What's New in Building articles from April 2004

What's New in Building archives from April 2004

The perfect finish, inside or out.
April 21, 2004... Stringent quality and performance criteria apply to today's pvc-ue products, which makes them a sound choice for specifiers Building products from BCE are an ideal substitute for timber in a wide range of new-build and refurbishment...

Diamond doughnut.
April 21, 2004... Some 32,000 square metres of natural curved, pre-curved and curved tapered Corus Kalzip sheets have been specified for the Diamond Light Source - the new synchrotron facility being built near Chilton in Oxfordshire. The largest science...

No cost for window audit.
April 21, 2004... An audit scheme linked to a 10-year warranty has been launched by window hardware manufacturer Securistyle. The Partnership Pledge audited warranty scheme has been designed to ensure that the window hardware specified is the hardware that...

Window of generosity.
April 21, 2004... Forward thinking Velfac has donated #7,500 to the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of West England. The donation, which will be used to buy equipment for the school and to fund an annual travel bursary, celebrates a...

Keep it green.
April 21, 2004... Isowool glass wool is made from silica sand, an abundant naturally occurring material, says British Gypsum-Isover. Over 70% of the raw materials used are recycled and the manufacturing process does not use or contain CFCs, HCFCs or other...

Celebrity drain challenge.
April 21, 2004... Berkshire based Dyno-Rod engineer Daryl Richards got a real surprise when he was called out to do an emergency drain clearance at the home of psychic Uri Geller. Uri was so pleased with Daryl's work that he bent a spoon for him and gave...

Doors division goes it alone.
April 21, 2004... Management of the IG Doors Division has acquired the business from IG, along with IG Doors (Scotland) from the Expamet Group. The new firms, IG Doors and IG Doors (Scotland), are led by md Mark Pulman. The management team and its investors...

Catalogue lights the way.
April 21, 2004... Cooper Lighting and Security has launched an A4 catalogue that brings together all the lighting products manufactured by the company under its Crompton Lighting, Menvier and JSB brands. Entitled Lighting Solutions, the 480-page full-colour...

Hook makes light work of it.
April 21, 2004... Patented Peri 1.5t C-Hook is shown below being used to facilitate lifting of the Peri Multiprop slab tables into position during construction of the Imperial Wharf residential and commercial riverside development at Fulham, London. ...

Fix for natural stone floors.
April 21, 2004... Manufactured by the Tamworth based Instarmac Group, Ultra Stone Fix is a premium adhesive for fixing natural stone floor tiles, such as limestone, sandstone, slate and granite. The specially formulated cementitious-based adhesive also has...

Mini ME system.
April 21, 2004... Daikin has introduced a `mini' heat pump version of it R-410A VRV II air conditioning system. The mini VRV-S incorporates many features of the larger VRV II. For example, an inverter controlled scroll compressor with a DC reluctance motor,...

Part E selector added to site.
April 21, 2004... A Part E selector tool has been added to the Knauf Drywall website. The selector, which is part of the Company's comprehensive on-line Manual, assists in solving the challenges of the new acoustic regulations by quickly providing relevant Part...

Cement and lime go on line.
April 21, 2004... Comprehensive, up-to-the-minute guidance on Buxton lime Industries (BLI)'s brands and services is provided by the new website www.buxtonlime.co.uk. The website gives a direct link to BLI's technical support service and to its product sales...

Guide to fire safety.
April 21, 2004... Fire protection materials specialist Promat has launched a guide for building owners, designers, specifiers and contractors. The Passive Fire Protection Handbook has already won official backing. It has been assessed for use in RIBA's...

Technical guide.
April 21, 2004... Just out by Brett Landscaping is a technical guide to building and landscaping solutions. Since the acquisition of part of Lafarge Concrete Products the range has grown considerably. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Flexible yet stable.
April 21, 2004... Flexibility and stability are key features of Hormann's soft edge roll fast door, which ensures safe and efficient operation. SoftEdge with integral anti-crash systems makes the new Hormann SE high- speed doors safer and particularly cost...

More scope for heat exchange.
April 21, 2004... Alfa Laval has widened the scope of its copper brazed heat exchangers by increasing the number of sizes available. The combination of thin plate materials and turbulent flow ensures high levels of thermal efficiency. Consequently, these...

