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BLÜCHER Delivers Bespoke Stainless Steel Interceptor Traps in Just 3 Weeks

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At BLÜCHER, we’re proud to offer a smarter, faster alternative to other drainage solutions. Just three weeks after final drawings are signed off and an order is placed, we’re delivering custom-built stainless steel interceptor traps—made to order, ready to install, and built to last.

We can fabricate to any size and provide seamless connection to virtually any existing system, including cast iron, clay, HDPE, and more. This makes our interceptor traps an ideal choice for a wide range of installations, whether new build or retrofit.

Trusted by the Corporation of London

Our bespoke products are trusted and specified by the Corporation of London, a testament to the quality and performance of our solutions. Designed and manufactured with precision, our traps are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and highly adaptable—ideal for even the most challenging site conditions.

The Smarter Alternative

Where alternative materials can come with up to 25-week lead times, require multiple operatives, and often need forklifts or lifting equipment to install, our stainless steel interceptors offer a streamlined alternative. BLÜCHER’s units can be installed by just one or two people—no plant hire, no heavy machinery, no delays.

In addition to ease of handling, our traps are also significantly more cost-effective—less than half the price of other options. And thanks to their lightweight construction, they can be easily carried by hand to hard-to-reach areas like basements and lower ground levels.

British-Made, Precision-Engineered

Manufactured right here in the UK, our stainless steel solutions are crafted to the highest standards, with full flexibility to meet project-specific requirements. From first drawings to final delivery, we’re committed to speed, quality, and service.

If you’re looking to save time, reduce costs, and avoid the headaches from installations, BLÜCHER’s stainless steel interceptor traps are the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Contact us today to discuss your project or request a bespoke quote.

BLÜCHER are pleased to announce a new modular drainage channel to the market.

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BLÜCHER® LINEA is a high-quality stainless steel drainage solution that combines sleek design with robust functionality. It is designed to fit seamlessly into various architectural settings, offering both a contemporary look and durable performance. The stainless steel construction provides longevity and resistance to corrosion, making it the ideal outdoor use solution.

Engineered for precision, the system features modular components for quick, easy assembly and integration with existing drainage setups. Its lightweight structure facilitates simple installation, reducing time and labour costs.

BLÜCHER® LINEA will be ideally suited for application areas such as stadiums, airports, shopping enters and train stations.


ALL THE ADVANTAGES – IDEAL FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS:

  • High-quality stainless steel
  • Modular components that can be quickly assembled
  • Straightforward installation process
  • Corrosion resistant
  • Robust functionality
  • Combining modern aesthetics & durable efficiency
  • Lightweight material enables simple installation reducing time & labor costs
  • Long-lasting performance

Daniel Marshall, Country Manager for BLÜCHER UK says ‘’At BLÜCHER, we know our customers value style and functionality. That is why the BLÜCHER® LINEA drainage solution stands out, blending modern design with durable efficiency. It’s ideal for external applications and its modular design simplifies installation, saving time and costs’’.

For more information on how BLÜCHER can support your project or business with stainless steel drainage solutions, visit our website or call today on 01937 838000.

Skyline Anti-Climb from Alumasc: Security without compromise

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For buildings where increased security measures are a priority, the Skyline Anti-Climb Barrier system from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS), provides a complete security solution with no compromise on style.

Skyline Anti-Climb is an attractive architectural aluminium design solution, for the prevention of unauthorised access to the roofscape. The system can be installed on any type of roof on any type of building, but is particularly suited to those where high security is paramount; such as schools, hospitals, prisons, secure units and social care facilities.

As part of its ongoing commitment to achieving the highest construction standards, AWMS has released a new Anti-Climb installation guide, featuring step-by-step instructions and clear, detailed diagrams. The guide serves as an additional technical aid to installers, to ensure the most efficient, robust installation methods and ultimately, the maximum performance of the Anti-Climb system.

The Skyline Anti-Climb installation guide is part of a full suite of new online guides covering the entire Skyline product range.

Appealing design, effective defence

Skyline Anti-Climb gives designers great flexibility to create appealing and effective defence against unwanted intrusion at the roofline in new build, refurbishment and retro-fit projects. The system can also be used in conjunction with all Alumasc gutter systems and Alumasc Guardian Anti-Climb downpipes, resulting in highly effective, design-driven security provision.

Comprising components which are lightweight, durable, corrosion-resistant and easy to install, Skyline Anti-Climb offers a life expectancy of 40 years in rural and suburban areas and up to 25 years in industrial or marine locations; during which time, only minimal maintenance will be required.

In addition to roofline application, Skyline Anti-Climb can also be installed effectively to cap security fencing, on parapet walls, or on any part of a structure which is vulnerable to unauthorised access via climbing.

Anti-Climb Barriers are made from rolled 2mm heavy grade aluminium sheet to BS 1470: 1972 and are 100% recyclable.

