What's New in Building articles from July 2004

What's New in Building archives from July 2004

Ten years of bathroom elegance.
July 20, 2004... This is a big year for Hansgrohe - the company celebrates a decade of its association with the exclusive Philippe Starck designer bathroom This year Hansgrohe celebrates 10 years of the Starck bathroom. To mark the occasion in the...

Hot works get cold shoulder.
July 20, 2004... Fire risk and rising insurance premiums are twin bugbears of hot works on flat roofs. So take a bow Liquid Plastics, who have invested over #1million in a ground breaking `cold fusion' bonded built up roofing system that tackles the...

Gas barriers cover old ground.
July 20, 2004... Recent emphasis on brownfield development has brought a focus on the need to protect homes from ground contaminants. DuPont Realshield is a range of gas barriers that enable compliance with building regs. The range can be installed under or...

Fire protection directory out.
July 20, 2004... The new directory from the British Fire Protection Systems Association has been published to provide a guide for anyone looking to specify such systems. It features a Product Matrix pull out section which shows at a glance the areas...

Wimbledon puts out fire.
July 20, 2004... At the headquarters of the All England tennis club (a.k.a. Wimbledon) Notifier Fire Systems has won the contract to supply, install and commission a new intelligent fire system. The system consists of 10 ID3000 control panels that provide...

Kopex price list.
July 20, 2004... Electrical conduit manufacturer Kopex has a new price list out. It details the company's metallic and non-metallic conduit ranges plus accessories, as well as the popular Elkay cable management range. Also featured is the Peek specialist...

Cabinet tackles key issues.
July 20, 2004... No, the headline doesn't refer to Tony Blair's cabinet. We're talking key vaults here, and specifically the new range by Securikey. The company has addressed the need for increased security in key control. The range offers three graded...

Pilkington reorganises.
July 20, 2004... Leading glass industry name Pilkington has announced a new organisational structure under the banner of Pilkington Building Products UK. The move prepares the company for future market opportunities and and is expected to provide benefits...

Investment at Euroclad.
July 20, 2004... Committed to providing a total building envelope service, Euroclad has invested heavily in new equipment and personnel for its expanding architectural fabrications division. A new CNC controlled, four roll plate bending machine extends the...

Corus sees off challengers.
July 20, 2004... Corus Kalzip has beaten off stiff competition to win a recent case study competition run by the Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers' Association. The award recognises the innovative use of metal roofing and wall cladding. The...

Working together is the secret.
July 20, 2004... `Working together works' is a message the building industry has been taking on board in recent years. HansenGroup is now unveiling itself in the UK, describing its work as the `best kept secret in specialist construction.' Copyright:...

Cost conscious copper up top.
July 20, 2004... Recent independent research challanges many assumptions about the costs of roofing and cladding using copper. Davis Langdon & Everest carried out the research, which shows copper as a realistic for far more building types than many think....

Result for Altro at Euro 2004.
July 20, 2004... As part of the new Sporting Lisbon stadium development for the recent Euro 2004 football competition, Altro has provided resin flooring throughout. AltroFlow resin has been used in the main entrance and in the toilets. Sadly, though the...

A milestone for Celotex.
July 20, 2004... Insulation board manufacturer Celotex marked another milestone in its long established history with the opening of a #5million extension to its Hadleigh, Suffolk factory. The new 4,000sq m facility was officially opened by Tim Yeo, MP for...

Linda's career down the drain.
July 20, 2004... Champagne corks could be heard popping at the NEC earlier this year as celebrity sofa saleswoman Linda Barker presented Clark Drain with the Lantac certificate for its 452 drainage access cover. Linda is pictured above presenting the...

Street wisdom on offer.
July 20, 2004... Latest edition of Pave-It has just been published, covering a wide range of topics related to the paved environment. The glossy 16 page magazine is available free of charge to designers, specifiers and contractors. Pave-It is published...

Brochure will give you a fix.
July 20, 2004... Available free of charge, a 32 page brochure is now available from Northern Precision, specialist supplier of fasteners. It outlines examples from the company's range of in-stock standard line items covering most applications and materials...

