THE EVERY METRE COUNTS 2015 PUSH-FIT PEOPLE
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THE EVERY METRE COUNTS 2015 PUSH-FIT PEOPLE
John Guest Speedfit Limited Horton Road, West Drayton, Middlesex UB7 8JL, England. Tel: 01895 449233 Fax: 01895 420321 www.speedfit.co.uk | www.speedfitUFH.co.uk THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE Technical Help Desk: 01895 425333 Keeping you connected with the wor ld leading manufacturer. NEWSLETTER ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 EVERY METRE COUNTS 2015 WIN A BIKE WITH JG LAYFLAT® PIPE , and JG LAYFLAT® are registered trademarks of John Guest International Limited © Copyright 2015. [email protected] www.speedfit.co.uk CASE STUDY EXPERT CONTACT CARDS LATEST North Lodge Speedfit Support Our Sales Team Layflat Pipe Competition PUSH-FIT WELCOME THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE CONTENTS WELCOME P03. NEWS WELCOME TO THE MARCH EDITION OF ‘THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE’. JG Aura App New Website P07. CASE STUDY North Lodge - JG Aura P09. COVER STORY Every Metre Counts P11. PUSH-FIT EXPERT Ask Speedfit Support P13. PUSH-FIT SUPPORT Onsite Installation Advice P15. DATES Push-fit diary Push-fit latest CONTACT John Guest Speedfit Limited Horton Road, West Drayton, Middlesex UB7 8JL, England. Tel: 01895 449233 Fax: 01895 420321 Email: [email protected] www.speedfit.co.uk | www.speedfitUFH.co.uk Technical Help Desk: 01895 425333 2014 is already becoming a challenging for the title when racing gets underway in April. The new stand is much improved when compared to the distant memor y, we enjoyed I look forward to meeting some of you at the race events. previous version and is now available for our stockists to order (see page 16). such a fantastic year in terms of sales growth and for tunately Furthermore, I’m delighted to announce that in conjunction the momentum has flowed into with the race season we will be launching our JG Layflat® Finally those of you that are attending the Ecobuild Quar ter one of this year. pipe competition “Every Metre Counts”. We are offering Exhibition please come and see us on stand N2180. We will customers a chance to win a brand new Kawasaki 1000cc be previewing the soon to be launched JG Aura Wireless Following our recent official race bike unveiling I’m pleased ZX-10R “wrapped” in JG Speedfit race livery. Our mid TRV (more information on page 16) and you can also view to confirm that we are continuing our sponsorship of season prize draw will see a lucky customer and their our competition Kawasaki ZX-10R!! motorcycle racing. However 2015 sees us step up in class partner win a fantastic weekend break to the popular Dutch to the British Superbike series as ‘title’ sponsors of the GB round of the BSB in Assen (see page 05 for details). business and loyalty is greatly appreciated. Moto Team – JG Speedfit Kawasaki. Both talented riders James Ellison and James Westmorland, and the team will be Following huge customer demands I’m pleased to announce the launch of our new JG Speedfit fittings display stand. P01 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 As always a big thank you to all of our customers, your [email protected] Mike Riseley - UK Director of Sales P02 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT NEWS THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE PUSH-FIT NEWS SPEEDFIT NEWS NEW WEBSITE are fortunate to have a huge installer customer base that is incredibly loyal to our brand and products. I couldn’t think of a better way to reward that loyalty by offering installers the chance to win a brand new Ford Transit Connect. Furthermore, throughout the competition we carried out monthly prize draws and lucky winners were selected each winning a quantity of our JG Layflat pipe coils.” Our products evolve constantly and so are the means we use to showcase our most innovative developments. In support of this, we are very excited to announce the launch of our brand new website, which was designed to give a particularly visual focus on our products and their functionalities. Congratulations to Tom Claridge and to all monthly prize draw winners! The new speedfit.co.uk website is now easily accessible from a mobile phone or a tablet and is full of product installation videos explaining how to best use our JG Speedfit ranges. Why not check it out for yourself? ON-SITE DELIVERS INSIGHT JG Speedfit is looking forward to taking part in the second phase of the Installer On-Site initiative - the interactive tour developed by Installer Magazine, in association with Plumb