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Groupco
has recently become the main supplier of multi-point locking systems for
Welglaze, an established family-run
trade fabricator based in Hertfordshire. Fuhr Multisafe locks from Groupco
are now specified exclusively for the Welguard range of doors from Welglaze,
which includes French doors and a stunning new collection of PVC-U coloured
doors.
Groupco is the main UK distributor of Carl Fuhr’s
Multisafe range and its largest customer worldwide. The three main residential
door products available from Groupco offer lift lever, split follower
and key operated locks with progressive security options. Welglaze has
chosen Fuhr’s Multisafe-S Residential Door Bolt for its new coloured
doors, which are manufactured from the Aluplast Knightsbridge PVC-U system.
The doors are available in dark blue, dark green, red, white and black
renolit foils and are offered with a wide choice of glazing.
Fuhr’s Multisafe-S hook lock has been successfully tested to PAS
23/24 security standards with the Knightsbridge door, making it the ideal
solution for the Welguard range. 'They also come with a 10-year guarantee
and there’s a comprehensive range of locking systems to suit our
diverse trade customer base, including what we believe is the most secure
French door lock on the market,' comments Tanya Clarke, Director of Welglaze.
Fuhr’s Multisafe-S from Groupco features a one-piece 16mm wide steel
face plate. The enclosed zinc plated lockcase is suitable for lever and
profile cylinders, with latch, deadbolt, two hook bolts, two rollers and
serrations top and bottom. The split follower is designed for solid or
split spindle operation.
Established in the 1970s, Welglaze has been sourcing selected door and
window hardware from Groupco for many years. 'We’re a long standing
Groupco customer and are impressed with their friendly and efficient service.
They also offer excellent technical back up and have a flexible approach
to our needs, which is why they have become our preferred hardware supplier
for the bulk of our door and window fittings,' concludes Tanya
GED
Integrated Solutions Introduces Automatic Lead Tape and 3M Accentrim™
Product Application System
GED
Integrated Solutions, Inc.
announces the new Decorative Application Table. This automated system
will quickly and accurately apply lead tape and 3M Accentrim™ Products
to glass panels. Customers will be able to create unique designs to differentiate
windows, doors, and conservatories.
The system will process over 200 glass lites per shift with decorative
patterns in multiple sizes and material types. The easy to use software,
and simple machine design finally affords a manufacturer an automated
method of applying lead tape.
‘With quick change parts, and a robust design, IG, Window, Door,
and Conservatory manufacturers now have an opportunity to reduce labour
costs and increase quality of finished products.’ says the company.
‘The system will increase output and improve quality of finished
IG units. With automated application instead of using manual labour, the
system saves labour costs, increases unit quality, and reduces confusion
on the factory floor.’
GED will be exhibiting the new Decorative Application Table at the Glass
Processing and Technology show at the Birmingham NEC in May. The company
can be found at stand number E16.
GED recently announced the opening of a dedicated UK operation to sell
and service the UK marketplace. GED Integrated Solutions manufactures
fully integrated systems including the Intercept IG spacer frame production
equipment, as well as glass cutting and washing, muntin manufacturing,
PVC welding and cleaning, software for windows and doors and window fabrication
and assembly systems.
Masterglaze
Introduces ‘Drive Thru’ Frames
Masterglaze,
the network of Trade Outlet Centres, has introduced a range of PVCu doors
available from stock. Available in sizes from 885mm to 930mm wide, builders
and installers simply call in, select their products, and drive out again.
‘We are delighted to introduce this new service to our customers’
commented MD Heidi Sachs, ‘the product range is superb and with prices
from just £199+VAT, the Stock Range is proving a huge success.’
Masterglaze was acquired by Burles Group Plc in December 2004 and is currently
having store refits to accommodate a new, wider range of PVCu cellular
trims and ancillaries, aimed at providing builders and installers with
a complete service.
The company is a supplier of windows and conservatories to the trade with
Branches at Swansea, Cardiff, Newport and Yeovil, with plans to significantly
expand the Network over the coming years.
