Blanc de Bierges is committed to excellence in cast stonework. For over 40 years, they have produced the highest quality cast stonework using traditional skills combined with cutting edge technology. They aim to provide architects and designers creative freedom and versatility to design unique environments. Their experienced team ensures consistent quality and accuracy from concept to installation.
Andersen 100 Series product availability, construction details and advantages, options and accessories including grilles, exterior color and interior finish, flange options, and remodeling project applications.
Andersen 100 Series product availability, construction details and advantages, options and accessories including grilles, exterior color and interior finish, flange options, and remodeling project applications.
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
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Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
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A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
The contributing experts and agencies are (in an alphabetical order): Sylwia Rytel, Social Media Supervisor, 180heartbeats + JUNG v MATT (PL), Sharlene Jenner, Vice President - Director of Engagement Strategy, Abelson Taylor (USA), Alex Casanovas, Digital Director, Atrevia (ES), Dora Beilin, Senior Social Strategist, Barrett Hoffher (USA), Min Seo, Campaign Director, Brand New Agency (KR), Deshé M. Gully, Associate Strategist, Day One Agency (USA), Francesca Trevisan, Strategist, Different (IT), Trevor Crossman, CX and Digital Transformation Director; Olivia Hussey, Strategic Planner; Simi Srinarula, Social Media Manager, The Hallway (AUS), James Hebbert, Managing Director, Hylink (CN / UK), Mundy Álvarez, Planning Director; Pedro Rojas, Social Media Manager; Pancho González, CCO, Inbrax (CH), Oana Oprea, Head of Digital Planning, Jam Session Agency (RO), Amy Bottrill, Social Account Director, Launch (UK), Gaby Arriaga, Founder, Leonardo1452 (MX), Shantesh S Row, Creative Director, Liwa (UAE), Rajesh Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer; Dhruv Gaur, Digital Planning Lead; Leonie Mergulhao, Account Supervisor - Social Media & PR, Medulla (IN), Aurelija Plioplytė, Head of Digital & Social, Not Perfect (LI), Daiana Khaidargaliyeva, Account Manager, Osaka Labs (UK / USA), Stefanie Söhnchen, Vice President Digital, PIABO Communications (DE), Elisabeth Winiartati, Managing Consultant, Head of Global Integrated Communications; Lydia Aprina, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Nita Prabowo, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Okhi, Web Developer, PNTR Group (ID), Kei Obusan, Insights Director; Daffi Ranandi, Insights Manager, Radarr (SG), Gautam Reghunath, Co-founder & CEO, Talented (IN), Donagh Humphreys, Head of Social and Digital Innovation, THINKHOUSE (IRE), Sarah Yim, Strategy Director, Zulu Alpha Kilo (CA).
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The search marketing landscape is evolving rapidly with new technologies, and professionals, like you, rely on innovative paid search strategies to meet changing demands.
It’s important that you’re ready to implement new strategies in 2024.
Check this out and learn the top trends in paid search advertising that are expected to gain traction, so you can drive higher ROI more efficiently in 2024.
You’ll learn:
- The latest trends in AI and automation, and what this means for an evolving paid search ecosystem.
- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
Watch Sreekant Lanka from iQuanti and Irina Klein from OneMain Financial as they dive into the future of paid search and explore the trends, strategies, and technologies that will shape the search marketing landscape.
If you’re looking to assess your paid search strategy and design an industry-aligned plan for 2024, then this webinar is for you.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
From their humble beginnings in 1984, TED has grown into the world’s most powerful amplifier for speakers and thought-leaders to share their ideas. They have over 2,400 filmed talks (not including the 30,000+ TEDx videos) freely available online, and have hosted over 17,500 events around the world.
With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
Whether you are gearing up to get on a TED stage yourself, or just want to master the skills that so many of their speakers possess, these tips and quotes from Chris Anderson, the TED Talks Curator, will encourage you to make the most impactful impression on your audience.
See the full article and more summaries like this on SpeakerHub here: https://speakerhub.com/blog/5-presentation-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers
See the original article on Forbes here:
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/welcome/?toURL=http://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2016/05/06/5-public-speaking-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers/&refURL=&referrer=#5c07a8221d9b
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Everyone is in agreement that ChatGPT (and other generative AI tools) will shape the future of work. Yet there is little consensus on exactly how, when, and to what extent this technology will change our world.
Businesses that extract maximum value from ChatGPT will use it as a collaborative tool for everything from brainstorming to technical maintenance.