Center. JG AURA APP Available free for iOS, Android and Windows phone users, our new JG Aura App gives you complete control of your heating system from the palm of your hand. Now you can remotely regulate both radiators and Underfloor Heating zones at your home, no matter where you are.This gives you the unparalleled convenience of determining which zones are to be heated, at what temperature and at what time. All done while away from your work place, from the airport, or even when on a holiday - as long as you have access to the internet. Early indication in terms of app downloads confirms this is quickly becoming the homeowners’ choice of UFH controls. P03 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 ‘EVERY METRE COUNTS 2014’ WINNER ANNOUNCED We are delighted to announce the winner of 2014’s JG Layflat® pipe competition - ‘Every Metre Counts’. The brand new Ford Transit Connect Van went to Tom Claridge from TD Claridge Plumbing & Heating, Kent, who purchased the winning JG Layflat® coil from Maidstone Plumbing Centre, Kent. Tom collected his Ford Transit Connect from our Head Office and enjoyed a factory tour where he was impressed to see the production of fittings he uses on a daily basis. Installer On-Site provides an ideal opportunity for plumbers and heating engineers to gain additional knowledge of working methods and products. Lasting no more than an hour and using a combination of pre-recorded video modules, live presentations and interactive audio response technology, installers need only invest a short period of their busy day to get a heads-up on the latest developments in the parts, valves and fittings products category of a number of manufacturers, including JG Speedfit. For more details and tour schedule please visit www.installeronsite.com Tom said he couldn’t believe he won the van and continued, “I was brought up with JG Speedfit. The fittings are more presentable than other systems and are great because of how easy it is to use them. Also, launching JG Layflat® pipe brought JG Speedfit into their own, as it is so much easier to use than PEX coils with more memory.” Mike Riseley, UK Director of Sales, confirmed that the competition was a complete success and commented, “I would like to thank each individual that purchased our product and entered the competition. I believe we For more information follow us on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Please check our website for career opportunities. P04 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT SPONSOR THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE RACE DATES DONINGTON PARK GP ROUND 1: 04 - 05 APR BRANDS HATCH INDY ROUND 2: 17 - 19 APR OULTON PARK ROUND 3: 02 - 04 MAY SNETTERTON 300 ROUND 4: 19 - 21 JUN KNOCKHILL ROUND 5: 03 - 05 JUL BRANDS HATCH GP ROUND 6: 17 - 19 JUL THRUXTON ROUND 7: 31 - 02 JUL CADWELL PARK ROUND 8: 21 - 23 AUG OULTON PARK ROUND 9: 04 - 06 SEP TT CIRCUIT ASSEN ROUND 10: 18 - 20 SEP SILVERSTONE GP ROUND 11: 02 - 04 OCT We are delighted to officially announce the title sponsorship of the GBmoto Kawasaki team, competing in this year’s MCE British Superbike Championship season. With the GBmoto team rapidly progressing through the ranks of the MCE British Superbike Championship, 2014 saw them cement themselves as one of the strongest in the country. Now entering their second season as the officially supported Kawasaki entry, the JG Speedfit Kawasaki team, as it will be known, are looking to take another step forward in their attempt to claim the prestigious 2015 BSB title. P05 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 Mike Riseley, UK Director of Sales said, “We’re really excited to be associated with such a professional and ambitious team as GBmoto and are thoroughly looking forward to joining them on their 2015 BSB title campaign. We look forward to inviting a selection of our customers to our VIP race day hospitality events. Last year was extremely popular, however this step up in class to BSB will enable us to improve the customer experience.” BRANDS HATCH GP ROUND 12: 16 - 18 OCT Go JG Speedfit Kawasaki! P06 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT CASE STUDY THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE COMFORT WITH JG AURA NORTH LODGE, NORTH RD, CARDIFF THE PROJECT Built by GPC Services, the recently constructed North Lodge house is well located in the heart of the picturesque Welsh Capital, right next to the colossal site of the gorgeous Cardiff Castle. The house has a total quadrature of 121.09m2 and comprises of a master bedroom, kitchen, lounge, hall and a utility room. With