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ASWS overcomes access challenges to complete ASOS façade refurbishment

ASWS overcomes access challenges to complete ASOS façade refurbishment

BDC News Team December 19, 2022

London based metal window refurbishment specialist, Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has successfully completed two very demanding phases of work in refurbishing the exterior facades to the ASOS premises in Watford; renewing a past working relationship with main contractor ISG, while demonstrating its ability to embrace contemporary contracting techniques as

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Story Homes partners with Anderton Concrete

Story Homes partners with Anderton Concrete

Cristina Diaconu December 16, 2022

Story Homes has partnered with Anderton Concrete to utilise its unique Stepoc concrete shuttering technology to construct retaining walls as part of the development of 40 residential dwellings in Greystoke, West of Penrith. As the ground across the site was uneven in places, retaining walls of up to 1.8metres were

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West Way Square phase two receives funding

West Way Square phase two receives funding

Cristina Diaconu November 23, 2022

BDC Phase 2 Limited, a joint venture between Mace and Doric Properties, has agreed the forward funding and sale of Phase Two of the West Way Square regeneration development in Oxford to Grainger plc. Grainger has agreed to forward fund and acquire the 150-home build-to-rent scheme in Botley, Oxford. “We

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Forbo Flooring Systems boosts business offering to the trade

Kenneth Booth October 19, 2022

Forbo Flooring Solutions, global leader in total flooring solutions, has appointed specialist brand strategy and communications consultancy, Wyatt International, as its UK Digital Agency to promote the business’s offering across digital platforms as the leading commercial flooring supplier. In this new partnership, Wyatt International will work with the company to

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More than half of NHS Scotland buildings contain asbestos

Kenneth Booth October 17, 2022

Eight of the 14 health boards in Scotland have asbestos in over 50% of their buildings. The figure rises as high as 92% of buildings for the NHS Lothian health board. Asbestos takes around 5,000 lives every year in the UK, with around 20 tradesmen dying each week from past exposure.

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ASSA ABLOY Door Group launches new LPS 2081 certified Powershield Rathlin door

Kenneth Booth September 27, 2022

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Door Group has launched the new Powershield Rathlin door, which is LPS 2081 certified and prevents unauthorised access by various physical security products when targeted by intruders using stealth. The Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) is a globally recognised third-party certification body that sets the standards

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Roann Selected for Taylor Wimpey Development

Roann Selected for Taylor Wimpey Development

Cristina Diaconu September 9, 2022

Roann Limited, the specialist granite and quartz worktop supplier, has been selected by leading construction company Taylor Wimpey for its Milton Keynes development – Shenley Park. As the exclusive supplier for this development, Roann will be providing worktops in 30mm Cosentino Silestone Blanco Stellar. “Securing the Shenley Park development project is an

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Aqualisa Appoints New Director of Sales

Aqualisa Appoints New Director of Sales

Cristina Diaconu September 6, 2022

Aqualisa, the UK’s leading designer, developer and producer of innovative shower products, has hired Glenn Payne as director of sales within its specification division. In this new role, Glenn will report to Aqualisa sales director Tim Creedon, and will spearhead the expansion of its business in the specification, housebuilder and

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ASWS overcomes access challenges to complete ASOS façade refurbishment

