What's New in Building articles from June 2003

What's New in Building archives from June 2003

Combining the best of wood and pvc.
June 23, 2003... Hot off the moulding line at Kestrel comes a new range of window boards made from a special formulation of pvc and wood. The product, known as Root-Ex, combines the durability of pvc with the dimensional stability and rigidity of wood. ...

Drains get a boost below ground.
June 23, 2003... Already a popular packaged sewage treatment system, the Clereflo CT 6- 25 now boasts below ground installation, further adding to its appeal. All units in the range are manufactured by grp tank production specialist Conder. Sales and...

Award winning cladding.
June 23, 2003... This new seven storey riverside apartment block in Woolwich, London, won the best project award in the new build residential category of this year's INCA Awards. Sponsored by the Insulated Render & Cladding Association, the awards...

Well dressed in Wales.
June 23, 2003... Going far beyond simple product supply, Euroclad's involvement with the external roofing and cladding of a 5,500sq m office development in Newport, south Wales, has involved advice on design of cladding support structures for complex curved...

New concept in training.
June 23, 2003... To address specific problems faced by property management companies with regard to working at height, Safesite has introduced a new training concept to its CPD seminars. Aimed at surveyors within property management companies, the...

Intumescent innovations.
June 23, 2003... Proposals to install a 7m high polyester resin sculpture in London's Canary Wharf posed unusual fire protection problems. The Big Blue is a translucent sculpture that casts spectacular light effects on Canada Place retail mall. ...

Italians turn up the heat.
June 23, 2003... Leading Italian gas boiler manufacturer Sime SpA has backed a subsidiary to supply and service its domestic gas boilers in the UK. Based near Leeds, Sime will offer a range of compact and storage combination boilers, plus a line-up of high...

God is in the detail.
June 23, 2003... Anyone interested in cutting edge products and solutions should make a date to visit 100% Detail, at Earls Court in September. Architect Make Communications has designed a spectacular centrepiece `God is in the detail' bar using a mix of...

A breath of fresh air.
June 23, 2003... Those who remember the HVAC show before it was swallowed up by the all engulfing Interbuild will be pleased to hear of a new show, Clima ExpoMo, which debuts in October at the ExCel centre in London's Docklands. Copyright: CMP Information...

Modular makeover.
June 23, 2003... Developers of three blocks of flats in Tower Hamlets, London, have adopted a modular system by Alpha Timber Frame, which incorporates YBS Breather Foil-FR in the factory produced wall panels. This has helped comply with insulation...

Pave the way forward.
June 23, 2003... On time and on budget, Brett Paving's new #6.7 million factory at Cliffe in Kent has now opened. The new facility, the largest of its type in Europe and the third plant on the site, allows the company to boost output by up to 60%. New...

Score a winner with this sheath.
June 23, 2003... Bitvent board from Excel Building Solutions has been awarded BBA accreditation for use as structural sheathing on timber frame buildings. The certificate covers existing 15mm thick board as well as a new 18mm version which enables tougher U...

Tradition at right price.
June 23, 2003... Manufactured in lightweight high density polyurethane, Arstyl pilasters from nmc offer the traditional look at an economic price. Reproducing the classical Roamn Ionic design, they are available in a fluted finish in two styles with...

Cast iron case for drainage.
June 23, 2003... A new publication from the Cast Iron Drainage Development Authority has been introduced to set out the environmental advantages of these systems. Recyclability is a strong feature of the material. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Study points to savings.
June 23, 2003... Potential for enhanced energy savings has been highlighted in a study published by the European Insulation Manufacturers Association (EURIMA). It shows efforts to improve insulation need to be focused on densely populated countries. ...

Specifiers guide.
June 23, 2003... Comprehensive in its scope, the first specifiers guide to ACO Technologies' ACO Pipe stainless steel pipework system, has been produced. Across four sections, the guide gives full details of a wide range of pipe applications and includes all...

Sisters of mercy.
June 23, 2003... The Birmingham office of Roberts & Partners has been appointed by the Little Sisters of the Poor to design the mechanical and electrical engineering services for a #10million Stoke Newington development. The Sisters care for the elderly...

