Insulate Magazine Issue 7

The only independent 

insulation industry 

trade magazine 

Exclusive discussion with 

isover Managing Director David Travill 

Issue 7 /June 2017 

Inside this months issue 

Overheating: 

The hot home issue 

Patent protection for beam 

and block alternative 

Progress, but we must 

keep our eye on the ball

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Contents 

Selecting the right workplace RPE 8-10 

Speed, ease and thermal clout 

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Patent for All-in-One Flooring 14-15 

Undergraduate Scheme Launched 16-17 

Reducing costs with full-fill cavity 22-23 

Overheating: The hot issue 20-22 

Featured CPDs 24-25 

Keep our eyes on the ball 29-31 

New insulation body launched 32-33 

Construction Week 2017 Preview 34-37 

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The awful atrocity’s in both Manchester and London have overshadowed 

the month of May, these vile acts against innocent 

people going about their daily lives must stop. I know I speak 

for the entire team here at Insulate Magazine in that our thoughts 

are with the victims, their friends, their families and with anyone 

effected by these heinous acts. 

The general election campaigns continue ahead of the 8th June and 

the momemtum continues to grow, wheather your choice is “stong 

& stable” or “for the many not the few” the manifestos of both major 

parties hold energy efficiency as a key priority but what is promised 

and what happens post election historically don’t always materialise. 

Colin Heath 

Managing Editor 

Insulate Magazine has partnered with BRUFMA for their conference 

this month, the annual event has an overarching theme, Regulation 

or Education? The role of design in future proofing the UK building 

stock, and will provide invaluable insight and debate into the key 

issues that affect the industry from some of the leading players in 

sustainability, design and building standards. We will be attending 

and featuring a full review in next months issue. 

Enjoy 

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Cover Story 

The only independent insulation industry trade magazine 

Inside 

Isover 

David Travill, Managing Director, Isover UK. Interviewed by Colin Heath 

The insulation industry seems to be 

being championed by government in 

the sense that recently they stated that 

the UK needs to insulate 25 million homes, 

more than one home every minute by 2050. 

How does the industry and in particular the 

mineral fibre space, prepare and execute 

that ideal? 

commitments to carbon reduction that have 

been agreed to or signed up for, not just by our 

industry but also globally. I’m not sure how we 

will meet these without first addressing energy 

consumption. 

As an industry, we are quite active through our 

trade association MIMA who on our behalf, try to 

influence government, with some success. 

I have a belief that government commitment to 

insulating homes only goes part of the way, current 

legislation and regulation and governments 

appetite for the best type of energy conservation, 

which is not to use it in the first place! 

R&D within the industry is contributing to meeting our 

carbon targets, not only are consumers & end users 

benefiting from lower bills, but the new build and retrofit 

contributions are also creating real value for the planet 

also? 

The fabric first solution when insulating any 

property, either residential or commercial has 

to be the priority, I think that we have all struggled 

to come to terms with that, there are many 

You've been here for almost 4 years now, could you 

tell us a bit of your history and how you got to this 

point in your career? 

Time flies doesn’t it! Yes, since 2013 I have been 

here, prior to that I was within Saint Gobain in the 

role of sales and commercial director for British 

Gypsum, so involved in construction and in many 

ways involved in applications that insulation sells 

into, so there are lots of parallels. 

The opportunity to move over to Isover UK was 

initially presented itself on a six-month interim 

term due to the previous MD suffering ill health, 

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it became clear that unfortunately that my colleague 

could not return and within the six month 

period I came to the realisation that Isover UK 

as a business had huge potential to become a 

more assertive supplier to the space, so I was 

very pleased to turn interim into permanent and 

accept the challenge. 

Where do you want Isover UK to sit within 

the marketplace? 

Saint Gobain as a business and our parent 

company has a requirement to be either number 

one or number two within each individual market 

in which they compete, globally Saint Gobain is 

the second biggest player in the insulation space 

across its multi materials, in terms of revenues. At 

present, Isover UK is not first or second, I would 

estimate, given that all company’s do not publish 

their details, that we would be fifth or sixth 

in insulation as a whole and probably the third 

largest mineral fibre supplier if we were to narrow 

that marketplace down again so the challenge 

for me is clear, I would say that over the last few 

years we have been the most progressive player 

in the mineral fibre industry but we still cannot 

claim the number one or number two spot so the 

job is only partially done. 

What challenges do you see the U.K. industry facing in 

the coming years Brexit, Election etc. 

Confidence! As a consequence of Brexit, for 

those who import, whether its raw materials of 

finished goods, we are paying around ten to 

twelve percent more which is likely to remain, we 

are seeing significant inflation which is creating 

huge challenges for foams which mineral fibre 

manufacturers should benefit from, hopefully in 

the longer term we can displace other products 

for insulation applications and replace them with 

mineral fibre products because larger schemes 

and developers need confidence in supply and 

the ability to plan . 

