Community Health Boost for Edinburgh Marina

Community Health Boost for Edinburgh Marina

The developer of the landmark Edinburgh Marina development has today confirmed that detailed planning consent has been received for its community health centre and local retail provision at Chestnut Yard in the heart of the £500 million waterside scheme.

The delivery of a fully equipped medical centre and five retail units at Chestnut Yard will provide essential retail options and health services for Edinburgh Marina residents, whilst serving as a hub for the local community. The £6 million Chestnut Yard mixed-used project is the latest scheme within the wider Edinburgh Marina development to receive planning consent following its luxury retirement living scheme in January 2018.

The wider vision for the Edinburgh Marina development represents a truly unique opportunity for both Edinburgh and Scotland, to create a cross-generational lifestyle hub which combines state of the art facilities and a wide variety of housing tenures.

Located in close proximity to Chestnut Yard, the marina itself will enable Scotland’s capital to compete with the more established west coast sailing destinations whilst tapping in to Scotland’s burgeoning £3.7bn marine tourism industry; creating unique new world-class facilities to help expand the size of Scotland’s overall market.

Commenting on this announcement, the developer, Kevin Fawcett stated: “The provision of essential local shopping and health care services within the community is vital to the development as a whole and will help to reduce vehicle use in the surrounding area. This facility is a key milestone for the development and a significant step forward for Granton’s local residents which is long overdue.”

About the Edinburgh Marina Development

Located 2.5miles (4km) NW of central Edinburgh, the Edinburgh Marina development will be a unique new leisure and residential destination for Scotland’s capital city, bringing new life and vibrancy to a key area of Edinburgh’s coastline. Edinburgh Marina is located 12m (16km) from the bridges over the Firth of Forth and 8 miles (12km) from Edinburgh International Airport. The Edinburgh Marina Development benefits from excellent transport links via road, sea and rail, which will be further improved when the new tram extension to Granton and Leith is completed.

Edinburgh Marina itself will provide 340 fully-serviced berths comprising approximately 24,400 sq. m. of berthing that forms the centrepiece of Edinburgh Marina Holdings masterplan for the whole 28 hectare site. The wider vision for the Edinburgh Marina Development represents a truly unique opportunity for both Edinburgh and Scotland, to create a cross-generational lifestyle hub on this 50 acre site, which combines state of the art facilities and a wide variety of housing tenures located in a unique and vibrant new waterside district a stone’s throw from Edinburgh city centre.

 

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Community Health Boost for Edinburgh Marina

Community Health Boost for Edinburgh Marina

The developer of the landmark Edinburgh Marina development has today confirmed that detailed planning consent has been received for its community health centre and local retail provision at Chestnut Yard in the heart of the £500 million waterside scheme.

The delivery of a fully equipped medical centre and five retail units at Chestnut Yard will provide essential retail options and health services for Edinburgh Marina residents, whilst serving as a hub for the local community. The £6 million Chestnut Yard mixed-used project is the latest scheme within the wider Edinburgh Marina development to receive planning consent following its luxury retirement living scheme in January 2018.

The wider vision for the Edinburgh Marina development represents a truly unique opportunity for both Edinburgh and Scotland, to create a cross-generational lifestyle hub which combines state of the art facilities and a wide variety of housing tenures.

Located in close proximity to Chestnut Yard, the marina itself will enable Scotland’s capital to compete with the more established west coast sailing destinations whilst tapping in to Scotland’s burgeoning £3.7bn marine tourism industry; creating unique new world-class facilities to help expand the size of Scotland’s overall market.

Commenting on this announcement, the developer, Kevin Fawcett stated: “The provision of essential local shopping and health care services within the community is vital to the development as a whole and will help to reduce vehicle use in the surrounding area. This facility is a key milestone for the development and a significant step forward for Granton’s local residents which is long overdue.”

About the Edinburgh Marina Development

Located 2.5miles (4km) NW of central Edinburgh, the Edinburgh Marina development will be a unique new leisure and residential destination for Scotland’s capital city, bringing new life and vibrancy to a key area of Edinburgh’s coastline. Edinburgh Marina is located 12m (16km) from the bridges over the Firth of Forth and 8 miles (12km) from Edinburgh International Airport. The Edinburgh Marina Development benefits from excellent transport links via road, sea and rail, which will be further improved when the new tram extension to Granton and Leith is completed.

Edinburgh Marina itself will provide 340 fully-serviced berths comprising approximately 24,400 sq. m. of berthing that forms the centrepiece of Edinburgh Marina Holdings masterplan for the whole 28 hectare site. The wider vision for the Edinburgh Marina Development represents a truly unique opportunity for both Edinburgh and Scotland, to create a cross-generational lifestyle hub on this 50 acre site, which combines state of the art facilities and a wide variety of housing tenures located in a unique and vibrant new waterside district a stone’s throw from Edinburgh city centre.

 

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The perfect prescription

The perfect prescription

With their large and often complex water supply systems, hospitals and healthcare estates are potential breeding grounds for waterborne pathogens. Over many years instances of Legionnaires’ disease have regularly made the news headlines and its devastating impact is exemplified in the outbreak at Stafford District General Hospital in 1985, when a total of 68 confirmed cases were treated and 22 patients died.

Despite the lessons that could – and should – have been learned from this tragedy over the last 30 or so years, new cases of Legionnaires’ disease are still occurring with alarming regularity. Preventative action is therefore vital and one way that better water management and hygiene can be achieved is through the use of a Building Energy Management System (BEMS). Central to the ability of a BEMS to communicate water quality data from devices is cutting edge monitoring and management software like Trend’s IQ®VISION.

IQ®VISION can monitor and inform about a range of conditions relating to the status of the water system, and alert designated personnel if quality conditions fall outside pre-defined levels. By monitoring systems such as metering, tank level and temperature, backflow prevention valves, filters and pumps, a BEMS provides a clearer picture of what’s going on.

Conflicting messages

When it comes to water safety, efficiency and management in healthcare estates, the two key documents are HTM 04-01 and HTM 07-04. The former is considered the primary reference point for every aspect of water systems in relation to hygienic operation, while the latter covers best practice for water management and efficiency. However, the two documents can sometimes seem at odds with each other.

