When specifying a choice of finishing and coating for handrails and balustrade, the decision is often framed in purely aesthetic terms. Visual appeal is undoubtedly a significant factor, but it should never be the only one. In many cases, how it feels is just as important as how it looks. Many relevant questions can come…More
The fast-paced lifestyles that we all lead today means that public places are receiving a high-volume of pedestrian traffic and, where there are people, there are microbes such as bacteria. With this in mind, we’re introducing new antimicrobial coatings as an option for our adaptive bathing products and balustrade systems. These coatings contain quality controlled…More
Since the 2018 Building (Amendment) Regulations and the 2019 & 2020 government advice notes regarding combustible materials on building exteriors, a wave of refurbishment projects have entered the market. Immediate Removal is Advised Though legislation now states that newly built residential buildings with floors above 18m cannot incorporate combustible materials, it is the government advice…More
A new advice note has been released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government entitled ‘Building Safety Advice for Building Owners, Including Fire Doors’. This document offers advice on the measures building owners should take to ensure their buildings are safe. Throughout the document, building owners are urged to “follow the steps in…More
This article outlines requirements for balcony decking load capacity. Designing a balcony, terrace or external walkway requires careful assessment of load-bearing capacity. Essentially, it’s a structural consideration that requires the calculation of known and potential loads. Types of load When designing a balcony or terrace deck, it’s useful to consider various types of load: the…More
At Neaco, many of our products boast modularity, but what does this actually mean for you as a specifier? The word ‘modular’ is usually associated with temporary structures but, for us, modularity means that our products are manufactured as a single unit or in as many units as you require. We are able to manufacture…More
