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Wandsworth helps Mayfair residents plug in to luxury marketWiring accessories specialist, The Wandsworth Group, is to supply luxury switches and sockets along with a wide range of bespoke wiring accessories for one of the most prestigious new addresses in London: Park House in Mayfair. The Land Securities development, designed by Robin Partington Architects, combines 15,140m2 of office space, 8,140m2 of retail accommodation and 5,380m2 of luxury residential apartments on the corner of Mayfair and Oxford Street. M&E consultants, Long & Partners have specified products from Wandsworth’s Series 2 range of flat plate wiring accessories in both antique bronze and yellow etched prime for use throughout the residential element of the scheme in a supply deal worth over £180,000. The yellow etched prime accessories are supplied as ‘unfinished’ plates, allowing bespoke paint finishes to be added at fit out to match the interior design of each individual apartment. The bespoke nature of the wiring accessories does not end there: Wandsworth will be supplying a wide range of custom-manufactured ‘specials’ for the installation, including combined twin data/5amp/twin switched sockets, combined HDMI outlet/switched fused spur /twin data outlets and combined fused connection/cable outlet/HDMI/twin data outlets. Explains James Webb from The Wandsworth Group: “Our wiring accessories expertise and the breadth of our range means that we are ideally suited to supplying a high calibre development like Park House, where quality of finish and a bespoke approach to providing luxury living are required. We’re delighted to be involved with such a prestigious development.” Installation of the Wandsworth wiring accessories will be carried out by electrical contractor, Essex Services Group with first phase installation beginning on site in early 2012. The following phases will be aligned to the build programme which is due for completion in November 2012. Sasi Natarajan from Long & Partners added: “We regularly specify Wandsworth wiring accessories because we know that we can be confident of choice and quality. In a scheme like this, every detail is important and, thanks to Wandsworth, the wiring accessories carry through that high standard with both traditional sockets and switches and new technology outlets.” For full story click here |
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Wandsworth wins Nursecall contract for £430Million Bristol SouthmeadHealthcare technology specialist, The Wandsworth Group, has been awarded the £1 million plus contract to design, manufacture and install the state-of-the art nursecall system for the £430 million Bristol Southmead Hospital PFI scheme. The Wandsworth Ethernet-based IPiN nursecall system was offered as part of the tender process for the high profile 790-bed Bristol Southmead project and Wandsworth was subsequently awarded the supply contract. Gary Stevens, managing director of Wandsworth commented, “Bristol Southmead is an extremely high profile development and has been conceived as a ‘super hospital’, providing the very highest standards of care. The Wandsworth IPiN system is a fully addressable IP system which can not only assist in minimising nurse responses times but it can also help to deliver better resource management and operational efficiency thanks to its ability to provide real time data. What’s more, it will also help to futureproof the hospital as it can be integrated with other IP technologies and also offer the ability to provide remote monitoring and fault diagnosis via a secure on-line access.” The IPiN system will be installed in the smart wall units of all 790 beds at Bristol Southmead, as well as being fitted across all the hospital’s treatment areas, clinical areas, acute areas and 24 operating theatres. The contract follows the recent installation of Wandsworth’s IPiN nursecall system at the 60-bed South Bristol Hospital, part of the Hengrove Park regeneration scheme in the city. For this project, Wandsworth has designed and supplied the IPiN system which is now installed and complete. At Bristol Southmead, Wandsworth has now started works at the site and is expected to complete the installation of the nurse call system by April 2013”. |
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Wandsworths IPiN Wins in DenmarkLeading Danish electrical contractor, Lindpro, has selected The Wandworth Group’s IPiN nursecall system for all its hard wired nursecall installations in a deal that could be worth up to 25 million Danish Krone (£2.5 million) a year. A €140 million company employing 1,200 people across Denmark, Lindpro is responsible for installing security and safety systems in around 50% of Danish hospital projects and 25% of care home schemes. When the company decided to look for a new nursecall system it began a rigorous selection process for both hard-wired and wireless nursecall systems, narrowing its hardwired choice down to just two IP-based products: the Ethernet-based IPiN from The Wandsworth Group and a Belgian competitor. Negotiations were handled by Wandworth’s exclusive Scandinavian agent, Norway-based Maxeta AS, which was responsible for demonstrating the advantages of the IPiN product to Lindpro and delivering a pilot project in competition with the Belgian system in order to win