Archetech Issue 26 2016 | Page 29

Working with nature Sioo:x are leaders in wood protection using silicate technology. We provide a highly effective proven system to protect wood of all types. It gives long life and a beautiful natural surface with even colouration and is friendly to people and the environment. An example of a Sioo:x project is the larch house Lentran project in Scotland. Made in Sweden Sioo Wood Protection AB | Tel: +44(0)7788 542859 | E: [email protected] | www.sioo.co.uk Environmentally friendly London’s Iconic Lighthouse Building - From mysterious past to bright future Neighbouring Kings Cross, sits the iconic Grade II Listed Flat-Iron Lighthouse building which has been transformed into office and retail space with the assistance of Selectaglaze. Constructed somewhere between 1875 – 1884 it has been neglected for over 20 years. UK Real Estate took on the task of restoring the building for its new purpose as office and retail space and appointed Balfour Beatty as its main contractor. The project wasn’t without challenges, with two underground tunnels running beneath; the building’s restoration had to be carefully managed, including tackling the issues of noise and vibrations. When there is a gap between the primary and secondary glazing of at least 100mm a noise reduction of 45dB is possible. Selectaglaze units are a reversible adaptation and are accepted by most heritage bodies. Selectaglaze will be at London Build Stand No: P21, the 26th – 27th October. For further information, please contact Selectaglaze on 01727 837271/e mail: [email protected] or visit: www.selectaglaze.co.uk Page 29 - Archetech The solution to the extensive vibration issues was to isolate all internal fixtures and fittings by inserting elastomeric bearing pads at all points of contact with the external structure. Secondary glazing was an intrinsic component of this solution as a fully independent internal window system allows the full sealing of the internal envelope. Selectaglaze is the specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of secondary glazing, with fifty years’ experience working on all building types. Selectaglaze recommended the use of 8mm toughened glass, glazed to Series 25 and Series 90 vertical sliders and Series 41 lift out units, designed to suit the style and sightlines of the primary window. In total Selectaglaze installed 83 units.