industry news
Hamworthy’s Dorchester range boosted by evolutionary
new addition Hamworthy Heating has introduced a brand new condensing water heater into its nationally renowned Dorchester range. The new DR-FC Evo, which replaces the existing DR-FC range, brings with it even higher outputs, exceptionally low noise and high seasonal efficiency performance. The Dorchester DR-FC Evo boasts seven models in the new range and these have continuous outputs from 596 to 2333 litres/hour (based on a 44°C temperature rise). Storage capacities in the range vary from 227 to 504 litres, and it is possible to install two or more water heaters where there is demand for larger loads. The Dorchester DR-FC Evo range really comes into its own in situations where it is more effective to separate hot water from the heating plant. With condensing storage water heaters such as those in the DR- FC Evo range, excellent efficiencies can then be achieved. Separating the heating also improves the system efficiency performance when space heating is not required, such as during the summer months. In fact Hamworthy’s new Dorchester DR-FC Evo range has increased outputs and seasonal efficiencies of up to 107% net.dy text For more information call 0845 450 2865, email
sales@hamworthy-heating.com, or visit
www.hamworthy-heating.com.
Marston’s passes air & sound testing with Chiltern Dynamics
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hiltern Dynamics has signed a contract with Carter Lauren Construction to carry out air tightness and sound testing as part of their design and build programme for brewers Marston's plc. The first premises tested was The Honey Bee in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, and the building passed both tests with excellent results. Carter Lauren selected Chiltern Dynamics as their test partner for
the Marston’s programme, because it offered the right qualifications and has a nationwide team of test engineers – the Marston’s chain stretches from Newquay to Newcastle. Members of ATTMA and also BINDT-registered, Chiltern Dynamics is UKAS- accredited to carry out both air tightness and sound testing. Operations Manager Tom Gregory said, ‘There are clear links between good sound insulation and air tightness performance. By being able to test for both, we can offer clients an effective, value for money service. Carter Lauren are a pleasure to work with because for them build quality comes first. For more information call 01494 569830 or email
cd@chilterndynamics.co.uk.
Vinyl cladding chosen for prestigious motorway contract
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hite Young Green Consulting Engineers and John Sisk, Ireland’s largest General
Contractors have chosen to use Timber Trend, Half Log Effect, Vinyl Cladding from Residentiel Vinyl Cladding Ltd. for the Limerick Toll Plaza and Administration Buildings for the new Limerick Motorway and Tunnel Project. Cedar was the chosen colour to contrast with other white sections of the buildings. The major benefit of choosing Vinyl Cladding is its longevity and maintenance free attributes as well as a highly aesthetic visual appearance. Timber Trend comes complete with an insulation backing to further its energy and environmental appeal and has a full range of complimentary trims to ensure an exact fit. It is extremely tough, has no fibre cement to make it brittle or cover your workers in dust, is totally lead free, fully recyclable, will not rust, rot, crack or split. Because of its unique moisture release system,
SYSTEM X WIRELESS FIRE SAFETY SYSTEM
Fireco’s hugely successful System X wireless fire safety system is increasingly the system of choice as it offers exceptional flexibility when managing a building's fire safety. System X uses Wi-Fi technology to communicate with an unlimited number of fire safety devices within a 100m range (subject to a site survey), constantly monitoring their status, including battery life and signal strength. As the link between the transmitter and
devices is completely wireless, installation is quick and easy. System X is suitable for all environments including offices, hotels, restaurants and public areas, in particular where there is a requirement for fire doors to be held open legally. It is fully fail to safe and compliant with BS EN 1155 and BS 7273- 4, and suitable for any category of fire door. For more information call 0845 241 7474, email
sales@firecoltd.com or visit
www.firecoltd.com.
Vinyl can be fitted in any weather so reducing any down time. Vinyl is a self extinguishing product which merely shrinks away if subjected to a continuous flame source and will instantly stop when the flame source is extinguished. Residentiel Vinyl Cladding Ltd. offers three different ranges of Vinyl Cladding – Royalcrest, Durapanel and Timber Trend, and a variety of colours, all of which carry extensive guarantees up to fifty years. For more information call 01280 700151, email
residentiel@btconnect.com or visit
www.residentielcladding.com
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