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SIDERISE SPECIAL PRODUCTS AWARDED ECOVADIS SILVER
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iderise Special Products— a leading manufacturer of fire, acoustic and thermal solutions for the construction, rail and marine sectors— has been
awarded a Silver Medal by EcoVadis. The globally recognised, independent business sustainability assessment platform gave the company an overall score of 68/100, putting them in the top 9% of the 100,000+ companies across 175+ countries that have undergone the process. EcoVadis is one of the world’s leading platforms for assessing and certifying the sustainability credentials of companies operating in all kinds of sectors. It assesses sustainability in four key areas:
environmental impact labour and human rights ethics
procurement practices
This is done through a rigorous self-assessment process, which involves answering hundreds of questions and supplying evidence alongside answers to ensure complete integrity. These responses are then independently assessed and scored by EcoVadis’ sustainability experts, with a final overall score given from zero to 100 which is then used to create credible industry rankings. Siderise Special Products received an overall score of 68 out of 100, with notably strong performance
on environmental, labour and human rights, and ethics areas. This high score places the business in the 91st percentile, and meant it could be awarded a Silver Medal for achieving strong scores in each of the four key areas and being in the top 9% of assessed companies in 2023. Speaking on the achievement, Sera Turkoglu, ESG Manager for Siderise Group commented: “Sustainability has become a key decision factor for customers and consumers in almost every sector. However, it is vital that businesses can provide credible proof of their actions. Going through the process of the EcoVadis assessment is not only something we have done to ensure good practice and genuine results that we can share with the industries we work in but has also been key in helping us to identify areas we can improve on in the future.” Managing Director of Siderise Special Products, Hugh Langley added: “This is a great achievement for our team. Acting with integrity and always looking to go beyond the minimum is at the core of our business strategy and operations. However, having this work formally recognised with the EcoVadis rating is a significant milestone in our ESG journey, and has been especially important for our client partners in rail, construction and marine who are actively seeking to ensure a more sustainable supply chain.”
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Keyfix fast-tracks and future-proofs new Tottenham Hale residential development
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he Keyfix Non-Combustible Cavity Tray System has played a vital role in the building of Ashley Road East, a major new residential development in Tottenham Hale, by improving installation efficiency and quality on site, and exceeding building regulations.
Ashley Road East is one of two mixed use residential buildings located in the heart of vibrant Tottenham Hale, based conveniently near the Tottenham Hale underground station. These contracts worth £85 million are part of a wider regeneration scheme, which plans to deliver 1,030 new homes which will sit alongside 15 new retail spaces, co-working and office spaces, a cinema, a new primary care health centre, and two football pitches worth of well-lit elegantly paved public space. Keyfix has worked alongside brickwork contractor Galostar and main contractor Galliford Try to support architect, KDS Associates, and premier global development firm, Argent Related, in bringing their designs to fruition. To meet the requirements and tight build programme, Keyfix has supplied 1,747 metres of Non-combustible Cavity Trays (NCCT), 304 Corner Units, and 4,800 Weeps. Keyfix had a relatively short lead time with a turnaround of approximately three weeks, from the first point of contact with the customer, to delivery on site. The project presented two main challenges for Keyfix. Firstly, the majority of corners had a unique obtuse angle, as opposed to the standard 90-degree angle; making it difficult to meet the project’s specifications. To remedy this, Keyfix worked alongside the site team, using their drawings to manufacture pre-formed corner units to match specification requirements. The preparation carried out by Keyfix helped to accelerate install time once the corner units were delivered to site. Secondly, Keyfix collaborated with the client to position the tray in the ideal position that was both below the window sill, and above the relieving angle in a compact area; therefore, reducing the overall price for the contractor.
Joel Riley, Contracts Manager at Galostar Brickwork commented: “Keyfix was a great asset to this project. The NCCT was quick and easy to install and didn’t require any extra materials such as sealants, which saved us time and energy. Keyfix’s help onsite to position the tray at the correct angle also helped to reduce our overall costs on this development.” The Keyfix NCCT was specified
due to the self-supporting nature of the tray, meaning that it does not need to be attached to the
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inner structure, ensuring a swift and easy installation. Unlike other cavity tray systems, this design requires no additional fixings, sealants or onsite fabrication by the brickwork contractor. Therefore, installation of the trays did not delay the speed of bricklaying when compared to traditional DPC. Installed in the outer leaf with no connection with the inner skin, this innovative cavity tray system does not create a thermal bridge, helping the homeowner to save through improved thermal performance. This also produces the benefit of safe- proofing the building from differential movement. The system comes complete with pre-formed corners and a step-by-step combined component schedule and location plan, which greatly improves efficiency on site by reducing installation time. Moreover, with a lifespan of 125+ years and holding an A1 Fire Rating, the Keyfix NCCT is built to exceed current regulations. It is the only non-combustible cavity tray system that does not rely on tapes and mastics to make watertight joints, therefore eradicating one of the primary reasons for product failure. Commenting on the project Kieran Coyle, Keyfix General Manager, said: “Our rapid build, non- combustible cavity tray is recognised by brickwork contractors nationwide as being the fastest and easiest system on the market to install, which is one of the principal reasons for the product being selected. The fact the tray is entirely self-supporting and requires no connection to the inner-leaf has been a substantial time saver on this project.” Kieran continued, “The Keyfix NCCT also has an A1 Fire Rating and will never contribute to fire loading
in the building so housebuilders and homeowners can be assured that by installing our system they are future proofing their investment and themselves.” The Tottenham Hale residential development is a work in progress, with ongoing deliveries from Keyfix. The Keyfix Non-combustible Cavity Tray is playing a fundamental part in the safe and enduring design of a residential development that will create an exciting legacy for North London. For more information about the Keyfix range of non-combustible solutions download the product guide, visit the website or for technical support call 028 8676 7508 or email
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www.bsee.co.uk New gloss black for Ovia downlights O
via has added a new gloss black finish to its range of Inceptor Pico non-fire-rated LED downlights. Part of Ovia’s domestic range, Inceptor Pico provides contractors with a high-quality, cost- saving LED solution for those lighting projects where there isn’t the requirement for a fire-rated
fitting and therefore, no need to incur the additional expense that a fire-rated model commands. With contractors keen to keep overall costs of a project as cost-effective as possible, but without compromising on quality and performance, Inceptor Pico ticks all the right boxes, producing an excellent light output for the power utilised. The Inceptor Pico combines a number of key features which sets it apart from competitor products.
With its 47mm profile, the fitting is ideal for installations where the void depth is limited and it has an adaptable cut-out to fit apertures of between 65mm and 76mm in diameter. A 90° beam angle produces a larger spread of light to provide more light coverage. The fitting is also IP65 rated, which makes it dust tight and protected against low pressure water jets. This means it is an ideal solution for kitchens, bathrooms and wet rooms. Available in a dimmable option as standard, the Pico can be easily switched or dimmed utilising a variety of methods. It is suitable for use with Scolmore’s range of ClickSmart+ smart home products. The new gloss black finish for Pico joins the existing three finishes - White, Satin Chrome and Chrome.
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