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The A Proctor Group (stand N6036) will be exhibiting the benefits of both airtight membranes for walls (Wraptite System) and breather membranes for roofs (Roofshield) at this year’s Ecobuild. Roofshield’s unique vapour and air permeability characteristics allow even the most complex of pitched roofs to breathe - without the need for traditional air gaps or venting products, which may spoil the aesthetics of your building. Roofshield is as easy to install as traditional roofing felt. Roofshield also complies with the latest BS 5534 guidelines and experts will be available to answer any queries regarding this latest change in building regulations. The Solar CarPort from Wind & Sun (stand S4152) has traditional oak construction with modern lines. The CarPort is an ideal way to add Solar PV to any property without major alterations and provides a sheltered charging point for electric vehicles. The solar panels can provide feed-in tariff income and charge the car for free. The oak and steel frame CarPort has space for two vehicles and the PV system is sized at 3.975kWp for maximum return. Visitors to Ecobuild can also see brand new Vetrofluid; an innovative new spray applied, concrete impregnating product. Vetrofluid penetrates up to 40mm deep providing a waterproof and anti-deterioration barrier to concrete surfaces that can potentially triple its lifespan. Not only is Vetrofluid completely colourless, but it also leaves no films on the surface, leaving the concrete completely unchanged aesthetically. With Vetrofluid, there is no need to use other protection systems like bituminous membranes, impregnating agents or water-repellent products, and Vetrofluid can be used on any concrete surface. The Wraptite system offers the ideal option for a vapour permeable air barrier. Designed to cost effectively replace conventional breather membranes, in the traditional manner, Wraptite is a low-resistance vapour permeable air barrier wall underlay, which is durable, flexible and lightweight, allowing for easy installation. It offers temporary protection against wind-driven rain, snow and dust. Please walk this way ‘Successful sealing has a system’ will be the theme of leading foam sealant tape producer ISO-Chemie’s stand (s2070) at Ecobuild. The company will be also be showcasing its new ISO-TOP WINFRAMER, a structurally solid, pre-fabricated installation frame manufactured now available in a range of new variations and sizes. The frame can be quickly cut to length on site and secured in position using a single component adhesive and, if necessary, fixing screws. The six sealing systems on display, covering different building types and functions, will include ISO3 Window system (which WINFRAMER is a part of), the ISOE EWI (External Wall Insulation) system, the ISOF Flame fire protection/fire rated product system (passive protection), and the ISOu timber building system for a wide variety of timber frame buildings. Peter Thompson, General Manager UK for ISO-Chemie, said that with TRADA introducing a new test/certificate and logo for acoustic insulation of windows, based on the A-E energy system, Ecobuild will be opportune for showcasing sealing solutions for the sustainable design, construction and built environment. Mr DCE, Steve Hilton, will once again be manning the stand at Ecobuild - N1042. Please feel free to pop along and say hello and find out when your local event will be in the area. Steve will, no doubt, have a current joke to tell! Well, a joke of some distant heritage anyway! He is always looking for new material to use at the Meet the EXPERTS Technical Forums so please don’t hesitate to call on the stand and tell your latest gag. Here’s a thought - Why is abbreviation such a long word? For further information or to register for your complinetary ticket to Ecobuild 2015, please visit www.ecobuild.co.uk. To keep up-to-date on the latest show news, please follow on Twitter (@Ecobuild_Now) or join the LinkedIn Group (Ecobuild) or Facebook page (Ecobuildnow) Page 32.indd 1 26/01/2015 09:52:40