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29 September 2014

Aperio contactless RFID technology added to wireless lock range

Posted on by KoruEditor

Aperio battery powered locks with smart card readers support iCLASS by HID, MIFARE, and MIFARE DESFire Compatible low-frequency RFID technologies include HID Prox/EM410 (125 kHz). Online Aperio escutcheons now also support LEGIC 13.56 MHz RFID technologies Advant, Prime ISO/IEC 14443 UID, ISO/IEC 15693 UID. Other systems soon to launch include Aperio cylinder support for LEGIC[…]

  • 29 September 2014

  • 29 September 2014

29 September 2014

Paint specification CPD gains RIBA approval

Posted on by KoruEditor

The CPD delves further into three key subjects – the extraction of raw materials, the manufacturing process and its performance when in use, with special focus on how correct paint specification can impact the sustainability of a project. The widespread use of environmental rating systems such as BREEAM, Ska and LEED, the launch of the[…]

  • 29 September 2014

26 September 2014

Warnings about deafness & tinnitus caused by excessive noise on building sites

Posted on by KoruEditor

Use the link above to access the complete Johnson Law infographic on Industrial Deafness and Tinnitus David Johnson from Johnson Law “If a job consistently exposes employees to noise levels of 80dB or more, then they are at risk of developing industrial deafness or tinnitus”. Although call centres, night clubs, bars and factories are among[…]

  • 26 September 2014

26 September 2014

Warnings about deafness and tinnitus caused by excessive noise on building sites

Posted on by bt-editor

Use the link above to access the complete Johnson Law infographic on Industrial Deafness and Tinnitus David Johnson from Johnson Law ñIf a job consistently exposes employees to noise levels of 80dB or more, then they are at risk of developing industrial deafness or tinnitusî. Although call centres, night clubs, bars and factories are among[…]

  • 26 September 2014

25 September 2014

External Wall Insulation system contributes to project award win

Posted on by KoruEditor

The Swistherm EWI system with Acrylic Brick Slips was specified for use on the La Collette High Rise, St Helier project, helping to secure the Jersey Electricity Sustainability Award for Morris Architects at the 2014 Jersey Construction Council Awards. The system is designed for use in both refurbishment and new build projects and is BBA[…]

  • 25 September 2014

25 September 2014

Joist treatment ideal for application during construction of floating floors

Posted on by KoruEditor

Offering an economical alternative to composite flooring without significantly affecting product performance, the integral hardboard slats produce a firm, smooth surface to support a variety of chipboard, OSB or plywood T&G flooring boards. Ideal for use over timber joists in new build and refurbishment projects, Hush-Felt 25 produces excellent results when used as past of[…]

  • 25 September 2014

25 September 2014

Fire alarm system provides safety and reliability at London Underground

Posted on by KoruEditor

Fire Systems Ltd, worked alongside Kingfell Engineering, NG Bailey Rail and BAM Nuttall to design, supply and install the fire alarm system to the site, achieving a high standard of functionality and reliability across the wide range of facilities in the event of an emergency. Fire Systems produced their system around Kentec Syncro analogue addressable[…]

  • 25 September 2014

25 September 2014

Fire control panel features wireless detectors and sounder beacons

Posted on by KoruEditor

The building, commonly used as a holiday let for visitors to the area, specified the control panel after realising the need to upgrade the existing stand-alone battery powered smoke detectors/sounders. CSG Fire and Security Ltd designed and fitted the system, which features a mix of Hyfire wireless system thermal detectors, wireless optical smoke detectors and[…]

  • 25 September 2014

25 September 2014

Inverter and Generator systems provide unlimited power during outages

Posted on by KoruEditor

Weekly power cuts and frequent bad weather was the cause of regular damp problems and damage in the basement of the house, with a previous waterproofing system being inadequately installed and leaving the property unable to cope with the high volumes of water during the power outage. The Victron Quattro Inverter was specified in order[…]

  • 25 September 2014