FLAG-SOPREMA WORLD GREEN ROOF CONGRESS PREMIUM SPONSOR
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Flag-Soprema UK Ltd has become a 'Premium Sponsor' of the forthcoming World Green Roof Congress in London on 15th and 16th September. Managing Director Steve Greaves commented, “The comprehensive nature of Optigreen systems enables us to accommodate specifications of considerable complexity and diversity. Recent projects such as the green roofs installed at Addenbrooke’s hospital will provide the ideal platform to discuss developments and research initiatives with designers and experts from across the world”.
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HYDROTECH CHOSEN FOR GLASGOW’S NEW LANDMARK TOWER
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Hydrotech MM6125 structural waterproofing from Alumasc has been chosen for Glasgow’s latest landmark building in a major regeneration project. Designed by Aedas Architects of Glasgow, Anderston Phase 5 is a £56million mixed-use development from Taylor Wimpey. Alumasc approved installer BriggsAmasco were active in the specification of Hydrotech MM6125, which they recommended to the architects as a durable, more cost effective alternative to mastic asphalt, and which also offered the benefit of not requiring a screed.
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SMART SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS WITH SATINJET™
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Methven Satinjet™ showerheads, available from Deva in the UK, are a hit with people who want to save water and energy without compromising on the design or performance of their shower. Using nine litres of water a minute, Satinjet™ can save up to 40% on energy and water with each shower taken, subject to individual water and heating systems. With lifetime parts guarantee and models for domestic and commercial applications. More Website
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PROTECT PEOPLE AND PROPERTY WITH ACO’S NEW ANTI-FLOODING DEVICES
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ACO Building Drainage, the specialist in drainage systems and corrosion resistant building products, has introduced a new range of backflow valves developed to provide unrivalled protection for both private and commercial properties that are vulnerable to flooding. Called the ACO QUATRIX® series, these automated anti-flooding devices are ideal for grey and black water applications, offering extremely reliable operation with a long service life, and are simple to install and maintain using standard 110 and 160mm diameter pipes.
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CONCRETE RENOVATION - GET UP-TO-DATE ....
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A brand new CD-ROM containing audio-visual programmes and advice notes, describing and illustrating the essential considerations needed for resolving the problems of ailing concrete, has just been introduced by the CRA. Request your FREE-OF-CHARGE copy (or memory stick) now by emailing: publications@cra.org.uk Concrete repair work demands specialist know-how and technical capability. All full CRA members must demonstrate a proven track record, proven capability, compliance with the CRA codes of practice, its training scheme and BS EN 9000.
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ELLIOTT OFF-SITE BUILDING SOLUTIONS CREATES LOW CARBON SCHOOL BUILDING
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Elliott Off-Site Building Solutions has completed a prestigious new building at Hayes School in Bromley, Kent. Known as M-Block, the building creates a new school library, student support facilities, speech and language class, along with provision of a new state-of-the-art facility for Media, English and PE teaching. Creating a building with a reduced carbon footprint was achieved by using Elliott Off-Site Building Solutions innovative hybrid construction techniques, along with a range of sustainable design features. More Website
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THE WORLD’S FIRST GARDEN CITY GIVEN NEW LEASE OF LIFE WITH ULTRASCAPE’S MORTAR PAVING SYSTEM
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Letchworth Garden City’s Town Centre has undergone a dramatic transformation with the help of Ultrascape (from Instarmac) bedding mortar, primer and innovative flowable grout. The BS 7533 compliant mortar paving system was used to revitalise the historic UK tourist area by the team from Skanska UK. Since the project began in May 2009 Skanska had been developing the new ‘town square’ with Ultrascape Pro-Bed HS bedding mortar, Pro-Prime slurry primer and Flowpoint flowable grout. More Website
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FREE STANDING WORKTOP FRAME ADDED TO INDIVO KITCHEN RANGE
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Pressalit Care has extended its range of Indivo height-adjustable kitchen lifters with a free-standing worktop frame. Giving a height variation of up to 300mm, the stable and secure worktop frame provides access for wheelchair users from all four sides. The range has further been enhanced with a manual lifting option across its worktop range, giving a more economical alternative alongside the existing electric switch or hand held control operation. Indivo lifters have been designed with a focus on flexibility.
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PARAMOUNT INTRODUCES VEKA VS AND OFFERS 'B' RATING AS STANDARD
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Long-standing VEKA fabricator, Paramount Systems, is once again demonstrating its commitment to customer service, by supplying 'B'-rated windows as standard. Sales and Marketing Manager Barry Hurst explains: “These energy-efficient products are endorsed by the Energy Saving Trust and are therefore allowed to carry the organisation's recommendation label.” In an effort to continually broaden their product offering, Grosvenor has unveiled a stunning new range of orangeries, and both companies have adopted the high-spec VEKA Vertical Slider. More Website
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