Tel: 01495 248468
Web: http://www.masterglaze.co.uk
Tie
Bolt holds 1.5 tonnes in a Sheer 90 Degree Drop
Conservatory systems suppliers that recommend five way tie bar systems
will know how unpopular they are they can be with homeowners. Synseal
Extrusions Ltd’s solution is a new tie bolt – a security bolt
for conservatory roofs. When it’s used in the calculated positions
with the new stainless steel eaves beam cleat, the tie bolt enhances the
structural performance of the conservatory.
With expected availability in March, it will not only remove the need
for five way tie bars, but also about 40% of three way tie bars. 'This
development will make Synseal’s conservatory products more attractive
and easier for installers to sell to homeowners,' explains Synseal’s
Marketing Manager, Phil Else.
The13mm M8 bolt incorporates an internal grub screw that simply screws
up through the head of the bolt and bites into the glazing bar. This simple
development achieves a phenomenal performance.
'At our testing facility in Huthwaite we hung almost 1.5 tonnes in a sheer
90 degree drop from one of the security bolts! Alternative systems failed
at just over the 1 tonne mark.
This simple evolution of just one tie bolt has cut the excessive cost of five way tie bar systems and it’s much quicker to install. Appearance and performance are improved, making the conservatory more saleable to homeowners.'
Ultraframe
has announced the re-branding of its Victorian roof system, which will
now be known as the Ultraframe Classic system. A host of new features
have been added, including PVC chambered top cappings.
Linda
Doughty, Marketing Director at Ultraframe said: 'Ultraframe’s Victorian
system has been a favourite for fabricators and installers for more than
20 years and has established itself at the cutting edge of conservatory
roof system design and manufacture. Its reputation for leading the market
in quality, configurablity and structural integrity means the system has
earned its position as the modern ‘Classic’ roofing system.'
New patented technology on the Classic system includes a suite of PVC
chambered thermal top cappings. Available in a choice of two new designs,
sculpted for a pleasing appearance in either a geometric or a more rounded
profile, the PVC top cappings trap air in expertly designed air pockets
to enhance thermal efficiency. This design prevents heat loss through
leakage points, virtually eliminates cold bridging and condensation, lowers
the overall U value, and makes the system 40% more thermally efficient.
Installers can be confident that the new technology means the Classic
system exceeds expected building regulations.
For consumers it means enhanced comfort levels as the internal temperature
is amplified up to four degrees centigrade warmer than competing aluminium
systems under the same test conditions.
Another benefit of the new chambered top capping profile is the fact that
it virtually eliminates warping and twisting, especially where foils are
used, to increase the structural integrity of the roof and reduce the
number of call backs for installers.
Hidden gaskets mechanically clamp the glazing material in place for additional
security to remove the chance of slippage. Ultraframe has also introduced
a 35mm glazing option.
The new value added package on the Classic system includes Ultraselect
decorative strips and a choice of foils, crestings and finials. For consumers
this means even more options to personalise their conservatory and a value
added conservatory package for installers to boost sales.
Ultraframe has also cut the number of components required for the current
system, reducing the complexity of the current Classic system without
any compromise to system configurability and reducing stockholding for
fabricators.
Linda Doughty continued: 'The enhancements to our Classic system are a
sign of Ultraframe’s continued commitment to this long established
and popular product range. Ultraframe is committed to providing their
customers with a range of product options to suit all styles, all applications
and all consumers with conservatory solutions which offer the highest
quality and innovative designs. While other manufacturers innovate to
shave costs, Ultraframe is investing heavily to create a unique range
that is quite simply a Classic for today'
Web: http://www.ultraframe.com
GU
Secury Automatic Now Offers Remote Control Key Opening
GU's
Secury Automatic door locking system now offers the security of a remote
controlled unlocking feature on a multi-point locking system: with an
electronic key to give the added convenience of an electric door release.
The
Secury Comfort key features a built-in transponder which recognises the
signal from a pre-programmed control box.
The system provides very high levels of security and ease af use, making
it of particular interest to sheltered housing, apartment blocks, offices,
hospitals and commercial applications. It is also suited to applications
where restricted access is required, as the transponder is programmable.