How are Isover positioned to overcome these 

challenges? 

All you can do is to focus on the opportunities 

that do exist, the demand for new housing is real, 

the demand for affordable housing is huge, so 

regardless of who the government is, we need to 

deliver significantly more volume into these areas 

and remain focussed on the opportunities that 

are available even if the decisions from the policy 

makers are slower to arrive because of the current 

uncertainty. 

I also think we need to look at new segments, 

going back to Brexit and its contribution to increasing 

the skills shortage to manufacture and 

install the insulation solutions that exist, it’s very 

difficult to develop and improve processes and 

efficiency without the manpower to back it up. 

As a business we are expecting a growth in 

offsite manufacturing which is related to the skills 

shortage, initially off site had a few false dawns 

but with the investment the sector has now had 

combined with the installed capacity, off site is 

now an efficient solution which is a dynamic that 

we will all have to follow and adjust to because 

routes to market may be very different in two or 

three years time. 

The fabric first solution 

when insulating any 

property, either 

residential or 

commercial 

has to be 

the priority 

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Health & Safety 

Selecting the right 

RPE for your workplace 

Insulate Magazine columnist George Elliott, a technical specialist 

at science-based technology 3M, provides a simple guide for RPE selection 

Each year, around 12,000 people die from respiratory diseases caused by past working 

conditions, according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)[1]. In addition, the HSE 

estimates that annually there are 14,000 new cases of breathing or lung problems caused 

or made worse by work 1 . Those working in the insulation industry, whether in the factory or 

at the installation site, can face a range of respiratory hazards, from glass fibres and dust to 

chemicals. 

Next, employers should act to limit these hazards 

by either eliminating them completely, or 

substituting them for something less harmful, or 

introducing engineering controls to reduce their 

presence. Additionally, administration controls 

should be considered. 

However, sometimes a respiratory hazard will remain 

even after taking these measures. In these 

cases, provision of respiratory protective equipment 

(RPE) may be necessary as part of an employer’s 

control regime. 

When selecting RPE from the numerous options 

available, purchasers should ensure the equipment 

is both adequate and suitable. 

Ensuring RPE is adequate 

In this context, adequate equipment is that which 

is right for the hazard and reduces exposure to the 

level required to protect the wearer’s health. 

Employers’ first step should be to pick RPE options 

that can protect against the particular hazard, 

or hazards, identified in their risk assessment. 

These could be particulates, gases, vapours, or 

some combination of these. 

Next, employers should narrow down their selection 

to only those RPE options that also provide 

enough protection for the quantity of the hazard 

present in their workplace. 

The HSE gives each RPE type an ‘assigned protection 

factor’ (APF), denoting the level of protection 

it offers. This can be cross-referenced with 

both the employer’s risk assessment, if it includes 

the concentration levels of contaminants found in 

the workplace, and Workplace Exposure Limits 

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published in the HSE’s EH40 document, which can 

be downloaded free from the organisation’s website. 

Minimum APFs required for certain tasks are often 

found in HSE guidance sheets. 

3M’s free Select and Service Life Software – 

available at www.3M.co.uk/selectrespirator – can 

also help to simplify this process. By entering details of 

contaminants and their concentrations, companies 

can receive tailored product suggestions. The software 

covers more than 700 chemicals, and also offers 

a method for estimating the service life of certain 

3M filters. 

Ensuring RPE is suitable 

To be suitable, RPE must be right for the wearer, task 

and environment, such that the wearer can work 

freely and without additional risks caused by the 

equipment. 

To find suitable RPE, employers should consider offering 

workers a range of options and involving them 

in the selection process. 3M is happy to provide free 

samples for workplace trials. 

To assess which options workers find suitable, health 

and safety managers may use methods such as staff 

surveys, focus groups and roundtable discussions. 

3M can provide questionnaires to help health and 

safety managers get the most valuable feedback. 

Another point to note is that, under COSHH regulations, 

to ensure RPE is suitable, employers are 

required to face fit test wearers of tight-fitting RPE. 

This is to ensure the respirator adequately seals to 

their face, as the equipment’s performance hinges 

on this. Additionally, wearers of tight-fitting RPE must 

be clean shaven under the area of the face seal. 

Alternatively, those with facial hair may wear loose-fitting 

powered and supplied air respirators. Employers 

can also consider these options if they wish to avoid 

face fit testing. 

When RPE is suitable, this can help to improve 

worker compliance, resulting in improved 

protection. 

To find suitable RPE, employers should 

consider offering workers a range of 

options and involving them in the selection 

process. 3M is happy to provide free 

samples for workplace trials. 

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Training 

Another important stage of the RPE selection process 

is training. Without the correct knowledge, 

workers may be at risk of unnecessary exposure 

. 

Training should begin with outlining the need for 

protection in the first place. Workers must understand 

why and when RPE is required. 