Bob Blincowe, Strategic Account Manager UK Healthcare at Trend, explains, ‘HTM 04-01 states that water stored in tanks must be turned over every 12 hours to guarantee a fresh supply. It also says that in the event that water tanks have gone over-temperature, the water must be dumped and taken out of the system completely. Conversely, HTM 07-04 suggests that this water should be moved into a recovery tank and used for activities such as toilet flushing and laundry – reducing overall wastage and cost.’

Given this conflicting information, there obviously needs to be a much clearer position regarding how to deal with potentially contaminated water. With water hygiene and efficient management now two of the big challenges facing healthcare estate professionals, more advice about how a BEMS can help achieve these twin objectives is welcomed.

Find out more

Trend is exhibiting at Healthcare Estates on 9th-10th October at Manchester Central, on stand D38 where its team of experts will be available to talk through how BEMS technology can have a positive impact. If you’re not attending but would like to find out more, contact robert.blincowe@trendcontrols.com, call him on 07976 583940, or request a visit

Alternatively, please contact the Trend team by clicking here.​

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The perfect prescription

The perfect prescription

With their large and often complex water supply systems, hospitals and healthcare estates are potential breeding grounds for waterborne pathogens. Over many years instances of Legionnaires’ disease have regularly made the news headlines and its devastating impact is exemplified in the outbreak at Stafford District General Hospital in 1985, when a total of 68 confirmed cases were treated and 22 patients died.

Despite the lessons that could – and should – have been learned from this tragedy over the last 30 or so years, new cases of Legionnaires’ disease are still occurring with alarming regularity. Preventative action is therefore vital and one way that better water management and hygiene can be achieved is through the use of a Building Energy Management System (BEMS). Central to the ability of a BEMS to communicate water quality data from devices is cutting edge monitoring and management software like Trend’s IQ®VISION.

IQ®VISION can monitor and inform about a range of conditions relating to the status of the water system, and alert designated personnel if quality conditions fall outside pre-defined levels. By monitoring systems such as metering, tank level and temperature, backflow prevention valves, filters and pumps, a BEMS provides a clearer picture of what’s going on.

Conflicting messages

When it comes to water safety, efficiency and management in healthcare estates, the two key documents are HTM 04-01 and HTM 07-04. The former is considered the primary reference point for every aspect of water systems in relation to hygienic operation, while the latter covers best practice for water management and efficiency. However, the two documents can sometimes seem at odds with each other.

Bob Blincowe, Strategic Account Manager UK Healthcare at Trend, explains, ‘HTM 04-01 states that water stored in tanks must be turned over every 12 hours to guarantee a fresh supply. It also says that in the event that water tanks have gone over-temperature, the water must be dumped and taken out of the system completely. Conversely, HTM 07-04 suggests that this water should be moved into a recovery tank and used for activities such as toilet flushing and laundry – reducing overall wastage and cost.’

Given this conflicting information, there obviously needs to be a much clearer position regarding how to deal with potentially contaminated water. With water hygiene and efficient management now two of the big challenges facing healthcare estate professionals, more advice about how a BEMS can help achieve these twin objectives is welcomed.

Find out more

Trend is exhibiting at Healthcare Estates on 9th-10th October at Manchester Central, on stand D38 where its team of experts will be available to talk through how BEMS technology can have a positive impact. If you’re not attending but would like to find out more, contact robert.blincowe@trendcontrols.com, call him on 07976 583940, or request a visit

Alternatively, please contact the Trend team by clicking here.​

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Trademark granted for Scott Parnell’s innovative safety fencing

Trademark granted for Scott Parnell’s innovative safety fencing

Civil engineering firm Scott Parnell has been granted registered trademark status on its TouchSafe® GRP palisade fencing – the only product available that is capable of completely eliminating electricity conduction.

TouchSafe® is produced using super strength, lightweight materials, which are corrosion-resistant. Designed following years of painstaking research, TouchSafe® is unique in that it does not contain any metal components, ensuring total safety from possible electrocution incidents.

Used for screening off electricity installation areas, Scott Parnell’s palisade fencing is suitable for a variety of industries, including rail networks and electricity supplier organisations. The product is ideal for the aviation sector as the composite materials are radar-neutral so do not disrupt radar signals. The fencing is also well suited to marine environments as the non-corrosive materials are able to withstand saline damage. All dimension specifications comply to BS accreditation standards.

Unlike many fencing products, TouchSafe® is supplied in fully-assembled panel form, making it easier and quicker to install on site.

George Woollard, Design & Specification Manager at Scott Parnell Rail, said:

“We wanted to make a product that would make incidents such as electric shocks and electrocution a thing of the past whilst removing the need to earth or bond the fence. This further reduces risk on site and increases commercial efficiencies.

“A lot of hard work has gone into designing our TouchSafe® palisade fencing and making it the best product it can be. We believe TouchSafe® represents the future of palisade fencing and we’re extremely proud that it has been granted trademark status.”

www.scottparnell.com

Head Office: 01376 502676 / Wales: 01685 708970
Milton Keynes: 01908 579766 / Romford: 0208 8055797

 

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Trademark granted for Scott Parnell’s innovative safety fencing

Trademark granted for Scott Parnell’s innovative safety fencing

Civil engineering firm Scott Parnell has been granted registered trademark status on its TouchSafe® GRP palisade fencing – the only product available that is capable of completely eliminating electricity conduction.

TouchSafe® is produced using super strength, lightweight materials, which are corrosion-resistant. Designed following years of painstaking research, TouchSafe® is unique in that it does not contain any metal components, ensuring total safety from possible electrocution incidents.

Used for screening off electricity installation areas, Scott Parnell’s palisade fencing is suitable for a variety of industries, including rail networks and electricity supplier organisations. The product is ideal for the aviation sector as the composite materials are radar-neutral so do not disrupt radar signals. The fencing is also well suited to marine environments as the non-corrosive materials are able to withstand saline damage. All dimension specifications comply to BS accreditation standards.

