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The Lanes Group, the UK’s largest independent drainage specialist, has been shortlisted in two categories of this year’s 3R Awards.
A delighted Michelle Ringland, Lanes’ Business Development Manager, said: “This is about projects which prolong the active life of
buildings and infrastructure, through solutions which are preferable to new build.”
The 3R Awards winners will
be announced at a presentation dinner in London next month.
www.lanesfordrains.co.uk YORKSHIRE PASSENGERS EXPERIENCE COBA’S PREMIER ENTRANCE
COBA Europe Ltd has recently supplied its Premier Plus entrance matting tiles to South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive (SYPTE). SYPTE locations include bus, tram and train stations, park and rides and interchanges throughout South Yorkshire.
The order for 2000 Premier Plus Tiles, which comprise a flexible PVC base tile manufactured from 100% recycled materials, came via Vista Contracting in Barnsley, who also carried out the matting installation at the three SYPTE locations, including Sheffield Transport Interchange, Meadow Hall in Sheffield and Barnsley Interchange which, between them, have to withstand an
matting plays a huge role in creating a good impression for passengers using our services. Our decision to opt for Premier Plus was primarily based on durability, design and price. We are very pleased with both the performance and the appearance of the matting.”
average annual footfall in excess of 13 million people a year.
Peter Cooper, Facilities and Environmental Manager at SYPTE, said: “Given the high volume of footfall, it is
essential our entrance matting can withstand superior levels of wear and tear, while effectively controlling dirt and moisture to reduce the risk of slip hazards on the tiled floors. Smart, clean entrance
Premier Plus Tiles can be moved around and installed with ease, and their flexibility and durability make them a cost-effective choice for busy entrance areas, as isolated tiles in pathways prone to heavier wear and tear can be simply relocated or replaced with minimum expense.
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STAIRRODS COMPLETES REFURBISHMENT PROJECT
The Scottish Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh is due to re-open next month following a £2 million refurbishment project, which includes the renovation by Stairrods (UK) of all 180 original, solid brass stair rods.
The period rods had been damaged over the years by heavy foot traffic, the application of various cleaning materials and natural ageing, which had left the stair rods scratched,
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significantly marked and looking worn. All of the rods have now been re-polished so that the original decorative design is preserved, and the original rod is not damaged in the process. The rods were then extensively hand-rubbed to bring them back to life and restore a highly polished and flawless sheen. This technique is suitable for solid brass rods, and Stairrods (UK) is able to handle both round and triangular shaped rods at their works in Consett, County Durham.
For clients wanting to
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transform the look of their original rods and achieve a different finish, Stairrods (UK) can also re-plate in a number of finishes including satin nickel, chrome, antique brass or black. John Leighton, Director General of the National Galleries of Scotland commented: “The transformation within the building is simply stunning.”
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