innovation and achievement 2009

innovation and achievement 2009

showcasing achievements in construction products

the voice of the industryThe Construction Products Association represents 85% by value of

all manufacturers and suppliers of construction products in

the UK, including the largest companies in the industry, as well

as 43 sector trade associations. Collectively, the industry provides

20% of goods manufactured in this country.

The Association acts as a single voice to promote and campaign

for the construction product manufacturers and suppliers in order

to support a growing and profitable industry. Its growing credibility

can be seen by the increasing influence it has with government

departments and other industry and political bodies.

the factsThe construction products industry is at the heart of the UK

economy, providing essential materials for our homes, schools,

hospitals, factories, offices, roads and railways.

Every year the industry:

• has an output of more than £40 billion

• exports in excess of 10% of output

Accounts for :

• 40% of total construction output

• 20% of the UK’s manufacturing output

• 4% of the UK’s Gross Domestic Product

• employs more than 500,000 people

• in almost 30,000 companies

contentsMessage from the Chairman 5

Message from the Secretary of State, Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills 6

health, safety and security 7

Leaderflush Shapland Sentinel 9

Knauf Drywall Knauf Safeboard 10

Marley Waterproofing The Marley Waterproofing Hybrid Specification (HS) Roofing System 11

Tarmac National Contracting HAVmeter - an industry first to tackle Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome 12

CEMEX UK Cycling safety initiative to prevent accidents 13

Saint-Gobain PAM UK Ltd Hydraulic Pipe Unloading Beam 14

Aggregate Industries UK New bagged aggregates factory at Barton under Needwood 15

Ancon Building Products Ancon KS Threaded Anchor and Ancon Keyblock Re-useable Pocket Former 16

Filon Products Limited Fixsafe 17

HCP, an SAS International Group Company Dutch-fold anti-ligature radiant heating panels 18

SWS UK SeceuroVision 7501 19

energy and carbon saving 20

Marantec UK a division of Link Controls Ltd Marantec blueline technology (currently available in Comfort 220.2 blueline) 22

The BSS Group plc Contactor Supply Facility 23

Halfen Ltd and Cityroofs Ltd Aquadyne Living Wall 24

Kingspan Insulation Limited Refurbishment of The Victorian House of the Future, Camden 25

Baxi Group Baxi Ecogen 26

Permanite Engineered Roofing Systems PermaTEC EcoWRAP 27

Aggregate Industries UK Low Temperature Asphalt 28

Aggregate Industries UK Urban Surface Protection used on Charcon StoneMaster 29

Baxi Group Multifit GasSaver 30

Celotex Celotex FR4000 and CG4000 31

Freerain Limited G-Tanks 32

Hanson UK Frindsbury Wharf marine sand and gravel processing plant 33

Kingspan Insulated Panels Kingspan WoodTherm™ 34

Knauf Insulation Mineral Wool with ECOSE® Technology 35

Polypipe Ventilation The Domus Fresh Air Supply Set 36

Senior Architectural Systems Ltd Hybrid Timber/Aluminium Fenestration System 37

SIG Insulations Insulslab SFRC (Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete) 38

SupaWall Limited SupaWall®, SupaRoof® and SupaFloor™ Panels 39

Kingspan Insulated Panels Kingspan Render Panel 40

Kingspan Insulated Panels Kingspan Thermatallic™ 41

EDGETECH IG INC Super Spacer® TriSeal™ Premium 42

contents improvements in site efficiency 43

IBP Conex Ltd. Conex Push-Fit 45

Hilti (Gt Britain) Limited Hilti X-HS-W wire hanger system 46

Laidlaw Solutions Limited Laidlaw Orbis Integra Doorsets Range 47

Lafarge Readymix Integrated onboard slump process control system 48

Hanson Building Products Hanson Quick Build™ Prefabricated clay brickwork masonry as part of flood defence system 49

Reynaers Ltd Optima 50

Aggregate Industries UK Lewisham Flag Paving Development 51

DrillVent UK Limited DrillVent 52

EcoTherm Insulation UK ltd UFH board 53

Hanson Building Products SPS Factory Management System 54

Kingspan Insulation Limited Kingspan ‘Roof in a Box’ 55

Saint-Gobain Isover ULTIMATE™ Protect 56

SAS International SAS Modular Solutions 57

SmartPly Europe Ltd SmartPly SiteProtect 58

FP McCann Ltd Easi-Base 59

resource efficiency 60

ICI Paints AkzoNobel Dulux Trade Paint Solidifier 62

Aggregate Industries UK Dry Grinding and Polishing 63

Filon Products Limited GRP (Glass Reinforced Polyester) Recycling 64

Johnson Tiles - (a trading division of Norcros Group (Holdings) Limited) Ink-jet Decoration of Ceramic Tiles 65

ACO Technologies plc VIENITE® 66

Profile 22 Systems Northwards Pilot – 100% Recycled Windows installation 67

CEMEX UK Readyflow®; a new concrete block permeable paver 68

Hanson UK Recycled road planings dryer 69

Hanson UK Recycling inorganic waste for use in cement 70

Lafarge Readymix Use of by-products within concrete 71

Milliken Contract Omni® Access All Areas with Tractionback™ 72

Profile 22 Systems 60% recycled content window system 73

Swish Building Products Sustainable Rainwater System 74

Further examples for each category are available on our website www.constructionproducts.org.uk

innovation and achievement 20095 construction products association

As Chairman of the Construction Products Association I am delighted once again, to have this opportunity to introduce the latest edition of Construction Products Innovation and Achievement. The CPIA, now in its sixth year, is firmly established as the leading showcase for some of the most innovative products and processes that have been developed by the industry during the last year or so.

It does not need me to remind you that the UK economy has

been experiencing its sharpest decline since 1948 and that the

construction industry has suffered more than most during this

decline. Yet, despite these unprecedented times, the industry

continues to look to the future, embracing innovation and

improvement as it strives to deliver new and exciting solutions to

all parts of construction. Companies understand only too well the

competitive edge that innovation brings them and the importance

that they place in ensuring creativeness is a key part of current and

future commercial success.

The construction products industry has proved once again, its

enormous ability to lead, by devising new, more efficient, more

sustainable ways of doing things. As you will see from the range of

products and processes in this publication, the creative and innovative

approach is not confined just to a select few, in one or two sectors,

but can be seen as a key driver for an industry that is continuously

improving and constantly changing.

By delivering efficiencies and creating more sustainable solutions,

these new ideas bring a range of benefits to everyone including

clients and end users, company employees and especially the

environment in which we live.

The interest shown by companies from across the industry to this

year’s CPIA is hugely satisfying and demonstrates the enormous

desire that companies have to participate and promote their exciting

innovations to the wider world.

It is always a difficult decision deciding which product or process

to feature, but you can be sure that for each one chosen there

are plenty of others that could equally demonstrate the innovative

achievements and exciting development of the construction

products industry - a selection of other examples is available on the

Association’s website.

CPIA was always intended to show how the industry as a whole is at

the forefront of innovation, improvement and change. At this time of

economic uncertainty, we can be proud that our industry continues

not only to aim high but also to deliver this range of solutions and

improvements.

Adrian Barden

Chairman Construction Products Association

message from theconstruction products association chairman

innovation and achievement 2009 6construction products association

I am delighted to provide the opening words to this publication. Not only is it an opportunity to introduce myself and the new department, it’s also a chance to commend construction product manufacturers and suppliers for their hard work and commitment in these difficult economic times.

I want to start by saying how encouraged and impressed I am by the

resilience and determination construction firms have shown over

the past 12 months. This publication is evidence that Britain is still a

nation of innovators, delivering products and solutions that will shape

the industry in the years ahead.

As many of you will know, the Department for Business has now

merged with part of the former Department for Innovation,

Universities and Skills, pulling together the key elements we believe

are necessary to help us shape the economic future of this country.

As part of that merger I have been appointed as Business Minister

at the newly formed Department for Business, Innovation and Skills

(BIS) with responsibility for the construction sector.

My priority is to help our construction companies in the current

economic climate. That’s why in the 20008 Pre-Budget Report we

brought forward £3 billion of capital spending from 2010-11 into

2008-09 and 2009-10. We must make sure this money is spent on

time and well.

In my first few weeks in post, I have met and heard from a number of

representatives of the sector. It is clear we must ensure investment

is going where it’s needed so that new products and services

continue to emerge. Indeed, as competition for every job and every

new contract intensifies, it is essential that we continue producing

innovative, groundbreaking products like Permanite’s Perma TEC

EcoWRAP and Knauf Insulation’s Mineral Wool with ECOSE

technology. These are examples of British firms moving into the low

carbon economy, using sustainable products and services to generate

new capital.

I am convinced that this should be the focus of every company

throughout the construction chain – to build a fully sustainable

construction sector. Sustainability means not only meeting our

environmental objectives and improving resource efficiency but

contributing to long term economic growth and job creation. The

Strategy for Sustainable Construction launched last year lays down

steps we must take to achieve that.

The Budget 2009 announced £1.4 billion of spending to support the

low carbon sector. A significant proportion of this spending will feed

into the construction sector by encouraging the deployment of low

carbon technologies and supporting energy and resource efficiency

for households and businesses.

Our strengthened position as BIS means we can now work more

closely to ensure we provide the support businesses need. We

have set aside more than £600 million from our training budget to

tackle skills issues in key sectors, with £133 million earmarked for the

construction sector. We’ll also use government contracts to ensure

those firms that benefit can train more staff.

The message I want to get across is that there is life after recession

and our success relies on our ability to plan for tomorrow. We must

build on our strengths ensuring our firms are ready for the upturn

and with innovative companies, like those displayed in this publication,

I firmly believe we can and will do that.

Ian Lucas

Minister for Business, Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS)

message from the minister for business, department for business, innovation and skills (BIS)

innovation and achievement 2009health, safety and security

As set out in the Approved Code of Practice for the Construction Design and Management Regulations, there is significant emphasis on the duty of designers to consider safety throughout the whole life cycle of the building, from construction, through to usage and including end of life decisions. Designers and Specifiers can help meet their obligations under CDM

by choosing products that improve safety both for installers and users as well as enhance security, which is also of increasing concern.

Manufacturers have again responded positively with a variety of products and solutions addressing some of these key responsibilities.



Leaderflush Shapland SentinelSentinel (patent pending) is an innovative hand and finger

protection solution that allows specifiers and architects to

achieve outstanding performance, without compromising design

or architectural integrity. Sentinel uses a pivoted design with

decorative timber elements as an integral part of the doorset.

The ergonomic, smooth design has no dirt traps enabling easy

cleaning and the lacquer contains Hygienilac® antimicrobial

protection. Sentinel provides effective and unobtrusive finger

protection whilst guaranteeing the highest levels of performance

– Approved document M and BS8300 compliant opening forces,

30 minutes fire resistance and 30RwdB acoustic performance.

Seals and essential ironmongery are included, eliminating the risk

of certification problems and also negates the need for on-site

trades fitting retro-fit components. Sentinel is environmentally

friendly as well as being one of the most effective and unobtrusive

finger protection solutions in the marketplace with all materials

used in the manufacture either FSC accredited or FSC neutral.

What is innovative or new?

Sentinel is one of the most unobtrusive finger protection

solutions in the marketplace. Being an integral part of the

doorset, it cannot be forcibly removed negating the cost of

ongoing replacement and the need for on-site trades fitting

unsightly, retro-fit components.

How are benefits delivered?

30,000 children trap and seriously injure their fingers in doors

every year and more than 1500 of these children will need

surgery, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of

Accidents (ROSPA). Sentinel is specifically designed to help

guard against hand and finger injury whilst ensuring the highest

levels of performance in a discreet and aesthetically pleasing

hand and finger protection solution.

Contact details

Address: Leaderflush Shapland

Milnhay Road

Langley Mill

Nottingham

NG16 4AZ

Telephone: 01773 530500

Facsimile: 01773 530040

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.leaderflushshapland.co.uk



Knauf Drywall Knauf SafeboardKnauf Safeboard is a standard plasterboard containing barium.

For projects that require x-ray shielding, it completely removes the

need for lead-lined plasterboards in almost all cases. For more than

100 years, hospitals, dentists’ practices, veterinary surgeries and

industrial laboratories have required varying degrees of lead-lined

partitions to shield the adjoining areas from radiation. Until this

year, the use of lead has been commonplace within public buildings.

This is no longer necessary as Knauf Drywall has been working with

the Health and Safety Executive to agree on equivalent ratings for

partitions that will not only remove a high percentage of lead used,

but also the need for specialist contractors onsite. This allows

traditional dry lining firms to pitch for entire hospital projects.

Launched with Wardray Premise, the UK’s leading x-ray shielding

specialist, specifiers and contractors can be confident that it is

supported by the most respected bodies in the industry.


Lead has been integral to x-ray blocking ever since the harmful

effects of radiation had been discovered. For the first time,

walls can shield adjoining areas without the use of lead. This not

only solves the inert concerns of installed lead, but the inherent

concerns of installation, customisation and disposal.


Not only the obvious benefits of removing lead from new

buildings and replacements for refurbishments; but also the

weight is greatly reduced (aiding manual handling concerns),

contractors constructing the rest of the project will be able to

install the partitions without the need to source and hire

specialist labour (significant cost and time benefits) and it

becomes extremely simple to modify the use of rooms at a later

date (adding radiation shielding or upgrading refurbishments).

