What are fan lights? Fanlights were introduced in the 1720s.They were originally a fixed window above a front door that, before the advent of electricity, enabled more light to enter the previously dark hallway. Early designs were in the shape of a fan, hence the name. A classic example is at 10 Downing Street. In
Soundcraft has recently completed the manufacture and installation of over twenty hardwood communal security portcullis doors and screens at the Meakin and Elim Estates, London, SE1. In addition to the doors and screens, Soundcraft also installed ramps and handrails complying with Part M. Each door was fitted with two Securitron 32 electromagnets, a surface mounted
Soundcraft has begun work on its new showroom for curtain walling, windows and doors. A range of composite windows has been installed featuring Hybrid Series 1 tilt & turn, reversible flush casement (overswing) and flush casement windows, plus examples of Hybrid Series 2 windows. Regarding curtain walling, the showroom will initially exhibit CWCT compliant Hybrid
Soundcraft has recently completed the upgrading and renewal of over fifty FD30S fire doors at Bethlem Royal Hospital, in Beckenham, Kent. The works, requiring a sensitive approach, was carried out in Longfield House, a specialist unit, which was occupied throughout. This was the latest of several similar projects carried out for the South London and
When specifying door frames, there’s a lot to think about – from appearance and performance through to ease of installation, costs and environmental impact. The good news is that you don’t have to compromise on one aspect to enjoy the benefits of another. For example, Soundcraft offers a collection of veneer-wrapped fire door frames that
There are many benefits to specifying curtain walling, but what things should be considered for successful specification? Type of system Drainage requirements Ventilation requirements Structural elements Aesthetics
Responding to increasing demand for Hybrid composite curtain walling, Soundcraft has made major changes to the layout of its factory. Originally focussed on joinery and panel door production, the factory in Chelsfield, North Kent, has been re-organised on lean manufacturing principles to maximize output for increasing curtain walling sales. The changes have increased stock holding
Since its iconic use on the Empire State Building back in 1929, the use of curtain walling to bring natural light into a building has changed the way the building envelope is designed. While an increase in natural light is a major benefit of specifying curtain walling, there are many more other reasons to choose
Soundcraft has become an associate member of FORS (Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme) as of July 2014. Associate membership is for companies that do not run their own transport fleets. FORS is an initiative from TFL (Transport for London) to improve road safety, particularly for cyclists, in the Greater London area. This demonstrates Soundcraft’s wider commitment
Timber and aluminium composite windows provide a perfect balance between the natural beauty of timber on the inside, and the high performance and weather resistance of aluminium on the outside. Sustainably sourced timber with full PEFC or FSC® accreditation and aluminium with a high percentage of recycled raw materials can also help with the environmental