181 bauder.co.ukTECHNICAL SERVICES AND APPROVED CONTRACTORS Technical servicesAt Bauder we pride ourselves on our complete "no obligation" service package. Through our national team of Technical Managers and highly trained office based technicians, we can provide for all your likely requirements, from initial design advice on waterproofing or landscaping related issues thorough to a detailed and comprehensive specification package, supplied in National Building Specification format (NBS). The package will include drawings and, where appropriate, thermal and condensation risk calculations that are specific to your project and dispatched with a high level of quality and efficiency, which is unrivalled within our industry.We are increasingly being asked by our clients to assist their consultants with the development of ecological roof systems to meet a Biodiversity Action Plan required for planning consent or where BREEAM points are required from an installation to secure a higher rating than might otherwise be achieved by the structure. This has lead to us gaining valuable experience from working closely with specialist advisors and contractors in the areas of landscape, horticulture and the environment, which in turn has been of major benefit to other clients when considering how best to proceed with a new project. Whatever your requirement may be for a green or biodiverse roof landscape, it is certain that we will be able to assist you from the conceptual stage in developing a practical solution which will be cost-effective whilst also delivering long-term performance.Aproved contractorsThe design and specification contribute greatly to the performance and longevity of waterproofing and green roof system. However, the quality and experience of the installing operative is essential in ensuring a successful project. Bauder has always operated a policy where we train and approve the individual installer and not just the company he works for, by taking installers with proven experience and demonstrating the techniques particular to our system, we can ensure the quality of workmanship that meets our client's expectations.With our green roof systems, each installer is required to have a good level of knowledge and understanding of the products and systems that we supply and will regularly deal with our drainage and moisture retention layers, growing mediums and hard and soft landscaping. Regular training and updating is provided to ensure that all work undertaken by our installers is done to the highest standard.Individual application tuition from our instructors will be provided and following successful assessment the operative will receive an identity badge that must be readily available at all times, providing proof of competence to install Bauder Green Roof Systems.Our selection of a contracting company is given careful attention, enabling us to guarantee that they possess the technical expertise and organisational skills to maintain an efficient and well-run site.On-site suportInspections are carried out at key stages of the contract by our own site surveyors to satisfy the requirements of our insurance backed company guarantee on our waterproofing systems and also ensure adherence to the specification for the landscaping.Specifying the Bauder gren rof systemSpecifying Bauder materials for your project could not be easier. Simply contact your local Technical Manager or our Technical Department with details of your project and leave the rest to us.n Design advice on waterproofing, planting and landscapingn Information on saturated loadingsn Advice on drainage related issuesn Thermal calculationsn Condensation risk analysisn Detailed CAD drawingsn Comprehensive project specificationsIMPORTANTIf you do decide to specify our materials without seeking our advice, it is important that we are advised in order for your project to be eligible for the guarantee.Specification SupportNBS SPECIFICATIONSwww.bauder.co.uk/technical-centreTECHNICAL HELPLINET: +44 (0)1473 257671E: technical@bauder.co.ukINTENSIVETECHNICAL GUIDE

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