Contact details

Contact: Stuart Hiscott

Address: Knauf Drywall

PO Box 133

Sittingbourne

Kent

ME10 3HW

Telephone: 01795416282

Facsimile: 0800 521 205


Website: www.knaufdrywall.co.uk



Marley Waterproofing The Marley Waterproofing Hybrid Specification (HS) Roofing SystemMarley Waterproofing’s HS System provides a practical, modern

design solution for traditional built-up roofing. Benefits of high

performance materials and specific project criteria, are combined

to provide a specification that designs out risks and ensures that

requirements of CDM, Building Regulations and British Standard

Codes of Practice are not compromised. A key element is design

detailing using the latest cold-applied technologies (minimum of

0.5m around all roof details).

The HS System comprises:

• Cold-applied build-up - high performance vapour control layer;

premium insulation; self-adhesive underlayer

• Traditional torch-on or pour and roll capsheet

• Cold-applied detailing

This warm roof build-up meets Part L requirements:

• Insulation/detailing protected during application of top waterproofing layer

• Enables specification of a more thermally efficient insulation

Cold application is ideal for projects where bitumen boilers/gas

torches are impractical, resulting in a reduction in the level of

fumes/CO2 emissions.


The HS System is a new generation of roof design, specifying a

mix of the latest technologies to minimise risk during installation,

whilst maintaining a traditional finish.

Marley Waterproofing has addressed market changes, using its

experience to provide a best fit solution with an all

encompassing single point guarantee.


• Complies with regulations such as Part L

• Environmental benefits from reduction in fumes and CO2 emissions

• Cold detailing and pre-formed details minimise time spent at perimeter thereby reducing risk from falls at height

• Choice of cold applied technologies – such as self-adhesive/liquid applied

• Fire retardant capsheet

• Single point guarantee covering all materials, design and workmanship, up to 20 years

• Approved and trained contractor/installer network

Contact details

Contact: Beth Barber

Address: Marley Waterproofing

Covert Road

Industrial Estate

Aylesham

Kent

CT3 3EQ

Telephone: 0844 815 6463

Facsimile: 0844 815 6462


Website: www.marleywaterproofing.com



Tarmac National Contracting HAVmeter - an industry first to tackle Hand Arm Vibration SyndromeDeveloped by Tarmac National Contracting and Reactec,

a specialist noise and vibration company, the HAVmeter, is the first

system to provide ‘live’ data on tool operators’ cumulative daily

exposure rates to Hand Arm Vibration (HAV).

Current HSE guidance sets the daily Exposure Action Value (EAV)

at a level of 2.5 m/s2 A(8). However, Tarmac identified that the

critical issue for its staff and the wider construction industry is how

daily dosage is monitored and recorded across each piece of

equipment used.

The HAVmeter system features four main components: a colour-

coded tool tag on each piece of equipment; a magnetic swipe card

for each operator; and a base station within the crew bus, which

incorporates up to eight individual HAVmeters.

Information including tool manufacturer, model, unique ID and

average tool vibration level is automatically uploaded into the

HAVmeter. When the operator is approaching their maximum

HAV exposure level, the HAVmeter provides a visual warning.


Individual tools carry different vibration levels and operators use

a number of tools each day making it difficult for operators and

employers to assess the actual levels of HAV exposure.

This is the first device to calculate cumulative live vibration data

across all vibratory tools used by an employee throughout the day.


The HAVmeter system has significantly reduced around 1,100

Tarmac employees’ exposure rates to HAVs from vibrating tools.

The system has further increased the accuracy of Tarmac’s health

and safety data, eliminating the need for operators to complete

daily paper-based records of vibration levels and allowing Tarmac

to monitor individual dosage levels more effectively.

Contact details

Contact: Glyn Williams

Address: Tarmac National Contracting

The Village

South Normanton

Derbyshire

DE55 2DS


Facsimile: 01902382556


Website: www.tarmac.co.uk/nationalcontracting



CEMEX UK Cycling safety initiative to prevent road traffic incidentsAccording to the Department for Transport collisions between

large vehicles and cyclists account for approximately 8% of those

killed or seriously injured on the roads. This is an issue for the

construction industry which transports the majority of its materials

by road.

Investigations undertaken by CEMEX shows that there is a

particular risk of incidents at road junctions and when cyclists are

on the nearside of vehicles turning left.

To improve road safety, CEMEX has introduced the following features:

• A new mirror (fish eye) to improve visibility to the near side (blind spot) and front of the vehicle

• A cyclist warning sign to the nearside rear of all of our vehicles, warning of the dangers of undertaking Large Goods Vehicles (LGV)

• The company is also now investing in the fitment of the proximity sensor ‘side-scan’ system on all new fleet to warn the driver if anything is in the danger zone to the left side of the vehicle

• CEMEX is also undertaking the fitment of side under-run bars on tippers, as extra protection for cyclists and other vulnerable road users. These have been a good anchor point for additional warning signs


Since 2005 CEMEX has had a continuing programme of

introduction and innovation of safety features, the latest of

which is the proximity sensors system. CEMEX UK has a

company fleet in excess of 450 large goods vehicles, including

concrete mixers, aggregate tipper lorries, cement tankers and

‘curtainsiders’. In addition, there is a fleet of independent

haulage contractors comprising of up to 4500 vehicles,

dependant on market volume.


Since 2005 there have been no blameworthy cyclist fatalities or

serious injuries related directly to vehicles turning at junctions.

From 2000 – 2005, there were two fatalities and four serious injuries.

• Drivers are less affected by road traffic incidents as there are fewer

• Visible demonstration to public that the construction industry take safety seriously

• Reduced negative PR

Contact details

Contact: Andy Taylor, Director of Health and Safety

Address: Wolverhampton Road

Oldbury

West Midlands

B69 4RJ

Telephone: 0121 569 7455


Website: www.cemex.co.uk



Saint-Gobain PAM UK Ltd Hydraulic Pipe Unloading Beam With more than one fifth of all reportable UK work-related

accidents occurring near vehicles, site unloading of pipes and

associated fittings is a potentially high risk operation. Where forklift

access is not possible, unloading is usually completed by use of

cranes or HIAB vehicles, both of which involve accessing the trailer

bed, either to apply slings, or attach pipe hooks.

Remotely controlled from ground level, the Hydraulic Unloading

Beam is manoeuvred into position on top of a ductile iron pipe and

the pipe hooks contracted to fit snugly over the pipe ends.

Each pipe is unloaded and positioned on the ground with the same

effectiveness as a standard HIAB. Access to the trailer bed is

eliminated and there is no damage to the pipes.

Use of the unloading beam is now specified by many customers and

has led to further developments using other attachments to allow

unloading of pipe bundles and pallets in the same manner.


Traditional methods of site off-loading of heavy pipes and fittings

requires some personnel access to the trailer bed. The Hydraulic

Unloading Beam with purpose designed attachments can be

remotely controlled outside the working area during unloading.

Attachments for the safe unloading of individual pipes, pipe

bundles and pallets can be remotely and quickly changed over.


Within the Working at Height Regulations (2005), dutyholders

are charged to ‘avoid work at height’ if possible.

The Hydraulic Pipe Unloading Beam:

• Removes the need for operatives to access the trailer bed when unloading heavy pipes and fittings

• Removes the problems of sling attachment and ‘balancing’

• Provides a clearly defined ‘exclusion zone’ during offloading and stacking

• Provides a proforma method statement and risk analysis that can be provided to a contractor before deliveries commence

Contact details

Contact: Dr David Smoker

Address: Lows Lane

Stanton-by-Dale

Ilkeston

Derbyshire

DE7 4QU

Telephone: 0115 930 5000

Facsimile: 0115 930 0702


Website: www.saint-gobain-pam.co.uk



Aggregate Industries UK New bagged aggregates factory at Barton under Needwood The old bagging process at a previous site involved workers being in

the same area as fork lift trucks and also hand stacking bags of

aggregate. The new process had the principle of keeping men

inside the factory, and mobile plant outside. The process was

redesigned from scratch, with the bulk aggregates being deposited

outside the factory, and a conveyor belt system then removing them.

The only manual operation is the loading of a bag onto the weighing

arms, which is then filled automatically once the operative is safely

behind a light curtain. The bagged material is then removed from

the factory by conveyor, again eliminating contact between man and

machine. Also on the site, a special area has been set aside for

vehicle sheeting, totally out of the way of all plant. Walkways have

also been totally reorganised with barriers between men and

transport at all times.


A conscious decision has been taken to make sure there is no

interface between mobile plant and machinery. Also light activated

safety curtains are used to prevent the operation of bagging

machinery where men are present. This plant can be described

as ‘state of the art’ and is highly efficient.


The process change is designed to deliver maximum health and

safety benefits. It eliminates manual handling and also keeps

men and mobile plant totally separated. The idea was to create

a site that could be viewed as a template for safe working and

serve as a model throughout the company.

Contact details

Contact: Paul Lane

Address: Aggregate Industries

Hulland Ward

Nr Ashbourne

Derbyshire

DE6 3ET

Telephone: 01335 372222

Facsimile: 01335 370973


Website: www.aggregate.com



Ancon Building Products Ancon KS Threaded Anchor and Ancon Keyblock Re-useable Pocket FormerThe Ancon KS Threaded Anchor is manufactured from high strength

steel and features a machined internal metric thread.

It is cast into a concrete face and can be used with either an Ancon

parallel threaded reinforcing bar as a continuity system at a wall-to-slab

joint or a standard metric bolt fixing.

A line of KS Anchors are installed quickly and accurately at the required

spacing, using the Ancon Keyblock which is a re-useable HDPE mould.

The KS Anchors are inserted into the Keyblock and this unit is then

nailed to the formwork. Reinforcement is installed around the unit

and the concrete is cast. The formwork is then removed to reveal

the Keyblock, which is left in place to protect the internal threads

until they are required.

When the Keyblock is eventually removed it is retained for use

elsewhere on the same site or on a future project.


This system is innovative in three ways:

• It uses a threaded anchor as a wall-to-slab continuity system

• It combines the use of a threaded anchor with a re-useable pocket former

• It uses a re-useable mould to evenly space a line of threaded anchors


• This system can be used to replace a continuity box containing pre-bent bars. It improves site safety by eliminating the manual process of straightening these bars on site

• The KS Anchor replaces hooked bars in the wall thereby reducing congestion in the concrete. It also eliminates the need to drill concrete to create a fixing point, eliminating the use of power tools and exposure to hand-arm vibration

• Use of the Keyblock increases the load capacity of the KS Threaded Anchor by providing additional embedment in the concrete. Being re-useable it reduces dependency on virgin materials

Contact details

Contact: Annabelle Wilson

Address: Ancon Building Products

Telephone: 0114 275 5224

Facsimile: 0114 276 8543


Website: www.ancon.co.uk



Filon Products Limited FixsafeThe Fixsafe System has been designed to allow profiled roof sheets

or rooflights to be replaced from below, eliminating the need to

access dangerous fragile roofs, thereby increasing safety for

maintenance operative and equipment erectors, greatly reducing

the risk of serious injury or death. By removing the requirement

for costly safety netting, roof staging, fall protection or external

scaffolding, access equipment costs are minimised and on site time

is reduced. The speed and ease with which roof repairs can be

carried out using the Fixsafe System brings important advantages to

building owners, with reduced disruption and safer working

procedures. The Fixsafe System allows those involved in repairing

fragile roofs to work fully in compliance with Regulation 9 of

the Working At Height Regulations, 2005. The Fixsafe System

comprises of specific GRP translucent or opaque replacement

sheets to match all popular asbestos and fibre cement profiles and

includes the patented fixings.


Eliminates the need to access fragile roofs from above and all

the dangers that this involves. By allowing broken roof sheets to

be replaced from below from the safety of a cages access point

via a cherry picker or scissor lift.


Allows contractors to fully comply to Regulation 9 of the

Working At Height Regulations, 2005. The cost savings have

been proven as against traditional methods for access.

The biggest benefit is that lives will be saved (in the development

process since 2001, 147 people have died falling through fragile

roofing material).

Contact details

Contact: David Hathaway

Address: Unit 3, Ring Road, Zone 2

Burntwood Business Park

Burntwood

Staffordshire

WS7 3JQ

Telephone: 01543 687 300

Facsimile: 01543 687 303


Website: www.filon.co.uk



HCP, an SAS International Group Company Dutch-fold anti-ligature radiant heating panelsThe principle behind radiant heating panels involves the bonding of

a serpentine copper heating element to the rear of an aluminium

panel. Mounted in the ceiling or freely suspended from the soffit,

hot water flows through the element creating a warm surface.

Like the suns rays this warm surface emit electromagnetic radiation,

heating room occupants, contents and surfaces directly. Because

large volumes of air do not need to be heated before occupants feel

the benefit, the use of radiant heating panels can lead to a reduction in

the amount of energy needed to heat a space.

SAS international, through its specialist heating division HCP,

has developed a new anti-ligature radiant heating panel for use in

secure facilities such as mental health units and prisons.


The new ‘Dutch-fold’ design allows radiant heating panels to be

directly mounted to the ceiling without the need for a separate

mounting frame; this is a unique method of manufacture.

The material used to construct radiant heating panels is ‘folded’

back upon itself. The design helps to reduce installation time

and ensure panels sit tight to the ceiling and a ligature can not

be affixed.


Ceiling-mounted Dutch-fold anti-ligatures panels create a safer

and more secure environment for both patients and inmates by

reducing the chances of accidental burning and reducing

opportunities for self-harm.

Radiant heating solutions are increasingly specified in the healthcare

and educational sectors, where the benefits of freeing up floor

and wall space, and integration with natural ventilation strategies

are well recognised. Additionally they can contribute towards

reduced cleaning regimes and help meet infection control

targets by reducing the cross infection risks associated with

other systems.

