Non-combustible Beak Weeps from the longest-established cavity tray company.

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Superior Functionality with Minimal Visual Presence

Manufactured of zinc pressure die-casting, the new NonCom Beak Weep can be built into a naturally occurring perp joint with a discreet emergence, promoting functionality with minimal visual presence.

What’s more, in addition to being protected from direct wind and rain ingress, the evacuation outlet has radiused sides permitting washed mortar sands and fines to spread and drop. The internal flow route is direct and features zero restricting areas or pinch-points between the cavity inlet and the elevation outlet.

Building Regulations Compliance

New Building Regulations require the exterior walls of buildings more than 11m high to be constructed of non-combustible materials. The NonCom Beak Weep is an A1-rated non-combustible perp weep, designed explicitly for use with non-combustible cavity tray systems of high-rise and fire-resistant buildings.

This innovative non-combustible cavity wall weep features a trapezoid design and discreetly hooded external discharge outlet offering deflection protection against torrential rain and wind conditions.

The NonCom Beak Weep may be used in structures required to meet and conform with UK / European Standards, requiring EN 1774 1997 and A1 fire specification as defined by Commission Decision 96/603/EC.

When installed as part of a compliant wall assembly, NonCom Beak Weeps will satisfy Building Regulations across the UK, including:

  • The Building Regulations (England and Wales (2010)
  • The Building Regulations (Scotland) Regulations 2004
  • The Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012
  • NHBC/LABC (in select instances)

This makes them the ideal solution for use within high-rise, fire-resistant buildings rising to 11m or more from ground.

Our new NonCom Beak Weeps are 100% compatible with Cavitray systems, include both masonry or mortar merge option, and are sold range of beak overspray colours to match the aesthetic of high-rise buildings of all descriptions.

Learn More

Cavity Trays is an industry leader in the design, manufacture and supply of damp-proofing, cavity closers, ventilation, and other specialist products in the construction sector.

We have decades of experience helping businesses comply with all relevant building regulations. To learn more about our NonCom Beak Weeps, including dimensions and installation instructions or to enquire about any of our products, get in touch with us today. Call our team on 01935 474769 or email enquiries@cavitytrays.co.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Why Cedral is the industry choice for high spec facades and roofs

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With over 100 years’ experience in fibre cement facade and roofing materials, Cedral products are highly sought after and trusted in the industry. Here’s why:

  • Long-lasting durability: Cedral fibre cement facades and slates have a minimum life expectancy of 50 years.
  • Low maintenance upkeep: fibre cement doesn’t rot, rust, warp or crack and is insect, bacteria and algae resistant; it doesn’t need painting and is easy to clean.
  • Easy-to-install products: with pre-holed slates, dry fitting roofing processes and all-in-one cladding solutions.
  • Excellent fire performance classification: Cedral materials comprehensively meet the fire performance classification A2-s1,d0 to EN 13501-1:2018.
  • Sustainable options: Cedral wants to build a more durable world and bring sustainability to life, each day focusing its business towards building a more sustainable world for those around us. Find out more

Cedral facades – what’s on offer

Stylish contemporary designs: Cedral Lap facades overlap when installed to create a traditional clapboard aesthetic while Cedral Click’s tongue and groove design creates a modern, flush fitting facade. Find out more about our products

Cedral Colour Collections: The Cedral Collections are designed to offer customers a wealth of choice, with 21 on-trend shades curated into four unique collections. Explore the Cedral Collections

Accessories to complete the job: Cedral colour-matched trims include corners and edges, as well as Cedral Click clips and colour matched screws to ensure facades can be assembled quickly and correctly, creating a refined, premium finish. Find out more

Longevity and high performance: Cedral materials are thicker and therefore stronger ensuring the longevity and high performance of every facade.

Increased energy efficiency and insulation: The rainscreen cladding helps the building stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter for improved thermal comfort and energy saving, while the ventilated air cavity improves thermal and acoustic insulation and helps reduce condensation and humidity.

Cedral slates – the benefits

Uniform, lightweight and strong: Fibre cement slates are lighter and thinner yet equally as strong as clay, concrete and natural slates. They don’t require a heavy load bearing roof construction, so less timber is required for the structure. Their size and quality uniformity means they don’t suffer from inconsistent grading, size and thickness like natural slates.

