08 June 2021

Contour: Minimising Stash Points In PICUs

Posted on 8th June 2021 by Max Banner

It’s important to minimise stash points in Psychiatric Intensive Care Units (PICUs), because even a 2mm gap could be used as a stash point for contraband, explains Contour…

07 June 2021

Contour: Design Considerations For Section 136 Suites – A Guide For Specifiers

Posted on 7th June 20214th June 2021 by Max Banner

Architects and specifiers must seek ways to ensure Section 136 suites are as secure and comfortable as possible. Contour explains more in this piece…

04 June 2021

Contour: Section 136 Suites – Achieving A Calm Environment

Posted on 4th June 20214th June 2021 by Max Banner

If you have an involvement in the design or specification of a section 136 suite, Contour run through how you can achieve a calm environment…

25 May 2021

Contour: Minimising Ligatures In Section 136 Suites

Posted on 25th May 2021 by Max Banner

The vulnerability of individuals using Section 136 suites means furniture, fixtures, and fittings must maintain safety standards to provide security, explains Contour…

26 April 2021

Contour: Selecting Air Conditioning Guards For High Secure Mental Health Units

Posted on 26th April 2021 by Max Banner

When considering the right air conditioning unit for psychiatric intensive care units (PICUs), several factors are at play, explains Contour…

19 April 2021

Contour: Selecting Radiators For High Secure Mental Health Units

Posted on 19th April 202119th April 2021 by Max Banner

Architects and specifiers must ensure a PICU is as secure and comfortable as possible – Contour explain more about selecting radiators in PICUs…

16 April 2021

Contour: Are LST Radiators Appropriate For High Secure Mental Health Units?

Posted on 16th April 202116th April 2021 by Max Banner

For heating solutions in PICUs, you may be thinking about an LST radiator, but is it the best solution? Contour discusses…

01 April 2021

Top tips from Contour for specifying Air Conditioning Guards in Section 136 Suites

Posted on 1st April 2021 by Max Banner

When specifying air conditioning guards in Section 136 Suites, there are key features you’ll need to consider, explain Contour…

01 April 2021

Contour – Hygiene Considerations For Section 136 Suites

Posted on 1st April 2021 by Max Banner

Easy access for cleaning and maintenance is key for air conditioning (AC) units and LST radiators in Section 136 suites, as Contour explain here…

29 March 2021

Contour – Minimising Stash Points in Section 136 Suites

Posted on 29th March 2021 by Max Banner

Contour look at minimising stash points in Section 136 suites, which provide security for those arrested under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act.

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