ASWS overcomes access challenges to complete ASOS façade refurbishment

BDC News Team December 19, 2022

London based metal window refurbishment specialist, Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has successfully completed two very demanding phases of work in refurbishing the exterior facades to the ASOS premises in Watford; renewing a past working relationship with main contractor ISG, while demonstrating its ability to embrace contemporary contracting techniques as well as traditional trade skills. The property, which dates from late 1990’s, not only required re-glazing and extensive mastic renewal and replacement to its original aluminium curtain walling system, but the articulated, stepped and brise soliel structure also presented real logistical challenges for ASWS, in terms of access and the very tight programme timetable. Initially, ASWS was engaged to carry out a full survey of the property’s curtain walling, to determine its general condition, highlighting specific areas of damage and deterioration, as well as any glazing units which might require replacement. This included a full external survey using MEWPS and photography.  The company was then awarded the contract for the first phase of work under competitive tender, which addressed the whole building envelope across all elevations and roof works. Its team of twelve highly experienced operatives then proceeded to carry out the repairs utilising half a dozen different types of access equipment, including scissor lifts, HGV mounted Broncos and other types of MEWPS, including the specialist Spider equipment, which is designed to work at extreme heights in narrow areas that normal access equipment wouldn’t be able to operate in. This required the ASWS team to be specifically trained in IPAF 1b to be able to operate the spiders. The largest IG unit fitted was a 3m long by 2m high, weighing over 300kg.  Kris Bennell, Contracts Director for ASWS, explained: “Aside from having carried out past projects for ISG, we were awarded the ASOS contract on the basis of our overall capabilities and being able to show the ability to work in challenging circumstances as well as to tight programmes. “While we have extensive experience of renovating different types of metal window – from the earliest wrought iron and steel windows, through to contemporary aluminium systems – access issues were a major element to this job: involving getting to different heights, dealing with the variable ground conditions, the various weights of machine, and employing crane mounted glazing machines. Not only that the job was completed over one of the coldest winters in recent memory!  We are delighted to say that the project was completed on time and practical completion was achieved by our client.” The Project Manager for ISG, Dragos Caraimaneanu commented: “This was a very demanding job where we were completing the full Cat. A and Cat. B fit out on behalf of ASOS.  Despite the difficulties ASWS performed very well, even repairing and reglazing an extremely large window that was broken. The client was also very happy with the results.” ASWS was duly awarded the second phase of the project a year later, which addressed the next building that ASOS took possession of next door in Leavesden Park. ASWS has since gone on to win other work with ISG.  And elsewhere across the country, the company has continued to carry out a diverse range of work for both private and commercial clients: much of it involving the detailed repair or installation of new traditional style steel windows. For more information on ASWS, please visit asws.co.uk. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Story Homes partners with Anderton Concrete

Story Homes partners with Anderton Concrete

Cristina Diaconu December 16, 2022

Story Homes has partnered with Anderton Concrete to utilise its unique Stepoc concrete shuttering technology to construct retaining walls as part of the development of 40 residential dwellings in Greystoke, West of Penrith. As the ground across the site was uneven in places, retaining walls of up to 1.8metres were required to ensure an optimal construction was achieved. However, once ground was broken, an unexpected incline of almost 2.5metres between three pairs of gardens was uncovered. This left the developers with a new challenge to ensure the difference in height was addressed by retaining the ground safely and quickly to minimise any potential disruption to the build and maximise on site efficiencies. Story Homes considered several retaining wall possibilities but specified Anderton Concrete’s Stepoc shuttering system because of its quick installation traits and ability to retain ground up to 4.0metres in height. “The initial design details for the scheme were based on a series of smaller garden retaining walls to create back to back terraced gardens, the details employed at this stage were in line with our internal standard suite of retaining wall designs. In order to bring improvements to these garden areas whilst balancing cost, buildability and space on site we decided to utilise the Anderton Concrete Stepoc system,” explains Scott Bradshaw, Engineering Manager, Cumbria and Scotland, Story Homes. “The slenderness of the Stepoc wall meant that with restricted space on the site, the overall amount of slope that had to be cut back could be reduced, saving precious time. This was the same with the overall speed of installation, which was swift and primarily enabled by the lack of steel fixing required in the stem.” Stepoc’s precast concrete block technology is unique in its versatility to facilitate the construction of retaining walls for multiple applications. Story Homes had previously specified the technology, but it was a first for the company’s Site Manager, Paul Woodruff, who was impressed with its wholesale benefits and adaptability. Stepoc’s ability to solve the problem of a considerable incline between gardens was achieved because of its flexible construction and ease of installation. As the wall can be laid dry, it saves valuable time, whilst the concrete pour cascades inside the wall, meaning minimal mess and maintenance. It can also be installed in various weather conditions, meaning no lengthy delays to overall construction times. Building, Design and Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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West Way Square phase two receives funding

