A Formidable Deterrent Without Blocking Out Sunlight or Fresh Air
ATDC is a market leading provider of retractable steel security doors for your multi-residential project wherever you are situated across Australia.
Ideal for securing patio doors, french doors, glass sliding stackable and bi-fold doors, carports, windows and entry doors these unique retractable screens fold easily on a heavy duty top tack and slide back completely out of the way and out of sight when unlocked and opened. When deployed and locked they provide a formidable deterrent to intruders without blocking out your sunlight or flow of fresh air.
These precision engineered screens with their triple contact locking mechanisms and full frame options , are available in a professional powdercoated finish and whilst the standard finishes are pearl white or satin black,they can also be finished in brighter duralloy powdercoated finishes to complement the environment of your home.
For further information contact ATDC Australia wide on their toll free number 1800657435 or visit their website at https://www.trellisdoors.com.au/products/home-security-doors/sliding-doors
NSW Master Security Licence 410452552
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LUME NEWCASTLE NSW
Set at the heart of Honeysuckle’s vibrant foreshore, yet right on the edge of Newcastle CBD, Lume truly is the best of both worlds. As part of one of Australia’s largest urban renewal projects, Lume is on the doorstep of inviting cafes, world-class restaurants and hotels, extensive public spaces and the spectacular marina and yacht club.
X200 Densi-Proof
X200 Densi-Proof™ a single pack one application spray on system that deeply penetrates new or existing concrete, provides curing, permanent waterproofing, and protection. The application of X200 Densi-Proof™ at time of the concrete pour will cure concrete to provide the hardened properties equivalent to that of water pond curing, permanently waterproof concrete from any direction, making the concrete impermeable and increasing its longevity whilst providing a penetrative moisture barrier system for impervious coatings and coverings. System included in AS1884:2021
A non-membrane forming silicate proprietary solution that provides an exceptional cure regime equal to water pond curing. Easy applied at time of pour to the podiums and balcony areas. 15 Year warranty awarded once application is approved.
X550 Carpark Warehouse
X550 Carpark Warehouse™ is a proprietary silicate siliconate water-based formulation spray applied to new and existing concrete providing a hardened, abrasion resistant and dust-proof surface, stain resistant from oils and other contaminants, and compatible with line marking paints and acrylic or solvent based coating products.
A breathable, low VOC treatment for concrete, X550 Carpark Warehouse™ penetrates and chemically bonds to the silica, providing enhanced water repellence, oil, and stain resistance.
A proprietary silicate siliconate water based formulation applied to ‘interior’ core filled blocks to help repel mild weather from the surface.
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Spaces for everyone. Singapore sets a good example.
In just under 30 years, around 70 percent of the population will be living in urban centers. Urban developers and architects around the world are facing a challenge because, with the growth and changing age structure of our society, there are calls for new, inclusive forms of housing and living spaces. One city that sets a good example is Singapore. Let’s take a look at why that is.
“Futuristic. And with a greater focus on sustainability and ‘green’ architecture.” That’s Amit Pathak’s answer to the question of what cities will look like in 2050. Amit Pathak is a Senior Executive Architectural Associate with the renowned Singapore-based consulting firm Surbana Jurong Group. For him, the time for change in urban development is already here. “It’s already late,” he says emphatically.
“Futuristic. And with a greater focus on sustainability and ‘green’ architecture.”
A look at demographic trends shows that “green” architecture alone is not enough. Population growth and an aging society pose additional challenges for urban planning. According to UN forecasts, around 9.7 billion people will be living on earth in 2050, almost 70 percent of them in urban areas. And 16% of the world’s population will already be over 65 by that time. “For cities to accommodate these trends, they need to allow for a variety of different lifestyles without excluding anyone,” Amit Pathak emphasizes.
Inclusive, age-appropriate, regulated
Universal design and age-appropriate construction play a central role in solving this challenge. Singapore is one of the pioneers of urban development projects that accommo-date as many people with different needs as possible. In 2019, for example, Singapore’s first housing development for people with autism opened. The project, which incorporated the principles of inclusive design, was completed by the Surbana Jurong Group. St. Andrew’s Adult Home is specifically designed to meet the needs of its residents in terms of infrastructure, amenities, and design. Neutral tones and extra-laminated, sound-absorbing glass were used in the construction, and there are quiet rooms with padded walls to which residents can retreat.
