Doors & Windows
SOUNDING THE ALARM ON PART F COMPLIANCE |
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» OWEN COOP, CEO OF LEADING independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco, has sounded the alarm on using disclaimers to avoid installing trickle vents as a means of complying with Part F of Building Regulations.
Owen says:“ A recent report from RISA, which inspects window and door installations for compliance with Building Regulations and FENSA requirements, notes instances of signed disclaimers being provided as a means of avoiding fitting trickle vents. But it’ s very clear that these disclaimers are not valid. Installations will be non-compliant and installers put their businesses at real risk if they use them.” Owen cites guidance issued by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities when the regulations came into force.
“ The guidance explicitly stated that disclaimers and indemnities would not cover installers. It said:‘ A disclaimer signed
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by the homeowner stating that they do not wish to have background ventilators or that they will be installed in future is not a suitable way of complying with the Building Regulations. Work must comply with the Building Regulations and competent person schemes must monitor their registrants and take action against any registrant who is found to have carried |
out non-compliant work. Purchasing an indemnity policy is also not a suitable alternative to meeting the requirements of the Building Regulations in full.’”
The research from RISA finds that over a quarter of inspection failures are due to non-compliance with Document F, which suggests the regulations are taking a while to bed in.
Owen offers reassurance, saying:“ Here at Carl F Groupco, we’ re on hand to support our customers to ensure they comply with industry regulations. Our team is highly knowledgeable and experienced so we can offer all the guidance, input and advice that’ s required.”
Alongside valuable technical expertise, the company also offers a comprehensive range of trickle vents. It includes the popular Glazpart Link Vent MK II, as well as options from Yale, RW Simon Ltd and Greenwood.
www. carlfgroupco. co. uk
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Reaching new heights with curtain wall launch
» KESTREL ALUMINIUM SYSTEMS IS proud to announce the launch of its new 50CW curtain wall system. Designed for all building types from ground floor to high rise projects, this system marks Kestrel’ s expansion into the wider curtain wall market, offering a high-performance and cost-effective solution for aluminium fabricators across the UK.
Engineered to deliver outstanding performance, the 50CW system has been rigorously tested in accordance with BS EN 13830. This ensures exceptional resistance to wind, water, and air infiltration, while providing high thermal properties as low as Uf 0.88 W / m 2 K.
The transom-to-transom façade design significantly reduces material waste, as fabricators can use the same profile for both mullions and transoms. A single, universal glazing rebate gasket, used on both mullion and transom, simplifies stock management and installation.
Innovation of the gasket design provides any number of drainage levels for maximum
design freedom and maintains the overlap drainage principle at all joints. Combined with the flex injection assembly process, consistent and reliable sealing of these connections is ensured. This reduces fabrication time and optimises performance in demanding commercial applications.
Designed to integrate seamlessly with Kestrel’ s existing product range, the new curtain wall system complements the company’ s 75mm window and ground floor treatments, as well as its commercial door systems. This provides a visually consistent and practical solution for complete façade projects.
“ We are delighted to introduce the 50CW, our latest, advanced curtain wall system,” said Crispin Jedrzejewski, Head of Technical & Design at Kestrel Aluminium Systems.“ Our approach focuses on delivering performance-driven, easy-to-fabricate solutions that meet the evolving needs of the UK construction market. The 50CW offers fabricators a robust, efficient, and high-quality system that delivers flexibility and longevity.”
With its combination of exceptional performance, easy fabrication, and seamless compatibility with other Kestrel products, this new curtain wall system is set to become a game-changer for fabricators looking for a reliable and versatile façade solution.
www. kestrelaluminium. co. uk / 50cw-curtain-wall /
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