structural elements; external envelope
Impressive Center Parcs roof refurb completed with zero guest disruption
the refurbishment of its impressive Subtropical Swimming Paradise. A massive challenge for Delomac Roofing, the project to renew the roof with a Sika Sarnafil membrane was accomplished with two years of meticulous planning and 30 months of onsite construction. Originally completed in 1994, the Subtropical
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Swimming Paradise roof and glazed rain-screen systems were in need of refurbishment. The new roof installation was planned in close discussion with the Sika Sarnafil and Delomac supply chain, developing the specification to address all the client’s strict performance, environmental and aesthetic requirements. An innovative temporary terraced platform was
designed and installed, suspended underneath the main structure by cables and lattice beam scaffold
units. Work was carried out over 16 separate sections – ensuring the structure was not compromised by uneven load distribution. This stepped, terraced temporary roof was then covered with plywood and completely weathered by Delomac with a Sarnafil membrane. With the temporary roof in place, existing
glazing and coverings could be safely removed, maintaining water-tightness with guests enjoying the facilities below. Scheduled over more than
Signbox given the ‘blue light’ for rebuild
Visual communications specialist Signbox has completed an architectural signage project for the London Fire Brigade as part of a private finance initiative (PFI) rolled out across the capital to provide a more flexible, efficient and effective fire and rescue service for London. Nine stations in
total have been rebuilt, including Mitcham, Old Kent Road, Orpington and Plaistow, Dagenham, Dockhead, Leyton, Purley and Shadwell. HTA Architects, approached Signbox on the back of recommendation from Kier Construction, to deliver a comprehensive and robust signage package that demanded quality materials and installation to ensure it was manufactured for longevity.
01784 438688
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Automated doors hit the right note
Liverpool Philharmonic Hall is an Art Deco wonder. So, when it came to a £14.5 million refurbishment, it was vital to fuse functionality with sensitivity within the Grade II* listed building. Improved accessibility needed to be incorporated and the remotely located control box was concealed within the Art Deco fittings. The
solution was found in GEZE UK’s TSA 160 UFO automatic under floor operator for swing doors. The TSA 160 UFO not only powers the heavy doors with ease but has the added bonus of being virtually silent in operation – making them ideal for a building renowned for its acoustic properties.
01543 4443000
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Colour up for summer
Get the deepest colour possible for a garage door thanks to Garador’s choice of premium coloured options on steel Up & Over garage doors. Garador’s powder coating process at its manufacturing plant in Yeovil incorporates the latest electrostatic techniques to produce the most vibrant and resilient colours in its ever popular Up & Over garage doors. The range of available colours is now exceptional. Take this summer’s favourite new shade for instance; soft and subtle grey is a new top seller. But with Garador, you don’t just choose grey… you can choose from stone grey perhaps, or light grey, aluminium, window grey, anthracite grey... a range of fabulous shades to ensure customers can get exactly the colour they envisage. Whichever door you choose, and whatever colour you select, you can be sure your Garador garage door will keep its colour and finish in all weathers and easily cleaned and maintained.
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ith capacity for almost 4000 guests, keeping the central area of Center Parcs Longleat Forest open was key to
two years, this way of working resulted in a dry building envelope. Comprehensive vapour barrier measures were
used on the pool side of the building to ensure the high humidity chlorinated environment was contained. Robust SFS sealant and Sarnafil metal-lined vapour barrier detailing at all Glulam beams and fascia interfaces ensured no risk of condensation. Sarnafil membrane and accessories were used for
all the coverings, and again overall specification development was tailored to suit the varying build-ups; new, overlay, bonded and mechanically fastened. An increased thickness membrane was manufactured in one single batch to ensure colour consistency. Sika added further value with an impressive 17 visits to the site by the Applications Team to advice and support.
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