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Addagrip has just launched DECO, a high quality resin-based surface to complement its existing range of decorative interior floor finishes.

Addagrip DECO is the result of continued development and research with Norwegian manufacturers to produce a 2-3mm coloured quartz surface which provides an attractive, seamless and hardwearing finish.

Already used extensively in Scandinavia, DECO provides an ideal floor finish for a variety of applications including shops, supermarkets, offices and schools, with recent projects including a supermarket chain in Iceland. DECO uses a mix of coloured quartz so offers much scope in terms of design and colour.

Addagrip DECO is quick to install, and because it produces a smooth, seamless finish, it is easy to clean and maintain. Its robust, hardwearing finish requires little maintenance and so is a cost effective flooring solution.

DECO joins Addagrip’s existing range of interior flooring which includes resin flooring and Addatex Stone carpet, a mix of aggregates bound in epoxy resin to give attractive and versatile flooring with the comfort and warmth of traditional carpet.

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Specially developed to offer contemporary style with exceptional temperature stability and ease of installation, leading shower manufacturer, Triton Showers, is launching a stunning collection of mixer showers, showerheads and shower arms that provide safety led, flexible bathroom solutions for both domestic and commercial applications.

Featuring the eye-catching looks and performance for which the UK’s best known shower brand is renowned, this latest Elina collection of mixer showers is ideal for domestic settings where extra control is needed through to the hotel, health care, leisure and the private sectors where it is essential.

Incorporating contemporary concentric, bar, dual control and single lever mixer shower controls the Elina collection ensures temperature fluctuations are kept to a minimum, varying only +/- 1°C and +/- 2°C from that selected. The robust, easy to use levers and high specification features fit a broad spectrum of commercial applications as well as being particularly beneficial for busy families with young children and the elderly where temperature surges can be a concern.

Available as ‘separates’, the Elina controls can be used in combination with wide range of showerheads and shower arms to produce striking, tailored package to suit the individual project in hand.

These latest additions sit neatly with existing products in Triton’s portfolio to offer complete bathroom solutions. Products such as the Unichrome Thames taps and accessories ensure that the cylindrical and lever design can be coordinated right across the bathroom from towel holders to mirrors. The addition of its Trimix valve gives additional peace of mind by restricting hot taps going over a set temperature and further reducing scalding incidents to provide a one-stop solution.

Lorna Fellowes, managing director of Triton Showers comments:

“This is an exciting move for Triton. The need for quality, style and performance is key across the showering market as a whole but this latest collection brings additional safety into the mix. With the range of Elina products available, customers do not have to compromise on style to get that extra peace of mind that is so important particularly where children, the less able and the elderly are concerned.”

As you’d expect the Elina mixer showers come with the backing of the Triton’s reputation for reliability and quality, extensive technical advice available and customer service, so that installers can simply ‘fit and forget’. The complete range has a 3 year guarantee and if ordered before 5pm form part of the rapid replenishment service for delivery the following day.

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-the easy way to add cleaner and system treatment to domestic heating systems-

Leading European water treatment specialist Sentinel has launched Sentinel Rapid-Dose. This revolutionary approach to domestic water treatment utilising a new dosing system to make water treatment easier and less expensive, comes in a recyclable, pressurised canister pre-filled with Sentinel chemical water treatment product – initially the familiar X100 central heating inhibitor and protector, X200 noise reducer, X400 system sludge remover and cleaner and the popular and highly effective Leak Sealer – that can be used to dose any indirect central heating system in seconds.

Rapid-Dose’s novel system is designed to make the addition of water treatment chemicals quick and easy, soon restoring system efficiency to older systems and maintaining the efficiency of new ones, minimising CO2 emissions in the process.

The contents of a Sentinel Rapid-Dose canister are under pressure – the propellant is simply compressed air, so no ‘nasties’ are emitted when the canister is activated – the contents are discharged in, on average around thirty seconds and one 400ml can is sufficient to dose a normal domestic heating system.

It’s quick, mess-free, simple to use and the can is recyclable. A compelling set of reasons to try Sentinel Rapid-Dose!

In addition, there’s no need to draw off water, release system pressure – unless the system is at above 2.3 bar – or wait for the system to cool – and the contents are the same fully proven Sentinel formulations you’ve been working with previously in the liquid or concentrate form of the product, so you can be confident that Sentinel Rapid-Dose will do the job effectively.

To apply Sentinel Rapid-Dose into a heating system, you simply need one of the easy-to-use re-usable connector kits available from your merchant – either a Filling Loop Adaptor, a Radiator Dosing Point kit or a Vent Pin Adaptor Set. You can also purchase a Universal Dosing Tool Kit which includes all these individual options if you prefer and in pre-launch installer research, nearly every installer who saw the ‘kit’ wanted one to add to his toolbox!

Sentinel’s John Lynch says this is ‘the’ answer for installers looking for a quick and simple answer to chemical water treatment in domestic heating systems: “Sentinel Rapid-Dose offers all the benefits that installers have been asking us for and it provides them with a simple, clean and very quick solution. In pre-launch tests it’s ticked all the boxes.”

