11 August 2015

Automatic security doors meet PAS 24 standards

The Gilgen SLX-M RC3 automatic sliding door system was assessed by UKAS approved EXOVA Warrington Fire, who translated existing test evidence to support conformity to PAS 24. Commercial security solution Commercial buildings with a high risk of break-in or attack, such as banks and jewellers, require an entrance that is both secure and welcoming to[…]

  • 11 August 2015

07 August 2015

Architectural aluminium glazing products enhance green credentials

Working in conjunction with CF 77 bi-folding doors and CS 68 aluminium doors and windows, Reynaers’ curtain walling product CW50 has been used to maximise the amount of light and space in the property The property – named Green Acres – was constructed by Fusion Glazing; the fabricators were keen to incorporate energy efficient materials,[…]

  • 07 August 2015

05 August 2015

Timber fire doors prepared for new school term

The timber fire door manufacturer is also collaborating with a number of architects and contractors which are specifying the Education Range for new build and redevelopments in the future. Current projects Ahmarra’s projects include the full refurbishment of St Augustine’s academy in Maidstone and an innovative Low Carbon Building at the University of East Anglia.[…]

  • 05 August 2015

03 August 2015

Window and door products outlined for social housing specifiers

CMS recently hosted over 70 Scottish social housing leaders at the CMS Innovation Hub to debate how the latest building technology can be deployed to meet government targets to cut fuel poverty. Chaired by Norman Kerr of Energy Action Scotland, the CIH seminar also included a keynote speech by the Scottish Government Minister for Housing[…]

  • 03 August 2015

24 July 2015

SBD-compliant aluminium windows and doors offer optimum security

In 2014, the Government announced the October 2015 timeframe to deliver a simplified system for setting standards in the design and construction of new homes. SBD-accredited glazing products Reynaers at Home’s ranges of window, door and sliding doors systems have achieved the desirable Secured by Design ’Police Preferred Specification’, ensuring that these systems fall within[…]

  • 24 July 2015

20 July 2015

Bespoke sliding doors specified for contemporary Spanish villa

Casa Las Palmeras was designed by architect Valentín de Madariaga and his fabricator partner Grupo Moncada. They used a total of 18 sets of sliding patio doors throughout the home, to create a smooth transition from interior to exterior. Bespoke sliding doors The sliding doors were designed by Reynaers based on the Hi-Finity system. The[…]

  • 20 July 2015

10 July 2015

New automatic sliding door combines aesthetics with security

DORMA’s Secure model is the latest addition to its FLEX family. Alongside the ST FLEX and ST FLEX Green models, the new automatic sliding door has been designed to provide an aesthetically pleasing door system for contemporary properties. ST FLEX Secure automatic sliding door has been developed to provide anti-intruder and anti-vandalism protection, whilst maintaining[…]

  • 10 July 2015

10 July 2015

Automatic and manual door operators specified for Listed council building

Automatic door operators To ensure ease of use, whilst allowing for electronic locking, GEZE’s Slimdrive EMD-F electromechanical swing door operators were specified. The 7cm operators were installed in the Council Chamber, which features large wooden doors at 2.4 metres high. The EMD-F operators were supplied especially for these doors, as well as several wooden and[…]

  • 10 July 2015

30 June 2015

Reynaers CS 86 aluminium doors and window system upgraded

A modification to CS 86 now allows for the exterior installation of glazing panels, thus avoiding the need to transport glass through buildings. The development also allows the use of larger and heavier glazed panels, including triple glazing up to 500kg. A modification to CS 86 allows glazing panels to be installed on the outside.[…]

  • 30 June 2015

18 June 2015

GEZE sliding doors specified for Bannockburn Visitor Centre

Bannockburn Visitor Centre is entered through a wedge-shaped lobby which features two GEZE ISO automatic sliding doors, powered by Slimdrive SL operators. The lobby contributes to the building’s sustainability by ensuring an even temperature is maintained inside. The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre was recently opened to coincide with the Battle’s 700th anniversary. The Slimdrive[…]

  • 18 June 2015