ABCD

July 2011
PRODUCTS 10
All the latest innovations
and product news
ROOFING, CLADDING &

INSULATION 16
Take a look at our
extended cladding features
starting on P. 18
KITCHENS, BATHROOMS
& WASHROOMS 30
Instarmac explains the
importance of priming
DOORS, WINDOWS &

ARCHITECTURAL
HARDWARE 36
SAS International offers advice
on what should be taken into
consideration when
specifying doors
FOCUS ON
HOUSEBUILDING 42
We take a look at LHA-ASRA’s
International House project
DRAINAGE, PLUMBING &

WATER SAVING
SOLUTIONS 46
Saint-Gobain PAM talks us
through above ground
drainage processes
HEATING, VENTILATION
& ENERGY EFFICENCY 50
Ross Donovan discusses the
benefits of biomass
WINTER WONDERLAND REFURB 62

Products from Mapei have been used in the
restoration of Blackpool’s Winter Gardens
Enquiry Number BC1
Contents 03
Hot Topic
The Domino Effect 04
Product Focus
Press-fitting is ablaze
with possibilities 06
Building Study
Dragon inspired design
sizzles in Scotland 08
Innovations 10
+ In Depth
July 2011 Roofing, Cladding
& Insulation
PV, or not PV?
Welcome... 08 That is the question
Products
16
17
...to ABC+D July 2011. This issue sees the first of our Next generation insulation 18
Retrofit cladding
series of Extended Features which, on this occasion, for energy efficiency 19
looks at cladding. The features start on page 18 with Grey is green 22
Ibstock’s views on a brick-based alternative to exterior Hybrid solutions for
solid walls 26
cladding and continue on pages 19 & 22, with
discussions from Sto as well as the ACA and SPA. + In Depth
Kitchens, Bathrooms
Our other In Depth features range from the & Washrooms
importance of correct priming in the kitchen or bathroom (p.30), to the potential PVA for priming –
good practice or bad habit? 30
of biomass as a carbon neutral heating system (p.50). Why not also take a look at our Products 32
Building Study with some stunning photography of the Scottish War Blinded Charity’s
+In Depth
new Day Centre (see page 08 and image above). Doors, Windows
We hope you enjoy this month’s issue. Don’t forget to visit our website at & Architectural Hardware
Door dilemmas 36
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free. Simply click on the ABC+D logo on the Buildingtalk homepage to find details
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Products 43
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Drainage, Plumbing &
From all of us at ABC+D Water Saving Solutions
Making the right choice 46
+ nextissue
Sustainability & Eco Solutions Floors & Walls MMC & Offsite Construction
Fire, Safety & Security Urban Design & Landscaping Roofing, Cladding & Insulation
Extended Feature – Focus on Healthcare
Products
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Heating, Ventilation
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& Energy Efficiency

Realising the full
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potential of biomass 50
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Enquiry Number BC2
ABC+D July 2011

04 Hot Topic
The consequences of downgrading a product
THE DOMINO EFFECT

What happens when a specified product is substituted during the build phase? Paul Kaye from
Vistamatic has first-hand experience of the consequences this can have on customer perception
and welfare, the impact to the brand, and even the additional costs...
Now, in many situations, replacing like-for-like products does not

significantly impact the project. In other cases however, it can
seriously compromise safety, reliability and functionality. This switch
may go unnoticed for months, or even years after completion of the
project, but if or when that alternative product fails, it is inevitably
down to the customer to put it right. The customer may have redress if
they can identify who was at fault – but in the meantime, the problem
can seriously impact their operations. The repercussions of replacing
the faulty element can result in some quite substantial remedial costs
being incurred – often referred to as the Domino Effect – because of
the knock on implications.
Switching a product to a less expensive alternative could save a
healthy margin and if volumes are involved, could result in shaving a
couple of £k off that particular element of the project. However, when
a failure is recognised, the total cost of refitting the correct, specified
solution is often incurred. But that’s not the end of the issue, as other
aspects also need to be factored and costed in. If the defective
product places people at risk then the facility often needs to be closed
until the problem is rectified, relocating people in the meantime –
which could represent costs running into the tens of thousands.
By way of example, Vistamatic, manufacturer of branded glazed
secure vision panels, used in various application including hospitals,
schools and secure units, recently experienced just such a
substitution. Paul Kaye explains: “A problem first came to our
attention when a hospital estate manager called to say that one of our
products had failed. We take pride in producing quality products, and
upon investigation, discovered that although our solution was
specifically specified, it had not been installed – which angered the
customer and frustrated us. We could put things right, but until we
‘‘ If or when
that alternative
product fails, it is
were able to manufacturer, deliver and install our panels, the hospital
was unable to use several of its rooms. This meant re-housing patients
elsewhere, at additional cost. It also impacted upon its patient care
and reputation.”
The cost of replacing elements that should have been right from
inevitably down day one effects day-to-day operational budgets and future
to the customer development costs. This is something best avoided and never more
critical than in the current economic climate. Then expand the Domino
to put it right. Effect across five other items on a major project: a light fitting; a cut-
I
The repercussions n today’s highly completive off valve; a floor covering; a solar panel; a fire/safety related
market, increasing pressure is component – and it becomes clear that shaving a little off a project,
of replacing the placed on architects, builders, in the wrong places, could have major implications for customers in
faulty element contractors and developers to the long run; these may not be limited to financial costs, but also to
deliver projects more cost effectively. wider welfare and reputational issues, some of which could become
can result in some While many customers and architects life threatening.
quite substantial select specific branded products and Add the time spent and frustration experienced in dealing with such
solutions as part of their design, as the problems and it quickly becomes clear that making that seemingly
remedial costs project progresses into construction simple substitution has far reaching implications. Branded products
being incurred – and completion, these items can are specified for various reasons, not just because they do a specific
sometimes be replaced with job; their reliability, quality and reputation,
often referred alternatives. This may be due to non ENQUIRIES built over many years, is equally
to as the Domino availability of the specified item but, important. So the old adage for want of a
increasingly lower priced and possibly For more information horseshoe nail… the kingdom was lost
Effect – because inferior products are being substituted about Vistamatic still holds true in today’s executive
of the knock on as part of a cost cutting/margin use any of the enquiry boardrooms and on building sites across
protecting exercise. methods below the UK.
implications Key people on the project team, and quoting code
often the final customer, are not aware BC200 IMAGE: A Vistamatic glazed vision panel
PAUL KAYE,VISTAMATIC that a substitution has been made. offers a solution for privacy in hospitals, etc.
ENQUIRIES VISIT www.abcd-info.co.uk EMAIL nick.martin@centaur.co.uk FAX 01527 880815 PHONE Nick 01527 880804 POST use address card
ABC+D July 2011
Enquiry Number BC3
Design
for life.
Simple ideas are the best and Freedor couldn’t
be simpler. A neat, wireless electrically powered
free-swing door closer that allows flexibility
in the use of more fluid layouts.
Freedor is a unique wireless solution that allows users to hold fire

doors open at any angle and automatically closes the door when
the fire alarm sounds. Installed at the top of the fire door, Freedor is
simple, neat and unobtrusive. Easy to install in new buildings and
retrofit. Fire safety has never looked so good.
For more info visit www.firecoltd.com
or call 0845 241 7474
Enquiry Number BC4
ABC+D July 2011

06 Feature
Product Focus
Press-fitting is ablaze
with possibilities
The Loss Prevention Certification Board recently gave its first ever seal of approval to
a press-fitting system for use in fire protection systems, thus opening up a whole world
of installation possibilities explains Geberit senior product manager Simon Spridgeon...
O
ffering a simple to use, reliable and safe alternative to Simple to use and with no specialist training required, press fittings
conventional pipework connection methods, press-fitting are simply pressed on to the tube using a pressing tool, without the
connection technology is fast becoming the installation need for any soldering or adhesives. No hot works certificate or special
method of choice for a wide variety of applications including insurance are required and the absence of a working flame also means
heating, cooling, gas and industrial facilities and now, thanks to close press-fit piping minimises the risk of damage to existing fittings and
consultation on the part of Geberit with the Loss Prevention fixtures, making it by far the most versatile option available.
Certification Board (LPCB), fire protection systems can now be added Above all else, Geberit Mapress puts safety first, with all fittings
to this list. The accreditation, which applies to Geberit’s Mapress designed so that any connections left unpressed during installation are
Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel Galvanised inside and outside, covers automatically detectable during testing, with visible leak paths and
all dimensions of piping up to 108mm for wet sprinkler installations. pressing indicators which provide the installer with a fail-safe method
Already boasting global FM approval and meeting the standards for of checking for and fixing unpressed joints, even before the final
Vds approval in Germany, the Geberit Mapress press-fitting system has pressure test.
long been widely used for fire protection systems in other countries. Consisting of a thin plastic foil encasing the pressing shoulder,
LPCB approval means that UK installers can now also reap the many the Mapress pressing indicator provides a visible indication of a
benefits that this installation method offers, making it the natural pressed joint when the foil is removed during the pressing operation.
choice for all types of fire safety installations, including wet and dry Clearly marked with the fitting’s size, each indicator is colour coded
sprinkler systems, pre-action systems, low pressure water spray and according to material to further aid installation.
mist systems, foam water sprinkler systems, deluge systems, hydrant Fire protection systems are not always the speediest or most
systems and extinguishing water pipes. straightforward part of an installation, as they often need to be fitted
The advantages of specifying press-fitting systems over traditional into tight and awkward spaces and to be worked around existing
connections such as threaded steel, solvent welded and grooved steel fixtures and fittings. Using traditional fitting methods this can lead
are many, but perhaps chief among them, with regards to Geberit to something of a stressful time for the fitter and higher costs for the
Mapress in any case, is that it is likely to already be being used project, particularly on commercial projects where minimal downtime
elsewhere on site. This means other pipework systems, such as for installation and repair is imperative.
potable water and heating, can be fitted simultaneously while in the Press-fitting goes a long way to alleviating this stress, with its ease
ceiling void, saving both time and cost. of installation making it particularly beneficial for fitting fire protection
With all pipework connections pressed on to the tube using just a systems in complex situations, such as retail projects where sprinkler
press-fitting tool, this method offers a practical, durable and reliable heads need to be moved frequently in order to accommodate racking
alternative to traditional methods. and displays. Its reduced labour times, meanwhile, also make press-
fitting a suitable choice for commercial installations where minimal
downtime is imperative, such as in hotels, care homes and schools.
And it’s not just beneficial for new installations, but for retro-fit and
repair jobs too, with the lack of solvents, welding or adhesives meaning
that press-fit connections can be easily
fitted into tight spaces, while the lack of ENQUIRIES
hot works reduces the risk of damage to
existing fittings.
With press-fitting already widely For more information
recognised as a safe, durable and versatile about Geberit use any
connection method for a variety of of the enquiry methods
applications, this latest LPCB approval below quoting
makes it an all-in-one solution for number BC201
specifiers and installers.
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08 Feature
Building Study
DRAGON
INSPIRED
DESIGN
SIZZLES
IN SCOTLAND
Having taken its inspiration from a Chinese celestial dragon, the Scottish War Blinded
Charity’s new Day Centre was never going to be anything other than spectacular.
The building, located at Linburn, West Lothian, has been so well received that the
Royal Institute of British Architects, has just included it on the Scottish Shortlist for
its prestigious annual awards. ABC+D reports...
I
n 2009, the Scottish War Blinded Charity based in Wilkieston,
Coloured internal corridor
outside Edinburgh, commissioned an iconic new building to
replace its existing 1950s facility on the site. The charity’s brief
stated that the £3m building had to: “Meet the needs of the service
users vacating the existing facility and the forecast needs of many
more joining them in the new centre. It should be light and modern,
with a service theme and take cognisance of users’ visual impairment.”
The end result is a sophisticated and elegant building, which
accommodates the particular needs of its users, whilst staying free
of any institutional connotations.
The commission was the subject of a competition, organised by the
RIAS (Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland), whose comment
was that: “It presents the difficult and potentially conflicting challenges
of creating a building which will be at the same time architecturally
exciting and meet the unique needs of those with visual impairment.”
The submission from the winners, Page\Park Architects, Glasgow,
successfully incorporated the essential elements of the brief in a
stunning, innovative, timber-clad design, featuring a spectacular
Linburn Centre –
curved roof, inspired by a Chinese celestial dragon. Jamie Hamilton,
External terrace
project architect with Page\Park Architects, explained that they didn’t
Enquiry Number BC6
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Feature 09
Building Study
have to travel too far for their Oriental inspiration: “When we first visited whole range of facilities. It houses a workshop, art space, training area,
the existing 1950s facility at Linburn, one of our team spotted a gym, therapy spaces and offices, as well as remembrance room, and
memorial plaque in the display room which featured a Chinese celestial has a capacity for 35 day visitors, many of whom will be veterans of
dragon. The carving inspired us both in terms of its twisting shape and recent conflicts; this range of amenities reflects the changing
form, but also its associated Chinese symbolism and resonances with demographic of the centre’s users.
the armed forces.” The internal layout of the project was particularly important during
Taking just over a year to build, work on the project commenced in the design process. Simplicity was key, with open plan spaces and a
November 2009 and, by March 2011, the charity was introducing small lack of protruding structural support, making it better suited to the end
groups of users. Structurally, the 800m², single story, larch clad users, but more complicated for the engineers. In the end they decided
building consists of a series of steel portal frames which, says project to use prefabricated panels in the external walls, which support the
engineer Douglas Walker of engineering consultant SKM Global: larch cladding and windows, and are manufactured from James Jones
“Allowed the complex curved geometry to be achieved using simple FSC certified, UK produced JJI-Joists.
construction techniques which could be erected quickly and safely Project engineer, Douglas Walker, explained: “The clients’ brief was
on site.” that the building should be environmentally friendly, and these I-Joists
Fundamentally, the building’s purpose is to provide a place where gave additional depth and so enabled extra insulation to be used, giving
war veterans, former national servicemen and war widows who have the building a more energy efficient performance. In addition, the depth
lost their sight can go to socialise, relax and learn new skills. Therefore, of the studs also meant that the supporting steel columns of the main
it was important that the new Day Centre was able to accommodate a frame could be hidden within the external walls, ensuring the curves
of the façade were uninterrupted, as were the internal spaces.”
Linburn Centre – External view Mr Walker confirmed: “From a structural
point of view, the I-Joist panels provided an ENQUIRIES
efficient, light weight and easy to install
solution for the façade. The low depth ratio For more information
was particularly important as the joists about James Jones &
had to span up to 5m in places.” Sons use any of the
The facility is now fully operational and enquiry methods below
was opened by HRH Duke of Gloucester quoting number BC202
on the 1 June, 2011.
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Innovations: New products for July
BC206
BC205 ACCESS CONTROL FLEXIBILITY
KAC CALLS THE SHOTS Videx Security’s new Portal Plus is a
KAC has introduced an orange- networkable access control system with
bodied version of the MCP indoor Windows based programming and management
call point conforming to EN12101- software. It can support up to 15,000 users and
9 for use as a manual activation an unlimited number of entrances. The Portal
device in smoke control management systems. Smoke vents are installed in Plus allows great flexibility in the design and
diverse applications ranging from traditional industrial buildings, large installation of an access control system, having a
enclosed public spaces and multiple occupancy accommodation through to modular design and facilities for proximity, bio-access and coded access readers.
data centres containing high value, enterprise-critical equipment. Typically, A range of readers are available, all with the same robust design and including an
smoke vent activation is either electronically, from the fire system control illuminated touch to exit switch. Proximity reader modules are also available for
panel, or manually from strategically located call points. For manual the Videx 4000, VR4K and VR series entrance panels allowing full integration with
activation, the orange body and clear marking, specified in EN 12101-9, an intercom system. The Portal Plus is based on two door controllers – available
enables the function of the call point to be immediately identified, even by with or without integral 3.5A switched mode power supply – and including an
untrained personnel. Mark Thomson, KAC marketing manager, said: “Smoke RS485 bus that will link up to 64 doors (32 controllers). In addition, an optional
vent control devices are just one example of the increasing range of integral Ethernet connection (TCP/IP) is available allowing controllers to be
products offered for specialist applications. The development also connected to an existing LAN or WAN with the potential expansion to an
highlights our ability to meet customer needs and adapt to forthcoming unlimited number of doors. The system includes distributed intelligence, allowing
standards before they are implemented.” the systems to continue functioning even during times of network problems.
BC207 BC208
WHY BRICK IS BEST BURLINGTON KEEPS
As one of the first UK industrial sectors IT NATURAL
to publish its sustainability policy, the Burlington has extended its palette
brick industry established key of rich and welcoming stone colours
performance indicators as early as with the addition of Brandy Crag
2002 to assess its progress in Silver. Appropriately named after the
matching the targets and aspirations quarry from which the stone is
defined in its own sustainability extracted, Brandy Crag Silver, as its
strategy. The Brick Development name suggests, is a silver grey natural
Association (BDA) which represents stone that exhibits softer, lighter
the majority of the United Kingdom tones and shades than Burlington’s
and Ireland's clay brick and paver familiar and popular Brandy Crag BC209
industries has now published its stone. Adding to the romance and NEW BROCHURES
sustainability credentials in a leaflet appeal of Brandy Crag Silver are FROM FRANKE
entitled: Brick: contrasting veins and markings Brand new brochures from Franke
Building A inherent within the body of the illustrate exactly why the company is
Sustainable stone that not only serve to at the forefront of kitchen design and
Resource For highlight its authenticity, but also technology. The impressive portfolio
The Future. its outstanding tactility. Extracted from a quarry within the Coniston includes kitchen sinks, taps, hoods,
Sustainability is Coppermines Valley that has been worked since the middle of the 19th waste sorter systems, waste disposal
not just about Century, Brandy Crag Silver serves to offer architects, interior designers, units and all sorts of practical and
recycling or the specifiers and discerning home owners with another quintessentially interesting accessories for the sink
use of carbon-free British natural stone that not only complements both traditional and area. Incorporating recently-
materials. Nor is it contemporary design styles, but which also provides a classic and weather- launched products including the
just about the resistant finish outdoors. Serving to complement Burlington’s existing Centinox sink and the Minerva kettle
embodied energy natural stone product range, Brandy Crag Silver can be supplied in an tap, the three brochures – Decorative
accrued through exciting range of smooth and textured finishes that takes in gritblasted, Hoods, Pro-value Range and
the processes flame textured, honed, spot textured, sanded, line textured, riven and Specialist Range – show a wide-
of sourcing, waterjet. Suitable for both interior and exterior specification, Brandy Crag ranging, comprehensive and
production and Silver is the perfect finishing material whether used for flooring, cladding, interesting collection of products for
transport. It is walling, paving or for use as interior furniture and fittings. all categories of customer.
about the whole-
life energy consumption of a product.
The crucial additional element in any A MASTERCLASS IN CEILINGS
sustainability calculations is how much A three-tier guide to ceiling and wall systems appropriate for the particularly
it costs to look after a product once it demanding environments of educational buildings has been launched by
has become part of a building. This is Armstrong Ceilings. Schools and universities have to meet a plethora of
where brick scores against competing acoustical, Health and Safety, indoor quality and maintenance criteria but at the
materials. The brochure provides same time as these needs are paramount, so too is the student experience in
crucial information for everyone contemporary education. To meet these requirements, Armstrong (a member of the
involved in the specification of brick BCSE – British Council for School Environments – and sponsor of the Big School
and masonry walling systems, Makeover programme) has produced a three-pronged education kit that reassures
including architects, engineers, architects and specifiers of its continuing commitment to this sector. The kit
planners, specifiers, developers, comprises an education segment brochure, education interactive flash and updated
builders and property developers. education CPDs. These three tools advise how the staff experience, as well as the
All facts are fully supported by student one, can be designed into education spaces using mineral, metal and wood
research and independent ceiling and wall systems and canopies to optimise factors such as acoustics, natural
assessments. BC210 daylight, health and safety and longevity.
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Enquiry Number BC9
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BC212
BC211 OPTIMA ROLLS
IMAGINATIVE OUT THE
FLOORING PARTITION
Pupils at Clapham REVOLUTION
Manor Primary Shaping and redefining the
School have the way we work in the future,
whole of London at the slim and elegant new
their feet, with the Revolution 54 partitioning
installation of an system from Optima is set to make a real design statement without
impressive A-Z street map floor design in the school’s new extension. compromising on performance. Revolution 54 is designed to give maximum
The design has been made possible thanks to Floorink, the printed vinyl acoustic performance combined with a crisp, modern aesthetic. Available either
flooring from specialist Printed Space in partnership with Forbo Flooring single or mullion-free double glazed, it can be converted from single to double
Systems. As the only product in the world to offer state-of-the-art bespoke glazed (or vice versa) in two clicks by the change of two clip in sections. The slim
digital printing capabilities in a durable, commercial grade vinyl, Floorink appearance of a 54mm wide system is combined with acoustics of up Rw46dB
offers unlimited possibilities for specifiers to create unique and inspiring on double glazing and up to Rw38dB on single glazing. It is available in two distinct
flooring designs using graphics, high-resolution photography, maps or designs Revolution 54.40 and Revolution 54.50. Revolution 54.40 has a minimal
logos. Floorink combines a quality, hard wearing vinyl product from Forbo, 54 x 40mm framing whilst Revolution 54.50 has a slightly more prominent
complete with a ten-year wear layer guarantee and non-slip properties, 54 x 50mm framing. Both are available in Optima’s standard finishes of powder
with stunning and exciting visuals. coated, anodised and polished aluminium.
BC213 BC214
ENHANCED BUILDING SUPPLIES
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS UPGRADE
The UK EPS (expanded polystyrene) Count on Screwfix for your
industry has launched a next project as it is now able
comprehensive set of enhanced to give you access to over 350
construction details which have been new building and landscaping
endorsed by the Energy Saving Trust products thanks to a
and developed with the support of the heavyweight upgrade of its
BRE. The EST enhanced details are building supplies range. The
now becoming available from new range boasts all the bulk
accredited EPS group members listed essentials including building
on the group’s website and are and decorative aggregates,
designed to ensure building bricks and blocks, lintels, BC215
professionals are able to achieve the cements, insulation, timber, NEW CD ROM
highest levels of insulation plaster and plasterboard, Haddonstone has launched a new
performance as well as full compliance fencing and decking. And to CD-ROM which contains the company’s
with Building Regulations when make it even easier for you to corporate video, an expanded and
specifying EPS insulation get your hands on these updated range of Technical Sheets and
in masonry build heavy and bulky building CAD drawings as well as links to both
projects. materials, free next the Haddonstone website and the
working day delivery is company’s online catalogue. There are
available right across the new range. As always with Screwfix, depth over 1,000 standard designs in the
and breadth has been carefully considered enabling customers to Haddonstone collection in traditional,
choose the right product for the job, thanks to popular colour and classical and contemporary styles.
size options, for example on decorative aggregates and driveway From copings, columns and pier caps
blocks. Pick up a copy of the 28-page dedicated building supplies to porticos, window surrounds and
catalogue at your local Screwfix branch to see the new range in all its balustrading there is something for
glory, and can make the most of the free next working day delivery every building and budget. Alternatively,
service when placing a £250 minimum order before midday from any Haddonstone can produce custom-
local Screwfix branch or by phone. Delivery is available from Monday to Friday made designs to individual
(excluding bank holidays) on a next day basis or on a named date. specifications.
David Emes, chairman of the EPS

Group said: “This launch comes after ALL THE COLOURS OF THE RAINBOW
more than a year of working alongside GE Lighting has launched a new brochure entitled See Colour. Live Colour. Love
the Energy Saving Trust and the BRE Colour. The detailed brochure offers specifiers an overview of GE Lighting's
to create construction details tailored ConstantColor range of Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH) lamps to inspire retail lighting
to EPS applications. The details cover schemes that bring colour to life and create an outstanding in-store experience.
standard white EPS and the enhanced What makes the GE Lighting ConstantColor range so special is the exceptional colour
thermal conductivity grade – known rendition. Each lamp offers a true representation of all the colours in the spectrum to
as grey EPS – which uses advanced meet critical colour requirements and provide consistent colour uniformity throughout
graphite formulations to give the life of the lamp. The brochure offers an overview of all CMH lamps, which are
outstanding thermal bridging available in Standard and Ultra versions. All lamps are suitable for new stores or retro
performance.” The details offer fits and for a wide range of general displays, as well as precision displays such as
the guidance needed to determine jewellery and cosmetics. New for this year, and featured within the brochure, are the
optimum installation and thickness CMH Ultra White 70W G8.5 and G12 lamps. Providing the same performance, lumen
specifications to achieve the highest output and reliability expected from the CMH Ultra range – the new lamps benefit from
insulation levels. BC216 optimised dose composition to create an outstanding white colour.
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BC217
SAVE ENERGY BEING ENERGETIC
Senate Electrical has launched a new range of energy saving lamps
under its in-house Sector brand. The Energetic range, which includes
CFLi and LED lamps for a wide range of light fittings, boasts energy
savings of up to 85% on conventional lamps and a lamp life of 30,000
hours for LED lamps and 10,000 for CFLi lamps. All lamps in the
Energetic range are liquid mercury free, with CFLi lamps using Amalgam
instead for a safer, more environmentally friendly alternative. The latter
come with a Break-safe feature to confine Amalgam and shattered glass
if the lamp is accidentally broken. The CFLi Energetic lamps use T2 tube
technology to obtain a higher lumen output from a smaller size lamp
and quick start technology, including Quick G-start on selected models
for the fastest start possible – a 60% light output in 15-20 seconds.
PACKED WITH NEW PRODUCTS

BC218 IronmongeryDirect has added over 1,000 new products to its latest free catalogue.
UPDATED WEBSITE Keeping customer needs in mind, IronmongeryDirect product managers have
Charter Specialist Security updated the catalogue to offer fantastic new products including new Anti Ligature
is launching an updated website and Anti Bacterial door furniture ranges. Developed by specialists in the field, the
which showcases the Charter-Integr8 leading-edge range of high-quality stainless steel Anti Ligature door furniture and
security shutter range, including the accessories is suited for use where there is a danger of self harm, such as in care
180BS Brise Soleil system for light homes, detention centres or mental health facilities. All products are manufactured
and climate control, as well as a in the UK and have been tested in accordance with the DHF (Door Hardware
vertical rise shutter, which closes Federation) Technical Specifications for Safety and Security Purposes.
by rising from the ground. The new Pioneering technology brings the Touch Clean Anti Bacterial Door furniture to the
website includes technical drawings IronmongeryDirect offering. The anti-bacterial coating protects against viruses,
and case studies, displaying bacteria and mould organisms, avoids the need for chemical cleaning and, once
an extensive portfolio of projects applied, with correct maintenance, can protect for many years.
from schools and office complexes
to prestigious residential projects. BC219
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16 Feature
Roofing, Cladding & Insulation
PV, or not PV?

