Don’t sweat the small stuff…

Building Products Index Ltd July 25, 2017 LED Lighting Leave a Comment

Timeguard is making the jobs you do every day easier

PIR presence detection is now the norm in most offices and many residential buildings, and fitting detectors into ceilings is probably one of the jobs you do almost every day. So the news that they’ve become a lot easier to install and set up will be more than welcome.

Timeguard is a company that has focussed on the installer market, developing new products that let you add value rather than just trying to get the price down (although we do think we’re pretty unbeatable on value for money). We give you products that let you do a premium job because they offer something new, they look great, they are highly specified and reliable, they put end users in charge with controls they can manage so they appreciate the job you’ve done.

The icing on the cake is making them easy to install. Time is money and the quicker you can do a good job the more profitable it is. So the mantra in our design office is “Easy Installation”! You loved it when we introduced our LED Pro range of NIGHTeye LED floodlights with a choice of plug in detectors (pictured). Now we’ve turned our attention to making another job easier for you and introduced new easy-install ceiling mounted PIR presence detectors.

Most electricians are either working to a pre-quoted price or specified time schedule. As it is, a significant portion of your day — up to two thirds — will be spent completing ancillary tasks associated with an installation. Only the remaining one third of the day is spent being productive and actively dedicated to the actual installation and testing of systems – it doesn’t take much to go wrong on site to tip your day from being a good earner to a loss leader.

Plug and Play PIR

The new range of mini-PIR presence detectors from Timeguard has been designed from scratch with easy installation and set up in mind: and once they are fitted you won’t need to pull them out of the ceiling to adjust the settings thanks to our twist and lock idea.

One niggle we had often heard when visiting wholesaler counters was about the hassle of installing, setting and adjusting ceiling mounted PIRs. Wiring up tiny terminals at the top of a ladder can be tricky, you told us – so we designed added big wiring terminals.

Handy as they are initially, many of you had a problem with the spring clips which are generally used to hold detectors in their apertures. They often scratch and damage the ceiling if you need to remove the detector to get the settings right. So we fixed all that…. and now you can change the settings in situ.

How did we do all this?

We started by creating a separate wiring box to allow space for a bigger terminal block, but still small enough to pop easily through the ceiling aperture once connected. We then put cable and RJ11 plugs on the detectors so you can just plug them into the wiring box, spring clip them into the aperture. Job done.

And it gets better: here’s an even more ingenious idea. To make the controls easily accessible from outside the ceiling, yet still be hidden from view. With our design solution getting to the controls for the lux level and time-on potentiometers is as easy as taking out a bayonet lightbulb. Simply twist the detector and the inner cylinder drops down, revealing the controls for lux level (10 to 2000 lux) and time (30 seconds to 30 minutes). When you’re done, push it back up and twist to lock it in place.

Master/slave set up

These high quality detectors are rated to switch up to 250W LED /fluorescent and 2300W halogen, so there was plenty of scope to add inexpensive slave detectors. We’ve made that easy too: you can connect up to five slaves in series, using the pre-fitted RJ11 plugs and sockets and a full 5 metres of cable It really could not be easier to wire up, say, a corridor or large space and of course, changing and extending an installation is straightforward.

Of course, there’s a standalone option as well, without a separate wiring box but with a lens cap to hide the external controls.

These compact 47mm detectors have a range of 8m. They tick all the boxes.

www.timeguard.com

NDC launches Lunaglaze – new modular glass rooflight with next-day delivery

Building Products Index Ltd July 25, 2017 Rooflights Leave a Comment

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The National Domelight Company has introduced a new brand of glass modular rooflight to its wide range of solutions. Lunaglaze is a standard specification, glass modular rooflight that is available in a range of 14 stocked sizes for next-day delivery.

Rooflights let three times more daylight into a property than an equivalent sized vertical window, with the Lunaglaze rooflight providing a stylish and cost-effective solution for optimising the use of natural daylight. Lunaglaze is NDC’s only glass modular rooflight that has two frame options: Lunaglaze PVC and Lunaglaze ALU.

