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Acrylic Stone

James Latham offers a solid solution with
CPD Seminars
As the exclusive
distributor for
HI-MACS® Solid
Surface in the UK
and Ireland,
James Latham
now offers a
Continuing
Professional
Development
(CPD) seminar on
acrylic based solid
surfaces.
HI-MACS® was used extensively in the recent refurbishment of the £75m Science Centre in Glasgow

Created specifically for architects and designers, the seminar provides a greater understanding of this
versatile material and it’s potential applications and will assist with specifications and material choices.
The session covers a number of areas including; raw materials, an overview of sheet manufacturing
techniques, an overview of fabrication techniques, plus commercial and residential applications
(material usage) including thermoforming and translucency and there will be a live demonstration
showing how HI-MACS® can be curved.
James Latham’s HI-MACS® Product Manager for Ireland, Fraser McLauchlan will be delivering the
CPD seminars at Direct Contact’s ‘Meet The Experts’ Technical Forums in Cork on 8th April, Port Laois
on 9th April and Dublin on 10th April and anyone interested in registering for these events should call
01630 673000 or go to www.dcecpd.co.uk
A highly versatile an extremely durable material, HI-MACS® solid surface can be easily maintained
and thermoformed to almost any 3D-shape imaginable, offering endless design possibilities to
architects and designers, creating a surface that is flowing, functional and visually seamless.
Even large-area installations have the appearance of a single application. Recently, the stunningly
futuristic reception area of Sky TV’s impressive London HQ utilised HI-MACS® solid surface for their
centrepiece reception desk. The desk, which was fabricated by the Deluxe Group of Portadown was
thermo-formed into a spectacular concave form, with a sweeping translucent Perspex inset centre
panel. The entire effect is dramatically 3D enhanced by clever back-lit LED lighting.
HI-MACS® was ideal for this project as BSkyB required
an extremely glossy and reflective material. It was also
specified by Head Roberts & Associates - the architects
which appointed the Deluxe Group - for its high durability
characteristics, along with easy maintenance and being
impervious to moisture. Coupled with its versatility, these
exceptional technical features mean HI-MACS® will not
look tired or deteriorate in terms of its appearance or
performance, ensuring it continues to create an immediate
and unforgettable impression on visitors to Sky TV’s
headquarters for many years to come.
HI-MACS® is supplied in thicknesses of 12mm, 9mm and
6mm, HI-MACS® is available in 98 colours. In addition,
the extensive HI-MACS® portfolio now also includes 22
designs of sinks and 13 vanity basins - available in over 60
colours.

SKY TV’s impressive London HQ utilised
HI-MACS® solid surface for their centrepiece
reception desk

Architects and interior designers will also be keen to know
that the full range of HI-MACS® colours is now available
for download in CAD software-compatible format by visiting
www.himacsuk.co.uk

HI-MACS® solid surface is distributed exclusively in the UK and
Ireland by James Latham

www.lathamtimber.co.uk
www.himacsuk.co.uk

0116 2573415

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