Contact details

Contact: John Staunton

Room Comfort Brand Manager

Address: 31 Suttons Business Park

London Road

Reading

RG6 1AZ

Telephone: 0118 929 0900

Facsimile: 0118 929 0901


Website: www.sasint.co.uk



SWS UK SeceuroVision 7501The SeceuroVision 7501 steel roller shutter is the first and only

vision shutter to be tested by the LPCB to LPS 1175-1 and to be

approved to Police and insurance standards. The SeceuroVision

7501 has been designed by SWS UK’s dedicated product

development team building on the existing features of the market

leading steel commercial shutter range.

This product can be manufactured using either a traditional

commercial shutter design incorporating steel angles and guide

channels or using a more aesthetically pleasing continental design

which has extruded aluminium guide channels and box.

The testing to the LPCB’s rigorous LPS 1175 Issue 6 burglary

resistance standard, where it achieved a Level 1 rating, proved

the shutter resistant to attacks from intruders using a variety of

tools, including levers, screwdrivers and knives. These are the type

of concealable tools that are used by the opportunist thief.


The SeceuroVision 7501 is the only vision shutter on the market

to achieve the highly regarded Loss Prevention Certification

Board’s (LPCB) LPS 1175 Issue 6 burglary resistance standard and

has also obtained ACPO’s prestigious ‘Secured by Design’ status.

Delivering up to 25% vision, this product provides a solution to

meet the demands of both security and product display.


Business crime has risen 20% since 2004. The most targeted

areas are industrial estates and shopping parades where more

than 70% of businesses have experienced crime in the last 12

months. With the current economic climate there has never

been a more important time for businesses to protect their

property. However, government community safety guidelines

restrict the use of shutters as a security method and often the use

of solid shutters is not allowed. The SeceuroVision 7501 offers

a comprehensive solution to a number of criteria. It provides

effective protection for businesses by offering the highest level of

security whilst also complying with government regulations.

The result is secure yet open and welcoming urban environments

which maximise the potential for window shopping.

Contact details

Contact: Melloney Jewell

Address: SWS UK

Hornby Road

Claughton

Lancaster

LA2 9LA




Website: www.swsuk.co.uk

innovation and achievement 2009energy and carbon saving

Carbon saving and reduced energy consumption are key targets of the government’s sustainability objectives, which address the climate change challenge to deliver a cleaner, greener economy.

The government has produced consultations on the 2010 Part L for energy efficiency in buildings, the UK Low carbon Industrial Strategy, the UK Low Carbon Transition Plan and the UK Renewable Energy Strategy. Earlier in 2009 we had the consultation on the Heat and Energy Saving Strategy which looked at the existing stock and the drive towards zero carbon new buildings continues with the public and private funded Zero Carbon

Hub, in which the Association is a key player.The supply and cost of energy continues to present the industry with a difficult and uncertain future and manufacturers and suppliers have been at the forefront of developing new initiatives, both to minimise energy consumption and to use alternative sources of energy.

Through CPIA, the construction products industry demonstrates how it has addressed these challenges by managing the energy used in the manufacturing processes, as well as by manufacturing products that both reduce carbon emission and improve energy efficiency.



Marantec UK a division of Link Controls LtdMarantec blueline technology (currently available in Comfort 220.2 blueline)This extremely energy efficient door operating system uses

Marantec blueline technology with very low power consumption

in stand-by mode.

The system is based upon active sleep mode technology developed

by Marantec. All components are switched off in stand-by mode.

When the system receives an impulse in the sleep mode for

instance via hard transmitter, it immediately functions at 100%.

The system only requires a minimum energy consumption of 0.3 watt

to ensure operation, which equates to more than 90% of energy

savings, compared to other operator systems currently available.

The Blueline system guarantees permanent availability of all safety

and comfort functions. Marantec sets international standards for

energy efficiency and environmental saving.


• Extremely energy efficient door operator system thanks to the lowest power consumption in stand-by mode by use of an intelligent microprocessor control

• Blueline is a patentable technology, it is trendsetting and technologically the most advanced system for doors available globally


90% energy saving potential compared with standard operators:

Stand-by consumption of a door operator with blueline technology

(Comfort 220.2 blueline) < 0.3 watt = 2.5 kWh per year;

Stand-by consumption of a standard operator about 4 watts

= 35 kWh per year

The only garage door operator designed specifically to save

running costs for the consumer

Contact details

Contact: Carl Hill

Address: Marantec UK

A Division of Link Controls

Stuart Road, Manor Park

Runcorn, Cheshire

WA7 1TS

Telephone: + 44 1928 53 08 26

Facsimile: + 44 1928 57 15 99


Website: www.marantec.com



The BSS Group plc Contractor Supply FacilityThe BSS Group plc has recently joined a legal entity partnership

called Construction Site Solutions (CSS) consisting of The BSS

Group plc, Speedy Hire plc, Lavendon Group plc and Hewden

(part of Finning International Inc). Together a new CSS on site

facility for contractors is currently being constructed, which

provides onsite workshops, offices, stores and a self-selection

trade counter area.

The unit reduces the carbon footprint of traditional short-term

accommodation by more than 50%. It is constructed in steel that

can be recycled and timber products from a sustainable source,

either PFC or PEFC. The unit is lined with pre-decorated

plasterboard made from 95% recycled products and offers fire

resistance as well as superior insulation properties.

In addition it boasts insulated doors and floors, waterless urinals,

water saving cisterns, T5 low energy light fittings, PIR sensors and

is powered by renewable energy sources, thus further reducing

energy consumption.


The component products used to build the unit, combines the

expertise of the CSS companies to deliver the highest energy

and carbon savings possible. It offers market leading

improvements in insulation, lighting, water usage and provides

heating and electricity that offsets that being drawn from the

national grid.


The water conservation devices such as rain water harvesting,

have a dramatic impact on the water needed to run the unit;

on average each urinal will save 150,000 litres of water a year.

Other proposed products to be installed include solar

photovoltaic (PV) and heat pumps that will significantly reduce

running costs and the carbon footprint. Running cost reduction

is estimated to be more than 30% over a normal traditional

constructed accommodation.

Contact details

Contact: Alan Ball

Address: The BSS Group plc

Fleet House

Lee Circle

Leicester

LE1 3QQ

Telephone: 0116 262 3232

Facsimile: 0116 253 1343


Website: www.bssgroup.com


Halfen Ltd and Cityroofs LtdAquadyne Living WallA living facade which reduces the impact of solar gain upon a

structure. The solution employs lightweight supporting structures

designed by Halfen, a hydroponic irrigation system supplies

sufficient nutrients and water through the Aquadyne system to

support plant growth. Aquadyne is 100% recycled mixed polymer

plastics destined for landfill, acting as a capillary vessel allowing the

plant root zone to remain moist without being saturated.

The soil-less solution is designed to incorporate rainwater

harvesting, photovoltaics and possible edible food sources.

For every 20 Sqm of Aquadyne product used in construction,

independent research has proven that at least one tonne of CO2

will be saved from generation. This does not include the exchange

which happens through photosynthesis. The whole process

reduces the reliance on air conditioning, and hence reduces energy

consumption, CO2 generation and pollution.


The redefining of recycled used polymers which are difficult

and un-economical to separate, designed to allow plant growth

whilst suspended vertically from the face of a structure.


The product protects a building structure from solar gain

thus allowing a reduction in the use of cooling systems and

therefore energy consumption and pollution generation.

The system also encourages the use of rainwater harvesting

and photovoltaics and introduces the possibility of an edible

wall within small living spaces.

Contact details

Contact: Matthew Hoddinott

Address: Imex Centre

Radway Green

Crewe

Cheshire

CW2 5PR

Telephone: 0800 328 7084


Website: www.cityroofs.com www.halfen.co.uk



Kingspan Insulation Limited Refurbishment of The Victorian House of the Future, CamdenThe process comprised the refurbishment of a solid walled Victorian

property in Camden to very high levels of energy efficiency.

There were conservation constraints which meant that external

insulation was not a feasible option. The low thermal conductivity

of Kingspan Kooltherm insulation products allowed internal

insulation to be used with minimal loss of living space, with most of

the walls in the house now achieving a U-value of just 0.19 W/m².K.

The rest of the house was insulated to a similarly high standard,

with the roof achieving a low U-value of 0.15 W/m².K.

Overall CO2 emissions have been reduced by 70%, as shown by

monitoring to date. This is a carbon dioxide emission level that

would allow it to achieve Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable

Homes. The project is being used for social housing and will be

monitored for energy consumption for five years.


Close partnership working between contractor and

manufacturer enabled very high levels of energy efficiency to

be achieved in what was a difficult refurbishment.

The building is the first of its type to achieve carbon dioxide

emission levels that would allow it to achieve Level 4 of the

Code for Sustainable Homes.


The project will deliver great value to the construction industry.

It shows what partnership working can achieve. It also shows

that exemplary energy efficiency and carbon emissions can be

achieved even in the most difficult of housing refurbishment

projects. The data that will be collected will demonstrate what

has worked in practice – putting the standards to the test.

Contact details

Contact: Peter Morgan

Address: Kingspan Insulation Limited

Pembridge

Leominster

Herefordshire

HR6 9LA

Telephone: 01544 388 601

Facsimile: 01544 388 888


Website: www.insulation.kingspan.co.uk



Baxi Group Baxi EcogenBaxi Ecogen is a wall-hung micro combined heat and power boiler

that uses a Free Piston Stirling Engine to generate 1kWh of

electricity while providing space heating and hot water. Baxi has

developed the technology specifically for domestic applications to

provide an appliance that operates virtually noise and vibration free,

in a case that is no bigger than a standard domestic boiler.

Intelligent controls reduce the flow temperature (heat output) to

match the property heat load requirements, therefore allowing

continuous operation on the unit, maximising electricity generation.

The boiler controls are removable and incorporate a

programmable room thermostat. Cylinder and outdoor

temperature sensor kits will also be available as optional

accessories. This allows close monitoring of room, hot water

and outdoor temperatures.

Baxi Ecogen continuously compares actual temperatures (room or

hot water) with desired temperatures (set points). If appropriate,

the boiler flow temperature can then be reduced.


Unlike solar or wind powered technologies, Baxi Ecogen

operates at specific times of the day when the carbon intensity

of grid-provided electricity is at its worst. As this is technically

when the trading price of electricity is highest, the true carbon

savings of micro-CHP are greater than the average grid intensity.


Baxi Ecogen will help housebuilders to comply with the Code

for Sustainable Homes.

Energy generated close to the point of use is far more efficient

than that generated at a centralised power plant.

Householders will reduce their carbon footprint, save money

on fuel bills and be less dependent on the electricity network.

Any surplus generated may be sold back to the grid.

Contact details

Contact: Steve Rickards

Address: Baxi Group

Brooks House

Coventry Road

Warwick

CV34 4LL

Telephone: 08448 711538

Facsimile: 08448 711537


Website: www.baxiecogen.com



Permanite Engineered Roofing SystemsPermaTEC EcoWRAPPermaTEC EcoWRAP is a hot applied waterproofing compound which

is manufactured from a specially formulated combination of refined

bitumen, synthetic rubbers, fillers and other additives. It is suitable for

use as the waterproofing layer on most flat roofing systems when

covered by suitable protection or when used in an inverted roof or

green roof specification. It is also suitable for use as a damp-proof

membrane in solid concrete floors or as the waterproofing layer in a

typical sandwich membrane used for above or below ground

waterproofing in concrete, brick or blockwork structures.

PermaTEC EcoWRAP is the first hot melt waterproofing system to

be manufactured with ‘zero wrapper waste’. The compound is

encapsulated in a thin film which blends into the material when

heated. PermaTEC EcoWRAP is the most environmentally friendly

hot melt system in the world.


PermaTEC EcoWRAP compound features easy flow melt

technology which means it is ready for use at a temperature of

150oC – 160oC compared with the usual 200oC for competing

systems. This saves preparation time and significantly reduces

energy consumption on-site. Furthermore, no outer packaging

is required which means 98.5% less waste than equivalent

cardboard-packaged products.


EcoWRAP is the only hot melt product to be manufactured in

the UK, which means its delivery has a dramatically smaller

carbon footprint than competing products which are typically

imported from the North American continent. We deliver

direct from factory to the site in one operation. The product

generates 98.5% less waste than competing systems, reducing

on-site waste and disposal costs. PermaTEC EcoWRAP helps

to improve working conditions on site with its easier to

handle 12kg kegs.

Contact details

Contact: Nichola Clayton

Address: IKO PLC

Appley Lane North

Appley Bridge

Wigan

Lancashire

WN6 9AB

Telephone: 01257 256097

Facsimile: 01257 252514


Website: www.permanite.com




Aggregate Industries UKLow Temperature AsphaltAggregate Industries has worked in Partnership with The Mercia

materials engineering group to develop a process for mixing Asphalt

at temperatures of between 70°C and 90°C. The objective to

provide a CO2/tonne value better than a cold mix asphalt using

bitumen emulsion and better than traditional Hot Mix asphalt.

The resulting material was required to retain similar performance in

compaction, trafficking and engineering performance compared to

a similar hot mix asphalt product. This was to be on the basis of

using traditional asphalt plants, delivery vehicles, binders and laying

equipment currently used by the asphalt industry.

The trial sites for Shropshire County Council at Market Drayton

identified the following benefits:• Nil Fuming

• Nil Aging

• Ease of compaction

• Fatigue enhanced


Asphalt Concretes can be mixed at half the temperature of

traditional asphalt whilst using the same mixing plant, delivery

vehicles, binders and laying equipment.


Reduced fuel usage in manufacturing at lower temperatures

reduces CO2/tonne generated. The binder does not age due to

less heat, it also does not fume which is a Health and Safety

benefit to the surfacing gangs.

Contact details

Contact: Tom Bateson


Brookside House

Bardon Hill Road

Coalville

Leicestershire

LE67 1TD

Telephone: 01530 512140

Facsimile: 01530 249542





Aggregate Industries UK Urban Surface Protection used on Charcon StoneMasterStoneMaster is a paving product which replicates Yorkstone and

was chosen to be treated with Urban Surface Protection.

