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Extensive range of high-quality balustrading solutions from MMA Architectural Systems

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MMA Architectural Systems provide a range of standard and bespoke balustrade solutions, with a complete portfolio of products from posts to infill backed by full technical and specification support (including CAD drawings).

The company’s balustrade range brings together the Jakob Rope Systems, Progress Architecture and Inox Design products, all of which are proven in projects across Europe. Solutions include complete systems, off-the-shelf systems and balustrade infill, each offering different aesthetics and capabilities, but each designed to deliver on both safety and aesthetics.

Manufactured from stainless steel, the systems are elegant, durable and low-maintenance – and can be installed by any proficient installer, fabricator or builder. If required, MMA also offers a full turnkey solution, from initial design right through to installation.

Off-the-shelf, high-quality post system

The Inox Design range of 304 and 316 stainless steel components for indoor and outdoor balustrading systems respectively includes posts, handrails, frameless glass channel parts and fittings.

With round, square and flat posts that are suitable for floor or side mounting, the range also includes posts for different types of balustrade infill, including glass, wire rope, wire mesh and rods.

The Inox Design product range can be combined to create a complete system or can be used in conjunction with MMA’s Jakob Webnet wire mesh and rope and rod assemblies to provide infill. Bespoke systems can also be designed if required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modular railing system

Jakob’s elegant modular railing system includes a selection of posts and Webnet wire mesh frames in different sizes and shapes, all of which has been designed to fit together incredibly quickly and easily to create a complete balustrading solution.

Manufactured from 316 ‘marine grade’ stainless steel, the system is the perfect choice for projects requiring robust, weather-resistant balustrading, and can be used for a wide range of residential and commercial applications, such as on terraces and around swimming pools and ponds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Complete balcony and terrace system

The Screen Deco balustrade system from Progress Architecture is a complete balcony and terrace system, providing an elegant and modern solution, with a minimalist, linear grid design.

By combining modern welding technology and the special shape of the profiles, the system delivers the highest level of safety for residential, commercial and public buildings. Screen Deco is exceptionally durable, with only minimal maintenance requirements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Infill options

In addition to supplying complete balustrade systems, MMA also supplies a variety of infills for balustrading. The perfect choice for when bespoke posts are being used, or for infill replacement, the infill products can all be fitted to bespoke posts to create reliable safety.

Infill options include Jakob Webnet wire mesh frames and Webnet panels; Jakob wire rope assemblies; and Progress Architecture’s grids, grilles and mesh which can be supplied in a variety of materials, including stainless steel, carbon steel, zinc coated steel, aluminium, copper, bronze or brass.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choice of handrails

We offer a range of handrail options, including stainless steel tube and stainless steel box designs in a range of sizes, as well as a number of timber alternatives. We also supply all the necessary connectors, supports and fixings, designed to work seamlessly with the handrail range.

Inox Design’s handrail supports, and connectors are available in 304 or 316 stainless steel for indoor or outdoor use respectively and are designed to work with the Inox Design range of balustrade posts.

Professional installation service

In addition to designing and supplying balustrade parts, infill and complete systems, MMA also offers a full installation service, which is available throughout the UK.

For more details, please visit the company’s website, or contact its friendly and helpful technical support team.

W:  mma-architectural.co.uk/mma-balustrade

E:  sales@mma-architectural.co.uk

T:  01761 419 427

 

GEC Anderson stainless steel counter and splashbacks in St Mary’s Church, Wivenhoe

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A GEC Anderson stainless steel counter and splashbacks were recently deployed in the new meeting room and ancillary facilities at St Mary’s Church, Wivenhoe.

The historic Parish Church of Wivenhoe is thought to be built on Roman foundations and is the oldest remaining building in this small riverside town in Essex. Against this historic background, the new space, designed by Inkpen Downie Architecture, provides a light and airy addition that includes a small kitchen and servery. Stainless steel was specified for the curved counter and for the splashbacks within the kitchen itself. The specified units were supplied and installed by GEC Anderson, under the supervision of local contractor, Bakers of Danbury.

