http://www.flexidry.com/index.php en info@imre.co.uk Copyright 2012 2012-05-18T14:09:47+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/the_arcelormittal_orbit_was_unveiled_on_the_bbc_news/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/the_arcelormittal_orbit_was_unveiled_on_the_bbc_news/#When:14:09:47Z We are proud to have played our part in the race to the 2012 London Olympics. The ArcelorMittal Orbit was unveiled on the BBC news on the 11th of May 2012 by Boris Johnson. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18031170 We are pleased to show you the pictures and links to the BBC videos. See our news item here.         2012-05-18T14:09:47+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/how_to_prevent_floor_screed_cracks_in_two_ticks/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/how_to_prevent_floor_screed_cracks_in_two_ticks/#When:11:30:44Z The Screed Scientist website outlines the importance of preventing cracks in your floor screed. The process is actually quite simple and you need to take some simple crack prevention measures as per the diagram below. We visited a recent project to see just how difficult this process is. At about halfway through the 130sqm project, the screeder inserted some trowel cuts.         So how long did this take?  A little bit of planning and the actual cuts probably took less than a minute. And the excuse for not doing them is? A little bit of time can really save you huge amounts of energy, effort and costs later on in terms of repairs. FlexiDry Projects, Newsletter 2012-03-20T11:30:44+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/herculean_flexidry_reaches_new_heights/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/herculean_flexidry_reaches_new_heights/#When:10:42:06Z We are proud of this project. Were is it? Can you guess from the pics? All will be revealed, very soon. 2012-03-14T10:42:06+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/we_spotted_a_new_trowel_in_town/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/we_spotted_a_new_trowel_in_town/#When:10:44:43Z For all of us who are looking for the secret concoction for the perfect screed, an unassuming ‘little trowel’ might just be able to provide us with the answer. The friendly little trowel knows all the ratios and proportions for the perfect screed mix, and has a treasure trove of tried and tested screeding methods and techniques that could lead us to the formula of the perfect screed. Rumor has it that he is on a mission to put an end to the age old issue of screed failures in the UK, and has embarked on an educational initiative to reach out to the huge population within and outside the floor screeding industry and help educate the masses on how to achieve the best results from screeds! In appearance, he is distinctly one of the creed of the old screeders’ trowel. But what we love about him is he takes his job quite seriously as the face of the new Screed Scientist website- a much needed educational initiative for the screeding industry! The said little trowel is the mascot of Screed Scientist, and comes dressed appropriately for every occasion, making sure he conveys the message that he carries effectively.   When he is mostly seen donning a white coat and spectacles while representing the Screed Scientist, he appears safely clad in his work outfit, complete with hi-vis jacket, helmet and goggles when he appears alongside the screed tips and advice that are to be followed at the site. Now then, we agree health and safety is definitely not to be taken lightly on the work site! You might even spot him in the tutor’s gown and hat when he is out giving the screed tuitions - prepared by none other than the real Screed Scientist himself. Now, in case you are wondering who the Screed Scientist is, he is one of the authorities on screeding in the UK, the Managing Director of industry leaders- CSC Screeding Ltd, Mr. Spencer Warner. Mr. Warner is the real voice behind the friendly little trowel, and the Screed Scientist website is part of his ongoing efforts to create an interactive educational platform for creating awareness regarding the best practices in floor screeding. When expensive screeding projects fail due to minor negligence or lack of knowledge from the part of the screeders, site workers or the clients who are unaware of the important measures to be followed to achieve the best results, we are sure this initiative could make a big difference in the floor screeding industry. Way to go Screed Scientist! FlexiDry News, Newsletter 2011-12-06T10:44:43+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/top_tips_for_choosing_a_good_screeding_contractor/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/top_tips_for_choosing_a_good_screeding_contractor/#When:11:19:05Z There are several things to be considered while choosing a good screeding contactor. From the quality of screed to service and costs, just about everything could go wrong with a bad choice. We have a few pointers that might help make your task easier, and help you make a careful choice.   1. Do not fall for the ‘lowest price’ snare When prices do indeed matter, it is important to keep in mind that the’ low price’ tags do always come with a price. Inexperienced workers, cheap material, poor service and in turn poor quality could be the cost you could end up paying for the marginal price discount. Rather than the low price quotes, it is important to look for a screeding contractor who can give you ‘value for money’. This would mean a contractor who can offer you good quality and service at a price you can afford. 