Essential accessories: Roofing products include a range of fittings and accessories for pitched roof ventilation, verges, ridges and hips and general fixings. Find out more

Style choices: Slates come in four eye-catching designs, perfect as both a roofing material and a unique option to create a full envelope with the facade. Read more

Customer service support

Whether it’s support, installation advice, documentation, product information or certifications, Cedral has all the tools you need to help serve your clients.

Visit our Cedral Professionals portal, dedicated to supporting the building industry. Here you’ll find everything you need for your next Cedral cladding or slates project.

Talk to Cedral

Get in touch through the Cedral website, email infouk@etexgroup.com or phone: +44 (0) 1283 501 555.

Maccaferri Renews Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Key Products through KIWA Certification

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Maccaferri, a global leader in civil engineering solutions, proudly announces the renewal of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for a selection of its innovative products, certified by KIWA, a leading international certification body. This significant achievement underscores Maccaferri’s commitment to sustainability and transparency in environmental performance.

The renewed certified products include:

Gabions, MacDrain® M, MacDrain® W, ParaGrid®, ParaDrain®, ParaLink®, ParaWeb®, MacMat®, MacMat® R, MacMat® R1, Maccaferri Netting, Terramesh® Family

EPDs provide detailed and verified information on the environmental impact of products throughout their life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal. This certification by KIWA affirms Maccaferri’s dedication to producing environmentally responsible solutions and meeting the growing demand for sustainable construction materials.

Key Benefits of Our EPD-Certified Products:

Enhanced Environmental Transparency: Customers can make informed decisions based on reliable data regarding the environmental impact of Maccaferri products.

Sustainable Construction Practices: Our EPD-certified products contribute to achieving sustainability targets and green building certifications such as LEED and BREEAM.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Comprehensive life cycle assessments highlight areas for potential improvement, promoting continuous innovation in product development.

About the Products:

Gabions: Renowned for their flexibility and strength, our gabions are used in retaining structures, erosion control, and architectural applications.

MacDrain M and W:Advanced drainage systems designed to manage subsurface water in various construction and civil engineering projects.

ParaGrid, ParaDrain, ParaLink, and ParaWeb: High-performance geogrids and geocomposites for soil reinforcement, stabilisation, and drainage.

MacMat, MacMat R, and MacMat R1: Erosion control mats that protect slopes and surfaces from erosion while promoting vegetation growth.

Maccaferri Netting: Versatile netting solutions for rockfall protection, slope stabilisation, and other applications.

Terramesh Family: Integrated solutions combining soil reinforcement and facing elements for constructing durable and aesthetic retaining structures.

The certified products span a wide range of applications, from erosion control and soil reinforcement to drainage systems and structural support. Each product has been rigorously evaluated for its environmental impact, ensuring that Maccaferri’s solutions contribute to a more sustainable built environment.

About Kiwa:

KIWA is an internationally recognised organisation specialising in testing, inspection, and certification services. With a strong commitment to quality and safety, KIWA supports companies worldwide in achieving and demonstrating compliance with various standards.

About Maccaferri:

Maccaferri is a world leader in the design and manufacture of advanced solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors. With over 140 years of experience, Maccaferri’s expertise spans geotechnical engineering, rockfall protection, hydraulic works, and more. The company is dedicated to developing innovative products that address environmental challenges and contribute to the sustainable development of infrastructure worldwide.

For more information about Maccaferri and our certified products, please visit www.maccaferri.com/epd or contact: info.uk@maccaferri.com

Simplifying hospital projects with Eurobrick

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In busy hospital environments, expansion projects and building works must be planned in meticulous detail to minimise disruption to day-to-day operations. Fast-track building methods are frequently used and, during this process, selecting an appropriate rainscreen cladding system is very important to ensure the successful function of the building and the design aesthetic.

Leading specialist Eurobrick Systems has been distributing its proprietary brick and stone slip cladding for over 30 years and has supplied many hospital expansion projects where budgets, space and time are limited.

THE RIGHT FIT
Eurobrick is an obvious choice for these types of projects, offering different systems to suit different applications, all of which are tried and tested and can be specified with confidence. This is backed up by Eurobrick’s team of experienced estimators who take the time to ensure the most suitable system is chosen to fit the specific requirements of the job. Eurobrick offers technical advice at every stage of the specification process, from estimating, and ordering to installation and any ongoing support.