IMG_8669IMG_8671“This was a nice project to have been fortunate enough to be involved with and, in my opinion, is a great example of how well ‘new’ can sit with ‘old’. Functionality goes hand in hand with the high quality, smart but informal appearance. The sense of space created by the extension to the main building is impressive and surely a great asset to the Church and its community.”  Martin Tye, Managing Director of GEC Anderson.

GEC Anderson specialise in made to measure stainless steel worktops, sinks, cabinets and shelving that have been successfully specified in a wide variety of projects and locations. A full measuring and installation service is also provided.

T. 01442 826999

www.gecanderson.co.uk

HEWI Solutions: Hand disinfection in the entrance area

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The first impression counts: Hygiene is becoming increasingly important in people’s consciousness. The effects of the Covid-19 pandemic are affecting many areas of daily life. Companies, hotels and institutions are faced with the challenge of enabling customers, guests, patients and visitors to disinfect their hands in the entrance area. Discover our mobile disinfection dispenser column for active infection protection – where you need it.

 

HYGIENE WITH STYLE: THE NEW DISINFECTANT DISPENSER FROM HEWI

The new disinfectant dispenser column from HEWI meets the increased hygiene requirements in public and highly frequented areas. The mobile solution for hand disinfection increases hygiene in entrance areas of healthcare buildings, public buildings and the catering and hotel industry.

With the disinfectant dispenser column, HEWI offers design options and enables aesthetic implementation of hygiene measures in entrance areas and lobbies. The design line is available in stainless steel and powder-coated surfaces with a deep matt finish in white, grey tones or black.

DISINFECTION STAND STANDING

There are two functional dispenser variants to choose from: In the sensoric version, the sensor dispenser can be used without contact and is equipped with a drip tray. Thanks to a reinforced base, the column offers optimum stability for hand disinfection in the entrance area even with the manually operated dispenser version.

SYSTEM COMPETENCE – HYGIENE CONCEPT WITH COORDINATED DESIGN

The standing version of the disinfectant dispenser can be combined with other sanitary solutions. Soap and disinfectant dispensers, paper towel dispensers and waste bins are available in the respective design language.

 

More informations: https://www.hewi.com/en/sanitary/dispenser-systems

System 900 New surface finish provides room character

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Decades of experience, constant ongoing development, an understanding of design and materials and a focus on the essentials make HEWI an expert for barrier-free sanitary rooms. Driven by the idea of making something what was previously good even better, HEWI is constantly working on new concepts that help to make life easier for people.

F21313_MSystem 900 is the answer to the complex requirements of barrier-free, accessible bathrooms. The products are well thought-through, even down to the smallest detail – they have convincing functionality, lasting quality, clever installation technology and a hygienic design. System 900 combines puristic design with a high degree of functionality and a unique product depth. System 900 enables comfort and convenience to be be designed. HEWI believes good design should also involve providing options. Due to the large variety of materials, System 900 enables design options – whether regarding the standard patient bathroom of a hospital, in the comfort ward of a private clinic or in the exclusive senior citizens’ residence. Even in hotels, System 900 also fulfils excellent comfort and aesthetics standards.

 

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System 900 in a matt look enables HEWI to provide a new, exciting source of inspiration. System 900 is available with a stainless steel or chrome surface finish and with a deep mat surface finish in white, grey or black.

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BOXBOLT® BLIND FIXINGS GIVEN CE MARK

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Highlighting its commitment to manufacturing high quality products, Kee Safety has received CE markings for its range of BoxBolt® blind fixing solutions. Engineers and specifiers can have confidence that BoxBolt® products will deliver mechanical resistance, dimensional stability and durability.

 
Kee Safety commissioned a Notified Body to carry out an independent assessment of its Factory Production Control System and product performance. A third party confirmed that BoxBolt® products fulfil the requirements described in the European Assessment Document (EAD) 330001-00-0602.

BoxBolt CE MarkedThe BoxBolt® range — which includes M6, M8, M10, M12, M16 and M20 — is a fully tested and approved blind fixing solution for secondary steel connections. Suitable for connecting into rectangular, square and even circular hollow sections, or where access is restricted to one side only, BoxBolt® fixings feature a hexagon head design on the body to allow easy installation with a standard spanner.

