RECENT PRODUCT NEWS
Line-type detector ‘offers effective fire protection in harsh environments’
Fire safety and fire detection specialist, Patol, says that ‘in certain environments conventional fire detection systems’ physical limitations mean they do not offer the required protection’, and in such settings its SecuriSens ADW 535 line-type heat detector ‘becomes a potential option’.
UVC water trap disinfector tackles multi-drug-resistant bacteria
DDC Dolphin has launched new technology designed to stop the spread of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria in what is says are ‘among the most contaminated areas in hospitals’ – sink water traps.
Insulation jackets for enhanced energy efficiency
Spirax Sarco, a ‘global leader’ in steam system engineering and solutions, says its ‘advanced new range’ of insulation jackets are ‘designed to optimise energy efficiency and reduce heat loss in industrial processes, and represent a significant advancement in insulation capability’.
Sponsored: We’ve unified our brands
From bringing the UK’s first commercial condensing boiler to the market in 1983 to introducing high efficiency heat pumps to create hybrid systems and trial the first 100% hydrogen commercial boiler, Baxi’s portfolio includes some of the best-known and most-respected brand in the heating industry. We are proud of our heritage and have always been at the cutting edge of innovation. Today, this is more important than ever, and we are actively working with industry bodies and government to help shape the heating industry of the future as we move towards net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Visqueen expands fire protection range
Visqueen – which says that its air and vapour control layer system ‘combines strength, flexibility, and easy installation while exceeding current national fire safety regulations’ – has expanded its fire protection range by launching Visqueen Class B FR Vapour Check, an air and vapour control layer (AVCL).
Aermec introduces ‘next generation’ of active chilled beams
With hospitals by their nature energy-intensive, Aermec claims says its new EHT active chilled beam offers ‘clean healthy air, acoustic comfort, and reduced energy consumption, while respecting the environment’.
Door, window, and security technology highlighted
Architects, architectural ironmongers, and specifiers, will be able to ‘choose the right product for the job’ thanks to the updated Product Guide and Price List from GEZE UK, the door, window, and security technology specialist says.
Rainscreen product is now BBA approved
Rockwool has been accredited with the British Board of Agrément (BBA) Agrément Certificate for its NyRock Rainscreen 032 product.
New ‘AI-assisted’ MRI scanner aims to speed procedures and clinical flow
A new MRI system designed to move patients more efficiently through the diagnostic imaging journey, ‘from waiting room, to scan room, to home’, has been introduced into the UK healthcare marketplace.
Hamworthy’s first ever air source heat pump launched at Brooklands Hall
Hamworthy Heating’s first ever air source heat pump was recently launched at Mercedes-Benz World in Weybridge in Surrey, where guests had the opportunity to ‘get hands-on’ with the new system.
Armitage Shanks debuts new clinical product innovations
Armitage Shanks unveiled its latest product innovations – including a new clinical washbasin (pictured) and prototype for a TMV (thermostatic mixing valve) shower tower, at this year’s Healthcare Estates exhibition in Manchester.
Where the hospital beds go – the furniture is sure to follow
Specialist healthcare manufacturer, David Bailey, says that in its field, one of the key aftermaths of the COVID pandemic is that wards now have to be ‘more flexible than ever’, with the ability to adapt – ‘sometimes in just a few hours’ – to the rapidly changing needs of patients.
Door designed to prevent unauthorised access ‘by stealth’ introduced
Assa Abloy Abloy Opening Solutions Door Group has launched the new Powershield Rathlin door, which is LPS 2081-certified, and is designed to prevent unauthorised access ‘by various physical security products’ when targeted by intruders using stealth.
Healthcare remote alarm indicator and control panel launched
The new Bender Comtraxx CP305 alarm indicator and control panel are designed to display the status of the medical IT system and notify clinical and maintenance teams of any faults in a safe and timely manner.
Knightsbridge ‘goes full tilt’ with configurable LED downlights
Knightsbridge has ‘taken the next step in its lighting evolution’ with the addition of the SpektroLED Tilt downlight to the configurable Knightsbridge SpektroLED series.
Cistermiser tackles leaky toilets head-on
Cistermiser claims its new EasyFlushEVO range will ‘revolutionise’ WC flushing, ‘by bringing together the previously unattainable benefits of non-touch and leak-free flushing’.
Wireless access control enables ‘intelligent lockdown’
Abloy UK is highlighting the functionality of its SMARTair wireless access control solution, which it says gives Facilities managers full control to lock down access to areas of, or an entire building, quickly and safely in an emergency.
Buckinghamshire Trust to upgrade hospital messaging and communication systems
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust has selected Multitone Electronics to supply and implement a range of integrated critical messaging solutions.
Medical shower filter’s proven efficacy
A new 31-Day Medical Shower Filter from Danish water filtration manufacturer, T-safe, has a compact, ergonomic, and lightweight design.
AI liquid sensor business attracts new backers
InferSens, a Machine Learning-based sensor business described as ‘ground-breaking’, has attracted substantial new investment to ‘set it up for success’ in the FM and building services sectors.
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