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Bike Dock Solutions, the specialist provider of practical and secure cycle parking solutions, has launched the ReCycle Shelter, whose sustainable wood exterior makes it an ideal choice for those seeking an environmentally sustainable option.
An estimated five million people regularly cycle in the UK, something that the Government is keen to support through its Cycle to Work Scheme, part of the Green Transport Plan, reinforcing the importance of secure, sustainable cycle parking facilities.
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The mild steel shelter, which is fitted with sustainable wood clad panels, is supplied with bolt- down fixings. It is available in a hot dipped galvanised or
polyester powder coated RAL code colour finish to the BS EN ISO 1461:1999 standard.
The ReCycle Shelter complies with secure storage as required by the Code for Sustainable Homes. It is supplied with no- climb end frames with anti-vandal panels and a no crawl under perimeter. It has an anti-vandal 5mm polycarbonate roof and can be supplied with optional steel mesh swing gates come with latch and padlock. It also comes with galvanised cycle parking toastracks as standard.
Single units can be placed alongside or
Research pays off as Stertil Stokvis proves right choice
Stertil Stokvis has completed a major loading bay project for Scottish logistics firm John G Russell Transport with the installation of six dock levellers, plus accessories, at the company’s Coatbridge site near Glasgow.
Keen to make the right purchasing decision, the team at John G Russell spent time researching and collating information from different suppliers to make sure they achieved the correct specification and type of pit construction, as well as ensuring the equipment’s long term suitability. Stertil Stokvis, in turn, undertook a
detailed survey of the client’s operation, including on-site manual handling equipment and types of vehicles to be accommodated, so that it was able confidently to specify and recommend the appropriate loading bay equipment. Six SP3020 eight-tonne capacity dock levellers were installed, with Stertil Stokvis also constructing the pits to house them. The popular S Series dock leveller incorporates a robust hinged lip and smooth operation of each leveller is controlled by a single push button that not only raises and lowers the platform but
also extends the lip.
“We had very specific requirements and Stertil Stokvis worked with us to satisfy these,” says David Wallace, John G Russell’s Purchasing Manager. “They’ve been very professional through every stage of the project including supply, installation and commissioning. Also, everything has been done as promised and on time. After- sales back-up has been impressive too and, if the products continue to perform well, we can see this being a long-term relationship.”
To complete the new installation, David Wallace added a number of loading bay accessories including dock bumpers, wheel guides, traffic lights and door in-fills. All six bays were handed over and are now in use and the reliability of the Stertil Stokvis equipment will be carefully monitored, as further development of loading bays at Coatbridge and John G Russell’s other sites is intended in the future.
Stertil Stokvis is a market leader with over 50 years’ experience in loading bays and dock areas and has an international reputation as a specialist in its field. The company focuses on quality, both in design and production, to ensure years of trouble-free operation. Stertil Stokvis recommends consultation at an early stage in dock planning, to ensure products are correctly selected, both for size and suitability. Email:
ageorgiou@stertiluk.com www.stertiluk.com
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opposite each other, to form larger cycle storage areas.
The ReCycle shelter can help contribute towards gaining ENE8 Cycle storage credits when used in the appropriate situation, under the Code for Sustainable Homes.
Whatever the design, however, Bike Dock Solutions ensures that functionality and security are central to the design because, if cyclists don’t like the rack, they won’t use it. They will lock their bike to the nearest railing or lamppost instead. Therefore, all custom bike racks are designed to function with the design of the bike, so they won’t be misused. For more information, visit
www.bikedocksolutions.com
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