structural elements Ceram releases construction film
Ceram has released a film that documents its unique position within the construction industry; an all encompassing testing and consultancy resource for the entire supply chain. Dr Geoff Edgell, director and principal construction con- sultant, and Dr Andrew Smith, head of sustainabil- ity and construction materials, at Ceram, discuss
how Ceram’s testing and consultancy services span the entire supply chain, from raw materials and products, to systems and structures. Furthermore, with exten- sive materials expertise, state-of-the-art testing facilities, regulations knowledge and industry experience, the film demonstrates how Ceram is able to help clients improve performance, solve problems and comply with regulations.
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33 Bison’s biggest Porotherm housing project
Bison Manufacturing Ltd, a leading UK precast concrete manufacturer, is helping to complete an eco-friendly development from Clearview Homes in record time. Clearview Homes’ new five-storey development in the London Borough of Harrow features the innovative Porotherm Construction System – a system renowned for its outstanding
environmental qualities and speed of installation. The experts at Bison Manufacturing were able to draw on their previous experience of Porotherm proj- ects to provide valuable structural input throughout the design and build process, which will see the creation of 50 high specification one and two bedroom apart- ments at the Northolt Road site.
enq.149 Triton’s waterproofing systems now on NBS National BIM Library
Structural waterproofing systems, green roof components and ground gas barriers from Triton Systems are now available as BIM objects on the NBS National BIM Library. Triton is the first company in the waterproofing industry to offer architects and specifiers the opportunity to download these types of system for insertion directly into a building model. Triton’s business manager, Kevin Dodds, said “BIM is the latest generation of building design so it was a logical step for Triton to become involved. We are known in the industry for our provision of high quality technical support whether that be on-site expertise via our field technical sales team or the materials available at our website or through the RIBA. We are simply offering architects and other specifiers the level of service they have come to expect from Triton Systems.” Triton’s BIM objects include a range of cavity drain membranes for structural waterproofing, which meet BS 8102 Type C, pumps and drainage systems for use with cavity drain membranes, integral and barrier concrete waterproofing systems, which meet BS 8102 Types A and B, ground gas barriers and drainage and water storage membranes for use in green roof construction. Triton Systems was established in 1977 and has seen sustained growth since then.
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www.tritonsystems.co.uk SAS International achieve EPD first
SAS International is pleased to announce it is the first ceiling manufacturer to produce ISO 14025 Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its entire range of suspended ceiling systems to BS EN 15804. As a leading British manufacturer of interior fit-out products SAS International leads the way with gaining EPDs for all its manufac-
tured systems. Fifteen individual ISO 14025 EPDs cover over 145 different grid and acoustic backing options. SAS International contracted Atkins to complete their EPDs. The dedicated environmental LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) team from Atkins visited the factory and compiled data collected by SAS International to produce comprehensive declarations.
enq.151 Ibstock maintains outstanding record
Ibstock, one of the UK’s largest brickmakers, consolidated its position at the prestigious 2012 Brick Awards. It has maintained its excellent record of success at the annual event with nine of its 2012 projects selected as winners across half of the 13 competitive categories. The awards – run by the Brick Development Association (BDA) – are the premier showcase for the brick industry and Ibstock’s 2012 performance, which saw its highest ever total of shortlisted entries, was recognised at
a stunning evening of success at the glittering event held at the Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel in London.
enq.152 Brick innovates new station building
A new station building in London scooped a top award at the 2012 Brick Awards organised by the Brick Development Association. ‘Beautifully pieced together’ were the comments from the judges, as the West Hampstead Thameslink Station won the award for Innovative Use of Brick and Clay Products. The station, officially opened in December 2011 includes a concourse, a small retail concession as well as staff and passenger support accommodation. The use of brickwork stemmed from two primary design decisions: Firstly architects Landholt and Brown wanted to use a material, which could extend from the station approach into the concourse building itself. Secondly, it was considered essential that the facing material of the new wall, which dominates the approach, should create a high degree of visual interest and respond to the avenue of lime trees that overhang the new public space.
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