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the negative impact on thermal bridging and the potential for condensation issues,” explains Brown. “as a result, we chose adhesives to bond the components together, but there were many challenges to overcome beyond just being flame-retardant.” although heat-soak-tested toughened glass is


up to five times stronger than normal glass, a particularly heavy impact can force it to shatter into thousands of tiny ‘pebbles’. it is the cracks between these pebbles that create stress on the adhesive, which means the glass could potentially fall from the building. “we wanted to create a product where this


outcome could not occur; where the glass would remain in place even in the unlikely event of a heavy impact,” says Brown. “i’m pleased to say that our partnership with henkel and the extensive adhesive trials helped us to meet this objective. a2-s1 d0 classification is really important, but so is glass retention.”


thE hEnkEl fActoR speedpanel approached several leading adhesive manufactures. although a number were prepared to offer solutions that “might” succeed, henkel differentiated itself by working with speedpanel to understand the particular requirements of the application. henkel’s expert technical team set about analysing the task in hand with the aim of delivering the optimum adhesive. “The research was two-fold in terms of identifying which adhesive from the henkel portfolio would best suit our needs for both fire classification and grab strength,” explains Brown. “They succeeded on both counts.” he adds: “our connection with henkel, based on their reputation for engineering excellence, is already helping speedpanel appeal to fire engineers and consultants who want a product that fully complies with the regulations and is ready to go. The potential for speedpanel is truly huge - the market reception it’s already getting is unbelievable. i had a meeting only last week with three fire consultants and an architect who said their clients would be queueing up for speedpanel because of its fire classification. it’s likely to take off very quickly, predominantly because we have stolen a huge march on our competitors - and some of that is down to henkel. in addition to traditional builds, there is the enormous Bsf [Building safety fund] framework, where speedpanel can provide a key part of the solution.” in fact, henkel supplies speedpanel with two types of adhesive for different bonding tasks within the speedpanel a2 glass and speedpanel a2 aluminium products. henkel also made proposals in terms of suitable application methods that would optimise adhesive quantity and delivery speed: everything from automated spraying to simple pour and spread. “without any doubt, henkel’s input and


technical support throughout the development process proved fundamental to the success we now have,” concludes Brown.


henkel www.henkel-adhesives.co.uk


6 ThefT-PrevenTing TiPs ThaT faciliTy Managers need To Know


theft and business crimes make up 20 per cent of all crime in the uk. this causes great distress to business owners and can lead to commercial failure. to help companies prepare for coming out of lockdown, safety and security specialists Reece Enterprise have shared their top seven tips on preventing theft that all facility managers need to know.


Risk AssEssmEnt


To mitigate the risk of being subject to theft crime, the first step businesses need to take is conducting a risk assessment. This will help to identify any potential hazards that may occur within the organisation so the board can identify what to prioritise safety wise. This can involve any security aspect from defective security cameras or blind spots to faulty locks or windows. risk assessments should be undertaken


regularly, at least once a year. a further review is recommended once any changes have been made to business equipment, materials, processes, or people. This is also advised after accidents occur, to ensure their validity.


EmployEE tRAining


as stakeholders, employees are a critical part of any business and play a key role in keeping their workplaces safe and protected. companies should always carry out full background and employment history checks before hiring people if possible. once hired, security guidelines and theft policies should be clearly explained during employee inductions. Managers can help to mitigate the risk of


internal theft by encouraging staff accountability. There are several actions that can be taken to enforce this, such as enacting policy that requires employees to keep laptops and equipment locked and password protected, encouraging employees to report suspicious activity, and by giving specific access, (for example to a cupboard of stationary) to named employees.


kEEping EvERything lockEd, kEys includEd


Managers can further minimise risk of theft by ensuring valuable items are locked up, making sure that doors, safes and storage spaces are locked, and by safely storing keys in one secure place, like a reliable key cabinet from reece enterprise. from fire- resistant to free-standing, key or wall mounted, with a key or padlock, there are multiple cabinets to choose from that are sure to suit your business needs. adding additional locks to doors and


shutters or grilles to windows can give further protection.


suRvEillAncE cAmERAs


Use of security cameras, such as ccTv, is one of the most common practices that businesses use to fight criminal activity in the UK. although data protection rules apply for the use of cameras, they are an excellent tool for deterring burglars. They are particularly effective as they provide evidence and visibility. when operating with small budgets, consider installing a limited number of surveillance cameras in the most high-risk areas. security mirrors in blind spots are also another good alternative. This will create a robust security system for the business.


kEEping REcoRds


another key factor in dealing with theft is identifying the unusual activity in the first place. Being organised and staying on top of stock management within the organisation is essential. Track all your inventory, keep on top of your paperwork, and use tags and labels with serial numbers for all the important pieces of equipment to make sure nothing gets lost.


instAlling AlARms


alarms are one of the most traditional and prevalent types of security system. alarm systems and security lighting are a go-to measure for discouraging intruders and having them in place can also help to lower insurance premium costs. consider setting up a Bs 4737- 4.3:1988 intruder alarm system, this is part of the general requirements that companies need to comply with in accordance with the national security inspectorate (nsi) and therefore should be considered. once set up, managers are advised to arrange for the alarms to be regularly tested and maintained.


Reece Enterprise www.reeceenterprise.co.uk


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