Next, the respirator’s limitations should be explained 

so that users know what they can and 

cannot rely on their RPE to protect them against. 

Putting on and removing the equipment should 

also be covered. This is important as it will affect 

user acceptance of the RPE, as well as compliance 

rates. 3M has produced instructional videos 

demonstrating the fitting of their RPE, which can 

be found on the 3M UK & Ireland YouTube channel. 

Where required, maintenance is also a key topic. 

Reusable respirators must be properly cleaned 

and stored between shifts to prevent damage and 

contamination. 

More information about selecting RPE can 

be found in the HSE guide ‘Respiratory Protective 

Equipment at Work (HSG53)’, available 

free at http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/ 

priced/hsg53.pdf 

Alternatively, call the 3M helpline on 0870 

60 800 60 to discuss specific requirements 

with a technical expert. For more information 

about 3M, visit www.3M.co.uk/safety 

Putting on and 

removing the 

equipment should 

also be covered. This 

is important as it will 

affect user acceptance 

of the RPE, as 

well as compliance 

rates. 

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© Jack Hobhouse 

Design tm-studio.co.uk


Case Study 

New timber pod designer 

chooses Actis Hybrid for its 

speed, ease and thermal clout 

A 

specialist building component manufacturer 

based in North Lincolnshire is 

so impressed by the thermal efficiency, 

speed and ease of installation of the Actis 

Hybrid range it plans to use the full system on 

its entire new range of modular timber pods. 

Fair Share Group Ltd, trading as Highseal Manufacturing 

Company, has been making PVC doors, 

windows and conservatories since 2008. With 

more than 30 years’ experience in the industry 

and a change in market trends towards modular 

buildings, they have diversified and launched a 

new brand, Cre8a, to fulfil the growing demand for 

living, working and relaxation spaces in gardens. 

Cre8a Pods can be used as independent living 

zones for grown up children, home offices, B 

and B chalets, yoga studios, spas, gyms, music 

rooms, art and craft workshops or, of course, 

meditative hideaways and luxury garden rooms. 

It also plans to use the entire Actis Hybrid system 

on the second phase of its designs – Cre8a house 

extensions. 



The modular design of the Cre8a range means 

elements can be slotted together in a variety of 

size and style combinations, all complying with 

current building regulations and offered on a supply 

only or supply and build basis. 

The roof and walls of the pods will be insulated 

with the entire Actis Hybrid system, ensuring 

the pods stay cool in summer and warm during 

winter. Using 125mm honeycomb insulation Hybris 

and vapour control layer HControl Hybrid in 

the roof and 50mm Hybris, breather membrane 

BoostR Hybrid and HControl Hybrid in the walls, 

the pods will enjoy an impressive U-value of 0.18 

in the roof and 0.19 in the walls – higher than 

the specification required under current building 

regulations. 

Electricity, infrared or under floor heating, plumbing 

and shower rooms can be included. 

Other users have been impressed that the speed 

at which it can be installed has cut labour time by 

between 25 and 50%. 

Off-site manufacturers are increasingly drawn to 

the Hybrid system as it can be easily installed in 

the factory, with completed, ready insulated panels 

brought to site for installation. 

With Cre8a Pods the insulation, Hybris is installed 

into the wall panels in the factory, while the insulating 

vapour control layer, HControl Hybrid and 

insulating breather membrane BoostR Hybrid 

are installed on site once the panels have been 

slotted together to ensure the building is water 

and airtight. 

Cre8a director Neil Donaldson explained: “When 

researching the design for the new pods we 

looked at a variety of insulation options before 

settling on Actis Hybrid. It’s CE marked, NHBC 

approved and has LABC and LABSS registered 

details. We chose it not only for its impressive 

thermal efficiency, but also for the ease, cleanliness 

and the speed with which it can be installed. 

The fact that the products are flexible and 

can be shaped firmly around corners and into 

awkward spaces addresses thermal bridging issues 

– thus increasing thermal efficiency. In addition, 

they produce no dust or fibre which means 

there is no need for masks or special clothing.” 

The use of a vapour control layer and a breather 

membrane significantly reduces the risk of interstitial 

condensation, guarantees air tightness and 

can protect the building from precipitation and 

wind driven rain. 

Thermal modelling trials carried out by certification 

body BM TRADA have shown that Actis 

insulated membranes have a dramatic impact on 

counteracting thermal bridging and act as excellent 

thermal blankets. 

As the products are so easy to install – indeed 

can be taught via online videos - they can be 

fitted effectively by less experienced team members, 

thus freeing up more experienced staff to 

work on other, more complex elements of the 

construction process. 

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Industry News 

Jablite All-in-One 

Achieves Patent Protection 

Jablite recently announced that its unique All-In-One Thermal Floor System is now a fully 

patent-protected Intellectual Property. The black and white insulated floor systems that 

are starting to be seen on house building sites across the UK, are now registered Jablite 

invention, only available from Jablite. 