Sentinel Rapid-Dose is available from your local merchant from 1st June 2008.

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Luckins will be exhibiting their full range of Software and Database Services for HVAC and Electrical contractors and distributors on Stand HB02 at H&V07.

Software Toolcase is a powerful suite of estimating and project management tools from Luckins. The system is designed for contractors undertaking commercial and industrial installation projects and comprises a core Estimating module with optional additional modules for Project Management (valuations and variations) and Enquiry Management.

Visitors to the stand will be able to see a demonstration of the new Purchase Order module. The new module, which is fully compatible with Software Toolcase Estimating and the Luckins product and price databases, will not only help contractors reduce the administrative cost of materials procurement but will also provide valuable information to help maximise buying power and ultimately improve profit margins.

Using a buying list created from an estimate or data taken directly from the Luckins database, users can create purchase orders priced using the most up-to-date price and discount data. Orders may be linked to a project enabling the contractor to see a constantly updated snapshot of his committed costs.

Smaller contractors and those specialising in maintenance and repair work will benefit from Luckins Small Works software. This system is designed so that smaller contractors can create quick accurate estimates and invoices based on accurate material and labour costs. Users will find the system helps them not only to win more work but also improve their profitability and cash flow.

All Luckins software is designed to be easy to learn and use. Great emphasis is placed on support and training to ensure users achieve a quick return on their investment.

All the systems are compatible with the industry-standard Luckins database which is now available in both standard and bespoke versions so that every business will be able to find a version which meets their needs. All versions of the database include trade prices of each product which are kept constantly up to date.

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A limited period zero per cent finance offer* on two of Kubota's most popular, class-leading, ultra compact mini excavators, from the world’s best selling range, is currently available through their official authorised dealers until the end of June 2008.

The K008-3 and U10-3 are super compact, sub 1 tonne, go anywhere models, with an unrivalled reputation for quality, performance, reliability, versatility and excellent residual values.

With their compact size both models can pass through a standard doorway and the U10-3 also provides full zero tail swing capability.

Kubota Sales & Marketing Manager, Richard Harrison, said: “This special deal provides a limited period opportunity for customers to obtain two of our most popular world leading machines at a highly preferential rate. So I would urge them to contact their local Kubota dealer now to avoid missing out on this great offer.”

Kubota is the European and world leader in mini excavators and offers the widest range of machines available from a single manufacturer. Customers can select from 18 base models spanning the weight range from 850 kg to 8 tonnes and including the largest selection of increasingly popular zero tail swing machines.

All Kubota minis, from 1.5 tonne upwards, feature their unique 'ANTI-THEFT' system. This complete, easy-to-use security device was the first and is still the only one of its kind fitted as standard equipment by a mini excavator manufacturer.

Their outstanding productivity and durability make them the ideal tool for many different applications and end-users, from civil engineering to landscaping and plant hire companies to owner operators.

(* Based on 0% finance over 24 months, with 20% deposit. Offer valid from 1st April to 30th June 2008, excluding Republic of Ireland, subject to availability. Alternative financial profiles available on request. Terms & Conditions apply.)

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In what is claimed to be the country's largest ever underfloor heating installation, Warmafloor (GB) has completed a project calling for some 60 kilometres of pipe for the Airbus, in its new Aerostructures Assembly and Manufacturing Centre known as the “West Factory”, in Broughton, North Wales. The West Factory is being used to assemble the wings of the new Airbus A380 555 seater double-decker aircraft as well as other manufacturing activities.

Underfloor heating was considered to be the natural choice for this part of the assembly area, providing a significantly more cost effective solution than the more traditional heating systems.

The installation was designed supplied and installed by Warmafloor using all their in house expertise to provide the complete package. The system uses 20 mm polybutylene pipe manufactured in the UK especially for Warmafloor. The pipes are laid in each of the six equipping bays with each bay having 10 heating zones.

The underfloor heating manifolds were specifically manufactured for this project. Unlike the traditional system of a flow and return manifold, located vertically above each other, Warmafloor had to construct a system were the manifolds were fixed side by side. This was designed to achieve the most effective layout for the underfloor heating pipework.

Due to the location of the manifolds and the underfloor heating pipe connections, the pipework had to be fed through pre cast holes within the trench, then into the desired bays. Each hole and manifold location had to be coordinated precisely, using our design team we produced the exact detailed drawings required.

The zonal design enables heat to be concentrated in those parts of the building being used for production at any one time. Despite the massive scale of the building, ambient temperatures of 18 degrees C in the depths of winter by inputting water into the heating grid at 50 degrees C, providing an energy saving over alternative heating methods of some 50%.

“The sheer size of the development represented a significant challenge”. Says Mike Cooke of Mechanical & Electrical services contractors Haden Young. “However, the design and installation skills of Warmafloor, combined with the benefits of under floor heating to enabled the fast track programme to be completed ready on time.”

