What's New in Building articles from April 2006

What's New in Building archives from April 2006

Domestic success now extended into the professional sector.
April 24, 2006... Well established in the domestic arena for its macerator pumping systems, Saniflo now offers solutions for commercial users too The Saniflo range of small-bore macerator pumping systems enables housebuilders to add extra facilities wherever...

Industry giants speed Liverpool offsite build.
April 24, 2006... Those yet to be convinced of the benefits of off-site construction should check out the #60million Sentinel Unity project in Liverpool. This combined office and residential development shows how offsite techniques can speed up the build...

An education in lighting.
April 24, 2006... Redesigned for education and healthcare applications, the Municipal range from Fitzgerald Lighting features a low profile body and diffuser. Suitable for circulation areas, the Municipal is supplied with a wipe clean smooth diffuser,...

Sustainable alternative.
April 24, 2006... Made from softwood logs grown in sustainably managed forests, Norbord's Sterling Roofdek has impeccable environmental credentials and can be sawn, drilled, planed, sanded and glued. However, as an engineered product, it has none of the...

Italian hardware now in UK.
April 24, 2006... Italian glass door hardware maker Metalglas has appointed Hafele as exclusive UK distributor. Glass door hinges, locks and latches are traditionally made by Metalglas in solid brass and in a range of modern, hi-tec metallic finishes for...

An education for floor firm.
April 24, 2006... At Brigshaw High School in Allerton, Ardex has provided a cost effective, high performance flooring solution. DPM 1 C one coat surface damp proof membrane was applied to the sports hall floor to provide a DPM with high inherent strength and...

Eco-friendly algae beater.
April 24, 2006... `Apply and forget' is the promise made by Easipoint for its environmentally-friendly Algotech organic algae and moss cleaner. Formulated for cleaning down stone and masonry, it removes algae and moss in days and can be spray or brush...

Hotel group in Premier league.
April 24, 2006... Leisureplex Hotels has specified Coram Showers' Premier range of shower enclosures as part of a major renovation programme at its Hydro Hotel in Llandudno. In all, 24 single rooms now offer luxurious en-suites featuring Coram's 800mm...

Roof fits the bill for school.
April 24, 2006... Pupils at the Dollar Academy, Clackmannanshire are benefiting from a Kingzip roof from Kingspan Insulated Panels. And at Tredegar Park, Tredegar South Wales, Kingzip was chosen due to the design specification calling for a .20 U value. It...

Hart develops pvc fire door.
April 24, 2006... Hart & Co has developed the composite TimberSmart fire door range in Rehau Rauferno 70mm upvc frame. The fire door sets are expected to appeal to specifiers in the public sector looking for a cost effective fire door solution. ...

Silver plating boosts output.
April 24, 2006... Zumtobel has enhanced its Panos range of downlights with the introduction of PSP+, a pure silver plated reflector. It increases light output ratio by up to 21%, reducing the number of downlighters required. Panos PSP+ is a highly...

The real thing at reduced cost.
April 24, 2006... Designed to offer real wood floors at a fraction of the cost of solid, Tilo hobo veneer is available in eight timber types. The three-layer construction features a real hardwood veneer, a high- density core and cork underlay. The high...

Fresh approach for school hall.
April 24, 2006... At Matravers School in Westbury, David Kent Architects worked with Passivent to design a displacement ventilation solution for the sports and dining hall. Two Passivent Airscoop terminals with direct air dispersal louvres linked to five...

HVAC upgrade in Croydon.
April 24, 2006... At Carolyn House in Croydon, the 1st, 10th and 11th floors have been upgraded to open plan format suitable for zoning and adaptation by incoming tenants. New building services include Daikin VRV-WII water cooled heat recovery air...

WHAT'S ON THE BLOCK.
April 24, 2006... Welcome to the second What's New on the Block. Each month, experts from the Aircrete Products Association answer readers' questions on issues affecting brick and block work. This month Wendy Trott, products director of Hanson Building...

Music to any builder's ears.
April 24, 2006... Though arguably not as sexy looking as an iPod, at least the BMR100 twin channel radio unit won't break when you drop it. With 5 watts output and wide AM/FM frequency band, the Makita unit has a moulded ABS casing with neoprene end panel...

Pultruded doors.
April 24, 2006... Following extensive market research, Burley Doors has developed the 3G3 range of grp pultruded doors. These combine thermal stability, longevity and quality appearance for both domestic and commercial environments. Copyright: CMP...

