Award-winning bathroom supplier HiB has released two new ranges to enhance their illuminated mirror offering. Both designed in their own distinct style, with a range of practical features, the Arcane and Cassini mirrors are perfect for use above a bathroom vanity unit and across other areas of the home. Cassini’s
Amtico has refreshed its popular Click Smart luxury vinyl tile (LVT) collection. Featuring five new Scandinavian-inspired Woods, two fresh Stones and a Parquet option, the designs reflect the increasing demand for cleaner, contemporary tones in the build-to-rent (BTR) and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sectors. The loose lay, rigid core LVT
Different ages of the UK’s built heritage are frequently most recognisable from their fenestration patterns as by their roof structure or choice of walling materials – making decisions regarding the windows replacement or conservation critical to the overall success of any redevelopment. So it is that London-based Associated Steel Window
Timber Development has unveiled a comprehensive Timber Skills Action plan in partnership with the HCI Skills Gateway, aimed at equipping the UK construction industry with the necessary skills to increase the use of timber and achieve net-zero targets. With the construction industry responsible for almost 40% of global emissions, and
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland has bolstered its research and development department with the appointment of Mariam Tabarik as Product Innovation Engineer within the Door Group. Mariam began her journey with ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions in 2022 as a Research and Development Intern. Originally from Pakistan, she had
Already well respected across the UK window industry for its high levels of service, product quality and value for money, Tradelink has further enhanced its offer to customers through the introduction of a new range of interior screening solutions: styled to complement the elegant slim lines of its widely specified
Double the light in one installation Leading roof window manufacturer VELUX is launching a new 2in1 roof window available in three variants from March 2023. With the launch of the new 2in1 roof windows, VELUX is further improving its efforts in providing stunning daylight transformations through bigger roof windows that
Cladding and façade contractors can now get aluminium window pods with super-fast delivery from Corrivo. After supplying some bespoke window pods for a number of high-profile projects, the Midlands based fabricator, has now expanded their product offering to meet the needs of architects, specifiers and façade contractors. Surrounding the window
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems has achieved Secured by Design accreditation for its overhead sectional door with burglar-proof window elements (OH1042P), recognising its design qualities to deliver enhanced security, safety and efficiency. Meeting the rigorous testing standards set out by Secured by Design, the industrial door system with window panels is
Rethync supplies and installs Multisite Hoarding, an eco-friendly steel hoarding system that is robust and can be reused site after site. Working with house builders, construction companies, and large corporate businesses across the UK, Rethync Multisite Hoarding helps to create a secure, eco-friendly, and professional looking site hoarding line. Rethync
Award-winning bathroom supplier HiB has released two new ranges to enhance their illuminated mirror offering. Both designed in their own distinct style, with a range of practical features, the Arcane and Cassini mirrors are perfect for use above a bathroom vanity unit and across other areas of the home. Cassini’s clean and modern design concept makes it a versatile mirror suitable for a variety of spaces. With no straight edges, a deep band of illumination around the mirror and a chamfered diffuser to create a gentle glow, the Cassini Curve and Round both offer soft styling that focuses on maximising illumination. The Cassini mirrors are operated using a touchless sensor and feature integrated colour temperature changing technology and a heated pad to reduce condensation on the mirror’s surface, greatly enhancing the user experience after a bath or shower. The Arcane range also includes a heated pad and touchless operation to operate the mirror’s colour-temperature changing-enabled illumination. Available in two finishes, black and brushed brass, with Curve, Round and Pill shapes in a variety of sizes, there is plenty of choice to suit every style of bathroom and requirements. Ash Chilver, HiB Sales Director, said: “Round and curved mirrors have a strong popularity among bathroom designers and these new ranges offer a plethora of options that maximise style, while also offering the features we know our customers love. “Each mirror has been designed to be hung portrait or landscape, opening up wider options for installation within a bathroom design. It’s fantastic to see Arcane and Cassini launched as our latest products to the market and I am looking forward to watching them flourish.” Also new for 2023 is the 100cm Bellus mirror, an expansion to the existing Bellus range in a larger dimension, perfect for offering extra drama and opulence to the space. To see the latest products, visit hib.