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ACO Access – Whatever the application we’ve got it covered

Building Products Index Ltd April 26, 2022 access covers 2 Comments

ACO is synonymous around the world for quality, innovation and outstanding design. Our wealth of experience, technical knowledge and manufacturing expertise ensures our range of floor access covers delivers choice, function and style to our customers for a wide range of internal and external building applications.

ACO’s floor access cover range provides a high quality finish and easy access to underlying services and ducting.

ACO UniFace™, our range of recessed access covers, and ACO UniTop™, our range of solid covers, are designed for internal and external applications associated with both commercial, private and public sector buildings.

Typical applications include areas used by pedestrians, light vehicle traffic and heavier traffic such as forklifts. Available in a choice of materials including aluminium, hot dipped galvanised steel and stainless steel grade 304 as standard. ACO access covers can also compliment a variety of hard and flexible floor finishes including concrete, epoxy, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl, stone or ceramic tiles.

With a comprehensive range of standard clear opening sizes from 200 to 1200mm, ACO floor access covers can be supplied either as single units or for ducting and multi span applications. Manual lift or gas spring assisted versions are also available to suit the intended method of opening, frequency and ease of operation.

ACO UniFace™ and ACO UniTop™ floor access covers are manufactured using recycled materials and at end of life can be 100% recycled contributing to a sustainable environment and building practices. Our complete range of floor access covers is tested to the Fabricated Access Cover Trade Association (FACTA), specification for fabricated access covers. As a member of FACTA all ACO floor access covers use FACTA classifications for ease of selection and specification.

Our standard aluminium covers are available from stock in 3-5 days. If you require a bespoke cover please call us on 01462 810421 to discuss the project details. For more information www.aco.co.uk/accesscovers

Brand New Brewers Stores

Building Products Index Ltd April 25, 2022 Paint Leave a Comment

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We are delighted to announce the opening 2 brand new Brewers stores across the country, available for all your decorating needs!

Brewers Bedford:

Whilst Brewers has been established in Bedford for twenty years, the time had come to move to a new home. Located on Unit 8 & 9, Kingfisher Business Park, MK42 0NY, the new store is now open for business. Situated in a thriving industrial estate, the bigger and brighter store will be the ultimate destination for all the finest brands in paints, wallpaper and woodcare. With two brand new tinting machines from Benjamin Moore and Zinsser, and a great space for browsing wallpaper collections and colours, you will be spoilt for choice!

The same fantastic team are ready to welcome you into their brand-new store and are on hand for any advice you may need. Rebecca Nicholas is branch manager of the Bedford store and has been with Brewers for five years after six years in the painting and decorating industry down under.

Mark Hemming has been with Brewers for a decade, having previously worked as a painter and decorator (and a keen Brewers customer!) for over 30 years and Mark Lazell has been with Brewers since Brewers Bedford opened its doors in 2002. The brand-new store will mark the next exciting chapter!

Brewers Dorking:

We are also excited to announce a Brewers Decorator Centre will be coming to Dorking in May! Located on 209-213 High Street, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1RU, the newest Brewers store will be in the heart of Dorking, and home to the finest brands in paint, wallpaper, woodcare and fabrics.

Stocking a wide variety of trade quality and designer paints, Brewers Dorking will stock Albany, Dulux, Crown, Johnstone’s, Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, Little Greene and Mylands. Thousands of colours will be available to choose from with in-store tinting facilities from Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, Crown, Albany, Dulux, Mylands and Johnstone’s, which means you can take these colours away the very same day.

The store will also have wallpaper pattern books to browse, a range of woodcare products from brands such as Osmo, Sadolin and Cuprinol, and plenty of sundries to choose from to ensure you achieve the perfect finish.

Brewers Dorking will be open on from the 4^th of May and branch manager Wayne Broughton looks forward to welcoming customers to the brand-new store soon!

To see how Brewers gets involved with your local community and keep up to date with all store updates join Brewers on Facebook or Instagram.

Facebook – @BrewersPaints

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Setting the standard for fire certification and compliance

Building Products Index Ltd April 25, 2022 Access Panels Leave a Comment

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One of the UK’s leading providers in the design and manufacture of access solutions and riser doors for ceilings, walls and partitions, Profab Access, is supporting architects, specifiers and contractors in achieving the highest standards of efficiency with its PRIMA 1000 Fire Rated Series Access Panels.

