BPindex blog | The Largest Building Products directory in the uk

Especially in the area of Care the topic of hygiene has always had a high priority. But today, hygiene and infection control are also becoming the determining factor in public and semi-public buildings in the interior concept.

Hygiene dispensers should be aesthetic and stylish and fit optimally into existing rooms. Materials, surfaces and matching colours allow individual design options. With the System 900 dispensers, HEWI makes it possible to order products for project business in the colour of your own choice. The use of robust materials makes the dispensers suitable for use in highly frequented public buildings, in hotels and in the care sector.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN COLOUR

HEWI’s colour worlds offer individual design options and make expressive statements. Whether in the latest trend colours or in your personal favourite colour, System 900 soap and disinfectant dispensers can be powder-coated to match any interior design. The possibility of individualisation offers companies in office and commercial buildings as well as hotels the option of implementing the corporate design down to the smallest detail.

In this way, unique colour concepts are created that create a personal recognition value and put the donors in the limelight individually. According to the motto: Make Your Own Choice – Choose Your Own Colour!

HEWI SYSTEM 900 DISPENSER

HEWI offers design options with the System 900 dispensers and enables hygiene measures to be implemented aesthetically in entrance areas and lobbies, on tables, in front of lifts or wherever they are needed. The HEWI design line is available in stainless steel with a matt surface in white, grey shades or black and, brand new, in the colour of your choice. The new disinfectant dispenser can be combined with other sanitary solutions from HEWI. Soap and paper towel dispensers as well as waste bins are available in the respective design language.

CONTACT-FREE DISINFECTION

The HEWI dispenser models from System 900 are available in both manual and electronic form. The sensory design enables users to disinfect their hands without touching. When the built-in sensor system is activated, the disinfection area lights up and supports intuitive operation. The product is dispensed as a spray and allows for better distribution on the skin. The presetting of the output quantity is particularly resource-saving. It counteracts a high consumption of disinfectant.

Modus – Getting you Future Homes ready

Building Products Index Ltd May 24, 2022 Doors, PVC-U, PVC-U, Windows Leave a Comment

View the Eurocell entry on BPindex

Visit the Eurocell website

With the Modus profile system, you can create a whole range of different fenestration types and aesthetic styles from a single system.

Coming with a 12-year guarantee, Modus is available in nine solid and woodgrain-effect colours, all of which are available with white internal finishes to create a light and airy living environment. A further range of more than 40 solid and woodgrain effect finishes are available, including colour both sides.

BBA certified to function satisfactorily for more than 35 years, the Modus range has a U-value of 1.2 W/m² using 4/20/4 mm sealed double-glazed units. This effective thermal performance is due to the 75mm six-chamber profile system used in the Modus that enables the range to achieve a U-value as low as 0.7 by installing triple-glazed units. This ensures that Modus can be used to help you get ready for the Future Homes Standard in both 2022 & 2025.

Consisting of 50% post-consumer recycled PVC-U as standard, this range of doors and windows has a smaller carbon footprint than products made or recycled outside of the UK. Eurocell achieves this by employing dual material extrusion technology (DMET) that layers post-consumer recycled and ‘virgin’ material simultaneously, so the recycled material is concentrated in the central core of the profiles where it cannot be seen once the door or window is installed.

For more information on Modus visit: https://www.eurocell.co.uk/pvc-u-trade/windows/modus

Howe Green and DMC Contracts help create a first-class finish at Farringdon Elizabeth line station

Building Products Index Ltd May 24, 2022 access covers Leave a Comment

View the Howe Green entry on BPindex

Visit the Howe Green website

Image courtesy of Crossrail Ltd

As a central part of the Elizabeth line that will connect with Thameslink and the London Underground, Farringdon station will be one of the UK’s busiest.

Strategically situated 30 metres underground between the cultural and financial centres of London, the Elizabeth line station will provide links to the capital’s centre and Canary Wharf, outer suburbs, home counties and three of London’s five airports. Up to 24 trains will run each way through central London every hour at peak times when the Elizabeth line is fully open.

Throughout the construction process 200 of Howe Green’s 7500 Series Floor Access Covers were installed at Farringdon Elizabeth line station by DMC Contracts, one of the UK’s leading fit-out contractors.

