Comar Part of TPG Celebrate 50 Years

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Comar part of TPG – The Parkside Group – Hit Their Half Century

TPG – The Parkside Group Limited would like to take this opportunity to thank all their architectural, contractor and fabricator clients as they celebrate their 50th year and welcome in their Golden anniversary.  As an independent, privately owned British company, The Parkside Group Limited shares it’s remarkable history and here highlights its ambitious strategy for the future.

In 1967, London, a joinery business was founded with a start-up loan of a mere £300.  This small enterprise has now grown into The Parkside Group Limited which includes the market leading brands of Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, Axim Architectural Hardware and Alu-Timber.

Hardwired within the DNA of a business that has survived and thrived for over 50 years is customer service.  To put this longevity in perspective, when The Parkside Group Limited was founded, NASA had not yet taken a giant leap for mankind and landed on the moon.  Since 1967 The Parkside Group Limited has worked through great recessions, 3-day weeks and the Black Monday crash, whilst always maintaining its unique customer service ethos;  working with customers to supply innovative solutions that make their businesses profitable.

The Parkside Group Limited actively seeks to supply solutions and market leading delivery, that provides the market with cost efficiencies which stand the test of time.  Examples of this are operating a 100% in-stock philosophy and twice weekly delivery service, so fabricators can utilise all the cost savings of a JIT policy and for our specification clients creating bespoke aluminium profiles & systems that provide fast-track, robust solutions.  In 1987 Axim Architectural Hardware joined the group and the famous TC-8800 Transom Closer stormed the door hardware market, and still today Axim is the number 1 branded architectural door closer for reliability and performance.

To celebrate the Golden Anniversary, The Parkside Group Limited has a new brand identity to take them through the next 50 years of ambitious plans.  The Parkside Group Limited, now TPG, uses the heritage of the diamond logo, branding aluminium with “TPG” to reassure its partners of the TPG mark of quality.  This is backed up with a new website which outlines the Group’s TPG: 2025 strategy, highlighting the processes that have, and always will be, critical to the businesses success. 

In 2017, TPG:2025 has never been more important, as it aligns with the Government’s “Construction: 2025” objectives.  By publishing our TPG: 2025 strategy, TPG will continue to be the partner of choice for the design and delivery of innovative building envelope solutions to the construction industry.  TPG is proud to be a highly responsive, service orientated, independent business that is known to help, support and value its employees, customers, suppliers and business partners.  TPG’s goal is to be a company that is a dynamic leader, respected for its professionalism, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit now and in the future.

The cornerstone of TPG: 2025 is its Innovation Strategy.  TPG’s Innovation Strategy introduced the Stage Gate process into New Product Development to take advantage of technological advances in terms of materials, performance and production methodologies.  A cross function team works together to research and deliver new products to program, to provide partners with a future proof supplier that develops products that will meet the market’s requirements both now and in the future.

The competitive advantage of the innovation strategy provides “fast to market” new products that exceed the offer of the competition at a cost-efficient price.

Examples of this are the launch of Comar 6EFT Curtain Walling suite, a system with glazing sizes up to 54mm and high-span additional mullions and transoms, that have the highest Ixx and Iyy values in the industry.  This offers wider spans with smaller box sizes, providing value engineered solutions for designers and contractors alike.

In 2017 TPG launches Comar 6EFT Unitised, which features a unique 3 seal arrangement that offers outstanding weather performance coupled with options to accommodate high building movements.

Furthermore, our Comar 10 Window has also been launched, winning an award for innovation.  Comar 10 is a Passivhaus B Certified product with U‐values as low as 0.66 coupled with processes that cut manufacturing costs by 70%. 

Marking the 50th anniversary with such innovative products, TPG, with its market leading brands, will continue to supply innovative solutions that make customers’ businesses profitable now and in the future.

www.parksidegroup.co.uk

T: 020 8685 9685

E: projects@parksidegroup.co.uk

 

 

2017 Building Awards – Shortlist Announced

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Comar are delighted to be the sponsors of the – Architectural Practice of the Year Award  again for 2017.

Congratulations to the following shortlisted practices and good luck to you all:

5plus Architects

Allford Hall Monaghan Morris

Assael Architecture

Buckley Gray Yeoman

Fairhursts Design Group

JTP

Pascall + Watson

Todd Architects

Weston Williamson + Partners

Aluminium For Bespoke House

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Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, with their approved fabricator Nordic Installations completed a new, high specification, bespoke 7-bedroom private residential project.

Comar 5P.i Advanced Tilt & Turn and Casement windows were specified as they offer slim sight lines, thus maximising daylighting as well as the profiles themselves having thicker walls that provide robustness and large spans to ensure they stand the test of time.  The full range of Comar 5P.i & 5P.i ECO windows can be integrated into Comar 6 and are designed to meet CWCT standards & recommendations.

Comar 6 stick build curtain walling was installed.  Comar 6 is a versatile thermally efficient system designed to integrate panels and glass of different widths into the façade with special profiles to include opening vents and doors.  The design of Comar 6 makes it ideal for complex facetted curtain walls as well as sheer glazed facades. 

