New RIBA Accredited CPD from Howe Green Ltd

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181029 Image for CPD PRHowe Green Ltd, the UK’s leading manufacturer of fabricated metal access covers, has recently launched a new CPD seminar.

The CPD – “Safe Access All Areas: Floor Access” has been accredited by RIBA and is listed on the RIBA CPD website – www.ribacpd.com.

The aim of the CPD is to help architects and specifiers gain a greater insight into the key considerations when specifying floor access covers.

Floor access covers provide a safe and easy way to overcome the challenge of accessing building services concealed under floors.  As a small part of an overall construction project floor access covers are often an overlooked element of the building envelope. However, the consequences of specifying an access cover that is inappropriate for the environment where it is being installed can have far-reaching, and costly, implications.  Choice of materials, such as stainless steel or aluminium, loading performance, floor finish and fire rating are examples of just some of the different design parameters that need to be considered when specifying floor access covers.

Health and safety remain at the forefront of specification in the construction industry. The CPD outlines how floor access covers can be moved safely and in line with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR) 1992, CDM 2015 Regulations and Building Regulations.

Floor access covers may seem a simple, straightforward product to specify however getting the specification right for the intended use and ensuring the requirements for both performance and aesthetics are met can be fraught with complexity.

James Fisher, MD of Howe Green, explains, “For over 35 years Howe Green has built an incredible amount of expertise and knowledge in the niche area of floor access covers.  This new CPD is an opportunity to share our learning with fellow building services professionals.

“We are committed to providing architects and specifiers with all the necessary tools to ensure the correct specification of access covers.  The more information and resources that we can make available the better informed their decision making will be when it comes to specifying the right access cover for the installation environment. ”

Howe Green’s Business Development Managers, Chris George and Richard Fletcher, will be responsible for delivering the CPD. Classified under the RIBA Core Curriculum by design, construction and technology the hour-long seminar aims to cover general awareness of specifying floor access covers.

If you would like to find out more about the CPD or make a booking for your company please call Sue Marler on 01920 463 230 or email cpd@howegreen.co.uk.

Let Fresh Air in, Keep Insects and Rodents out! – The Flyscreen Company Ltd

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The best place to go for soffit, cladding mesh and fly screens.

Fly Screens

flyscreen coEstablished in 1998 as an insect prevention specialist, The Flyscreen Company is now the place to go when you need to prevent insects entering food preparation areas.

We have multiple screening solutions available for windows and doors, domestic and commercial, made to measure or DIY kits.

View our Commercial and Domestic screening solutions.

 

 

Soffit and Cladding Mesh

Slit Mesh - Collection 03We are now proud suppliers of soffit and cladding mesh which is a great long-term solution to prevent insects and rodents from entering a property.

Safety is of the utmost importance to us at The Flyscreen Company so we make sure our mesh is tested to current safety regulations, these can be found on our website.

Our mesh is used on new build houses and retro-fits.

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Coo-Var Release their First CPD!

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Acrylic Floor paint adour 3Coo-Var is pleased to announce the launch of its new CPD seminar entitled ‘Painting Floors & Getting It Right!’

The CPD has been independently accredited by the CPD Certification Service and covers the following agenda:

  • How painting a floor can save a client money
  • Identifying the substrate to be painted
  • Defining the expected performance of a floor paint
  • Determining the correct preparation
  • A painted floor that fulfils expectations

Garage floor afterKathy Brook Coo-Vars Technical Administrator states ‘’Painting a Floor can be a tricky feat. The most common call received by Technical Services in one way or another relates to painting a floor; with an exhaustive range of options and little margin for error it’s no wonder that many people shy away from the challenge.’’ Coo-Var can offer a range of solutions and full support at the outset to help get it right!

Why not book our CPD seminar today to help you get it right first time. To book a CPD please visit http://www.coo-var.co.uk/book-product-training or contact us on 01482 328053 or email info@coo-var.co.uk.

