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systems from the James Price Group are available in a choice of automatic
sliding or manual versions to provide a suitable solution for both medium
and heavy usage requirements. Automatic systems are usually recommended
for public buildings, hotels, shopping centres, airports and hospitals,
whilst manually operated versions are more appropriate in other commercial
premises, as either single or double doors, hinged, or fitted with single
or double action pivots.
All J Price door systems can accommodate 6mm to 12mm glazing, and also
incorporate a wide range of safety and security features including anti
finger trap profile and multi point security locking. A Dorma stockist,
the company also supplies and fits the recently launched Manet system,
which comprises stainless steel fixings to support single point track
and door fittings.
Established for over 50 years, all glass toughening and processing, frame
fabrication and installation is handled in-house by J Price Group member
companies to ensure single responsibility for the project. A CAD design
service and screen printing facility is also available.
Tel: 0151 523 3131
Web: http://www.jprice-group.co.uk
K2's
New and Improved Sister Brand
K2,
the manufacturer of the conservatory roof system brand, has announced
the launch of its sister brand, L2.
On display at the forthcoming Glassex exhibition, the fully sculptured
Low Pitch Roof System has undergone a period of extensive research, development
and market feedback.
The new L2 Low Pitch Roof System, branded as L2 Roof in a Pack, comes
fully equipped with a wide range of additional features and benefits,
which include:
* A 2.5 degree pitch
* Sculptured top and bottom caps, eaves beam cover and end caps
* Designed low pitch eaves beam for greater structural stability
* One piece wallplate that doesn't have to be prepared on-site
* Spans to 4.25m
* Available in modular format at 500mm or as a bespoke roof
* Firring, roof vent, hip and box gutter options
Glazed with 35mm polycarbonate in either opal, bronze or an exclusive
'Silhouette' finish, the glazing has a greater inherent strength, improved
thermal insulation, and excellent weather resistance in comparison to
PVC panels. The L2 in a Pack is covered by a 10 year warranty which covers
all colours and the polycarbonate options.
The new L2 system will be available from February 2003 through K2's network
of approved dealers, and comes backed by the same support package as its
sister product, the K2 Conservatory Roof System.
Tel: 01204 554 554
Email: mailto:enquiry@k2conservatories.com
Web: http://www.k2conservatories.com
Natur-Al
has introduced a standard range of decorative interior claddings for its
patent protected conservatory system. A selection of wood veneers, from
pale ash to dark red mahogany, is now available to bring the beauty of
wood to the inside of any Natur-Al conservatory. The veneers can also
be varnished, painted or stained to create additional colours and effects
as required.
The different wood finishes are created by applying the chosen stain to
the wood veneer which has already been laminated onto MDF profiles. These
are then cut to size. Quick and easy to fit on site, the profiles are
affixed to the conservatory's aluminium structure with heavy-duty double-sided
tape. And if the owner wants a new look, the existing cladding can be
removed and replaced with an alternative finish. In addition to its aesthetic
appeal, the cladding also acts as an additional thermal barrier.
Developed with the backing of the Timbmet Group, the Natur-Al conservatory
system has a construction concept consisting of aluminium load bearing
support columns with external coloured pressure plates and decorative
internal claddings. This separate exterior and interior construction allows
for almost limitless colour options both inside and out.
‘The new range of interior finishes reflects the flexibility of the
Natur-Al system which can be designed to match the owner's taste. Wood
effects are always popular but, following feedback from customers, we
already have plans to extend the choice to include a more diverse range
of options such as mirrored and stainless steel finishes,' comments Steve
Crossley, Timbmet's Group Marketing Manager.
Tel: 01729 823126
Thermlock
Delivers Thermal Performance Breakthrough
Thermlock
- a patented thermally-enhanced reinforcing profile from Sheerframe systems
company L.B. Plastics - enables windows to achieve Part L ratings without
the need for soft-coat glazing.
Used with Sheerframe four chamber profiles, Thermlock ensures that even
the most complex fully reinforced windows, achieve the 1.8W/m2K rating
required from March 2003 under Part J (Scotland) of the Building Regulations.