Lunaglaze PVC is a fully-sealed, double-glazed PVC and glass construction with toughened and laminated clear glass. Meanwhile, Lunaglaze ALU combines high-performance, silicone-bonded, flat-sealed glass units with a fully-welded aluminium framework. This high-quality framework is powder coated and comes in a range of RAL colours, with RAL 7016 Anthracite Grey the standard colour. It provides a clean and minimalist finish from both an interior and exterior perspective. Practically, the flush external metalwork of the ALU option also ensures efficient rainwater drainage and avoids the problem of ‘water-ponding’ that can happen with alternative rooflight designs.

For optimum performance, the unit should be installed on a pitch of between 5-15 degrees. Both frame options are available as ‘top-only’ units to sit over a weathered builder’s kerb and can be supplied as a fixed unit or in manual or electric hinged options, which are perfect for controlling ventilation, specifically for humid areas such as kitchens.

The Lunaglaze PVC and ALU units can both be supplied as a complete unit with a 150mm PVC vertical upstand, while the Lunaglaze ALU can also be supplied with either a 150mm or 300mm splayed upstand.

Lunaglaze ALU has good thermal performance with a unit U-Value of 1.24W/m²K, and the PVC option delivering a U-Value of 1.26W/m²K. Sound insulation is also excellent.

Please click here to download NDC’s Lunaglaze brochure.

KEE SAFETY GATES COMPLY WITH BSI STANDARD

Building Products Index Ltd July 25, 2017 Roof Protection System, Roofing, Safety Gate, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

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Kee Safety, a leading global supplier of safety railing systems, has adjusted the design of its Kee Gate range to satisfy the requirements of BS EN ISO 14122-3:2016 Safety of Machinery – Permanent means of access to machinery – Part 3: Stairs, Stepladders and guard-rails. The new Kee Gate range retains the key elements of the existing safety gates, but has been modified to meet the BSI Standard.

Released in 2016, the revised standard defines the requirements for safe access to machines. It applies to both stationary and mobile machinery where a fixed means of access is necessary. The standard specifies that when the height of a fall could exceed 500mm, a guardrail should be installed, and the chosen system needs to meet several dimensional requirements. It also notes that a self-closing gate should be used.

The revised standard states that the gap between both railings and the floor must not exceed 500mm. To remain compliant with this standard, Kee Safety has had to modify the design of its safety gates.

The Kee Gate design now features a larger D bend, which closes the gap between the bottom rail of the gate and floor, whilst still allowing full width adjustability along with a new mid rail which closes the gap between the top of the gate and the mid rail. The new gate is 668mm high, its mid rail is positioned 476mm from the top rail and a lower bottom rail is positioned 433mm from the floor. These modifications ensure that the Kee Gate range is compliant with the revised BSI standard.

Designed to work both internally and externally, on ladder and stair access points, roof hatches, walkways and roof tops, Kee Gate, ensures maintenance, inspection and warehouse staff can fulfil their job, follow best practices and comply with current safety standards, without putting their safety at risk. Kee Gate safety gates are spring loaded so can automatically close behind the user, providing an added level of security and overcoming the potential for human error. This type of system is the preferred solution to chains, bars or sliding tubes, as these traditional forms of protection can lead to a hazardous void, when used incorrectly.

The Kee Gate range is available in galvanised steel and if required can be powder coated in safety yellow. It is available with standard ‘U’ bolts for fixing to uprights of 33.7, 42.4 and 48.3 mm diameter, enabling the gate to be fixed quickly to existing support structures, posts or stringers. An additional fixing pack is provided which allows the gate to be fixed to square, flat or angle uprights. Kee Gate is 1 metre wide and is designed to be trimmed on-site, saving companies the time and money it takes to fabricate their own gates.

As well as being compliant to BS EN ISO 14122-3:2016, Kee Gate also complies with the requirements of EN 13374 Class A, and is CE marked to EN 1090. The system has undergone extensive testing to ensure total reliability of the gates. These include salt spray testing to ASTM B117-11 Neutral solutions over 200 hours to assess the coating’s corrosion resistance, life cycle testing to BS 6375-2:2009 Clause 6.5 – Opening and closing of Gate through 90 degrees 50,000 cycles and Abuse Testing where 9 x 25kg weights were suspended from the gate to test what happens if pressure is applied. This ensures durability, superior corrosion resistance and defence against signs of wear.

