Windows & Doors
10 Cork Street has an internal make-over fit for the 21st Century
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ituated in Mayfair, 10 Cork Street is in one of London’s most sought after areas; built in 1924-1925 to a design by John Belcher and J.J Joass. Pollen House is a prominent stone clad building with a distinctive blueprint, it has a central internal courtyard bringing together two structures to create one building. When it was built, the area was associated with tailors, today the street is now known the world over for its many commercial art galleries. Sitting close to the Royal Academy and surrounded by the likes of Burlington Arcade and other high-end retail establishments, who wouldn’t want to work in this vibrant area in offices that have had a 21st century internal make-over? A high specification design by Ben Adams Architects has created a very attractive environment but one that needed significant attention to the existing steel windows in order to minimise the problem of traffic noise. Selectaglaze, a leading designer of secondary glazing systems with considerable experience in acoustics was approached for advice. Noise reduction of about 45dB has been achieved through
the treatment of each window with a single hinged casement glazed with 6.8mm acoustic laminated glass. The minimal frames with flush hinges and locks provide clean lines which complement the existing windows and the new interiors. An additional benefit of the secondary glazing is an approximate halving of heat loss and near elimination of draughts that ensures a more comfortable working environment. Founded in 1966, and Royal Warrant
Allegion strive to redefine how door hardware is sold
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pecialist security manufacturer, Allegion, is launching a new programme that will hopefully redefine door hardware sales. Allegion’s new first-of-its-kind Try Me Product Programme, gives end users the option to try door closer products on a single door before committing to fitting them throughout their buildings. The Try Me Product Programme is launching especially for the commercial, healthcare and education sectors, where young people and those needing specialised accommodations are more likely to be negatively affected by doors and door sets that have been incorrectly specified in the past.
Paul Barrows, demand creation leader at Allegion UK, commented: “We’re always creating and innovating new products, and decided that it’s important to reflect this ethos in the
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way our products are being sold. We knew that problem doors in commercial buildings can be a burden for facilities managers, so we wanted to give them an easy way to fix it. “Doors can cause
inconvenience through draughts or loss of privacy, but incorrect specification can jeopardise the security and fire safety of the building. We’re encouraging building owners to address the issue of problematic doors and ensure they are putting the best possible solution in place the first time.”
The new programme also allows Allegion to deliver technical advice and consultation to support product selection, alongside demonstrations by trained installers, as well as before
holders since 2004, Selectaglaze has a wealth of experience working in buildings of all styles, including listed properties. For further information contact the marketing department on 01727 837271; email:
enquries@selectaglaze.co.uk; or visit the company’s website:
www.selectaglaze.co.uk
and after product comparisons. For further information or to take advantage of the Try Me Product Programme, contact the Allegion Customer Care Team on 01922 707400 or visit
www.allegion.com/uk.
Building & Facilities Management – February 2016
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