The tougher requirements for the thermal performance of windows are expected
to come into force in the rest of the UK in due course.
The product is the result of a three-year development programme by L.B.
Plastics and is available exclusively to Sheerframe fabricators. As well
as its thermal performance, the new reinforcing suite - there are eight
different profiles available for use with Sheerframe co-extruded 6000
and 7000 window systems - offers a range of other benefits.
'Thermlock delivers a torsional rigidity nine times better than steel.
On deflection strength it is 50% stronger than standard aluminium. Once
in place, its specially designed screw pick-up ridges make fixing into
Thermlock easier, delivering 25% greater pull-out strength for handles,
keeps, shootbolts and hinge fixings.' says Sheerframe Product Director
David Strang.
'Many reinforced windows barely scrape through the current 2.OW/m2K requirement
and will be unable to meet the new tougher standard without using soft-coat
glazing. Thermlock represents a major breakthrough in window performance
and delivers significant market advantage to Sheerframe windowmakers,
enabling windows to meet the building regulation requirements whilst still
using the traditional glazing materials which the fabricator prefers.'
Tel: 01773 852311
Web: http://www.litchfield-group.co.uk
Avocet
Adds to Sales Opportunities
Avocet's
home security and automation systems provide add-on sales opportunities
for both fabricators and installers. From Video Door Entry Kits to Dummy
Cameras, the range is designed to deliver value for money electronic security
and access control solutions for domestic properties as well as small
commercial premises.
Among the products available is Avocet's first own brand Wireless Burglar
Alarm system. With no connection to the mains power supply required, this
system utilises solar power combined with digital radio frequencies and
microprocessor technology, making installation quick and simple. As well
as the main solar alarm siren console, the system contains two door and
window contacts, four passive infrared sensors, dummy siren console and
remote controller.
Avocet's Video Door Entry Kit incorporates CCD camera technology and comes
in kit form.The system is supplied with a camera panel and tilt bracket
for precise positioning, a monitor handset and 10 metres of 4 core cable.
For optimum security, both day and night, the CCD low-lux camera will
operate effectively even in low light conditions.
When used in conjunction with other security measures, Avocet's Dummy
Camera offers enhanced protection for the home, office, car park, garage
or even the garden shed. Featuring a flashing LED to simulate a working
camera, the device looks like the real thing. The unit has a weather resistant
casing manufactured from anodised aluminium suitable for use outdoors,
and is virtually maintenance free. The unit comes complete with a mounting
bracket for quick and easy installation, and runs on two AA batteries.
Avocet's electronic security and automation product line also includes
carbon monoxide detectors, swipe cards and magnetic locks. Commenting
on the range, UK Managing Director, Chris Morris says: 'Avocet already
offers one of the most comprehensive collections of window and door security
hardware. And now with these additional home and office security solutions,
we're providing fabricators and installers with a further opportunity
to maximise the sales potential of domestic replacement as well as commercial
and new build projects.'
Tel: 01484 711700
Email: mailto:post@avocet-hardware.co.uk
Web: http://www.avocet-hardware.co.uk
Warrior
Sinidex Friction Stay Fights Forced Entry
Hardware
manufacturer Mila Hardware has launched the latest addition to its Warrior
range, designed to provide a high security specification for casement
windows. The Warrior Sinidex friction stay offers extra high security
features that claim to have been proven in tests to resist human attempts
at forced entry for three minutes and will also withstand in excess of
3500 Newtons of applied force.
The Warrior Sinidex friction stay is manufactured in the UK using high
grade stainless steel. Officially approved and licensed by the police
Secured By Design initiative, the Warrior Sinidex friction stay achieves
security and weather sealing through the use of a nylon reduced-friction
end cap. This strengthened end cap, along with a heavy-duty vent arm,
ensures that the stays themselves will not give way even when leverage
is applied.
In addition, however, the friction stay is also smooth in operation. The
special design of the vent arm and end cap makes the window easy to open
and close, providing inteference-free movement. The location of the metal
against the plastic cap cover also acts as an enhanced weather seal.