That is the question
There is no doubt that the requirement to provide alternative
sources of energy is becoming a feature of market trends in all
sectors. However, one might question the thought processes
involved in determining what to do and how to achieve it.
Ray Harriman, managing director at Ash & Lacy Building
Systems discusses the issues surrounding photovoltaic panels Ray
(PV’s) as alternative energy sources... Harriman
P
V’s are undoubtedly an efficient method of producing energy. to wash them. However, large areas of PV panels on a roof will
What better means of generating power than harnessing our permanently shade the roof cladding, minimising its exposure to
natural resources – wind, wave and, sometimes, sun. PV’s are weather conditions. That could have a detrimental effect on the
becoming commonplace, but it is questionable if proper cladding used.
consideration is always being given to their installation. When PV panels are installed, they are generally fitted to a
This is not to criticise PV panels, or the need to utilise them to framework which, in turn, is fixed through the cladding into the
provide power; far from it. However, we have to ensure that all aspects support below. Care must be taken to avoid water ingress at these
of installation are fully understood, before embarking on a project points, by ensuring that the hole formed by the fixing is properly sealed.
which has only had a pay-back analysis done on the basis of cost of the It is also vital to ensure that the correct fixings are used and that they
installed system vs. the savings/feed-in recompense. When deciding adequately anchor the framework to the roof structure. Wind load,
upon an installation, care must be taken to ensure that the building especially uplift, can be a serious issue, particularly on exposed sites,
components affected by it are properly considered. In particular, when or on high buildings, where there are no baffles from adjacent
installed on a roof. structures.
When retro-fitting PV panels, care must be taken to ensure that the The gap between the PV panels and the roof cladding could become
structure is capable of taking the additional load. A typical PV panel will a trap for debris, such as leaves and twigs, plus dead animals. Anything
weigh from around 12-20kg/m2. That load, plus the weight of the trapped in this area will become damp, and will form a poultice on the
supporting framework, has to be carried by the structural frame below. coating below, causing premature failure of that coating.
That adds around 0.15kN/m2 to the roof, which has probably been This is not meant as a warning against the use of PV panels on roofs.
designed for a snow load of 0.6kN/m2 and a nominal service load. It is a strong recommendation to properly consider all aspects of their
In normal conditions, the additional load will not overload the roof, as installation. It is essential that competent roofing contractors are
we rarely get design snow loads on a roof. However, last winter we did, employed to fit PV panels, they are proficient in all aspects of working
on more than one occasion. The full design snow load, combined with on roofs and are conversant with the required safety measures.
the additional static load imparted by the PV panels and its supporting They must also understand the need to properly seal any openings,
framework, could cause spectacular collapses. whether they are for the fixings or for cabling.
Furthermore, the PV panels could cause a dam on a roof, leading to Having properly considered all these factors, the building owner
drifting snow, increasing the load even more. There is a real danger of retains the guarantees for the building and its envelope. If the potential
over-stressing the structural frame of the building. In most cases, pitfalls are not considered and effectively dealt with, all warranties will
panels are added to a roof without any reference to the capacity of the be void, and premature breakdown of claddings, or even structural
structure to accept them. collapse of the frame, could become a very unwelcome reality.
In the 1970s a supermarket roof in South Wales collapsed because it The huge interest in PV panel installations could be stalled, however,
had been overloaded by drifting snow during freak weather conditions. by a recent Government report outlining a proposed reduction in the
The steelwork had been correctly designed in accordance with feed-in tariffs, for installations in excess of 50kW. This has been
contemporary codes, but that event led to the re-drafting of the loading brought about by a failure to anticipate the scale of major schemes
code for the UK – BS6399 – to take account of drifting snow, not only and the subsequent take-up of feed-in tariffs before 2013.
at changes of building height, However, such schemes are being seen as an opportunity to make
but also in abutting roofs profit, and, quite rightly, the Government has stepped in to correct this.
forming a valley condition The proposal is to reduce the feed-in tariff, in the 50-150kW band, from
and around roof mounted 32.9 to 19p/kWh – a reduction of 42.2%. For larger installations, the
air-handling units. proposed tariff is reduced by a greater extent. These will have a serious
Recently, whether due to impact on pay-back calculations and, consequently, the viability of PV
global warming or other climatic panel installations on major projects, such as PV Farms. On smaller
changes, we are experiencing projects, however, the feed-in tariffs
extreme weather conditions remain unaltered, creating a worthwhile ENQUIRIES
more regularly. Overloading of a investment, both in terms of energy cost
roof is a real concern, but there savings, and moving towards a greener For more information
are also other issues to be environment – our legacy to future about Ash & Lacy
considered. generations. Building Systems use
Colour-coated steels have Efficient, cost-effective installations will any of the enquiry
long been the product of choice still happen, but care must be taken to methods below quoting
for industrial roofs. These ensure that the correct product is chosen, number BC221
©iStockphoto.com – Ray.Harriman
products rely on weather cycles for the right reasons.
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In Depth: Roofing, Cladding & Insulation
BC225
RECYCLING AND WASTE MANAGEMENT TRIUMPH
The Partnership of Kingspan Insulation, E.ON, Wetherby Building Systems and Entec UK
triumphed at the 2011 Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management awards which took place
in May. The award for best waste management initiative in the commercial and public sector
recognised the work undertaken by the partnership to deliver zero waste to landfill to a 206 house
CESP project for Dudley Council. The eighth annual awards honoured a range of achievements
across the industry, covering areas such as innovation and design in waste management and
success in recycling and reuse. John Garbutt, MD for Kingspan Insulation said: “We were delighted
that the partnership received this award, especially as this project resulted from the interest of key
personnel in each company in developing a better approach to waste management.”
BC226
CLADDING, NATURALLY
Maibec timber cladding from
The A. Proctor Group has been
installed onto a project at Trewhiddle
Leisure Village in St. Austell,
Cornwall. Maibec is a natural
softwood timber, with an unrivalled
50-year warranty against rot and
decay, and an 18-year warranty
against peeling and blistering of the
stained finish. The 18-year warranty
can be extended by a further 15 years
provided the timber is re-coated
within the original 18-year period.
BC227
FREESTANDING RAILING
Easyguard permanent freestanding
handrails from SAFETYWORKS &
Solutions are suitable for roof
perimeters or the designation of access
ways and fire escape routes, and are
suitable for both retrofit and new build.
As Easyguard is non-penetrative
(freestanding), it alleviates the need
for weather proofing around posts
and eliminates the risk of future leaks
associated with penetrative systems.
The design is flatfooted and slides
easily underneath rooftop obstructions,
therefore providing minimal trip hazard.
Easyguard is galvanised to BS/EN 1461,
and is also available powder coated
over galvanised steel. Enquiry Number BC17
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18 Extended Cladding Feature
Next generation insulation

The Code for Sustainable Homes is helping to drive up
thermal efficiency in new build properties, but what
about improving the performance of existing
properties? John Richards, sales and marketing
director at Ibstock, looks at how the latest
developments in brick-based MMC solutions provide
an alternative to traditional cladding, which can
reduce the heating and cooling requirements of
a property, and make a real difference to the
performance of lightweight structures in particular...
R
efurbishing a property or housing stock can deliver significant specifically designed for the renovation and thermal insulation of
benefits in terms of thermal efficiency, aesthetic appearance domestic buildings, combines an attractive brick slip with a highly
and meeting health and safety regulations. A well designed durable insulation board to give the appearance of traditional brick
and executed refurbishment will also help bring households work, while improving the U-values of the building to as low as
up to decent homes standards. 0.25W/m²K, or better, and eliminating cold bridging.
One of the quickest, easiest and most cost effective ways to do These next generation systems use real clay brick slips that have all
this is to improve the building’s insulation. With over 26% of the UK's the durability and protection of brick, but in an easy-to-use tile format,
carbon dioxide emissions coming from household consumption, just 20mm thick, making a real difference to the performance of
improving a home’s insulation is also a great way to significantly lightweight structures in particular.
reduce these emissions, as well as minimise heating bills. As well as reducing energy bills, systems also qualify for grants
Dated techniques including the Community Energy Saving Programme (CESP) and the
Cavity wall insulation has proven to be an effective method of Carbon Emission Reduction Target (CERT), which means councils can
improving a property’s insulation. However, for the 6.2 million houses improve homes without disruption and at a reduced cost.
built without cavities and typically poor insulation, a common option Looking the part
has been to insulate the interior walls at the expense of room area These systems are suitable for enhancing the appearance and thermal
and decorative features. This involves significant disruption to the performance of solid masonry walls such as brick, concrete block,
homeowner, as well as the creation of cold bridges at floor and ceiling render, or precise concrete, and pro-longs a building’s useful life.
levels. They are also quick and easy to install, with minimal disruption to
Another frequently used alternative is to use an insulated render the homeowner or tenant.
system on the exterior walls. Unfortunately, this can dramatically Available in a range of standard and premium brick slips to suit
change the appearance of a home and often requires regular virtually any location, leading systems provide long life performance,
maintenance and redecoration. with a 25 year system guarantee. As well as offering excellent durability,
Innovative alternative they can add to the overall fire protection performance of the building.
To provide an aesthetically pleasing, yet cost effective solution, They are also manufactured at energy efficient factories across the UK,
manufacturers have developed a new insulated external wall cladding minimising CO2. Made from abundant natural materials, systems are
system which produced to ISO 14001 environmental standards, which means a low
enables solid wall impact on the environment.
constructions to A green commitment
be insulated, while With legislation such as the Code for Sustainable Homes, the Decent
still maintaining Homes Standard and Part L in place, the Government and the building
the traditional industry now has a commitment to increase the thermal efficiency of
brick finish buildings over the coming years. With cavity
characteristic of wall and loft insulation only tackling half the
Britain’s built problem, new alternative solutions like brick-
environment. based exterior cladding solutions need to be
The system, developed.
which has been The latest in brick based MMC solutions
provide a cost-effective, high performance
solution to refurbishment, which also creates
attractive, desirable and sustainable properties;
a strong combination that would be difficult to
match using
ENQUIRIES alternative
insulation materials
For more information and methods.
about Ibstock use any
of the enquiry methods
IMAGES:
below quoting code The process of
BC250 installing Brickshield
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Retrofit cladding for energy efficiency

Any refurbishment project needs to pay close attention to energy efficiency –
Denise Freeman, head of marketing at Sto looks at how External Wall Insulation
systems provide a solution...
panels could be cut accurately on site to accommodate any

irregularities in the old structure. A foam adhesive fixing system was
used to maximise the thermal performance of the insulation, to reduce
installation time and to eliminate the possibility of thermal bridging
through the use of mechanical fixings.
A small number of mechanical fixings were used as a belt and
braces approach, and these were counter sunk into the blocks with the
hole being plugged by expanding foam. All gaps between and behind
the blocks have been similarly filled to prevent any air movement within
the insulation that could reduce its effectiveness.
Architect Prewett Bizley was aiming to achieve U-values for the
external walls of 0.12W/m2K, and airtightness of 0.8m3/hr/m2, which
This project in Balham, South London, demonstrates how a leaky, 100 year old is over 12 times better than the Building Regulations demand.
building can achieve Passivhaus standards after a significant refurbishment The main difficulty with retrofitting EWI to an older property like this
occurs at the roofline. Edwardian houses often have shallow, clipped
W
ith Building Regulations setting strict criteria for the eaves and verges that offer no overhang to protect insulation below. In
energy efficiency of new buildings, the bigger challenge is this installation, the architect decided not to alter the roof itself, but
how to bring existing buildings up to similar standards. instead to design a super-wide gutter that could be fixed at the eaves
With 35-40% of heat lost through walls, clearly a critical and would act as a giant stop bead for the insulation.
element is going to be improving the U-values of external walls. Windows can also present challenges. The insulation can be lapped
The cladding system that achieves this with complete design flexibility over the fixed frame of windows which has the dual benefit of reducing
is External Wall Insulation (EWI). the visual bulk of the frames and alleviating thermal bridging at this
The basic principle of any EWI is straightforward – a layer of point.
insulating material is fixed to the existing wall of a structure and In the Balham project, the window reveals were also splayed to
covered with a high-quality render to finish the façade. achieve better daylighting and were finished in a special smooth, bright
However, individual EWI applications will vary hugely depending white render to present a slightly more refined appearance reminiscent
on the insulation material, the fixing method and the impact resistance of the treatment on Victorian and Georgian reveals.
of the rendered surface. The adhesive fixing system used in this project is good for relatively
One recent project in Balham, South London, demonstrates how flat walls – minor irregularities can be accommodated and the speed
a leaky 100, year old building can achieve Passivhaus standards after with which the fixing is achieved is another major attraction.
a significant refurbishment. In other applications, however, mechanical fixings will be required.
Like millions of other similar terraced houses, the front face of Where there are significant irregularities in the façade, a mechanical
this building needed to remain visually unchanged to fit in with the fixing system where each fixing can be
traditional streetscape. However, the rear elevation was not only individually adjusted will allow for a
less visually sensitive, but also provided some specific challenges. perfectly flat finish. ENQUIRIES
The internal spaces of the building are hardly generous, so taking EWI has always provided an For more information
away any floor space for internal insulation would have made the aesthetically appealing and energy about Sto use any of
rooms impossibly small. To achieve the lowest possible U-value, efficient façade for new buildings, but at the enquiry methods
the obvious solution here was to use EWI on the rear elevation. Sto we are increasingly finding that the below quoting
The thick EPS expanded polystyrene used in the chosen system focus is on providing solutions to bring number BC251
proved to be the most suitable insulation for this project. The large older buildings up to standard.
Enquiry Number BC18
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FULL-FILLING BC229
BC228
EXPECTATIONS
P-P-P-PERFECT The first-ever rolls of mineral
SOLUTION FOR wool insulation to fully fill
PENGUIN BEACH cavity walls in houses
London Zoo’s main gift have been launched by
shop next to its new Superglass. Superwall
exhibit, Penguin Beach, Roll 36 is so named because
has been extended to of its lambda performance of
double its size. The extended area of the shop will benefit from the energy- 36 (0.036W/mK). Due to the
saving properties of Dow Floormateä insulation supplied by Panel width of its two production
Systems. It was important on this project that the floor insulation met all lines, Superglass is the only UK manufacturer capable of producing the product
thermal performance requirements and that it could be supplied and fitted in three, 455mm widths in one roll. The product is cost-effective, is BBA-approved
quickly to meet the tight build schedule, so the gift shop could open in time and possesses excellent green credentials. Manufactured almost entirely (84%)
for the Summer season. Architect Wharmby Kozdon specified Styrofoam from recycled glass bottles, it is CFC and HCFC free, has zero ODP and GWP, and
Floormate 300-A grade floor insulation for the new shop that has a floor is BRE Green Guide rated to A+. It also performs well acoustically, as well as
area of 500m2, which is suitable for medium to heavy foot traffic, as the reducing the risk of Part L under-performance by thermal bridging – the new rolls
shop attracts over 1m visitors per year. Floormate, which is manufactured reduce the number of joins required and, therefore, potential gaps caused during
from Styrofoam extruded polystyrene, was selected for its high compressive installation. Superwall will reduce installation times as the roll is quicker to install
strength, durability and its excellent thermal performance. than traditional rigid insulation.
BC230 BC231
AWARD WINNING ROOF THERMAL X-FACTOR
IKO, in conjunction with Central Roofing Kingspan Thermaroof TR26
and Building Services, has won the LPC/FM roofing insulation
Reinforced Bituminous Membrane from Kingspan Insulation
category at The Roofing Awards Annual has been used on the
Congress, presented by the NFRC, on £165m, Phase II expansion
20 May in Brighton. Leicester Royal of London’s first ICC and
Infirmary, a refurbishment project, world-class exhibition and
required a full site survey to the roof of conference venue, ExCeL
the COD building (Central Operating London, which hosted ITV’s X Factor auditions in its 5,000 seat auditorium, BC232
Department), to establish and confirm within hours of its completion, on time and on budget. 29,000m2 of the high RECYCLED VENTILATION
the extent of failure experienced with performance insulation board were installed beneath a Sarnafil mechanically- A quick and straightforward way of
the existing waterproofing system. fastened, single ply membrane. Ian Coverdale, technical director of Hathaway providing statutory ventilation where
IKO’s Mach One bituminous, single Roofing, whose company carried out the installation on the project, explained a flat roof abuts a masonry wall is now
layer membrane system was chosen why Kingspan Thermaroof TR26 LPC/FM was specified: “We regularly use possible using the Type RAV-FL from
because of its flame free/cold applied TR26 and are very happy with the product characteristics and installed finish. Cavity Trays. An environmentally
installation, which would provide On ExCeL London’s Phase II, there were specific material batch and delivery considerate product, manufactured
minimal disruption and waste, while requirements, special board sizes and differing thicknesses required. Because from recycled post-consumer waste
preventing potential risk to patients of the sheer quantity of TR26 boards to be delivered to site, we phased the material, the Type RAV-Fl is a hinged,
and the surrounding wards. roof areas, ordering materials by phase and with specific delivery dates, moulded profile incorporating insect
to minimise material build-up on site. Kingspan were in possession of our resistant ventilation slots. It is supplied
programme and were able to manufacture and deliver materials accordingly. in long lengths and, when opened flat
Of the two membrane roof build-ups listed in the original specification, both like a book, can be easily and swiftly
had specific acoustic requirements and were originally listed as rock fibre screw fixed onto a timber upstand,
specifications. Our preference was to use PIR board in the larger areas battened off the masonry wall.
for speed of installation and we were able to demonstrate that a build-up The result is a weather-protected
incorporating the TR26 product would perform well, acoustically, in the arrangement that permits airflow
general areas. The project was a great success for HRL and this is down to conforming with the Building
detailed planning and a good logistical contribution from Kingspan.” Regulation requirements.
Enquiry Number BC19
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BC233
NEW TECHNICAL LITERATURE AVAILABLE
Pittsburgh Corning has updated its website to include a new range of technical literature aimed at specifiers of its FOAMGLAS
cellular glass insulation. After gaining valuable customer feedback, the latest literature includes information on insulation for the
entire building envelope, façades, interiors, flat roofs, metal and special roof systems. FOAMGLAS insulation offers specific
performance advantages for roofing systems and, as such, specifiers can select a brochure dedicated to flat, metal and special
roofs including green roof systems. All brochures explore how FOAMGLAS can insulate and protect a variety of roofs for the
lifetime of the building and include project examples. The brochures look at how FOAMGLAS insulation can play a key part in the
Envelope construction and its contribution towards improvement on sound, fire, thermal mass and sustainability performance.
All FOAMGLAS products are manufactured from 68% recycled glass, they are impervious to moisture, have a non-combustible
(Euroclass A1) core and offer high compressive strength. Furthermore, FOAMGLAS will not degrade over time and once installed
should never require replacement.
BC234
AS BOLD AS BRASS
Nordic Brass copper alloy cladding,
from Luvata, has helped to define
the strong architectural character
of a major new research centre in
Midlothian, Scotland. The choice of
Nordic Brass was based upon how
the patination would develop with
age, adding to the statement of
permanence for this landmark
façade. Luvata’s Nordic Green
pre-patinated copper was also
used to clad the curved walls
of the auditorium.
BC235
SHIP SHAPE
Architects and builders alike are under
increasing pressure to choose reliable,
environmentally kind products that
won’t break the budget. Celuform,
as one of the largest global
manufacturers of PVCu/PVCue roofline
and cladding products, has made
significant investment to ensure it
can supply everything specifiers need
from fascias and soffits to dry verge
systems and eaves protection. One of
the most popular products from the
company is Celutex, the 100% calcium
organic shiplap cladding with an
effective wood grain appearance Enquiry Number BC20
suitable for refurbishment.
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22 Extended Cladding Feature
Grey is green
Stephen Maddalena, Architectural Cladding
Association chair and Shaun Brown, chair of
the Structural Precast Association, discuss
how precast concrete can be a suitable
sustainable option...
T
he two adjectives that always crop up in any discussion of the The redevelopment of John Perryn School in Acton, London, has
construction industry today are sustainable and green, and demonstrated the benefits of recycling. This 420-place primary school
one noun that sits comfortably with both of these is concrete. and 25-place nursery is combined with a fully integrated children’s
Of course, at a time of recession, value for money becomes centre, providing shared accommodation for a variety of community
an important requirement as well, which explains why precast concrete uses. Whole life costs were considered at every stage of the project and
continues to grow in popularity and dominance. Among the many one of the key drivers for the project was the reduction in energy use.
reasons for this are its faster erection time, higher quality, and the Willmott Dixon opted for precast concrete because of factors such as
intrinsic lifetime energy reductions from its thermal mass. fire resistance, flexibility, high quality, and instant working platform.
Techniques such as crosswall construction, modular construction With an integrated, low-energy strategy, the design achieves a 51.9%
and flat-pack construction – all making use of precast concrete – reduction in CO2 over current building regulations and scores a
are being adopted for a whole range of projects. BREEAM Very Good rating. Some 90% of the demolished school
The seriousness with which these topics are being taken is building was recycled or used as piling materials. Its integrated, low-
underlined by the news that from May 2011 all members of British energy design strategy incorporates thermal mass, night-time cooling,
Precast have been required to sign up to the Federation’s Sustainability cross-ventilation and high levels of daylighting, while a ground-source
Charter. This made it the first construction trade body to take such a heat pump provides 43% of the total heating load of the building, using
stance – all part of its Raising the Bar initiative aimed at improving all renewable energy to heat water for the underfloor heating system.
aspects of the industry. The drive to reduce embodied and operational In addition, a sustainable drainage system was constructed and
carbon is fully integrated into its programmes, and progress is reported natural ventilation to all classrooms was made possible by using stack
annually with the publication of key performance indicators. ventilation chimneys working in conjunction with a large proportion of
For decades architectural cladding has been the pride of the precast openable windows. To meet the ambitious sustainability targets of 10%
sector, renowned for its high quality. Today the choice of finishes has of on-site renewables – the actual figure achieved was 15% – and 40%
never been wider. New techniques have incorporated graphics into carbon reductions above current Building Regulations, the design team
the concrete itself and glazing is now commonly installed as part of the worked with precast concrete supplier Buchan Concrete to develop a
production process. The latest insulation innovations can be precast panel system. This robust solution offered thermal mass,
incorporated into sandwich panels and services, such as plumbing, natural ventilation and exceptional acoustics.
electrical circuits and IT cabling, are routinely pre-installed in panels. Another example is the £30m Hope Academy project at Newton le
Externally, solar gain can be minimised by the incorporation of brise Willows in Lancashire. Designed by Robinson Architects to be one of
soleil, shutters and shading features. While internally, comfort and the most sustainable schools in the country, it includes biomass boilers
health can be improved by exploiting the thermal mass of concrete and wind turbines for renewable energy generation and photovoltaic
and the managed purging of stale air. cells. Its external cladding features precast concrete wall panels
Selecting precast concrete early in a project’s development because of their inherent robustness, durability, thermal mass and low
provides a much better chance of achieving key sustainability maintenance. Such panels are also non-combustible and provide
objectives – such as those for energy use, resource efficiency, waste efficient and economic sound control.
management and transport emissions. Early discussions between The precast panels are also visually attractive, having been cast from
the project team and the manufacturer enable good practice to be patterned mould formers using a black concrete mix that includes
designed in: this builds confidence, is much more cost-effective than china clay tip sand, a byproduct of the extraction of china clay (kaolin)
trying to do so later and ensures that opportunities are not missed as from granite, which introduces an element of sparkle into their etched
the project progresses. Manufacturing members of the Architectural surface finish. These panels, by The Marble Mosaic Co at Weston-
Cladding Association regularly get involved in project discussions, super-Mare, are being cast in their low-energy, resource-efficient and
typically from RIBA Stage B onwards. They are accustomed to low-waste production facility by the company’s established skilled
explaining to designers and clients how they can get the best out workforce. A proven quality management system under BS EN ISO
of precast cladding products. 9001:2000 ensures high standards of craftsmanship, minimising
A glance at some recent projects whose success hinges on the waste. Procedures also make certain that materials are responsibly
use of precast concrete points to the material’s inherent versatility. sourced from abundant resources. For example, where timber
In Dover, for example, a £2m project to create a new 3,500m2 elements are used in moulds, they are made using FSC-certified
promenade – known as the Esplanade – connecting the eastern and materials and later sent to a waste wood recycling enterprise.
western docks at Dover has been completed. Designed by architect Of course, while green in ecological
Tonkin Liu, the project, which was officially opened on 4 November terms, the UK precast concrete industry ENQUIRIES
2010, is in the form of three waves: the Lifting Wave, a series of is far from green in experience, producing
sculptural ramps and stairs that rise and fall to connect the beach to over 35 million tonnes of products
the Esplanade; the Resting Wave, a sculptural retaining wall providing annually for the construction sector, worth For more information
sheltered spaces along the length of the Esplanade with weathered oak an estimated £2bn. This success – and about the ACA and
benches; and the Light Wave, a line of white columns to improve it is a success story – owes much to the SPA use any of the
lighting and safety. The lighting can be controlled to create a wave industry’s demonstrable awareness of enquiry methods
movement. The units, which were supplied by Thorp Precast, were its responsibilities and determination below quoting
manufactured with fibres instead of conventional rebar – a distinct to make precast concrete the most number BC252
advantage in a marine environment. acceptable face of construction.
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High Specification
Flat roof skylights
Access, Ventilation, Solar Control
SkyView Pyramid Horizon Walk on Internal walk on Aero Aero Access