For more information, visit www.keesafety.co.uk

A Stannah milestone at London Bridge

Building Products Index Ltd July 25, 2017 Lift Leave a Comment

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London Bridge concourse includes Stannah lifts.

A significant milestone was reached with the opening of an impressive portion of the London Bridge project in August 2016. Phase 2A of the project saw two thirds of the concourse; platforms 4, 5, 6, and 7 plus the extended terminus platform open to the public.

Six Stannah lifts have now been installed in this hugely challenging environment, with the Major Projects team moving mountains to ensure the deadlines were met.

Work began on-site in early 2015 after an additional two years of design and planning.

Installations so far are two 5000kg/66 person goods lifts, two 2500kg/33 person partially-glazed scenic passenger lifts, one part-glazed staff lift providing travel over 3 stops and one smaller part-glazed 1200kg/16 person passenger lift. Every one of these lifts is crucial to the smooth movement of people within the station.

The £1bn redevelopment of London Bridge Station is part of Network Rail’s railway upgrade plan and the government-sponsored Thameslink programme which will transform north-south travel through London by 2018. The programme includes new track and modern trains to provide more reliable journeys for passengers. Network Rail is also untangling the track on the approaches to London Bridge station to reduce the time trains wait for platforms to clear and cut delays. This non-stop hub is estimated to have 56 million passengers passing through in just one year.

Surveying the newly opened section of the concourse, Mark Carne, Network Rail’s chief executive said:

“This is a big step towards the bigger, better railway passengers deserve. The opening of two-thirds of the concourse marks a major milestone in the redevelopment of London Bridge and, while there is plenty still to do, I am pleased passengers can now see the benefits beginning to come through.

“We are essentially rebuilding Britain’s fourth busiest station – the tracks, the platforms and the infrastructure which enables trains to run – while keeping the station open and doing our best to keep passengers moving.”

The clients, Costain and Network Rail offered congratulations to the whole team with communication from the project manager saying:

“I hope the public will be wowed by the scale and finish of the station, but it is unlikely they will appreciate the tremendous effort that you have all put in to get the project to this point. The amount of work achieved every shift on this complex project has been truly staggering. The level of co-ordination and interface management has been extreme at times. These last few months have been particularly tough but you have been resolute and have delivered a fantastic result. In addition, performances by some of our team over the weekend were truly inspirational and ensured we opened in good order.  Whether you have been here from the beginning or are new to the project, a massive thank you for your hard work and dedication in our biggest triumph to date.”

Stannah has a further three partially-glazed scenic lifts to install in Phase 3 of the project during 2017. These will provide access in the Northern Concourse. The final overall project handover is due in 2018. Once complete, the redevelopment will provide passengers with a bigger, better railway, with improved connections from a concourse the size of the pitch at Wembley. This will include over 80 retail units for a spot of en-route shopping.

Ken Price, Major Projects Department Manager comments:

“This project to date has been extremely demanding. The station has been operational so many unsociable hours of working in difficult conditions have got us to this significant point. We are very pleased with the result so far and grateful to our client for the recognition received. The new part of this unique station is very impressive and will certainly make a huge difference to travellers through this constantly busy hub. After a celebration of our progress to date the team are ready for the challenge of the next phase.”

Stannah resume work on London Bridge Phase 3 later in this, their 150th anniversary year. Joseph Stannah began the company making cranes, hoists and then lifts on London’s dockside in 1867 and it is still a family owned and run Brtish business.

To place this in history:

1836: London Bridge station opened measuring 60ft wide x 400ft long

1843: The Thames Tunnel which was constructed in 1843 by Sir Marc Brunel and his son Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

1863: London opened the world’s first underground railway – the Metropolitan Railway

1869: the first steam train travelled through Brunel’s Thames Tunnel

Eurocell does specification by the book

Building Products Index Ltd July 24, 2017 PVC-U, PVC-U, Rooflights Leave a Comment

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Eurocell’s new Specification Guide provides a complete low-down of the firm’s range of window, door and roof systems. Specifiers can find technical details and supporting information about each product line, together with useful summaries about all the relevant regulations and standards.

