Resin Bound Surfacing

We supply interior resin surfacing for a variety of facilities, and also homes. The most common resin floors for indoors is self-levelling epoxy plus polyurethane resin surfacing. All these surface types provide slip-resistance and can be easily cleaned to use in hygienic places like kitchen areas in addition to labs. The interior resin surfacing is actually a long-lasting and also durable surfacing kind, capable to go through heavy use.

Self-levelling epoxy surfacing is ideal for warehouses, production facilities as well as pharmaceutical industries. https://ukresinboundsurfacing.blogspot.com/ It may also be utilised in areas including food preparation zones and also industrial facilities; this is because of the slip resistant and hygienic properties which can be presented. The epoxy surfacing type is fitted 2-3mm thick; the specification gets poured on the current surface which is then spread smoothly. We make sure to clean your surfacing before the mix is poured over the surfacing to make sure that the surface will be completely smooth.

Polyurethane flooring is also obtainable; this is generally used for sports halls at educational institutions plus leisure clubs. Polyurethane sports surfaces are certainly common in these kinds of institutions, since they supply durable, slip-resistant qualities which makes the surfacing excellent for almost any sport. https://ukresinboundsurfacing.wordpress.com/ Two layers create the polyurethane resin flooring - the first layer is actually a prefabricated granular rubber base mat, that's glued to the existing area. The top layer is 2mm of self-levelling polyurethane which is applied and then distributed onto the base layer. A durable finish is made by applying a wear resistant mat on the top.

Non-slip qualities and fantastic appearance are supplied through the fitting of MMA quartz surfacing. Places including meal preparation areas, schools along with hospitals may have MMA quartz flooring installed. https://ukresinboundsurfacing.tumblr.com/ The hard-wearing flooring is set up easily and has a remarkably fast curing time - which allows the surfacing to be utilized after just a couple of hours. Mainly because the product is covered with a primer coat, the surfacing binds to the existing floor effortlessly.

The self-levelling polyurethane surfacing sort makes a matte finished look plus supplies great qualities for school sports halls. This surface sort may also be used for lots of different institutions which include production facilities, pharmaceutical laboratories, industrial environments and also aviation establishments. http://resinboundsurfacing.weebly.com/ When the polyurethane mixture is ready it will be poured onto the desired space and then spread evenly using specialized equipment. Heavy duty polyurethane screed is also used in lots of institutions such as production facilities, food prep areas and breweries. The long lasting, hardwearing surface is a hygienic surface type making it excellent for many establishments. Numerous different colours are accessible in each one of the resin surfacing types so you can select a personalised style to meet your needs.

Removing barriers to sustainable travel

Sara Ladkani-Knowle on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path with her 13-month old daughter

Our recent YouGov poll  revealed that 84% of parents say their awareness of environmental problems had increased in the last year, yet almost a third (27%) cited the inconvenience of planning a sustainable journey as a key barrier. We know there is public appetite to lead a more sustainable lifestyle, and our survey shows that people want to travel in a more environmentally friendly way, but now they need the right infrastructure to act.

Sara Ladkani-Knowles, 36, moved house two year’s ago because of its proximity to the Bristol to Bath railway path – a cycling and walking route which enables her to cycle around the city. After having her first child, Sara still uses the path to travel to the shops, park and meet friends locally. We caught up with Sara to find out why she decided to take the plunge and move location.

Reducing our impact on the environment 

Sara said: “At school I learnt about climate change and the damaging effect humans are having on the planet and this really stayed with me. We’re starting to notice the rate of global warming, with regular new stories highlighting the speed at which the ice caps are melting and the increasing number of natural disasters. It worries me and this is only the tip of the iceberg.

“As a family we’ve made a number of changes to our lifestyle to reduce our impact on the environment. This includes buying veg boxes to reduce plastic waste, bringing our own re-usable bags to shops and also limiting the amount of water we use by having shorter showers.

