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Editor’s Comments

Welcome to this month’s

issue of Building & Facilities

News.

Within a remarkably short

period, TileCentral UK has

built an impressive portfolio,

bolstered by unmatched

technical knowledge and

industry expertise. Their

dedication to customer

service guarantees quality

and consistency. On page

21, you’ll find an excellent

article showcasing some

of TileCentral UK’s notable

projects, which have earned them global

recognition as a trusted partner for largescale

enterprises. Additionally, we highlight

their selection of

ROCATEX products,

renowned for their

exceptional value for

money.

Power Continuity Ltd

has been designing,

building, and installing

automatic Power Protection

Solutions across the UK

for nearly 30 years. We are

proud to name them as our

prestigious Company of

the Year. Among the many

reasons for their selection, one

standout achievement was the construction

and installation of the largest single-phase

generator ever to operate on the UK’s rail

Contents

Nicola Tromans

Editor & Office Manager

network. Read more on pages 26-27.

Show reviews in this issue:

Homebuilding & Renovating Show

2024.

Other notable features topics

include Refurbishment & Interiors,

Lighting & Electrical, Site Management,

Grounds Maintenance, Building Products &

Services, Doors, Windows & Joinery, Water

Management, Warehouse & Logistics, Heating,

Ventilation & Air Conditioning, Cleaning &

Hygiene, Health, Safety & Security, Facilities &

Estate Management.

Don’t forget to send us your latest BFN updates

and news. Email us:

info@buildingandfacilitiesnews.co.uk

Building and

Facilities News

Facilities & Estate

Management 4-5

HSS Hire, a market

leader in equipment

hire in the UK, has

announced the launch

of online markerplace HSS ProService.

Homebuilding &

Renovating Show 11-13

From practical tips to

inspiring advice and the

latest products, it’s all under

one roof at the Homebuilding

& Renovating Show.

Water Management 14-17

The use of the

Groundbreaker water

management system colocates

the water meter

on the exterior wall of the dwelling,

alongside gas and electric meters.

Doors, Windows & Joinery

18-19

Bluerun Ltd:

Quality bespoke

joinery since 1991.

Contacts

Editor & Office Manager, Nicola Tromans – 0121 550 4593

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On the Cover

Service Sealing Solutions 20

DOYMA granted Tina McAra, company director, the exclusive rights

to distribute their products in the UK in August 2018, leading to the

formation of Service Sealing Solutions Ltd.

Building Products &

Services 20-21

TileCentral UK stands

as a family-owned B2B

enterprise specialising

in the supply of

premium Asian ceramic

and porcelain tiles.

Company of the Year 26-27

Power Continuity

Ltd have been

designing, building

and installing

automatic Power

Protection

Solutions across

the UK for almost 30 years.

BFN is sponsored

by Power

Continuity – see

them on pages

26-27

Facilities & Estate Management

HSS Hire launches revolutionary new

online marketplace, HSS ProService

HSS Hire, a market

leader in equipment

hire in the UK, has

announced the launch

of HSS ProService, a

revolutionary extension

of its business designed

to reshape the way

businesses operating in

facilities management

buy and hire equipment,

materials, and more.

Building on HSS Hire’s heritage, expertise

and verified supplier network, the brand has

introduced the UK’s largest online building

services proposition, giving businesses of all

sizes instant access to over 900 sellers and 50,000

active products.

The marketplace offers a comprehensive solution

for businesses of all sizes to buy, hire, and

manage everything they need for their facilities

management services requirements.

Dani Hodges, Chief Commercial Officer at HSS

ProService, said, “We’re extremely proud and

excited to take HSS ProService to market.

“Having trialled the marketplace with existing

customers over the last few months, we’ve

seen immediate uptake from a broad range of

businesses. We’ve had some fantastic feedback

already, and now we’re excited to start building on

that community.

x+why revolutionises

sustainable workspace

design with whydesign

Leading flexible workspace specialist

x+why is launching a new in-house

award-winning design team,

whydesign, focused on customising

sustainable and design-led office

spaces.

whydesign will support businesses

in the optimisation of workspaces

to meet brand and business needs,

whether in one of x+why’s suites or

in a managed deal

in another location.

It specialises

in seamlessly

blending modern

aesthetics and

ethical design,

addressing the

growing demand

for workspaces

that not only inspire productivity but

also prioritise sustainability.

The fully bespoke service offered by

x+why draws upon the experience

of a team of designers who have

between them delivered nearly

400,000ft 2 of design-led space for

some of the most established and

recognisable brands and landlords

in the UK. They are well practised

in delivering high quality, best in

class workspaces, and bring with

them a deep understanding of the

requirements of businesses looking

to achieve a sustainable yet stylish

footprint.

whydesign recently supported

Lloyds Banking Group with a refit of

a 65,000ft 2 managed deal in Foundry,

x+why’s flexible workspace in

Brindleyplace,

Birmingham,

housing 800

employees.

Foundry itself is

a case study in

workplace revival

and sustainable

fitout, having

previously been

an abandoned WeWork space, the

x+why team committed to re-using

and upcycling as much as possible.

As part of the bespoke design

service for Lloyds, in partnership

with John Robertson Architect’s

whydesign conducted an embodied

carbon study to examine the carbon

emissions of different fitout options.

www.xandwhy.co.uk/whydesign

“We’re first to market

with this and absolutely

welcome feedback. Every

day, we get input about

what people would like

to see next, and because

we own the marketplace

infrastructure, we can

react quickly. Anything

that customers ask for is

our priority.

“Our mission is to provide the ultimate all-in-one

marketplace that simplifies and centralises the

entire procurement process, from sourcing to

supply chain management.”

Through this single marketplace, businesses can

streamline their purchasing processes, enhance

admin efficiency, and gain control and insight into

their spending activity.

Key features of HSS ProService include:

s An unrivalled product

range, including the

HSS rental range,

partnerships with

sellers and merchants,

and more on the way

s Proprietary Scope 3

reporting: a marketfirst

use emissions

calculation based

on manufacturer

information and

DEFRA conversion factors to measure CO 2 e

equivalent per hour for emitting products

s Simpler sustainable choices with greener

alternatives recommended at the point of

order and emissions tracked so organisations

can easily see top emitting products and

opportunities for improvement

s The ability for businesses to set user access

and approval flows so digital paper trails track

and store automatically, and users can set out

of offices and temporary points of contact

s Real-time visibility on spend across users,

sites and projects, and a commercial insights

dashboard to replace spreadsheets and selfanalysis

s Ease of use, including a Live Chat with

operations, credit control or product experts in

less than a minute

Dani added, “We’ve been really lucky that we’ve

been able to invest so much time and resource

into the marketplace. Many companies can’t

and that’s why we’re so keen to make it a real

community space for

those that want to get

ahead in sustainability

reporting and enjoy the

commercial advantages

that come hand in hand

with that.”

For more information

about HSS Pro Service,

please visit:

www.hssproservice.com

Ensure your housing

development is marketready

with Bright Ideas

Consulting & Development

In the ever-evolving

landscape of

construction, Bright

Ideas Consulting

& Development

offers the help and

support needed to organisations

requiring assistance in delivering

their development programs and

ambitions.

Founder, Martin Hawthorne has

over 30 years’ experience in

the industry and comes highly

sought after as one of the best

and most highly-qualified housing

development professionals in

the UK.

When it comes to project

development and management,

Bright Ideas can help to tackle any

issues you might face. Whether

you’re looking for a reputable

second opinion on an important

scheme or in need of some help

getting a project off the ground,

Bright Ideas can advise and guide

you on the best

way to tackle

strategy, public

sector and Home

England issues,

scheme risk

analysis and appraisal, design,

cost, and procurement.

Bright Ideas is always on the

lookout for new sites to develop.

In the world of New Home

Development, Bright Ideas is keen

to progress further and is looking

for small, niche sites for sale.

Alternatively, Bright Ideas also

offers a service for larger joint

venture arrangements, so if you

are in need of a partner, some

advice or looking to sell a site, get

in touch with Bright Ideas below.

Contact

M 07714 412689

info@brightideasdevelopment.

co.uk

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co.uk

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Health, Safety & Security

Health

and safety

workloads

demanding

Industry needs to close

the ‘expectation gap’

Closing the gap between what firms

need and what employees want

will be the solution to attracting

new people to a career in security

and filling the sector’s 60,000 jobs

vacancies, according to one of the

industry’s leading professionals.

welcome. Visitors expect the front

desk team to be polite and helpful

and guide them to where they

need to be. Companies expect a

concierge-style service and will pay

a premium for good front-of-house

people.”

New legislation and an increased focus on best

practice are leading to heavier workloads for

property and facilities managers, according to

a new report from health, safety and property

compliance firm William Martin.

The firm examined data from 20,000 risk

assessments and survey reports uploaded to its

compliance management software, Meridian,

between April 2023 and March 2024. Figures

showed almost 327,000 health and safety actions

were raised, a 22% increase on the previous year.

Other key trends identified in the report include:

s It is frequently taking too long to remediate

Priority 1 actions from risk assessments, with the

average time being 42 days.

s Fire safety actions rose by 53% on the previous

year, with new fire safety legislation a key driver.

s Half of all asbestos-related actions required its

removal – with a 29% year-on-year increase in

the overall number of actions.

s Around 17,000 actions related to legionella,

demonstrating the threat of a major outbreak

has not gone away.

Phil Jones, Managing Director at William Martin,

said, “Our report will hopefully inform property and

facilities management professionals on what should

be their key focus areas. We are already planning to

publish this data annually, which will enable longer

term industry trends to be identified.”

Download the report here:

https://wmcompliance.co.uk/download-thewilliam-martin-annual-compliance-report

Oxford Plastics’ innovative site safety solutions

Leading innovator and manufacturer of site safety

equipment, Oxford Plastics, has played a pivotal

role in addressing flooding challenges in New York

City subway stations earlier this year.