USP is a fluro-polymer that impregnates the paving surface, forming

a barrier preventing stains from penetrating the material. Rain or

regular cleaning will remove most staining, including chewing gum,

normally requiring a major ‘deep clean’ of the product.

USP is the first coating to be applied on line in a factory environment,

instead of once the product has been laid.

For a city centre, the size of Liverpool, (30,000 sq metres), up to six

deep cleans a year are required including chewing gum removal at

£1.50 per sq metre. This can cost up to £23.40 per sq metre.

StoneMaster paving with pre-applied USP could reduce the number

of cleans from six to two, giving maintenance costs of £4.20 per sq

metre per year. The saving on cleaning costs and detergents would

be in the region of £576,000 per year.


Charcon is the first paving manufacturer to offer this innovation.

The formula has been enhanced to be effective on paving.

The new innovation includes applying the product on-line in a factory

to make sure that the product is uniformly applied to give

a consistent dosing and level of performance.


There is a major cost saving in terms of the amount of cleaning

that has to be carried out on StoneMaster with USP pre-applied.

The cost savings can be substantial.

The use of detergents with the potential to have negative impacts

on the environment is also minimised.

Transferring the application of the product on-line within

a factory saves substantial amounts of product as any overspray

is recycled.

Contact details

Contact: Paul Wagstaff

Address: Aggregate Industries Marketing

Brookside House

Bardon Hill

Leicestershire

LE67 1TD

Telephone: 01530 512366

Facsimile: 01530 249542


Website: www.charcon.com



Baxi Group Multifit GasSaverThe Multifit GasSaver is an innovative low cost product that sits

neatly between boiler and flue and recycles flue gas heat which

would normally be expelled into the atmosphere and wasted.

It creates a thermal store of condensate from the waste flue gases.

Heat from this condensate store is then used to pre-heat water

coming into the boiler from the cold mains supply, significantly

reducing the amount of gas required by the boiler to heat the water.

This means lower energy bills for the householder and greater

carbon savings.


Multifit GasSaver increases boiler efficiency, saving up to 37 % of

the gas used to heat hot water annually, according to tests

conducted by an independent scientific test house. The calculation

is based on an average household’s consumption of 100 litres of

hot water per day.


By selecting the GasSaver in conjunction with other low-cost

measures, the cost of achieving Code Level 3 can be minimised.

It has been proven by independent testing to achieve domestic

hot water savings of up to 6%.

It is an easy to install low carbon solution, offering up to 700kg

carbon emissions saving compared to an SE boiler, according to

independent tests carried out by TUV NEL (2008).

With no controls, settings or moving parts, it is maintenance

free and does not require servicing.

Contact details

Contact: Steve Rickards

Address: Baxi Group

Brooks House

Coventry Road

Warwick

CV34 4LL

Telephone: 08448 711538

Facsimile: 08448 711537


Website: www.baxigroup.com/uk



Celotex Celotex FR4000 and CG4000By utilising groundbreaking technology, Celotex has achieved

complete Class O fire performance within two of its most recent

product introductions. FR4000 and CG4000 represent the most

cost effective, thermally efficient fire performance PIR insulation

boards available on the market today.

FR4000 and CG4000 offer Class O fire performance throughout

the entire product - not just the foam core. An improved lambda

value of 0.022W/mK allows for up to 5mm less product to be used

in some applications. Specifically targeted at pitched roof and wall

applications, FR4000 is available in a range of thicknesses from

25mm – 150mm. CG4000 is suitable for partial fill cavity wall

applications and is available from 40mm – 80mm.

Since its launch, both products have seen an excellent uptake within

the thermal insulation market helping to lower CO2 emissions from

the building fabric whilst meeting legislative frameworks such as Part

L, BREEAM and the Code for Sustainable Homes.


FR4000 represents the only PIR insulation product with Class O

fire performing properties as well as an improved thermal

performance of 0.022W/mK. This level of performance is

achieved throughout the entire product – not just the foam

core. This provides a unique position to Celotex within the PIR

thermal insulation market.


FR4000 and CG4000 enable premium fire performance to be

achieved across any applications that demand Class O fire

performance. Combining its improved thermal performance

and low emissivity foil facers can result in some applications

requiring less product; thereby saving money and space.

Available in thicknesses up to and including 150mm eliminates

the requirement for two layer systems helping to save labour

costs and installation times.

Contact details

Address: Celotex Limited

Lady Lane Industrial Estate

Hadleigh

Suffolk

IP7 6BA

Telephone: 01473 822093


Website: www.celotex.co.uk



Freerain Limited G-TanksFreerain is a specialist rainwater harvesting company that accounts

for around 10% of the UK market.

At the heart of rainwater harvesting systems is a storage tank, many

of which are imported into the UK from the more mature German

market; the transport element of this supply-chain arrangement

leads to an excessive carbon footprint.

To overcome this disadvantage, Freerain has invested in an innovative

range of moulds to produce a range of rotationally moulded

storage tanks in the UK, principally for the UK market. However, as

the balance of trade between mainland Europe and the UK is

east-to-west, empty backload opportunities will also be taken to

export the tanks.

The tanks have been scientifically designed to achieve the maximum

ratio of strength to weight (of raw materials used) and to provide

a lower profile, hence the depth of excavation, compared to that

required for conventional barrel-shaped tanks, is less.


The innovative features of this product are its manufacture in the UK,

its scientific high strength/weight ratio design and its high volume,

low height ratio.


This product obviates the environmentally unfriendly practice of

transporting such tanks from Germany into the UK market;

quite apart from the carbon footprint savings this achieves, it also

lowers the price of the product to the consumer by around

one-third.

The low profile of the product also addresses site-related

installation constraints, such as the need for excessively deep

excavation. The products design strength also does away with

the need to surround the tank with a concrete backfill which is

a usual requirement for glass fibre tanks.

Contact details

Contact: Terry Nash

Address: Millennium Green Business Centre

Rio Drive

Collingham

Newark

Notts

NG23 7NB

Telephone: 01636-894900

Facsimile: 01636-894909


Website: www.freerain.co.uk



Hanson UK Frindsbury Wharf marine sand and gravel processing plantHanson’s replacement marine sand and gravel processing plant at

Frindsbury Wharf near Rochester was designed to significantly

reduce energy and save carbon.

The old plant was fed by a loading shovel which carried materials to

be processed 120 metres to the plant feed hopper. Crushing of

larger sizes to make saleable products took place in campaign

crushing by mobile equipment. This meant that materials were first

processed then stored, crushed and then processed again. The

new plant eliminates all double handling.


The feed hopper was moved close to the ship discharge point,

reducing fuel consumption by 28% and increasing throughput by

a factor of 2.5. The mobile diesel powered crusher was replaced

by two in-line Sandvik H3800 cone crushers controlled by

an innovative PLC control. The crusher is automatically powered

down when not needed.


The loading shovel uses 65,000 litres less fuel a year with a carbon

reduction of 174 tonnes. Eliminating the mobile crushing

equipment gives further fuel savings of 75,000 litres with a carbon

reduction of 200 tonnes a year.

Automated control of the two in-line crushers enables power

saving of 132,000 kW a year with a carbon reduction of 71 tonnes.

The plant also features a sand recovery system incorporating

a full water recycling plant to eliminate waste.

Contact details

Contact: Dave Brown

Address: 20 20 Industrial Estate

Allington

Maidstone

Kent

ME16 0LQ

Telephone: 01622 679461

Facsimile: 01622 679558


Website: www.hanson.com/uk



Kingspan Insulated PanelsKingspan WoodTherm™

Kingspan WoodTherm™ combines an insulated panel system with

a natural wood veneer façade, offering high thermal performance

with design flexibility.

It is available in six different natural woodgrain finishes, from light

tones akin to pine through to richer shades, ensuring a versatile way

to enhance visual impact. Underneath the attractive façade lies a

high performance insulated panel, with factory formed jointing to

ensure a low air leakage rating and a PIR ECOsafe low GWP

insulating core that can achieve U-values as low as 0.23

W/m2K.

The product can only be installed as a secret fix system which

allows a smooth façade with all panel fasteners hidden from view.

It is also easily integrated with other elements such as doors,

windows, brickwork or stonework, offering an ideal solution for

everything from apartments or offices, to retail, educational and

health projects, and is suitable for refurbishment as well as new build.


These are real wood veneers sourced from sustainable forests

giving a natural variation of grain, as opposed to the repetitive

patterning common in products that use photographic

representations of timber. The clear design benefits are

combined with high levels of thermal performance.


Kingspan WoodTherm™ is available with the Kingspan Total

Guarantee for structural and thermal performance, and has

undergone a series of independent durability and weathering

tests to recognised industry standards. The system is cost

effective, easy to maintain, graffiti-proof and has a ten year

colourfast guarantee.

The system is also easy to install, with minimal training needed.

Installation times are greatly reduced compared to some other

cladding solutions, allowing a weatherproof envelope to be

quickly formed.

Contact details

Contact: Claire Maskell

Address: Kingspan Insulated Panels

Greenfield Business Pk2

Holywell

Flintshire

CH8 7GJ

Telephone: 01352 717251

Facsimile: 01352 716199


Website: http://www.kingspanpanels.com/Home.aspx



Knauf Insulation Mineral Wool with ECOSE® TechnologyKnauf Insulation glass and rock mineral wool made with ECOSE®

Technology doesn’t look or feel like other insulation. The natural

brown colour represents a level of sustainability and handling never

before achieved, combined with the same reliable thermal, acoustic

and fire performance expected from mineral wool and resulting in

the next generation of mineral wool.

The brown colour and ‘super soft’ feel comes from ECOSE®

Technology, a revolutionary, new, natural, formaldehyde-free binder

technology, made from rapidly renewable bio-based materials

instead of oil based chemicals.

Products made with ECOSE® Technology are more sustainable,

as they have the added benefit of using a natural binder, which is up to

70% less energy intensive than traditional binders.

With ECOSE® Technology, rapidly-renewable bio-based materials

replace the traditional chemicals to create more advanced and

sustainable products, helping to reduce carbon footprint even further.


ECOSE® Technology, a revolutionary, new sustainable binder

born from five years of intensive research. ECOSE® Technology

binder is the first ever bio-based binder, based on natural,

rapidly renewable ingredients rather than petroleum based

substances, widely applicable to mineral wool. ECOSE®

Technology reduces binder embodied energy by up to 70%.


With the trend towards environmentally responsible and

‘formaldehyde free’ specifications, Knauf Insulation products

with ECOSE® Technology build on the already exceptional

environmental credentials of mineral wool. Knauf Insulation’s

new ECOSE® Technology ensures products do not contain

artificial colours or added formaldehyde, resulting in environmental

credentials above our already A+ rated products in the Green

Guide. Embodied energy for the binder is reduced by 70% and

plant emissions during the production of mineral wool also reduced.

Contact details

Contact: Knauf Insulation

Address: PO BOX 10

Stafford Road

St. Helens

Merseyside.

WA10 3NS

Telephone: 08700 668660

Facsimile: 0870 400 5797


Website: www.knaufinsulation.co.uk



Polypipe VentilationThe Domus Fresh Air Supply SetThe Domus Fresh Air Supply Set has been designed specifically to

meet the growing need for the managed provision of replacement air

ensuring that comfortable indoor air quality is maintained in properties

when Exhaust Air Heat Pumps are installed. They are designed for

installation without over ventilating, preventing energy waste.

The design promotes draught-free fresh air back into the property

through an unobtrusive multi-directional inlet grille that includes

a washable environment filter which cleanses incoming air.

Externally, there is a choice of four outlet colours for outside

brickwork matching, ensuring that the installation is as discreet as

possible. It is suitable for walls up to 450mm thick and is easy and

quick to install.

To assist with building pressure, tests as required by Approved

Document L, a bespoke blanking commissioning plug has been

included for the installer’s convenience. This is a necessity when

using energy efficient exhaust air heat pumps.


• Allows set rate of fresh air into the building

• Filters incoming air

• Limited flow rate and multi-directional diffuser prevent draughts

• Discreet air inlet

• Air flow characteristics of the kit verified by the University of Cambridge ensuring guaranteed end-to-end system performance and appliance compatibility


Exhaust Air Heat Pumps provide energy efficient central heating

and hot water by extracting heat from waste inside air.

The Domus Fresh Air Supply Set ensures Exhaust Air Heat Pumps

function effectively by supplying exactly the right amount of

replacement fresh air to the building.

Unlike standard ventilation, it filters air and ensures a set rate of

air passes into the building.

Contact details

Contact: Chris Atkinson

Address: Polypipe Ventilation

Bearwalden Business Park

Royston Road

Wendon Ambro

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 4JX

Telephone: 01799 540602

Facsimile: 01799 541143


Website: www.polypipe.com



Senior Architectural Systems Ltd Hybrid Timber/Aluminium Fenestration SystemSenior Hybrid Systems is a timber/aluminium fenestration

(windows, doors and curtain wall ) product range, available through

a network of locally based fabricators, that has been developed to

meet the new building regulations and environmental standards.

Local fabrication reduces site lead times and overall carbon

footprint.

All timber is laminated and from PEFC accredited sources.

Aluminium is fully recyclable.

Product is designed to be sustainable in its procurement,

manufacture and service life. At the end of the life-cycle all

components (aluminium, timber, glass and steel ) are fully recyclable.

Product is tested to latest UK and European performance standards.


The system is unique in it’s manufacturing process. The window

profiles are delivered to the window fabricator in pre-finished

bar lengths of timber and aluminium. The manufacturing

process is similar to that used for manufacturing aluminium or

PVC windows ensuring that local manufacturing resources can

be used and transport minimised. Currently windows of this

type are imported as finished products increasing carbon output,

decreasing site efficiency and reducing local employment.


