CONCRETE SEATING RANGE

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1 CONCRETE SEATING RANGE PRODUCT BROCHURE Ref: E

2 Note: The photo on this page and some of the cover images are of the Amesbury Mk 1 and Marlborough Mk 1 products. The Mk 2 versions feature noticeable improvements - see individual product pages for further information. Furnitubes 2012 Ref: S

3 INTRODUCTION TO CONCRETE SEATING Welcome to Furnitubes new concrete seating product brochure which includes long-standing favourites, many with updated features, and introduces an extensive range of new products. Here are just some of the ways our concrete seats can benefit your scheme: Durable construction - concrete offers optimum strength to withstand the rigours of daily use and provide maximum product longevity Heavy weight and low recyclable value - meaning the products are far less susceptible to theft than those made of metal A wide range of standard colours are available to complement the surrounding paving and other materials on your scheme, with special mixes available to order In addition to our extensive range of standard products, we are continually developing new designs and are happy to discuss any special products for your scheme - call us today on to discuss your requirements with our Sales team or our expert Designers. Our concrete seating product range is presented in the following sub-sections: Modular / linear seats: Modular designs offering a variety of linear combinations Blyth range Podium range Contemporary designs: Artist-designed products exclusively from Furnitubes Amesbury Marlborough Stand-alone seats: Simple economic forms suited to everyday schemes Bridge Rise Social seating: Non-linear seating plans ideal for courtyards & meeting areas Branch Cosmos range At the rear of this brochure we also offer details (including photographic representations) of the standard concrete mixes and basic technical guidance on concrete in general. Product-specific technical data sheets are available for most of our products and can be obtained from our Sales team. At Furnitubes we believe in the positive promotion of UK manufacturing and the benefits that it brings to the UK economy. Manufacturing in the UK also offers a more sustainable solution, with transportation distances and associated environmental impacts minimised. All of Furnitubes concrete products are manufactured in the UK using locally sourced materials and all new products are designed with this philosophy in mind. Wherever you see our UK Made logo you can be assured that the product is manufactured in the UK. Ref: S tel:

4 BLYTH RANGE Ref: S Unique features of the Blyth Mk 2 range Ideal for demanding urban environments, the Blyth is a long-standing favourite and an increasingly popular choice from Furnitubes extensive range of concrete seating products. The Blyth Mk 2 introduces a number of improvements and new features, including: 3 size units 5 standard colours Polished top option Solo units for stand-alone situations End and mid units to allow longer continuous runs Radiused edges for improved comfort for users A shallow-domed top to aid water run-off Anti-skate device options Arm and backrest options 500 Cross sectional profile Common to all Blyth products 500

5 BLYTH RANGE Standard options The standard range of bench options comprises the following: Solo units (Cube, 1m & 2m) End units (1m & 2m) Mid units (1m & 2m) All models have a 50 x 50mm recess around the base of the bench as indicated by the dashed lines on the illustrations. For continuous seating runs comprising multiple units, adjacent units can be simply butted up to each other as a dry-fit, or jointed using a fibreboard spacer with the joint filled with a mastic or mortar sealant. Please contact our Design Department to discuss these options in more detail. Solo unit: Rounded corners both ends. Suitable as stand-alone units only. End unit: Rounded corners one end; square-faced one end. Used as end modules on multiple unit seatings runs. Mid unit: Square-faced both ends. Used as central modules on multiple unit seatings runs. Plan views of 1m units. Dashed lines indicate stepped recesses to underside of benches. Note: All products illustrated on this page are Solo units Ref: S BLYTH CUBE 500 x 500mm cube Weight: 300kgs BLS6 - Solo unit 5 standard colours Polished top BLYTH 1M 1000mm length Weight: 600kgs BLR100 SO - Solo unit BLR100 EN - End unit BLR100 MD - Mid unit 5 standard colours Polished top Anti-skate devices BLYTH 2M 2000mm length Weight: 1200kgs BLR200 SO - Solo unit BLR200 EN - End unit BLR200 MD - Mid unit 5 standard colours Polished top Anti-skate devices Armrests in satin polished stainless steel Backrest in satin polished stainless steel (and timber on selected options)

6 BLYTH RANGE Armrests + backrests Arm and backrests enhance the functionality of Blyth benches and are particularly welcomed by less able members of the public. Shown here are the standard options offered on 2m benches. At 1m long, the backrest can comfortably support 2 people. The open sections of bench to either end accommodate 1 person per end, maintaining 4 seating positions overall. The addition of arm and backrests also provides an obstacle to skaters - discouraging them from grinding on the long edges of these benches. Ref: S All our arm and backrests are manufactured in heavy duty and extremely durable stainless steel, secured to the benches by hidden studs which are chemically bonded into the concrete to deter any tampering or theft. Three styles of backrest are offered as standard - a flat bar arrangement (as shown in the photographs), a circular bar design and a single piece solid backrest in either stainless steel or timber. Logos or other graphic designs can be incorporated into the standard backrests, and unique designs to complement other items of furniture can be manufactured as add-on components to the basic concrete bench.

