High-Spec Electric Fires for Every Home

High-Spec Electric Fires for Every Home

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Eurostove has been working hard with electric fire brand iLektro to bring a smarter, more efficient, and easier-to-install product which is suitable for installations in every home.

Whether it’s a modern new-build without a flue, a studio apartment with limited space, a purpose-built flat with clean lines and a contemporary look or even a rural cottage that needs something quick and easy to heat up a living area, dining room or open-plan space, electric fires offer the perfect blend of sleek design and state-of-the-art technology.

Available in four sizes, the 950 aspect and three landscape models: 1250, 1650 and 2000 – with something to suit every space. Eurostove’s new and updated iLektro collection is ideal for homes with good insulation, where heating is required but also where a focal point feature fire is desired to give a room an instant wow factor and a cosy, welcoming feel at the touch of a button.

The Wi-Fi capability allows users to operate their fire from a smartphone or tablet, both iPhone and Android. This allows homeowners to turn their fire on before they get home and turn it off via their device if they forget before they go out. It also comes with a remote handset, an LED indicator inside the stove, six frame colour options, and a new two-level crackle sound for the authentic sound of a crackling fire. Users can also adjust the flame brightness and flame speed and choose from 10 fuel bed colours and 10 top light colours too. There is even a backlight option for external shelving as well as rotating options for the fuel bed to suit any space and desired effect.

The iLektro collection of electric fires from Eurostove also comes with a realistic chamber bed that can be fitted with Gas Quality Ceramic Logs, Vermiculite, Coal Pieces and Black or Amber Crystals to create the desired look and feel. A-rated for energy efficiency, each of the fires provides even heat distribution as well as the perfect ambience that can be app controlled both in temperature and visual effect from a smartphone or tablet. There’s no need for a flue, which makes installation quick, clean, and easy in any room. Perfect for media walls, homeowners can also match LED lighting around the TV or behind a bookcase to the colour of the fire for a complementary or contrasting finish.

All models are available as standard with the option to be single, double, or triple-sided with full-screen display, energy-saving LED Multi Flame technology, and the flame effect with or without heat. There is the option of front, left-hand, right-hand, and bay-orientated options with clear-vision, low reflection front glass and a unique side glass reflection. There’s also a seven-day programmable timer with a room thermostat, making the iLektro collection the ultimate in flexible, versatile heating to suit all spaces and all tastes.

Another Electric Fire from Eurostove includes their own Woodland Electric model from Mendip Stoves, with the look and aesthetics of the woodburning model. Perfect for homes where an installation of a solid fuel appliance wouldn’t be possible, the Woodland electric features realistic flame effects and can be run with or without the heating aspect to allow for enjoyment throughout the whole year.

For more information on these products please visit www.eurostove.co.uk .

Axis installs Flo-Motion doors in Catfoss modular ITU building at Northampton General Hospital

Axis installs Flo-Motion doors in Catfoss modular ITU building at Northampton General Hospital

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INDUSTRY: Healthcare

CLIENT: NHS Trust – Northampton General Hospital

CONTRACTOR: Catfoss

 

PROJECT:

To develop a new state-of-the-art Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU) at Northampton General Hospital. Axis had a key role, devising a solution capable of providing flexible space with options of a light and open environment for better communication between staff to manage problems with patients more effectively, but also with the option to isolate spaces for patient privacy, when required.

CHALLENGES:

There were a few challenges on this project, all of which we overcame without compromising on design
and quality. The challenges included:

  • The overall project’s tight deadlines
  • The limited footprint of the site
  • Maintaining noise and dust controls within a working hospital

SOLUTION:

Axis designed and installed our own, award-winning FLO-MOTION® DOORS, the extra low friction manual sliding door system.

The full width and height doors are fabricated using extruded aluminium profiles and the frame includes a reinforced transom bar to support the track system. The system features recirculating ball cassettes that run on a low resistance linear track with a damper mechanism at the fully opened and closed positions. The limited contact between the bearings and the track enables the doors to be opened and closed effortlessly.