Stokvis enters wall hung commercial boiler market.
July 20, 2004... Compact and lightweight, the Econoflame R30 range of wall mounted condensing boilers is suitable for commercial and industrial applications. Wall hung condensing boilers are a fast growing part of the industrial sector and this unit marks...

Safety at height is on the blocks.
July 20, 2004... Height equipment specialist Sala, part of the Capital Safety Group, offers Ultra Lok fall protection blocks to allow safe work at height. The range comes in 6, 9, 15 and 26m blocks and features an audible indicator which sounds in the event...

Pumping good performance.
July 20, 2004... Just introduced by Alexanders is the THD Gulfstream range of high flow booster pumps. Suitable for use with any gravity fed water supply, the pumps are designed to be quiet in operation. Compact design enables the unit to be installed...

A sheer classic of its kind.
July 20, 2004... For use with Sto's glass fibre mesh to form a reinforcing layer, StoArmat Classic render is a cement-free reinforcing material. It provides excellent crack resistance to both insulation and render systems and is water based with an acrylic...

Light up with energy saving.
July 20, 2004... To address the demands of part L1 of the building regulations concerning energy efficiency, Franklite produces a range of decorative fittings made for low energy lamps. The company's technical department can also help with questions...

Vorsprung durch carpet tiles.
July 20, 2004... The head offices of Volkswagen in Milton Keynes now sport Desso Vitae Aetis sculptured loop pile carpet tiles. Previous carpeting had not worn well, especially in high traffic areas. Fortunately Armstrong Floor Products was able to give...

A Vision of loveliness.
July 20, 2004... Described by Securistyle as its most stylish handle to date, the Vision offset espagnolette handle has been ergonomically designed to look modern and feel comfortable in use. The handle combines safety, security and and aesthetics and comes...

Freedom to design with less impact on the environment.
July 20, 2004... Flooring has a big environmental impact in commercial buildings. Just as well one company has addressed the problem with its latest range Floorcoverings for retail interiors have diverse roles to fulfil. They need to withstand heavy foot...

Realistic wood designs.
July 20, 2004... The latest sheet floorcovering to be launched by Polyflor features realistic wood designs in a comprehensive choice of shades and textures. Comprising 14 wood colours, Forest FX is targeted primarily at the healthcare, education and high street...

Designed to click with you.
July 20, 2004... Available through IDS (International Decorative Surfaces), the new Pro- Click laminate range is said to combine the design aesthetics of a premium flooring and the durability of commercial grade flooring at a modest cost. The range...

Granite is natural choice.
July 20, 2004... A new range of precision-cut natural granite tiles has been introduced by Daniel Platt to meet increasing demand for natural flooring in both public buildings and private homes. The tiles are available in ten subtle granite colourways and...

Highlights underfoot.
July 20, 2004... Launched by Interface, Highlighting Your Floor is a new collection of colour coordinated and highly textured flooring tiles. Texture is said to be a key element of each of the five new ranges that make up the collection; the tiles display a...

The queues end here.
July 20, 2004... Gift shop queues are allegedly an endangered species at Edinburgh Zoo, following the installation of Advanced Tensabarrier posts and In-Q merchandising panels from Tensator. The installation ensures that queues are dealt with quickly, and...

Vibrant feel in bar area.
July 20, 2004... Said to be create an eye-catching vibrant feel, Anolight ribbed cladding panels finished in satin matt lustre from Gooding Aluminium have been used to create stunning bar panelling for The Gloucester pub in Wellingborough. Anolight is part...

Mineral wool ceiling.
July 20, 2004... Said to bridge the gap between quality and economy, a new range of ceiling OWAcoustic smart mineral wool ceiling tiles has been introduced by OWA. Available in five surface patterns, OWAcoustic smart delivers humidity resistance up to 90%,...

Your new guide is here.
July 20, 2004... A new guide from leading glass solutions specialists DR Services provides specifiers a comprehensive overview of what the company has to offer for shopfronts, canopies and balustrades. The new brochure covers glass engineering,...

Up, up and away to the loft.
July 20, 2004... In keeping with the growing trend in loft conversions and use of loft space, Zarges has extended its range of access equipment and can now supply loft ladders in steel, aluminium and timber to meet the varied requirements of structure, fitting...

