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REHAU has produced a sustainability brochure designed to dispel the myths surrounding the manufacture, use and recycling of PVC in construction. It sets out independent research finding from bodies as diverse as the BRE (Building Research Establishment), WRAP (Waste Research Action Programme) and various British government and EU studies to support the use of PVC as a safe, reliable, cost-effective, sustainable and recyclable material. The company describes the brochure as an attempt to objectively counter the negative perceptions surrounding the use of PVC-U windows in the commercial and specification sector. The brochure encourages specifiers to consider the 'Three Pillars of Sustainability' - social, economic and environmental - as laid out in the 1987 Brundtland Report 'Our Common Future.'

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Glyngary Windows, one of the UK's leading manufacturers of vertically sliding windows, has supplied windows from the Rehau Heritage PVC-U system for a new build development.The vertical sliders are said to have all the positive features of PVC-U in terms of energy efficiency, low maintenance and long-term durability yet they look virtually indistinguishable from the popular traditional timber box sashes.

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The newly opened Turnbridge Day Nursery in East Cowick, near Goole, features PVC-U windows throughout, manufactured by trade fabricator Euroglaze in REHAU's S706 70mm profile. A mix of casement, screen and French doors have been installed in the prestigious, purpose-built premises which provides day care for children. The installation is REHAU Golden Oak foiled profile on white throughout to match the old style brick stock used for the building. Because safety and security was obviously an overriding consideration at the nursery, the windows have been fitted with tamper proof locking mechanisms and trickle ventilation.

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The Polytec 50 composite curtain walling from Rehau has been combined with S706 windows in a development for Laing Homes. The circular facetted rotunda and stairwells were fabricated and installed using the Polytec 50 after it was chosen as a cost effective and contemporary alternative to aluminium. The product has the strength of the steel core and is low maintenance.

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Enabling approved contractors to produce windows with the BS 7412 kitemark, the new Rehau Heritage vertical slider system has been awarded EN12608 approval. The Heritage range has been designed with features intended to make it easier to fabricate and install whilst being compliant with all relevant Building Regulations. The system maintains the appearance of timber originals.

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For a housing development in Glasgow, Rehau has supplied and installed windows in the 60mm Rehau-Tritec system. Some 2500 frames were manufactured and applied, including tilt and turn windows and French doors. Victorian detailing was also incorporated, with clip on bars on the windows supplied.

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Energy rating tests on the Rehau Heritage vertical slider by the company have achieved a 'B' and 'C' rating on the two versions of the window, the company claims. This means the windows quality for the 'Energy Saving Recommended' mark. The B rating was achieved on the standard bottom rail model for the new build sector and the C rating was on a mechanically jointed deep bottom rail for the conservation market.

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Pvc-u vertically sliding windows from Rehau, designed specifically for the commercial sector, have been launched. The Rehau-Heritage vertical slider is an evolution of the S719 Heritage system. All the requirements of the commercial market are met as the product satisfies BS7412 and BS7950 with three chambered sash profiles providing thermal efficiency and weather performance alongside extrusion in accordance with CEN criteria. It retains the features of the original with a 75mm Heritage deep bottom rail, sash horn and external putty line but it also has a mechanically jointed bottom rail joinery detail and silver gasketry.

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Norwich based Aspen Windows has completed an installation of the new Rehau-Polytec 50 composite curtain walling in a new-build apartment development in Surrey. As well as 1800 windows and doors from the company's 70mm S706 system being installed, Rehau-Polytec 50 curtain walling in three penthouse apartments was specified. The curtain walling reaches a height of 5m and is faceted to give a curved effect. It is a cost effective alternative to aluminium with similar durability and slim sight lines, alongside the low maintenance benefits of pvc-u. All the windows and curtain walling were specified in a RAL7000 squirrel grey colour and the company's pvc-u profile was bonded using the Acryl II pvc-u colouring system.

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More than 300 pvc-u casement windows and French doors from Euroglaze have been specified for a ?5.5 million nursing home built for Manchester Care in Wythenshawe, Manchester. The windows have been fabricated using Rehau's s706 70mm system with a golden oak foiled exterior and a white interior. The product was specified to complement fenestration detailing and provide the required colour. It also offered low maintenance and good performance, the company claims.