“The process of achieving Patent protection is a 

notoriously lengthy and complicated process,” 

explains Wayne Brown, Technical and New Product 

Director, Jablite. 

“Our patent was first lodged in May 2015. It has 

been a challenging, ongoing an continuous job 

to keep the process moving, whilst testing for 

BBA accreditation and launching the new system 

successfully into the marketplace.” 

Jablite launched the unique All-In-One Thermal 

Floor System in November 16. It is the first insulation 

manufacturer to invent a new system that 

includes the pre-stressed concrete beams and 

to supply it direct to house builders and ground 

workers. 

“We are now in the stage of continuously improving 

the product with small tweaks based on feedback 

from ground workers and our own team’s 

site observations,” says Steve Broadhurst, Technical 

and New Product Development Manager. 

“Our production team are working on ways to 

change our manufacturing process to develop 

systems that bespoke-designed to fit individual 

floor designs. We hope to have more announcements 

on this in the next few months.” 

It has been a challenging, ongoing an 

continuous job to keep the process 

moving, whilst testing for BBA accreditation 

and launching the new system 



“Jablite is in the business of innovating,” says Richard 

Lee, Managing Director. 

“This patented product is part of a new system that 

we supply direct to the end user. This is a massive 

change in direction for our business and I am incredibly 

proud of the team here that has worked so 

hard to develop this new system and to launch and 

sell it into the market.” 

“Now, for the cherry on the cake we have a patent 

to protect our intellectual property and all the years 

of hard work and our £1 million investment” 

I am incredibly proud of the team here 

that has worked so hard to develop 

this new system and to launch and sell 

it into the market. 

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Industry News 

Recticel Insulation 

Launch Undergraduate Scheme 

As part of its investment in its future workforce, leading PIR manufacturer, Recticel Insulation, 

has launched an undergraduate scheme at its state-of-the-art production plant in 

Stoke-On-Trent. It follows the success of its graduate scheme, which has been running 

since 2014, and this year saw its first graduate, Huw Davenport, rewarded with a full-time role 

as Area Manager for its Central and South sales operation. 

The undergraduate scheme comes at a time of 

great focus on the future, as Recticel also announced 

earlier this year it will be investing in a 

new production plant. Plans for the new facility 

were revealed in March. It will be based in the UK 

and significantly increase the company’s manufacturing 

output as well as create a number of 

new jobs. 

With this significant future progress in mind, the 

introduction of Recticel’s undergraduate scheme 

would appear to be a timely one. The programme 

welcomes its first two students - Naomi Davies 

and Charlotte Waite - in June. 

The 12-month placement will help the pair gain 

valuable experience in all areas of the company’s 

business, providing practical ‘hands-on’ knowledge 

to enhance their ongoing university studies. 

Kevin Bohea of Recticel, said the undergraduate 

scheme benefited both the student and 

employer: 

“It’s a great opportunity for potential future employees 

to learn new skills. The students get 

real-life work experience, industry knowledge and 

grow a network with the right people. It adds a 

practical side to their degree. For us as a company, 

having more staff on board means we can 

offer more services and maintain and improve 

the level of customer support for which we’re 

renowned.” 

The idea for Recticel’s undergraduate scheme 

was suggested by its current team of graduates 

as one of their development projects. 

Following their year’s paid placement, 

the pair will return to their respective 

universities to complete their third and 

final year of study. As well as proper 

work experience, the Recticel scheme 

offers a financial incentive. 

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The plan was met with an emphatic ‘yes’ by the 

company’s Commercial Director, Kevin Bohea. 

The recruitment process began once internal 

vacancies were identified. Then, in conjunction 

with Recticel’s HR department and following 

discussions with university careers personnel, 

the positions were advertised at five campuses 

across the Midlands. 

The response, according to Kevin, was “really 

positive”, and led to the appointment of 20-yearold 

Naomi, who is studying a BA Honours degree 

in marketing at Nottingham Trent University, and 

Charlotte, age 20, a Construction Management 

student at University of Derby. 

Following their year’s paid placement, the pair will 

return to their respective universities to complete 

their third and final year of study. As well as proper 

work experience, the Recticel scheme offers a 

financial incentive. 

Kevin Bohea said the company may look to expand 

the scheme should it replicate the success 

of its post-graduate programme. 

Graduate initiatives such as Recticel’s, which 

invest time, money and faith in the UK’s future 

workforce, will not only help bridge the current 

construction industry skills gap, it ensures that 

students are equipped with the skills to enter the 

industry in the future. 

...will not only help bridge the current 

construction industry skills gap, it 

ensures that students are equipped 

with the skills to enter the industry in 

the future. 

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Case Study 

Overheating: 

The Hot Issue 

In our quest to meet greater energy efficiency in homes through better insulation, thermal 

glazing and efficient heating systems, properties might be able to prevent heat losses in the 

winter, but remain at risk of overheating in the warmer months. As we rise to the challenge 

of making our homes more resilient to the extremes of winter, Michael Brogden, Director at 

Darren Evans Assessments looks into the issue of overheating, an issue that needs to be 

tackled head-on. 

