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Welcome to our Spring journal, time is flying by and we are just getting to grips with
answering the phone as CFAS after decades of saying OFAS.
The name change has gone down extremely well,
with many Associates appreciating the fact we
have changed our name to reflect their business
sector.
With the early spring sunshine experienced in February whilst collating
the Journal, we are all keeping our fingers crossed that we don’t have
snow during Clerkenwell Design Week! There are so many great
things in the programme, events happening, seminars occurring and
demonstrations planned, that it would be cumbersome to be in snow
boots, woolly hats and gloves. Not to mention difficult holding a pint
outside one of the many pubs networking with colleagues old and
new. As media partners, our CDW mini-journal will be available in
various showrooms and at the CDW Press Office for visitors to pick
up, so please do contact us about your entry as this will reach a huge
audience during the event, as well as the subscription database who
receive it in early May during the CDW build-up. Remember those
Associates not exhibiting at CDW, this journal will keep your brand in
the public eye and reach a large volume of prospective customers.
As promised, we continue our journey of revamping the Journal,
giving it a fresh modern feel, more editorials, articles from Associates
and important updates from FIRA. Environmental issues and
sustainability is our Journal theme this quarter, with plenty of articles
to be surprised about and enjoy. Recently, there has been a lot in the
news directly and indirectly relating to our industry - a Parliamentary
report recommending the fashion industry apply a 1p tax per garment
to fund fabric recycling schemes - Ikea rolling out to more countries
sustainability schemes such as: customers returning old Ikea furniture
to get a refund to spend in store, and in some countries being paid for
Ikea furniture to be resold in the Ikea bargain corner. Planet health is a
subject here to stay.
As always, myself and the CFAS team are here at your disposal.
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Alan
CONTENTS
5 PLANET HEALTH
15 INDUSTRY NEWS
20 SIT STAND
22 PRODUCT NEWS
29 SERVICES
29 ANNUAL EVENTS
EDITORIALS
4 NEWLY LAUNCHED CFAS
6-7 WHAT IS OUR GOVERNMENT DOING?...
8-9 WELCOME TO THE AGRICULTURAL REVOLUTION!
10-11 ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
12-13 HOW THE BIOCIDE REGULATIONS AFFECT FURNITURE
14 EAST MIDLANDS’ BUSINESSES CONTINUE TO LOVE RECYCLING
17 IS THERE SUCH A THING AS THE PERFECT INSTALLATION?
18 THE DREADED BOTTOM LOCKER!
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PLANET HEALTH
Smaartbox is a simple solution to store and carry files,
equipment and personal possessions from lockers
and cabinets to workspace or breakout areas. It can
contain most file formats, is light, robust and with
its unique hinging system easily stores flat when not
in use. The box can be reshaped into the full open
format in seconds.
The constituent materials are: carcase and handles –
polypropylene; edge trims UPVC; and the hinge hoops
are steel wire, all of which are totally recyclable.
Although the product has a long life expectancy,
when no longer required the units can be collected
and recycled, strictly adhering to ISO 14001: 2015
Environmental Management and ISO 14006:2011
Systems, to achieve this. After material separation,
specialist recycling agents are engaged who manage
the disposal and certify the operation, which can be
passed back to the end-user to comply with their
corporate health & safety policy.
The product concept was originally developed for
one of the large accounting consultancy firms in
London, who wished to improve their methods of
open-plan hot-desking (currently ‘agility working’)
accommodation management. This was eventually
rolled out to their many facilities throughout Europe.
The main design criteria was to develop a personal
container that was light, durable and, as Churn was at
a high frequency, would be interchangeable between
most storage platforms, e.g. file cabinets, personal
lockers, desk pedestals and relocation crates.
Many prototypes were developed which investigated
the possibilities of alternative body colours, corporate
branding and dimensions, but by far the most popular
choice was the now standard foolscap opal coloured
box.
The product is competitively priced and manufactured
in UK and distributed to users all over the world. Our
customers have said they enjoy its simplicity, flexibility
and collapsibility when returned to store.
Stuart McVan
Smaartbox Limited
sales@Smaartbox.ltd
www.smaartbox.co.uk
Facebook: SMAARTBOX
Enva is a leading provider
of recycling and resource
recovery solutions working
across the UK. With
sustainability at the forefront
of its proposition, Enva
recovers a broad range of
waste materials for re-use
in manufacturing and for
energy conversion, as well
as providing a complete
portfolio of waste services.
www.enva.com
LinkedIn @enva
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INDUSTRY NEWS
As part of its ongoing product development
strategy, ABL is excited to announce its new
Smart Charge component featuring both
A+C type charging. The new Smart Charge
is available for ordering and available for all
desk solutions.