Stud up for grabs.
June 23, 2003... New 70 and 146mm versions of AcouStud have been introduced by British Gypsum for use in hotels, hostels, student accommodation, nursing and residential homes where there is a requirement to meet part E of the building regulations. AcouStud...

Glass show gathers pace.
June 23, 2003... Almost half the targeted exhibiton stand sales have been accounted for at Glass Processing & Technology (GP&T), the UK glass industry's new event which takes place in November at the NEC Birmingham. The show was launched following...

Old problem, new idea.
June 23, 2003... Bishops Stortford based Fire Protection Ltd (FPL) has completed testing of a new fire stopping concept, Hi Flex Cavity Seal. This offers a new solution to the age old problem of installing and maintaining a cavity fire barrier in a timber...

Third time in hospital.
June 23, 2003... Off-site construction specialist Yorkon has been awarded its third project at Salisbury District Hospital. This is the second extension to an existing modular building and serves as a theatre suite for opthalmics, as well as providing...

Flexible lighting control system.
June 23, 2003... The flexible lighting control system at High Holborn office development Mid City Place has been designed and engineered by Simtronic. Due to logistical difficulties presented by the City of London location, the project involved a just-in-time...

Answers on the envelope.
June 23, 2003... Hot off the press from Ash & Lacy is the Ashzip standing seam roofing brochure, offering a total envelope solution from a single source. Ashzip recognises the importance of components such as gutters, rainwater goods and visually dominant...

Securikey - appointment.
June 23, 2003... Congratulations to Jeremy Cassady, who has just been appointed managing director of Securikey. Jeremy is pictured alongside fellow directors Ian Smith and Liz Scott at the launch of the Euro Grade safes. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Big doors for PFI.
June 23, 2003... Eighty sets of large doors from Structura have been installed at a new build PFI project in Teddington. The doors, some up to 3m high, were designed, manufactured and installed by the company. Some incorporate extra security while others...

Lights shine at the Sussex.
June 23, 2003... The former Radisson Savoy Court hotel in London has re-opened under a new name, the Sussex. Part of the major refurbishment work has involved fitting of Hamilton Litestat System 45 modules. These have helped make life easier for guests...

Developments afoot.
June 23, 2003... Some 2,000sq m of heavy duty and safety sheet vinyls and rubber floor tiles have been installed at UCB Films' Cumbria R&D facility. Fitted by SM Flooring of Carlisle, the Polyflor floorcoverings were chosen for resistance to spillages,...

Quiet vents to meet the regs.
June 23, 2003... To help meet building regulations concerning ventilation of bathrooms and toilets in houses and hotels, the mono tube QuietVent ELS system from Helios has been introduced. Space saving is a key advantage, with the fan design reducing duct...

Blanc brochure.
June 23, 2003... Blanc has published a new 28 page colour brochure detailing their ranges of shower products including enclosures, self-contained cubicles, hydromassage and shower columns. The brochure covers the ranges of Capricorn and Cosmos enclosures, door...

Aztec in the frame for the UK.
June 23, 2003... Merida is the latest glazed porcelain floor tile series from Ascer member Aztec Ceramica, available in the UK through Tile of Spain. A cost effective alternative to natural stone, Merida allows designers to produce a flooring scheme that...

So spa so good.
June 23, 2003... Still a comparatively niche market, spa baths are a growth area, despite the restricted size of UK bathrooms. No fewer than 14 acrylic baths make up the Roca range of hydromassage baths, one of the most popular being the sumptuous Karmine....

Film doubles safety.
June 23, 2003... With security at the forefront of evryone's mind these days, Anglian Technical Films has introduced RS 20 security film to protect people and property alike. The film incorporates a multi laminate solar security combination which,...

Thin flow for a smooth level.
June 23, 2003... Thin application, high flow Ardit K13 smootinh and levelling compound is now available from Ardex. Designed to produce a smooth, flat surface when applied to hard, rigid sub floors, it rarely needs priming. When mixed with water it can...

One flue over Anglia's nest.
June 23, 2003... CE approval has been awarded to Anglia's vertical balance flue system in conjunction with the Bellfires range of balance flue fire stoves. `These fires have all the efficiency of traditional balance flue units plus a few more.' says Graham...