The company’s state-of-the-art products, including

the Oxford LowPro 15/10 Trench Cover System

which is a lightweight composite product used for

pedestrians and vehicles, have been instrumental

in managing flood-prone areas and improving the

overall safety & functionality of the subway system.

In response to the flooding that occurred in

New York earlier this year, Oxford Plastics’ 15/10

trench plates were strategically deployed by the

Department of Transport in some of the most

flood-prone underground stations across the city.

During the challenging weather, the self-weighted

John Fitzpatrick (pictured),

Managing Director of Danhouse

Security, says that while security

jobs used to be easy to fill, the

industry has changed. “The role

of the security officer has become

considerably more skilled,”

he says. “Security used to be

about protecting the perimeter, monitoring who

goes in and out of the building and looking for

troublemakers and while still important now, it is

more about the customer experience.

“In the city’s largest buildings, facilities managers

and tenants want dedicated front-of-house staff

who can help keep the building secure, but as

important, is their ability to make people feel

Making access control

more convenient

eQ-3 AG and Bird Home

Automation GmbH announce

strategic partnership during the

Light + Building 2024 trade fair.

Starting in Q4 2024, extensive

Cloud-to-Cloud integration

will make it possible to easily

connect DoorBird video door

stations to a Homematic IP

smart home system.

Thanks to DoorBird’s direct integration into the

Homematic IP ecosystem, it will be even easier &

more convenient for users to be able to control

access to their home: The Homematic IP App

sends out push notifications to smartphones at all

times & to all locations, letting users know when

someone is ringing at the door. Audio & video

signals are transmitted from the DoorBird door

station to the Homematic IP App in real time so

users can communicate directly with visitors. If

required, the door can be opened with just one tap.

system was an integral part in a flood defence

system proving to be a robust solution for

challenging construction environments and

providing a safe walkway for pedestrians.

Pic: Metropolitan Transportation Authority

John says both the public and an

employer’s opinion of security

officers has changed for the better

since the pandemic, “Security staff

are now valued as never before, as

they kept working while everyone

else was at home. Many firms paid

more attention to what staff were

being paid and the holidays and the benefits they

receive. The industry has become more attractive,

and many more firms and security clients are

willing to pay above London Living Wage.”

Contact

T 0208 748 9269

info@danhouse.co.uk

www.danhouse.co.uk

Security is the top priority

for both partners here. All

communication in both

systems is only transmitted in

encrypted form in accordance

with the latest standards. The

Homematic IP Cloud is hosted

exclusively on servers in

Germany and is thus subject to

the highest security standards.

Compliance to such standards is checked on a

continual basis.

The VDE (Association for Electrical, Electronic

& Information Technologies) has certified the

smart home system seven times in a row in the

areas of protocol, IT, and data security, to ensure

fulfilllment of the highest security standards.

www.homematic-ip.com

www.eQ-3.de

www.doorbird.com/en

One notable application of Oxford Plastics’

products was at the Borough Hall subway station in

Brooklyn, where CBS News featured the innovative

‘yellow mats’, indicative of Oxford Plastics designs.

The mats were strategically used to cover vented

grates, preventing rainwater from entering the

subway platforms below and ensuring a dry and

safe waiting area for commuters. The LowPro

15/10 is versatile across various industries such as

construction, utilities, transport and events.

Peter Creighton, Business Development Director

for Oxford Plastics, expressed his delight at seeing

the products being used effectively and highlighted

the CBS News feature.

Contact

www.oxfordplastics.com/en-us

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Cleaning & Hygiene

Swiftclean launches independent

kitchen extract auditing service

Leading ductwork risk experts

Swiftclean has launched a new

independent auditing service for

kitchen extract system cleaning

performed by alternative specialist

cleaning service providers. Audits can

be conducted at any time, either to

assess the system as a whole, usually

when a new facilities management

team takes on responsibility for the

system, or following a system clean,

to ensure that it has been completed

thoroughly and competently in

accordance with TR19 ® Grease.

TR19 ® Grease is the specification

issued by the BESA (Building

Engineering Services Association)

Robert Scott’s Toucan Eco Auto

Robert Scott has launched

Toucan Eco Auto, the latest

innovation in its groundbreaking

Toucan Eco range.

The revolutionary bio-cleaning

system marks a significant

leap forward in sustainable

commercial cleaning, offering a

robust solution for operators of

medium to large facilities aiming

to reduce their chemical use and

environmental footprint.

Toucan Eco Auto is an automated

disinfectant generator, capable

of producing 20 litres of

multipurpose disinfectant cleaner

in just 30 minutes using just salt

and water.

Designed for direct dispensing into containers

for comprehensive surface cleaning, the fully

automatic system simplifies operations by

requiring only the periodic refilling of salt as

indicated by its LED display.

This innovation not only enhances

the efficiency of cleaning regimes

while saving money, but also

helps companies to reduce their

carbon footprint by eliminating

the need for up to 80% of

conventional cleaning chemicals,

as well as their associated singleuse

plastic bottles, packaging, and

manufacturing and transportation

emissions.

An independent carbon footprint

audit has indicated that producing

one litre of ready-to-use solution

with Toucan Eco Auto generates

the equivalent of just 3.07g CO 2 .

To put this into context, this

means that five litres of activated solution can

be created with the system for the same carbon

emissions as one boiled kettle.

For more information or to arrange a demo,

please call 01457 819400, email: info@robertscott.co.uk

or visit: www.robert-scott.co.uk

Advion efficacy proven to

stop cockroach activity

Results of new independent

trials have shown Advion

Cockroach Gel was the

fastest way to stop pest

activity in domestic homes

and food businesses.

The practical research in

premises infested with

German cockroaches

compared various

commercially available gel

formulations – with only

Advion proving to stop all pest activity.

Reporting the results at PestEx 2024 in London,

Syngenta Business Manager, Richard Moseley,

said, “This research has confirmed the challenge

German cockroach can prove to achieve high

levels of control in practical situations.

“Palatability of products is clearly crucial where

alternative food sources are available, along with

their efficacy. Advion Cockroach Gel has proven it

is both attractive to pests, and extremely effective

in targeting complete pest populations,” he added.

and is widely accepted as the leading

source of authority on kitchen extract

system hygiene.

To assist compliance by Responsible

Persons named under the Regulatory

Reform (Fire Safety) Order, and the

organisations that they represent,

the Swiftclean team will compile

independent audit reports. Reports

will provide a summary of the overall

condition of the kitchen extract

system, including photographic

images. This photographic evidence

will demonstrate showing the

levels of grease thickness present

in the system ductwork in micron

Replicated European trials

were undertaken by i2L

Research on 16 sites,

including apartments

and bar areas, known to

be infested with German

cockroach (Blattella

germanica). Four products

were applied as a crack

and crevice treatment, by

trained professional pest

controllers. The activity of

cockroaches was monitored by researchers before

and during the trial using multiple sticky traps.

“The monitoring revealed that only Advion gave a

complete result – with no cockroach activity on all

four sites and situations it was used at the end of

eight weeks monitoring,” Richard reported. “In all

other sites and with all other products cockroach

activity was still being seen at the end of the eightweek

trial monitoring period, albeit at reduced

levels than the start.”

www.syngenta.com

readings. Each report will also

include a schematic drawing and an

executive summary. This will either

indicate that the system is compliant

with TR19 ® Grease, or will outline

recommendations for installing

additional safe cleaning access points

to allow the system to be brought

into compliance.

As compliance with TR19 ® Grease is

essential for fire safety, Swiftclean’s

independent audits will provide

all the information required for an

accurate fire risk assessment. It will

also provide a structural overview;

highlight any environmental health

issues; and assist with budget

planning.

www.swiftclean.co.uk

Unigloves

rebrands

Derma Shield

Designed to protect the skin against common

workplace irritants including greases, oils, inks,

coolants, detergents, solvents, chemicals and

paints, helping to control the risk of dermatitis,

Derma Shield can be used across a wide range

of workplace environments, where these hazards

exist.

Safe to use inside gloves, the newly rebranded

range includes three different sizes of aerosol

mousse – 50ml, 150ml, 500ml – and two sizes of

lotion – 100ml and 1,000ml.

Manufactured to UK medical standards, Derma

Shield contains pharmaceutical-grade moisturisers

such as Aloe Vera and Vitamin E, which work

rapidly to preserve the skin's natural moisture

balance.

Universally safe with a non-greasy finish, once

applied it remains on the skin for up to 4 hours

despite repeated washing and can be used on all

areas of the skin including the face.

“Derma Shield is a proven and trusted barrier

solution helping protect the skin against a wide

range of workplace skin irritants, keeping it

moisturised through the working day. We are

delighted to have updated the branding across the

range in line with our range of industrial gloves,”

said Unigloves’ MD, Chris Wahlers.

For more information on Unigloves’ Derma

Shield protective skincare range, visit: https://

uk.unigloves.com/collections/derma-shield

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Johnson Controls

doubles capacity at heat

pump and chiller facility

Johnson Controls, the global leader

in smart, healthy and sustainable

buildings, recently announced the

expansion of its heat pump and

chiller plant in Nantes, France, to

support increased customer demand

in the European region. The state-ofthe-art

facility, the company’s primary

manufacturing hub for the design,

engineering and production of Yorkbranded

chillers and heat pumps in

Europe, has been doubled in size and

recently started operations.

The expansion includes two

buildings, each serving a specific

purpose. The first building spans

over 500 square metres and houses

a cutting-edge paint booth and a new

electrical trolley with 70T capacity

and autorotation. This advanced

equipment will enhance production

efficiency and ensure high-quality

finishes for the manufactured

products.

The second building, 20m height

and 1,000 square metres, is fully

dedicated to the assembly of ‘extra

extra large’ heat pumps such as

Turbo M-Heat Pumps units (from

6 to 20 MW) – typically used in

district heating. It is designed to

accommodate new cranes weighing

100T and spanning 24 metres and is

fully insulated to optimise working

conditions for employees.

