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News Release from: Marley Eternit | Subject: BBA Certification
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 11 November 2003
Sucess As Eternit Slates Secure BBA
Certification
Eternit Slates, the UK's leading double-lap slate manufacturer have recently renewed and extended its certification from the British Board of Agrement (BBA).
Eternit Slates, the UK's leading double-lap slate manufacturer, can now offer peace-of-mind as well as aesthetic, lightweight and long-lasting roofing products, having recently renewed and extended its certification from the British Board of Agrement (BBA) The BBA has awarded its Technical Approval for Construction to all the products in the Eternit slate range, reinforcing their position as the UK's number one choice for both designers and installers
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 30 Nov 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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As all Eternit slates are now manufactured in the UK, BBA certification was extended to cover Rivendale slates, with an aesthetic dressed edge and textured surface similar to natural slate, and E3000 slates, again with a dressed edge, and ideal for complex roofs and renovation.
Certification was also renewed for the cost effective Thrutone slates, offering a classic smooth finish and E2000T, which also provides a textured look.
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All four slate ranges were rigorously tested to conform to UK Building Standards and Construction Regulations.
No matter what the project, there is an Eternit slate with BBA certification to suit the job and the budget.
The design, strength and durability were amongst the attributes analysed by the BBA, who certified Eternit slates with a life expectancy of over 30 years and confirmed the slates are compliant with installation recommendations.
Carrying BBA certification and as well as offering a wide variety of styles and economic prices, the lightweight and durable Eternit slates are the top choice for all roofing applications.
The thorough testing by BBA of Eternit slates involved laboratory trials, user surveys and an examination of the manufacturing process.
Choosing Eternit Slates now offers assurance that the manufacture, fitting and performance of the product range carries BBA certification and is the secure option for the roofing industry.
The certificates, which include a master document, then a further document on each of the 4 products, are available to download electronically from www.eternitslates.co.uk, which also contains a wealth of information on slates and slating.
All Eternit slates also carry an 'A' rating for excellent environmental performance from the Building Research Establishment Environmental Profiles Scheme (BREEM).
Eternit Slates offer a free technical advice service via phone, fax, letter or e-mail.
Guidance is available on a number of issues including estimates, specifications, installation, and building regulations.
When unrivalled technical backup is combined with BBA Certification, only Eternit Slates offers peace of mind that the completed roof will function exactly as designed, integrating, complimenting and enhancing the building it covers. Request a free brochure from Marley Eternit ...
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