15 June 2015

IKO Polymeric celebrates 10 year anniversary

Based in Clay Cross, Chesterfield, the division has grown significantly since its formation. Initially only focusing on its Spectraplan TPE roofing membrane, IKO Polymeric now considers itself a ‘one-stop shop’ for high-performance waterproofing solutions, with a range of single ply roofing systems including its Armourplan PVC membrane. IKO Polymeric: 10 Years of Innovation Due to[…]

  • 15 June 2015

11 June 2015

Fibre Cement Slates Guide made available from Cembrit

The 80-page book, titled entitled ‘A Guide to Double Lap Slating with Fibre Cement Slates’ provides a full explanation on technical specification, design considerations, colour availability and installation advice. The guide provides a full explanation on technical specification, design considerations, colour availability and installation advice. Ged Ferris, Marketing Manager of Cembrit: “Cembrit has been manufacturing[…]

  • 11 June 2015

11 June 2015

Vortice’s Leto fans specified for Leasowes view development

Built in 2005 using simple Georgian styling, the building has been remodelled into an exclusive collection of twenty two apartments and studios, including a penthouse with a roof terrace and garden room.   Built in 2005, the building has been remodelled into an exclusive collection of twenty two apartments and studios. Vort Leto’s energy saving[…]

  • 11 June 2015

08 June 2015

New website for roof windows, loft ladders and accessories

The website fulfils the latest contemporary design with an intuitive navigation for a user friendly experience, and is compatible with all mobile devices. Fakro’s extensive range of products is available online. Content has been developed to meet the needs of general browsers, installers and specifiers with scope provided to compare product features on the page[…]

  • 08 June 2015

08 June 2015

Unobtrusive light tunnels by Fakro

The Fakro SF light tunnel has been developed to feature:   Light tunnels have popular for providing natural light to windowless areas. An unobtrusive design using a roof window profile. Highly efficient mirrors and light ducting, giving 98% light transference. Integrated flashing, with a self-adhesive strip to aid installation over profiled tiles. Options are available[…]

  • 08 June 2015

05 June 2015

Gilberts of Blackpool specified for orang-utan enclosure

In creating its new orang-utan enclosure, Chester Zoo wanted the ventilation to mirror air movement in the animals’ natural habitat of tropical rainforest, with air rising and blowing among the branches. However, the system needed to be orang-utan proof. Gilberts’ solution, for contractor Crown House Technologies, was to create galvanized plenum boxes each housing 3no[…]

  • 05 June 2015

05 June 2015

Sika Sarnafil specified for various award-winning projects

NFRC National Roofing Awards Sika Sarnafil at the NFRC National Roofing Awards The Joseph Black Building at the King’s Buildings Campus at the University of Edinburgh most recently won the Single Ply Roofing category at the NFRC National Roofing Awards. The refurbishment was recognised for its outstanding workmanship, as well as the aesthetic qualities of[…]

  • 05 June 2015

05 June 2015

Swish selected for Newcastle home refurbishment scheme

Swish’s Sustainable Rainwater products contain up to 84% recycled content – a combination of old windows and guttering systems – which can save up to 70% in CO2 output during the production process. YHN manages council houses on behalf of Newcastle City Council. The products are two-tone; the recycled material is grey and is co-extruded[…]

  • 05 June 2015

05 June 2015

Portable show-suite developed using Protan SE membrane

The ‘gull-wing’ prefabricated buildings comprise two 10m x 3m sections that are easily craned into position and abutted from one site to another. Currently 22 units are being produced for sites across the country. Avant brands Ben Bailey and Bett Homes have previously specified Protan SE Each section is roofed in the factory using Protan[…]

  • 05 June 2015

03 June 2015

Spectradek roof panel specified for distribution centre

Spectraplan TPE systems combine features of thermoplastics and elastomerics. One of the major benefits of TPE membranes is its excellent welding characteristics. It has a wide welding window with operating temperatures from 200°C to 650°C and can be mechine welded at speeds of up to seven linear metres per minute. Spectradek was specified for Farmfoods[…]

  • 03 June 2015