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Vandex waterproofing products, including BBA certified Vandex BB75 and BBA certified Vandex Super, are now available from Triton Systems.  The introduction of these two ‘Type A’ cementitious waterproofing systems to Triton’s range will enable specifiers to source, from a single point of supply, all the waterproofing materials they need for projects where a BBA certified, combined waterproofing system is required.

Vandex BB75, a ready mixed slurry coating, is designed to waterproof vertical and horizontal concrete and masonry substrates, including awkward areas in vaults and cellars where a cavity drained system would not be appropriate.

Vandex Super is an ‘active’ formulation, designed to waterproof foundations, slabs, lift pits and construction joints by combining with the free lime and moisture present to form insoluble crystalline complexes that block capillaries and minor shrinkage cracks.

Other Vandex products, including elasticized slurries and repair mortars, will also be available through Triton from now on.

Neil Taylor, Sales Director at Triton, said, “The introduction of Vandex products to our range means we’ll be able to supply a much wider choice of Type A waterproofing systems to our customers, in particular for where a BBA certification is required for third party building warranties such as NHBC and Premier. Our Vandex products will of course be backed up by the expert technical support architects and contractors have come to expect when sourcing waterproofing systems from Triton.”

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The new and improved UNIFILL is the flagship product in this range and is a patented universal WC fitting which was developed for simpler installation.

Viva Sanitary, a leading manufacturer and supplier of sanitary fittings, has recently launched its new range of Skylo toilet cistern fittings in the UK. The new and improved Skylo Dual Entry 4 in 1 Fill Valve is the flagship product in this range, and we are proud to introduce it to you here.

The Dual Entry, a patented universal WC fitting, was developed to allow for quicker and simpler installation. The product was an instant success with stockists and installers alike. It meant stockists could reduce the range of fittings they stocked, which saved vital space and reduced the amount of cash tied up in product. It also gave installers peace of mind knowing that one valve could cover a wide variety of applications.

Even with the success of the first version, Viva didn’t rest on their laurels. Instead they looked for ways in which the valve could be improved, and worked with important feedback from customers to help design and implement the changes, creating the new and improved version that we offer to you today.

The new Skylo Dual Entry 4 in 1 Fill Valve which launched in September 2013 is even easier to install and has greater functionality. As with the previous version, it caters for both bottom and side entry applications and again it comes with 1/2″ and 3/8″ adaptors, incorporating four valves in one. One of the biggest improvements to the valve is the way it is adaptable for both bottom and side entry; the installer selects the application and screws the thread into the sprung loaded opening.  There is no requirement to close off the unused opening, which makes installation DIY friendly.

This image shows the valve open when thread is connected.

The float size has also been reduced and also comes with a Delayed Fill. It is able to rotate 180° so the valve can fit into the tightest of spaces and can perform even more jobs. In the event that maintenance is required, the easy-access mechanism allows for speedy and hassle-free diaphragm replacement.

If you have been won over by the benefits of using our new and improved Skylo Dual Entry 4 in 1 Fill Valve then check out our installation video:

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our customer service team who will be happy to assist you and if you like this article don’t forget to share.

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The UK’s leading designer and manufacturer of pumps, macerators and shower cubicles, Saniflo UK, now has a stylish, easy to follow leaflet and poster spelling out all the Saniflo shower pump and shower tray possibilities.

The two-page leaflet highlights in detail the features of the Sanifloor 1 and 2, Sanifloor 3, Traymatic, Sanishower Flat and the Sanishower +, with important information about the low level and traditional height options displayed for each product, whilst the eye-catching poster provides an at-a-glance overview of the Saniflo shower pump range.

The Saniflo range of shower pumps and trays offers a solution for every type of bathroom, from uber contemporary bathrooms that require sleek, low level shower trays, which is a growing trend; to the more traditional bathrooms with step-up higher shower trays; and, there’s also a solution for wetroom applications even when floor formers are used. The height of the Saniflo shower trays ranges from 0cm to 12cm.

Ann Boardman, Saniflo UK Head of Marketing and Product Development, comments: “With the Saniflo range of shower pumps and shower trays it really is possible to have the shower you want anywhere a water supply can reach, without the need for mains drainage to be present at the site of the shower. There are subtle yet important differences between the products and this new leaflet clearly and concisely explains the best product for specific scenarios, from contemporary to traditional designs, helping industry professionals make the right choice for their clients.”

The new leaflet is being distributed to merchants and installers nationwide.

Saniflo – Shower Pumps Leaflet

Saniflo – Shower Pumps Poster

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The installation of roof outlets has been made easier and faster thanks to the development of a universal roof clamp from Saint-Gobain PAM.

The new clamp ring has been designed to work with all roof types from liquid membrane installations with a typical thickness of just 2mm up to standard felt or bitumen with a depth of up to 8mm.

Says Mike Rawlings, Marketing Manager for Saint-Gobain PAM UK, “We are constantly developing the Vortx range of outlets.  The development of the Universal roof clamp is in response to customer demand.  It will help make both specification and installation simpler for the roofing contractor.”