Flexible friend.
June 23, 2003... For a flexible curtain wall system, look no further than FineLine, made by glazing systems specialist FendorHansen. FineLine has been developed to cater for the move away from chunky steel framed solutions towards simpler, more functional...

Advanced locking system.
June 23, 2003... The Acute Admissions department at Dykebar Hospital, Glasgow, feaures ELS, an advanced on-line locking system made by Dom Nemef Corbin. The keyless system is just the job for buildings where multi-occupancy or changing occupancy demand...

Self-adhesive treads.
June 23, 2003... Just out from Watco is a simple yet effective way to improve safety on stairs and steps. Surestep self-adhesive treads can be applied to most smooth surfaces requiring enhanced traction. They can be used indoors or out on concrete, metal or...

Tools of trade.
June 23, 2003... Essential for the professional tradesman, a range of knives and scrapers has been added to Marshalltown's premium hand tool selection. All have high carbon steel blades tempered to a mirror finish, as well as the Durasoft handle for...

Quadrant stone holds the key.
June 23, 2003... Included in the new generation of KerbDrain accessories from ACO is a single unit 90 deg. quadrant stone that has been developed to simplify the installation of the drainage system around the tight radii found in car park kerbs. The new...

Stainless steel in the groove.
June 23, 2003... The Victaulic grooved pipe jointing system from Durapipe is now available in stainless steel as well as the established ductile iron and coparite ranges. The introduction of the stainless steel version makes the system ideal for chemically...

New Round Cover and Frame.
June 23, 2003... A new Round Cover and Frame has been introduced by Wavin Plastics to comply with the amendments to Part H, Section 2 Foul Drainage. The new product comprises a proprietary dual locking system of both cover and frame for the highest level of...

Now under the floor is under control.
June 23, 2003... A new range of Manifold Control Centres from SAV Valve Systems has been purpose-designed for modern warm water underfloor heating systems. The key feature of the design, known as Flow-Watch, is a Fail/Safe auto shut down device, which...

Water treatment products.
June 23, 2003... Another contractor has switched to exclusively using water treatment products from Fernox. Among the products used by BSW Building Services, which specialises in carrying out heating system maintenance contracts are Heavy Duty Restorer for...

Storm water management system.
June 23, 2003... Developed in response to changes in legislation and recent Government guidance, the Marley Atlantis modular cell storm water management system is designed to manage the release of storm water run off in a controlled manner. The system...

Service life of half a century.
June 23, 2003... Claimed to have a service life of 50 years, the Mepla hot and cold- water distribution pipe system from Gerberit is quick, clean and easy to use. Saving valuable time on site, the pipe can easily be bent into position, and remains static...

Water regulators.
June 23, 2003... Available from Aquaflow Regulators for tap tails and spouts, Aquaflow water regulators limit the maximum flow rate through a tap or mixer to a chosen preset level, reducing water wastage. Standard bath, basin and sink taps with BSP threaded...

Back to basics in the basement.
June 23, 2003... An effective `off the shelf' drainage system for use in basement refurbishments has been launched by Triton. The Triton system combines a selected of ready to use components which can be combined and installed as the application demands....

Keeping up with the latest in cast iron technology.
June 23, 2003... Well recognised as one of the most traditional materials to be used for rainwater pipes and gutters, cast iron is by no means old fashioned: cast iron design and technology continues to move on, says the Cast Iron Drainage Development...

New solution for elevator positioning.
June 23, 2003... Introduced by Schmersal is the USP system, comprising a non-contact operating principle for positioning elevator cabins which eliminates conventional switching technology and common encoder systems, and can communicate with the latest control...

Lift should be high on bestseller's list.
June 23, 2003... Helping one of the country's leading book chains meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act, Moveman has installed a Companion Prestige platform lift at one of Ottakar's stores in Edinburgh, providing alternative access to the...

