To feature in What’s New, call Claire Rixon on 01622 699198


a range of ICP® high sensitivity seismic accelerometers for use in ground vibration measurements. The accelerometers enable


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excited to announce their collaboration with MINIB, one of the leading manufacturers of fan convectors in the Czech Republic. Smith’s MD, Gary Haynes said: “This


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strategic collaboration with MINIB, based in the Czech Rep. enables Smith’s to broaden its portfolio of fan convectors, including decorative wall standing, free standing and trench heating products for the following markets: UK, USA, Ireland, Holland and Sweden. Monika Novakova, Chief Executive Officer


at MINIB said: “We have been seeking like‐ minded European partners and this opportunity to work closely with Smith’s will provide fresh impetus as we develop our brand within the UK, US and Northern European markets.


detection of ultra‐low level, low frequency vibrations associated with large civil engineering structures and earth tremors. Such is their sensitivity they can literally detect a dropped pin. A typical example is model 393B31, which operates down to 0.07Hz with a sensitivity of 10V/g.


Seismic accelerometers from PCB offer high‐sensitivity for ground vibration applications


CB Piezotronics, a leader in vibration, acoustic, pressure, force and torque sensors, offers


This performance makes it ideal for use in a wide variety of civil engineering applications including bridge movement detection, remote pipeline intrusion detection, military establishment intruder detection and rail movement detection – monitoring the effects of train movement on nearby buildings and structures. Vibration monitoring of ancient buildings is essential to ensure the safety of occupants and protect the structures. Studies have shown that crowds in a stadium grandstand or theatre balcony can impart


tremendous forces and harmonic motion to a structure when acting in a synchronous manner. Earth tremors, foot traffic, trucks and trains impart vibrations that can cause structures to sway, shift, crumble or collapse so permanent monitoring with high sensitivity accelerometers enables analysis and alerts when structural motion exceeds established safety limits. For more information call +44 (0)1462 429710, email ukinfo@pcb.com or visit:


http://www.pcbpiezotronics.co.uk Smith’s and MINIB partner on fan convectors


mith’s, the UK market leading supplier of domestic and light commercial fan‐ assisted hydronic heat emitters is


MINIB is one of the leading manufacturers of fan convectors in the Czech Republic, making them the ideal European partner for Smith’s. Since 1999, MINIB has invested considerably in the design and development of their products to ensure that they can offer technically and aesthetically mature solutions to their customers. For more information contact Smith’s on 01245 324900; visit www.SmithsEP.co.uk; follow @SmithsEP_UK on Twitter, Like Smith’s Space Saver on Facebook or Smith’s EP on LinkedIn; or email via sales@SmithsEP.co.uk


www.SmithsEP.co.uk SOFiSTiK opens UK office


Construction software developer strengthens relationships to existing customers in the UK and aims to generate new business in the bridge and building industry with particular focus on BIM.


developer SOFiSTiK opened its first subsidiary in the United Kingdom. The head of the new branch is Guido


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Altersberger, (pictured) a sales engineer with SOFiSTiK UK. From its new office in the southwest of London, the company aims to grow its business relationships in the UK, where it has been active since 1996. SOFiSTiK will be working from a good


foundation to achieve this goal. A number of international customers including several


OFiSTiK crosses the Channel. On August 15, 2016, the Germany‐based structural engineering software


in the Greater London area have been using SOFiSTiK’s software for years. They will be much


closer to SOFiSTiK now, allowing the company to offer even better service in the future. In addition, the software developer sees a great need for sound technical support and strong potential for growth in the fields of structural engineering and construction.


Adding BIM applications to these fields


also provides great opportunities for the company.


Call 013 7286 9624. www.sofistik.com


Gripple Trapeze range now the fastest way to install M&E services


Plus the company has provided the fastest and easiest method of installing suspended pipe and electrical services. The QT Trapeze Plus enables quick twist attachment to a Gripple Universal Bracket. The latest addition to the popular Gripple Trapeze Plus range also integrates an easy‐to‐use adjustment button to ensure perfect levelling and a locking screw, which provides ultimate security.


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safe clip is also incorporated to secure the new Trapeze to the bracket and prevent unexpected movement. In common with other members of the Trapeze


Plus family, the QT single install method also ensures consistent, accurate installation as well as peace of mind.


The innovative QT Trapeze Plus is supplied in a


ready‐to‐use kit with no cutting required on site. Brackets can be prefabricated prior to site installation and only a standard size spanner, not a bespoke tool, is needed for installation. A full range of end fixings is available to maximise


versatility when installing into a number of different building substrates. For more information, call Catherine King on 0114 228 8617 or visit:


gripple.com


Ellis launches online cable cleat school E


llis has launched an online learning platform aimed at enhancing both professional development and the understanding of cable


cleats around the world. The leading cable cleat manufacturer has taken its UK accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course – Cable cleats: a device for short circuit protection – online so that it can be used by engineering professionals, whenever and wherever they are, as part of their on‐going programme of career development and learning. Phil Goddard (pictured), Ellis’ Specification


Manager, said: “The traditional approach to CPDs means you’re severely restricted in terms of time


ith the launch of the Gripple QT Trapeze


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developed to keep our engineering partners with an interest in pump technology informed about the latest developments in the industry, as well as briefed on fully integrated pump systems.