Providing secure and unobtrusive access to ceiling and wall services for both residential and commercial projects, the fire rated panels are not only aesthetically pleasing and easy to install, but ensure compliance with latest building regulations.

As part of Profab Access’ commitment to construction excellence, the access panels are independently bi-directionally tested and fire-rated up to 120 minutes to BS EN 1634-1:2000 for single and double door configurations up to 600mm x 1200mm. Sizes up to 750mm x 1500mm are also available and are fire-rated for up to 90 minutes.

The PRIMA 1000 FR Series Access Panels are available in standard and bespoke specifications, providing first class performance and functionality, the panels are also smoked sealed with an intumescent and smoke seal gasket.

The lightweight metal doors can be easily installed into jointless plaster, plasterboard and partitions to provide concealed access to electrical and mechanical services and are etch primed to support onsite decoration.

Marcus Parnham, Commercial Director at Profab Access, said: “As one of the industry’s leading manufacturers and the first to bi-directionally test its access panels and riser doors, we are committed to ensuring we provide construction professionals with the highest standards of compliance and performance. Our PRIMA 1000 FR Series Access Panels have been expertly designed to provide unrivaled certification, without compromising on visual appeal or functionality to meet the most demanding site requirements.”

As a member of the official Made in Britain accreditation, Profab Access can deliver stock sizes in the shortest lead times from its UK headquarters. Its team of engineering experts can also design bespoke specifications to meet specific project requirements.

For further information on Profab Access and its range of riser doors, access panels, and steel doors, call +44(0)1827 718222 or visit www.profabaccess.com.

HOMES BUILT FOR THE FUTURE, WITH TATA STEEL’S ENHANCED CONFIDEX® HOME GUARANTEE

Building Products Index Ltd March 31, 2022 Roofing Leave a Comment

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Given the clear push on sustainability and in light of the Future Homes Standard, Tata Steel is pleased to introduce a ‘solar ready’ enhancement to the Confidex® Home Guarantee, helping developers, contractors and self-builders deliver homes built for the future.

With the countdown to Net Zero well underway, there is a big emphasis on how we can all improve our sustainability and lessen our carbon footprint. The Future Homes Standard forms a key part of this; a new set of standards that will complement the Building Regulations, developed to ensure new homes are future-proofed with low carbon heating and world-leading energy efficiency.

Solar panels will have an important part to play in the delivery of this greener future, with the UK’s solar sector expected to double by 2030. As such, Tata Steel, the global steel manufacturer, has taken the decision to enhance the 25-year Confidex® Home Guarantee for the residential sector, making it ‘solar ready’.

The Confidex® Home Guarantee is valid on standing seam residential roof and wall systems manufactured from Tata Steel’s Colorcoat Prisma® and Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra® and available via its four UK supply chain partners: Tata Steel (Colorcoat Urban®), Catnic (SSR2), Euroclad (Vieo) and EQC (Seamlap/Seamlock).

Originally launched in 2019, the revamped Confidex® Home Guarantee offers the same renowned protection against paint peeling on the pre-finished steel product for a period of 25 years, regardless of where the property is located (coast or inland); in addition to now allowing homeowners to install Clip and Fix Solar Panels on their roofs. Solar panels can be installed at any point during the 25-year guarantee period, without prior consultation from Tata Steel.

Tata Steel’s new ‘solar ready’ Confidex® Home will help developers and contractors in their delivery of greener homes, with the roofs ready for future solar panel installations. What’s more, the Guarantee enables developers to offer added peace of mind to prospective home buyers, with an additional 15 years on top of the 10-year NHBC guarantee.

While, as a result of the Confidex® Home Guarantee being a direct agreement with Tata Steel, homeowners can benefit from the assurance that, in the unlikely event of a material fault, it can be promptly resolved and rectified, without the need to go via the supply chain or their home insurance. The Guarantee is also transferrable in the event of the property being sold and is written in accordance with consumer law.

