective alternative to new. I am pleased to report the buildings’ installation was also safe, controlled and problem-free.”

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The buildings for both schools were delivered just eight weeks from receipt of order and were installed outside term-time to avoid any disruption to teaching. Each building comprises two classrooms, which were delivered to site around 70 per cent complete, further reducing time and disruption to local residents.

Established in 1992, North Beckton Primary is a county co-educational primary school, taking children from the ages of three to 11. There are two classes in each age group, apart from reception which now has three forms to meet changing local demographic needs.

Foremans specialises in refurbishing Portakabin modular buildings. In order to meet individual project requirements and budgets, the buildings can be supplied decorated or fully refurbished with new windows, wall linings, partitions, mechanical and electrical services, doors, flooring, and cladding, to create high quality accommodation for a wide variety of interim and permanent education applications.

The advantages of this approach include:Programme times reduced by up to 70 per centA highly cost-effective alternative to new buildThe buildings can easily be expanded, reconfigured or removed for complete flexibility should local requirements change

Off-site working is maximised for safer, quieter and cleaner sites and reduced disruption to teaching during constructionHigh quality steel-framed modular buildings are built to lastThe buildings require fewer ground works than site-based construction – further reducing cost, disruption and programme times.www.foremansbuildings.info

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Portakabin Launches New Range Of Exterior And Amenity Options For Interim Office BuildingsPortakabin, the UK’s leading modular building specialist, has launched a new range of exterior options and outdoor amenities to help integrate and equip interim facilities and provide a complete, ready-to-use working environment.

Modular buildings available for hire can now be supplied with an even wider range of architectural options and essential amenities. Each option complies fully with British Standards, such as wind and snow loadings. Sourced and installed by Portakabin, the new range is designed to give interim buildings a more permanent feel. It includes:

Canopies and shelters. Cantilevered structures or canopies supported by posts can enhance the entrance to a building and give it more architectural appeal. They can also allow better use of under-utilised outdoor spaces, creating sheltered waiting, social, seating and play areas.

Covered walkways. A striking addition to any scheme, covered walkways are a practical solution to link an interim building with other facilities on the site and provide shelter from the elements. The roofs of walkways can be curved, high barrel, low barrel or flat.

Vinyl wraps. These low maintenance finishes, which are simple to install and remove, can be applied to the exterior of a building to totally transform its appearance. Strong corporate branding, company logos and eye-catching graphics designed for maximum impact can turn a building into a valuable marketing asset. Murals and more subtle colour schemes can be used to blend an interim facility into its surrounding environment and can help secure planning approval in environmentally sensitive locations.

Free-standing outdoor structures. Organisations can now extend their interim facilities outside. Robust shelters using a modular framing system and integral water collection will complement any building and create zones for waiting, meeting or socialising. Roofs can be glass, polycarbonate or coloured architectural fabric for even more design flexibility and choice.

Cycle storage. These structures can encourage more people to cycle to work and can lessen the demand for car parking. They are designed to provide secure, safe and accessible cycle storage that also helps to reduce theft and vandalism.

Smoking shelters. Organisations can now hire specially designed shelters to provide dedicated areas to control where people smoke, ensuring both compliance with legislation and best practice in health and safety.

Street furniture. The siting of an interim building can change the flow of traffic and people, leading to additional temporary requirements. In response to this, Portakabin can now provide litter bins, benches, picnic tables, bollards and barriers, delivering a complete solution to the exterior of an interim building.

Commenting on this latest range of options, Robert Snook, Director and General Manager of Portakabin Hire said, “We can now supply and install all the exterior furnishings and amenities that may be needed for an interim building. This highly flexible package of solutions will reduce our customers’ time and resources spent sourcing quality products for short-term use, and the options will help to integrate the facility on the site, providing a more attractive and productive place of work.”

“We believe there should be no compromise on the quality of the working environment just because the accommodation is not permanent, and this range of solutions reflects that ethos.”

Applications for interim modular buildings are diverse and include open plan office accommodation, security buildings, canteens, training suites, teaching blocks, shower and changing rooms, clinics and decant ward buildings. These facilities can be supplied and installed just days from receipt of order complete with fire and security systems, access ramps and furnishings, and can remain in use for as long as required. Modular accommodation can be easily extended, reconfigured or relocated to meet an organisation’s changing needs.

Portakabin has the widest hire network in the UK, with 50 locations from Inverness to Plymouth. It also has the resources to deliver both bespoke projects and standardised accommodation solutions to organisations in public and private sectors, in the most challenging timescales, with less disruption and less impact on the environment. For further information about modular buildings for permanent and interim applications, visit www.portanews.co.uk

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vertical louvres liviNG wall sYstem takes treeBox to New HeiGHtsUrban greening company Treebox has unveiled an innovative style of living wall for use in both residential and commercial projects. Living walls are becoming increasingly popular in both external and internal settings due to their striking aesthetic and environmental impact, but until now controlling the density of a wall’s vegetation has not been straightforward. Treebox’s new Vertical Louvres system overcomes that problem, enabling a variety of striking visual effects to be created. The louvres can be mounted onto a concealed rail system to enable them to open and close, creating the required plant density. The polypropylene Vertical Louvres wall can support any herbaceous plant. The proximity of each louvres determines whether a solid green wall is created or a thinner wall with a see-through effect. Each louvres can be as little as 2m high to 10m high, and can be varied to meet each householder or client’s requirements. www.treebox.co.uk

Enquiry No 84

it’s a wrc aPProveD™ first for laNesSewer rehabilitation specialist the Lanes Group is the first in the industry to be awarded WRc Approved™ certification for the installation of a WRc Approved™ patch drain repair system, and only the second company to gain WRc Approved™ certification for the installation of a full-length liner, with its UV cure, CIPP, manhole-to-manhole system.Clients appreciate the WRc scheme because they do not have to worry about a supplier’s claims regarding the product/service performance. WRc Approved™ means it has already been validated.To gain WRc Approved™ certification, Lanes went under the microscope for two days of inspections. The WRc experts looked at the products, how they were stored and used; housekeeping and material audits; watched installations and examined Lanes’ own health and safety procedures. The inspectors also visited two live work sites: a patch lining in Manchester and a UV installation in the North East.www.lanesfordrains.co.uk