7 BLYTH RANGE ARMRESTS Single armrest set in centre of the bench Pair of armrests set at 1000mm centres Stainless steel satin polished BLR200 AR1 - Single armrest BLR200 AR2 - Pair of armrests SLATTED BAR ARM / BACKREST 1000mm length Stainless steel satin polished BLR200 BO1 - Backrest only BLR200 BA1 - Backrest + armrests CIRCULAR BAR ARM / BACKREST 1000mm length Stainless steel satin polished BLR200 BO2 - Backrest only BLR200 BA2 - Backrest + armrests Ref: S SOLID BACK ARM / BACKRESTS 1000mm length Stainless steel satin polished throughout or with iroko timber backrest option BLR200 BO31 - Backrest only S/S BLR200 BO32 - Backrest only S/S + timber BLR200 BA31 - Backrest + armrests S/S BLR200 BA32 - Backrest + armrests S/S + timber back support

8 BLYTH RANGE Anti-skate devices Robust concrete products such as the Blyth range of benches are particularly attractive to skateboarders as these heavy products have long straight edges at a convenient height to grind along. To reduce the risk of damage from skateboard grinding, we offer an anti-skate device - a stainless steel oval ball with a welded stud, permanently secured into drilled holes in the bench with an epoxy resin - as a standard addition on this range. For 1m and 2m benches we recommend anti-skate devices are positioned as shown below. In our experience, the smaller cube units are too short to attract skaters, but anti-skate devices can be added to these products if required BLYTH 1M 1 ball on each long side BLYTH 2M 2 balls on each long side Ref: S

9 BLYTH RANGE Handling and installation A 50 x 50mm recess to the lower edge is a design feature on all Blyths. This facilitates on-site handling by providing an edge against which lifting straps can be located and tensioned. The recess also allows two basic installation options as shown below, the advantages and disadvantages of which are discussed in detail. A third option is to install the bench so that the base sits below the finished paving level, as for option 1 but to a lesser depth, meaning the height of the exposed recess is reduced. Please note that the faces of the recess are left as-struck and not finished to match the main body of the bench. Ref: S Installation Option 1: Base of bench set below finished paving level Installation Option 2: Base of bench set on top of finished paving Advantages: Benches can be set true level Any damage to lower edge of the recess (caused during handling) is hidden beneath the paving Paving set below recess overhang so any untidy edges to paving can be hidden Disadvantages: Requires ground excavation Not suitable for products with recess-mounted lighting When multiple bench units are directly abutted and set on top of the paving, there will be a 100mm gap between the recessed faces. This can be left as is or the gaps filled with matching coloured plugs. Advantages: No ground excavation Shadow gap visually lifts bench product off the paving Suitable for products with recess-mounted lighting Disadvantages: Product will not be true plumb if paving isn t level Any untidy paving abutting the recess is visible

10 PODIUM RANGE Podium components Podium is a new range of benches designed as a rationalisation and replacement to the previous Stansted, Harlow and Cambridge products. Available in 2 bench widths, tops and legs are supplied as separate components for on-site assembly, with the legs able to be fixed at the ends of the bench, or inset. Podiums can be used as independent seats or as multiples to form continuous seating runs. The main features of the Podium range are: Reinforcement to all components for added strength 3 bench top styles in 2 widths Bench top with pre-fitted leg fixing points in 4 positions 5 standard colours (tops and legs can be contrasting) Polished top option Podium basic components & dimensions Ref: S Bench leg: 450mm wide Bench leg: 700mm wide Bench top: 2000mm long x 450mm wide Bench top: 2000mm long x 700mm wide

11 PODIUM RANGE Variable fixing points The underside of the bench top is pre-fitted with connectors that enable the legs to be fitted at the ends or inset. 450 The 450mm wide legs can be used with the 700mm and the 450mm wide tops, whereas the 700mm wide legs are compatable only with the 700mm wide tops. For continuous runs of seating the inset fixing positions are set so that the legs are evenly spaced at 1m centres along the run. Legs set at end positions 1850 c/s 700 Wide leg 450 / c/s 450 Legs at inset positions Narrow leg Configurations Shown here are just a few examples of the many configurations achievable by mixing the various Podium components. Stand-alone benches Multiple benches in continuous runs of same top style and size Ref: S Multiple benches with different top styles and sizes, and with changes in seating directions