Local manufacturing means that the normal supply chain can

be used. Also stocks held in the UK mean reduced lead times

and transport.

The ability to manufacture locally allows site measurement and

the system therefore lends itself to upgrading of existing building

stock to higher insulation standards.

Contact details

Contact: Lennart Jonsson

Address: Eland Road

Denaby Main

Doncaster

DN12 4HA

Telephone: 01709 772600

Facsimile: 01709 772601


Website: www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk



SIG InsulationsInsulslab SFRC (Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete)Insulslab SFRC (Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete) is a completely

unique (and patented) waffle shaped raft foundation which provides

significant benefits over traditional methods of construction for

both commercial and residential developments.

Insulslab SFRC is formed by connecting interlocking Insulslab pods,

as detailed in a structural engineer’s general arrangement drawing,

and then pouring Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete (SFRC) over

the top to form a substantially rigid waffle shaped slab.

The Insulslab pods are made out of extremely strong expanded

polystyrene (EPS) in order to sustain the compressive forces

involved. The pods interlock to aid placement and help reduce

any risk of vertical or lateral movement when the concrete is placed.

The interlocking pods not only act as a void former but also

provide a substantial thermal performance without the need for

a screed because the insulation is incorporated into the main

construction of the foundation.


Insulslab SFRC is a new, unique method for foundation

construction and provides the building with a super insulated

foundation over its lifetime.

A typical u value of around 0.11 W/m2K can be achieved for

a detached domestic building with a perimeter divided by area

(P/A) ratio of 0.48.


Insulslab SFRC delivers significant benefits in two key areas

• Time/cost saving and minimal environmental impact in construction

• Outstanding thermal insulation performance over the lifetime of the building

This means the builder benefits from the speed of construction

– minimal groundwork, less concrete, less site traffic and waste

and when the building is constructed the owner/occupier

benefits from continuing thermal performance over its lifetime

delivering real energy and carbon savings.

Contact details

Contact: Mark Gray

Address: SIG Insulations

Hillsborough Works

Langsett Road

Sheffield

S6 2LW

Telephone: 07764 906384


Website: www.insulslab.com



SupaWall LimitedSupaWall®, SupaRoof® and SupaFloor™ PanelsSupaWall® is a patented high performance closed panel timber

frame building system that is one of the most advanced timber

frame systems in the world. SupaWall®, SupaRoof® and SupaFloor™

have been developed to provide the complete building envelope

with this world class performance. The SupaWall System® may also

be used for refurbishment projects and infill panels in other framed

building structures.

This British invention is a significant advance on the traditional open

panel products currently in use. It is covered by patents GB2415714

and GB2436989 and has been awarded a British Board of Agrément

Certificate No. 09-4659 and can be licensed worldwide.

The system can be used with any form of interior and exterior

cladding, making it very flexible in terms of architecture and usage.

A three bedroom bungalow was recently erected so that it was

wind and watertight in less than two hours with factory fitted

windows and doors.


SupaWall® is a closed timber frame panel system for walls, floors

and roofs. Its innovative combination of layers with factory

injected insulation provides excellent thermal performance.

It benefits from a patented male to female panel joining system

that simplifies site assembly and gives excellent air permeability.


The SupaWall System® manufactured off-site, with a u-value

better than 0.12 W/m2K tested by the National Physical

Laboratory, minimises thermal bridging (y-value of 0.04 W/m2K)

and delivers air permeability to 1 m3/m2h@50pa.

The environmentally friendly polyurethane foam insulation has

been specially developed to have an ODP of zero, a GWP of 1

and be CFC, HCFC and HFC free. SupaWall® dramatically

reduces site construction time and provides a high quality

building envelope.

Contact details

Contact: Bryan Woodley

Address: SupaWall Limited

Tarnacre Hall Business Park

Tarnacre Lane

St. Michaels

Preston

PR3 0SZ

Telephone: 07879 680756

Facsimile: 01995 679769


Website: www.supawall.com



Kingspan Insulated Panels Kingspan Render PanelKingspan Render Panel is a composite insulated panel system with a

pre-rendered finish giving the appearance of traditional rendered

blockwork. An innovative joint gasket minimises the visual impact

of the joint and ensures that the product can be installed smoothly

to integrate with the building design without compromising weather

proofing, thermal performance or air permeability.

The render finish is applied off-site under controlled factory

conditions, which removes reliance on additional wet trades to give

a number of key advantages. One is that consistency in colour and

flatness is maintained to higher levels than may be found with

traditional on-site application techniques, where human error and

changes in weather can lead to problems.

Currently, Kingspan Render Panel is available in thicknesses up to

100mm. This will provide a U-value of around 0.23 W/m2K and

an air leakage rate of 5m3/hr/m2 or better, well within current

government standards.


The product combines the advantages of a modern, thermally

effective, fast track system with the aesthetics of a traditional

appearance. It provides a factory controlled quality finish,

and removes the element of weather dependency from projects.


A more predictable construction schedule is made possible,

as a weather proof envelope is formed once installation is

complete to allow quicker onset of dependent internal work.

Furthermore, the lack of other trades means single-point

responsibility for the whole system.

At the centre of the system is an ECOsafe PIR core which offers

low GWP, excellent thermal efficiency and compliance with

current Building Regulations, backed by the Kingspan Total

Guarantee, offering thermal and structural performance.

Contact details




Holywell

Flintshire

CH8 7GJ

Telephone: 01352 717251

Facsimile: 01352 716199


Website: http://www.kingspanpanels.com/Home.aspx



Kingspan Insulated Panels Kingspan Thermatallic®

Kingspan Thermatallic® combines all the benefits of insulated panel

construction with the flatness and attractiveness of

an Aluminium Composite Material (ACM) façade.

It provides a high level of flatness and stability, and is available in

a range of cassette sizes and brilliant colours. It is extremely

weatherproof, impact resistant, break-proof and vibration damping,

and is suitable for both refurbishment and new build projects.

Factory formed jointing and a PIR ECOsafe low GWP insulation

core can achieve U-values as low as 0.23 W/m2K. Key benefits

include single point responsibility for installation of the entire wall;

reducing the need for specialist contractors and speeding build time

in comparison with traditional façade systems.

The product is approved by the Loss Prevention Certification

Board (LPCB) and fully tested to CWCT standards. It is fibre-free,

removing the risk of loose fibres being released and compromising

hygiene standards.


The product combines the aesthetics of a metal façade with

the performance of composite panels. Faster installation means

a weatherproof envelope can be quickly built, leading to internal

trades getting onsite sooner and further savings in time.

Guaranteed excellent thermal performance and low air leakage

rates are easily achieved.


• Design flexibility

• Single point responsibility

• Fast installation, allowing other services to gain access sooner

• Removes metal façade from the critical path

• Property & Business Protection - LPCB LPS 1181 Grade EXT-B certified insurer approved

• Environmentally sustainable PIR insulation core, low GWP and non-deleterious

• Full system available with the Kingspan Total Guarantee, covering thermal and structural performance

• Simple detailing maximises air leakage performance

Contact details




Holywell

Flintshire

CH8 7GJ

Telephone: 01352 717251

Facsimile: 01352 716199


Website: www.kingspanpanels.com/Home.aspx



EDGETECH IG INC Super Spacer® TriSeal™ Premium Super Spacer TriSeal Premium is the latest development in

Edgetech’s Warm Edge Technology spacer product range.

Designed to replace the traditional aluminium strip that sits

between two panes of glass in a window, it is the next generation

flexible, silicone foam warm edge spacer system designed to satisfy

the toughest commercial glazing demands, including silicone

structural glazing (SSG). A polyisobutylene primary seal is required

for enhanced gas retention and low moisture vapor transmission,

plus a silicone seal for proven structural performance.

TriSeal Premium maintains excellent flexibility at low temperatures,

has outstanding resistance to high heat and has a low compression

set. The product has been specifically developed with the important

British Fenestration Ratings Council window energy rating scheme

in mind, to provide the best possible performance.


The manufacturing procedure to make TriSeal Premium is

completely unique. Edgetech has developed the processes to

ensure the product has outstanding thermal conductivity.

It offers an improvement in thermal conductivity over and above

other Warm Edge products of 50%.


In two words: energy efficiency. The cost effective TriSeal

Premium improves thermal performance of the overall window

significantly. The internal edge of the glazing is up to 65% warmer.

The product also provides durability and offers a reduction in

condensation by up to 70% compared with conventional sealed

units and improved noise reduction of up to two decibels.

When the product is applied by Edgetech’s customers it also

provides the benefit of improved productivity.

Contact details

Contact: Andy Jones

Managing Director

Address: Edgetech IG Inc

Stonebridge House

Rowley Drive

Stonebridge Trading Estate

Coventry

CV3 4FG

Telephone: 08700 566 844

Facsimile: 02476 639 727


Website: www.superspacer.co.uk

innovation and achievement 2009improvements in site efficiency

The construction industry is constantly looking for ways to deliver the completed building or construction project in shorter time, by using fewer resources and offering better value for money. Improving site efficiency is a key part of this.

Certainly manufacturers who can show that their products will help improve efficiency have an added opportunity to gain a competitive edge.

With improvements in site efficiency the industry has delivered a range of solutions that have responded to the need for best value rather than lowest price. Driven by market forces these improvements can reduce the need for regulation, but also encourage clients and specifiers to procure best value products.


IBP Conex Ltd.Conex Push-FitThe Conex Push-Fit range of dezincification-resistant brass

plumbing fittings is the perfect solution for flame-free jointing.

Suitable for a wide variety of applications, Conex Push-Fit connects

with multiple tube types - including copper, stainless steel, carbon

steel and plastics (PB and PE-X).

The push-fit range is quick and easy to install - just five seconds for

a secure, leak-free joint. A specially designed grab ring ensures the

fitting is firmly secured but not fixed allowing for system alignment.

The fitting can also be demounted using a professional release tool

and reused up to 20 times. Conex Push-Fit also allows for

electrical continuity.

The new system can be used for hot and cold potable water,

heating, and chilled water systems. Its ease of installation and its

simple, robust design makes it the obvious choice for installers.

Conex Push-Fit is approved by WRAS and the Irish Board of

Agrément with DVGW pending.


Conex Push-Fit fittings are revolutionary; they connect with

multiple tubes including copper, carbon steel, stainless steel, PB

and PE-X. The fittings are sustainable; they are demountable

with a professional release tool and can be re-used up to 20

times. They are manufactured from recycled material and can

be recycled at their life end.


Conex Push-Fit fittings reduce the number of fitting types

required as it can connect with multiple tube types including a

number of metallic and plastic pipes. The fittings are quick to

install saving considerable time compared to other fitting

methods and have a reduced risk due to being flame free.

Conex Push-Fit fittings are also demountable and re-useable.

Once the fitting is connected it is secure but not fixed allowing

for system alignment.

Contact details

Contact: Claire Binney

Address: IBP Conex Ltd.

Whitehall Road

Tipton

West Midlands

DY4 7JU

Telephone: +44 (0)121 557 2831

Facsimile: +44 (0)121 520 8778


Website: www.ibpconex.co.uk



Hilti (Gt Britain) Limited Hilti X-HS-W wire hanger systemHilti X-HS-W wire is a combination of two innovations, Wire

Supports and Direct Fastening. The Hilti Wire Hanger can be

installed from floor level without any need to drill into the base

material. A “Hilti Grip” is used to lock the wire in both directions.

The product can be used to support rectangular or spiral

ventilation duct, electrical basket, lighting and other electrical

services. Hilti Wire substitutes traditional installation channels

and threaded drop rods used for these applications.

The Hilti Direct Fastening system is used to fix into concrete or

steel base material. The nail fastening element is applied with the

Hilti Cartridge Tool. The tool is mounted onto a Pole Accessory

to enable the operative to fix from the floor.


The fixing element of the product requires no drilling and the

Pole Accessory enables setting out and fastening from the floor

thus reducing the need for mobile scaffolds or steps. There is

no other single wire system which offers these system benefits.


Productivity – Three times faster to install than traditional

installation methods (mechanical anchors, threaded drop rods

and installation channels).

Sustainability – Eliminating traditional installation methods

wherever possible in the installation of ventilation ducts and

electrical containment and we can reduce the weight/quantity of

steel installed on a project for these applications by up to 93%.

Health and Safety – Firstly eliminating traditional installation

material will reduce the need for metal cutting on site.

Secondly the Hilti Pole Accessory means setting out and the

fixing of Hilti Wire can be installed from floor level reducing

the need to work at height. Finally drill and fix is replaced by

Direct Fastening, this reduces the operatives exposure to

hand arm vibration.

Contact details

Contact: Peter Reynolds / Eddie Mills

Address: 1 Trafford Wharf Road

Manchester

M17 1BY

Telephone: 01618861433 / 1428


[email protected]

Website: www.hilti.com




Laidlaw Solutions Limited Laidlaw Orbis Integra Doorsets RangeThe range comprises a combination of steel frames and timber

doors. Supplied on-site fully protected with all non-projecting

ironmongery pre-fitted, the integrated package includes door,

frame, seals, glazing and ironmongery.

The co-ordinated package by Laidlaw minimises on-site disruption

and our systems ensure total compatibility of sizes, materials and

performance. The range is ideally suited to new build applications

which require a cost effective and durable solution, typically on

Design and Build, student and MOD accommodation, nursing

homes and hotels.

The steel frame is supplied in sections which lock together during

installation. Internal clamps within the frame are tightened to

complete the assembly. Lift-off hinges are factory fitted to the

frame and door allowing the door to be simply slotted into place,

requiring only final fitting of the door furniture. This rapid process

makes the Orbis Integra Doorset a highly economical and practical

solution and produces a quality finished installation.