Roll up, roll up for easy access.
April 24, 2006... Manchester City Council has specified Supraramp access ramps from Jones of Oswestry at three high rise blocks. The systems comply with DDA, BS8300 2001 Amendment 1 and Part M building regulations. The Supraramps were adapted to...

STOP PRESS: Cutting cost at Plymouth pool.
April 24, 2006... Operating costs at Plymouth Pavilions leisure complex have been slashed following installation of GasSaver units from Zenex Energy Technologies. The existing installation was failing to deliver enough hot water to the showers and artists'...

STOP PRESS: Pouch keeps gardeners tidy.
April 24, 2006... This belt pouch from Makita holds a large ball of garden twine in such a way that it rolls out without undoing the whole roll. The twine is controlled through a series of metal eyeholes across a fixed replaceable blade. The gardener draws...

STOP PRESS: High efficiency in lap of luxury.
April 24, 2006... Glow-worm's 24cxi high efficiency boiler has been installed in a #1million luxury apartment on the Sandbanks Peninsula, Poole, Dorset. Installer Gerry Vinall is currently modifying the existing heating system in the single floor apartment,...

STOP PRESS: Increased security.
April 24, 2006... Vicaima's integrated door and frame kit, the Portaro Easifit, has just been awarded Secured by Design status. As well as increased security, the new Portaro Easifit kit offers builders a solution to the problems of labour, quality and...

STOP PRESS: Safe way to see off attackers.
April 24, 2006... Developed to meet physical attack without compromising health and safety requirements, the Adams Rite HS locking range is available as a surface and mortice modular multi-point and single point lock. Operation can be by a lever handle,...

Linger on, your pale green loo.
April 24, 2006... Pale green Elterwater Stone from Burlington plays a functional yet decorative role at London's Hampstead Theatre where it has been used for both flooring and vanity tops throughout the building's six washroom areas. Specified by archiect...

STOP PRESS: Cubicle ranges.
April 24, 2006... This year sees the launch of seven cubicle ranges from Twyford Bushboard. Suitable for schools, offices, restaurants and leisure facilities, the new ranges include Sentinel, featuring curved pilasters that are mounted onto concealed floor...

STOP PRESS: Electric boiler.
April 24, 2006... Practical and cost effective supply of underfloor heating at Lanson Homes' Equilibrium apartment development in Lindley, is ensured by Aztec electric boilers from Trianco. The Aztec electric boiler is particularly suited to underfloor...

STOP PRESS: Brochure from swot.
April 24, 2006... Specifiers of school interiors will be interested to read the new technical brochure from swot, the reconfigurable furniture and services range. Swot furniture is quickly demountable from its aluminium, height- adjustable carrier frame so...

STOP PRESS: High security door lock.
April 24, 2006... Hardware distributor Mila has strengthened its range of Trinity products with the addition of a high security multipoint door lock. It features twin cast steel hooks for security and adjustable roller cams for sealing. With the requirements...

STOP PRESS: Cost effective curtain walling.
April 24, 2006... Fabricator Graham Holmes Astraseal has recently completed an installation for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in Rehau-Polytec 50 composite curtain walling. Concrete screens in two stairwells at Solander Gardens - a pre-war block of...

STOP PRESS: Get a lift out of latest brochure.
April 24, 2006... All the latest developments across the Stannah 6-16 person lift range are covered in a new brochure. The range offers motor room-less, motor room cabinet and traditional motor room options; all with the latest lift car finishes that...

STOP PRESS: Prefabricated formwork panels.
April 24, 2006... For the Great Barford bypass in Bedfordshire, it was impossible to achieve the required concrete finish for the bridge piers using traditional formwork panels. Instead, special prefabricated systems by Peri were chosen. Peri used Vario...

STOP PRESS: Windows fill a Cumbrian gap.
April 24, 2006... VS windows from Spectus have been installed at the Willowsmere Hotel in Cumbria. The VS maintains the traditional style of the building, whilst providing modern performance and ease of maintenance. Fabricated and installed by Sash...

STOP PRESS: Underfloor for architect's heat.
April 24, 2006... Architect Graham Bizley's new London home features a purpose-designed office suite for his practice Prewett Bizley on the second floor. A Robbens underfloor heating system ensures full comfort for all occasions. The system integrates with...

STOP PRESS: Integrated metal building systems.
April 24, 2006... Elite Systems, a range of high performance integrated metal building systems, is the latest introduction from Euroclad. A choice of roof, wall and architectural facade systems enablies the designer to specify the entire building envelope...

