Towards
the end of 2002 the Synseal Research and Development Department created
a box gutter to supply the benefits of the existing design with new ones
to boot, namely no need to run a PVCu gutter within the aluminium section.
The base of the new box has two skins of aluminium, creating an air void
between the external 'weather' skin and the internal face, eliminating
the risk of internal condensation even more. There is also an anti-drip
adhesive beneath the gutter. The removal of a PVCu gutter inside the box
vastly increases the capacity of the box gutter.
Due to the fact it only needs a single design of box gutter adapter, which
fixes mechanically inside the aluminium box, the normal guttering section
can still appear to run inside the box.
Tel: 01623 443 200
Web: http://www.synseal.com
Bohle
has applied its advanced technology to a new range of vertical glass drilling
machines. With a choice of automatic or manual models, these latest additions
to Bohle's machinery collection are specifically designed for processing
glass panes in a vertical position.
Bohle's GBMAV 2/1300 automatic glass drilling machine enables the fully
automatic positioning and processing of upright standing glass panes.
Users simply pre-program drilling templates for the required pattern of
drill holes, and the machine automatically completes drilling in accordance
with the data entered. The machine's two diamond drilling heads operate
vertically with horizontal movement of the glass. High-precision guides
ensure the accurate positioning and alignment of both heads, and only
when different drill diameters are required is it necessary to exchange
drills within a working cycle.
The manual version of Bohle's vertical glass drilling machine employs
proven technology from the company's horizontal drilling range. A suitable
tool for glazing workshops dealing with a wide variety of requirements,
the new GBMV 2/900-10 is highly adaptable and features a space-saving
construction.
After setting the glass down and entering the desired drilling position,
the glass is automatically positioned vertically. Drilling measurements
lengthwise can be set either by scaled stops or laser lines, and precise
alignment of the front and back drill heads is assured with a stable C-frame
support. The new machine has an ideal height for processing small and
medium-sized glass panes.
Further information on these new vertical glass drilling machines or any
of the products in Bohle's machinery range is available by calling freephone
0800 61 61 51, or visiting the company's website at http://www.bohle.ltd.uk.
'Y'
Two Heads Are Better Than One
Expected
to be of great interest to the British PVCu fabrication market, the Urban
AKS 5905/10 Twin Head 'Y' Welding Machine is claimed to be the most versatile
two-head welder ever. This new machine - offered in the UK from Promac
Window Machinery - employs sophisticated yet flexible knife cutting to
provide all the fabricating technology needed to produce internally beaded
windows.
The Urban 5910 can achieve a complete 'H' frame, double reverse butt style,
welded in one operation along with the reverse butt cleaned by internal
knives on any profiles, including bevelled.
With an effective welding length of 2.5m, this machine offers a complete
solution to transom and reverse butt-welding.
With the sturdy build construction associated with Urban machinery, the
overhead clamping cylinders and weld sprue restrictors are mounted within
a rigid steel framework which is open ended to facilitate continuous reinforcing.
Each head is equipped with individual temperature controllers and start
and emergency stop switches. A main control console is fixed to the right
hand side and contains the welding/cooling cycle timers and operating
pressure regulators.
Other major features include:
* A complete fully internally beaded reverse butt frame on two 'Y' welding
heads in one welding cycle. It has automatic removal of sprue on reverse
butt face and external outer bevelled and scotia profiles.
* Quick and precise insertion and extraction of profiles by automatic
positioning of welding head.
* Quick and easy setting of machine to different profile variants.
* The quick release limit stop system allows a rapid change from one profile
section to the next.
* Intelligent arrangement of heating elements for simple timesaving maintenance.
* The heater plate moves from the top to the welding area which enables
access for cleaning and changing of Teflon.
* All welding parameters e.g. welding temperature, warming up time, fusing
pressure, joining pressure, joining time, and clamping pressure are individually
adjustable.
* Automatic control of temperature, welding time and adaptation of fusing
time to different profile cross sections.
* SPS control with adjustment of all cycling times via display.
