As education facilities evolve into more flexible spaces, operable walls and sliding doors are more frequently specified. An operable wall divides available space enabling flexibility whilst sound rated panels still allows for effective noise control. When sound waves strike a partition, some are reflected from the surface staying in the same room as the source

Reynaers systems are designed to meet different levels of thermal insulation. This insulation level is called the U-value. The lower this U-value is, the higher the insulation. This insulation level is realised by a thermal break between the inner and outer aluminium profiles. Profiles of Reynaers also have a unique centre seal or gasket and

Use the opportunity to enjoy a trade fair tour from the comfort of your home or office. A wealth of innovative ideas and new products in the area of sliding solutions, presented in seven spaces, awaits you. These include: EKU Porta Black Edition – The black design version for wood and glass solutions offers new

The CTA SureSteel®  range of stainless steel tactile indicators offers the highest quality tactile combined with stunning appearance and market-leading ease of installation. SureSteel® is available in a range of styles to suit your aesthetic and safety requirements. The Classic range offers a concentric ring top, and smooth or stepped side face. The Chiaro range combines SureSteel® quality

Oxtek Australia’s Medi-Vet Range is a unique patented technology developed for environments that harbour bacteria. With SteriTouch additives Medi-Vet eradicates bacteria which can cause contamination and infection, it will also permanently prevent moisture transmission through the concrete (15 Year warranty available) Bacterial infections such as MRSA, E. coli and Listeria can be very serious and

Providing adequate ventilation in a residential care facility can be problematic and costly. How these facilities are ventilated can have significant cost implications for owners, but it is also important to consider the health and well-being of those that will inhabit the building. A good option is having automated windows and natural ventilation. Various studies

With such an extensive range of needs, many factors must be taken into account when considering the safety and accessibility objectives of all those that reside in aged care facilities. Importantly, this includes adherence to a strict set of State and Federal government safety standards. Whilst the building should be designed to facilitate easy, safe access

Consideration should be given to the occupants of the facility that one is designing for. This is perhaps even more important when designing for the elderly and furthermore for dementia patients. Declining vision may cause the contrast between colours to be less noticeable, which can also impact depth perception. This is why high contrast colours

Designers should understand how and why spaces can become therapeutic to those occupying them. The manner in which the individual occupying the space perceives the environment should be at the forefront of those designing the space and as such, influence the way the materials are selected, including acoustic flexible design due to operational changes. The

To maximise energy efficiency the plan should be to reduce demand on non-renewable energy resources. Buildings should be designed, constructed, equipped and managed to optimise energy savings and comfort. A correctly orientated building can minimise expenditure for heating and cooling, which in effect may allow for the building itself to attain a comfortable environment for