The frame system requires no time consuming pre-assembly.

Simply by slotting together the interlocking frame sections

around the wall, the frame is held in place permanently by a

series of patented internal clamps which lock the frame around

the wall structure.


• Installation time dramatically reduced by up to 75% compared to conventional timber or steel doorsets

• Reduced site-work and co-ordination

• Meets requirements of Building Regulations Approved Document M

• Meets requirements of MMC (Modern Methods of Construction)

• Complete scheduling service – doors, frames and ironmongery from a single source

• Ten year guarantee

• Factory fitted ironmongery

• Factory fitted glazing

• Fully Certified

Contact details

Contact: Nigel Bligh

Address: Laidlaw Solutions Limited

Unit 1 Brannam Crescent

Roundswell Business Park (West)

Barnstaple

North Devon

EX31 3TD

Telephone: 07968 861560

Facsimile: 01237 424602


Website: www.laidlaw.net



Lafarge Readymix Integrated onboard slump process control systemConcrete production is relatively simple, but has always been a

problem of water - too much, too little. It all makes a difference

and can lead to waste, poor quality control, misconceptions and

arguments, not to mention dangerous practices.

A solution has been found by Lafarge - a fully integrated onboard

slump process control system - by allowing interface between all

aspects of the batching and delivery process the right mix is

delivered every time.

Most importantly this system ensures no human intervention is

involved, allowing for much improved health and safety practices

and the reduction of raw materials involved, including a major

reduction in excess water added to concrete on site.


The product is new to the UK and Europe. Using this technology

in line with other technologies used by the company leads to the

re-education both of internal and external customers.

This process allows for the batching of the concrete to be seen in

a new light, taking an age old industry problem and improving on

it. Reducing costs, cement content and CO2 emissions and a

major reduction in water usage.


By batching correctly and reducing the need for drivers and

employees to climb up the back of trucks to check the concrete

in the truck, there is an obvious health and safety benefit.

Using technology to show customers facts about slumps rather

than perceptions, the correct specs are being met allowing a

reduction in raw materials.

Having reduced the need for water to be added on site, in

excess of ten million litres of water was added in 2007 – by

reducing this a saving of circa nine million litres have been saved

– enough to fill 3.6 Olympic size swimming pools.

Contact details

Contact: Stuart Rose

Address: Granite House

Watermead Business Park

Syston

Leicestershire

LE7 1PF

Telephone: 07734 743045


Website: www.lafarge-aggregates.co.uk


Hanson Building Products Hanson Quick Build™ Prefabricated clay brickwork masonry as part of flood defence systemHanson QuickBuild prefabricated masonry walling systems;

Walls may be single or double skin(cavity) with or without

insulation and are manufactured from clay brick, aggregate block,

aircrete block or natural stone. Panels may be up to 9m long x

2.5m high.

As used in a flood defence system, the panels are a permanent

shuttering to accommodate an in-situ concrete, poured against a

steel sheet piling system, which provides the main flood resistance

component. This technique eliminates the need for in-situ

bricklaying processes and so significantly reduces on-site

construction time and environmental impact. Consistently high

quality and improved site safety are achieved.


The system provides prefabricated masonry panels which are

of similar properties to traditionally built masonry but with

superior structural performance.

The system takes a very traditional material and utilises it in a

prefabricated component eliminating all of the problems

associated with site construction such as quality consistency,

speed and improved safety.


• Sustainably produced and transported structural components with a quality finish

• Increased safety through reduced on-site activities

• Environmentally stable product

• Rapid on-site build times achieved

• Virtual elimination of formwork

• Watertight construction

• Minimal site waste

• No wet trades required

• Reduced scaffold requirement

• Enhanced strength characteristics

• No down-time due to inclement weather

• Consistent quality

• Reduced noise during construction

Contact details

Contact: Paul Rogatzki

Address: Hanson Building Products

Birchwood Way

Cotes Park Industrial Estate

Somercotes

Derbyshire

DE55 4NH

Telephone: 01773 600252, mobile 07860 236530

Facsimile: 01773 603134





Reynaers Ltd OptimaReynaers Optima window gear has been designed in conjunction

with a bespoke set of profiles, with manufacturing efficiency in

mind. Optima reduces stock, speeds production, increases quality,

reduces cost and increases profitability. Optima gear and Optima

profiles have been designed exclusively for Reynaers and reduces

the number of window gear components needed to make all

variation of tilt-n-turn, from around 90 parts down to only 20.

Along with the gear and the profiles, Reynaers created a five stage

automation system that enables mass production, including robotics

for gear mounting and factory glazing. The fully automated system

includes machine profiling, corner connection, automatic mounting

gaskets, automatic mounting gear as well as automatic gluing of

glass to the frame.

To accommodate variations in volume, Reynaers Optima gear can

be used either manually or as part of the fully automated process.


• Enormous reduction in components needed compared to traditional tilt-n-turn windows

• Substantial increase in automation for the production of finished elements

• For the building end user, Optima offers the unique facility to retrospectively alter the opening operation of the window


• Due to faster manufacturing and a reduction in components, Optima speeds ordering and delivery to site

• The cost savings and quality improvements gained in the manufacturing process will benefit the whole supply chain

• For the low volume manufacturer, the manual fitting of these components has been simplified and speeded up with larger and heavier windows also possible

• Designing bespoke profiles, gearing and machinery together makes Optima the first aluminium system of its kind

Contact details

Contact: Rebecca Cope

Address: Reynaers Ltd

Kettles Wood Drive

Birmingham

B32 3DB

Telephone: 0121 421 1999

Facsimile: 0121 421 9797


Website: www.reynaers.co.uk




Aggregate Industries UK Lewisham Flag Paving DevelopmentThe Lewisham Flag was designed in conjunction with the Borough

of Lewisham. Previously they had used small element paving where

there was vehicle overrun. However they now wished to go to

a 600 x 600m size, which could possibly crack. The new product

therefore had to be reinforced using glass fibre and chamfered to

avoid possible slip/trip claims. However the real innovation was the

unique design of nibs and spacers in the mould tool to prevent sub

base erosion. This meant that the slabs could be laid on a sand

bed, as there was a shortage of skilled operatives able to bed in

mortar. The product adhered to the guiding principles of the new

“Streets For All” document from English Heritage.


The design of the product means that a 600 x 600 x 63mm flag

pavour can now be used in areas where vehicular overrun is

a problem. The most important innovation is that the slab can

now be laid mortar-less on a sand bed, where previously mortar

was a necessity.


The benefits delivered are substantial, in that an aesthetic

solution can be found that ties in with the “Streets For All”

document. Very importantly a large format product is

sustainable in use with minimum risk of slips, trips and falls

complaints. Finally the product can be laid on a sand bed,

without the sub base and jointing sand being washed away by

street cleaning. Lewisham are delighted with the product.

Contact details

Contact: Mark Bushell


Hulland Ward

Nr Ashbourne

Derbyshire

DE6 3ET

Telephone: 01335 372222

Facsimile: 01335 370973





DrillVent UK LimitedDrillVentWinner of Grand Designs - Best Innovative Building Product 2009,

DrillVent is a patented cavity venting system, designed for ease of

installation and certainty of use. Correct cavity ventilation and

drainage is achieved by simply drilling a hole and inserting the vent.

Once installed, a correctly vented and drained cavity is assured.

DrillVent’s patented design allows for efficient ventilation. The slatted

louvres are specifically designed to encourage ventilation whilst

inhibiting the ingress of large insects, rodents and precipitation.

Correct ventilation and drainage is vital to a cavity wall assembly to

ensure a healthy, long-life service of the building enclosure and

assembly components. Perpvents are regularly omitted, get blocked,

covered, damaged during the construction process or not installed

correctly. DrillVent offers an inexpensive, effective solution to

these traditional, reoccurring issues. With DrillVent, a healthier wall

will ensue. A dryer wall assembly reduces heating costs - an added

bonus to any property owner. An attractive, discrete finish is

achieved with ease.


DrillVent is the only circular cavity vent of its type that has been

designed as a ventilator, gives confidence in use and is quick to

install. DrillVent can be easily retrospectively installed and has

been designed and tested to BS EN 13141-1 in association with

the Building Research Establishment.


Inadequate venting/drainage of a cavity wall can, over time, lead to

many problems such as dampness and rot. The premature

demise of the building structure, fabric and assembly component

may ensue, resulting in costly, time consuming and interruptive

remedial works.

By installing DrillVent, you are confident that the venting task

has been carried out correctly in accordance with local regulations,

warranties and best practice. The moisture content of timber

components are maintained at healthy levels.

Contact details

Contact: Kieran Gannon

Address: 1A Twitchell Road

Great Missenden

Buckinghamshire

HP16 0BQ

Telephone: 01494 890 518

Facsimile: 01494 890 518

Email: Kieran@ drillvent.com

Website: www.drillvent.com



EcoTherm Insulation UK ltd UFH boardEcoTherm’s new Underfloor Heating Boards are manufactured

from rigid polyisocyanurate (PIR) foam with a protective “skin” on

both faces. The skin is made up of a heavy duty fibre mesh

laminated to an aluminium foil facing.

The boards are 1,200mm x 2,400mm and are available in

thicknesses of 25, 50 and 70mm depending on the insulation value

required. Thermal conductivity is exceptionally low, at 0.023 W/

mK, which means maximum insulation for minimum thickness.

The board is durable, will not shrink and offers good compressive

strength – 140kPa. Green credentials are also impressive – PIR

boards are zero ozone depleting, with a Global Warming Potential

(GWP) of only 3; considerably less than target value.

The boards can be used in solid concrete floors with screed

overlay, as well as suspended beam or block constructions with

battens and floating floor covering.


Thanks to the reinforced aluminium woven facing UFH has superb

clip retention and eradicates the need for a protective membrane

whilst the printed grid makes for easy pipe and clip alignment.


SAVES TIME

• Printed grid makes it easier to align pipes accurately and efficiently

• Superior clip retention means fewer clips are required

• Light, easy to handle boards; cuts installation time by up to a half

SAVES MONEY

• Aluminium facing means no need for additional polythene sheet

• Saving on clips, pipe waste and time means you save money on materials and labour

Contact details

Contact: Dale Kaszycki

Address: EcoTherm Insulation UK Ltd

Harvey Road

Burnt Mills Industrial Estate

Basildon

Essex

SS13 1QJ




Website: www.ecotherm.co.uk



Hanson Building Products SPS Factory Management SystemSPS Factory Management System compares manufacturing line

performance and records relevant information during each

production run.

The production runs vary from excellent to poor due to varying

conditions. The product aligns recorded parameters to the good

and poor production runs to establish which conditions need to be

present and which need to be avoided.

The collected data is analysed and fed back to operational staff during

the production run, allowing changes to be made immediately to ensure

line performance corresponds to the best recorded production run.

A key feature is the ability to track cause and effect to several levels;

e.g., the effect might be damaged finished product; the cause may

be a misaligned piece of plant or equipment ,which in turn has been

altered due to poor quality raw materials. By establishing

the root cause of the problem and identifying it, changes can be

made to operational conditions during the production run.


The product combines operational experience with objective

real-time plant monitoring; combining the subjective input from

operators with the objective data recorded.

The output from the system is used in two ways; - to allow

the operational staff to make changes during the production run,

to identifiy and evaluate repeated downtime reasons, allowing

accurate justification for future capital investment to eradicate

production problems.


The product delivers benefits by making operational staff aware of

the costs associated with plant stoppages. This leads to a combined

effort from maintenance and operational staff to continuously

put in place new procedures or plant replacement programmes

and to gradually increase plant performance, leading to a drop in

manufacturing costs per unit.

Apart from producing continuous costs associated with plant

stoppages, it delivers the cost of manufacture for each individual

product run.

As the manufactured cost per unit excludes raw material costs,

the product highlights only operational cost variations and is able

to associate deliberate changes to operational procedures with

plant performance.

Contact details

Contact: Steve Hudd

Address: SPS Ltd

Spring board innovation centre

Cwmbran

NP443AW

Telephone: 07989-566694




Kingspan Insulation Limited Kingspan ‘Roof in a Box’The ‘roof in a box’ is a new development of the popular Kingspan

Thermataper tapered roofing boards, introducing pre-mitred

boards thus providing a complete system ready for installation.

Pre-mitred to individual specifications, boards arrive ready labelled,

with a full set of installation instructions, so are easy to use.

Tapered insulation hips and valleys were traditionally cut on site

from square tapered insulation boards. Boards are now pre-cut in

the factory into a half hip section and a half valley section and only

the hip and valley components required are delivered to site.

The whole board is used, reducing the amount of waste material

from cutting boards on site from up to 50% to nil.

A free roof survey is available for refurbishment projects and all roof

plans are supplied on waterproof, tear-proof paper.


Boards are factory pre-cut into a half hip section and a half

valley section, reducing the amount of waste material from

cutting boards on site from up to 50% to nil.

The introduction of tear-proof, waterproof plans followed

feedback from contractors about the difficulties of working in

all weathers.


This is a major step forward in improving site productivity and

reducing site waste from the installation of tapered roofing

systems. By eliminating the need for cutting boards on site,

installation time and labour cost is significantly reduced as is

the amount of waste material produced on site.

The entire system is designed to make life on site easier and

more productive as well as reducing waste to landfill. Even small

practical touches such as the waterproof plans help to achieve this.

