NEWSFLASH
FLOWCRETE SETTLES INTO NEW ECO-FRIENDLY SITE
“There is no air conditioning, but a cool environment is created in hot weather by reversing the underfloor heating system to absorb heat from the building and provide cooling.
“This is supported by wind catching technology, solar powered vents and opening window lights to create natural ventilation. Finally, internal lights react to natural daylight levels to minimise energy use.”
A video of the office building taking shape is available from Flowcrete’s YouTube channel
www.youtube.com/user/ flowcretetv
www.flowcrete.com
Flowcrete unveiled its brand new technology centre last month, with a building that is as stunning as it is sustainable.
The new state-of-the-art headquarters in Cheshire were officially opened by HRH The Duke of Gloucester, who himself is an architect with a special interest in the build environment.
Mark Greaves, Managing Director of Flowcrete, said: “The building has been developed to reflect Flowcrete’s position as a global leader in its field, with a commitment to a low carbon future - reducing our energy consumption by 93% compared to our previous offices. It reinforces our commitment to manufacturing in the UK and our confidence in the North West economy.”
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Flowcrete’s Technical Services Director Peter Dolby oversaw the project working with building company Manchester & Cheshire Construction as well as Hulme Upright architects.
Together, they achieved a hugely eco building to set the standard for any other company wishing to be environmentally responsible.
Peter said: “As a specialist manufacturer of sustainable seamless flooring for the industrial and commercial market places, we wanted our new offices to reflect our commitment to the environment.
“The office has also been developed as a showcase for our floor finishes, within a bright, airy space that provides an optimum working environment.
“Features include a thermally efficient glazed wall, framed with sustainable oak. The green roof comprises of a living carpet of succulent plants, which absorbs carbon dioxide, adds thermal insulation and provides an environment for native birds, insects and other wildlife. This green roof will also absorb and use rainwater – a solution to the problem of draining water, which can result in flash flooding in increasingly unpredictable weather. The roof will now retain and absorb up to 75% of rainfall.
“Heat is provided by Flowcrete’s energy efficient Isowarm underfloor heating system, with hot water from an air source heat pump eliminating the use of boilers and keeping costs and environmental impact to a minimum.
RECORD-
BREAKING RUG
A rare 17th Century Persian carpet was sold at auction last month for £6.2 million – becoming a world record sale.
Sold at Christies in London for more than 20 times what it was originally estimated to sell for, the bidder is said to have received a “rapturous applause” once the carpet was bought.
William Robinson, Director of the Rugs and Carpets at Christie’s told the Daily Mail: “This example has huge charm, subtlety and balance, which combine in a design of deceptive simplicity.”
The carpet was bought by an overseas bidder.
www.tomorrowsflooring.com
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