a view to being as energy efficient as possible, the ultimate solution for heat distribution throughout the house was decided to be underfloor heating. The UFH concept alone offers great system control, concentrates warmth where needed for comfort and efficiency, and allows for further energy bill cuts. Naturally, to boost the energy-saving advantages of such a system an efficient heating controls technology was also required. P07 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 received and the on-site visits from the JG technical team helped him immensely during all stages of the project as it was the first time he had installed a UFH system. He was also impressed with how easy it was to uncoil and handle the JG Layflat® pipe, describing it as “a wonderful product saving time and hassle”. For the added benefit of controlling the system through a smart device the JG Hub was installed providing an internet enabled system. The only thing left to do was to download the JG Aura App on the homeowner’s smart phone and tablet, which allows for swift system control from anywhere and at any time of the day. JG AURA HEATING CONTROLS Efficient system control throughout the North Lodge house is ensured by JG Aura - the new heating controls range by JG Speedfit. As Gavin pointed out, having the JG Hub installed and the JG Aura App downloaded means it is less expensive and more convenient than having to purchase a dedicated controller at an unreasonable price. The system provides the capability of controlling multiple zones, enabling the homeowner to set heating time and temperature within each individual room resulting in considerable energy savings. This is enabled by JG Aura’s capability to simultaneously manage Underfloor Heating circuits, hot water supply and individual radiators. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Project Address: North Lodge, North Rd, Cardiff Country: United Kingdom Subcontractor: JG Speedfit Technical Support: Nigel Sanger - JG Speedfit Technical Manager Project Type: New Build Project Size: 121.09m2 Applications: Underfloor Heating & Heating Controls The set up of the JG Aura network at the North Lodge house took minutes, as the JG Coordinator scanned and paired most components instantaneously. Both of the large UFH manifolds downstairs as well as the upstairs radiator circuits were paired in minutes. For more information visit www.speedfitUFH.co.uk JG SPEEDFIT’S INVOLVEMENT JG UNDERFLOOR Supplied by JG Speedfit, the UFH system for the North Lodge house was installed with the JG staple technology. The staple system is among the several alternatives JG Speedfit offers for solid floor installations. It is suitable where large areas need to be covered and is ideal for rooms with an irregular shape. Using the screed as a heat diffuser, the pipe was secured with staples to rigid insulation panels placed over the concrete subfloor. The system installer, Gavin Thomas of GT Heating, was delighted with the after-sales support JG Speedfit provided, commenting that the CAD drawings he P08 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT COVER STORY THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE EVERY METRE COUNTS 2015 WIN A BIKE WITH JG LAYFLAT® PIPE 2014 proved to be a very successful year for our JG Layflat® pipe competition when a lucky installer won a brand new Ford Transit Connect Van. We are excited to announce that you will once again have the chance to win big with JG Layflat®. Almost three years after the official market launch of our JG Layflat® pipe, installers are still amazed at how ultra flexible the product is. It simply lays flat and stays flat when removed from the coil, allowing greater control and ease of movement, which makes it possible for a single person to meander and route the pipe as they wish. This is the reason why our promotion this year will yet again see the JG Layflat® pipe at its heart. The lucky winner of the bike will be announced at the beginning of October 2015. However in June there will be additional prize draw giving away a weekend break for two to attend the BSB race event - taking place in Assen, Holland, 1920 September 2015. The package will include flights, hotel accommodation and VIP treatment. Promotion runs 1st April - 30th September with the main prize draws to be held on 12th June and 12th October 2015. For more information please visit www.speedfit.co.uk or get in touch with your area sales manager see P18. This year’s competition will celebrate the fact that we are the official title sponsor of the GBmoto Kawasaki team competing in the 2015 MCE