NEW BROCHURE
NOW AVAILABLE
Sunsquare Limited offer a range of skylights including solutions for fixed units, hinged
opening with both electrical and manual opening mechanisms, roof top access, and
walk-on skylights. The entire range of standard skylights are manufactured from our
own suite of extruded aluminium profiles, which are all thermally broken with two
polyamide insulating sections. The framework of all products also benefits from our
unique Decorstop detail – which allows the plasterboard to be integrated within the
frame, so as to minimise internal sight lines.
Sunsquare Limited Tel : 0845 226 3172 sales@sunsquare.co.uk www.sunsquare.co.uk
Enquiry Number BC22
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PROVEN BC237
BC236
FOR METAL
MINIMISING SURFACES
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Klober Permo sec is
A new initiative launched by Gradient a vapour permeable
Flat Roofing is set to raise the bar for waterproofing barrier
waste management procedures used for use between metal
in the industry. The initiative offers a practical and proven system which standing seam roof
minimises the quantity of waste created at every stage of the design finishes and the deck.
and installation process, also helping to limit the resulting CO2 emissions. The five-layer membrane
Gradient’s ability to create a genuinely bespoke solution for every project is covers any unevenness,
central to the new scheme. It starts at the design stage where the insulation accommodates
boards are set out from the roof’s high points. This means that square movement between the
cutting is usually only required on the thinnest boards, which minimises the covering and substrate,
volume of any off-cuts. Gradient also advises customers on waste reduction prevents corrosion on
methods such as the use of half-boards, flat gutters, infills and the potential the underside of the metal and enables moisture to be channelled to the eaves.
to re-use large off-cuts. “Clear communication between ourselves and the Suitable for pitches over 3°, Permo sec has exceptional tensile strength and can
roofing contractor is another essential element,” added Gradient sales be laid over either rigid insulation or timber boarding. It is suitable for ventilated
manager Richard Milward. “This helps everyone to understand the and unventilated roofs, though a vapour control layer, such as Wallint 50, is
insulation scheme properly and make the installation process trouble-free.” invariably recommended on the warm side of the structure.
BC238 BC239
GREEN COMMITMENT TOWERING OVER
Knauf Insulation is launching a new OLYMPIC PARK
addition to its roofing and flooring Ardmore Construction is currently
applications within its extruded installing a mixture of unitised and
polystyrene insulation Polyfoam range. traditional curtain walling from
The extended portfolio has been architectural aluminium systems
developed to meet the needs of supplier Kawneer on one of the tallest
tightening thermal Building Regulations, residential buildings to be built in BC240
as well as reducing the Global Warming London. Kawneer’s AA201 unitised or GREEN CLIMBERS
Potential (GWP) of each product, in line modular/off-site curtain walling will be Kingspan Insulated Panels has
with the company’s commitment to designed and installed by specialist moved up nine places to achieve 29th
greener practices. The new product, contractor Architectural Glazed place in the Sunday Times Green List.
Polyfoam ECO, has been introduced to Façades on the fourth to 43rd storeys The complete list, published in the
the Roofboard and Floorboard range, of the landmark Halo Tower at 150 High Sunday Times on 12 June, results
which has first-rate thermal Street, Stratford while the traditional from a questionnaire completed by
performance, as well as being stick-system AA110 mullion-drained both the management and employees
lightweight and easy to handle and curtain walling with 65mm sightlines of companies across the UK.
install. Manufactured in the UK, it will feature on the ground to third levels. The survey gave 70% of the marks
achieves a GWP of less than five and The tallest building in the UK to feature Kawneer’s curtain walling, the Halo to company performance and 30%
an Ozone Depletion Tower will offer panoramic views over the city and Olympic Park. It is one to reflect the employees’ views.
Potential (ODP) of six new residential buildings, all over seven storeys, being built by Ardmore Kingspan’s independent employee
of zero. Construction for Genesis Housing Association. Delivery architect KDS assessment concluded: “Employees
Associates said: “The façade is designed to express verticality and provide say their friends and family think their
interest by the introduction of coloured spandrels, which fade from dark company is green, giving a positive
to light blues to the rear and upwards. To reduce the appearance of green score of 70%. They also think
distinct horizontal bands, four transition zones are introduced to soften Kingspan’s eco credentials are
colours where they change vertically. “Natural ventilation to each living becoming more important to
space and bedroom is provided by purge ventilators located behind aluminium customers (84%) and that they
perforated screens running the full height of the tower.” help the firm win business (83%).”
Derbigum Waterproofing from Alumasc to the Rescue

A Derbigum waterproofing system from Alumasc has played a key role in an upmarket warehouse
conversion at Boss House in the Shad Thames District of London. Alumasc worked closely with
Lamberts Chartered Surveyors and Derbigum approved installer Tower Asphalt Ltd to upgrade the
existing 14-year-old roof.
Designed for situations requiring time efficiency and high performance, Derbigum was ideal for
Boss House with 1600m2 of 4mm Derbigum Mineral Charcoal Waterproofing installed over the
existing standing seam roof, using timber packers fixed into the metal purlins.
Derbigum has proven durability and is a BBA approved, fully warranted system. It is quick and easy
to apply with options available for completely flame-free, high speed spray installation (in excess of
1000m2 per day).
Alumasc Exterior Building Products Ltd

Tel: 0808 100 2008 | Email: info@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk | Web: www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
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26 Feature
Hybrid solutions
for solid walls
Steve Smith, market manager, residential new build at Knauf
Insulation, looks at two systems for upgrading the thermal
efficiency of solid walls, using internal and external insulation –
and considers when a hybrid solution might just be the answer.
T
here is no escaping the fact that if we are to meet the caused by surface condensation, which had damaged the walls and
Government’s ambitious targets of reducing carbon emissions caused mould and damp. Since installing the IWI system, Sue has
to 50% of 1990 levels by 2027, then drastic changes must take noticed a dramatic improvement in her living conditions: the house
place in the way we heat our homes. feels much warmer, retains the heat for longer and
With such stringent targets set surface condensation no longer occurs.
for energy reduction, the For some properties, it is worth
construction industry cannot looking into a hybrid
afford to ignore the thermal solution that utilises
inefficiencies that exist in the both EWI and IWI
UK’s housing stock. Housing systems. This would
accounts for about 27% of the maximise the
UK’s carbon emissions, so benefits offered by
improving the efficiency of each system and
existing stock will have a far For some properties, it is give the specifier a
greater impact on the emissions worth looking into a hybrid far greater choice in
target than building sustainable solution that utilises both choosing the right
new homes. EWI and IWI systems application for the
The Department of Energy and particular building.
Climate Change estimates that there are For example, in
14 million insulation measures like loft, properties where it is not
cavity and solid wall applications to be appropriate to alter a building’s
carried out in Britain’s homes. Insulating loft façade, such as in a conservation area, IWI
and cavity walls is a fairly straightforward can be used to efficiently insulate the street-facing
process, but for the nine million or so hard-to- wall without changing the building’s appearance. Often, the same
treat homes where these measures are not limitations do not apply to the rear of the property, so EWI can provide
appropriate, the application becomes a bit an effective solution for the rear elevations, without further disruption
more tricky. to the building’s occupants.
To upgrade the thermal efficiency of a solid wall requires an The flexibility of the IWI, EWI and hybrid systems mean that for
insulation layer to be installed either on the internal surface (Internal every solid wall there is a solution. In Sue’s property, IWI was the most
Wall Insulation, commonly known as IWI), or on the outer surface of the suitable choice, but ultimately both systems provide a suitable method
wall, (External Wall Insulation, commonly known as EWI) and both of upgrading existing solid wall constructions on their own merits.
techniques are efficient and flexible in the right circumstances. This gives specifiers a greater choice and flexibility in choosing the right
The fact that EWI can be installed without disturbing the building’s system to meet the requirements of the project under consideration,
interior is one of its key benefits and makes it particularly suitable for in particular where both EWI and IWI systems need to be installed on
large properties and blocks of flats, where internal wall insulation may the same building, due to structural or aesthetic limitations placed
not be an option. Many of the EWI systems available have also been upon the building.
designed to last the lifetime of the property, helping to protect the
building structure from the effects of weathering, thereby extending
the life of the building. The flexibility of EWI also allows it to be installed
over a variety of existing substrates including brick, stonework,
concrete and concrete blocks. In addition, it provides the opportunity
to enhance and upgrade the appearance of existing properties.
On the other hand, for those buildings where EWI is not the preferred
option, IWI systems provide the solution, delivering high levels of
thermal performance cost effectively and without having to alter the
exterior appearance of the building. ENQUIRIES
The flexibility of the IWI system gives the installer the opportunity
to install on a room-by-room basis, or as part of a whole building
refurbishment plan. For more information
Case study about Knauf Insulation
Knauf Insulation’s Thermoshell IWI system was recently installed use any of the enquiry
during the refurbishment of a Victorian property in London. methods below
Homeowner, Sue Wheat was looking to reduce the carbon footprint of quoting code
her family home and improve thermal efficiency. As an older property, Since installing the IWI system, Sue has noticed BC254
a dramatic improvement in her living conditions
the house is built with solid brick walls and suffered from problems
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BC242
STATE-OF-THE-ART STONE
Alsecco rainscreen cladding has been
specified by D5 Architects of Birmingham for
the major development of the new terminal at
Portsmouth International Port. The architect
was looking for a highly durable material that
also gave a natural variation to its finish
providing warmth and depth of colour.
Working closely with the Port, D5 identified
BC241 Alsecco’s Airtec Natural Stone as it could
CRAFTY TILING provide all these qualities, plus the added
Rosemary Clay Craftsman tiles from benefit of being considerably lighter than
Redland were chosen to complete the solid stone.
roof of the refurbishment of Victorian
buildings at the Building Research
Establishment. The purpose of the
project is to trial a range of solutions BC243 A WARM AND COOL FUTURE FOR THE SAVOY
to bring a solid wall building up to Kingspan Insulated Panels have been used in a £220m retrofit of London’s
modern thermal insulation standards, glamorous Savoy Hotel, which has resulted in the building being returned to its
while at the same time keeping the Edwardian and Art Deco splendour. The very latest in pre-engineered, insulated
original character of the design. To this panel technology from Kingspan Insulated Panels was used to create new roofing
end, as many of the original roof tiles for the Thames Room and the Beaufort Bar in the foyer area of the hotel. 240m2 of
as possible were re-used. Redland was Kingspan KS1000 Lo-Pitch (LP), a high specification low pitched roof system and
contacted to supply the remainder, approximately 150m2 of KS1000 RW, a through fixed trapezoidal profiled system,
as its Rosemary Clay Craftsman tiles both in Goosewing Grey Kingspan XL Forte were installed at the hotel. As with other
faithfully reproduce the warm rustic Kingspan panels, KS1000 LP and RW provide exceptional thermal performance,
texture of the Victorian hand-made with an airtightness of 5m3/hr/m2 over the lifetime of the insulation. While the
products. “There will always be a place KS1000 LP and RW panels are conserving heat at the hotel, in another part of the
for traditional clay tiles, particularly building, similar panels have been used to create a new cold storage area, using
in refurbishment projects or Kingspan Insulated Panels’ Modular Box, which combines very high levels of
conservation areas,” said product guaranteed thermal performance with ease of assembly and a fully supported
manager Steve Rose. fast track service.
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BC245
A SAFE OPTION
BC244
Catnic has recently
SOLID WALL SOLUTION supplied 250 sheets of its
Knauf Insulation is launching expanded security metal,
its ThermoShell External Wall SecuraMesh, to Hillside
Insulation (EWI) system, Neighbourhood Centre in
as an effective method for upgrading Huyton, Liverpool.
solid masonry walls, while delivering high levels of thermal The product was installed
performance. Knauf Insulation’s ThermoShell EWI System is a cost-effective, on the roof of the centre to
solid wall solution that avoids any internal disruption, so it is particularly help safeguard entry from
suitable for large residential properties, flats and office buildings, where unwanted intruders.
installing internal wall insulation is not an option. The system has been Brandon Wright of Bramall Construction commented: “This new centre required
designed for the lifetime of the property, protecting the existing façade a form of security which was not only concealed, but also provided robust
from the effects of weathering and extending the longevity of the building. protection from any attempts of forced entry. SecureMesh provided a perfectly
Installing the ThermoShell system also provides the opportunity to enhance hidden, cost-effective solution, which met our exacting requirements.”
and upgrade the appearance of existing properties. The flexibility of Knauf Manufactured in the UK, Catnic’s SecuraMesh stops intruders in their tracks by
Insulation’s EWI system means it can be installed over a variety of existing defending premises against forced entry. The discreet security mesh, or security
substrates from brick and stonework and concrete, to clay blockwork. lath as it is sometimes known, are sheets of expanded steel mesh that prevent
The system can upgrade a property to current Building Regulation thermal penetration from intruders thanks to its diamond mesh profile that is too small
standards and beyond, reducing carbon dioxide emissions and energy bills. for bolt cutters and too strong for hand cutters.
BC246 BC247
VIP VISITOR TO RECTICEL COASTAL PROTECTION
A visit to Recticel Insulation Alsecco’s external wall
Products in Stoke, by shadow insulation was specified by
chancellor Ed Balls, has focussed John Pardey Architects for the
attention on the record of success that construction of this modern
the company has achieved since it accommodation, designed to
began operating there just over three take maximum advantage of BC248
years ago. Ed Balls toured the Recticel the magnificent views across STILL GOING STRONG
site at Meir Park where he was able to Chichester Harbour in Marley Eternit is celebrating the tenth
view the various processes used to Hampshire. The Pooley House anniversary of one of its most popular
manufacture the Recticel insulation sits alongside a run of seaside tiles – the Edgemere interlocking slate.
board products, from initial mixing of houses, which hint at Art Deco Still going strong after ten years, the
the components through to the strict style and form part of the Edgemere design was one of the first
quality control procedures. "I very Chichester Harbour AONB. concrete tiles on the market launched
much enjoyed visiting Recticel The client required the architect to concentrate on the first floor aspect to to meet specifier demand for thinner,
Insulation and was impressed with the exploit the extensive sea view. This was achieved with a cedar-clad box that flatter roofing solutions. Its clean and
quality and efficiency of the operation straddles a masonry base, accommodating the open-plan living space precise slate-like appearance is
there,” he commented. combined with outdoor decks. Alsecco’s Basic 1 external wall insulation enhanced by the thin leading edge and
system was chosen by John Pardey to ensure a robust and weatherproof finish broken-bond laying technique. Charlotte
to the ground floor construction ensuring high values of thermal efficiency and Hughes, campaign manager at Marley
protection from the coastal weather. The Basic 1 system was specified with Eternit, said: “While traditional concrete
120mm-thick expanded polystyrene insulation with a white Silitect T1.5mm tiles can appear less than streamlined,
finish. The architect worked closely with Chichester Harbour Conservancy and our Edgemere tiles challenge this as the
the Environment Agency to ensure the design was sympathetic to its coastal thin leading edge reduces the perceived
surroundings. John Pardey commented: “We have specified Alsecco external thickness when installed and are
wall insulation on a number of larger residential projects. The fine finish designed to minimise the appearance
provided by the Silitect coating ensured the exact look we wanted to achieve of the interlock. They are also lighter
for this project and, more importantly, offered great weathering properties, in weight, as they use 25% less raw
vital for this coastal location.” material than a standard concrete tile.”
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PVA for priming – good

