FLOOR INSTALL AT ROYAL GWENT HOSPITAL ENDOSCOPY UNIT COMPLETED WITH MAPEI
Levelling products and adhesives from Mapei have been used to complete a resilient floor installation at Royal Gwent Hospital’s new Endoscopy Unit. The installation, by M2 Flooring Solutions, spanned 3,000 sq m and featured Polyflor sheet vinyl. The new purpose-built facility was designed by architects from BDP and delivered by contractor, Lancer Scott.
Located within a former birthing unit, the new Endoscopy Unit will provide an expanded range of services to patients in the Gwent area using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. The unit includes four operating theatres, a range of treatment rooms, a spacious recovery area and a dedicated space for relatives. Open seven days a week, it will significantly improve quality, safety
CHECKFIRE EXPANDS THE GREEN RANGE WITH NEW PFAS-FREE WET CHEMICAL
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Fire safety supplier CheckFire has introduced two new PFAS-free fire extinguishers to The Green Range, marking another step forward in sustainable fire safety solutions. The CommanderEDGE 3ltr and Commander 6ltr wet chemical fire extinguishers are specifically designed for installation in commercial kitchens, catering, and canteen environments, supporting the risks posed by Class F fires (cooking oils and fats). Both of the new models are now Kitemarked to BS EN3 and feature a new hose design.
The latest additions to The Green Range feature high-performance fire ratings to effectively tackle Class F fires across a variety of settings. The new CommanderEDGE 3ltr wet chemical fire extinguisher boasts an impressive fire rating of 8A 75F in a compact unit, while the new Commander 6ltr wet chemical
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and patient experience by doubling its capacity.
Two Mapei smoothing compounds were used to prepare subfloors throughout the unit. They included two-part rapid setting and drying Latexplan Trade Fast and fibre- reinforced smoothing compound, Ultraplan Renovation Screed 3240, which has an EMICODE: EC1 Plus formulation, with very low VOCs
unit delivers the same powerful F Class rating and a higher A rating of 13A 75F.
With fluorine-free agents, these wet chemical fire extinguishers meet the growing industry demand for sustainable, eco-friendly options without compromising safety or performance. As part of CheckFire's commitment to the environment, both units are part of The Green Range and feature the distinctive green crosshair logo.
Both the CommanderEDGE 3ltr and Commander 6ltr units now feature a redesigned bell-bottom hose, providing superior accuracy and effectiveness in extinguishing Class F fire., The new hose design offers better control and coverage for extinguishing Class F fires when compared to the previous lance model, which is being phased out.
CheckFire’s Commander and CommanderEDGE brands are trusted names in the UK for fire safety, and they are now focused on providing PFAS-free
The Polyflor sheet vinyl was installed with two solvent-free adhesives: Ultrabond Eco 380 – a non- flammable pressure sensitive adhesive with strong and fast initial tack and long open time and Ultrabond Eco VS90 Plus - a high temperature universal adhesive, also featuring an EMICODE: EC1 Plus (very low VOC) formulation.
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alternatives as fluorine-containing fire extinguishers are phased out. Tested to the highest standards, these new fire extinguishers now carry Kitemark certification, delivering the performance and reliability that professionals expect.
This launch follows CheckFire’s recent expansion of its PFAS-free fire extinguisher portfolio, which includes the CommanderEDGE enviroFoam range for Class B fires. The transition to fluorine- free extinguishing agents across CheckFire's product lines reflects a commitment to advancing fire safety while supporting environmental responsibility.
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