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Amtico has refreshed its popular Click Smart luxury vinyl tile (LVT) collection. Featuring five new Scandinavian-inspired Woods, two fresh Stones and a Parquet option, the designs reflect the increasing demand for cleaner, contemporary tones in the build-to-rent (BTR) and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sectors. The loose lay, rigid core LVT features a robust locking mechanism that allows individual planks and tiles to be easily clicked together without the need for adhesive. The new Parquet option provides specifiers with even more design flexibility. Parquet is available in six colourways – including Hushed Oak, Scandi Oak, and Nordic Oak – making it easy to achieve a classic aesthetic that is quick and easy to install. Made with up to 20% recycled pre-consumer content, Click Smart’s rigid core technology ensures it is stronger and more resistant to expansion or contraction than other click LVT products. In addition, the flooring is less susceptible to indentation and movement, perfect for catering to the unique demands of the build-to-rent (BTR) and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sectors. The integrated underlay and robust locking mechanism also assist with quick and easy installation, while the 20dB impact sound reduction meets building regulations and is ideal for high-density living spaces where noise reduction is crucial. Click Smart is also suitable for underfloor heating systems that are embedded in screed or beneath a floating timber base. The new range of Click Smart products benefits from the same performance features as Amtico’s core LVT collections, including a 0.55mm wear layer and urethane coating. They are also 100% waterproof to ensure the planks and tiles won’t absorb water or swell/expand. Click Smart is supplied with a 10-year warranty and meets global accreditations including ‘Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort Gold’ and emission class M1 for building materials. For more information about Amtico and its LVT collections, please visit www.amtico.com/commercial. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Different ages of the UK’s built heritage are frequently most recognisable from their fenestration patterns as by their roof structure or choice of walling materials – making decisions regarding the windows replacement or conservation critical to the overall success of any redevelopment. So it is that London-based Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has built a solid reputation far beyond the capital for successfully undertaking some of the most challenging fenestration contracts. ASWS worked in close cooperation with the project’s lead design consultants; as well as coordinating its operations with the main and other contractors. In fact, the multi-generational expertise ASWS offers extends beyond its management team to many of its long-serving workforce; while the company also retains a vast library of ironmongery and other window and door components, together with an established supply chain to keep contracts on track. “ASWS was involved from beginning to end and they were exceptionally helpful, working assiduously right the way through the project. We were very pleased with their proactive approach. From my point of view, they have done remarkably well and came up with the goods; I’m very happy with the result and would certainly go back to them.” – David Loxton – Loxton & Associates – (Project – Alexandra House) Managing Director, Kris Bennell, explains: “As a family business with a long track record within the industry, we are respected for our experience and try to offer added value for architects and the other professionals we deal with; often on a regular basis. In fact, we are frequently brought on board at an early stage to conduct very detailed condition surveys, and to offer ideas on how conservation goals can be achieved. Which then becomes part of the negotiation with the planning authorities.” “There has also been a shift in the way projects are run, with end clients now actively encouraging architects to engage with specialists like ourselves – especially where the main contractor is leading the work. This can include them making use of our enablement service: where we can remove heritage fabric and windows to facilitate access for hoists or chutes, as well as cataloguing and putting frames and other components of historical value into safe storage for the duration.” “We relied on ASWS as specialists to tell us what could and couldn’t be repaired. They were incredibly knowledgeable and their expertise was helpful in understanding what needed to be done with the windows.” Andrew Morgan – JM Architects – (Project – Heals Building) Amongst the many historic buildings where ASWS has provided its unique skillset are Woolwich Arsenal, the South Bank’s County Hall building, The Royal Academy of Arts, the iconic retail emporium Whiteleys and the recently redeveloped Battersea Power Station. Both the Royal Academy and award-winning renovation work on one of the Crown Estate’s most public properties – Quadrant Arcade, on Regent Street – both saw the specialist offering advice to the leading architectural practice, Barr Gazetas. “We regularly use ASWS and the project went really well. The initial schedule of work that they produced was incredibly useful and detailed. It was quite a tricky project for them and they did a good job, especially considering the budgetary constraints and number of windows involved. Their advice and expertise were very helpful, especially with the ironmongery.” Karen Fuller – Barr Gazetas – (Glasshouse and multiple other projects) For more information on ASWS, please visit asws.co.uk. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Timber Development has unveiled a comprehensive Timber Skills Action plan in partnership with the HCI Skills Gateway, aimed at equipping the UK construction industry with the necessary skills to increase the use of timber and achieve net-zero targets. With the construction industry responsible for almost 40% of global emissions, and half of all materials extracted from the environment, experts have identified the use of timber as a key solution to significantly reduce carbon emissions. Engineered products like Cross-Laminated Timber can capture and store carbon in the built environment, resulting in a net benefit of 754CO2/m2 reduction compared to other forms of construction. The Timber Skills Action plan provides an industry-agreed breakdown of the skills and knowledge required for building with timber. This will aid the development of training programmes and support Continuing Professional Development (CPD) progression, enabling built environment professionals to confidently incorporate timber into building designs. David Hopkins, Chief Executive of Timber Development UK, said: “Our ambition is to support every built environment professional to identify and address timber skills and knowledge gaps so the industry can make the best use of timber in construction. “The construction industry faces a steep climb to achieve net zero targets as one of the worst-performing industries. Timber provides a ready-made solution that doesn’t rely on greenwashing, speculative innovations, or progress in other industries to deliver genuine carbon savings in the short and medium term. We now need the construction sector and government to hear this call to action.” To address the skills gap, Timber Development UK has built a coalition across industry, academia, and funders, creating the competency framework at the heart of the plan. The framework already underpins a set of short, practical courses developed by NMITE’s Centre for Advanced Timber Technology (CATT) in partnership with TDUK. The Timber TED (Technical Engineering & Design) courses provide comprehensive and flexible training for modern timber construction methods, enabling professionals to upskill and reskill in this critical area. Kirsty Connell-Skinner, Programme Manager at the HCI Skills Gateway, said: “This plan, led by HCI Skills Gateway using Scotland’s best practice, is an important step in the development of the UK-wide timber construction trade, as it allows us to set a national mission for the industry. “The four UK nations have achieved different standards and progress within the sector, but this action plan has been built on the best practice, learning and thorough research by a strong group of partners, and serves as a collaborative way of moving forward.” Timber is lightweight, easily workable, and can be processed efficiently using modern methods of construction, reducing waste and improving productivity. This provides solutions for affordable, energy-efficient housing, national retrofit targets, and net-zero public sector buildings. With the launch of the Timber Skills Action plan, the UK construction industry can take a significant step towards achieving its net-zero targets and reducing its impact on the environment. For further information, please visit Timber Development UK. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland has bolstered its research and development department with the appointment of Mariam Tabarik as Product Innovation Engineer within the Door Group. Mariam began her journey with ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions in 2022 as a Research and Development Intern. Originally from Pakistan, she had been studying for her master’s degree in Italy, before becoming aware of the internship in Lisburn. Mariam successfully applied, and in a short period she had made such an impression that she was made a full-time Product Innovation Engineer. Mariam’s role is to push forward with innovation and help bring products to life. She’s involved in the technical aspects of product development, as well as managing logistics, testing, certification, and audits. She is currently working on a number of innovation projects that have the potential to step change the industry in a positive way. Speaking of her passion for her job, Mariam said: “One of my greatest strengths is my ability to do extensive research. I will go above and beyond and look at all aspects from every perspective – especially from an engineering point of view.” “I have a technical mindset and pay attention to the finer details of a project. Because I’m very thorough with the work that I do, you could probably ask me anything about a product that I’m working on, and I’ll be able to give you an in-depth answer that goes much further than the surface information. “I’m also a bit of a workaholic and I have a thirst for knowledge – I want to prove