Speaking about the revamped Guarantee, Dr Peter Barker, New Product Development Manager at Tata Steel, said: “In the run up to 2050, the UK is changing the way it builds the homes of the future. As part of the Future Homes Standard, homes built from 2025 will have to produce 75% to 85% less carbon emissions, compared to homes delivered under the current regulations, with the installation of solar panels becoming increasingly popular.

“As such, we took the decision to update our renowned Confidex® Home Guarantee in line with the changing face of the construction and housebuilding industries to reflect the sustainable agenda. Through the new ‘solar ready’ Confidex® Home, we’re proud to be a small part of this journey to Net Zero, as well as being the only pre-finished steel manufacturer to offer a standing seam roof and wall system guarantee agreement direct to the homeowner.”

Tata Steel’s Colorcoat® pre-finished steel products are renowned in the industry for their aesthetics, durability and long-lasting performance, in addition to the comprehensive guarantees that come with them.

For more information, please visit: www.colorcoat-online.com/confidexhome

Toupret strengthens its Problem Surfaces collection with flexible fillers for repairing substrates that move

Building Products Index Ltd March 31, 2022 Filler Leave a Comment

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Toupret has bolstered its Problem Surfaces collection with two versatile flexible products, both addressing substrates where movement can be a problem. These two products further allow professionals to find their perfect filler for repairing unstable surfaces.

Fill-Flex is a highly flexible filler for gaps and cracks, perfect for filling the gaps around skirting, architraves and on staircases where movement is possible – its flexible formula moves with the substrate and won’t crack. The filler is suitable for new and renovated surfaces, and it adheres to paintwork with no need to spot prime. Fill-Flex is suitable for both internal and external use. It is available in a 310ml cartridge, for use with an applicator gun, and a 1kg tub.

The second product in this collection of flexible fillers is Skim-Flex, a fine skimcoat that remains flexible when dry, perfect for coating when treating re-appearing cracks or substrates with some movement. It can also be used inside or outside, suitable for damp areas and is breathable. The mixture is extremely adhesive, and it can even be applied over smooth surfaces such as tiles or glass, making it an ideal skim-filling solution for kitchens and bathrooms. It can also be used for light filling up to 5mm and is ready to use straight from the 5kg tub.

The skim-flex product update is part of a major rebrand and product reorganisation for Toupret. The Problem Surfaces collection is now signified with a green colourway offering a striking shelf point of difference.

With the goal of making a great quality filling job simpler and quicker for professionals, Toupret also wanted to make it much easier for tradespeople to choose the best product for any given task. As such, many of the products have been renamed to make their application as clear as possible. However, Toupret knows it has a loyal customer base and so the old product names remain discreetly on the packaging to ensure familiarity for all whilst introducing new simplified product descriptions – for example ‘Fill-Flex’ will appear alongside the historical ‘Fibacryl’ product name.

Both Problem Surfaces flexible products are available to purchase from trade distributors nationwide.

Premium Parking Systems that make you smile

Building Products Index Ltd March 31, 2022 Parking Systems Leave a Comment

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Our parking solutions can be designed to suit any situation. They can be implemented in both residential and commercial spaces and come with a range of benefits:

Efficiency: Maximising the amount of parking spaces available in a space can resolve parking issues and increasing parking potential. Incredibly effective where space is a premium.

Safety and Quality: The systems keep cars parked safely, whether that be underground or in your own garage. In addition all systems are manufactured to the highest standards and conform to European manufacturing and Health & Safety legislation.

Versatility: The use cases for these models are endless. From single car stackers to fully automatic parking systems and underground parking systems, the systems can work in any situation.

Value Adding: Working alongside a wide range of clients, developers, architects, contractors and private individuals we can increase business profits or property value.

Easy Servicing and Maintenance: Although the systems are highly reliable, we do offer on-going maintenance, emergency call-out and a replacement / refurbishment service.

We have a variety of systems that cater for different needs. These include:

Parkers: For independent and dependent parking

Semi-Automatic Parking Systems: For maximum flexibility

Fully Automatic Parking Systems: Fully bespoke solutions to suit client requirements

Parking Pallets: Create parking spaces in unused areas

Klaus Multiparking and Double Parking Systems both stand for the highest quality service. That is why we offer a complete service from start to finish. We support you throughout the entire planning process, commissioning of your parking system and should you have any issues, we are available 24/7 using our call out service.