practice or a bad habit?
Chris Murphy, Instarmac technical director, explains the importance
of priming, and the risk associated with using PVA...
P
rimers play an important role in preparing surfaces prior to the failure depends on the type of PVA used and the film thickness of the
application of cementitious tile adhesives. They help to reduce PVA polymer left on the surface of the substrate. It will also depend on
the porosity of high absorbent substrates, which prevents the the application – vertical wall applications are more vulnerable as they
rapid suction of water out of the tile adhesive when applied. carry a downward gravitational pull due to the combined weight of
This in turn improves the bond strength at the interface between adhesive, grout and tile. This will add additional stress to the weak
adhesive and substrate. Where thorough preparation of all substrates primer interface. However, the effect can still be found on horizontal
is vital to remove friable and weak surface materials, priming, as a part flooring applications.
of this operation, aids in consolidating the surface. Due to reactions While PVAs offer an economic option, for the reasons described,
that occur between plaster-based substrates and cement-based they can considerably increase the risk of
adhesives, correct priming acts as an interface between the two failure. It is therefore always advisable to ENQUIRIES
materials preventing direct contact and, therefore, preventing the risk follow the recommendations by choosing
of bond failure by reaction. the correct primer, which will ensure first For more information
It is important therefore, that when identifying the requirements for time successful fixing. about Instarmac use
tiling, that as much consideration is given to the choice of primer, if any of the enquiry
required, as is given to the choice of the correct adhesive and grout. methods below
Most tile adhesive manufacturers offer specially formulated primers IMAGES: Bathroom tiling at Roundhouse quoting code
based on acrylic polymers in the main. The recommendations for Barn holiday accommodation completed BC257
priming are a key part of the tile adhesive manufacturers’ instructions, with correct priming
but often too little attention is paid to these recommendations by the
user. It is common practice that PVA liquids are used as a universal
alternative. Priming is an area of our industry that is too often
misunderstood.
The market is flooded with PVA based products that contain varying
levels of PVA polymer. In choosing a general purpose PVA for priming,
the varying polymer levels will also vary the film thickness that remains
on the surface when the primer has dried. The overall thickness of the
dried film will depend on the choice of PVA product and the dilution
rate suggested by the supplier. More importantly, many PVAs have a
tendency to re-soften once dried, when brought back into contact with
moisture. This re-softening is the basis of many failures resulting from
the use of PVA primers.
Unfortunately, the use of tile adhesive will introduce water to the
dried film of
PVA and, as the
cement-based tile
adhesive cures by
hydration, it will
begin to harden
which, in turn, will
create a stress on
the interface with
the primer. This
crystallisation
curing process
taking place on a
now softened and
weak PVA
background has a
high potential of
reducing the
overall bond
strength between
the adhesive and
the substrate.
The end result
is likely to be
adhesion failure.
The level of the
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In Depth: Kitchens, Bathrooms & Washrooms
BC261
ARKA ADAPTS TO MODERN LIFE
BC260
AKW has once again proved that adapted bathroom
CONTEMPORARY products need not be stereotypically clinical in
ITALIAN STYLE appearance with the launch of its new stylish mixer
The work of designer Antonio shower – Arka. The company has developed a new
Pascale, the Meg 11 collection thermostatic bar mixer shower in a chrome finish
from Galassia introduces a softer proving that it is fully in tune with modern interiors
and more elegant line into the and understands the importance of inclusive design.
bathroom without sacrificing the Developed especially for the mobility and care market,
ideals of form and function that the shower is easy to use and can be a great addition to
are the legacy of minimalism. any modern bathroom. Arka holds TMV3 approval and
Rounded corners and sweeping features dual, independently operated flow and
lines are a feature of Meg 11, bringing the flair of Italian design into the temperature controls for safer use and an extended
bathroom. Meg 11 is a complete suite with baths, sanitaryware, shower hose length of 2m provides carers and users with extra
trays, furniture and accessories for the total bathroom experience. manoeuvrability when showering. Other features include
Basin options include one-piece floor and wall mounted versions in a range an adjustable shower head giving a choice of three spray
of sizes; wall hung or back-to-wall toilets and bidets and also a close patterns, a chrome soap dish for easy reach and a 1m
coupled toilet and cistern. To complete the bathroom design, Meg 11 chrome riser-rail. Its advanced thermostatic control, featuring override buttons
furniture includes wall hung vanity units and storage modules in high gloss and dual control temperature and flow settings suit all users and paddle
lacquer finishes. operating levels make showering even easier with limited dexterity.
BC262 BC263
A VIVID NEW LOOK FUNCTIONAL
Pegler Yorkshire is proud to SIMPLICITY
announce the arrival of a vivid new Beko has launched
model joining the celebrated Francis the Beko 21 range to
Pegler range as the Panacea takes celebrate the company’s
centre stage. Appropriately named first 21 years of business
after the Greek goddess of healing, in the UK. The new range
the Panacea range of mixers boasts a focuses on features and BC264
distinctly European vogue, to deliver a performance. Functional WINNING WETROOMS
design and a look that is new to the UK simplicity is visible in all The new Wetrooms website provides
market. Yet despite its design, Panacea details, including new panels, detergent drawers, handles and displays, which an in-depth wealth of information on
still retains a simple, yet stylish feature flowing horizontal lines intersected by distinctive vertical lines to the wetroom world. This one-stop
functionality, operating on low-to- create a blend of the contemporary and futuristic. To maximize ease of use, portal offers an insight into the biggest
medium pressure and retaining the new products feature easy-to-use controls, ergonomic panels with bigger range of wetroom products under one
adjustable flow straighteners and control buttons and easy-to-clean straight surfaces. Designed to complement roof. The Maxxus wet-deck and
click action waste on all basin options. most kitchen sizes and styles, the new Beko 21 series also meets current Minimax drain are now available,
The spout occupies one hole on the demands for performance and efficiency. The heart of the new Beko 21 design resolving the issues of high quality and
bath while the other is solely taken up is demonstrated through the changes to the 60 and 70cm cooling and freezing value. Maxxus facilitates level-access
by the handle, which ranges: elegant new door design, new low-profile water dispenser and a bright showering, relieving floor space and
turns on the new finish to the door balconies and freezer drawer fronts. The top optimising mobility with freedom of
water and compartment of the freezer has been modified, with the flap replaced by an movement. Easily the strongest of its
operates left easy-carry basket. The selection of washing machines has been expanded kind, Maxxus sustains a 470kg load
and right for temperature. to offer more models and features, as well as higher capacity models with over joists. Only 22mm thick,
Unlike most taps, which increased spin speeds. The dishwasher range continues to follow a simple installation time is reduced to one
use both holes for the one design approach. The free-standing category has two new additions: hour as no under-boarding or drain
unit, this way of operating the slim facia range, expanded to include an eight-programme model boxing is required. The Minimax drain
is unique to Panacea, with LCD display and a five-programme slim-line model. The brand projects only 62mm below Maxxus,
adding a touch of new 60cm free-standing cookers combine Beko 21 design features yet achieves a flow rate of 40L/min
unashamed elegance with the design principles of the recent built-in oven range. and is BBA approved.
to any bathroom.
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ANTI-BACTERIAL BC266
BC265
GRANITE
SHOWERING STYLE Carron Phoenix’s granite
Roca has reviewed and extended its sinks just got even better with
shower handset portfolio with seven new the introduction of the
designs, now offering a total of eleven Sanitized anti-bacterial system
handsets. The new designs start from across all of its granite
entry level through to top end, offering a products. This superb benefit
shower solution for all requirements and also comes free of charge,
all budgets. Targa and Esmai are Roca’s as no additional price premium
entry level handsets. Targa offers a clean and simple design with just one will be made for it – good news
function – a rain shower effect which converts fine water droplets into tiny for retailers looking to have an edge in a competitive market. The advanced
threads. Esmai offers an additional pulse function which omits intermittent Sanitized technology means that silver ions are embedded into Carron’s granite
fine jets of parallel flowing water. The Next range of handsets includes four material during the manufacturing process, providing long lasting, anti-bacterial
options – L1 & L3 which measure 80mm, and M1 & M3 which measure protection by reducing microbe growth by an impressive 99% according to
100mm. Next M1 and L1 both offer the rain function, whereas M3 and L3 independent testing, as well as preventing cross contamination. Sanitized is
both offer the rain and pulse functions as well as Aquair which combines also non-toxic, odourless and without taste giving an assurance of confidence.
water and air to give a soft foamy sensation for a truly relaxing experience. Neil Clark, sales and marketing director at Carron Phoenix said: “Sanitized gives
Finally, Trend is Roca’s high-end handset which offers a sleek, minimal our granite product yet another inherent benefit that can only help boost its
design with an extra large shower head measuring 120mm. appeal even more widely to consumers.”
BC267 BC268
HOT CHOCOLATE BATHROOM POD
As key trend looks revolve around CONTRACT FOR TERRAPIN
organic tones, warmth and harmony, Terrapin has secured a major
Carron Phoenix’s Espresso granite, contract to supply almost 400
launched a year ago, is strongly bathroom pods for a prestigious
coming into its own as the company housing development in east
reports a sharp rise in popularity for London, close to the Olympic Park.
this chocolate-based, pearlescent The £180m mixed-use Rathbone
colour. Whilst appearing like a solid Market development in Canning Town BC269
block of colour, on closer inspection, is set to revitalise the once famous GOLDEN CELEBRATION
the pearlescent particles in the shopping and market area, with new When Robert Willan came across an
granite gently refract the light, residential accommodation, retail automatic bidet toilet in Europe which
lending it a sophisticated dimension and state-of-the-art community answered the needs of his ageing and
and depth. Espresso is one of facilities. Terrapin’s bespoke less mobile parents, little did he
several granite colours available bathroom pods were specified for the envisage that a half century later his
along with Champagne, Oatmeal, first phase of the scheme, which find would have transformed the lives
Polar White, Platinum, Jet Black, includes 271 apartments and is due for completion by summer 2012. By opting of thousands of people in Britain.
Stone Grey and Graphite. for Terrapin’s bathroom pods, the contractor has been able to minimise the Marking its half-century, Total
need for skilled trades on site and time lost through co-ordinating them. Hygiene is unveiling its latest
The steel-framed pods are supplied complete with high specification Clos-o-Mat evolution, the Lima Vita,
sanitaryware, tiling and plumbing, ready for simple connection to the which responds to changing market
mains system. A further advantage is the reduction in the number of requirements. The wall-hung unit
deliveries needed at the site, which cuts down on disruption to motorists in complements today’s contemporary
this busy area of London, as well as nearby residents and traders. All of the bathroom styling, as well as enhancing
pods are energy efficient, have a high level of thermal performance and practicality when cleaning the
meet the requirements of the Code for Sustainable Homes and Lifetime bathroom or washroom. Both the
Homes. Designs include wheelchair accessible bathrooms, shower rooms Palma and Lima have an integral
and Jack and Jill bathrooms. Some have also been designed with windows douche and drier, eliminating the need
or supplied without floors to complement the layout of the apartments. to manually cleanse with toilet tissue.
NEW SOLOLIFT2 IS GENERATIONS AHEAD

Compact lifting stations have suffered a bad reputation, but the new generation is
here! Combining innovation with modern comfort, Grundfos’ SOLOLIFT2
macerator range is a giant leap in wastewater disposal. As the most powerful,
reliable and service-friendly lifting station on the market, SOLOLIFT2 offers you
easy installation and maintenance, while delivering outstanding removal of
wastewater to your customers, without the limitations of existing pipe work.
SOLOLIFT2 is the most service-friendly domestic macerator on the market. It’s
integrated lift-out motor and pump unit enables fast and clean repairs and service,
which means NO MORE DIRTY HANDS FOR YOU! With SOLOLIFT2 there is no need
to remove the appliance, drain off and disconnect the discharge pipe. Just open
the lid for easy access to clean, dry parts. And with its professional stainless steel
cutter, it can handle “foreign” articles like no other!
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Doors, Windows & Architectural Hardware
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To achieve full fire performance, doors must

be installed within an appropriately fire-rated frame
panel is wider than 450mm, other than for reasons of security, include
a vision panel. The vision panel should be installed towards the leading
edge of the door, and its vertical dimensions should include the
minimum visibility requirement. Vision panel options must meet fire
performance to 30 or 60-minute fire resistance where required.
> Limiting door opening forces allowing independent access through
a building.
Fire and acoustic performance
To achieve full fire performance, doors must be installed within an
appropriately fire-rated frame, the door and frame must be tested in
conjunction with each other and fitted with all necessary intumescent
Door materials along with an approved self-closing device. A 30-minute or

60-minute rating ensures the door withstands collapse, preventing
the passage of flames and hot gases to other areas.
Acoustic attenuation is an important consideration and can be
dilemmas
achieved to meet the requirements of Approved Document E of the
Building Regulations 2003. A sound reduction index of up to Rw 33dB
can be achieved when doors are fitted with appropriate perimeter
and threshold seals.
Materials
Wood-based products can be made from timber which is supplied
from sources that comply with either the Forestry Stewardship Council
Malcolm Stamper at SAS International (FSC) chain of custody, the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest
Certification Schemes (PEFC) or any other source that complies with
advises specifiers of the considerations the FSC standard for non FSC-Certified controlled wood.
to be made when choosing doors... Over 200,000 buildings around the world are certified under
BREEAM which requires that all timber is legally and responsibly
sourced. Check that a manufacturer and supplier holds both FSC
W
hen specifying doors, it is often the finish, material and and PEFC certification and is able to provide full chain of custody.
colour that immediately come to mind. However, whether CPL (Continuous Pressure Laminate) faced doors provide a durable,
in a new build or refurb project, the Building Regulation easy-to-clean product which also has consistent colour and uniformity
requirements presented at the design stage demand of grain providing an economical solution for areas with several doors
equal attention from the outset. or double doorsets. CPL door cores should also be FSC approved.
Approved Document M of the Building Regulations 2004 (Access to Natural wood veneers are also a popular choice and are available
and use of buildings) and Code of Practice BS 8300: 2001 (Design of from high-end manufacturers, they can include Ash, American Cherry
buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people) or Black Walnut and Oak.
set out provisions which must be made in both the public and private A much wider range of natural wood veneers are available through
sector. The provisions include the following: bespoke door manufacturers which offer greater flexibility in the
> Visual contrasts between doors, door frames and the surrounding selection of veneer species, the veneer cut
structure, and between door faces and door edges, which is defined and the assembly of the lay-on. The use of ENQUIRIES
by the document as a difference in light reflectance values exceeding laser cut inlays can enable logos and
For more information
30 points. motifs to be incorporated into the door
about SAS International
> Widths of access routes and doorways. The effective clear width is finish. In addition, paint finishes can also
use any of the enquiry
the width of the opening measured at right angles to the wall in which be applied, from priming costs through to
methods below quoting
the door is situated. fully finished RAL colours or British
number BC272
> All entrance doors and internal doors, where the door leaf or side Standard ranges.
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ESSENTIAL SAFETY BC276

BC275 Kingston Mills is an important
A BI-FOLDING town centre, riverside
LINIAR VISION development in Bradford on
Liniar has added a Avon, where a mix of houses
bi-folding window and apartments are being
system to its highly built by Linden Homes.
successful Bi-Fold Linden Homes specified
Plus range of doors. Dekordor oak veneered flush
The bi-fold window doors, from Vicaima’s
has many of the same design features, including slim sightlines Essential foil range for all internal doors, which have chain of custody
and concealed hardware. Because it is based on the same design as Bi-Fold certification (FSC). Over height doors (2,178mm high) were needed for some
Plus, it is also more energy efficient. The Bi-Fold Plus window is available in entranceways to allow maintenance access to the new technology exhaust air
a variety of configurations and is suitable for domestic, as well as heat pump boilers installed at this location. Dekordor is the contemporary
commercial applications. Liniar’s design director Adrian Redshaw alternative to outdated painted moulded skin doors, where the foil process
commented: “Our bi-folding window has the same advanced design as the provides a wood veneer effect that is consistent throughout, and is available in
successful Bi-Fold Plus range of doors. With narrower frames and dedicated ash, white, oak, maple, steamed beech, natural beech and wenge. It also offers
hardware, it is a complete bi-fold window system that is easy to fabricate a number of factory options, such as decorative face mouldings, grooving,
and install. With widths up to 6m, it is a contemporary solution for creating glazing options and performance fire doors. Vicaima is third party accredited
a large, clear opening in a variety of situations.” by both the BM TRADA Q-Mark and BWF-Certifire Fire Door Schemes.
BC277 BC278
A GLAZING SHOWCASE ACCESS SOLUTIONS
A new HQ for conservation charity HOPPE (UK) has launched
the Woodland Trust has used VELFAC its comprehensive new
glazing to actively contribute to energy ARRONE Access Solutions
efficiency across the building, resulting catalogue. The company
in a development which has achieved a continuously develops its
BREEAM Excellent rating. The building's access control solutions
external façades feature three-storey range to keep one step
high VELFAC glazing interspersed with ahead of an ever changing
timber cladding, evoking the spacing market, such as the
and verticality of woodland. The glazing evolution of new security
delivers maximum daylight to the open threats and changes to fire safety legislation. The latest catalogue provides
plan interior office space, with solar gain full details of its new products alongside its proven, established products to BC279
minimised by the use of solar controlled give architectural ironmongers and specifiers a solution for every application. DOUBLE REBATED DOORS
glass. The VELFAC system also Nigel Gray, HOPPE (UK) access control manager commented: “Access control Urban Front has launched its new
comprises manually opening and is a growing area with some hi-tech innovations in recent years, which have double rebated doors which offer
automatic windows which together play expanded the options for commercial doors where enhanced security, fire enhanced weather sealing and
a key role in the building's sophisticated safety and disabled access are priorities. In our new catalogue, we’ve performance. This new feature is now
natural ventilation system. complemented our key proximity kits for the most requested applications with standard on all of the company’s 3D
a new range of audio and video entry systems and the highly respected Alpro hinge door ranges, including the E70
range of mechanical and electro-mechanical devices.” In additipon, HOPPE and E90. Added to this, Urban Front
UK has been appointed as a new distributor for Fireco Dorgard. With the has introduced three new exciting
wedging-open of fire doors illegal and dangerous, Dorgard provides a simple front door designs. Each door comes
solution for holding open fire doors legally. It works by automatically closing with an anti-warping steel core, high
the door when the fire alarm sounds. Dorgard listens out for a continuous security locks, security keys, 3D and
sound of 65 decibels or higher. Once this sound has been identified, after pivot hinges, in five different timbers
approximately 14 seconds Dorgard will release the fire door and, under and a full factory finish. The pivot
the pressure of the overhead door closer, the door will close to seal the doors can also be ordered up to
area and prevent the spread of smoke and fire. 2,400 x 1,200mm.
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BC281
BC280 ANDERSEN
CURTAINS UP SCORES AN A
AT CAMBRIDGE Andersen Windows,
Curtain walling, distributed within the UK
windows and doors by Black Millwork, has
from Kawneer have developed the A-Series
been used on a key window and door system
building complex at Cambridge University. Two versions of Kawneer’s AA100 to provide even more
curtain walling, along with concealed window vents and series 190 and 350 choice and selection
doors, were installed over five months at the £18m Hauser Forum. for specifiers and
The Forum provides office and research facilities for small start-up housebuilders across pre-finished interiors, exterior trims and colours.
companies developing spin-off technologies from other university scientific The enhanced A-Series window and door system has been developed to offer
research programmes. While Kawneer’s 190 heavy-duty and 350 severe- more design options, improved performance and increased variety, while
duty commercial entrance doors (the latter for automated sliding doors) making every step easier, from specifying through to finishing. The range now
feature throughout the complex, the company’s AA100SSG (Structurally incorporates 11 exterior options, six exterior trim profiles, plus 12 interior options.
Silicone Glazed) curtain walling with mullion-drained sections has been Product alignment has been simplified to incorporate new sizes, configurations,
used on the café. In the café area, the curtain walling was required to span options and accessories to satisfy a broad appeal. Meanwhile, pre-finished
7.5m in height without intermediate support and includes glass-to-glass interiors and colour-matched exterior trim reduce painting and finishing labour.
corners with a maximum module of 1.2 x 1.8m width. Interior stops fasten without nail holes and can be removed easily.
BC282 BC283
BURGLAR RESISTANT IT’S ALL
The new Slimdrive SL WK2 sliding HUSH HUSH
door system from GEZE UK is fitted Titon has launched a
with additional components to aid new surface-mounted
security and prevent damage from noise reducing
vandalism, making it suitable for ventilator that is
entrances to banks, dispensing suitable for PVCu,
chemists, jewellers and petrol stations. timber and aluminium BC284
It can also be used internally to protect windows – the SF ADDED PROTECTION
rooms containing high value Sound Attenuator According to the Royal Society for the
equipment or objects. The burglary- Vent. Compatible with Prevention of Accidents (ROSPA),
resistant components include a floor standard 13mm slots, 30,000 children trap and seriously
guide with a reinforced support angle the vent provides injure their fingers in doors every year
bracket, which provides anti-lift excellent sound attenuation for its size and has a very competitive price, and more than 1,500 of these children
protection for the moving door leaf making it suitable for both new builds and retrofitting in domestic or will need surgery. The cost of litigation
and an electromechanical rod lock commercial installations. Unlike some competitor acoustic ventilators, the for such incidents can also be
that is integrated invisibly into the SF Sound Attenuator performs to the levels claimed and this is backed up by substantial. Leaderflush Shapland
profile system, which can be independent testing. Thanks to its clever design, the SF Sound Attenuator has developed a new finger and hand
connected to the building Vent reduces incoming noise while maintaining excellent levels of ventilation. protection doorset solution – Sentinel.
management system or alarm. Independently tested at a UKAS test house, the SF Sound Attenuator provides Sentinel uses a pivoted design with
up to 40 Dn,e,w in the open position and 50 Dn,e,w in the closed position. decorative timber elements as an
Combined with a compression closing action and a high performance integral part of the doorset and allows
gasket, the vent still performs to the highest standards even in adverse specifier’s and architects to achieve
weather conditions. To make specification simple, the SF Sound Attenuator outstanding performance, without
Vent and Canopy are available in a range of size combinations to suit a compromising designer architectural
variety of reveals, aesthetic preferences and required levels of attenuation. integrity. The ergonomic, smooth
For ease of installation, all vents fit over Titon’s SF, Trimvent Select or design has no dirt traps enabling easy
Trimvent Select Xtra slots. Paul Duke, technical manager at Titon said: cleaning and the lacquer contains an
“Here at Titon we are really pleased to offer an easy-to-install vent that antimicrobial additive for added
still performs to the standards required, and at a price that makes protection to meet present day
The system also incorporates an commercial sense too.” hygiene requirements.
anti-tilt roller carriage, reinforced floor
plate and slide protection and access
protection. Designed to prevent HIDDEN BENEFITS OF CONCEALMENT
opportunistic intruders, the door Samuel Heath’s Perko Powermatic controlled, concealed door closer is enjoying
system is tested to component increasing popularity with specifiers thanks to the fact that it is totally invisible when
resistance class 2 (WK2) in the door is closed. In addition to enabling designers to retain a clean, unhindered
accordance with DIN V EN V 1629 to appearance to the door, without intrusion from unsightly boxes
1630, proving it is capable of and mechanical devices, the benefits of concealment go far beyond aesthetic
withstanding entry attempts with WK2 considerations. A reduced opportunity for the door closer to be vandalised improves
class tools including screwdrivers, reliability of the door to close when needed, which is particularly important in times
pliers and wedges, as well as static and of emergency. Its ability to be mounted at low levels, and the fact that it is hidden
dynamic loads. Available for straight from view, also make Perko Powermatic suitable for anti-ligature applications and,
and curved sliding doors, the door finally, the absence of significant horizontal surfaces minimises exposure to germs
system is part of GEZE UK’s stylish and detritus, enhancing hygiene and simplifying cleaning. Perko Powermatic’s
Slimdrive range, where the operators technical performance credentials make the closer suitable for a wide variety of
are just 7cm high, ensuring they fit fire door applications in critical areas of buildings and in buildings where user safety
neatly onto any façade framework. BC285 and reliability of the door are of paramount importance.
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BC287
BC286 SUNSHINE ON
LOCKING FITCH A RAINY DAY
A new locking version of a traditional FAKRO’s FTP-V
fitch pattern sash fastener has been centre pivot roof
added to the Carlisle Brass range of window has been
Victorian-style interior and exterior door chosen along with its
and window fittings. The Locking Fitch Eurotop N35 vapour
Pattern Sash Fastener, available in polished chrome, polished brass and satin permeable underlay
chrome finishes, features a cleverly designed locking system operated using for installation in the
a supplied allen key. Suitable for both new build and retrofit solutions, the Celuplast Guardian
64 x 25mm fastener adds an extra measure of security to sash windows. Sunroom.
It also complements the other products in the range which include sash lifts, The Sunroom
casement fasteners, casement stays and handles. As with all Carlisle Brass combines the appearance of a tiled roof and the practicality of a conservatory
hardware, the fastener is the result of continuous innovation and focus on and can transform existing conservatories into rooms for year-round use.
product quality, durability and surface finish. It also features a full 10-year The roof is aesthetically superior to polycarbonate, but light in weight, with
mechanical guarantee. The Carlisle Design Group includes Carlisle Brass, streamlined tiles and cappings and a FAKRO FTP-V to provide added window
Euro Spec, Eurolite and Sterling Hardware. Ranges include door and window selection. With its operating handle in the base of the frame, the FTP-V’s sleek
furniture, locks, bathroom fittings, cabinet and cupboard hardware, high design is in keeping with that of the overall roof, which provides the Sunroom
specification switch plates and sockets and ancillary products. with exceptional thermal efficiency.
BC288 BESPOKE SOLUTIONS