The issue of overheating is a complex one and 

not simply a case of airtightness or simple measures 

adopted to increase the efficiency of the 

building fabric. Overheating occurs when heat 

builds up in a home due to external forces such 

as the sun, or from internal sources such as 

appliances and hot water pipes. Throw into the 

mix the increases in the number of unusually hot 

summers as our climate changes, more frequent 

and intense heatwaves and urban high-density 

construction, and you begin to have alarming 

levels of overheating in homes and a potential 

health issue. 

In the past, heat has been lost from buildings 

due to lower levels of insulation and gaps in the 

building fabric. These previous leaks would have 

dissipated the heat gain from south facing windows 

for example, but now, our well-intentioned 

improvements to a building’s efficiency in winter 

means that heat cannot not escape, causing 

issues in the summer. 

The bigger picture 

The 2015 report by the Zero Carbon Hub, ‘Overheating 

in Homes – The Big Picture’, 

highlighted five key risk factors for overheating in 

homes, only one of which directly concerns the 

building fabric. This shows the need for a greater 

focus on wider design issues beyond the building 

itself particularly when planning new schemes. 

These factors are: 

• Site context (e.g. air quality issues may prevent occupants from opening windows) 

• External temperature (warm external air may not provide enough of a cooling effect) 

• Solar gain (unshaded double-glazed windows can lead to high heat gain) 

• Internal gain (electrical appliances, building services and activities such as cooking all contribute to 

heat gain) 

• Building design (Building Regulations require increased levels of insulation and airtightness, meaning 

built-up heat will have to be removed) 

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BRUFMA will put future proofing our housing in the spotlight at its 

second annual conference, taking place at the Building Centre in 

London on Wednesday 28 June 2017. 

The annual event has an overarching theme, Regulation or 

Education? The role of design in future proofing the UK building 

stock, and will provide invaluable insight and debate into the key 

issues that affect the industry from some of the leading players in 

sustainability, design and building standards. 

This year’s annual conference will provide a unique and exciting 

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It is easier with new build schemes to address 

these design factors than with existing buildings 

that may have constraints which are hard to alter. 

For example, opening windows may be restricted 

in apartment buildings such as where they open 

over bins, or tenants may have south facing windows 

or even windows which they cannot open. 

The only approach which is likely to be practical 

in addressing overheating is a combination of 

sensible design interventions taking on board 

what is practical for people to do. 

There are further challenges in urban settings in 

summer, for example, in high density housing in 

cities like London opening windows may even 

cause hotter air to enter due to waste heat from 

cars, air conditioning and other sources. This 

wide range of issues is proof the issue of overheating 

is not as simple as people think. 

Comfortably Cool 

It can be used at the planning stage and later to 

assess overheating risk and influence building 

design for the better. 

In reality, a well-insulated building can make it 

easier for occupants to maintain a comfortable 

temperature whatever the season, but only if that 

shell is well designed in the context of its site, 

and properly constructed to include an appropriate 

ventilation strategy. Whether new build or 

retrofit, it’s important the construction industry 

provides homes that are warm in winter and cool 

in summer. 

In reality, a well-insulated building 

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ventilation (openable windows, dual aspect 

units etc) and mechanical ventilation can be used 

to make free use of free cooling. 

CIBSE’s introduction of TM59: Design methodology 

for the assessment of overheating risk in 

homes, is another step in the right direction for 

the building services industry in terms of future 

proofing buildings to rising global temperatures. 

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Interview 

Progress is being made 

but we must keep our 

eyes on the ball 

Sarah Konstense-Winterton Executive Director, MIMA 

Excuse the use of sporting terms, the summer season is well underway and it appears 

that the general election has been added as one of these annual sporting events alongside 

Wimbledon and the Henley Regatta! The odds on the potential majority for the Tories 

are changing daily and the pollsters’ predictions are wildly varied and for those of you 

who would like to put on a bet, you are braver than I! The long standing ‘favourite’ is losing 

ground so it may be time to consider an each way bet. In reality it may be easier to secure a 

winner at Royal Ascot! 

MIMA has been remaining 

focused and working hard 

with the EEIG to hedge our 

bets and ensure we can be 

post-election ready, whatever 

the outcome on 9 June. 

The election is a time to build 

our support but not let our 

message get lost in the election 

hiatus. Both MIMA and 

the EEIG have launched their 

own manifestos asking a new 

government to keep 

“energy costs in British homes 

and businesses down, by delivering 

a buildings energy infrastructure 

programme which 

brings 20 million homes up 

to EPC Band C by 2035” 

and we have encouraged 

other EEIG members to follow 

suit. 