Image courtesy of Crossrail Ltd

The floor covers were installed throughout the entire 25,596 square metre station, including two new ticket halls, which are connected by an underground central concourse, in addition to the 244 metre long passenger platform.

Having to fit within a complex infrastructure network below ground presented engineering and design challenges that required bespoke design solutions.

This included the specification of Howe Green’s single, duct and multipart configuration steel floor access covers, which were manufactured in standard and modified depths to provide safe and secure access to under-floor services, without impacting the overall design scheme.

Conor McCann, Director at DMC Contracts, said: “Farringdon Elizabeth line station sets the standard for specification. The BREEAM excellent accredited construction features the highest specification of modern building components.

Image courtesy of Crossrail Ltd

“Drawing on our 15 year relationship with Howe Green we were able to ensure all under-floor services could be accessed quickly and conveniently, whilst meeting the project’s specific requirements and ensuring compliance.”

Suitable for up to 5 tonne pneumatic tyre wheel loads, Howe Green’s medium-duty floor access covers were specified to withstand the station’s high volume passenger footfall, whilst the easy lift mechanism will ensure minimal disruption to passengers when engineers are accessing below floor services.

Manufactured to BS 476: Part 22, Howe Green’s 7500 Series Floor Access Covers also provide resistance to fire and smoke for up to two hours, eliminating the potential transmission of smoke and fire from below floor services in the event of a fire.

This was a key consideration throughout the specification process, to ensure the access solutions provide the highest standards in safety and performance throughout all areas of the station.

Chris George, Business Development Manager for Howe Green, said: “We are extremely proud to have partnered with fit-out specialist DMC Contracts at Farringdon station, in addition to six other stations as part of the Elizabeth line. As Farringdon will become one of the busiest stations in the UK, it was crucial that our floor access covers could meet the project’s unique specifications, and by working in partnership with DMC Contracts, we successfully achieved this.”

For further information on Howe Green’s complete range of floor access solutions, visit www.howegreen.com or call 01920 463230.

A STRIVE TOWARD A GREENER FUTURE

Building Products Index Ltd May 24, 2022 Insulation Leave a Comment

View the SAS entry on BPindex

Visit the SAS website

DEFINING EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION

Image Location: Beacon Avenue Exeter

Construction materials and products are constantly evolving to keep up with the pace of the construction industry, consequently, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of timber frame houses being built.

With the growth of modular construction utilising off-site construction there has been a decrease in time spent on site, creating consistency and increased productivity.

The energy efficiency of our homes has also become a concern with rising heating costs, meaning more of us are thinking about other innovative solutions like the insulation of our homes.

ICF or insulated concrete form is a fantastic example of a modern system focused on creating exceptionally energy-efficient homes.

ICF is quick to install by stacking polystyrene blocks, filling the hollow with concrete and leaving it to set, resulting in an incredibly strong and thermally efficient structure.

But what about existing houses! Improvement of loft insulation and underfloor insulation can make a notable difference, but what about the walls?

Cavity wall insulation is a popular solution for many homes, although not all housing stock is suitable.

This leaves two main options, increase the insulation inside the house with internal insulation systems, or look at an external insulation system.

External insulation systems are a fantastic way to increase the insulation value of your house while transforming the look of the building.

At SAS, we have developed ProRend EIFS, our comprehensive and fully warranted external insulation system.

THE ADVANTAGES OF USING PROREND EIFS:

Cheriton Bishop, Exeter
Before

System durability up to 30 years – BBA 20/5767
Choice of EPS or Mineral wool insulation to suit your requirements
Fire tested in accordance with BS-EN 13501 Achieving a rating of A2-S1-D0 (for mineral wool)
Drastically increase property’s thermal performance
Approved Document Part B Fire Safety compliant
Suitable for application up to and above 18m (mineral wool)
Available in 30 standard colours plus RAL and NCS matching to 65000+ colours
10-year system warranty
Highly water-repellent silicone resin finish
Low maintenance costs

SYSTEM BREAKDOWN

Cheriton Bishop, Exeter
During

Following any potential surface preparation requirements, the insulation material, either mineral wool or EPS, is adhered to the surface using our specially designed high polymer basecoat.