SMOKING ON SCREEN Rundum Meir has 40 years experience in making
Helping architects understand the bespoke, handcrafted, garage and front door
role of effective ventilation systems. The company has completed architect
in life safety, GEZE UK led, award winning projects across the UK as
has launched a CGI featured on Grand Designs. Its wide range of
video online, which materials include aluminium and hand selected
demonstrates how timbers such as oak. The doors are suitable for
its smoke and heat modern and traditional buildings and made to fit
extraction systems can any opening including curved or unusual shapes
save lives in a burning and operate quietly with numerous options for
building. The eye- individual specification.
catching two-minute BC290
video is set in a virtual BC289 CONCEALED STRENGTH
office block and SAMSON, the popular SIMONSWERK
provides a quick and solid brass hinge for flush doors, is now
simple explanation of offered in a new TriTech version with
how venting systems can concealed bearings, 160Kg weight
be used. carrying capacity – Grade 14 and size
ranges of 100 x 75,100 x 88 and 100 x
100mm. All SAMSON high
performance bearing brass hinges
The step-by-step guide shows how GEZE’s smoke and heat are available in CE marked, fire rated
venting (RWA) systems can help architects meet the stringent options, a series of seven exciting
requirements of the Building Regulations and fire prevention designer finials and 13 different
legislation, by safeguarding people and the building in the crucial finishes, now including Black Nickel
early moments of a fire. Focusing on the need to get smoke out Plated & Antique Brass. They are
of protected escape routes as quickly as possible to allow people maintenance free, covered by the
out and fire fighters in, the GEZE UK system enables the upper SIMONSWERK 25-year performance
floor windows and lower level doors to open simultaneously in guarantee and have already proved
an emergency, creating a chimney effect that quickly dispels very popular with the architectural
suffocating smoke gasses. GEZE UK’s managing director specifying community.
Andrew Hall commented: “Globally,
GEZE has an impressive reputation
for life safety products and, in BC291 WOOD WINDOWS GET THE TV TREATMENT
particular, systems for smoke If you want a clear, powerful explanation about why people should choose wood
ventilation and we thought it was time windows in preference to plastic, just check out what Sky TV has been saying.
to promote this level of expertise and Its How to…Go Green programme included extensive interviews with the
knowledge to architects and specifiers Wood Window Alliance (WWA) and the Energy Saving Trust. It told the full
working in the UK market. We wanted story of the energy saving and environmental sustainability benefits of wood
the online video to be informative as windows – and how, with proper maintenance, they really will last a lifetime.
well as visually interesting. I think WWA wood windows are tested to be wind-tight and leak-proof. Davis Langdon
we’ve got the balance just right and research confirms the window frames are carbon negative because the wood
it clearly demonstrates that, with the they are made from stores more carbon than is emitted in their overall lifecycle.
right products, escape routes can There are many double or triple-glazed BRFC A rated windows available for new
be quickly cleared of smoke giving build or residential retrofit. They are low maintenance, typically with an eight-year
people vital extra seconds to get paint warranty, and durable, with an estimated service life of over 60 years.
out of a building in an emergency View the TV interview, read the latest service life and embodied carbon research
situation.“ and download a free product specification guide at woodwindowalliance.com.
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International
appeal
ABC+D takes a look at how LHA-ASRA’s new
International House project is adding to the
newer, funkier feel surrounding the area...
A
stunning new landmark has taken shape in an up-and- The area received an initial lift two years ago with the large
coming corner of Greenwich, providing a beacon of Woolwich Arsenal redevelopment, an improved status which will be
architectural excellence. International House, Woolwich, further enhanced by the proposed redevelopment, over the coming
is a testament to the fact that social housing projects are decade, of Greenwich’s nearby Connaught Housing Estate.
not incompatible with funky urban design. A large mixed use development combining new builds with the
Built with the aim of helping young professionals into home renovation of several listed buildings, the Woolwich Arsenal
ownership, via rent to new build homebuy tenure, the £16.2m project redevelopment has given the area a new lease of life. The development
incorporates 116 apartments commissioned by social housing group has so far provided: 1,248 new homes, of which 328 are affordable
LHA-ASRA. properties; a new heritage quarter housing the Greenwich Heritage
The ambitious development, which has brought great visual Centre and Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum; Woolwich Pier; a
impact to Brookhill Road, has been completed to the highest of new park and a new business centre with a raft of employment uses.
green standards, a factor which helped secure financial backing. The business centre is known as Start Anywhere and provides support
The prestige project seems likely to benefit significantly from next to new and growing businesses.
year’s Olympic Games in London, as International House overlooks The Council also granted outline planning permission for a
a park which will host some equestrian events. Masterplan for the redevelopment of land at the Royal Arsenal and
Warren Lane. The Masterplan proposes a new commercial and leisure
International House quarter in Woolwich and includes: 2,517 new homes; retail premises;
restaurants and cafes; drinking establishments; offices; a hotel;
community health care, nursery, leisure and museum facilities and
a cinema. Proposals also include a combined heat and power plant,
open space and car parking.
Phase 1 of this development has already been constructed.
It is known as Building 10, or The Armouries, and consists of 453
homes. Three hundred of these properties are affordable homes.
Phase 2, known as The Warehouse, is currently under construction
and consists of 290 private dwellings. The Grade-II listed Dial Arch
building, opposite Dial Arch Square, has been converted into a public
house.
The area also boasts improved links to the city centre, having access
to the Docklands Light Railway, the newest of the London Underground
lines.
William Cornall, LHA-ASRA’s director of development and
regeneration said: “From drawing board to completion the
development has taken four years. International House has been
built on the site of an old student hostel, which was demolished to
make way for the magnificent new complex we see today.”
The development makes a colourful contribution to the urban
landscape with its mix of red and white facing brick, pre-patinated
zinc and projecting balconies with coloured aluminium balustrades.
Mr Cornall said International House offered a mixture of shared
ownership and affordable housing. Twelve of the flats have been
designed to Greenwich wheelchair standards, regarded as being
the benchmark for wheelchair accessibility.
The building also boasts basement parking, including a car club
space and cycle parking, which enables amenity space to be
maximised.
In addition, a centralised wood-pellet biomass boiler with gas-fired
backup enables a 20% reduction in carbon
emissions which brings with it an ENQUIRIES
Ecohomes Excellent rating
Mr Cornall added: “This is LHA-ASRA’s
For more information
second recent major project in the
about LHA-ASRA’s
borough, following the completion of the
use any of the
high-rise Elmgrove Point in Plumstead last
enquiry methods
year."
below quoting
The contractor on the development
number BC293
was Mullaley & Co of Woodford, and the
architect was Alan Camp Architects.
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BC295
ZERO CARBON FIRST
RETROFIT FOR THE FUTURE Natural Building
Ventilation technology from Passivent is Technologies’ (NBT’s)
helping one social housing provider refurbish high performance, wood fibre
its homes to achieve a 70%+ reduction in insulation systems have been
energy consumption. Town & Country used in the construction of
Housing Group is using a 1950s semi- the UK’s first low cost, zero
detached house in Rankine Road, Tunbridge, carbon certified Passivhaus.
as a Retrofit for the Future test for its plans Developed by the United
to future-proof homes – to both minimize Welsh Housing Association,
impact on the environment and fuel poverty the Larch House was designed by bere:architects as prototype social housing,
for residents. A key element of the strategy, proving to reduce energy to be replicable in future affordable housing schemes throughout the country.
consumption by 74% – from 69kg CO2/m2 pa to just 19kg – has been the The three-bedroom timber frame property features NBT’s Pavaclad woodfibre
inclusion of Passivent’s iHybrid ventilation system, which combines the insulation system beneath external larch cladding, delivering the exceptional
benefits of natural ventilation and heat recovery in one unit. Installed by levels of thermal insulation required to satisfy Passivhaus standards.
one of Passivent’s Mastercare approved installers, the iHybrid system NBT’s Pavaclad woodfibre insulation system features 100mm NBT Pavatherm
predominantly uses well-designed natural passive stack ventilation, Plus woodfibre boards installed in a continuous layer over the building’s timber
harnessing natural air movement principles to draw fresh air into a home frame, with infill insulation between the studs, and OSB boards used on the
and exhaust the used internal air without any electrical consumption. internal face to provide racking strength and airtightness.
BC297 BC298
OUTSTANDING OFFERING FINAL HOUR
Promat UK has launched a new DECISION
multi-purpose building board that A short conversation
offers outstanding fire resistance, with one of Tremco
excellent physical strength, high Illbruck’s technical
moisture resistance and an representatives during
impressive acoustic performance. the final hours of
PROMINA-M is a robust, lightweight last year’s Ecobuild BC299
building board that can be used in exhibition in London INTEGRATED SYSTEM
numerous applications including has led a self-builder Armstrong Ceilings’ TECH ZONE
wall linings and partitions, ceilings to adopt the manufacturer’s i3 system, to meet the challenge of sealing all the system has been utilised at Indigo Blu,
and flooring, boiler backing, soffits openings in his oak frame property. Bryan Hart is building a six-bedroom home a nationwide new-build commercial
and canopies, service enclosures, for himself and his family in a rural area, where sensitive detailing was as project in Leeds. It is a customised
roof sheathing, acoustic underlays, important an aspect of gaining permission as structural strength and energy ceiling services solution, run in
wetroom flooring and portable performance. Mr Hart was determined to make his construction as eco- partnership with other industry
and prefabricated buildings. friendly as possible, and sought a sealing system which could accommodate leaders in lighting, air handling,
the oak frame’s characteristic movement. Mr Hart commented: loudspeakers and chilled beams,
“What struck me about the Tremco illbruck i3 system is the three different which guarantees the compatibility
ways it solves the problems of water ingress or weather-tightness, air and integration of all the technical
leakage and insulation. I was shown a model on the stand at the exhibition, elements. The system at Indigo Blu
which explained perfectly how it works: a version of which I have used to comprises field panels of Optima
help educate the tradesmen on the job about what we are trying to white mineral tiles, which at 1,200 x
achieve. Tremco’s area manager has also given us superb support on site 1,200mm are twice as large as
and we are expecting to pass the air leakage test quite easily. Ladymead standard ceiling tiles, and technical
is now taking the system on board for their own use because they can see panels of Orcal 150 x 1,200mm metal
what a superior and much cleaner method it is compared to the normal tiles, suspended on Armstrong’s
route of just spraying filler foam.” When utilising the i3 system, the window Interlude minimal 15mm grid system.
frame is wrapped using the Duo membrane with the overlaps being The integrated system is basically
As an independently tested Class A1 rollered to ensure full contact. The window can then be fitted in place and made-to-measure, negating the usual
non-combustible board, PROMINA-M plumbed before the selected thickness of Compriband is inserted from the requirement to cut out field panels to
can provide up to 30-minutes fire outside to take up the remaining gap. install services.
protection. Manufactured using
the latest Promax mineral matrix
technology, PROMINA-M is DRY AND COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT
reinforced with non-combustible Sika Watertight Concrete is being used in the construction of Cambridge
fibre glass meshes, forming a flat Riverside, a new development under construction by Berkeley Homes.
6mm thick board that is suitable for Sika Watertight Concrete was chosen for the below ground structures to ensure a
heavy duty, fire resistant, moisture dry and comfortable environment. The product incorporates state-of-the-art Sika
resistant and acoustically insulated admixtures to prevent water penetrating through the concrete. The guaranteed
applications. Compatible with system is BBA certified and has a successful track record going back 50 years.
different types of building systems, The Sika admixtures within the concrete mix work firstly by reducing the
PROMINA-M’s impressive impact- water/cement ratio, producing a highly workable concrete that aids placement
resistance makes it suitable for use and compaction, and secondly, by blocking the remaining capillary pores.
in high traffic areas and it can be Hanson Concrete supplied around 2,500m3 of Sika Watertight Concrete
fixed with standard fixings and studs. to Coinford Construction which was responsible for the groundwork and RC
It also features a smooth, white front frames on the project. To complete the system, construction joints were sealed
face which will accept decorative with the SikaSwell jointing system, which consists of joint sealing profiles that
BC300
finishes without further preparation. expand on contact with water to seal any voids between adjoining concrete slabs.
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BC302
BC301 HIDDEN TREASURES
RAPID ERECTION The extensive modernisation
108-110 Charles Street in of a terraced house in
Milford Haven has been Wandsworth has transformed
built by R&S Developments, the traditional four-bedroomed
and contains a trio of single property into a contemporary
bedroom studios, as well as living space, including a
half a dozen two bedroom apartments and two penthouses. Built by wine cellar beneath the front
Firwood Homes, the development utilised engineered timber beams from room from Spiral Cellars.
Wolf Systems, this facilitated the rapid erection of the timber frame and When Paul Bowker, partner in fine wine merchant Wilkinson Vintners, began to
the provision of long clear spans to create open living space. Mike Edds of look at how to reconfigure the family home, one of his key requirements was that
Firwood Homes commented: “The old fishing harbour at Milford Haven has it should have the space and conditions to be able to store his personal collection,
become a big focus for the leisure industry and this development offers in spite of not having a traditional cellar. The answer was a White Spiral Cellar,
very attractive sea views from the penthouses and some of the other flats. a pre-cast, cylindrical wine cellar that can be sunk into the ground between a
The design of the Charles Street building required us to provide easi-joist property’s foundations. This was installed beneath the front room and is
floors for two upper levels and also as the deck to a large area of flat roof accessed via a trapdoor, infilled with the same timber flooring as the rest of the
over the penthouses. We offer easi-joist as an option for most of our room, making it virtually invisible unless you know it’s there. The White Cellar is
contracts and, really there would have been no alternative for this project the premium option from Spiral Cellars, providing optimum conditions for storing
due to the length of the spans.” as many as 1,870 bottles.
BC303 BC304
IMPROVED AIRTIGHTNESS HIGH
Having been targeted to achieve an PERFORMANCE
additional 25% carbon reduction HOUSING
on top of the Building Regulations, Natural Building
Countryside Properties turned to Technologies’
SIG Insulations’ Insulslab SFRC, (NBT’s) woodfibre
a super insulated and fully integrated insulation systems
foundation system, to increase have demonstrated
energy efficiency at Saxon Park – their high BC305
a new affordable homes development performance with STANDING SEAMS
in Warrington. At the time of plot the insulation of a Sandwell Council decided that
registration, the development was detached, timber Ash & Lacy’s standing seam roofing
required to meet Level 3 of the Code frame new build house system was a suitable choice to fulfil
for Sustainable Homes, with specific designed by Malcolm the refurbishment requirements at
employer requirements mandating Fraser Architects for Scotland’s Housing Expo. Creating a highly insulated, Lancaster House in Oldbury.
that it must also significantly improve airtight building envelope, NBT’s Pavaroof and Pavaclad woodfibre insulation Ash & Lacy supplied 2,000m2 of
on the current Building Regulations systems enabled the architects to deliver a comfortable living environment Ashzip 400 to offer a solution for
for carbon reduction. with a predicted annual running cost of just £274. The house has been voted covering the existing roof, the atrium
the people’s favourite home by the Expo’s 30,000 visitors. Situated in and also cladding the curved roof of
Milton of Leys, Inverness, the three-bedroom property has a Scottish larch the lift and motor room. The standing
cladding external finish to the exterior walls. The cladding forms part of seam roof provided a lightweight
NBT’s Pavaclad system, which features Pavatherm Plus woodfibre boards solution that also ensures protection
installed in a continuous layer over the timber frame, with infill insulation against harsh weather conditions,
between the studs and OSB boards used on the internal face to provide thanks to the unbroken sheets that
racking strength and airtightness. A similar approach was employed for are impenetrable to the elements.
the insulation of the zinc-covered roof, with NBT’s Pavatherm Plus The steel frames of the new roof
woodfibre boards fixed over the rafters, and infill insulation between structure could also be reduced in size
them. Both systems achieved impressive U-values – 0.26W/m2k for the thanks to the strength provided by
walls and 0.15W/m2k for the roof – the targets set for this development. the Ashzip jointing technique, which
Configurations of these same NBT systems can deliver performance helped to reduce the loadings imposed
As a system that integrates insulation up to the highest PassivHaus standards if required. to the existing structure.
into its design using lightweight
expanded polystyrene (EPS) pods,
Insulslab SFRC achieves very low HIGH STANDARDS
U-values, typically 0.10-0.12W/m2K The interior of Rose Cottage, a Grade II listed cottage in Fallowfield, Manchester,
(depending on P/A ratio). With steel has been dramatically transformed using a selection of Dulux Trade coatings.
fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC) Specifically, Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt and Dulux Trade Satinwood were selected
poured on top of the pods, Insulslab to restore the home by property renovation and interior design company,
SFRC delivers the foundation up to Moregeous Design. When Rose Cottage was purchased by its new owner, it
ground floor level, contributing to the was sodden with damp and needed extensive structural repairs. Working with
overall thermal performance of the Moregeous Design, the owner renovated the property aiming to achieve a balance
building envelope. Used in conjunction of modern contemporary styling, with shabby chic period charm. To achieve this
with a standard open panel timber look, Sian Astley, owner of Moregeous Design, developed a colour and paint
frame system at Saxon Park, Insulslab specification using a range of Dulux Trade coatings. “To create a light, airy and
SFRC offered improved airtightness, fresh appearance, I selected Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt in Gardenia for the two
as the two systems integrated well to bedrooms, hallway, kitchen and landing in the property. I opted for this range
virtually eradicate thermal bridging at as it delivers the highest standard of finish which was required for this gorgeous
the junctions. BC306 property.”
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Making the right choice

John Wilson, Saint-Gobain PAM UK, talks us through the criteria for,
and the issues surrounding the selection process for above ground
drainage systems, based on installation requirements...
W
hen specifying above ground drainage systems for large commissioned by Saint-Gobain PAM UK involving an independent
multi-storey commercial and residential projects, there installer verified that, for a three-storey vertical stack, a push-fit cast
are four main material choices – cast iron, HDPE, PVC, iron system was comparable in installation time to push-fit stainless
and stainless steel. steel, but significantly quicker to install than electro-fusion weld jointed
The criteria for choice includes purchase cost, maintenance costs, HDPE systems – and that this installation speed can effectively bridge
longevity, durability, fire resistance, acoustic qualities and recyclability. the material cost gap with HDPE products.
However, increasingly important, particularly where speed is of Hidden costs down the line
the essence, is ease of installation and associated time involved – Another cost not often allowed for with HDPE and PVC systems, is the
especially in occupied buildings where wastewater systems cannot additional fire protection needed to approach the same safety level
be out of action for a protracted period. offered by metal systems in accordance with Building Regulations
Specifiers and installers therefore need to consider all aspects of Guidelines Document B. Plastic systems require fire collars on each
cost at this stage – including product cost, installation time, and floor to meet the requirements of BS EN1366-3 which is intended to
ancillary products and equipment needed. prevent fire spread to other floors. However, tests at a German
Developments in jointing systems laboratory commissioned by IZEG (German Cast Iron Manufacturers
For the last 30 years, cast iron pipes have generally been jointed using Association) showed this safety measure is flawed. Fire collars fitted in
two-piece ductile iron couplings assembled with nuts and bolts. or under the floor slab on a vertical application will likely remain inactive
Some installers – particularly those more familiar with plastic systems below the fire compartment – a particular issue with flammable
– perceive that greater skill is needed to assemble, and further time is systems which create molten droplets when exposed to fire, such as
taken to pressure-test, cast iron systems in the commission stages. acoustic HDPE. On high-rise buildings this may become a potential risk
This perception, supported by research commissioned by Saint- to the building occupants. Smoke is often the biggest killer in a fire, and
Gobain PAM UK with MRUK, showed many installers would prefer to fumes from burning plastic pipes can contribute to this – toxic fumes
use cast iron if a simpler, more rapid jointing system were available. from PVC and sooty smog from HDPE-type systems, for example.
This drove the development of an innovative push-fit cast iron above HDPE pipes also require expansion limiters, which cannot be said of
ground drainage system, comprising socketed fittings and couplings, cast iron which has an expansion level similar to concrete. And where
requiring no significant operator skill, allowing joints to be made in a few acoustic qualities are paramount – for example hospitals or residential
seconds. Testing time could also be reduced, compared with what is buildings – cast iron’s proven sound-deadening performance provides
traditionally allowed for with mechanically-jointed cast iron. a solid argument that no additional insulation should be required at
HDPE systems are typically jointed using electro-fusion welded installation stage.
couplings or butt welding, while PVC pipes usually require adhesives HDPE and stainless steel above ground pipe systems require
and solvent cleaning fluids. While generally reliable, these systems rely specialist installation tools, entailing additional hire or purchase costs.
heavily on operator skill and installation can be time-consuming. HDPE systems require a fusion welding machine, while specialist
Furthermore, testing solvent-jointed systems can take an extended cutting and bevelling equipment is needed for stainless steel pipes.
time, almost certainly requiring at least 24 hours from initial jointing, For a project lasting several weeks, this cost can become significant.
potentially ruling them out where extended service interruptions are Cast iron pipes require only a chopsaw which most installers will have
unallowable for legal or cost reasons. available, and a low-cost jointing lubricant. Stack support systems are
By contrast, push-fit systems can be tested immediately after also available for cast iron products, allowing work on several floors
installation. The cast iron push-fit drainage system – very much a fit- simultaneously, but these are not widely available for plastic systems.
and-forget solution – also lends itself better to vertical stacks spanning For specifiers and installers wanting a quality product delivering on
multiple floors, where access after installation may be an issue. performance, longevity, acoustics, safety and sustainability, cast iron
A recent study at the Building Research Establishment (BRE) has always represented a robust, durable solution. The introduction of
push-fit cast iron soil systems is making
installation easier, enabling faster
turnaround on residential and commercial
projects alike. Push fit cast iron soil
systems deliver significant savings and
increase competitiveness against
alternative materials, offering a solution
with an unrivalled track record of in-service
performance with minimal maintenance.
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HYBRID SAVINGS BC311

