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Windows Group Launches Two New Publications
The
British Plastics Federation Windows Group
(BPFWG) has recently launched updated versions of two of its most popular
publications. Mid-October saw the publication of the new ‘Specification
and Performance requirements for Gaskets and Weatherstrips for Windows,
Doors and Curtain Walling’ and this was followed by the update of
the ‘Code of Practice for the Survey & Installation of Windows
and External Doorsets’ in early November.
The new version of the Survey & Installation Code of Practice (CoP)
now includes reference to all the main window frame material types. When
the BPFWG decided to update this Code of Practice, it felt that a document
which covered all the main frame materials would be useful, so it engaged
the SWA, BWF and CAB, and requested their input. Following a number of
meetings between the four associations and some lengthy discussions, agreement
was reached and new CoP was born.
Those of you, who are familiar with its predecessor, will notice another
significant change, namely the removal of the sections on bay windows.
These sections have been removed because of the forthcoming changes to
the Building Regulations, which will require the submission of structural
calculations for all bay window installations. Because of the complexity
of this issue, the BPFWG will be publishing a stand alone CoP, that will
advise on how to complete and present these calculations. This change
has been reflected in the price of the new CoP, which at £20 is
less than half the price of its predecessor.
The updated Specification and Performance requirements for Gaskets and
Weatherstrips now includes up-to-date references and information relating
to changes in British and European Standards since the last edition. As
well as specifications for materials, the document also gives guidance
on the selection of appropriate classes of performance from the recently
published BS EN 12365-1, the transposed European Standard for the performance
of gaskets.The document is also being reviewed by the British Standards
Institute (BSI), with a view to it forming the basis of a British Standard.
‘Both documents are very important to the continued success of the
window industry and we would encourage anyone involved in the manufacture
or installation of windows to purchase them from the bookshop on the BFPWG
website (http://www.bpfwindowsgroup.com/bookshop.cfm).’
says the organisation.
Cool
New Brochure Now Available from Pilkington Building Products – UK
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Pilkington
has been responsible for many of the major innovations that have enabled
glass to develop into a multi-functional modern building material. To
showcase the latest innovations, the company has designed a new brochure,
which highlights its complete architectural product offering and specifically
the recent additions to the new solar control Pilkington Suncool™
HP range.
The solar control range has been extended by the addition of three new
high performance products; Pilkington Suncool™ HP Brilliant 30/17,
suitable for atrium and overhead glazing, Pilkington Suncool™ HP
Neutral 70/40, which offers superb neutrality, and Pilkington Suncool™
HP Brilliant Blue 50/27, which provides a distinctive blue colouration.
Each product combines excellent solar control properties including high
light transmittance and low reflectance with thermal insulation to provide
improved energy conservation.
In addition to the high performance solar control range, the latest solar
control version of the Pilkington Activ™ self-cleaning glass, Pilkington
Activ Suncool™ HP 70/40, will be detailed in the brochure. The product
offers high light transmission with reduced total solar energy transmittance
together with an attractive appearance. In addition, it will also literally
keep itself clean by harnessing the two natural elements of ultra violet
light and rain. The technology uses UV light to break down organic dirt
deposits on the glass surface and then uses rain to wash the dirt away.
The aim of the brochure is to help customers to select the right glass
for each project by presenting clear and relevant information about the
products and their applications. It demonstrates the effectiveness and
adaptability of Pilkington’s products and provides architects and
specifiers with a useful point of reference.
Web: http://www.pilkington.com
New
'Product Information Sheets' from Freefoam
Freefoam
has introduced a range of new Product Information Sheets which are available
for customers and others with specific product enquiries. These sheets
provide essential information on the advantages and correct usage of Freefoam
products.
‘Each new product needs to be introduced into the marketplace,’
comments Brendan Hyland, Marketing Manager, ‘and we believe that
these information sheets are a useful tool in helping to accomplishing
this. In addition, these sheets will be available going forward for anybody
who needs information on a specific Freefoam product.’
The product information sheets also have a fax template on the reverse.
This will allow customers and prospective customers to fax back to Freefoam
directly for more information on the product, for a representative to
contact them or to receive a product sample.
Freefoam is a manufacturer of PVC-U and PVC-UE building products for roofline
and rainwater applications. Formed in 1990, the company has grown to become
one of the top manufacturers in the market.
For more information, contact Freefoam directly on 01604 759871 in the
UK, 021 4911055 in Ireland.