* Welding seam restriction
* 180 degree reverse butt-welding is set to 0.2mm
* In Miter area, Z transom and Z mullion, you can select 0.2 or 2mm restriction.
Tel:
01788 577577
Email: mailto:saleswin@promac.co.uk
Web: http://www.promac.co.uk
New
Non-Stick Solution with Alfasweld
Sealing
tapes company Alfas Industries has developed a new product to protect
heating plates used in the fabrication of PVCu window and door frames.
The new Alfasweld tapes are glass fibre reinforced cloth tapes coated
with PTFE to provide a durable non-stick surface to heating plates on
PVCu welding equipment.
When used as a cover on the plate, the tapes prevent the PVCu sticking
to the plate during the high temperature joint welding process, eliminating
equipment downtime associated with cleaning and PVCu removal.
Within the A!fasweld range four different types of tape are supplied including
a standard non-adhesive grade for use where mechanical fixing to the heating
plates is preferred.
Three self-adhesive grades are available incorporating a special high
temperature resistant adhesive which enables the tape to be peeled easily
from the welding plate when replacement is necessary. The self adhesive
grades include a premium quality tape which incorporates additional PTFE
coating for longer lasting applications.
All Aflasweld tape products are available in 1m x 5m or 1m x 30m logs
or slit to special widths. Cut pieces can also be supplied.
Tel 0191 419 0505
Email: mailto:sales@alfas.com
Web: http://www.alfas.com
Avocet
has expanded its DIY and Decorating range with a collection of own brand
mains powered and cordless Power Tools. From drills and sanders to jig
saws and planers, Avocet can now supply a wide choice of high-quality
power tools for tackling all kinds of domestic repairs and home improvement
projects.
Among the power tools available is a selection of handy cordless drills,
from a standard 2-speed to a hammer action reversible option. Avocet's
mains powered models include a 550w or the more powerful 850w drill. Both
have reversible variable speeds, up to 2600 and 2700 rpm respectively,
and feature a front handle to ensure a safe grip when in use.
In addition, there's a variety of different saws to choose from. These
include a powerful 1200 watt Circular Saw with a cutting depth of 64mm,
a Mitre Saw designed for both left and right mitre cutting, together with
a variable speed Jig Saw with three-position pendulum function. Other
tools featured in the range are a 600 watt Electric Planer, a 2 Handle
Car Polisher with a generous 245mm pad, and a Heat Air Gun for fast and
effective stripping of paint or varnish.
As a convenient alternative to mains powered models, Avocet also offers
a selection of multi-tool cordless sets, such as the 14.4V Cordless Combo
Kit. This comes complete with drill, detail sander, jig saw and lamp,
and is supplied in a handy carry case and also includes a one-hour charger.
Competitively priced, all products in Avocet's new Power Tool range are
available from retail outlets and merchants nationwide.
Contact: Michael Tuck
Tel: 01484 711700
Web: http://www.avocet-hardware.co.uk
AMC702
Automatic Machining Centre Offers Speed and Flexibility for Greater Production
UK
machinery manufacturer GTI-Kombimatec has introduced a 'big brother' to
its recently launched AMC602 Automatic Machining Centre that incorporates
a number of new features, all designed to provide the extra speed and
flexibility that fabricators need to boost production.
Suitable
for working PVCu and aluminium sections, the AMC702 Automatic Machining
Centre offers all the benefits of the AMC602 - such as full CNC control,
clever tooling and easy operation - but with several additional advantages.
The most significant of these is its ability to process two profile lengths
simultaneously instead of just one, doubling production speed instantaneously.
Two zones of operation also enable the machine to double capacity yet
again when routing shorter pieces. Programs can be run any number of times
between the two zones, allowing the operator to load zone A whilst zone
B is still being worked on and vice versa.
A special tool enables the AMC702 to work on three sides of the profile
length, whilst axis movement on linear guides aided by circulating ball
screws enables both smooth operation and precise results. The 3 axes are
controlled via high-speed servo positioning drives, enabling quick cycle
times and accuracy to 0.1mm.
