TECHNAL LTD
Hydro Building Systems UK Ltd
Severn Drive
Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire GL20 8SF
Tel: 01684 853 500
Fax: info.uk@technal.com
Suppliers of: Aluminium Windows, Sliding Doors, Aluminium Doors, Commercial Doors, Curtain Walling,
Imagination makes the world go around. At TECHNAL, it’s our driving force and way of doing things. It allows us to move forward, innovate and inspire. Where others just see a window, we see cutting-edge technology that benefits both the users and the environment. We see the future.
The TECHNAL brand from Hydro was created over 60 years ago and is a pioneering international specialist in architectural aluminium building systems. We have established an unrivalled reputation for innovative and inspiring design solutions, building up a profile of impressive award-winning projects.
With a history in the UK that spans more than 30 years, our aluminium building solutions have been used to create purpose-designed facades for diverse sections of businesses and residential buildings. We have a clear understanding of the requirements of architects, contractors, developers, fabricators and occupiers which enables us to create an innovative, technically advanced and flexible product portfolio.
Sustainable development is one of the greatest challenges facing the industry today and we need to transform our economy. TECHNAL shares the values and commitment of the Hydro Group, a world leader in aluminium solutions, namely the preservation of natural resources, the reduction of CO2 emissions and waste, the guarantee of employee safety, the satisfaction of quality expectations and the improvement of consumers’ quality of life. These goals to protect the environment and to build a sustainable future are made possible with the sustainable aluminium alloys we offer.
HYDRO CIRCAL® 75R RECYCLED ALUMINIUM
Hydro CIRCAL® is a range of prime quality aluminium made with a minimum of 75% recycled end-of-life aluminium (post-consumer scrap), like for example façades and windows that have been dismantled from building and fully recycled. Solutions using Hydro CIRCAL® have the highest share of recycled aluminium on the market, at least 75% and have one of the smallest CO2 footprints world wide – 2.3kg CO2 per kilo of aluminium. This is six times, or 84% less than the world-wide average for primary extraction.
LOW-CARBON ALUMINIUM Hydro REDUXA®
Hydro REDUXA® is our low carbon aluminium range. Thanks to modern technology and the use of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power, we can produce aluminium that is cleaner than ever before. The threshold of four kilograms of CO2 per kilogram of aluminium is the maximum allowable carbon footprint for this product line, a figure that includes total emissions from mining, refining, transportation, power and anode production, smelting and casting.
We certify that the dedicated parts of our production comply with the highest standards, even from a climate perspective, because we believe that as our customers’ footprint shrink, there are many opportunities available to them.
- GEODE MX 52 - GEODE MX successfully combines the creative and visual demands of architects and the functional needs of contractors, developers, and occupiers. By simplifying the technical aspects, manufacturing, and the installation process ensuring high quality, convenience, and cost-efficiency
- SPINALMY 62 - Based on the 62mm module and with a patented assembly system, SPINAL MY combines pleasing aesthetics, large sizes, and interior comfort. The double skin creates a space between the façade and exterior wall enabling bioclimatic buildings to be created. This product is a true link combining technical and design expertise. All visual aspects can be created with easy integration.
- ELEGANCE 52 - Elegance 52 is a comprehensive aluminium curtain wall system that combines technology and design with the demands of contemporary building architecture and construction. By using a 52mm aluminium substructure width a slim sightline is provided alongside necessary strength and inertia requirements.
- CROWN RESIDENTIAL With Technal Crown Residential Window Suite, true flexibility is available to meet your product needs. Our design expertise, technical knowledge, and passion have developed this window system to provide you with a range of options and capabilities - including those that provide structural integrity. The Crown system was designed the way we would like them to look in our home, making them perfect for residential projects
- SOLEAL FY 65 - The innovative, universal window system that brings high performance, technical advancements, and design features to enhance your project.
- DUALFRAME 75 SI - The Dualframe 75 Si window system has been designed to comply with the increasing complexity of meeting Secured by Design, Building Regulations, British Standards and other regulatory demands.
- DUALSLIDE - The Solution for vertical or horizontal sliding windows. Using advanced polyamide thermal break technology, Dualslide provides high thermal performance without foam filled profiles or costly sealed unit specifications.
- DUALFRAME 75 - The Dualframe system combines strength, safety, sustainability and beauty for new-builds or refurbishment projects, particularly in residential, educational or light commercial buildings.
- TIGAL - TIGAL is a hybrid pull-slide system, combining the advantages of a sliding door with the performance of a window. This product is ideal for meeting the challenges of climate change as it has excellent thermal insulation and weather performance compared to traditional sliding systems. With a patented central sealing system, exceptional water-tightness is guaranteed – up to four times greater than a traditional sliding door.
- CONFORT - Confort is a high performance thermally insulated sliding door system, with a user-friendly (lift-) slide action. The system, with an attractive aesthetic line, is durable, stable and remarkably energy efficient. With a maximum vent weight up to 400 kg large glazed areas are easily attainable.
