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and is also more aesthetically pleasing with a sleeker and less bulky look, but generates less CO2 emissions. Also, selecting a supplier which sources
materials from within the UK and is able to manufacture domestically, not only creates a more secure supply chain but also means fewer product miles and a much greener solution than sourcing products from abroad.
BIM sense Wherever possible, opt for BIM-ready catenary solutions that are specified according to architects and engineers’ exact specifications. This will make it much easier to reduce unnecessary waste and deliver a much more environmentally friendly and cost-effective project. It also minimises the possibility of service clashes which can lead to lengthy and costly delays. Accredited suppliers like Gripple, which has
been awarded BSI BIM (Building Information Modelling) Verification Certificate ISO 19650-2, can populate Revit models with the correct products and accompanying data, provide training on the process of adding BIM objects to 3D models, and supply detailed schedules of components to minimise waste and cost.
Stay safe The construction industry is highly regulated but unfortunately still suffers a number of injuries at work each year. Latest figures from HSE state that of the 111 fatal accidents at work in the last recorded year, 40 of those were within construction . So, safety is of paramount importance on every site. Choosing the right products can dramatically reduce risks on site from working at height and using potentially dangerous tools. Sourcing products which are pre-fabricated eliminates the need to cut to the required lengths on site. For example, the Gripple Angel Hanger requires no tools or hot works permits
More lightweight
solutions mean less embodied CO2 emissions.
and does not need any special training to fit. Ideal for fitting directly onto catenary wires, its ergonomic buttons mean Angel can be quickly adjusted and lighting solutions can be periodically replaced and updated to suit the client. As it is also quicker to install it greatly reduces the amount of time working at height – another key feature of the potential risk of accidents in the electrical industries. Pre-engineered products create an altogether
quicker and slicker operation on site which not only decreases time spent on a job but reduces
the potential risks to health and safety. This is something that clients and architects are placing increasing importance on when planning projects and is likely only to become a greater part of product specification in the future.
Time is money On top of the safety and environmental credentials of today’s more modern lighting suspension systems, there are also significant savings to be made in labour time, and ultimately in project costs. Lighter modern solutions are not only easy to
carry around site, but they are much simpler to install meaning they usually only require one person to install rather than the standard two- person job of installing traditional suspension solutions.
Suspension products such as the Gripple
Express hangers are a great example of dramatically cutting down the time needed for a project with the right choice of solutions. These items arrive to site in ready-to-use kits which are up to six times faster to install than alternative devices as they have no additional channel or structural steels that require installing. Having less people required on site not only
brings down labour costs but also helps in the control of social distancing on site. Ergonomic buttons will also mean speedier adjustment without the need for a setting key contributing to time-saving on site.
The future is bright Innovations in lighting installation will continue to develop and are likely to see products become even lighter, stronger, quicker and more efficient. At Gripple we are working on the next generation of lighting suspension with a clip-on solution for fast and effective suspension of lighting track. The contemporary design lends itself to projects where aesthetics are as big a consideration as function.
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