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LUCECO ILLUMINATES NEW UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER STUDENT ACCOMMODATION, SUMNER HOUSE
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he University of Chester have installed Luceco’s flagship backlit LED solutions in their brand-new student accommodation, Sumner House. The university originated as the first purpose-built teacher training college in the UK and continues to expand with extensive student demand and sites across Chester, Warrington, Shrewsbury and Birkenhead. The 2023 refurbishment of the former hotel in Chester city centre has brought high quality, modern design to the University’s brand new full-board and self-catered student accommodation. Luceco were delighted to design and supply Contour Suspended lighting in varied sizes in mulitcolour and black, creating a stylish and striking lighting solution for the communal seating area at Sumner House. Creatively installed in intervals between sculptural wooden slats, with further colourful lights artistically suspended to create a focal point, Sumner House shows the versatility of Luceco LED lighting solutions and the myriad of creative possibilities for installation. Contour Suspended lighting is a very versatile option, emitting continuous gentle, balanced, and low-glare lighting, making it ideal for both commercial and domestic settings, and perfect for communal areas. Providing downward illumination with up to 107 Llm/cW, Contour Suspended lighting is accompanied with full range of connectors to match any space. Whilst Contour Suspended lighting is readily available in black and white finishes, Luceco work with clients to supply colourful sprayed options to best suit your requirements. This lighting solution was paired with LuxPanel Extra 600x600 in other areas, soft glowing panels that gently illuminate the space whilst offering an ideal level of light for working. Offering increased performance in terms of lumen per watt and balanced light distribution, the backlit LED module boasts high efficiency optical design, offering efficacy up to 145 Llm/cW. With TPa rated diffusers, long life drivers and IP65 protected options, LuxPanel extra is a natural choice for public spaces.
Luceco Group have a long-standing relationship with Chester University, supplying luminaires to the University of Chester Engineering Building and tailoring lighting solutions for major buildings on their Parkgate Road Campus. Andy Whalley from Luceco Plc said ‘We were delighted to design and supply the lighting solutions for Sumner House, optimizing efficiency while creatively enhancing aesthetics, thus further strengthening our long-standing relationship with the University of Chester. Developing strong working partnerships is integral to our strategic objectives of Growth, Innovation, and Sustainability.’ Nick Dudley from the University of Chester said ‘We are thoroughly impressed with the project outcome and the exceptional quality of Luceco products. Luceco worked closely with us to tailor lighting solutions that create the perfect environment for our students. Many millions of pounds are continually invested in the accommodation and resources to enhance the student experience and there is a strong focus on making students feel supported and at home.’
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Polypipe Building Services reveals major expansion to its MecFlow Supply Systems range
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rainage and supply system specialist Polypipe Building Services has expanded the range
of products available under its MecFlow Supply Systems brand. This broadens its capabilities in helping customers to achieve complete, robust supply systems for commercial and high-rise projects. The new range is now split into two product types - MecFlow Fusion and MecFlow Press - which together form a fully comprehensive supply system from the basement or plant room to risers, runouts and apartments. Designed for robustness, MecFlow Fusion is available from 20mm to 315mm and features a tough multi- layer composition that’s reinforced by microfibres for added mechanical strength. The patented CLICKWELD electrofusion technology (available from 50mm to 125mm) produces secure, long- lasting joints without the need for hot works or bulky equipment. Available through the Polypipe Advantage service, which provides bespoke design, tailored pre-fabrications, delivery and technical support to make installation faster and simpler. A perfect solution for basement, plant room and riser installations. Certified to BS EN ISO 15874 with WRAS approval, MecFlow Fusion uses socket weld, buttweld
and electrofusion jointing methods to create homogeneous joints. Designed for flexibility and durability, MecFlow Press is a multi-layer composite piping system available from 16mm to 32mm. Engineered for potable, hot and cold plumbing and heating installations, MecFlow Press takes the best of both metal and plastic systems. Providing an oxygen tight barrier, low thermal expansion and first-class flow rates, the ideal choice for runout and apartment installations. Certified to BS EN ISO 21003 with WRAS approval, MecFlow Press uses press-fit jointing
featuring a stainless-steel sleeve with tool guide and inspection holes ensuring peace of mind. Andy Cullum, Managing Director of Polypipe Building Services, commented: “Our heritage in commercial building construction means that we know how important it is for
specifiers and contractors to have confidence in the products they choose, and crucially that these products are up to the demanding standards expected. “This is why our Terrain products have long been the go-to choice for drainage systems, and now the expanded MecFlow Supply Systems range offers the same robust, high quality choice for supply applications.
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www.bsee.co.uk BUILDING SERVICES & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER JUNE 2024 35 “This broader MecFlow range has been specifically developed to make it easier to achieve a
strong, durable installation across a full commercial project – from plant rooms right through to apartments.” The expanded range was officially launched at events in London and Manchester. Many members of the building services industry attended to get an exclusive first look at the new products. The event also included a panel discussion tackling some of the key challenges facing the construction industry today. The expanded MecFlow system is backed by Polypipe Building Services’ expert technical support as well as detailed sustainability information in the form of EPDs – making it straightforward to understand the environmental aspects of the system.
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