For individuals, now is the time to pinpoint the skills the future professional will need to thrive in the AI age.
Check out this presentation to understand what ChatGPT is, how it will shape the future of work, and how you can prepare to take advantage.
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the vital ingredients for success.
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https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
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Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
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This article is all about what AI trends will emerge in the field of creative operations in 2024. All the marketers and brand builders should be aware of these trends for their further use and save themselves some time!
A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
The contributing experts and agencies are (in an alphabetical order): Sylwia Rytel, Social Media Supervisor, 180heartbeats + JUNG v MATT (PL), Sharlene Jenner, Vice President - Director of Engagement Strategy, Abelson Taylor (USA), Alex Casanovas, Digital Director, Atrevia (ES), Dora Beilin, Senior Social Strategist, Barrett Hoffher (USA), Min Seo, Campaign Director, Brand New Agency (KR), Deshé M. Gully, Associate Strategist, Day One Agency (USA), Francesca Trevisan, Strategist, Different (IT), Trevor Crossman, CX and Digital Transformation Director; Olivia Hussey, Strategic Planner; Simi Srinarula, Social Media Manager, The Hallway (AUS), James Hebbert, Managing Director, Hylink (CN / UK), Mundy Álvarez, Planning Director; Pedro Rojas, Social Media Manager; Pancho González, CCO, Inbrax (CH), Oana Oprea, Head of Digital Planning, Jam Session Agency (RO), Amy Bottrill, Social Account Director, Launch (UK), Gaby Arriaga, Founder, Leonardo1452 (MX), Shantesh S Row, Creative Director, Liwa (UAE), Rajesh Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer; Dhruv Gaur, Digital Planning Lead; Leonie Mergulhao, Account Supervisor - Social Media & PR, Medulla (IN), Aurelija Plioplytė, Head of Digital & Social, Not Perfect (LI), Daiana Khaidargaliyeva, Account Manager, Osaka Labs (UK / USA), Stefanie Söhnchen, Vice President Digital, PIABO Communications (DE), Elisabeth Winiartati, Managing Consultant, Head of Global Integrated Communications; Lydia Aprina, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Nita Prabowo, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Okhi, Web Developer, PNTR Group (ID), Kei Obusan, Insights Director; Daffi Ranandi, Insights Manager, Radarr (SG), Gautam Reghunath, Co-founder & CEO, Talented (IN), Donagh Humphreys, Head of Social and Digital Innovation, THINKHOUSE (IRE), Sarah Yim, Strategy Director, Zulu Alpha Kilo (CA).
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The search marketing landscape is evolving rapidly with new technologies, and professionals, like you, rely on innovative paid search strategies to meet changing demands.
It’s important that you’re ready to implement new strategies in 2024.
Check this out and learn the top trends in paid search advertising that are expected to gain traction, so you can drive higher ROI more efficiently in 2024.
You’ll learn:
- The latest trends in AI and automation, and what this means for an evolving paid search ecosystem.
- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
Watch Sreekant Lanka from iQuanti and Irina Klein from OneMain Financial as they dive into the future of paid search and explore the trends, strategies, and technologies that will shape the search marketing landscape.
If you’re looking to assess your paid search strategy and design an industry-aligned plan for 2024, then this webinar is for you.
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From their humble beginnings in 1984, TED has grown into the world’s most powerful amplifier for speakers and thought-leaders to share their ideas. They have over 2,400 filmed talks (not including the 30,000+ TEDx videos) freely available online, and have hosted over 17,500 events around the world.
With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
Whether you are gearing up to get on a TED stage yourself, or just want to master the skills that so many of their speakers possess, these tips and quotes from Chris Anderson, the TED Talks Curator, will encourage you to make the most impactful impression on your audience.
See the full article and more summaries like this on SpeakerHub here: https://speakerhub.com/blog/5-presentation-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers
See the original article on Forbes here:
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/welcome/?toURL=http://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2016/05/06/5-public-speaking-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers/&refURL=&referrer=#5c07a8221d9b
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Everyone is in agreement that ChatGPT (and other generative AI tools) will shape the future of work. Yet there is little consensus on exactly how, when, and to what extent this technology will change our world.
Businesses that extract maximum value from ChatGPT will use it as a collaborative tool for everything from brainstorming to technical maintenance.
For individuals, now is the time to pinpoint the skills the future professional will need to thrive in the AI age.
Check out this presentation to understand what ChatGPT is, how it will shape the future of work, and how you can prepare to take advantage.