As a cradle-to-grave supplier, Eurocell has gathered a wealth of industry experience and knowledge, which is reflected in the additional information that comes with the guide. The Derbyshire company, founded in 1974, manufactures PVC-U profiles, distributes them to the local fabricators who make the Eurocell range of products, and recycles PVC-U at the end of its life.

As well as product details, the 156-page guide, provides guidance on issues including noise attenuation, security and condensation. There’s also a section that explains PVC-U’s environmental credentials and how Eurocell collects and processes PVC-U from old frames to use again.

The guide covers Eurocell’s three window ranges: Modus, Eurologik and Charisma sash windows; Cavalok cavity closers; Aspect bi-fold doors, Euroslide patio doors and The Dales Collection composite doors; Skypod Roof Lanterns, Equinox tiled roof system and the Conservatory roof system. There’s also technical detail on the PVC-U profiles themselves, from diagrams of the different cross-sections available to details of the material properties.

The last ten pages of the guide are devoted to case studies which showcase some of the sectors that Eurocell serves. From school buildings to luxury holidays to self-build, the projects underline the variety of technical and aesthetic challenges that specifiers have met with Eurocell products. Whether in search of very specific information, ideas and inspiration, or an update on regulations and standards, this guide is the place to look.

Find the complete suite of Eurocell specification downloads here: http://www.eurocell.co.uk/specifiers/resources-hub/a-guide-to-specifying

Swedish Hospital “Takes a Chance” on Howe Green

Building Products Index Ltd July 24, 2017 access covers Leave a Comment

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The New Karolinska Solna University Hospital (NKS) in Stockholm has been hitting the headlines for over a decade. The original Karolinska University Hospital was founded in 1930. Since the 1930’s the hospital campus has expanded to cover a vast area with an estate of over 40 separate buildings.

In 2005 Stockholm County Council, who are responsible for delivering healthcare in the city, ran a design competition inviting “visionary thinking, modern design and unconventional ideas to form the basis of the creation of the new hospital”. The competition was won by White Architects from Sweden with their “Forum Karolinska”.

In 2008 Stockholm County Council took the decision to go ahead with the new hospital. They were the first Swedish healthcare project to adopt the Public Private Partnership (PPP) framework to finance, build and manage a hospital. In 2010 the PPP agreement was made between the County Council and the project company – Swedish Hospital Partner AB, a consortium of Skanska and their investment partner UK based Innisfree.

Skanska employed White Architects and Tengbom Architects to execute the design and coordinate the construction of the £1.5 billion facility.

A significant aim of the project was to create a purpose built environment with a strong focus on energy efficiency and sustainability. Phase One of the building has attained LEED Gold and the Swedish system “Miljöbyggnad” Gold certification

The ethos is to put the patient first and the list of facilities is impressive. It has 730 in-patient beds, 100 rooms for day care, 36 operating theatres, 168 out-patient clinic rooms and 8 radiation treatment rooms.

Howe Green Ltd supplied a number of HSE75 Hinged Aluminium Floor Access Covers for the hospital through their Swedish distributor, Elkington AB. From their base in Stockholm Elkington have been distributing Howe Green access covers for projects across Sweden since 1999.

The gas assisted hinged HSE75 hatches provide easy and safe access to the underground power stations and escape routes located underneath the hospital. They have been installed in the various areas of the hospital and infilled with both concrete and tiled flooring to provide a seamless, flush floor finish.

The hinged access hatches are ideal for environments where regular access to concealed services is required for maintenance purposes and in public places where health and safety is crucial.

The HSE75 can be infilled with ceramic tiles, marble, terrazzo, concrete, resin, wood or parquet floors and is suitable for pedestrian and vehicle traffic up to a 5 tonne pneumatic tyre wheel load. Supplied as a single cover or a configuration of duct covers in standard sizes from stock or precision made to order.

Options include a top and underside release latch, for added security and safety, a double seal and fire rating up to 3 hours BS 476: Part 20: 1987.

