MONTH IN FM
The century-old Spanish City building in Whitley Bay has
undergone extensive refurbishment, including the installation of
Sto’s external wall insulation, finishing render and innovative paint
technology. (Picture courtesy of www.graeme-peacock.com)
fog-basking beetle, the StoColor Dryonic paint
uses a special composition of binding agents and
filler material to create a micro-textured surface
which instantly repels water and simultaneously
channels it away. This allows the façade to
dry rapidly and ensures that microorganisms
are unable to grow, dramatically reducing the
likelihood of any staining or marking.
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STO PRODUCTS HELP RESTORE SPANISH
CITY TO ITS FORMER GLORY
A century-old landmark building in the north
were many di erent issues which had
east has undergone extensive refurbishment
to be taken into consideration,” explain
using a portfolio of products provided by Sto.
project architects, ADP. “The listed status
The Spanish City building in Whitley Bay has
of the building meant that some parts of
benefitted from the use of Sto’s external wall
the original rendered façades were being
insulation, finishing render and innovative
retained, and so we had to match the new
paint technology, as part of a £10 million
areas to these. We were able to create a
restoration project.
uniform, smooth surface on the dome,
“Spanish City is widely-recognised as an
onto which we could apply the Stolit MP
important Grade II listed building in the area, but
special e ect render. We were also able to
it had fallen into disrepair, so we’re delighted
match the colour of the original façades
that Sto products were chosen to help restore it
from the wide choice which Sto o ers.”
to its former glory,” explains Sto’s Regional Sales
Stolit MP uses a special combination
Manager, Peter Bishop. “Our StoTherm Classic K
of Sto binders which provide far greater
insulation, Stolit MP render and StoColor Dryonic
resistance to surface cracks than
paint formed a perfectly integrated system. They
traditional alternatives. The Stolit MP’s
have helped bring the building back to life, and
outstanding weather-resistance was another
they now also protect it from the harsh weathering
significant advantage given the coastal location
e ects of its coastal location.”
of the building, and that the texture of this freestyle
The project involved restoring the building,
render could be worked to match that of the
complete with its 180 -long Renaissance-style
original retained areas.
frontage and distinctive dome feature, and
The StoColor Dryonic paint used on the exterior
combining it with an adjacent property to create
was a particularly significant choice. Inspired by
a brand-new entertainment complex. “There
special micro-textures found on the shell of the
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RUBIX INTRODUCES NEW WORKLINE RANGE
Rubix - previously known as
Brammer Buck & Hickman - is
delighted to introduce Workline, a
comprehensive range of pollution
control products and services
specifically developed to assist
companies to prevent and cope
with liquid spills and resulting
pollution.
Exclusively available through
Rubix in the UK and Ireland, product highlights of the Workline range include
absorbent pads, rolls, socks and cushions for maintenance, alongside oil &
fuel and chemical applications supported with dispensers, stations, holders
and containment products. Spill Kits are also available from 10ltrs to 1200ltrs
capacity.
By choosing Workline, customers will benefit from an immediate supply of
the highest performance and most cost-e ective spill response products in
the marketplace. All spill response products are manufactured to BS EN ISO,
9001:2015 quality standards and all products featured conform to BS 7959.
As part of its commitment to upholding the highest possible standards, Rubix
will also provide BSIF accredited courses presented by skilled, professional
trainers with current, close experience in spill control with the object of
enhancing the awareness and skills of operatives. Held at the customer’s site
or at its dedicated Leicestershire-based training centre, the courses provide an
awareness of the risks and threats and how to deal with emergencies.
With a turnover of more than €2.3 billion in 2018, Rubix is Europe’s largest
supplier of industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and
services.
www.bbh-rubix.com
0845 051015
HOW CAN YOU ENSURE YOUR BUILDING
ELIMINATES THE RISK OF CONTAMINATION?
Protecting and maintaining
good hygiene, particularly
in the sanitary rooms of
hospitals, care homes,
dentists, schools, leisure
centres and other buildings
where large numbers of
people come together,
can be a major challenge.
Through careful planning
and implementation, steps
can be taken to ensure
contamination is prevented,
permanently.
CONTI+ take a holistic
view to hygiene, starting
with the ultimate hygiene
of touch-free taps, showers
and urinal controls
through to disinfection
solutions for drinking water
hygiene and complete room
decontamination.
From preventing infection to permanent solutions CONTI + have a range of
solutions even for acute situations. Discover the reliability and innovation of
CONTI+, contact Paul Musgrove, UK Development Manager.
https://conti.plus/
paul.musgrove@conti.plus
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