Specifier's information.Velfac Velfac glazing has been installed in one of Europe's largest mixed-use developments: Whitehall Quay QUAY, estates. A wharf at which to load or land goods, sometimes spelled key. 2. In its enlarged sense the word quay, means the whole space between the first row of houses of a city, and the sea or river 5 L. R. 152, 215. , Leeds. The Velfac aluminium and wood composite window system is used exclusively in the residential element, that comprises 193 luxury flats with balconies or terraces. The windows enhance internal and external appearance and enable each flat to make the most of the panoramic views. 'The internal pine frame looks good, and, with the aluminium outer frame, requires very little maintenance', says K. W. Linfoot, developer of Whitehall Quay. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Alternative Flooring Company The new Deep Velvet rug collection from The Alternative Flooring Company comprises four modern designs that show to best advantage the exclusive and natural coloured Jacob yarn used. The name of the collection aptly describes the luxurious feel to the rugs, which feature 100% virgin Jacob wool in a deep velvet pile. There are three sizes of rug. Jacob sheep are bred in the UK and are highly distinctive with a three-coloured fleece of sable brown, cream and pewter colours. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Creative Impressions In 2002, the City Council of Padova in north-eastern Italy proposed to install a new Metro bus link across the city and chose pattern imprinted coloured concrete over more traditional finishes. Special Permacolour dry-shake colour hardeners and release agents were developed for the project by Creative Impressions as the final appearance had to blend in Verb 1. blend in - blend or harmonize; "This flavor will blend with those in your dish"; "This sofa won't go with the chairs" blend, go fit, go - be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired; "This piece won't fit into the puzzle" with a variety of surroundings. Different surface finishes (trowelled, textured and anti-slip) are combined with several colours to give many varied and aesthetically pleasing effects. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] E-motive Display E-motive has launched an innovative Ultra-Slim series of lift displays. Just 15mm in depth, the company claims the products are the thinnest dot matrix displays A dot matrix display is a display device used to display information on machines, clocks, railway departure indicators and many and other devices requiring a simple display device of limited resolution. available. The displays' slim profile makes them an ideal choice when modernising or renovating old lifts. In modernisation projects, it is often difficult or impossible to tamper To meddle, alter, or improperly interfere with something; to make changes or corrupt, as in tampering with the evidence. with a lift's existing fascia fascia (făsh`ēə), fibrous tissue network located between the skin and the underlying structure of muscle and bone. Fascia is composed of two layers, a superficial layer and a deep layer. when installing new components. The Ultra-Slim range allows lift engineers to upgrade the displays as part of a 20mm deep surface-mount fixture, without tampering tampering The adulteration of a thing. See Drug tampering. with the existing fascia. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Armourcoat 3000[m.sup.2] of Armourcoat polished plaster Polished plaster is a term for the finish of some plasters and for the description of new and updated forms of traditional Italian plaster finishes. The term covers a whole range of decorative plaster finishes - from the very highly polished Venetian plaster and Marmorino to was applied throughout Birmingham's new Bullring shopping centre, creating a light, spacious environment. The seamless, natural-looking effect perfectly matches the modern design features, representing a luxurious, hardwearing, monolithic finish. Intricate design features at restroom entrances show the flair that can be achieved using Armourcoat polished plaster. Director of concept architects Benoy states: 'We specified Armourcoat for its vibrancy and depth of colour, and because it is extremely tough and durable'. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Barlo Plastics Acrylic sheets from Barlo Plastics were chosen by international furniture designer Tom Dixon Tom Dixon may refer to:
n. Something exhibited, especially as an outstanding example of its kind. showpiece Noun 1. anything displayed or exhibited 2. stand at Milan Furniture Fair 2004. Dixon, Head of Design at Habitat and also an independent designer, wanted a material that complemented his chrome and metal furniture ranges, and glossy black 4mm thick BARLO XT Acrylic fitted the brief perfectly. The sheets were used as space dividers and to show off the reflections from Mirror Lamps and a new range of Soft Box lighting. BARLO XT Acrylic in glossy black is one of an extensive range of extruded acrylic sheets from Barlo Plastics. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Wright Style There is a growing awareness of the need for higher safety standards Safety standards are standards designed to ensure the safety of products, activities or processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory. in the fire protection of buildings. Glazing systems have developed to meet these demands. Wright Style have been actively researching and testing glazing systems that can meet high test standards and the aesthetic demands of modern buildings. Many are unaware that intrinsic safety Refers to inherently safe machinery, electrical and electronic systems that do not contain hazardous materials, high voltages, bare terminals or other potentially dangerous parts that can cause injury to a human. See safety. does not come from the glass alone, but from the whole glazing system. Wright Style steel glazing systems can deliver 120 minutes of fire resistance--more than enough time to evacuate e·vac·u·ate v. 1. To empty or remove the contents of. 2. To excrete or discharge waste matter, especially of the bowels. a building and isolate the blaze. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Marineware Awlgrip is a coating system born from the marine and aviation industry designed to have extreme resistance to chemicals while maintaining excellent colour retention and gloss. Ideal for curved structures or areas requiring minimum maintenance. Awlgrip can also be used as an anti-graffiti coating. Previous projects have included the Natwest Media Centre which enabled a smooth surface to be created which is still shining seven years later. Come and see us at the 100% Design exhibition in Earl's Court. London (23-26 September). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Advertisers wishing to promote their products on this page should contact Chris Bond Chris was selected in the 1989 VFL draft from the North Hobart Football Club. on 020 7505 6816 enquiries on card or at www.arplus.com/enq.html |
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