the business. The resulting agreement will see Wandworth’s IPiN nursecall system become the only hard-wired nursecall system installed by Lindpro’s healthcare division, with Maxeta continuing to deliver the supply chain as Wandsworth’s local agent. Comments managing director of The Wandsworth Group, Gary Stevens: “This fantastic deal once again demonstrates that the IPiN system is not only sector leading technology in the UK but is a world-class product in demand by leading project delivery partners. To win this business IPiN faced strong competition from other systems developed across Europe and came out on top which proves that there is still much to celebrate in British manufacturing and excellent potential for exporting British products to help feed sustainable economic growth.” Carsten Hernvig, head of the Danish market for Maxeta adds: “The flexibility, quality and integration possibilities of the IPiN system give it many advantages against other nursecall systems and Lindpro’s decision to use IPiN confirms that the technology addresses the healthcare sector’s needs.” |
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Wandsworth i-fi is music to techno lovers' earsTechnology and wiring accessories specialist, The Wandsworth Group, has launched the ‘i-fi’: a docking and speaker unit range for use with iPods* and iPhones*. Designed to provide complete flexibility and a discreet and stylish audio solution for residential, hotel, leisure and office markets, the i-fi range is available in a wide range of contemporary finishes including Super Mirror Stainless Steel, Matt Black, White and Satin Stainless Steel. All have been designed to fit flush to the wall with a full range of interior assembly and back boxes available. Options within the range include a single plate for docking station or charger and a double plate for docking station or charger, each with integral audio amplifier. For enhanced sound quality docking station/charger and single speaker units are available in both vertical and horizontal options as well as a horizontal unit with docking station/charger and twin speakers. In addition, single speaker outlet plates are also available, enabling specifiers to enhance the sound quality by locating speakers around the room or into another room such as an en-suite bathroom, for example. Andy Howe, sales director of The Wandsworth Group: “By designing a range that allows specifiers to choose whether to incorporate speakers within the same plate as the docking unit or as a separate speaker unit, we have created a system that is flexible and scalable, depending on the installation. The design options also provide increased choice to suit most interiors.” The i-fi system offers both line-out outputs for connection to multi-room systems and stereo input for external music players. An optional infra-red remote control is also available, offering users volume, play, pause and skip functions when the device is fitted in the unit. Where enhanced sound quality is required, Wandsworth can also supply compatible loud speakers which can be connected to the stereo amplifier to improve the listening experience. Andy continues: “Increasingly people are carrying their music tastes around with them on their iPhone or iPod and want the freedom to listen wherever they go. This range allows that facility to become a permanent fixture within a room, whilst remaining unobtrusive and complementing other wiring accessories and providing the security that a portable plug-in device cannot.” A brochure for the units can be downloaded here * iPod & iPhone are registered trademarks of Apple inc. |
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Wandsworth appoints KNX ExpertThe Wandsworth Group has appointed Gordon Fry to the new role of KNX technical specialist to ensure that both its customers and its own sale steam have all the KNX support they require. Creation of the new post follows the groundbreaking partnership agreement between Wandsworth and KNX specialist, Jung, earlier this year, which has made Wandsworth the sole UK distributor for Jung’s products. Gordon’s field-based role will be to provide technical support and trouble-shooting advice and training to KNX systems integrators. He will also be responsible for delivering KNX training and technical support to the Wandsworth sales team. An experienced KNX integrator who has been a KNX partner since 1991 when the intelligent controls protocol was in its infancy in the UK, Gordon has wide ranging expertise across home, office and industrial KNX installations. Before becoming a KNX integrator, he worked for several years as a technical support engineer for a power switching and controls specialist, providing support to both users and the company’s European distributor network. Comments technical director of The Wandsworth Group, Colin Plimmer: “We were keen to appoint a KNX specialist to head up the technical support we can offer to our Jung customers and I’m delighted that we’ve been fortunate enough to attract a KNX expert who also has considerable experience in a technical support role. This appointment is pivotal to the growth of both Jung and the KNX protocol in the UK and Gordon’s new role will help ensure that we can combine great KNX products and customer service with tangible on-the-ground support.” |
