DesignBuyBuild_16_2015

Editor’s Choice
Low Carbon, High Thermal Efficiency Pipe
for Plymouth City Heating Scheme
Flexenergy's energy-saving Flexalen pipe was the ideal
solution for Plymouth City Council when a new district
heating scheme meant re-routing the pipe network from
new gas boilers to serve offices in the Council House.
Plymouth City Council specified Flexalen polybutylene
pre-insulated pipe for the project – choosing the technology
for its enhanced thermal properties, low embodied
carbon, ease of installation and 50 year performance
warranty. Contractors ECS have installed the network
comprising of 31in no 12 metre lengths of pipework and
16 pre-fabricated bends, insulation kits and stub flanges.
Polybutylene is the only plastic pipe heat network system
that can be fully fusion welded. This, together with its
proven longevity, was a key factor in laying the 372
metres of pipe from the Guildhall, across a pedestrianised
area to the Council House.
For further information visit – www.flexenergy.co.uk
Notts Sport Launches Innovative New
Shockwave System For Sports Pitches
Leading synthetic surfacing supplier Notts Sport has
launched a new product which is set to revolutionise the
construction of artificial sports pitches.
Innovative ShockWave tiles – so-called because of their
wave-like contours – slot together like jigsaw pieces and
form the key component of the ShockWave EcoBase
system.
These lightweight, easy-to-handle tiles are much simpler
and quicker to install than tarmac or stone bases which
is how pitches have traditionally been laid for synthetic
facilities.
The system is guaranteed, with the correct maintenance
and usage, to provide a minimum of 20 years.
“This unique product offers a host of financial and environmental
benefits to sports facility providers”.
To find out more about the full range of synthetic surfacing
solutions available visit – shockwave.nottssport.com.
Benefits of LED Lighting –
Up Front and Personal
In the world of lighting, LED has become an unstoppable
force. It is now difficult to envisage a refurbishment or
new build that does not feature LED lights within its
lighting scheme. There are huge benefits in terms of
energy and cost savings with lighting bills cut by up to
90%. Yet the widespread adoption of LED lamps and
fixtures has been held back by confusion among specifiers
and commissioning clients. British manufacturer
Integral LED has chosen a novel approach in an attempt
to demystify the process of retrofit lighting by presenting
the tangible bonus of a swap to LED upfront and online.
Contractors and homebuilders can now access a free
energy saving calculator that allows everyone to assess the
benefits of LED retro-fit lights. The website is open to all
and does not require any buying obligation on behalf of
the user.
Visit www.integral-led.com/savingscalc to find out more.
Pioneers of anti-slip stair-nosings
Safetytread products are a range of bespoke, premium, high quality antislip
stair nosings manufactured in the UK. The products are long lasting:
made from recycled aluminium profiles and either a ‘carborundum’ or
PVC-Composition filler. Safetytread is environmentally friendly and
provides a more economical solution than cheaper plastic materials.
The treads will add excellent slip resistance to any staircase (internal or
external); can be tailor-made to fit the exact dimensions of a stair tread
and are available in a wide range of colours. Not only do they give
an extremely professional finish; they also highlight the importance of the
health and safety of staff and customers.
We will meet your stair nosing requirements with a tailor-made,
bespoke solution, filled in your desired colour.
For more information please visit www.safety-tread.co.uk
email safetytread@bellplastics.co.uk
or call us on 01202 625596.
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