Another example is the award-winning Kallang Trivista development in Singapore, also by Surbana Jurong. It consists of three residential buildings, a multi-level parking garage and park-like landscaping. The “Activity Hub” between the residential units is an obstacle-free meeting place and recreational space for all residents and visitors. The apartments are designed and equipped for the elderly.
How has the city managed to steer the development of its spaces in such a positive direction? Architect Amit Pathak explains that official guidelines and incentives from the government go a long way toward making Singapore sustainable and inclusive in the long term. This includes, for example, Green Mark scoring, which the government uses to evaluate all construction projects according to sustainability criteria. Amit Pathak is convinced that “it won’t work without such rules and requirements.” In addition, he says, each country and city needs to create awareness “among all stakeholders.”
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polytec’s Architectural Door Range
In striving to craft spaces with a unique personality for those wanting to add a touch of luxury to their interiors, polytec has introduced an Architectural Internal Door range.
polytec is a leading manufacturer of Architectural Interior Doors, offering a wide range of door solutions for multi-residential applications. Known for their durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal, this makes them a popular choice for architects and designers alike.
One of the standout features of polytec’s Architectural Internal Doors is their ability to be customized to meet the unique needs of any project. They offer a wide range of door colours and finishes allowing architects and designers to create doors that perfectly complement the overall design aesthetic of any project. Additionally, polytec’s doors can be custom-made to any size, making them an excellent choice for projects with non-standard openings or unique design requirements.
Manufactured and designed with multi-residential spaces in mind this new 35mm collection is available in 12 different timber print colours, with subtle woodgrain embossing. Sized to suit any interior opening conveniently available in lengths of 2000mm to 2700mm, with widths up to 1200mm.
For design continuity, functionality and style discover polytec’s collection of architectural interior doors for a crafted and sophisticated yet livable look.
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Bolton Clarke Willowdale at Denham Court Residential Aged Care Community
Operable walls are widely utilised in aged care facilities for one of two primary reasons – firstly to facilitate space adaptability for administrators (meeting and leisure activities). Administrators are able to use operable walls to turn larger, shared spaces into multiple meeting rooms, training rooms, leisure and break-out spaces. And secondly to adjust treatment room sizes depending on the number of treatment staff available and the space required by the type of treatment being administered.
Operable walls are movable acoustic walls which offer varying acoustic properties, which are not only fit for purpose but also highly attractive and user friendly. These acoustic walls allow a limited transfer of sound between the relevant individual spaces.
Bolton Clarke Willowdale at Denham Court is the region’s newest residential aged care community, situated on land adjoining the Stockland Willowdale Retirement Village. The facility delivers a contemporary residential aged care community for wellbeing and independence, with the latest enabling technology, a dementia care environment incorporating internationally recognised principles to promote choice and independence and retail spaces including a cafe to encourage active and social lifestyles. It features 144 rooms and care apartments designed around accessible communal indoor-outdoor areas including landscaped courtyards and gardens, forecourts, balconies and terraces.
Bolton Clarke Willowdale, through builder Lipman, has installed Bildspec operable acoustic walls in meeting rooms and leisure spaces to give them greater flexibility with space requirements as needed. Rooms can easily be made larger or smaller through the use of operable walls whilst retaining acoustic and privacy requirements of the various spaces. The movable acoustic wall panels have fixed top sweep seals and bottom mechanical retracting seals and are finished in Woven Image Mura for their pleasant aesthetic and strong acoustic control qualities.
Canobolis Clinic at Bloomfield Hospital in Orange NSW is a long stay mental health rehabilitation unit for the elderly. It includes a community care unit with a patient treatment room. The clinic installed a Bildspec Series100 movable acoustic wall panels in the treatment room enabling the room to be divided into two smaller treatment rooms depending on the number of nursing staff available at the time to deliver treatment to patients, and the amount of space required depending on the nature of the treatment itself.
