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Kallisto, the pre-cast concrete spiral and helical stair division of Milbank Concrete Products, is delighted to announce it will exhibit at the prestigious MATERIALS 2017 exhibition, 25th and 26th April 2017 at the ILEC Centre, Earls Court.

On hand to offer advice on how to achieve stunning, durable pre-cast spiral and helical stair case solutions, visitors to the stand can learn more about how each individual pre-cast staircase by Kallisto is individually designed, manufactured and installed to meet the specific requirements of each unique development.

Crafted utilising world class European technology, experts from the Milbank Head Office will be on hand to talk through the concept of the concrete staircase. Each Kallisto staircase is bespoke, with the rise and going tailored to the client’s specification; from a dramatic sweeping spiral staircase in a luxury development to a tightly curved helical staircase in a town house, where space is of a premium, all at an affordable cost.

What’s more, in addition to finding out how Kallisto stairs can add an element of sophistication and elegance to your project, our dedicated team of specialists will be available to explain the practical reasons behind utilising concrete stairs and how they can prove to be a superior and more versatile alternative to traditional methods.

Kallisto prides itself on working closely with architects, engineers and designers to achieve stunning, durable pre-cast spiral and helical stair case installations and has been previously commissioned for staircase installations in some of the most prestigious building developments in the UK.

Kallisto is a dedicated division of Milbank Concrete Products which offers bespoke spiral and helical stairs, which are an attractive, durable and affordable choice for any residential or commercial property development.

Milbank Concrete Products has a trading history spanning over 70 years and is recognised as a leading manufacturer in the UK of high quality pre-cast concrete products. Based in North Essex, Milbank designs, manufactures and installs a wide range of pre-cast and pre-stressed concrete solutions, including spiral and helical staircases.

For further information on Kallisto, contact Milbank Concrete Products on 01787 220 564 or visit www.milbank.co.uk where you can watch a time-lapse video showing a Kallisto staircase being created.

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Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has enhanced its successful Infilta permeable block paving range by incorporating a new design element.

The new Infilta range now features nibs that end 13mm short of the face of the block. The result is a totally unique block paving solution that does not compromise interlocking performance and offers enhanced aesthetic appeal with the unsightly nibs being hidden from view when laid.

Not only is Infilta more appealing from a design perspective, it is a totally unique permeable paving solution that does not compromise on water drainage performance, enabling water to drain away through the gaps. Incredibly hardwearing, it offers excellent durability and grip which makes it perfectly equipped for all trafficked applications including car parks, retail areas and other heavy-use commercial locations such as HGV loading areas.

This new stylish offering is available in four different variations: Ecopave Textured, Andover Washed, Andover Textured and StoneMaster. Designers can also choose from a range of textures and colour options to complement their project, such as Grey Fleck, Pink Granite, Sandy Buff and Rustic.

Mike Davies, Category Manager for Charcon, comments: “Not only do the new straight edges provide a much cleaner and contemporary finish, they significantly enhance the design options available as architects and specifiers can now opt to have have Infilta laid alongside and in combination with a vast range of standard paving. Not only that, Infilta is part of our Life® range of products which makes it the ideal choice for sustainable specification.”

For further information, visit www.charcon.com or call 01335 372222.

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Following the motto “Hycleen – in four steps to optimal drinking water hygiene” GF Piping Systems presents itself as the solution provider for the building technology industry at its usual place.

Newly, the company is also specifically addressing the air-conditioning industry with “COOL-FIT 2.0 – the revolution for efficient cooling”.

Hycleen – optimal drinking water hygiene

Drinking water hygiene is important and affects both our well-being and our health. Thus drinking water installations in buildings must be carefully planned, built and operated. GF Piping Systems provides systems and products for:

• Prevention
• Monitoring
• Intervention
• Risk assessment

The revolution for efficient cooling

Contributing to the worldwide initiative to reduce CO2 emissions and their environmental impact, GF Piping Systems brings a revolution to efficient cooling. The unique and comprehensive COOL-FIT range suits all kinds of cooling requirements. Benefit from the advantages of the new, pre-insulated COOL-FIT 2.0:

• 100% corrosion free
• 50% faster in installation
• 30% better energy efficiency

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Setting the new standard:

A complete redesign has seen the launch of the impressive ‘Next Generation’ battery crimping and cutting tools from Klauke. Ergonomics have been further enhanced including soft grips and better balance. There are more powerful batteries up to 5.0Ah for longer working between recharge, and the construction has been made more robust and weather resistant for reliable, trouble free operation – ready for hard use in tough environments. An innovative LED display allows pressures, battery life and user profiles to be directly read from the tool. Data transfer for QA certification is now more easily achieved via the new Klauke App, linking any Smartphone or tablet using Bluetooth, meaning this data can be recorded in the field easily and conveniently.