Please call or contact them for more
information.
Tel: 01933 400 080
sales@abl-uk.com
www.abl-uk.com
Exciting news from Margolis
Office Interiors
They are re-launching their Interior fit-out
and refurbishment service.
They have brought together a group of
interior fit-out designers, project managers
and contractors to create a first-class team
ready to understand your needs and provide
the high-class service you would expect
from Margolis.
To arrange a consultation, contact them.
Tel: 0207 387 8217
info@margolisfurniture.co.uk
www.margolisfurniture.co.uk
Burland and Electropatent International
have fully adopted the principals of the
circular economy. Recently they removed
several hundred desk power bars which
had been installed between 15 to 18 years.
The client wanted them upgraded by
removing the switch and fuse and replaced
with RCBOs to meet the latest regulations.
This was done with minimal waste and the
product is good for another 20 years! Others
would dispose and replace with new!
Tel: 01473 858 214
www.burland.com
Leaders in Affordable Ergonomic
Office Furniture
Century Office are a leading UK office
and contract furniture supplier, with over
40 years’ experience in the industry. They
provide workplace solutions and offer a
tailored approach for architects/trade,
interior designers and facility managers for
small offices to large corporations as well as
educational facilities.
Tel: 0800 092 9301
sales@century-office.co.uk
www.century-office.co.uk
De Raat Security Products has been
supplying safes and vaults to UK domestic
and commercial customers since 1967. De
Raat supplies ‘off the shelf’ and bespoke
security solutions to meet their customer
requirements. If you have an enquiry all you
have to do is give them a call.
Tel: 0330 058 5306
www.deraat.co.uk
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Space Planning
copy me, cut me, plan me!
Sapphire Contractors are dedicated to giving the education sector
their full support in numerous areas with all their Staff having a
current Advanced DBS.
They are NICEIC, F-Gas, IFC, Excel accredited. They carry out
Laboratory, Classrooms and WC refurbishments in their entirety.
They are a dedicated, professional and reliable company.
Tel: 020 8665 6226
www.sapphirecontractors.co.uk
Are you dealing with financial hardship?
The Furniture Makers can help!
Or drop us an email and we’ll do the work for you!
Scale 1:200
hello@dianebutterworth.com
+44 (0) 1908 534204
www.dianebutterworth.com
The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company
and charity for the furnishings industry, has been supporting people
working in the UK furnishing industry for more than 100 years.
If you work in the industry and are going through tough times
financially, you may be eligible for a grant.
The charity provides financial assistance for essential household
items or bills, funeral expenses, property repairs, disabled and
medical equipment, respite or convalescent breaks, general
financial hardship or pre-tenancy costs and removal costs.
Don’t suffer in silence, the charity is here to help.
For more information call Robin Lomas, welfare officer:
Tel: 020 7256 5558
welfareofficer@furnituremakers.org.uk
www.furnituremakers.org.uk
Dams Furniture have re-launched their dams.
com website, designed with a modern new
look, user-friendly navigation and updated
with the latest company news and product
information. The re-designed site offers quick
and easy access to essential information and
features while offering a more comprehensive
understanding of Dams core competencies,
company services and customer support, all
with a fully responsive design allowing users
to access the site on desktops, tablets and
mobiles.
Tel: 0151 548 7111
sales@dams.com
www.dams.com
Metalicon’s dealer partners receive
unbeatable discounts across the range.
Coupled with FREE* UK delivery with no
minimum order quantities, it’s easy to see
why Metalicon is the choice of specifiers
for monitor arms, CPU holders, pedestals,
cable managers, power modules and more.
*Terms and conditions apply. Exclusions
apply.
Please visit their website or call.
Tel: 01502 533 444
www.metalicon.com
Pledge have remained one of the UK’s
leading office seating manufacturers for
nearly 50 years.
Pledge prides itself in being a “true” office
seating manufacturer as many of the
components are produced in-house within
its own premises, along with the design and
development.
Tel: 01525 376 181
sales@pledgechairs.co.uk
www.pledgechairs.co.uk
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Staverton Signs up a New Showroom in the Heart of
Clerkenwell
Following an extensive search for the ideal showroom space,
Staverton are excited to announce they have secured the ground
floor lease of 17-18 Haywards Place. A newly refurbished,
warehouse-style development, it sits between St. John Street and
Clerkenwell Green.
