Roofing & Cladding
STARRING ROLE FOR SIKA LIQUID
PLASTICS AT PINEWOOD STUDIOS
Sika Liquid Plastics has been given a lead role in a
roofing project at Pinewood Studios in Cardiff.
Steve Cookson, technical services manager at Sika
Liquid Plastics, said: “The existing membrane used
to waterproof the gutters had been sealed using
bracing pieces that had created dams along the
gutter line, causing ponding of standing water up
to 30mm deep. This not only made the membrane
vulnerable to failure but also increased the weight
loading on the roof.
Dave Alden from Central Roofing added: “We have
been using Sika Liquid Plastics for around 20 years
and, as an approved contractor, we benefit greatly
from the company’s input during specification
and technical inspections during the programme,
so we can jointly ensure that the roof remains
watertight…whatever the Welsh weather throws
at it!”
If timber work goes wrong, TDCA can help. Aliva UK has some front at Brighton
Marina
Do you think your contractor has
underperformed? Do you need independent
help to support your case? If you have a problem
with timber decking or timber cladding, you
can call on the help of the Timber Decking and
Cladding Association. We’ll carry out a thorough
investigation and produce a report to support the
findings. It can help you sort out an issue quickly
and prevent a protracted and costly dispute over
who is responsible.
At TDCA we provide information and advice to
help ensure all timber decking and timber cladding
is built properly and is fit for purpose.
Aliva UK’s £1m+ contract to provide stunning
finishes for the first phase of a major development
at Europe’s largest marina is complete - with a trio
of products helping to change the skyline.
Aliva Sales Manager Darren Gormer, who has
led the coastal project, said: “This was a highly
complex design due to the location of the project,
and very high wind loads not just at the top of the
building but also the tunnelling nature of the winds
between the two buildings.
www.alivauk.com
The TDCA operates DeckMark and CladMark
quality accreditation schemes to give you added
reassurance about the materials and services you
are purchasing.
www.tda.org.uk
www.gbr.liquidplastics.sika.com
Passionate About Polycarbonate
Birchwood Trading is on a mission to spread their love for polycarbonate.
As a tried and trusted roofing material polycarbonate has some clear
advantages over glass and can be used in a variety of applications beyond
conservatory roofs, including canopies, industrial and commercial roof
repairs, carports and lean-to roofs.
time and money. Whilst multiwall polycarbonate is easy to cut yourself, you
can benefit from getting the specific dimensions that they need without
the possible contamination issues of cutting on site. A full range of rafter
and structural glazing bar systems and fixing accessories suitable for both
polycarbonate and glass is also available.
Multiwall polycarbonate has high-impac t strength, superior insulation
properties and good light transmission. Its light weight makes it easier to
transport and install. Use solid polycarbonate for unbreakable strength and
a glass like appearance.
Both are available in a variety of thicknesses and tints.
It’s important to choose the right type of polycarbonate for your application
and with their wealth of experience in this field you can rest assured that
quality advice is only a phone call or email away.
Take advantage of their free of charge cut-to-size and delivery service.
Customers have commented that this cuts their waste to a minimum and
makes handling and transporting their sheets much easier, saving them both
Birchwood Trading
3 Ravenhurst Court
Birchwood
WARRINGTON
WA3 6PN
Tel: 01925 826314
Fax: 01925 852944
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www.birchwoodtrading.co.uk
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