Enquiry No 81

oN tHe Deck or oN tHe wall, woozeN is tHe sustaiNaBle solutioN

liviNG HoarDiNGs imProve air QualitY aND ProviDe securitY

Mobilane’s Living Hoardings have been installed at Ponders End in Enfield as regeneration work takes place following the 2011 riots. The council has leased the Living Hoardings for three years to help create an aesthetically pleasing, yet secure, solution for enclosing the site while building work is completed.Planting the 70sq m hoarding has the same impact on reducing pollutants as three full-sized city trees but takes up a fraction of the space. They are made of ivy, delivered in bio-degradable troughs which are then fitted to the base of the hoarding panels with roots positioned behind the panel to protect them. The watering system is automatically controlled through a dripper system through which fertilizer is also added when needed. There is no need for a power supply as it is all self-contained.www.mobilane.co.uk

Enquiry No 83

towNscaPe exteNDs Hostile veHicle mitiGatioN offeriNG PERIMETER security specialist, Townscape Products Limited, has extended its range of hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM)productswiththelaunch of the Performa-Cast™ PAS 68 bollard sleeve. The sleeve is designed to fit over existing or new PAS 68 bollards and is manufactured in Performa-Cast™, an engineering grade polyurethane cast. Performa-Cast™ offers all the aesthetic

benefits of cast iron combined with the enhanced performance of steel but with greatly superior durability.Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth has already installed 35 Performa-Cast™ PAS 68 bollard sleeves along its quayside. These sleeves were developed in two designs, the Gunwharf Heritage and the sleek Senator, to complement the existing coastal heritage street furniture theme. Townscape will be officially launching the Performa-Cast™ PAS 68 bollard sleeve at the Counter Terror Stand Expo at Olympia, London on 24 and 25 April on stand G72. www.townscape24.com

Enquiry No 80

Surface material specialists David Clouting Ltd now offer Woozen - a unique cladding & decking system manufactured by LG Hausys from high quality wood flour derived from recycling the waste elements of tree thinning from managed conservation forests. The wood flour is extruded with a mixture of eco-friendly olefin

resins to create Woozen - the ultimate in truly sustainable products. Woozen offers all the aesthetic values of wood combined with high performance features. It is extremely hardwearing, it will not rot, is highly resistant to weathering and insects, requires no painting, varnishing or cleaning and is easy and quick to install. When used for external cladding, architects have the opportunity to create stunning and unusual features to enhance the look of any new build or refurbishment project. Or for

a decking project, Woozen can provide a functional and cost effective long term solution. Woozen delivers excellent whole life costings in comparison to timber based products. www.davidclouting.co.uk

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terram’s PatHmat – a simPle solutioN for soft saNDTerram, a company accustomed to finding geosynthetic answers to groundbreaking questions, recently introduced Pathmat, a simple, practical method of dealing with soft sand, offering a stable reinforced surface that aids access to beaches for everyone. Manufactured from a UV stabilised elastomeric polymer with an open-weave texture allowing easy water penetration, Pathmat is available in rolls 10 metres long and 1.56 metres across, amply wide enough for a wheelchair or for a child’s buggy even if the parent is holding another child by the hand. It is lightweight and flexible enough to be used on any reasonable sand surface and has a relatively soft, textured surface that is comfortable even for bare feet.A Pathmat roll can be very simply laid by two people in less than ten minutes and joining two rolls is easily achieved with special connectors and the rolls are secured to the sand by use of steel u-pins roughly the size of croquet hoops, giving sufficient depth when driven in to gain a firm grip in the sand. It provides a safe, slip resistant surface at all times, even in the wet. The laid surface can be easily cleaned with a broom, blower or pressure washer and the mats are in a pleasant light blue colour that is easily spotted by holidaymakers yet easy on the eye. As well as offering easy access it can also be a help in channelling users onto any beach area desired. www.grass-reinforcement.com

Enquiry No 86

New HauratoN service cHaNNels for sPorts veNues Nowadays, an essential requirement for any venue hosting national or international events is the safe management of cables needed to facilitate multi-media communication and TV broadcasts. The new RECYFIX® SERVICE channel series is based on channels made from 100% recycled polypropylene / polyethylene(PP-PE).Thesevenchannelsizesofferedrangefrom 160 to 420mm wide, the largest weighing only 14.8kg, so they are easy to man-handle on-site.The channels can be supplied with either ductile iron covers – load Class E600 or galvanised steel covers – load Class C250. The SIDE-LOCK boltless ductile iron covers are easily fitted, and removed allowing quick access to the cables. SERVICE channel details are in the new Hauraton SPORT catalogue, available digitally on www.hauraton.co.uk The catalogue also features drainage and other safety components for IAAF approved venues, school, community athletics and other sports facilities.

Enquiry No 85

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Bailey Artform Launches ‘Landscape Forms’ Design-LED Street Furniture An inspiring new collection of design-led street furniture from Landscape Forms has been launched in the UK, by Cheshire-based Bailey Artform. Aimed at helping landscape architects and specifiers to enrich outdoor public spaces, the award-winning Landscape Forms product range combines innovative urban design with functionality and sustainability to create aspirational and effective landscape architecture.

Landscape Forms street furniture products include design-led seating, chairs, benches, shelters, bollards, waste bins and advanced LED lighting, all of which have been hand-picked to help architects and specifiers bring their visions to life. Manufactured utilising recycled content aluminium and steel and FSC-certified timber, they are suitable for installation in a broad spectrum of outdoor urban environments, including the leisure, retail, education, commercial, new construction and renovation sectors. The products have been created through collaboration with some of the world’s leading designers, including BMW Group DesignworksUSA,Sweden’sJangirMaddadi,frogDesign(designersoftheoriginalAppleMac)and Santa & Cole in Spain. The result is that they address form and function in unique and intelligent ways, elevating street furniture to more of an artform.

The Landscape Forms offer also includes two ground-breaking ‘family’ collections – Metro40 and UrbanEdge. Metro40 is the first integrated collection of site furniture elements for the urban streetscape and transit core and encompasses comfortable, beautiful and flexible street furniture products designed to meet the needs of people on the move. UrbanEdge is an integrated collection of landscape framing and furniture elements that has been designed after studying how people behave in public spaces and how cities could better leverage those spaces to support public activity and civic goals.

Created by designers for designers looking to reclaim urban space, UrbanEdge products can enliven social spaces in parks, plazas and shopping centres and can re-energise dead corners, turning them into people-centred settings. www.baileyartform.co.uk

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“When I first entered what was then a rather limited thermal insulation industry, over twenty five years ago - selling STYROFOAM extruded polystyrene insulation to architects and end users of all types - I was amused by the fact that as a nation we were insulating many agricultural buildings far better than any new properties built for human occupation.

Don’t get me wrong, I didn’t begrudge the chickens and pigs a warm bed for the night, but they, or their chicks and piglets, didn’t have to worry about the cost of turning up the thermostat to cope with cold snaps: after all, at Dow we were busy helping to wrap their sheds with cosy SYTROFOAM!

