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A. Proctor Group introduces new U-value calculator and members area


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he A. Proctor Group, synonymous with technically advanced thermal, airtightness and condensation control membrane solutions for the construction industry, has introduced a new online U-value calculator, Condensation Risk Analysis and members area with an impressive range of technical support available to architects, contractors, and customers. The changes to ‘Conservation of fuel and power: Approved Document L’, which came into effect in June 2022, are intended to increase further the standards for the energy performance of new and existing buildings. In addition to the focus on the target of reducing carbon emissions, further performance improvements impact the approach to airtightness, thermal bridging, and insulation.


New U-Value Assessment Tool To assist architects, designers, developers, and contractors to accurately carry out


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improving the energy performance of new and existing buildings.


U-value calculations are carried out in accordance with BRE443:Conventions for U-value Calculations and can be submitted with your building control applications to demonstrate compliance.


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assessments to ensure compliance with the latest requirements of the Part L building regulations the A. Proctor Group has introduced dedicated U-value and Condensation Risk Analysis software that will help. The software is an essential online tool for meeting the new standards and


In addition to this new assessment tool, a new Members Area has been introduced to the A. Proctor Group website that enables architects, designers, contractors, and clients to access a comprehensive range of technical resources. Registered members will have access to high quality webinars on critical topics, with personalised CPD certification for each. A full suite of brochures and product documents including technical properties and characteristics is available for download from the Members Area.


01250 872261 www.proctorgroup.com 19/04/2023 16:17


Remember Me T


he Remember Me memorial portico at St Paul’s Cathedral is a physical memorial to all those that died as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Entered via the cathedral’s North Transept entrance it is home to the online book of remembrance. Designed by Caroe Architecture with Connolly Wellingham, the portico is a beautiful, elliptical structure crafted in the UK and featuring several GEZE doors. As a visitor enters the cathedral from the


North Transept they pass through a pair of swing doors powered by GEZE Powerturn automatic swing door operators. These doors take the visitor into the memorial and were chosen as they can open large or heavy doors and offer the flexibility of allowing the doors to be used both manually and automatically due to GEZE’s Smart swing function. Above the doors, etched in to the structure


in gold are the words ‘ Remembering all who died as a result of the coronavirus pandemic’. Once inside the portico, visitors can view the online Remember Me memorial, search for and view the tribute to their loved one, light a candle and take a moment to pause


and reflect in this tranquil space. The online book is open to all people, whatever their faith or none.


From the memorial portico the main entrance into the cathedral is through GEZE’s TSA 325 NT, a manual revolving door with 4 leaves. The revolving door was chosen as it minimises air flow into the cathedral as only one quadrant is open at a time. To ensure access for all a GEZE Slimdrive SCR curved automatic sliding doors was installed opposite the revolving door enabling those who are less able, or people with children in buggies, can still visit the memorial and access the cathedral. The Slimdrive SCR is controlled by wave sensors to ensure the doors only open when requested. This is part of the portico’s design to minimise air flow. Across all the glass in the doors are beautiful phrases such as ‘we will always remember’ and ‘never forget’.


The Remember Me memorial portico is a poignant tribute to those who died as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and is the most significant change to St Paul’s Cathedral in 300 years.


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Following the public response to the online memorial, and in partnership with the Daily Mail, over £2million was raised to give the Remember Me memorial a physical home within the Cathedral.


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