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INTERIORS


Better school buildings O


ne of the most important buildings in any country is the school because the


future depends on how the


next generations are educated. Apart from the standard of teaching, informed local authorities and designers understand how a high-quality indoor climate is equally important. Apart from planning and layout, the school also has to enjoy the best acoustics, air quality and healthy environment. Troldtekt solutions not only help to improve acoustics but also influence air quality,


overall design, durability and


operating economy and contribute to a school’s overall sustainability and visual coherence between rooms. Today,


a quite unexpected problem


that has impacted and required several emergency measures,


especially in new


buildings, is the handling of pandemics. A good example of great design is Denmark’s first newly built school of architecture has been conceived as a laboratory for learning and architectural experimentation designed by ADEPT.


It features several variants of Troldtekt acoustic ceilings. ADF04_Troldtekt_Insulation - Acoustic_HPAdv.indd 1


Turnkey architect and founding partner Martin Krogh says: “We chose Troldtekt because of its simplicity and versatility. The solutions are perfect for rooms where peace and quiet are needed for concentrated study or work but also in high-ceilinged and complex soundscapes.” Pernille Svendsen from Arkitema Learning is extremely pleased with the acoustic solution at the Erlev School in Haderslev. “I personally think that the Troldtekt ceilings are a wonderful match for the wooden structures and the many interior elements in wood. Troldtekt is both an acoustic solution and also suits the overall design catalogue for the school. The panels have a surface that is a bit rough, but in a good way. A school shouldn’t look too fine and polished. It should signal that it can withstand use, hanging things up, exhibiting and moving around. There’s room for change here.” Founded on the Cradle-to-Cradle design concept, Troldtekt’s natural and inherently sustainable panels are available in a variety of different surfaces and colours and contribute positively to a building’s BREEAM, DGNB


and LEED ratings. In addition to their high sound absorption and tactile surface, they offer high durability and low-cost lifecycle performance. Available in various sizes and in four grades, from extreme fine to coarse, the panels can be left untreated or painted in virtually any RAL colour. Samples,


case studies and technical


guidance are available by contacting Troldtekt, and more about the theme can be found here: www.troldtekt.com/news/ themes/healthy-schools-of-the-future


01978 664255 Troldtekt.co.uk 24/03/2022 10:57 LISTEN HERE


Optitherm – you’re in the safest hands T


he year following its launch to market, the Optitherm thermostatic


clinical


handwashing tap from Horne won the coveted Building Better Healthcare (BBH) Award (Best Interiors Product). A modular unit, it is a combined thermostatic mixing valve, a warm water tap and dedicated cold water tap. It has been designed specifically to ensure safe surface temperatures, and deliver a smooth column, without splashing, of precisely temperature-controlled warm water for clinical and surgical handwash. Its novel dual-lever arrangement facilitates hands-free operation for enhanced infection control, while its modularity supports easy installation, which can also be phased (spigot then tap body), site commissioning and, later, maintenance.


The importance of a clean healthcare environment was a major consideration during the Optitherm’s development; a polished, smooth and continuous


surface


facilitates easy cleaning. There are no recesses where dirt and pathogens might dwell. The outlet flow-conditioner fitting, a critical component for managing retrograde


contamination of the tap fitting, is also designed for easy removal, substitution or ultrasonic cleaning and replacement. The BBH judges said of the Optitherm:


“A truly wonderful product that demonstrated innovation and technical excellence”, while the excellent presentation at the product pitching day “demonstrated a clear appreciation of the needs of the healthcare environment.” Today the Optitherm is installed, in its thousands, across the UK public and private healthcare estate, and is favoured among nursing, medical and estates and facilities staff for its comfort, safety and reliability.


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A recent change of supplier for the Optitherm’s outer chromium-plated body – transferring production to the UK – has also presented an opportunity to review and update the original 2007 design. Now more streamlined, using less brass and associated chromium plating, the redesign further reduces the volume of the tiny mixed- water dead-leg, and incorporates previous improvements to the connection to the outlet flow conditioner.


In the Safest Hands – the new Optitherm from HORNE.


01505 321455 b.link/SafeHands 27/05/2022 11:22 LISTEN HERE


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