2. Experience matters High quality screeding requires skill and expertise, and the better trained and experienced the workers, the better the quality of the screed you can expect. It would be wise to look for screeding contractors who have been in the industry for a long time, and have a skilled work force with hands on experience in working on varied projects. 3. Expertise in the installation of the particular screed systems Every screed system is different. To get the best results from specialized screeding systems or screeding products, it is important to look for certified contractors who are experienced in the installation of the particular screed system or product. For instance if you intend to use modified screed systems like FlexiDry it is ideal to go for FlexiDry approved contractors who have workers specially trained in using the product. 4. References speak volumes Asking for references can help you the make the eliminations in the names you have short listed, right at the outset and can go a long way in assessing the competence of the contractor. It is important to look at the projects they have worked on earlier, their work history, the quality of service they have offered, if they have delivered on time and within the budget. A good screeding contractor would have several references ready at hand. 5. Check for conformity to industry standards and health and safety measures It would be beneficial to verify whether the contractor complies with industry standards and has a good health and safety record. This can help in ensuring a safe working environment. 6. Remember to do your homework on industry lingo It is very likely that you might get baffled by the industry jargons and technicalities that the contractors use. Doing a bit of research and developing an idea about the various industry terms and usages will help to avoid confusion and facilitate easier communication. Helpfull Screed Tips 2011-10-14T11:19:05+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/pan_mixers_the_perfect_solution_for_work_sites_with_difficult_access/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/pan_mixers_the_perfect_solution_for_work_sites_with_difficult_access/#When:10:03:22Z Got the screed mix right? – You are half way through to achieve the perfect screed. But, if access to the site is difficult, the quality of the screed and ultimately that of the entire flooring could get compromised unless the screeder is equipped with the right tools and machinery. Of the several methods of screed mixing ranging from hand mixing to the use of free fall mixers and forced action mixing with screed pumps and pan mixers, the portable pan mixers are the ideal solution for obtaining high quality, homogenously blended screeds when there is constraint of space or difficulty in accessing the work site. When hand mixing is practical for very small areas, it is impossible to achieve evenly mixed screeds of the desired quality for vast areas using this method. Free fall mixers are the other alternative that many screeders use for the mixing bigger batches of screed. But, not only are these insufficient to obtain a homogenous screed mix, the screed mix produced by free fall mixers are more prone to balling and crush easily under impact. Forced action mixers on the other hand produce high quality, homogenous screed mixes quickly and efficiently. When screed pumps are ideal for forced action mixing of large quantities, pan mixers are sufficient for forced action mixing of smaller quantities. Pan mixers are also extremely useful for mixing screeds in areas where access is difficult. As pan mixers are portable and easy to transport, they can be used to produce the same high quality forced action screed mixes at sites where the big screed pumps cannot be operated. Fast drying floor Screeds such as FlexiDry are found to perform at its peak when mixed effectively using forced action mixers. FlexiDry approved contractors like CSC Screeding Ltd find they achieve excellent results with FlexiDry by using screed pumps and pan mixers for force action mixing of their screeds. FlexiDry News, Newsletter 2011-10-03T10:03:22+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/flexidrys_customer_satisfaction_results/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/flexidrys_customer_satisfaction_results/#When:13:49:45Z Your feedback is our drive to strive harder… At FlexiDry, we try very hard to ensure our clients receive the best possible screeding experience. Be it our screeds, our customer care or after sales service, our constant effort is to deliver products and service that are the best in class. In order to fulfill this commitment, it is important for us to get constructive feedback from our clients. When your positive feedback boosts our morale we also need to have your honest opinion regarding areas that need more attention to help drive our improvement initiatives. In an effort to understand the extent to which we have been successful in meeting our commitment, we entrusted a third party agency, Trust in UK, to conduct a customer satisfaction survey. Customer Satisfaction Survey 2011 Our customers were asked to rate various aspects of our service on a scale of 1-10, alongside the level of importance they attached to each aspect. We are proud to report that our customers found our overall service very satisfactory and are especially happy with the drying time and quality of our screeds- two aspects they attach the most importance to. All the same we realize there is still more to be done. We have learnt from our clients that they would like more help with installation guidelines. As rectification we are planning to review the current guidelines and include flow charts and clearer instructions that are easy to follow. We have also received constructive suggestions about our FlexiDry Shop, which will be addressed promptly. FlexiDry is also currently