FLEXIBLE
Supply schedules can be tailored to meet contractors’ work programmes and can take into account on-site conditions such as storage limitations. This was particularly important at Leicester Royal Infirmary for example, where a restrictive site situated at a busy roadside with a limited storage area, meant the P-Clad rainscreen system materials for a two-storey extension to the Congenital Heart Centre, needed to be delivered in phases, as and when required. Eurobrick worked closely with the contractor, Industrial Contracting Services to achieve this.

SPEEDY SOLUTIONS

Eurobrick’s cladding systems are lightweight and fast to install making them a good option for contractors’ working to meet challenging deadlines. Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital had this experience, where a new state-of-the-art 4300m² ward development was delivered in a compressed timeframe of just 1 year (instead of the expected 3 years) using factory-built modular construction. As Eurobrick can be off the critical path, the systems could be installed on-site without affecting the activities of other trades. These brick slip systems are also suitable for off-site installation and are robust enough to be transported to site and craned into position.

ON OR OFF-SITE

Versatile, yet simple, Eurobrick is suitable for modular and new build projects offering a fast track to a real brick finish that is low maintenance and will weather like traditional brickwork. The award-winning new Wellbeing Hub at University Hospital Southampton is a 20 modular bay building which was finished on-site using Eurobrick’s X-Clad EWI system with extruded brick slips from their Britannia colour range.

Hospital projects can present a plethora of challenges to the NHS, its architects and contractors, who need creative solutions that keep projects on time and on budget. Reliability, versatility, robustness and speed are key considerations in the decision-making process.

If you would like to discuss a project with Eurobrick you can take a look at their website at www.eurobrick.co.uk, call 0117 971 7117 or email info@eurobrick.co.uk.

Paddington Station Improves Assisted Travel Experience (June 2024)

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A new lounge, that has been designed for Network Rail passengers using the assistance programme, has opened at Paddington station. TORMAX was contracted to work with Saper Glass to manufacture and install an automatic, single sliding door system, giving clear and easy access into the Assisted Travel Lounge (ATL).

Powered by the in-house designed TORMAX iMotion 2202 door drive, smooth and reliable operation is assured thanks to the innovative design of the high torque, synchronous motor that ensures rapid response to approaching foot traffic.

Featuring none of the parts that regularly wear out, such as gears and brushes, the iMotion motor offers a longer lifespan, with lower maintenance demands, than other similar door operators.

Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Paddington’s Grade I listed structure is one of Britain’s most historically significant railway stations. Appointed as main contractor, Consortia Group was responsible for delivering the new ATL, greatly improving accessibility within this major transport hub.

Situated next to the taxi rank on the station’s upper deck, the ATL provides a safe, convenient and accessible waiting room for passengers of restricted mobility. During opening hours, Network Rail’s Passenger Assistance team provide a customer ambassador to help individuals wanting to use the facility.

Ensuring the TORMAX automatic door opens and closes appropriately every time, speed settings and hold-open time can be easily adjusted by station staff via a user-friendly keypad.

Maximising system performance, an intelligent microprocessor control system guarantees permanent monitoring of door leaf movement, making automatic adjustments in response to say a build-up of debris on the floor.

“Travelling through a busy station can be challenging for those with additional needs,” comments Susan Evans, Network Rail’s head of passenger strategy for Western Route. “The Assisted Travel Lounge helps mitigate this by providing a friendly space for people to get the help they need from a dedicated team.”

Top 10 Flo-Motion® doors receive EPD verification for Axis Entrances!

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Axis Entrances Ltd is delighted to announce its ten most specified Flo-Motion® doors have now been included in the EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) Verification Scheme on the BRE (Building Research Establishment) GreenBook Live portal.

As the innovators and manufacturers behind the multi-award-winning Flo-Motion® door range for the healthcare sector, receiving these independently verified EPDs is a strong show of the company’s ongoing commitment to measuring and reducing the environmental impact of its products.

Managing Director, Rob Brunero says: “We have always taken our environmental responsibility seriously, so we’re very proud to have this independent verification of the sustainable benefits of our doors.

“We know these EPDs will help specifiers too, with the increasing responsibilities they have, for delivering buildings more sustainably. We will continue to lead the way in our industry for our dedication to environmental responsibility and customer focus.”