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Pvc- u vertically sliding windows fabricated using Rehau's S719 Heritage system have been installed at Dean Close School in Cheltenham. Some 120 windows were installed by fabricator Roseview Windows to replicate timber windows which had deteriorated and required replacing. The products feature chrome hardware throughout, and restrictors to prevent them being opened too wide. They met the specification requirements of the conservation officer as well as providing low maintenance and energy efficiency. Details include a 75mm deep bottom rail, a 35.5mm interlock and a 50? chamfer on the sashes.

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More than 400 casement windows and 140 French doors have been manufactured and installed by Rehau commercial fabricator Birchdale Glass for the Blake's Quay development in the centre of Reading. This development is situated alongside Reading's fashionable waterside and features a selection of twoand three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. They have all been equipped with high specification fixtures and fittings, and Rehau's pvc-u window profiles - from the company's 60mm system - have been specified alongside designer fitted kitchens with granite work surfaces. Housebuilder Kingsoak Thames Valley chose Birchdale Glass for the contract because of a proven track record with the builder, and the capacity and expertise to fulfil such a large contract within the timescales and budget required.

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Trade and commercial fabricator for Rehau, Exteriorplas has completed installation in the extensive Boothby Court sheltered housing complex in Chingford. The fabricator recently signed a partnership agreement with Ascham Homes which manages the complex on behalf of the London borough of Waltham Forest, and this was one of the first projects completed under the terms of the agreement. More than 350 casement windows in Rehau?s S706 70mm system have been fabricated and installed in the complex ? all in a Golden Oak woodgrain finish. These was felt to be an authentic looking match for the original stained timber windows which needed to be replaced because they had badly deteriorated. The pvc-u alternatives have helped reduce heating bills for the elderly residents of the sheltered complex.

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House buildier Kingsoak Thames Valley has specified Rehau pvc-u windows for its Kings Reach development in Reading. It features more than 500 casement windows and 650 French doors fabricated in Rehau?s 60mm system. The windows were specified for low maintenance, high performance and pleasing aesthetics.

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Specialist fabricator in the Rehau Heritage vertical slider system, Roseview Windows has manufactured and installed purpose designed replacement windows at a secure hospital facility for the mentally ill. The vertical sliders incorporate reinforced glazing to resist sudden impact, restricted opening on the lower sash and a powder coated external metal grille to prevent the passage of objects. They also feature in-built trickle ventilation and concealed hardware to avoid potential ligature points. Roseview worked closely with Rehau and hardware manufacturer Caldwell to develop the window in conjunction with the NHS Trust responsible for the management of the facility. The Trust specified the Heritage vertical slider to replace the timber box sashes which were in place previously and wanted a more secure, reduced maintenance solution which did not detract from the aesthetics of the building. The project is now being examined by other NHS authorities as a potential pilot for other similar installations.

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Meeting the strict conservation requirements of the location, pvc-u vertical sliders have been supplied by Outlook Windows for a new McCarthy & Stone development of retirement apartments and cottages. Outlook is a manufacturer of vertical sliders in the Rehau Heritage S719 system which was judged to be the most authentic looking pvc-u alternative to timber box sashes, and in keeping with the surrounding properties in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The 21 pvc-u vertical sliders as well as 257 French doors and casement windows in the Tritec system were fabricated for the development of 53 apartments and five cottages. The dwellings are in one of four conservation areas within the National Park. Outlook worked closely with McCarthy & Stone?s technical department throughout the process to achieve the necessary approvals and to design and supply vertical slider bays with full structural integrity.

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Somerset Care Group, which operates 26 care homes for the elderly in Somerset, has chosen Solar Windows as its pvc-u window supplier. The company has now completed installation of windows in several homes in the group including the Southlawns home in Street.

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Over 1000 pvc-u casement and tilt turn windows have been installed in two student accommodation blocks in Huddersfield. Rehau fabricator Northern Trade Windows specified pvc-u windows fabricated in the company?s S706 70mm system, matching the quality standard required on the development.

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Vertical sliders from Rehau?s Heritage pvc-u collection have been fabricated by Thomas Winstanley for the Mossley Hill conservation area in Liverpool. Kelton House children?s nursery is benefiting from the replacement of 40 vertical sliders for enhanced comfort levels.

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