Email: mailto:marketing@freefoam.com
Web: http://www.freefoam.com
The
Natural Choice in New Retail Literature
Hot
off the press is a new range of retail literature from Duraflex.
‘The Natural Choice in PVC-U’ is a colourful pack containing
an aspirational lifestyle brochure and loose-leaf specification sheets,
all enclosed within a matching folder. Duraflex consulted its customers
on both design and content and believes the new literature reflects contemporary
trends in home interiors. All items within the pack can be over-printed
with the retailers’ own contact details if required.
Duraflex
Marketing Services Coordinator, Jane Rayner, explains, ‘Our market
research revealed that women are often the decision-makers when it comes
to purchases for the home, so any brochure for this market must appeal
to them.
Most of our customers also felt that although today’s homeowners
are more knowledgeable it was important to keep any technical information
simple and relevant to their concerns when choosing new doors and windows,
which are primarily thermal performance and security.’ And according
to Jane the loose-leaf format has also been well received as it gives
retail installers the opportunity to tailor information to a specific
product offering.
At the heart of the new literature pack is a 20-page glossy brochure,
which promotes the key messages of quality, lifestyle and security through
words and images. This is complemented by a variety of specification sheets
that outline the options available in the Duraflex Diamond Suite, including
the Featured and Bevelled systems, Patio and Residential Doors and Colour
Options. In addition to production information, there are sheets on security,
maintenance and accreditation.
Jane concludes ‘This pack is just the first phase in a brand new
retail offering from Duraflex to help our customers promote the benefits
of the Diamond Suite to consumers – so watch this space for more
exciting developments. And we’re also in the process of updating
our commercial literature too.’
Tel: 08705 351351
Web: http://www.duraflex.co.uk
New
Manual on Wood Windows from TRADA Technology
TRADA
Technology
has published a new manual aimed at establishing the principles of good
practice in the design and specification of wood windows.
‘High performance wood windows’, written by Patrick Hislop RIBA,
is intended to aid architects in selecting commercially available windows
or in designing windows specifically for a project. A secondary aim is
to provide design guidance to joinery companies who take responsibility
for the detail design and ultimate performance of the windows they manufacture.
The manual concentrates mainly on domestic-scale windows and on outward
opening casements, mostly of ‘flush joint’ design.
Regulation requirements mean that insulated glass units of 20mm or more
are now the norm. ‘High performance wood windows’ includes proposals
for improving insulation and weather resistance, operational safety and
security standards, for effective fixing and weathertight jointing to
surrounds and reducing maintenance requirements.
Chapters cover: appearance, performance, design, glazing, fittings, finishes,
specifications, installation and maintenance. This edition replaces TRADA
Technology’s previous publication ‘Wood windows – design,
selection and installation’.
To purchase a copy, please telephone the Publications Department on 01494
569602 or email mailto:info@trada.co.uk.
Cost: to TRADA members £20.00 + £3.00 p&p; to non-members
£30.00 + £4.50 p&p
Freefoam
Introduces new Colour Range Guide
Freefoam
recently introduced its new Colour Range guide. This helpful guide highlights
the company’s large colour range and provides specific advice on
the care and installation of these products. All products are manufactured
using an environmentally-friendly advanced calcium zinc formulation for
superior colourfastness and are guaranteed for up to 20 years against
warping, cracking and discolouration.
Freefoam offers its products in 10 different colours including black,
deep brown, leather brown, pale gold, regal blue, rustic green, sable,
storm grey, wine red and white. In addition, Freefoam's products are offered
in four different woodgrain finishes including black ash, light oak, mahogany
and rosewood.
Formed in 1990, Freefoam is a manufacturer of PVCu and PVC-UE building
products for roofline and rainwater applications.
For more information, contact Freefoam directly on 01604 759871 in the
UK, 021 4911055 in Ireland.
Email: mailto:marketing@freefoam.com
Web: http://www.freefoam.com
New
Wall Chart from Securistyle Simplifies Specification
UK
window hardware manufacturer, Securistyle,
has created a free, easy to use, window hardware considerations wall chart.
The simple to follow chart guides specifiers through the British Standards,
Building Regulations and other standards which affect window hardware
specification, specifically in terms of fire escape, child safety, performance
and security.
National specifications sales manager at Securistyle, Ken Evans, said,
‘In this increasingly litigious society, specifiers cannot afford
to be in any doubt that the hardware they are specifying meets the mass
of standards and regulations set out by the industry. There are also several
conflicting rules for window hardware, specifically between issues of
safety and emergency egress, which many specifiers might find confusing.