Subsidies no doubt helped, but along with animal welfare, energy costs were of primary importance and the main driver for the farmer. Let’s just say, common economic sense prevailed!

Over the years, the construction industry began to make progress and the use of thermal insulation began to take shape. However, until more recently, its use was pretty limited. Back in the 80s, pioneering property developers installed 50mm of fibre in the loft and 25mm of board foam into cavity walls. It was good news, and a step in the rightdirection(consideringtherewasnolegislationdriving it – only a document asking them to make ‘reasonable provision’ for the conservation of fuel!).However,it’sworthpointingoutthatatthesame time the piglets were snuggled up with 80mm thickness of insulation!

As with the farmer back then, the burden of energy costs are catching up with us all, and fast - at home, in the office we work in or at our manufacturing facilities. Here in the UK, we really shouldn’t be facing the fact that more people are being pushed into fuel poverty, which of course has its own impact on health and well-being. In short, unless things change, energy costs threaten to become the enemy of financial freedom for a significant section of the population and a competitive burden on the UK as it competes in a global economy.

But it’s far from all doom and gloom. Government departments such as the Department for Energy andClimateChange(DECC)arethankfullytakingthe issue very seriously. I am pleased to say that over the recent decade or so energy efficiency has become an integral part of any new building for human occupation.

There are of course more steps to take before we can consider our work done, but we can thank pioneers such as the Association for the Conservation of Energy, whose bold efforts have brought about changes in legislation and helped to establish what is required for continued future improvement.

Farmers saw the benefit of improved energy efficiency because they were paying the energy bill and wanted their animals to thrive. But, think about this - building designers, developers or contractors rarely pay the energy bills. It’s a shame, but it’s fact that it takes progressive legislation to increase energy efficiency and make a change that will, at some time in the not too distant future, mean that the owner or occupier of a newly built property will not be burdened with escalating energy costs.

Buildings last a long time and many of our families, friends and neighbours are still living or working in old, poorly insulated or even completely un-insulated buildings. However, the framework to make real change is here and now. The noise is louder than ever before, and not just within government and industry: people around the UK are finally talking about energy efficiency of the buildings they occupy.

This means that an opportunity for British industry is unfolding, not just in the construction market, but the manufacturing industry, the chemical industry, the services industry, the energy sector, and beyond. The prospects for growth in my specific industry – thermal insulation - are better than ever.

So what role can innovation play? As a manufacturer of thermal insulation products we’ve

been developing ever thicker products that deliver more insulation ‘power’. We are seeing the tide turn. In the past, thermal insulation had to fit with building methods, but now for the first time, building methods themselves are changing because of the demand for greater insulation thicknesses.

We’ve also made strides in the processes we use to manufacture insulation materials. We at Dow take carbon dioxide from industry and use it a blowing agent to produce our foams, bringing major environmental improvements.

But let’s face it, apart from overcoming some mechanically challenging production limitations and technical hurdles, that’s really as far as we’ve got: the biggest opportunity is yet to come if we are willing to embrace it. If we want thermal insulation within the construction industry to up its game and create the next generation of insulation products and solutions, then we in industry must play our

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part and rise to the challenge. Those who dare will win – those who invest in new thinking, in research and development and ultimately in new production methods are the future.

My dream is for the next generation of insulation to emerge as being painted on, wrapped around, unfolded, or stretched into place. And to me that is the day the thermal insulation industry will have truly entered the 21st century and come of age.

So the opportunity to really innovate is finally with us. If we in industry embrace it, we become creators, leaders, exporters, winners in a whole new world of energy efficient solutions.

The new home, office, school or hospital of this decade – with true commitment to building regulations and progressive legislation - will need walls consisting of at least 200mm thick thermal insulation. And all around us, old buildings need to be re-furbished to that standard too.

However, in order to be practical, that 200mm thick of thermal insulation will actually need to be 50mm or far less, yet offer the same thermal performance. It’s now time for a step change in science, in attitudes, in investment and joint government-industry commitment to make the difference.

Thanks to DECC and initiatives such as the Green Deal and ECO, we in industry have the platform: so let’s not waste the opportunity.”

To find out more about Dow Building Solutions and extruded polystyrene insulation products available, visit www.styrofoam.co.uk or email [email protected]

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The Future Lies In Sustainable Off-Site Modular ConstructionPrefabrication and off-site modularisation are not new to the construction industry but with an increasing interest in lean construction, the rising use of BIM technologies, and the growing influence of sustainable design have caused many practitioners to reconsider their appeal. Faced with spiralling construction costs, off-site modular construction is proving to be a cost efficient and sustainable alternative to traditional methods of construction.

Within a building, prefabrication and modularisation are used in a variety of areas but most often in the building superstructure, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems (MEP) and exterior envelope. Offeringmanydesirable qualities, off-sitefabrication helps to reduce man-hours on site and offers a much safer approach to construction. It also helps to significantly reduce waste whilst maximising quality control and together they offer a more sustainable approach to building services delivery.

With the careful management of all manufacturing logistics and sequencing, off-site assembly results in high quality components which contribute to sustainable targets without any compromise to product quality.

A pioneer in modular construction techniques, off-site construction and fully integrated mechanical and electrical (M&E) services, Balfour Beatty EngineeringServices (BBES)havevastexperience in thedesign,planningandrefurbishmentofa wide range of social and economic infrastructure projects from airports, schools, universities and hospitals through to commercial facilities.

Faster, better and more cost effectiveModular Systems + is BBES’ modular building service manufacturing facility located in Wednesbury, West Midlands and is one of the largest off-site assembly facilities of its kind in the UK. With the capability of delivering innovative and value engineered solutions, this state-of-the-art facility puts lean construction into practice by designing and creating all components away from the construction site, with quality control and health and safety as key objectives. Modular Systems + produce

a wide variety of mechanical and electrical (M&E) products rangingfrom small electrical components and multi-service modules to fully operational and complex packaged plant rooms.

“We can produce assemblies such as energy centres, pump and boiler skids, riser modules and modular electrical systems. Modular Systems+ is the most

sustainable way to deliver a project and with ‘Just-in-Time’ delivery, reduced waste, cost predictability, high levels of safety and quality and programme certainty creates a faster, better and most cost effective solution for our customers,” commented Steve Tovey of BBES.

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The Modular Systems + facility has been designed with the safety of the operatives in mind aiming to provide a Zero Harm environment, in line with Balfour Beatty Group’s corporate objective of Zero Harm.

