27th July 2011

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DRAMATIC SIMPLIFICATION OF PLANNING GUIDANCE TO ENCOURAGE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
A new, simpler framework for the planning system that safeguards the environment while meeting the need for sustainable growth has been published for consultation today by Planning Minister Greg Clark..... read more
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PUT SADOLIN TO THE TEST
Specifiers are invited to see firsthand the unique qualities of Sadolin this summer, with a new promotion offering a free, no obligation trial of the premium woodcare brand’s most popular decorative and protective products for exterior woodwork. The ‘Great Sample Pot Giveaway’ runs from the 29th June to the 10th August and will see Sadolin give away thousands of individual ‘tester’ pots of Sadolin Classic, Extra, Ultra, Superdec and Woodshield on a new website at www.sadolin5000pots.co.uk ..... read more
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BETTEFLOOR FLOOR-LEVEL SHOWER SURFACE RANGE EXTENDED
As the first floor-level steel/enamel shower surface, the BETTEFLOOR (from BETTE) has led in the field of flush-to-floor showers. The range is now being extended with the introduction of a stylish white matt option (to add to the already extensive colour range) and an expanded range of sizes – which brings the size options to 48. Awarded six well-known design prizes, the BETTEFLOOR shower area is the hygienic alternative to tiled shower areas..... read more
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UP AND DOWN AT THE JUNCTION WITH STANNAH
It’s Europe’s busiest station with more than 180 trains per hour and over 430,000 passengers a day using 17 platforms. No wonder Clapham Junction was a priority for easier accessibility. Stannah’s Major Projects Team, in partnership with main contractor Osborne, haa completed the challenging installation of nine passenger lifts, where previously there were none. All the passenger lifts at Clapham are bespoke solutions for a unique site. Each 16-person two-stop hydraulic lift was designed by Stannah..... read more
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SIMPSON LAUNCH NEW RANGE OF CHEMICAL ANCHORS AND FIXINGS
Simpson Strong-Tie has launched an innovative new range of chemical anchors and fixings, adding to its impressive portfolio of revolutionary products and services. Designed to meet the needs of a comprehensive set of applications, the range includes the Poly-GP, the ETA approved AT-HP resin and, completing the range for particularly high specifications is the SETXP - a pure epoxy resin. Available in a variety of cartridge sizes the resins are complimented by Simpson’s range of threaded rods...... read more
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‘WHY AUTOMATE WINDOWS' PART 3 - CONTROL AND CONTRACTUAL PROCESS
In this third and final part of the introduction to automating windows SE Controls look at how to control actuators in order to offer building users the most flexible and sustainable methods of achieving the ultimate goal - good air quality. The simplest method of control is by wiring actuators up to a single on / off switch which will offer either an open or closed window condition for one or many windows wired together. A more sophisticated, but still a simple solution, is to have the windows operable on a ‘rocker’ type switch..... read more
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MAKING A SPLASH WITH HEAT RECOVERY AT BREAN LEISURE
Aquamat, were specified to provide an energy saving pool cover to Brean Leisure Water Park’s new indoor complex. Aquamat designed, manufactured and installed the new 25 metre x 13 metre heat retention pool cover. The 6mm thick covers are made from heavy duty closed cell polyethylene foam, which makes them particularly suitable for use on school or commercial pools and spas as they save up to 60% on fuel bills due to the reduction in heat loss from the surface of the pool..... read more
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