FLEXIBLE MODULES FOR TEMPORARY SEALING REDUCE ENERGY BILLS, PREVENT THEFT AND KEEP THE BUILDING DRY

SEAL USING ALTIFLEX MODULES

SEAL USING BATTENS AND PLASTIC

• Replacement of traditional batten frames and plastic seals

• Flexible modules that can be scaled up and down in size and adapted to all sizes of openings

• Effective protection against theft, as modules are break-proof

• Replaces security railings – you save this cost

• Risk of damp and fungal damage is minimised

• You save energy and heating

• Construction time is shortened

• Energy savings help CO2 calculations

• Drying time is significantly reduced, so you can begin heating up, drying out and any internal work sooner

• Provide a good working environment without any draughts

• No waste disposal – everything re-used

• Altiflex takes care of both assembly and dismantling

• Competitive prices

ALTIFLEX IN JUST 2 MINUTES

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ABOUT ALTIFLEXCONVENTIONAL SEALINGThe building industry traditionally uses battenframes with plastic for sealing off buildings.

The problem with plastic is that it lets in damp and mould, does not retain heat and can easily be broken into with a basic stanley knife. The plastic breaks easily in strong winds and thenneeds ongoing repair.

In the long-term plastic seals quickly become an expensive stop-gap solution.

MODERN SEALSIt pays to the job properly – the first time. Altiflex modules consist of a strong metal frame, which is flexible and telescopic and thereby suit-able for many different openings. The modules can be extended up to 25 cm and are assembled using screws, nails or bolts.

In addition to the numerous benefits listed in thisbrochure, calculations also show that using Alti-flex for sealing rather than plastic seals can saveyou up to 30% on your heating bill during the cold winter months.

DANISH INVENTIONThe Altiflex module was invented in Denmark in 2004 based on a requirement for better tempo-rary sealing. Today Altiflex has a world patentand the company is enjoying strong growth bothin Denmark and abroad.

The system is unique, yet ingeniously simple.The typical reaction from architects, engineers,developers and builders is always “Why on earthdidn’t we think of that? It’s exactly what we havebeen looking for.”

BUY OR RENTThe Altiflex modules are available to rent at com-petitive prices. When renting, it is usually Altiflexthat carries out both the assembly and the dismantling, which is planned together with the local building contractors.

Rental companies, scaffolding companies, developers etc. are also able to buy the Altiflex modules for their own use. Contact us for more information about these options.

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The modules are

scaleable in size and fit everywhere

ABOUT THE MODULES

ADJUSTABLE MODULESThe Altiflex system consists of window and door modules of varying sizes, which seal the building effectively – regardless of whether for door ope-nings, window openings or entire walls.

The modules come in all sorts of formats from 50 cm up to 325 cm. The modules can be connected together in countless ways and can seal off ope-nings measuring right up to 1000 m2. All modules are available with or without the option to open them, which can be useful for hoisting materials inside for example, or for airing.

The models can be adjusted to size and all can be scaled by 25 cm for both height and width. This means that the modules can be sealed tight, thereby sealing the building 99.9 % against wind and the elements. The flexible system is unique in the world and is patented in a large number of countries.

WEATHER AND THEFT-RESISTANTNot only are the modules wind and waterproof, they are also energy-saving, protect against theft and make security railings superfluous.The benefits of using Altiflex instead of traditio-nal plastic screens are numerous.

SHOCK-PROOF AND INSULATINGThe modules consist of a window and a flexible frame. The frames are made of powder-coated aluminium. The actual window part consists of a 10 mm sound and heat insulating and shock-proof plate of break-proof polycarbonate in 4 layers. The 10 mm channel plate has a low U-value of 2.8, which in insulation terms corres-ponds to certain double-glazed windows.

LOW WEIGHT AND HIGH STRENGTHAluminium is a metal that has many positive properties: low weight, rigidity, strength and mouldability. By using aluminium instead of stainless steel, a lighter total weight is achieved, making the modules easier to handle.

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MODULES CAN BE SCALED UP TO 25 CM. UP AND DOWN IN SIZE

You complete your jobs quickerDrying time is reduced, which means internal work can start sooner

Provides a comfortable working environmentNo more draughts and cold, and light passes easily through. Risk of damp and fungus is minimal with Altiflex

BENEFITSReplaces security railingsThe cost of security railings is saved as Altiflex modules provide sufficient security.

Hels prevent theft The modules are shock-proof, break-proof and thereby form a robust break-in inhibitor.