The sliding doors and the accompanying full height glazed screens were double glazed incorporating interstitial blinds. The blinds are operated by a slide magnet for ‘tilt and turn’ functions offering either visibility or privacy.

OUTCOME:

The new ITU department provides several significant benefits for patients and staff, including:

  • More efficient and effective working
  • A more spacious department with more natural light
  • Providing staff and patients with better visibility of each other
  • Better patient experience

 

Howe Green provides seal of approval with new landscape WATERSAFE IP66 Floor Access Covers

Howe Green provides seal of approval with new landscape WATERSAFE IP66 Floor Access Covers

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To provide construction professionals with an ingress protected option to discreet underfloor services, Howe Green has launched its new landscape WATERSAFE IP66 Floor Access Covers, suitable for a wide range of internal and external applications, including swimming pools, wet rooms, parks, hospitals, docksides or rail projects.

The new WATERSAFE IP66 floor access covers provide discreet, safe and easy access to underfloor services in applications where dust or water ingress must be eliminated. The standard range is available in galvanised and stainless steel and can be manufactured in bespoke sizes and shapes to meet each project’s unique floor access requirements.

Due to the WATERSAFE floor access covers having an IP66 rating, the covers are completely protected against dust ingress as well as water ingress including powerful jets and heavy seas. For maximum compatibility aluminium covers can also be supplied for applications in sea salt environments. Additionally, there is a 15mm speed pipe connector to remove any water droplets, further adding to the water safe and efficiency element of the floor access covers.

Available with a load rating of A15–D400 (FACTA A – D rating), the WATERSAFE IP66 floor access covers provide durable underfloor access which can also be manufactured with higher FACTA ratings on request.

The load rating does not affect the water ingress protection, meaning that the underfloor services will not be affected or be at risk of water damage. The covers have a maximum clear opening of 1000 x 1000mm and an outer frame at a maximum of 1200 x 1200mm, with a standard stone or concrete depth of 100mm. Deeper recesses are also available on request. To meet project requirements, the infill depth is bespoke and manufactured to order, with a minimum depth of 70mm.

Chris George, Business Development Manager for Howe Green, said: “To further enhance our commitment to landscape construction professionals across a wide sector of applications, the launch of our new WATERSAFE IP66 Floor Access Covers do just that. We wanted to provide a durable and safe floor access cover that enables professionals easy and safe access to underfloor services, without the worry of dust or water ingress. To ensure that we are meeting each project’s needs, each of our floor access covers are made to order.”

In order for contractors to easily install the product into stone, tile or slab flooring, the floor access covers feature triangular corner plates with standard barrel lifting points, for easy and safe lifting.

For further information, visit  https://www.howegreen.com/product/access-cover-howe-green-watersafe-ip66 or call 01920 463230.

Jaga UK launches new fan coil units brochure

Jaga UK launches new fan coil units brochure

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Jaga UK, the go-to company for dynamic heating and cooling convectors that optimise renewable energy, has revamped its fan coil unit offering with simplified control packages to help specifiers and contractors select the most suitable control method from a range of options.

Jaga’s sleek Briza range of fan convectors and fan coil units includes one of the slimmest units on the market. Offering powerful heating and deep cooling with heat pumps, the Briza is a great solution for year-round comfort with low flow temperature systems.

Key features and benefits:

  • Slimline and stylish
  • Heating, cooling and optional ventilation from one unit
  • High outputs at low water temperatures
  • Energy-efficient EC motors
  • Near silent dynamic system
  • Deep cooling (wet) and light cooling (dry) capability
  • 2-pipe or 4-pipe heat exchanger options
  • Various control options to suit any project
  • Flexible installation – wall-mounted in casing, ceiling-mounted without casing or built-in

Download the new brochure: https://jaga.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Briza-Brochure-2023_WEB.pdf or visit the Jaga website for more information: https://jaga.co.uk/heating-and-cooling/briza

Roof integrated vs Bolt-on solar panels

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On roof solar systems were the first generation of residential solar panels, consisting of a set of panels attached to the roof by a mount, which is bolted onto the rafters.