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If you think managing projects is too difficult, think again.
We’ve stripped back project management processes to the
basics – to make it quicker and easier, without sacrificing
the vital ingredients for success.
“If you’re looking for some real-world guidance, then The Six Step Guide to Practical Project Management will help.”
Dr Andrew Makar, Tactical Project Management
2. Creative
freedom Portfolio
Paving 3-4
Setts
For over 40 years the Blanc de Bierges brand name has been synonymous with the Slabs
very highest standards in cast stonework. Continued investment in cutting edge
Copings, Kerbs & Gulleys 5
technology is artfully combined with traditional skills to create elegant and practical
solutions. Our aim is to provide Architects, Landscape Architects and Designers the Pools
freedom and expression to create unique and harmonious environments.
Walling & Retaining 6-7
A wide range of modular castings together with our bespoke capabilities offers the
L Modules
scope and versatility to match your imagination. Our experienced manufacturing
team take a craftsman’s approach to their work, ensuring consistent quality and Saddlebaks
accurate manufacture. All this is achieved with dedication and pride in our work. U Modules
Steps 8-9
From concept to installation Integrated Steps
This brochure is designed to provide a flavour of the unique environments that Radial Steps
can be created using our cast stonework. Our constant research and development
programme allows us to provide the latest products and solutions to your demands. Cladding 10
Through our experience, we can provide guidance for getting the best out of
Masonry 11
our products from a design and installation perspective. Wherever you are and
whatever the project, we’re confident that we can supply Stonework to enhance Cills & Heads
your creations. Stairways 12-13
Spiral
Fabricated
Manufacturing 14
Technical Specification 15-19
3. Paving 3
Create unique forms and features to
complement structures and landscapes
alike with Blanc de Bierges setts.
Resembling traditional cobblestones,
Paving
they have the added advantage of
having a completely flat surface - more
comfortable and less hazardous for
the way
pedestrian traffic. Subtle texture can be
incorporated by using either a fine or
striated finish.
In tapered form, they represent complete
flexibility, accommodating contour and
curve with ease.
For semi-industrial applications, our
straight edge setts are more appropriate.
Our complimentary range of fill in
pieces allow patterns to be varied where
interest or relief is desired.
They can be laid with or without mortar
joints depending on the look to be
achieved. Based on either 140mm or
150mm modules, the setts can be used to
co-ordinate with other products in our
range to create harmonious schemes.
Tapered Setts Straight Edged Setts
Straight edged Sett
Sizes range from Sizes range from
70 x 70 x 20mm to 140 x 140 x 70mm to
140 x 210 x 80mm 140 x 210 x 70mm with 45 or
30 degree RH or LH types
Straight edged Sett
See page 15 for full size listings.
4. 4 Paving
Golden
opportunities
Manufactured with the same exacting Finishes are available in
standards, the Blanc de Bierges modular Fine or Striated.
slab range offers ample scope for design
for commercial and domestic schemes.
Available in a range of shapes, sizes and
thicknesses they are particularly suited
to terraces, paths and walkways as well
as pool surrounds and concourses.
The modular sizes are designed to
provide designers with pattern options
to suit the scheme. The slabs are equally
well suited to roof gardens and more
unusual applications. In this application,
a careful preparation of the underlying
bed - to create stability - is fundamental
to producing a unique installation.
Pool surrounds
Straight edged Sett
Modular Slabs For colour and finish examples,
see back cover
From 100 x 100 x 50mm
to 3000 x 3000 x 150mm
Slabs
See page 16
for full size listings
5. Copings & Kerbs 5
On the edge
The perfect finish to a paved area or a
pool - wall top or feature, our vast range
of copings and kerbs are designed and
cast with meticulous detail to ensure
seamless integration with the Blanc de
Bierges range.
Options include straight, rounded or
chamfered edges - together with drip
edges if required.
Edges can be dressed on three or four
edges, to make a pillar coping for
example. The edges of square units can
be dressed on two adjacent sides as the
scheme demands.
In addition, special tapered kerbs can
be specified . These are particularly
useful for the edges to lawns where
damage from lawnmower blades can be
minimised - another example of the keen
attention to detail that comes with every
Blanc de Bierges component.