Fully programmable for different routing requirements via dedicated PC
software that is easy to use and operator-friendly, the AMC702 boasts
a special CAD CAM tool that enables quick drawing of the shape or cut-out
required. This can then be converted into a machine program either on
the machine itself or by using special software on an office PC, in advance.
Built for lasting performance, with a solid electro-welded steel structure,
the AMC702 has also been designed to provide long-term flexibility. The
machine offers seven tool positions into which different routers, cutters,
drills, taps and even a milling blade can be loaded. A mist spray device
keeps the tools and working area cool during operation whilst a travelator
located below working zones A & B moves cut-outs and swarf to one
end of the machine.
Whilst offering speed and precision, the AMC702 is also very safe to use,
incorporating a safety guard for the router spindle at the front of the
machine, and a safety gate at the rear protects the moving parts and personnel.
Two special pressure sensitive mats in Zones A & B also monitor operator
presence.
The AMC702 is available in both 4 metre and 6.5 metre versions to accommodate
4000mm and 6500mm X-axis travel respectively.
A video of the machine in operation can be viewed on the company's website
at http://www.gtikombi.demon.co.uk/downloads
Tel: 01582 455934
Email: mailto:sales@gtikombi.co.uk
Firestrip
30 - Credit Given where Credit's Due
Hodgson
Sealants Firestrip 30 lntumescent Glazing Strip, chosen by many specifiers
and glaziers of apertures to provide 30 minutes resistance to the passage
of fire and smoke in timber fire doors and screens has recently achieved
BWF Certifire Approval. The scope for specification and use of this product
has widened as a result. The introduction of brightly coloured printed
backing paper showing the product name and BWF Certifire logo means that
Firestrip 30 is instantly recognisable as being suitable for use in BWF
Fire Doorsets or Fire Door Assemblies.
Firestrip 30 is fully tested to the current standard BS476: Part 22: 1987
with a wide variety of non-insulating and insulating glass types from
all the major glass manufacturers. With a view to the future Hodgson Sealants
is actively involved in fire testing to the UK and pan European Standards
relating to timber doors and screens. Firestrip 30 is also available in
a Trade Pack for over the counter sales via glass shops, builders merchants
and BWF Approved Fire Door Centres.
See Firestrip 30 on Stand D071,Glasssex 2003 together with Hodgson Fire
Foam and other products in Hodgson Sealants rapidly expanding Fire Rated
Sealants range.
Tel: 01482 868321
To
meet the ever growing demands of sealed unit manufacturers, Bohle has
introduced three new machines for edge coating deletion of low-e glass.
An in-depth understanding of the many varied requirements of companies
across the spectrum has enabled Bohle to develop a solution which satisfies
small glaziers as well as large glass producers. The machines range from
a simple hand held power tool device - ideal for the smaller company and
those looking to edge delete shaped units, to a more robust hand held
unit through to a full semi-automatic edge deletion table. Prices start
at £595 up to around £7,500 depending on specification and
type required.
'We've seen a significant increase in the demand for edge coating deletion
equipment in sealed unit production as the use of low-e coatings moves
from partial to almost complete,' comments Bohle's Sales Manager, Nelson
Graham.
'We traditionally cater for all size and type of glass company and so
it was important to have a full range from large standard and bespoke
tables down to affordable hand held machines, all of which are now available
for 2003.'
With the acquisition of VV Agencies in Wembley last summer, Bohle has
been able to build on an established market to offer a comprehensive package
for sealed unit manufacturers throughout the South East .This includes
spacer bars, IG sealant, desiccant and all other core products for the
production of double glazed sealed units - all available ex-stock on Bohle's
own delivery fleet.
Full details on Bohle's IG range is available by calling freephone 0800
616151, or by visiting http://www.bohle.ltd.uk
High
security with ease of installation and smooth operation are the key benefits
listed by Carl F Petersen of the new Lockmaster 2 window shoot bolt.
Designed to meet fabricator requirements, and with increased security
in mind, the latest addition to the hardware supplier's portfolio is available
in two versions.
A 'croppable' bolt with just four different rod sizes helps to keep stocking
to a minimum while an extendable version saves time in fabrication. Both
20 and 22mm backsets are available in each variant, with or without integral
mushroom locking point. Additionally, a one-piece combined mushroom and
end keep feature is designed to save time and money.