Significant savings on heating billThe modules seal once and for all, resulting in major savings in overall expenditure. They require no maintenance, and costs of oil and electricity can be reduced by up to 40%.

Easy to lead cables throughWiring can be implemented everywhere without the seal being affected. Ventilation through windows and doors is also possible.

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Provides a high level of securityPeople and materials are safe and secure as the solid modules close completely – also below.

Helps CO2 figuresHeat and electricity consumption is reduced. This benefits the environment and the increased use of energy contributes positively to your climate strategy.

BENEFITSDamp and fungus avoidedModules seal the building 99.9%, which helps minimise the risk of damp and fungus. Water and damp is kept outside, the brickwork is spared and the building is kept dry, avoiding any damage.

Sends a professional message Plastic seals break easily and are left flapping in the wind. With Altiflex, however, the building looks presentable even in the early stages of the building phase.

No disposal requiredAltifllex modules can be used again and again from building site to building site. No superfluous materials and nothing to throw away. Dismantling is therefore easy and also benefits the environment.

Competitive pricesIn most cases Altiflex is cheaper than sealing with plastic and battens. Apart from being competitively priced, there are also numerous savings to be made such as within energy consumption, anti-theft protection and security railings.

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The Altiflex modules can be connected together in more than 100 combinations.

They can seal all imaginable openings and there are almost no limits to how they can be used.

We can, for example, seal a house on all vertical surfaces or create walls of up to several thousand m2. Altiflex can currently be used in up to 15 different ways with new options available on an ongoing basis.

APPLICATION POSSIBILITIES

TEMPORARY SEALING OF DOORS AND WINDOWSThe most common use of Altiflex modules. Altiflex is used for both new developments and also in property renovaton.

Modules can be connected to seal all sizes of window and door openings. Modules are available both as fixed and hinged for opening thus providing maximum flexibility. The system is easy to assemble and dismantle.

The modules are attached with frame screws (for concrete) or thread cutting screws (for wooden constructions). When sealing larger openings the modules are attached to vertical posts.

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OTHER APPLICATION POSSIBILITIES

SECURITY RAILINGSAltiflex is a simple and effective system for security railings. The security railing is a click-on system that is quick and easy to assemble and dismantle.

The modules can be assembled so thatthey work both as security ralings and temporary seals at the same time. This means you only need one working procedure, which can almost halve your costs.

The modules provide optimum workingconditions on the building site and mini-mise the risk of falls.

TEMPORARY WALLSAltiflex modules can be connected toget-her to create one or several large walls.

We can create walls up to several thou-sand m2, which can be used for e.g. sea-ling large facades.

The modules can also be used for sealing balconies and lift shafts.

PARTITION WALLSAltiflex modules used as partition walls are effective at keeping dust out.

The additional benefit is that Altiflex also significantly minimises noise. This is useful, for example, in a shopping centre, where construction can take place on one side of the partition wall without disturbing shoppers on the other side.

Altiflex is very competitive when it comes to delivering and assembling partition and dust walls.

DUST WALLSAltiflex modules are effective at keeping dust out and minimising noise signifi-cantly.

The modules can be used with advantage to minimise disturbance from e.g. recon-struction, so that efiiciency is maintained in residences or work places where many people fare during the day.

Moving the walls is simple and the total costs are significantly lower than for other known solutions.

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OTHER APPLICATION POSSIBILITIES

STORAGE ROOM FOR BUILDING MATERIALSIt is easy to use Altiflex modules to create a storage room for materials. A room is quite simply made with a door and wheels if required.

The room saves employees time, in that materials can easily be locked away instead of always being trans-ported away.

With windows that can be opened and doors with locks, such as on a container, you gain a secure area to store materials and work tools in.

SCAFFOLDING COVERAltiflex modules are used instead of plastic for all types of construction.

The modules are easy to asasemble and can be connected together with all scaffolding.

Benefits include improved anti-theft and the option for heating. Any residents also avoid the „noisy” plastic covers.

GATESThe modules can easily be attached to gates of all sizes. It makes it easy to get into the buildings with cranes and vehicles.

It is possible to lock the gates.

BUILDING SITE FENCEIt is easy to put together Altiflex modu-les to create a solid fence around the building site.

The modules can be connected toget-her in the desired height and length. They are slightly transparent, so you can still see any activity through the fence, yet views are obscured from the outside in.

