Archetech Issue 22 2016 | Page 111

5 13 14 16 15 14 15 16 Build Earth Live 2016 Clarke Instruments Ltd Build Earth Live 2016 will challenge teams from across the world to compete against one another to design a Hyperloop station. The Hyperloop is a cutting-edge rail concept that will see the mode of transportation travel at a whopping 700 miles per hour. The original Hyperloop idea was unveiled by Elon Musk in 2013, who said it could take passengers the 380 miles (610km) from LA to San Francisco in 30 minutes half the time it takes a plane. NEW Fused Switched Spur with Countdown Timer Solispost solar powered bollards light the way Clarke Instruments Ltd for control of access: manufacturers of turnstiles, vehicle barriers, gate automation, electric strikes, solenoid bolts and gate locks: repair and refurbishment services: installers of access control systems. Our aim is to provide our customers with innovative, practical solutions to the control of access without compromising on quality, reliability or durability. GreenBrook’s new fused connection unit with a countdown timer is ideal for use with all heating, hot water and lighting systems, including LED. With a flexible boost time ranging from 15 minutes to 23 hours; this products is suitable for typical domestic use (immersion heaters, panel heaters, electric towel rails) however offering an additional advantage for Landlords and Facilities Managers looking to control their electricity consumption. There is also an option to password protect the chosen timings so they cannot be overridden. Fourteen solispost solar powered lighting bollards have been installed at Saint Hill Manor, East Grinstead, East Sussex lighting the pathway from the car park to the main building. The solispost bollards were specified by landscape architects, Enplan as part of improvements to the grounds at Saint Hill. During the next few months leading up to the competition, teams from around the world will get set to compete for global recognition within the AEC community. So book out 11-15th April from your diary and get your team ready to Build Earth Live. W: www.buildearthlive.com Our premium quality products are all based on the original design concepts of the company founder, Dr Walter Clarke, and are proven to last. They are built by craftsmen at our factory in Salisbury to the highest quality standards (ISO9001) Protecting your assets! W: www.clarke-inst.com T: 01722 323451 E: [email protected] This product is designed to fit into a 25mm, 35mm or 40mm back box (an additional pattress is suppled for mounting on a 25mm). W: www.greenbrook.co.uk Minimal disturbance was caused during installation at the fine 18th century building. Needing no connection to the grid or to a generator, the solar powered solisposts required only the installation of a sub-surface baseplate. Solispost offers a very attractive overall cost of ownership. With no trenching required, supply and installation costs are typically about 25% lower than for conventional bollards. W: www.solispost.com Page 111 - Archetech 13