For further information about the Vortx range of outlets contact:  Saint-Gobain PAM UK, Lows Lane, Stanton by Dale, Ilkeston, Derbyshire. DE7 4QU.  Tel:  0115 930 5000. Sales.uk.pam@saint-gobain.com.  www.saint-gobain-pam.co.uk.

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More than 500 apartments in the £9 billion revamp of London’s iconic Battersea Power Station have utility cupboards pre-fabricated with a cable management solution from leading British manufacturer Marshall-Tufflex.

The cupboards were assembled off-site and delivered complete with Marshall-Tufflex Sterling Profile 3 white trunking to supply power for apartment ventilation and heat interface units, cupboard lighting, hot water, the fire alarm and security system, satellite television, BT networks, a leak detection panel and washing machine. A ‘non-power’ section carries EMS wiring and outgoing data, telephone and TV cables together with a link to energy metering/billing services. Electrical wholesaler was Edmundson Electrical, Twickenham.

“This has been a really interesting project to work on for two reasons,” said Marshall-Tufflex Project & Specification Manager, Barry Roberts. “We are best known for working in the commercial cable management sector, so to supply a large and prestigious domestic project was an interesting request. It is also somewhat unusual for trunking to be pre-fabricated in this manner but for this project it made total sense and allowed for an integral element of each apartment to be prepared in a controlled environment and simply slotted into place and connected up at exactly the right time in the build schedule.

“Marshall-Tufflex’s Sterling Profile 3 has delivered an incredibly neat finish that keeps all cabling hidden and inaccessible while delivering a large amount of power and data cabling to the required services. Its square edges fit cleanly together and multi-compartments allow for versatility and full segregation of services,” added Mr Roberts.

Sterling Profile 3 is 167 x 50mm and available in a variety of colours and finishes, with a range of corners, flat angles, bends and tees available. Dividing fillets allow further segregation of services within each compartment and aluminium screening inserts or conductive spray coatings are available to assist with both electromagnetic immunity and emissions.

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Decorative specialist Armourcoat exhibited at the Decorex International Exhibition in September. Taking place at the start of the London Design Festival in the grounds of historic Syon House, Decorex is synonymous with luxury design offering a collection of over 400 hand-selected exhibitors.

Armourcoat presented a stunning range of hand-applied polished plaster wall finishes and the latest additions to the Signature Collection. The company also launched their new Armourcoat Acoustic Plaster System designed to optimise the acoustics of interior spaces.

From large theatre halls, offices, classrooms, hotel receptions and private residences the use of hard sound reflective surfaces such as glass, wood and stone can cause excessive sound reverberation which leads to unpleasant noise levels. The Armourcoat Acoustic Plaster System offers a clean and smooth mineral surface that can be applied seamlessly over large expanses to both flat and curved surfaces. The correct control of sound can create a calmer and more pleasant environment.

Comprising of a special mineral wool composite panel that is bonded onto the substrate and finished with a seamless layer, the Armourcoat Acoustic Plaster System offers an elegant marble based plaster finish while allowing sound energy to pass through the surface. The zero VOC system, which consists of 80% recycled material, achieves class ‘0’ fire rating and a class ‘A’ Noise Reduction Coefficient rating.

An array of global projects for an impressive list of international blue chip clients in the residential, hospitality and boutique retail sectors have established Armourcoat as a leading supplier of high quality surface finishes. Armourcoat products are made from natural minerals including recycled Italian marble, contain low or zero VOCs, and have the added confidence of a full 10 year guarantee.
 
 

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Watertight Homes Ltd specialises in the planning, design and installation of all types of structural waterproofing projects. The company holds Triton Approved Contractor status and has a long track record of providing a high quality service to commercial and domestic customers. The company was recently appointed to install primary and secondary waterproofing systems to a new extension built into the hill from an existing school building in Cheshire.

Primary waterproofing protection to all the retaining wall block work was achieved by the installation of Triton’s TWS EX-100 self-adhesive membrane and this was protected by Platon Double Drain and a French drain to the kicker floor. TWS EX-100 is constructed from cross-laminated HDPE sheeting and a bitumen-polymer adhesive compound. The tough, durable membrane is water and vapour resistant and its primary use is for internal and external tanking to prevent the ingress of water and waterborne aggressive salts such as chlorides and sulphates penetrating concrete structures. A unique feature is its selvedge that enables a fast and secure seal on all side edge laps. Before installation of the membrane, TWS-EX Primer was brush applied to the surface to consolidate the substrate and to ensure complete bond development.

Platon Double Drain is a cavity drain membrane designed for external use. It is designed to improve drainage and to protect the underlying waterproofing from backfill damage as its filter fabric layer ensures soil cannot enter the membrane cavities.

A secondary waterproofing layer was achieved by lining the inside face of the retaining wall with Platon P8 – a BBA certified cavity drain membrane manufactured from HDPE. Because of the suspended concrete block and beam floor construction, the P8 was taken down to the foundation without the need for any additional drainage channels. The internal application of Platon P8 membrane enabled a Grade 3 dryness level to be achieved.