The remote-controlled key enables house entrance door to be opened as
easily as a car door. At the same time, the system offers the security
of multi-point deadbolts which engage automatically to a full 20 mm throw
each time the door is closed.
The door lock can still be released from inside via a button on the householder's
intercom system.
Secury Automatic is available for use on timber, aluminium and offers
a 16mm wide face plate version to accommodate PVCU profile Eurogrooves.
It can be operated off a 12V fire or burglar alarm system or be installed
alongside an existing intercom or electric release system.
'The new Secury Automatic provides automatically greater security than
conventional electric systems by not only latching the door but also multi-point
dead bolting it,' said lan Ward, Marketing Manager of GU/Ferco.
Contact: lan Ward
Tel: 02476 217900
Email: mailto:help@g-u.co.uk
Web: http://www.g-u.co.uk
New
Conservatory Gable Takes Customer Choice to Another High
CWG’s
Global Plus conservatory roof goes from strength to strength. Launched
at Glassex this year is a new traditional looking gable style roof that
the company says takes the CWG concept of maximising customer choice to
another high.
Extension
of the current CWG conservatory styles to include the new gable is effectively
seamless and of immediate value to installers as erection is just as simple
and fitter friendly as existing CWG Global Plus styles. The same eaves
beam, gutter system, cladding profiles, including the latest fully sculptured
profiles for eaves, ridge and rafter covers, are used throughout the CWG
Global Plus conservatory range.
The structural stability of the entire conservatory is further enhanced
with the gable support system. This means the gutter can run across the
front of the gable side, which cuts the number of outlets and soak away
routes by half reducing the possibility of leaks.
The strong roof is further enhanced by using the new locking tie bolts
which minimises the necessity of tie bars, even with glass roofs so there
is potential for use of either of CWG’s new high insulation and sun
screening CorbEglaze or SmartPoly roofing products also launched at Glassex.
The new CWG Global Plus gable is stronger, and is easier and quicker to
install. There is total compatibility with all the systems fabricated
by the Corby Windows Group including REHAU’s 60mm Tritec and 70mm
S706 suites, 70mm Kömmerling Connoisseur, 70mm Shield and the new
70mm SynerJy profiles.
CWG’s Global Plus conservatory roof means installers have just about
everything they will need to erect the exact conservatory their customer
might need. There is no need for compromise. What ever a customer’s
requirement, be it style; including the new traditional gable, or finish;
from a wide range of woodgrains, woodgrains on white or colours, the Conservatory
division of the Corby Windows Group can provide design and structural
details that will ensure the success of any installation.
Contact:: Stewart Hull
Tel: 01536 409100
Email: mailto:info@cwg-uk.com
Web: http://www.cwg-uk.com
Vistamatic
gives Classroom Insight
Vistamatic
vision panels, incorporating CGI’s
Pyroguard fire resistant safety glass, have been installed in the doors
to new science labs at Sir John Hunt Community College’s Whitleigh
campus, near Portsmouth.
Established as a comprehensive school since 1990, Sir John Hunt Community
College is currently undergoing a £28m campus development, including
a new extension with a central atrium featuring a corridor running down
its length.
Designed
to allow observation without disturbance, the panels enable controlled
access into classrooms for added safety and security, as staff can check
who is outside and decide whether or not a person may enter. Panels can
also be left in the ‘open’ position if desired. Staff have been
so impressed that they are considering installing several more of the
panels across the school. Spokesperson Colin Stebbing said: ‘The
new facilities have really transformed the way that we work, and the Vistamatic
vision panels have proved to be very beneficial in improving safety and
security for staff and pupils.’
Old and new classrooms run parallel to each other down the corridor, with
10 new classrooms in total added. First floor classrooms feature 250mm
wide x 800mm high Vistamatic vision panels in the doors, which are lever-operated
on one side and incorporate FD30 Pyroguard glazing.
The installation of vision panels was slightly more complicated for this
application, as the science lab doors were all FD 30 fire rated and the
installed glass unit could not in any way compromise the fire resistance
issue.
