Duplo from Roca simplifies wall-hung solutions

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The new Duplo installation systems from Roca offer a versatile, easy to fit wall-hung solutions for all situations.

Available in three versions, the Duplo WC frame is suitable for most bathroom spaces, while the Duplo WC L provides a solution for height restricted areas as it can be fitted under a window. For bathrooms with limited room, the Duplo WC Compact maximises on space, with a slim-line tank thickness of 80mm.

The stainless steel Duplo frame is simple to install, and it offers a sturdy, durable hanging system that can hold up to 400kg in weight. The frame’s adjustable feet also enable the sanitaryware to be installed at a range of heights, to maximise comfort for the user.

Maintenance is also made simple, with ease of access to the cistern via the push plate to minimise labour time and disruption.

Each installation system is supplied with a dual flush concealed cistern, which is insulated to reduce condensation and to keep noise levels to a minimum. Suitable for low pressure areas, the cisterns have WRAS approval pending, with flush volumes of 6/3litres and 4.5/3litres helping to reduce water wastage in domestic and commercial situations.

Compatible with Roca’s complete range of wall-hung WC pans, the Duplo installation systems can be combined with a variety of different push plates in a range of styles for the perfect finishing touch.

www.uk.roca.com

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Levelogger App for Android Released

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Solinst Canada Ltd. is pleased to announce the release of a new version of the Solinst Levelogger App that is compatible with Android smart devices.

The Solinst Levelogger App makes water level data collection and sharing, as well as programming Levelogger dataloggers in the field, convenient and efficient.

With the Levelogger App Interface, Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to connect your Levelogger to your smartphone or tablet. The Levelogger App Interface simply threads onto the end of a Levelogger’s Direct Read Cable, or an Adaptor, and is paired with your smart device running the Solinst Levelogger App. The Solinst Levelogger App is available free to download on Google Play.

Using the Solinst Levelogger App, you can start and stop your connected Levelogger, download logged data, view real-time data, and program your Levelogger with all the same options found in the Levelogger PC Software. Programming options include linear, event, and schedule sampling; future start and stop times; project, location, and GPS coordinates; and continuous and compressed memory options.

Downloaded data and real-time data can be viewed on you smart device; data logs can be shared instantly via e-mails, or exported directly to your PC when you get back to the office. The Levelogger PC Software can be used to easily perform barometric compensation and other data adjustments, if required.

The Solinst Levelogger App makes data collection, management and sharing from the field quick and easy.  The system is compact – no need to bring a laptop or bulky equipment to the field – and employs the convenience of handheld smart devices that you are already using daily.

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New home registrations rose 9% in May

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House-building output continues to show year-on-year growth with new home registrations continue rising strongly in May, according to new figures from the NHBC.

During May 2015, there were 14,392 new homes registered with the National House Building Council. That is a 9% increase on the 13,194 homes registered in the same month last year.

It is also a 6% month-on-month rise; there were 12,459 new homes registered with the NHBC in April 2015.

There were 11,162 private sector registrations in May 2015, up from 10,198 in May 2014. Public sector registrations also rose, reaching 3,230, up 8% from 2,996 last year.

For the rolling quarter March to May 2015, registrations increased by 15% compared to the same period last year to 43,987 (38,247 in 2014).

The private sector increased by 17% during this period (33,046 in 2015; 28,216 in 2014), with the public and affordable sector also up by 9% (10,941 in 2015; 10,031 in 2014).

NHBC chief executive Mike Quinton said:

“So far in 2015 we have seen new home registrations remain consistently ahead of 2014 levels, which is clearly encouraging news for the industry.

“There have also been signs that the public and affordable sector is continuing to improve while the uncertainty predicted by some around the period of the general election failed to materialise, with steady growth a constant feature throughout the year to date.”

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Team Baxi Raises £3K for Marie Curie

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Staff members from boiler manufacturer, Baxi, cycled a total of 600km overnight last Saturday and Sunday, June 6 and 7, to raise over £3,000 for nominated charity Marie Curie.

Following weeks of tough training, the geared-up team of ten joined over 3,000 others at London’s Lee Valley VeloPark to take part in the annual Nightrider fundraising event. Beginning their challenge at 11.30pm, each member cycled a 60km (approximately 40 miles) route through the city, starting and finishing at the VeloPark and taking in over 50 of the capital’s tourist sights.

The event is a major fundraiser for hundreds of great causes, including Marie Curie, which is Baxi’s corporate charity for 2015.

Danny Rayner, one of the riders, said:

“Baxi is dedicated to giving back to the community and to charity as much as we can. We chose to continue to support the Marie Curie charity this year as we wanted to help it in its mission to continue offering vital care and assistance to people living with a terminal illness and their families.

“The London Nightrider event was a fun, yet challenging way to raise essential funds while offering Baxi team members the opportunity to do something together outside of their normal work environment.

“The support from our sponsors has been phenomenal and has also helped us smash through our original fundraising target of £1,750, so we’d like to offer our thanks to everyone.”

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The Baxi Nightrider team members were: Abigail Rickman, Louise Bull, Sharon Dickinson, Neil Addy, Scott Clark, Craig Hunter, Michael Martin, Jason Vaughan, Dave Willetts and Danny Rayner.

Marie Curie provides care and support for more than 40,000 terminally ill people and their families in the UK each year.

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A Perfect Fit from Schmidt

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Schmidt, one of Europe’s leading kitchen furniture manufacturers, is offering a new made-to-fit solution called, Perfect Fit.

Perfect Fit is a concept that fits a space down to the last millimetre at no extra cost. From floor-to-ceiling cabinets that make the most of a high ceiling to pull-out shelves with insert drawers, full height doors and bespoke units, every inch is utilised.

Almost all of the European kitchen furniture factories offer some form of range customization, often referred to as ‘specials’, and also often with a hefty price tag as well. With Schmidt however, there is no extra charge for the first three bespoke units.

Schmidt says its Perfect Fit solution offers custom-made design with bespoke elements to suit all budgets. Consumers can choose from one of the many kitchen collections available then, where applicable, Schmidt will manufacture additional units to suit the space, such as filling (to the millimetre) any narrow gaps at the end of a run.

And as there’s no extra charge for the first three bespoke units, careful kitchen planning can make Perfect Fit an affordable solution to creating a perfect fit.

Schmidt kitchens usually retail from around £7,300.

www.schmidt-kitchens.com

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