One project where lean offsite manufacture and just in time delivery of M&E components have all helped to deliver a cost-effective, efficient and safe build solution was at the HMP Oakwood, formerly known as HMP Featherstone F2. For this new £200 million new prison facility in Wolverhampton, BBES’ offsite approach has seen a saving of a massive 75,000 man hours on-site along with associated build efficiencies, consistent quality, waste reduction and safer working conditions.

Working for main contractor Kier Construction and client the Ministry of Justice, BBES secured the £54 million mechanical and electrical contract for HMP Oakwood by demonstrating that it could save both time and money, as well as providing a safe approach, by integrating its Modular Systems + team as part of the carefully considered delivery programme.

It has been calculated that through offsite modularisation of M&E components, man hours on site were reduced by approximately 50% when compared to a traditional M&E approach. Not only does this have a significant impact on build cost, it also played a role in helping create safer working environments for all concerned, with components fabricated in a controlled environment rather than on site.

Lean, green prisonsAs part of the HMP Oakwood project, a number of components were assembled off-site at the Modular Systems+ facility, including fully serviced four-storey risers, electronic water control panels and ‘plug and play’ underfloor heating pipe work. A huge undertaking, this was the first time this innovative approach has been used in a UK prison but the results speak for themselves.

The modular risers installed at HMP Oakwood were developed with the client and project team over a period of nine months. There are 240 risers in total with 180

four-storey risers installed at the prison comprising all services that have been tested and insulated including underfloor heating mains, fire detection units and plug and play wiring.

As part of the project, Modular Systems + also delivered a fully modularised energy centre to provide a number of sustainable building service systems, including four 0.35MW dual fuel boilers, a 1.0MW biomass boiler and combined heat and power unit. Sustainability was fundamental throughout the design and delivery of the project, as well as being a key objective in the building’s long term performance.

At HMP Oakwood, off-site fabrication has provided a more sustainable and environmentally friendly form of construction. With the correct utilisation of materials, controlled waste systems and scheduled deliveries, BBES were able to minimise waste, reduce site labour, use fewer components and dramatically reduce transportation costs.

The successful delivery of this contract through off-site fabrication is testament to BBES’ position as promoting sustainability as a collective and inclusive responsibility, with the company working with customers, suppliers and communities to ensure that sustainability is embedded in every operation.

Withsomanyelementsinvolved,includingcomplexmechanicalandelectrical(M&E)components, the prison service is just one of several key sectors that can set the standard for the future of sustainable construction in terms of both delivery and ongoing operation. www.bbesl.com

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Shackerley Helps Hotel La Tour To Establish New Identity Shackerley’s ceramic granite facades have helped to create a unique and striking brand identity for Hotel La Tour Ltd, perfectly complementing the ultra modern design of the company’s £24m flagship hotel in Birmingham.

PHP Architects of Northampton specified Sureclad ceramic granite ventilated cladding in two contrasting colours and textures to provide a dramatic outer envelope for

this landmark building, the first of five city centre 4-star hotels that Hotel La Tour is hoping to open across the UK .

Over 4300m2 of prefabricated ceramic granite has been installed in conjunction with a Sureclad Access System, with gleaming white facades in natural travertine effect finish

providing a striking counterpoint to the highly polished black ceramic granite elevations and the hotel’s darkened glazing.

Shackerley’s ceramic granite was specified for its attractive premium quality appearance, strength and hardness, durability and low maintenance properties. It has the aesthetic appeal of naturally hewn stone but is an engineered material with none of the flaws and weaknesses of granite or marble.

The facade panels were supplied in a 1200 x 600mm format, Shackerley’s most cost effective module, and were prefabricated off site at the Lancashire manufacturer’s ISO 9001 accredited production facilities. Each ‘installation ready’ panel was fitted with metal straps secured by a stainless steel undercut anchorage system to facilitate rapid installation in conjunction with Shackerley’s patented Sureclad Access System.

Adrian Colman, Hotel La Tour Operations Director, commented: ‘We have set out to build a new brand in city centre hotels. As our flagship venue, the new hotel in Birmingham is critically important in showcasing our values and the design and finish of the building, with its eyecatching ceramic granite and glass envelope, have been crucial in achieving this.’

For further information please contact Shackerley on 0800 783 0391 or visit www.shackerley.com

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Increased Comfort & Energy Reduction For Iconic Mayfair HotelClaridge’s is one of the most iconic 5 star hotels in Mayfair, giving customers a chance to experience a world of design and flawless service and comfort.

During the summer months it was noticeable that the air conditioning for the Davis Penthouse was continually on to help with keeping the room at a comfortable temperature for any guest staying. This then would have an impact of air conditioning costs for the Hotel.

To help reduce the use of the air conditioning and ultimately reduce energy cost, Environmental Control Films were appointed to help control

the suites increased temperatures during the summer months.

It was important to get the balance of temperature, glare and light control. This was achieved by Environmental Control Films installing E Clear 70 solar control window film, helping to reduce the internal temperature by up to 4% without any dramatic effect on light levels.

Environmental Control Films prides itself on ensuring that the right products are chosen to best suit the customer’s requirements. The company’s expertise in this field, together with high levels of project management, ensures that customers are completely satisfied with the service given to them.

The Properties of Reflective Solar Control Films• Excellentsolarheatrejection.43%• Helpsreduceglare• Reducesloadonairconditioning• Cutsenergyuseforcooling.• Reduces‘greenhousegas’emissions

Environmental Control Films are a window films solutions company installing high quality glass coatings, glass manifestations, vinyl graphics and edge retention systems.

Environmental Control Films has a national network of installers, projects are undertaken with a strong commitment to the quality of products, service and workmanship. environmentalcontrolfilms.co.uk

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faNtastic facilitYThe new £8.5m Exeter College Technology Centre has been hailed by former education minister Lord Adonis as a "fantastic” facility. The new college features a range of Euroclad’s most attractive and high performance products, which help achieve the visual and functional design of this significant new centre of excellence.Euroclad customer MA Witcombe Ltd installed the building envelope which includes: an attractive half round profile in lustrous

Anthracite; the clean lines and proven performance of an Elite 4 aluminium standing seam roof system; and visually impressive red LINEAR Façade rainscreen panels. Martin Bristow of MA Witcombe Ltd commented: “We have a productive, on-going relationship with Euroclad and this project illustrates the choice they offer through their wide range of products. As ever the product range, quality and customer service available from Euroclad was paramount in this being achieved.” www.euroclad.com

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kemPer sYstem traNslates to DuraBle solutioN at secoNDarY scHoolA school in the West Midlands now exceeds building regulations for thermal performance thanks to the installation of a new Stratex warm roof from Kemper System. Barr Beacon School in Walsall boasts several buildings on campus, each of which has existing insulation and a felt roof. Water ingress in some areas of the roofs led to a decision to refurbish and upgrade the roofs, comprising a combined area of around 18,000m2.