The Howe Green range of access covers are tried and tested in a healthcare setting. They have been specified in hospitals around the world including Southmead Hospital in Bristol, Queen’s Hospital in Romford, Great Ormond Street Hospital and the Lennox Addington Hospital in Ontario, Canada.

Eurocell delivers Skypod lanterns expressly

Building Products Index Ltd June 27, 2017 Rooflights Leave a Comment

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Eurocell has created a new Skypod Express range: roof lanterns that can be ordered online and delivered to site in five to seven working days.

Builders on a tight schedule can choose from eight sizes and three colours, selected for the Skypod Express range because they are the most frequent choices among customers. Rather than having to supply a drawing or take measurements on site, builders can now plan extensions or conversions with the standard Express dimensions in mind and get the roof lanterns to site when needed.

“There are so many variables on jobs like this, from the availability of certain tradespeople, to customer requirements and even the weather,” says Eurocell marketing manager Chris Coxon. “The idea of Skypod Express is to reduce those variables: at least you know what roof light you want and when you can get it”.

Like all Skypod roof lanterns, the Express range is supplied in kit form. Designed to be installed ‘out of the box’, quickly and easily, they even have pre-drilled screw holes for accuracy and convenience. The sleek architectural design also means that there are no fiddly finials or crestings to fit.

Skypod’s popularity in the market is growing fast, thanks in no small part to its aesthetic appeal, especially when compared to other PVC-U systems. Its contemporary design creates extra head height and volume in a room, introducing additional natural light. And with U-values as low as 1.0W/m²K achievable, Skypod offers good levels of energy efficiency and comfort for the homeowner.

Skypod often makes a good alternative to aluminium-framed rooflights, and not only because they cost significantly less. Some builders report that the coatings on aluminium frames can be easily damaged during installation and can sometimes look shabby quite quickly, whereas U-PVC frames look ‘as new’ for far longer.

Skypod Express has a 10-year guarantee – like all Skypod products – and is available in exterior and interior white; anthracite exterior and white interior and all anthracite. Two and three bar options are offered, and in a range of sizes from 1m x 1.5m up to 2m x 4m.

Skypod Express roof lanterns can be ordered now at eurocell.co.uk/skypodexpress.

Eaton’s Energy-Saving Litex Elite Delivers Rapid Return on Investment

Building Products Index Ltd June 27, 2017 lights Leave a Comment

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DONCASTER … Eaton has unveiled an IP65 high-bay luminaire with a level of energIP65 high-bay luminairey efficiency that enables full return on investment within 18 months. The easy-to-install Litex Elite, which delivers up to 170 luminaire lumens per circuit watt (Llm/cW), is ideally suited to warehouse and industrial buildings thanks to IP65 water and dust ingress protection, long lifespan and resistance to extreme temperatures.

The power management company estimates that a commercial building containing 100 HID metal halide luminaires could reduce its annual lighting costs from £47,330 to £12,450 by replacing them with Litex Elite units.

Based on the outstanding energy efficiency of the luminaires, Eaton calculates a typical payback period of 18 months or less, which could be cut to less than 12 months through participation in the UK government’s Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme.

In addition to IP65 protection against dust and low-pressure jet washing, the new luminaire benefits from IK10 impact protection and can operate in temperatures ranging from -40C to +50C. However, its toughness is matched by outstanding performance. The Litex Elite emits light of up to 35,000 lumens with excellent colour recognition, while the distribution of light means specifiers and installers can optimise spacing.

Meanwhile, maintenance requirements are minimised by the Litex Elite’s long lifespan, backed by Eaton’s standard five-year warranty on lighting.

Further energy savings can be achieved by incorporating optional daylight and occupancy controls. The IP65 PIR sensor detects movement within a wide detection zone of 40m at a 15m mounting height.

The need for standalone emergency luminaires can also be reduced with the option of integrated emergency lighting capability in the Litex Elite. This can help building owners and managers meet their obligation to protect staff and visitors by supporting safe movement of people in the event of a blackout. Failure to meet these obligations can leave businesses vulnerable to legal, financial and reputational risks.