In line with Johnson Controls’

commitment to environmental

responsibility, part of the plant is

equipped with a white roof and

large roof lights to harness clean

energy and reduce the plant’s carbon

footprint. It also offers best practice

thermal and acoustic performance

with openings designed to allow

maximum natural light.

Contact

www.johnsoncontrols.com

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Deane Flint joins

Fujitsu as Chief

Operating Officer

Deane Flint (pictured) has joined

Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK

as Chief Operating Officer. Ian Carroll

moves to become Deputy Chief

Executive Officer and retains overall

responsibility for UK operations.

He said, “I’m delighted to be

joining Fujitsu, a company that I

have respected for many years. I

have learned a vast amount in the

last three years being on

the other side of the

supply chain, all of

which I now look

to bring to Fujitsu.

I am confident we

can build on what

has already been

created by the

team and develop

the business for the

future.”

Carroll

recently

celebrated

10 years

at Fujitsu,

having

joined the

business

in 2014 as Sales and Marketing

Director. He has served as Chief

Operating Officer since 2018 and has

overseen record sales growth for the

past three years.

He said, “After 10 years, the

company and staff mean a lot to me

so selecting a candidate was always

going to be tough process. As soon

as I met with Deane, I knew he would

be a good fit and I am delighted he

has decided to join us.

“Deane has extensive knowledge

of the UK market for air

conditioning, heat pumps and

applied products, and I’m

confident that working together

we can continue to grow Fujitsu

General Air Conditioning in the

UK and Ireland.”

To discover more

about the Fujitsu

product range,

visit: www.

fujitsu-general.

com/uk/ or

email: sales@

fgac.fujitsugeneral.com

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Warehouse & Logistics

Europe’s first

solar car park

3ti ® , the UK’s leading designer,

installer, funder and operator

of Solar Car Parks (SCPs) is

installing the first large-scale

SCP in Europe to be constructed

from sustainable Glulam timber

beams and Glass-Glass solar

panels. Open to the public since

April, the new SCP at Wiltshire

Council’s Five Rivers Health &

Wellbeing Centre is a significant

leap in maximising the lifetime

sustainability of solar installations

and showcases several advanced

technologies that revolutionise the

construction, efficiency and visual

appeal of SCPs.

The new SCP structure is

made from Glulam, renewable,

recyclable wood laminations

bonded together to offer a

natural alternative to steel or

concrete. The engineered timber

affords significant advantages

over structural steel; it is three

times stronger and a third lighter,

and uses only a tenth of the

energy it would take to produce

an equivalent steel beam,

contributing to a more sustainable

building process. The material has

minimal environmental impact

from its production, is highly

repairable, and is an excellent

biofuel at the end of its life, further

minimising waste.

As part of the construction,

3ti has used special Spirafix

ground anchors to secure the

SCP structure, without using

conventional concrete bases or

steel piles. This achieves significant

carbon savings, speeds up the

installation process, is more durable

and can be recycled or properly

disposed of once the anchors

reach the end of their lifecycle.

For more information on 3ti’s

SCPs and Papilio3, please visit:

www.3ti.co.uk

Net Zero Targets

surpassed

A pivotal logistics

warehouse scheme now

completed in Leeds

has met and surpassed

its net zero carbon

construction targets,

delivered by McLaren

Midlands and North.

Successfully achieving

an embodied carbon

target to practical

completion lower than

first proposed, ensuring

a more sustainable

build and reducing the

carbon offset payment, McLaren

Construction Midlands and North

completed works on Sherburn42 – a

660,000ft 2 logistics warehousing

space located in Sherburn-in-Elmet at

the end of November, appointed by

commercial real estate investor and

developer, Firethorn Trust.

The 37-acre Sherburn42 scheme sits

adjacent to the Sherburn Enterprise

Park in Leeds and comprises the

construction of four Grade-A

industrial units ranging from

57,750 to 280,000ft 2 , with industrial

warehouse and office space to

support core building services.

The design concentrated on

helping occupiers reach operational

sustainability targets and the project

will be accredited net-zero carbon

in construction by the UK Green

Building Council. Set to achieve

a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating, the

logistical hub features EV charging,

full PV coverage and LED office

lighting, alongside 4MvApower.

The Engineering Services

Consultancy Ltd (ESC) was appointed

by McLaren Construction Midlands

and North to undertake a Whole Life

Embodied Carbon assessment of

the build at as-built RIBA Stage 5.

The subsequent report showed that

the contractor surpassed its project

target of 550kgCO 2 e/m 2 , achieving

458.32kgCO 2 e/m 2 .

https://mclarengroup.com

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Let’s go to the show

Homebuilding & Renovating Show Review – Top Exhibitors

how to maximise your budget or seek an

architect’s opinion. From small plots to

big builds, this is the place to pick up tools

and tips from the brightest and best in the

business.

From practical tips to inspiring advice and the

latest products, it’s all under one roof at the

Homebuilding & Renovating Show, the go-to

exhibition for self builders and renovators,

held at Birmingham’s NEC from 21-24 March

2024.

No matter what stage your project is at, the

show will help you to bring it to life! Come

along for tailored, one-to-one advice; browse

1,000s of new and innovative products

to improve your home; and discover the

ins and outs of everything from planning

regulations for extensions and managing

renovation budgets, to stylish kitchen design

and integrating underfloor heating.

The Home Energy Academy helped visitors

to understand how they can make the most

of the energy in their home, save money on

their bills and reduce their carbon footprint

with free advice at the Advice Centre. Also

new to the Show, Home Energy Hour came

to the Theatres, with talks designed to inform

visitors of the latest trends and advancement

in home energy to help visitors make their

homes leaner and greener.

The show returns next year to Birmingham’s

NEC from 18-19 January 2025. This is our

pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s

Birmingham show, listed here in alphabetical

order: Arctic Cabins, Cool Energy, Duration

Windows, Loftleg, propertyCEO & Temporary

Kitchen Pod. Further details can be found

on this page and the next two. But the

Homebuilding & Renovating show is held

seven times throughout the year (see website

for details) and the next show is at Surrey’s

Sandown Park from 29-30 June 2024.

https://national.homebuildingshow.co.uk/

www.homebuildingshow.co.uk

Self-build specialists, renovation experts

and leading brands are all under one roof.

Discover the latest products, understand

Take control of your plaster setting times with

Eazymix’s plaster retarders and accelerators

Eazymix is the leading

manufacturer of innovative

single use Plaster Retarders and

Accelerators, providing trade

plasterers with complete control

over their setting times!

Eazymix Plaster Retarders:

s Say Goodbye to Stressful

Large Jobs – Eazymix Plaster

Retarders extend working

time, allowing plasterers

to work at their own pace,

perfect for intricate details or

very large areas.

s Ideal for Hot Weather –

During hot summer months,

plaster sets much faster.

Eazymix Retarders counteract

this effect, ensuring plaster

remains workable for longer,

even in high temperatures.

s Improved Workability – Eazymix

Retarders improve the workability of the

plaster mix. Plasterers get a creamier mix

as well as a longer setting time.

Eazymix Plaster Accelerators:

s Beat the Clock – When working to tight

deadlines, Eazymix Plaster Accelerators

can be a lifesaver. Safely reduce setting

times, allowing plastering tasks to be

completed more quickly and efficiently.

s Faster Coat Applications – Need to apply

multiple plaster coats quickly? Eazymix

Accelerators enable faster setting times

between coats, minimising

project downtime and

allowing plasterers to move

on to the next project

sooner.

s Improved Workability

– Eazymix Accelerators

improve the workability of

the plaster mix. Plasterers

get a creamier mix as well as

accelerated setting times.

Eazymix Plaster Additives: The

perfect mix for every project

Eazymix Plaster Retarders and

Accelerators are extremely

easy to use. Simply add the

pre-measured sachet to clean

water and add the gypsum

plaster as normal. Achieve the

desired timings of the set with

consistent results every time.

Take control with Eazymix by changing

plaster setting times to suit your project,

and achieve flawless plastering results every

time.

For more information and stockists, visit

your local building supplier or our website

at: www.eazymix.co.uk



REVOLUTIONISING KITCHEN

RENOVATION

Offering a fully equipped, modern kitchen, in a Pod,

Temporary Kitchen Pod delivers the ideal solution

to being without a kitchen during renovation or

repair.

Providing a clean, useable space away from

the noise, mess and disruption in the home, a

Temporary Kitchen Pod will quickly become a

sanctuary on the doorstep and an innovative

option to avoid alternative accommodation.

s Hob

s Oven

s Extractor

s Fridge Freezer

s Dishwasher

s Washing Machine

s Dining Table & 4 Chairs

s Cupboards & Worktops

s Heat & Light

s Power Sockets For Your Small Appliances

A range of Kitchen Pods

Choosing from 3 available sizes, hiring a

Temporary Kitchen Pod will enable homeowners to

stay in their home, maintain their family routines,

keep day to day life on track and allow the trades

to get on with the job in hand.

The Standard – Our most popular Pod

Our Standard Pods are designed to fit on most

UK driveways. A versatile Pod offering a choice

of either a washing machine or a dishwasher. The

dining table and chairs provide a clean & peaceful

place to eat or a space to relax away from the

disruption inside the home. Doubling as a quiet,

focussed workspace or an area for children to do

homework.

The Luxury – Everything you need and more to

survive renovation in style!

The Luxury is our top of the range Pod. Offering a

full complement of

appliances, a full-size

fridge freezer and

a dining table and

chairs so there’s

no compromise on

convenience.

The Compact – A smaller, space saving Pod

A modern, sleek, fully equipped kitchen. Designed

with space saving in mind. There’s everything you

need inside to prepare meals and cook. To save on

space, there’s no table and chairs in The Compact

Pod.

Comfort and safety

With comfort in mind,

all Temporary Kitchen

Pods are insulated,

helping to maintain

a comfortable

temperature in all

seasons. For the

colder months,

there’s a thermostat

controlled

programmable heater.

For safety and peace

of mind, all Temporary Kitchen Pods are insured.

They have fire safety equipment, a non-slip floor,

are lockable and come with a Welcome Pack

containing instruction manuals & user guides.