Although this type of solar system is well recognised throughout the UK, there is a growing demand for roof integrated solar panels. Here, we look at the benefits of in-roof, against on-roof systems.

Take a look at our roof integrated solar panels – Marely SolarTile®

5 reasons to choose roof integrated solar panels

Pest control

Birds nesting under mounted solar panels can be a costly problem for homeowners. As solar arrays work to their least efficient panel, pigeon droppings and nests that cover part of the panel have a negative affect on the output of the system.

Integrated roof systems, such as the Marley SolarTile®, offer a secure system that leaves no openings into the roofspace for birds or rodents to enter.

Aesthetics

Even though bolt on systems are now sleeker than ever before, the simple fact that roof integrated panels are concealed within the body of the roof makes them more aesthetically pleasing than the more bulky on-roof systems.

Roof integrated systems make it easier to pass difficult planning conditions and can even be used in heritage sites. For eg. Marley SolarTile® has previously been specified in the Cotswolds.  

Maintenance

As previously mentioned, bolt-on systems can provide more access to birds and vermin. This can lead to regular maintenance costs from panel cleaning to gutter blockages. Plus, the more times the roof is accessed, the more chance of foot traffic breaking tiles on the roof, meaning through regular maintenance the overall cost of the systems can be much more than the installed price.

In-roof systems negate the need for regular maintenance and therefore extra damage to the roof. Marley SolarTile® is seen as a ‘fit and forget’ system, with self cleaning panels and no access points for birds or vermin. 

Warranty

With bolt-on systems, notching the roof tile around the roof hook is required. Modifying the roof tiles for retrofit projects will invalidate the roof tile manufacturers warranty. Including tile damage from extra foot traffic on the roof.

Integrated systems fit seamlessly within the makeup of the roof and requires no modification to roof tiles or slates. We also offer a 15 year Roof System guarantee, however our Marley SolarTile® is backed by a 25 year manufacturers guarantee. 

Safety

There are a number of design considerations when specifying bolt-on solar systems. The most notable being approximately 20kg/m² added weight to the roof structure which could have potentially serious consequences.

Marley SolarTile® replaces a section of tiles whilst performing as a lightweight, weathertight part of the roof with the strongest wind uplift in the UK market, meaning it can be used in all wind zones. AA fire rating as standard for complete peace of mind.

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KEIM – the most certified eco-friendly paint….in the world!

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KEIM Mineral Paints have recently been Cradle to Cradle Certified® for 65 products making them the world’s most certified paint.

Many may see this as a huge major milestone in the company’s list of achievements, which of course it is, although the reality is, that KEIM are simply continuing to honour their mission to ‘protect the earth, its resources and one another in everything they do;’ a promise their founder pledged more than 140 years ago.

Cradle to Cradle Certifed®, so called as it assesses the whole circular economy and not from just manufacture to disposal, is the world’s most advanced, science-based standard for designing and manufacturing products. It assesses products in 5 comprehensive categories including renewable energy, material health, and social fairness.

Vanessa Fox, Commercial Director at KEIM Mineral Paints Limited, explains the significance of this most recent accreditation, ‘If walls could talk, I’m confident that the 5 million square metres of surfaces painted with KEIM in the UK would all pay homage to their breathability, durability, and richness of colour. KEIM have been eco-friendly since 1878. It’s not a new attribute that our paints possess, but the Cradle to Cradle Certified® Certification gives our specifiers, architects, and decorators that added confidence knowing that our products have been independently assessed and verified.’ Choosing a KEIM mineral based paint or colourwash to decorate new buildings or renovate or repurpose existing structures, makes for a healthy, eco friendly, sustainable and durable option.

