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Knapped Flints for walls
Knapped flints are still produced in the traditional way which involves individually splitting the flints by hand and then finishing to give a flat face which is set facing outwards in the wall. This allows the the glossy black and blue interior to be revealed. It is often common practice to place a few flints showing the white skins within theCS Expansion Joint Covers for Floors - Metal
The CS range of Metal Expansion Joint Covers is suitable for a wide range of applications, including shopping centres, hospitals, airports, and schools. These highly durable, aluminium covers are available in a range of sizes, surface or recess mounted options and in standard and heavy duty designs. They have a high movement range of up to ±100mmStaffordshire Blue extruded brick slips
Ketley extruded Staffordshire Blue brick slips are designed for use with prefabricated panels and other cladding solutions. They can be used in conjunction with Ketley Class A Staffordshire Blue bricks and special bricks, since they are made at the same plant using the same clay and firing techniques. Suitable for use in external or internalThermaBeam™ - insulated concrete flooring system
ThermaBeam™ is an insulated concrete flooring system, designed for ground floors in domestic and residential buildings. It integrates high-performance expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation with structural grade reinforced concrete, forming a continuous insulated surface. Made with C45/55 concrete, the system eliminates air gaps to minimise heatEpoch reconstructed stone walling
Epoch walling is designed to emulate existing, weathered walling. The rustic finish gives the appearance of weathered, reclaimed sandstone. Epoch is only available in a rustic finish, in a 140mm coarse height with 3 varying lengths. Manufactured using the latest technology to ensure consistency and high technical performance. Suitable for newCS expansion joint covers for walls and ceilings
The CS range of expansion joint covers includes options for interior and exterior applications in walls or ceilings (drywall to suspended). Wall and ceiling joint covers perfectly match CS's range of floor joint covers. Options: gasketed or all-metal variants; surface- and recess-mounted- PRODUCT
Construction SpecialtiesStaffordshire Brown Brindle Class A engineering bricks
Staffordshire Brown Brindle is a Class A engineering and facing brick manufactured in the UK from Etruria Clay. The bricks are unique to Ketley and provide an alternative to Staffordshire Blue for use as a feature brick. They are available as either solid or perforated types: large commercial projects; canal-side works; bridge parapets. excellentCast metal collars for architectural columns
Leander Architectural's cast aluminium collars can transform basic tubular steel columns into something much more attractive for a very small outlay. Column collars can also be adapted for pre-installed columns. Collars are usually fitted with stainless steel grub screws to locate and fix them to columns. Manufactured in Leander's in-house foundryCS Expansion Joint Covers for Car Parks - ZB series
Zip Block (ZB) is a one-piece, extruded EPDM elastomeric seal with integral nosings, which is bonded to the substrate with high strength epoxy adhesive. This watertight floor joint cover system system can be installed over green concrete and is also suitable for retro-fit applications. Much stronger than traditional elastomeric concrete systemsCast metal spandrel brackets
Leander spandrel brackets are used to enhance architectural structures such as canopies, verandas, walkways, arcades and balconies. Smaller spandrels and brackets are used to enhance simple architectural structures such as canopies and verandahs. Larger spandrels and brackets are used to support walkways or balconies. Leander can add bespokeKentledge interlocking concrete building blocks
Elite manufacture Kentledge interlocking concrete blocks used throughout the UK in a wide variety of applications. The clever design (which incorporates a cast-in lifting pin flush with the concrete surface) allows the blocks to be easily dry laid onto any firm surface. They are easily re-located or re-configured as required. The blocks are also- PRODUCT
Elite Precast ConcreteStaffordshire Red extruded brick slips
Ketley Staffordshire Red brick slips are suitable for use on pre-fabricated panels and other cladding systems. They provide a durable, cost-effective method of construction combined with the strong aesthetic appeal of traditional clay brick colours: strong aesthetic appeal; no cutting required; uses only 30% of the embodied carbon of traditionalCelcon Higher Strength Grade Blocks
