AIM’S IMPROVED OSCB AND WCB RANGES MEET RAINSCREEN FIRE PROTECTION CHALLENGES

 

Significant investment in product development and testing for its Open State Cavity Barrier (OSCB) and new Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) ranges has enhanced their suitability for rainscreen cladding systems, says AIM – Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing.

 

Open state cavity barriers and full fill cavity barriers are crucial to fire safety within rainscreen cladding on medium and high-rise buildings.   Together they can achieve compartmentation within the void created by the rainscreen cladding. This then provides an effective barrier to the passage of hot smoke and fire behind the cladding system.   The OSCB is installed horizontally to permit free flowing ventilation through the cavity in a vertical plane and the wall cavity barrier is fitted vertically to complete compartment lines.

 

AIM’s six OSCBs allow the ventilation necessary within the wall construction to prevent problems of condensation allowing free airflow and drainage with either a 25mm or 44mm air gap.  They can fill voids up to 425mm (or greater in particular circumstances).  In the event of a fire, heat activates the OSCBs intumescent strip which expands quickly to close the cavity fully.  They offer either a 60, 90 or 120-minute performance for both integrity and insulation confirmed by testing in accordance with ASFP Technical Guidance Document 19 and to the general principles of BS EN 1363-1:2020.

 

For use in cavity voids up to 600mm AIM’s new Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) range is available cut to size or in slab form.  Available in three thicknesses, 75mm, 100mm and 125mm, they prevent the passage of heat, flame and smoke within the cavity for 30, 60 or 120-minute fire rating periods tested to BS EN 1366-4:2021.  This rating makes these wall cavity barriers suitable for medium to high rise buildings.

 

Both the AIM OSCB and Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) products have third party certification issued by IFC Certification Ltd.

 

“The wide scope of test evidence we now have for the use of our OSCB and Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) ranges gives us a compelling fire barrier package for rainscreen cladding,” explains Ian Exall, AIM’s commercial director.

“With new technical literature covering the use of these two products together to achieve compartmentation in external cladding, we aim to make specification and installation more straightforward for specifiers, system providers and installers.”

“We look forward to making further product development and testing announcements during the next few months.”

 

AIM’s OSCBs and Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) ranges are suitable for both new build rainscreen projects and remediation work.

AIM provides technical, specification, training and on-site support.  New Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) and OSCB technical literature can be downloaded at from this LINK

 

 

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Selkent shines with Diamond certification for exceptional work on national project


Selkent has been awarded the prestigious High-Speed Blue Diamond certification for its exceptional performance on HS2 projects.

 

Selkent, a leading UK supplier of construction fixings and tools, received the quality award from Skanska Costain STRABAG (SCS) Railways, for its consistently high operational performance on the Main Works Lots S1 and S2 project over the last 12 months.

 

Based on scores from quarterly performance reviews, the certification highlights consistent high performance of project suppliers. Selkent has been pivotal in keeping these critical infrastructure projects on track operationally by ensuring a constant supply of fixings, tools, and site consumables across all the HS2 sites. This is significant given the project comprises of the construction of 45 miles of tunnels, 37 miles of viaducts and 343 miles of railway track, with over 30,000 workers on site on the London tunnels section alone.

 

Shaun Bushnell, Managing Director at Selkent, said:

“Ensuring an uninterrupted supply of construction materials and fastenings across a project of this scale is quite a feat. It’s vital that we ensure we keep our customers operational around the clock and eliminate any risk of downtime due to the nature of the construction and the onsite demands.

“We have a strong trading relationship with SCS and are committed to continuing to provide our ultra-responsive service across all of the HS2 projects we’re involved in.”

 

Aimed at providing better journeys for rail users in the West Midlands, London and Southeast, the HS2 railway will provide more services, faster journeys, and fewer delays. Construction is well underway, providing thousands of jobs and bringing together the best of British design and engineering, with over 95% of the companies building the railway based in Britain.

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RINNAI TO INTRODUCE NEW E-SERIES

Rinnai is introducing the updated Rinnai E-Series early in 2025 with the 17CE Condensing External Water Heater. This upgrade ensures UK customers can benefit from the latest advancements in hot water heating technology.