The fixings deliver solutions for joining steel together without the need for on-site drilling or welding, providing much more flexibility than traditional methods. The system provides a guaranteed connection every time, without the need for on-site verification, as long as the installation guidelines are correctly followed.

BoxBolt® is available in three finishes, including zinc plated, hot dip galvanised and stainless steel. These finishes, combined with three available lengths, make it extremely flexible to suit its environment and application.

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

LED floodlights built for the British weather…

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LED_Coastal_Lighthouse lrOur temperate maritime climate may be, relatively speaking, mild but it’s also quite wet – hence our lush green countryside. With much of our weather arriving from the Atlantic as well, it all adds up to a recipe for corrosion. Rusty fittings, casings, screws and brackets on outdoor lights are an all too familiar sight. Until now you could only choose to put up with it or make regular replacements – not exactly  a modern, sustainable approach.

Stainless steel brackets will avoid corrosion in exposed areasNow, with Timeguard’s new Coastal range you can fit kit that will look good for longer.  Rust is avoided because all the parts which have to be made of metal have been replaced with high-grade stainless steel, from the brackets to the screws and even pcb components.

10W, 20W and 30W floodlights with integral PIR detectors are available, all with slave terminals to connect external loads. There’s also a new parallel switching facility, so you can connect up to four floodlights in parallel such that any detector will switch them all on.

Timeguard floodlightsAnother great new feature is the curved Timeguard panning bracket. No longer do you have to align floodlights flat to the wall, this clever curved bracket enables you to pan as well as tilt.

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Howe Green Medium Duty Floor Access Covers – Tried, tested and trusted

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7500Aluminium (2)The first product designed and manufactured by Howe Green when it opened for business in 1983 was an aluminium medium duty access cover, then known as the 750 Series.

Over the past 34 years that original floor access cover has been developed and refined into the product on offer today – the 7500 Series.  Used in high profile projects around the world the 7500 Series has proven it is a robust, safe and effective floor access solution. It remains the most popular product in the wide portfolio of floor, wall and ceiling access covers, hatches and panels supplied by Howe Green.

What can the 7500 Series Medium Access Cover offer you?

Performance:

A 5 tonne pneumatic tyre loading

Suitable for internal or external installations

Tamper proof for increased security

Double sealed to prevent dirt and grease ingress

Fire rating options

Available in stainless steel or aluminium

Range of standard sizes available from stock

Bespoke sizes precision manufactured to order

Durable

Aesthetics

Accepts wide range of floor finishes up to standard depth of 75mm

Available in single, duct or multipart covers

Fits flush with flooring

In good company

The 7500 Series is tried, tested and trusted – as evidenced by the high profile projects where it has been installed. These include the main concourse at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Kings Cross Tube Station, Bluewater Shopping Centre, Copenhagen Metro, Hong Kong MTRC, Presidential Palace Abu Dhabi, Dulles International Airport, Old Trafford and the Emirates Air Line Thames London cable car.

A closer look…

Kings Cross Station

Kings Cross StationBoth single and multipart stainless steel version of the 7500 Series floor access cover were used at Kings Cross Station in the development of the Northern Ticket Hall.  An access solution was required that could cope with very high levels of footfall and offer fire resistance to prevent the passage of fire through service channels.  With a three hour fire rating to BS476 Part 20 1987 the 7500 Series was perfect for the job.

Old Trafford

When Manchester United celebrated the centenary of their famous ground they wanted to mark the occasion by burying a time capsule with memorabilia for future generations to uncover.  Howe Green was called upon to help provide a suitable access solution.  A special purpose 7500 Series was designed and manufactured. The access cover was finished with a rubberised resin flooring which was emblazoned with the Manchester United logo and takes pride of place close to the centre tunnel.

Achieving product longevity

When you consider that the average marriage in the UK is only expected to last 32 years it begs the question as to how a humble access cover can stay the course over three decades?

The answer lies in flexibility, investment and innovation!

Howe Green has adopted a “can do” attitude towards customer requirements from the very early days of the company.  New product development has been driven by customer demand – satisfying a fundamental user need.  The flexibility to rework or tweak existing products, or to even start from scratch with an access challenge that needs to be resolved, underpins the long term success of the product range.