Comar 9P.i High Performance Pivot Doors were hung directly from the Comar 6 curtain walling.  Comar 9P.i windows, doors and framing offers a truly integrated solution with low U-values and fast-track fabrication & installation. All aluminium was powder coated to a Grey RAL 7024 Satin finish.

Architects: David Wilson Partnership, Devon                                                         Fabricator: Nordic Installations                                                                                           Main Contractor – Pearce Construction                                                                             Location Croyde, Devon.                                                                                                   Comar systems installed 5P.i Advanced (T&T/Casement) 6 Curtain Walling Stick & 9P.i Doors (Pivot)

 

 

 

 

 

Aluminium Specified For Regeneration Project

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Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, with their approved fabricator LDG (Lancashire Double Glazing) completed the installation of aluminium curtain walling, windows and commercial doors to a new waterfront £8.6million flagship office block and call centre. Part of the Mersey Waters Enterprise Zone and the 500 acre Wirral Waters regeneration scheme, and built on previously derelict land, The Tower Wharf project saw the design of the 48,000 sq ft 4 storey office building which includes a roof terrace and office accommodation for around 800 staff.  This project was also the Winner of Best Commercial Building at the ‘RICS’ 2016 Awards and the building achieved the BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating for sustainability.

To maximise natural daylight and facilitate the large glazed areas Comar 6EFT was specified as it offers architects a flexible system, providing a structurally glazed solution, with options for facets, concealed vents and an extensive range of profiles that cater for large structurally glazed panes.  Comar 6EFT also offers the slimmest silicon or EPDM joints in the industry, which means the eye catching glazed area is maximised. LDG could ensure that this project could be completed within the restraints of the budget. Complying with the latest CWCT standards Comar 6EFT systems are mullion drained thermally broken structurally glazed curtain walling system with drained capping, pressure equalised and drained is in accordance with BS6262.

In a market where energy efficient designs and meeting the demands of the latest Building Regulations are paramount Comar 5P.i Auto Opening Vent, thermally efficient polyamide insulated windows were specified. These aluminium windows offer outstanding weather performance and reduce heat loss through the trademark P.i thermal break ensuring low U-values so energy bills are minimised.

Comar 7P.i Commercial Door sets were the natural choice for this high traffic head office/call centre building. Comar 7P.i CD door sets can be hung from Comar 6EFT framing and are a natural choice for any busy environment.  They are available in swing, pivot, sliding, auto-sliding and sliding folding options.

Architects: Falconer Chester Hall

Fabricator: LDG (Lancashire Double Glazing)

Main Contractor: Eric Wright Construction

Project Value: £1m

Systems Used:  Comar 6EFT Toggle, 5P.i  60mm Auto Opening Vents, 7P.i CD

 

Passivhaus Aluminium Windows – Delivering Innovation

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Innovation Delivered – Comar 10 offers a new departure;

a Passivhaus Certified “B” product with         U-values as low as 0.66 coupled with processes that cut manufacturing costs by up to 70%.

The Comar 10 window range includes:

Inward opening, tilt & turn and fixed lights and are internally beaded and glazed.

    • U-values as low as 0.66 W/m2K
    • Cut manufacturing costs by 70%
    • Certified by Passivhaus Institute for cool temperature areas
    • Future-proof & energy saving
    • High thermal insulation with ground breaking technology
    • 90mm deep outer frames
    • Minimal care & maintenance

For further information about Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, please visit www.comar-alu.co.uk call 020 8685 9685 or email projects@parksidegroup.co.uk 

Comar: Designed for Performance, Backed by Delivery

 

New BDM for London & SE

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Comar are delighted to welcome Tom Cahill as Business Development Manager for London & SE areas.

Contact Tom at: tomcahill@parksidegroup.co.uk

www.comar-alu.co.uk

BES 6001:3.1 Certification Awarded

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The impact of our purchasing decisions has never been more critical.  Our global economy is now bringing to bear the Butterfly effect: when a butterfly flaps it’s wings in one part of the world it can cause a hurricane in another part of the world.  Construction by its nature of increasing or improving density is intensely energy demanding, the embodied energy contained in our building stock has derived from the earth’s resources, therefore, as construction professionals we should all carefully consider the ethics of our purchasing decisions.  The materials used on a building draw from the Global economy, therefore a decision today could create deforestation in poorer regions of the world or create the impetus for modern slavery.

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Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, as a British privately owned organisation has always held its integrity in business as the cornerstone of its operations.  As part of The Parkside Group Limited, Comar has built up excellent, long term relationships with its suppliers, ensuring they are paid on time and if issues arose building partnerships which quickly lead to their resolution.

We require as a minimum that they have an ethical business and hold ISO 14001 certification.  Good supplier management coupled with ethical business practices is the basis of BRE’s BES 6001 standard for the Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products.