contributing to an industry website www.floor-screeding.co.uk. We have added many useful tools like the ‘screed calculator’ to the website for the benefit of our clients. More useful content will be regularly added to raise awareness about the right screeding practices and to share knowledge with our clients. While it is not our intention to brag, we include here some of the feedback put in by our clients as testimonials for FlexiDry. “FlexiDry enables the customer to use their new conservatory quicker than normal due to the speed of drying out, particularly in the winter months”- Carol Halliwell, Installations Manager, Conservatory Company “Since discovering FlexiDry a year ago it has become an important part of our business. So many construction jobs run out of time at the end of the project. But using FlexiDry saves thousands in penalty payments and allows the contractor to hand over the site on time ready for the flooring contractor”- Chris Smith, MD, Mixamate Screed “FlexiDry dried the screed as they said it would, what more can you ask for”- Giles Ellis, Director, Igneous Construction Ltd “We were very impressed with not only the service but the product worked very well considering how little was required”- Jim LeBlond, Director, Phoenix Plastering “Does what it says it does”- Mike Upton, Proprietor, Mike Upton, Cheshire “After using FlexiDry we now feel very confident about the product and its capabilities. The assistance FlexiDry provided during projects has been very helpful and the after sales service is very refreshing compared to other similar products on the market” - Robert Birch, Director, CCS Drywall Ltd “FlexiDry has given us the opportunity to deliver a high quality screeding system that has very clear advantages in the market place. FlexiDry has reliable dry times which are key to project planners and finishers, no requirement for curing under polythene and no requirement for surface DPM. We have seen an increase in demand and securing more work off the back of it”- S. Warner, Managing Director, CSC Screeding Ltd “As the largest underfloor heating provider in the UK, Warmafloor GB Ltd recommends and promotes FlexiDry floor screeds. FlexiDry has proven to be a reliable, stable screed system and works fantastically well on underfloor heating. The overall quality and performance is dependable and the product has helped my company to secure more work. We expect FlexiDry floor screeds to become the UK's leading brand” - WJ, Warmafloor GB Ltd - Fareham FlexiDry News, Newsletter 2011-09-21T13:49:45+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/if_a_change_of_profession_is_not_an_option_give_flexidry_a_try/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/if_a_change_of_profession_is_not_an_option_give_flexidry_a_try/#When:09:59:23Z If you always thought looking like a coal miner is part of the profession of being a screeder, we have interesting news for you! Being in a profession where you are required to handle ultra fine coal dust like powder, no doubt leaves you looking like a coal miner. When the ‘appearance’ part might be something you have learned to take in the stride, there is the health aspect which can not be neglected quite as easily.  It has been proven that long term exposure to super fine dust particles can result in serious respiratory diseases and disorders of the lungs. However, screeders and on site screed operatives who do not have much of an alternative are constantly exposed to this super fine dust on a regular basis. Now, if you think a change of profession is not a viable option, we have an innovative solution for you!  FlexiDry, our innovative screeding solution for premium quality, fast drying screeds, is formulated as a concentrated liquid additive that can be added to the cement-sand mixture as per requirement. FlexiDry fast drying floor screeds eliminates the need for handling ultra fine dust like powders, and yields perfect workability, compaction, strength and durability- while keeping you safe from exposure to the sinister dust! As FlexiDry comes as a liquid additive, there is increased ease of handling, reduced bulk and lesser storage space requirement as well. So, if you haven’t tried FlexiDry yet, make sure you give it a trial! We guarantee you will love the new screeding experience. FlexiDry News, Newsletter 2011-06-01T09:59:23+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/get_the_chance_to_try_out_flexidry_f0_with_pp_fibres/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/get_the_chance_to_try_out_flexidry_f0_with_pp_fibres/#When:10:21:43Z Win a 5 litre sample of FlexiDry F0 with PP Fibres and get tips on achieving the perfect screed, straight from the Screed Scientist! All you need to do is sign up for the Screed Scientist newsletter and enter the Screed Scientist Subscribers contest. Answer a simple question, and you could be the lucky winner chosen through a quarterly draw. Moreover, by signing up for the newsletter you can get the latest news in screed protection as well as tips, techniques and advice on screeding from the Screed scientist, brought directly to your inbox. The competition is run by FlexiDry approved contractors, CSC Screeding Ltd, and you can join by signing up for the Screed Scientist newsletter at www.floor-screeding.co.uk. 2011-05-23T10:21:43+00:00 http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/recent_project_photos/ http://www.flexidry.com/index.php/screeding/blog/recent_project_photos/#When:09:47:45Z FlexiDry fast drying floor screeds for Rivergate School, Barking   FlexiDry enhancing energy efficiency for ModernaHus The innovative new green homes for the UK   FlexiDry Fast Drying Floor Screed Installation Completed at The Lancasters FlexiDry Projects 2011-05-09T09:47:45+00:00