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Free Lime Inspections made easy with clever New Yellow Channel

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yellow channel 3Delta Membrane Systems Limited – today launch an entirely new product line designed to make channel inspections easier.

With Delta’s new yellow channel ‘free lime’ can easily be identified and treated. Free lime is white in appearance and, with Delta’s new yellow channel this can easily be visualised during inspection.

Delta new yellow channel by a range of accessories such as Straight Connectors, Corner Pieces, T Pieces and Drainage Channel End Caps.

WHAT IS A CAVITY DRAIN SYSTEM?

Yellow_Channel_2A Cavity Drain Membrane System is a Type C Waterproofing solution. The concept of a Drained Cavity System is to collect and manage any ground water which breaches the integrity of a structure by managing, collecting and discharging such free water via a suitable evacuation point such as a Delta Package Pump Station.

WHAT IS CHANNEL?

Delta Channel is a water collection conduit designed to control water ingress in below ground applications.

WHAT IS FREE LIME?

In the form of calcium hydroxide (free lime). If untreated, this free lime can enter a cavity drainage system which can impede the flow of water and cause sump pump failure.

BS8102:2009

Delta_Yellow_Channel_4 copyThe British Standard for waterproofing BS8102:2009 recognises the requirement of a Type C Waterproofing System or Cavity Drain Membrane System to be maintainable. The use of inspection ports of a basement waterproofing design is key for maintenance or the ability to carry out periodic inspection.

ABOUT DELTA

Delta Membrane Systems Limited offers waterproofing solutions and systems. We are proudly the Leading manufacturer of Type C Cavity Drainage Systems in the United Kingdom.

yellow channel 12We eat, sleep and breathe waterproofing solutions. We represent Quality Products, Innovative Design and Solutions.

Striving for continuous industry improvements our out on the road, regionally based Technical Team act as part of your team, there to support you with any technical queries, training or just to offer advice and expertise on project requirements. Email technical@deltamembranes.com or call 01992 523 523.

 

Blast and Manual Attack Resistant Blinds

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“there is nothing else on the explosion protection market similar to the security blind other than primary or secondary blast rated window systems, which do not have the same ability to absorb pressure as the security blind does through rapid and controlled deflection”

Simon Trundle, Managing Director, Grendon Design Agency Limited, ComBlast Explosion Trials Manager

The UK Government stated current threat level for international terrorism in the UK is “severe – an attack is highly likely”. Terroist attacks in recent years have taken many forms. The risk from an explosive device is ever present and the protection of people and property must be a key consideration.

image 1Safetell SECURABLINDS offer protection against blast from 500kg of explosive at 28m or 100kg of explosive at 25m, and enhanced protection against forced entry, and are suitable for use in new build or  refurbishment projects alike.

With the appearance of conventional office blinds, SECURABLINDS are ideal for providing protection for organisations and businesses at risk by virtue of their function, ownership, or just premise’s location. The unobtrusive appearance of SECURABLINDS mean that they can be applied, if desired, to just areas in buildings that are at higher risk or require higher protection without standing out.

image 2Usually manufactured in a clean white, in sizes to meet the project or building requirement, in either vertical or horizontal format, SECURABLINDS are also designed to function and operate as conventional blinds.

Safetell Ltd provide product, installation, project and technical support services for those designing in or considering the use of SECURABLINDS in a project, call Safetell Ltd T: 01322 22 32 33 or email sales@safetell.co.uk for assistance.
The attached video compares the performance of filmed glass in the event of 500kg blast both with and without SECRUABLINDS; visit www.safetell.co.uk/products/securablinds/ or call Safetell for more information.

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ACO MODULAR 125+ STAINLESS STEEL DRAINAGE TO ENABLE EASY SYSTEM DESIGN

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ACO’s popular Modular 125+ linear channel drainage system is suitable for use in commercial and industrial applications ranging from airports and railway stations to food factories and prestigious buildings such as London City Hall.  Available in Grade 304 or 316 stainless steel, a Modular 125+ drainage system is easy-to-design and install.

