SPP Pumps Helping To Protect Singapore’s Landmark Developments
‘The Star’ – Singapore’s striking new complex is now well under construction with completion expected during the second half of 2012. The building has been designed to meet world class acoustic, environmental, comfort and fire safety standards. An integral part of this cutting-edge fire safety package, SPP Pumps is supplying two off Multi Stage Multi Outlet fire pump sets, which were chosen because they have LPC approval. SPP is one of the few pump manufacturers who have had their sprinkler and wet riser pumps subjected to the stringent performance and reliability tests of specialist fire approval laboratories worldwide – a fitting choice for the protection of such an iconic development.
Further information from Claire Comber, SPP Pumps, Theale Cross, Pincents Lane, Calcot, Reading, Berks RG31 7SP. Tel: 0118 932 3123. E-mail: claire_comber@spppumps.com Web: www.spppumps.com
Modular Wiring Systems Used At Kings Cross Station
Modular Wiring Systems, a subsidiary of electrical cable manufacturer Tratos Ltd, has designed, manufactured and supplied modular power and lighting distribution systems for Kings Cross Station in London, a Grade I listed building. Working to English Heritage’s strict guidelines to protect the station building, Modular Wiring Systems has designed the distribution systems to run mainly under-floor through key parts of the Western Range. Such restrictions require exceptional system flexibility, which was found in the products and design process. Other benefits of a modular wiring system are quick installation with reduced labour, whilst improving the quality of the finished system as potential risks posed by on-site conditions are eliminated.
Further information from Modular Wiring Systems. Tel: 01753 566700. E-mail: info@modwire.com Web: www.modularwiring.com
Fläkt Woods Fans Installed As The Main Ventilation For The Hindhead Tunnel
Fläkt Woods has supplied the main ventilation in the form of 43 of their 1120mm diameter JMTS horizontally mounted smoke vent category: 250°C for two hour type jetfans to be mounted within the road tunnels as well as 34 JM axial fans for the cross passage sections of the twin bore A3 Hindhead project.
Ventilation in tunnels is required for normal and emergency operation. During normal operation, its purpose is to provide a clean air environment and to maintain reasonable temperatures. During emergency operation, ventilation is needed to influence the flow of smoke and combustion products to create a safer environment for tunnel users to escape.
Further information from Sarah Hewes, Fläkt Woods Limited, Axial Way, Colchester, Essex CO4 5ZD. Tel: 01206 222619. Web: www.flaktwoods.co.uk
Sika Launches Online Waterproofing Specification Tool
SikaSpec, the innovative online specification tool, has been enhanced with the addition of functionality for the creation of comprehensive waterproofing specifications. Created by global building products manufacturer, Sika, the tool has been designed to offer an efficient, accurate and reliable method of producing specifications for the complex refurbishment of existing basements, as well as new build structures, to meet Grades 1 to 3 of the BS 8102: 2009 Code of Practice. The new waterproofing option extends the technical ability of the solution, whilst building on a proven formula by providing architects, specifiers and contractors with additional functionality.
Further information from Sika. E-mail: sales@uk.sika.com
Safety At Your Fingertips With New Arco Website
Arco is bringing safety right up to date with the launch of the new Arco website, which features a modern look, improved navigation and product advice, plus the new product advisor function to help customers find the right safety equipment for the job. With the largest range of safety products available, the new Arco website is an excellent reference tool for safety managers, business owners and workers looking for advice and a wide range of safety clothing, equipment and tools online. The new online product advisor function guides customers through a search to ensure they are recommended the appropriate product for the job.
Further information from Arco, P.O. Box 21, Waverly Street, Hull HU1 2SJ. Tel: 01482 611478. E-mail: sales@arco.co.uk Web: www.arco.co.uk
New Superstrong Composite Timber Decking A World’s First
A new heavy-duty composite timber decking that could transform public walkways has been launched by Dura Composites. The new decking product, Dura Deck 225 HD (Heavy Duty), is stronger than anything else on the market, with a unique below-surface high capacity fixing system. So it’s quicker to lay, safer to walk on, withstands greater loads and lasts far longer than conventional walkway and decking systems – composite or natural wood. Dura Deck provides outstanding weather-proof performance and endurance even in extreme weather conditions, with high strength and beautiful
wood appearance. Dura Deck 225 is ideal for high-traffic public areas where safety and beauty are of utmost importance.
Further information from Stuart Burns, Dura Composites Ltd, Unit 14 Telford Road, Clacton on Sea, Essex CO15 4LP. Tel: 01255 423601. E-mail: stuart@duracomposites.com Web: www.duracomposites.com
Interserve Site Services Open New £2 Million Waste Recycling Facility
Interserve Site Services recently completed a new £2 million state of the art waste recycling facility at Aldridge which will play a key role in assisting the region’s councils, commercial and construction sectors in meeting their landfill reduction targets. The new facility was built by Interserve itself, the
international support services and construction group, of which Interserve Site Services is a part. The new plant is able to process approximately 250,000 tonnes of waste material per year, impressively being able to recycle 95% of all the material it processes, which is especially good news for the
environmental credentials of the area.