British Superbike Championships. It is very exciting as the team will compete under the name of JG Speedfit Kawasaki, making it no surprise that the big prize for this year’s JG Layflat® promotion is a Kawasaki bike. By purchasing any coil of JG Layflat® you have the opportunity to win the brand new Kawasaki ZX-10R bike. To enter the competition all you need to do is fill in your contact details on the back of the card found in each JG Layflat® coil and send it back to JG Speedfit. Alternatively, you can register for the prize draw online at the dedicated Layflat competition page on the company website - www.speedfit.co.uk. When registering for the competition online, don’t forget to enter the unique code found on the back of the card. For those who wish to register through their smart phone, just scan the QR code underneath. The bike will be a road going version of the JG Speedfit Kawasaki bike competing in the BSB Championships, which makes the prize even more special. P09 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 Scan Code to Enter P10 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT EXPERT THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE ASK SPEEDFIT SUPPORT AFTER THE SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH OF OUR NEW HEATING CONTROLS RANGE JG AURA - WE WERE OVERWHELMED WITH CUSTOMER RESPONSE. HERE ARE SOME OF THE TOP QUESTIONS WE RECEIVED ON OUR TECHNICAL HELPLINE... Q) WHAT IS A 4 IN 1 THERMOSTAT? A) In order to make life easier for both stockists and installers, we came up with a thermostat that can be used as a Programmable Room Thermostat, A Digital (Temperature only) Thermostat or a Hot Water timer. This makes the JG Aura range easier to stock and install. Not only this, but the same Thermostats can be setup as individual units or as groups. When grouped, one thermostat is used as a convenient central Group Controller. Q) WHY A ZIGBEE WIRELESS NETWORK SYSTEM AND WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES? A) In traditional 868MHz wireless systems the signal from the thermostat travels directly to the wiring centre. This means that the distance between the thermostat and the receiver and the line-of-sight (i.e. obstacles, walls) can affect reception. The Zigbee Wireless Network is a sophisticated protocol, which enables each powered component to act as a repeater (picking up signals from other components and rebroadcasting them) as well as a transmitter. Because of this there will be many signal paths from any thermostat to the receiver or wiring centre. The more components that are in a system, the more paths there are to the receiver - “A Network of Paths”. Another advantage of using the Zigbee protocol is that it enables a much easier set up. In traditional wireless systems, all of the individual components need pairing or binding together. In large systems this can be a complicated and time-consuming business. JG Aura removes the need for the installer to spend long hours doing this by building in Auto Pairing. Q) WHAT IS AUTO PAIRING? When a Wiring Centre controlled system is first turned on, the wiring centres (up to 8) will start to look for an open Coordinator to pair with. A 5 second press on the Coordinator button puts it into pairing mode, then after a short pairing time is allowed (typically 10 seconds), the wiring centres power light will stop flashing to indicate that it has joined the network. Wiring centres are assigned a number I.D. when they join the network (1-8). The wiring centre I.D. is revealed by a short press of the white network button on the front panel. Setup of the thermostats is simple, requiring the user to specify the thermostat type, the wiring centre I.D., grouping and heating zone number. Q) IF I LOSE POWER WILL I NEED TO SET UP THE NETWORK AGAIN? A) No, the system will retain its settings and programmes. 6 For more information on JG Aura visit www.speedfitUFH.co.uk Auto set up goes even further, when the Date & Time are entered into the first thermostat, the Coordinator synchronizes all other thermostats automatically. The addition of a JG Hub provides the benefit of online App control and future software updates for the JG Aura System. The Coordinator should be left on permanently to keep the system synchronised and operational. Q) DO I NEED MORE THAN 1 COORDINATOR IF I HAVE A MIXED RADIATOR/UFH SYSTEM? A) No, just the 1 Coordinator. Q) WILL A SECOND COORDINATOR NEARBY CAUSE PROBLEMS? A) No, when a system is being set up initially then the Coordinator is placed in the pairing mode (by pressing the button for 5 seconds). Following the pairing