Roofing contractor, Cooper Roofing, was brought in to carry out the work and specified Kempertherm insulation board from Kemper System along with the roofing specialist’s Kemperol V210 cold liquid-applied waterproofing membrane.

The existing roof membrane acted as the vapour control layer for the new roof and 123mm Kempertherm insulation was bonded directly onto the prepared substrate. This was then coated with Kemper System’s D Primer and, once the primer had cured, Cooper Roofing applied the Kemperol V210 liquid waterproofing.

The V210 resin saturates a flexible reinforcement fleece, which is laid in a single process and cures to create a strong, flexible and durable waterproof membrane that cannot delaminate.

Cooper Roofing completed the installation by stripping back the gutter areas where a new vapour barrier was installed, and creating a clean edge with a new GRP trim.

Thanks to the 20-year warranty offered by Kemper System the School can also be confident that the new roofing membrane will provide a long service life. www.kempersystem.co.uk

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steaDmaNs suPPlies materials for New coNversioN at PuritY BrewiNG coLeading one-stop-shop building products manufacturer Steadmans has supplied materials for a new project at Purity Brewing Co. in Great Alne, Warwickshire.The brewery now benefits from a conversion of a 760 sq m existing disused agricultural building into a micro-brewery, thanks to Redditch-based installer S A Mogg. The building comprises over 330 linear metres of Steadmans’ AS35 120mm insulated panels in Vandyke brown and 130 linear metres of AS30 single sheet side-wall cladding. The company also supplied over 80 linear metres of eaves and ridge fillers. Comprising two outer steel skins with an integral PIR insulation core, Steadmans’ AS35 insulated panels are available in a wide range of colours and complement their broad variety of pre-engineered construction products, such as gutters, rooflights and doors. AS35 panels are manufactured in a quality process certified to ISO 9001:2008, using non-ozone depleting technology. www.steadmans.co.uk

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Sika has supplied a range of solutions for Weston-Super-Mare’s award winning Grand Pier. Commented Tom Forsyth, Sika’s Target Market Manager for Concrete, “During the reconstruction concrete had to be pumped from the shore to the pavilion across a distance of 400 metres whilst retaining a high consistence and strength without segregation.” Luckily Sika’s expertise, along with the skill of its concrete supplier Bristol and Bath Concrete, proved to

be the perfect solution. Sika Stabiliser 4 and Sikament Boost Pak were added to the concrete to prevent segregation and to allow the concrete to be successfully pumped and placed at the pier’s end. In addition the pier’s platforms, terraces, and

balconies required a waterproofing system that would withstand the harsh coastal elements, including water and wind uplift. Hodge Single Ply Roofing specified and installed 1000sqm of Sarnafil G410-15EL, a high performance single ply membrane. www.sikabuildingtrust.co.uk

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celotex iNsulatioN HelPs create tHermallY efficieNt HomeDuring the conversion of a Grade II Listed Water Tower into a high specification home, Andy Critchlow, Director of AEW Architects was faced with the challenge of how to create a thermally efficient building from a structure that when originally built was never intended to be a home. Celotex supplied its TB4000, GA4000, XR4000 and FF4000 throughout the ground floor as well as three additional floors, along with all external walls and stud walls, the roof and a new extension. Celotex TB4000 was used in the lining of the tower walls and GA4000 was used between the studs of the new wall. Ideal for installations with underfloor heating, Celotex FF4000 was supplied for the ground floor. In the two additional floors, Celotex TB4000 was specified as it offered low emissivity foil facings and has been developed to eliminate the common occurrence of localised thermal bridges and greatly reduce heat loss. In the stud walls and roof to the rooftop extension, Celotex developed and supplied a specification to help achieve U-values of 0.21W/m²K and 0.20W/m²K respectively. www.celotex.co.uk

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sika fiBre coNcrete oN track iN BlackPoolA special concrete mix incorporating Sika admixtures and Novocon steel fibres was an important ingredient in the £100 million major refurbishment of the Blackpool tram system. It was also decided to upgrade the tramcars that are used for regular day-to-day services. Using conventional steel reinforcement in the laying of the concrete base for the new track could have caused major problems, with the uncertainty that the steel mesh could have moved during the pouring of the concrete, which could then have interfered with the drilling of holes for the fitting of the new track. It was decided to include steel fibres as a replacement for the steel mesh. Adding steel fibres to the mix sped up construction, firstly by obviating the need for steel mesh placement and secondly, because of their small physical size and even distribution throughout the concrete, allowed drilling into the concrete structure without interference. The use of Sika® ViscoCrete® superplasticiser concrete admixture and steel fibres produced a strong, durable concrete base with maximum resistance to withstand heavy loads.www.sikaconcreteadmixtures.co.uk

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Breeam excelleNt stuDeNt accommoDatioN3,000 metres of Ancon brick support angle and over 800 Ancon windposts have been supplied to the construction of new student accommodation at the University of Liverpool’s Chatham Street campus. The project has been designed, by Stride Treglown, to be BREEAM Excellent. The concrete frame with traditional brick cladding provides the buildings with thermal mass, which will moderate temperature fluctuations and minimise heating and cooling costs during occupancy. Construction of the attractive façade, thought to be one of the largest brick packages awarded in the UK in recent years, involved the support of masonry at every floor level by an Ancon stainless steel support system. The support angles feature slots in some sections to allow lintels to be fixed to the underside at window openings, and are radiussed in other locations to support curved brickwork. www.ancon.co.uk

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Geberit Systems Provide Watertight Solution For Titanic Visitor CentreThe Titanic Visitor Centre in Belfast is the city’s newest, most impressive and popular attraction, boasting a unique multi-faceted aluminium facade, Ireland’s longest lift and a sculptural geometric roof with a hidden water drainage solution and rainwater harvesting, courtesy of Geberit’s Pluvia and HDPE systems.

Located adjacent to the Grade A listed nineteenth century drawing offices where the Titanic was designed, and the slipways on which this iconic ship was launched, the Visitor Centre tells the story of the Titanic, with its upper floors accommodating 1,000 diners in banquet halls and function rooms. The centrepiece of a regeneration project which sees 75 hectares of industrial brownfield transformed, the building was constructed using ground-breaking techniques and includes a range of sustainable

strategies; Combined Heat and Power Generation, 56,000 litre rainwater harvesting and intelligent lighting; on target for BREEAM Excellent accreditation.