Delivery

Based in Warwickshire, the fleet of Temporary

Kitchen Pods service the UK Nationwide. Delivering

within 48 hours if a disaster such as fire or flood

strikes and bookable in advance for planned

renovations.

The Installation Requirements:

s Private Driveway

s 2 or 3 Standard

Plug Sockets

s Outside Tap

s Drain or Gulley

The benefits

This portable kitchen

sits outside the

property, keeping

cooking, food

preparation and

laundry separate

from the mess inside,

creating an oasis of

calm away from the

chaos!

Allowing the

tradesperson to get

on with the job in

hand without having

to repeatedly provide a temporary water source

for the homeowner, move and plum in a washing

machine, clear your work area, etc, allowing you to

complete the job quicker.

For the home owner, with a Temporary Kitchen Pod

there’s no brick dust or rubble in your food prep

area to worry about and no sharing the makeshift

sink with the trades and their buckets!

A Customer Story

Clare & Paul were

planning a large

project, a full rear

extension and a

garden room. Adding

space and drastically

changing their existing

kitchen, utility and the

downstairs flooring.

With a young family, a

cockapoo called Arlo and Paul working from home,

Clare was worried about coping during the project.

Clare’s ironing lady told her about Temporary

Kitchen Pod.

“We hired a Luxury Pod, our Pod was called ‘Tonie’.

THANK GOODNESS for Tonie!!!! A real oasis and

quiet place for Paul’s team meetings away from

the noise and upheaval in the house. We were

incredibly grateful for the pod. What a lifesaver!”

says Clare Sutton, Norfolk.

A temporary solution for everyone

Not just for homeowners renovating their property,

our Kitchen Pods provide temporary solutions

for insurance claims, kitchen design companies,

for policy holders that don’t want to move to

alternative accommodation, for schools, care

homes and more.

Whether you are a Building Contractor, Loss

Adjuster, Homeowner, Care Home, Policy Holder or

Private Sector, contact us today about your project.

T 02477 679121

WhatsApp chat 07856 804931

enquiries@temporarykitchenpod.co.uk

www.temporarykitchenpod.co.uk

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Arctic Cabins BBQ Huts

propertyCEO is one of

the UK’s leading property

development training

companies, bringing

together over 75 years of

development and business

experience from its two

founders, Ritchie Clapson

CEngMIStructE & Ian Child.

Part of the pin Partnership,

propertyCEO teaches

landlords, investors,

business owners, and

professionals how to

develop small-scale property

projects that make six figure

profits, working in their spare

time alongside their existing

businesses and careers.

Critically, we teach our

students how to leverage the

skills they already have and

then add the development

know-how, the business

skills AND the mindset

support to take action

and create life-changing

transformations, even if

they’ve never developed

property before.

If you’ve ever thought

about taking on a small

development project, NOW

is the perfect time to take

advantage of the latest

permitted development

rights.

To find out what it takes

to develop property the

right way, and to discover

why there has never been a

better time for landlords and

investors to get into smallscale

property development,

visit our website at:

www.propertyceo.co.uk or

contact us at: enquiries@

propertyceo.co.uk

We are Arctic Cabins – a family

run business, over 20 years in the

making who manufacture and install

the finest quality BBQ cabins in the

UK. We have designed our unique

BBQ cabins in the traditional Finnish

style from sustainably sourced,

slow-grown Scandinavian Redwood

Spruce. An Arctic Cabin will become

the heart and soul of your garden,

perfect for family get-togethers as

well as romantic evenings, just steps

from home.

Our cabins not only look great, they

are also practical too; warm and snug

in the winter and they offer some

welcome shade in the summer. Our

trademarked sloping wall design for

extra space and comfort means they

feel incredibly spacious whilst being

cosy too. Fitted with a premium

quality, adjustable central BBQ unit

inside, you can enjoy cooking and

socialising outside all year round,

without the British weather ruining

your plans!

We offer 4 sizes plus 2 Arctic Bars,

which are sure to give you that

holiday feeling any time of year and

offer the cosiness of the much loved

country pub without ever leaving

home – the ultimate garden retreat!

Contact

T 0115 932 8888

www.arcticcabins.co.uk

DURATION WINDOWS:

Your One Stop Shop For

All Aluminium Products

and our incredibly

popular Heritage Range.

Our large in-house fleet

delivers Nationwide

directly from our

factories in Canvey

Island, Essex. We also

offer a Fast Track service

allowing customers

to have their bespoke

order in just 48 hours!

SHORT LEAD TIMES,

COMPETITIVELY PRICED!

Duration Windows is the UK’s

leading aluminium windows, doors

and roof manufacturer, trading for

over 38 years. Product innovation,

technical competence and high

quality is achieved daily with

our highly skilled team & top of

the range machinery. We have a

wide variety of products available

including Bi-fold Doors, Sliders,

Secondary Glazing, Roof Systems,

Modern and Traditional Windows,

We believe in our

products so much that

we offer a free 10 year

guarantee on all of our

ranges due to a strong supply

chain and using the best materials

in the industry. Take a look at our

website to see our full range of

products and get your quote within

minutes with our online estimator.

Alternatively, you can visit our

showroom to touch and feel our

products for yourself.

Book your appointment

today!

T: 01268 680906

E: sales@duration.co.uk

W: www.duration.co.uk


Water Management

Changing water

“By 2050 the UK water deficit is

anticipated to be 4,017 mega litres per

day,” was the stark announcement

at the National Water Framework

Consultation launch in January 2022

The NRv2 LoFlo ®

Since then, all water companies have been

developing plans to upgrade the UK’s

water supply to meet this demand and

reduce current usage levels, ie. Per Capital

Consumption (PCC) to 110 litres per day

from its current average of over 150 litres

per day.

Smart meters are seen as a significant

part of the solution to reducing domestic

water usage. Thames Water has recorded

post installation savings of 12-17%, and

located many previously unidentified

leaks. Following multiple trials, all water

companies are now working on plans for

advanced metering infrastructure, where all

new connections or meters use the latest

generation of smart meters.

New meter locations, underground no

longer works

The issues raised in the early trials has led

much of the UK water industry to recognise

that the most effective methods of installing

the advanced metering infrastructure is to

locate the meter above ground.

The use of the Groundbreaker water

management system co-locates the water

meter on the exterior wall of the dwelling,

alongside gas and electric meters. It

has the advantage of providing a better

environment for smart technology over

traditional underground boundary boxes

and the additional benefits of readability for

the consumer as well as extended signal

transmission and easy meter exchange.

Design out leak paths: comply with Water

& Construction Industry Guidelines comply

with ‘Water Safe’ initiatives.

The unique location of the Groundbreaker

water management system future proofs

the network and minimises the risk of

developing leaks. The position of the

meter allows for a joint free water supply,

eliminating joints in the water supply pipe

maintains the integrity of the supply pipe.

The use of an uninterrupted supply has been

recognised as best practice by Water UK and

the Home Builders Federation.

Steve Leigh, Managing Director of

Groundbreaker, commented, “Portsmouth

Water has demanded surface mounted meter

housings as the standard required for all new

properties for over 15 years. Working with

them we have established the effectiveness

and reliability of Groundbreaker.” He

continued, “With the need to maximise

the effectiveness of smart metering

programmes, I can’t see that there is a viable

alternative – putting smart technology in a

hole in the ground just does not work.”

Water efficient homes

While smart meters can go some way

towards achieving PCC reductions, alone

The NRv2 LoFlo ®

The inline LoFlo ® alternative to the NRv2

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Water Management

infrastructure

they will not achieve the target level of 110

litres per day.

Recently announced policies by United

Utilities have recognised that water efficient

homes are the key. As part of their new

Environmental Incentives Scheme, all new

properties developers will be encouraged

to install water conservation measures

requiring an output of 14 litres a minute or

less.

One of the elements of this is the installation

of a flow regulator within the water supply

system. Flow regulators modulate the rate

at which water enters customer premises

– regardless of network pressure, meaning

a reduction in the volume of water used

by customers even when ‘variable use’

appliances (ie. showers, taps, hosepipes) are

used.

‘Over supply’ of water, ie. water flow rates

that are higher than required to provide

an adequate supply, results in waste of

water. Running taps when brushing teeth,

showering, or rinsing cups uses more water

than necessary. Installing flow regulation

devices has been proven to reduce

consumption and are an accepted water

efficiency measure.

Approximately 40% of domestic water

usage is from bathroom and kitchen taps

and showers. ‘Eco’ or water saving shower

heads and tap flow restrictors are designed

to restrict the water flow to a single outlet are

highly effective but fittings these come at a

price, even in smaller properties.

The alternative, and now a recommended

method for achieving water consumption

reduction, is whole site flow reduction.

Fitting a device such as Groundbreaker’s

LoFlo ® to the water supply, regulates the

level of flow entering customer premises –

regardless of network pressure. As the flow

of water into the premises is limited, then the

amount used in ‘time controlled’ activities

is also limited – but without providing a

degradation of service.

The NRv2 LoFlo ® in the Groundbreaker

box

whole site protection against contamination

of water services from private water pipes by

back flow (up to fluid category 2) as standard

– the only products available that can offer

this facility.

Groundbreaker supplies two variations

of its flow regulators. In properties with a

meter Groundbreaker’s NRv2 LoFlo ® can

be installed between the water meter and

manifold in any underground or surface

mounted water meter enclosure. This means

s Steve Leigh is a Fellow of the Institute

of Water and Managing Director

of Groundbreaker Systems and

was winner of the Home Builder

Federation’s ‘Utility Individual of the

Year for 2016’.

s Groundbreaker Systems won the HBF’s

‘Utility of the Year’ in 2018.

s Groundbreaker Systems are 2023

winners of the Building & Facilities

News Company of the Year for

Innovation in Sustainable Water

Management.

fitting does not interfere with occupier.

Entry to the premises is not required. It is

an easy, low-cost intervention that can be

introduced without expensive excavation or

retrospective work.

