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Sika’s External Wall Insulation system specially commended at INCA awards
Sika is thrilled to have been awarded the prestigious Judges Choice – Special Commendation accolade at this year’s Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) Awards. The Building Finishing team was recognised for the complex External Wall Insulation (EWI) system designed for the iconic Selfridges building in Birmingham. The Judges Choice – Special Commendation award is presented to exceptional projects and it’s clear to see why the Selfridges building, an iconic part of the Birmingham cityscape for two decades, impressed the INCA Award judges. Its unique curved facade, comprising of 15,000 individual anodised aluminium discs, and areas where the walls blend seamlessly into fl at roof sections, added to the complexity of the facade refurbishment. Sika created a bespoke EWI system design using a roofi ng grade insulation board along with high impact, standard and specialist mesh. The SikaGard 675 liquid coating was colour matched to the building to ensure the facade stayed true to the original design. The INCA judges were impressed with the “quality of design and installation versus the complexity” demonstrated by Sika.
01707 394444
www.sika.co.uk ADF01_Everbuild / Sika_External Envelope - External Wall Finishes &
Render_DPR.indd 1 Q West facade project completed with Mapei repair system
Mapei mortars, coatings and paints have been used to complete a facade repair project at Q West – a serviced offi ce and studio complex close to Heathrow airport. During the repair phase, Mapefer 1K anti-corrosion cementitious mortar was applied over steel reinforcement rods. Two shrinkage compensated repair mortars were specifi ed to repair and smooth surfaces: Mapemortar HB R3 was used as the main replacement of concrete and rapid-setting Planitop Smooth & Repair R4 – a thixotropic, fi bre- reinforced cementitious mortar – was applied to areas below 10 mm for smoothing out. This was followed by application of Elastocolor Paint – a protective and decorative elastomeric, anti-carbonation coating, with crack bridging protection. Malech – a water-based acrylic undercoat and bonded primer – was then applied to create a smooth fi nish. Repair of the Asphalt surface was carried out using Purtop Easy coloured waterproof polyurethane resin and Mapefl ex MS45 – a painted hybrid sealant and adhesive used to seal and bond the surface.
info@mapei.co.uk www.mapei.co.uk ADF01_Mapei_External Wall Finishes &
Renders_DPR.indd 1 Sto helps refurbished homes shine brighter and greener
A refurbished housing development is benefi ting from an aesthetic, energy-effi cient exterior thanks to a Sto external wall insulation system. Located in Bordon, Hampshire, The Pines features 96 former Ministry of Defence (MOD) properties, which have been transformed into modern two to three-bedroom houses and maisonettes. The refurbishment has been completed by Project Worx Ltd on behalf of Annington, one of the UK’s largest private owners of residential property, most of which is occupied by military families. Square 1 Architectural Solutions specifi ed and installed the StxTherm Robust external wall insulation system to the exterior of the existing properties. Ideal for low to medium rise housing, StxTherm Robust prevents heat loss and eliminates thermal bridges to enhance energy effi ciency. By insulating the outer leaf of each property, the entire structure becomes warm and dry, reducing the risk of condensation and associated mould growth. The installation of the system was completed with a fi nal coat of Stomix Silkotex HD render. This cement-free, silicone resin render is available in a variety of colours.
0330 024 2666
www.sto.co.uk ADF01_Sto_External Envelope - External Wall
Insulation_DPR.indd 1 Proctor Air® added to next generation products at A. Proctor Group
Innovation has run through the Proctor family since its earliest records, and since taking over in 2012, Managing Director, Keira Proctor has continued this tradition, building on this foundation of trust, honesty, and hard work from the very same desk where her father and grandfather made it the company it is today. The A. Proctor Group Ltd has been at the forefront of pitched roofi ng membrane technology for over 25 years. 25 years working with partners across the construction industry, helping to evolve standards, and delivering quality results on projects across the UK and around the world. Proctor Air®
is the result of this
quarter century of experience on sites and on drawing boards, listening and responding to the challenges faced by the industry. The next evolution of roofi ng underlay technology; Proctor Air has been developed and manufactured to the company’s precise specifi cations and requirements. This ensures the on-site performance of their material mirrors the off-site performance, while a 15 year warranty ensures peace of mind for any project, now and in the future. The “Air” to the throne has arrived.
01250 872261
www.proctorgroup.com ADF01_A Proctor_External Envelope -
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