Contributors

A leading UKAS accredited testing and calibration body, Stroma Technology delivers support for compliance with Building Regulations, the CSH and BREEAM through all forms of energy assessment and compliance testing. In addition, we provide energy management and carbon reduction consultancy.

In addition to traditional architectural services, RIBA chartered practice Stroma Design specialises in sustainable design, compliance consultancy and Code for Sustainable Homes assessments and advice.

Robin Ashley Architects LLP (RAA LLP) has been established for over 30 years, but has been in its current ownership since 2002 and operating at its Sheffield office since 2004. RAA LLP is proud to be a small practice working nationally on a diverse range of projects, and strives hard to achieve the highest standards possible in all its endeavours. A high ethical content is expressed in all aspects of RAA LLP’s work, right the way through from internal procurement, to the buildings it designs, and the way it treats the people it encounters. As a consequence, the overwhelming majority of its work is gained by referral or repeat business.

Howarth Timber Group was established in 1840 in Leeds, formally named Hudson & Co. Throughout our 169 year history, the company has been family owned and independent, it is currently managed by Andrew Howarth (Chairman) and Nicholas Howarth (Managing Director). There are five separate companies within the group: Arbor Forest Products, Howarth Timber & Building Supplies, Howarth Timber Wharfingers, Howarth Windows & Doors, and Howarth Timber Engineering.

Aquality Trading & Consulting Ltd. is a company that aims for water efficiency (reduction of the use of potable water) and flood control (reduction of surface water run-off to at best zero discharge). To achieve the aims the latest technology is used such as rainwater harvesting and grey water recycling systems, as well as sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS). The recommended solutions do not necessarily have to be one or the other, but can also be a combination of the different technologies. The products involved are of the highest quality and have already been used for many years across Europe. We can offer solutions for projects ranging from small domestic to large industrial systems e.g. stadiums and airports.

Stroma Certification is approved by the Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) to train, certify and manage energy assessors, Code for Sustainable Homes assessors and air-conditioning inspectors. We are also approved by the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) to train domestic air tightness testers.

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Maidenhead, UK, Hitachi Europe Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd, Japan. Hitachi Europe tailors its services and solutions to meet the specific needs of its customers. It comprises of nine key business areas: air conditioning and refrigeration systems, digital media products, display products, European procurement and sourcing, industrial components and equipment, Via Mechanics, information systems, power and industrial systems, and rail.

Swegon AB is part of the Latour group, manufacturing and selling products and solutions for ventilation and indoor climate systems. Based in Sweden, Swegon has an important world export market with sales companies all over Europe, the USA and United Arab Emirates. Swegon AB's Quality Assurance and Environmental management systems are certified to the SS-EN ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.

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Vent-Axia provides systems with which to control the flow of fresh air, its temperature, its humidity & its cleanliness. Each year it supplies air management solutions for over half a million installations across the residential and commercial / industrial sectors worldwide. Since 1936 when founder, Joe Akester, invented the world's first electronically operated window fan, Vent-Axia has remained committed to innovation and excellence. Vent-Axia can supply products from a small bathroom fan at 30 Litres per Second all the way up to large Air Handling units moving a sizeable 7 Meters Cubed Per Second. Vent-Axia is committed to supplying Energy Efficient products which not only meet, but exceed current legislation.

As an experienced and dynamic consultancy, Clear Ecology strives to offer pragmatic solutions at affordable prices. With capabilities extending across the ecological and environmental management sector, Clear Ecology can tailor its range of services to suit any sized project, offering exemplarily technical expertise to a wide variety of clients. By working closely with various wildlife trusts, local councils and local action groups, Clear Ecology is able to offer its clients in-depth historical and local knowledge. Based in Derbyshire, Clear Ecology is well placed to undertake projects on a national scale.

The Concrete Centre was formed to fill a void in the marketing of concrete. The concrete industry is traditionally diverse and fragmented due to the wide variety of product and technologies, made possible by the versatility of the material. This diversity can be a powerful driver of innovation and development, but needs a focal point to ensure that the complexity and flexibility of this material are communicated as a competitive advantage. This is the role of The Concrete Centre, the new central development organisation for the concrete and cement sector. The Centre aims to assist all those who design and construct in concrete whether they work for national or local government, client bodies, architectural practices, civil and structural engineering consultancies, main and specialist contractors or house builders.