Unlike many fencing products, TouchSafe® is supplied in fully-assembled panel form, making it easier and quicker to install on site.

George Woollard, Design & Specification Manager at Scott Parnell Rail, said:

“We wanted to make a product that would make incidents such as electric shocks and electrocution a thing of the past whilst removing the need to earth or bond the fence. This further reduces risk on site and increases commercial efficiencies.

“A lot of hard work has gone into designing our TouchSafe® palisade fencing and making it the best product it can be. We believe TouchSafe® represents the future of palisade fencing and we’re extremely proud that it has been granted trademark status.”

www.scottparnell.com

Head Office: 01376 502676 / Wales: 01685 708970
Milton Keynes: 01908 579766 / Romford: 0208 8055797

 

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Clarity begins at #HomeGreenHome

Clarity begins at #HomeGreenHome

With the launch of World Green Building Week, Martin Fahey looks at why the focus this year is on you and your home.

This week sees the start of this year’s World Green Building Week and when you read headlines from the UN Secretary General saying that “Climate change is moving faster than we are,”’ then it is clear to see why we all need to get behind this initiative.

The World Green Building Council (WGBC) is calling on everyone, everywhere to make a simple promise on how they will change something about their home.

The reason for this is that our buildings account for 40% of global energy consumption – which is more than a third of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Finding ways to make our own home greener and more energy efficient is something that we can all start to do right now and it doesn’t have to cost the earth – either for us as individuals or for our one and only planet!

If we all reduced our energy consumption by just 20%, this would result in savings of over half a metric ton of CO2 per house and collectively, this is going to result in a huge reduction for the country.

The ‘My #HomeGreenHome promise is a way of finding one simple thing that you can do that will help improve your carbon footprint. I, for example, already have a hybrid car and recycle as much as I can, so I’m going to get my family to compost food waste more.

Positive signs

I know some people who feel it’s up to industry and government to sort all this out and that whatever they do as one ‘little’ individual is pointless, but I would argue that serious change is only going to come about when all of us do every little thing we can to make a difference.

And this is where the collective power of individuals really will effect change.

Both government and industry are working hard to find ways to reduce the effects of climate change and, whilst there are many reasons behind this, the growing awareness amongst consumers of the environmental impact that the products they buy is putting pressure on the market.

You see, collectively, individuals can make a difference!

The news that UK carbon emissions in August hit the lowest levels since World War II is an excellent sign that we are making progress but more needs to be done.

This article was originally featured on The Hub.  To continue reading the next segment, ‘So what can you do?’, visit: https://les.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/the-hub/homegreenhome

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Clarity begins at #HomeGreenHome

Clarity begins at #HomeGreenHome

With the launch of World Green Building Week, Martin Fahey looks at why the focus this year is on you and your home.

This week sees the start of this year’s World Green Building Week and when you read headlines from the UN Secretary General saying that “Climate change is moving faster than we are,”’ then it is clear to see why we all need to get behind this initiative.

The World Green Building Council (WGBC) is calling on everyone, everywhere to make a simple promise on how they will change something about their home.

The reason for this is that our buildings account for 40% of global energy consumption – which is more than a third of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Finding ways to make our own home greener and more energy efficient is something that we can all start to do right now and it doesn’t have to cost the earth – either for us as individuals or for our one and only planet!

If we all reduced our energy consumption by just 20%, this would result in savings of over half a metric ton of CO2 per house and collectively, this is going to result in a huge reduction for the country.

The ‘My #HomeGreenHome promise is a way of finding one simple thing that you can do that will help improve your carbon footprint. I, for example, already have a hybrid car and recycle as much as I can, so I’m going to get my family to compost food waste more.

Positive signs

I know some people who feel it’s up to industry and government to sort all this out and that whatever they do as one ‘little’ individual is pointless, but I would argue that serious change is only going to come about when all of us do every little thing we can to make a difference.

And this is where the collective power of individuals really will effect change.

Both government and industry are working hard to find ways to reduce the effects of climate change and, whilst there are many reasons behind this, the growing awareness amongst consumers of the environmental impact that the products they buy is putting pressure on the market.

You see, collectively, individuals can make a difference!

The news that UK carbon emissions in August hit the lowest levels since World War II is an excellent sign that we are making progress but more needs to be done.

This article was originally featured on The Hub.  To continue reading the next segment, ‘So what can you do?’, visit: https://les.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/the-hub/homegreenhome

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Carrying out pre-winter roof maintenance safely

Carrying out pre-winter roof maintenance safely

With summer done for another year, and winter fast approaching, now is the perfect time to ensure the roof and exterior of your property is prepared for the bad weather by carrying out any necessary maintenance.

Important maintenance to carry out before winter strikes includes:

– Cleaning gutters.

– Roof damage.

– Maintenance of plant and equipment.

– Window replacement or maintenance

Necessary repairs are much easier to carry out when the weather is fair, and can save you a lot of trouble down the line. A leak in the middle of winter is nobody’s idea of a good Christmas present.

However, like all work at height, carrying out this maintenance can be dangerous and all precautions should be taken.

To that end, we have compiled a list of simple tips to follow which can help you carry out work safely and efficiently.

1. When possible, try to avoid having to work at height, if this isn’t possible then look at alternative ways to do the work. For example, if cleaning windows, use a reach and wash system rather than a ladder. if you absolutely have to use a ladder then always take advantage of the Easi-Dec Ladder accessories range to provide further support. For certain jobs up to the roofline level, an Easi-Dec Access Platform could be a suitable alternative to a ladder.

2. Make sure you always carry out a risk assessment before starting the work to determine what equipment you will need and to identify who could potentially be in danger or be affected by your work. Is there the possibility that someone could be hit by falling objects?

3. When using a ladder, carry out pre-use checks to identify any defects or damages which could prevent safe use. Areas to inspect include the stiles, feet, rungs, steps/treads, platform and locking mechanisms. Make sure the ladder is long enough or high enough for the specific task. Make sure the ground is firm and level and clear of any debris. If the ground is uneven and there is no better point to place it, consider using ladder footings such as the Easi-Dec Ladder Spurs.

