Why are composite systems more suitable for multi-storey buildings?
Composite, sometimes called alu clad, windows, doors and curtain walling systems are increasingly specified for multi-storey buildings.
Soundcraft Christmas Opening Details
During the Christmas Holidays Soundcraft’s offices and factory will close at mid-day on Wednesday 24 December and re-open at 8.00 am on Friday 2 January. However, limited production will take place in the manufacture of communal portcullis security doors, and aluminium curtain walling, to ensure that the New Year begins with the necessary momentum to
£500,000 curtain wall order for Soundcraft
Soundcraft’s curtain walling order book received a welcome boost recently with a half a million pound order for SCW+ curtain walling and SD doors placed by Morgan Sindall. The project is at Trumpington College, Cambridge and is due to start in July 2015. Soundcraft expects to be on site for two months. SCW+ curtain walling
Replacement Communal Security Doors for Housing Association
Soundcraft has recently completed replacing fully glazed aluminium entrance doors that originally were installed in the curtain walling system at the entrance of a new social housing development in Lewisham, south London. The doors formed part of the building’s door entry system. The original doors specified were access controlled, manufactured in aluminium. The doors opened
Fan lights – frequently asked questions
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
£90,000 timber communal security portcullis door project ends
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
Work begins on curtain walling and composite windows & doors showroom
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
Upgrading and renewal of fire doors at famous psychiatric hospital
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
Veneer Wrapped FSC® MDF Fire Doorframe
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
What are the considerations when specifying curtain walling?
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