National Film and Television School, BeaconsfieldRocburn were asked to repair, replace & upgrade existing manual window opener sets for bottom hung, open in hopper style windows in several areas of the building.
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Protected Stairwells and Thermoplastic AOV Roof LightsThere are many standards that touch on fire safety subjects within the building industry. Not all of them are well harmonized and often things are vaguely defined, overly complicated and for the subject of this article, contradictory.
What makes a vent EN 12101-2 certified?We've obtained official answers to some of the common questions around EN 12101-2 certification, CE marking and regulation for smoke ventilation products.
How to Automatically Close Windows When It RainsForgetting to close windows during a downpour can lead to wet floors, damaged furniture, and a damp environment. Fortunately, there’s a solution: automatic window closers.
The Role of Window Openers in Emergency SituationsIn an emergency, every second counts. Window openers, such as electric actuators and automatic opening vents (AOVs), play a vital role in ensuring safety.
Preparing Your Natural Ventilation System for SummerAs the seasons change, it's important to ensure that your passive ventilation system is ready to perform efficiently, especially as temperatures rise during summer.
Savannah Heights, Kenneth Road, Benfleet – New Build Smoke Ventilation SystemSavannah Heights, a new development situated in the heart of Benfleet, Essex, comprises 30 luxury flats with 1 and 2-bedroom layouts. We specified components aligned with the fire strategy for both stairwells and smoke shaft.
Berkeley Steet, Mayfair, London – Pitched Roof AOV and ControlsOur Berkeley Street project was for a multi-storey apartment building in the renowned Mayfair area of London (W1J). Rocburn were consulted to specify and supply a bespoke AOV solution for a pitched mansard roof to satisfy both planning requirements & Approved Document B
Replacing an ACK4 (ACK42/ACK44) Window OpenerThe ACK4 window openers are one of the most reliable openers on the market and have been for well over 30 years. With an expected lifespan of at least 10,000 cycles, you should expect the window actuator to last well beyond its warranty period. Read on to discover the best way to get a replacement ACK42 or ACK44 chain opener if yours has stopped working.
Somer Court, London – AOV System RenewalSomer Court was a housing scheme originally completed in 1981 to provide retirement housing for the Hammersmith & Fulham area of London. This building has one main communal stairwell with 6 adjacent communal corridors over 3 floors with a total of 25 flats.
Crown Reach, Pimlico, London – AOV System UpgradesCrown Reach is a large multi-storey apartment building on the banks of the River Thames, in South London (SW1). Following the fire at Grenfell Tower in 2017, Rocburn were consulted to specify and supply upgrades to the existing AOV system.
Bringing the building into alignment with EN 12101-2 and Approved Document B.