- STII - Delivering exceptional thermal performance, the new STII Commercial Door System is an aluminium door system suited to high traffic commercial applications. Offering a range of framing options, installations can be tailored to suit most space and sizes up to three metres high. Designed for use with Technal’s aluminium window systems and curtain walling, the STII doors provide an integrated façade solution for your projects where high traffic aluminium doors are essential.
- CROWN FOLDING SLIDING - Combining form and function, the Crown Sliding Folding Doors can be tailored to suit any project and is key to bringing together the inside of a residential property with the outside. With a unique continuous hinge, there is no unsightly hardware to disrupt the contemporary sightline.
- CROWN PATIO – The Crown Patio Doors are key to bringing the outside into your home, and are engineered for strength and stability. These wide opening aluminium doors have strength and a slim frame, allowing enjoyment of the best views and maximum light to flood in. These patio doors have a multipoint locking system providing additional security features to ensure they deliver high-security for peace of mind.
Technal’s market-leading commercial aluminium doors provide specifiers with flexibility in design, safety and security, combined with excellent weather resistance. Door suites are available in a wide range of configurations including - hinged, pivot, revolving or sliding systems and these are all compatible with Technal’s curtain walling and low rise façade systems.
- PY 55 COMMERICAL DOOR - The PY 55 Commercial Door range offers outstanding thermal performance, levels of security and specification options for high traffic applications. This system has been developed for areas of heavy use like hospitals, shopping and sports centres, offices, apartment buildings and education environments.
- CD COMMERCIAL DOORS - The CD Door is a heavy-duty door solution for use in busy public places. Combining lasting resistance to wear, protection against vandalism and effective security this is a robust system that’s ideal for secondary school applications and entrances to public buildings such as airports, offices and shopping centres.
- STORMFRAME STII COMMERCIAL DOOR – The Stormframe STII High Traffic Aluminium Door provides the ideal solution for a wide range of commercial applications. Since launch, it has been recognised as an exceptional product in terms of performance and fabrication.
- 202 COMMERCIAL DOOR – The 202 Commercial Door is a non-thermally broken aluminium framing system. This modular product can incorporate single and double doors along with automated sliding doors having being designed for entrance screens and shopfronts.
- DUALFRAME DUALSECURE 75MM DOOR – Suitable for Commerical and Domestic projects, the Dualframe Dualsecure 75mm aluminium door can be used for contemporary or traditional styling. By using a unique patented polyamide strip with an integral bead retention leg the projection of the door leaf profile is minimised. Dualframe 75 stiles are designed to accept full-length Eurogroove – ensuring compatibility with a wide range of hardware.
- CROWN RESIDENTIAL DOOR – The Crown range of doors have been designed for their aesthetics, strength and durability. These fit easily into domestic projects easily with front and back door styling options. Whichever you choose, you can be assured that your home is left secured each and every time.
Technical Support for Architects and Contractors
A range of support systems are available to you which includes technical assistance with design development, through to the preparation of specification. TECHNAL responds to individual project needs, with bespoke designs for specific scheme, performance enhancements and new innovations.
Our team of field-based Project Consultants work closely with our in-house contracts, system design and supply chain teams to provide information and assistance. We cover every aspect of your project. We combine architectural trends and technical developments as part of our product design to deliver high-performance and aesthetically pleasing systems.
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Technal - Urban mining in the UK construction industry
Urban Mining in the UK Construction Industry
In the face of growing environmental concerns and resource depletion, the building and construction industry is turning to innovative methods to drive decarbonisation. One such method is urban mining. Urban mining refers to the process of recovering valuable materials from existing buildings, infrastructure, and urban environments instead of extracting them from virgin natural resources. This concept is pivotal in promoting sustainable construction practices and contributes to the establishment of a circular economy, where resources are recycled, minimising waste, and reducing environmental impact.
The role of Urban Mining in a Circular Economy
Traditional construction processes often involve the use of non-renewable materials and create significant waste, contributing to pollution and resource depletion. Urban mining offers a solution to this by enabling the recovery of metals, concrete, glass, and other materials from decommisssioned buildings and renovation projects. These reclaimed materials can be recycled for reuse in new construction projects, reducing the need for primary materials and limiting the carbon footprint associated with extraction and processing.
Incorporating urban mining into sustainable construction brings several benefits:
Reduction of raw material use
Urban mining reduces dependence on primary aluminium, steel and copper, which can be energy intensive to extract and process. By recycling materials from old or outdated buildings, the construction industry can conserve natural resources.
Lower carbon emissions
Extracting and refining raw materials produces substantial greenhouse gases. By choosing recycled post-consumer materials, the carbon emissions associated with sourcing and manufacturing are significantly reduced, contributing to more eco-friendly building practices.
Minimising Waste
Construction and demolition generate significant waste. Urban mining can help to reclaim much of this waste, transforming it into reusable materials for future projects, which helps to divert materials from landfill.