In addition, we offer tailor-made maintenance agreements. Parking systems are technical systems that require preventative maintenance and care. We can increase the system’s warranty period from 2 to 5 years when you choose a maintenance agreement with us.

BALANCING MADE EASY WITH DANFOSS DYNAMIC VALVE™

Building Products Index Ltd March 31, 2022 Heating, Valves Leave a Comment

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Balancing domestic heating systems just got easier – and faster – with the RAS-B² Danfoss Dynamic Valve™. Unlike other TRVs, which only act as flow limiters, this latest addition to the Danfoss TRV family features a differential pressure controller. This ensures that pressure drops over the valve remain at a constant level, so flow through the valve is maintained at both full (winter) and partial (autumn/spring) loads. Additionally, pre-setting of the desired flow is done on the valve, rather than on the lockshield, which it is estimated could save installers up to two hours of valuable working time. Thanks to this innovative product, heating installers can now make sure a system is correctly balanced in a fraction of the time it would normally take.

The new RAS-B² is specially designed by Danfoss to enable fast and simple hydronic dynamic balancing and to make life even easier this pioneering TRV is also featured on the Danfoss Installer App. Using this time-saving tool, installers can calculate, record and document the correct flow and subsequent setting for each radiator on their smartphone or tablet.

Currently the only 100% pressure independent valve demonstrating a constant flow in all conditions, the Danfoss RAS-B² ensures each radiator receives an equal flow of hot water. As well as optimising end-user comfort, this means that the return temperature is lower (condensing boiler efficiency is best at below a return temperature of 55^oC) and the pump can run at a lower speed.

Industry research suggests that between 80% and 90% of heating systems in Europe are unbalanced, which as any heating professional knows can result in the common complaints of noisy radiators and uneven heating.

Summing up, Gareth Ash, Marketing Manager at Danfoss says: “By launching the RAS-B² Dynamic Valve now Danfoss is offering installers a simple and future-proof solution that will satisfy their customers’ needs today and comply with forthcoming regulations to make existing UK homes more energy efficient as we move towards the ultimate goal of in 2050.”

The new RAS-B² Danfoss Dynamic Valve™ is available in a range of convenient radiator packs, including RAS-C² liquid sensor, and with a choice of 10mm or 15mm fittings to suit different installation requirements.

For more information on the RAS-B2, visit Say hello to the RAS-B2 (danfoss.com) or watch this video to learn more about how the Danfoss RAS-B2 operates – https://youtu.be/cPam9DXk800

CARBON REDUCTION TARGETS AND SOLAR PV

Building Products Index Ltd March 31, 2022 PV systems, Solar Leave a Comment

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With the Future Homes Standard still three years away, the immediate focus for the housebuilding sector is the imminent introduction of changes to Part L of the Building Regulations in June this year.

Housebuilders will be looking for the simplest and most cost-effective way to meet the carbon reduction obligations that are fast approaching.

And this is where the specification of renewable energy technology such as effective solar PV on roofscapes can play a central role in helping the sector meet the ambitious targets, set out by government.

The government changes call for a 31% reduction in carbon emissions and all new build homes will need to incorporate low carbon technology solutions – either solar PV, a heat pump or both – to achieve it.

The anticipated emission reduction impact of solar PV prompted trade association Solar Energy UK to predict that upcoming Part L changes will lead to a five-fold increase in the number of new homes built with solar PV.

In the short term, a solar PV system on the roofscape, combined with an efficient gas boiler, appears to be the quickest and easiest way for housebuilders to meet the impending 2022 Part L changes.

Seamless aesthetics

Whilst housebuilders may have concerns about the appearance of bulky, on-roof solar panels, the latest integrated PV roof systems offer a more visually appealing, cost effective, and easier to install option. Replacing a section of roof tiles, integrated solutions provide a sleek aesthetic and act as a seamless part of the overall roof and can also be installed at the same time as the rest of the roof tiles.