STOP PRESS: Perforated ceiling panels.
April 24, 2006... Perforated ceiling panels from Gooding Aluminium feature in the refurbished bar at Brunel University. Practical circular cut outs accommodate energy saving recessed luminaries and the elegantly shaped edges mirror the lines of the...

STOP PRESS: Glazing systems from Technal.
April 24, 2006... The Matrix, a lively and colourful residential and commercial development in Glasgow, features glazing systems from Technal. The project demonstrates what can be achieved with imaginative use of curtain walling. Technal's visible grid...

STOP PRESS: New look assembly hall.
April 24, 2006... Pupils collaborated with Mor Design on a new look for the assembly hall at Falmouth Primary. For the floor, Dalsouple rubber was cut into an abstract pattern using the school colours of blue and orange to create a vibrant, stimulating...

STOP PRESS: Competitively priced table legs.
April 24, 2006... Competitively priced table legs in chrome and satin nickel finishes are now being supplied by Prefit. Available in 60mm diameter in cylindrical and conical styles, the legs are supplied in two lengths - 710 and 870mm - and offer two fixing...

STOP PRESS: Vertical slider extends range.
April 24, 2006... Building envelope specialist Schuco International has developed a vertical sliding window for its range of Royal S aluminium window systems. It is available in two versions: Royal S 114 HW, which has sliding upper and lower vents or Royal...

STOP PRESS: Stone will add value, not cost.
April 24, 2006... Recent high profile developments show how cast stone can add value without breaking the bank. The UK Cast Stone Association (UKCSA) has produced a comprehensive new line-up of product information. Their Buyer's Guide for Cast Stone...

STOP PRESS: Overersized glass in Brum.
April 24, 2006... Tricorn House, a 10-storey office building in Birmingham, illustrates the capacity Glass UK has to produce oversized glass. Major refurbishment has included the provision and installation of oversized glazing panels between the columns of...

IT IN CONSTRUCTION: Hot off the desktop.
April 24, 2006... CAD specialist Autodesk has updated its entire portfolio of software solutions for the building industry. Revit Building 9 has been designed for building information modelling (BIM). With parametric technology, any change is automatically...

IT IN CONSTRUCTION: Visualise the envelope.
April 24, 2006... Specifiers can create their own virtual Colorcoat pre-finished steel envelopes using Colorcoat Repertoire, an online 3D visualisation tool from Corus. Countless colour and profile combinations are possible, and these can be applied to a...

INTERBUILD: Village people take centre stage at NEC.
April 24, 2006... Visitors will hardly fail to notice Kingspan's presence - the community of companies is coming together for the first time to exhibit in the Kingspan Village. At 510sq m it will be the largest stand at the show. A total of seven Kingspan...

INTERBUILD: Corus in harmony.
April 24, 2006... The Corus stand will showcase new and existing products with specialists on hand to discuss the use of steel in construction. Many products will be used in the construction of the stand including structural steel, roofing and envelope...

INTERBUILD: Alsop reaches the Finnish line.
April 24, 2006... Architect Will Alsop's intriguing design for this year's Architecture Pavilion is being realised with the help of materials from timber company Finnforest Merk. The eye-catching structure will be one of the main features of the structural...

INTERBUILD: Stress-free fix for structures.
April 24, 2006... Stress-free stainless steel ties, fixings and reinforcements for new constructions and the non-disruptive repair of all brick, block, stone and timber structures will be featured by Helifix. Special concealed installation techniques avoid...

INTERBUILD: Expertise in all elements.
April 24, 2006... Insulation expertise for roofs, walls and floors will be the focus of Springvale's display. Platinum Floorshield rigid insulation panels for ground supported and suspended concrete floors will feature. Other show highlights include...

INTERBUILD: All change for Barbour Index.
April 24, 2006... Architect Marios Papademetris won a recent competition run by Barbour Index to find a new cover for the directory, the first time it's been changed in 30 years. The new edition will be available on the Barbour Index stand. Visitors...

INTERBUILD: Joists won't get moist.
April 24, 2006... Distinctive blue UltraJoist will be featured on the Glenalmond stand within the timber zone. Key to UltraJoists' performance is that the timber is first kiln dried to an average 12% moisture content and then treated with a biodegradable...

INTERBUILD: Quick plug for a fast solution.
April 24, 2006... As a simple and speedy alternative for connecting internal framework to block or brickwork in supporting walls, Stadon Level offers Stud Plug. This patented moulded insert is positioned between courses in much the same way as wall-ties are...

