CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES - LOUVRES
1010 WESTCOTT VENTURE PARK
WESTCOTT
AYLESBURY
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HP18 0XB
Tel: 01296 652800
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Suppliers of: Louvres and screens
Construction Specialties (CS) is a global manufacturer and supplier of specialist building products for the healthcare, education, commercial, retail, leisure and industrial sectors. The company collaborates closely with architects, interior designers, contractors and end users, offering comprehensive project support.
CS product ranges include wall protection solutions, impact resistant doors, entrance matting, expansion joint covers, architectural louvres, explosion venting and solar shading.
CS Louvres
CS have been manufacturing and selling louvres globally for over 60 years and has introduced many innovations to the market. All rain defence and ventilation louvres offered are independently tested and classified in accordance with global building standards. In addition, the company has its own louvre testing chamber to ensure any custom solutions meet performance requirments.
The range includes:
Rain Defence Louvres
Weather louvres allow the passage of air, whilst resisting wind-driven rain ingress. They are typically used where high levels of ventilation and maximum protection from the rain is needed, for instance when sensitive HVAC equipment is located close to the louvres.
CS Rain Defence Louvres are available in horizontal or vertical blade configurations, can be hidden behind attractive perforated screens or can feature varying blade depths, allowing them to become a stand-out element of the facade.
Most models are delivered to site as prefabricated modules for efficient installation. Optional perimeter glazing frames are also available for easy integration into curtain walling.
Ventilation Louvres
Designed to maximise airflow, CS Ventilation Louvres are typically specified for areas where occasional rain penetration is not an issue, but economy is a consideration. Modular options and continuous line variants which are assembled on-site are available, to suit project needs.
Screening Louvres
CS Screening louvres are a simple to install and economical solution for visual screening of plant or other equipment in locations where rain penetration is not a concern.
Acoustic Louvres
Where both noise control and airflow are required. CS Acoustic Louvres can be installed as standalone screens, or can be integrated into building facades. They can also be used in conjunction with any of the rain defence, ventilation or screening options, if needed.
Other Products Available from Construction Specialties:
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES - ENTRANCE MATTING
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES - EXPANSION JOINT COVERS
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES - EXPLOSION VENTING
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES - SOLAR SHADING
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES - WALL PROTECTION
CS Louvres - One Bank Street London, UK
About the Project
One Bank Street, an iconic addition to Canary Wharf, London, stands tall amidst the modern high-rise office edifices in the heart of London’s Docklands. Bordered by the Thames, this 27-story building was designed by the world-renowned architectural firm, Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF). It not only offers a stunning vista of the city but also symbolizes a fusion of modern architectural aesthetics and sustainability, having achieved a BREEAM rating of ‘Outstanding’. Its strategic location, bounded by water on two sides, coupled with its two lobbies, trading floors, and ground-level retail, make it a landmark building.
Design Goals
One of the project’s challenges was integrating high-performance rain defence louvres to ensure efficient ventilation while providing excellent rain defence. To seamlessly merge with the aesthetics of the building, a vertical blade orientation model was essential. The architects at KPF and the façade contractors from the Lindner Group were looking for a solution that would not only address the functional challenges but also resonate with the design essence of the building.
Solution
Construction Specialties (CS) recommended the installation of their modular, RSV-5700 vertical blade louvres. This model has been tested to EN 13030 by an independent third party and is rated as Class A 3 up to 3.5 m/s, providing good airflow performance and excellent rain ingress protection.
The louvres, sitting gracefully underneath a deep overhang at the ground level of the West and South elevations, were powder-coated to RAL 9000, ensuring they matched the glazing façade elements of the building. They were fabricated to custom sizes, with a perimeter frame designed for easy integration into the glazing framework and were fitted with bird guards.
In total, CS supplied 38 modules – many of which were quite large, at around 10 m2 – with an overall installation area of approximately 300 m2.
CS’s specialised product range ensured that One Bank Street not only met its functional requirements but did so with grace and aesthetic precision. This collaboration with KPF architects and Lindner Group highlights CS’ ability to blend functionality with design.
CS Louvres - Car Dealership Brentford, UK
About the Project
A car dealership in Brentford was undertaking a comprehensive redevelopment of existing facilities on their 0.87-hectare site. The core objective was to expand and modernize the showroom and service areas. The project also aimed to achieve a BREEAM “Excellent” rating through sustainable and environmentally responsible design.
The reimagined space would span over 13,200 square meters, offering a showroom for up to 25 cars, a 35-bay workshop, state-of-the-art valeting facilities, office spaces, and a parts distribution hub. Additionally, the design included the new parking facilities for approximately 400 cars, efficiently distributed across five stories.
Design Goals
One of the project’s challenges was the implementation of an effective natural ventilation system within the open-sided car park, to prevent the accumulation of harmful vehicle emissions and to provide an efficient smoke control system in the event of a fire.
The goal was therefore to create a ventilation solution that complied with regulatory standards, while blending with the architectural design. In line with the guidance outlined in section 11.2 of Approved Document B, Volume 2, the system needed to be capable of facilitating natural smoke ventilation, reducing the risk of fire spread and ensuring a safe environment for evacuation and fire-fighting activities.
Solution
To meet the project’s performance and aesthetic needs, CS supplied the A-4085 Ventilation Louvres, fitted with optional bird guards.
This model was specified due to its high percentage free area and very good airflow characteristics, proven in third party testing to EN 13030 standard.
The modular configuration of A-4085 louvres facilitated ease of installation. Factory fabricated units featuring visible mullions were sized to line up with exterior cladding panels for a cohesive façade design.
Covering a total area of approximately 175 m2, the louvres were strategically positioned across various elevations of the building, including the south and north elevations and the valet bay. This included a custom-shaped, trapezoidal area on the south elevation.
The louvres were powder-coated in RAL 9011 (Graphite Black), in a matt finish, harmonizing with the building’s cladding and contributing to the overall visual appeal.
The project was completed in October 2021.