Total control at a touch.
July 20, 2004... The latest Modero touch panels from AMX have been used to provide an elegant solution to the control of entertainment systems, communications, heating and lighting for a luxury apartment development in West London. The simple-to-use...

Fashionable and durable.
July 20, 2004... Gloss worksurfaces in the Ardesco range from Orama are described by the company as among the most fashionable and durable worksurfaces of their kind currently available. The worksurfaces are manufactured from a high pressure decorative...

Contemporary colours.
July 20, 2004... To celebrate its fourth birthday, Mercury Appliances has introduced the Beachcomber Collection of contemporary colours, developed with design consultants Seymour Powell.The five new colours, Chalk, Sky, Stone, Mist and Storm, are said to...

Coving system offers a neat cover up job.
July 20, 2004... A new two-part coving system has been developed by Norske Interiors and is said to be a neat way of covering the join where the washroom wall meets the ceiling. The new coving is moulded in white pvc, and is fitted with concealed fixings...

Next level of design.
July 20, 2004... Said to take the Combination Concept Radiator to the next level of design, Vogue has unveiled the successor to the Nexus. The Nexus Grand range comprises five different models incorporating one single design theme: a multi column (two...

New features.
July 20, 2004... With "the bathroom by Philippe Starck" celebrating its tenth year, the designer brand Axor from Hansgrohe has introduced a few new features in its Axor Starck collection. The Axor Starck family is now organised into two collections: the...

Going back to Belfast.
July 20, 2004... The range of high quality sinks from Reginox has been further expanded by the addition of the RL 302 CW Belfast Sink. Manufactured from fireclay ceramic, the sink is available in white and features a smooth gloss finish to all surfaces. ...

Sink meets demands.
July 20, 2004... Launched to meet growing demand for rectangular shaped, large single bowl sinks, the GAK 611 white ceramic inset sink joins the Professional Collection of sinks, taps and accessories from Franke. Featuring a deeply sculptured drainer, the...

No hands are required!
July 20, 2004... Introduced by Geberit is a stylish and functional hands-free washroom system which combines the Duofix frame system for wall hung sanitaryware with a new range of infra-red activated products. The use of infra-red technology and valve...

Key feature radiator.
July 20, 2004... Proving that a radiator can be a key feature in a room, Imperial Towel Rails has introduced Ovali to its contemporary, feature radiator range. Available in chrome or white, Ovali has simple oval double D-shaped tubes of steel which are...

Masses of rustic charm.
July 20, 2004... A second new kitchen has been introduced under the K-Kitchens brand by The Kitchen Group. Joining the contemporary Kabera, the new Keswick is said to be overflowing with traditional rustic charm, featuring knotted character oak and a fine...

New version of an old favourite.
July 20, 2004... A new version of an old favourite has been introduced by Mira: the Gem 88 shower is an updated version of the Mira 88. Like its predecessor, the Gem 88 provides a simple manual temperature control and flow control that will work on gravity,...

Get ready for new term.
July 20, 2004... Made-to-order washroom systems for schools are available from Armitage Venesta in as little as three weeks. The company can provide technical advice and any drawings needed along with a firm quotation to ensure specification of the right...

More hardwearing than applied finishes.
July 20, 2004... Available from Springwell Manufacturing, Parapan is a solid gloss acrylic sheet material which, because it is solid, is more hardwearing than lacquer and other applied finishes. Glossy, waterproof and very repairable, Parapan can be...

Small wall tiles.
July 20, 2004... The Aspects collection of ceramic tiles by H&R Johnson has been expanded by the introduction of a range of matt and gloss small wall tiles that are hand-crafted in appearance with different surface textures. The tiles are size 100 x 100mm...

A break with tradition.
July 20, 2004... Said to be a break from tradition, Turnstyle Designs` new range of solid brass door hardware, finished in uniform materials. More commonly known for its bold mix of materials and finishes, from leather to pewter mixed with metals and...