Each unit is designed to reduce customer costs and provide continuous hot and clean water upon demand. The gas-fired water heaters are lightweight so there is no need for heavy lifting gear. The continuous flow water heaters are powerful yet diminutive with a max flowrate of twenty litres per min making them an ideal water heating solution where space is limited.

Inclusion of microprocessors enables the customer to pre-set water temperature delivered accurately to +1 / -1 degree of the set point helping eradicate legionella proliferation and delivery temperature inaccuracies that can create discomfort or scalding.

Rinnai’s continuous flow hot water systems will only use the required amount of energy to increase water temperature whilst supplying multiple litres of clean hot water. Continuous flow systems do not require energy consumption whilst not in use, meaning that the customer does not pay any costs when the system is not operational.

Both models – the 17CE are an ideal solution for glamping sites, leisure facilities, festival ablutions, small commercial outlets and where there is a requirement for cost effective and durable condensing water heaters.

The 17CE model weighs just 18kg and the unit is compact ensuring easy installation that requires far less space than alternative systems. The range of temperature is between 37 and 65 degrees Celsius, whilst hot water delivery capacity is twenty litres per minute. Gross efficiency is measured at 93%. Further additions include direct electronic ignition and frost protection.

The 17CE condensing water heater is a Bio-LPG ready water heater and the Natural gas continuous flow water heater is I2HY20 ready for Hydrogen blends of 20%. The range of temperature is between 37 and 65 degrees Celsius. Hot water delivery capacity is seventeen litres per minute.

Rinnai understands the UK customer requirement for cost effective and robust appliances that consistently deliver clean hot water and heating to domestic and commercial buildings across the UK. Rinnai are committed to offering UK customers low cost and practical solutions that cover all energy options.

 

RINNAI OFFERS CLEAR PATHWAYS TO LOWER CARBON & DECARBONISATION

PLUS CUSTOMER COST REDUCTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL, DOMESTIC &

OFF-GRID HEATING & HOT WATER DELIVERY

 

  • Rinnai’s range of decarbonising products – H1/H2/H3 – consists of hot water heating units in gas/BioLPG/DME, hydrogen ready units, electric instantaneous hot water heaters, electric storage cylinders and buffer vessels, a comprehensive range of heat pumps, solar, hydrogen-ready or natural gas in any configuration of hybrid formats for either residential or commercial applications. Rinnai’s H1/2/3 range of products and systems offer contractors, consultants and end users a range of efficient, robust and affordable low carbon/decarbonising appliances which create practical, economic and technically feasible solutions.
  • Rinnai is a world leading manufacturer of hot water heaters and produces over two million units a year, operating on each of the five continents. The brand has gained an established reputation for producing products that offer high performance, cost efficiency and extended working lives.
  • Rinnai products are UKCA certified, A-rated water efficiency, accessed through multiple fuel options and are available for purchase 24/7, 365 days a year. Any unit can be delivered to any UK site within 24 hours.
  • Rinnai offer carbon and cost comparison services that will calculate financial and carbon savings made when investing in a Rinnai system. Rinnai also provide a system design service that will suggest an appropriate system for the property in question.
  • Rinnai offer comprehensive training courses and technical support in all aspects of the water heating industry including detailed CPD’s.
  • The Rinnai range covers all forms of fuels and appliances currently available – electric, gas, hydrogen, BioLPG, DME solar thermal, low GWP heat pumps and electric water heaters More information can be found on Rinnai’s website and its “Help Me Choose” webpage.

 

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Saniflo’s Saniplus UP facilitates garden retreat by Shack Cabins

  

Thanks to a Saniplus UP from Saniflo, a new garden retreat in the capital has been elevated to a new level of comfort and convenience. The solution, expertly chosen by former DJ and TV presenter Sam Pinkham, owner of Shack Cabins, for one of his customers, facilitated the luxury of a fully functional WC in a stylish garden office and leisure space.

The garden building, which was supplied and built by Shack Cabin, sits slightly below the level of the main house, presenting a unique challenge for traditional waste drainage. The quiet Saniplus UP macerator system provided the ideal solution, efficiently pumping waste to the main soil stack. Installed discreetly behind a demountable panel, the unit is hidden yet accessible for maintenance. This seamless integration means visitors to the space would never know it was there.