Tapered Sett Carefully designed to incorporate a non-slip surface yet still be
Tapered Sett
comfortable to walk on in bare feet, our pool surround tiles come
Straight edged Sett in over 3,000 variants. Straight edged Sett
Manufactured to lay correctly around a pool edge, our products
feature a selection of corner radii - to give swimmers a firm and
safe grip when entering or leaving the pool. Various internal and
external corners can be used to create unique shapes. Our range of
shutter covers ensure that the mechanical aspects of pools can be
Slabs
Slabs
dressed in harmony with the overall scheme.
Pool surrounds popular modular sizes include castings for: Kerbs tapered and straight options available.
Rectangular pools - inclusive of inside & outside corners Tapered from 210mm x140mm x 80mm
Circular pools - from diameters 2m to 12m to 210 x 600 x 80mm
See page 17 for Straight from 200 x 600 x 80mm
full size listings to 30 x 600 x 110mm
See page 18 for full size listings
6. 6 Walling & Retaining
Building
on success
Perhaps the most versatile component available to Architect’s,
Landscape Architects and Designers alike, Blanc de Bierges U
and L shaped modules can be used to create almost any feature.
From Retaining walls to steps, Planting tubs to Balustrades, their
flexibility allows them to be incorporated into both modern and
classical schemes.
Our L shaped modules are usually hand finished on the outer
surface only lending themselves equally well to retaining walls
or steps. For more unusual applications, they can also be finished
on both sides - making them more uniform in dimensions. In
this specification, they are well suited to seating areas and street
furniture, where their flexibility can be exploited to outstanding
effect.
L Modules
available in a range of popular sizes:
From 600mm x 400mm x 600mm x 50mm
to 400 x 600 x 400 x 50mm
See page 17 for full size listings
7. Walling & Retaining 7
Saddlebaks & Modules
Saddlebaks and U shaped modules
are particularly useful in the
construction of larger stepped areas and
Amphitheatres.
Their intrinsic uniformity providing a
warm harmony to changes in ground
level within a scheme.
Special adaptations can be specified to
include lighting primarily as an aid to
safety but also adding a unique ambience
to the stepped area of an Amphitheatre.
Saddlebak and U Modules
available in a range of popular sizes:
From 200 x 600 x 400 x 50mm
to 200 x 400x 600 x 50mm
See page 17 for full size listings
8. 8 Steps
Raising
Elegance with practicality is
demonstrated throughout the Blanc de
Bierges range of step solutions.
With 4 riser heights and over 80 varieties
of step, we can provide attractive
the
game
solutions for any environment.
The hand finished surface affords a
natural grip but for specific applications
we can provide a number of tread grip
options including high visibility for
partially sighted pedestrians.
Traditional steps
Formed from separate tread and risers,
these can be employed in harmony
with slabs and other Blanc de Bierges
products to create unique installations.
Integrated steps
Using a combined tread and riser,
a seamless flow of steps can be
constructed. In addition, special small
steps with straight or tapered edges are
available enabling a free form approach
for designers. Used in conjunction with
slabs, curved steps and tree surrounds
can be accommodated.
Steps
Modular dimensions from:
From Length 150 x Width 150 x Height 150mm
To Length 2400 x Width 600 x Height 150mm
See page 16 for full size listings
9. Steps 9
Radial steps
Integrated tread & riser
Traditional steps
Radial steps
Radial designs can provide grand entrances or practical pedestrian
traffic management. Available with non-slip and high visibility nosings
they can be formed from traditional tread and riser sections or for a
more fluid design - modules can be specified. Tapered and straight edge
options can be combined to accommodate almost any radius or curve.
10. 10 Cladding
Dressed to impress
Blanc de Bierges products can provide an
excellent contrast to brickwork, renders
and other types of masonry. The warm,
subtle colour can be used to complement
walls and vertical structures. The
consistent integrity of our products
ensures that it can be easily combined
with brackets and cladding retaining
systems.
Fine manufacturing standards and
tolerances offer scope for almost limitless
surface decoration.
Cladding
A wide number of unit sizes can be
accommodated for cladding purposes.
Talk to us about
your specific
requirements.
11. Masonry 11
Cillls & Heads Quoins Keystones Bespoke
Our range of architectural masonry demonstrates not only our
advanced production technology but also our committed attention
to detail. Cills & Heads, Quoins and Keystones can be specified
to reprise paving or features - the perfect example of detailing to
provide balance and harmony to an installation.
Bespoke
Masonry
A wide variety of corbels, posts balustrades
columns and features are available. Talk to
us about your specific requirements.