We are pleased to announce that we are certified through BRE’s new BES 6001:3.01 Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products, receiving a “Good” rating.  This ensures that our architectural and contractor partners can rest assured, that in contracting with Comar and its Nationwide Network of Approved Subcontractors our aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling systems have been sourced responsibly with a company that holds the ethics of good supplier management at its heart.  Not only does BES 6001 audit and accredit supplier management it delves deeper to ensure that all aspects of global citizenship are covered, these are held under three main headings: Organisational Management, Supply Chain Management and Environmental and Social Responsibility Management.  This award is even more noteworthy when we consider that this is the new standard and Comar are the first to receive this in the aluminium sector.  Click to view certification http://blog.comar-alu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/BES-6001-3-1- Responsible-Sourcing-Certificate-2016-2019-Page-1-only.pdf

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Recognising the importance of our Purchasing decisions and the impact they may have on our environment and society, we encourage our Supply Chain to implement a certified Quality, Environmental, and Health and Safety Management System. We also recognise the importance of Environmental Protection and we are committed to operating our business in compliance with all Environmental Regulations, Legislation and initiatives relating to the building industry and the wider Environment.

It is the organisation’s objective to operate with, and to maintain good relations with all regulatory bodies and places Environmental Protection at the core of its operations. The Parkside Group Limited is accredited to the Environmental Standard ISO 14001:2004 and is currently in transition to the new 2015 version.

The Parkside Group is committed to conducting its business in an open and honest manner and as such this our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy reflects the commitment of our employees to minimise the impact of our operations for future generations and ensuring the welfare of its staff and the local area. We pride ourselves with promoting all we do in an ethical and integral way. As part of our commitment to responsibly sourcing we continuously monitor the impact of our working practices and the design of our systems to ensure any environmental impact is minimised.

For our full CSR Statement please visit: www.comar-alu.co.uk/environmental

 

Aluminium Facade for New Hotel

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International hotelier Park Regis have opened their first European hotel in Britain’s second city Birmingham.  Towering over the skyline at 16 storeys the £50 million pound hotel offers 254 rooms, a gym, various bars, business and conference centres and a 2 storey glazed terrace sky bar delivering high end dining to Birmingham. comar-park-regis-atrium-copy comar-park-regis-rofuto-sky-bar-copy

Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems were selected to provide the façade with curtain walling, windows and entrances.  The key element of design for the Rofuto Sky Bar was to allow diners to enjoy clear uninterrupted views across the city, a double height Comar 6EFT Curtain wall was selected as it offers strength with a sleek 50mm sight-line.  This ground breaking system, leads the way by offering a 50mm stick system with the capability to span further as the mullions and transoms have the highest Ix and Iy values on the market today.  The design is also in keeping with the hotels minimalist Japanese Interior which echoes the “Byoba” art of Japanese screens.  The curtain wall grid was off-set with symmetrically staggered mullions and transoms which create the typical lattice effect found in Japanese interiors.

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The profiles where finished in RAL 7016 Matt Grey  which seamlessly blends into the mahogany, cream and gold interior.  All structural calculations were carried out by Comar’s Special Projects Team who ensured all Comar bracketry and fixings will withstand any sway, dead or live loads.

The cladding to the façade below the Rofuto Sky Bar was a palette of Ruukki panels, polished stone rain screen, and Kingspan Benchmark, A.  Comar’s interface range of adaptors allowed the Comar 5Pi Advanced Windows to seamlessly integrate with the differing cladding elements.  The design detailing of all these elements ensured that the façade had no thermal bridging and will maintain it’s air and water-tight solution.

Moving to the base of the building, Comar 6EFT capped curtain walling was used.  Comar 6EFT interfaces with the dramatic angled cantilevered entrances.  For this element of the face design the detailing and installation had to be precise to ensure that drainage and seals create a future-proof water tight solution.

Integrated into the curtain wall the entrances have to provide both a statement of welcome and ensure uninterrupted access.  Often the first experience of a hotel is the entrance, which needs to provide form as well as function.  The Comar 7P.i Commercial Door system is one of the most comprehensive on the market today.  Sections are robust and offer an ideal solution for high traffic entrances.  The doors selected were auto sliding which allow uninterrupted passage into the double storey entrance lobby.

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APiC, a Comar Approved Fabricator were involved throughout the specification stage with both Comar and the Architect.  APiC also worked closely with the Contractor to ensure that the project programme was met to ensure the time critical opening of March 2016 was achieved.  Steve Tycer Managing Director of APiC UK, said.  “We enjoy working with Comar as I know we can reassure our clients that site deadlines will be met.  Comar’s Market Leading delivery is a key factor when we are up against a tight programme.“

Developer: Colmore Tang Construction
Architect: BDG (Building Design Group) Tamworth

 

Congratulations – Bennetts Associates – Building Awards 2016

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Comar were delighted to sponsor the Architectural Practice of the Year Award at the 2016 Building Awards held in London on 8th November.

And the winners are: Bennetts Associates – congratulations to you and all the shortlisted practices from the team at Comar Architectural Aluminium.

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5plus Architects
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Assael Architecture
Bennetts Associates
BuckleyGrayYeoman
HLM
Levitt Bernstein
Make Architects
Ryder Architecture
Scott Brownrigg