Suitable for top and side hung window applications of all sizes, the Warrior
Sinidex friction stay conforms to the requirements of BS 6375 Part II.
Tel: 01327 872511
Email: mailto:sales@mila.co.uk
Web: http://www.mila.co.uk
Elastosil®
SG500 for Structural Glazing
Elastosil®
SG500 is a two-part system for structural glazing. This silicone adhesive
sealant is based on alkoxy technology and vulcanises at room temperature.
It is neutral-curing and releases only alcohol during vulcanisation. In
addition to high mechanical strength it claims good resistance to wind,
sun and water.
The two components of the adhesive sealant are mixed by machine. With
this adhesive it is possible to utilise the advantages of works prefabrication
of SG units:
• Dust and dirt can be excluded.
• The quality control necessary during production can be planned
and carried out without any disturbance.
• The storage period for the bonded SG units is reduced to some 3
to 5 days.
• Weatherseal can be applied immediately after the panels have been
mounted in the facade.
Technical details of the adhesive sealant:
Maximum possible joint bite: 50 mm
Skin formation time at 23°C / 50% relative humidity of air: 40-90
minutes
Permanent elasticity: -40°to +150°
Shore hardness A (ISO 868): 44
Tensile
strength: 0.95 N/mm2
Tensile stress at l00% elongation (ISO 8339): 0.95 N/mm2
Web: http://www.wacker.com
New
Ornate Door Handle - Looking Better for Longer
Shepley
Window Systems is about to launch a new range of door handles featuring
a scratch resistant finish. The company claims that in laboratory tests,
the finish has been proven to withstand 1000 hours of salt-water spray
as well as showing good resistance to UV radiation and general household
cleansers. Gary Torr, md, explains the benefits for installers, 'The new
handle is an improvement, because it now looks better for longer - another
benefit from Shepley that makes it easier to sell and gain customer satisfaction
from the homeowner.
'Other features of the door handle are its swan neck design giving it
a more traditional, stylish look,' continues Gary. 'It's available in
a scratch resistant gold finish, as well as white, black and silver. It
is particularly good for conservatory installations where the gold finish
on the door handles perfectly complements the gold window handles. What's
more it doesn't cost any more and it still comes with a 10-year guarantee.'
Contact: James Brisbane
Tel: 0161 339 2433
Email: mailto:james@shepley.com
Web: http://www.shepley.com
The
majority of modern conservatories feature roofs pitched on all open sides,
but increasingly, there is a demand for gable-ended options.
Aztec Conservatory Roof Systems has added a gable option to its standard
range.
Explains John Sales, Aztec product development director, 'People do ask
for gable ended roofs, and with our system it is easy to produce, using
our standard system. This means fabricators can extend the choice they
offer their customers without having to stock a whole separate range of
components, and their customers have the reassurance of fitting a system
they already know.'
The Aztec gable system utilises the same ten core components to its standard
pitched on all open sides design, but replaces the end face down slope
with a firring cover and gable cap to the ridge, enabling glazing to be
fitted in a vertical plane.
Fabricators simply make the ridge longer, so it terminates level with
the ring beam, rather than short of it, as with a pitched roof.
The gable option complements the Aztec range, which includes standard
and heavy duty Victorian and Edwardian styles, and a gazebo. All feature
Aztec's gasket, which enables the same ridge to accommodate 16mm, 25mm
and 35mm glazing.
Contact: Colin Bennett
Tel: 01942 720044
Email: mailto:enquiries@aztecsystems.co.uk
Deceuninck
Launches New Decoroc® Colours
Deceuninck
is extending its Decoroc® options with the launch of six new colours.
These additional colours complement the growing demand for variety in
PVCu window, door and building product finishes, for both the commercial
and retail window refurbishment and new construction markets.