As experts in innovative design, they pride themselves in helping
clients achieve their perfect workspace solution. Staverton have
designed their own showroom to inspire creativity, reflecting the
many possibilities for the modern workplace. They have included
furniture from all their main ranges, together with interactive
sketchbooks, video presentation screens and a sample wall for
clients to browse their full range of finishes. They understand the
importance of a connected, social workspace and have a dedicated
a social area to host immersive talks and educational classes.
They intend to unveil their new showroom in early April, presented
as a fully agile working environment for their own staff and visitors
alike. They’ll be hosting an office-warming event during Clerkenwell
Design Week ¬– and they would love to see you there.
Showroom Address: 17-18 Haywards Place, Clerkenwell, London
EC1R 0EQ.
Tel: 0203 794 1202
www.staverton.co.uk
Future offices must provide employees with differentiated, versatile
work environments offering supportive settings for a variety of
activities. m.zone Cloud aids the unconventional exchange of
information within and across teams. The fabric shell gently screens
off the area without making the space feel cramped and is available
with integrated lighting and a plug-in option for mobile technology
devices.
Tel: 020 7490 3627
london@wiesner-hager.com
www.wiesner-hager.com
Manufacturer WSOF Ltd are experiencing an abundance of orders
for their Wooden Leg Bench Desking. It was only launched late last
year, but along with their locker units, it’s proving to be a very cost
effective option in the marketplace. The range includes tables and
stools and is available in all their standard finishes.
Tel: 01243 512 215
www.wsof.co.uk
Vital Parts are pioneering in Chair and Furniture Components with
a vast selection of Replacement Feet, Gliders and Castor Wheels.
Whether you’re in Hospitality, Education or Manufacturing, these
applications are essential to the quality and performance of your
product and service. Accept no alternatives, join thousands of other
UK Businesses and check out their selection.
If online or via social media, then follow the link below to their Chair
and Furniture feet range.
www.vital-parts.co.uk/furniture--chair-feet-18-c.asp
Tel: 01233 713 581
www.vital-parts.co.uk
Viasit’s Drumback by designer Martin Ballendat is one
of the most innovative office chairs in recent times.
This intelligent product saves up to 400 tons of foam upholstery
material and polypropylene per year and has received the “Green
Product Award” because of that.
Contact: Patrick Schnur
Tel: +49 6821 2908 400
p.schnur@viasit.com
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Electronic Sit-Stand for Bench Desking
The newest addition to Aaron’s extensive Bench Desking range is
the excellent new electric height adjustable insert kit for existing
bench desking.
These kits are purchased individually, and can be used to convert
existing bench desking positions to sit-stand desks with minimal
disruption, and without the need to replace legs or desk tops.
Utilising the existing frame of the bench desk, the telescopic beam
is replaced by the insert kit, allowing height adjustment from 740mm
- 1390mm at the touch of a button, whilst retaining the use of cable
trays and screens.
Contact them for prices and availability.
Tel: 01489 892 111
sales@aaron-desking.com
www.aaron-desking.com
Sit-Stand Working Made Easy
The new Levado Height Adjustable Desk encourages employees to add
movement to their working day, effortlessly.
Smarter by design and expertly
made, the Levado includes SwiftLok
assembly for quick and easy set-up,
whilst the Feather-Lift LED control
paddle achieves the ideal height and
working position in seconds.
Email Tim Browning – tbrowning@fellowes.com
Find out more at www.fellowes.com
Quiet and elegant lifting columns, desk feet, and under desk
frames for height adjustable desking. German designed,
European manufactured, UK customer service and support.
To find out more please contact them on:
Tel: 01296 611 660
DewertOkinSales@pmgb.co.uk
www.dewertokin.com/products/office
There are many ways to get in touch
with us including social media. Feel
free to contact us through Facebook,
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look forward to hearing from you.
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Ready.
Set.
Done.
DESK FRAME 1 is one complete
full frame lifting column solution for
electric adjustable office desks.
Including frame, legs and feet.
From a global supplier close to you.
LINAK.CO.UK/DESKLINE
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DURAFRAME ®
PRODUCT NEWS
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PRODUCT NEWS
Contact Cobal Signs for more information on their comprehensive
range of workstation accessories, including nameplates, pin and dry
wipe boards and letter trays, all available in a range of colours to fit
any workstation.
Tel: 01635 570 600
www.cobal.co.uk
Capsule is CMD’s new on desk power module that features a
dual port Type A and C adaptive fast charger with LED indicators.