Networked Tools:

No matter where you are in the world, you are able to stay in contact with your tool fleet via GPS tool tracking and remote interrogation. The on-line Klauke connectivity applications give you information about the physical location, condition of the tools, how much work they have completed as well as when the next service is due. Combined with an inventory management system which can alert you when service intervals are expected, the powerful software will become the choice for larger customers. Remote interrogation allows for theft protection as tools can be disabled if stolen. These tools are now future proof thanks to smart modules which means standard tools can be upgraded to the ‘Connect’ variants at any time. Providing you with complete control it’s a world’s first for crimping and cutting tools.

The range:

There are Next Generation solutions from the compact basket tray cutter (6mm steel rod), to cutting steel armoured power cables in Cu and Al up to 105mm

diameter. Crimping tools range from 6mm2 up to 630mm2 which are the most powerful and compact solutions on the market today. Used with the complementing Klauke cable lugs, these new solutions give you piece of mind and secure certified electrical connections.

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If you are responsible for specifying which make of wiring accessories is used on your commercial building projects you ought to visit your local INSTINCT road show and take this opportunity to see the products that are setting new standards in the wiring accessories market.
The range is packed with innovations such as full contact cable clamp terminals, in line & upward facing terminals integrated LED indicators & multi-pin safety shuttered sockets, etc.
At each event there’s also a free CPD course that looks at some of the recent regulation changes that affect the selection & specification of wiring accessories. To register simply contact the event organiser shown alongside your local event on the map We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Cable management market-leader Marshall-Tufflex has introduced a new range of power and data Desk Modules that perfectly complement its existing Underfloor to Desk range.

The new high strength, fire retardant polycarbonate moulded modules are ideal for under desk mounting and, importantly, incorporate twin 5Amp USB points that charge up to five times faster than standard PC ports, with far less power wastage through heat generation.
The pre-wired, pre-tested power modules can be used individually or linked to serve multiple workstations using the latest Wieland GST18/3 connectors. With additional circuit protection via a selection of aluminium RCBO units there is the ability to connect direct from powertrack up to single or multiple configurations, delivering a complete system from underfloor to desk.
The new Desk Modules offer maximum installation speed and flexibility:

• Feed directly from an underfloor busbar through a floor grommet to an RCBO unit to then feed single or multiple modules as required
• Feed from wall trunking, floor boxes, grommets or PowerPoles
• RJ45 data sockets in Cat 5e, Cat 6 or blank configuration options

The unswitched individually fused 3.15Amp or 5Amp units have been specifically designed to withstand the rigours of the commercial environment. They are available in 2 and 4 gang options and comply with BS 6396 for Electrical Systems in Office Furniture when powered from a plug socket outlet and with BS 7671 when powered from a power distribution network.

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The new Condair DL in-duct adiabatic humidifier offers the accurate humidity control normally only available from steam humidifiers, but with the low energy performance and evaporative cooling benefit of a cold water system. It also incorporates many anti-microbial features that make it one of the most hygienic humidifiers available.

The Condair DL is a hybrid humidifier that combines spray and evaporative technologies to maximise moisture absorption and provide humidity control at ±2%RH. A water treatment system provides pure water to a grid of nozzles located inside the duct. The nozzles spray towards a ceramic droplet separator, which has the dual action of preventing aerosols from travelling down the duct and offering secondary evaporation through its porous surface. This increases efficiency of the system with 95% of the spray water evaporating during both processes.

The spray nozzles initially operate in stages to meet a required output and humidity demand. Following the initial stage control, fully modulating control is then achieved by increasing the water pressure to the nozzles. By responding to humidity demand and output control in this way, the humidifier can deliver the type of humidity accuracy typically only available from a steam humidifier.