Sales agent for passenger lifts.
June 23, 2003... Following a recent agreement, Glasgow based Stairlifts has been appointed as sales agent for Axess 4 All's range of Freedom Platform passenger lifts throughout Scotland. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Favourite among their customers.
June 23, 2003... More than 50% of Stannah's passenger lift customers opt for the space- saving MRC lift. Benefits include a smooth hydraulic ride; the elimination of a separate motor room, and the convenience of being to locate the Machine Room Cabinet up...

New lift table.
June 23, 2003... The installation of a new hydraulic lift table by Britannia Lifts has led to new efficiencies in fruit processing at Fourays Farm in Kent by linking the farm's cold store to the main processing plant on another level. The lift was...

Spiral soars in Far East.
June 23, 2003... In April last year Alan Tierney of Spiral Staircase Systems (SSS) provided architect Hugh Broughton with a quote for a two flight stair to be installed in the new British Council library in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The architect provided a basic...

Platform lift ensures all are on board.
June 23, 2003... A custom-built A3000 platform lift has been provided by Access 4 All for the Discovery Museum, Newcastle. Installed as part of a massive refurbishment of the museum, the installation of the platform lift enables visitors in wheelchairs or...

Outdoor stair lift.
June 23, 2003... New from Stannah is the 310 outdoor straight stair lift, offering a perfect solution for premises in hilly areas, seaside resorts or for older properties. Rail length can be as short as 1.4m up to eight metres. Copyright: CMP...

Rolling out a solution to easy access.
June 23, 2003... A new portable ramping system from Roll-a-Ramp offers an economically priced and highly versatile solution to a great many access problems. Easily moved around a building to provide access where required and set up in minutes, the...

Automatic door operators.
June 23, 2003... Automatic door operators from Dorma have been installed in a number of Metropolitan Police force stations in order to improve access for disabled people and to bring the buildings into compliance with the requirements of the Disability...

Flue info.
June 23, 2003... In a series of five brochures, interActive provides comprehensive information about polypropylene, stainless steel and aluminium flue systems. All ranges are suitable for either high efficiency or improved efficiency gas boilers and two...

Warm air systems for high flyers.
June 23, 2003... AET has installed its Flexible Space Heating System, using Hiross' underfloor heating, at the redevelopment of Farnborough airfield. The system uses a plenum under a raised access floor as a duct divided into a number of zones. Copyright:...

Warm air heating systems.
June 23, 2003... Supplier of warm air heating systems, Reznor, has provided a heating system for Norwich Union's main literature storage facility. Eleven C4074 compact heaters were wall-mounted between racks, just below roof level. The warm air is redistributed...

Wide range of fireplaces.
June 23, 2003... A wide range of gas and electric fires, fireplaces and complete fireplace suites has been designed by Be Modern. Mantles are available in a number of finishes including Natural Cherry, Dark Cherry, Maple, Mahogany, Beech, Oak and White and...

Boilers bring savings all round.
June 23, 2003... Buyers of Stokvis` Econoflame commercial and industrial boilers now qualify for up to #50,000 in interest-free loans from the Carbon Trust. The loans are repayable over four years and the energy savings resulting from using the Stokvis products...

Stadium feels the heat is on.
June 23, 2003... Continuous radiant tube heating from Ambi-Rad has been specified to heat the newly-refurbished Stoke Mandeville sports stadium, the national centre for wheelchair sports. The 1536 sq m building needs to be heated to a constant 19 degC to...

Making an entrance.
June 23, 2003... Launched by Benson Heating is a low cost air curtain for doorway entrances, said to be particularly suitable for retail sites. Warm air from high level within the building is utilized, using its powerful fan, and then blown back down across...

Walk on warmth.
June 23, 2003... Following on from its pioneering click system flooring and ready mounted Silent System sound-absorbent underlay, Alloc has developed the first combined flooring and heating solution. Floors with the Alloc Heating System, which has heating...

Compact unit provides constant hot water.
June 23, 2003... The range of wall mounted boilers from Instanta has been extended by the introduction of the WA5, a sturdy cost-effective stainless steel wall-mounted boiler suited to anywhere where a constant supply of hot water is required for beverages and...

