May 2021

Roofing Updates
An extensive portfolio of professional sealants
and adhesives, the Trade Mate range was
created to provide a go-to solution to tackle
every challenge a tradesperson might
encounter on site, including a number of
products for roofing applications.
A mainstay of Geocel’s product line up for more
than two decades, Geocel says the primary aim
of the comprehensive Trade Mate range is to
offer easier product selection for users. Each of
the 23 products have been specifically
formulated to provide a sealant or adhesive that
For further info on all these updates and more, visit www.total-contractor.co.uk
TRADE MATE RANGE REVAMPED
enables the best possible finish, every time.
With its new premium packaging, each product’s
intended application has been accentuated to
make it even easier to quickly identify on shelf
the ideal solution for the required job.
The range includes sealants specifically for
roofing applications, such as the Lead and Gutter
Seal, Roofers Seal and All Weather Seal.
On the relaunch, Andy Cummins, Senior Product
Manager at Geocel, commented: “By refreshing
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specifically formulated for the required
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our range of high-quality products they can now www.geocel.co.uk
be quickly identified on shelf, making it easier for
application – to ensure they always get the very
best results.”
The roof refurbishment of Portland School, Birkenhead was completed to the highest standards of safety
and without disruption to school activities, thanks to the combined efforts of Holloway Cook Associates
and Sika’s specialist Roof Refurbishment team.
The main school building has had many additions over time, resulting in 24 roof areas at varying levels and with
various roof build-ups. The whole of this 1600m² roof was in need of refurbishment as part of a programme of maintenance and upgrades following the
school’s transition to academy status. The Co-op Academy Trust developed a specification requirement for the project which included the use of a bituminous
system with an extended service life. The SikaBit 25-year system was selected from Sika’s wide portfolio of roofing systems as an ideal solution for this
application. Safety precautions were paramount due to the live school environment. Working with a roofing provider that could offer a Safe2Torch system with
self-adhesive membranes for torch-free zones was imperative. Sika’s Roof Refurbishment team was able to do a full site survey and provide a Safe2Torch
plan for the installation. Roofing contractor Holloway Cook Associates took on the role of principal contractor, including design, health and safety and
installation within a turnkey package. The quality and durability of the finish was also a key requirement of the project. The SikaBit system, combined with the
skills and experience of the team at Holloway Cook, answered this need with neat detailing across all roof areas. www.sika.co.uk/roofing
RAINCLEAR’S NEW ADJUSTABLE OFFSET
Rainclear Systems has introduced a new 2-part, adjustable offset to the Infinity Galvanised Steel and Colour
Coated Galvanised Steel range, which is available to buy online at www.rainclear.co.uk.
Danny Norris, Sales and Customer Services Executive at Rainclear Systems, explained: “Until now, the only way
to create an offset in the Galv Steel and Colour Coated Galv Steel downpipes was: 1. Using the 60mm fixed offset
Rainclear has added a new adjustable offset
(for example: GST80OS60) for up to a 60mm projection; 2. Using 2no. 70 Degree Bends together for up to a 210-
to its Galvanised Steel Range.
255mm projection depending on the diameter of the pipe (and a 240mm drop); 3. Using 2no. 70 Degree Bends
along with a cut down length of pipe in between – with some of the 3mtre length of downpipe going to waste if it couldn’t be put to use elsewhere.
“Rainclear have worked with the manufacturers to create a 2-part, adjustable Offset – in Galvanised Steel and currently in 4 of the 7 Robust Coated
Galvanised steel colours we stock, in the 80mm and 100mm diameter pipes – to add a solution for offsets of up to 700m. With this new 4th option there
is no need to cut into a full 3mtre pipe length.”
Find out more at: www.rainclear.co.uk
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