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

16 October 2014

Alutec rainwater and eaves solutions at Homebuilding & Renovating Show

Tudor downpipe system from Alutec Seminar: 5 Reasons to use Aluminium Eaves Systems Michael Pritchett, Area Sales Manager at Alutec, will be speaking on Saturday 8th November, starting at 11:30am, at a seminar entitled ‘5 Reasons to use Aluminium Eaves Systems’, explaining the benefits of an aluminium system Alutec products featured will include: Tudor downpipe[…]

  • 16 October 2014

14 October 2014

PVC-U products displaying at roofing, cladding & insulation show

The PVC-U Tudor Board will be displayed alongside a decorative roofline and gutter system The high strength, high volume guttering system, SuperDeep 170 will be showcased, designed to handle a much higher flow rate than standard guttering systems and suitable for commercial and agricultural building applications. The diversity and flexibility of the Swish product range[…]

  • 14 October 2014

22 September 2014

Roofline products allow for bespoke installations with good aesthetics

The apartment block features a double fascia dormer detail using the company’s roofline products, with General Purpose Board being used for one level, and Vented General Purpose Board being used for the other level to provide ventilation. Each dormer is constructed to slope slightly from front to back to allow rainwater to discharge itself into[…]

  • 22 September 2014

16 September 2014

PVC panelling system creates stylish interior and reduces maintenance

The panelling was installed in each ensuite in the 87 bedrooms over a 12 month period, specified in Pastel Grey and Black Marble for the bath panels to create a stylish and clean interior that will appeal to visitors. The Geopanel interior decorative panelling system includes a standard 250m panel for walls and ceilings and[…]

  • 16 September 2014

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14 July 2014

SuDS must be introduced early on in the planning process to mitigate flood risk

Sustainable drainage mimics natural drainage processes by allowing rainfall to soak into the ground where possible or by delaying discharges. Reducing both the volume and rate of surface water run-off to sewers and watercourses, this helps to improve water quality, ecology and amenity value of watercourses. It is important, however, to remember that there is[…]

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