Contact details

Contact: Peter Morgan

Address: Kingspan Insulation Limited

Pembridge

Leominster

Herefordshire

HR6 9LA

Telephone: 0870 850 8555

Facsimile: 0870 850 8666


Website: www.insulation.kingspan.com



Saint-Gobain Isover ULTIMATE™ Protect The ULTIMATE™ Protect product range for fire insulation of

HVAC ductwork systems from Saint-Gobain Isover, is an innovative

mineral wool produced with the glass wool technology of Isover,

that combines all the advantages of conventional fire, thermal and

acoustic insulation.

Available in slabs and wired mat options, the ULTIMATE™ Protect

complete product range offers top level fire resistance, easy handling

and is 65% lighter than traditional stone wool, with the added benefit

of providing up to 50% better sound absorption than that of

competitive products.

ULTIMATE™ Protect is easy to cut with a standard lagger’s knife,

offers flexible shaping and allows off-cuts to be used, providing

a virtually waste-free installation. With no need for expensive

prefabrication and no need to glue joint lengths or duct surfaces,

ULTIMATE™ Protect can be installed in up to half the time of

traditional solutions, offering on-site efficiencies in both time and

cost savings.


• Up to 65% lighter than traditional stone wool

• Up to 50% better sound absorption than competitive products

• Up to 50% faster installation time

• First mineral wool product to satisfy EN1366-1


• Effective fire protection – EuroClass A1 fire rating in accordance with EN1366-1

• Ease of installation

• Simple to cut

• Fast installation – up to 50% faster installation

• Lightweight – up to 65% lighter than traditional stone wool. Surpasses Health and Safety minimum requirements

• Optimal acoustic performance – up to 50% better sound absorption than competitor products

• Excellent thermal insulation performance

• Cost-effective solutions

• Maximum compressibility

• Outstanding flexibility

Contact details

Contact: Annemarie Shotton

Address: UK Commercial Centre

Gotham Business Park

Gotham

Nottinghamshire

NG11 0LB

Telephone: 0115 969 8016

Facsimile: 0115 983 1675


Website: www.isover.co.uk



SAS InternationalSAS Modular SolutionsSAS Modular Solutions designs and manufactures pre-fabricated,

walled mechanical and electrical modules. These modules can

include ductwork, ventilation ductwork, domestic LTHW CHW

pipework, electrical cables and cable trays and Medi-gas provision.

SAS offers the only modules on the market with an integrated wall

system. This enables individual fire rated and acoustic rated

modules to be specified and offers significant time savings for

interior fit-out.

Formed using an open metal Uni-strut frame system, each Service

Module contains the appropriate service and duct options pre-

installed, pre-configured, insulated and sealed.

Whilst pre-fabricated modules have been used in the construction

industry for decades, Mechanical and Electrical Service Modules

have become popular where large or complex infrastructure is

demanded to meet today’s building standards.

Demands for outstanding value and strict build times require

on-site efficiencies. SAS Modular Solutions offer a genuine and

innovative contribution to this, providing significant programme and

logistical savings.


SAS Modular Solutions uniquely offers an integrated wall

system, assuring accuracy and speed of installation in fit-out.

Factory fitting M&E services/apertures within the modules

ensures quality control.

Sealing pipework/fittings from day one prevents contamination.

Factory build, conducted at ground level, means less time spent

working at height on site.


Faster construction programme – it takes less than a week to

manufacture 35-45 six-metre M&E modules.

Individual fire and acoustic rated modules can be supplied.

Modules quickly and easily positioned and connected on site.

Additional Health and Safety benefits with multi-trade interfaces in

restricted work areas avoided. Less time is spent working at height.

Continuing maintenance access requirements of the building

taken into account at early stages.

Reduction in material waste and less site accommodation required.

Contact details

Contact: Andrew Jackson

Address: SAS International

31 Suttons Business Park

London Road

Reading

RG6 1AZ

Telephone: 0118 929 0900

Facsimile: 0118 929 0912


Website: www.sasint.co.uk



SmartPly Europe Ltd SmartPly SiteProtectSmartPly SiteProtect has been manufactured on our new high

technology coating line and produced in partnership with our

coating supplier. The SmartPly OSB3 substrate has been coated

with a smooth, heavy duty exterior, cross linked polymer surface

treatment. This pre-coated product eliminates the need for

priming thus reducing installation costs and enabling a high quality

paint finish. The product is certified by the Forest Stewardship

Council (FSC).

SiteProtect is ideal for use in a wide range of applications from

temporary hoarding through to a variety of security installations.


SiteProtect was developed as a site hoarding for all types of

construction and temporary works which is vital for safety and

security and must be simple to erect, strong and durable;

our research also revealed the importance of presenting a top

quality image which is why we have made it smooth and easy to

paint well.


The product is pre-coated, no need to prime, has a smooth

durable finish so that logos can be applied directly and fewer

coats of paint are needed for corporate colour applications,

thus reducing on-site costs.

Also in keeping with current construction methods of working

towards healthier environments this product has been

manufactured using zero-added formaldehyde and the coating

is inert and therefore does not emit any harmful compounds.

Contact details

Contact: Paul Doherty

Address: SmartPly Europe

Belview

Slieverue

Waterford

Ireland

Telephone: 00353 51 851233

Facsimile: 00353 51 851130


Website: www.smartply.com



FP McCann LtdEasi-BaseEasi-Base replaces the site practice of constructing bases for

manholes. Currently the practice involves creating bases and rough

benching from ready-mix concrete; using clay, concrete or uPVC

channels to connect the inlet, outlet and branches together.

Operations are usually carried out in a deep water logged pit with

trench supports in place for long periods of time used to protect

the operatives during construction. Integrity failures both in concrete

forming the base and in the connection between the channel and

concrete can be a common occurrence. The failures generally

exhibit in the form of leakage of contaminated water escaping from

the manhole (causing pollution) and / or groundwater percolating

into the manhole (increasing costs of sewage treatment).

Easi-Base utilises a polypropylene liner which allows for prefabrication

of channels and sealed connectors, encased in concrete providing

structural integrity and strength. As the unit is precast it is ready

for immediate use.


Easi-Base utilises a polypropylene liner which allows for prefabrication

of channels and connectors. This is then encased in concrete

which provides the structural integrity and strength. It is the

combination of the concrete and polypropylene that make up

the technology in Easi-Base.


Easi-Base is a unique drainage product benefiting the end user,

the contractor and the tax payer. Major savings are made when

considering the treatment of contaminated groundwater, and

the costs incurred at the sewage treatment works in having to

treat increased volumes of groundwater. Easi-Base also increases

speed of construction whilst guaranteeing quality. It has major

health and safety benefits as less time is spent in the manhole.

Easi-Base has an 80 year guarantee.

Contact details

Contact: Aidan Scullion

Address: 3 Drumard Road

Knockloughrim

Magherafelt

N. Ireland

BT45 8QA

Telephone: 028 7954 9044

Mobile 07809553040

Facsimile: 028 7954 9993


Website: www.fpmccann.co.uk

innovation and achievement 2009resource efficiency

The construction industry is one of the largest users of raw materials, which when managed effectively play a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability of our built environment.

Many of the policies surrounding better resource management are driven by the European Union, which in recent years has published the Thematic Strategies for Waste Prevention and Recycling and Resource Management. The Waste Framework Directive was concluded late in 2008 and it is expected that the requirement

to reduce construction waste by 70% over the next decade will drive innovation.

The Association is closely involved in delivering greater opportunities to develop products that address total life-cycle impact.

The examples highlighted this year, again demonstrate how manufacturers have either replaced virgin materials with secondary materials or ensured that manufacturing and product use reduces the environmental impact on the built environment.



ICI Paints AkzoNobel Dulux Trade Paint SolidifierAs part of its exemplary ‘Step Towards Greener’ Programme,

Dulux Trade has launched the Dulux Trade Paint Solidifier, a unique

and revolutionary waste management product. Designed to enable

the disposal of unwanted water-based paint safely and responsibly,

just one 25g dose of the product is enough to solidify 500ml of

leftover water-based paint. Once the product has been added to

the paint, a process of coagulation occurs which turns the paint

from a liquid into a solid state, resembling a crumble-like

consistency. In this form the paint is inert and will never turn back

into paint even when immersed in water.

Once treated, the solid waste paint can be disposed of via a

non-hazardous waste stream alongside other normal construction

waste, leaving you with a can, clean enough to recycle. Not only

does this promote the safe and legal disposal of water-based paints,

but also reduces the amount of paint containers going to landfill.


Dulux Trade Paint Solidifier eliminates the practice of sending

leftover liquid paint to landfill or pouring it down a drain.

When the product is mixed with the leftover paint, it is

solidified in the can and then the resulting end product can be

treated as normal household waste.


• Solves problem of disposing of liquid paint responsibly as non-hazardous waste. Eliminates other disposal measures that involve heavy costs via a special waste management company or the paint being irresponsibly poured down the drain or mixing with sawdust on site

• No water required - convenient on site

• Coagulates in 3-4 minutes - quick and easy disposal

• Cleans sides of the can - allows can to be recycled

• Allows differentiation for the decorator/contractor and enables them to win clients with environmental credentials instead of price

Contact details

Contact: Corinna Palin

Address: ICI Paints AkzoNobel

Dulux Trade

Wexham Road

Slough

Berkshire

SL2 5DS

Telephone: 01753 877891

Facsimile: 01753 877413


Website: www.duluxtrade.co.uk



Aggregate Industries UK Dry Grinding and PolishingInstead of conventional wet grinding, dry grinding uses no water,

saving 300 cubic metres per annum. It reduces electricity by 28%

and there is also no waste slurry saving 850 tonnes per annum.

By not having to stop the machine to dispose of this waste, it

increases efficiency enabling a further 850 tonnes of product to be

produced per annum. Also very importantly, the dust generated

from the dry grinding process can be placed back into the original

product mix, which means that a further 850 tonnes of aggregate

are saved.

The dry grinding process halves the reject rate of the product from

12% to 5%.

The lack of water also improves working conditions including health

and safety.

Raw material is reduced and no slurry produced.

The longevity of the equipment is increased substantially with dry

grinding and polishing giving a saving of 25% on maintenance and repairs.


This is the first time that dry grinding and polishing has been used

on paving products in the UK and possibly the world. Previously

this technology had not been successfully implemented.

The knowledge gained during this process may see dry grinding

replace wet grinding, with all the associated benefits.


The major benefit is in resource efficiency, saving water, raw

aggregate material, waste with its associated issues and time.

The savings generated by this process are substantial and the

company has become expert in the process for further

implementation across the group.

Contact details

Contact: Paul Lane


Hulland Ward

Derbyshire

DE6 3ET

Telephone: 01335 372222

Facsimile: 01335 370973


Website: www.aggregate-uk.com



Filon Products LimitedGRP (Glass Reinforced Polyester) Recycling GRP is a notoriously difficult material to break down. It has been

widely regarded that the only viable option for disposing of waste

GRP was landfill. Filon’s unique new GRP Recycling Plant enables

a two-stage process by which the GRP can be cost-effectively

reduced, first to small flakes of approximately 10mm sq. and then

to a fine powder. The material in both of these states can be

recycled for use in manufacturing processes.

Tests have indicated that a percentage of recycled material has no

detrimental effect on the performance of GRP products, in terms

of strength, light transmission, light diffusion or durability.

Filon’s product range, incorporating recycled material will include

rooflights, valley troughs, flat roof flashings and opaque sheeting.

Filon is now able to fully recycle their own GRP waste products.


We believe this is a UK first and the recycling plant has been

built specifically for Filon’s needs. It is the first time in the UK

that GRP has been ground to a powder for reuse in its

manufacturing process.


It reduces pressure on landfill sites, eliminates manufacturing

waste, is cost effective and a genuine contribution to sustainability.

Contact details

Contact: David Hathaway

Address: Unit 3

Ring Road

Zone 2

Burntwood Business Park

Burntwood

Staffordshire

WS7 3JQ

Telephone: 01543 687 370

Facsimile: 01543 687 303


Website: www.filon.co.uk



Johnson Tiles - (a trading division of Norcros Group (Holdings) Limited) Ink-jet Decoration of Ceramic TilesJohnson Tiles installed a new ceramic ink-jet printer in July 2008.

This represents the cutting edge of ceramic decoration methods

and has a number of advantages over existing decoration methods:

• Non-contact, digital printing offers unlimited image variations and eliminates the need to print minimum quantities

• Superior image quality, definition and dynamic range over other printing methods. The inks provide a large colour gamut and high densities with just four colours to produce all colours and shades. Realistic imitations of natural products such as stones and marbles can be produced

• It prints onto the same glazes used with conventional printing systems

• Endless variations can be created giving random effects

• New designs can be created much faster and at lower costs - unique custom designs are now possible

• Tiles can be printed with highly profiled surfaces and 100% edge to edge, unlike other printing methods


Johnson Tiles is the first UK ceramics manufacturer to install,

operate and market products decorated using the world‘s first

industrial-scale inkjet printer using specially formulated,

pigmented ceramic inks to digitally decorate ceramic floor and

wall tiles, offering significant economic benefits as well as

superior design advantages over traditional systems.


The process replaces rotary contact printing methods with a

non-contact system. It has reduced breakages of unfired tiles

on the production line by around 1.5%. Ink-jet printing uses

only four inks (cyan, magenta yellow and black), producing a

wide pallet of continuously variable shades. It is self-cleaning

and produces no waste. Other printing techniques are

restrictive on design and use single colour inks, requiring a

range of 240 separate inks for our existing product range.

Contact details

Contact: Tony Cotton – Head of Manufacturing

Address: Harewood Street

Tunstall

Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire

ST6 5JZ

Telephone: 01782 575575

Facsimile: 01782 577377


Website: www.johnson-tiles.com



ACO Technologies plcVIENITE®

ACO has traditionally manufactured a range of drainage channels

from Polymer Concrete, a material that has approximately four

times the compressive strength of conventional concrete.