The benefits of living near a cycling and walking path

“My husband and I bought a house on the Bristol to Bath railway path so that we could rely less on our car and we use it all the time. Before I became pregnant we used to cycle to Bath regularly as it only takes an hour. It’s such an enjoyable experience because there are no cars to navigate so it really takes the street out of cycling.  

“It’s an amazing place to bring my 13-month-old daughter because it’s away from congested, busy roads and means she’s not breathing in polluted air. I take her to the shops in Fishpond and Warmley on the path. She’s not quite up to the ride to Bath yet but we are slowly building up to a trip there.   

“ If the UK had more cycle paths like the one I travel on, I think more people would consider riding a bike or walking for shorter journeys. ”

- Sara Ladkani-Knowles

“I’m really looking forward to teaching her how to cycle independently on the path when she is older. It’s such a great place to venture to on a day out as there are lots of places you can stop off and it’s great for spotting wildlife. Right near us there’s a damp spot where dragonflies roam and frogs breed. I can’t wait to take her plant spotting, such a huge variety down there.

Removing the barriers to sustainable travel

“I’d say one of the biggest barriers to more families travelling sustainably is how infrequent and unpleasant public transport can be. As a mother, I find it hard to find space for a buggy on the bus. This means I have to carry my daughter in a sling but she’s getting too heavy for that now.

“Travelling by bus can also be expensive. It’s £4 where I live which builds up quickly if you’re travelling every day. Combine this with how unreliable public transport can be and it’s no wonder that cars are perceived as more convenient and comfortable.

“If the UK had more cycle paths like the one I travel on, I think more people would consider riding a bike or walking for shorter journeys. Bristol is a great place to travel actively but there are gaps in some of the routes which force you out onto busy main roads. If it’s like this in a very cycle friendly city, I dread to think what it’s like across the rest of the country.”   

Find out how to start cycling for more journeys

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• Environment
• Lifestyle

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Why did I choose to do a cycle ride, I could just have done a bake sale?

Gaia, 11, cycles the new traffic-free link at Ledaig on the Caledonia Way

Gaia celebrating the end of her Caledonia Way adventure at Inverness Castle

Anyway, I should probably explain myself, I’m Gaia, I’m 11, I love cycling and raising money for charities that have helped my friends and family. I have now done two charity cycle rides and I’m always looking for a new challenge. I decided on the Caledonia Way as it certainly would be a challenge, I mean, from 182 miles (when I did the Hebridean Way in 2018) to 237 miles, that certainly is a challenge.

I wanted to raise money for Alzheimer Scotland. My grandad died with Alzheimer’s so I wanted to support the charity that helped him. I set up a page on Just Giving and people would leave messages with their sponsorship. Thinking about those messages kept me going and really helped motivate me when I was finding it hard.

Seeing Scotland differently

It was a different way of seeing Scotland, from a different angle. Because we didn’t scare animals away and you take a longer route, as you’re not always on the road, you see things you wouldn’t see in a car. We rode through lots of different types of scenery along the coast, lakes and forests, it was all really beautiful. My highs consisted of sweeping into Caradale, 1¾ miles to Lochgilphead, woohoo, and the seals sitting on the rocks at Loch Caolisport.

I really enjoyed it but it was hard work. Riding in the rain was absolutely horrible. Getting up was sometimes a struggle, there were a few times when dad had to literally take the tent down around me, because I was so tired. Also the hills were tough, because my bike is a road bike it doesn’t really have the low gears so sometimes I had to get off and walk when it was too steep, but I don’t mind that.

Being on my bike exhilarates me

Being outdoors and on my bike exhilarates me and I always get a good night’s sleep. I don’t think it matters whether you are a child or an adult, sometimes I think I was the one encouraging dad that he could do it. When I ride my bike I may not have as much experience as my parents but I’m learning to be safe on road.

I felt very proud when we finished, and it was really exciting to think I had travelled all that way. Though I had to take a break from my bike for a wee while afterwards because it takes a lot out of you doing a ride of that length.