The last year of campaigning is 

beginning to bear fruit and our 

messages are clearly resonating 

across the political divide 

and the three main political 

parties have been helpful with 

their manifestos. 

There is a clear consensus 

appearing to support the need 

for stronger action on energy 

efficiency. The Lib Dem’s 

proposals, including a ’Green 

Homes Act’, go the furthest 

and Labour have picked up 

on our industry’s call for energy 

efficiency to be a “national 

infrastructure priority”. 

Whilst the Conservative’s 2015 

pledge to insulate a million 

new homes by 2020 has 

disappeared, although official 

statistics indicate this is on 

target, they appear to have left 

the door open to more efficient 

new builds with a pledge to 

“review requirements on new 

homes”. 

This can be viewed as success 

for us but manifestos are not 

firm promises but more an 

indicative policy wish list! 

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Pre-election our political support was growing 

and we continue to build on this by seeking 

the support of candidates through a pledge 

on the newly launch EEIG website, www.eeig. 

co.uk - a pledge to support Energy Efficiency as 

an Infrastructure Priority. This will give us a solid 

support base and early (re)connection with new 

and veteran MPs as the new parliament takes 

shape over the summer and into the autumn. We 

would encourage all those who read this article 

to encourage their candidates to also pledge 

their support when they come knocking on their 

doors. 

Our sights are also fixed firmly on the 6 months 

post-election – crucial for making our case to 

the new government as they look for quick wins 

and popular policies whatever party we have 

in power. We won’t know the makeup of our 

political backbenches or who we will have as 

our Ministers – there are likely to be some new 

faces but one thing is clear – we are ready and 

have a whole armoury at the ready, with the 

Frontier Economics report and engagement and 

profile-raising events over the summer, into the 

party conference season and up to Christmas. 

There will not be one week when politicians will 

be allowed to forget our overarching message 

that we have the (cost-effective) answer, we have 

the blue print for UK government policy making 

on energy in buildings and we can help deliver a 

committed, long-term, sustainable approach for 

improving building energy performance. 

We must also not forget that the EEIG continues 

to grow! We welcomed in a few new EEIG members 

including WWF and the Glass and Glazing 

Federation and we hope more to come. We have 

a great team at the EEIG and many members 

remain very active - at our last meeting we were 

oversubscribed! The EEIG is proving an effective 

coalition and its success based upon working 

with each other, supporting each other’s campaigns 

and where possible aligning our activities 

and messaging to enhance the overall impact 

of our campaign. Recent outputs include the 

WWF letter in The Independent which many EEIG 

members signed. It is refreshing to work alongside 

many like-minded individuals who have an 

experienced understanding of the political arena 

and prove how a broad industry can work effectively 

together towards an agreed objective. 

Thank you to our funders without whom this progress 

could not be made (in no particular order) 

- Rockwool, Superglass, Knauf Insulation, Kingspan, 

ECF, SIG, Isover Saint Gobain UK, Dow 

and MIMA. I must also add that without a commitment 

from MIMA’s Board, I would not be able 

to spend a substantial part of my working week 

on this campaign alongside other colleagues 

– MIMA consultant, Nicola, EEIG consultant, 

Alasdair and of course, Ed & Pedro at E3G. We 

commit a substantial amount of our time to the 

EEIG on top of our day jobs! 

However, there are also some minimal costs with 

the EEIG campaign so we do need your on-going 

support to keeping us powering forward 

and maintaining that drive in the most important 

phase - the next 6 months. We will be undertaking 

a fundraising round over the coming weeks 

and during the summer. We cannot risk losing 

that momentum or grinding to a halt. We have 

come so far, so please join us and support us! 

We are all in this together to turn our vision into 

reality and realise a stable, high quality programme 

that will repair and restore business 

confidence and investment in the industry for 

the future. A vision that will draw on the highest 

standards of workmanship and delivery supported 

by best practice to inspire consumer confidence. 

A vision that will ensure our new government 

delivers on its targets such as reducing 

carbon emissions to ensure it meets its Fourth 

and Fifth carbon budgets, and bringing fuel poor 

homes up to EPC Band C by 2030. 



Whether we have Corbyn, Farron or May on 9 June which one is going to take a punt on the huge potential 

for economic returns, increased productivity, lower energy bills and significant health benefits from 

our delivery vision? So where are you placing your bets for what is proving the ultimate summer sporting 

event? 

Sarah Kostense-Winterton is Executive Director of MIMA, the Mineral 

Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association and provides the secretariat to 

the Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Group. 

For the MIMA manifesto please visit: www. https://www.politicshome. 

com/news/uk/energy/manifesto/mineral-wool-insulation-manufacturers-association/86273/mineral-wool 

For the EEIG manifesto and for further details of the EEIG or would like 

to join please visit our new website at www.theeeig.co.uk. Alternatively 

please contact Sarah at sarah@mima.info 

Get involved with 

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Industry News 

Problems come in all shapes and sizes, 

and issues associated with properties potentially 

damaged as a result of failed insulations are no exception. 