West Way Square phase two receives funding

Cristina Diaconu November 23, 2022

BDC Phase 2 Limited, a joint venture between Mace and Doric Properties, has agreed the forward funding and sale of Phase Two of the West Way Square regeneration development in Oxford to Grainger plc. Grainger has agreed to forward fund and acquire the 150-home build-to-rent scheme in Botley, Oxford. “We are delighted to secure our first scheme in Oxford, a key target city with robust underlying fundamentals and a great need for high quality rental homes. The convenient location and connectivity of West Way Square makes it attractive for those working in the city centre or at the many local business and science parks,” said Helen Gordon, Chief Executive Officer, Grainger. West Way Square is a mixed-use development located 10 minutes from Oxford city centre. Oxford Parkway and Oxford’s mainline station are nearby with five of Oxford’s leading science parks located within 15 minutes of the development. The joint venture has already created 264 purpose-built student accommodation studios and apartments, 20 build to rent apartments, almost 40,000 square feet of retail and commercial space, a new hotel and office and community spaces, including a local library as well as car and cycle parking amenities and a new public piazza in Phase One. Phase Two, which is the final phase of the development, includes the 150 high quality build to rent homes as well as c.3,244 sq. ft. of internal residents’ amenity space and an outdoor amenity provision comprising a c.7,662 sq. ft. podium garden and a c.2,263 sq. ft. roof terrace. The scheme also includes seven ground-floor commercial units, totalling c.10,058 sq. ft., and 120 parking permits. “This is a great deal, which underlines the strength of our partnership working approach to urban regeneration in creating a new, high quality, mixed-use development. Phase One saw us work with the local community, the council and our partners Doric Properties to deliver a vibrant new destination and attract residents and businesses into the area. With this funding in place for Phase Two, we can realise the overall vision for the development to leave a positive and lasting legacy for this thriving part of Oxford and for Grainger,” added Kirsten White, Finance Director for Develop, Mace Group. Gilbert-Ash Limited have been appointed as the main contractor for Phase 2 and Mace Develop as development manager. Preparatory work has commenced, and on-site works are expected to start in late November 2022, with practical completion targeted for late 2024. Building, Design and Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Roann Limited secures South Yorkshire development contract with Barratt Homes

Kenneth Booth October 26, 2022

Wakefield-based granite and quartz worktop supplier, Roann Limited, has been selected as the exclusive kitchen worktop supplier for the David Wilson Homes, Penning Ridge housing development in South Yorkshire. The national housebuilder, David Wilson Homes, is part of the Barratt Developments PLC Group and selected Roann Limited to supply 400 houses with the Consentino Silestone range as part of a worktop upgrade option for house buyers. Surrounded by stunning countryside, the Penning Ridge housing development will feature both three and four-bedroom luxury homes and is located in a highly-sought after location in the heart of South Yorkshire, in Penistonne. Residents will be able to benefit from a great range of local amenities and easily access major towns and cities with the M1, located just three miles away. Roann Limited has previously worked alongside David Wilson Homes but this project marks the first within the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes Sheffield region. Speaking about the project, Scott Wharton, the Sales Director at Roann Limited said: “As a Yorkshire based business, we are excited to be working on a Yorkshire-based project. Penning Ridge is located near the beautiful Penistone countryside and we are delighted that Roann Limited was selected for this project. Residents will be able to upgrade and select from a range of quality Consentino Silestone worktop colours and styles to suit their new kitchen. We have over 30 years of experience in supplying quartz worktops and we thoroughly enjoy transforming kitchen spaces by supplying a selection of kitchen worktops and splashbacks.” More information about Roann Limited can be found on the website https://www.roann.co.uk/.

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Forbo Flooring Systems boosts business offering to the trade

Kenneth Booth October 19, 2022

Forbo Flooring Solutions, global leader in total flooring solutions, has appointed specialist brand strategy and communications consultancy, Wyatt International, as its UK Digital Agency to promote the business’s offering across digital platforms as the leading commercial flooring supplier. In this new partnership, Wyatt International will work with the company to increase brand awareness with specifiers and flooring contractors. Forbo Flooring Systems is a leading global brand in high-quality commercial floor coverings and total solution flooring projects. Their category-leading products include linoleum, luxury vinyl tiles, flocked flooring and entrance flooring systems which are available in a vast number of designs and applications. Also keeping sustainability at its forefront, Forbo’s main linoleum brand, Marmoleum, is one of the most sustainable floor coverings in the world, featuring 97% raw materials and is CO2 neutral. Acting as a digital marketing agency, Wyatt is delivering strategic support to SEO, PPC and social media marketing campaigns and is also helping Forbo further its message on sustainable flooring and the importance of neurodiversity in the built environment. Forbo Flooring Systems joins Wyatt International’s long list of clients providing services to the commercial sector. Mark Fones, Managing Director at Wyatt International, said: “The commercial flooring sector is a competitive niche market and we’re delighted to be working with one of the leaders in Forbo. This multi-channel campaign is proof that more clients need to combine content, search and social to create brand-based value in the post-digital world we now live and work in.”   Karen Wilding, Marketing Communications Manager at Forbo, said: “We’re excited to partner with the expert team at Wyatt International to help elevate our business offering across all digital platforms. We understand the growing importance of online and digital platforms to promote our innovative ranges of commercial flooring and to have expert support all under one roof is a huge advantage to Forbo.” As B2B specialists, Wyatt International has almost six decades of experience in the marketing of building products, making it the perfect partner for Forbo, and brands like it. For more information on Wyatt International’s services, please visit www.wyattinternational.com

