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Issue 26

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New 2OI5›2OI8 Collection

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Laminating to protect the future

Abet Ltd is delighted to announcethat it has recently obtained singlesite certification for the chain-of-custody standards of the ForestStewardship Council® (FSC®). Asenvironmental awareness in-creases, the demand for FSC®

Certified Chain of Custody

material has increased greatlyover recent years and the abilityto prove that the material hascome from well managed forestsis a key factor when specifyingtimber and paper products

Abet has worked with BM Trada,an independent third-partycertifier of environmental andsustainability claims to gain FSCMix® accreditation. FSC® is anindependent, non-governmental,not-for-profit organisation esta-

blished to promote responsibleforest management practicesworldwide to meet the social,economic, ecological, culturaland spiritual needs of present andfuture generations.

The Chain of Custody follows thepath taken by raw materials fromthe forest to the consumer. Thisincludes each stage fromprocurement, processing andmanufacturing through todistribution and sales of certified

goods where each stage of thesupply chain involves a change ofownership.

Abet Laminati has been awardedboth FSC® and the Programmefor the Endorsement of ForestCertification schemes (PEFC).PEFC is an international non-profit, non-governmental organ-isation dedicated to promotingSustainable Forest Management(SFM) through third-partycertification.

The new 2OI5›2OI8 Abet Laminati Collectionhas been launched globally and is nowavailable in the UK and Ireland from Abet Ltd.

As part of its continued research anddevelopment, factoring in specific marketdemands, Abet has introduced some excitingnew ranges whilst streamlining some existingones. This gives architects and specifiers aninteresting new selection of hues, finishes andtextures.

The Collection comprises 32 complete rangesfrom plain colours to woodgrain reproduc-tions and real wood finishes through topatterns, images and 3D effects. Three brandnew textured finishes have been introduced –Papier, Cross and Root.

Papier is inspired by the remarkable tactileproperties of paper. Distinguished yetdiscreet, it makes surfaces stylish and addsthe extra value of versatility. Cross is a specialhorizontal finish that is sinuous, structuredand opaque, for a deep visual effect thathighlights any shade. Root expresses itselfwith signs that are reminiscent of woodenessences, instantly transmitting warmth andenergy through sight and touch.

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Abet Ltd launched Polaris, an innovative newrange at the Architect@Work Show inLondon’s Olympia in January 2016.

Polaris is a revolutionary new product with asmooth and velvety touch, and one which ishighly resistant to shock, scratches and heatas well as being anti-fingerprint.

The curious combination of durability andtexture stemming from Abet Laminati’sstylistic and technical research gives Polaris afuturistic appeal. It leads the category oflatest generation products by the company,serving as a sophisticated and durablereference point for inquisitive designers whoseek unusual results.

Polaris is the ideal choice for ultra-contemporary projects, delighting the senseswith a pleasant and unique effect.

It is available in two sheet sizes – 3050 x1300mm and 4200 x 1300mm in thicknessesfrom 0.9mm through to 1.2mm and acompact grade 10mm and 12mm with aphenolic, black or coloured core.

Samples and technical literature are availablefrom our sample line on tel: 020 7473 6915or via www.abetuk.com

David Hayward has beenappointed as Abet’s new LondonSpecification Manager.

Having started with Abet in July2015, he joins us from theconstruction industry and hasmany contacts within theArchitectural and Specificationworld. He can be contacted on07970 006686 or via email atdhayward@ abet.ltd.uk

Barbara Campbell, Abet’s UK &Ireland Sales Manager, recentlycompleted the 38km CycloSportive in aid of the Heart ofKent Hospice in Aylesford.

The hospice is an independentcharity providing specialist end oflife care for people who are facingthe challenge of a life-limitingillness, and support for theirfamilies.

Staff News

Due to the popularity of our dedicated UK & Ireland Collections, we arerolling out further updates over the coming months.

The Doors Collection was the first to be updated. The range has beensimplified and now comprises a wide selection of plain colours andcomplementary woodgrain decors in a standardised sheet size (now2250 x 1000mm) and supplied with a protective coating as standard.

The Cubicles Collection is also being updated to reflect latest trends andmarket needs. This will incorporate some exciting new woodgrains andplain colours including some from the new 2015>2018 Collection.

We will also be offering a new MEG Collection bringing an array ofcolourful additions to the exterior cladding market.

Range Updates

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Abet UK Ltd, 70 Roding Road, London Industrial Park, London E6 6LS.

Tel: ++ 44 (0) 20 7473 6910 Fax: ++ 44 (0) 20 7476 6935

www.abetuk.com www.abet.ie email:sales@abet.ltd.uk

A SLICK SOLUTION FOR OIL MANUFACTURER

Labgrade, the decorative high pressurelaminate with a solid core, manufactured byAbet Laminati, has been installed in therefurbished Millers Oils laboratories atBrighouse, West Yorkshire.

Supplied by Arnold Laver Bradford andinstalled by Cleckheaton Construction, theLabgrade, specially designed for use insterile and hygienic environments, forms ahard-wearing, durable and attractiveworktop. With a 16mm solid black core,coupled with a specially formulated chemicalresistant decorative surface, it is designed toresist damage caused by most laboratorychemicals. The easy to clean surfacecomplements the core which provides asmooth decorative edge to resist the ingressof dirt and bacteria.

The laminate’s non-porous fabrication andedging make it ideal for use in areas of highmoisture and humidity as its solid coreconstruction means there is no risk ofpeeling, cracking or delamination. It is alsowell suited for heavy duty working areas,such as in schools, hospitals and industriallaboratories or in any application wherechemical, impact and scratch resistantperformance is required.

CUBICLES FIND A GOOD HOME

Products in practice

High Pressure Laminate from Abet Laminati has been used to clad the cubicles of the newheadquarters of East End Homes in central London.

Fabricated by specialist washroom and cubicle manufacturer Decra Ltd, the 616 Walnut Sabecfinish has created a warm, executive and luxurious feel to the washrooms.

Manufactured in 0.9mm thickness and in large 3050mm x 1300mm sheets sizes, the LegniNews range of woodgrain effects is a popular choice for surfacing. With around 100 differentwood species patterns available in the Legni and Legni News collections, designers have animpressive range to choose from including complementing shades and tones which facilitatesubtle contrasts and design.

As with all the finishes from Abet Laminati, the range meets or exceeds all European and Britishperformance standards for resistance to wear, heat, moisture, impact and scratching. Thelaminates are widely used in situations where high quality performance and design are carefullycrafted together to create an attractive visual experience.

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