The guide aims to simplify matters and act as a starting point for creating
a well-considered window hardware specification.’
To receive your free window hardware considerations wall chart, or to
arrange a meeting with a member of the specifications support team, please
call Securistyle on 01242 221200.
Laird
is facing the challenge presented by the rise in the popularity of composite
doors by publishing a new guide on Truegrain.
The new brochure explains the types of doors, the hardware and glass ranges
on offer.
The information is presented clearly with detailed information on the
range of optional styles, colours, woodgrains, finishes and glass including
decorative designs. Truegrain doors feature one of the most secure hardware
systems available tested to PAS 23 & 24 and licensed by Secured by
Design.
Doors are guaranteed for 10 years (25 years for Fibre Grain) while domestic
applications are backed by the Saracen Secure scheme.
Flush doors, rebated, fire, outhouse or shed doors, even French doors
and side screens, all are included in detail plus the various choices
of locks, handles, and other ironmongery. The brochure pack includes a
detailed survey sheet and order form.
Tel: 0121 224 6131
Email: mailto:jemma.kempson@lairdsecurity.co.uk
Important
New Specification Guide for Synseal’s Commercial Fabricators
Synseal
Extrusions Ltd
has a large number of trade fabricators. But some customers have now started
to work in the commercial sector. ‘Although our key focus has been
on developing relationships with trade fabricators and helping to grow
their business, Synseal is dedicated to supporting all its customers,’
explains Nick Dutton, Sales and Marketing Director of Synseal. ‘If
that means designing new support material for customers working in different
sectors, that’s what we’ll do. We’ve also found that many
of our products already meet or surpass the relevant requirements for
commercial work. This has attracted new customers who are already involved
in the commercial market – hence the specification brochure.
‘This latest addition to Synseal’s marketing support package
is stylish, fully illustrated and easy to use. It consists of an introduction
to Synseal, a list and explanation of all its accreditations, frequently
asked question relating to technical aspects, quality assurance and installation,
schematics of Shield windows and doors and technical data relating to
various aspects of Shield windows and doors, including the u-values you
can achieve with Shield.’
Tel: 01623 443 200
Web: http://www.synseal.com
Finding
the right interior doors to match all your criteria i.e. décor,
budget and specification can often prove to be a difficult task, however
Vicaima says that its new Interior
Doors Range Guide could be the answer to all your problems.
Designed to provide a wealth of inspiration for designers and construction
industry specifiers alike, this handy brochure contains something for
everyone.
The new Range Guide brings together Vicaima’s previous literature
portfolio into one convenient volume and at the same time introduces some
exciting developments in door design, including: the new Cepeldor®
range which offers an advanced and durable alternative to traditional
finishes, new patterns for the ever popular Exclusive range of inlay doors,
and a wider choice of glazing apertures to increase the diversity of even
the simplest of flush doors.
In addition to the extensive selection of door designs, this new Range
Guide also details the performance specifications of all Vicaima doors.
This includes everything from choices in constructional cores to suit
a variety of applications, to the multitude of door dimensions available,
which itself incorporates a full selection of mobility sizes. As you would
expect from one of the leaders in the field of fire door manufacture,
the new Vicaima Range Guide also contains information relating to the
many FD30 and FD60 rated and tested doors available to match their many
attractive designs.
To receive a copy of the new Range Guide, contact Vicaima on 01793 532333,
or visit http://www.vicaima.com
Bankit
Increases Resource for Local Authorities
Bankit,
the not-for-profit resource set up to help local authorities to meet recycling
targets, has expanded its education portfolio with the launch of a glass
recycling DVD and CD. The film has been produced in response to local
authority requests for more information on the glass recycling process.
The DVD, which is available free of charge through the Bankit website
- http://www.bank-it.org
- follows the process of recycling glass from kerbside and bottle bank
collection through to the manufacture of new containers. It also explains
important aspects of glass recycling, such as the effect that colour separated
and mixed glass collections have on the economics of reprocessing and
remanufacture.
Nigel Pritchard of Rexam Glass, the company behind the Bankit initiative,
said: 'Local authorities told us at our recent Waste Action Forum that
they wanted to understand more about the glass recycling process. In response
to this we produced a film that takes waste professionals through the
processes of collection, reprocessing and on to the manufacture of new
glass containers.