12 PODIUM RANGE Note: As benches are assembled on site, legs can be fitted at the ends or inset as preferred. PODIUM - PLAIN TOP 2000mm x 700mm x 450mm high Weights - tops: 700mm wide - 420kgs top, 450mm wide - 270kgs Weights - legs: 700mm wide 82kgs / leg, 450 mm wide 53kgs / leg PODIUM - PERFORATED TOP 2000mm x 700mm x 450mm high Weights - tops: 700mm wide - 400kgs top, 450mm wide - 260kgs Weights - legs: 700mm wide 82kgs / leg, 450 mm wide 53kgs / leg Ref: S Freestanding reinforced concrete benches: PDS2 T45 L45-450mm wide bench top with 450mm wide legs PDS2 T70 L70-700mm wide bench top with 700mm wide legs PDS2 T70 L45-700mm wide bench top with 450mm wide legs Freestanding reinforced concrete benches: PDP2 T45 L45-450mm wide bench top with 450mm wide legs PDP2 T70 L70-700mm wide bench top with 700mm wide legs PDP2 T70 L45-700mm wide bench top with 450mm wide legs 5 standard colours (tops and legs can be contrasting colours) Polished top Anti-skate devices 5 standard colours (tops and legs can be contrasting colours) Polished top Anti-skate devices

13 PODIUM RANGE Anti-skate Podium benches which may be vulnerable to abuse by skaters can be factory-fitted with anti-skate devices prior to despatch. The illustration below shows the standard setting out of anti-skate devices, which is designed to align with standard seating positions. Further devices can be added if required Podium with anti-skate 2 bars on each long side Our standard anti-skate fitting for the Podium range is a stainless steel bar with a welded stud, inset and permanently secured into drilled holes in the bench with an epoxy resin. Note: As benches are assembled on site, legs can be fitted at the ends or inset as preferred. Ref: S Installation Podium benches are supplied as separate components for on-site assembly. In addition to the concrete components, a fixing kit is supplied comprising studs to locate the bench top onto the legs and epoxy resin to permanently fix the joints. Providing the bench is installed level and given the extremely heavy weight of an assembled unit, Podiums are generally left as free-standing products, without the need for fixing into the ground. PODIUM - TIMBER TOP 2000mm x 700mm x 490mm high Weights - tops: 700mm wide - 450kgs top, 450mm wide - 280kgs Weights - legs: 700mm wide 82kgs / leg, 450mm wide 53kgs / leg Reinforced concrete with certified iroko timber seating platform: PDT2 T45 L45-450mm wide bench top with 450mm wide legs PDT2 T70 L70-700mm wide bench top with 700mm wide legs PDT2 T70 L45-700mm wide bench top with 450mm wide legs 5 standard colours (tops and legs can be contrasting colours) Coated timber top

14 AMESBURY Note: This photo is of the Amesbury Mk 1 products. The Mk 2 version has a slightly different side profile as shown in the illustrations, which are in a polished finish Designed by Rachel C Reynolds (The Shed Studios) 510 AMESBURY 2430mm x 510mm x 450mm Weight: 870kgs FCP302 Freestanding reinforced concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished flat surface(s) Ref: S Contemporary and versatile concrete seating The Amesbury (and its sister product the Marlborough) are the creation of designer-artist Rachel Reynolds of the Shed Studio. Originally designed as one-offs for a Public Art commission for a housing development in Shoreham-by-Sea, these products have become production items and have proved to be popular additions to Furnitubes concrete seating range. The design references the geology of the Shoreham area in being reminiscent of boreholes and plugs in the local mudflats. The Mk 2 Amesbury has been cleverly adapted so that it can be installed either as shown for the Mk 1 bench, upturned to act as a chaise-longue, or placed on either of its side faces.

15 AMESBURY Installation orientation 1: Gently undulated seating surface (as per Amesbury Mk 1 standard installation) Installation orientation 2: Chaise-longue style seating Installation orientation 3: Flat seating surface (bench can be placed on either of its flat sides) Ref: S Handling and installation The Amesbury is pre-fitted with 2 threaded inserts on each of its 2 flat sides. It is supplied with lifting hooks which are screwed into the inserts and to which lifting straps can be secured to allow the bench to be safely manoeuvred into position. For installation orientations 1 and 2 as shown above, all 4 lifting hooks can be used. After placement, the hooks are removed and stainless steel cover caps fitted in their place. Weighing 870kgs, the Amesbury is sufficiently heavy to allow it to be freestanding in most applications. Designed by Rachel C Reynolds (The Shed Studios) Note: This photo is of the Amesbury Mk 1 products. The Mk 2 version has a slightly different side profile as shown in the illustrations.