BC310 New data just released shows that
A COOL SOLUTION Glow-worm’s Hybrid domestic heating
Durapipe SuperFLO pipework has system can help cut heating fuel bills by
been installed as part of a new up to 30% when replacing an existing
£8m office and data centre standard efficiency boiler. Even bigger
development for ATOS Origin in savings are possible if the boiler is the old,
Livingston. The new build project heavyweight style one. The new data also
comprises 34,000ft2 of office space and 22,000ft2 of data centre facility. shows that that Hybrid can reduce a home’s
It is vital that the systems in the data centre are kept cool to ensure they carbon footprint by up to 40%, again, when
continue to run efficiently and do not overheat. A climate controlled air replacing a standard efficiency boiler.
conditioning system was required, while a reliable pipework system was also Glow-worm’s Hybrid system automatically
needed to distribute chilled water throughout the data centre. SuperFLO chooses the most cost-effective method of
was chosen as the solution due to its performance characteristics and ease heating the home. It brings together renewable and traditional energy sources to
of installation. Durapipe SuperFLO in sizes up to 160mm was specified to offer homeowners a heating system that is environmentally conscious and cost-
transport the chilled water from three external chillers to 12 internal efficient for domestic heating and hot water. Clearly Hybrid uses its advanced
chiller handling units, which in turn feed the air conditioning system. control system to automatically choose when to use low carbon renewable
The lightweight nature of SuperFLO meant it was much easier to handle on energy from the heat pump or traditional energy from the high efficiency boiler
site and, coupled with the quick and easy solvent cement jointing technique, depending upon which source provides the most cost-effective option, based on
it significantly reduced labour time for the project. the customers heating requirements, energy tariff and outside temperature.
BC312 BC313
WASTE NOT, WANT NOT – GREEN CARPET
AND EARN EXTRA CREDIT The village of Bishop Wilton,
Earn extra water saving BREEAM on the edge of the beautiful
Wat4 Credits by installing Robert Yorkshire Wolds, is the
Pearson’s normally closed solenoid setting for a new 1,100m2
valves on to the water main supply car park that has a surface
pipe(s) feeding the range appliances structure created entirely BC314
in a washroom. These solenoid valves from ACO Water ENVIRONMENTAL
are then controlled by PIR switches Management’s award ACCREDITATION
so that when people are in the winning ground Graham, the plumbers’ merchant, has
washroom, the valves are powered reinforcement system, ACO attained ISO 14001 accreditation at its
open to ensure that all the appliances GroundGuard. By exploiting Bromford Lane, Birmingham branch
work as normal. Once the room the system’s open-cell due to continued improvement of its
becomes empty again, the valves will design, which has been environmental performance. ISO 14001,
automatically shut (after a pre-set back-filled with soil and which is an internationally accepted
but adjustable time delay) to help sown with grass, the car park standard, exists to address the balance
prevent water loss from leaking has a porous, high load bearing finished surface that not only blends perfectly between maintaining profitability while
taps/showers/ballvalves. The system with the surroundings, but also does not require any additional drainage reducing environmental impact. In turn,
will also help reduce the risk of infrastructure to manage any of its surface water run off. The car park serves those purchasing from an accredited
flooding. a new £500k community centre that now occupies the site of the village’s old merchant, such as Graham, can help
cricket pavilion. The new 350m2 centre is multi-functional providing pre-school to meet the Sustainable Construction
nursery, sports and social facilities. The project has been part-funded by the target, which states that at least 25%
National Lottery, the Bishop Wilton Village Hall Association and WREN (Waste of all construction materials must be
Recycling Environmental). ACO GroundGuard is manufactured from 100% responsibly sourced. Similarly, housing
recycled polyethylene in lightweight tiles which are 38 x 585 x 385mm in associations and housebuilders
size. Installation requires a well compacted angular gravel sub-base topped integrating ISO 14001 accredited
with sand which provides a good root bed for the seeded grass. Once the materials are able to gain additional
groundworks are complete, individual GroundGuard tiles are simply points, making Graham a particularly
clipped together and outer edges trimmed to the required finished shape. attractive source of such products.
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BC316
BC315 MAKING SENSE
LINING UP WITH BUTELINE OF WASTE WATER
After switching to the Buteline Cistermiser’s Sensazone
plumbing system around a year ago, helps to fulfil the automatic
Plumbline Services, based in Hemel sanitary water supply shut
Hempstead, is benefiting from simpler off demanded by BREEAM
installation and greatly reduced costs, Wat 4. This means it can
leading to the system being installed help to gain additional
as a matter of course on many new build and refurbishment housing credits, removes the risk of
projects. Having used alternative products in the past, Richard Smith from significant water wastage as a result of leaks or damage and also saves costs for
Plumbline Services decided it was time for a change, “We were visiting PHEX the end user. Sensazone from Cistermiser uses an infrared sensor to control the
when we first came across the Buteline system and decided to try it out,” flow of water into any washroom with solenoid valves. By installing the sensor
said Richard. “Aside from the ease with which the Buteline system can be near the entrance to the washroom, which is complemented by a solenoid valve
installed, especially when compared to alternatives, I was extremely at the entry point of the water supply in accordance with the pipe layout, water
impressed with the way in which the system could be used alongside copper can be effectively controlled and waste avoided. The system detects movement,
piping to deliver a smooth, uninterrupted transition from one material to sending a pulse to open the valve. Following a set running time of 15 or 30mins, a
another.” Richard continued: “By plumbing the unseen part of the system second pulse closes the valve. The effect is that water is only present within the
with Buteline, we can then easily connect the system to copper piping as it supply system to the washroom long enough for the users to flush the WCs and
reaches its outlet point, helping to achieve the desired visual effect.” wash their hands.
BC317 BC318
REFOCUSING THE BRAND WATTS
Following a period of strategic review, KEEPS
Marley Plumbing and Drainage has WATER
refocused its commercial operation PIPING HOT
and brand strategy for 2011 onwards. Seven recently
The company has spent considerable completed luxury
time conducting a full analysis of the holiday cottages, BC319
direction and scope of Marley, and in the grounds of TEAM CHALLENGE
in particular, brand perceptions, a 12th century Five colleagues and friends from
objectives, application and target Cistercian priory Altecnic will be raising cash and smiles
sectors. A new brand strategy has in North Yorkshire, in the Gran Charity Giro, an epic one
been developed as part of the have utilised a 21st century pre-insulated flexible plumbing solution from thousand mile cycle ride over the Alps,
strategic review. The brand strategy Watts Industries to ensure that piping hot water for guests is immediately from Stafford to Milan. Starting from
objective is to build upon the and continuously available. Lightweight Microflex PE-Xa multi-core pipes in Altecnic’s company headquarters, the
outstanding reputation and heritage HD-PE outer jackets were chosen for their energy efficiency and easy-to-lay intrepid team will be joined by five
of Marley, while focusing resources flexibility, and installed at Syningthwaite Priory, near Wetherby, in an colleagues from the parent company
on establishing Marley Plumbing & underground ring circuit connecting the cottages to a central plant room. Caleffi’s Italian manufacturing facility in
Drainage as the leading brand for The stunning stone cottages are built in cloister formation, and are a mixture Fontaneto D’Agogna, to raise money for
specifications and projects in its target of barn and outbuilding conversions and new structures. The complex, which Shine Together, Leukaemia & Lymphona
segments, clearly supporting its also includes a communal reception and gymnasium area, adjoins the Priory Research and the Katharine House
product leadership strategy. itself – dating from 1160. The oil/gas dual-fuel boiler in the plant room and Hospice. The arduous route will be a real
the Microflex piping at Syningthwaite Priory were installed by J. Higgs test of strength, endurance and stamina,
(Lowdham). Nottingham director, Peter Higgs said: “It was our first time as each team member will burn more
with Microflex and it proved a most satisfactory experience. The pipes than 5,000 calories and cover about 125
are very simple to lay in trenches, they go round surprisingly tight miles every day. The team sets off on
corners with ease, and they are no trouble to connect. They were 2 July from Stafford to travel to the
specified for this project because they are the fastest way to provide South coast where they will cross to
“This period of review has enabled us an underground pipe system – and more importantly, because their excellent Northern France. Then into Switzerland
to take stock of the brand strengths insulation will reduce heat loss as the hot water circulates. What’s more, the and over the High Alps via the famous
and help to reaffirm our long term view insulated pipes are said to have a life expectancy that could see this Grand St Bernard Pass, arriving at the
for the company, increasing Marley’s installation lasting well into the 22nd century.” factory near Milan on 10 July 2011.
market share while helping to grow
and support our customers,”
commented Kevin Williams, brand GET TECHNICAL WITH TERRAIN
director at Marley Plumbing and In today’s increasingly pressurised world it is important for those involved with
Drainage. “Clearly, having a consistent all types of plastic piping projects to have all the information they need to hand,
brand strategy throughout the whenever they need it. That’s why Polypipe Terrain is inviting customers to
business and at all levels will provide sign up for its new series of free Terrain Technical Bulletins. These monthly
clarity of who the company is, what we Bulletins have been designed to provide clear and accurate guidance on various
offer in terms of products, systems key topics such as design considerations, installation techniques, technical
and services, all the while helping to issues and compliance with regulations. “Designing and specifying piping and
reinforce identified elements of drainage solutions can be a complex task from both a technical and regulatory
Marley’s offer.” Marley has been point of view,” commented Polypipe Terrain’s Steve Bishop. “However, having
focused on new product development the right guidance can make it a far easier prospect and that’s where our new
and as such, 2011 sees a range of new Technical Bulletins come in. They’ve been designed to provide a handy source
product launches throughout the year, of reliable information that’s easy to reference and they’re available completely
all supported by experienced technical free of charge. The response so far has been outstanding and we’re happy to
design back up and support. BC320 be able to address a need that obviously exists.”
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Realising the full