4. Always make sure that the user is competent to carry out the work. Competency is essential. Only those who are fully trained in working at height and using equipment such as ladders safely will have the correct skills, knowledge and experience to work safely.

5. And perhaps most importantly of all, always plan the work carefully. Look out for hidden risks, such as , and make a note of them. When working with fragile roofs, consider using a system such as the Easi-Dec Board-Walk, which which allows access from eaves to ridge whilst spreading the load on support battens, providing the user with a safer working position.

Working at height can be dangerous, even at the best of times, so remember, if you are not sure about anything or do not believe you are competent or capable of carrying out the task at hand, always seek professional advice.

For more information about any of the products mentioned, call Easi-Dec on 01767 691812 or use our online contact form.

 

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Revealed: The concerns preventing Brits from owning smart home technology

Revealed: The concerns preventing Brits from owning smart home technology

* ‘Digital assistant’ (71%) is the feature Brits who do not own smart home products are most aware of
* Thereafter, ‘voice recognition/control function’ (64%) is the next best recognised aspect of smart home devices and appliances by smart home tech non-owners
* Contrastingly, the capability of some smart home devices/appliances to ‘make smart decisions based on contents’ (17%), is the least known feature by those who do not use them
* The threat and consequences of a ‘hack/cyber-attack’ (39%) is the biggest concern about smart home devices/appliances, by those who do not have any in their living environment

Smart home devices/appliances which can remotely be controlled over Wi-Fi by smartphones and tables, have conveniently enabled property owners to automate everyday tasks like the recording of gas/electricity consumption, adjustment of room temperatures and control of lights (on or off at set times). In turn, these ‘smart home technologies’ – have provided individuals with more comfort, better energy efficiency and added security within their homes.

The increasing popularity of smart home technology can be exhibited by findings from ‘Tech UK’, who discovered that 44% of UK consumers now astonishingly have more than three smart home products. With regards to the impact of smart home technology, 40% of Brits feel it has improved their standard of living, according to research by ‘Thomas Sanderson’.

Interested in prospective smart home technology adopters, bathroom and showers experts Showerstoyou.co.uk analysed recent findings from YouGov, who surveyed Brits that do not own smart home devices/appliances to find out the smart home product features they are most aware of.

Showerstoyou.co.uk found that ‘digital assistant’ is the feature non-users are most aware of when it comes to smart home devices and appliances at 71%. Perhaps unsurprising this ranked top, given digital assistants such as Amazon’s Alexa (e.g. on Amazon Echo) and Apple’s Siri (on e.g. on Apple Homepod) having a prominent presence in each company’s respective advertisement/promotion campaigns.

Thereafter, ‘voice recognition/control function’ (64%) is the next best recognised aspect of smart home devices and appliances according to Brits who do not own any in their house.

Moreover, with many consumers hesitant to purchase a smart home product due to the supposed negative impact they think it will have on their energy bill – just 38% understand they have the ‘ability to regulate power use’ on certain smart devices and appliances to overcome this apparent problem.

Contrastingly, the capability of some smart home devices/appliances to ‘make smart decisions based on contents’ (17%), is the least known feature by non-owners. Slightly above, only 19% of Brits not in possession of any smart home technology, acknowledge that they can gain ‘feedback on processes’ about the information, methods, instructions or tasks they have inquired about on topics/issues related or not-related to the smart home device/appliance itself.

Further on, the British pubic also revealed their biggest concerns about smart home technology. Showerstoyou found that 39% of Brits are reluctant to buy smart home devices and appliances because they believe they are vulnerable to potentially devasting ‘cyber-attacks/hacking’. Despite an active effort by manufacturers and retailers alike to make smart home technology more affordable, 36% still consider them to be ‘over-priced’. Equally, 36% are worried about ‘data privacy’ when it comes to managing smart home technology – with the risk of a serious cyber-breach potentially exposing their personal details (name, address, bank details etc.) to opportunist criminals.

On the other end of the scale, the need for the ‘internet and electricity to function at the same time’ for smart home technology products to fully work, is influencing 23% of British consumers to not have even one smart device/appliance in their living environment. 27% are being swayed away from smart home technology because they are bothered about ‘getting locked out of devices’ as well as ‘having more passwords/security to remember’.

Martin, the Managing Director of Showerstoyou.co.uk commented:
“Smart home technology has come leaps and bounds over the last decade. Now the market has a range of smart devices and appliances to make everyday tasks at home easier and efficient. As they have advanced in their development, more features have been included to provide added value for existing and potential customers. The research certainly shows that there are features Brits are more aware of than others, despite not owning any smart home technology themselves. Perhaps more interestingly, it highlights how the risk of a cyber-attack or breach, is factoring prominently in the decision-process of consumers to adopt the technology in their home. Looking into the future, as the understanding and security of smart home devices and appliances significantly improves, non-users will undoubtedly become less skeptical and more willing to try the technology”.

https://www.showerstoyou.co.uk/

Tel: 01472 242159

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Carrying out pre-winter roof maintenance safely

Carrying out pre-winter roof maintenance safely

With summer done for another year, and winter fast approaching, now is the perfect time to ensure the roof and exterior of your property is prepared for the bad weather by carrying out any necessary maintenance.

Important maintenance to carry out before winter strikes includes:

– Cleaning gutters.

– Roof damage.

– Maintenance of plant and equipment.

– Window replacement or maintenance

Necessary repairs are much easier to carry out when the weather is fair, and can save you a lot of trouble down the line. A leak in the middle of winter is nobody’s idea of a good Christmas present.

However, like all work at height, carrying out this maintenance can be dangerous and all precautions should be taken.

To that end, we have compiled a list of simple tips to follow which can help you carry out work safely and efficiently.

1. When possible, try to avoid having to work at height, if this isn’t possible then look at alternative ways to do the work. For example, if cleaning windows, use a reach and wash system rather than a ladder. if you absolutely have to use a ladder then always take advantage of the Easi-Dec Ladder accessories range to provide further support. For certain jobs up to the roofline level, an Easi-Dec Access Platform could be a suitable alternative to a ladder.