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More than half of NHS Scotland buildings contain asbestos

Kenneth Booth October 17, 2022

Eight of the 14 health boards in Scotland have asbestos in over 50% of their buildings. The figure rises as high as 92% of buildings for the NHS Lothian health board. Asbestos takes around 5,000 lives every year in the UK, with around 20 tradesmen dying each week from past exposure. Tim Turney, Global Marketing Manager at industrial hygiene and workplace hazard monitoring expert, Casella, comments “Despite being banned in the UK, asbestos can still be found in older homes and properties, posing a threat to anyone who disturbs the dangerous material.  Left alone, the material is not harmful, but once disturbed or disintegrating, it can release asbestos fibres that infiltrate and progressively damage the lungs. The damage results in multiple health defects, such as the lung disease mesothelioma — a cancer that can take up to 20 years to develop, often proving fatal within five years or less.   Whenever asbestos is removed, it is a legal requirement to use licenced contractors and to ensure strict regulations and guidance are followed to limit the potential release of dangerous, airborne fibres. The guidance, depending on national practice, typically includes personal air sampling and/or static air sampling, to ensure that there is no exposure during remediation work or during the cleaning and clearance processes at a removal site.   In the UK, a four-stage clearance process is used, involving a preliminary check of the site condition and job completeness, a thorough visual inspection inside the enclosure or work area, air monitoring and a final assessment of the post-enclosure or work area following dismantling. Licenced contractors may also take air samples before work is undertaken to establish a background level measurement. Conducting a test before disturbing any materials could save thousands of pounds on decontamination and environmental cleaning fees and help to avoid exposure. Additionally, trained professionals may take air samples during work on or near asbestos to confirm that there is no leakage from the enclosure.    Using air sampling pumps with remote connectivity, such as Bluetooth and a mobile ‘phone app, can help while gathering the necessary measurements. For example, the Casella Airwave App works with the ‘Pro’ version of its Vortex3 high flow pump to enable users to remotely start, pause or stop a measurement run, monitor battery life and memory capacity and check measurement progress direct from a mobile device.   Ultimately, asbestos monitoring has the power to save lives, and innovations in technology can make this process easier and faster than ever before.” 

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Roann Limited wins contract with David Phillips’ £100 million build-to-rent development

Kenneth Booth October 14, 2022

Granite and quartz worktop supplier, Roann Limited, has been appointed by David Phillips FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment), to provide 500 units of kitchen worktop materials to the £100 million flat developments, Central Quay, in Glasgow. Roann Limited is providing over £310,000 worth of Silestone Miami White and Silestone Cemento Spa quartz worktops, to the build-to-rent development, made up of nearly 500 studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. This project comes following an already prosperous year for Roann Limited, with the Wakefield-based business on track to exceed a £9 million turnover for 2023. Scott Wharton, Sales Director at Roann Limited, comments “As always, we’re thrilled to be appointed as the quartz kitchen worktop supplier for this project! What’s special about this project is the build-to-rent element of the property. Due to the current climate, build-to-rent is growing in popularity, and helps to provide housing for people who want cost-effective and flexible living. We’re delighted to be a part of this scheme and look forward to seeing the finished project!” More information on Roann Limited and its products is available at www.roann.co.uk.

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ASSA ABLOY Door Group launches new LPS 2081 certified Powershield Rathlin door

Kenneth Booth September 27, 2022

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Door Group has launched the new Powershield Rathlin door, which is LPS 2081 certified and prevents unauthorised access by various physical security products when targeted by intruders using stealth. The Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) is a globally recognised third-party certification body that sets the standards needed to ensure that fire and security products and services perform effectively. The new standard LPS 2081, created by the LPBC with the BRE and Secured by Design, specifies two grades of security relating to the tools used and the time taken by attackers where they want to avoid making any significant noise. This standard is separate to LPS 1175, which also relates to vandalism and security, but has different requirements to the noise element. With LPS 2081, the security performance is split into two categories – A or B – based on the tools used and the duration of the attack. The new Powershield Rathlin is LPS 2081 Security B rated, which is the more advanced rating, prolonging the attack for up to 3 minutes, and with an enhanced set of tools. The new Powershield Rathlin comprises of morticed mechanical escape lock with automatic deadlocking, panic pad, key with AASD Guard, louvre vents, pull handle, surface mounted pull handle, vison panels, and active leaf. Brian Sofley, Managing Director at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland Door Group, explained: “The market leading Powershield steel door range combines high performance with high quality, offering a fully compliant, fully finished door set with factory-fitted hardware. Doors and frames are designed to ensure ease of installation on-site and provide the end user with a premium door solution. “Our new Powershield Rathlin’s LPS 2081 certification demonstrates the door’s ability to withstand a stealth attack, where the intruder avoids making significant noise that would usually draw attention.   “This new addition adds to our existing comprehensive portfolio of high-performance products that meet the standards and legislation for safety and security.” To find out more about how ASSA ABLOY Powershield range, visit https://www.assaabloy.com/uk/en/solutions/products/doors/powershield