process the Coordinator is taken out of pairing mode (by again pressing the button for 5 seconds) and the system information is locked in. A) Auto pairing is achieved by a Coordinator, a component used as part of every JG Aura wireless installation. P11 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 P12 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT SUPPORT THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE PUSH-FIT SUPPORT ONSITE INSTALLATION ADVICE At JG Speedfit we think that the project site is the best environment to provide our customers with installation advice and training. For that purpose we have created an extensive field based JG Technical Support Team. Putting an underfloor heating system together can be a demanding task for a first time installer and our experienced nationwide team are committed to give confidence and assurance to anyone using our products. Our JG Speedfit UFH concept offers great flexibility and variability of installation options for solid, suspended and existing/retrofitted floors. It is of crucial importance for installers to make an informed decision when choosing the right UFH methodology for the right floor type. Plumbing professionals should also have the necessary skills that will enable them to install a ‘healthy’ and efficient UFH system and here is where our technical support team is most helpful. Different product and installation options can be discussed to help ensure that the heating system achieves its objectives. By being on site our team can offer practical tips and spot potential difficulties before they arise. You can be assured of friendly help and advice throughout your entire relationship with the JG Speedfit Technical Support Team. During installation, you will also have your own dedicated project manager in our CAD design team who will oversee the project, making sure the onsite team provide top service and advice. For more information on how our support team can be of help you can contact a member of our sales network covering your area, or alternatively you can get in touch with our JG Speedfit Technical Help Desk on: 01895 425333 [email protected] PUSH-FIT IN SERVICE SCALP COOLING SYSTEM We are always excited to see our Speedfit technology being an integral part of concepts designed to make a difference in people’s lives. PUSH-FIT APPLICATIONS PUSH-FIT APPLICATIONS WITH YOU EVERYDAY Speedfit Technology is built into the DNA of all our push-fit fittings. The distinctive appeal lies within its flexibility of application, high reliability of performance, longevity of service and suitability to a wide variety of industries. The core technology behind a JG Speedfit plumbing fitting is the same concept incorporated in all John Guest fittings serving the needs of industries as diverse as drinks dispense, pneumatics, automotive, water purification, drinks vending and telecommunications. A recent and very unusual application of our push-fit technology is the use of JG fittings in scalp cooling systems, which can help prevent hair loss by cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Scientists have discovered that 90% of human hair follicles are in the actively dividing phase at any given time and chemotherapy affects exactly these rapidly dividing cells by attacking the hair root bulb and causing constriction to the hair shaft, which is then more susceptible to breakage. Engineering The Push-fit People By lowering the temperature of the head and scalp immediately before, during and after the administration of chemotherapy, blood flow to the area and specifically to the hair follicles is reduced.This minimizes exposure to the toxic chemicals used in chemotherapy. Innovation Technology YOU EVERYD ITH AY W TELECOM CONNECTIONS PLUMBING & HEATING Connecting Ultra Fast Broadband Cables UK Market Leader in Plastic Plumbing & Heating Systems By preventing or reducing damage to the hair follicles, hair loss is no longer an inevitable consequence of this kind of cancer treatment. The scalp cooling system is equipped with more than 40 JG connectors, and we hope it will make the treatment of chemotherapy patients less stressful. PUBS & BARS AUTOMOTIVE Connecting Beer Lines in 95% of Bars in Fuel & Brake Line Connections for Luxury Car Markets the UK PURE WATER DRINKS DISPENSE World Leader in Water Filtration Connection Technology Wide Range of Connectors for Drinks & Coffee Dispensers COMPRESSED AIR Connecting Air & Pneumatic Tubing in Factories P13 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 P14 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT DIARY THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE PUSH-FIT LATEST THE PUSH-FIT DIARY PUSH-FIT LATEST OUR NEW PLUMBING AND HEATING APPLICATIONS WILL BE SHOWCASED AT MORE THAN A HUNDRED NATIONAL AND GLOBAL EXHIBITIONS THIS YEAR. HERE ARE DATES FOR SOME OF THE SHOWS. INNOVATION IS AT THE CORE OF OUR PHILOSOPHY AND WE CONSTANTLY DEVELOP NEW ADDITIONS TO OUR EVER EXPANDING PRODUCT RANGE. 