Posts Tagged: protection

News — No Comments
14
May 12

Preventing Material Wastage on the Building Site

The amount of materials wasted on site and its cost can add up!

On average 5-10% of building materials are wasted on construction sites during builds.

This is down to a number of reasons but some of the key issues are:

  • Damage when subsequent work is carried out on site
  • Damage to materials while in transit
  • Incorrect or unsafe storage while waiting to be used/fitted

Depending on what material this is it could become rather costly. Imagine a small bathroom refurbishment on a residential home. The new bespoke bath has been fitted and then an accident occurs and it has been chipped or damaged, subsequently needing to be replaced which means a new lead time on a replacement causing delays in the original schedule and not to mention the cost, which on a small project could mean the difference in making a profit or not.

Alternatively there could be a large commercial build in a school or somewhere similar. Large amounts of equipment being carried throughout the building and being manoeuvred through doorways could mean maybe 15% of the door frames in the entire building need replacing after being dented or knocked. Maybe there is a large sheet of curtain walling that has been chipped resulting in the whole piece needing a replacement. On a large scale project these overheads can add up and suddenly your wastage has become a real cost.

Temporary protection for construction is now so comprehensive that near enough any material or application has a solution where it can be protected while on the site, being stored, during construction and while other works are ongoing after it has been fitted.

So the bottom line is no matter how big or small a project, damage to materials and its subsequent waste can mean costly replacements and also delays, not to mention the recycling of waste which is more difficult with some materials than others. Temporary protection materials are clearly marked with their recycling methods and the majority can be re-used where something like a broken bath or handrail cannot.

So on your next project take a look and see whether you can afford to not protect your site and its materials.

Products / Temporary Downpipe — No Comments
3
May 12

How to protect your building site in the rain

Protecting building work in the rain

We are now moving into May and the April showers seem to have followed. Living in Britain brings its own unique relationship with our unpredictable weather and the effect it has on industries such as building and construction can be rather annoying. One day of glorious sun only to be followed by a day with torrential rain can cause interruptions to build schedules and even damage to things such as masonry and brickwork. A large amount of rain collecting on a roof and then pouring off onto the foundations or other areas can cause excessive amounts of damage and the best way to get around this is to install temporary downpipes onto the roof and guttering and then direct the water to a location on the ground away from vulnerable areas.

The Temporary Downpipe is supplied on a 200m and has a 254mm opening which makes it suitable for almost any downpipe opening. Furthermore the Temporary Downpipe is supplied with 25 350mm Cable Ties to secure the Downpipe to the opening of the guttering down to the size required.

For further information please contact the Protec Customer Services team on 0800 834 704 or why not order your Downpipe online today.


Floor Protection / Proplex — No Comments
27
Apr 12

Proplex Surface Protection in all Shapes and Sizes

Our Proplex Plastic Sheeting is great material for all sorts of applications such as floor protection, wall protection and all sorts of fittings such as worktops, appliances, cupboards and doors.

Depending on the application there is a size and thickness perfect for the job and here is a quick guide.

General Protection (Floors, Walls and Worktops) –

2.4m x 1.2m Proplex Sheets              

Use: For standard protection against impact damage. Easily cut, creased and bent. Great for protecting floors with minimal foot traffic   or applying vertically to walls. As it is easily cut and creased these sheets are perfect for altering the size to fit worktops or various other surfaces

Use: Higher degree of impact resistance, ideal for protecting floors with occasional heavy traffic

Use: For protecting Heavy traffic or extremely high value flooring Continue reading →

Bathroom Protection / Kitchen Protection / Products — No Comments
17
Apr 12

What are the most important items in a housebuild or remodel that need protecting?

New kitchen and bathroom installations can be very costly. Of course, it’s all relative, but as areas of a house to re-fit, items such as sinks, baths and worktops rank highly in the cost stakes particuarly is they are bespoke items with large lead times. The cost of damage therefore can be comparatively high also. That’s why, our range of kitchen & bathroom protection products are among our best sellers. So which of your new prized possessions can you protect during the installation, and what should you be using?

Kitchens:

 

 

Polythene — No Comments
16
Apr 12

How to choose the correct polythene

Protec Polythene, Keep your site covered with our Plastic Sheeting

Whether it is lining a pond, covering building materials, lining a shed or screening off a specfic area the range of Polythene offered by Protec will satisfy the requirements of the majority of temporary screening and covering applications with a versatile range of polythene suited to numerous scenarios. When reviewing the Protec Polythene it may be useful to divide them into Flame Retardant and Non Flame Retardant in order to assess the viability of the different product offerings. After all, each product is different and has properties that lend themselves better to certain applications than others.

Amongst the Flame Retardant Polythene there is a Light (260 gauge), Medium (308 gauge) and Heavy (800 gauge) Duty grade all of which are certificated to LPS1207 and therefore fully flame retardant. As a consequence of their flame retardant properties this polythene is white in colour which is favoured in applications where screening areas wants to obscure visibility. The three thickness of this FR Polythene in the three grades in large format 4m rolls ensures that large areas can be covered or screened quickly and effectively provided a barrier to reflect the environment it is being used in. Continue reading →

News / Products — 2 Comments
13
Mar 12

Home Remodelling Guide- Protect Your Home During Refurbishment

It is often said that “your home is your castle”. Every homeowner can attest to this belief, but when your castle is being remodeled, it can feel like your beloved kingdom is under attack. Walls suddenly disappear, strange people making loud noises and your sacred room becomes unrecognizable as it just disappeared. A plumber calls for the fourth time to say he can’t make it and your contractor casually informs you that you’re £2,000 over budget.