Cool to be kind.
June 23, 2003... Distributors of Space Airconditioning systems, Daikin claims to offer the largest number of Heat Pump air conditioners on the Government's `Energy Technologies List' qualifying for Enhanced Capital Allowances. Heat pump air conditioning...

Freedom at last.
June 23, 2003... Distributed exclusively through Aico, the Fumagilli range of modular outdoor lighting offers planners and designers a greater degree of flexibility. The range is designed to allow the creation of a vast range of lantern, globe, bracket,...

Blue necklace theme for harbour.
June 23, 2003... Portsmouth's Gunwharf Quays, with its mix of retail and leisure outlets, combines the best of modern and traditional design. Working with the water concept, lighting designers DPA used EncapSulite products (and a tight budget) to develop a...

Taking the bus to Canary Wharf.
June 23, 2003... London Underground Canary Wharf tube station now boasts a European Installation Bus (EIB) based intelligent building solution, thanks to Andromeda Telematics. The system provides complete control over the lighting schemes and prevailing...

Shelters and canopies.
June 23, 2003... Practical yet unusual designs are the hallmark of the Abacus range of shelters and canopies, supplied over the years to all the UK's major transport undertakings. For Hillsborough the company has designed and manufactured three SA style...

Lantern for multi storeys.
June 23, 2003... The Limpet2 lantern has been designed specifically for multi-storey car parks, states Urbis. The challenge was to ensure enough light distribution between parked cars and on the roadway. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

At your service.
June 23, 2003... Consulting engineers Roberts & Partners' Madrid office has been involved with the design of mechanical and electrical services for Heron City Valencia. The complex offers luxury sport facilities and restaurants as well as Spain's second...

Cable can be energy saver.
June 23, 2003... For energy saving, Adaptaflex is introducing energy management systems into its portfolio from the Elkay range of cable management products. The range includes lighting timers, heating controls and energy switches and is designed for use...

Changing needs met.
June 23, 2003... Many customer benefits are offered by Eaton MEM 250's Memstyle socket outlet range to address changing needs in the marketplace, such as use of IT equipment. Features include a choice of rocker positions - outboard or inboard; two or more...

A first at Cambridge.
June 23, 2003... This special system of overhead service units for laboratories has just been completed at Cambridge Science Park by Marshall Tufflex. It called for an unusual gantry system for the laboratories, a requirement which was met by the Marshall...

I second that Emotion.
June 23, 2003... Following a successful design collaboration between Zumtobel Staff and Luxmate, Emotion has been created in conjunction with Milanese designer Matteo Thun. This radical departure from the usual complex lighting control systems is clear and...

Suspended ceilings specified for commitment to environment.
June 23, 2003... Suspended ceilings from Ecophon have been specified as part of a complete refit of the 1970s Shell UK Exploration and Production offices in Aberdeen. Ecophon Focus D tiles were specified on the strength of the company's commitment to the...

Maple board finish.
June 23, 2003... Said to be ideal in any modern minimalist setting, Chagford Maple MFC board finish from Caberdecor offers a soft pearl surface texture for cabinetry, bedroom and kitchen furniture. The Caberdecor range encompasses 62 woodgrains, metallics,...

Jade hits the floor.
June 23, 2003... A member company of The Association of Spanish Tile Manufacturers, Halcon Ceramicas has introduced its Jade series of porcelain tiles to the UK. Ideal for interior or exterior flooring installations, the rustic- looking tiles are available...

Steel partitioning.
June 23, 2003... Manufactured by Troax, the Excalibur range of modular, double skin, steel partitioning has been used to construct a series of offices and amenities areas, including rest rooms, wash rooms and seating areas, throughout the Birmingham production...

Keeping the peace and minding the queues.
June 23, 2003... A unique queuing system for Virgin, featuring elegant, curved beams, has been created by Tensator as part of a dynamic new refurbishment of Manchester Piccadilly Station. The Tensator Electronic Call Forward (ECF) system in Virgin Trains'...

Wherever I hang my hat.
June 23, 2003... Now available from Higrade Hardware is a hat, coat and umbrella stand designed by the German manufacturer Vieler and said to be ideally suited to upmarket offices, hotels and other such situations. The stand comprises a substantial dark...