12. 12 Stairways
Turning on the style
A stunning feature in any environment, a Blanc de Bierges spiral staircase is a classic
example of the skills and technical abilities of our craftsmen and our state of the art
manufacturing capabilities.
Specifically designed to be flexible yet
always practical, our spirals lead the way
in style and versatility.
Manufactured as reinforced components,
our spirals can be specified with either
one of two different treads per turn and
over 11 different radii. This provides the
ultimate in flexibility giving you freedom
to explore the design possibilities.
Landings and top steps allow seamless
integration with the surrounding
environment.
Special features
such as lighting
can be included
whilst the hand
finished texture
of each tread
ensures safety
and comfort.
Spiral staircases
Available in 2 tread widths and radii from 600 to
1200mm in 50mm increments. Staircases can be
either left handed or right handed.
See page 19 for full size listings.
13. Stairways 13
Fabricated steps
Fabricated steps can offer a unique
solution to refurbishments and new
builds alike. They can incorporate
steelwork or other masonry support
components to create attractive bespoke
stairway solutions.
Open or closed tread designs can be
accommodated to suit the scheme.
Fabricated stairways
Talk to us about your requirements
14. 14 Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Success
Investment in research & development,
together with the continued support
of a committed workforce and a loyal
customer base has built Blanc de Bierges
into the first choice for many Architects, Hi-tech machinery with computer contolled mixing ensures consistent
Landscape Architects and Designer product day after day, year after year. But this is only part of the process.
specifiers. All our moulds are hand made by our team of engineers - dedicated to
Utilising the very latest technology, we producing the very best. In addition, every product is hand finished to
are constantly developing our product their exacting standards.
range to provide a broad selection of cast Our standard practice is to store all our moulds for 6 months minimum.
stone solutions to meet the demands of Product replacement can be produced to the same specification as the
the industry.
original with the minimum of fuss.
Reinforced elements
With the exception of paving slabs, most components exceeding 600mm
in length are normally reinforced. Please ask for verification prior to
ordering. Spiral stairways are classed as structural elements and so
incorporate purpose-made fully welded steel cages fabricated in our
engineering workshop.
Stainless steel reinforcements are also available by special order for all
products intended for permanently wet conditions/areas of high rainfall
and coastal areas.
Quality control
The material used in every Blanc de Bierges design exceeds the
compressive cube strength requirements of the UKCSA and complies
with all relevant UK and European standards including: BS1217:2008.
Manufacturing capabilities
Standard products can be modified during manufacture in order to
eliminate costly cutting operations on site. We also offer a service for
the manufacture of special products to clients’ individual designs. Single
products up to 2000kg in weight and 3m in length can be produced in
our factory. We are happy to discuss your requirements.
With over 750,000 pieces produced
each year, Blanc de Bierges is big Production lead times
enough to cope with even the most Due to the scope of our many ranges and the handcrafting of separate
ambitious schemes. components, all products are made to order. Deliveries of standard
elements are normally made within 4 - 6 weeks with bespoke items
For more information, see our
sometimes taking slightly longer.
website or call us on
+44 (0)1858 410 048.
www.blancdebierges.com
15. Technical specification 15
Blanc de Bierges products are available in 2 distinctive colours and finishes. Portland or Buff variants
are available in Fine or Striated finishes (See back cover). Whilst we endeavour to show colour accurate images throughout
this brochure, they are limited by the printing process. Please request a sample for accurate colour matching.
Setts
The range
n 10 standard sizes n 13 fill-in pieces n 4 thicknesses
When specifying, it is important to remember that the dimensions quoted for setts
are nominal because they can be laid with or without jointing. Choose between
tapered or straight edged setts to suit your application:
u Without joints, they can be laid on their own on a 140 mm module
u With joints, they coordinate with all the products in the range on a
150mm module.
In addition to the two module sizes, there are two series of Blanc de Bierges setts,
each with its own dedicated fill-in pieces and bondstones.
Tapered setts
Tapered setts are a traditional form. They are one of the most flexible modules In
the range. They can accommodate any curve or contour, Indeed they are the purest 140
40 140
expression of the craft, allowing paviors to give full rein to their ability. On the other 140 70
1 50 4
hand, tapered setts cannot be laid semi-industrially.