Available in black and white, Capsule has 2 x UK sockets with
individual switches and resettable 3A thermal cut-outs.
Tel: 01709 385 460
sales@cmd-ltd.com
www.cmd-ltd.com/capsule
NEW FROM ABL: USB-C POWER DELIVERY
Charge your device up to 75% faster than with a standard C-type!
compatible
reversible
fast
AVAILABLE FOR ORDERING IN
EVERY DESK SOLUTION
www.abl-uk.com I sales@abl-uk.com I +44 1933 400 080
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PRODUCT NEWS
Must-have Looks 2019
Be inspired!
Tel: 07484 721 750
Email: chairs@ldseating.co.uk
www.ldseating.com
Due to an excellent response to their Verse
chair, Office Interiors have added additional
combinations which come with seat pads
if required. The chair is by far the cheapest
multipurpose stacking chair you the dealer
can buy today in the UK with large stocks
held.
Tel. 01535 601 100
www.officeinteriorswholesale.co.uk
Ultra+
An extension to their popular modular
seating range. The new additions can
be specified with separate seat and back
colours. They are also available to order
in a variety of vinyls. The new range also
includes a fully upholstered corner unit.
Lead times as standard.
Tel: 01536 418 341
www.steelco.co.uk
These elegant Panel Plan Tallwall
units have been designed to fit
perfectly around the curved walls
of Symantec’s new offices in
Reading. So, if you’re faced with
a storage problem that’s not as
straightforward as it may seem
then contact Panel Plan today.
GoGo
Designed by John Coleman
www.knightsbridge-furniture.co.uk
sales@knightsbridge-furniture.co.uk
t: 01274 731900
For more details please contact sales@panelplan.co.uk
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PRODUCT NEWS
To complement their comprehensive range
of desks and tables, BOX15 have added a
new range of modular X65 tall team tables.
Designed and manufactured in Italy, these
stylish new team table frames are tall,
modular and can even be daisy-chained to
create longer table runs. Perfect for office,
social and meeting spaces!
Contact BOX15 today for full details and
pricing:
Tel: 01295 565 001
www.box15.co.uk
Comfort’s innovative range of ergonomic
task chairs are the perfect fusion of art and
science. Designed to be compatible with
individuals’ needs through smart design,
engineering and advanced technology, such
as their patented single lever mechanism.
Visit them in their Clerkenwell Showroom,
The Gallery or contact them for more
information.
Tel: 0845 652 0693
www.comfort.global
The Perfect Locker Solution
The TRONIC Mifare, is DOM’s electronic
lock ideal for schools and leisure centres.
Benefits
- Retrofit capabilities from their coinoperated
range
- Single and Multi-user modes
- IP65 rated
- 50,000 cycles battery life
- Centralised configuration
- Automatic Open / Close Time function
- Master, User and Programming Cards as
standard
Tel: 0121 569 7790
sales@dom-security.co.uk
www.dom-security.co.uk
Eurofit Systems are proud to introduce their
tilt-top table frames which offer a strong
mechanism as well as being easy to stow
away, thus making them a perfect solution to
commercial office/conference environments.
Tilt top table frames offer flexibility for space
within the workplace and are suitable for
rectangular, circular or semi-circular table
tops.
Tel: 01482 714 488
sales@eurofitsystems.com
www.eurofitsystems.com
Glazpart, previously known under the
Promould name, add the finishing touches
to your products. These include their
range of tube inserts, tube adjusters, hand
wheels and ferrules/tips. Glazpart add the
finishing touches for many furniture designs,
including conference chairs, desks, beds,
tables, office desks and diverse furniture
applications.
Tel: 01295 264 533
sales@glazpart.co.uk
www.glazpart.com
DURAFRAME® is the infoframe that can
be attached to most surfaces without the
need for any tools! Present information in a
high quality and professional way by simply
lifting the magnetic frame. Available in a
variety of attachment options, sizes and
colours to suit any workplace!
Get your free sample at
www.duraframesample.com
Tel: 01202 897 071
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NOVUS
TRA NSFORMING SPACES
The workplace is evolving.
Novus is a multi-functional zoning system forged from a steel
frame and enhanced with beautiful wooden elements.
This exclusive range of contemporary office furniture is a
symbol of a productive, creative and adaptable workspace.
www.frem.co.uk
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PRODUCT NEWS
With a long-established steel manufacturing plant and a recently
expanded woodshop facility, Moduflex Ltd is well positioned to respond
to the rising demand for bespoke locker projects.