For properties that are not metered, the new

addition to the range is the LoFlo Inline.

This is fitted on the main water supply pipe,

normally just after the main stop tap.

Achieving targets

Although it is recognised that improvements

to the vast UK water network cannot be

achieved overnight, the new policies being

introduced by our major water companies

will take UK water usage towards the targets

required to maintain a secure supply and

work towards UK Net Zero targets.

For further details, please contact

Groundbreaker Systems at:

www.groundbreaker.co.uk

More importantly, flow regulators do not

require any intervention or behavioural

change on the part of the customer, so

leading to ‘natural’ reduction in consumption.

As these products are fitted to the main

water supply, and not each individual

outlet, they remove any risk of consumer

interference and ensure that minimum

standards of water supply are maintained as

specified within the Water Industry Act and

Water Fittings Regulations.

As an added benefit, the Groundbreaker’s

LoFlo ® has the unique property of providing

The Grounbreaker box fitted on a new build site


Affinity Water’s Water Neutrality project

Affinity Water, a leading provider of clean water

services in the UK, is thrilled to announce a

significant milestone in its innovation journey

with the successful creation of the world’s first

Water Positive development in Bidwell, Central

Bedfordshire in collaboration with IWNL.

Water Management

by Ofwat, aims to explore innovative approaches

to achieving water neutrality in new housing

developments. The recent achievement in Bidwell

showcases the effectiveness of Affinity Water’s

strategies in enabling growth while protecting the

environment.

This accomplishment marks a groundbreaking

advancement in the pursuit of water neutrality and

sustainable development.

The project proudly partnered with Independent

Water Networks Ltd (IWNL), an Ofwat appointed

NAV (New Appointments and Variations) company

for the new development.

IWNL provides water and wastewater services

nationally to customers in areas previously

supplied by the incumbent regional water provider.

Anglo Pumps

wins industry

accolade

Anglo Pumps, part of the Metcor Group, was

honoured at the Pump Industry Awards on

March 14th, clinching the prestigious title of

Distributor of the Year at their first attempt.

“It’s an incredible privilege for Anglo Pumps

to be named Distributor of the Year,” says

Danny Burden, General Manager. “An

achievement that reflects the hard work

and dedication of our entire team, who

consistently go above and beyond to exceed

customer expectations. Very proud to be part

of them.”

Nicholas Gaisman, the CEO of Metcor

Group, their parent company, adds, “The

only company to be selected as a finalist in

four of the awards categories, Anglo Pumps

have shown a continuing commitment to

excellence. Throughout the Metcor Group,

we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch,

sustainable solutions and unparalleled

service, and this award validates everyone’s

efforts.”

The Award win comes just weeks after

Metcor Environmental won Contractor of the

Year at the NADC's National Drainage Awards.

The event was jointly organised by the British

Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) and

Touchwave Media, for this specialist sector,

crucial to the UK’s water and waste water

management industry.

www.anglo-pumps.co.uk

IWNL’s customers actively participated in

the project, contributing to its success, and

demonstrating the shared commitment to

sustainable water management and environmental

responsibility.

Affinity Water’s Water Neutrality project, funded

Grundfos marks

60 successful years

Grundfos, a global leader in

advanced pump solutions and

water technologies, today

celebrates 60 successful years

in the UK. Since 1964, when

the UK sales company was

established, Grundfos has

grown to become one of the

leading suppliers of pump

solutions in the UK.

The Denmark-based company

has experienced strong growth

in the UK in recent years, doubling its revenue

from 2005-2023 with a strong focus on commercial

buildings as well as the food and beverage

industry.

During the past 60 years, the UK has remained a

significant part of Grundfos’ global business and is

one of the company’s largest markets globally. As

part of the commitment into the UK, Grundfos has

continually invested in and expanded its business

over the years.

Engineers unveil sustainable

water purification technology

A team of UK-based engineers

have developed game changing

new technology that promises to

revolutionise access to safe, clean

drinking water for millions of people

worldwide.

The innovation created by

technology company IF uses a

miniature vapour compression

distillation system that operates

without consumable parts or added

chemicals. The environmentally

friendly, low-cost approach can

be operational in just 45 minutes,

and begin purifying water from

previously untreatable water

sources from anywhere in the world.

One of the first companies to benefit from the new

technology is hospitality business Portsonachan

Hotel & Lodges, located on Loch Awe in the

West of Scotland. Due to its heavily peated

water supply, the hotel buys over 90,000 litres of

One of the key commitments under Ofwat’s

funding rules is the sharing of learnings and

knowledge across the industry. Affinity Water

is pleased to report that its project results and

learnings are being considered nationally and

across the water industry, demonstrating the

project’s impact and relevance on a broader scale.

For more information, please visit the full report

on the government’s measures here.

www.affinitywater.co.uk

bottled water each year, adding an

additional £13,000 to its operating

costs.

Struggling with its unsightly ‘brown

water’, its owners have tried

multiple purification methods, none

of which have delivered consistent

results. Traditional methods use

filters, reverse osmosis or ultraviolet

light techniques which eventually

deteriorate with use or can release

unknown contaminants over time.

IF carries out hundreds of tests a

year through independent UKAS

accredited water test laboratories

while its team of inventors, engineers and product

design experts from world renowned companies

including Dyson and Sonos are working to

introduce this technology anywhere in the world.

https://if-water.com

www.portsonachan.com

As late as 2023, Grundfos

acquired British company

Metasphere. With the

addition of Metasphere and

its telemetry and analytics

solutions to its portfolio,

Grundfos can provide its

municipal customers with

state-of-the-art hardware

and analytics software

for the prediction and

prevention of sewer

network overflows.

Committed to helping customers saving energy

and lowering their water consumption; today,

Grundfos’ success can be seen across the

UK; from the London skyline, where Grundfos

has installations at The Shard, Scalpel Tower,

Paddington Square, and Canary Wharf; to its

support of major British brands like soft drink and

dairy giants Britvic and Arla.

www.grundfos.com


Doors, Windows & Joinery

Committed to specification

GEZE UK has demonstrated its commitment

to specifiers and architects with the recent

appointment of Alex Flokkas who joins the

renowned manufacturer of door and window

control systems as Specification Manager

covering the south of England.

Alex will focus on collaborating

with and supporting architects

and end users providing

technical solutions for all GEZE

products, ensuring compliance

with all the latest legislation

and regulations. He will be the

first point of contact at all stages

of the specification process.

With over 20 years in the

construction industry with a focus on

windows, doors and the glazing sector Alex

brings a wealth of knowledge. Previously he has

assisted architects, contractors and end users with

high-end prestigious projects from residential new

builds to Grade I or Grade II listed buildings.

Alex said, “I am excited to join a global and wellestablished

company which is 160 years’ strong.

GEZE’s work culture and values are key

to its success and I am thrilled to join

a business that mirrors my own

values and principles.”

Richard Richardson-Derry,

National Specification Manager,

added, “It’s great to have Alex

join the team; he has vast

experience in the industry.

He will be a great asset to the

company and an important

part of the company’s continued

growth.”

For more information about GEZE UK’s

comprehensive range of automatic and manual

door and window control products, visit:

www.geze.co.uk

Glazpartners is a winner

Glazpartners, the

innovative customer

support initiative, has

won ‘Best Installer

Support Programme’

at this year’s Installer

Awards in Manchester on

16th March.

The Glazpartners

programme was

launched by Glazpart

(the leading plastics

components manufacturer) in May 2023 at FIT

Show in Birmingham. Since launch over 50

companies have joined to be part of the sector’s

newest marketing initiative.

Designed to develop closer collaboration with

customers and promote Glazpartners, the

programme has been embraced by companies

across the glazing supply chain from systems

houses to fabricators through to distributors

and installers, as well as trade media and events

organisations.

On winning the award, Dean Bradley, Sales

Director of Glazpart, commented, “We are

delighted to win this award at this fantastic event.

My congratulations to the Glazpart team on an

incredible first year of the

Glazpartners programme.

Our aim is to work closer

with our customers

so we can continue to

develop and deliver

products that meet the

market’s demands.

And at the same time,

we want to promote

our customers’ brands

and products via the

Glazpartners programme

and all our promotional channels.”

The Glazpartners concept arose from the

challenges the glazing supply chain faced as

the industry emerged from the pandemic and

lockdowns as well as the UK leaving of the EU – all

of which has seen increasing costs and a changing

political and economic landscape. The impact on

the sector has been considerable from incoming

regulations to materials shortages through

to an increasingly competitive market where

homeowners have become more discerning when

it comes to replacing windows and doors.

If you want to become a Glazpartner, contact

Dean Bradley, Sales Director, at: dbradley@

glazpart.co.uk or visit: www.glazpart.com

Glass News

becomes a

Glazpartner

Glazpart is delighted to announce that Glass News

has become a Glazpartner.

Leading media outlet Glass News and Glazpart have

enjoyed a long-standing working relationship for

many years with Glazpart contributing to editorial

and advertising in the industry’s only newspaper.

With over 21,000 subscribers receiving Glass

News content in print and digitally each month,

the publication prides itself on delivering different,

unique and refreshing content.

The Glass News team is made up of several

experienced feature writers and editors and

is headed up by Christina Lazenby, Managing

Director. On Glass News joining the Glazpartners

initiative, Christina said, “We are delighted to be

a Glazpartner. For over ten years, Glazpart has

worked closely with Glass News featuring in both

the newspaper and in our online platforms. We

look forward to continuing our strong working

partnership.”

The Glazpartners initiative was launched in 2023

and is designed to promote and support the value

of customer relationships in the fenestration

industry. This latest partnership will bring greater

collaboration and joint promotion for both Glass

News and Glazpart, in particular through PR and

social media channels.

Throughout 2023, Glass News was a key media

outlet for Glazpart as they promoted the awardwinning

Link Vent and Glazpartners through

advertising, editorial and social media.

www.glazpart.com

Eurocell’s Logik Flush window system at

Bellway Homes Cherry Hinton

Challenge

A&B Glass faced a significant

milestone as they embarked on their

first endeavour to fabricate the Logik

Flush profile, a partnership with

Eurocell that would unfold within

a demanding six-week timeframe.