The ten Flo-Motion® doors with EPDs are:

  • Flo-Motion® Sliding Door System Types:
    • F11
    • F12
    • F01 (3400mm)
  • Flo-motion® Single Slide Types:
    • F01 (2400mm)
    • E32
  • Flo-motion® Bi-Parting Types
    • B100
    • B01
    • B32
  • Flo-motion® Telescopic Types
    • T100
    • T55

For more information:

AXIS ENTRANCE SYSTEMS LTD

Unit 6, Queens Park Industrial Estate, Studland Road, Northampton NN2 6NA

T: 01604 212500

E: sales@axisentrances.com

www.axisentrances.com

Delta Membrane Systems Limited Exhibiting at Structural Waterproofing Conference

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We’re delighted to be attending and exhibiting at the Property Care Association (PCA) Structural Waterproofing Conference SWC2024 on 19 September 2024 at Telford International Centre.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity if you’re a structural waterproofing enthusiast or simply want to keep abreast of the latest in the industry.  The Structural Waterproofing Conference brings together the industry’s leading minds for an event brimming with informative presentations and stimulating discussions. This is an unparalleled opportunity for networking, gaining knowledge, and learning from the experts. We highly recommend attending!

Get ready for an exhilarating revelation!

A fresh, innovative product is ready to hit the market – experience the future with our groundbreaking new product which we are excited to be demonstrating at the conference!

This innovative creation is not just a product, but a revolution – Our Technical Team will be very happy to talk to you about the incredible features of this latest innovation.

You can be sure of a friendly welcome!

PCA Best Practice Awards

No PCA Conference is ever complete without a fabulous night full of joy and fun at the highly esteemed PCA Best Practice Awards. This event is all about applauding the exceptional accomplishments of PCA members in the past year.

Delta are excited to be shortlisted in the Digital Space category!! Good luck to all the other finalists!!

We hope to see you there!

About us

Delta Membrane Systems Limited is a manufacturer and provider of specialist structural waterproofing solutions, covering Types A, B and C waterproofing, combination waterproofing, damp proofing, flood resilience and ground gas protection.

Our product portfolio boasts BBA certified solutions, adaptable for a variety of projects, whether commercial or residential, new build or renovation, housing developments, or civil infrastructure.

At Delta, we pride ourselves on our innovative product range and a team of waterproofing design specialists. Our experts are dedicated to providing you with reliable advice, helping you to identify potential issues and uncover opportunities for added value in your projects. Demonstrating our commitment to equality, Delta proudly supports the Women of Waterproofing Networking Group. This initiative champions gender balance within the industry and works tirelessly to inspire, retain, and attract more women to the sector.

Choose Delta, and you’re choosing a company that values both top-tier solutions and equality in the workplace.

Always Happy to Help

Whatever the needs of your project, you can rely on Delta’s Technical Team to ensure you get the right advice, support, and practical help at exactly the right time its required.  Call us today on 01992 523 523 or email info@deltamembranes.com.

Jaga UK launches super slimline fan convector: Briza Net Zero

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Jaga has launched a state-of-the-art range of sleek and slimline fan convectors designed to enhance the efficiency and versatility of heat pumps and low-temperature heating systems.

The Briza Net Zero range is ideal for modern buildings where both cooling and heating are essential. When paired with a heat pump, these units offer an energy-efficient and climate-friendly alternative to air conditioning, with both light and deep cooling (non-condensing and condensing) options for year-round comfort in the UK’s variable climate.

Compact and stylish, Briza Net Zero units feature a sleek design that seamlessly integrates into modern interiors. The XS model, at just 85mm deep, is one of the slimmest fan convectors on the market, making it perfect for spaces where size and aesthetics are paramount.

 

Recognising that heat pumps are most efficient at lower system design temperatures; the Briza Net Zero range has been optimised for this purpose. At flow and return temperatures of just 35/30°C (room temp 20°C), the Briza M Net Zero BASE-Line, Jaga’s most powerful model yet, delivers a heat output of up to 2110W and a deep cooling output of up to 2575W at 7/12°C (room temp 27°C). This makes it an ideal choice for maximising system efficiency whilst maintaining indoor comfort.

The range is versatile in both installation and control, with various sizes and colour options, and the flexibility to be wall or ceiling mounted. This adaptability makes it suitable for a wide range of projects.