We recommend integrating opening modules such as doors to provide secure entrances, which can be locked to prevent uninvited guests.

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Altiflex has already been used on numerous buil-ding sites during our still relatively short lifespan. We have experience of almost every project so do not hesitate to contact us about your type of construction.

We can also refer you to one of our business part-ners or take you out to one of our building sites so that you can see how Altiflex is used. We work with the following companies amongst others:

REFERENCES

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Only a few years behind us but

hundreds of building projects to be proud of

Having used the Altiflex system to seal openings on 2 develop-ments now, I can only confirm that the system works really

well. There is practically no maintenance involved compared with traditional solutions and the service with regards the assembly and dismantling is efficient. I can highly recommend the system.

- Bo Poulsen, Sjælsø Gruppen

Thanks for a great and construc-tive collaboration. Huge praise for fast assembly and fast dismantle. The product has definitely justi-

fied itself in comparison to the old temporary seals using plastic and wooden frames, which are known to be a hassle.

- Thomas Szathmari, Sjælsø Danmark A/S

Thanks for a great and construc-tive collaboration. Your producthas proven to be particularly well-suited for sealing off our

large window openings, areas of 27 of m², as well as being able to withstand wind speeds of 25m/sec. The product can be described as a good replacement for batten frames and plastic.

- Chris Ammitzfeldt, Hoffmann A/S

Altiflex has provided us with a quick temporarily-sealed shell with good levels of security against theft and vandalism and

undesired occupancy out of hours. The price was good, as it is more expensive to build, assemble and dispose of one-off frames of wood and plastic. Altiflex modules do not suffer damage in the same way that wood and plastic frames do.

- Anne Kruse Damsgaard, NCC

I worked out how much we actually spend on temporary seals for battens, plastic and security railings.

Including materials, assembly, dismantling, ongoing repairs, security railings, waste dis-posal and energy on drying out, Altiflex was clearly the sensible option in comparison.

We decided to try the system, the assembly was painless and to the agreed time and the system has now been up for 6 months.We have taken advantage of all the benefits: a drier building, a better site with less draughts – and even storms don’t affect us. The security seal is excellent. There has been no ongoing damage that needed repair. The building is more secure and there has been no

vandalism, break-ins or theft. I believe that because of the benefits of using Altiflex, we will save money and 10% of the overall con-struction time.

We will certainly carry on using Altiflex for new developments, but I also think the system can be used to advantage for renovations as well. So thanks for a good teamwork.

- Dennis EvensenFB Projektudvikling A/S

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We will have saved 10% of construction time,

we have had a drier building and

even storms don’t affect us

Tower Havneholmen is an area of approx. 18.000 m2 distributed over 11 office floors and 8.000 m2 of parking on 3 floors.

Thomas Jensen has been involved in Skanska Øresund’s DKK 360 million turnkey contract right from the project planning phase and is responsible for the total costs of the project as well as all the previous calculations.

FINANCIAL“Altiflex was used to seal windows and doors.It was for business reasons pure and simple that we chose Altiflex. I figured it would be worth it and it was basically a case of saving the pennies”, explains Thomas. “If one solution costs DKK 7 and another costs DKK 10, then People will always pick the one for DKK 7, but you need to remember to include all factors in your calculations. Altiflex does not cost anything to rent, but with traditional plastic seals you still have to pay for wood, plastic, labour and maintenance. Once Altiflex is fitted,it stays. The traditional solution simply didn’t pay. In the comparative calculation Altiflex came out the cheapest. In addition there was also the energy-

CASE STORY

saving factor, because we had to heat megetop to cast the concrete.”

PRODUCTION LINE SPEEDThe door modules were a permanent fixture throughout the entire construction phase, while the windows were sealed two floors at a time.”There were 11 identical floors, so we just moved the modules up 2 floors every time we finished a stage„ explains Thomas Jensen. Altiflex frames had already been installed from the floors below, so it was easy to move them from floor to floor. That the product could be re-used 100% in this way really saved us a lot of time. The teamwork has been great, it was the concrete foreman who had the contact and as each floor took 8 days, we were able to work in a set rhythm throughout.”

PROFESSIONAL IMAGE“Altiflex components are nice and make the buil-ding look attractive from the outside while under construction. The building quite simply looks more solid and complete early on in the building phase.”It looked more professional when the compo-nents were in place, much better than wooden frames and plastic, which gets holes in it and sends out the wrong message”. Altiflex modules are more robust and provide a professional image”. CO2 QUOTASIn most buildings there is a lot of focus on energy consumption, especially during construction. Tower Havneholmen is Green Building certified and is also in the process of gaining a LEED certi-fication. Thomas Jensen anticipates an increasing demand for certification in the future.