Silver finish is a winner.
July 20, 2004... A new finish has been added by Nico to its product range. Supercoat 500 is said to offer significant advantages over traditional zinc passivate. The coating process, which is carried out at the company's new in-house automatic plating...

No more panic stations.
July 20, 2004... Developed by Gretsch Unitas, the new GU Secury with anti-panic function lock and associated panic bar fittings has achieved the new European Standard for doors of this type now covered under the new BS EN 1125 standard. The development of...

Calm down at the back there!
July 20, 2004... Anticipating a high level of reflected sound in the high hall it was building at a Devon primary school, architects Stride Treglown opted for the calming influence of Ecophon panels on the ceilings and Master Alpha Wall panel A for the walls....

Window on higher education.
July 20, 2004... Hardware for pvcu windows and doors has been supplied by Groupco for new student accommodation at Exeter University. Devon-based Aspect Windows has manufactured and installed fully reversible windows and French doors for the modern...

Resin flooring specified.
July 20, 2004... Construction of a new arts and technology building at a sixth form college in Surrey has seen Tremco Drycote resin flooring system specified as an effective and economic solution. The arts building features power floated concrete floor...

School's (not) out for summer.
July 20, 2004... Contractors Lockwood Construction took advantage of rapid build times offered by thin joint aircrete when they were told they had just nine months to build the #1.5 Learning Centre at Ridgeway school in Birkenhead. Copyright: CMP...

Learning curve for ex-airfield.
July 20, 2004... Approved contractor Voland Roofing has installed Alkor Draka's Alkorplan membrane to protect the roof of the distinctively designed Ravenswood community primary school in Ipswich. In recognition of the site's former use as na airfield, the...

Accessible in Surrey.
July 20, 2004... At Merton College in Morden, Surrey staff have decided to install powered access equipment to ensure every part of the building is accessible to all. The college called in Axess 4 All, who recommended installation of an A5000 Freedom...

Drama by design.
July 20, 2004... This dramatic ceiling has been supplied by USG to the main foyer at Charles Trevelyan Cottage in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The brief called for a Sonatone tile ceiling and DX24 grid, finished at the edges with Compasso curved ceiling trim. In...

Shed light on the matter.
July 20, 2004... A series of Brett Martin Daylight Systems' rooflights have been installed at Willowbrook School, Exeter. Spanning various widths of 2.4 to 2.65m and extending to 12.3m length, the Marvault RL rooflights have mill finished aluminium glazing...

Pivot window at right price.
July 20, 2004... The AA 602 pivot window from Kawneer gives thermal and weather performance in line with revised building regulations, as well as enhanced safety, ease of use and strong aesthetics. The robust, flexible unit offers excellent air circulation...

Cedar shingles for rustic look.
July 20, 2004... For the roof of a Dutch inspired play barn in Lincolnshire, John Brash cedar shingles have been specified. Standing apart from the rest of Springfields outlet shopping and festival gardens development, the barn offers a safe indoor activity...

Students step out with non-slip floor.
July 20, 2004... Safetred Aqua from Marley Floors was specifed for new build student accommodation at Hartbury College in Gloucester. Some 2,000sq m of the floorcovering have been installed in the bathrooms of 234 bedrooms as well as the kitchen common room...

Cladding is in top gear.
July 20, 2004... Adding a finishing touch to a Toyota dealership's showroom and workshop in Norwich, metallic effect Celestia from Corus has been used in Sirius Silver to harmonise with the reception area's three large glass, aluminium facades and complementary...

Putting a brave facade on for a trip to St Ives.
July 20, 2004... Cladding units from CEP Petrarch have been specified as part of the complete refurbishment of the St Ives (Cambs) branch of the Eaden Lilley retail chain, creating a facade to reflect the requisite quality. A combination of Parchment and...

Bespoke cladding.
July 20, 2004... Bespoke cladding design by Execa, the architectural engineering arm of the CA Group has played a major role in the #530 million redevelopment of Birmingham's Bullring. The demand for cutting edge aesthetics was met by anodised aluminium...

Stunning college results.
July 20, 2004... The main facade of the new City & Islington College in north London has been lightened with extensive use of daylight diffusing Kalwall translucent cladding from Stoakes Systems. The highly insulating panel wall units are broken with linear...