to myself that I can truly innovate.” Mariam was very keen to work for Opening Solutions as ASSA ABLOY is a renowned and respected global brand, but another aspect that has made her so happy in her role is the friendly culture of the business. She explains: “The people I work with are so nice – they are very supportive, and I am also given lots of freedom. My colleagues are extremely helpful and I enjoy the company culture, everyone is very generous and accommodating.” As a woman in engineering, Mariam wants to inspire other women into similar roles within the industry: “Females are in the minority in the manufacturing side of engineering, and I would like to see more representation and better ways to encourage women into these kind of roles. “If I can be influential in this sense then it would be one of the greatest achievements of my life, as I want to see women – especially women of colour and from my part of the world – get into more male-dominated industries.” Looking towards her future with Opening Solutions, Mariam has her eye on eventually becoming one of the first females in a Head of Innovation role for the business. “I would love to stay on the technical side of operations and build a profile for myself, while getting new patents and launching innovative products into the market. “The culture here is very unique and you can work your way up – if you put in the effort, the company really recognises this and appreciates the hard work. People sometimes think that women cannot bring as much to the table, but I want to break that stereotype and prove that we are equally capable – if not more!” For more information on ASSA ABLOY Door Group, please visit https://bit.ly/3gGLU3R.
Already well respected across the UK window industry for its high levels of service, product quality and value for money, Tradelink has further enhanced its offer to customers through the introduction of a new range of interior screening solutions: styled to complement the elegant slim lines of its widely specified window and door offerings. Suitable for both residential and commercial applications, the AluSpace Internal Screening System has been developed to create a light and spacious ambience within interior settings. The versatile products are also viewed as being a solution for dividing and delineating various shapes and sizes of room, thanks to the wide variety of configurations available. These include hinged single and double doors, as well as pivot and sliding doors to install within the fixed glazed screen. Further options include visible hinges or concealed pivot or sliding mechanisms, enabling the systems to be completely tailored to meet virtually any design style. The frames are single glazed, normally with toughened glass, and can be supplied with a choice of 6, 8 or 18mm thicknesses: providing acoustic attenuation as well as a high degree of thermal isolation and excellent light transmission. For further design flexibility, there is also a wide range of accessories including a choice of classic, modern and industrial handles; all of which may be supplied in a matched, contrasting or complementary colour to the screen and doors. Stuart Judge, MD for Tradelink, reflected: “The launch of AluSpace is very much in step with current trends for customers improving their properties, including wanting to create home offices or sub-dividing existing floorplans to make better use of available space. The made-to-measure screens and door options are available on a three to four week delivery.” For further information, please visit https://tradelinkdirect.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Double the light in one installation Leading roof window manufacturer VELUX is launching a new 2in1 roof window available in three variants from March 2023. With the launch of the new 2in1 roof windows, VELUX is further improving its efforts in providing stunning daylight transformations through bigger roof windows that are more affordable and easier to install. With 60% of homeowners viewing natural light as the single most important attribute in their home1, the sleek and modern 2in1 roof window will be a great fit for homeowners. The design with two roof windows fitted in a single frame, simply makes it an efficient way to reach the right amount of daylight at once. Available in three variants Besides the manual operated 2in1 roof window, VELUX offers a top-hung variant with an even wider panoramic view and an electric, solar powered variant for extra convenience. The top-hung 2in1 roof window opens from the bottom up to 45°. The outward opening gives homeowners an incredible uninterrupted panoramic view for a balcony-like feeling, without the window getting in the way. Meanwhile, the sleek design and slim profiles allow for a larger influx of daylight to the home. The 2in1 solar powered roof window is fully remote-controlled, for extra convenience within homeowners’ daily routine. And no need to worry about leaving the window open, as the rain sensor automatically closes any open window when it starts to rain. The window is also compatible with all VELUX intelligent home control accessories, for operating it using VELUX App Control or via a wireless wall switch. All 2in1 roof windows are compatible with a wide variety of VELUX heat protection products and light regulation blinds. Alex