I definitely want to do another big cycle ride, I’ve done it before and I want to do it again, we just need to find another route for next year.

Take a look at Gaia’s Just Giving page
 

• Cycling
• National Cycle Network
• Young people

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How a handcycle opened up the world of cycling to me

“I think more people with disabilities would start cycling if they had more faith in their abilities and if they saw people like myself out on my handcycle.“

“I’ve never let my disability hold me back and riding a bike is just one of the many outdoor activities and sports I take part in. There’s so much out there.”

A new report published by Sustrans and Arup reveals that one third (33%) of disabled people in UK cities and towns would like to start cycling but 84% never do due to a number barriers preventing them. These include heightened safety concerns, lack of dedicated cycle infrastructure and the high cost of adapted cycles.

Tina Evans was first diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia at 16 year’s old, a recessive genetic condition that effects balance and co-ordination and gradually deteriorates the body. Having always had a passion for the outdoors, Tina hasn’t allowed her condition to get the best of her and has continued to take part in activities such as skiing, surfing and cycling to help retain muscle strength and keep fit.

Living with Friedreich’s Ataxia

Tina said: “At the age of 16 I noticed something wasn’t quite right with my balance. Sometimes I would walk into my friends and I found it difficult to keep my balance while my eyes were closed. After a few doctor’s appointments and medical tests, I was diagnosed with a rare condition called Friedreich’s Ataxia.

“By the age of 21 I had to battle with my pride and give into the wheelchair. But I quickly came to realise that it was the best decision I had ever made. Doing small things like going to town or walking with friends became hard work due to tiredness and my confidence slowly dropped. The wheelchair gave me back the freedom to move around freely and actually made me feel more able.”

Taking on a challenge

“I’m the type of person who always looks for the solution in life and my diagnosis hasn’t stopped me from doing the things I love. I’m an adrenaline junkie at heart and still go on skiing holidays, surf and cycle. I purchased a recumbent handcycle a few years ago and since then have taken part in the Swansea 10k and cycled the length of a half marathon. I like having a challenge to keep my motivation up. It  is a huge sense of achievement when I finish a race or travel a long distance and makes me feel like I’m beating my condition.

“A friend and I are taking on another challenge later this year and are planning to cycle from Bangor to Cardiff over seven days. We hope to complete the 250 mile journey on an adapted tandem, which has a handcycle at the front. I feel such an awesome sense of freedom when I am out on my bike and love testing my limits. This is why we are thinking of going even bigger for our next challenge ride.

“ As a disabled person it’s easy to fall into the belief that I am different which can make me feel isolated, but when you cycle you’re automatically a part of the ‘family’ and it’s a wonderful feeling. ”

- Tina Evans

“In the lead up to the event, I’ve been training on a mixture of cycle paths and roads. People tend to speed on rural roads in the Gwendraeth Valley, so I stick to main roads and a quiet cycle path near my house when training. I think it’s great to have cycling paths so near, as when I train in the evening after work, I feel safer and much more confident. During our ride down the country, we will be using paths as often as possible in respect for traffic that we would be holding up on roads.“

Making cycling more accessible 

“I think that it’s so important to have cycling infrastructure in place, and as the popularity of cycling continues to escalate, it will lead to a greater need to ensure everyone can enjoy riding a bike safely.

“I think more people with disabilities would start cycling if they had more faith in their abilities and if they saw people like myself out on my handcycle. There needs to be more information available to demonstrate the options there are for people with neurological conditions. I had no idea a recumbent handcycle even existed until I looked into it more.

“I’ve never let my disability hold me back and riding a bike is just one of the many outdoor activities and sports I take part in. There’s so much out there. It’s just a case of finding it.

“I look forward to future developments, which will see more paths running through rural areas, encouraging people from all abilities to ride together. I get a real sense of belonging, when other cyclists pass me on the path and say hello.