potential of biomass
Ross Donovan, managing director of Asgard Biomass, discusses
the benefits of this carbon neutral heating system...
T
he potential benefits of biomass heating can be considerable,
whether installing into a new building, or retrofitting into
existing premises. As biomass can be derived from a whole
variety of animal and plant waste – usually wood logs, chips or
pellets – it is generally considered to be carbon neutral, as the amount
of CO² released in the combustion process is the same as that
absorbed during its life cycle.
Not surprisingly, with its excellent rating under the BREEAM points
system and the Code for Sustainable Homes, biomass technology is
becoming particularly attractive to architects, builders and contractors
as one of the most effective ways of meeting their renewable energy
targets.
However, this is still a relatively new market and, in the general
enthusiasm to be green and carbon neutral, it is important that
specifiers carefully consider the practicalities of specifying biomass,
so that its full potential can be realised.
Location, location, location
The first major consideration should be the location of the project,
which will usually determine the type of biomass fuel used and whether The most successful new build projects always take into account
it can be delivered and stored safely. the specific requirements of a biomass system early in the building
Wood chip fuel can be superbly cost-effective and efficient for design or planning stage
farms, factories or country houses situated in rural locations, near to
renewable woodlands with the facility to chip on site, provided there is or gas fired system. Specifiers wishing to take advantage of the
sufficient space for large storage bunkers and safe access for delivery exceptional efficiencies of a biomass system, should always look to
tipper trucks to unload. satisfy the base load demand of a building, so that the boiler can
Wood pellet fuel is usually more appropriate for schools, nursing operate continuously at full strength without having to fire on and off.
homes or commercial buildings situated in urban locations, as it It is also important to remember that most towns and cities are
requires less storage space (typically 1m³ of wood pellet has the same Smoke Control Areas, under the Clean Air Act 1993, and so wood
energy content as 4m³ of wood chip) and can be easily and chip/pellet burning appliances installed in these areas must be certified
conveniently blown into the store through pipes. to EN 303-5 and hold an exemption certificate.
Wherever the location, it is important to establish the availability of a As with any heating system, a certain amount of maintenance
reputable local pellet supplier and allow sufficient access for delivery is required. Although biomass boilers do produce some ash
vehicles, particularly if the project is located on a busy road, or on (approximately 0.7kg of ash to every 100kg of pellets), this does not
narrow residential streets. pose a problem if the ashbins are emptied regularly as, once properly
Size and specification matters installed, biomass systems are generally very easy to maintain and
The most successful new build projects always take into account the operate.
specific requirements of a biomass system early in the building design Delivering a turnkey solution
or planning stage before construction works have begun. By doing so, As the renewable energy market continues to grow, and more
specifiers can avoid most potential installation problems, usually manufacturers, contractors, installers and end users recognise the
caused by allocating an area for the boiler and store, which is too small, benefits of biomass technology, it is important that there is not an
awkwardly shaped and poorly equal rise in the instances of poorly specified and malfunctioning
Pellet stores need to be large enough accessible. installations.
to accommodate the pellet supplier’s It is easy to under specify Most operational problems arise from insufficient knowledge of the
minimum blown delivery quantities the amount of space a complexities of biomass, as compared to traditional oil, gas and coal
biomass system actually fired heating, and the need to consider all the potential problems at
requires. Pellet stores need, the planning or early build stage.
at the very least, to be large Furthermore, as the boiler, pellet store and necessary components
enough to accommodate the are often sourced and installed by different suppliers, there can be the
pellet supplier’s minimum question of accountability if there are any
blown delivery quantities problems. ENQUIRIES
(usually 6 tonnes) – and the Many of these issues can easily be
larger the store, the greater avoided by appointing a single specialist
the efficiency and cost company, with sufficient expertise and For more information
savings of bulk delivery. experience in biomass technology to take about Asgard use any
On the other hand, it is easy complete responsibility for the design of the enquiry methods
to over specify the size and and installation of both the boiler and below quoting
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treating it as if it were an oil ongoing maintenance of the entire system.
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We’re not saying you’ll see all of these in every BBA Certificate but you’ll always see the results of a focused
and rigorous evaluation of the product concerned and our judgement on its fitness for purpose.
We inspect product manufacturing and set up a surveillance regime to ensure the product specification is
maintained as long as the Certificate is valid. We look at sites where the product is installed, so we can see how
it behaves in practice and we test in our UKAS accredited laboratories, or assess data from other qualified
laboratories, to ensure that products we approve will perform satisfactorily. And that’s not all - manufacturers are
subject to regular inspection audits and the Certificate is reviewed thoroughly every three years.
We don’t leave anything out, so all you have to ask is:
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BC326
BC325 GOOD DAY, SUNSHINE
EXPANSION TO A Rayburn Heatranger
MVHR SOLUTION 680KCD, the UK’s first A-rated
Following the successful launch condensing oil-fired central
last year of its Mechanical Extract heating range cooker, and an
Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) AGA Rayburn solar hot water
units, Polypipe Ventilation has system have been installed at
expanded its HR range with the addition of high a newly-refurbished country
capacity models designed for larger properties. The new Energy Saving home in Upton-upon-Severn,
Trust Best Practice compliant and SAP Q rated HR02 and HR03 units Worcestershire. The Rayburn
accommodate up to seven wetrooms and a kitchen and work at up to 640 Heatranger powers the central heating in the house and supports the solar hot
Pascals of pressure, allowing for very long duct runs. This increased capacity water system when needed, as well as acting as a focal point in the newly-built
makes them suitable for larger domestic properties, yet they remain kitchen. The solar hot water system comprises two AGA Rayburn evacuated tube
extremely compact and lightweight and can be easily installed in kitchen solar collectors and a 300L hot water cylinder. The system was designed
eye-level cupboards or lofts, installed through even the smallest of loft and installed by David Hall of Tenbury-based AGA Services, in conjunction with
hatches. The Polypipe HR MVHR units work by warming fresh air drawn into the AGA Rayburn Home Energy Management Centre in Kidderminster.
the building, with the heat from waste, stale air (as found in the kitchen or With efficiencies of over 92% and a central heating and hot water output
bathroom for example) using an efficient counter flow heat exchanger, thus of 24kW, the Rayburn Heatranger 680KCD is suitable for energy conscious
reducing the need for heating, saving cost and reducing carbon emissions. households who are not able to access mains natural gas.
BC327 BC328
NEW COMMERCIAL RANGE R & D CENTRE
Hydropath, manufacturers of water OPENS
conditioners for removing and Advanced Air
preventing the build-up of limescale in demonstrated
pipes, has launched a new extended its commitment
range of products aimed at the UK to becoming
commercial sector. The Nottingham- the number
based firm has taken the decision to one terminal air BC329
revise its Hydroflow ‘C’ range and conditioning HEALTHY SAVINGS
extend it from five to seven models in a system supplier Southport & Formby District Hospital
bid to raise its profile and make it more by announcing the is upgrading its existing boiler plant to
compatible in the commercial market. completion of the final phase of its R & D Centre. Its investment in the centre, a new tri-generation Combined Heat
As well as revising and rebranding its and R & D in general, has now exceeded £250,000 and Advanced Air’s general and Power plant with the help of
existing models, C32, C40, C80, and manager, Andrew Sargent, said: “We have been able to amalgamate a wide Dalkia’s specialist CHP expertise.
the C100, the range now features three range of product development and technical activities into this new centre Dalkia has secured a 15-year contract
new units, the C50, C65 and C125, which include product testing and development, together with real room mock- with the hospital to initially design and
which means that the comprehensive ups for fan coils, chilled beams and air terminal devices.” The main test area is install the new energy plant and then
range now covers pipe sizes ranging 15 x 6m and can accommodate most customer requirements including acoustic to operate and maintain it so that the
from 32-125mm DN. testing down to NR20 levels. A further two test and development rooms enable healthcare trust can maximise on the
prototype products to be manufactured and bench testing to be undertaken. cost savings and energy efficiency that
In all, the Advanced Air R & D and technical staff total ten, but with the market on-site CHP generation provides.
requiring more and more real room mock ups the figure is set to rise. The new plant was designed to help
With these facilities, Advanced Air has developed the most energy efficient fan the hospital meet a carbon reduction
coil unit in the world, which has specific fan powers (SFP) as low as 0.15W/l/s. target of 700 tonnes each year.
This fan coil unit was recently applied to a project where very low noise levels However, it will actually enable the
were required, NR20, and the unit was fully tested in these facilities. hospital to far exceed this target by
Investment has covered a wide spectrum of instrumentation and computer reducing its CO2 emissions by some
aided design tools – one such example is Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD). 1,500 tonnes per year. The solution
EFD is the latest evolution of Computational Fluid Dynamics and allows the from Dalkia is a 1MWe unit that will not
The Hydroflow range engineers at Advanced Air to optimise their product designs, without the time only generate electricity and heat, but
of water conditioning and costs associated with physical prototyping. will also provide cooling to the hospital.
products has been proven around the
world for the removal and prevention
of limescale build up in pipes. BIOETHANOL IN A BUBBLE
Hydropath’s products feature Walney UK is branching out into the fireplace market with the launch of a new eco
patented electronic technology to collection from cutting edge Italian design company, Antrax IT. Made from high
tackle encrusting limescale in pipes. quality carbon steel and available in over 200 RAL colours, the internationally
Hydropath first launched its acclaimed Antrax fireplace range is not only breathtakingly beautiful, but also
commercial range of water totally green, using bioethanol, a biological natural fuel obtained through the
conditioners in 1992. Dr Daniel fermentation of vegetal products and leftovers such as sugar beet, sugar cane and
Stefanini commented: “After reviewing cereals. “Bioethanol is a renewable energy and significantly reduces carbon dioxide
our existing product range, we realised release,” explained Walney’s co-director, Sara Moreton. “Because it doesn’t create
that there was an area of the pipe any soot, sparks, ash or nasty fumes, it doesn’t require a flue or chimney, making
sizing that could be covered more these kinds of fireplaces far cheaper, faster and convenient for the consumer to
effectively and the changes will make install.” Just one example of the products in the range is Bubble, the first Antrax IT
the measurements more accurate and fireplace with an open hearth, created by award-winning designer Andrea Crosetta.
will make it a lot easier to identify the The product has an unusual and original shape, it looks like a metal bubble, and
model that is needed.” BC330 can be used indoors or out.
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BC332
WALL HUNG VERSATILITY
Hamworthy Heating has developed a new wall
hung condensing boiler. Part of the company’s
recently launched Fleet range, the new ultra-
compact, wall hung module promises to
transform commercial boiler solutions, creating a
new benchmark in versatility. British designed and
built at the Hamworthy factory in Poole, the Fleet
BC331 wall hung boiler is available in eight models with
NEW SHOWROOM AND outputs from 40 up to 150kW, extending the
TRAINING CENTRE normal capability of wall hung products. “The new
Vent-Axia is continuing to invest Fleet model embraces everything our customers have said they need
in developing the industry with the to meet the requirements for commercial buildings,” said Keith Thompson of Hamworthy.
unveiling of its new technology
showroom and BPEC (British Plumbing
Employers Council) approved training
centre at its Crawley head office. REMOTE CONTROL FOR HOME AUTOMATION
“We are delighted to open our new A new 40-channel remote control has been launched by Click Scolmore for its
showroom and training facility,” iNELS Radio Frequency Wireless Control System, which will give users the ability
commented Lee Nurse, marketing to control the whole home automation system room-by-room. The RF Pilot allows
director at Vent-Axia. “We have created users to create and recall up to ten favourite actions and to create ten different
a clean, fresh and professional area for moods or scenes, with the ability to control up to ten actuators within each mood
customers and prospective customers created. For example lighting can be dimmed, shutters closed, TV muted, lamps
to feel at ease and see our extensive Lo- turned on, or heating adjusted. Simple and flexible installation, significant energy
Carbon range of technology solutions savings and easy programming are the key attributes of the RF System launched
for ventilation, heating and cooling last year. Lighting, heating, appliances, shutters, blinds, gates, latches and garage
applications. Meanwhile, the opening doors can all be easily set and adjusted from one single control panel. The system
of our BPEC approved centre allows us is made up of seven wireless transmitters, five receivers and three combined
to increase the scope of education that units. No additional cables or wall cutting is required as the receivers can be
we provide. This will help create a skilled installed behind light fittings or into suitable installation boxes and the
workforce to benefit both our company transmitters are powered by battery, so there is no need for any wiring or
and the wider industry.” BC333 additional power supply.
Enquiry Number BC53
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Refurbishment on a Grand Scale in Covent Garden
Meeting the challenge of replacing the
existing air conditioning and heating
system in a 5-star Covent Garden hotel
certainly required a high level of careful
design and planning, in a quick
timescale… and road closures!
Space Airconditioning plc, the UK Daikin
Distributors, were nominated to supply the
replacement air conditioning systems at a
top class hotel in Covent Garden, London
as part of an extensive refurbishment
programme; a project that involved a
number of interesting challenges!
The 137 bedroom, 5-star hotel’s existing
air conditioning system had to be fully
decommissioned and removed in various
phased works for the major strip out,
which necessitated road closures for
craneage access.
Space Air supplied Daikin’s air-cooled stepless screw chiller -
EWAD320AJYNN, with total heat recovery option. 193 FWM 4-pipe fan coil
units were installed throughout the hotel, serving not only the bedrooms but
also restaurants, bars, conference facilities and back of house. Space Air
pre-fitted valve sets and controls and configured all the fan coil units for left
or right hand connection as required, to simplify installation. The FWM fan
coil units were selected for their low noise levels and ease of installation as
they fitted perfectly into the bedroom bulkheads. While cooling the rooms,
the rejected heat is recovered via the optional heat recovery heat exchanger
and transferred to the hotel’s hot water system, operating in parallel with the
existing boiler.
The 300kW Daikin chiller operates in conjunction with a second Daikin
chiller supplied by Space Air at an earlier stage in the project.
12 Daikin VAM1000F, heat recovery ventilation units provide ventilation
throughout the building. These units were installed externally so Space Air
fitted their unique VAM weather proofing kit, just one of a comprehensive
range of accessories they design and manufacture in-house.
Space Airconditioning’s specification and design solutions, combined on
site support, greatly assisted the installation on a floor-by-floor programme
of works in challenging conditions.
Visit www.spaceair.co.uk for more details
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AWARD SUCCESS
BC334
Ideal Heating recently received a Finalist
MAXIMUM COMFORT, Award in the Reduction in Cost category at the
MINIMUM SPACE inaugural MITIE Suppliers Forum, in recognition
Glow-worm is further developing the popular of the brand’s collaboration with the leading
Ultracom range of boilers with the launch of the FTSE 250 strategic outsourcing company.
Ultracom2 35 Store boiler. The Ultracom2 35 Held on 9 March, the Suppliers Forum was the
Store is a new, high efficiency storage combi culmination of MITIE’s Diversity Week, which
boiler, which provides instant and unlimited aimed to raise awareness of sustainability and
domestic hot water with an impressive flow rate, diversity issues. Opened by MITIE CEO Ruby
from a single wall hung unit. A fully integrated system, which combines McGregor-Smith, the event was attended by
the benefits of both a system store and combi boiler in one package, it is the firm’s senior management and its top 150
suitable for both new build and retrofit. The Ultracom2 35 Store is designed key suppliers – including Ideal Heating – who BC335
to provide highly efficient heating and instant, unlimited domestic hot water, all took part in a variety of workshops and presentations designed to
making it suitable for larger properties of four to five bedrooms with a high encourage smarter partnerships, highlight sustainability and focus on supplier
level of domestic hot water demand. With an impressive flow rate of diversity. “We’re delighted to have our constant value engineering efforts
19.7L/min, at a 35°C rise, the Ultracom2 35 Store offers a large and recognised in this way,” said Nick Stevenson, new energy director at Ideal
constant hot water provision even when using multiple taps simultaneously. Heating, who collected the award. “Our new energy team has been working
Available as a 35kW model, the unit features two storage cylinders, closely with MITIE to provide a bespoke and value engineered product and
providing a great space saving option. logistics package to suit their high volume solar PV contract work.”
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HOT WATER IS AQUAEASY FRESH, QUIET
AquaEasy is an imaginative addition to CITY LIVING
the Alfa Laval range of domestic hot A landmark waterside new build
water systems designed for development, only minutes from
controllable, straightforward supply of Canary Wharf, is proving a hit
hot water in apartment blocks, hotels, with potential buyers, with 60%
schools, sports centres, etc. Compact, sold within two months of going
simple, yet effective, AquaEasy provides on the market. Due for
up to 350kW of capacity within a slim, occupation in summer 2011,
space-saving silhouette, which allows it Aqua Vista, in Bowcommon
to be floor or wall-mounted or installed Lane, London, will offer studio starter homes through to three-bedroom BC338
in a cupboard. AquaEasy can be apartments. Part of the reason for the success of the development is the SPACE SAVING COMFORT
connected to any kind of heating source feeling of light and space coupled with quiet – achieved in part through ThermaSkirt from Discrete Heat
on the primary side, whether a strategic use of acoustic background ventilators from Passivent. Each of the is an energy efficient skirting heating
conventional gas boiler, district heating 157 apartments features two of Passivent’s Acoustic Energy Saver Vents with system. It replaces skirting boards
network or a renewable energy source Canopy Grilles, colour matched to RAL7037 matt, and integrated into the and radiators in one and connects
such as solar panels or a heat pump. double glazed window units. Humidity sensitive, the vents automatically open to traditional conventional boilers,
and close depending on water vapour levels within, removing excess moisture as well as ground and air source
generated by cooking, washing, etc., and ensuring an adequate supply of fresh heat pumps, solar panels, etc.
air in line with the latest Building Regulations without unnecessary heat loss, ThermaSkirt combines the
and reducing external noise penetration from the road outside into the homes responsiveness and the simplicity
to just 34dB. It was very important that the vent was not bulky and intrusive, of a radiator with the comfort and
and that it could deliver the noise attenuation demanded. Passivent’s units space saving of underfloor heating.
have the added advantage of requiring no input from the apartment occupiers. It takes up no wall space and can be
The Energy Saver Vent is available in both standard and acoustic versions, and installed with surface temperature
is just part of Passivent’s comprehensive window and through-wall range of limiting controls, making it suitable
background ventilation solutions. The background ventilators are for hospitals, nursing homes,
complemented by the company’s whole home natural, assisted and schools, colleges and offices,
mechanical ventilation strategies, including the iHybrid. as well as residential properties.
Enquiry Number BC57
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In Depth: Industry News
BC341
BC340 GLOBALLY EVOLVING
GOLD AWARD With over 1,000 innovations
B & K Structures has won another on show, stronger-than-ever
Gold Medal award in the prestigious participation from abroad and
RoSPA (Royal Society for the a further rise in attendance
Prevention of Accidents) Occupational from professionals with
Health and Safety Awards 2011. purchasing authority, CeMAT
RoSPA, a safety charity, launched its awards – one of the world's leading
programme 55 years ago. The scheme looks not intralogistics trade fairs – drew to a successful close on 6 May 2011. Staged under
only at accident records, but also entrants’ overarching health and safety the slogan of Sustainability in Logistics, the five-day event featured a rich array of
management systems, including important practices such as strong exhibitors, not least safety barrier specialist A-Safe UK, together with its sister
leadership and workforce involvement. A representative from B & K company, A-Safe GmbH. Attending CeMAT is part of ambitious plans for the
Structures said: “We are extremely pleased to have won this well respected future from directors James and Luke Smith, who have visualised A-Safe as a
award. At B & K Structures we have a strong health and safety culture, globally evolving British company for its polymer based safety solutions, offering
which we are constantly working to improve. We are proud that our efforts a full end-to-end service from risk assessment to installation, as well as providing
in this area have been recognised and hope to continue developing a safe aftercare for its growing portfolio of discerning international customers. James
and secure working environment for many years to come.” The majority and Luke attended all five days together with senior colleagues Holger Ragge and
of RoSPA’s awards are non-competitive, marking achievement at merit, Markus Kaumanns from GmbH and Han de Loos, recently appointed director for
bronze, silver and gold levels. the Benelux countries.
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EXPANDED TEAM TERRIFIC TILING
UK manufacturer of door and Tilers nationwide have been
window control systems, GEZE UK, invited to display their skills,
is expanding its team in Scotland with a chance to win prizes
to further improve its service in the TilerWorld Project
to architectural ironmongers. of the Month challenge.
Craig Fairgrieve joins GEZE UK as The monthly competition
an area sales manager to work closely is open to any professional
with architectural ironmongers as part tiler registered with the free
of the distribution team. With more online tiling community, BC344
than ten years industry experience which is supported by BAL. MINISTERIAL VISIT
and an extensive knowledge of both All that a tiler has to do is The BBA was delighted to welcome
manual and automatics from his submit photographs or videos Department for Communities and
previous role at Laidlaw, of their recently completed Local Government (DCLG) Minister
Craig has already achieved the projects, entering as many Andrew Stunell to its Garston offices
BS7036 qualification and is studying projects as they want. recently. The Minister, having trained
for the Guild of Architectural The submitted projects are in architecture, is therefore familiar
Ironmongery’s Diploma (DipGAI). all displayed throughout the with Agrément Certificates and was
month on the TilerWorld interested in the test equipment that
Forum for scrutiny by provides the data that underpins
fellow tilers. At the end of these. Some of this equipment is
each month, all members are invited to vote for the most impressive work. also in use in support of the joint
The winning tiler receives a certificate and £100-worth of BAL professional BBA/Industry/NHBC Foundation
tiling products. At the end of the year, the winner and runner-up from each Warm Roof project, involving
month will be invited to the BAL headquarters in Stoke to take part in a measurement of insulated roof
further competition to win terrific prizes. Janet Till, BAL brand manager structures in dynamic installations,
said: “The great thing about this competition is that a self-employed tiler where the effects of wind on the roof
working on their own has just as much chance to win as a large tiling are taken into consideration.
contractor. The only thing that counts is the quality of the finished work. The Minister was also shown the
The judges are tilers themselves and nobody knows better than the BBA wet wall test rig for injected
GEZE UK’s sales director Andy professionals how to spot excellent work.” cavity wall insulation.
Howland said: “Craig’s genuine
commitment to the industry and his
dedication to gaining recognised SOUTHERN SALES
qualifications is fully supported by Alpha has appointed James Kimber as its new
GEZE UK, and I’m sure he will be a technical sales manager for the south of England.
valuable member of our team. He has Based in Bournemouth, James will cover the
an excellent understanding of what counties of Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset and
architectural ironmongers are looking Wiltshire, visiting to both merchant and installer
for, which will help us further improve customers. Working as a self-employed installer
the service we can offer our for the last 12 years has given him a strong
customers. As GEZE UK grows, we foundation for being a technical manager.
are keen to attract highly skilled and “I’ve worked with boilers for years. Alpha has
experienced people, who can build on such a strong product, especially with the new
the strengths of our existing teams InTec range coming out. Being able to go into
and ensure we continue to lead the merchants and visit installers and talk to them
market through exceptional quality about the scope of the Alpha range is something
and service.” I’m really looking forward to,” said James. BC345
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BC347
BC346 CAMPAIGN
A WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE SUCCESS
The Parkside Group, which Norbord, UK
incorporates Comar and manufacturer of wood
Alu-Timber, is delighted to panel products, is
announce that Aaron Dehara hailing the JOSB Done
has joined as architectural campaign a great
advisor, for the Central London success; over five
area. Aaron has a wealth of years since its
experience having worked for inception. Launched
over seven years with door systems companies as an area manager for under the auspices of the Wood Panel Industries Federation, with support from
London and SE England. Aaron has worked with leading architectural Norbord and other interested industry partners, JOSB Done has notched up five
practices in the London area on significant commercial projects throughout years of successful campaigning to establish Oriented Strand Board – OSB – as a
the UK, Europe and the Middle East. He is looking forward to the challenge cost-effective, sustainable and versatile alternative to plywood. Although familiar
his new role brings, focusing on the specification route to market, and as a general-purpose sheathing and hoarding product, OSB was less well known
building relationships within key practices. Comar Architectural Aluminium in other, more demanding, applications until the JOSB Done initiative got
Systems is the largest British, privately-owned aluminium systems underway. “The main purpose of the campaign has been to promote OSB as a
company in Europe. Comar designs and distributes more than 700 superior choice compared with plywood” explained Linda Hovord, marketing
integrated profiles to a nationally approved fabricator network. manager with Norbord Europe. “It’s been amazingly successful in that respect.”
BC348 BC349
COMPANY NAME FLEXIBLE
The successful together partnership FUTURE-PROOFING
between Jewson, the UK supplier of A government building,
sustainable timber and building which provides exceptional
materials and Help the Hospices, flexibility and future-
has raised £338,000 for the proofing to ease change
charity since it launched in 2009. in government occupier
The partnership, which also covers needs, has achieved a
Jewson’s sister brands, has seen over number of prestigious BC350
500 Jewson sites twinned with 170 sustainability awards for IN MEMORIAM
hospices around the UK which has its design with the help of It is with much sadness the death of
given staff, customers and suppliers sustainable and modular Michael Dandy, former managing
the chance to make a real difference flooring manufacturer, director of Gibbs and Dandy has
at the heart of their local communities. InterfaceFLOR. been announced. Michael passed
The British Rail away in April, aged 56. He was well
Board (BRB), known across the industry and will be
which oversaw the sadly missed by his former friends and
project, tasked the colleagues. Michael was seen by
project team with many as the epitome of what Gibbs
creating a flexible and contemporary workspace with sustainability and Dandy is all about – integrity,
firmly at the top of the agenda, and so its architect, Abel Partnership, honesty and clear values. Suppliers,
turned to environmentally responsible manufacturer, InterfaceFLOR, customers and staff all knew who they
to produce a sustainable flooring solution for its Manchester based were dealing with, and were confident
office. “The space needed to meet the challenging sustainability in being a part of the business, or in
criteria that the public sector has been tasked to achieve, including their dealings with it. These values
Help the Hospices is a charity the stringent Sustainable Operations on Government Estate (SOGE) targets. continue to be upheld by his friends
supporting hospice care throughout To do this, it was important to select products that have been certified with and colleagues across the business
the UK. The majority of hospice care an official environmental accreditation,” said Gordon Rautenbach, architect to this day, who would like to express
is provided by local independent at Abel Partnership. Gordon continued: “InterfaceFLOR is committed to their condolences to his wife, Eithne,
charities rooted in the communities sustainability as well as creative design, which is why we were keen to work and the rest of his family at this
they serve. Hospices provide a wide with the company on such an iconic development.” difficult time. He will be sadly missed.
range of care for people living with a
life-limiting or terminal illness, and
their families, from inpatient beds to COMPELLING MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
day care and care for people in their Phil Page has joined the BBA as communications manager, a new role focusing
own homes. The funds raised by on the development of the company’s internal and external communications.
Jewson and its sister brands will help This includes responsibility for both online digital marketing communication,
local hospices continue to provide this as well as the more traditional offline activity, including industry exhibitions,
vital care. During the partnership, key magazines and journals. One of his first priorities will be to review the BBA’s
fundraising events included the Tour website and e-newsletters. Phil previously worked for BSI where he was
de Jewson, a long distance bike ride, product marketing manager for the built environment. Here he focused on
and a charity gala dinner, which marketing Windows Energy Rating (WER) and Microgeneration schemes.
helped significantly towards raising He has over 20 years marketing experience within the construction sector,
the final sum. In addition, Jewson set including time spent with solar power and DIY companies. Phil commented:
up a number of trade accounts in its "I am thrilled to be joining the BBA during a very interesting and challenging time
branches across the UK to allow local for the building industry and look forward to developing a compelling marcomms
hospices to purchase materials at a strategy to sell the benefits of our approval, inspection, testing and certification
discounted rate. BC351 offerings."
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BC353
BC352 ONGOING INITIATIVE
EUROPEAN REPRESENTATIVE A UK manufacturer of thermal
natureplus, the international association insulation products has had
for sustainable building and living, with the effectiveness of its
headquarters in Germany, has appointed Environmental Management
Joe Wild, founder and managing director Systems recognised with the
of Ecomerchant, to its main board Award of an ISO 14001
to represent European commercial certificate. The certificate
trading organisations. Backed by covers the Stoke-on-Trent
European divisions of the WWF, manufacturing facility operated by Recticel Insulation Products and marks
Friends of the Earth and Greenpeace, the success to date of an ongoing initiative to raise environmental standards in
natureplus has operated an eco-quality labelling system for over ten years. every area of the company’s activities. The certification was awarded after a
Speaking about the appointment, Joe Wild said: “The UK construction series of assessments made by auditor Lloyds Register Quality Assurance
industry has been plagued by a plethora of building products with very (LRQA). “We make the claim that our products offer our customers a better
tenuous ecological claims and I am looking forward to raising the profile way of satisfying their insulation needs and we apply that same approach to
of natureplus and promoting its credible and rigorous assessment regime. our own activities,” commented Recticel’s commercial director, Chris Hall. “We
I like the fact that the label guarantees the product is ecological. We really are constantly seeking a better way of doing things and that includes minimising
need a trusted certification scheme and natureplus is streets ahead of any our environmental impact and complying with legislation, so it’s especially
other label on the market.” pleasing to have our achievements in this area officially recognised.”
BC354 BC355
FIRMLY ROOTED IN THE UK SIMPLY THE BEST
VEKA has announced the acquisition Signbox has seen an
of Bowater Building Products in a upsurge in enquiries
move which will further strengthen following its
VEKA’s market position within the achievement of winning
UK industry during its 25th the Best Sign Company
anniversary year of manufacturing award at Sign & Digital
in the UK. Dave Jones, VEKA managing UK 2011, the sign
director commented: “VEKA is pleased industry’s only
to announce the acquisition of recognised awards
Bowater Building Products. As many scheme. At the
of us in the industry are aware, the prestigious award BC356
current market is extremely difficult, ceremony, held in April at the National Motorcycle Museum, Signbox faced stiff NEW APPOINTMENT
yet VEKA has continued to invest in competition for this top award with all the UK’s leading sign makers having Alfa Laval has announced the
its systems, people and plant and is entered. Commenting on this hugely coveted award, the judging panel for appointment of Jerome Maguire
now in the position to demonstrate Sign & Digital Awards 2011 said, “Weathering the storm to record a 28% as sales engineer for its complete
further commitment to the UK increase on the previous year’s turnover, Signbox’s success has been achieved product portfolio in Northern Ireland
market with this acquisition. through hard work and a dedication to exceeding customer expectations in and the Republic of Ireland. Jerome is
every aspect. Combining intelligent sign design with a considered a qualified mechanical engineer with
approach to the use of sustainable materials, they sit on the cutting-edge a degree in Mechanical Engineering
of today’s sign industry.” Concluding, the judges said: “Boasting a huge from Queens University, Belfast, and,
array of work throughout 2010, Signbox’s dedication to pushing the prior to joining Alfa Laval, worked for
boundaries of sign making epitomises all a modern sign company should leading companies in the vacuum
be.” The Best Sign Company award tops a remarkable year for Signbox, pump and compressed air fields,
having enjoyed a buoyant trading period and a move into groundbreaking most recently as sales manager for
technological signage territory with the launch of Enlighten, the Near Field Compair. Married with a teenage son,
Communication (NFC) smart poster, information retrieval and purchasing Jerome lives in Ballygowen in Northern
system that looks set to take the retail and travel sectors by storm. Mark Ireland and, outside of work, is a keen
We have undertaken a thorough review Bartlett, managing director of Signbox, commented: “To be recognised as the supporter of his local rugby and
of potential acquisitions and have best sign company in the industry is a huge honour; I’m delighted for the team, soccer teams and also enjoys the
selected Bowater Building Products it’s tribute to their tremendous hard work and excellence.” occasional round of golf.
due to its obvious synergies with the
VEKA brand in terms of product
quality and positioning. During the CELEBRATING SUCCESS FOR THE SECOND YEAR RUNNING
review we also found that the ethos Fire-resistant ductwork systems manufacturer, Fire Protection (FPL), has won
of the two companies is very similar, the prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Occupational
as is the way they are run, which Health and Safety Gold Award for the second year in succession. This year’s award
should make way for synergies as we was presented to Ian Davidson of FPL, at a special ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in
align the two brands. This exciting Birmingham and comes after the company had won three successive RoSPA Silver
news comes as we celebrate our 25th Awards between 2007 and 2009. David Rawlins, RoSPA’s awards manager
anniversary of manufacturing here in commented: “Fire Protection has shown a commitment to protecting the health and
the UK. We are aware that there are well-being of its employees and others. Organisations that set and achieve such targets
rumours about the stability of many of deserve to be recognised and that’s where the RoSPA Awards come in.” The RoSPA
our competitors right now and want Gold Award typically involves entrants demonstrating excellent occupational health
customers to feel reassured that they and safety management systems and culture, a rigorous approach to occupational
are partnered with a systems health and high levels of compliance, with control measures for principal risks, below
company whose roots are firmly average and reducing rates of error, harm and loss, as well as no fatal or major injuries
planted in the UK.” BBc357 due to employer negligence and no significant enforcement issues.
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Product Round Up: Acoustic Solutions > Bricks, Blocks & Stone > Fire, Safety & Security
BC361
BC360 BAFFLING
SENDING A MESSAGE ACOUSTICS
Beautiful, highly glazed bricks Classcare PLUS Ceiling
from Ibstock, the UK’s largest Tiles and Sequence
brickmaker, have been used Acoustic Baffles from
to create a striking library CEP Ceilings have
extension in Foleshill, been specified at
Coventry, which is fast developing iconic status in the local community. Wellington Academy to
Multi-coloured glazed bricks, which were vertically stack-bonded to help create an optimum
represent library books, were chosen for the project and utilised across acoustic environment
the entire curved back wall of the library. The array of multi-coloured for both students and staff. The Sequence range of acoustic baffles offers
glazed bricks was introduced to represent the diversity of the community. stunning visual options and outstanding acoustic absorption, while enabling
Bed joint reinforcement was used to provide structural integrity for the air to circulate around them. Classcare PLUS utilises the same durable,
the stack bonding and standard glazed bricks form the concave curve. high density baseboard as the standard Classcare tiles but with an acoustic
To reflect the library’s core theme of imagination, the Ibstock bricks are fleece bonded to the face. This creates a clean, crisp, unbroken surface, suitable
positioned using Morse code, with one white brick representing a dot and for almost any environment without detracting from the impressive sound
three coloured bricks representing a dash. The finished design repeatedly absorption and attenuation performance. CEP Ceilings offers a full range of
spells out the words Supposing, I Wonder and What If across the back wall suspended ceilings and acoustic systems, as well as GRG mouldings, from its
of the library extension. UK bases in Frome and Stafford.
BC362 BC363
SOFTWARE UPGRADE PENNY + GILES IS GROWING GLOBALLY
The Impro IXP220 access control For safety
system from BPT Security Systems and security
(UK) has received a host of software applications,
upgrades, making it quicker and easier including vehicle
to use and adding valuable door and transfer
functionality. Two features have been hatch locks,
added to the IXP220 for enhanced turnstiles, electric BC364
security for the end user. The first of strikes, machine DECORATIVE ABSORBTION
these is a Tracker tool for monitoring guards and key Monarfloor Absorption Panels
up to ten tag holders per site, so that tracking, the Penny from Icopal provide specifiers with
when a tracked tag holder accesses a + Giles range of a decorative method of absorbing
specified location a popup message industrial solenoids high levels of sound energy within
will notify the user; a sound alert can feature high locking a room or building, creating a softer,
also be incorporated. In addition to performance and more comfortable acoustic
tracking, which comes as standard, shear loads, are bearing mounted and provide electrical feedback of the lock environment. The panels are designed
the IXP220 is available with an position. Penny + Giles has an enviable reputation for the precision design and to control reverberant noise in schools
optional Visual Door Control Module. manufacture of reliable control solutions and its industrial solenoids business, and colleges (BB93), hospitals
originally founded in 1918, is now a global supplier with facilities in both (HTM-08), multi-purpose halls and
Europe and Asia. Through its recent acquisition of Mechetronics, virtually any large volume spaces.
Penny + Giles is now positioned to service a growing global market and Designed to partially cover new or
its engineers – who are always available to advise on specification – existing walls, Monarfloor Absorption
can provide solutions to suit any engineering requirement. In fact, as a Panels are decorative and can be
leading provider of linear motion solutions, Penny + Giles understands used to create new design elements
that many of its customers may require bespoke solenoids based on or enhance existing architectural
standard designs. This standard range offers increased reliability and features within a space. The panels
efficiency, simple design and long service life to ensure that the are manufactured from sound
company provides a cost-effective solution. Other applications for absorbing melamine resin and a
solenoid actuators can be found in the following industries: medium thermoset plastic open cell foam base
voltage switchgear; automotive braking; cash handling; business board, covered with an acoustically
When used in conjunction with IP machines; vending and gaming machines and off-highway specialist vehicles. transparent fabric.
Cameras, this new Module provides
monitoring and control of up to four
doors (four cameras) per site from a DORGARD KNOCKS FIRE SAFETY FOR SIX
remote location, as well as allowing In the current ground development programme at Sussex County Cricket Club
snapshots of a video frame and real (CCC) the need to balance health and safety compliance with convenient cus-
time tracking of up to 30 tag holders tomer service, at affordable levels, is essential for the club to achieve its annual
at once, per site. Both new features safety at sports ground certification. In order to keep fire doors open safely and
provide for better end user site legally, while allowing customers and staff to move about easily, Sussex CCC has
management, as well as a simple installed Fireco’s Dorgard wireless fire door retainers at its Indoor Cricket
and cost-effective CCTV solution. School. Sussex CCC commented: “Dorgard is the perfect solution as it allows us
The optional Notifications module has to leave fire doors open, helping injured patients attending our Radius Physiother-
also been designed for improved site apy Clinic, and for those using the sports hall while carrying large amounts of kit
management. Using the module, a to enter and leave easily, but of course allowing the doors to close automatically
notification is broadcast of an end user in the event of a fire emergency.” Dorgard enables fire doors to be legally and
specified event taking place on the safely kept open, as it allows the door to close when the fire alarm sounds, pre-
IXP220 software, via SMS, e-mail or venting the spread of fire and smoke. Installed onto the bottom of the fire door in
Twitter. BC365 under five minutes, Dorgard listens for a continuous fire alarm of 65dBA or higher.
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PROVEN BC367
BC366
EFFECTIVENESS
FIRE RESISTANCE FOR FLOORS Static Systems
The proprietary VERSA-BLOC detail by Group, working
Boise Cascade is the simple, low cost way alongside mechanical
to ensure fire resistance at floor level in and engineering
timber frame party walls. VERSA- contractor Lorne
BLOC provides a sacrificial shield to Stewart, has completed
the VERSA-LAM or VERSA-STRAND the installation of a key
rim boards offered by the company, fire alarm system
ensuring that sufficient structural contract as part of the
columns remain at the end of the redevelopment of Bracknell and Wokingham College. Static Systems’ Series 900
60-minute fire resistance period, fire alarm systems have proved their effectiveness and suitability in healthcare,
required by Part B of the Building prison and commercial sectors and now the Bracknell & Wokingham College
Regulations. VERSA-BLOC is designed to be fixed along the rim contract adds to a growing number of installations in educational establishments.
construction at centres of at least 600mm using ring-shanked nails in The work involved Static Systems in the design, supply, installation, connection,
accordance with the Technical Guidance Bulletin provided by Boise testing and commissioning of the system. Commenting on the Bracknell and
Cascade to its timber frame customers. Simon Jones, Boise’s UK business Wokingham job, Static Systems’ director, Phil Wade said: “This important
development director commented: “With VERSA-BLOC, it is no longer educational sector contract was a good opportunity for us to demonstrate
necessary to install two layers of rim along the party wall.” our wide range of fire alarm applications experience.”
BC368 BC369
KEEN TRAINING INTEREST ONCE UPON A TILE
Chiltern International Fire (CIF) InterfaceFLOR, created
identified a keen interest in training a mystical and edgy
during International FIREX this year, interpretation of classic
according to deputy technical fables at its London
manager Mark Cummings: “Many of showroom during
the visitors to our stand were already Clerkenwell Design BC370
familiar with Chiltern International Fire Week, 24-26 May 2011. MORE HARM THAN GOOD?
as a point of authority, especially in the The company is renowned ADT Fire & Security is warning that
field of passive fire protection, and for its perception when it the new Localism Bill could have a
were looking for our opinion and comes to global design serious impact on fire safety in England
thoughts on current issues and key trends. Introducing a new and Wales. The proposal would allow
trends. The Regulatory Reform, (Fire collection each year, Fire and Rescue Services to charge
Safety) Order and its impact on InterfaceFLOR leads the should they attend a false fire alarm at
passive fire protection, for example, way when it comes to a commercial property. “In 2010, the
was of great concern to fire safety chic and classic styling, Chief Fire Officers Association
officers and the training we offer in providing current design developed a policy for the reduction
this specialist field will address many solutions for the industry. of false alarms and unwanted fire
of their concerns.” The Once upon a Tile signals," commented Peter Lackey,
collection, which fire product marketing manager at
was launched during ADT Fire & Security. "However this has
Clerkenwell Design not been widely adopted by individual
Week, is no exception to this, and promises to offer an extensive fire and rescue services. Instead,
selection of stylish and up-to-the-minute designs. In addition to should the Localism Bill get the go
previewing the new collection, against a dramatic and inspirational ahead – we need to consider the
backdrop, InterfaceFLOR organised a programme of seminars which serious impact in terms of fire safety if
explored topical design issues, the role of sustainability in design and people decide to turn Fire Detections
up-and-coming trends: On Trend Design and Colour; Facts Not Fable Systems and Alarms off because they
and Practical Design Choices. do not want to run the risk of a fine."
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Product Round Up: Floors & Walls > Focus on Healthcare > Lighting & Electrics
BC372
BC371 KEEPING UBS ON THE LIGHTRAK
PERFORMANCE When global financial services firm, UBS, took space in Broadgate West in
AND PROTECTION London, the company found that the Lightrak KNX lighting control system from
Yeoman Shield has KNX UK member, Electrak (part of the Legrand Group), was already installed as
been fitted into the new part of the building’s Cat A fit-out. This made tailoring the space to their needs
surgical Maple ward at quicker and simpler. Lightrak KNX is designed to provide seamless
Scarborough General interoperability with any KNX building control modules. These can be added
Hospital. Products to the system on a simple plug and play basis. Any trained integrator can then
including Guardian integrate them by plugging in a laptop anywhere on the system.
Handrail and 200mm
Protection Rail (both in
Pigeon colour) were
fitted to the entrance of
the side wards. Yeoman Shield also installed Ultra Corner Angles (75 x
75mm) and FalmouthEx Wall Protection Sheets in cream to protect against
damage caused by bed heads. Malcolm Miller, Scarborough Healthcare NHS
Trust, capital projects manager, said: “We have used Yeoman Shield on
many previous occasions and have always been very pleased with its
performance and the protection it provides.”
BC373 BC374
HITTING THE BIG-TIME BETTER FOR THE
When the NSL (Netball Super League) BOTTOM LINE
2011 hit the big-time in terms of Sky Modular Wiring
Sports coverage, it was important that Systems, a subsidiary
the sport was seen in the best possible of electrical cable
light – and the floor took centre stage manufacturer Tratos,
in such games. Not only is it crucially has designed,
important to have the very best manufactured and
surface in terms of player safety in supplied modular power
netball, it also needs to look good and lighting distribution
throughout the tournament. systems for the award-
Part of the solution was to sign winning Ropemaker Place office development in London. British Land's
a partnership agreement with Ropemaker Place is a 603,000ft2, 20-storey office building primarily designed
Gerflor which supplied two of its for professional and financial services occupiers. Modular Wiring Systems has
new portable Taraflex sports floors. worked with a variety of contractors on Ropemaker Place, assisting in the
design of the power and lighting distribution systems, as well as the
manufacture and supply of these prefabricated systems on a floor-by-
floor basis. The last few floors to be taken up are now in the final phase
of fit-out. The use of modular wiring systems is in line with Ropemaker BC375
Place's commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability. A modular TACTILE FLOORING
wiring system is a rapid and easily installed modular distribution Junckers’ new Dark Luxe collection
system prefabricated off-site; the system is essentially the circuit lines features three dark, sumptuous
of a traditional scheme. Modular wiring systems are quick to install with looking floors with a tactile, brushed
reduced labour requirements, are very flexible and cost-effective. In finish. Desert Gold, Mountain Silver
addition to the innovation of a modular wiring system, quality is also a and Black Velvet are made from solid
key feature as the complete system is manufactured off-site in a Oak planks, using a special brushing
factory controlled environment, thus eliminating the potential risks of technique to create a hand finished
Super League is now played on on-site conditions. Sustainability is also addressed by using a modular wiring look with lots of interest. The Dark
Taraflex Sport M Evolution flooring system. As the system is manufactured off-site, there is no requirement for Luxe Collection is available in
as the preferred surface for NSL. cutting and fabrication – good for the environment, good for health and safety, Junckers’ three Wide Board widths:
Taraflex Sport M Evolution flooring is good for waste management and even better for the bottom line. 129, 160 and 185mm.
a new, improved sports product from
Gerflor that can be used in three ways
– as a permanent installation, as a fast MAPEI HELPS REFURBISH WINTER WONDERLAND
track overlay for renovation work or A system of Mapei products has been utilised in the refurbishment of the
as a portable solution for a number of Winter Gardens complex in Blackpool, which has now been restored to its
sports. It is a 7mm synthetic product original splendour. Mapei’s technical team visited the site to offer their advice.
with HD (High Density) CXP (Cellular A complete Mapei product system from the substrate, through to the tiling
Xtreme Process) foam. Gerflor’s installation, was subsequently specified and adopted. Mapetex, an anti-fracture
Taraflex is the preferred surface of NSL membrane, was utilised on the Grade II-listed building because of the damage
and approved manufacturer to both to the existing concrete floor base. Mapetex, a special non-woven strengthening
Netball England and Netball Northern fabric, was adhered to the concrete floor base with Mapei’s high performance
Ireland. As well as offering a full and rapid setting adhesive, Keraquick, mixed with Latex Plus. This system
delivery, fit-out, line marking and provided the necessary strength and durability to permit tiling onto the concrete
technical support service for substrate. The product provides a solution for many traditional problematic
temporary events and competitions, areas involving tiled floor finishes, for example, when floor tiles need to be laid
Taraflex can be installed permanently over a variety of different substrate types such as concrete, timber and existing
over existing surfaces. BC376 tiled finishes.
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BC378
BC377 HEALTHY
A VAST ARRAY OF COLOURS RELATIONSHIP
Dulux Trade is continually striving Yorkon has been awarded
to develop its support offering for a £2.4m construction
professional decorators. As such, the contract at Lister Hospital
company has launched a new look for in Stevenage – its second
the in-store colour display unit, project at the hospital
designed to make the colour scheming for East and North
process simpler. Conveniently Hertfordshire NHS Trust.
displaying a vast array of the Dulux This challenging contract involves adding a new storey on to the roof of the
Trade shades available, the upgraded resource will help professionals to existing cardiac catheterisation unit that was provided by Yorkon in 2004.
identify an inspiring selection of colours to recommend for any project. This will double the size of these life-saving heart attack facilities, and represents
The unit groups together complementary tones into four different moods; a £4.5m investment for the Trust. The project is being phased to maintain use
Rich, Fresh, Warm and Calm. Colours from the Rich mood create impact of the existing facility and keep any disruption to service provision during the
and can make striking feature walls when combined with neutral shades. construction works to an absolute minimum. The 24-module extension has
The Fresh mood comprises pastels and bright colours to maximise light been craned into position using a 350 tonne crane. The operation took place over
in a room, while, in contrast, the Warm shades are great for creating a a weekend to further reduce any inconvenience to staff and patients. The project
welcoming atmosphere. Finally, the tones grouped in the Calm mood help also includes extensive reconfiguration works to the existing laboratory suite,
give any space a sophisticated feel. provision of stairs, lift, and an adjacent modular corridor.
BC379 BC380
CONSERVING RESOURCES SUSTAINABLE
In the face of a growing need to STYLE
conserve resources and minimise our Products from the Dulux
impact on the environment, it’s good Trade Ecosure range of
to know that it is possible to produce high performing
valuable building products using sustainable paints have
materials that were once regarded been used in the
as waste. Wood panel products refurbishment of Natural BC381
manufacturer, Norbord, is the expert Retreat’s lavish GREENING ROOF SPACES
when it comes to utilising materials eco-friendly holiday Long Rake Spar supplies three
that nobody else wants. Its market accommodation in categories of green roof substrates.
leading products – Sterling OSB, Richmond, North Yorkshire. Each contains a blend of specific
Caberwood MDF and Caberboard Dulux Trade Ecosure Matt proportions of recycled and
particleboard and flooring – are all and Ecosure Quick Drying Eggshell were chosen to revamp 20 eco residences, lightweight aggregates with
made from material that was once as part of the hotel company’s continuing dedication to implementing composted bio waste products that
either burned or buried. responsible practices within its accommodation. To help ensure its properties suit most landscaping and ecological
maintain their renowned eco credentials, Natural Retreats approached specifications: Intensive System
Dulux Select Decorator, MRQD Contracting, to recommend products that Substrates (ISS) – an ultra lightweight
would deliver both on sustainability and performance. Mark Rigby, blend of highly absorbent aggregates
Proprietor of MRQD Contracting, said: “When it comes to places to stay, with composted bio-waste to be used
Natural Retreats is one of the leaders of its kind. So to meet the company’s as a substrate within recreational
high standards, we specified coatings from the Dulux Trade Ecosure range. gardenscapes; Extensive System
Not only does the range have outstanding sustainable credentials, the Substrates (ESS) – a blend of
products deliver a high quality, long lasting finish, making them ideal for a lightweight, water absorbent
popular location, which receives a large number of visitors.” Dulux Trade aggregates with composted bio-waste
Ecosure Matt was specified for all interior walls and ceilings in the retreats. and Brown Roofing Substrates (BRS)
Developed in conjunction with independent sustainability expert, Forum – a blend of reclaimed aggregates
for the Future, Ecosure Matt has been specifically formulated to have 35% with composted bio-waste designed
less embodied carbon than standard Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt products. to promote regeneration of the
In addition, the paint contains virtually zero VOCs and its packaging bio-diversity of demolition sites,
comprises at least 25% recycled content. which have been lost to construction.
For example, OSB is made from either
forest thinnings or the parts of the tree
that are not suitable for other SEALING OUT THE SEA
products. The thinnings are the spindly The £17m Weston-super-Mare Sea Defences and Seafront Enhancements
immature trees removed during the project, undertaken by Birse Coastal, a division of Birse Civils, on behalf of North
forestry management process so that Somerset Council, has recently been completed. To eliminate water and salt
larger trees can continue growing. ingress that over time could cause damage to the new structure, a sealant system
“Thinnings can’t be used for sawn from global building product manufacturer Sika was chosen. As part of the
lumber. However, the residual timber project, specialist contractor Fastglobe (Mastics) of Devizes was tasked with
still has a lot of useful wood fibre which sealing the joints of the promenade paving, as well as the concrete promenade
we can process into flakes,” explains wall and a sloping concrete verge. Left unsealed, these joints could let in water,
director for the environment, Steve salt and dirt, which over time would result in possible damage. To eliminate this
Roebuck. Norbord compresses these threat, Sikaflex PRO-2HP, a high performance sealant that is designed for
flakes and bonds them with a resin to movement joints, and Sikaflex Construction a more cost-effective general sealant
produce OSB – one of the most were specified. Sikaflex includes a range of classic one part polyurethane sealants
versatile and widely used board and is suitable for a variety of construction applications, from floor and façade
products in the construction industry. BC382 sealing to civil engineering applications.
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INNOVATIONS > DOORS, WINDOWS & ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE > DRAINIAGE & PLUMBING > FIRE, SAFETY & SECURITY
Metsec Gutter Mate