The Saniplus UP, part of Saniflo’s renowned macerator range, is designed for use with a full bathroom suite. It features a powerful motor capable of pumping waste up to 5 metres vertically or 100 metres horizontally, making it ideal for projects where gravity drainage isn’t an option. Its compact design and near-silent operation make it a practical and discreet solution for challenging installations.

Sam Pinkham explained why he chose the Saniplus UP:

“The Saniplus UP was the perfect choice for this project. It’s incredibly easy to install and delivers reliable performance. My customer is over the moon with how it’s transformed their garden building into a versatile space with a fully functional bathroom. Without the Saniplus UP, this level of convenience wouldn’t have been possible.”

Sam’s journey to founding Shack Cabins is as unique as the garden buildings he creates. Sam entertained audiences across the UK for years as a radio DJ and home & holiday programme presenter. Inspired by the buildings he had seen whilst working on TV – and seeing how garden buildings could add value to a property as either a work from home or accommodation option – he launched Shack Cabins, where he brings bespoke, high-quality garden spaces to life.

The customer’s newly enhanced garden shack now serves as both an office and a relaxation area, complete with the modern convenience of a private WC thanks to the versatile and practical Saniflo solution.

Saniflo’s innovative range of macerators and pumps is designed to make bathroom and kitchen installations possible anywhere in the home or garden, regardless of the existing plumbing setup. The Saniplus UP, in particular, is renowned for its robust performance and quiet operation, making it a go-to choice for challenging projects like this one.

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RINNAI INTRODUCES NEW INNOVATIONS IN UNVENTED WATER HEATERS & INDIRECT STORAGE SOLUTIONS

 

Rinnai is introducing a wide and comprehensive selection of unvented water heaters to add to and complement the existing range of cylinders solutions.

Key features of the Rinnai unvented water heaters are:

  • Venturi Technology:The units use patented Venturi technology to minimise expansion, ensuring minimal ongoing maintenance and optimal performance.
  • High Efficiency:Engineered to give maximum energy efficiency.
  • Durability:Built with high-quality Duplex stainless steel, the cylinders are designed to last, giving long-term reliability.
  • Ease of Installation:With a user-friendly design, the installation process is straightforward, saving time and effort.
  • Safety First:Equipped with advanced safety features, including a factory-fitted 7bar/90ºC pressure and temperature relief valve.
  • Eco-Friendly:Featuring CFC/HCFC-free thermal insulation, our cylinders are designed with sustainability in mind.

Rinnai continuously expands and updates its entire product offering to include all fuels and appliances for installation as stand-alone units or as part of hybrid systems for larger commercial sites.

The range is available in a wide selection of capacities – from 80 – 500 litres and in the following model types – built in expansion, Solar, Slimline, SuperSlimline, Horizontal, Heat Pump and in Heat Pump 28.

Rinnai’s extensive product range includes a wide selection of electric technologies. Rinnai’s Infinit-E range is an optional three-phase all-electric water storage heater for commercial hot water applications.

All units are fitted with between one and six titanium elements. The KW rating of the Infinit-E range is scalable from 12kw to 72kw ensuring that all units are suitable for a wide variety of applications. All electrical elements can be fitted to a single-phase supply, should site limitations dictate.

Each element within the appliance range has its own controllable thermostat with a temperature range of between 49 and 90 degrees Celsius. All elements are fuse protected and there is no need for expensive sacrificial anodes due to a tough stainless-steel build.

Each cylinder unit in either unvented or indirect version is manufactured with stainless steel adding durability and enabling extensive warranties. The use of stainless steel also makes the Infinit-E range lightweight and easily manoeuvrable and handled when compared to glass-lined variants. The empty weight of the Infinit-E is 54kg maximum.

Rinnai offer sizing and design support for all heating and hot water heat systems – simply contact the design team today for support on your latest project.

UK energy strategists believe that clean and sustainable electrification is presently one of the best modes of reducing carbon emissions, maximise efficiencies and to also lower end-user customer costs.

