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The A to Z of Connectors for Construction New Concrete Floor System
Simpson Strong-Tie has Premier Interlink (Waco UK)
introduced its eagerly awaited new announce a new concrete
catalogue for 2010 detailing their floor option for healthcare
complete product range of buildings. By utilising modern
structural connectors and systems. methods of construction, the
Considered by many as an industry PremierPlus Building System
‘bible’ for choosing the right can now offer the option of a
connector, the catalogue details full healthcare building with
descriptions of each product along factory installed concrete floor.
with technical information and load PremierPlus is a high quality,
capacities – essential for engineers, permanent building which
architects, builders and distributors. offers a clean, modern and
Including long established products comfortable healthcare
and specialist products for environment at a competitive price. This can be provided in a much shorter
engineered wood and truss manufacturing, the catalogue also introduces timeframe compared to a traditional building. The new concrete floor
another group of innovative new products including the I-Loft system; a new increases the acoustic dampening qualities of the building and also reduces
engineering method for loft conversions. vibration in high traffic, high equipment load areas.
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Airtightness and Acoustic Testing Highly Effective Seal Against Air Leakage
Chiltern Dynamics has BioBased Insulation is
gained UKAS accreditation for one of the world’s leading
airborne and impact sound manufacturers of
insulation testing of buildings. soy-based spray applied
The company has a team of wall and roof insulating
qualified acousticians to foams. Our 501s open
provide support services to cell Spray Foam Insulation
deliver schools’ acoustic expands to fill all voids
requirements under BB93 and creating a sealed thermal
is also UKAS-accredited for air and airtight envelope
tightness testing. Operations but also providing a
Manager Tom Gregory said, breathable construction.
“There are clear links between The application of spray
good sound insulation and air foam creates a highly
tightness performance. By being to able to test for both, we can offer effective seal against air leakage, the number one source of energy loss in a
clients an effective, value for money service. We also provide pre-test structure. When paired with other responsible materials, spray foam insulation
support to identify weak points and offer guidance on improvements”. can reduce heating costs by 30-50% compared to traditional insulations.
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