Polymer concrete also has the advantage of making products much

lighter than POC concrete – half the weight of an equivalent

section; it was also a material that could only incorporate virgin

materials.

During 2007/08, ACO developed a new material known as

VIENITE®. (patent pending). The most important feature of the

new material is that it was developed specifically to utilise high

levels of post-consumer recycled waste into its makeup, without

compromising any strength characteristics, consistency in material

properties or product life and performance.

All ACO channels that were previously manufactured in polymer

concrete are now manufactured in VIENITE®, thereby dramatically

reducing the amount of virgin material used.

In addition to VIENITE® using recycled material as a constituent

element, VIENITE® itself can now be 100% recycled.


Incorporating recycled waste into a material is difficult to do

without compromising its properties. This can adversely affect

the manufacturing process and final product quality.

VIENITE® (patent pending) is used in Kitemarked products,

meaning not only does it meet all required performance criteria,

but does so every time.


Using recycled materials is an important element objective of the

UK Framework for Sustainable Development. Regional and local

authorities require recycled content in regional spatial strategies,

planning policies and supplementary planning documents.

Traditionally, there has been a legitimate concern about the use of

recycled material causing sub-standard performance in product.

However, VIENITE® has been developed creating a material that

meets the highest European standards, thereby giving the best

possible level of quality assurance to ACO’s products.

Contact details

Contact: Peter Ridgway

Address: ACO Technologies plc

Hitchin Road

Shefford

Beds

SG17 5TE

Telephone: 01462 816666

Facsimile: 01462 850846


Website: www.aco.co.uk



Profile 22 Systems Northwards Pilot – 100% Recycled Windows installationProfile 22 is the first systems company to manufacture a prototype

PVC-U window from 100% recycled material.

The Northwards Pilot scheme, run by Northwood Housing

supported the delivery of a pioneering commercial installation of

PVC-U windows manufactured from recycled material.

Northwood Houusing is responsible for managing and maintaining

almost 13,000 properties and is the first social housing provider in

the UK to specify and complete a PVC-U window replacement

project, installing windows manufactured solely from recycled

material.

To ensure colour consistency, weather performance and to deliver

improved aesthetics, the window profile supplied by Profile 22 also

featured a thin white wood grain effect virgin material foiled skin

(two per cent of total).

PVC-U is totally recyclable and is now used in all windows and

component window parts as standard.


Although it remains a pilot project, this is representative of a

new opportunity to the social housing sector. As thousands of

tonnes of old PVC-U are brought back into use - material that

might otherwise have gone to landfill.

This innovative ‘green’ new build window system, combines an

overall recycled content of up to 60% with the very latest in

advanced performance energy WER rated ‘A’ to ‘C’, energy

efficient window technology.


• Reduces carbon footprint

• Closed looped recycling

• PVC-U can be recycled more than ten times without deterioration in service performance and has a total life span of 400 years.

• Sustainable whole life costings

• Commitment to the Vinyl 2010 initiative

• Exceeds BRE’s target for recycled content without impacting on product quality

Contact details

Contact: Andrew Reid

Address: Profile 22 Systems

Stafford Park 6

Telford

Shropshire

TF3 3AT

Telephone: 01952 290910

Facsimile: 01952 290460


[email protected]

Website: www.profile22.co.uk



CEMEX UK Readyflow®; a new concrete block permeable paverBuilding materials supplier CEMEX UK has launched Readyflow®,

a new concrete block permeable paver. The new paver has

a unique interlocking shape and can be used as an integral part of

a Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS), a solution to combat

excessive surface water caused by rain and flooding.

Readyflow® is an attractive paving solution. It allows surface water

to pass through the voids in the block design into a sub grade or

drainage system, where it can be effectively managed. It is estimated

that around two thirds of the 55,000 homes affected by the 2007

summer floods were flooded from surface water run-off.

Rainfall which would normally be absorbed and retained by

the ground is often diverted off the sealed area, into the sewers

and rivers. This results in the overload of sewers, river flooding and

the risk of pollution into the water course. Readyflow® creates a

permeable surface allowing water to pass through in a controlled

manner. The water can then either be retained and re-used or

alternatively discharged in a controlled manner leading to reduced

rainfall into sewers, cleaner rivers and streams, less pollution,

improved ground water levels and water and air to the plant and

tree roots.


• Readyflow® has a unique interlocking shape, and when used as part of a SUDS system, it allows a specified amount of water to be retained and then discharged in a controlled manner

• The environmental credentials of this new block extend beyond their usage as it is made from CEMEX CEM II cement. The factory blended CEM II cement is supplied locally and comprises of Portland cement (CEMI) and PFA (which is a by-product of the power industry)


• Readyflow® used as part of a SUDS system allows a specified amount of water to be retained, and then discharged in a controlled manner. Approximately 2.4 litres of water per sq metre can be discharged per second

• The controlled discharge of water leads to less rainfall into sewers, cleaner rivers and streams, less pollution, improved ground water levels and water and air to the plant and tree roots

• The use of PFA as a raw material reduces the carbon footprint of the product significantly by up to 40%

Contact details

Contact: Garry Gregory

Development Manager

CEMEX Concrete Products

Address: CEMEX House

Evereux Way

Rugby

Warwickshire

CV21 2DT

Telephone: 01788 517000


Website: www.cemex.co.uk



Hanson UK Recycled road planings dryerA £1.67 million dryer at Hanson’s West Drayton asphalt plant in

Hillingdon, Middlesex, allows the plant to use recycled materials in

base course asphalts at rates of up to 50%, improving efficiency,

reducing costs and cutting its carbon footprint.

The Benninghoven dryer is the first to be installed in a UK asphalt

plant. It allows a greater proportion of recycled road planings to be

added to the mix because the material is dry and hot, saving both

bitumen and quarried stone.

The dryer, which can handle up to 160 tonnes an hour, includes six hot

storage hoppers with automatic weight systems to minimise waste,

a mobile impact crusher and new stock bays. It runs on reclaimed

fuel oil and uses technology that doesn’t burn the bitumen or make

harmful emissions.

The additional hoppers mean wastage and fuel usage are reduced

and customer service is improved.


This is the first plant of its type to be installed in a UK asphalt plant.

It has enabled West Drayton to be the first Hanson UK plant to

reach the company’s 2010 target of 25% recycled materials in

base course asphalt.


It allows a much greater proportion of recycled road planings to

be added to the mix. Cold planings can only be added at rates

of up to 10% without compromising the mixing process and

product quality. It also reduces waste and energy use.

Contact details

Contact: David Weeks

Address: Hanson UK

The Ridge

Chipping Sodbury

Bristol

BS37 6AY

Telephone: 01454 316000

Facsimile: 01454 325161





Hanson UKRecycling inorganic waste for use in cement Solvent Resource Manager (SRM) is a subsidiary of Hanson UK’s

cement division. It is one of the biggest solvent recyclers in Europe

and provides waste-based alternative fuels for the cement making kilns.

Minerals Resource Management (MRM) was created by SRM in

2008 to provide a disposal service for recycling inorganic waste

materials for use in cement making. The company is reclaiming

gypsum from plasterboard and trialling scallop shells as a replacement

for natural limestone in cement.


It is the first business of its kind in the UK to target alternative

raw materials for use in cement manufacture.


It enables Hanson to replace some of the natural limestone used

in cement, conserving valuable mineral resources. It also reduces

the amount of inorganic waste going to landfill.

Contact details

Contact: David Weeks

Address: Hanson UK

The Ridge

Chipping Sodbury

Bristol

BS37 6AY

Telephone: 01454 316000

Facsimile: 01454 325161


Website: www,hanson.com/uk



Lafarge ReadymixUse of by-products within concreteOne of our principle objectives is to reduce the amount of raw

material used in concrete. Reduction is important but especially

so if a by-product from another area of the business can be used, as

is the case at Lafarge.

By incorporating crushed rock fines into some of the concrete

produced by Lafarge, the amount of waste produced by aggregate

production is reduced and the blending of this waste product

reduces the need and use of primary material. These by-products

are treated with a clay neutraliser specially designed by Lafarge.

It has been discovered that higher strength gain has been achieved

when using by-products in some areas as opposed to conventional

materials and the replacement itself offers numerous environmental

and sustainable benefits.


The use of by-products within concrete is a new process. There has

always been waste but we are now in a position to find the correct

uses for it.


This process reduces CO2 and waste going into landfill as well as

the added benefit of reducing the use of primary sands within

concrete. The resulting strength gain offered gives an improved

customer, BREEAM and green guide status.

Contact details

Contact: Emma Hines

Address: Granite House

Watermead Business Park

Syston

Leicestershire

LE7 1PF

Telephone: 07803 953935


Website: www.lafarge-aggregates.co.uk



Milliken ContractOmni® Access All Areas with Tractionback™

Omni Access All Areas is a sustainable range of modular carpet,

which can be quickly installed, without the need follow directional

arrows and without the need for large areas of adhesive.

The innovative product construction incorporates an 85% recycled

content polyurethane cushion and is typically 25% lighter than

hardback modular carpet. It has one of the lowest face weights for

reduced resource usage, yet still maintains the highest levels of

performance available. • Class 33 Heavy Commercial Use rated

• Ten year wear guarantee

• 34dB impact sound rating (best in industry)

• Underfoot comfort / ergonomics

• Extended appearance retention

The Omni design is visually seamless on the floor and requires no

‘bedding in’

Laid randomly, for quick and easy installation with waste reduced

by up to 75%. Installation is further simplified by specifying the option

of TractionBack, a high friction coating which eliminates the need

for large areas of adhesive.


This product combines the benefits of light weight product

construction, with Omni directional styling, and TractionBack

installation. These features combine to deliver the benefit of

a sustainable product that is quicker, easier and less wasteful to

install, and which offers total flexibility in use for today’s rapidly

changing work spaces.


• Light weight – 25% less resource – less transport – less end of life product disposal

• 85% recycled cushion backing for increased longevity, and improved performance, acoustics, and comfort

• 11% total recycled content, manufactured with green electricity, BRE A rated, carbon neutral certified.

• OMNI styling for 75% reduced installation waste, more rapid installation and flexibility of use

TractionBack friction coating for quicker simpler installation,

eliminates adhesive and adhesive packaging waste and

associated VOCs

Contact details

Contact: Customer services

Address: Milliken Contract

Beech Hill Plant

Gidlow Lane

Wigan

WN6 8RN

Telephone: 01942 612777

Facsimile: 01942 826570


Website: www.millikencarpeteurope.com



Profile 22 Systems 60% recycled content window system Profile 22 has developed an innovative ‘green’ new build window

system. It combines an overall recycled content of up to 60% with

the very latest in advanced performance energy WER rated ‘A’ to

‘C’, energy efficient window technology.

The window system features thermally efficient reinforcements

(including sashes, transoms, mullions and outerframe) manufactured

solely from 100% recycled composite material (RCM), the 98%

recycled content Winfast cavity closer and a cill with a 92%

recycled content, co-extruded with a virgin skin to deliver superb

weather performance and superb aesthetics.

These innovations in PVC-U building technology have made a significant

contribution in PVC-U’s recent ‘A’ and ‘A plus’ Green Guide rating

from the Building Research Establishment – something that also

scores PVC-U windows additional points under the Code for

Sustainable Homes.


The Profile 22 new build system represent a significant stride

forward in PVC-U building technology, improving not only

environmental performance but also on-site efficiency –

something that is also going to be important as the new build

and social sectors play catch up on housing targets. It is easy to

fabricate and can be installed on site in minutes.


• Ensures Building Regulations compliance including Document L

• Designed for cavities 75 mm – 100 mm

• 60% recycled content window system

• Contributes to PVC-U ‘A’ and ‘A plus’ green guide rating

• Allows windows to be fitted internally

• Saves time on site

• Speeds up delivery of new homes without sacrificing sustainability

• Reduces use of virgin materials

Contact details

Contact: Andrew Reid

Address: Profile 22 Systems

Stafford Park 6

Telford

Shropshire

TF3 3AT

Telephone: 01952 290910

Facsimile: 01952 290460


[email protected]

Website: www.profile22.co.uk



Swish Building Products Sustainable Rainwater System Swish Rainwater systems are for domestic and commercial

applications. They look and perform like conventional PVC

systems, however they contain a high proportion of post consumer

recycled PVC.

Approximately 84% by weight of the gutters and pipes in the Swish

system is composed of recycled material which is derived from post

consumer waste streams. This results in a 70% carbon saving.

This makes the systems ideal for social housing providers,

housebuilders and contractors who wish to specify products that

have a reduced carbon footprint.

The core recycled material in these gutters and pipes is grey and

has been left this colour in order to avoid the unnecessary use of

additional tinting agent. The outer skin is virgin material that is

co-extruded on to the surface of the core to enhance the finished

appearance.

Available in Round, Square, Ogee and Deepflow with square or

round down pipes. Colours are White, Black and Brown.


This process is unique. Post Consumer Waste (PCW) is distinctly

different from post production waste. It is more difficult to

collect, sort and grade. Using PCW in construction products is

a positive step towards closing the PVC production loop thereby

reducing both landfill and virgin material production.


The production of new PVC components from recycled material

requires a fraction of the energy needed to make virgin PVC.

Swish has calculated that the production of its gutters and pipes

produces 70% less CO2 than would be the case if they were

manufactured from 100% virgin material. However Swish gutter

and pipe profiles exhibit the same strength, weather resistance

and longevity characteristics displayed by virgin material.

Contact details

Contact: Greg Wilde

Address: Pioneer House

Mariner

Lichfield Rd Ind Estate

Tamworth

Staffs

B79 7TF

Telephone: 01827 317200

Facsimile: 01827 317201


Website: www.swishbp.co.uk

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