The humidifier incorporates an RO water treatment system that ensures only pure water is introduced to the AHU. It then treats the pure water with a patented silver ionisation process that actively inhibits microbial growth and has a residual effect throughout the humidifier. Flush and drain cycles prevent water from remaining in the system to stagnate and optional compressed air drying guarantees moisture cannot remain in the humidifier’s water lines. In addition to these features, optional H2O2 disinfection can be incorporated into the system and initiated via the control panel.

All these features make it one of the most hygienic humidifiers in the world and have earned the unit accreditation by the SGS Institut Frensenius in Germany for hygienic operation. The system was independently tested under real-life operating conditions for a six-month period. Part of the investigation included purposeful microbial contamination to assess the effect. Throughout the test the Condair DL fulfilled all requirements and outperformed the VDI 6022 industry standard for microbial growth, achieving a maximum CFU/ml microbial count 85% less than the recommended limit.

The Condair DL offers both the control accuracy of electric steam humidifiers and extremely hygienic operation but without the high electrical energy costs. By pre-heating the airstream prior to the Condair DL with gas-fired heating, the same volume of moisture can be absorbed by the air as steam humidification provides, but at one third the energy cost due to the economy of gas. If a building’s waste heat can be used for the pre-heating process, the humidification energy savings are even greater.

As with all adiabatic humidifiers, the Condair DL also offers the additional benefit of evaporative cooling during the warmer months. As 1kg of absorbed moisture provides 0.68kW of evaporative cooling to the air, the Condair DL can provide over 680kW of cooling per hour from as little as 1kW of consumed electrical energy.

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This year, Saniflo, the UK’s leading designer and manufacturer of macerators and pumps is taking two stands at ISH, in Frankfurt, Germany from 14-18 March allowing the team to welcome more visitors than ever to get a first look at the company’s range of new products for the domestic and commercial sectors. ISH attendees can find Kinedo shower cubicles, including the bath replacement Kinemagic product plus the latest Kineduo bath, in Hall 3 Stand C93; and the full range of all Saniflo pumps, macerators and lifting stations in Hall 9 Stand G29.

The experts at Saniflo – inventors of the macerator with more than 50 years’ experience and the number one in the UK macerator market – have been hard at work behind the scenes revamping and upgrading the company’s portfolio of domestic and commercial products to deliver the most innovative and comprehensive range of macerators and pumps to date. The new domestic ‘Up’ range of macerators is designed for easier access and maintenance, whilst also giving great performance with even quieter operation.

“As market leaders, we continually innovate,” says Saniflo UK Customer Services and Marketing Manager, Ann Boardman. “We have invested very heavily in improving our product range because the industry changes and evolves, and one solution does not fit all as no two jobs are ever the same, which is why we offer a simple solution for every situation, whilst keeping it really easy to replace an old Saniflo product for a new Saniflo design when the time comes. We’re very excited about showcasing our new products at ISH and this is our biggest presence there to date.”

The Saniflo range of new products includes eight improved designs for the domestic market; available from April 2017 and seven for the commercial market, available later in 2017.

“Industry professionals will notice many improvements but as pipe centers are identical to the existing ranges, making upgrades and replacements will be swift and simple. It’s a hassle-free, plug and play range designed to be the best on the market featuring ease of installation and maintenance with new and improved styling and vibration reduction.”

To order your copy of the new Saniflo domestic and commercial product catalogue visit www.saniflo.co.uk

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Aluminium systems specialist, Sapa Building System, has launched a new commercial door which offers improved product performance.
The Stormframe ST II Commercial Door has been designed to complement the existing Stormframe thermally broken framing system and can also be used with Sapa’s Dualframe Si windows and Elegance curtain walling systems. Using advanced polyamide thermal break technology, the ST II can achieve U values as low as 1.9W/m²k, with double glazing. It has also been successfully tested to the PAS024 security standard which is widely specified across a number of sectors.
“We have designed the ST II to use our standard hardware and door closer options to guarantee a consistent look and feel, across our product range,” said Mark Robinson, Technical Director at Sapa Building System.
“STII can accommodate glazing up to 46mm, and with its 65mm profile depth provides stronger overall construction making the door very robust and suitable for high traffic areas,” concludes Mark.
Recognising the demands of the Equality Act 2010, the ST II incorporates features such as adjustable power door closers and colour contrasting hardware for ease of access. With simplified manufacture, no additional tooling or training is required beyond that for the ST system, avoiding extra costs for the fabricator. The ST II is available in single and double door configurations; open-in and open-out, rebated and pivot options including anti finger traps and low thresholds.

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