2. Make sure you always carry out a risk assessment before starting the work to determine what equipment you will need and to identify who could potentially be in danger or be affected by your work. Is there the possibility that someone could be hit by falling objects?

3. When using a ladder, carry out pre-use checks to identify any defects or damages which could prevent safe use. Areas to inspect include the stiles, feet, rungs, steps/treads, platform and locking mechanisms. Make sure the ladder is long enough or high enough for the specific task. Make sure the ground is firm and level and clear of any debris. If the ground is uneven and there is no better point to place it, consider using ladder footings such as the Easi-Dec Ladder Spurs.

4. Always make sure that the user is competent to carry out the work. Competency is essential. Only those who are fully trained in working at height and using equipment such as ladders safely will have the correct skills, knowledge and experience to work safely.

5. And perhaps most importantly of all, always plan the work carefully. Look out for hidden risks, such as , and make a note of them. When working with fragile roofs, consider using a system such as the Easi-Dec Board-Walk, which which allows access from eaves to ridge whilst spreading the load on support battens, providing the user with a safer working position.

Working at height can be dangerous, even at the best of times, so remember, if you are not sure about anything or do not believe you are competent or capable of carrying out the task at hand, always seek professional advice.

For more information about any of the products mentioned, call Easi-Dec on 01767 691812 or use our online contact form.

 

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Revealed: The concerns preventing Brits from owning smart home technology

Revealed: The concerns preventing Brits from owning smart home technology

* ‘Digital assistant’ (71%) is the feature Brits who do not own smart home products are most aware of
* Thereafter, ‘voice recognition/control function’ (64%) is the next best recognised aspect of smart home devices and appliances by smart home tech non-owners
* Contrastingly, the capability of some smart home devices/appliances to ‘make smart decisions based on contents’ (17%), is the least known feature by those who do not use them
* The threat and consequences of a ‘hack/cyber-attack’ (39%) is the biggest concern about smart home devices/appliances, by those who do not have any in their living environment

Smart home devices/appliances which can remotely be controlled over Wi-Fi by smartphones and tables, have conveniently enabled property owners to automate everyday tasks like the recording of gas/electricity consumption, adjustment of room temperatures and control of lights (on or off at set times). In turn, these ‘smart home technologies’ – have provided individuals with more comfort, better energy efficiency and added security within their homes.

The increasing popularity of smart home technology can be exhibited by findings from ‘Tech UK’, who discovered that 44% of UK consumers now astonishingly have more than three smart home products. With regards to the impact of smart home technology, 40% of Brits feel it has improved their standard of living, according to research by ‘Thomas Sanderson’.

Interested in prospective smart home technology adopters, bathroom and showers experts Showerstoyou.co.uk analysed recent findings from YouGov, who surveyed Brits that do not own smart home devices/appliances to find out the smart home product features they are most aware of.

Showerstoyou.co.uk found that ‘digital assistant’ is the feature non-users are most aware of when it comes to smart home devices and appliances at 71%. Perhaps unsurprising this ranked top, given digital assistants such as Amazon’s Alexa (e.g. on Amazon Echo) and Apple’s Siri (on e.g. on Apple Homepod) having a prominent presence in each company’s respective advertisement/promotion campaigns.

Thereafter, ‘voice recognition/control function’ (64%) is the next best recognised aspect of smart home devices and appliances according to Brits who do not own any in their house.

Moreover, with many consumers hesitant to purchase a smart home product due to the supposed negative impact they think it will have on their energy bill – just 38% understand they have the ‘ability to regulate power use’ on certain smart devices and appliances to overcome this apparent problem.

Contrastingly, the capability of some smart home devices/appliances to ‘make smart decisions based on contents’ (17%), is the least known feature by non-owners. Slightly above, only 19% of Brits not in possession of any smart home technology, acknowledge that they can gain ‘feedback on processes’ about the information, methods, instructions or tasks they have inquired about on topics/issues related or not-related to the smart home device/appliance itself.

Further on, the British pubic also revealed their biggest concerns about smart home technology. Showerstoyou found that 39% of Brits are reluctant to buy smart home devices and appliances because they believe they are vulnerable to potentially devasting ‘cyber-attacks/hacking’. Despite an active effort by manufacturers and retailers alike to make smart home technology more affordable, 36% still consider them to be ‘over-priced’. Equally, 36% are worried about ‘data privacy’ when it comes to managing smart home technology – with the risk of a serious cyber-breach potentially exposing their personal details (name, address, bank details etc.) to opportunist criminals.

On the other end of the scale, the need for the ‘internet and electricity to function at the same time’ for smart home technology products to fully work, is influencing 23% of British consumers to not have even one smart device/appliance in their living environment. 27% are being swayed away from smart home technology because they are bothered about ‘getting locked out of devices’ as well as ‘having more passwords/security to remember’.

Martin, the Managing Director of Showerstoyou.co.uk commented:
“Smart home technology has come leaps and bounds over the last decade. Now the market has a range of smart devices and appliances to make everyday tasks at home easier and efficient. As they have advanced in their development, more features have been included to provide added value for existing and potential customers. The research certainly shows that there are features Brits are more aware of than others, despite not owning any smart home technology themselves. Perhaps more interestingly, it highlights how the risk of a cyber-attack or breach, is factoring prominently in the decision-process of consumers to adopt the technology in their home. Looking into the future, as the understanding and security of smart home devices and appliances significantly improves, non-users will undoubtedly become less skeptical and more willing to try the technology”.

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Sensitive outdoor power solutions for Heritage Sites

Sensitive outdoor power solutions for Heritage Sites

World Heritage Sites are places or buildings considered to be of outstanding universal value. Such places are either cultural or natural sites and are thought to have special importance for nations all over the world and their future generations.

The loss or deterioration of such prized locations is considered detrimental to the heritage of nations and their populations. As a result, organisations and conventions have been drawn up to protect the integrity of all Heritage Sites, particularly those which are World Heritage status.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) was established to preserve and protect such Heritage Sites. An international treaty was created in 1972 at the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, seeking to protect World Heritage Sites.