 

Rinnai is determined to offer UK customers assorted options of carbon reducing technology that ensures an improved healthy lifestyle. Rinnai is also keen on informing all UK customers in major changes and developments concerning the international energy market that may affect purchase or power options in the near and far future.

RINNAI OFFERS CLEAR PATHWAYS TO LOWER CARBON & DECARBONISATION

PLUS CUSTOMER COST REDUCTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL, DOMESTIC &

OFF-GRID HEATING & HOT WATER DELIVERY  

 

  • Rinnai’s range of decarbonising products – H1/H2/H3 – consists of hot water heating units in gas/BioLPG/DME, hydrogen ready units, electric instantaneous hot water heaters, electric storage cylinders and buffer vessels, a comprehensive range of heat pumps, solar, hydrogen-ready or natural gas in any configuration of hybrid formats for either residential or commercial applications. Rinnai’s H1/2/3 range of products and systems offer contractors, consultants and end users a range of efficient, robust and affordable low carbon/decarbonising appliances which create practical, economic and technically feasible solutions.
  • Rinnai is a world leading manufacturer of hot water heaters and produces over two million units a year, operating on each of the five continents. The brand has gained an established reputation for producing products that offer high performance, cost efficiency and extended working lives.
  • Rinnai products are UKCA certified, A-rated water efficiency, accessed through multiple fuel options and are available for purchase 24/7, 365 days a year. Any unit can be delivered to any UK site within 24 hours.
  • Rinnai offer carbon and cost comparison services that will calculate financial and carbon savings made when investing in a Rinnai system. Rinnai also provide a system design service that will suggest an appropriate system for the property in question.
  • Rinnai offer comprehensive training courses and technical support in all aspects of the water heating industry including detailed CPD’s.
  • The Rinnai range covers all forms of fuels and appliances currently available – electric, gas, hydrogen, BioLPG, DME solar thermal, low GWP heat pumps and electric water heaters More information can be found on Rinnai’s website and its “Help Me Choose” webpage.

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‘Tiny Homes’ growing bigger with SterlingOSB Zero

A business set up just three years ago in rural North Wales is enjoying steady growth based on a concept already popular amongst Americans and the ANZAC nations: offering clients the opportunity to have the home of their dreams, custom-built at a genuinely affordable price. SterlingOSB Zero from West Fraser features prominently in this timber-based, eco-friendly construction method.

TWT Tiny Homes was founded by Henri Brown and Lucy Robertson, drawing on their experience as a trained carpenter and a career in television design respectively, which led the pair to creating their own bijou property. Although still small, the company now calls on the assistance of like-minded individuals to meet the demand for a dozen properties a year, destined for all parts of the UK.  While operations are currently undertaken in two workshops on a family farm, planning permission has been obtained to erect larger production premises nearby in Spring 2025.

 Each project begins with a site visit and an in-depth consultation to determine the customer’s needs and ambitions, followed by the provision of detailed drawings along with ‘mood boards’ to facilitate the choice of materials for the fit-out. The materials can include areas of the SterlingOSB Zero being left exposed along with the solid timber sections, from which many of the interior fittings are fashioned. Primarily, however, the rugged and versatile orientated strand board is utilised for its structural performance.

 

Henri explains:

“Our journey began three years ago when we decided to build our own Tiny Home and we fell in love with the concept of living small, realising that you don’t need much space to be content. It has also opened the door to investing the money we save from renting into ourselves and our business. This quickly turned into our passion as a profession – creating personalised homes for our clients.  Every build we undertake is a reflection of our commitment to delivering the best product which suits our customers’ lifestyles and needs.

 

“We take pride in using eco-friendly materials in the construction of our Tiny Homes. We use Welsh Sheeps wool as insulation and locally milled wood for cladding, we source everything from the UK. All the wood we use is low toxicity, and so is the paint we use for the walls.  Even the wall filler is natural!  Our main concern is ensuring that our Tiny Homes are healthy habitats that do not emit harmful fumes from cheap wood glues or dangerous fibres.