Ensuring your home is protected during builds is vital and can prevent missed deadlines and over-spend on budgets

  • Outside Matters
    Catch dirt and debris before it even enters the home. Trapmats are tacky mats that provide cost effective dust and dirt containment for fit-out and refurbishment work. The high-tack adhesive mat surface will trap and remove dust and debris from foot and wheeled traffic. Each tacky mat contains 30 numbered peel-away sheets coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive. The sheets capture work dust and debris in doorways to reduce the need for cleaning in non-working areas. The non-slip trapmats can be laid directly onto any clean floor surface and removed without damaging the floor below.

 

  • Clean Feet = Clean Floors
    Say good-bye to scuffs, footprints and heel marks with overshoes. Designed to slip on easily, they’re extremely affordable and convenient. Made from a heavy duty disposable elasticated polyethylene, to one universal size, Protec Overshoes fit all types of footwear, pulling easily over working boots. They’re also highly visible, making it easy to identify and educate non-users. Continue reading →
Handrail Protector / Products — No Comments
10
Mar 12

Guinea Pig Water Bottle Protection from the Frost

 Whilst most of the products that Protec supply are firmly founded in Construction with the aim of protecting new and existing areas of build whilst works are carried out a number of niche uses of our products are fed back to us from the general public. Previous blogs have described the use of Proplex sheets in making homes for Guinea Pigs as its water proof cleanable properties make it ideal for lining cages.

Another Protec product that has been recently identified as “Guinea Pig and Rabbit” Friendly is the Flame Retardant Hand Rail Protector Tube 2m. This foam tube is being used by a number of “Cavy Breeders” as a form of water bottle protection especially on external hutches during the winter months.

The primary use of the Handrail protector in this application is, when cut down to size, is to provide insulation against frost and thus reducing the risk of the water bottle freezing. The further benefit of having this impact resistant foam secured around the water bottle is general protection against any knocks or damage that may impact upon it.

The Handrail protector can be easily cut to size and its pre-slit centre allows it to be wrapped around water bottles and held in place with a Cable Tie (available from Protec) at the top and the bottom. The foam is best used on water bottles that are secured on the outside of the cage to prevent the foam from being chewed or ingested by the Guinea Pig.

This is another product that can be used to benefit a Guinea Pig living environment.

Products — No Comments
2
Mar 12

Why use temporary protection materials?

There are various reasons why Temporary Protection Materials are used on construction sites and at home for DIY/refurbishment projects.

Here are 3 important benefits that we have identified where  temporary protection materials have helped various contractors and builders that we have worked with over the years helping to protect their floors, scaffolding, windows, doors and various other fittings.

  • Avoid disruption to your build schedule

With accidental damage to unprotected surfaces, fixtures and fittings costing a significant amount of lost time and money, it’s easy to see why the use of temporary protection is becoming more widespread.

And yet when time is tight, and the pressure’s on for completions, it’s also easy to see why some think they’ll save time by not using it. If the site is to run smoothly, completed on time and finished to a better standard, it’s a proven fact that the use of temporary protection materials can help site managers to meet those requirements.

  • Prevent damage to your reputation

It’s also true that a more discerning customer has ever-increasing expectations, and the need to create a high quality image and product has never been of greater importance. Temporary protection is principally about avoiding expensive damage and unsightly mess, but it’s also about creating the right image.

Not only will it save you time and money, it shows care and pride in the job and creates a positive impression of your qualities as a builder.

  • Maximise your profitability

The use of temporary protection materials early in the build process can reduce the need to replace expensive fixtures and fittings, saving on cost and time and help maximise your profitability.

Protec has developed an unrivalled and comprehensive range to suit all protection needs, designed to deliver high performance with maximum effectiveness.

So let Protec take care of your damage, and your profitability will take care of itself.

Products / Skyhook — 1 Comment
28
Feb 12

Reduce Accidents on Construction Sites with Skyhook Cable Support

Skyhook Cable SupportIn the UK, it is estimated that more than 10,000 employees and workers suffer from major injuries, usually a result of slips and trips around the workplace. What’s more, a further 30,000 took over 3 days off work to recover from injuries. Add all of this up, and it is estimated that this costs the UK economy around £800 million in time off work, fines by authorities, and claims against companies.

To combat these injuries, the HSE in conjunction with Local Authority inspectors have been routinely carrying out inspections of workplaces to ensure potential hazards are dealt with. Especially at risk of inspection is the construction division, companies both large and small, who are continually subjected to inspections of standards on construction sites, such as keeping walkways clear and removing any trailing leads that could cause someone to trip over.
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Carpet Protection / Products — No Comments
8
Feb 12

Temporary Carpet Protection can save time and effort when refurbishing your home

Temporary Carpet ProtectionProtec’s Temporary Carpet Protection film is a versatile and extremely effective low-tack self-adhesive carpet protection film, which can be used to protect your carpet from all kinds of damage, including dust and debris from refurbishment, drinks spillages and heavy foot traffic during refurbishment work or at parties.

This lightweight temporary carpet protection comes in four sizes:

  • Standard (600mm x 100m)
  • Standard (600mm x 25m)
  • Wide (800mm x 100m)
  • Extra Wide (1200mm x 100m)

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