Damp, mould, cracked walls, bad insulation products, poor workmanship, abandoned 

installation projects, failing housing stock. These issues are a nightmare for an ever-growing 

number of people, from home dwellers to Local Authorities, Housing Associations 

and everyone in-between. There has been a real and growing need for a coordinated 

yet comprehensive range of services, tailored to meet the needs of professional people dealing 

with the consequences of damaged properties. Consultation, Investigation and Training 

(CIT) Ltd is a new service which has been set up to fulfill that need. 

Part of the BBA, CIT was founded as a separate, 

independent body that helps to tackle problems 

associated with property insulation. Our independent 

inspection experts have many years of 

experience with all kinds of property defects and 

their root causes, from instances of malpractice 

and inferior product use to poor workmanship. 

They also know what to look out for when assessing 

how house dwellers’ activities affect 

ventilation and the thermal condition of homes. 

In short, whatever the nature of the problem, we 

can we can get to the bottom of it and provide 

conclusive reports with reliable advice on the 

best way forward in each individual case. 

CIT services have been designed specifically to 

address the growing number of inconsistences in 

this area that in recent years has become unacceptable. 

Our services give the user complete 

peace of mind, either about the current condition 

of buildings or when they are being recommended 

for retrofit intervention works. Our aim is to 

raise and maintain industry standards to the benefit 

of home dwellers and those whose responsibility 

it is to look after them. 

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CIT can also advise and help on the content and 

design of specification and tender documents, 

guarantee requirements and maintenance plans for 

housing stock. From tactical, short-term requirements 

to long-term planning, CIT has the knowledge, 

expertise and reputation to help reduce costs 

and improve confidence in the health of the insulation 

industry. 

Our expert investigation services are available to 

Local Authorities, Housing Associations, government 

departments, legal practices, property marketers, 

home dwellers and anyone dealing with the 

consequences of inappropriate insulation retrofits or 

improperly installed insulation products. 

The awards event the 

insulation indusrtry has been waiting for 

So, whether you’re responsible for an entire housing 

stock, acting on behalf of a single client or 

simply lending a helping hand to a family in need, 

CIT is here to shed light on any areas where you 

need reassurance and good advice as to how to 

proceed. 

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Industry Event 

Official launch of 

UK Construction Week 2017 

A unique show designed to bring together the 

leading voices in the construction industry 

UK Construction Week, the largest gathering of the UK’s built environment community 

announces its return to Birmingham NEC from 10 – 12 October 2017, where it will host 

the most popular event in the construction calendar. Set to be its biggest yet with nine 

specialist shows under one roof, the show already has a stellar line up of speakers secured 

from Urban Splash, NHS, Heathrow, Cast Consultancy, Kier and Network Rail. 

In the face of change and political uncertainty, UK 

Construction Week’s main stage will host debates 

on the industry’s leading issues and trends, 

including the housing shortage, diversity, how to 

tackle the skills crisis, building in a pre and post 

Brexit Britain, and adopting modern methods of 

construction. Commanding audiences of more 

than 300, the panel discussions will be anchored 

by leading journalists and industry commentators 

including architect and TV star George Clarke, 

award winning broadcaster Steph McGovern and 

renowned architecture critic Tom Dyckhoff, while 

the individual shows will explore sector-specific 

issues and solutions. 

Offsite Construction 

Offsite construction will be a major theme, with a 

new dedicated offsite theatre and awards programme 

supported by Modular and Portable 

Building Association (MPBA) and Structural Timber 

Association (STA). As the industry continues 

to embrace the latest technologies that allow it to 

build quicker, more efficiently and at a quality not 

achievable before, the show will feature hundreds 

of exhibitors specialising in offsite, including Portakabin, 

Containex, and Wernick Group, making 

it the perfect opportunity for visitors to find out 

why offsite construction will become the way to 

build in the future. 

Nathan Garnett, Event Director at Media 10, 

which runs the show, said: 

“The UK’s construction industry is more topical 

than ever. Not only is it at the forefront of political 

debate and public opinion, it’s also clear that 

we’re moving towards a new age of innovation 

and change with topics such as offsite construction, 

modular and BIM driving so many conversations. 

This will be our biggest event to date, 

and we’re looking forward to bringing the industry 

together to debate, learn and do business, as 

well as showcase a diverse range of products 

and services.” 

Not only is it at the forefront of 

political debate and public opinion, it’s 

also clear that we’re moving towards a 

new age of innovation and change 

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One of UK Construction Week’s main aims is to 

act as a showcase for innovation in the industry, 

whether it’s new ways of working, sustainable 

products or evolving technologies. The Innovation 

Trail will bring visitors the latest products, 

services and innovations that are changing the 

way we build and 

have never previously been showcased in the 

UK. Companies can apply for their product to 

feature on the Innovation Trail by visiting the website. 

