ECO JOIST ACROSS THE
CHANNEL James Jones & Sons, Timber Systems Division, is making successful inroads into the French construction market and is now distributing JJI-Joists through French engineered timber company, France Poutres. Based in the Vendee region in western France, France Poutres is a family-run business, which manufactures and distributes its own all-timber I- joist. The company is now also supplying JJI-Joists, promoting them as a cost effective alternative for floors, walls and roofs. Mark Tilston, business development manager for Timber Systems, said: “This is a very exciting development for James Jones and France Poutres. In 2012 and continuing in 2013, we saw significant developments in the use of JJIs for roof and floors in France. But more innovatively, the industry in France is also using JJIs externally, to help meet current
thermal regulations.” By using JJIs as external cladding around concrete buildings, specifiers can add extra insulation simply and cost-effectively, so that thermal regulations can be met. Flexibility is the key, and James Jones’ ETA allows the company to produce CE marked JJI-Joists to match the customer’s precise depths for integration into their building systems. “We went to France several times in 2012, to offer support and training to our new partners, but clearly, we’ve also learnt a thing or two from them,” said Tilston.
www.jji-joists.co.uk
LIGHTING UP THE MARKET
CHOOSING THE GREEN CYCLE
The introduction of steam power, intelligent technology and customisable programmes has helped to enhance today's standards of energy efficiency, especially when it comes to the laundry sector, says Baumatic. At the top end of the market, steam-assisted washing machines have greatly reduced water consumption, with very little water required to produce sufficient volumes of steam. Intelligent technology has been adapted for mid-market models, allowing consumers to skip the programming stage of operation and to accelerate cycle run times. Auto-programme functions from Baumatic washing machines calculate the level and type of cleaning required for each particular wash load, so that only the power, water and detergent needed are used. Flexi-eco wash options can be applied to most
programmes, cutting cycle times by as much as 20 minutes, thereby helping to save water and energy. Adjustable spin speeds and temperature and water levels have given consumers control over washing machine running costs, allowing them to customise settings according to the level of cleaning required. Mixed Fabrics programmes are also becoming popular, enabling consumers to wash cottons and synthetic fast coloureds together, saving time and energy. As well as spin and cold wash features, several Rapid Eco Washes are being introduced, cutting down cycle times to make energy-saving programmes a quicker and more viable wash option.
www.baumatic.co.uk
Helvar, one of Europe’s leading lighting control manufacturers, exhibited at Ecobuild for the first time this year, showcasing its wide range of energy saving lighting control products and systems for residential, commercial and hospitality applications. “LED technology is a huge drive for companies and organizations looking to reduce their carbon footprint. The show provided the perfect opportunity for us to enlighten visitors on the potential for savings when using Helvar products, whether in new-build or refurbishment projects,” said Peter Rowledge, UK sales director at Helvar. One of the main attractions on the Helvar stand was the Graphic User Interface powered by the Niagara Platform which when used together with the new Tridium driver, achieves seamless energy management solutions. Helvar is a leader in digital lighting technology, offering specifiers, lighting designers and contractors a comprehensive range of digital control equipment designed and developed for the European market and 100% manufactured in Europe.
www.helvar.com
PAVING THE WAY
Brett Landscaping has launched PermCalc, a new calculator tool to help landscapers to get the best sustainability results for their developments. The PermCalc design tool has been developed by the company to simplify the design of permeable pavements, as well as enabling quick cost comparisons at the start of a project. This new addition will help designers with ‘what if’ scenarios and extends the Brett Landscaping portfolio of permeable paving solutions. PermCalc assesses projects based on calculations of variables such as rainfall, traffic volumes and land composition to determine the appropriate sub-base composition.
The resulting designs, which come complete with estimated costs, provide manageable, environmentally friendly surface water management systems. Permeable paving meets the
requirements of landscapers in terms of the fast dispersal of water from surfaces, as well as the removal of pollutants before the water is drained into the soil. By removing the need for filtration traps, permeable paving from Brett Landscaping requires minimum maintenance. “Measurable, effective sustainability is a must for businesses to meet their social and environmental responsibilities, but that doesn’t mean it needn’t also look good,” said Andrew Gill, marketing manager at Brett Landscaping. “Our approach is always to consider the whole picture to provide customers with integrated permeable paving solutions that meet all requirements.”
www.brettpaving.co.uk
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