The technical complexity of utilising

this new profile heightened the

intricacy of the fabrication process,

necessitating a concerted effort

and close collaboration to meet

the stringent deadline. The project

underscored A&B Glass’ adaptability

and unwavering commitment

to delivering excellence amid

formidable challenges.

Solution

The successful introduction of

the Logik Flush profile within the

challenging six-week timeframe

was a testament to the synergistic

partnership between Eurocell and

A&B Glass. Their collaborative

approach played a crucial role in

seamlessly implementing the Logik

Flush system for the first time in this

particular project.

Bellway Homes selected the Logik

Flush system for its contemporary

design and operational efficiency.

Engineered with a patented knock-in

bead system, the system facilitates

swift fabrication and fitting, making

it ideal for both new constructions

and window replacements. With its

70mm front-to-back dimension, the

Logik Flush system offers a seamless

transition from timber frames,

enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the

structures.

Result

Eurocell’s invaluable support was

instrumental in ensuring the timely

completion of the project, resulting

in a window system that not only

met functional requirements but also

elevated the overall visual appeal of

the Cherry Hinton new builds. The

Logik Flush system delivered on its

promise, offering a sleek and flush

exterior appearance while retaining

the timeless charm of traditional

casement windows internally.

Contact

www.eurocell.co.uk

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Quality, custom made joinery

Whether you are looking for a one-off

custom made gate, a staircase, or a

production run of doors and windows for a

new housing development, or a new interior

for your pub, restaurant or office, we can

deliver exactly what you are looking for.

We have been manufacturing top quality,

purpose made joinery for the domestic and

commercial markets since 1972. In our 7,000

square foot factory we can manufacture in

hard or softwoods, and veneered & painted

panels. We have a modern spray paint and

lacquer facility, enabling products to leave

the factory in a fully finished state.

No article is too big or too small: In the

past we’ve supplied items as small as a 1m

length of moulding; but maybe the most

unusual article we’ve produced is 10m high

oak hardwood catapult for a castle!

Tel: 01799 599995 | Email: dee@bluerunltd.co.uk | Web: www.bluerunltd.co.uk

Building Products & Services

Service Sealing Solutions Ltd

gets our seal of approval

Service Sealing Solutions

Ltd is the sole UK

distributor for the

sealing industry’s

top manufacturers;

DOYMA and HKD.

DOYMA granted Tina

McAra, company

director, the exclusive

rights to distribute their

products in the UK in

August 2018, leading to

the formation of Service

Sealing Solutions Ltd.

Taking her own experiences into a brandnew

solo business venture, in 2018 Tina

contacted DOYMA in Germany and asked

whether she could take on the distribution

in the UK. DOYMA were pleased to

hear this as no-one else in the

UK had the knowledge about

the parts that Tina had,

therefore, DOYMA granted


exclusivity in the UK.

Service Sealing Solutions

Ltd has grown tremendously

over the last four years and is

now classed as one of the UK’s

NE Fasteners celebrating

39 years 1985-2024

NE Fasteners

Limited, a family

owned company,

is celebrating

its 39th year of

business. With

Nigel Elliott setting

up in his garage

in Halesowen,

it soon became

apparent his indepth

knowledge

and expertise of the

trade was invaluable

and he’s still very

much involved on

a day to day basis.

This would not have happened

without loyal and supportive

customers, suppliers and staff alike.

We primarily specialise in screws

fixings & fasteners for the DIY,

hardware, building, joinery and

furniture manufacturing sectors. NE

Fasteners prides itself with offering

expertise, competitive prices from

local and internationally sourced

standard and bespoke products.

Our warehouse is situated in a

7,000ft 2 warehouse in Cradley Heath

in the West Midlands. We are able

to provide a wide range of finishes,

including zinc, electro brass, black

chrome, satin chrome, bronze and

nickel, and packaging

options, ensuring that

many buyers consider

us to be a key and

valued supplier.

More recently,

Screwshop has evolved

from its established

sister company NE

Fasteners and has

also proven a huge

success with its online

shop. After 5 years in

operation, we have

grown year on year

and seen an increase

in sales during the recent pandemic.

We are now looking to increase

stock and make it even easier for

customers to order.

With friendly and experienced staff,

our aim is to offer excellent service

with our next day deliveries and give

an opportunity for our customers to

let us manage all fixings, fasteners

and component requirements

competitively.

Have a look at our online shop at:

www.screwshop.co.uk or give us

a call on 0121 559 8866 with your

enquiries and we will give you our

best attention and prices at all

times.

top specialists in providing

the best in German

engineering with

products that are

designed to solve

all watertight duct

sealing requirements

and prevent against

structural damage.

DOYMA’s

product

range is

mainly suitable

to builders of

commercial properties and

many of Service Sealing

Solutions Ltd’s custom has

come from large projects

in London including

the infamous HS2

and Kings Cross

station. Due to the high

level of water tightness in

DOYMA’s products, services

such as rail and other forms

of transportation have

many electrics installed

underground making it vital to

have a product that maintains a

trusted watertight construction.

BPI helps Warrens

Timber exit

From construction sites to furniture

workshops, the timber industry

serves as the backbone for a vast

array of sectors. However, when

market forces or business needs

necessitate closure, companies like

Warrens Timber face the challenge

of efficiently disposing of assets and

minimising disruption.

This is where BPI Asset Disposal

Solutions stepped in to provide a

smooth and successful closure for

the West Drayton company.

Warrens Timber, a longstanding

supplier of decking, sheet materials,

treated lumber, mouldings, and

various other timber materials, made

the difficult but necessary decision

to close its doors.

One of the key challenges they faced

was how to efficiently offload a large

amount of equipment and inventory.

Already aware of BPI’s proven

expertise in asset disposal, Warrens

Timber proactively reached out to

explore their options.

Beyond cataloguing, BPI’s team

leveraged its industry expertise

to accurately value each asset,

ensuring fair market pricing that


Service Sealing Solutions Ltd will always

endeavour to ensure customers receive

the very best product suitable for their

requirements. In closing, Tina mentioned the

importance of their service to the building

and construction industry. “When you are

planning a build, it is easy to forget

the little details that make sure

your building stands the test

of time. Correct sealing can

help keep the building’s

utilities accessible, making

any maintenance easier

to complete with little

disruption. Service sealing

systems also prevent

structural damage because

wherever service ducts are

installed through walls, ceilings

or floors, penetrating water may cause

damage to buildings. Through working

with DOYMA, we are able to provide

bespoke sealing answers to many different

problems.”

T 01952 510050

sales@servicesealingsolutions.co.uk

www.servicesealingsolutions.co.uk

would maximise returns for Warrens

Timber.

BPI didn’t stop at valuation. To

reach the right audience, they

implemented a targeted marketing

campaign. This included leveraging

online advertising platforms,

industry publications relevant to

woodworking and construction, and

email marketing to their network

of verified buyers seeking quality

woodworking equipment and

building materials.

BPI then conducted an online

auction, ensuring a smooth

experience for both Warrens Timber

and potential buyers.

www.bpiauctions.com/

assetdisposal

20


Building Products & Services

Ceramic innovation: TileCentral

UK redefining quality and service

To date, TileCentral UK has imported eight

containers per month, each capable of

holding 24 pallets, amounting to nearly 1,440

square metres of tiles per container. Bolstered

by this impressive achievement, TileCentral

UK is poised for substantial expansion come

2025 and beyond.

Headquartered in Stoke-On-Trent,

Staffordshire, renowned as the historic

ceramic capital of the UK, TileCentral UK

stands as a family-owned B2B enterprise

specialising in the supply of premium Asian

ceramic and porcelain tiles.

Since its inception, TileCentral UK has fortified

its workforce and infrastructure, successfully

establishing its own offices and staff in the

primary Ceramic hubs of South East Asia,

India, and China. Danny Bowers, Director at

TileCentral UK, elaborated on their unique

approach, “As a family-run

business, we also own a raw

materials factory, fostering

strong relationships with tile

producers in Asia. We take

pride in offering our clients

the safest and most secure

route to accessing this

vibrant continent.”

The company caters

to a diverse clientele,

ranging from distributors

and shop builders to

developers across the nation. In recent

times, it has expanded its reach to supply

significant projects throughout the UK as

well. These projects encompass a wide array

of developments, including restaurants,

apartments, new build houses, and various

others.

Within a mere nine months of its inception,

TileCentral UK achieved a remarkable

milestone in its fledgling journey. Originating

as a small, family-operated enterprise, this

company embarked on the importation of

high-quality Asian tiles

in April 2022, swiftly

establishing itself as an

international supplier. The

idea for this collaboration

stemmed from Danny’s

smart recognition of

an untapped niche in

the market, particularly

during a period when

numerous UK businesses

were sourcing their

tiles from European

counterparts.

Danny explained, “We are actively seeking to

broaden our tile selections and enhance our

showroom presence here in Stoke-On-Trent.

With over 50 years of collective experience in

the ceramic sector and the invaluable support

of our overseas family working closely with

our partners, we remain steadfast in our

commitment to delivering superior quality at

prices that undercut traditional retail outlets.”

Danny characterised the company as

professional, determined, and passionate,

three words that resonate clearly with its

achievements. Within a remarkably brief

timeframe, TileCentral UK has curated an

extensive portfolio, fortified by unparalleled

technical knowledge and expertise in the

industry, coupled with a commitment to

customer service that ensures quality and

consistency.

TileCentral UK proudly

offers a selection of the

world’s finest brands

and products, including

Technical Porcelain, Mosaic,

Ceramic Floor Tiles, Ceramic

Wall Tiles, and Polished

Porcelain. These products

are versatile and suitable

for a countless number of

settings such as airports,

shopping malls, universities,

offices, vehicle showrooms, restaurants,

hotels, and residential homes.