Part of the process of protecting such Heritage Sites includes restoration projects, where Sites’ facilities are updated and upgraded to maintain the integrity of such a cultural/natural site. Having an outdoor power supply that is sensitive to a Heritage Site is essential to preserve its condition and status.

Pop Up Power Supplies® supply a range of retractable service units that provide a safe and secure outdoor power supply, and crucially are sensitive to the local surroundings.

Providing safe outdoor power solutions for Heritage Sites

Our range of pop up power units are fully retractable. When they are needed, the units are raised out of the ground with a simple turning handle. And when they are not needed, they are simply lowered back into the ground. Our range of in ground units (or flip lid units) features a simple open-and-close mechanism where maintenance staff can access the power points via a lid. The power units can be operated with the lids locked down.

Another advantage of the pop up power units and in ground power units above is that their lids are recessed and can accommodate any infill surface material, whether it is stone, paving or grass. This means when the units are retracted they blend seamlessly with the local environment, upholding the integrity and aesthetics of Heritage Sites.

Pop Up Power Supplies’® retractable service units also bring other functional benefits to Heritage Sites, notably an increase in safety. Traditional outdoor power supplies, such as power generators, are hazardous in their operation. Not only can visitors trip over long lengths of trailing power wires, but they also can get dangerously close to the source of electricity i.e. the generator. This poses a potential electrocution hazard.

Our flip lid power units can be carefully positioned so they are able to power nearby outdoor stalls and kiosks easily, with the lid locked down. No trip hazard. No risk of electrocution to nearby visitors. The cables that protrude the units are generally short as kiosks are placed near the power units, and in any case are covered by cable protectors.

Safe, secure outdoor power supply to Chiswick House – Grade 1 Listed Site

Chiswick House is a fantastic example of 18th-century British architecture and a popular tourist attraction. Set in glorious historic gardens, the Heritage Site underwent a £12 million restoration project in 2010.

The Chiswick House and Gardens Trust contacted Pop Up Power Supplies® with a requirement for an outdoor power source to place within the gardens. It was important that the units would not permanently impact on the beautiful aesthetics of the gardens, while being able to provide a safe source of electricity for the outdoor events they hold throughout the year.

Our range of PUPS01 pop up power units were specified and installed throughout the gardens, providing 16A or 32A power supply in both single and three phase sockets, all with RCBO protection. The units were simple to install and only required light excavation to install (in the form of a small digger).

Other palatial locations (beautiful sites but not Heritage status) where our retractable service units have been installed include Hampton Court Palace and Woburn Abbey. At Hampton Court Palace, PUPS02 pop up power units and PUP03 flip lid units were installed in the kitchen garden and PUPS Floorboxes were installed in the Tiltyard Function Room Garden.  At Woburn Abbey, PUPS01 pop up plug sockets were installed.

Read more on the Chiswick House case study here

Pop up power units for outside spaces

The simplicity of specifying the pop up plug sockets means the units are a favourite with architects, contractors, electrical engineers, developers, and marina owners.  Our power units are supplied complete, therefore once they have been designed to the suitable specification, they are delivered to site where all the contractor has to do then is to dig the required hole and install the unit.

If you are a marina owner or working on a Heritage Site and would like further information on how our pop up power units can benefit you, please contact us

popuppower.co.uk

Phone: (+44) 20 8227 0208

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Sensitive outdoor power solutions for Heritage Sites

Sensitive outdoor power solutions for Heritage Sites

World Heritage Sites are places or buildings considered to be of outstanding universal value. Such places are either cultural or natural sites and are thought to have special importance for nations all over the world and their future generations.

The loss or deterioration of such prized locations is considered detrimental to the heritage of nations and their populations. As a result, organisations and conventions have been drawn up to protect the integrity of all Heritage Sites, particularly those which are World Heritage status.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) was established to preserve and protect such Heritage Sites. An international treaty was created in 1972 at the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, seeking to protect World Heritage Sites.

Part of the process of protecting such Heritage Sites includes restoration projects, where Sites’ facilities are updated and upgraded to maintain the integrity of such a cultural/natural site. Having an outdoor power supply that is sensitive to a Heritage Site is essential to preserve its condition and status.

Pop Up Power Supplies® supply a range of retractable service units that provide a safe and secure outdoor power supply, and crucially are sensitive to the local surroundings.

Providing safe outdoor power solutions for Heritage Sites

Our range of pop up power units are fully retractable. When they are needed, the units are raised out of the ground with a simple turning handle. And when they are not needed, they are simply lowered back into the ground. Our range of in ground units (or flip lid units) features a simple open-and-close mechanism where maintenance staff can access the power points via a lid. The power units can be operated with the lids locked down.

Another advantage of the pop up power units and in ground power units above is that their lids are recessed and can accommodate any infill surface material, whether it is stone, paving or grass. This means when the units are retracted they blend seamlessly with the local environment, upholding the integrity and aesthetics of Heritage Sites.

Pop Up Power Supplies’® retractable service units also bring other functional benefits to Heritage Sites, notably an increase in safety. Traditional outdoor power supplies, such as power generators, are hazardous in their operation. Not only can visitors trip over long lengths of trailing power wires, but they also can get dangerously close to the source of electricity i.e. the generator. This poses a potential electrocution hazard.

Our flip lid power units can be carefully positioned so they are able to power nearby outdoor stalls and kiosks easily, with the lid locked down. No trip hazard. No risk of electrocution to nearby visitors. The cables that protrude the units are generally short as kiosks are placed near the power units, and in any case are covered by cable protectors.

Safe, secure outdoor power supply to Chiswick House – Grade 1 Listed Site

Chiswick House is a fantastic example of 18th-century British architecture and a popular tourist attraction. Set in glorious historic gardens, the Heritage Site underwent a £12 million restoration project in 2010.