The insulation slabs are mechanically fixed to the substrate, then the basecoat is applied and fully embedded with a fibreglass reinforcement mesh to tie the whole area together.

Once cured, a colour primer is applied followed by a highly water-resistant and flexible silicone thin coat.

The whole system achieves a 30-year BBA certification and comes with a 10-year system warranty.

INSULATION OPTIONS:

Cheriton Bishop, Exeter
After

ProRend EIFS can be installed using either expanded polystyrene (EPS), or mineral wool insulations.

Both options of ProRend EIFs boast superb insulation properties but principally for different property types.

THE ADVANTAGES OF USING EIFS: EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE – EPS

Our premium platinum insulation has fantastically low thermal conductivity, drastically decreasing the overall heat lost through your walls.

As the most cost-effective of the two insulants, EPS is often the material of choice for residential renovations.

MINERAL WOOL

Our high-density mineral wool slab is a fibrous material formed by spinning or drawing molten mineral or rock materials.

The composition of the mineral wool makes it incredibly fire-resistant; this is particularly useful for any high rise or commercial buildings where fire safety is paramount.

Mineral Wool can be utilised as a sole insulant in ProRend EIFS projects or serve as a fire barrier in EPS applications.

When considering a renovation to improve thermal efficiency, the regulations refer to the thermal requirements as stated in Approved Document L1B.

L1B states that any newly constructed thermal elements or thermal elements constructed as replacements for existing elements should achieve a U-value of 0.28 W/(m².K).

Two traditional wall makeups are solid walls or brick cavities. We have modelled the reduction in U-value based on various thicknesses of EPS used in our system.

As you can see from the graph, 90mm insulation is often enough to meet the regulations of 0.28 W/(m².K).

Thicker insulation can, of course, be used to further decrease the U-value and make the building that much more thermally efficient.

Whatever your property, if you are looking to increase the thermal efficiency while transforming the exterior, get in touch and SAS will put a bespoke specification together for you and calculate your U-value.

Who knew concrete could look this good?

Building Products Index Ltd May 24, 2022 Staircase Leave a Comment

View the Kallisto Stairs entry on BPindex

Visit the Kallisto Stairs website

Staircases are a focal point of architectural design – in large open spaces they make a statement, and if you have a specific design specification in mind, you’ll want flawless service from design, right through to installation. There are a huge number of benefits when opting for precast concrete. Let us show you…

Milbank Concrete Products, based in Essex, are pleased to introduce you to Kallisto Stairs – a proven UK-based concept for precast-manufactured curved stairs.

With a passion for craftsmanship and pushing the boundaries of construction, our mission is to manufacture and install beautifully bespoke precast curved, helical, and spiral stairs in the UK’s most prestigious properties.

We believe we are the only company in the UK that can provide bespoke precast concrete stairs as economically as possible, without any compromise on quality. How? We design, manufacture, deliver and install the stairs ourselves, which ensures we maintain control of the entire supply chain and, more importantly, exceed our clients’ expectations every time.

The advantages of opting for bespoke Precast Concrete Stairs

Bespoke – every single one of our stairs is hand crafted at our factory in North Essex, assuring the end product is completely unique to your client and their property

Quality – Using a flexible steel formwork system in a controlled offsite factory environment enables precast stairs to be made accurately and to a high quality.

Cost – Precast stairs are a cost-effective alternative to expensive steel or timber structures. The manufacturing process allows for less man hours, thus reducing costs considerably.

Speed – Precast staircases can be installed in a day and often at the same time as the structural flooring. In situ poured concrete stairs usually take weeks to build, cast, strip, and finish.

Safety – Precast staircases can be used as soon as they are installed and provide an immediate working platform for follow on trades. In situ poured stairs will require alternative access routes to the upper floors during the build and curing phase.

Flexibility – Precast stairs can be installed within a variety of applications including steel framed structures or tied directly into concrete floors using projecting reinforcement.

Sustainability – Precasting allows the repeated use of formwork, whereas in situ concrete pouring results in the formwork being disposed of on each project, increasing wastage. All our manufacturing machinery and yard vehicles operate on HVO biofuel – a sustainable alternative to regular diesel.