Resins to be cheerful.
April 21, 2004... Most recent addition to the range of resin based flooring products from Altro is Terrazzolite. This terrazzo product is said to offer enhanced performance over cement based alternatives. Like traditional terrazzo flooring it uses marble...

Window is strong stuff.
April 21, 2004... Strength of wood combines with the low maintenance of pvcu in Fibrex, the material Andersen's latest windows are made of. The Woodwright sliding sash window uses Fibrex composite, a blend of reclaimed pine fibre with a thermoplastic...

Accessory ensures no slips.
April 21, 2004... Rooftop safety specialist Kee Klamp has launched an anti-trip safety initiative with its KGA 200 Coverstrip - a new accessory to the company's KeeGuard roof edge protection system. The KGA 200 Coverstrip sleeve fits over a standard KeeGuard...

Traditional floor treatment.
April 21, 2004... Traditional hardwax oil by Treatex is a blend of natural oils and waxes designed to bring out the best in wooden floors. Two coats can be applied in under six hours, with no need for sanding in between. Traditional is available in 1 litre,...

Opening up to a wider market.
April 21, 2004... In response to customer demand, Carron Phoenix has launched the Arlisto Pro-Centre range of stainless steel workstations. Arlisto has been designed to offer a choice of workstations at a price which opens up the market to a wider audience....

Foam will fix a frame faster.
April 21, 2004... Two-part Window & Door Frame Fixing foam from fischer secures any standard window or door frame securely and quickly. The product achieves a strong bond with all common building materials, while also being both easier and safer to use. ...

Rubber attraction.
April 21, 2004... Rubber specialist Dalsouple has been granted a patent for their new magnetic rubber tiles for use in access floor installations. The tiles are loose laid onto metal access panels and held in place by magnetic attraction. To access the sub...

Look and feel of timber door.
April 21, 2004... Emulating the natural look and feel of timber, the Therma-Tru Fiber- Classic range of fibreglass door systems from STP Group also offers better security. Solid, glazed, fire and double door options are available. Durability is enhanced...

Assess your wind risk level.
April 21, 2004... The Anemo cup anemometer from Airflow is a simple, inexpensive, hand held, wind speed and strength meter for assessing personal risk from wind for operatives working on scaffold, platforms and roofs. The Airflow Anemo reads directly in...

Property protection.
April 21, 2004... Products from the Sikkens range of wood coatings have been applied to three properties in Erasmus Street in London. Cyclical maintenance period for the exterior of Grade II listed Reynolds, Gainsborough and Hogarth Houses is between seven...

HVAC is work of art.
April 21, 2004... Eight models have been added to the LG range of Art Cool air conditioning products. They include wall units in mirror and metal finish; mirror units with inverter heating & cooling in 2.6 and 3.5kW; blue, metal and wood finishes in wide...

Brassware to match shower.
April 21, 2004... Matching brassware has been introduced by Mira for its Verve model, dedicated to the new housing market. The head design of the brassware follows the subtle shaping of the temperature control of the Verve shower picking up its distinctive...

Random lay is seamless.
April 21, 2004... Random lay modular carpet Omni is the first design in Milliken's omni- directional concept is to be known as Myriad. The random lay nature of the design offers a textural look made up of a series of juxtaposed tonal blocks that give an...

Showroom design ensures cars are stars.
April 21, 2004... Located in the Old Brompton Road, the new showroom for Lamborghini London is one of the first in the world to meet the demanding new Lamborghini global dealership corporate branding standards. At first it seems uncomplicated - just a simple...

It could well have been an inside job.
April 21, 2004... Well known for its external renders and wall insulation systems, Sto also manufactures an interior range, which was recently exhibited at The Surfaces Show London. Among the products available are emission-free, scrubbable, hygienic...

Cladding panels create textured ceiling.
April 21, 2004... Cladding panels from Gooding Aluminium's Impressional range have been used to create an innovative textured ceiling with satin sheen anodised finish for a centre piece display at Oxford Kitchens & Bathrooms. The design was chosen from the...