Metsec has launched the first of a series of web- With an emphasis on sustainable water efficiency within section
based seminars aimed at providing specifiers G of the Code for Sustainable Homes, Gutter Mate from
with essential support in fulfilling their Continuing Drainpipe offers an easy way of meeting new build
Professional Development (CPD) requirements. requirements. This water saving device is installed in the
The new webinar covers lattice beams and provides downpipe, diverting water to a water butt or down the downpipe
information on their manufacture, specification and and into a soakaway or a drainage/irrigation system. The Water
use in a variety of building situations. The new Technology List award-winning system is simple to install,
webinar is based on Metsec’s popular and successful seminar programme, which has been inspect and empty. Gutter Mate helps keep gutters and
created in conjunction with the Construction CPD Certification Service to ensure that it soakaways clear, saves and diverts water and keeps ladders
satisfies the needs of the various professional bodies in the construction industry, including safely in the shed, saving maintenance time for homeowners,
those for architects and structural engineers. The webinar presents material in a clear, logical caretakers and maintenance contractors alike. This proven
sequence, but also allows participants to study the course information at their own pace by device now offers a Fine Mesh insert for even greater filtration. Having been tested
providing navigation which facilitates pause, rewind and forward functions. commercially for three years, it is now generally available and comes in black or white.
Email: interactive@metsec.com Email: sales@guttermate.co.uk
Website: www.metsec.com BC600 Website: www.guttermate.co.uk BC604
Reconomy Aico
Reconomy has introduced Reconomy Portal – a 24/7 Aico has launched two control switches for its
system providing users in any industry where waste RadioLINK Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms.
streams are generated and need to be accounted for, With best practice supporting larger alarm systems
with real-time control of their waste handling and comprising three, four or more smoke and heat
disposal operations – waste cost, tonnage, alarms interconnected, occasionally also with CO
segregation and diversion from landfill. Reconomy alarms, improved control functions are vital to ensure
Portal is a real-time monitoring and management the system is simple for residents to use. Aico’s new
system for effective control of waste across all sectors Alarm Control Switches come in two variants – one for use with smoke and heat alarms and
of industry and commerce and makes an important contribution to achieving reductions in one for combined smoke, heat and CO alarm systems. Both Control Switches have a number
landfill. Via a secure, 24/7 internet connection, it provides users with relevant data to allow the of extra features to allow the residents extra control of their alarms. The Locate feature allows
most cost-effective and sustainable processes to be employed and monitored. Users logging the exact alarm that has triggered the system to be identified when all are sounding; the Test
on to the Reconomy Portal are presented with an intuitive dashboard which shows the type of feature can be used to test the entire systems without having to reach up to the alarms and
waste stream, waste tonnage and how much of their waste has been diverted from landfill. the Silence feature will control any false alarms.
Email: enquiries@reconomy.com Email: enquiries@aico.co.uk
Website: www.reconomy.com BC601 Website: www.aico.co.uk BC605
Profile 22 C.R. Laurence of Europe (CRL)

When it came to designing walkways and
Trade and commercial fabricator Emplas has bridges to connect some of the structures in
completed a major installation of almost 1,500 new the city centre Las Vegas, the designers chose
build, energy efficient windows and doors in a CRL to manufacture windscreens and glass
smooth grey foil. Designed to replicate the external railing systems. Every element was carefully
appearance of aluminium, windows were selected to harmonize with this glamorous,
manufactured by the manufacturer in the FS70 imaginative environment. The suspended
system from Profile 22 and feature an exterior slate-grey foil and white interior finish. pedestrian bridge features a guardrail system
Alongside appearance, energy efficiency was also important on the Code 4 Level project, the that was custom manufactured by CRL. It functions as a windbreak and as a guardrail,
windows achieving a 1.4/m2k WER A-rated advanced thermal performance. Profile 22 also ensuring a safe walkway. CRL also added LED lighting to the handrails to help illuminate the
offers a triple-glazed option, available in its standard ranges and new fully recycled RECO22 bridge. All CRL Glass Windscreen Systems can be easily mounted to a concrete slab, block
system. Capable of achieving U-values as low as 0.8W/m2K, the bead has been designed to wall or steel substrate, and they support a range of glass panel thicknesses for toughened
give fabricators new reach in the commercial sector. and toughened laminated glass applications.
Email: mail@profile22.co.uk Email: chris_ashton@crlaurence.co.uk
Website: www.profile22.co.uk BC602 Website: www.crlaurence.co.uk BC606
Sapa Building System Nittan (UK)

Continuing its ongoing commitment to the Nittan (UK) has added a new detector to its Sensortec
environment, Sapa Building System has been range of fire detection products. The Sensortec ST-PY-
awarded certification to the ISO 14001:2004 AS protocol analogue detector features a new optical
Environmental Management Systems standard. chamber design and orange LED to provide improved
ISO 14001 is an internationally accepted responses to black smoke, which many optical
standard aimed at encouraging businesses to detectors find difficult to detect. Using this new
identify and control the environmental impact design, the ST-PY-AS detector delivers a flat response
of their business, to work continually to improve over different types of fire, making it isuitable for an
environmental performance and to implement even wider range of applications than ever before, including those where ionisation detectors
a systematic approach to setting environmental objectives and targets. Sapa’s commitment were previously only thought suitable. In addition to a new chamber design, the ST-PY-AS
to improving its environmental impact extends beyond management systems. The company detector has been designed with an internal micro-controller to give the detector intelligence
is also encouraging its staff to consider where they can make a difference and also to at the head. Other features include soft addressing, negating the need for a DIL switch, and
participate in schemes such as cycling to work or car sharing. built-in drift compensation to help prevent false alarms from dirty detectors.
Email: info@sapagroup.com Email: sales@nittan.co.uk
Website: www.sapabuildingsystems.co.uk BC603 Website: www.nittan.co.uk BC607
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Rinnai UK Spiral Construction

The Award-winning HDC (Heavy Duty Spiral Construction has completed a new feature staircase
Condensing) water heater from Rinnai UK is for the world famous London Palladium theatre. Working
proving a huge success since it was launched with contractor Overbury and RHWL Architects, Spiral
onto the UK market a year ago. The HDC designed, manufactured and installed a helical staircase to
range offers versatile, technologically link the newly refurbished Palladium bar with the foyer.
advanced, temperature priority hot water. The sweeping stair consists of a steel structure with the
Rinnai’s condensing technology incorporates stringers and soffit clad in fibrous plaster. Natural stone
two heat exchangers to achieve optimum treads and risers were machined to reproduce the detailed
water heating generated from every cubic metre of Natural Gas or LPG. Extremely energy profiles matching those of the existing Victorian staircases.
efficient and offering supreme performance, the water heaters capture residual heat from its The balustrade to the stair and adjacent circular gallery
flue gases and transfer it into the water being heated. The condensing process delivers up to comprise glass and wrought iron spindles, with a French
95% thermal efficiency (105% net in accordance with BS EN 677), which translates to polished hardwood handrail. Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, chairman of the Really Useful Group
significant energy savings when compared to standard tankless water heaters. which owns the Palladium, directly supervised much of the work.
Email: chris.goggin@rinnaiuk.com Email: enquiries@spiral.uk.com
Website: www.rinnaiuk.com BC608 Website: www.spiral.uk.com BC612
Kermi Visive Group

The classical timeless Arbonia Range of Visive has ventured into the world of commercial
Column radiators is a front runner in the general lighting, with the launch of the LED-Grid,
extensive programme of heating solutions a solid state lighting luminaire that can be used in
now available from Kermi in a wide range conventional suspended grid ceilings. Designed to
of permanent powder coated colours. retrofit directly into a 600 x 600mm recess, the
Exceptional heat output and a vast range LED-Grid is quick and easy to install with a clean
of sizes and configurations opens up many aesthetic modern look. It is maintenance free and
opportunities for the consultant and has a lifetime in excess of 60,000 hours,
heating engineer in the wider contract underpinned by a five-year guarantee, making it suitable for commercial, retail, educational
market. Buildings of all types can be catered for including schools, hospitals, hotels and all and medical applications. Unlike other fluorescents, the LED-Grid is fully dimmable and
commercial building developments. The range is also suitable for larger period properties in comes to full brightness instantly, with a soft even light of field. The LED-Grid is designed to
the domestic housing market. Convex or concave angles are no problem and bay window or assist in achieving LG7 compliance and is very efficient, resulting in a high initial system
curved models are also available. efficacy of up to 69.5lm/w.
Email: marketing@kermi.co.uk Email: jscholey@visivegroup.com
Website: www.kermi.co.uk BC609 Website: www.visivegroup.com BC613
DuPont Tyvek Mereway Kitchens

The newest holiday homes at The Warren Mereway Kitchens has introduced two fabulous
in Abersoch benefit from an air-tight, new finishes to its popular Canterbury range;
thermally efficient, weather-proof Olive and Pebble, which bring new technology to
envelope courtesy of advanced Mereway in the form of a new soft matt foil finish
membranes from DuPont Building that is smooth and velvety to the touch.
Innovations. The holistic overview was for Canterbury; a shaker style door already
the building envelope to work in harmony successfully available in Spring White, Ivory,
with features such as a heat recovery Bone and Stone has expanded its range with
system and this involved the optimising combination of DuPont Tyvek breather membranes these new finishes to inject even more modern yet subtle tones into the popular shaker style
(in two different types) and DuPont AirGuard air and vapour control layer to create a durable kitchen. Canterbury is manufactured and finished by Mereway Kitchens in the UK, and made
barrier against wind, water and interstitial condensation. The lightweight timber frame using a two-piece process to create a sharper edge with a fine looking smooth matt finish.
structures were assembled and sealed off-site and delivered to Haulfryn ready for smart The full range of features and accessories are available in the new colours, with a pebble
interior finishing and external landscaping. carcass also joining the range.
Email: julie.roberts@gbr.dupont.com Email: carriewhitehouse@merewaykitchens.co.uk
Website: www.tyvek.co.uk BC610 Website: www.merewaykitchens.co.uk BC614
Redland Elta Fans

East Riding Council has specified Redland’s roof When publicans John Milan and Steve
integrated Mini Stonewold Solar-PV tile for 100 houses as Bellman decided to refurb The Three
part of a social housing project in East Riding, Hull. Crowns Inn, they turned to Elta Fans to
Redland’s Mini Stonewold Solar PV tiles were fully provide one of the most important elements
integrated into the roofs, ensuring optimum weather of their new kitchen ventilation system.
tightness and a sleek finish whilst aiding mandatory An Elta Fans SPP500/4/2 DCV (Demand
compliance with level 4 of the CFSH. Simon Button, Control Ventilation) fan was fitted, fully
principle architect for East Riding Council explained: encased, in a system that involved special,
“The East Riding of Yorkshire Council always focuses on fire-proofed ducting because of the fire
good quality building materials for its projects taking into hazard presented by the thatched roof of the building. The fan is single-phase supply and so
account appearance, durability and cost. The affordable required the fitting of a 1-3 phase frequency inverter, programmed to provide minimum and
housing scheme also promoted the use of Green Guide A+ rated building products. maximum speeds to control duty point against noise levels. The inverter also provides
For all these reasons Redland was included in the project specification.” overload protection for the system and facilitates integration with the gas control panel.
Email: info.redland@monier.com Email: mailbox@eltafans.co.uk
Website: www.monier.co.uk BC611 Website: www.eltafans.com BC615
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Levolux TigerTurf
Latymer Upper School’s new £8.3m Science and Artificial grass manufacturer, TigerTurf
Library building effectively fuses contemporary has launched the new Pro Series,
architecture with existing medieval style architecture, guaranteeing the same performance
with dark red terracotta cladding and an external but now with an additional 20% longer
Solar Shading solution from Levolux. Levolux followed life span. Within the sports construction
a challenging brief to develop a custom solution market companies are starting to feel
incorporating its aluminium Aerofoil fins and the pressure of the financial aspect of
polycarbonate fins. Along the building’s east and west the decision making process and TigerTurf needs to ensure that its customers are getting
facing elevations, Levolux installed 72 individual maximum value for their investment. Despite this fact, quality remains key for the company
polycarbonate fins. Standing vertically, each fin measures 600mm wide and 3.2m long and is which carefully designs its products to deliver the best possible performance to suit all
framed on three sides by aluminium flashings finished in a co-ordinated matt brown powder budget requirements. The R&D team has worked tirelessly on developing the new Pro Series,
coating. The fins are positioned vertically in pairs to shield floor-to-ceiling glazed panels from which has been incorporated in to three of the company’s leading products. TigerTurf WETT
the sun’s rays. Pro, Advantage Pro and Evolution Pro form the 'new' Pro Series range. All three products
Email: info@levolux.co.uk provide outstanding surfaces for either hockey, tennis or multi use.
Website: www.levolux.com BC616 Website: www.tigerturflandscape.co.uk BC620
InStar Spectus
Specialist manufacturer and distributor of roofing and Spectus Window Systems has re-organised its
waterproofing components, InStar, is celebrating ten years in commercial team to strengthen its position in the market
the industry this year – and a long, successful history selling as it moves to address the increased demand across its
core adhesive product INSTA-STIK. INSTA-STIK roofing peak trading period. Amongst the new faces, Joanna
adhesive – used to attach insulation boards and Plane (pictured) joins as marketing manager.
waterproofing membranes to a variety of substrates on flat Joanna has a proven track record in helping distribution
roofs – benefits from a delivery system which allows partners grow in tough economic times and specialises
precisely controlled doses, so less product and time is in strategic marketing campaign planning that drives
wasted. INSTA-STIK comes in a portable, pressurized brand development, customer retention, product and
container which needs no external power source, making it business development. Chris Powell has moved within
easy to use on a high construction site. Unlike liquid the business to become business development director
polyurethane adhesives, the product is already expanded when dispensed and cures within and Peter Colclough will be joining the business development team. In addition, Chris Ross
30-45 minutes, resulting in faster installation times. will now focus full time on his role as product manager.
Email: info@instar-uk.co.uk Email: contacting@spectus.co.uk
Website: www.insta-stik.co.uk BC617 Website: www.spectus.co.uk BC621
Sto David Bailey Furniture Systems

StoTherm Mineral has been used David Bailey Furniture Systems was
extensively on the new Waterside Theatre selected to supply fitted hospital
in Aylesbury. Designed with flowing furniture for the new ITV medical
organic curves to reflect the hills around drama, Monroe. ITV and Mammoth
the town, the fly tower for the theatre Screen first contacted David Bailey
forms a dramatic focal point for the Furniture Systems through the
building. Its emphatic off-white finish is company’s website by requesting a
brought about by the use of the Stolit brochure. The production company was
acrylic, crack-resistant render, allowing a seamless sharp finish. The rear wall of the building so impressed by the hospital furniture,
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