Commenting, Carl F business development manager Bruce Bradshaw said:
'Routing detail is identical to other products in the market, making it
easy for fabricators to change, while the fixing screws on the Lockmaster
gearbox are set wide apart to ensure secure fixing every time.
'In the very near future, a further option will be available in stainless
steel, for improved appearance and corrosion resistance. The launch of
the Lockmaster includes system specific keeps for ten of the leading PVCu
systems, and more will follow.'
Tel: 01536 401155
Email: mailto:sales@carlf.co.uk
Web: http://www.carlf.co.uk
Alfas
Industries Ltd has launched a new foam perimeter sealing tape, which can
help building designers meet the air leakage and thermal insulation requirements
of Part L of the Building Regulations.
The new Alfas i tape is an impregnated PU foam tape encapsulated in a
special polypropylene film that is designed for application to door and
window frames in the factory.
Once the window or door has been installed, the sealing properties of
the tape are activated on site by partial removal of the film. This allows
the pre-compressed foam to expand and fill the gap between the frame and
the inner wall construction.
The result is a quality air seal that also provides thermal and acoustic
insulation. Alfas i also acts as a moisture vapour barrier preventing
the formation of interstitial condensation within the wall construction.
Unlike conventional 'wet' sealants, Alfas i is clean and easy to apply.
There is no curing process and therefore no hazardous or objectionable
odours are emitted. The product can be activated in adverse weather conditions
and will act as a temporary weather seal until the final external sealant
can be applied.
Supplied as a continuous strip on a spool in a range of sizes, Alfas i
is capable of accommodating varying joint widths up to 15mm wide.
The product complements a range of glazing tapes and specialist sealants
available from Alfas.
Tel 0191 419 0505
Email: mailto:sales@alfas.com
Web: http://www.alfas.com
Solaglas
Clears up with New Easy-Clean Showers
A
new easy-clean shower glass was launched in the UK recently by Saint-Gobain
Solaglas, the suppliers of processed glass to the shower industry.
SGG Aquacontrol® Showers has a transparent coating of hydrophobic
(water-repellent) material which is invisible to the naked eye. When water
makes contact with the surface of the SGG Aquacontrol® Showers, the
droplets merge together and tiny beads of water form and run straight
off the glass surface. Any leftover residue can also be more easily cleaned
away.
The company claims that the labour-saving easy-clean coating gives SGG
Aquacontrol® Showers unique properties compared with normal shower
glass:
- The inside of your shower is easier to clean: less dirt adheres to its
surface
- Less frequent cleaning is required : the glass stays cleaner for longer
- Shower-cleaning costs are reduced
- The lessened reliance on detergents will help protect the environment
- You can spend more time on yourself, and less on cleaning the bathroom!
SGG Aquacontrol® Showers is suitable for the interior of any glass
shower application (flat or curved) and suitable also applied to screen-printed,
patterned or opaque glass for increased flexibility and choice. The mechanical
performance of the glass remains unaffected by the SGG Aquacontrol®
Showers coating. The look is identical to that of normal glass; both transparency
and visual appearance are maintained.
The coating has been certified by the German TUV which is recognised worldwide
as a qualified product safety testing and quality certification organisation
serving a variety of industries in the world's major markets. SGG Aquacontrol®
Showers is guaranteed for 5 years.
Saint-Gobain Solaglas are co-licence holders along with Glas Funke, a
German subsidiary of Saint-Gobain Glass network, and the first suppliers
of curved, toughened glass in Europe. Together, these two companies offer
a one-stop-shop for processed flat and curved shower glass supplies.
SGG Aquacontrol® Showers was presented at Glasstec, the major European
Glass Products Trade Fair in Dusseldorf. Launched in the UK last month,
the new product will be available from February 2003 supplied by Solaglas
Bradford, to specialist manufacturers of shower cubicles and bath screens.