Having no added formaldehyde, SterlingOSB Zero  definitely fits well with us and, having tried rival products in the past, we never use anything else now. We get through a full pack of 110 boards a month now – with all the panels being made up on a table in the framing shop, where the squareness of the boards means there’s no need for trimming.  We use the 18mm thickness for the floors, and then sheath all the wall panels to give them strength and rigidity: sometimes covering both faces.  Then, for the roof structure, the SterlingOSB Zero forms a skin on top, we then waterproof membrane and clad it with metal sheets or wooden shingles.  Another important point is that we find that the Sterling produces a lot less dust when it’s being cut, which means it is cleaner and safer.” 

Normally assembled on a road-legal galvanised trailer chassis, each Tiny Home is built to a high standard, and to last a very long time, though the company targets Part L requirements on energy performance to make them easier to heat and can also make them DDA compliant if required.  Most clients opt to have a wood-burner installed as the primary form of heating, while LPG and electric boilers are also available. Then, depending on the specification for the fit-out, prices start at £35K. 

 All West Fraser panel products produced in the UK are net carbon negative and manufactured in mills that have obtained the coveted environmental ISO 14001 accreditation.  Responsibly sourced, the panels are FSC certified (CO12533) and created from locally grown timber, cutting embodied carbon from transportation.

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Unique has Vision

 

Unique, the multi-award-winning supplier of UPVC and aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling, has extended its product range.

 

With immediate effect, the business will fabricate COR Vision aluminium sliding patio doors from CORTIZO – the vertically integrated Spanish manufacturer respected around the world for the premium quality and stunning aesthetics of its systems.

 

COR Vision patio doors offer an almost frameless appearance thanks to their ultra-slim profiles which have sightlines measuring just 20mm.

 

This frame free look is further enhanced by the fact that door rails can be fully incorporated into the floor whilst top and lateral frames can be embedded into the walls surrounding the door aperture. COR Vision can also include 90° corners without the need for a mullion.

 

Other benefits include good acoustic insulation, high levels of security and a U-value of 1.3 w/m2K. This means COR Vision complies with Approved Document Part L for use on existing properties.

 

COR Vision also offers impressive design flexibility. Doors can be created using 2, 3, 4 and 6 sashes, with single, double or triple tracks, and to fit openings measuring up to 13.2 metres wide and 3 metres tall.

Commenting on the introduction of COR Vision, Mir Patel, Aluminium Operations Manager at Unique, said:

“Unique has fabricated a number of CORTIZO products since November 2023 including CORTIZO casement windows, bifold doors and the 4700 sliding door system.

“Since we introduced these lines, they’ve proved incredibly popular and by extending our range with COR Vision we’re looking to build on that.

“We’ll be able to offer customers an additional choice of patio door that combines stunning aesthetics with some equally attractive functional benefits.”

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RINNAI EXPANSION WITH NEW ELECTRIC STORAGE SOLUTIONS & SYSTEMS

 

Rinnai is continuously expanding and updating its entire product offering to include all fuels and appliances for installation as stand-alone units or as part of hybrid systems for larger commercial sites.

Rinnai’s extensive product range now includes a wide selection of electric technologies. Rinnai’s Infinit-E range is an optional three-phase all-electric water storage heater for commercial hot water applications. All Rinnai electric storage hot water heaters are designed with flexibility in mind.

All units are fitted with between one and six titanium elements. The KW rating  of the Infinit-E range is scalable from 12kw to 72kw ensuring that all units are suitable for a wide variety of applications. All electrical elements can be fitted to a single-phase supply, should site limitations dictate. Each element within the appliance range has its own controllable thermostat with a temperature range of between 49 and 90 degrees Celsius. All elements are fuse protected and there is no need for expensive sacrificial anodes due to a tough stainless-steel build.

Each cylinder is manufactured with stainless steel adding durability and enabling extensive warranties. The use of stainless steel also makes the Infinit-E range lightweight and easily manoeuvrable and handled when compared to glass-lined variants. The empty weight of the Infinit-E is 54kg maximum.

All-electric systems can benefit from Rinnai’s modulating smart electric cylinder range – ensuring that the only direct electricity used is to fill the performance gap from a renewable heat source.

Rinnai’s range of electric products also include monobloc air source heat pumps that are available in an assortment of variants, from 4kW to 110kW. Rinnai’s heat pump technology ensures that up to and including seven units can be cascaded together.