It’s all in the details…

Manufactured utilising leading European technology, Kallisto stairs can be designed and adapted to meet all design requirements at a surprisingly affordable price. Whatever your design, a finished Kallisto stair adds value and character to your project, providing a spectacular central feature.

Each staircase is completely bespoke, with the rise, going, and width able to be customised to suit an extensive range of projects and applications. From lavish spiral staircases in prestigious properties with generous space, to winder staircases in town houses where space is of a premium.

In addition to the adaptability of the moulds, the ability to manufacture off-site makes for a highly cost-effective solution for even the most elaborate staircases, along with benefits to both quality and efficiency.

Bringing an element of sophistication and elegance to any property, the versatility of precast concrete means that not only is a Kallisto stair resilient, solid, and durable, but can also be attractively finished in a material best suited to the property i.e., wood, marble, stone, or tiles.

Let’s work together

To ensure we can give you our fullest attention, we see clients by appointment only. To arrange an appointment, please contact our office on 01787 220564 or by emailing us: info@kallistostairs.co.uk

For further information, please visit our website www.kallistostairs.co.uk

Axis Entrance Systems Case Study: Logan Construction for St George’s Hospital

Building Products Index Ltd April 27, 2022 Doors, Sliding Leave a Comment

View the Axis Entrance Systems entry on BPindex

Visit the Axis Entrance Systems website

INDUSTRY: Healthcare

CLIENT: Logan Construction for St George’s Hospital

ARCHITECT: Hunters

PROJECT:

The conversion and refurbishment of existing offices into a new interventional radiology department, consisting of; six enclosed recovery bays, a nurses’ station, and an accessible toilet.

CHALLENGES:

For this project Axis and the other contractors on site had the dual challenges of working within a ‘live’ hospital environment and the necessity for strict compliance with COVID-19 safeguards.

Maintaining noise, dust, and vibration controls in this ‘live’ hospital environment were vital throughout the project and epitomised by the fact that there was an operating theatre in constant use, on the floor above, directly over the new recovery bays.

SOLUTION:

Axis was asked to help create bright, light recovery bays with options of good visibility or privacy, and the flexibility to separate each bay from surrounding bays and communal areas, to enhance COVID-19 safeguards, in this frontline healthcare environment.

Our solution for the doors was our own, award-winning, FLO-MOTION® DOORS – the extra low-friction, manual sliding door system.

The full width and height glass doors, which we fabricate using extruded aluminium profiles, include a self-supporting ‘goalpost’ frame, and feature recirculating ball guides on a low resistance linear track with damper mechanism. The doors can be opened and closed with fingertip control.

Each door for this project was fitted with interstitial blinds set within the glass for the visibility/privacy option.

“Logan undertook several projects at St George’s Hospital with a challenging programme and key to the successful delivery of these schemes were the sliding doors from Axis. Their professional approach from start to conclusion is recognised and it ensured these projects were concluded on time, to a high standard and in a commercially attractive manner. We look forward to working with Axis on future schemes.” Kevin Farr, Senior Surveyor

OUTCOME:

The new recovery unit has provided several significant benefits, including:

• A safer, brighter, more spacious, and flexible working environment
• Providing staff and patients with better visibility of each other
• Greatly enhanced patient experience

T: 01604 212500 W: www.axisentrances.com

MARLEY’S FUTURE-PROOFED ROOF SYSTEM SCOOPS PRESTIGIOUS HOUSEBUILDER PRODUCT AWARD

Building Products Index Ltd April 27, 2022 Roof tiles, Roofing Leave a Comment

View the Marley entry on BPindex

Visit the Marley website

Marley’s full roof system has won the Best External Product award in the highly competitive 2022 Housebuilder Product Awards.

The expert panel of industry judges recognised how Marley’s complete roof system including integrated solar PV and an innovative fire safety solution – Roof Defence, could help housebuilders tackle prominent issues round future sustainability and end user safety, and ultimately, provide future-proofed roofs.

Marley SolarTile®, together with the new and innovative Roof Defence product, can both be specified as component solutions within a fully integrated roof system and help play a significant role in enabling housebuilders to satisfy new carbon reduction responsibilities under Part L of the Building Regulations, as well as enhance protection against the risk of fire spread between roof spaces.

Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, said: “We are committed to working with housebuilders so they can specify roofing solutions that meet the needs of their customers and the regulatory landscape they’re operating in. That’s why we’re delighted that the value of future-proofed roofs provided by the Marley full roof system have been recognised in this way.

“Roof Defence and Marley SolarTile can help housebuilders protect the safety of homeowners and meet the sustainability demands of Part L and onwards to the Future Homes Standard, so it’s great that the judging panel have acknowledged the benefits both products bring to a roof system.

“Marley’s single supply offering ensures the housebuilding sector can access a fully integrated roofing solution that has sustainability, safety, and performance at its heart.”

The judging panel at the Housebuilder Product Awards commented: “The judges favoured entries which satisfied the key criteria of the category including offering solutions to the housebuilder and cost and time saving, as well as, importantly, the need to meet sustainability and zero carbon challenges facing the industry. The judges were impressed by the approach of the best and winning product in this category to put sustainability at the heart of the product range.”

To find out more about Marley’s full roof system, including integrated solar PV and innovative Roof Defence solution, visit: https://www.marley.co.uk/roofsystem

Gaia Underfloor Heating Warms East Anglian Air Ambulance Operational Base

Building Products Index Ltd April 27, 2022 Heating, underfloor heating Leave a Comment

View the Gaia entry on BPindex

Visit the Gaia website

The East Anglian Air Ambulance is a 24hr, 7 days a week charity covering Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire by air and road. The EAAA exists to save lives by delivering highly skilled doctors and critical care paramedics by air or car to seriously ill or injured people in the region. They are a life-saving charity that is only kept airborne thanks to their incredible supporters.

In September last year during Air Ambulance Week, they held a special event to mark the opening of the newly extended and renovated operational base and headquarters at Norwich Airport, named Helimed House. The new base also offers a full training suite for the clinical teams.

Project Overview:

Project size: 618m²

System: Wet underfloor heating system attached to reinforced mesh, due to the sub-base being a monolithic floor slab.

Date installed: July 2020 – commissioned March 2021

Commercial Underfloor Heating Project Solution:

As the build-up requirements called for a robust floor construction there was no scope to install a normal wet UFH system clipped to an insulation layer. The project specification called for relatively low flow and return temperatures of 45/35ºC, this is to future-proof the building for use with heat pumps.

We adjusted our pipe fixings, using cable ties to secure the underfloor heating pipework to a layer of concrete reinforcement mesh. We designed the UFH system to overcome heating shortfalls based on the reduced flow and return temperatures.

Working on behalf of our client who were the entrusted mechanical and electrical contractors on this project, it was a pleasure to design, supply and install the Underfloor Heating package.

“Our operations team installed the system on time, keeping to the schedule of works ensuring our clients project progressed as planned” – Account Manager William Theobald

We offer floor build-up, heat loss calculation, technical drawings, manifold & control placement, project valuation, experienced install team, handover & commissioning and everything in between. We’re here to advise, guide and deliver your project. You can be confident in our service, products, warranties and insurances.

If you have an upcoming Commercial or Residential Underfloor Heating Project that requires underfloor heating, complete our project quote form online and a member of the team will be in touch. Alternatively drop us an email at projects@gaia.co.uk or call 01359 242 400.

Redesign: Range 477/801 in new design language

Building Products Index Ltd April 27, 2022 bathroom accessories, Bathrooms, sanitary accessories, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

View the HEWI entry on BPindex

Visit the HEWI website

Versatile dispenser system complements the design classic

HEWI reinterprets the dispenser solutions of the iconic design range 477/801. Inspired by clear geometries, a wide-ranging dispenser system in a modern design language has been created.

For HEWI, good design means offering design options. The new dispenser products complement the successful 477/801 sanitary range. There is a choice of different models made of polyamide with a basic body in pure white or signal white supplemented by coloured frame elements. The dispensers are characterised by their robustness and are perfectly suited for use in heavily frequented sanitary rooms.

From soap and paper towel dispensers to hygiene combinations and waste bins in various sizes, HEWI offers a consistent, functional range that is also characterised by the highest design standards. In addition to manually operated versions, some of the dispensers are also available in a sensoric version.