Noise is kept to a minimum.
April 21, 2004... Sound levels at the new St Paul's Community Sports Academy in Bristol should be kept to a minimum, thanks to the installation of Super G wall panels and the Gedina E ceiling tile system from Ecophon. Super G tiles have a glasswool core...

Glass used to create spectacular balustrades.
April 21, 2004... Glass is becoming increasingly popular for residential applications, according to Float Glass Industries. The company was recently appointed as the main supplier of glass for key design elements for Connect House, a major refurbishment...

Unrivalled array of colours and finishes.
April 21, 2004... Said to add gloss and finesses to a building's interior, Alubond aluminium composite panels from ACM are available in an unrivalled array of colours and finishes. Also ideal for external cladding, the weather resistant panels have a...

Invisible spot repair for walls.
April 21, 2004... Launched by Altro, Zolatone is a colour matched spot repair kit for its Altro Zolatone spray-applied wall coating range. Although Altro Zolatone is highly durable, minor damage is always a possibility, especially in high traffic areas. ...

Acoustic plasterboard is now on display.
April 21, 2004... Acoustic plasterboard from Knauf Drywall is on show at The Lowry Centre, an arts centre set in a magnificent waterside location at the heart of the redeveloped Salford Quays, Manchester. Comprising a sequence of geometric shapes with a...

Waves and ice cubes for corporate effect.
April 21, 2004... A stimulating work environment has been created for Britvic's leading R&D teams at the company's premises in Marlow by Planet Partitioning. The company's Solar glazed partitioning was used for the office facades, emblazoned with...

Flecked grain for fresh looks.
April 21, 2004... Available as both a melamine faced particleboard and a decorative MDF, Caberdecor Shillingford Oak from Nexfor has a gently flecked grain structure, and is recommended by the company for where fresh looks are required. Copyright: CMP...

Winning performance at school gym.
April 21, 2004... The original sprung wooden floor in the gymnasium at Larkmead Comprehensive School in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, which dated back to the 1950s, has been replaced by Marley Sport Wood, a new high performance, multi-sport floorcovering from Marley...

Colourful additions.
April 21, 2004... Sixteen new shades have expanded the relaunched Polyflor Prestige PUR heavy duty vinyl range, offering more design options. The flooring features an innovative decorative appearance created by combining duotone base chips with two tonal...

Three latest hardwoods.
April 21, 2004... The extensive range of solid hardwood flooring from Ted Todd, a division of Edwards Cheshire, has been extended by the introduction of three new species: English Wych Elm, a highly decorative board; the more subdued Arctic White Canadian Maple,...

What lies beneath.
April 21, 2004... The thousands of commuters passing through Broadgate in the City and the adjacent Liverpool Street railway station every day may not notice the numerous Howe Green floor access covers installed in the buildings, station and concourses. ...

Stylish simplicity.
April 21, 2004... Designed in conjunction with architect Hadi Teherani and the recipient of several awards throughout Europe, Armstrong DLW Transparency is a new collection of luxury vinyl sheet floorcoverings from Armstrong Floor Products. The strength of...

Total floor solution.
April 21, 2004... Introduction of the industrial flooring range enables Ardex to offer a total flooring solution. The range of industrial flooring is designed to work together as an integrated system. Existing Ardex products, including fast track...

Jungle Jim gets a makeover.
April 21, 2004... Blackpool childrens attraction Jungle Jim's adventure park has been given a facelift with 400sq m of Gaskell FB Xtra fibre bonded carpet. Located at Blackpool Tower, Jungle Jim's is the largest indoor adventure park in Britain. With a...

Drug firm in the stone age.
April 21, 2004... Broughton Moor stone by Burlington has helped create a dramatic walkway in the central atrium of AstraZeneca's new Parklands office building. Parklands features a central atrium that offers a multi-function open space. Burlington's...

Heating that's a treat for feet.
April 21, 2004... Kima supplies Penguin Europe heating cables for domestic and industrial use. Domestic cables come in conventional and mat mounted forms, both having twin conductors, a choice of strengths and a wide range of lengths. Conventional heating...

Step out in safety.
April 21, 2004... Hardwearing ceramic granite tactile floor tiles have been supplied by Shackerley to improve safety standards and access for the visually impaired at a Manchester landmark buildings. The Co-operative Insurance Society is undertaking a...