KEIM interior and exterior paints are used across a wide variety of projects from historic, heritage, to highrise due to their many benefits. In fact due to their ecological, healthy living performance, and extraordinary durability, KEIM were the first manufacturer in the world to be certified to the Natureplus guidelines for exterior paints.

Vanessa Fox continues, ‘We feel honoured that so many iconic buildings are decorated using KEIM; the Portmeirion village in North Wales, Battersea Power Station, and retail stores such as Paul Smith for example. We have recently been used to renovate a remote coastal lighthouse on Alderney Lighthouse in Guernsey such is the resilience and durability of our products.

This most recent accolade is the latest in a string of accreditations and independent assessments which guarantee the quality and characteristics of the KEIM range. Many of their products are being specified due to their fire resistance capabilities on highrise buildings for instance or across hotel and leisure projects. Private home owners and decorating contractors are increasingly understanding the importance of using natural organic mineral paints, avoiding solvents or preservatives.

Fox concludes,‘65 of our products have Cradle to Cradle Certified®-Certificate Silver and the C2C Certified Material Health Certifcate™ Gold. That is a huge achievement, and testament to our resolve to play our part towards a healthier, more sustainable, resource- saving future.’

KEIM Mineral Paints can be purchased online via their web shop. Colour charts and samples are available on request. Site surveys and full technical support is offered via their regionally based sales team and Telford based customer support.

KEIM will be exhibiting at The Listed Property Show, Olympia, London 3-4 February 2023.

Luma aluminium flat rooflights…Made-to-measure. Easy to install

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Luma flat rooflights are elevated, fixed, flat roof lanterns with a sleek and contemporary look. Whether its replacing, or even adding a new flat roof extension, adding Luma will totally transform any space.

Weather-resistant powder-coated frame
Luma is built to withstand everything the British weather can throw at it. Its aluminium frame is powder coated for durability and has a UV resistant, weather-tight seal.

Luma flat rooflights come in a choice of finishes. Opt for a standard black or white frame or choose from a range of painted colour options.

Available in square and rectangular designs

Luma flat rooflights are made to measure to perfectly fit any space or style. Available in square and rectangular designs in widths available from 500mm to 1400mm with a maximum projection of 3200mm. Add just one rooflight, or consider adding two or more for a large extension.

Luma flat rooflights are suitable for many projects, such as existing or new flat roof extensions, garage conversions, new builds and even garden rooms.

Better by design

Innovation is at the heart of our Luma flat rooflights. We’ve built-in exclusive, market-leading features that come as standard to bring you a premium-quality product that performs excellently.

  • Thermally broken and glazing options for excellent energy efficiency

Luma’s aluminium frame has an integrated thermal break, which reduces heat transfer. And it’s available in double-glazed and triple-glazed options, with U-values of 1.3 W/m2K for double and 0.92 W/m2K for triple-glazed.

  • Slimline modern profile

The sleek aluminium frame and unique glazing mean there are no chunky frames or painted borders.

  • Tinted laminated glass options

Luma is available with neutral or tinted glass.

  • Secured from the inside

The only flat rooflight which is fixed from the inside for added security. 

  • Integral drainage system

The outer frame includes a unique drainage system that allows moisture to drain away. 

  • Self cleaning glass

Self cleaning glass that washes away any dirt when it rains.

Easy to install and delivered straight to site

Luma flat rooflights are made to order in our factory, then delivered straight to site. They’re easy to install, helping you complete the job quickly, with no fuss and no mess.

Find out more

Download the Luma launch leaflet here or watch our handy video guide to find out more.

Interested? Speak to our experts at your local Eurocell branch. Alternatively, simply call us on 0333 005 6525, email us at enquiries@eurocell.co.uk or visit: eurocell.co.uk/luma

An MMC solution in masonry from H+H

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H+H Vertical Wall Panels are storey-high panels of aircrete that can be used to build a complete house shell within five days.
Vertical Wall Panels offer the speed of offsite with the familiarity of a traditional build. The panels are fabricated offsite and craned into place for a fast, panelised building system with the reassuring characteristics of a high-performance masonry structure.