This potential problem was quickly solved by the introduction of CGI’s
unwired fire glass – Pyroguard, as one of the unit leaves. Pyroguard
is widely tested, both as a single glass and in double glazed form; it
is also a market leading fire glass for incorporation into fire doors,
with the backing of its comprehensive CERTIFIRE approval schedule.
Pyroguard is manufactured by CGI International and available throughout
the UK via a widespread stockist network and in this instance the panes
were supplied by Pier Glass of Woolwich.
Vistamatic vision panels meet British Standard BS EN ISO 9002: 1994, as
well as BS 6206 for Tempered Safety Glass Class ‘A’. The panels
come in a wide variety of designs and glazing materials to suit specific
locations and fire safety requirements. Vistamatic can also work with
architects and designers to create bespoke sizes and specifications.
Tel: 020 7960 6060
Web: http://www.cgii.co.uk
Maco’s
RAIL Espagnolette gets Secured By Design Approval
The
take up of the Maco Reverse Action
Inline Espagnolette has been a success which is set to be increased with
RAIL receiving Secured By Design status. In order for the RAIL Espagnolette
to be approved for Secured By Design Maco had to show its suitability
as a security locking device by undergoing a rigorous test programme on
different window systems to BS7950:1997. This testing programme has been
completed on different PVCu window systems, together with timber and aluminium
windows at Maco’s own internal test-house as well as at the BSI.
Security is gained by the provision of up to three pairs of Mushroom Locking
Bolts operating simultaneously. On closing the window, the Mushroom Bolts
enter either side of a standard Maco Mushroom Striker Plate ensuring that
the locking points remain fully engaged during attack.
The design of the R.A.I.L is fully compatible with all Eurogrooved window
systems and with Maco having the widest range of Striker Plates on offer
means that the product is available to nearly all PVCu, timber and aluminium
window fabricators, making it a suitable product for specifiers due to
the wide range of compatibility with different window systems.
Contact: Craig Bryant
Tel: 01795 433900
Email: mailto:c.bryant@macouk.net
New
600mm Soffit Meets Demands for Deeper Rooflines
In
response to customer requests, Celuform
has launched a new 600mm wide soffit board that will meet the demands
of wider eave specifications.
'The
current trend for deeper overhanging roofs, particularly on commercial
projects, means that specifiers and installers need a wider off-the-shelf
PVC-ue board,' comments Ged Ferris, Celuform's marketing manager.
'Now they have a standard board that can be trimmed to size on-site to
fit the application with the minimum of fuss and trouble. This innovation
will mean a perfect, professional finish every time,' he continues.
The new wider 8mm deep profile joins a selection of eight other board
widths ranging from 100mm to 426mm. The 600mm soffit is available in Warm
White.
Celuform says that it was the first UK manufacturer of PVC-ue building
products. The company supplies building product stockists throughout Europe
and the UK.
Tel: 01622 719199
Web: http://www.celuform.co.uk
Wire
Free Push Button Locks from Abloy Security
Unican
mechanical push button locks from Abloy Security
provide strong, simple, secure and effective access control without any
wiring, electronics or batteries. The range offers the convenience of
keyless entry, with a user friendly, attractive design and includes locks
for both external and internal doors, narrow stile, glass doors, light
commercial and residential doors, and even cupboards, cabinets and filing
systems.
The Unican range consists of several product groups, each designed for
specific purposes, and all are maintenance free, as there are no batteries
to replace. The range is suitable for use in commercial, industrial,
educational, governmental, lodging and multi-unit residential buildings
including blocks of flats, student accommodation and housing associations.
Unican 5000 is the latest addition to the range and is built on the design
of the proven L1000 series. The Unican 5000 offers, among many other
benefits, fewer parts, a better fit and simpler instructions. It is supplied
pre-assembled and can easily replace an existing 1000 and L1000 installation
with the addition of just two screw holes in the door.
For more information on the range, including the Unican 5000, please contact
the marketing department on 01923 255066 or email mailto:marketing@abloysecurity.co.uk
Business
Micros Launches EvoNet
Business
Micros
has launched a new software solution which, for the first time, enables
fabricators to track orders on line from receipt right through to despatch.