Further information from www.interserve.com
Gradient Helps Bring Historic Castle Back From The Brink
A new single-layer tapered roofing insulation system designed by Gradient Flat Roofing has been included as part of a major package of works to convert a historic Derbyshire ruin into a block of 26 luxury apartments. Gradient was chosen for the quality of product and the level of customer service it could bring to the Riber Castle project in Derbyshire. With 25 years’ experience of providing single-layer tapered roofing insulation solutions to its credit, Gradient was ideally placed to handle the work on this 19th century, Grade II listed building. The original roof had disappeared totally, allowing Gradient
to build a complete new roof.
Further information from Richard Milward, Gradient Flat Roofing, Station Road, Four Ashes, Wolverhampton WV10 7DB. Tel: 01902 791888. E-mail: richard.milward@gradientuk.com
Sika’s Car Factory Solution
On a busy car production line random static charges can wreak havoc with sensitive electrical components affecting their reliability and causing equipment failure, This created the challenge for car manufacturers as to how to minimise electro-static build up and discharge. MINI Plant Oxford needed a conductive floor system in its assembly hall so called upon the assistance of Sika who provided its Sikafloor® 262 AS Thixo, a 2-part electrostatically conductive textured epoxy coating. With good chemical and mechanical resistance, this slip resistant flooring system is designed to deliver the ultimate in static control and has an excellent reputation in industries where there is sensitive equipment.
Further information from Sika. E-mail: sales@uk.sika.com
J&P Building Systems’ Ferbox Achieves Ec2 Compliant UK Cares Approval
The FERBOX reinforcement continuity system from J&P Building Systems is the first system of its kind to achieve UK CARES approval assessed to EC2 requirements, making it unique in the market. Reinforcement continuity systems are well established in the UK, but none have faced such comprehensive and thorough assessment as the FERBOX system. In addition to the EC2 compliant approval, the FERBOX system is also one of only two systems of its kind that is tested for vertical
applications. Available in a large number of standard types and special designs available according to customer requirements, the system is able to meet almost any structural connection need.
Further information from Wayne Coulter, J&P Building Systems, Unit 5, Thame Forty, Jane Morbey Road, Thame OX9 3RR. Tel: 01844 215200. E-mail: enquiries@jandpbuildingsystems.com Web: www.jandpbuildingsystems.com
Leaning Brick Panels Secured On Large Commercial Building
The outer leaf brick panels on two main elevations at the Johnson & Johnson Vision Centre in Sunbury on Thames were leaning outwards, becoming progressively worse and raising safety concerns. Constructed just 25 years ago, weak galvanised wire ‘butterfly’ ties had been used which were not
strong enough to support the outer wall. Over 5,000 stainless steel RetroTies from Helifix provided a rapid and reliable solution. Inserted through clearance holes in the brickwork and driven into inner leaf pilot holes, the ties were then resin bonded into the outer leaf to fully secure the brick panels.
Further information from Helifix Ltd, 21 Warple Way, London W3 0RX. Tel: 020 8735 5200. E-mail: info@helifix.co.uk Web: www.helifix.co.uk
KAC Manual Call Points For Legacy Mains Voltage Fire Systems
The latest addition to KAC’s range of manual call points for specialist applications is the MCP6V, an indoor call point for flush or surface mounting that will switch up to 2A at 240VAC mains voltage. Whilst the majority of fire systems in Europe and around the world operate at 24VDC, there are a significant number of legacy mains voltage systems still in commission. The MCP6V is a specially terminated unit fitted with a mains voltage microswitch. Externally identical in size and user interface with the normal low voltage version, featuring warning signs, visible when the operating cassette is removed, to alert installers and service engineers to the presence of high voltage.
Further information from Mark Thomson, KAC Alarm Company, KAC House, Thornhill Road, North Moons Moat, Redditch B98 9ND. Tel: 01527 406655. E-mail: sales@kac.co.uk Web: www.kac.co.uk
St. Helens College gets a Makeover
The Pilkington Planar™ system has been specified for the impressive glass atrium in an extensive redevelopment project at St. Helens College. The Pilkington Planar™ technical and design team worked closely with the client and its design team to develop a modern innovative building to reflect the forward looking ethos of the college. The college’s ageing town centre campus has to be demolished to make way for a new state of the art learning complex, while the existing Smith Kline Beecham buildings were refurbished. The resulting Pilkington Planar™ façade is functional, aesthetically pleasing and creates an excellent internal working environment. It maximises the natural light which adds an environmentally friendly dimension to the new build.
Further information from Pilkington Building Products UK, Unit 1A, Wirral Business Park, Arrowe Brook Road, Upton, Merseyside CH49 1QZ. Tel: 01744 692000. E-mail: pilkington@respond.uk.com Web: www.pilkington.co.uk
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