“The project was extremely demanding, due to the complicated geometry of the building and the fact it was ‘fast-tracked’, meaning

that the design and construction proceeded in parallel. Geberit’s products and their team proved extremely flexible, providing a drainage solution to a truly unique roof,” explained Angus Waddington, from Todd Architects.

“The building is located in the centre of a plaza, fronted by historic monuments, which means there are no rear facades. It was therefore essential that services and plant were located elsewhere and not on the facades or roof-scape. The sculptural form of the roof, designed to mimic the bow of a boat, was hard to put into practice: the final design we came up with consisted of a 10 degree mono-pitched roof with

walk-in secret gutters, falling tangentially at 5.2 and 5.6 degrees. Dams were designed across the two, 60 metre long gutters, enabling water to collect about the siphonic outlet, before cascading into the next dam.”

The roof’s drainage was supplied courtesy of Geberit’s Pluvia system, which is based on intelligent negative pressure suction. High-performance Geberit Pluvia roof outlets are linked together directly under the roof with a non-sloping collector pipe. Large roof areas can therefore be drained through a single discharge stack; simplifying planning, reducing construction time and minimising the need and consequent outlay for underground drain connections and surface lines.

Unlike conventional roof drainage methods, the Geberit Pluvia system functions as a siphonic system, ensuring the drainage pipe system can fill up completely, thus generating a negative pressure in the pipeline. This negative pressure rapidly draws the rainwater by suction from the roof area, instead of merely allowing it to drain away.

“Conventional gravity outlets would not have been feasible with the volume of water collected and channelled into these ‘flumes’ and a traditional weir overflow couldn’t be formed without interrupting the facade geometry and spoiling the form of the building. To combat these issues, an additional overflow system was installed. Geberit rose to the challenge of solving these potential issues and seemed to relish the opportunity to do something ‘different’. They were fully supportive, providing technical assistance and calculations to review the unusual performance criteria,” Angus concluded.

Geberit’s HDPE Drainage system was also used for all the soils and wastes, plus rainwater harvesting, which was overseen by Robert Hall from the Harvey Group. HDPE is a total solution for a wide range of drainage applications made from High Density Polythene, a simple compound of carbon and hydrogen atoms which is harmless to the environment and completely recyclable. www.geberit.co.uk

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Yorkon Awarded Its Largest Ever Building Contract – And UK’s Biggest Health Project To Be Built Off Site Off-site construction specialist, Yorkon, has been awarded its largest ever building project, and what is believed to be the biggest and most complex healthcare scheme to be built off site in the UK. The £17.9m contract for principal contractor Kier Construction is to construct a new Women and Children's Centre at North Middlesex University Hospital.

Due for completion later this year, the scheme is part of a major reorganisation of hospital services in the boroughs of Barnet, Enfield and Haringey to increase the level of clinical activity and to help accommodate the rise in birth rates. The architects and project managers are AHP. The project, which was procured under the ProCure21+ framework, is being built off site at the Yorkon production centre in York. This approach will radically reduce disruption to patient care and the build programme to ensure the new facilities will be operational before the busy winter period.

The building will provide a larger consultant-led delivery unit with additional high dependency beds, two new obstetrics theatres, a neonatal unit, triage centre, women’s outpatient department, a midwife-led birthing unit with four birthing pool rooms, a postnatal ward with discharge lounge, and a transitional care unit to support neonatal care. A roof top plant room will be located on the second floor.

The scheme will be constructed using the new Yorkon off-site building system and will comprise 152 steel-framed modules up to 18m long and in many different sizes and configurations to suit the building’s design and site. The units will be craned into position with doors, windows, first fix electrics and plumbing, and a high performance concrete floor pre-installed.

Commenting on the project, Simon Ambler, Director at Yorkon said, “We are delighted to be working on our third project with Kier – and our second major healthcare scheme with their company. This is our largest ever contract and its complexities demonstrate just what is now achievable with an advanced off-site building system.”

“The approach will significantly reduce the programme time and any disruption during construction, to the benefit of patient care – and will result in a high quality healthcare facility built under the ProCure21+ framework.”

Clive Watson, Project Manager at Kier Construction, said, “The biggest advantage of off-site construction on this project is speed. We anticipate it will reduce the delivery time by around three months enabling us to have the new facilities up and running ahead of the busy winter period. It will also bring quality benefits because it allows so much of the construction to take place off site in a controlled factory environment that is not affected by poor weather conditions. Our experience with Yorkon and their level of engagement from the outset has been very positive to date.”

The external appearance of the new building will reflect the design of the adjacent facilities and will feature rendered façades, ribbon glazing around the perimeter of the first floor, a large atrium entrance spanning two storeys with light wells providing further natural daylight inside. There is also full height glazing to the stair towers on each of the two wings and large projecting window bays provide a visual contrast to the rendered finish across the building envelope.

The scheme is targeted to achieve a BREEAM ‘excellent’ rating and has a number of sustainability features including a green sedum roof to part of the first floor, photovoltaic panels above the plant room, and an energy efficient combined heat and power system.

Yorkon has an extensive track record in the healthcare sector, having completed a wide variety of bespoke off-site building projects including ward extensions, self-contained theatre blocks, emergency care units, haemodialysis centres, offices, community clinics, and complete hospitals, delivering all the advantages of off-site construction. Yorkon is part of the Portakabin Group. www.yorkon.info

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Howe GreeN’s viseDGe access covers Pass all tHe tests for aNtrim HosPital’s New a&e

Howe Green’s Visedge Series access covers were approved to ensure crucial power and data supplies to state-of-the-art scanning and diagnostic equipment at the Antrim Area Hospital could be installed and maintained easily and

reliably. The project is part of a new £9m Emergency Department being delivered byFarrans(Construction)Limited.Manufacturers of the multi-million pound diagnostic equipment for three new X-Ray and CT scanning rooms issued the main contractor with complex and exacting M&E specs. Having had direct experience of the quality and technical support that underpins Howe Green access cover solutions, Visedge was recommended as an ideal solution to the challenge.The Visedge Series was specifically engineered for use with flexible sheet flooring systems. Fitted quickly and unobtrusively, the covers are double-sealed to meet the highest standards of hygiene and are corrosion and

maintenance-free. The Visedge Series access covers also allow sheet flooring, which can include PVC or linoleum, to be locked to the frame sections and hot welded to the surface rather than glued. This creates a permanent joint and eliminates any possible water ingress and peeling, which can cause a health and safety hazard and also has wider hygiene implications. www.howegreen.co.uk

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marmox multiBoarD warms rutlaND cottaGe