Tel: 024 7654 7544
Web: http://www.saint-gobain-glass.com
Increased
Profitability in Conservatory Roof Glazing
Brett
Martin has extended the width options for its 32mm XX Wall structured
polycarbonate sheet.
Marlon ST Longlife 32mm XX Wall is now available in 2100mm width, in addition
to the original 1250mm, optimising greater spans, with fewer glazing bars,
and reducing the overall cost of the conservatory roof. With a U value
of 1.4W/m2K, Marlon ST 32mm XX Wall can be used throughout larger conservatories,
which are subject to Building Regulations, as it complies with thermal
insulation levels of not more than 2.OW/m2K set by Document L.
Brett Martin will be exhibiting the new width, with its full range of
premium quality structured polycarbonate sheet which has continued to
grow in line with market developments and customer requirements, on its
stand at Glassex (D035).
Now, the company offers five structures from 4mm- 35mm, with single tint
options ranging from clear and bronze to blue, green and Heatguard, which
cuts out 50% of solar heat gain through the roof. Dual tints include Heatguard
Opal and Bronze Opal.
Mark Whitlow, Brett Martin sales director polycarbonate, observes, 'Brett
Martin now offers an extensive product range complemented by the ability
to supply material in a form tailored to meet the needs of individual
customers. With our state of art manufacturing facility, four distribution
centres and two positioning operations across the UK we can provide high
levels of service with the flexibility of purchasing from single sheet
pallets to bespoke roof packs.'
Tel: 028 9084 9999
Email: mailto:mail@brettmartin.com
Web: http://www.brettmartin.com
Reaches
the Parts Other Conservatory Systems Can't Reach
Synseal
has launched the latest addition to the Shield Conservatory system - the
Lo-Pitch Roofing System, a system capable of getting down to a 2.5 degree
pitch as a simple site click together system.
Sales and Marketing Director, Nick Dutton comments: ‘This low, 2.5
degree pitch facility allows conservatories to be installed where other
roofing systems cannot reach, while the dedicated and bespoke wallplate
system makes the completed installation easier, and provides a professional
finish.’
The side firring availability eliminates the necessity to fabricate complicated
angled frames, also increasing the ease and speed of installation.
All roofing panels are available in 500mm width packs that click together
with the PVCu clad aluminum jointing strip.
'This new roofing system should make it even quicker and easier for Synseal
customers to install the Shield Conservatory, and even easier to sell!’
concludes Nick.
Tel: 01623 443200.
Web: http://www.synseal.com
Maco
Introduces new 'Multi-Trend' Tilt & Turn Fittings System
Maco
has introduced its new 'Multi-Trend' Tilt & Turn Fitting System. 'Multi-Trend'
is described as 'One Fitting For All' that will set the future 'Trend'
for all Tilt & Turn Fittings.'
Features include an adjustable sash lifter fitted as standard to the drive
gear, this ensures that the sash is always centralised when closed. Having
an adjustment of + or - 3 mm the window can be further adjusted after
installation ensuring the smooth operation of the windows for many years
to come.
The 'Multi-Trend' sash lifter also doubles as a miss-handling device (popularised
by Maco on the Multi-2000 System) which prevents the window from engaging
into both the Tilt and Turn positions at the same time.
'Multi-Trend' Fittings offer increased security to the bottom of the window
with the introduction of a new IS (Intelligent Security) corner element
and tilt first mushroom striker plate. Security can be further enhanced
by replacing the mid point standard strike with an IS security mushroom
striker plate.
A high security version of the 'Multi-Trend' Fittings are also available
to meet the requirements of BS 7950. Maco have already worked with fabricators
in getting the IS (Intelligent Security) 'Multi-Trend' version successfully
tested to BS 7950.
'Multi-Trend' Fittings are not exclusive for square single sash windows
they are also available for double sash, angled head and half round window
styles.
Tel: 01795 433900.
Email: mailto:enquiry@macouk.net
Web: http://www.macouk.net
'When
the Stuga Autocut Saw Centre was launched eight years ago it was then
well ahead of its time. Sales to a number of foresighted companies followed
but then remained flat until around the beginning of 2002 when fabricators
began to realise the folly of purchasing more and more double mitre saws
and as a result find more operators.' says the company.