Mother nature is latest style.
April 21, 2004... With natural materials never more in vogue, International Timber offers solid timber floors that blend durability, character and visual appeal for commercial, leisure and residential use. The choice of species - American White Oak, European...

Under bath storage unit.
April 21, 2004... A finalist in the Homes & Gardens Classic Design Awards 2004, the Under Bath Storage Unit from Jacuzzi has been designed to utilise the previously unused space under and alongside the bath. The unit has been designed to suit a number of...

Shower enclosures for a hard day at the Mill.
April 21, 2004... Shower enclosures from Coram have been specified by Harding Homes for the exclusive Mill Apartments in Colchester, a re-development project to convert the Grade II listed Mill Hotel into 40 luxurious riverside apartments. The apartments...

Getting to grips with the bathrooms market.
April 21, 2004... The newly-designed Ergogrip range of grab handles from Linido, the division of Otto Bock dedicated to providing bathroom safety equipment for elderly and less able people, is now available. The smoothly contoured handles have an overall...

Dry fix roof systems withstand extremes.
April 21, 2004... Claimed to be the most effective protection for roofs, dry pitched roofing products available from Marley Roofing are featured in the company's new brochure. Using the latest computer design technology to demonstrate product details...

Delivering the goods for distribution centre.
April 21, 2004... A total of 77,000 sq m of Twin-Therm roofing and cladding from CA has been used on the new state of the art Somerfield regional distribution centre at St Helens, having been specified for its non-combustible qualities, exceptional thermal...

Now nights over Egypt are much safer.
April 21, 2004... The recent installation of a roof safety system from Safesite, which comprises internal eyebolts, horizontal lifelines and roof anchors has ensured safe access to the rood of the British Embassy in Cairo. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Trussed rafters for apartments.
April 21, 2004... The roof of a three block, four storey apartment building at Bellway Homes' new Wigmore Fields development in West Bromwich was designed and manufactured by Trussed Rafter Association member H&S Timber Systems. The block comprises 40 units...

Major step forward at warehouse.
April 21, 2004... Some 42,300 E Clips fromKalzip, part of Corus Building Systems, have been specified for Clarks Shoes' new 30,000 sq m distribution warehouse in Street, Somerset, selected because they offered the lowest friction resistance for thermal expansion...

Making waves on the roof.
April 21, 2004... A striking, standing seam waveform roof supplied by Ash & Lacy Building Systems tops a new special needs resource base at St Thomas More RC High School in Denton, Manchester. Convex curved to a radius of 20.5m and then concave curved to a...

Speed, consistency and simplicity.
April 21, 2004... Engineered flooring solutions make sense for general construction Precast concrete flooring systems are the focus of a new brochure from Hanson Building Products, offering comprehensive solutions for this competitive environment. ...

Finance package assists schools.
April 21, 2004... A new finance package launched by Yorkon, a subsidiary of Portakabin, for the funding of school facilities built using off-site construction, is said to be a much faster and simpler alternative to PFI, and has already been used for a #5m...

New facility for primary school.
April 21, 2004... A new single storey classroom has been manufactured by Rollalong's Portable Buildings Division for Caversham Primary School in Reading. The building also comprises a store, lobby, toilet facilities and cleaning area. The classroom is...

Keeping the germs at bay.
April 21, 2004... Launched by Instarmac, the Ultra range of pre-blended adhesives and grouts has been formulated to prevent build up of fungi and mould on bathroom and kitchen surfaces, as well as on the exposed grout between the tiles. Ideal for use in...

Drop rod to beam in one go.
April 21, 2004... Developed by Lindapter to reduce installation times, the Swiftgrip is said to enable connection of drop rod to beam in one simple operation. Manufactured from high strength grade Alloy Steel or Stainless Steel, Swiftgrip is ideal for the...

Essential pocket guide has been updated.
April 21, 2004... Claimed to be the most widely read guide to window fastener selection and fastener performance, the complete pocket guide from SFS intec has now been updated and revised and is available free of charge. The handy guide, first issued in...

Formulated for larger commercial projects.
April 21, 2004... The Deco System from Lafarge Plasterboard has been extended by the introduction of a new version of Deco joint compound. Deco Machine is formulated especially for use on larger commercial projections and in conjunction with automatic...