'We also plan to produce another film that will be aimed at educating
school children about the benefits of glass recycling. We hope that seeing
this will make them get involved in recycling at an early stage and also
help get their parents to recycle more glass as well as other recyclable
materials.'
Bankit, which is a Rexam Glass initiative, supported by Glass Recycling
UK, reinvests any money made from the sale of its materials back in to
the resource to help develop new initiatives. The glass processing film
is available in either DVD or MPG format (for playing on computers).
New
Tokyo Brochure from Hoppe (UK)
The
popular Tokyo range of coordinated door and window handles from Hoppe
(UK) is the subject of a new publication from the company.
The styling and design is the result of extensive development work that
has produced a complete suite of door, tilt/turn and espagnolette handles.
In a choice of finishes including Polished Brass, Polished Chrome, Silver,
Gold, white and black, these products are manufactured to the latest European
Standards.
Copies of the new publication are available from the Marketing Department,
Hoppe (UK) Ltd, Gailey Park, Gravelly Way, Standeford, Wolverhampton,
WV10 7GW. Tel: 01902 484400 or Fax: 01902484406.
Resista
– Hoppe’s New Surface Protection
Both
the Munchen and Tokyo series of door handles from Hoppe
(UK) are now available with a hard wearing surface protection
that comes with a 10 year guarantee.
Called Resista, this finish is applied to the base material and makes
handles coated with the finish suitable for use in coastal areas and for
external entrance doors.
It offers a hardwearing surface, high resistance to corrosion and tarnishing,
UV resistance and resistance to atmospheric agents. No special maintenance
is required as handles coated with Resista can simply be cleaned with
a soft cloth and water.
A new four page leaflet explanatory leaflet on Resista is available from
the Marketing Department, Hoppe (UK} Ltd, Gailey Park, Gravelly Way, Standeford,
Wolverhampton, WV10 7GW. Tel: 01902 484400 or Fax: 01902 484406.
Door
Hardware Solutions – Comprehensive New Literature Pack from Laird
A
new information pack, in which the company’s range of door hardware
is described in detail, is available from Laird
Security Hardware. The new guide features the latest information
on ERA, Saracen and Surelock multi-point door locks together with ancillary
Door Furniture, Hinges and letter plates.
All Laird’s hardware products have been subjected to high performance
test schedules proving reliability and smooth operation over a long life.
Together with PAS 23 and 24 certification, many products are licensed
by Secured by Design.
Product integrity is enhanced with all products backed by a ten-year performance
guarantee.
Call 0121 224 6000 for a copy of the new Laird Door Hardware Solutions
pack.
A
new guide to the company's water-based acrylic sealant for building applications
is available from Tremco.
Tremfil is a one component, gun grade sealant designed to provide a flexible
paintable seal where shrinkage and construction tolerances have left unsightly
gaps in building interiors.
Containing a fungicide to inhibit mould growth, Tremfil is easy to apply
and can be overpainted with emulsion paint after two to three hours. It
can accommodate movements in joints and cracks up to +/-10%. Service temperature
range is +15°C and +92°C and the sealant has a minimum 15 years
life expectancy.
For a copy of the new guide call Tremco Marketing on 01753 691696.
Bohle's
Catalogue in the Frame
Thousands
of items for the picture framing industry are included in Bohle
UK’s new 454-page catalogue – the only one of its
type in the UK. The catalogue is based on Bohle’s full-colour, fully-priced
format recently introduced for other parts of the company’s extensive
product range.
The new one-stop-shop catalogue, called ‘Framing & Art Gallery
Products 2004/5’, contains for the first time a range of gallery
furniture including easels, canvas stretchers and glass art in frames.
It also includes gallery rails, mount boards, glass, mounting sealing,
and laminating products and equipment, plus all manner of consumables.
The catalogue contains additional pages on art glass products and Bohle
training seminars.
Gary Dean, Managing Director of Bohle UK, says, ‘We have a very well
established business, and market-leading position, in the supply of picture
framing products in Germany, Austria and Spain, and felt it was long overdue
that we offered the UK market the same opportunity to access these products.’
He adds that Bohle had to wait until its new central warehouse in Manchester
was ready, as the company wanted to offer these popular items ex-stock
in the UK for next-day delivery. ‘Our full range is available in
this catalogue so customers can easily purchase products that were previously
only sold in some European markets. This means that a higher quality range
can now be obtained in the UK, as well as some very exciting new twists
on picture framing products,’ says Gary.
The catalogue is available free from Bohle on 0800 616151.