Celcon Higher Strength Grade aircrete is used principally where higher compressive strengths are required, such as foundations and lower storeys of three storey buildings, piers, under high vertical loads and multi-storey buildings. They can be used throughout a building, regardless of whether it is a cavity or solid wall; single or multi-storeyMarshalls concrete engineering bricks
Marshalls engineering bricks are manufactured using dense aggregates and cement. They have high load tolerance and low water porosity. Available in either red or blue colours, the bricks are strong, durable and resistant to frost and sulphates. Suitable for use above and below damp proof courses, they can also be used as a detailing plinth or as aMarshalls dense concrete common bricks
Marshalls dense common bricks are used in all types of construction above and below the damp proof course level, independently or in conjunction with dense aggregate blocks. Aggregates used in manufacturing process provide density, strength and thermal conductivity values, ensuring compatibility with most dense concrete blocks. Able to withstandDGTP and GTP Series gasketed floor joint covers
Recess-mounted gasketed floor covers designed for applications with large movement requirements. These flush fitting covers are pedestrian and wheel friendly and are easy to clean and maintain, making them suitable for interiors where hygiene is important. Two depths are available to suit project requirements. 30mm deep DGTR models can beGlenwall concrete facing bricks
The Glenwall range of concrete facing bricks redefines traditional building materials with a low-carbon footprint, when compared to clay facing bricks, offering a sustainable solution without compromising on quality or aesthetics. Crafted with a distinctive rusticated texture, Glenwall bricks add depth and character to any architectural projectLocharbriggs Block Stone - red to pink sandstone
A Permian sandstone from the Locharbriggs Quarry in Dumfries, Locharbriggs comes from one of the oldest and largest actively worked red sandstone quarries in Scotland today. Quarried since the 18th Century, this red to pink medium grained sandstone is widely specified across the UK: products include ashlar walling, specialist masonry andVee™ interlocking concrete building blocks
Originally designed to provide radiation shielding, the Vee™ interlocking building block is an extremely versatile product that will excel in the most demanding of applications. The blocks interlock with each other using a unique ‘V’ system along the base, sides and top giving a high level of strength and stability. No special foundations areCast metal bases for architectural columns
Leander Architectural's cast aluminium bases can transform basic tubular steel columns into something much more attractive for a very small outlay. Column bases can also be adapted for pre-installed columns. Bases are usually fitted with stainless steel grub screws to locate and fix them to columns. Manufactured in Leander's in-house foundry andCS Floor Expansion Joint Covers - APF series
The APF Floor Expansion Joint Covers are recess mounted and are highly resistant to rolling loads, distortion, and wear. They can be mixed and matched if required, and there are five frame depths available. Cover plates and exposed frame sections are serrated to provide an anti-slip surface: aluminium sections are mill finished as standard. WallCelcon Solar Grade blocks for walls
Celcon Solar Grade blocks for walls are principally used where enhanced thermal performance is required. They are identified by the distinctive painted blue line. With a superior thermal conductivity Solar Grade blocks are suitably load-bearing for 2-storey buildings and can be used below DPC. Thicknesses from 100 to 215mmStaffordshire Blue - Class A engineering and facing bricks
Ketley's Staffordshire Blue bricks are manufactured from Etruria Marl clay in the UK to engineering Class A specifications. They are available as either solid or perforated types. Applications: commercial developments; landscaping; structural projects (eg bridges, factory walls). Excellent acid resistance; high strength and durability; strong aesthetic appealCelcon Block High Strength and Super Strength Grade
H+H’s Celcon Blocks High Strength Grade are ideal where higher compressive strengths are required such as in the foundations and lower storeys of three storey buildings, piers under high vertical loads and in multi-storey buildings: available in thicknesses from 100mm to 355mm; high Strength (7.3N/mm2 – identified with a black stripe on the

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