Urban mining aligns perfectly with the goals of the circular economy, where products and materials are kept in use for as long as possible, ensuring maximum value is extracted before they are disposed of.
How TECHNAL UK supports Urban Mining and the Circular Economy
TECHNAL UK, as a leading provider of architectural aluminium systems, is playing a critical role in advancing urban mining in the building and construction sector. Our commitment to sustainability and innovation aligns with the principles of the circular economy, offering solutions that reduce environmental impact while meeting modern architectural needs.
Recycling end-of-life aluminium in construction
Our focus on using recycled post-consumer aluminium aligns with the core principles of urban mining. Aluminium is a material that can be infinitely recycled without losing its quality, strength, or durability. We provide all of our products in Hydro CIRCAL® 75R as standard, which contains at least 75% recycled, end-of-life scrap which reduces the energy needed for production by 95% and lowers carbon emissions by around 85% when compared with the global average for primary aluminium. Additionally, we can provide our products in Hydro CIRCAL® 100R for selected projects, which is made with 100% post-consumer material and containing just 0.5kg alu per kg of aluminium - one of the lowest carbon impacts on the market.
Innovative product design for durability and recyclability
Our range of new products have been designed with both durability and end-of-life recyclability in mind. Our windows, doors and facades are built for future performance standards, reducing the frequency for replacements and renovations. When a building reaches the end of its lifecycle, our SOLEAL Next windows and doors, and our TENTAL facade can be easily disassembled and recycled, supporting the circular economy in the future.
Urban Mining and the Future of Construction
As the world seeks more sustainable ways to develop environments, urban mining is set to play an increasingly important role. For the building and construction industry, embracing this approach isn't just about reducing costs and conserving resources but also about meeting the growing demand for environmentally conscious and sustainable construction solutions.
Urban mining contributes directly to the circular economy, where materials flow through the industry in a continuous loop of use, recovery, and recycling. We are proudly at the forefront of this transistion, offering products and materials that not only meet high-performance standards, but also advance sustainable construction goals.
Urban mining is transforming the construction industry by enabling the recovery of valuable resources, reducing waste, and supporting the transistion to a circular economy. TECHNAL's innovative approach to recycled, end-of-life aluminium and recyclable products demonstrates how we lead the way in creating low-carbon, circular solutions for the built environment. By adopting urban mining and embracing the circular economy, the construction industry can significantly reduce its environmental footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
TECHNAL INVESTS €14.8 MILLION TO DRIVE CIRCULARITY FORWARD
TECHNAL, a pioneer in low-carbon and circular aluminum window, door, and facade systems, proudly announces a significant investment in its Atessa, Italy remelt plant. This development will enable the plant to produce post-consumer recycled aluminum, CIRCAL 75R, marking a substantial advancement in TECHNAL’s circularity journey.
CIRCULARITY MILESTONES AND FUTURE GOALS
Since 2018, TECHNAL has made Significant progress in reducing the carbon footprint of its products by emphasizing the use of low-carbon recycled materials. It all started with one project using CIRCAL 75R. Six years later, using recycled end-of-life aluminum has become standard for all their main product ranges, rather than a service for specific customer requests.
TECHNAL's dedication to circularity extends beyond increasing the production of recycled aluminum. They are committed to driving decarbonization in the building and construction sector by promoting ‘urban mining’ – transforming old buildings into new structures. This circularity approach has been in development for several years.
Their strategy includes forming robust partnerships with customers and suppliers to ensure a closed-loop system. This approach facilitates the responsible collection and transformation of aluminium window, door, and facade components, thereby minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency within the construction industry.
All profiles can be customised in different colours and textures: from TECHNAL's exclusive metallic tones to a wide range of lacquers, anodised satin finishes or even wood effect lacquers. There is also the possibility of using wooden structural profiles on the inside of the curtain wall.
IMPACT AND FUTURE PLANS
By prioritizing the use of end-of-life recycled materials, TECHNAL is making a significant contribution to waste reduction and fostering a more circular economy. "We have achieved a major milestone," says Henri Gomez, Senior Vice President. " Through close collaboration with our customers to collect old aluminium frames and with our suppliers to transform end-of-life waste into new recycled material, I am proud to say that we can now recover and recycle nearly 100% of the used aluminum window, door and facade (excluding glazing). Urban mining is the future of the building and construction sector and the only way to truly drive its decarbonization."
The next phase involves increasing the number of collection and recycling points across Europe to further enhance the recovery of materials from renovation projects. "Our main challenge is the distance between renovation projects and our sorting and recycling facilities. With existing plants in Germany, Luxembourg, Spain, and the UK, we lacked a strategic location to effectively reach Italy and its neighboring countries, which have a growing demand for renovation. Consequently, our €14.8 million investment in Atessa, Italy, will not only increase our CIRCAL production capacity by 20 000 tonnes but also expand our geographical reach, allowing us to serve most regions across Europe," concludes Henri Gomez.