 

The latest version of ACO’s popular Modular 125 linear channel drainage system, Modular 125+ is suitable for use in commercial and industrial applications.

Exploded Range 1Its modular design and the availability of a wide range of off-the-shelf options including a choice of channel length, inverts and grating, make the Modular 125+ drainage system is easy-to-design and very easy to install.  The Modular 125+ channel drainage system can be easily modified by ACO’s in-house technical design team to suit the specific and unusual requirements of individual projects.  Full technical data and hydraulic calculations are provided as standard for every engineered solution.

M125 p10 pic 7 5Like all of ACO Building Drainage’s stainless steel drainage products, Modular 125+ is fully pickle passivated to enable corrosion resistance and optimum durability.  In addition, all Modular 125+ drainage channel is manufactured in ACO’s state-of-the-art facility to guarantee high quality and consistent levels of performance.

To make installation even easier, the Modular 125+ drainage system also comes with self-levelling feet. This new feature makes it easy to make accurate adjustments to ensure optimum hydraulic flow.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Modular linear drainage system for easy design and installation
  • Easy to modify for specific project requirements
  • Full compatibility with other ACO drainage products
  • Manufactured from fully pickle passivated Grade 304 or 316 stainless steel for enhanced corrosion resistance and optimum durability
  • V-bottomed drainage channel design for efficient performance at low flow rates
  • Certified to meet the Essential Requirements of BS EN 1433
  • Self-levelling feet make drainage level adjustments and installation easy

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Village life is safe and well at ExtraCare Longbridge

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20181002 RW-RP PHO 00256The £48 million retirement village, ExtraCare Longbridge, is an important part of developer St. Modwen’s £1billion Longbridge regeneration project in Birmingham.

Carefully designed to encourage and support an independent and enriching lifestyle, the village opened in July 2017 and provides affordable and flexible living options for senior citizens. The development offers 260 one and two bed apartments – 132 for shared ownership, 76 for outright sale and 52 for affordable rent. Each apartment has its own hallway, living room, one or two bedrooms, kitchen and shower room. Around a third of residents receive help with care, including significant assessed care needs such as dementia.

20181002 RW-RP PHO 00257ExtraCare Longbridge sits between the older established housing and the new family housing. The village concept has real meaning here – a place where people can come together, make friends, socialize and learn new skills. The development offers a range of communal facilities including a village hall, bar and bistro, gym, IT suite, hair and beauty salon and a shop. Up to 50 activities are on offer including choir singing, IT, wheelchair aerobics and gardening.
Director Wendy Griffin of project architects Nicol Thomas, “We have specified Rockpanel on a number of projects so were confident it would work for ExtraCare Longbridge. It offered a cost-effective way of introducing contemporary design interest to the façade.

20181002 RW-RP PHO 00260Architecturally, projecting volumes and overhangs create sheltered exteriors. The facades, soffits and fascias, along with specially designed window details and balcony enclosures, are clad entirely with Rockpanel. Wendy Griffin, “Combining Rockpanel Woods with brick and render represents the old and the new coming together – symbolic of the regeneration of the wider Longbridge area. Along with this are the proven technical qualities of the material, which include fire resistance, durability and low maintenance, all of which were important elements within the brief.
The particular products used here include Rockpanel Woods in FS-Xtra grade; Carbon Oak and Alder, along with Rockpanel Colours Durable RAL 7004. According to Nicol Thomas, the use of these colours and textures unifies the design, whilst creating depth and variation in appearance, “The variety and pallet of materials help to reduce the overall visual mass of the building and introduces scale, variety, balance and rhythm.”

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20181002 RW-RP PHO 00262In a project such as this, where the elderly and infirm live and which houses a mixture of multi-use spaces, fire safety is of paramount importance. Rockpanel FS-Xtra is where aesthetics and fire safety successfully align. It offers specifiers the opportunity to explore new possibilities and realise their vision in the knowledge that the design will satisfy European fire class A2-s1,d0.