The Chiswick House and Gardens Trust contacted Pop Up Power Supplies® with a requirement for an outdoor power source to place within the gardens. It was important that the units would not permanently impact on the beautiful aesthetics of the gardens, while being able to provide a safe source of electricity for the outdoor events they hold throughout the year.

Our range of PUPS01 pop up power units were specified and installed throughout the gardens, providing 16A or 32A power supply in both single and three phase sockets, all with RCBO protection. The units were simple to install and only required light excavation to install (in the form of a small digger).

Other palatial locations (beautiful sites but not Heritage status) where our retractable service units have been installed include Hampton Court Palace and Woburn Abbey. At Hampton Court Palace, PUPS02 pop up power units and PUP03 flip lid units were installed in the kitchen garden and PUPS Floorboxes were installed in the Tiltyard Function Room Garden.  At Woburn Abbey, PUPS01 pop up plug sockets were installed.

Read more on the Chiswick House case study here

Pop up power units for outside spaces

The simplicity of specifying the pop up plug sockets means the units are a favourite with architects, contractors, electrical engineers, developers, and marina owners.  Our power units are supplied complete, therefore once they have been designed to the suitable specification, they are delivered to site where all the contractor has to do then is to dig the required hole and install the unit.

If you are a marina owner or working on a Heritage Site and would like further information on how our pop up power units can benefit you, please contact us

popuppower.co.uk

Phone: (+44) 20 8227 0208

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It’s official – heat pumps are taking over

It’s official – heat pumps are taking over

Marketing manager for renewable heating, Sharon Oliver heralds 2018 as the year that marks the start of the transition from gas to heat pump heating for Europe’s homes.

It’s official, 2018 is the year that marks the transition from gas to heat pump. But don’t just take my word for it.

Renewable energy is increasingly becoming a trusted source of heat in domestic environments, with homes installing solar panels in much greater volumes than seen before.

However, when it comes to heating, most houses are still fitted with gas boilers, with many homeowners unaware of the alternative options available.

Thankfully, this trend is changing as the emergence of heat pump technology brings a new wave of domestic heating.

The Numbers Speak Volumes

According to the “European Heat Pump Market and Statistics Report 2017”, the market for heat pumps grew for a third year in a row, rising by 12% or nearly 1 million units.

In Germany heat pumps were installed in 43% of residential buildings in 2017, moving ahead of gas heaters for the first time ever (which represented 42% of installations).

The UK government has forecast one million heat pump sales per year by 2030 and in Finland the geothermal heat pump market size is set to exceed 3GW by 2024. This figure looks very achievable when you consider the fact that over 8,000 people switched from electricity or oil driven heating system to heat pump systems in 2015 alone.

These aren’t just isolated trends – they are happening across most of Europe. Under its government’s “Energy Agenda”, The Netherlands, a long-time gas producer is turning towards the heat pump as it plans to reduce CO2 emissions by 2050. And in Denmark, estimates suggest heat pump sales will go up to 600,000 by 2050 – the year when the nation plans to be completely free of fossil fuels.

Why Now is the Moment?

Heat pumps have long been embraced for their ability to offer a renewable heat incentivisation, a reduction in running costs, increased efficiencies and a pathway to a cleaner, greener future. They are perfect solutions for residential home owners (like the Cosbie-Ross family) looking to reduce energy consumption and save money on bills. They are also increasingly becoming first choice for housing associations (like the Salvation Army Housing Association) because they are designed for retro-fitting, suitable for almost any property, even able to work alongside existing heating systems in a hybrid situation if required.

However, to really explain why 2018 is the inflection point where heat pumps truly start to take over, we need to look deeper than this.

With oil prices at the highest level for the last three years, and the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) programme lifetime extended to 2021, the arguments for adopting heat pumps are growing stronger.

There are some great innovations coming in, not just from the UK but also from global companies that will help to raise standards and contribute to a more dynamic heating market in the UK.

There is also the low-carbon economy roadmap, put in place by the EU. Whatever Brexit ends up meaning, the UK government has already agreed to incorporate EU Law into UK Law, so we will still need to take this roadmap into account.

It declares that by 2050, all members of the EU should cut greenhouse gas emissions to 80%, below the levels produced in 1990. It has also listed a number of milestones required in order to achieve this – 40% emissions cuts by 2030 and 60% by 2040.

Milestones and legislation like this are helping to shift the continent’s reliance away from its ageing gas supply chain, whilst also creating a sustainable future for off-grid homes – where heat pumps can once again offer a happy alternative to bulky fuel delivery and storage.

This article was originally featured on The Hub.  To continue reading the next segment, ‘The Future for Heat Pumps’, visit: https://les.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/the-hub/heat-pumps-taking-over

 

 

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It’s official – heat pumps are taking over

It’s official – heat pumps are taking over

Marketing manager for renewable heating, Sharon Oliver heralds 2018 as the year that marks the start of the transition from gas to heat pump heating for Europe’s homes.

It’s official, 2018 is the year that marks the transition from gas to heat pump. But don’t just take my word for it.

Renewable energy is increasingly becoming a trusted source of heat in domestic environments, with homes installing solar panels in much greater volumes than seen before.

However, when it comes to heating, most houses are still fitted with gas boilers, with many homeowners unaware of the alternative options available.

Thankfully, this trend is changing as the emergence of heat pump technology brings a new wave of domestic heating.

The Numbers Speak Volumes

According to the “European Heat Pump Market and Statistics Report 2017”, the market for heat pumps grew for a third year in a row, rising by 12% or nearly 1 million units.

In Germany heat pumps were installed in 43% of residential buildings in 2017, moving ahead of gas heaters for the first time ever (which represented 42% of installations).

The UK government has forecast one million heat pump sales per year by 2030 and in Finland the geothermal heat pump market size is set to exceed 3GW by 2024. This figure looks very achievable when you consider the fact that over 8,000 people switched from electricity or oil driven heating system to heat pump systems in 2015 alone.

These aren’t just isolated trends – they are happening across most of Europe. Under its government’s “Energy Agenda”, The Netherlands, a long-time gas producer is turning towards the heat pump as it plans to reduce CO2 emissions by 2050. And in Denmark, estimates suggest heat pump sales will go up to 600,000 by 2050 – the year when the nation plans to be completely free of fossil fuels.