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he Grundfos for Engineers Hub is specifically


This means there will be This new engineering hub gives


visitors the opportunity to see and hear from many Grundfos product specialists who discuss a number of industry‐related topics. The range of topics discussed is


broad and covers areas such as heating systems and boiler feed; iSolutions – the Grundfos total systems approach – that offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on overall system efficiency; sensors are also in the spotlight as a topic as is the fact that through differential pressure, they can help reduce costs.


something just for you whether you are an engineer working within commercial building services, process industry applications or in water supply and/or treatment industries. In addition to these interesting


insights there is also a range of technical White Papers, case stories and access to engineering tools that will all help to keep you informed and up to date. This is only a part of the wide


range of information that is available at the touch of a button. Check it out for yourself by visiting:


www.grundfos.co.uk/engineers


Lochinvar unveils latest in flexible boiler technology


launched a new range of floor standing commercial boilers comprising eight models offering outputs from 41 to 221kW. Each new Herald model


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features a 316L stainless steel heat exchanger that improves resistance to corrosion and is supported by a 10‐year warranty. They also offer very low NOx emissions of 39mg/kWh, qualifying for the maximum three BREAAM points. Capable of working at high operating pressures of up to 11bar, Herald boilers are particularly suitable for highrise buildings. They also deliver temperatures up to 88C and at Delta T of 30C. At 394mm wide, they fit


and location as to when and how many times you can present the course. By taking our CPD online people can now access it when and where they want, and at the end come away with a CPD accreditation that is recognised globally.” Ellis’ e‐learning platform has been designed to


provide technical insight and guidance in terms of the use of cable cleat and is accredited through the UK CPD organisation. It can be accessed at: http://bit.ly/2eAVNmB. For further information on Ellis, its products


and services, call +44 (0)1944 758395 or visit www.ellispatents.co.uk


Waterloo delivers ‘vav‐vav‐voom’ through variable air volume


and off to reduce wastage when nobody is in a room. Waterloo Air Products offers the ability to control air flow in the same way using Variable Air Volume (VAV) for long term energy efficiency benefits. VAV monitors temperature and humidity and adjusts the air volume automatically to maintain an environment suited to the needs of the specific room. That


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hese days, buildings are more intelligent. Today we expect automatic lighting to turn on


means keeping a room comfortable however many people are in it. This also makes running the building more efficient, because changes in volume are made quickly to maintain the desired temperature, helping large buildings such as offices, factories, schools, hospitals or high‐rise developments. Waterloo supplies VAV alongside


its range of air terminal devices for a complete air movement system tailored to the specific needs of the building. Luke Bigg, Test and


VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.bsee.co.uk


Development Engineer at Waterloo Air Products, said: “Getting VAV right means understanding how a building will be used, on a room‐ by‐room basis. At Waterloo, we engineer the products needed, test them in our in‐house lab and provide technical back‐up so that architects, builders and engineers get the most effective performance from a VAV system.” For more information call Amie Hill on 01622 711500 or email:


enquiry@waterloo.co.uk


through a standard doorway and the largest model, at 228kW output, has a footprint under 0.5sq m. At a maximum height of 1080mm they can cope with most headroom restrictions and the tightest of plant rooms. Multiple flue options are


available including horizontal or vertical concentric balanced flue and also conventional where runs of up to 60m are achievable. The conventional flue outlet connection is at the rear, meaning the Herald is perfectly designed to replace traditional atmospheric boilers.


‘A’ rated


All models meet the ErP directive requirements, which came into force last year and encourage replacement of traditional boilers with high efficiency, condensing technology. Two Herald models – the HCB46CE and HCB61CE – are within scope of the directive’s Energy Label requirement and both have ‘A’ classifications. Herald boilers employ pre‐mix


burners with 5:1 turndown to closely match demand patterns and enhance operating efficiencies even under part‐load conditions. Multiple installations offer further operational benefits


oiler and water heater manufacturer Lochinvar has


as the integral controls include a cascade system. A feature of the cascade


system is that should the ‘lead’ boiler fail, the controls automatically adjust the output of the other boilers in the cascade, designating another as lead so there is no interruption to the heating supply. The integral controls remove the need for a BMS (although connection to a BMS is available). The controls also provide pump modulation in line with operating conditions and weather compensation control and, when used with an indirect hot water cylinder, the system provides a temperature controlled ‘pasteurisation’ process to prevent build‐up of legionella bacteria.


This built‐in control provision


can considerably reduce installation cost and time even when the system is required to manage a number of separate heating zones. Lochinvar plans to further enhance the Herald range with an app‐based ‘smart control’ option.


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