Over our 50+ years in business, Bildspec have supplied operable walls into many high-quality aged care centres. Bildspec is 100% Australian-owned and all our components and products are locally sourced and made. Bildspec is the oldest and the first operable wall manufacturer in Australia. We have the most operable wall-experienced staff compliment in Australia. Bildspec is the only NSW-based operable wall manufacturer.
For more information on the moveable acoustic wall panels installed please click here or contact our office on 1300 967 672 or email us at sales@bildspec.com.au
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XFLAM Fire Resistant Insulated Panel System
Recently, there has been changes to fire compliance on an international level. In certain areas of a residential care facility, evacuation in the event of a fire is almost impossible, therefore, fire prevention should be top of mind at the concept stage. In the event of a fire, occupant safety and the protection of adjoining properties are fundamental requirements of building regulations. AM PANEL RANGE IS A FIRE RESISTANT INSULATED PANEL MADE WITH SYNTACTIC FOAM.c
This high performance fire resistant panel has excellent mechanical properties, superior insulation values, and low toxicity making this panel the best multipurpose panel available.
XFLAM Panel is available for interiors, exteriors, facades, roofing and ceiling applications. It is ideal for almost any application that requires a fire safe, mechanically strong building product.
In addition, it’s high thermal performance makes it an ideal insulated panel product for food processing facilities, distribution centres, cool rooms and freezers.
XFLAM Panel is also 100% recyclable, easy and fast to install, saving you time and money during construction.
XFLAM Performance Panel has undergone multiple testing and approvals making it easy for you to insure while also giving peace of mind that you have an approved and conforming building product.
FM Testing includes:
- FM Approved – 4471 Roofing Systems
- FM Approved – 4880 Internal Walls and Ceilings
- FM Approved – 4881 Exterior Wall Systems
- FM Approved – 4882 Smoke Sensitive Occupancies
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Season’s Living – Mango Hill
Location – Maroochydore, QLD
Year – 2020
Architect – E design Architecture
Builder Developer – Phillip Usher
Client – Seasons
Featured Products –GEZE EC Drive and Architectural Door Hardware, Appliances,
Season’s Living – Mango Hill Stage 2 is the latest addition to the growing portfolio of communities developed, designed and delivered by Philip Usher Constructions. Distinguished for developing seniors living communities with a difference, Season’s Living Mango Hill Stage 2 comprises of 94 apartments designed for resort style living.
Continuing our relationship with Philip Usher Constructions, Häfele was entrusted to collaborate with the design team to specify and implement innovative and functional hardware solutions which fulfil the specific needs of the residents.
Safety and security are synonymous with Season’s Living developments and progressive hardware solutions are essential. Häfele’s dedicated project support division designed and supplied a restricted multi-profile master key system, to ensure optimal security for the residents that also accommodates both current and future project stages.
The comprehensive Häfele Architectural Door Hardware schedule includes a diverse range of hardware selected to ensure compliance with current Australian building codes, paying particular attention to DDA suitability across the development.
Apartment entry doors feature robust Startec commercial key-in-lever sets (KNL) for the simplicity of use and for their efficient installation and quality. Accompanying the KNL is the GEZE TS2000 door closer for their ease of adjustment, the variable opening and closing force allows customisation to each apartment and the unique conditions of each resident.
GEZE EC Drive automatic operators are implemented across a variety of single and bi-parting access points. Located in communal areas and activity spaces to ensure the residents move effortlessly throughout their community. Built with multiple input & output parameters allowing the openings to seamlessly integrate with Season’s building management system.
Further collaboration with the design team ensured appliance specifications were also appropriate for the needs of the residents. The complete package included all cooking, cleaning and refrigeration appliances to each apartment. Some key features include touch control cooktops for ease of use and compact dishwashers designed specifically for small spaces.
Häfele are excited to strengthen our relationship with Philip Usher Constructions at Season’s Living Mango Hill and continue to build confidence as a trusted project partner to specify, document and deliver multiple product packages.