O’dell, Senior Market Director for Great Britain & Ireland for VELUX says about the news: “By listening to our homeowners’ and installers’ needs, we are excited to be launching our new 2in1 portfolio, setting a new standard in the roof window market. The VELUX 2in1 range will redefine roof windows, doubling the amount of daylight in every installation and dramatically transforming indoor spaces. The window’s slim profile allows for more natural light to flood inside, illuminating a room and creating a brighter, more welcoming atmosphere.” He continues: “For installers, 2in1 will transform your projects by doubling the daylight with one single and simple installation – increasing project values with relatively little additional work. The response so far from the trade has been incredibly positive, and so we encourage you to experience it for yourself and signing up for installation training.” Easy ordering and installation due to the one-frame design With only one single product reference and one installation package, the roof windows are very easy to order. The single frame with two windows makes installation of multiple windows easier than ever before. Both sashes can be removed to get the weight of the product down, making it easier to get the window from the ground to the roof. The installation of the one-frame module follows simple and well-known principles but with fewer components. The remote-operated variant is solar powered, so it’s easily installed without wiring. And only one installation and one lining is needed to get the benefits of multiple windows. Symmetric and asymmetric sizes to accommodate personal design preference The 2in1 roof window is available in eight different sizes with both symmetric and asymmetric variants for homeowners’ personal design preferences. This gives full flexibility when designing a room transformation. The window comes in two glazing variants, the two-layer glazing provides great comfort with all standard features, including rain noise reduction, laminated safety glass, protection from UV rays, and toughened glass. The second variant with triple-layer glazing minimizes the feeling of cold and blocks outside noise and has additional features like an easy-to-clean and anti-dew coating to provide clearer views. Join VELUX Rewards The Rewards scheme is the installer loyalty programme by VELUX. Installers can earn points year-round to spend with top-brand partners like Lastminute.com, John Lewis and Currys. With the 2in1 roof windows, there are even more rewards to be earned. The rewards are earned per pane, meaning double the points. Not a member yet? Sign up and start doubling your reward today: www.velux.co.uk/rewards Installer Training VELUX believes it’s important to provide training to all installers, to understand the benefits through more efficient installations. By attending our training, you learn how to properly and quickly install the product, increasing your profit and ensuring a happy customer. Find out how to secure the best for your business now: www.velux.co.uk/training Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Cladding and façade contractors can now get aluminium window pods with super-fast delivery from Corrivo. After supplying some bespoke window pods for a number of high-profile projects, the Midlands based fabricator, has now expanded their product offering to meet the needs of architects, specifiers and façade contractors. Surrounding the window frame, aluminium window pods are a popular choice with contractors and specifiers looking to add an architectural statement to their façade. Corrivo can manufacture them in a wide selection of sizes as well as almost any RAL colour, making them the ideal choice to meet the design needs of any façade project. “We’re always reacting to the demands of our customers to adjust our product range, and after manufacturing some window pods for some recent projects, we’ve now added them to our product range,” says Scott Quig, National Sales Manager at Corrivo Building Products. “Available in almost any RAL colour and a huge range of designs, aluminium window pods are perfect for complementing various façade designs, such as brick slip or rainscreen systems. “This will take us into a new market and will help façade contractors, architects and specifiers, working on a range of projects, including new build housing developments and residential apartment blocks. “Not only will this mean we can help the design needs of new build construction projects, but it will also give even more customers access to our speedy and reliable service. “We house an experienced fabrication team coupled with state-of-the-art machinery, which allows us to offer rapid, nationwide delivery on all our products – and this new addition to our portfolio will be no different. “Our super-fast turnaround times are why our existing customers love working with us, and we look forward to showing a new sector how working with us will allow everything to go smoothly and help their project to stay on schedule.” For more information, visit www.corrivo.