28 October 2014

Kingspan Kooltherm rainscreen board for mass spectrometry HQ

Facade insulation for the new Waters Corporation mass spectrometry headquarters in Wilmslow includes 20,000 m2 of Kooltherm K15 Rainscreen Board Waters Corporation consolidated 4 existing sites in the local area to create the new 19,753 m2 facility largest single site globally committed to the support and development of mass spectrometry systems set in 37 acre[…]

  • 28 October 2014

27 October 2014

Single ply vapour membrane extends modular building life

The modular buildings were leaking badly and new roofs were needed. Contractor CC Roofing stripped the original roof and then mechanically fix Protan SE1.2mm single ply vapour permeable membrane to 18mm OSB board. Balancing cost and potential longevity Protan single ply vapour permeable membrane was used in refurbishing the roof of the new premises for WC[…]

  • 27 October 2014

27 October 2014

Do watered down energy efficiency targets mean a lost opportunity?

Lost opportunity of a generation Making the world a better place doesnt happen overnight. It takes ambition and time – lots of time. Yesterday, the European Council watered down the European Unions energy efficiency targets for 2030 to 27%. Overnight we lost 16 years. And we lost our ambition. Barry Lynham, Group Director of Strategy[…]

  • 27 October 2014

27 October 2014

Ceiling tile diffuser features discrete lay

Waterloo Air Products’ LCT20 ceiling tile diffuser (in black) Designed not to be seen The new LCT20 lay on ceiling tile diffuser is a key part of the comprehensive range of ceiling products Waterloo Air Products. available in a range of sizes to suit specific flow ranges supplied in black (RAL9005) as standard optional acoustic[…]

  • 27 October 2014

24 October 2014

Chamber Assembly unit offers over 16 connection possibilities

The 315mm Shallow Access Chamber Assembly unit enables merchants to maximise profitability with minimal stockholding and provide a versatile solution with over 16 connection possibilities. Manufactured using durable polypropylene and PVC, the 315mm diameter assembly is lightweight, strong and durable and consists of a chamber base, riser and choice of two covers for pedestrian and[…]

  • 24 October 2014

23 October 2014

Avocet’s Affinity hardware available on three day composite doors

The full suite includes hinges, locks, handles, letterplates, knockers and numbers Affinity is available in the colours chrome, gold and matt black and features a 3D adjustable butt-hinge that is slim and can be adjusted in three dimensions including vertical, horizontal and compression for quick and easy installation. The ABS snap secure lock with anti-bump,[…]

  • 23 October 2014

23 October 2014

Soil and rainwater fittings eradicate problem of cross threading

‘Cross threaded’ problems are eliminated due to the removal of a threaded access cap connection to the housing of the main body, whilst the 103mm opening allows for easy access to the pipework system for testing and maintenance procedures. Cross threading makes air testing difficult The fittings are impossible to cross thread due to the[…]

  • 23 October 2014

23 October 2014

FENSA says installers must provide IBG for no CPS Registration

Insurance Backed Guarantees FENSA warns window installers that without an Insurance Backed Guarantees (IBGs) they will have no CPS registration The system set up by FENSA and its Approved Insurance Providers means automatic notification of installations from FENSA to the insurance company automatic issuing of the IBG policies direct from the insurance company to the[…]

  • 23 October 2014

23 October 2014

Multi-point lock for secure locking and quick escape

The lock is resistant against casual or opportunist attack via brute force Integrated within thermal doorsets from Jack Aluminium Systems, Kestrel Aluminium Systems and Kaye Building Systems, the Sentinel M commercial multipoint lock provides building occupiers with a quick and safe way of escaping without needing prior knowledge of how to use the device. Following[…]

  • 23 October 2014

22 October 2014

Fire rated insulating glass units available from M5 Glass Centre

M5 Glass Centre has started production of fire rated insulating glass units Fire rated insulating glass units M5 Glass began production of fire rated insulating glass units after completion of testing with Pilkington’s and engaging with their external production auditors, to ensure the correct standards of production were being followed and fully supported by Pilkington’s[…]

  • 22 October 2014