During the purchase of a delightful cottage in a rural location in Rutland the new owner noticed that the property seemed extremely cold. The main reasons appeared to be the fact that his new home had concrete flooring on the ground floor and solid exterior walls of concrete blocks faced with local stone throughout.To overcome the problem he decided to line the floor and walls with some form of insulation that was effective yet quick and simple to install. After considering the options available he decided that Marmox Multiboard fitted the bill on both counts. Multiboard is manufactured from extruded polystyrene with both faces of the board covered with close woven fibreglass mesh embedded in a cement polymer mortar.This creates a board that is lightweight yet

extremely strong with a high degree of thermal insulation [a conductivity of 0.03 watt/mK for the technically minded] and is totally impervious to any water penetration from outside. This Marmox product is also simple to fix to solid or stud walls being easy to handle due to its light weight and simply cut or sawn to the size required using conventional tools. In the Rutland cottage, 50mm Multiboard was laid on the concrete slab floors.On top was placed a 12mm ply layer and then low level underfloor heating before a surface layer of stone tiles in keeping with the house’s appearance. In the ceiling of the ground floor 10mm Multiboard was applied between the joists. Then, with the floors completed, all the outside walls were insulated internally with 20mm thick Multiboard.www.marmox.co.uk

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flat PaN - HiGH ProfileRigiSystems Ziplok has been used in a flat pan format to create a traditional yet contemporary feel at Addenbroooke’s Children's Hospital in Cambridge. Removing the miniribs from the standard Ziplok profiles creates the pleasing aesthetics of the structure. Use of a triple skin, fully supported insulation system ensures that the roof sheets maintain their shape while also catering for the acoustic and thermal requirements of the building. Penetrations such as wind catchers and rooflights are welded into place to preserve the integrity of the roof while maintaining the clean lines and aesthetic appeal.Ziplok is a BBA approved system that is now in use on an increasing number of hospital buildings where it really comes into its own in meeting the requirements of this particular marketplace in terms of aesthetics, cost-effectiveness, ease of construction, lifespan and environmental considerations.Contact RigiSystems Ltd on 01905 750500 or visit www.rigisystems.org

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Helifix iN tuNe witH coNversioN reQuiremeNts at tHe PiaNo BuilDiNG

To meet strict Building Regulations governing its change of use, from a former carpet warehouse to a modern city academy, the Grade II listed ‘Piano Building’ in Kidderminster required 1,500 linear metres of stainless steel HeliBar from Helifix to reinforce and secure brick panels on all elevations. Built in 1867, the warehouse gained its nickname because it resembles the shape of a grand piano when viewed from above. As part of the refurbishment the impressive brick façade required extensive structural stabilisation between the windows. Helifix’s rapidly installed and cost-effective masonry repair strategies, with their concealed installation techniques, were specified by structural engineers SLP Consultants. The contract to undertake the work was won by Eden Group of Birmingham, an Approved Installer of Helifix’s proven repair and reinforcement systems. Eden channelled-out every other mortar joint before bonding 7m long x 8mm diameter Helifix HeliBars into the cut slots with HeliBond cementitious grout. The HeliBars were overlapped by 500mm to ensure continuous reinforcement within the brick panels. www.helifix.co.uk

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GreeN acoustics iN GreeNlaNDThe new Atuarfik Hans Lynge School, near Qinngorput in Greenland, is a stunning example of how architecture and materials can reflect their environment. This school nestles into the side of a hill surrounded by stark countryside.With tall entrances, long runs of window and dashes of colour, the school creates a dramatic perception of cohesion and identity. Importantly, it also displays environmentally sensitive specification by using natural materials both inside and out. A good example is the ceilings which have been clad with Troldtekt acoustic panels. These not only absorb sound in a potentially very noisy environment but their rustic appearance complements the extensive use of wood and other natural materials in the school’s very rural and rugged location. Troldtekt acoustic panels are made from 100% natural wood fibres mixed with cement. Their benefits include high sound absorption, high durability, natural breathability, low cost life cycle performance and sustainability. www.troldtekt.co.uk

Enquiry No 103

icoNic stockPort BrewerY traNsformeD witH carea claDDiNG For the landmark £6 million conversion and new built extension of one of Stockport’s most iconic buildings, The Royal Oak Brewery, developer Equity Housing wanted to create a stunning contemporary exterior. To create a contrast between the new buildings and the existing brewery building, a modern façade was required. Carea’s cladding system met the precise requirements. To create a clear distinction between the original brewery building and the new extension, a range of cladding materials were specified. This included grey rainscreen cladding, white render, Terracotta tiling and Carea’s Acantha cladding. A key feature of Carea cladding panels is their ease of installation. Supplied with specialised horizontal rails that fit onto vertical cladding supports, the panels have precisely routed grooves on the top and bottom for a simple fix that’s totally seamless. Thanks to its high insulation properties, it helps buildings to optimise their thermal efficiency for a higher BREEAM rating. www.carea.uk.com

Enquiry No 105

raiNliNe sPecifieD for £2.9 millioN social HousiNG Project

Lindab’s steel based Rainline rainwater drainage system features on a £2.9 million social housing project designed by leading environmental architects Denovo Design.This new build housing development for Cosmopolitan Housing Association is located in a rural area of Banks, Southport, and comprises of a variety of 16 house types and 4 bungalows. The houses are either brick or a combination of brick and render.Having specified Lindab’s Rainline for previous social housing developments, Denovo Design were well aware of Rainline’s key features including its minimal movement, its durability, ease of installation and importantly, Rainline’s extremely low carbon footprint which other systems cannot match.Rainline totally outperforms plastic in every respect - offering UV stability, it will not crack, fade or leak, is highly resistant to corrosion and virtually maintenance free.Comparable in price to a mid-range plastic system, Rainline is also much less expensive than aluminium and cast iron drainage. www.lindab.co.uk

Enquiry No 104

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Diamond Quality Lighting At Graff Graff Diamonds on London’s Bond Street is now lit to stunning effect. This has been achieved by Lighting Design International using LEDStar 3 MK3 and Minor Wall Mounted light fittings manufactured by the Light Projects Group.

The fittings, finished in a Durable Grey White RAL PTFE Paint colour to blend in with the exterior stonework, spotlights and employ Warm White LEDs.

The LEDstar 3 is a compact, high performance spotlight manufactured from anodised or PTFE coated aluminium in white, black or satin silver with special colours available to special order. Comprising three Seoul P4 LEDs, it is available in four high performance whites ranging from incandescent 2650-2850K through to a cool 4150-4500K. It has a CRI of 93 and a lumen output between 216 and 228 at 350mA and between 389 and 410 at 700mA.