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Roann Selected for Taylor Wimpey Development

Roann Selected for Taylor Wimpey Development

Cristina Diaconu September 9, 2022

Roann Limited, the specialist granite and quartz worktop supplier, has been selected by leading construction company Taylor Wimpey for its Milton Keynes development – Shenley Park. As the exclusive supplier for this development, Roann will be providing worktops in 30mm Cosentino Silestone Blanco Stellar. “Securing the Shenley Park development project is an exciting opportunity for us, we are delighted to have secured this project in Milton Keynes. We have completed a number of successful projects in collaboration with Taylor Wimpey and have cemented a longstanding relationship built on our quality service and delivery,” said about the achievement of being selected for the project Scott Wharton, Sales Director at Roann Limited. The new Shenley Park development will be located on the outskirts of Milton Keynes and will feature 73 new homes, which will be a mixture of three, four and five-bedroom houses. The location benefits residents as it is a family-friendly area, with both primary and secondary schools located nearby, as well as community centres, green open spaces, bars and restaurants. “We have been involved with Roann since 2017, and I have worked with them across many of our developments. They have been involved with a mix of houses and high-rise apartment schemes. They have always been great at coming back to my quotes within a maximum of 48 hours, and are always happy to meet with the Sales Executives on-site to discuss the products and provide samples. All communication is usually via email and the whole team has always been very friendly,” commented Nicola Phillips, from Taylor Wimpey. Established in 1990, Roann Limited specialises in manufacturing, supplying, and installing high-quality granite and quartz worktops within the house building, property development and construction sectors. With more than 30 years’ experience, the company is dedicated to procuring stone worktops that help developers significantly reduce costs on their projects by selling direct to them. Building, Design and Construction Magazine | The Home of Construction Industry News

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Aqualisa Appoints New Director of Sales

Aqualisa Appoints New Director of Sales

Cristina Diaconu September 6, 2022

Aqualisa, the UK’s leading designer, developer and producer of innovative shower products, has hired Glenn Payne as director of sales within its specification division. In this new role, Glenn will report to Aqualisa sales director Tim Creedon, and will spearhead the expansion of its business in the specification, housebuilder and developer channels. “It’s a particularly exciting time to be joining Aqualisa. The company’s powerful heritage in bathroom innovation, as well as its solid reputation for reliability and customer service, makes it an exceptional brand. I look forward to being able to advance its presence in the specification channel throughout the value chain, and increase the team’s coverage to a national level. This is an outstanding opportunity to extend Aqualisa’s business in the property development, architectural and specification arena,” commented Glenn Payne. Joining Aqualisa from construction materials company Knauf, Glenn used to hold the position of head of sales for the UK and Ireland. Previous appointments have included head of projects for Grohe and head of business development at Whiteleaf Furniture. With a career spanning more than 20 years in the construction product, KBB and furniture industries, Glenn brings extensive experience in sales strategy development, with an established track record in new business generation, building key stakeholder relationships and driving profitable revenue growth. In his new position at Aqualisa, Glenn will accelerate the specification project pipeline and increase conversion ratios, with plans to expand the sales team and lead the Aqualisa, Elisa and Gainsborough brands into new sectors. “I am extremely pleased to welcome Glenn to the Aqualisa specification team. We will benefit greatly from his significant experience and achievements in the industry, as well as his proven background in negotiation, successful project delivery and commercial growth,” added Tim Creedon, sales director at Aqualisa. Glenn holds a BA Hons Degree in Interior Design from the Surrey Institute of Art & Design. A father of two girls, Glenn likes to spend time with his family, and his favourite pastimes include golf, cooking and travel. Building, Design and Construction Magazine | The Home of Construction and Property News

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