9 D2 AN T |S H FR ILD | STA ND OBU EC N 3RD - 5T H | TAND B50 | M .1, S ES L6 SE L , HA MARCH T UR KF AN 19TH P LUM BIN G D AN ST C, BIRMINGHAM | NE 3 8 D1 | EXCELL, LO ND 80 21 TR AD E 26TH - 29 SH TH NH BR | 10TH - 14 TH IS OW ADES HOTEL, DERR ERGL Y | EV EL, SAGGART, DUBLIN NC CE N TR ES TER For more information please visit speedfit.co.uk 5 13 2 -1 |H D B & R | S TA N Please look out for further information and product launch date. In the mean time, come and see our JG Aura TRV and complete JG Aura range at our Ecobuild, Stand N2180. AN 8 -2 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 30 P15 TH JG Aura TRV simply replaces traditional radiator valves, making installation quick and easy. The new valves are controlled wirelessly by a JG Aura thermostat in every room and can send a signal to the JG Aura Network that turns the boiler off when a desired room temperature has been reached. CH IT Y |C 4 JUNE TH For more information on these shows and to find out about any local events in your region please contact your Area Sales Manager. UR |S A N D O W N, S S T 27 DE |S MA AL, H OT ST WE A G TR H - 28 TH | PL U M BIN W HO 27TH 27T LO D E, |S AC TAN PAL D 26 A R | AL EX A N D ND AN X 6|S OW ECC, GLAS G ON 1S HE 30 Y -2 |P D RE | TH T For further information on how to purchase the new JG Product Stand and enhance your Speedfit sales, please get in touch with a member of our sales team near you or call customer services department on 01895 449233. |M N T RY ,C OVE OH C JG Aura TRV is our new wireless thermostatic radiator valve, which has been designed to efficiently regulate the hot water to each radiator in your house. This control flexibility offers great energy saving potential as the right zones are heated at the right time and at the desired temperature. H I |R R D E30 TE R | ST AN Due to feedback and demand from our merchant customers, we are pleased to announce the launch of our much-improved JG Speedfit fittings display stand. Full control is right in the palm of your hand with our online JG Aura App. Available for iOS, Android and Windows users, the app allows you to remotely control your JG Aura TRVs from anywhere - using a phone, PC or a tablet as long as you have access to the internet. ES B& |H 20 ST AN R JG AURA TRV This system has been developed not just for newbuild projects, but it also allows for an existing radiator system to be turned into a smart network in a matter of hours and with no wet plumbing work necessary. ON 1 2 TH AL - 14T H | I NST 16 TH - 17TH LE MAY NEW JG PRODUCT STAND ST JULY TAN | AV E X | S D P16 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 PUSH-FIT BEHIND THE SCENES THE PUSH-FIT PEOPLE BEHIND THE SCENES THE PUSH-FIT CONTACTS STATE OF THE ART TEST LAB FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE OUR JG SPEEDFIT AREA SALES AND TECHNICAL TEAM ARE GROUPED UNDER THE REGIONS THEY COVER BELOW. IN ADDITION, OUR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TEAM IS LISTED. PLEASE TEAR OFF AND KEEP THE CONTACT CARDS OPPOSITE. Product assessment is essential for supplying the plumbing market with high-quality push-fit technology and for this purpose we continuously invest into the acquisition of state of the art testing equipment. NORTH EAST & SCOTLAND Martin Quinn Mike Garnet Simon Noble Stuart Robinson Mark Hodgson Responsible for the analysis of all the company’s new products, the John Guest Test Lab is run by a team of eight specialists. Unlike most engineers, they spend the majority of their time breaking the finished components. This is where they learn about the strengths and weaknesses of the fittings and where improvements can be made. There are many tests available which are based on variations of temperature, force, pressure, time and chemical exposure – factors all serving to accelerate failure. It is only when tested parts fail that the Engineering team begins to understand how the new products can be improved. RSM ASM Northumberland, Durham, Cleveland, Tyne & Wear ASM Scotland (East) ASM/TSE Scotland (West) TSE Yorks, Cleveland, Northumberland, Durham, Cumbria 07725 245999 07730 052056 07764 774478 07764 568267 07720 497612 07740 695019 SENIOR RSM ASM E Cheshire, Manchester, SE Lancs, Staffs, Glossop & Buxton ASM Lancs, Cumbria ASM W Cheshire, Merseyside, N Wales, Oswestry, St Helens, Warrington, Wigan ASM Yorkshire, Huddersfield, Humberside TSE N Wales, Merseyside, Cheshire, Manchester, Lancashire, Shropshire, Staffs, W Midlands, Warwickshire NORTH WEST Tim Sykes Matthew Dodwell Chris Smith Danny Hill Paul Maystone Andy Lea The team’s involvement in projects starts from almost the beginning and continues until long after the fittings are being manufactured.The initial testing is on development prototypes where tests are performed to prove design concepts. Different types of analysis is used and it is essential that tests are robust and reliable. These originate from various sources, such as international standards, customer specifications and John Guest’s own test criteria. The various requirements are then interpreted into internal analysis systems to provide scientific data. 07740 734819 07889 625136 07889 642295 07740 023464 07803 151040 SOUTH WEST & MIDLANDS Thermal cycling is among the main product tests performed at the John Guest Test Lab where the temperature is changed from hot to cold over a set period of time, while the process itself could last up to nine months. Pressure cycling is another procedure used to evaluate products’ quality, which in its essence is increasing the pressure up to 26 bar and then releasing it – a cycle repeated over 10,000 times. As well as heat and pressure the fittings are also exposed to chemical compatibility testing to illustrate how resistant they could be to different chemical environments over time. We invest heavily in our Test Lab’s arsenal of tools, with a fume cabinet and an elevated burst & hydrostatic tester being the recent additions to our Research & Development assets. These will broaden the analysis that our experienced team can perform and will help develop new tests that meet the requirements of our new product ranges and the ever-changing industry. Our R&D philosophy is centered on our commitment to product excellence, which is to ensure that only the best performing parts are manufactured – products that meet international standards, customer requirements and John Guest’s own exacting specifications. Andrew Morgans Andy George Vacancy Mark Oliver Ben Noonan Gareth Gwillim 07720 080855 07740 734796 07912 539907 07793 309691 07921 409784 07740 695050 RSM ASM ASM ASM ASM TSE Devon, Cornwall, Somerset (except Bath) South & Mid Wales Coventry, Shropshire, W Midlands, Worcestershire, Warwickshire Bristol, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, South & Mid Wales, Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Bristol EASTERN Kevin Ayres Vacancy Paul Brown Stuart Lee Matthew Brown Tony Clelland Terry Hill Toby Howard-Willis 07841 673358 07715 768099 07740 819519 07841 737964 07730 052057 07764 883261 07764 774459 07793 267207 RSM ASM ASM ASM ASM ASM TSE TSE Beds, West Cambs, Herts, Milton Keynes East Cambs, Norfolk, Suffolk N Lincs, Derbyshire (except Glossop & Buxton), Notts Essex, M25 Essex Northants, Leicester, S Lincs Lincs, Notts, Derbys, Leics, Northants Essex, Herts, Beds, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambs Mark Mills 07753 832211 ASM N.Ireland Maurice Moates 07764 774479 TSE Ireland Ian Kelly 00353 861734027 ASM R.O.I. SOUTH EAST Steve Gale Vacancy Chris Price Tom Wilkin James Steadman-Young Vacancy Steve Haughey 07730 456433 07912 540240 07711 426190 07841 673453 07739 656825 07894 608222 07730 052058 RSM ASM ASM ASM ASM ASM TSE IRELAND E, EC, N, NE, NW, W London, Middlesex Dorset, Wilts, Bath, Hants, I.O.W. Kent, Sussex Bucks, Oxon, Berks SE, SW London, Surrey Kent, Sussex, SE/SW London and Surrey Bucks, NW/W/N/E London, Middlesex, Berks, Oxon, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Dorset BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TEAM Martin Nicholson 07711789744 Don Edwards 07710 004416 Roger Goodwin 07711 441086 Steve Hall 07801 383038 Nigel Sanger NATIONAL BDM Leics, Lincs, Notts, Yorkshire BDM Cambs, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Northants, Bucks, Beds, Herts, N London, Oxon, Midlands BDM S London, Kent, Sussex, Hants, Glos, Dorset, Somerset Cornwall, Berks, Middlesex, S Wales BDM Cumbria, Lancs, Staffs, Derbys, Worcs, Herefordshire, N East, Shropshire, N Wales, Cheshire, Manchester, Merseyside 07764 883263 Technical Manager FOR ANY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE VISIT OUR RECRUITMENT SECTION ON WWW.SPEEDFIT.CO.UK P17 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015 P18 ISSUE 004 | MARCH 2015
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