Their production facilities allow for a bespoke approach to locker design
and the efficient manufacture of MFC and steel furniture products.
Lockers can be manufactured in steel or MFC, or a combination of both.
Experience gained on a number of varied projects has improved their
knowledge and intelligence extensively, specifically in relation to locking
variations and power solutions. The most valuable aspect of their
service to clients is the ability to be truly flexible with design.
For more information;
Tel: 01179 822 882
info@moduflex.co.uk
www.moduflex.co.uk
@Moduflex_info
ANNUAL EVENTS
Triumph’s Metrix modular seating will help
your workplace look great – and deliver flexible
environments!
The Metrix work-booth promotes inspiration, flexibility, productivity
- in individual workspaces and collaborative meeting spaces. The
stylish design exploits Triumph’s ever-expanding manufacturing
capabilities, delivers superior versatility and is adaptable to a range
of settings and industries.
Tel: 01685 352 222
marketing@triumphfurniture.com
www.triumphfurniture.com
MOOD - MEET ONLY
ORIGINAL DESIGNS, BRUSSELS
www.moodbrussels.com/en
FX INTERNATIONAL INTERIOR
DESIGN AWARDS
www.fxdesignawards.co.uk
LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL
www.londondesignfestival.com
JANUARY FURNITURE SHOW
www.januaryfurnitureshow.com
THE DESIGN JUNCTION
www.thedesignjunction.co.uk
OFFICE FURNITURE CHINA
www.furniture-china.cn/en-us
EDUCATION ESTATES
www.educationestates.com
THE HOTEL SHOW
www.thehotelshow.com
WORKTECH LONDON
www.unwired.eu.com
100% DESIGN
www.100percentdesign.co.uk
LUX LIVE
www.luxlive.co.uk
CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK
www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com
THE ACADEMIES SHOW
www.academiesshowbirmingham.co.uk
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SERVICES
Fast Key Services are the UK’s leading
supplier of replacement keys and locks for
office furniture and lockers. Fastkeys cut
and dispatch same day, a comprehensive
range of keys for locks covering all
the major lock and office furniture
manufacturers. These include Lowe and
Fletcher, Ronis, Ojmar, Ahrend, MLM
Lehmann, BMB, Hafele, Hekna, Huwil, Knoll,
Touch T6 and many more.
Tel: 01268 562 562
sales@fastkeys.co.uk
www.fastkeys.co.uk
Mobius are dedicated to delivering creative,
innovative and functional design solutions
for your workplace. Their turnkey service
ensures a thorough and seamless process
from design to fit-out. With accurate virtual
reality representation during the design
process, they can guarantee that there will
be no surprises.
Tel: 01189 781 419
info@mobiusatwork.co.uk
www.mobiusatwork.co.uk
Desk Warehouse are a Belfast based
company, which services a wide range of
businesses and homes throughout the UK
and Ireland. They welcome the opportunity
to distribute products for GB based
wholesalers and have a speciality in buying
discontinued, liquidated and remaindered
stocks.
Tel: 0800 999 6055
www.deskwarehouse.co.uk
Suttons offer a complete cost-effective
renovation and refurbishment service for all
types of office seating. From a single chair
to 100 plus chairs, they are happy to survey,
assess and repair your office seating, to
help reduce both your costs and impact on
the environment.
Contact Suttons for a FREE estimate and
advice.
Tel: 01458 252 492
sales@suttonupholsterers.co.uk
www.suttonupholsterers.co.uk
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www.acs365.co.uk
www.leeandplumpton.co.uk
www.solutions-4.co.uk
www.activeofficeseating.com
www.maine.co.uk
www.southernofficefurniture.co.uk
www.andrewsofficefurniture.com
www.nomique.com
www.stebul.co.uk
www.bof.co.uk
www.nutrend.co.uk
www.tcoffice.co.uk
www.claremont-centre.com
www.officedepot.eu
www.tula.uk.com
www.createseating.co.uk
www.okamura.com
www.woodstockleabank.co.uk
www.ecodesk360.co.uk
www.primarygroup.co.uk
www.yo-yodesk.co.uk
www.elite-furniture.co.uk
www.rapidoffice.co.uk
www.freewall.co.uk
www.redbox.co.uk
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VERTICAL
POWERDOCK
Vertical Powerdock provides a discrete
solution for power, data and USB charging.
Now with the PD3 version you can have
full connectivity even when lowered!
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Telephone 01258 841001
www.broadpower.co.uk