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First FASERFIX® installed in UK
road leading to the Tarmac Leapers Wood stone quarry, east of the M6 motorway at junction 35 in Cumbria. Just off the B6254 the quarry access road
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falls steeply towards the open cast facility. Rain water running from the entrance of the quarry contained a lot of silt and this was ultimately blocking up the culvert ditches on the main road – a problem highlighted by the Local Authority. A channel run that traversed the road was needed to catch the water and silt and divert this to a separate catchment area. The quarry is operational six days a week and has about forty, 40 tonne vehicles per day driving in and out of the facility – an average of 480 passes every week. Where the channel had to be located was also where the
he first run of Hauraton’s FASERFIX® BIG SLG channel system has been installed in the UK across an access
BIG SLG channel run
vehicles had to brake as they near the bottom of the hill, so huge dynamic forces would be exerted on any channel run installed. Discussions were held between the
customer, sub-contractor and the Hauraton Project Manager identified Hauraton’s FASERFIX®
BIG SLG 300 channel as having
the features required to answer the problem, having both the strength and wide catchment area needed. Additionally, the seven metre channel run had to be installed in one day so as not to disrupt quarry operations. The extra thick concrete surround already part of the channel meant that the contractor was able to install the channel run quickly and have enough time for the road to be reopened within 24 hours. The FASERFIX®
BIG SLG 300 channel
component has an overall width of 588mm, is 600mm high and comes in one metre
lengths. With a nominal size of 300mm the channel has a drainage cross section is 1020cm². The each length is made from the company’s Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC) and features 6mm (nominal) thick ductile iron plates permanently moulded onto its top edges. These reinforced edges together with the ductile iron; 14mm grating, provides exceptional wear and load resistance which easily complies with the EN 1433, F900. Each half metre grating is held by four high tensile bolts.
01582 501380
www.hauraton.co.uk
Latest Brick Selector magazine demonstrates endless designs available
Ibstock, one of the UK’s largest brick maker, has released the 8th edition of its well-renowned Brick Selector. The specially designed guide showcases the market leading Ibstock range of more than 350 bricks and numerous inspirational designs achievable through the use of brick. This latest Brick Selector features 25 new products launched by Ibstock in 2016, while also offering guidance and advice, alongside relevant technical information to address commonly asked questions about constructing with brick. The comprehensive brochure introduces Ibstock bricks with clear and colourful case studies exhibiting the almost limitless variety of textures, shapes, colours and dimensions of brick available. From glazed Linear to red multi handmade bricks, the new Brick Selector delivers examples of the striking designs achievable. Included in the brochure is the ‘Get it Right’ section, which is packed with useful hints and tips on how to construct with brick and the ‘Guide to Brick Matching’, which assists in selecting the correct product for the project at hand. Free with the Ibstock Brick Selector comes a handy six page ‘Specials Shapes Quick Guide.’
0844 800 4578
www.ibstock.com New regionally-matched brick slips from Imperial Bricks
Imperial Bricks has increased its range of regionally-matched brick slips due to popular demand. Imperial offers the widest range of traditional handmade, wirecut and pressed bricks from a single supplier in the UK. All 35 options are now available as brick slips, in shades to match specific regions in the South, Midlands and North and in imperial or metric sizes. The slips, which are cut to a required depth, can be used internally as an ‘exposed brickwork’ feature wall for a contemporary penthouse look (as pictured) in residential or com- mercial settings. Externally the slips can be used as cladding to add character and value, or to repair damaged areas. A cost-effective alternative to laboured brickwork, the slips are quicker to install and use less material than traditional bricks. Imperial’s range includes ‘kiln-fresh’ handmade bricks as well as ‘off-the-shelf’ weath- ered options with a reclamation finish. Bespoke weathering is also available to ensure restoration work blends in seamlessly – ideal for projects on listed buildings or in conservation areas. All of Imperial Bricks’ products are CE marked and fully frost-resistant. For further information or samples contact the company directly.
01952 750816
www.imperialbricks.co.uk
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