Storey-high panels of aircrete are used to form the inner leaf of external walls, separating walls and internal partitions as appropriate.

Aircrete is a lightweight masonry material, combining proven durability and high acoustic, thermal and airtight performance with the ease of use that comes with a lighter material making it easy to cut and work with.

On site, Vertical Wall Panels are placed onto standard foundations and installed using H+H VWP mortar – a fast-setting and very strong mortar that forms a 2mm airtight joint. The entire ground floor of a house can be installed in a single day.

The overriding advantage of Vertical Wall Panels is the speed of build – and this is best demonstrated where the panels are used as part of a complete housebuilding package.

When combined with prefabricated timber floors and a prefabricated roof system, Vertical Wall Panels provide a system-build solution that can construct the superstructure of a house from foundation to roof within five days onsite.

This provides a watertight and airtight shell for follow on trades to move into, and one which is constructed using a material they are familiar with so no additional training is required for site workers.

H+H Vertical Wall Panels are manufactured in a range of heights with a width of 600mm and a thickness of 100mm. As aircrete can be cut on site, it is easy to accommodate window and door openings while providing infill sections as appropriate. This also gives the flexibility needed to adjust panels to cope with site tolerances and onsite modifications and means less product waste on site.

Design variations and detailing can be accommodated and, if required, Vertical Wall Panels can be used in combination with thin-joint large format blockwork.

Vertical Wall Panels are also lightly reinforced to facilitate handling and transportation without damaging the product. With the outer leaf off the critical path, cavity insulation can be installed to the complete façade, enabling it to be visually inspected for damage or gaps before the outer leaf is applied.

Separating walls are constructed as two leaves of Vertical Wall Panels with a minimum of 100mm full fill insulated cavity between. This, with effective edge sealing, will provide a zero heat loss party wall. Site acoustic testing has demonstrated that high levels of sound insulation can be achieved and this is reflected by H+H’s proprietary acoustic Robust Detail E-WM-31.

Building with H+H Vertical Wall Panels is not a new solution. In fact, it is an established Modern Method of Construction recognised by the NHBC and is part of the NHBC Accepts scheme. The system has been widely used across Europe for years and over 2,000 houses have been completed so far in the UK.

H+H Vertical Wall Panels combine the cost benefits associated with offsite construction with the reassuring familiarity and performance of masonry, offering an MMC system that stands up to the test of time.

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DANFOSS MAKES LIFE EASIER WITH NEW INSTALLER-APPROVED ERC RANGE

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Danfoss has introduced a new and improved range of energy-saving Electronic Room Controls (ERC) – the first to be co-created with installers to make their life easier. From its industry-standard backplate to the multiple cable access design and intuitive display wrapped in a full white exterior, the new ERC collection is designed for ultimate ease – from selection and installation to programming and everyday use. On top of all that, Danfoss has extended the warranty on the new range from two to five years and all models are 100% Boiler Plus compliant.

Danfoss listened to installers and used their feedback to develop an ERC range that is fast and hassle-free to fit and even more user-friendly, says Gareth Ash, Marketing Communications Manager at Danfoss. “We’ve involved installers in every step of the design phase,” he explains. “We believe this approach shows the importance Danfoss places on continuous dialogue with customers so we can reflect their needs in our products.”

With an ERC to suit all applications, Danfoss has streamlined the range to make choosing the right product for the job quicker and easier for installers. Models now include the TS710 and FP720 time switch and programmer respectively; the TP5001 range of programmable room thermostats; the RET2001 digital room thermostat range; and the RET1001M dial room thermostat.