TileCentral UK’s notable projects have

received global recognition, solidifying their

reputation as a trusted partner for large-scale

enterprises. Its portfolio boasts collaborations

with renowned brands worldwide, including

KFC and McDonald’s in South Africa, Nando’s

Restaurants in South Africa and Malaysia, the

Eden Hotel in Bangladesh, BMW in Malaysia

and Singapore, Toyota Car Showrooms in

South Africa, Darwin International Airport

in Australia, the Food Bank

Central Office in Australia,

King Saud University Hospital

in Saudi Arabia, Cascada Mall

in Lebanon, and numerous

others.

The newly launched website,

www.central-tiles.com has

been designed to cater to the

diverse needs of all customers,

especially those with bulk

orders. TileCentral UK prides

itself on stocking an extensive

selection of ROCATEX products, renowned

for their superior quality and performance

standards. From standard set adhesives

to rapid set adhesives, grouts, levelling

compounds, primers, anti-fracture matting,

and specialised waterproofing solutions,

customers can access a comprehensive

range of tile and stone care products from

ROCATEX. What’s more, these products are

available in convenient pallet deals starting

from just £400.00, ensuring exceptional value

for money.

Danny and the team at TileCentral UK

prioritise customer satisfaction above all else.

They eagerly listen to and promptly address

all customer requests and preferences. As a

testament to their commitment to customer

service, if you’re seeking a specific product

or brand not currently stocked, TileCentral

UK, being a family-run business, warmly

welcomes customer suggestions, going

above and beyond to explore every avenue

to find the perfect solution tailored to your

needs.

T 01782 226166

info@tilecentral.net

www.central-tiles.com


Grounds Maintenance

Introducing the Eco Clipper

Electric Mowing Systems

Eco Clipper offers large area mowers that help

field managers minimise mowing costs while

producing a professional finish. The Eco Clipper

mowing system was originally developed

to replace the cylinder mower in turfgrass

production. The aim was to retain the cutting

performance of a well-tuned cylinder mower,

but not the high maintenance requirements and

sensitivity to mowing conditions, such as wet

grass and weeds.

The system

The smooth cutting decks with fast spinning small

blades ensure a high quality of cut and a good

distribution of clippings. Thanks to the electrically

driven

blades,

the mower

is very

economical

and quiet. The large wheels and smart mower

deck linking system ensures good contour

following and enables high mowing speeds.

The benefits

Users report high productivity gains and

appreciate the low maintenance requirements

and the ability to schedule mowing even under

less favourable mowing conditions, such as

early morning dew and wet autumn, which can

often prevent removal of grass clippings.

The models

Municipalities and sports field and park managers

have discovered the advantages of the Eco

Clipper mowing system. For them, Eco Clipper

now offers two versions: the 4.11m wide EC-FM4

Sport and the 3.43m wide EC-FM343. Both

are positioned in front of the tractor, providing

excellent visibility & comfort for the tractor driver.

The EC-FM4 Sport has four independent mowing

decks, mows till 4.11m wide and folds up to 2.5m

width. It only needs 50hp, but fits best to small

size agricultural tractors. To meet the demand

for more lightweight mowers suitable for most

park tractors from 40hp upwards, the Eco Clipper

FM343 has been developed. This three-part Eco

Clipper front mower cuts 343cm wide and folds

to a transport width of 170cm. As with the larger

411cm wide EC-FM4, electricity is provided by a

PTO-powered generator behind the tractor.

info@ecoclipper.com

www.ecoclipper.com

22


Cemex introduces i-Con

Global building materials solutions

supplier Cemex has introduced

i-Con, a new data-driven, digital

solution, designed to help

contractors deliver smarter, more

efficient concrete construction,

during the critical curing process.

Cemex i-Con provides contractors

with real time insights using

Bluetooth and maturity tracking

to make faster and more accurate

decisions about when to remove

formwork, apply loads, or pour

concrete.

This

reduces

time, the

reliance on

third-party

testing and

field cured

cubes;

ultimately

allowing

contractors greater optimisation

and control over their project

delivery.

By enabling greater visibility of

the compressive strength and

temperature of concrete, Cemex

i-Con’s new smart technology, is

aimed at supporting a range of

concrete applications from highrise

buildings and crane bases, to

cast-in-place construction, bridges,

tunnels and precast, using simple

and easy-to-install wireless smart

sensors, which are placed within

the concrete formwork.

Mike Higgins, Cemex, said,

“Cemex i-Con is ideal for use on

applications where rapid early

strength is needed. When working

with concrete, contractors plan for

maturity development, dynamic

visibility of this data means

jobs may be finished ahead of

schedule.”

Cemex

i-Con works

across all

Cemex

concrete

mixes and

is part of

Cemex’s

suite of

added value

digital tools,

including BIM Plug-in software,

which are designed to help

contractors and specifiers improve

their productivity, profitability, and

sustainability, for intelligent, more

efficient concrete construction.

The reports generated by Cemexi-Con

can be used as part of BIM

models, enabling users to upload

detailed reports on concrete curing

performance.

www.cemex.co.uk/i-con

Sod-cutting ceremony

A new primary school is coming

to Dunstall Park Estate in

Tamworth and will be open to

students for the start of the new

school year in 2024/25.

Construction works for Dunstall

Park Primary School are being

led by Midlands contractor,

GF Tomlinson, on behalf of

Staffordshire County Council and

alongside project managers and

concept architects, Entrust. The

project was procured through

the Constructing West Midlands

(CWM) framework.

Ideally located to accommodate

a number of new housing

developments in the area, the

new one-form entry two-storey

school will open its doors in

September, catering for 210

primary pupils and 26 nursery

places. The school also has the

capacity for expansion to 315

places in the future, in line with

the demand for school places

generated by further housing

growth.

The 1,500m 2 state-of-the-art

educational facility comprises

seven classrooms, a separate

nursery and practical area, an

indoor school hall, staff offices

Site Management

and catering areas, alongside

an outdoor space dedicated to a

range of sporting activities.

The school’s energy-efficient

design prioritises daylight and

natural ventilation into the

building and, to ensure easy

adjustment to temperature

changes, high levels of insulation

and thermal mass will be applied

to walls and ceilings.

The school will be part of the

Arthur Terry Learning Partnership

(ATLP), which operates ten

other successful schools in

Staffordshire, among its new

overall total of 22. GF Tomlinson

previously delivered Anna

Seward Primary School in

Lichfield in 2023 for the ATLP.

https://gftomlinson.co.uk


Lighting & Electrical

Currys chooses

Whitecroft for huge

lighting refit

Commercial lighting manufacturer

and supplier, Whitecroft Lighting, has

completed a major project to install

innovative LED lighting systems in

almost 80 stores across the UK for

electrical retailer Currys, including

branches in Manchester, Birmingham

and Dundee.

But rather than completely replacing

the outdated lights, Whitecroft

used its pioneering Relight system

to reuse as much of each store's

existing lighting infrastructure as

possible.

This reduces the huge amounts

of waste normally generated by

major electrical refits, an important

requirement for Currys as part of its

2040 Roadmap to Net-Zero strategy,

which sets out how the company is

reducing the carbon it produces.

Whitecroft’s Relight low-energy

LED lights have been installed in

customer showrooms, office areas

and even car parks, enabling Currys

to reduce its energy consumption,

helping to further cut its carbon

emissions and shrink its electricity

bills.

Tom Gardener, Senior Facilities

Manager for Currys, explains the

rationale for the project, “Working

with Whitecroft Lighting and learning

about its approach to circularity –

reusing and recycling materials – has

been a very positive experience. We

were impressed with the short and

longer-term material and labour cost

benefits of Relight, but we didn’t fully

appreciate the carbon saving value

until we worked on the product.

“Our new lighting not only improved

our energy efficiency but also our

approach to circularity and reusing

existing infrastructure. This helped

to increase energy efficiency and

reduce wasted carbon.”

www.whitecroftlighting.com

Schneider Electric

transforms power

distribution

Schneider Electric, the leader in

the digital transformation of energy

management and automation,

recently unveiled the introduction

of MasterPacT MTZ Active, a

revolutionary new low voltage

air circuit breaker designed to set

new benchmarks for efficiency and

sustainability at Data Centre World,

London.

Experts at Gartner estimate data

centre downtimes could set

businesses back by an upwards

of $300,000 per hour, and so

the business case for investing

in innovation and technology to

ensure data centre resiliency has

never been stronger.

In a world increasingly driven

by electricity and digitisation,

MasterPacT MTZ Active enables

data centre customers to respond

to complex challenges, including

24/7 uptime demands, spiralling

energy costs, and urgent calls for

sustainable practices.

The first MasterPacT product

was launched 35 years ago, and

ever since has been synonymous

with circuit breaker innovation

and reliability. Now, with smart,

connected power distribution

becoming a must-have, Schneider

Electric is revolutionising the

MasterPacT range to advance

circuit breaker performance in the

data centre.

The new MasterPacT MTZ Active’s

control unit speeds mitigation with

an industry-first QR code solution.

Data centre operators can scan

the code to access comprehensive

instructions to optimise decisionmaking

on the most effective

restorative actions to take, in order

to reduce data centre downtime.

www.se.com/uk/en/productrange/63545-masterpact-mtz

Belisha & Refuge Beacons

AmberGLO8

8W LED Beacon, reflective

white banding

OlympiadIPB

30W LED Beacon with illuminated

and reflective white banding

Feeder Pillars

We manufacture and supply a huge range of Feeder Pillars to suit every

purpose in galvanised or stainless steel and GRP, shell only or pre-wired

Lodestar

LED Refuge Beacon

12W with Pearl Globe

and Traffic Grey

Gallery

Sentinel26

Refuge upgrade total

26W High Visability

LED Beacon with 2No.

Illuminated reflective

white bands, suitable

for both retro-fit or

new install

For every type of power distribution, EV Charging, MRI for Hospitals, Sports &

Leisure, Parks & Gardens, Events & Markets, Multi-Service & Multi-User

Full range of accessories – Courtesy Shields, LED Crossing Spotlights,

Bracket Arms and retrofit spare such as Reflective White Bands etc.