16 MARLBOROUGH Artist-designed concrete bench The curved lines of the Marlborough concrete bench introduce informality to external seating arrangements and are often specified for the reason that they are far less vulnerable to abuse by skaters than straighter-edged products. The benches are available in the 5 standard concrete mixes. The Marlborough bench is a product designed by artist Rachel Reynolds of The Shed Studio and manufactured under license by Furnitubes. The Amesbury bench is the sister product of the Marlborough and these two benches are often used together in adventurous architectural landscape schemes. Originally designed as one-offs for a Public Art commission for a housing development in Shoreham-by-Sea, these products have become production items and have proved to be popular additions to Furnitubes concrete seating range. The design references the geology of the Shoreham area in being reminiscent of boreholes and plugs in the local mudflats Plan view Designed by Rachel C Reynolds (The Shed Studios) Ref: S MARLBOROUGH 1800mm x 620mm x 450 / 475mm high Weights: 700kgs FCP301 Freestanding reinforced concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished top Note: This photo is of the Marlborough Mk 1 product. The Mk 2 version introduces a more rounded top edge and a recess at ground level.

17 MARLBOROUGH Handling The Marlborough bench is pre-fitted with 2 threaded inserts in the top of the product, and supplied with lifting hooks which are screwed into the inserts and to which lifting straps can be secured to allow the bench to be safely manoeuvred into position. After placement, the hooks are removed and stainless steel cover caps fitted in the their place. Weighing 700kg, the Marlborough is sufficiently heavy to allow it to be freestanding in most applications. Designed by Rachel C Reynolds (The Shed Studios) Installation A 25 x 25mm recess to the lower edge is a feature on the Marlborough, allowing 2 installation options. Installation Option 1: Base of bench set below finished paving level Advantages: Benches can be set true level Any damage to lower edge of recess (caused by handling) is hidden beneath paving Paving set below recess so untidy edges can be hidden Paving set below recess Advantages: No ground excavation Shadow gap visually lifts bench product off paving Disadvantages: Requires ground excavation Installation Option 2: Base of bench set on top of finished paving Disadvantages: Product will not be true plumb if paving isn t level Any untidy paving abutting the recess is visible Ref: S Note: This photo is of Marlborough Mk 1 products. The Mk 2 version introduces a more rounded top edge and a recess at ground level.

18 BRANCH Branch bench / low level planter wall Branch is a new addition to Furnitubes concrete seating range. The asymmetric Y-shape provides 3 seating arms, each facing a different direction, which is ideal in social seating areas such as courtyards and school playgrounds. BRANCH 2720mm x 1640mm overall x 450mm high Weight: 1700kgs BRA400 Freestanding concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished top Ref: S Cross sectional profile 2750

19 BRANCH Installation Branch seating units have a 50 x 50mm recess at the base, allowing 2 types of installation - with the recess either set below ground level (which reduces the seating height to 400mm) or directly onto the finished paving, as shown in the photographs. The relative merits of these installation options are discussed in greater detail within the Blyth Range section of Furnitubes concrete seating brochure. Example combinations Multiple units can be used to create a wide variety of seating arrangements, either dispersed or abutted to form a number of interesting patterns. Stand-alone units creating informal seating arrangements Ref: S Abutted units forming a continuous branch Geometrically-arranged units creating an enclosure to form a low level planting bed

20 COSMOS RANGE Cosmos seating range The Cosmos range of benches is ideal for sites that require informal social seating, such as courtyards or school playgrounds. Available in 3-arm and 4-arm versions, the benches are flat-topped with the side faces angled back to make a more dynamic form, which also improves seating comfort and reduces weight. Cosmos benches are available in any of Furnitubes standard 5 colours mixes, and the top surfaces can be polished to reveal the aggregate and provide a contrast to the side faces. Using different colours on adjacent benches on the same site can also add visual interest to the scheme. The benches can be used singularly but are particularly effective when arranged in clusters, especially when both the 3-arm and 4-arm versions are used together. The shapes of the products make them easy to sling around for lifting into position. Given the heavy weight of the Cosmos benches they are simply set on top of the finished paving, with no need to tie them into any ground foundation Ref: S COSMOS TRI-ARM 1780mm x 1550mm x 450mm high Weight: 975kgs COSMOS 3 Freestanding concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished top COSMOS QUAD-ARM 1980mm x 1980mm x 450mm high Weight: 1300kgs COSMOS 4 Freestanding concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished top