Startec Commercial key-in-lever sets, GEZE TS2000, GEZE EC Drive, Hafele 60cm 4-function oven, 60cm ceramic cooktop with touch control, 60cm slide out rangehood, 60cm compact dishwasher, 323L fridge/freezer. 25L microwave, 8.5KG tumbler dryer and 7KG front load washing machine and complete
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An Accessible Path
When thinking about safety, residential care facilities should be designed to support a range of conditions. These include specialised dementia care, psychogeriatric disorders as well as high dependence care.
The building should be designed to facilitate the easy and safe access and flow of residents, staff and visitors.
Residents in residential care facilities experience three times the rate of falls than older people living in the community (Rubenstein et al., 1996 as cited in Shanley). The risk factors for falls are considered to be a combination of intrinsic (related to the person) and extrinsic (related to the environment).
Big Doors with a light touch
At first glance, one brand of sliding doors may appear very similar to the next, but looks can be deceiving. When you open and close a Reynaers sliding door using the effortless lift and slide mechanism, the difference is immediately evident.
The Right Track
The accessibility of windows and doors plays an essential role for aged care settings. Reynaers offers several different systems with a low or a flush threshold. This means that the transition between the in -and outside is completely flat, allowing less mobile persons to have an effortless access to the building. On top of that, Reynaers sliding systems can be equipped with a handy electrical operation, either remote controlled or driven by sensors. Reynaers Aluminium sliding doors are available in double or triple-track systems depending on the desired configuration. The best panel and track options to best fit the needs of the aged care setting can be discussed with your dealer. A level, step free transition and threshold for ease of access and mobility is key. With Reynaers, the client and subsequent user is afforded a durable product that allows for a seamless transition between internal and external spaces.
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Barrier Security Systems for Multiple Applications
ATDC supplies a range of barrier security systems which have multiple applications in aged care and retirement community centres.
ATDC’s folding closures, roller shutters and trackless barriers are ideal for use as an access control device and also for security by screening off a multitude of areas such as halls, libraries, eating areas, reception desks and counter tops, canteens and food service areas.
ATDC’s barrier security systems are light, functional and easy to operate. The trackless barriers are OH+S tested for safe operation. Systems such as roller shutters on oversized apertures are often secured by way of electric operation so they can be open and closed at the touch of a button.
For further information on ATDC’s full range of barrier security systems visit their website at https://www.trellisdoors.com.au/products/commercial-security
Master security licence number 410452552
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Mitigating the Risk for Seniors
X260 Medi-Vet is Oxtek’s No1 solution for anti-bacterial properties and is the only product available in Australia, New Zealand & Asia to offer silver ion technology. X260 Medi-Vet is 100% environmentally friendly and is LOW VOC. NOTE: Be aware of similar products that claim to be anti-bacterial, always request testing.
AGED CARE FACILITIES
For most aged care facilities, when a resident’s room is vacated the flooring system needs to be removed and the concrete needs to be repeatedly treated for protection against bacteria. If a topical toxic anti-bacterial membrane is applied, they are time consuming and generally the rooms cannot be occupied for a period of time. Those who are waiting for a room to be available are at risk of missing out on essential care because of these time delays.
Just one easy application of X260 Medi-Vet is all that is required for 15 years of permanent protection from bacteria and moisture GUARANTEED!!!A new topical flooring system can be installed the day after application of X260 Medi-Vet on existing concrete. The room can be occupied within 2 days. There is always a high demand for accommodation, so this fast turnaround is imperative.
Greenwich Manor Aged Care, Greenwich NSW 2065 X260 MEDI-VET applied for the following reasons:
- Protection from bacteria – Proven control of E.coli and Staphylococcus aureu – MRSA
- Makes concrete impermeable, increasing longevity.
- Cures, Densifies, Hardens and Waterproofs concrete up to 200mm
- Ideally applied as a cure at time of pour by spray but can be applied to existing clean porous concrete
- Environmentally Friendly & HACCP Certified – Low Odour – LOW VOC
- A 15 year warranty against moisture transmission is provided with a project specification
- Increases tensile & compressive strength.
- Retards efflorescence & Shrinkage cracking
The X260 Medi-Vet treated concrete remains compatible with future application of epoxies, line marking paints, levelling compounds, adhesives, and topical flooring systems. Leading manufacturer’s compatibility tests available on request.
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