Investment in manufacturing equipment and software to support the requirements of customer has been a further cornerstone in product development.  Performance, profitability, productivity and sustainability are all real life issues that face architects, specifiers and building contractors every single day.  Having the right design and production environment in place helps Howe Green to deliver sustainable, cost effective, high quality access solutions quickly.

When it comes to innovation it is not simply about installing the latest C.N.C manufacturing equipment or the newest C.A.D software package.  Innovation at Howe Green runs much deeper – from the approach to problem solving to the constant evaluation and refinement of systems and processes. All of which positively contributes to developing sustainable products that can endure the test of time.

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

Mobile Accessibility Solutions

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Hew mobile shower seatSafety Through Reliable Hold

Hinged support rails and shower seats that are not permanently installed offer maximum flexibility. They can be installed quickly and easily where they are needed at any particular time.

 

 

Mobile Hinged Support Rails – Flexible Support

mobile_hinged_support_railThe portable hinged support rail is simply latched into the permanently installed mounting plate. If it is not needed, the plate can be concealed with a cover cap matching the surface of the hinged support rail. The mobile hinged support rails are available in the following materials: stainless steel, polyamide, chrome and WARM TOUCH.

 

Mobile Shower Seats – Safety, Comfort and Convenience

cover_plateThe mobile shower seat is latched into a permanently installed mounting plate. The seat is latched in from the front so that the wall is not damaged. The mobile shower seat can also be removed just as easily if it is no longer required. The mounting plate is concealed with a cover cap. The seat is installed and dismantled without tools. The cover cap is available in the following materials: stainless steel or polyamide in the colour white.

The seats can be folded up to save space. The seat surfaces are made of glass-fibre reinforced polyamide and are optionally available in white or anthracite grey. The comfortable seating has a weight capacity of up to 150 kg and is available in different sizes.

Making light work of brick soffits

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Nexus Soffit Details_New Homes_Silchester, Kensington and ChelseaCreating flawless brick-faced soffits and lintels has now become much simpler and quicker, thanks to a new lightweight stainless steel based system developed by two industry-leading companies – brick support specialist Ancon Building Products and Ibstock Kevington –national manufacturer of brickwork and masonry special shapes and prefabricated components.

The new Nexus® system combines a specially developed Ibstock Kevington lightweight brick-faced steel unit with Ancon’s tried and tested MDC stainless steel bracket angle support system. The system offers contractors easier handling coupled with maximum adjustability, both vertically and horizontally, for quick and simple alignment on site.

Nexus Brick Faced Support SystemThe new system offers considerable benefits over traditional cast concrete alternatives – cutting weight by more than half, which in most cases will allow the brick-faced units to be installed without specialist lifting equipment, and significant savings in installation time – making it particularly appropriate for fast-track or time-limited projects.

Individual Nexus® units are designed and prefabricated off-site to suit different soffit dimensions, even modern deep soffits, so there is no cutting required on-site. They are simply offered up to the pre-fixed and pre-drilled Ancon MDC support system and then bolted into position using T-head bolts. The quality design allows units to be simply adjusted for perfect alignment and, once in position, all that is left is for the brick facing to be pointed for a seamless match with the main brickwork.

Nexus Brick Faced Support System_Fixed to ConcreteNexus units can be fabricated using virtually any brick or masonry with the chosen product being specially selected and precision cut, generally from the same batch as the main façade to ensure a perfect visual match. Various brick patterns can also be specified to match individual project designs and styles.

All system components are of the highest quality, and engineered for economy and durability, with slips permanently bonded to the high grade stainless steel Nexus system using a BBA accredited bonding system. Nexus has been independently tested for long term durability by Lucideon, the independent global experts in materials testing, analysis and consultancy.

Ibstock Kevington Sales Director, Warren Dean said, “Nexus ® is an exciting new development that brings together the combined experience and expertise of two major companies – each market leaders in their own area. The advanced design will not only make it easier and quicker to specify and install modern brick-faced soffit and lintel features in a range of different building applications, but the two-part design means it will be far easier to achieve perfect alignment with the main brickwork façade.”

Further details and technical specifications for the Nexus® system are available in a new 4-page brochure, available to download from www.ancon.co.uk/Nexus.

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