To aid the housebuilding sector to make the most of the potential offered by solar PV, and to better understand the benefits of the technology and how best to utilise it, Marley has developed a free, RIBA-accredited Sustainability and Solar PV CPD, which outlines the different solar options and examines the benefits of integrated versus traditional solar PV systems.

It also provides important advice on the key considerations when specifying a solar system, from aesthetics, planning and energy requirements, to design and installation. To sign up, just visit www.marley.co.uk/cpd/sustainability-and-solar-pv-cpd

For more information about Marley SolarTile®, visit www.marley.co.uk/solar

Marley’s AntiSlip decking is the perfect fit for Forest Holidays

Building Products Index Ltd March 30, 2022 Decking Leave a Comment

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Set amongst the 2,400 acre mixed broadleaf and evergreen Delamere forest, Forest Holidays 66 woodland holiday cabins include Marley AntiSlip Plus® timber decking and each cabin comes with its own outdoor decking area and hot tub accessed by walkways and bridges, to offer guests a tranquil rural escape.

In keeping with the woodland surroundings, Forest Holidays were looking to use natural timber products, choosing to specify a treated anti-slip timber decking that would reinforce the organic sense of place between the forest, timber cabins and walkways and keep guests safe.

Mark Sheppard, Head of Procurement at Forest Holidays said, “We took the decision to use anti-slip decking back in 2021 after running a series of small trials across our sites. With hot tubs included in our decks, as well as decking used in our raised walkways, bridges and central areas, we couldn’t afford not to. Now we start with the ultimate spec, so we can ensure the safety of our guests whilst reducing the risks associated with wet floors.”

Preparing for high occupancy

With cabins and walkways sited beneath the forest canopy, the site presents a unique set of environmental conditions, which can cause the build-up of mosses and algae from overhanging branches and dampness.

AntiSlip Plus® has been treated to Use Class 3, giving suitable protection for use above ground in areas exposed to frequent wetting and to prevent fungal decay.

Durability and maintenance

By making changes to site practice as well as moving to an anti-slip decking product, Forest Holidays have been able to extend the life of their deck boards.

Handmade in the UK, Marley check the quality at every stage of the process, and for extra reassurance, AntiSlip Plus® comes complete with DeckMark® and DeckMark® Plus certification, so you can be sure that it is made to last.

To learn more about our decking range, speak to our expert Laura Qualters: 07775 543709 | laura.qualters@marley.co.uk

To register for our Timber Decking CPD, just visit: www.marley.co.uk/cpd/timber-decking

Eurobrick selected by Marks and Spencer for food halls

Building Products Index Ltd March 30, 2022 Cladding, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

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Marks and Spencer is currently undertaking a building programme of new food halls alongside refitting some of its existing stores throughout the UK. Market leading brick slip systems specialist, Eurobrick is proud to be supplying I-Clad along with brick slips to Marks & Spencer’s contractors and installers as part of the interior shop fitout.

To date, a total of 21 stores, from London to Edinburgh, have been completed using around 1375 m² of I-Clad, Eurobrick’s brick slip system which is specially designed for interiors. I-Clad can be fixed to timber or light gauge steel studs and has a plasterboard panel with a horizontal ribbed profile which aligns and supports the brick slips making the formation of brick courses quick and easy. I-Clad has an installed system depth starting from just 28mm, which minimises the loss of valuable floor space, important in retail environments. Using real brick slips, the look and feel of traditional brickwork is achieved but at a fraction of the depth of full bricks. At approximately 50Kg per m², the installed system also poses fewer issues in terms of additional loads, which would be associated with traditional brickwork.

In the majority of stores, Eurobrick supplied its Red Blue Flamed brick slips, which are a light textured sanded red with a blue, grey multi-effect, creating a consistent design style across multiple M&S branches. Marks and Spencer, Hackney (pictured) is an example of the finished installation, showing how the brick slips create a warm backdrop for merchandise.

I-Clad has been installed by a number of contractors including Eurobrick’s approved installers; ML Brickwork (Southern), WSF Contracts and Façade Install. The programme of works is set to continue throughout 2022 with another 19 stores scheduled for completion.

Find out more about I-Clad and Eurobrick’s other systems and products at www.eurobrick.co.uk.

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