Decoroc®,
is a Deceuninck patented process for the application of a durable colour
coating to PVCu profiles which are used to fabricate coloured constructions
such as windows, doors, fascias and other building products. The process
gives the colours a good resistance to scratching and chemical abrasion,
prevents permanent adhesion of graffiti and cement veils, yet retains
the innate suppleness and flexibility of the PVCu profile.
A key advantage of Decoroc® is that it is applied to the profiles
prior to delivery to the window manufacturer. The manufacturer can then
produce coloured window and door products from scratch, rather than sending
the finished product away for colour coating. This reduces the risk of
affecting the final quality though over-handling the product and attributing
damage liability. Equally, with no minimum profile order, there are no
prohibitive pricing issues.
Deceuninck is offering its full range of Decoroc® colours with a no
quibble ten year guarantee. The impact resistant finish is achieved by
drying the coated profiles in a 50°C oven for eight hours.
The new range of colours include: RAL7031 blue grey; RAL5008 grey blue;
RAL7033 cement grey; RAL5010 gentian blue; RAL7026 granite grey; RAL9006
white aluminium.
Tel: 01249 816969
Email: mailto:deceuninckltd@deceuninck.com
Web: http://www.deceuninck.com
Powerful
New Bespoke Editor for RoofWright
RPS has launched RoofWright Version 5 with its powerful new Bespoke Editor that allows you to create almost any roof.
Combining
the new bespoke templates with the already extensive standard templates
means you can satisfy virtually any customer's demands from Victorian
and Edwardian styles right through to complex T shaped and beyond.
'With over 20 years experience in software design, RPS pride ourselves
on producing intuitively straightforward tools. The new Bespoke Editor
brings a new level of power to the hand of conservatory design without
any compromise to its user friendliness' comments Sales Director Jon Twigge.
'Customers often report how overwhelmed they were at the ease and speed
of getting started.'
Despite its simplicity, RoofWright is built on sound engineering principles
and incorporates a complete mathematical CAD engine. It can therefore
warn of excessive stress loads and produce fabrication details to millimetre
accuracy.
With three tiers of RoofWright, its easy to integrate all the design,
sales, and fabrication details which means avoiding delays, mistakes and
duplication. RPS offer enterprise customers the facility to consolidate
and optimise orders to the systems manufacturers.
'We are so confident that you will enjoy using this software, that its
available for free, unlimited use for Victorians' comments Jon Twigge.
'Download from http://www.roofwright.co.uk
or telephone 0161 426 0465 for details/ free CD.'
New
100mm Inline Espagnolette - a Small Step Forward in Window Locking
Maco
now claims the largest most comprehensive range of Inline Mushroom Espagnolettes
in the market. The introduction of the 100mm Inline Espagnolette enables
fabricators to put the strength of espagnolette locking onto window sizes
previously impossible.
Typically for windows below a sash rebate size of less than 260mm (the
previous smallest size), ensuring that fabricators no longer have to fit
cockspur handles on the smallest windows, this small espagnolette delivers
all the features associated with the Maco Inline Espagnolette system.
Available in a 20mm and 22mm backset with 7.7mm and 9.0mm high mushroom
cams, this latest addition brings the total Maco range up to 36 Inline
espagnolettes.
Tel: 01795 433900
Email: mailto:maco@macouk.net
Web: http://www.macouk.net
Profile
22 Launches New Large Platform Cill Range
Profile
22 has launched a dedicated range of large platform cills to complement
its 70mm Fully Integrated window and door Systems and simplify installation.
This
new cill range features a multi-chambered design which improves thermal
efficiency in line with the 70mm frame profiles. The positioning of the
70mm frame profiles now abuts to the cill upstand, which simplifies bay
calculations where the datum point is now the back of the cill.
The cills enable installers to fit the windows conventionally with base
drainage and are supplied in White, Rosewood and Antique Oak finishes.
They are available in 85mm, 155mm and 180mm widths to suit the greater
profile depth.
Cills in conservatory applications can be joined using the standard range
of cill joint cover mouldings. The standard reinforcing and current range
of end caps are also suitable for this range.
Contact: Keith White
Tel: 01952 290910
Web: http://www.profile22.co.uk