 

Designed with sustainability in mind, the units feature a built-in EC motor for low energy consumption and an extended service life. The recyclable aluminium and copper heat exchanger, with hydrophilic coating, enhances cooling performance while minimising environmental impact.

Get in touch

To find out more, visit

https://netzero.jaga.com/uk

Return of Albion Instant Win

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Not a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, but now at a plumbing supplier near you!

Starting on the 12th of August, Kingspan is relaunching the hugely popular Instant Win promotion, with a guaranteed prize for every qualifying Albion product you buy. Prizes start from a minimum of £25 up to £500 worth of Amazon.co.uk e-gift vouchers.

This time, the promotion is available on more products than ever before, including Ultrasteel, Ultrasteel+, Ultrasteel IE and Aerocyl cylinders, meaning this year, even more people can win a guaranteed prize.

It’s still super easy to claim; you only have to purchase a qualifying Albion product and scan the unique QR code on the Instant Win card provided with the cylinder to find out how much you’ve won! Then, fill in your details, attach a copy of your proof of purchase* and hit submit, and that’s it. You’re done! Kingspan do the rest and once your claim is verified, your Amazon.co.uk e-gift voucher will be emailed for you to spend on whatever you want.

Please note the T&Cs for the 2024 edition of the promotion. You only have three calendar months from the invoice date to submit your claim, so don’t leave it until the last minute!

Stewart Gibbons, Commercial Director for Kingspan Cylinders, said, “I’m so pleased to bring this promotion back, especially following the withdrawal of the Kingspan Rewards scheme due to technical issues. But we’ve taken what we learned from that experience, and that’s why we’ve gone back to the Instant Win format. Installers just loved it, claiming it’s so quick and simple. Bang! You know what you won in seconds, and within a couple of clicks, the claim is submitted, and Kingspan does all the rest. Good luck!”

*Please note only merchant invoices or cash receipts will be accepted. Order confirmations, delivery notes, shipment notifications, etc. do not qualify as valid proof of purchase. For full T&C’s visit www.winwithkingspan.com/terms-and-conditions

Rockpanel products become Cradle to Cradle certified level silver!

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Rockpanels two most popular product ranges, Rockpanel Colours and Rockpanel Natural are Cradle to Cradle Certified® at silver level, verifying that the products are safe, more sustainable, and are supporting a circular product life cycle, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Cradle to Cradle Certified® is a globally recognised standard which credits solutions that support the circular economy and make a positive impact on both people and the planet. This certification further represents yet another initiative consolidating our position as a responsible manufacturer.

Being Cradle to Cradle Certified is also recognised by several major building rating schemes such as e.g. LEED, and DGNB. Therefore, when using a Cradle to Cradle Certified product, you can earn more points in these building rating schemes.

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Do you want more information and facts about Rockpanel and sustainability? Download the brochure or request a printed copy.

When a product is Cradle to Cradle Certified® it is internationally recognised as a safer, more sustainable product that supports the circular economy.

What is Cradle to Cradle Certified?

Cradle to Cradle Certified® is the world’s most advanced, science-based standard for designing and making products today that enable a healthy, equitable, and sustainable tomorrow.

Cradle to Cradle Certified is a holistic standard that verifies a product’s performance across five critical areas of sustainability including: Material Health, Product Circularity, Clean Air and Climate Protection, Water and Soil Stewardship, and Social Fairness.

When a product is Cradle to Cradle Certified® it is internationally recognised as a safer, more sustainable product that supports the circular economy. Product designers, manufacturers and brands rely on the Cradle to Cradle Certified® product standard as a pathway for designing and making products with a positive impact on people and our planet by following their main concepts.

Our Cradle to Cradle journey

In May 2024, we became Cradle to Cradle Certified at Silver level for our most popular and best-selling range in Europe, Rockpanel Colours, as well as our Rockpanel Natural product range.

We firmly believe that building materials should have as little impact on the environment as possible – therefore we are fully aware that we are on a journey and that this is only the beginning.

We are proud that two of our best selling product lines, Rockpanel Colours and Rockpanel Natural have been certified Cradle to Cradle Certified® Silver. To learn more about our detailed score for each category, please see below:

Download our Cradle to Cradle Certified® certificate

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Go to our Cradle to Cradle Certified® products in the United Kingdom: Rockpanel Colours