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Witham ? December 7, 2006 ? New elapsed time meters (ETM) or hours-run meters from Crompton Instruments Business Unit, part of Tyco Electronics – Energy Products division, monitor “ON/RUN” time of machines in production plants as well as equipment power supplies, allowing the user to effectively control production efficiency, cost estimation and service period monitoring for preventative maintenance.

M Series elapsed time or hours-run meters are available for AC and DC power applications and measure time in increments of 0.01h up to 99999.99 hours, after which the meter automatically resets to zero. To prevent accidental resetting, meters cannot be reset manually before reaching 99999.99 hours.

AC power models within the M Series range of meters are available in three different versions for applications featuring 100V up to 125V AC, 200 up to 250V AC and 380V up to 440V AC and are designed for an operating temperature range from -25degC up to 80degC. Three different DC power variants cover power ranges of 0.5VA (6 up to 30V DC), 1VA (10 up to 80V DC) and 1.5VA (110V DC) and feature an operating temperature range from -20degC up to 70degC. All devices benefit from IP40 protection.

Tyco and Crompton Instruments are trademarks.

About Tyco Electronics ? Energy Division

The Energy Division of Tyco Electronics is a global manufacturer of products and systems for the electrical power industry. Its products are extensively employed by power utilities and equipment manufacturers, in rail transport systems and in industry around the world.

The Energy Division of Tyco Electronics offers a wide product range from brands such as AMP, Axicom, Dulmison, Raychem, SIMEL, Bowthorpe EMP, Crompton Instruments, Dorman Smith and Guro, including cable accessories, connectors and fittings, switching and power management devices, lighting protectors, surge arrestors and insulators.

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Tyco Electronics, a business segment of Tyco International Ltd., is the world’s largest passive electronic components manufacturer; a leader in cutting-edge wireless components, complete power systems, and premise wiring components and systems; and a provider of critical communications systems to the Land Mobile Radio industry. Tyco Electronics provides advanced technology products from over forty well-known and respected brands, including Agastat, Alcoswitch, AMP, AMP NETCONNECT, Buchanan, CII, CoEv, Critchley, Elcon, Elo TouchSystems, M/A-COM, Madison Cable, OEG, Potter & Brumfield, Raychem, Schrack and Simel. For more information, visit www.tycoelectronics.com

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People and businesses are becoming increasingly concerned about climate change and the need to actively reduce our impact on the environment by acting in a more sustainable way. Against this background Dulux Trade is meeting the sustainability challenge head-on with the forthcoming launch of Ecosure, the first step towards environmentally sustainable paint. Ecosure represents an approach to sustainability that is based on scientific rigour and was developed in conjunction with Forum for the Future – leading independent sustainability experts.

Commenting on the new range, David Shepherd, Brand Manager for Dulux Trade said: “Until now, specifying products that deliver on sustainability and performance has been challenging due to the complex nature of the issue and the proliferation of claims. Ecosure will change that.

Ecosure is a really exciting proposition that will enable specifiers to choose products that are proven to have a lower environmental impact, thereby helping them meet their sustainability objectives without compromising on performance.”

The range comprises Matt, Gloss and Undercoat formulations, each water-based and offering ‘best-in-class’ performance. Using the ‘Environmental Impact Analyser’, an analytical tool developed with Forum for the Future, we have been able to measure the reduction against two key sustainability criteria, namely carbon and VOC. The ‘Environmental Impact Analyser’ has enabled us to scrutinise the product from extraction to the point in the supply chain where the product is packaged and ready for distribution at the ICI Slough facility.

Environment & Sustainability
Whilst the Ecosure product range is our most visible environmental sustainability initiative, Dulux Trade is also looking to reduce environmental impact throughout the product life cycle.

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New features and enhancements in the latest desktop and mobile versions of Estimation’s Service Manager Plus offer significant benefits to building services contractors and other construction disciplines involved in service and maintenance work.

Already widely used by contractors servicing extensive property portfolios, Service Manager Plus now offers improved reporting and management functionality, as well as key productivity features.

For example, KPI (Key Performance Indicator) functionality has been significantly enhanced and extended to clearly show whether SLA (Service Level Agreement) targets are being met for each customer. This includes the ability to suspend SLA timings during 'business closed' hours in order to reflect a true and accurate picture of actual performance.

Time saving features include faster and easier synchronisation with mobile devices, a new ‘site copy’ facility and the ability to import user details from Estimation’s central ContractMaster Plus core module. All of which makes system set-up and administration quick and easy.

Many more new features are included in the latest version, which retains all of its popular features – such as the Defects Liability tool introduced in the last version. This allows users to manage both warranty work and extended maintenance contracts, highlighting when a particular item or site has gone beyond the defects liability period – so that chargeable work is not missed.

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Service Manager Plus is fully integrated with Estimation’s exclusive mobile technologies that enable mobile versions of the software to be used on any network and just about any mobile device. These include mobile ‘phones, PDAs and XDAs, pocket and tablet PCs and specialist devices such as Blackberry.

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