Design Buy Build Issue 38 2019 | Page 37

Editor’s Choice A functional and aesthetic facade for an award-winning building A vast regeneration project for Lincoln City Centre has resulted in a modern and effective transport hub for both visitors and residents, with a pedestrian plaza, retail space and a bus station. The single largest element of the project is the 1,000-space six-level multi-storey car park. The facade of the car park has been created with 3,600 m2 of expanded metal and 400 m2 of perforated sheets, with the Lincoln coat of arms and fleur-de-lis reproduced on to the perforated panels by means of RMIG ImagePerf technology. The inspirational style of the building and its architectural merits have resulted in the award for Best New Car Park at the British Parking Awards. Technical characteristics Raw material: ALU EN 1050 H14/H24 Pattern: LTH200x76x30x3 & RMIG ImagePerf Thickness: 3.0 mm Finishing operations: Bending Surface treatment: Powder coating (Syntha Pulvin Anodite 547) For further information or if you are interested in our CPD presentation ‘Perforation in Architecture’ contact [email protected] Tel: 01925 839610 www.city-emotion.com Celebrating 25 years of excellence in the UK Improve your family home, Crocodile style. Construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong- Tie is celebrating 25 years in the UK, helping people build safer, stronger homes and structures. Simpson launched its European operations from well-established beginnings in America, where founder Barclay Simpson created his first joist hanger back in 1956. In 1998 a purpose-built manufacturing facility and head office opened in Tamworth, and subsequent acquisitions in the UK, Germany, France and Denmark have established Simpson as a European industry leader. In 2009 Simpsons’ UKAS accredited European Testing Laboratory opened, which now conducts over 10,000 product tests annually. Managing Director Malcolm Paulson says, “We believe that if we invest in our people our customers will reap the benefits. SPRING Buy Now Pay Later * 19.9% APR Representat ive In my 14 years in role, I’ve seen the business grow and flourish. Our range has extended to include engineered structural connectors, fasteners and fastening systems, lateral-force resisting systems and bespoke one-off products. The exciting thing is that recent European acquisitions in the concrete repair market can only help us grow even further, bringing the quality and service for which weíre known into new markets. Homecomings and goings are so much easier with a Crocodile Automatic Garage Door. Smart in appearance and ingeniously space-saving in operation. Adding style, security and perhaps even value to your home it’s the perfect combination of design and function. Call Crocodile today and fi nd out how quick and easy Designed and they are to install. FREE FITTING** In 25 years we’ve grown to over 600 employees with a presence in most European countries, helping make Simpson Strong- Tie the business it is today.” Made in Britain Call Freephone 08000 11 22 34 Or visit crocodile.co.uk *Credit is available and is subject to status and aff ordability. Terms and conditions apply.  Crocodile Products Ltd, Spring Garden Mill, New Street, Milnsbridge, Huddersfi eld, HD3 4LN (Register no. 831361) is a credit broker and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit provided by Hitachi Personal Finance, a trading style of Hitachi Capital (UK) PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Register no. 704348). **Subject to terms and conditions. www.strongtie.co.uk 37