140
Sizes 40 140 140 70
140 7070
140 1 140 50 20 4 5
80
The nominal dimensions of tapered setts are: 40 2 140
140
1 70
50 70 4
1) 140 x 140 x 40mm 4) 70 x 140 x 40mm 140 70 70
6
70
140 40
80 2 210 20 5
2) 140 x 140 x 80mm 5) 70 x 70 x 20mm 140 70
140 70
14070 5 70
80 80 2 20 70 70
3) 210 x 140 x 80mm 6) 70 x 70 x 40mm 3 6 7
40 70
70
7) 70 x 70 x 70mm 210 6
70
140 4070
Dimensions approximate - joint not included. 80 210 3 7
70
140 7070
80 70
3 7
Straight edged setts 140 70 210
140 140
70 1 70
Straight-edged setts are Ideal for rectilinear arrangements They can be laid semi- 2
Industrially If the laying bed is compacted and perfectly horizontal, apart from a 140 210
drainage slope. Fill-in pieces can be used to vary the pattern. 70
140 140
140 1 70 210 2
Sizes 70
140 140
0.5pt line weight
1 70 2
The nominal dimensions of the main straight-edged models are:
1
2
1) 140 x 140 x 70mm 2) 210 x 140 x 70mm 0.5pt line weight
0.5pt line weight
1
2 3
1 5
Fill in pieces Straight edge Sett nominal dimensions are: 2
0 0
1) 210 x 140 x 70mm 45 LH 4) 210 x 140 x 70mm 30 RH 3
5 4
2) 210 x 140 x 70mm 45 RH
0
5) 280 x 140 x 70mm 45 LH.
0
6 3
5
0 0 4
3) 210 x 140 x 70mm 30 LH 6) 280 x 140 x 70mm 45 RH 7
6 4
0
7) 140 x 140 x 70mm 45
6
7
7
16. 16 Technical specification
Slabs
The range 600
n Within the Blanc de Bierges range, there are over 2,000 different formats of slab
available based on square, rectangular, round and hexagonal shapes.
Slabs are 50mm or 70mm thick. Slabs bigger than 600mm are reinforced
400
The craftsmanship of the slabs is perceptible in the surface grain and the slightly
irregular shapes; this is what gives them the design flexibility for which Blanc de
400 600
Bierges is famous. The slabs are particularly suitable for terraces, paths, swimming
pool areas and Japanese walkways. The modularity enables them to be laid in a
variety of patterns. Slabs for roof gardens are laid either on studs or on a Lite-Ag 200
bed which gives excellent stability.
400
Sizes - The modular dimensions of some of our most popular slabs are: 200
300
Slabs - 50mm thick Slabs - 70mm thick
200
100 x 100 x 50mm 100 x 100 x 70mm 200 100
200 x 200 x 50mm 200 x 200 x 70mm 100
200 x 300 x 50mm 200 x 300 x 70mm 300
200 x 400 x 50mm 200 x 400 x 70mm
200 x 600 x 50mm 300 x 300 x 70mm 400
300 x 300 x 50mm 300 x 400 x 70mm
300 x 400 x 50mm 400 x 400 x 70mm
300 x 600 x 50mm 400 x 450 x 70mm
600
400 x 400 x 50mm 400 x 600 x 70mm
450 x 450 x 50mm 600 x 600 x 70mm
400 x 600 x 50mm
600 x 600 x 50mm
A full range of DDA approved Corduroy and Tactile slabs are also available as standard.
Steps 150 5
50
The range 300
600
n We can supply more than 80 varieties of step with Riser
4 riser heights (100,150,180 and 200mm) 50
Tread
3
Sizes are shown as Tread x Width x Riser x Thickness (50mm) Width 150 50
1
50
The hand-finished surface is attractive and also provides an effective grip which is 400
300
particularly important in wet weather. The steps can be laid horizontally, vertically
600
or on edge. to form stairs, low walls, kerbs or cills.
When designing an installation of steps, either the straight or the rounded edge
can be left visible.