“As a disabled person it’s easy to fall into the belief that I am different which can make me feel isolated, but when you cycle you’re automatically a part of the 'family’ and it’s a wonderful feeling.”

Find out more about our "Inclusive cycling in towns and cities” report with Arup here.

• Cycling in cities
• Health
• Lifestyle

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Sustrans Scotland urges MSPs to back the 20MPH (restricted roads) Bill

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On 13 June, the Scottish Parliament votes on a Bill that could save lives, make walking and cycling easier, make our towns and cities better for people. 

We urge Members of the Scottish Parliament to take leadership.  To follow the example set recently in Wales and legislate to set the restricted roads default speed limit at 20mph in Scotland. 

To reiterate:

Road safety - 20 mph will reduce the number and severity of road casualties

Public health – 20mph makes streets feel safer for people to walk about and cycle, encouraging more people to do so

Social justice – our research shows that children in Scotland’s poorest areas are 3 times as likely to be killed, seriously injured or injured by motor traffic as children in the wealthiest areas, despite lower car ownership in these areas.  Making 20mph the default speed limit on restricted roads will have a particularly positive impact in these areas. 

Sustrans were one of 25 organisations in public health, child advocacy, active travel, and poverty campaigning to call on the First Minister to support the Bill.  

The arguments have been made, the evidence has been heard.  Now it’s time to show leadership. 

Sustrans remains committed to 20mph as one of the best measures to make walking and cycling easier and safer in our towns and cities. 

Find out more about why Sustrans Scotland supports 20mph

• Campaign for Safer Streets
• Communities
• Leadership
• Policy

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Walking and cycling must be a priority area for health and social care

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Active travel can play a critical role in increasing levels of physical activity. Two recent reports set out why it must be a priority area for improvement in health and social care.

Firstly, new guidance from NICE, the National Institute For Health And Care Excellence, highlights five ways in which active travel can encourage and support people of all ages and all abilities to be physically active and to move more. This guidance sets out how local strategy, policy and planning, and improvements to the built or natural physical environment such as public open spaces, workplaces and schools support better health through more physical activity. These are:

• Local authorities and healthcare commissioning groups have senior level physical activity champions who are responsible for developing and implementing local strategies, policies and plans. Champions will raise the profile of physical activity to address local need, including through active travel
• Local authorities prioritise pedestrians, cyclists and people who use public transport when developing and maintaining connected travel routes. Prioritising people who walk and cycle, as well as those who use public transport, empowers people to make travel choices that help to create healthier places and happier lives for everyone
• Local authorities involve community members in designing and managing public open spaces. This can include walking and cycling routes through open spaces, and access to open spaces
• Workplaces have a physical activity programme to encourage employees to move more and be more physically active. Measures can include supporting employees to walk, cycle or use other modes of
• Schools and early years settings have active travel plans that are monitored and updated annually. Plans should be ambitious, and they should be designed to make change happen, primarily by creating a culture of active travel and changing the environment around the schools

Addressing the WHY

The second report that makes the case for why active travel is a priority area for quality improvement in health and social care is a report produced by Sustrans with partners for Sport England. The report presents a definitive case for investing in active travel to support physical activity. Our expert and independent research team reviewed the best quality evidence and found a wide range of effective interventions that increased walking and cycling, with the strongest evidence pointing to joined-up approaches across whole cities and whole towns.

The review identifies the strongest available material by setting a high quality threshold and including only those studies with a control or comparison group. This degree of rigour is not common outside of academia, but the decision to apply this approach for the review was taken in order that the output provides an authoritative overview. The review found 84 studies meeting the criteria within peer-reviewed and ‘grey’ literature drawn from wide-ranging and non-traditional sources internationally. There is strong and substantial evidence that active travel interventions are effective at increasing walking, cycling and physical activity

A number of recommendations emerge from the study. In investing in active travel, priority should be given to: ‘whole system’-type intervention approaches; identifying appropriate combinations of measures that ‘fit’ locally, based on evidence of need and likelihood of impact; encouraging local agencies to promote active transport as part of their efforts to increase physical activity; securing consistent, long-term funding streams; and enabling funding streams that draw on wide-ranging cross-departmental support.