INTERBUILD: Retaining clamp.
April 24, 2006... Safety net installation company Pro Net UK will be launching the Gator- Grip retaining clamp, designed to make the installation and use of safety netting quicker, easier and safer. Gator-Grip is designed to be used on C and I section steel...

INTERBUILD: The future of wood.
April 24, 2006... Those keen to learn more about the role of engineered wood products should head for the Trus Joist stand, where a glimpse of the future is promised. Having introduced flooring solutions based on I-joists 10 years ago, the company is...

INTERBUILD: Visitors are in for a Schock.
April 24, 2006... Exhibiting for the first time, Schock will feature its Isokorb range of thermal break modules. They allow thermally efficient connections in concrete-to-concrete, concrete-to-steel and steel-to-steel, countering the heat loss from balcony...

INTERBUILD: Timber gets the treatment.
April 24, 2006... Arch Timber Protection will be exhibiting preservative and fire retardant products and services. Fire retardant treatments for timber allow safe and effective use of timber in public buildings. This includes the Dricon fire retardant...

INTERBUILD: Designers software.
April 24, 2006... BuildDesk offers software to help designers optimise buildings for energy efficiency in line with Part L (2006). Energy Design 3.2 (SAP 2005), a whole building energy calculation tool for housing, will be domstrated, along with BuildDesk U...

INTERBUILD: Panels provide space.
April 24, 2006... Eco-friendly smartroof from timber engineering specialists Wyckham Blackwell is a system of pre-fabricated, insulated, interlocking roof panels supported by structural gable panels designed to give home- owners that bit of extra space. ...

INTERBUILD: Masonry on the move.
April 24, 2006... In the Off-Site Solutions zone, H+H Celcon will be promoting a new concept in quick and efficient masonry construction. Known as the Ra House (pronounced `raw'), it uses teams of expert installers to complete the masonry shell of a house....

INTERBUILD: Promoting sustainability.
April 24, 2006... Manufacturer of standard and specialist concrete block pavers Formpave is promoting sustainability and the reuse of natural resources with its Aquaflow permeable paving and sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS). Copyright: CMP...

INTERBUILD: No bad vibrations.
April 24, 2006... Recent developments from Ancon include a range of non-drill masonry-to- steel fixings, designed to address safety concerns with `shot-firing' and exposure to hand arm vibration. Other new products are the Shearfix system to reinforce...

INTERBUILD: Combined sunscreen-walkway.
April 24, 2006... Making their debut will be two additions to Neaco's portfolio. The Brise Soleil combined sunscreen/walkway and Spectrum modular balconies range will both feature, alongside established aluminium open grille and balustrade systems. ...

INTERBUILD: Solutions for scan-to-print.
April 24, 2006... Colour and monochrome scan-to-print solutions for the CAD and architectural design markets are the speciality of Colourgen. The Seiko I Infotech Teriostar LP-1010MF integrated printer and scanner offers a black and white scan-to-print...

INTERBUILD: First time out for casement.
April 24, 2006... Making its debut on the Groupco stand will be System 700 from Peder Nielsen. This flush casement system for timber will initially be available for top hung windows, with a progressive introduction of fittings for other window types. ...

INTERBUILD: Windows in control.
April 24, 2006... Major improvements and additions have been made to the Velux product range. A new generation of electrical roof windows - Integra - incorporates radio frequency technology. Remote control enables the roof windows and blinds to be...

INTERBUILD: All-in-one roof keeps it simple.
April 24, 2006... Main focus of the Ward stand will be its Topdek all-in-one composite single-ply roofing solution. Suitable for flat, pitched or curved roofing applications. Topdek replaces the traditional process of laying steel roofdeck, vapour barrier,...

INTERBUILD: First time out for timber specialist.
April 24, 2006... Timber window and door specialist Mumford & Wood will exhibit for the first time. The company provides bespoke designs for properties across the country, including large renovation projects, to single windows on older properties. Each...

INTERBUILD: Relaunch for vent experts.
April 24, 2006... Interbuild will mark the relaunch of ventilation specialists LJ Pratley & Partners as simply Pratley & Partners. A fresh and contemporary new corporate identity will be unveiled at the show which will bring the image of the 40 year old...

INTERBUILD: Electric lock has safety first.
April 24, 2006... Among the products being exhibited by Alpro Hardware, a division of IEC, will be the Trimec surface mount electric lock with its side load release feature. Trimec offers exit safety without compromising security even under side load...