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Wandsworth switches UK on to Jung's sleek styling Specifiers looking for a stylish and subtle approach to lighting switches and dimmers can now select from the Jung ‘A Creation’ range, available from The Wandsworth Group, Jung’s exclusive UK distributor. |
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Jung's over-sized rocker opens door to stylish durabilityGerman technology specialist Jung has launched an over-sized rocker switch available from their exclusive UK distributor, The Wandsworth Group. Aimed at the healthcare and hotel sector, Jung has especially designed the switch to provide a robust and aesthetic solution for door release mechanisms. Fabricated from stainless steel and available in either a steel or lacquered white finish, the rocker measures 70 x 212.4 mm and is offered with a compatible frame measuring 81 x 223 mm. The new products are compatible with other wiring accessories in the Jung ‘LS’ range and the plate can be engraved or supplied with an illuminated lens if required to provide bespoke labelling. Comments Andy Howe, head of sales for The Wandsworth Group, “While there’s a wide range of door release switches on the market, our research indicates that both engineers and architects would often prefer to use something of a less industrial appearance. With the Jung over-sized rocker switch they can specify something that wouldn’t look out of place in a hotel, maintaining the contemporary look of a modern hospital while providing a hard-wearing and functional solution.” |
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New Southern area sales manager for WandsworthWiring accessories and healthcare technology specialist, The Wandsworth Group, has appointed Mark Gay to the post of southern area sales manager. A sales professional with more than 23 years’ experience, Mark began his career in the motor industry, first in retail and later on the fleet side of the sector. He then moved into the decorative lighting sector where he has spent the past seven years in area sales manager roles. Part of his remit at The Wandsworth group will be to leverage his architect, end user and specifier contacts to build on the company’s customer base across its wiring accessories, KNX and healthcare technology products. Joining a national and international sales team at The Wandsworth Group, Mark will be responsible for account management of existing customers across the south central region, including Berkshire, Surrey, Hampshire, South London, the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands. He will also be responsible for developing those customer relationships and introducing Wandsworth’s extensive product range to new customers. Comments Mark: “This role gives me the opportunity to maximise the experience and contacts I already have while offering me the chance to move into new product areas that involve market leading, cutting edge technology. It also comes at a very exciting time in the company’s development and I’m looking forward to becoming part of The Wandsworth Group’s continuing success story.” |
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Wandsworth appoints new Head of SalesThe Wandsworth Group has promoted Andy Howe to the new post of head of sales, with responsibility for overseeing the company’s UK and export sales operations across it’s wiring accessories, call systems, healthcare technology and security ranges. Formerly the company’s business development manager, Andy has been with The Wandsworth Group for over 31 years, having first joined as a trainee sales representative in 1979. Since then he has risen through the ranks in a number of sales and product development roles and he will retain a business development remit as part of his new role, working closely with Wandsworth’s technical team to help align the company’s technical innovation with market trends. Andy will be responsible for managing Wandsworth’s sales team, including two new regional managers, for developing relationships with partner companies and for identifying opportunities for the company in new technologies and markets. In addition, he will continue to take responsibility for the company’s CPD programme, including seminar development, accreditation and delivery, ensuring that customers are fully conversant with Wandsworth technologies. Comments Andy: “This is an exciting period for Wandsworth as we continue to develop the range of technologies we offer and extend our market geographically. Thanks to our recent partnership with Jung we have now entered the KNX marketplace and we will continue to drive innovation that is both cutting edge and clearly focused on providing practical, technically advanced solutions for our customers.” |
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IPiN chosen for new Modular ward designIPiN nurse call has been chosen for fitting out a new style of Modular ward. IMI - Integrated Medical Interiors developed the new ward design for improving effciency and making savings in both lighting amd energy use, following an open brief from Rotherham NHS Foundation to improve the patient environment and deliver ultra-efficient lighting. Full details here. |
