product news REHAU LAUNCHES RAUPIANO PLUS – THE SOUND APPROACH TO DRAINAGE REHAU has launched RAUPIANO Plus, a complete system of polymer pipes, fittings and accessories which offer a superior acoustic soil and waste solution. RAUPIANO Plus pipes feature a unique multi-layer composition which reduces noise without the need for additional pipe lagging. The pipe’s inner layer is made of polypropylene (PP) and is designed to be abrasion resistant and low friction to reduce blockages and extend life span; the middle layer is made of mineral-reinforced PP for sound absorption and stability; and the outer PP layer is impact resistant, shockproof and UV/weather resistant. To further improve the acoustics of the system, RAUPIANO Plus bends and branches have also been carefully designed to minimise noise. Bend fittings have thickened walls in sound-critical impact areas, while branch components feature hydraulically optimised inner contours to minimise flow noise. www.rehau.uk/raupiano MAKITA LAUNCHES 18V 16G LXT FINISHING NAILER The new and eagerly awaited Makita DBN600ZJ 18V LXT finishing nailer is setting new standards in nailing technology. Engineered for 16 gauge finishing nails, from 25 to 60mm in length, this nailer is particularly suitable for second fix construction site installations such as applying skirtings, architraves and doorways, and electrical fixtures and plumbing connections, which require a neat, professional visual appearance. Powered by a single 18V Makita Lithium-Ion battery the powerful motor will deliver up to 800 shots on a fully charged 4.0Ah battery. The magazine has the capacity to carry 110 nails and when empty the machine weighs a comfortable 3.4kg. A conveniently designed window allows for easy checking of the remaining quantity of nails. The Makita DBN600ZJ cordless, gas-less nailer ensures low running costs while downtime during low temperatures and cold weather working will be a thing of the past. It is supplied as a body only machine in a rugged, sturdy and protective Makpac case. For more news and product information about Makita UK please visit www.makitauk.com. Follow us on Twitter @MakitaUK, Facebook.com/makitauk and google.com/+makitauk www.makitauk.com GEZE UK ‘family’ celebrates 30th anniversary 2018 is a milestone year for GEZE UK, which celebrates 30 years in the business as a ‘go to’ manufacturer and supplier of innovative door and window solutions. Founded in Germany in 1863, GEZE is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of door and window control systems. Investing millions in research, development and manufacture of innovative solutions, GEZE sets the global standard for advanced door and window technology. GEZE UK, is part of the global GEZE GmbH, a family-run business where traditional values are combined with pioneering strategic vision. So, it was entirely fitting that to mark three decades of business success, its UK workforce and their families should enjoy a fun-filled family day of celebrations, hosted at Rodbaston Hall, near Penkridge in Staffordshire. Kaz Spiewakowski, GEZE UK’s managing director – who himself celebrates five years at the helm this year – said that “GEZE was most definitely “a family business” and this is reflected in how it treats its employees. “There are family members engaged in the business at all levels and GEZE considers each and every member of our 250-strong team very much part of the extended ‘family’. Everyone contributes so it was wonderful to get together this September to enjoy some downtime, celebrate our achievements and toast our continuing success in the years ahead,” he said 2018 was also a milestone year for head of the GEZE family, Brigitte Vöster-Alber, chief executive officer of GEZE GmbH, based in Leonberg, Germany, who this summer celebrated 50 years with the company. Taking over in 1968 at the age of only 24 years, Brigitte asserted herself in a man’s world and has since developed corporate strategy, the product portfolio and international business whilst continuing to champion the visibility of females within the workplace. For more information about GEZE UK’s comprehensive range of automatic and manual door closers call 01543 443000 or visit the website. www.geze.co.uk 06 <strong>MMC</strong> Nov 2018 <strong>M10</strong>
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