A cascaded system means that multiple heat pumps can work in conjunction allowing for a level of functioning synchronicity that produces greater operational performance for larger commercial applications.

All Rinnai commercial heat pumps use LOW-GWP including R32 and R290, renowned for reducing electricity consumption by up to 10% and for holding a lower global warming potential (GWP). Rinnai’s HPI heat pump range is ratified with an ERP rating of A +++ and includes an operational ability to switch between settings of heating, hot water, and cooling.

Rinnai’s HPI air source heat pumps, hybrid formations, electrical formats and hydrogen gas mix powered water heaters are part of the H3 range of products. All new models are designed to embolden decarbonisation, energy efficiency and reduce customer costs by offering practical, economic and technically feasible solutions to all UK customers.

UK energy strategists believe that clean and sustainable electrification is presently one of the best modes of reducing carbon emissions, maximise efficiencies and to also lower end-user customer costs.

Rinnai is determined to offer UK customers assorted options of carbon reducing technology that ensures an improved healthy lifestyle. Rinnai is also keen on informing all UK customers in major changes and developments concerning the international energy market that may affect purchase or power options in the near and far future.

 

RINNAI OFFERS CLEAR PATHWAYS TO LOWER CARBON & DECARBONISATION

PLUS CUSTOMER COST REDUCTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL, DOMESTIC &

OFF-GRID HEATING & HOT WATER DELIVERY  

 

  • Rinnai’s range of decarbonising products – H1/H2/H3 – consists of hot water heating units in gas/BioLPG/DME, hydrogen ready units, electric instantaneous hot water heaters, electric storage cylinders and buffer vessels, a comprehensive range of heat pumps, solar, hydrogen-ready or natural gas in any configuration of hybrid formats for either residential or commercial applications. Rinnai’s H1/2/3 range of products and systems offer contractors, consultants and end users a range of efficient, robust and affordable low carbon/decarbonising appliances which create practical, economic and technically feasible solutions.
  • Rinnai is a world leading manufacturer of hot water heaters and produces over two million units a year, operating on each of the five continents. The brand has gained an established reputation for producing products that offer high performance, cost efficiency and extended working lives.
  • Rinnai products are UKCA certified, A-rated water efficiency, accessed through multiple fuel options and are available for purchase 24/7, 365 days a year. Any unit can be delivered to any UK site within 24 hours.
  • Rinnai offer carbon and cost comparison services that will calculate financial and carbon savings made when investing in a Rinnai system. Rinnai also provide a system design service that will suggest an appropriate system for the property in question.
  • Rinnai offer comprehensive training courses and technical support in all aspects of the water heating industry including detailed CPD’s.
  • The Rinnai range covers all forms of fuels and appliances currently available – electric, gas, hydrogen, BioLPG, DME solar thermal, low GWP heat pumps and electric water heaters More information can be found on Rinnai’s website and its “Help Me Choose” webpage.

 

CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE RINNAI WEBSITE

or HERE to EMAIL RINNAI

CLICK HERE For more information on the RINNAI product range

 

 

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GF BUILDING FLOW SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES NEW CPD ON MLC PIPEWORK

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The new CIBSE accredited CPD from GF Building Flow Solutions (formerly Uponor) offers valuable insight into the many benefits of multi-layered composite (MLC) pipework, with a particular focus on its hygienic and sustainability credentials. The hour long, face-to-face session for building service engineers will look at the relevant legislation, best practice installation methods and dispel common myths surrounding MLC to support well informed specification decisions. 

 

The comprehensive CPD entitled: ‘The popularity and multiple benefits of MLC pipe systems,’ covers the size of the pipe market, legislation and megatrends. Following a review of the material’s features and benefits, the CPD goes on to look at hygienic considerations and how to prevent legionella, installation methods, project examples, as well as detailed technical aspects of MLC pipe systems including jointing technology and temperature ranges.

 

Rob Oakley, Business Development Manager at GF Building Flow Solutions said:

“MLC pipework has several advantages when compared to other materials. Our CPD aims to deepen the attendees’ knowledge of these systems and really showcase how they can deliver reliable, hygienic and sustainable solutions.”