Clear message for governments

There is a great deal of alignment between the NICE guidance and the Sport England review. Between the two reports there is a very strong case for:

• Approaches that support active travel through environmental change (building safer, better routes and places) and behaviour change (supporting people’s needs)
• Working across whole towns and cities to support active travel in a range of different contexts that engage everyone and all trip types
• Ensuring that measures to increase active travel are designed to fit the local need, and that implementation is supported locally
• Better recognition of the strength of the link between active travel and physical activity, and of the role that this connection can play in supporting health and social care

The message is clear: walking and cycling as well as other forms of active travel, have a vital role to play in making the UK more active. And in order for us to realise the full benefits of more physical activity, active travel must be a priority area for investment in support of improvement in health and social care.

Find out more about our partnership with Sport England

• Communities
• Health
• Lifestyle
• Policy

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HUSS data can make active travel interventions more efficient and impactful

HUSS helps identify which schools have above national average rates of walking, scootering and cycling.

Since all 32 local authorities in Scotland signed up in 2010, the Hands Up Scotland Survey (HUSS) has become an Official Statistic. HUSS acts as a valuable record of how children travel to school and nursery in Scotland.

Not only does it provide an overview of travel habits, but local authorities also receive a breakdown of each individual school’s data. This level of detail is not released to the public but can be used to help target schools strategically with the most effective interventions to increase active travel across the country.

HUSS helps identify which schools have above national average rates of walking, scootering and cycling. Pinpointing what has been successful in the past, therefore best practice can be shared between schools in a local authority.  Digging down into the HUSS data can help provide explanations for why certain schools have lower levels of active travel ensuring the schools with most need get the most effective interventions.

By comparing before and after HUSS figures schools can then monitor and assess the effectiveness of initiatives aiming to increase walking, scootering and cycling through new infrastructure and/or behaviour change programmes.

Monitoring the effectiveness of School Streets

School Streets is an initiative that seeks to close the roads directly outside school gates to vehicles, lower emissions and promote active travel. Sustrans used the data collected via HUSS to analyse the mode shift in schools that have already signed up to the programme.

So far the results have been encouraging. Primary schools engaging with School Streets saw a 2.6 percentage point increase in pupils travelling actively to school within two years. In the same time scale, School Streets schools saw a 4.4 percentage point decrease in the use of private motorised vehicles. The evidence suggests that five years after first engaging with Schools Streets, levels of active travel remain higher than prior to School Streets, and levels of private motorised vehicle use remain lower.

Why HUSS is so important

There are many factors that influence how children travel to school: the size of the catchment area, socio-economic differences; urban/rural nature of the region; road layout and the provision of active travel infrastructure and cycle paths.

Having a national survey helps eliminate local bias and inaccuracies, making it possible to compare schools locally and nationally since their figures are collected under the same conditions.

The Hands Up Scotland Survey is a valuable resource of national and local value. Monitoring progress on how schools, local authorities and the Scottish Government are doing when it comes to supporting healthier, greener, sustainable travel choices to school and nursery.

Opportunity for local authorities to share and learn best practice using HUSS figures

For anyone who wants to learn more about how to use HUSS data, Sustrans has organised a free showcase on June 19th at the Lighthouse in Glasgow. It is a collaborative learning event aimed at local authority officers working in health, education and transport. The event will cover:

• How local authorities and organisations use and extract maximum value out of HUSS data
• Learn what you could do with HUSS data and share best practice of using HUSS data
• Provide feedback to Sustrans’ Research and Monitoring unit who produce HUSS on the format of the local authority data reports and what would work best for you
• Provide ideas for HUSS research and analysis that would benefit local authorities.

Sign up for the HUSS Data showcase

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• Schools

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