Air Quality & Ventilation Feature


Appointments & News; Efficiency Fire sprinkler systems – Cover your investment R


esidential fire safety, particularly in multi-storey buildings and tower blocks is a key focus for housing associations


and local authorities as the retro-fitting of fire sprinkler systems now an essential part of a multi-million pound investment in fire protection upgrades. With many HAs and LAs making significant


contributions to the cost of this package of improvements, questions regarding ‘best value’ and ‘cost effectiveness’ must be considered while ensuring that quality and safety are not compromised. As sprinkler system pipework usually needs


to be surface mounted when retro-fitting in flats and communal areas within existing residential blocks, it is important that pipework and sprinkler heads are concealed to provide a more aesthetic finish and conceal the system’s components while acting as a visible barrier to potential tampering. Versa fire sprinkler boxing is manufactured


from preformed 5mm thick, FSC® ‘Chain of Custody’ certified material and are available in a range of sizes to meet specific project requirements and pipework configurations. An 8mm thick FSC® option is also available and


the range also includes dedicated accessories, such as internal and external corners to help create an integrated finish to the sprinkler installation. From our experience of working with


contractors on countless social housing projects,


Versa can typically be fitted in less than half the time of site made alternatives. Potentially the most important advantage is that costs can be reduced, by cutting the time spent during the installation without compromising the quality or integrity of the installation. The focus is rightfully on improving fire safety in high-rise residential buildings, and


Versa can make a contribution to that process in terms of effectiveness, ease of installation and economics by helping conceal sprinkler pipework and ‘covering’ the significant investment in sprinkler systems.


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Helifix showcase vast range of repair techniques at London Build 2019 Helifix exhibited at London Build on the 27th


& 28th November 2019, displaying a vast range of products and repair


techniques, illustrating the variety of faults that Helifix products can repair. The in-house technical sales team and external Technical Business Managers were on hand to discuss specific projects and explain why Helifix repairs are often a more sustainable option.


Helifix products and their concealed, non-disruptive, installation techniques play an important role in preserving our built environment, from housing and offices to bridges and listed buildings.


The sales and technical teams have considerable experience and technical expertise to discuss your project-specific requirements and answer any questions you may have. To speak to a member of the team call Helifix or email.


020 8735 5200 sales@helifix.co.uk Airtech raises awareness on Radon


Airtech, the ventilation specialists, supported UK Radon Awareness Week in November. Run by the UK Radon Association, this year the campaign focused on recent research from Public Health England (PHE) and University College London (UCL) that reveals that home energy efficiency measures, such as double glazing and insulation, are linked to increasing indoor radon levels. Airtech, offers social housing providers a complete solution to help protect residents from the risks caused by radon gas in the home. Airtech has 30 years of experience in radon prevention and can offer a full range of products and services, from radon testing to full remediation of housing stock.


01823 690 292 www.airtechsolutions.co.uk Airtech launches new website


Airtech has launched its new website offering a clean, fresh, simple and attractive design, the site is packed with useful free resources to provide registered providers, contractors, landlords, direct labour organisations and residents, solutions to overcome condensation, mould and radon. Boasting new added functionality which makes navigating simple, the website offers visitors a guided route to find their individual solution for an enriched user experience. Airtech’s website has moved away from traditional ventilation websites that lists social housing ventilation products and services. Instead this new journey-led, solutions-based website is a sophisticated engaging resource.


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