Discreet colour elements in the sanitary room

Modularity, surface variety and the highest design standards reflect HEWI’s understanding of first-class design. Thanks to the discreet contrasting elements in 16 glossy and five matt colours, the new dispenser systems create colourful accents in the sanitary room. At the same time, the coloured elements serve to highlight functional areas such as the removal or insertion opening and therefore offer users additional orientation.

The smooth, reflective surface of the body as well as the coloured elements in glossy or matt edition enable design options in sanitary rooms of health and educational buildings as well as in buildings in public spaces.

Range 477/801

HEWI has decades of expertise in the development of barrier-free solutions. With range 801, HEWI launched the first barrier-free system on the German market 40 years ago.

Since then, the range has undergone continuous development and has established itself as a classic in the sanitary room. Range 801 is complemented by the accessories of range 477. Range 477/801 is still produced in Bad Arolsen today.

BS 8102:2022 – Structural Waterproofing and Ground Gas Protection

Building Products Index Ltd April 26, 2022 Gas Membranes, Membranes Leave a Comment

View the delta Membranes entry on BPindex

Visit the Delta Membranes website

Technical Drawings – Ground Gas Protection Systems – Delta Membranes

Ground Gas Protection Systems – Delta Membranes

Gas Protection Systems – Delta Membranes

Kevin Dodds, Delta’s Manging Director, shares some thoughts on structural waterproofing and ground gas protection approaches.

With much anticipation, BSI launch BS8102:2022 Protection of Below Ground Structures Against Water Ingress. Code of practice. Within the update is recognition of combining both structural waterproofing and ground gas protection.

Prior to the launch of BS8102:2022, both BS8102:2009 and BS8485:2015+A1:2019 were intertwined, however BS8102:2022 provides further and greater clarification on design approaches.

Awareness and a better understanding of the potential impact of ground gas is being recognised more and more by both industry professions and homeowners alike. Ground gases aren’t particularly something new, however newer technologies for dealing with ground gases are. With innovative new products, and approaches to design it’s possible to provide both a robust, continuous waterproof and gas proof design.

Ground gases either occur naturally or through human activity which impacts on environmental factors. From Radon to Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), the impact of ground gases on occupiers of a structure built on a contaminated site are substantial. From health issues to toxicity, ground gases should be approached with caution.

A desktop study is the first part of the site investigation process, depending on the risks present, these findings will contribute to determining the overall protection systems chosen.

If a site has been identified with ground gas or hydrocarbon contamination it will be given a Characteristic Situation Score. The Characteristic Situation Score is defined according to how severe the gas flow and gas concentration from the ground/soil is.

All sites which have been characterised with a gas situation score will require a gas protection system and where identified a waterproof protection barrier.

Ground gas protection is a barrier that prevents hazardous gases and contaminants from the underlying soils entering a structure. A well-designed system can also perform the function of a damp-proof membrane, assisting in preventing the ingress of moisture into the structure.

Waterproof protection is the prevention of water ingress into a structure. A well-designed system may also perform the function of a ground gas protection system (product selection pending).

Evaluation of groundwater conditions, risk assessment and options for drainage outside the structure should always be considered and included in the overall design.

A Waterproofing Design Specialist will be able to interpret the requirements of BS8102:2022 and BS8485:2015+A1:2019 along with other legislative documents to produce a waterproofing design which incorporates both a waterproof and gas proof protection system.

A key element of this design approach is a continuous solution. When we use the term “continuous”, we are referring to the design approach, which should include the whole structure (from detailing to any opening), ensuring the entire structure is protected.

We are always Happy to Help

Do you have questions about a project, product, or application? In an ever-changing industry where reduced risk and higher quality is required, you need a waterproofing design partner that is proactive and dedicated to help you keep up with new technologies and solutions to ensure your projects thrive. Whatever the needs of your business, you can rely on the #DeltaTeam to ensure you get the right advice, support, and practical help at exactly the right time to keep you ahead of the competition.

Contact: 01992 523 523

Email: info@deltamembranes.com

Website: www.deltamembranes.com

Page 26 of 105
←
1
...
25
26
27
...
105
→