21 RISE + BRIDGE Rise concrete bench Rise is an economic stand-alone concrete bench with tapered sides to reduce both the visual mass and the physical weight compared with bulkier products such the Blyth range. The bench can be simply placed onto the finished paving, without the need for groundwork. RISE 1800mm x 500mm x 450mm high Weight: 530kgs RIS6 Freestanding concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished top BRIDGE 2000mm x 500mm x 500mm high Weight: 480kgs BRI6 Freestanding reinforced concrete bench 5 standard colours Polished top 450 Bridge concrete bench Bridge is a visually light, one-piece reinforced concrete casting, suitable for use as a stand-alone bench. Its relatively light weight (in concrete terms) and the void beneath the bench top makes the Bridge relatively simple to handle and position on site. Ref: S

22 CONCRETE SEATING: STANDARD MIXES + FINISHES Colour / finish options As standard all Furnitubes concrete seating ranges are available in a dressed finish in 5 concrete colour mixes. Selected faces of benches can be polished to reveal the aggregate mix and for this option a further 3 mixes are offered. Special mixes can be created to suit your specific requirement for larger volume production runs. Samples The swatches shown here are indicative only. Please contact us to obtain samples to ensure that you specify and order the appropriate colour mix and finish to suit your scheme. MIX NAME: STANDARD GREY LIGHT GREY 1 LIGHT GREY 2 LIGHT GREY 3 LIGHT GREY 4 DARK GREY WHITE BUFF Mix ref: FGS FG1 FG2 FG3 FG4 FG5 FW1 FB1 Cement: Grey Grey & white Grey & white Grey & white Grey & white Grey White Grey & white Sand: Fine yellow building sand Fine ground white/grey fine aggregate Fine ground white/grey fine aggregate Fine ground white/grey fine aggregate Fine ground white/grey fine aggregate Coarse black sand Fine yellow building sand Fine ground white/grey fine aggregate Aggregate: Grey basalt 4/10mm Grey basalt 4/10mm White limestone 4/10mm White granite 4/10mm White granite & grey basalt 4/10mm Grey basalt 4/10mm White limestone 4/10mm Yellow limestone 4/10mm Dressed finish: As-struck casting washed with mild acid to produce a finely textured finish. Aggregates are not exposed. Light Grey 1 is only used when the bench top is polished Light Greys 3 & 4 are only used when the bench top is polished Ref: T Light polished finish: The surface of an as-struck casting is ground back to expose the aggregates within the mix. Generally, only top surfaces of benches are polished.

23 CONCRETE SEATING: GENERAL INFORMATION Product development Furnitubes designers strive to expand and improve upon our existing products and to develop new ranges. We are acutely aware of production feasibility, of structural parameters, and mindful of commercial viability, and seek the advice of mouldmakers and professional engineering consultants in our development work. Materials The 5 standard concretes offered on all Furnitubes products are long-established, tried and tested mixes that provide a popular choice of natural colours, with visual interest when the aggregates are revealed. All materials are UK-sourced, and batching control and testing procedures ensure a consistent appearance and performance. Should none of our standard colour options suit your scheme however, we can develop special mixes. Positive-form tool used for creating mould for Marlbough bench Handling & installation Products are generally delivered on pallets for offloading with a forklift on arrival at site. Most products are handled in unique ways, as suits their form, overall weight and weight distribution. Technical data sheets are available for individual products to advise on handling. Furnitubes is able to offer a complete delivery and installation solution, including offloading and placement via specialist lifting equipment - please call us to discuss further. General maintenance An annual clean will keep the surface looking vibrant. Clean with water and mild detergent or a low pressure hose with a flatfan nozzle to help pry off surface dirt. Degreasers and chemical cleansers are available for more stubborn grime. Offloading and installation of Blyth bench using grab-lift Ref: T Variations & specials Furnitubes designers welcome early input into any project and are happy to advise on special variations to our standard products (such as graphics or lighting) and also to offer advice on the technical feasibility of your own designs. All of Furnitubes concrete products are manufactured in the UK. Borough logo in contrasting textured finish on Blyth bench

24 CONCRETE SEATING BROCHURE Furnitubes International Ltd 3rd Floor - Meridian House - Royal Hill - Greenwich LONDON SE10 8RD tel: +44 (0) fax: +44 (0) sales@furnitubes.com Ref: E