 

Further advantages of using Rockpanel include low lifecycle maintenance and the availability of a wide range of standard sizes. This allows for advance design planning, and ease of installation, leading to significant cost savings over competitor products. Economy is an important factor for project owners, ExtraCare, who are a charitable trust.

CREATING A CALM, PRODUCTIVE AND QUIET LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

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to be credited to photographer, William EckersleyExternal, ambient noise can be a major headache for schools, causing distraction, disruption and, at worse, impacting negatively on the academic performance of students.  The National Autistic Society Anderson School and Enterprise Campus, a major new-build, autism-specific facility in Chigwell, Essex, installed effective sound reducing insulation to address this priority issue. The result; a calm, productive and quiet learning environment for all students.

The school has students from the ages of 11-19 in attendance, where the skills for life and employment are at the heart of the curriculum.

Mark Lever, Chief Executive at The National Autistic Society, said; “Our ambition is to transform the lives of autistic young people and our aim for this campus is that every child that leaves school will go into meaningful paid employment or other activity.

“As a result, the wellbeing of autistic children and young people is at the heart of the National Autistic Society’s Anderson School and Enterprise Campus. From small class sizes to purpose-built calm rooms, and therapy rooms, we’ll make adjustments to each student’s environment to help them reach their full potential.”
484-246r to be credited to photographer, William EckersleyProject designers and specifiers, RMA Architects, recognised the role that effective sound insulation could play in helping to meet this objective for the school. The school’s contemporary, low level design features extensive areas of flat roofing which could prove susceptible to noise ingress from heavy rainfall. At the same time, they required an efficient thermal solution that would meet the project’s low energy credentials and a robust durable waterproofing system, that would safeguard the building from defect for many years to come.

 Working in close partnership with roof waterproofing membrane designer and manufacturer, AXTER Limited, and Axtershield Installer / roofing contractor, Avonside Group, ROCKWOOL has successfully met all the challenges on the project using its HARDROCK® Multi-Fix Dual Density (DD) board.

Avonside has fitted over 3000m² of ROCKWOOL 105mm HARDROCK® Multi-Fix (DD) insulation board at Anderson School complete with an equivalent quantity of 150mm HARDROCK® Multi-Fix Underlay and AXTER’s EXCEL® Roof System to deliver comprehensive and effective acoustic, fire safety and thermal insulation performance.

484-474r to be credited to photographer, William EckersleyAs a stone wool insulation solution, HARDROCK® Multi-Fix (DD) is renowned for its excellent acoustic properties. It has been fully tested to meet the rigorous demands of Building Bulletin 93, The Acoustic Design for Schools, an extension to Part E of the Building Regulations which sets the standard for ambient, impact and reverberation noise in educational buildings. At Anderson School, the total thickness of 255mm is capable of delivering a noise reducing performance of Rw 40dB whilst still satisfying the 0.15 W/m²K thermal specification for the project.

HARDROCK® Multi-Fix DD board is also capable of providing significant time and cost savings for contractors across a vast range of flat roof applications. It can be securely installed within mechanically fixed systems with just a single fixing, compared to the multiple fixings typically used with PIR / PUR foam board installation. Meanwhile, its performance eliminates the need for additional layers to be installed to meet flat roof acoustic specifications. As a result, AXTER and their accredited roofing contractor Avonside were able to reduce the complexity of installation at Anderson School, saving time and cost.

HARDROCK® Multi-Fix (DD) also gives the highest fire safety rating of any flat roof board insulation on the market with a Euroclass (A1) non-combustible fire classification and LPCB approval (LPS 1181: Part 1 (Ext-A)). This ensures compliance with Building Bulletin 100, the Zurich Insurance School and Academy design guide which requires the use of non-combustible materials.