4
All the Blanc de Bierges components greater than 600mm in length are reinforced 150 2
50
and are made by an enhanced process. They are not recommended to be used 50
450 300
in combination with standard steps less than 600mm in length. They are usually
made to order according to particular specifications. Special small steps with 600
straight or tapered edges can be used in combination with standard steps or
slabs. This is particularly useful when forming curved steps, feature surrounds etc. 150
7
50
200
Sizes - The modular dimensions of some of our most popular steps are:
200
6
1) 400 x 600 x 150 x 50mm 5) 300 x 600 x 150 x 50mm
450 50
2) 450 x 600 x 150 x 50mm 6) 450 x 600 x 200 x 50mm
3) 400 x 300 x 150 x 50mm 7) 150 x 150 x 200 x 50mm 600
4) 450 x 300 x 150 x 50mm
17. Technical specification 17
600
Pool surrounds 400
2
600
3
The range 400
600
n The tiles work perfectly with other Blanc de Bierges products and equally well 1
400 50
with wood or any other natural material, including grass. The tiles are laid so that
4 400
they project a little way over the water and slope down away from the pool. This
400 50
prevents water splashing out of the pool over the edge. It also prevents rainwater
300 540
from running in. Any water that does get onto the surround runs off via gutters Into
7
the drainage system. 380
50
Blanc de Bierges surround tiles have an excellent non-slip surface yet are perfectly 400
5
comfortable to walk on in bare feet. The edge that faces the pool is usually rounded 400 50
490
so that swimmers can get a good grip, but other shapes are available. 310
The maximum width is 600mm and the normal thickness is 50mm. The most popular 440
widths are 300mm and 400mm. There are tiles with curved edges for diameters from
6 50
2000mm to 12m for round pools. There are also inside or outside corner pieces with
400 610
a curved radius for rectangular pools.
8
50
Sizes -The modular dimensions of our most popular surround tiles are: 400
570
1) Surround tiles for rectangular pools
400 x 600 x 50mm 4) Surround tiles -Circular pools,
A A C C
diameter 3m - 2m
2) Inside corners -
Outside dimensions 600 x 600 x 50mm 5) Surround tiles -Circular pools, A A A A
Inside dimensions 200 x 200 x 50mm diameter 4m - 3m C A A B
3) Outside corners - 6) Surround tiles -Circular pools,
A A A A
Outside dimensions 400 x 400 x 50mm diameter 6m - 4m
Inside dimensions 400 x 400 x 50mm B B
7) Surround tiles -Circular pools,
diameter 9m - 6m
A A
8) Surround tiles -Circular pools, Edges are specified using the
diameter 12m - 9m codings shown above.
L, Saddlebak and U Modules
The range 50
50
n Blanc de Bierges L, Saddlebak and U Modules come in more than 20 different 400
dimensions. 1
400
600 5
They can be used to construct flower tubs, retaining walls, benches, tiers, steps, 600 400
400
balustrades, fountains, table supports and so on. They can be combined with
other components in the system to make designs that are both attractive and 600 600
economical. The L shaped modules are normally hand-finished only on the outer 2
6
surface but they can be treated on the inside as well. They are usually made without 600 400
400
reinforcement, it can be added, but because of their thickness, it has to be in the 600
centre of the material and does not increase the strength by any significant amount.
200 50
50
It is important to get professional advice on drainage, particularly when using the 7
modules to make retaining walls, tiers or flower tubs. When they are used to make 400 600
retaining walls, the height of the earth banked behind the wall should not exceed 400
3
the height of the wall Itself. Heavy soils should be replaced with lighter garden soil. 600
200 8
Planting should be carried out as quickly as possible to prevent the earth from 400
600
compacting. 50
400
600
Sizes - Modular dimensions of the most popular U- and L modules are: 4 9
500
600
1) L’3 : 600 x 400 x 600 x 50mm 5) L’1 : 400 x 400 x 400 x 50mm 400
2) L 3 : 600 x 600 x 600 x 50mm 6) L 1 : 400 x 600 x 400 x 50mm 600
400
3) L’2 : 600 x 400 x 400 x 50mm 7) U 1 : 200 x 600 x 400 x 50mm
4) L 2 : 600 x 600 x 400 x 50mm 8) U 2 : 200 x 400 x 600 x 50mm
9) S : 400 x 600 x 500mm
18. 18 Technical specification
Copings & Kerbs
The range
n There are more than 3000 different accessories smaller than 600mm in the Blanc 210
1
de Bierges range. They come in three different thicknesses: 50, 80 and 100mm.
80 140
These include Copings and Kerbs included in this guide.
210
Both Copings & Kerbs are made with either straight, rounded or chamfered edges. 2
Copings can also be made with drip edges if they are to be used as wall copings. 600
80
43 variations are available for any given item.