Quality Feeder Pillars from stock or made to order, fast turnarounds with

unrivalled service

EST 1982

Contact our Sales Team now on 0333 666 2122

or email info@fisherandcompany.co.uk

Visit www.fisherandcompany.co.uk to view our range of products

1-4 Cary Court, Somerton Business Park, Somerton, Somerset TA11 6SB

24


Refurbishment & Interiors

Our wallbed models provide limitless

possibilities for transforming living space

Wallbeds have never been easier to order, build and

install. They can help transform homes, offices and

hotel rooms into multi-purpose & versatile spaces

as well as providing functional storage areas.

Our wallbeds use a unique, safe, spring support

system enabling the precise adjustment of

balancing lift, compared with cheaper gas lifts. Our

spring balance system has been developed over

a 20 year period to guarantee safety and achieve

the perfect balance. Being both powerful and

adjustable means you can use a premium mattress

for absolute comfort as well as to perfectly balance

the wallbed, using fingertip control to open and

close the wallbed effortlessly and safely. All our

mechanisms and hardware models are complete

with contract level finishes and strength.

The NeXT Bed , Alpha Bed , Beta DIY Kit, and

Studio Desk provide huge scope for rethinking the

way we live, work and sleep. Wallbeds can be used

with subtlety and even completed hidden. Built to

contract standards, and as well as appearing in an

increasing number of homes globally, wallbeds

are also gaining increasing popularity in the hotel

and hospitality sectors due to their durability and

suitability for everyday use.

Wallbeds can also provide additional capabilities

such as providing extra storage, integrated seating

or a desk. Installation costs are low and especially

reduced if installed when completing a full fit out.

ln furnished apartments, hotel rooms and in tiny or

mobile homes, all our models utilise the floor plate

very effectively which is essential especially where

space is increasingly at a premium, and furniture

must be dual purpose. Full drawings are available

of cabinet fixings where needed.

Our innovative NeXT Bed is an instant wallbed

solution used with or without cabinet, immediately

installable and useable on arrival, and currently in

stock and available worldwide. With a tiny footprint

and with fingertip control, the NeXT bed uses the

safe spring support system. It can even be partassembled

off-site to further minimise installation

time on-site.

The Alpha Bed utilises rolled section steel for

strengthening the wallbed front panel and includes

cross braces to ensure maximum load compatibility

while never compromising on the perfect balance

nor comfort. Our Studio Desk, compatible with

the Alpha Bed , functions as either a desk or side

table and integrates directly into the wallbed. Not

only does it disappear when the bed is lowered but

keeps desk items vertical and undisturbed while the

bed is lowered, raised, and in use. Weighing just

15kg and the size of a cabin case, the Beta DIY kit

has been developed specially for cabinet makers,

and a range of other specialist trade professionals

who require an affordable, compact, safe, reliable,

and easy to operate system that from one package,

will deliver any size of professional wallbed.

Our wallbed models provide limitless possibilities

for transforming living space – just add your

creativity and design for the space you need.

Free consultation, advice, innovative designs

and support provided. A full range of US/EU/UK

sizes are in stock, immediately available in project

volumes worldwide. Talk to us today about our

wide range of wall bed mechanisms and associated

other products.

T +44 (0)208 704 5796

M +44 (0)7780 661958

Jeremy.Waller@wallbedsystems.co.uk

www.wallbedsystems.co.uk

Aquabloc: The humidity-defying tile for

bright and fresh interiors

In environments where humidity and heat reign

supreme, maintaining a fresh and clean interior

can be a constant battle. From spas to shower

areas and other damp spaces, moisture can

quickly take a toll on the building’s interior, leading

to discolouration, warping and potential mould

growth.

At Zentia, we understand the unique challenges

faced by businesses that operate in these

conditions, which is why we are proud of Aquabloc

– our toughest

ceiling tile that defies

humidity and heat to

keep interiors looking

pristine for years to

come.

Made from hydrated

calcium silicate,

the Aquabloc tile

is a true gamechanger

with 100%

Relative Humidity

(RH) performance.

This means it can

endure even the

most challenging

environments without

comprising its

structural integrity or

aesthetic appeal.

Whether you require a

ceiling tile solution for a

luxurious spa, shower facilities, or any other facility

where humidity and heat are a constant, Aquabloc

is the perfect answer for creating interiors that

remain bright, fresh and inviting.

Easy installation, stunning results

In addition to its exceptional performance,

Aquabloc offers an easy-to-install board edge,

making it simple to incorporate into any new or

existing grid system. Once installed, the white

ceiling tiles can instantly elevate the ambiance of

interiors, adding a sense

of light and height.

Seamless specification

Specification with Zentia

has never been easier.

A team of dedicated

Architectural and

Design Consultants

throughout the UK

are ready to help

with exploring design

concepts or finalising

specifications. You can

also see us at Material

Source Studio in

Manchester or Glasgow,

a one-of-a-kind hub of

design inspiration for

architects.

Zentia are partners

with NBS, a free-to-use

construction product

platform that allows you to quickly and easily find,

select and specify our products. This means you

can find all of our products on NBS, with accurate

and up to date specification data, making project

design simple.

Invest in longevity and aesthetics

By choosing Aquabloc, you are not just investing in

a ceiling tile, you are investing in the longevity and

refinement of your interior spaces. Say goodbye to

the constant cycle of replacement and repair, and

enjoy even more peace of mind with Zentia’s 30

year warranty when used with a Zentia grid system.

Say hello to a fresh, inviting atmosphere that

prevents humidity and heat from dictating the look

and feel of interior spaces. Embrace the power of

Aquabloc and experience the difference a humiditydefying

tile can make.

Find out more, or update your sample library

here: www.zentia.com/en-gb/solutions/products/

ceiling-tiles/aquabloc


Company of the Year

COMPANY OF THE YEAR 202

Power Continuity Ltd have

been designing, building and

installing automatic Power

Protection Solutions across

the UK for almost 30 years

Customer led design requires bespoke

power solutions for every location.

Building and Facilities News chose Power

Continuity for this prestigious 2024 award as

the worthy WINNER after being impressed

by their, “No challenge is too great for Power

Continuity to implement. Any location, Any

power.”

Building and Facilities News were especially

impressed with:-

s The highest installed generators,

operating 24/7 anywhere in the UK, have

been designed and installed by Power

Continuity at the very summit of Mount

Snowdon, Snowdonia, all within the last

12 months.

s The largest single phase generator ever

built in the UK to operate on the rail

network was built and installed in 2024 by

Power Continuity in Derby.

Certainly, no challenge is too great for Power

Continuity to accomplish. WINNER.

Diesel Generators Keep the Lights On:

Reliable Power

In today’s ever-connected world, even a

brief power outage can cause significant

disruption. For businesses that rely on

constant reliable

electricity, ensuring

uninterrupted

operations is crucial.

This is where,

bespoke industrial

diesel generators and

emergency standby

power protection

systems come in.

Power Continuity design

from scratch, each

solution, to ensure

even the most sensitive

equipment never loses

power.

Dependable Power

When You Need It Most

Diesel generators are

workhorses of the

industrial world. When a power outage

hits, an automatic transfer switch, ATS or

AMF panel, seamlessly transitions critical

loads to the generator, ensuring minimal

downtime. This is vital for businesses like

hospitals, data centres, and manufacturing

facilities where even a short interruption

can have severe consequences, knocking

out robots, contaminating Pharmaceuticals

etc. Power Continuity generating electricity

independent of the National Grid.

Dependable Emergency Power, without any

break

Diesel generators require up to 30 seconds

to get to speed and accept site load.

Uninterruptible Power Supplies-(UPS) fill that

gap. Holding the site load until the generator

takes over supporting the building load.

Power Continuity install UPS systems up to

10 megawatts. Any building, Any Mission

Critical site. Anywhere.

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Company of the Year

4 – is – POWER CONTINUITY

From Data Centres to NHS Hospitals, however

complex, count on Power Continuity.

Data Centre critical power infrastructures for

Government and Global corporations.

Beyond Backup: Location no problem

Industrial diesel generators aren't limited to

emergency backup.

Take Snowdon Mountain Summit.

Hikers and Tourists visit the Summit facilities

after a long trek up the mountain.

This remote isolated operation relies on

Power Continuity generators as their primary

source of power. These bespoke heavy-duty

generators are built for continuous operation

and are operating in all weathers, 24 hours

a day.

The highest operating generators anywhere

in the UK.

Modern Advancements: Efficiency and

Environmental Considerations

While diesel generators have long been a

reliable solution, advancements in technology

are making them even more efficient and

environmentally friendly. Power Continuity

generators boast lower emissions and

improved fuel efficiency, reducing operating

costs and environmental impact. We can

even run on NON-Fossil fuels such as HVO.

Expert Installation and Maintenance

Ensuring proper installation and maintenance

of an emergency standby power system

is crucial for optimal performance and

longevity. Our qualified technicians can

ensure the generator is sized correctly,

installed according to NICEIC 18th edition

standards, and regularly serviced to

guarantee, it’s never going to let your site

down, when needed.

Main Contractor

Power Continuity Systems handles the total

installation from beginning to the end. As

Main contractor, we produce our own 3D

animations ensuring the functionality of the

design and to future proof any anticipated

power requirement.

Emergency Temporary UPS Power Hire

Our UPS Hire Containers have been

temporally installed to power protect

Football Stadiums, NHS sites, Major events,

Data Centres and nationally critical sites.

With almost 30 years, no break power

protection installations, for absolute

Power Continuity it can only be

Power Continuity Ltd.

Building & Facilities News

COMPANY OF THE YEAR 2024

WINNER – POWER CONTINUITY

WE DESIGN – WE BUILD – WE INSTALL –

WE ARE POWER CONTINUITY

0845 055 8455

Power Continuity that’s

always available 24/7

https://powercontinuity.co.uk/


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