Made in Britain

Skyline Anti-Climb is manufactured entirely in the UK and finished in BBA approved polyester powder coatings in our in-house powder coating facility. Furthermore, the system is supplied complete with all components, for efficient installation on site. Additional installation and on-site assistance is also available from our unrivalled UK technical support team.

AWMS: Leading the way in sustainable drainage

The AWMS ‘Concept to Completion’ process is underpinned by a solid company infrastructure which offers the following:

  • three UK manufacturing plants
  • national brand-specific sales team and regional support network
  • in-house technical team
  • design team to fulfil bespoke design requirements
  • rainwater and drainage calculations and on-site surveys
  • take off and estimations
  • in-house, BBA approved powder coating facilities
  • unrivalled dedicated UK technical and after-sales support

Under the AWMS umbrella, sit five brands well known for innovation, quality and longevity: Alumasc Rainwater Gutters & Downpipes; Skyline Architectural Aluminium;  Harmer Building Drainage; Wade Building Drainage and Gatic Civil Drainage & Access Covers.

Our extensive product portfolio ensures the provision of Rain to Drain solutions that continue to set the standard for urban water management.

Alumasc Water Management Solutions is part of the Alumasc Group.

View and download the Anti-Climb installation guide here. 

For more information call 01536 383810, or visit www.alumascwms.co.uk

 

Hadrian Cubicles Add To Shake Shack Style

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relcross-2Fast food chain Shake Shack sprouted from a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in Manhattan in 2001. All UK locations feature Hadrian Elite Stainless Steel toilet cubicles in the washrooms including one of the latest to open in the St David’s Centre in Cardiff. Hadrian cubicles are manufactured in Canada and distributed in the UK by Relcross Ltd, the Devizes based door and washroom hardware specialists.

This modern day “roadside” burger stand serves up a menu of burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, shakes, beer, wine and more and now boasts 100 outlets worldwide, about half relcross-1of them in the USA. Shake Shack were familiar with Hadrian toilet cubicles in the USA and were delighted to find they were readily available in the UK too but with specifications adjusted to match UK requirements with longer cubicle doors and sightline gaps around the door edges eliminated.

The Elite cubicles are finished in brushed stainless steel and they don’t just look good but are highly durable with easy clean low maintenance. Like Shake Shack, Hadrian are very committed to sustainability. Hadrian’s products feature a high recycled content with the stainless steel cubicles made from a total of 91% recycled content split 76% post consumer material and 15% pre-consumer material. They are also available powder coated to match any RAL colour or in a natural “galvannealed” steel finish.

The ladies’ and men’s washrooms at Shake Shack in Cardiff each feature two floor mounted, headrail braced, stainless steel toilet cubicles with the addition of two matching urinal screens in the men’s washroom. Hadrian’s stainless steel is corrosion resistant to chemical cleaners, spray washing, and sanitizing agents and provides the most fire-resistant toilet partition material available.

A Shake Shack spokesman said “When it comes to Shake Shack’s supply chain, we lead with excellence, integrity and strong values every day. We’re committed to our mission relcross-3to “Stand For Something Good” to ensure that Shake Shack and our business partners are held to the highest standards of conduct through lawful, ethical and fair business practices.”

Relcross Marketing Director Stuart McMaster said “with Hadrian Cubicles we can offer the best from both sides of the Atlantic with world leading manufacturing and design quality made to British specifications and styles.”

The Cardiff restaurant joins 3 other UK Shake Shacks in Covent Garden, Westfield Stratford and New Oxford Street, all in London, with more expected soon.

For further information on Hadrian Lockers and Toilet Cubicles call Relcross on 01380 729600, visit www.hadrian-cubicles.co.uk or email sales@relcross.co.uk

KEE SAFETY PROVIDES SAFE ACCESS WITH SELF CLOSING SAFETY GATES

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Kee Safety, a global supplier of fall protection equipment and safety railing systems, has launched Kee Gate, a range of self-closing safety gates, which provides industrial workers with a safety solution when working at height and on ground level.

Kee Gate Self closing safety gateDesigned 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 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.

Kee Safety self-closing safety gates are available in galvanised steel and if required can be powder coated in safety yellow. The safety gate 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 supporting structures, posts or stringers. An additional fixing pack is provided which allows the gate to be fixed to square, flat or angle uprights. Easy to install on all types of handrails or to retro-fit existing structures, such as galvanised handrails and roof edge protection systems, Kee Gate is 1 metre wide. Designed to be trimmed on-site, this solution saves companies the time and money it takes to fabricate their own gates.

Kee Gate is compliant with the requirements of EN 13374 Class A, EN ISO 14122 Part 3 & Part 4 and is CE marked to EN 1090. The range is also compliant with international standards, meeting OSHA, O.B.C and I.B.C requirements. 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, please visit www.keesafety.co.uk