Vertical decking.
July 20, 2004... Commonly used horizontally as a walkway, Techdek decking from Neaco has been installed as a vertical application at North Manchester School, where it provides screening on a new science block as part of a major refurbishment project. ...

Clapboard is Old England style.
July 20, 2004... Fibre cement Weatherboard from Eternit has been used as a clapboard `lookalike' by St James Homes for a New England-style community in south-west London. In addition to its appearance, Weatherboard was specified for its low maintenance...

Envelope for Station.
July 20, 2004... Working in partnership with specialist contractor SIAC Facades, Kawneer has provided a #1.8 million fenestration package for the #7 million contract to build the external envelope for Manchester Airport's new ground transport interchange...

Curved and flat cladding.
July 20, 2004... Ford's stunning new #28 million Diesel Centre, features curved and flat 2016 composite cladding system from Spanwall. The selection of the composite cladding is said by architects Austin- Smith:Lord to be in line with Ford's vision for...

Ten colours and four finishes.
July 20, 2004... Developed by Swish Building Products, Keralit external cladding is said to be ideal for newbuild or refurbishment applications, and in a choice of ten colours and four finishes, can meet most requirements. The system is manufactured mainly...

Mill finish panels.
July 20, 2004... The extensive range of cladding panels from Gooding Aluminium has been used to stunning effect at the ME2 niteclub in Omagh. The mill finish panels have created a dramatic and contemporary feel on bars, columns and the DJ podium. ...

Effective treatment.
July 20, 2004... Curtain walling and individual high performance windows have been supplied by MagHansen for a new wing at the Benenden Hospital in Kent. The company designed, manufactured and installed more than 550 sq m of its CellGlazing system at the...

High rise windows.
July 20, 2004... Fenestration systems have been supplied by Reynaers for the Tradewinds high rise residential building in Docklands. The products used were TS57 dual colour tilt and turn windows and dual colour Tilt and Slide doors, plus Vision 50 to ground...

Using the grey matter.
July 20, 2004... Tilt and turn window and door profiles from Duraflex have provided a tailor-made solution for a cosmopolitan Miller homes development in Glasgow. In order to meet local planning requirements, the profiles were supplied by the company...

Door launch.
July 20, 2004... The range of door systems from Technal has been expanded by the launch of the PXi thermally broken commercial door, said to be the company's most advanced door to date. Offering excellent thermal efficiency, the door is suitable for...

Commercial development.
July 20, 2004... Aiming to further strengthen its position in the commercial sector, Sapa Building Systems has launched a 55mm window system which suits a wide variety of applications and can also be incorporated into the company's MRV Curtain Walling System....

Steel doors for all situations.
July 20, 2004... Steel doors for all situations is the claim of AccentHansen, which covers the full spectrum of market sectors and applications from its recently modernised factory in Manchester. Heading the company's expanded product range are MultiShield...

Security Window.
July 20, 2004... A tailor-made Security Window System has been designed by Sonic Windows for the cash office of the new administration building at Cardiff University. Sonic recommended installation of a Speakeasy Communication Window to give an...

Door magnets give the option.
July 20, 2004... A new range of door magnets from high-security locking systems manufacturer ASSA provides versatile locking solutions for all types of door. Since the magnets have no moving mechanical parts, wear throughout a longer operating life is...

Safer pathways for park.
July 20, 2004... Specified as the ideal slip-resistant surface for new pathways, Ronadeck Fast Grip from Ronacrete has been used at Leigh Road Recreation Ground in Eastleigh. Main contractor Caroway has used the Ronadeck product on many recent contracts...

Great results for new school.
July 20, 2004... Designed to represent a flagship scheme to promote environmentally conscious design and energy efficient construction, new build Beaumont Primary School in Hadleigh, Suffolk has heavily utilised timber elements. A large number of timber...

Hardwearing and versatile.
July 20, 2004... Launched by Arbordeck, Aggredeck is a hardwearing and versatile anti- slip board which is designed to offer maximum protection underfoot in wet weather. Meeting the latest Building Regs for disabled access, the deck board is ideal for...