EvoNet is an extension of the company’s successful Evolution software
and uses barcode scanning technology to give users throughout an organisation
instant on-line access to the status of any order.
Graeme Bailey, MD of Business Micros, is very excited about the potential
of this new development. He says: ‘EvoNet is a major step forward
for users of our systems not just in terms of increasing their efficiency
but also in improving quality control, identifying training requirements
and improving the speed and quality of management information.
‘The system requires a relatively small additional investment in
portable scanners, bar code equipment and a wireless network but promises
a very significant payback.’
EvoNet essentially tracks an order from the moment it is placed to the
moment it is delivered. It brings together all the relevant information
about that order from who logged it to when the glass was ordered, when
the hardware was fitted and how long it took to complete and allows any
authorised user to access this information from their desktop PC.
As soon as an order is received, EvoNet allows window fabricators to reserve
production space. It then tracks all the stages in the order processing,
including scanning and linking all POs and documents connected to the
order, for example for glass or frame bending.
Once the order moves into production, the system continues to track its
progress and ensures that as it is completed each station receives only
the appropriate information as to the action required. For example, a
sash gearing station would see only the list of hardware required for
that sash. Similarly, all the items related to the order such as frames,
welded sills and ancillaries are assigned factory locations and can be
quickly located on screen.
On the factory floor, Business Micros believes EvoNet promises considerable
improvements in efficiency because orders are more tightly controlled
than previously and can not be delayed or misplaced without production
managers being alerted.
However, Graeme Bailey is convinced that it is in the management information
which the software provides that it really scores over current systems
available. He adds: ‘EvoNet can produce a full set of management
reports for users and can be interrogated to provide information on all
the individual elements of the administration and production process.
It is potentially a very powerful tool for fabricators.’
Users of EvoNet have the option to extend use of the system to off-site
managers or even to customers. Using Microsoft Internet Explorer, customers
can view the progress of their order on-line and receive fast, up to date
information from their supplier at a time convenient to them.
Business Micros is offering EvoNet as an add-on to its Evolution software
and provides a full commissioning and training service.
Contact: Graeme Bailey
Tel: 01925 42295
Relax in Comfort, with Solaglas' New Conservatory DGU Range
Solaglas has developed another differentiated DGU offering, this time for the conservatory roof market. The offer encompasses three double glazed units branded as the SGG CLIMAPLUS® COMFORT range, each unit offering increasing levels of comfort for the conservatory user.
The
basic COMFORT unit combines high tech products to create a safety unit with
both advanced solar control and thermally insulating properties. It provides
twice as much heat reflection as a standard DGU due to a solar factor of
only 38% and gives over 50% more heat insulation thanks to the 1.1 centre
pane U-value. The aesthetically pleasing blue/grey tint of the unit reduces
glare from the sun and the easy-clean coating means the conservatory owner
can spend more time admiring the view rather than cleaning windows. The second product in the range is the COMFORT PROTECT unit which, in addition to all the benefits of the basic unit, also offers significant protection against harmful UV rays by blocking out over 99%. This means that the unsightly fading of furnishings, often a real problem in a conservatory environment, is reduced. The unit also gives peace of mind by offering added security against objects breaking through the glass roof and, when combined with laminated wall units, against break-and entry.
Ultimate comfort is created with the COMFORT SILENCE unit. This product, which has all the features of the PROTECT unit, also gives a clearly audible 6-7Db reduction in noise levels over and above the basic unit (which already gives a 100% sound reduction compared to polycarbonate roofs). The benefit is particularly noticeable when it is raining, and also offers protection against nuisance noise from airplanes, roads, railways and even noisy neighbours when combined with acoustically laminated wall units. So, come sun, rain, or snow the conservatory will be a calmer, more relaxing and more comfortable place to be - which is important if you are investing a large portion of your income on an expensive conservatory.