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Lead flashing work normally requires a specialist roofer and can be hazardous to the installer if strict health and safety procedures aren’t adhered to.The price of lead can also be prohibitive for basic upstand work.

This has prompted introduction of a large number of lead-free flashings, though Klober Wakaflex® stands apart as one of the longest established and highest performing. BBA-certified and with a 20-year guarantee, it is ideal for all roofing types including clay, concrete, slate, metal and polycarbonate. Available in, light grey, anthracite, brown and terracotta (the latter two to special order), it has an aluminium ‘honeycomb‘ mesh embedded into UV-resistant butyl rubber which gives the product similar malleability to lead but with no scrap value. Unlike lead, it can be stretched by up to 50% in length and 15% in width and with no susceptibility to thermal movement it can be laid in long lengths without fixing clips. With no need for forming or other specialist tools Wakaflex provides lasting performance regardless of detailing complexity and can be shaped around deeply profiled tiles or used to seal the top saddle and roof penetrations.

Wakaflex has a high-strength, self-adhesive Butylon® backing which provides immediate weatherproofing and on laps chemically bonds to the facing to provide a virtually unbreakable seal. It is environmentally safe, presents no  contamination problem with water run-off and can therefore  be used with rainwater harvesting systems.No heat, solvents, adhesives or other additional means of fixing are needed and installation can take place in temperatures from minus 40 – 100⁰C, normally without priming.

For details of a local merchant stockist call FREE on 0800 783 3216.

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Architects and consultants can now enjoy a freehand with air curtain design thanks to the Zen from JS Air Curtains. Fascia panels can be custom made in many different materials, screen printed to carry logos or images, and manufactured to incorporate elements such as clocks and LED displays.

Materials designers have specified on custom Zen fascias range from stainless steel, wood, PU leather, high impact polystyrene and PET, each chosen to perfectly match the architecture of the entrance. As the fascias can also be provided with vinyl graphics, fire exit signs and illuminated 3D lettering, the possibilities are limited only by the designer´s imagination.

A “visual installation service”, by JS Air Curtains, allows a designer to preview their creations with a realistic digital mock-up of the air curtain in-situ using an image of the entrance supplied by the client.

The Zen air curtain is supplied as standard with anodized aluminium fascia panels and a galvanised steel central structure finished in black forge; other RAL colours available on request. The unit can be mounted on brackets or drop rods horizontally above doorways up to 4.2m high to seal the entrance with an invisible barrier of air. This helps prevent cold air entering in the winter and cool conditioned air escaping in the summer.

The air curtain is easy to install and available in 0.5m lengths from 1 to 2.5m with the option to join units to cover very wide entrances, making it ideal for use in shops, restaurants, hotels and public buildings.

Heating can be via LPHW, electric or heat pump or alternatively the Zen is available as an air only, non-heated air curtain. Low noise, double-inlet centrifugal fans provide up to 2,700m³/h of airflow per metre of air curtain, with an option for an energy saving EC model. The discharge grille and air intake are in the same plane on the air outlets, so that the air flows through the unit in a straight line, creating a more powerful throw and a tighter seal across an entrance.

The Zen air curtain is supplied, as standard, with a manual controller with five fan speeds with three heater stages on electrically heated models. Seven metres of control cable and an infrared hand-held remote are included. The unit can also be connected to a BMS using protocol Modbus RTU.

A variety of different sensor and switch options can be combined with the Zen’s controllers, including door switches, so the unit only operates when the door is open, time switches, so the units activate during certain hours, and room thermostats, so a constant internal temperature can be maintained.

JS Air Curtains, the UK’s leading air curtain specialist, supply an extensive range of air curtains for all commercial and industrial applications.

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UNMISSABLE !  

This year’s National Painting and Decorating Show is a must-see! The  biggest and best yet,  it is your opportunity to see the latest products, proven best sellers, preparation tips and finishing techniques that will be making the news in 2018 and beyond.

Painting and decorating contractors ,  interiors designers ,merchants , refurbishment specialists and facilities managers are always on the lookout for the latest colours, materials and textures – as well as the best tools to get every job done quickly and profitably.

A great day out

It really is an action-packed two days buzzing with –

• new product launches
• practical demonstrations
• fantastic show-only deals
• free samples
• hands-on trials
• fun competitions, raffles and prize draws
• sporting challenges and celebrity appearances.

Big discounts

The major manufacturers use the show to bring new products to market, while stockists tempt visitors with big discounts, and suppliers pack their stands with extensive selections of tools, ancillaries and workday essentials.

See the masters at work

Brush and roller techniques, abrasives innovations, spray demonstrations, new decorative effects . timber repair are just some of the presentations by experts taking place every 30 minutes in two  ‘open-area’ MasterClass theatres situated right in the centre of the exhibition. Check out the daily programme in your FREE showguide.

PRE-REGISTER NOW – IT’S EASY…..

Pre-register today for FREE tickets at www.paintshow.co.uk

RICOH ARENA,COVENTRY, 28^th and 29^th NOVEMBER

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