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Wandsworth Mistral 50 naturally harnesses ozoneThe Wandsworth Group new Mistral 50 unit harnesses the all natural properties of Ozone to ocmpletely destroy all smells and odours, leaving the air fresh and clean and pure. By using Ozone, the unit kills bacterias, viruses and mould thereby removing the source of the odours, not just covering them up. For more information, please download our Hygiene brochure here. |
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Now you can follow us on TwitterYou can follow the Wandsworth Group on Twitter. You can either click on the 'follow us' link on our home page or search for @WandsworthGroup. You'll be the first to hear about product launches, latest developments and the most recent projects using our products. |
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Wandsworth Group sign distributor agreement with JungWandsworth Group has signed a Distribution deal with Albrecht Jung GMBH of Germany. Jung produce a number of ranges, including KNX technology, that will complement Wandsworth's existing electrical accessory ranges. "By joining forces with Jung we open up our existing range and we’re also adding wiring accessories and door entry systems that match our electrical accessories for quality but also complement them in terms of design, enabling us to offer customers even greater choice.” explained Gary Stevens of the Wandsworth Group. Jung's export manager Wolfgang Becker added "In Wandsworth we have found a partner that we can trust to deliver those values in the UK marketplace and a one that has the resources to drive understanding and uptake of our products in the UK." KNX buildings control protocol used across Europe and enables the programming and integration of a number of products, including lighting and heating controls, using a single software tool. Integrating these systems in to buildings can lead to energy savings at a time when companies are looking for better energy management. |
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Arab Health 11, Dubai 24th -27th January 2011Wandsworth Group had a successful exhibition at Arab Health, Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre. Running from Monday 24th to Thursday 27th January, Arab Health is the premier international healthcare event in the Middle East. Wandsworth Group displayed their latest developments in 'IPiN' Nurse Call with new products launching including staff presence and attack systems. Along with Safecall wireless solutions and 'Tele-Call' Bedside Computing & Patient Entertainment systems on their stand, the four day show remained as busy and constructive for WandsworthGroup as last year.http://www.arabhealthonline.com |
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Arc Show previews new accessory rangeThe Wandsworth Group enjoyed a busy two days exhibiting at The Arc Show London. The show held this year at the Business Design Centre in London on 12th and 13th January is 'the only event for the lighting industry to source for major lighting projects'. Wandsworth group previewed their new flat plate 'Penthouse' range along with a new range of IPod docking station units. Further information on these two new products will be available shortly. |
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New Healthcare Containment SolutionsThe Wandsworth Group is now introducing a new range of containment solutions. Feedback enabled Wandsworth to make some critical design and functionality changes to improve infection control, and speed up the installation process by offering pre-piped pre-wired units. |
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CPD Range now includes TCP/IP SeminarWandsworth Group now able to offer CPD accredited seminars on TCP/IP. The Seminar entitled 'The Benefits of TCP/IPin Healthcare Comunication can now be booked via the contact us link. 'We will be extending the range of CPD accredited seminars throughout 2010' said Andy Howe Wandsworth Group's business developemt manager. |
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Wandsworth Group Hand Dryer Saves on energy, Delivers on powerWandsworth Group, have successfully launched a new range of High power energy saving hand dryers. The HD200 range combines fast hand drying and using an adjustable motor & element energy efficiency. Available in a range of finishes, the new HD200 complements the exisitng Wandsworth Hand Dryer range. For further information click here |
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Non-Compliance on Disabled refuge systems not being declaredA recent article published in Fire Safety Engineering magazine by Andy Howe, Wandsworth Group's business developement manager highlights the need for specifiers to be vigilant against any deviations from the requirements of BS5839:9 that may not be disclosed 'up-front'. |
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Prince Charles hospital, Merthyr Tydfil chooses latest technologyWandsworth Group’s IPiN Nursecall system has been chosen for the 12 ward refit at Prince Charles hospital in Merthyr Tydfil. The system will also incorporate patient sound entertainment, with work due to take place during 2009 and 2010. |
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IPiN Nurse Call IPiN , Internet Protocol integrated Network, is the latest development in nurse call and communications technology. IPiN offers integration, versatility & capability. |
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