The SGG CLIMAPLUS® COMFORT units are manufactured at Solaglas MSN's specialist DGU site in Leeds which has, over the years, built up a reputation for manufacturing high specification, non-standard units. Matt Kershaw, Commercial Manager for Leeds states ‘In response to the conservatory market demand Solaglas MSN Leeds has worked hard to develop a suite of products which improve vision areas, control ambient climate and insulate against noise. The SGG CLIMAPLUS® COMFORT family is an exciting range of high performance sealed units that offer the end user the perfect solution to their conservatory needs. All units are manufactured to BSEN1279 and every unit is individually QC inspected prior to despatch. For the fabricator installer, the excellent product range is complemented by a 15-minute fax back quotation service and market leading nation-wide delivery times.’
In order to assist sales to both commercial and domestic buyers a suite of literature is readily available to Solaglas customers, in addition to product samples and heat reflection demonstration units for showroom use.
For further details, email: solaglas.msn@saint-gobain-glass.com, telephone Solaglas MSN Leeds on: 0113 253 8030 or fax your enquiries marked 'CONSERVATORY' to: 0113 253 7659.
Duoshield
is 'the Future of PVC-ue Building Products'
'A
major leap forward in the technological development of how cellular plastic
building products are made is leading quickly to the establishment of
a new generation of roofline, cladding and window profiles.' according
to Celuform.
Created
by Celuform, DuoShield is a co-extrusion process that creates a seamless
and extremely tough double skin that wraps around the whole board, front
and back. This means that thinner and lighter boards can be produced which
feature rigidity and durability equal to, or in excess of, thicker, heavier
profiles.
In addition, the aesthetics are improved because the finish is totally
seamless, providing a smooth finish.
'DuoShield is the future of cellular PVC,' says Ged Ferris, Celuform's
marketing manager.
'We were the first company to manufacture PVC-ue products in the UK more
than 30 years ago, with Celuka, a skinless foamed plastic technique that
offered significant advantages over the rigid boards that Celuka replaced.
The next development created by Celuform was a 0.6mm skin over the exposed
surface of the board, a process that is now common to all cellular PVC-ue
products today.
'New DuoShield will be applied across all Celuform fascia, soffit, cladding
and windowline products,' Ged commented. 'Market leading brands such as
Emperor, Duoform, Duoliner, Torus Duoliner and Vanquish, already feature
the new technology.'
DuoShield is guaranteed for 15 years. This includes a warranty against
colour fading or 'pinking'.
Celuform supplies stockists throughout the UK and Europe.
Tel: 01622 719199
Web: http://www.celuform.co.uk
Darby
Pioneers New Conservatory Glass
Darby
Glass
has introduced Roof-Glas, a new high performance double glazed unit aimed
specifically at the premium rate conservatory roof market launched in
response to customer demand, and the expected extension of energy efficiency
legislation to conservatories.
Chris
Roberts, Sales and Marketing Director of Darby Glass, comments: ‘Conservatories
represent a major growth sector for us, and in due course it’s likely
they will be required to meet the same U-Values as windows. So we’ve
taken the initiative and spent six months developing the Roof-Glas concept.’
The result is an IGU made from glass featuring the latest technology available
for an unrivalled technical specification, plus the added benefit of an
easy clean coating.
Roof-Glas by Darby has a solar factor of 44% to keep a conservatory cool
in summer, combined with a U-value performance of 1.1 to help retain heat
during the winter. The low maintenance easy clean coating means the glass
stays cleaner for longer and requires less vigorous cleaning. In addition,
the IGU is argon-filled to reduce rainfall noise levels.
Roof-Glas is available in a choice of colours: Blue, Bronze, Clear and
Blue+ which has an even higher solar control factor of 42%. Chris continues:
‘We decided to keep it simple, with just these four configurations
in the range which meet the needs of the market and offer varying degrees
of light transmission, ranging from 50% for Blue+ to 74% for Clear.'
This glazing development from Darby Glass is expected to generate considerable
interest from those involved in the conservatory industry, from roof systems
companies to retailers and installers. ‘Glass is often the preferred
choice for top-of-the range conservatories, rather than polycarbonate.
Now with Roof-Glas the aesthetic advantages of glass can be matched by
superb performance that will meet even the most stringent building regulations
when they come into force,’ says Chris. Although conservatories are
the key target market for Roof-Glas, Darby is keen to stress that it can
also provide a suitable glazing solution for any commercial application
where solar control and easy cleaning are critical issues.