Why Now is the Moment?

Heat pumps have long been embraced for their ability to offer a renewable heat incentivisation, a reduction in running costs, increased efficiencies and a pathway to a cleaner, greener future. They are perfect solutions for residential home owners (like the Cosbie-Ross family) looking to reduce energy consumption and save money on bills. They are also increasingly becoming first choice for housing associations (like the Salvation Army Housing Association) because they are designed for retro-fitting, suitable for almost any property, even able to work alongside existing heating systems in a hybrid situation if required.

However, to really explain why 2018 is the inflection point where heat pumps truly start to take over, we need to look deeper than this.

With oil prices at the highest level for the last three years, and the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) programme lifetime extended to 2021, the arguments for adopting heat pumps are growing stronger.

There are some great innovations coming in, not just from the UK but also from global companies that will help to raise standards and contribute to a more dynamic heating market in the UK.

There is also the low-carbon economy roadmap, put in place by the EU. Whatever Brexit ends up meaning, the UK government has already agreed to incorporate EU Law into UK Law, so we will still need to take this roadmap into account.

It declares that by 2050, all members of the EU should cut greenhouse gas emissions to 80%, below the levels produced in 1990. It has also listed a number of milestones required in order to achieve this – 40% emissions cuts by 2030 and 60% by 2040.

Milestones and legislation like this are helping to shift the continent’s reliance away from its ageing gas supply chain, whilst also creating a sustainable future for off-grid homes – where heat pumps can once again offer a happy alternative to bulky fuel delivery and storage.

This article was originally featured on The Hub.  To continue reading the next segment, ‘The Future for Heat Pumps’, visit: https://les.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/the-hub/heat-pumps-taking-over

 

 

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Nortech launches new product catalogue

Nortech launches new product catalogue

People and Vehicle Access control system specialists Nortech has recently introduced a new 24-page product catalogue to help specifiers find the right products for their projects. It has been divided into four product categories: Access Control, Readers and ID Devices; Long Range Identification; and Vehicle Detection and Parking.

The Access Control section covers all of Nortech’s best-selling access system range including standalone control devices for managing one or two doors, plus fully online Norpass access management system.

The Readers & ID Devices section highlights an extensive choice of 125-KHz proximity, 13.5-MHz smartcard and 865-MHz UHF technologies readers, whereas the Long-Range Identification section features Nedap’s popular Automatic Number Plate Recognition ANPR, ANPR HD, uPass Reach, uPass Target, and TRANSIT Ultimate readers.

The final section covers vehicle detection and parking. This includes Nortech’s popular inductive loop detectors range, FeeMaster Smart, NorParc Counting system including VMS counting signs.

The catalogue also features a number of new products; including:

• MACE Reader range – This range include the popular MACE Reader MM, MACE Reader MM QR, MACE Smart using MACE Virtual identification credential, effectively a smart phone / card reader that supports – QR Codes, Bluetooth, NFC, Smart and Prox cards.

• uPASS Target Antenna – By adding the uPASS Target Antenna to the uPASS Target reader the read range can be extended to cover a wider area. This is an ideal solution for existing or new uPASS Target installations.

• VMS–RGB-10A range – Nortech offers a range of standard and multi-level RGB high intensity signs that are fully compliant with European VMS standard EN12966. The signs can be used in standalone counting solutions with Nortech’s NCT100 counting controllers, or used with NCT200 counting controllers and NorParc Software.

Nortech has supplied products and solutions to the security industry for over 25 years as an independent British company. The company uses extensive experience and expertise to create new security products to fit their clients’ needs and designs everything with the customer in mind.

information is available from Nortech on 01633 485533 or by emailing sales@nortechcontrol.com or the new catalogue can be downloaded by visiting the company’s website at https://www.nortechcontrol.com/media/39014/2018-product-catalogue-1802.pdf

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Nortech launches new product catalogue

Nortech launches new product catalogue

People and Vehicle Access control system specialists Nortech has recently introduced a new 24-page product catalogue to help specifiers find the right products for their projects. It has been divided into four product categories: Access Control, Readers and ID Devices; Long Range Identification; and Vehicle Detection and Parking.

The Access Control section covers all of Nortech’s best-selling access system range including standalone control devices for managing one or two doors, plus fully online Norpass access management system.

The Readers & ID Devices section highlights an extensive choice of 125-KHz proximity, 13.5-MHz smartcard and 865-MHz UHF technologies readers, whereas the Long-Range Identification section features Nedap’s popular Automatic Number Plate Recognition ANPR, ANPR HD, uPass Reach, uPass Target, and TRANSIT Ultimate readers.

The final section covers vehicle detection and parking. This includes Nortech’s popular inductive loop detectors range, FeeMaster Smart, NorParc Counting system including VMS counting signs.

The catalogue also features a number of new products; including:

• MACE Reader range – This range include the popular MACE Reader MM, MACE Reader MM QR, MACE Smart using MACE Virtual identification credential, effectively a smart phone / card reader that supports – QR Codes, Bluetooth, NFC, Smart and Prox cards.

• uPASS Target Antenna – By adding the uPASS Target Antenna to the uPASS Target reader the read range can be extended to cover a wider area. This is an ideal solution for existing or new uPASS Target installations.

• VMS–RGB-10A range – Nortech offers a range of standard and multi-level RGB high intensity signs that are fully compliant with European VMS standard EN12966. The signs can be used in standalone counting solutions with Nortech’s NCT100 counting controllers, or used with NCT200 counting controllers and NorParc Software.

Nortech has supplied products and solutions to the security industry for over 25 years as an independent British company. The company uses extensive experience and expertise to create new security products to fit their clients’ needs and designs everything with the customer in mind.

information is available from Nortech on 01633 485533 or by emailing sales@nortechcontrol.com or the new catalogue can be downloaded by visiting the company’s website at https://www.nortechcontrol.com/media/39014/2018-product-catalogue-1802.pdf

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