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To register interest and book onto GF Building Flow Solutions’ new CPD

 

or CLICK HERE to email Robert or call him on +44 (0) 7825 682930

 

 

GF Building Flow Solutions, a division of GF, is a leading global provider of sustainable and innovative solutions, making water flow in buildings. The division, stemming from the 2023 acquisition of Uponor by GF, provides safe solutions for hot and cold water supply and control, noise-reducing wastewater systems, as well as energy-efficient heating and cooling. Its focus is to enable its customers in the residential and commercial space to be more productive and sustainable, while ensuring comfort, health and efficiency. GF Building Flow Solutions has sales companies in 30 countries and production sites in 13 locations across Europe and the Americas. 

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VEKA Launches Softline 82 – Passivhaus: Redefining Energy-Efficient Window Technology for the Future

New tilt-and-turn window system has been designed to meet world-leading environment standard, Passivhaus.

 

VEKA plc is pleased to introduce the Softline 82 – Passivhaus window system, a newly developed product at the forefront of eco-conscious window technology, meeting Passivhaus standards for superior energy performance, sustainability, and design.

 

This tilt-and-turn window system seamlessly integrates modern aesthetics with unparalleled functionality.  It meets the growing demand for eco-conscious building solutions from architects, specifiers and installers, without compromising on the quality, style, comfort and energy saving requirements of homeowners.

 

Softline 82 – Passivhaus has been developed in line with Passivhaus, the internationally recognised energy-efficient building standard, designed to reduce heating and cooling energy consumption by up to 90% compared to conventional construction.

 

Passivhaus designs prioritise insulation, airtight construction and passive solar gain to create buildings that maintain a stable indoor temperature year-round, requiring minimal heating or cooling.

 

By reducing energy consumption, Passivhaus helps to lower energy bills, decrease carbon emissions and support sustainable building practices.

 

Why Softline 82 – Passivhaus?

 

VEKA’s Softline 82 – Passivhaus window system not only meets but exceeds these rigorous standards, achieving a U-value as low as 0.79 W/m²K.

 

Constructed with an 82mm multi-chamber profile and enhanced by triple glazing, the Softline 82 – Passivhaus window offers exceptional insulation, noise reduction, and airtightness.

 

Its advanced centre seal prevents heat loss, moisture infiltration and drafts, making it ideal for any climate. This results in a comfortable indoor environment, year-round energy savings and minimal maintenance.

 

Made from robust PVCu, it provides a cost-effective alternative to timber or aluminium windows, while still meeting the high standards of eco-friendly construction.

 

PVCu’s exceptional durability and maintenance requirements make it the ideal material for Softline 82 – Passivhaus’ long-term performance promises as it resists rotting and corrosion while maintaining its sleek, modern aesthetic.

 

Additionally, its tilt-and-turn functionality makes it an excellent option for areas with high wind exposure, including high-rise developments and projects in coastal or mountainous regions.

 

Design-led approach with security as standard

 

Beyond its technical performance, the Softline 82 – Passivhaus has been developed with aesthetics front-of-mind.

 

Available in a range of bespoke colours and finishes, it blends seamlessly with a wide variety of architectural styles. And, with its proven durability and security – tested to meet British Standards PAS 24 and BS 6375 – it offers both long-lasting performance and secure peace of mind.

 

Jack Scullion, product and innovation manager at VEKA plc, said:

“At VEKA, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. The Softline 82 – Passivhaus window is a direct outcome of our deep commitment to developing premium, eco-friendly solutions for today’s environmental needs.

 “This product is the perfect choice for architects, specifiers, and homeowners who want to prioritise energy efficiency without compromising on design or comfort.”

 

Certified by the Passive House Institute, the Softline 82 – Passivhaus window system represents VEKA’s commitment to delivering world-class energy-efficient solutions. Rigorously tested by VEKA’s in-house team, it ensures superior performance, quality and reliability.

 

Jack added: “Integrating Passivhaus into our product development also further aligns with VEKA’s commitment to a circular economy.

“PVCu offers a long lifespan, is virtually maintenance-free and can be fully recycled at the end of its life, making it an environmentally responsible choice for future-forward building projects.”

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