The new Danfoss ERCs have a new industry-standard backplate featuring a multi-cable access design which allows side, top, bottom and rear access, making them much simpler to install. Depending on the model, other modifications include a new +1 hour booster button and indicator lights under each channel. Also, the old CH (Channel) button, sometimes wrongly identified by end-users as Central Heating, has been changed to read PR to avoid confusion. In addition, the previous 365-day service interval has been updated in line with regulations to a minimum of 400 days.

As part of the dynamic redesign Danfoss ERCs have also been given a smart new look and more user-friendly features. A full white design, including the backplate, is complemented by new aesthetically-pleasing, easy to read displays, plus a larger dial on RET models. The RET and TP ranges also have clearer detailing, while the FP720 now includes LEDs and clearer labelling of functions.

According to Gareth Ash the new installer-approved Danfoss ERC range offers a value proposition that is not only quick and simple to fit in new and retrofit projects but also raises the bar on energy saving.

Summing up, he says: “Research by the University of Salford shows that replacing a standard room thermostat with one that controls the boiler using load or weather compensation can deliver savings of 10% whenever the heating is on. So, with models that offer OpenTherm and on/off load compensation the new, easy to install Danfoss ERCs are the obvious choice for efficiency too.” To find out more visit https://www.danfoss.com/en-gb/campaigns/dhs/electronic-room-controls/#tab-overview

Heating professionals who want to check out the latest heating controls, including the new, improved ERC range, can join the 2022 Danfoss Installer Life Tour currently making its way around Britain. Installers can hop onto the tour bus when it comes to their area, get hands-on with new products and meet the Danfoss team. To get a list of tour dates and locations, go to https://installer.danfoss.com/uk-gb/news/installer-life-on-tour/and sign up to the Newsletter.

Cistermiser’s rEVOlutionary flushing control, EasyflushEVO, wins big at BMA Sustainability Awards

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Cistermiser, the UK’s leading provider of commercial washroom water management solutions, is delighted to announce their win at the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) Sustainability Awards 2022 where EasyflushEVO won the Water Efficiency category, Judges praised EasyflushEVO for its “new and novel approach” to tackling water loss and eradicating the #leakyloo issue.

Richard Braid, Managing Director of Cistermiser, commented: “Cistermiser has spent more than a decade innovating and providing products that help FMs, local authorities, health trusts and building owners and it is so rewarding to have the team’s hard work on EasyflushEVO to be recognised by a panel of independent judges.

“We all know as an industry how much water is wasted through leaking toilets. According to experts Waterwise, a leaking toilet wastes between 215 and 400 litres of clean drinking water on average every day. Between 5 and 8% of toilets are estimated to be leaking, adding up to around 400 million litres of water leaking from UK toilets every day. Against a backdrop of the climate crisis and the Road to Net Zero, losses like these are clearly unsustainable.

“The EasyflushEVO is our latest addition to the Cistermiser product range, and its revolutionary flushing valve solves the problem of leaking toilet cisterns and saves 78,475 litres of water per unit per year. This was a huge inspiration for the development of the EasyflushEVO and although it might not single handily solve the ‘leaky loos’ problem we have in this country, it goes a long way to raising standards and awareness.

“The EasyflushEVO has revolutionised WC flushing by bringing together the previously unattainable benefits of non-touch and leak-free flushing. The patented flush design means there is no flushing seal below the waterline, so unlike traditional flush valves, it will not leak due to debris, scale, or seal degradation. We are, as a company, so proud to be contributing to the positive shift towards making this industry more sustainable.”

Tom Reynolds, CEO of the BMA, praises the work Cistermiser is doing: “Cistermiser has been committed to reducing water wastage and it is so exciting to see how far they are willing to push themselves through innovation to take product performance sustainability to the next level. It’s a tough ask, but with products like the EasyflushEVO, we can all contribute to transitioning this industry to do its bit for the planet, here at the BMA, we look forward to seeing what Cistermiser does next.”

For more information or to request technical information, call 0118 969 1611, or email sales@cistermiser.co.uk

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