Specialist Awards 

A number of new, specialist awards will also 

feature at this year’s event. These include: Low 

Carbon Vehicles Awards, BIM Awards, Offsite 

Awards and the WAN Transport, Concrete in 

Architecture and Adaptive Reuse Awards. The 

UK’s best companies in the industry will also be 

recognised at the Construction Enquirer Awards 

on the opening night of the show. 

Extensive Show 

Consisting of Build Show, Timber Expo, Civils 

Expo, Plant & Machinery Live, Energy 2017, 

Smart Buildings 2017, Surface & Materials Show 

(featuring Kitchens & Bathrooms Live), HVAC 

2017 and Grand Designs Live, UK Construction 

Week caters for the entire spectrum of the industry 

from builders, architects, innovators and 

consultants, each show provides exhibitors with 

the opportunity to network alongside decision 

makers and purchasers while showcasing their 

services and products to thousands of visitors. 

each show provides exhibitors with 

the opportunity to network alongside 

decision makers and purchasers while 

showcasing their services and 

products to thousands of visitors 

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Evening of Entertainment 

Running into the evening, entertainment will 

include a casino night at the Genting International 

Casino with exclusive discounts for exhibitors 

and visitors, a dodgeball tournament and the 

return of the popular beer and ale festival. 

For more information and free registration 

visit UK Construction Week. 

Comprehensive Show 

As one of the leading voices of the construction 

industry, UK Construction Week 2017 will deliver 

its most comprehensive and diverse show 

to date with support from leading associations 

including The Chartered Institute of Building 

(CIOB), Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), 

Construction Products Association (CPA) and 

Builders Merchants Federation (BMF). 

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Election Opinion 

Can the party Manifestos 

live up to their promises? 

Insulate Magazine columnist Simon Storer, 

Chief Executive of the British Rigid Urethane Foam Manufacturers Association (BRUFMA) 

In a critical assessment of the Conservative and Labour party manifestos, Simon Storer, 

Chief Executive of The British Rigid Urethane Foam Manufacturer’s Association (BRUFMA) 

says both parties have shown a commitment to build more houses and address the housing 

crisis but not at the expense of poorer performing buildings. The question is can they live up 

to their promises? 

Labour Party Manifesto 

BRUFMA welcomes Labour’s commitment to 

build, not just the quantity of homes the country 

needs but also their promise to ensure new houses 

are built to an increasingly higher level of energy 

efficiency. This is essential if the UK is to meet 

its climate change targets and help reduce energy 

consumption 

It is also encouraging to see the reintroduction of a 

zero carbon target and the commitment to ensure 

homes are fully and properly insulated, new build 

and existing. However, to achieve this there must 

be a gradual increasing of the standards applied 

by regulation, coupled to a credible assessment 

and measuring regime that gives confidence that 

all new and refurbished houses meet the current 

and future standards and perform as the design 

specification. 

If this doesn’t happen we will be retrofitting new 

build houses at some point in the future and missing 

the opportunity to improve the existing stock. 

We all know how difficult it is to retrofit the 

existing housing so if we fail to ensure new build 

are sufficiently energy efficient we will be failing 

generations to come. We must get this right first 

time 

The proof as always will be in the ability to deliver 

and to find the necessary funding. 

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Conservative Manifesto 

Responding to the launch of the Conservative 

election manifesto, Simon Storer Chief Executive 

of BRUFMA said “We are pleased that the Conservative 

manifesto has heeded our concerns and 

embraced BRUFMA’s call to ensure the UK does 

not reduce the quality of housing at the expense 

of quantity. Promising to deliver one million homes 

by 2020 and a further half a million by 2022 will 

go some way toward addressing the housing crisis, 

and the manifesto stresses a commitment to 

build high quality sustainable homes for the future, 

which we welcome. 

There is also a recognition of the importance of 

energy efficiency for existing homes, but it is disappointing 

that the Conservatives are only considering 

improving fuel poor homes when we know 

that there must be proper incentives to bring all 

the UK’s housing stock up to a much higher level 

of energy efficiency. This will be essential if the UK 

is to stand any chance of meeting its 2050 climate 

change targets and reducing energy 

consumption. 

This would not only provide a better living environment 

for many families, it would also reduce 

energy usage and thereby help with other manifesto 

commitments regarding energy generation 

and would indicate a much more joined up way 

of thinking in addressing these varying challenges. 

The recent past is littered with broken promises 

about housing numbers and failed energy performance 

policies. We know we have the products, 

the expertise and the ability to build and refurbish 

the UK’s buildings to very high standards. But this 

will only be done if there is real political commitment 

and an insistence of meeting ever increasing 

standards applied through regulation, credible 

assessment and a valid measuring regime that 

shows performance has been met. 

Let’s hope this manifesto doesn’t go the same 

way as so many others before it and end up as a 

series of missed opportunities.” 

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