The introduction of Roof-Glas has involved major investment in new equipment
and training by Darby Glass. Roof-Glas will be manufactured at Darby’s
Scunthorpe operation and distributed to customers nationwide. Nearly £1.5
million has been spent on state-of-the-art machinery, including an edge-deletion
cutting table, new toughening plant and robotic shape head. A major glass
supplier has provided training in safe handling of the new glass, while
an in-house training programme has covered specific quality and service
aspects.
Darby Glass is backing the launch of Roof-Glas with a comprehensive marketing
and technical support package. In addition to full colour brochures detailing
the features and benefits of the new range, customers can obtain a demonstration
kit that includes a heat lamp to prove the product’s performance
claims. ‘We’re also offering Powerpoint presentations on disk,
and of course, our friendly customer service team and technical estimators
are all just a phone call away,’ concludes Chris.
Tel: 01724 280044
Web: http://www.darbyglass.co.uk
A
Triple First from Pilkington
Pilkington
has announced that the latest addition to its Pilkington Planar™
range is the most impressive yet, Pilkington Planar™ Triple. Representing
the world’s first triple glazed frameless structural glazing system
Pilkington says that the product, which has developed from the original
patch plate system pioneered by the company over 40 years ago, is the
most advanced form of glass curtain walling system available today.
Pilkington
Planar™ Triple signifies a major move forward in terms of both improved
thermal insulation and design flexibility, and with multiple glass combination,
it presents the possibility of further improved solar performance and
noise control.
Pilkington Planar™, the structural glass system from Pilkington Building
Products – UK, has already revolutionised the way we look at the
application of glass as a structural building material, allowing architects
to create complete glass envelopes for buildings.
With the changes to the Building Regulations Approved Document L, Pilkington
Planar™ Triple has been developed to confirm the company’s position
as a market leader in structural glazing and to offer a solution to the
demands placed upon the facade designer by the changes to Part L. With
an acoustic performance of Rw>42dbA and achievable U values of 0.8W/m2K,
the system allows the incorporation of a wide range of glass types and
support systems such as glass mullions, aluminium and steel purlins and
rigging, without compromising either the aesthetic appeal or the thermal
performance.
The Pilkington Planar™ Triple frameless glazing system has been specifically
formulated with the façade designer in mind. It enables greater
transparency in the building envelope, a style choice currently on the
increase in public and private buildings alike, and removes the heat path
that exists through conventionally framed systems, thereby reducing heat
transfer.
The thermal efficiency of the frameless point supported design provides
insulation values for the transparent areas of the building envelope,
which would be difficult, if not impossible, to achieve with a conventional
framed design approach.
For more information on this product please contact the Technical Helpline
on 01744 692000.
Web: http://www.pilkington.com/planar
K2
Product Enhancements Offer New Solutions
As
part of its ongoing product development programme, K2
is planning to launch three new products to enhance its range.
Adding to its successful track record in ventilation products, K2’s
PVCU roof vent is now complemented by an aluminium sash alternative. Utilising
the existing PVCU outer frame section, the new sash accommodates 25mm
and 35mm polycarbonate or glass glazing and is sculptured to co-ordinate
with the K2 roofing system. The aluminium sash maintains all the features
and benefits of the PVCU version, including a demountable hinge, concealed
fixings and an integral drainage system and offers an additional ventilation
choice to the marketplace.
In response to market demand for a valley solution to suit larger installations,
K2 has also developed an enhanced Valley Centre. Available from February,
the new K2 Valley Centre is stronger than the previous version and has
greater spanning capability but remains compatible with the existing claddings,
cappings and end cap.
As well as functionality, K2 has addressed aesthetics in its latest series
of product launches. The new Boss End Shroud offers the marketplace a
new solution to concealing the boss end, making the system user-friendly
for the installer. The Shroud is manufactured in a closed cell foam and
addresses a common consumer request to mask the join between roofing panels
and external boss end cover.