Ease of installation is enabled by versatile mounting brackets, accessories for trunking, drop rod or S-hook chain suspension and an IP65 plug-and-play connector.

Ian Roberts, product manager for mains lighting at Eaton, said: “As an IP65 rated high-bay luminaire with such outstanding efficiency and performance credentials, the Litex Elite represents a significant leap forward. During the design process, huge attention has been given to the details that make a difference, such as the sealed and washable IP65 / IK10 housing, and high quality LED chips and drivers.

“Buyers will be reassured by the fact that, like all of our lighting products, the Litex Elite has been fully tested and, as a member of the Lighting Industry Association, Eaton complies fully with the LIA’s validation programme. In a market where inflated claims are often made about LED luminaires, it’s important that Eaton stands tall as a trusted supplier by offering proven products.”

For more information on the new Litex Elite, visit https://uk.eaton.com/, e-mail LightingSalesUK@Eaton.com or call +44 (0) 1302 303303.

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SOLVING ACCESS PROBLEMS WITH BESPOKE SOLUTIONS

Building Products Index Ltd June 27, 2017 Access Platforms Leave a Comment

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Customised Mobile Access Platforms, Safe access platforms and step overs

Our Bespoke Mobile Access Platforms, Safe Access Platforms and Step Overs provide safe access to hard to reach places such as to mezzanine floors, machinery, on congested roofs or to provide safe access over pipework, plant equipment in addition to accommodating changes in level.

Bespoke Solutions

Constructed from KEE KLAMP galvanised or KEE LITE aluminium fittings to provide a robust and durable solution, the platforms and step overs can be tailor made to meet virtually any configuration, height and width and are the ideal answer to providing access to areas where normal access can be obstructed.

In addition to the flexibility of design, structures constructed from fittings and tube can be installed quickly and without the need for detailed site surveys and time-consuming construction. Fittings provide an extremely secure, robust, corrosion resistant access solution, and by using off the shelf fittings also allows the structure to be delivered and constructed quickly and easily, with minimal disruption on-site. Assembly is simple, all that’s required is a hex tool and tube cutters, the modular design also enables changes to be made easily on site if required.

Mobile and Static Options

Access platforms can be either mobile for use in various locations or static for specific applications and can be built up to 3m in height (higher platforms are possible with the addition of extra support arms) and adapted to suit any requirement.

Fully Compliant

These systems are modular in design for ease and speed of installation and are designed to comply with current regulations and standards such as the Work at Height Regulations, BS5395: Part 3 and EN: 14122, BS 1139-6:2005 or PAS 250

Altro launch new Altro Wood™ Safety collection

Building Products Index Ltd June 27, 2017 Flooring, Safety Leave a Comment

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Altro have introduced new wood-look floors that combine functional performance with modern design to create spaces that really work for the people that use them. They give the functional performance you’d expect from an Altro safety floor and provide sustained slip resistance (PTV ≥36) for the lifetime of the flooring.

EXTENDED! Altro Wood™ Safety provides safety underfoot with 20 contemporary and traditional options, including a bamboo-look fine-line design and wide plank designs. It is designed to cope with medium to heavy traffic areas in hospitals, retail and education environments.

NEW! Altro Wood™ Safety Comfort is a 2.85mm floor with 12 options that provides comfort underfoot and offers 14dB sound reduction which is great for noisy environments. It is suitable for wheeled traffic and low residual indentation facilitates the flexible use of equipment and furniture, including hospital beds.

Both ranges are perfect for corridors, patient rooms and living rooms in hospitals; circulation areas and corridors in kindergartens, school and universities; and retail environments. Altro Wood Safety Comfort provides the additional benefit of comfort underfoot and is also suitable for student accommodation, home adaptations and social housing.

With matching design and colour options across the two ranges, you can achieve a consistent look in different areas. Select from the ranges for the right technical performance required for the area.

For environments that need to promote wellbeing, Altro floors and walls can be used to create a biophilic design – using shades and images found in nature. This helps create a sense of calm and studies have shown it can speed up the recovery process.

So whether you want to create warm and homely aesthetics, or transform a space into a cool, contemporary feature area, our new ranges can help you make your design vision a reality.

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