Gary Simm, Principal of the National Autistic Society’s Anderson School, said: “Many children and young people on the autism spectrum really struggle in mainstream school, sometimes ending up spending long periods out of education. The National Autistic Society believes that no-one should ever be written off and we want to give them the social and work skills they need to find meaningful work or go into higher education.

“We are immensely grateful to the Anderson Foundation and its founder, Mark Anderson, for the support and commitment they have shown for this exciting and life-changing project. Autism can have a profound impact on an individual and their family, but the right help and support can help every student to fulfil their potential.”

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Axis at Healthcare Estates 2018 and on BIMobject®

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IMG_3083lrAxis Automatic Entrance Systems exhibited at this year’s Healthcare Estates exhibition in Manchester. Axis are regular attendees at HCE since 2015 when they won the IHEEM Product Innovation Award for their Flo-Motion® Manual Sliding Doors.

 

 

BCH - MANUSA (1)Flo-Motion® doors again featured on the stand showcasing their unique, fingertip control now available in single sliding, bi-parting and telescopic formats. Axis also promoted the availability of BIM files for the Flo-Motion® range now available on BIMobject® either directly from the BIMobject® site or accessed via the Axisautomatic.com website.

 
The Flo-Motion® range of manual sliding doors is part of the Axis Healthcare Door range which includes manual doors, automatic doors and hermetically sealed doors for wards, intensive care units, critical care units, clean rooms, isolation rooms and other healthcare requirements. Doors are manufactured by market leading companies such as Stanley and Manusa or have been developed and manufactured by Axis themselves.

Since their original development for the Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Axis Flo-Motion® doors have been installed in a number of hospitals throughout the UK including Omagh, Enniskillen and Altnagelvin hospitals in Northern Ireland, Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland and numerous hospitals in England including the Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The new Telescopic format doors have already been installed at the Royal Blackburn Hospital and Wexham Park in Slough.

Information on the full range of Axis Door products is available by calling 01604 212500, emailing sales@axisautomatic.com, or visiting www.axisautomatic.com

Act Smart and Save the Date

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GEZE UK will demonstrate some ‘joined up thinking’ when it takes part at this year’s Smart Buildings Show (7-8 November 2018) at the Barbican, London.

Its stand, F3, Hall 2, is a third bigger than last year and will feature the latest integrated products that can form part of intelligent building networks.

Smart BuildingsBy using smart building interfaces such as the GEZE Cockpit, IQ box KNX or the IO 420, modular solutions can be applied to achieve natural ventilation and climate control, security and fire safety. In turn, they can be integrated into building management systems which ‘talk’ to each other for complete control – often remotely.

Using GEZE’s range of automatic door and window systems, these ‘hubs’ can transform premises into smart buildings – making them more pleasant environments in which to live and work – conditions that help people feel more happy, healthy and productive.

Said GEZE UK managing director, Kaz Spiewakowski: “Our presence at the UK’s leading dedicated smart building event will be bigger and better this year.

“We have some ground-breaking products to demonstrate and in GEZE UK’s 30th year, we wish to make our presence felt and become firmly established as the ‘go to’ supplier for those looking to create the next generation of buildings.”

As the only company in the UK to offer both door and window solutions, GEZE is keen to be at the forefront of the ‘smart revolution’ allowing building performance to be optimised, costs reduced and environments improved through responsive and multifunctional systems.

GEZE Cockpit Campaign PackshotVisitors to the stand will see products such as the Slimchain, IO 420, IQ box KNX, IQ locks, WS 1000 touch screen controller, Flat scan sensor, the GEZE Cockpit – which will be available in the UK very soon – and a first look at the Perlan AUT NT, a cost-effective alternative to the manual sliding door system – ideal for use in difficult-to-access areas which can help reduce accidents.

 

For details of the event visit www.smartbuildingsshow.com

For more information about GEZE UK’s comprehensive range of products and system solutions call 01543 443000 or visit www.geze.co.uk