Comments Sally Fielding, Managing Director of K2: ‘Our product development
programme is driven by feedback from our customers and where we can see
a market need to enhance existing products or update the system with a
new innovation we will invest in making it happen. These new products
are significant additions to the K2 range and form part of a package of
measures – both product and service related – aimed at enabling
our customers to address an evolving customer marketplace and retain a
competitive advantage.’
Sash
Continues to Raise Industry Standards with Introduction of New Locking
System
Manufacturer
of PVCu doors and windows, Sash UK Ltd,
has introduced a new range of locks as standard on all doors.
The upgrade is part of Sash’s continued commitment to raising industry
standards by using only products of premium quality in the manufacture
of the company’s goods. Part of this initiative has been to introduce
austenitic (stainless steel) components as standard.
The new locking system comprises a stainless steel keep and faceplate
making it longer lasting and less susceptible to corrosion. It has previously
been assumed that only coastal homes have issues with corrosion on their
doors and windows. However reports show that up to 90% of properties in
the U.K. also experience similar problems. Rigorous tests have proven
that austenitic components have a higher resistance to corrosion and therefore
last considerably longer than more commonly used ferretic products.
'For 40 years Sash UK has consistently set higher industry standards.
Through extensive research and testing, we work with our suppliers to
constantly improve our product. Unlike most other manufacturers we introduced
austenitic screws and hinges as standard, so customers know they are guaranteed
the best quality available,’ said Stephen Morrell, Joint Managing
Director at Sash. ‘Sash is currently the only company to be using
this particular new locking system on our doors, reinforcing our position
as industry leaders in terms of quality,’ he added.
Web: http://www.sashuk.com
Just
the Italian job for Edgetech
Glasstec
2004 was the venue for the successful launch of the
For.El fully automated Super Spacer® applicator. Promac
Group and Italian company For.El began development of the new machinery
having realised the growing trend in the industry towards Edgetech’s
Super Spacer. They wanted to open up the market for flexible spacer bar
machinery. The new machine was unveiled to a hugely enthusiastic audience
at Glasstec.
So what’s so special about the new equipment? According to Joe Hague,
Sales Manager for Promac’s glass division: ‘Several machines
already use flexible spacer bars in sealed unit manufacture. But we believe
the Super Spacer applicator takes things a stage further because of two
key reasons. Thanks to its modular design, window manufacturers can buy
as much or as little of the production line as they need. It’s also
compatible with any existing make of machinery or plant configuration
that a company may have.
‘There’s much less waste on change over, or at the start of
production. The new design also features a loading platform or lifting
bed for the Jumbo reels of flexible spacer bar. This reduces manual heavy
lifting and contributes to operator health and safety. There are also
several different height options (2, 2.5, 3 and 3.5 metres). A sensor
to detect the end of a roll ensures that all the glazing units are complete
and eliminates the possibility of a unit being half-sealed at the end
of a roll. It all means more money in the fabricator’s pocket.
‘Other aluminium spacer bar machines typically need a minimum of
six manufacturing operatives, including those involved in bar bending,
dessicant filling and PIB application. With For.El’s Super Spacer
Applicator you only need one at each end of the line. The machine also
comes with full diagnostic software and a modem link to the manufacturer
for remote software upgrades. Everyone’s worked hard to create a
product that delivers high-tech performance at old-tech prices. It can
be done with the latest Super Spacer product but using machinery like
this maximises the opportunity.’
Tel: 02476 705570
GBW
Doors Launches Stable Door
GBW
Doors,
specialist in composite doors, has announced the company’s new addition
to the Discovery door range.
The Fleming, which maintains the Discovery Door feature of double rebates
and twin gaskets combined with four adjustable dog bolt hinges and the
Winkhaus STV-FG1 locks has been made with high regard to security and
performance and is designed to meet PAS23/24
It is available in wood grain finishes, three whites, blue, green, and
red.
There are glazed and solid variations with the use of textured Premium
Plus and high performance textured thermoplastic skins when appropriate.
Benefits include keeping animals and children in while offering ventilation,
suitable for country locations or rear doors to gardens.
Tel: 08705 388377