INTERBUILD: Self-clean is standard.
April 24, 2006... One of the key features of Andersen's windows and patio doors package is Low-E4 self cleaning glass, which will be supplied as a standard on the 400 Series range at no extra charge. The glass incorporates a layer of titanium oxide which not...

INTERBUILD: Fire doors set the standard.
April 24, 2006... Tested and approved for fire and security applications, Omega certified hinged steel doorsets comprise a selection of insulated and un- insulated fire doors. Omega FR fire rated doors have integrity ratings up to 240 minutes and...

INTERBUILD: One stop supply chain.
April 24, 2006... Three top names come together to promote a one stop supply chain at this year's Interbuild. Senior Aluminium Systems, Akzo Nobel and Azon have teamed up to show their latest technologies in aluminium systems, powder coatings and thermal...

INTERBUILD: Fittings on display.
April 24, 2006... Both new and established plumbing and heating products will feature on the Yorkshire Fittings stand. Latest development is Tectite Sprint. Manufactured from copper or DZR brass in a slim-line design in sizes from 10 to 28mm, it can be used...

INTERBUILD: Put it on the plastic.
April 24, 2006... Frontrunner entrance flooring system, Fleximats floorcoverings, Crossgrip walkways and two new flooring products will all be on show from Plastic Extruders. Frontrunner Plus entrance matting has a solid vinyl grid and absorbent inserts...

INTERBUILD: Doors and screens.
April 24, 2006... Aimed at the domestic special needs bathing and showering sector, Eurocare Showers' new range of doors and screens have been designed in partnership with Selecta Shower Products in stylish chrome and glass. The Inspirations range comprises...

INTERBUILD: More bright ideas.
April 24, 2006... Electric underfloor heating systems and solutions for hot water services, frost protection and snow melting applications will feature on the Tyco Thermal Controls stand. The Raychem range of electric underfloor heating systems offer both...

INTERBUILD: Dust yourself after sanding.
April 24, 2006... Aimed at professional users, the Bonakemi Dust Care system is a sophisticated vacuum unit which cuts clean-up time after sanding. Two versions are available. Portable Bona Dust Care Single weighs 38 kg, is manoeuvrable and can be laid flat...

INTERBUILD: No protest at Demo.
April 24, 2006... To target specialist contractors, Lafarge will be taking its Demo Day concept to Interbuild. Visitors will be able to hone their skills using the company's roofing, flooring, plasterboard and cement-based products. The Demo Day concept...

INTERBUILD: Lay it on with a soft touch.
April 24, 2006... The Rollins Soft Touch range of products from RST now includes a new bucket trowel. Its robust blade is designed to overcome the wastage factor when scraping wet material from the sides and base of buckets and other containers. Soft...

INTERBUILD: Autofeed screw driving system.
April 24, 2006... Connector specialist Simpson Strong-Tie is to showcase an autofeed screw driving system. Quik Drive, recently acquiired from a US based firm, has special auto- feed driving units and collated fasteners. Simpson's team of experts will...

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE: Anti-flood systems launched.
April 24, 2006... Launched by ACO Building Drainage, the newly launched built environment division of drainage specialist ACO Technologies, is a new range of high-performance Anti-Flood systems that are designed to protect vulnerable properties from flooding...

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE: Guide To Specifying Manhole Covers.
April 24, 2006... A new publication, A Guide To Specifying Manhole Covers, is now available from Clark-Drain. The company has worked continuously with regulatory authorities to help raise standards and introduce new guidelines. Copyright: CMP Information...

PLUMBING & DRAINAGE: Flushed with greater choice.
April 24, 2006... The choice of flush plates for the Triaqua range of concealed systems has been extended by Multikwik with the introduction of a new contemporary design option. The distinctive style of the new dual flush plate enhances modern bathroom...

LIGHTING & ELECTRICS: Energy savers.
April 24, 2006... Introduced by Ansell Lighting, the Rio and Quad IP65 Die-Cast Low Energy luminaires offer contemporary design for greater aesthetic use and low energy usage to comply with Part L. Suitable for both interior and exterior applications, the...

LIGHTING & ELECTRICS: Light fittings add a touch of sparkle.
April 24, 2006... The Whimsy range of light fittings from Franklite is said to add a touch of sparkle to any room. The range comprises four different configurations of chandelier available in a gold or chrome finish. The fittings comprise a central...