84
disabled products & services; safety & security
‘In listed buildings, tight stairwells and where headroom is limited, a platform lift is an ideal solution’
having sensors around the edges which eliminate the possibility of anything getting trapped. Fully enclosed cabin lifts, however, offer all the advantages of a platform lift with the feel of a conventional lift. This enhanced sense of safety makes them an ideal choice for educational and retail environments. With sustainability becoming increasingly important in the
design and construction of new buildings, a platform lift supplied with its own shaft, i.e. constructed off-site in a controlled factory environment, is far more environmentally- friendly than traditional on-site lift construction for which a concrete shaft must be poured. In addition, off-site construction, allows better waste management, as waste is separated for recycling inline. Amongst the platform lifts on
the market, better sustainability is provided by units based on the screw and nut drive system, thanks to their low power consumption and low maintenance needs. Specifying a system that has the facility to go in to a ‘stand-by’ mode is considerably more energy-efficient, using virtually no energy when idle. As home owners and developers show consideration for the
high numbers of the population now reaching retirement age, platform lifts are increasingly being specified for domestic dwellings. Inevitably, the prevalence of disability rises with age so those who would benefit from having a home lift is set to increase. 11.4 million people in the UK currently struggle with mobility and stamina/breathing/fatigue issues**. For the first time in history, largely due to the Baby Boomers (born 1946- 1964), there are 11 million people aged 65 or over in the UK*. The proportion of people aged 65+ is projected to rise from 17.7 per cent currently, to 23.5 per cent by 2034, and by 2086, one in three people in the UK will be over 60*. All in all, the platform lift provides a flexible access
solution for many applications and is also quick and inexpensive to install. Seek professional, technical advice from a reputable supplier who holds EN81-41 accreditation and they will advise you on the suitability of products and meeting any necessary regulations. Sources: *Factsheet: Later Life in the United Kingdom, published monthly by AgeUK, April 2015, **Disability in the United Kingdom 2014 Facts and figures, from the Papworth Trust, 2015. enq.256
BRUNDLE
Warmagrip the only true “warm to the touch” DDA compliant handrail component system!
Warmagrip
™ BRUNDLE DDA
Building Regs
Health & Safety
Urmet is pleased to announce the opening of a new showroom display situated at The Building Centre, central London. This convenient new location is open from Monday to Saturday, all year round, excluding bank holidays. The aim is to enable a wide range of potential users, from architects and developers to security consult-
ants and installers – in fact anyone involved in the door-entry sector – to see Urmet’s market-leading products for themselves. Visitors to the product display are requested to report to reception, from where they will be escorted to the lower ground floor area ‘L9’, where Urmet’s products are on permanent display. To arrange a meeting at this new showroom, email
marketing@urmet.co.uk.
01376 556 010
www.urmet.co.uk enq.258 Barwood launch new comfort height WC’s
www.warmagrip.co.uk
For a FREE catalogue or more information:
marketing@brundle.com
0115 951 2450 enq.257 respond online at
www.architectsdatafile.co.uk
Warmagrip is a high quality PVC coated steel tube handrail system, offering the all important “warm to the touch” requirements set down in the current Building Regulations.
It’s also quick and easy to install with continuous handrail. Available in grey and highly visible safety yellow.
Two new contemporary toilet sets with matching basins have been launched by inclusive bathroom specialist, Barwood Products, for domestic customers and care home residents. ‘Project’ is a rimless luxury WC set designed for the home. With a comfort height of 455mm to the top of the pan and a long projection of 625mm the WC pan is perfect for safe and comfortable use for less able or aged customers. The modern stylish pan is supplied as standard with a slow close seat,
WRAS approved cistern fittings and dual 6/3 litre flush. Complementing the WC is the matching ‘Project’ single tap hole, 55cm basin complete with overflow. The basin can be specified with a full or semi pedestal.
01782 561 814
www.barwoodsproducts.com enq.259 Urmet welcomes new London showroom
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84 |
Page 85 |
Page 86 |
Page 87 |
Page 88 |
Page 89 |
Page 90 |
Page 91 |
Page 92