Available in both recessed and spotlight versions with different beam angles, from a narrow 10° through to 80° and with a 20° tilt option, the lighting system is ideal for wall or floor washing. The Class 3 fitting has an IP rating of 67 and is offered with a range of accessories, including cowls, tubes for surface mounting and ground spikes plus various lenses and glasses to suit different applications.

Light Projects specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of lighting fittings and accessories for an extensive range of different interior and exterior lighting applications, as well as bespoke lighting solutions. www.lightprojects.co.uk

Enquiry No 107

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No Gamble For The Hippodrome With Howe Green Access Covers

There was no gambling with quality when expert fit-out specialists Beck Interiors opted for Howe Green access covers for the refurbishment of one of the West End’s most famous buildings, The Hippodrome. Providing easy and reliable access to services such as HVAC, electrics and data was an inconspicuous but nonetheless vital part of the £40million project to transform this historic landmark into London’s newest international-style gaming centre. A winning combination of Howe Green’s 3500, 5000 and 7500 Series access covers was selected for various size and load bearing requirements and to suit the different types of flooring within the building. These included screeded areas in basement and back of house with raised timber floors front of house and in gaming and entertainment zones.The project also called for more than 40 of Howe Green’s 5000 series access covers to be made to order with bespoke cable outlets to serve the sea of machines on The Hippodrome’s busy gaming floors. Featuring double seals to meet the highest standards of hygiene and security, the access covers are corrosion and maintenance-free and designed to fit perfectly flush with

their surround to avoid distortion and prevent any slips or trips. Les Dedman, Projects Director at Beck Interiors commented, “We chose Howe Green’s access covers because of their quality and reliability and in the confidence that the product supplied was going to achieve all the varying requirements”.The Hippodrome has been through many guises since it opened in 1900 with Charlie Chaplin performing on opening night. It now promises visitors modern day glamour and razzmatazz over 5 floors with bars, restaurant and shows as well as state-of the-art gaming. Howe Green’s quality access solutions will make for easy maintenance of the building, helping it meet the demands of the many thousands of visitors expected to walk through it’s doors each year. www.howegreen.com

Enquiry No 108

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Innovative Lumira aerogel insulation, previously called Nanogel, is increasingly having global impact. In the UK, it can be specified for polycarbonate rooflights and panelised glazing, fibreglass diffused cladding or roofing and conventional double-glazing. Here are two recent examples.

St George’s Park, the FA’s National Football Centre was designed by RedBox Design Group. Here, the sports hall has maximised the highest level of daylight insulation and energy efficiency by incorporating Lumira aerogel within the 950sqm of Kalwall cladding around its perimeter. It provides a dramatic U value of 0.28W/m2K - equivalent to a solid wall.

At the most extreme is the recently operating Halley V1 Research Station in Antarctica designed by UK architects Hugh Broughton with Faber Mausell. The glazing in the central module, which accommodates the social areas, is insulated with Lumira aerogel, minimising energy loss in the most extreme conditionsofearth.(Imagecredit:BritishAntarcticSurvey)www.cabotaerogel.com

Enquiry No 110

stertil stokvis iNtroDuces raPiDroll cleaN Door

Stertil Stokvis has boosted its acclaimed range of RapidRoll doors with the launch of RapidRoll Clean. This latest generation of fast-action cleanroom doors provides all the established advantages of fast opening and closing alongside additional features to meet cleanroom requirements and protect against airborne contamination.

The new doors are ideal for all cleanroom applications across numerous industries and environments including medical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, electronics, aerospace, nanotechnology, optics, food and cosmetics. All doors and associated materials, including PVC curtains and stainless steel frames and rails, are designed for easy cleaning to help promote the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness.

Stertil Stokvis RapidRoll Clean Doors are available in standard sizes ranging from 1000mm wide x 1000mm high to 3500mm wide x 3500mm high. Impressive opening and closing speeds of 2.0metres/sec and 1.0metre/sec respectively ensure fast, safe and unobstructed movement of personnel and goods between areas.www.stertiluk.com

Enquiry No 109

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Earn While You Burn! Biomass Reduces Fuel Bills By 40% For Luxury CottagesWhitewells Farm Cottages, in rural Worcestershire, offers 4* luxury accommodation, heated by a Euroheat wood-heating biomass system; reducing fuel bills by 40% while qualifying for the commercial RHI.

Originally converted to farm buildings in 1978, Whitewells Cottages boast period features, such as exposed beams and vaulted ceilings. Despite the history, there is nothing antiquated about Whitewells’ heating system, which has been recently updated from oil and storage heaters to Renewable

Heat Incentive (RHI) qualifying, wood biomass. Consisting of Euroheat’s HDGCompaq 150 pellet and Novara 50 log boilers, associated fuel stores and a 6,000 litre accumulator, the system supplies central heating and hot water on-demand for seven holiday cottages.

A pellet and a log boiler have been chosen as the site has a reasonable amount recyclable timber, most of which comes from Whitewell’s own woodlands. Stored within the boiler room, wood is dried by the radiant heat - this is not enough to fuel the whole site however and the labour required for logs isn’t practical for an application of this size. Pellet boilers have the advantage of being automated, which means someone does not have to be on hand to refuel the hopper. A web server

monitors the boilers remotely to ensure they’re running correctly. Heated water from the accumulators is then piped to the houses with a minimal heat loss of only 0.3C.

Simon Durrant, owner of Whitewell’s, explains the benefits of switching to this renewable form of heating: “Moving over to wood biomass has been an excellent decision with savings further enhanced by the Renewable Heat Incentive. Without the RHI we have reduced our fuel bill by £15,000 a year compared with the cost of oil(£10,000forpellets,verses£25,000foroil)–enoughofanincentivetochoosethis technology. The RHI gives us £16,000 - £17,000 a year, making the pay-back time for the initial outlay of the system about seven years – after that, we’ll be earning while we burn!

“Regardless of the savings, as a 4* destination it’s imperative that our guests are comfortable and have access to heat and hot water on demand. There is a heat metre in every room and we have over specified the radiators – people want to be cosy on holiday. I have had nothing but compliments in regards to visitors comfort levels.” Simon has a long-standing relationship with Euroheat; the biomass solutions provider’s stoves are already keeping customers in his pub, The Green Dragon, warm. “I have worked with Euroheat for around seven years and have nothing but praise for the quality of their products and service. As an ex-Potterton engineer I have a good eye for sound mechanics – these boilers are ‘bullet proof’ and will out-last the RHI, no problem.” Simon concluded. www.euroheat.co.uk

Enquiry No 111

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