Archetech Issue 38 2018 | Page 29

ANCON LAUNCHES IMPROVED IHR HEAD RESTRAINT TO ACCOMMODATE 75MM GAPS ANCON, winner of the 2018 Queen’s Award for Innovation, has re-engineered its IHR internal head restraint to accommodate gaps at the wall head of up to 75mm, extending the previous maximum of 50mm. Head Restraints provide a simple support at the top of masonry panels. They are typically installed in the inner leaf of blockwork on a framed structure, where the masonry is non-loadbearing. Replacement Balustrade A great many character or period properties have stone balustrade incorporated into their design. These balustrades make a large visual impact, but they also have a practical purpose as barriers and screens. A common cause for the demise of a balustrade is the presence of water. Many original balustrades were made from arti- ficial stonework such as Roman Cement, Concrete and Stucco. These were often reinforced with iron or mild steel bars which rust and expand when exposed to water over a long period. Ancon IHR’s comprise an L-shaped channel section, fitted in the bed joint and perpendicular joint of the top masonry course, and a second sliding component, fixed to the underside of the structural frame. The sliding top section is available in two lengths; one length to suit 25-50mm gaps and a longer length for 51-75mm gaps, ideal where a fire or acoustic barrier is being installed or greater deflections are expected in the primary structure. Other balustrades were made of natural stone such as Portland Stone or Bath Stone. While these types of balustrade do not suffer from ‘blown’ reinforcing, they do have a finite life span and the surface of stonework will often delaminate or form powdery patches. Design resistances are available for this new improved IHR range, based on independent product testing. This information is available in the Ancon Wall Ties and Restraint Fixings technical literature. Tel: 01634 711617 Email: [email protected] Web: www.kentbalusters.co.uk Web: www.ancon.co.uk/IHR Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0114 275 5224 ANY ROOM CAN BE A BEDROOM WITH A WALLBEDKING WALL BED WallBedKing is the leading manufacturer of beautifully constructed WallBeds in Europe. The sleek and high quality Wall beds can be installed easily and fitted to any wall or floor; allowing them to be opened or closed within a matter of seconds. The innovative bed frames constructed by WallBedKing allow any room to instantly become a bedroom and intelligently maximises the space to create multi-use rooms that avoid clutter. WallBedKing is uniquely discerning about the quality, and durability of the components used in the construction of its wall beds. Only the most technologically sound and rigorously tested materials are used. Additionally, the huge range of 24 different sizes of wall bed stocked by WallBedKing, to fit any space or creative vision, allows for a great deal of versatility in your design project. All sizes are kept in stock and available in their London warehouse and unlike most wall bed manufacturers, they can therefore deliver products, even in bulk, quickly to avoid any inconvenient delays. Trade customers also benefit from significant trade discounts and offers. Currently you can enjoy a 15% trade discount with the code ‘TRADE15’ and further trade discounts are available directly from WallBedKing on 01928 583 469 or e-mail. WallBedKing pride themselves on answering customer questions and requests fully and in a timely manner and offer a 30-day money back guarantee. Reclaim the Space with WallBedKing! www.wallbedking.co.uk After extensive testing, WallBedKing resolved to use modern gas piston technology rather than bulky and out-dated spring mechanisms, for the raising and lowering of wall bed frames, on all of its products. The gas piston technology means a super smooth transition when opening wall beds and with the most minimal finger-light effort. This technology requires no maintenance and comes with an unrivalled lifetime warranty. It is perhaps a combination of all these factors along with an emphasis on outstanding customer service, that generate the consistently high level of customer satisfaction enjoyed by those who have purchased from WallBedKing.