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems has achieved Secured by Design accreditation for its overhead sectional door with burglar-proof window elements (OH1042P), recognising its design qualities to deliver enhanced security, safety and efficiency. Meeting the rigorous testing standards set out by Secured by Design, the industrial door system with window panels is designed to support efficiency, alongside improving safety and security in industrial environments. Featuring heavy duty aluminium double-layered frames, the window panel boosts security while enhancing natural light levels and maximising visibility of busy external yards. The door system also benefits from Resistance Class 2 (RC2) certification thanks to an innovative enhanced mechanical locking system. By retaining engagement when in the closed position, opportunist thefts can be prevented with a resistance time of three minutes. Having also undergone thermal testing, the OH1042P delivers an excellent U-value, contributing towards wider efforts to maximise energy efficiency on site. Class 3 certification for water tightness, together with wind-resistant reinforced panels, makes the overhead sectional door the ideal choice for industrial facilities. “Security is a key consideration for businesses today, which is why we’re so pleased to see our overhead sectional door achieve both Secured by Design and RC2 certifications,” said Dan Baron of ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems. “We believe that entrance systems today should deliver all-round quality, making it possible to deliver on every requirement without compromise.” “The certifications from Secured by Design and RC2, alongside our market-leading design and quality, mean our customers don’t have to make a choice between performance, functionality, safety and security. With the OH1042P, it’s all built in and, as the first overhead sectional door with certified burglar proof window panels to achieve both certifications, we really are leading the way in industrial entrance systems.” Secured by Design is the recognised police initiative which aims to improve building security to deter and reduce crime by identifying products which strengthen security. For businesses, this stamp of approval provides greater confidence in a product’s ability to make premises more secure. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Rethync supplies and installs Multisite Hoarding, an eco-friendly steel hoarding system that is robust and can be reused site after site. Working with house builders, construction companies, and large corporate businesses across the UK, Rethync Multisite Hoarding helps to create a secure, eco-friendly, and professional looking site hoarding line. Rethync pride themselves on thinking differently everyday about how their products can be used to save money for their customers and help the environment, encompassing the motto: “Reuse, Reduce & Recycle.” In this feature we look at the benefits Rethync Multisite Hoarding has brought to housebuilder, Countryside, across their UK construction sites. At Countryside building sites, Rethync provide a range of site fencing solutions, including Multisite steel compound hoarding, timber post & rail, and knee rail. By using Rethync’s Multisite steel hoarding, which is more sustainable than timber, Countryside, and the many other companies that Rethync work with, can rest assured that their construction site not only meets all health, safety, and security requirements, but is also helping house builders meet their sustainability targets. Phil Chadwick, Managing Director at Rethync Ltd, comments: “You may not realise, but using steel hoarding instead of timber hoarding is more environmentally friendly, even on a single use site. This is because timber is a single use product, meaning it is either thrown into landfill or incinerated after use.” “Once a site is complete, our steel Multisite Hoarding can be re-used on a construction company’s next building site or recycled for further multifunctional uses. The durability of our steel hoarding means there is a life expectancy of ten years, so the products only need to be manufactured once to achieve this ten-year life span.” “Having a hoarding system in place which is reusable, like steel, reduces site set up costs and we find that most users will see a cost saving by at least their second site use. Compare this to timber hoarding, that has seen a significant increase in cost recently and has an overall lifespan much shorter than steel, this means over time it becomes less cost effective and generally not reusable.” Phil continues: “Steel hoarding also has the added benefits of being fully brandable. The panels are galvanized and can be powder coated, or painted on-site, to match the corporate colours for a company’s individual brand.” “And it’s not just bespoke coloured Multisite Hoarding a company can benefit from. Because of the ways the steel hoarding is manufactured it means that bespoke options are available depending on a construction site requirement. We were able to provide Countryside with a bespoke gate solution for a site in Rochdale, comprising of an individually manufactured and installed 8m wide mesh gate.” Countryside receives all these benefits and more by using Rethync. If you want your next construction site to be more sustainable whilst also reaping the financial rewards of using a steel hoarding system, contact the Rethync team on 03300 535 898, info@rethync.co.uk, or visit their website: www.rethync.co.uk. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
