Floors make up over a quarter of the total surface area within a space and are the ‘silent contributors’ to the overall ambience and cohesion of a décor scheme. The unsung hero of design, flooring is often incorrectly relegated to an after-thought in the planning and preparation of a project, leaving very little budget, and missing the opportunity to give a project that intangible X-factor....
While pool covers have evolved rapidly and are becoming more sophisticated in their design and materials, until now convenient pool covers have meant fully automated, luxury systems with a price tag out of reach for the average household. ...
When planning the construction of two new Transnet railway lines adjacent to an existing line in Ermelo, Mpumalanga, problems of drainage and limited space were incurred. The rehabilitation of the formation structure necessitated an effective drainage system to prevent the ingress of water into the layerworks. ...
With the compact Levolan 60 modular sliding door system, GEZE has created a new, elegant solution for designing manual sliding doors for interior use which are easy to use and glide effortlessly. Small fitting dimensions and the linear design with a slim, 50-millimetre-high runner track suit every installation situation. ...
When designing and building a care home for the elderly or disabled, accessibility and a resident’s dignity are key priorities. P C Henderson has developed a range of sliding door gear systems providing an ideal solution for ease of access within care homes....
With increasing electrical costs, consumers are moving towards alternate energy sources such as gas. There is still, however a fear of gas and the risk of suffocation or even dangerous explosions due to gas leaks....
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems installed three Besam Unislide mechanisms for automated sliding doors to replace non-functioning doors and allow for easy entrance and access into operating theatres at a hospital based in Limpopo Province, South Africa....
Modern homes with their minimal exteriors hold strong appeal because of their strong lines and indoor/outdoor flow. Flat roofs, large expanses of glass, and paving from patio to pool bring in an abundance of summer sunshine, but also unbearable heat. Trellidor Rollerstyle aluminium shutters fitted to doors and windows are an elegant solution, providing security and shade when required, and rolling up out of the way when not needed....
Leading polymer solutions company REHAU is poised to introduce its innovative Ecotec wood grain effect foiled profile onto the South African market, offering an inspired alternative to traditional white PVC window profiles. This cost-effective in-house manufactured high duty foil will be the only one of its type in the South African market. ...
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