200
Specification 3
600
To enable you to specify your requirements, we use the following method: 80
The accessory is viewed end-on and an imaginary cross-section taken parallel to 300
that end. A letter code is used to specify each edge in turn, starting at the bottom 4
left-hand corner of the cross-section and proceeding clockwise, as follows: 600
80
A square edge B Bullnose edge C chamfered edge
200
5
Where edges also have rainwater drip grooves on the underside (drip edges) the
code DE is added. 50
200
For example: 6
kerb with one rounded edge: (asymmetric cross-section) code ABAA 50
600
300
kerb with one chamfered edge: (asymmetric cross-section) code ACAA 7
(These kerbs must be laid on the AA side)
600
50
wall coping with two rounded edges: (symmetrical cross-section) code ABBA
300
wall coping with two chamfers and two drip edges: 8
(symmetrical cross-section) code ACCA2DE 600
110
Edges can also be dressed on three or four sides to make a pillar coping, for
example, the edges of square accessories can be dressed on two adjacent sides.
Special tapered kerbs are also available; these are particularly useful for the edges
of lawns since there is no risk of them damaging mower blades
Kerbs - Modular dimensions of some popular sizes 1
50
200
(dimensions are modular, EXCEPT the 14 mm and 210mm dimensions, which are 400
nominal).
2
1) 210 x 140 x 80mm (tapered) 5) 200 x 400 x 50mm (straight) 50
300
2) 210 x 600 x 80mm (tapered) 6) 200 x 600 x 50mm (straight) 600
3) 200 x 600 x 80mm (straight) 7) 300 x 600 x 50mm (straight)
4) 300 x 600 x 80mm (straight) 8) 300 x 600 x 100mm (straight) 3
50
400
600
Wall Copings - Modular dimensions of some popular sizes
1) 200 x 400 x 50mm AAAA-2DE 4) 200 x 600 x 80mm AAAA-2DE 4
80
2) 300 x 600 x 50mm AAAA-2DE 5) 300 x 600 x 80mm AAAA-2DE 200
600
3) 400 x 600 x 80mm AAAA-2DE 6) 400 x 600 x 80mm AAAA-2DE
5
80
300
600
6
80
400
600
19. Technical specification 19
Spiral staircases
The range
Model 16
n The Blanc de Bierges spiral staircase is simple and elegant. Its originality is due
Elements for Left
to the craftsmanship inherent in the manufacturing technique. hand staircase
Radius 1200mm
The riser and locating ring are an Integral part of the step so the completed staircase
16 Steps 16
forms a coherent, stable and harmonious whole. The solid riser is an important overall height 15
safety factor and it is psychologically reassuring. The non-slip finish characteristic 2800 < 2960mm 14
of Blanc de Bierges components is crucial in this type of structure. 13
12
All the components are reinforced. 11
10
The simple functional design works well with any architectural style, modern or 9
8
traditional, in historic and listed buildings. 7
6
All dimensions quoted are modular and include a 10mm joint. 5
4
Specification 3
2
The different components of a spiral staircase with a 1200mm radius are shown in 1
the diagram below:
5 4
3
1) Tread 2) Riser 3) Landing 4) 900 Landing 5) Open Ring 6) Closed Ring 6
2
There are 48 different versions which will meet any site or design requirement. 7
1
u Two spiral directions: 8
16
left-hand (column on the left going up) right-hand (column on the right going up). 9
15
u Two different treads: 10
14
11
model 18 has 18 steps over 3510: the Ideal tread (shown opposite). 12 13
model 16 has 16 steps per complete turn. The tread is larger and therefore more
suitable for staircases with a very small radius (shown opposite top) Model 18
u 13 different radii from 600mm to 1200mm in increments of 50mm for each Elements for Left
hand staircase
spiral direction of model 16.
Radius 1200mm
18
u 11 different radii from 700 to 1200mm in increments of 50mm for each 18 Steps
17
overall height
spiral direction of model 18. 16
2800 < 2960mm
15
Landings with any sector angle up to 1800, for both models and all radii. 14
13
u Landings and top steps made to order, according to your specifications. 12
11
10
9
8
180mm Closed ring 7
6
5
4
180mm Open ring 3
2
1
1200mm radius
6 5 4
Landing 900 3
7
8 2
9 1
480mm
50mm Top step 10
18
11
180mm Tread & Riser 17
12
16
13
130mm Riser 14 15
430mm
20. Blanc de Bierges Product Range
Saddlebaks
Steps
Retaining Walls
Spiral Stairways
Bespoke
Setts & Slabs
Copings
Pool Tiles
Gullies & Kerbs
Architectural Masonry
Architectural Cladding
Street Furniture
TM
AmphiSystem
Tree Grilles
Available in 2 distinctive colours and
finishes. Please request samples for colour.
Portland Fine
Portland Striated
Buff Fine
Buff Striated
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