Bigger and better than before.
April 21, 2004... Improvements have been made to the Detan Tension Rod System, available in the UK through Halfen. The load bearing capacity and efficiency of the carbon steel range have been improved by the addition of larger diameter rods and the use of...

Safer and less strenuous.
April 21, 2004... The new Spit Pulsa 700P cordless nailer from ITW Construction Products is said to make a wide variety of fixing tasks not only quicker and more efficient but safer and less strenuous. Weighing just 3.6kg and offering a powerful 100 joules...

Leave no trace of evidence.
April 21, 2004... A guide to the reinstatement of concrete block paving is now available from Interpave. This practice enables blocks to be re-used on areas that have been excavated, leaving no evidence that work has been carried out. Copyright: CMP...

Ecological prescription.
April 21, 2004... Some 18,000 sq m of Uni-Ecoloc permeable paving from RMC Concrete Products has been used for the car park areas at the Edinburgh Royal Joint Venture Hospital, meeting the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency's requirement for permeable...

Brick future looks brighter.
April 21, 2004... A range of vibrant glazed brick colours are now available ex-stock from Ibstock, eliminating frustrating delays in obtaining colour bricks for accents, details or features to brickwork. The new colour range comprises real glazed bricks in...

Security with good looks.
April 21, 2004... New from HAF is the Modis lockable window fastener which is manufactured in solid stainless steel and is suitable for opening windows to operate a concealed espagnolette bolt. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Gem of a contract for company.
April 21, 2004... Specified for the quality of products and high standard of service, Scott Beaven has supplied architectural hardware and glass case security for more than 40 new build and refurbished Beaverbrooks jewellery shops throughout the UK. Radius,...

Stylish door handle enters the market.
April 21, 2004... Said to be exceptionally stylish, the new Belair doorhandle has been launched by Basta Parsons. Finished in Satin Chrome Plate, the handle is claimed to reflect cool sophistication and will appeal to anyone seeking a fresh, modern look....

Steel windows for conversion.
April 21, 2004... A member company of the Steel Window Association, Senlac Windows and Doors has fabricated more than 100 steel window frames for the conversion of Amersham hospital, built in the first half of the 19th century in Tudor style, to high class...

Contemporary celebration.
April 21, 2004... Launched to coincide with the company's 50th anniversary, a new range of contemporary doors and windows is now available from Mumford & Wood. Products in the Contemporary range are manufactured in two formats: wood with external aluminium...

First flat-pack cavity closers.
April 21, 2004... Flat-pack cavity closers from Jeld-Wen in a variety of widths and heights are now available off-the-shelf. The company is said to be the first in the UK to identify and manufacture this format as a simple alternative to the existing...

Offering X-ray protection.
April 21, 2004... Launched by Leaderflush Shapland is a new range of lighter weight construction doorsets providing various levels of X-ray protection. The range is available with all facing options to match other doorsets on a project, including hardwood...

Diamond service for residents.
April 21, 2004... Pvc-u doors and windows from Duraflex have been specified to replace the original timber windows at Long Green, a four-storey block of flats in Chigwell, Essex. More than 100 windows and doors from the Diamond Suite have been installed to...

Insulation is down to earth.
April 21, 2004... Windows from Rationel's Domus range have been specified for the Earth Centre Conference Building at the site of the old Denaby Main Colliery, Doncaster. The design of the building reflects its use as a forum for environmental...

Matching high results of school.
April 21, 2004... Classic casement windows from Beaufort's 70mm aluminium system have been fabricated by GPM Meridian Windows for a new sports hall and complex at Cheam School in Headley, Hants. Aluminium was selected for its natural strength and rigidity...

Easier access to handles.
April 21, 2004... Window hardware from Securistyle has been specified by Luton borough Council for sheltered accommodation. The company's Vector Excluder Locking Mechanism was positioned lower down the window to allow wheelchair users easier access to the...

Fibreglass gains in popularity.
April 21, 2004... Fibreglass is the fastest growing sector in the UK new build housing market, claims fibreglass door specialist Therma-Tru. Fibreglass doors offer ten times the impact resistance of steel and five times the impact resistance of wooden doors,...