'The main advantages of the Autocut go well beyond the 700 windows per
week that it can produce into areas such as considerably lower skill requirements,
far greater accuracy and of course consistency.'
The Autocut operator only has to load up to fifteen 6.0m profile lengths
onto the infeed table and the machine will automatically produce all forty-five
and ninety degree cuts in addition to producing perfect arrowheads every
time due to the self-centring mechanism built into the machine. More profiles
can be added at any time to fit in with the natural rhythm of cutting.
The Autocut comes in left-to-right and right-to-left versions and the
standard left-to-right version can also be upgraded to a full Flowline
sawing & prepping centre at a later date. The natural companion for
the Autocut is the fully automatic Ecoline prepping centre.
Tel: 0800 169 5444
Email: mailto:stuga@eurotec.org
Web: http://www.stuga.co.uk
Ultraframe
'eaves' More Air In
Ultraframe,
the designer and manufacturer of conservatory systems, has launched a
new eaves beam ventilator that aims to make the conservatory experience
even more enjoyable.
Ultraframe has always believed that ventilation is the key to a comfortable
conservatory environment - so that poor consumer conservatory experiences
don't hamper the potential for market growth - and claims that this latest
product is three times more efficient, and 20% less expensive, than the
original eaves ventilator it replaces.
Ultraframe offers patented ventilation solutions as standard, combined
with a range of optional enhancements such as the new unit, reinforcing
its claim to be '4-most in ventilation'.
The new eaves ventilation unit is preformed and clips into pre-punched
slots in the glazing support trim; offering greater ventilation flow control
and providing optimum ventilation throughout the year.
Tel: 01200 443311
Email: mailto:sales@ultraframe.co.uk
Web: http://www.ultraframe.co.uk
Wright
Style Introduces New Structural Glazing System
Wright
Style, the steel glazing specialist, has introduced a new structural glazing
system for use in flush-fitting glass facades.
The
Wright Style SG system, based on the firm's SR series curtain walling
and roof glazing system, eliminates the need for external pressure plates
and capping profiles - giving designers new aesthetic options.
The SG system is suitable for vertical, sloped or roofglazing applications
and allows architects and designers to incorporate much larger or multi-faceted
areas of structural glazing into their designs than previously.
The SG system utilises a combination of Wright Style's SR steel and stainless
steel grid profiles, with glass panels structurally silicone bonded to
either aluminium or stainless steel retaining profiles.
The profiles are then secured to the grid by concealed stainless steel
retaining bolts, giving the appearance of a four sided structurally glazed
glass wall, with no visible method of mechanical retention and producing
a sleek unobtrusive facade.
The SG system claims to be fast and simple to erect, and utilises standard
SR grid profiles with internal gaskets. The system is then finished with
backing rods and structural silicone between the glass, providing an effective
weather barrier that maximises both aesthetics and practicality.
With a wide range of grid profiles in either 50 or 60mm wide sight lines,
produced in steel and stainless steel in differing wall thicknesses and
profile depths, large spans of glazing can be achieved without the need
for additional supportive steelwork.
All Wright Style glazing systems are backed up by a development and testing
programme, with particular emphasis on performance, ease of manufacture
and installation. In addition, the SG system complies with the requirements
of document L when used with suitable high performance glasses.
The SR system, from which the SG system was developed, has recently been
installed in the Muburak TV centre complex in Cairo and the University
of Hong Kong medical centre.
'Wright Style is committed to the development of products and systems
that push the design envelope - whether it's doors, partitions, curtain
walling or roof glazing systems. Our systems are designed to be technically
superior whilst remaining cost-effective across our comprehensive range
of interior and extemal systems,' said Tim Kempster, Commercial Manager.
The SR system has also successfully completed UK high-pressure blast-resistant
testing, underlining the system's strength as a full-glazed primary protection
system against explosive risks - an important design consideration for
today's architects.
Wright Style steel glazing systems are available through a global network
of licensed fabricators.
Email: mailto:info@wrightstyle.co.uk
Web: http://www.wrightstyle.co.uk