THOMAS JENSENPROJEKT MANAGER, PIHL & SØN

TOWER HAVNEHOLMEN

ALTIFLEX TOOK CARE OF EVERYTHINGTemporary sealing during the Tower Havneholmen project was entirely problem-free. Altiflex took care of everything, delivery, assembly and dis-mantling. „We were saved all the hassle, because Altiflex took care of everything. All we said was „Lasse, seal that house”, says Thomas with a smile.

“It was for business reasons pure and simple that we chose Altiflex”

Thomas Jensen, Project Manager from Pihl & Søn was responsible for the building of Tower Havneholmenat Kalvebod Brygge in Copenhagen. We spoke to him about his experience of using Altiflex.

“...give out a professional image”

With the rapidly increasing demand for buil-dings to reduce their energy consumption, it is natural for this area to become a major focus during the construction phase.

Energy costs typically comprise 1-2 % of the sum of construction for normal buildings, when neither the building or building site is designed with energy in mind. This corresponds typicallyto 3-4 years of heating of the completed buil-ding. For low-energy buildings this period is even longer.

Consumption could be halved if buildings and building sites were designed appropriately. By using Altiflex this becomes achievable, as the system provides a significant reduction in the form of lower energy consumption. Sealing the building plays an essential role so that damp is avoided during the building pro-cess and so that drying out can be done with-out unnecessary energy waste.

ENERGY CONSUMPTIONIS EASY TO REDUCEThere are many ways to reduce consumption on building sites, and it is an obvious thing to do because these costs are utterly unneces-sary and such consumption leads to large CO2 savings.

ENVIRONMENT AND RESPONSIBILITY

GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENTThere is a big difference between the loss of heat using various sealing methods. Below is the U-value indicating heat loss. The lower the value, the smaller the heat loss.

Fixed windows 1.4Temporary windows and doors 2.8Plastic seals 5.8

Not only do the heating and electricity savingsthrough using Altiflex benefit your wallet, the lower energy consumption also helps the envi-ronment.

MODULES ARE RE-USEDAltiflex modules are re-used from building site to building site and have an extremely long life-span. When the modules are finally disposed of after many years of use, the aluminium is recycled for other purposes.

ALUMINIUM WITH BENEFITSAltiflex modules are made of lightweight alu-minium. By using aluminium rather than steel a lower overall weight is achieved, which not only makes the modules easier to handle, but also means they require less fuel to be transported – with positive repercussions for the environ-ment.

GOOD PRODUCTION CONDITIONSAltiflex wants to contribute to sustainable development, both socially, financially and environmentally.

It is very important to us that we work with proper working conditions and that children are treated fairly.

Altiflex is manufactured under organised wor-king conditions in China. Our permanent and loyal manufacturer has committed to sign the 10 principles in the FN’s Global Compact and is obliged to ensure that Altiflex modules are manufactured in conditions that support 10 principles for conditions such as: human rights, employee rights, environment and corruption.

For further information about Global Compact, visit: www.unglobalcompact.org

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Environmental,

responsibilityfinancial and social

SAVINGSCALCULATE FOR YOURSELF HOW BIG YOUR SAVINGS WILL BE

Savings on energy consumptionFor electricityFor oil

Faster drying timeFaster building timeSaved daily finesFaster occupancy

Anti-theft securitySaving on contract insuranceMore effective working day where e.g. work tools can be left behind safely

Improved working environmentDraughts eliminated, saves on sick days

Environmentally friendlyValue in environment calculations

Savings in terms of plastic maintenanceSaved work hoursSaved material costs

Optimisation of building processDamp and fungus avoidedFixed windows can be fitted later, avoiding potential damageOption to implement wiring and ventilation

Savings on security railingsCosts of security railings saved

Total savings by using Altiflex

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(Up to EUR 53 per m2 winter construction)(Up to EUR 27 per m2 winter construction) SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS OVER TIME

By using Altiflex instead of traditional plastic seals, savings per m2 increase over time. Significant savings are made particularly during colder months.

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53/M2

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Electricity savings Oil savings

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SAVINGS IN EURO

Source: Lars Lindgaard, Engineering Consultantll@lars-lindgaard.dk, Ph. +45 60691009.

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