Lignacite Ltd

Merry Christmas, everyone! 🎅🎄🤶

At 5pm today we’re closing our doors for the Christmas break. We will be back in action on the 2nd of January.

In the meantime, we’d like to say a big thank you to our fantastic customers and colleagues for another block-buster year!

We send you the warmest of festive wishes and look forward to seeing you in 2024. 😊

We have some real stars in our Quotes team! 🤩

It was lovely to get this feedback from our client Stephen Fiorini, who gave high praise to our wonderful team – with a special mention for Sarah Ewen!

Thank you Stephen for this fab review. 💚

“My experience of the Quotes Department is a five-star one. Sarah is kind and always cheerful. The quotes are turned around very swiftly indeed. Thank you. I am very grateful.”

If you need a quote or have any other questions for us, you can contact our top-notch team on 01842 778485. ☎️

❄️ Do you snow what time it is? ❄️

It’s time for us to start getting ready for our festive break! 🎉

We will be closing for Christmas at 5pm on the 22nd of December, so last orders need to be in by 1pm on the 22nd of December.

If we have orders submitted after this time, we cannot guarantee order confirmation.

Our doors will then remain closed until the 2nd of January, when we will kick back into action at 8.30am.

In the meantime, we wish yule all a Merry Christmas! 🎄

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Give us 10 seconds… ⏰

And we’ll make you a block!

Our new super-duper factory has market-leading machinery and processes, which means we can make a new block in just 9.5 seconds 🤯🤯🤯.

But we’re not sacrificing quality for speed.

In fact, our new shelves actually move more slowly through the production process. This stops the blocks from being shaken and reduces the risk of damage. This means our products really are a block above the rest!

If you’d like to find out how our new factory can produce the blocks you need for your next project, get in touch on ☎️ 01842 778485.

Our Nazeing team contains some real stars! 🌟

This was recently recognised by our client Aidan Richardson, who left this top-notch feedback for our fabulous team:

“An excellent team at Nazeing Lignacite. Very helpful whenever we have any questions, enquiries or help!”

Thank you, Aidan, and a big well done to our Nazeing superstars! 🤩

Fancy working with us? You can get in touch with our Quotes team by calling ☎️01842 778485 today.

When it comes to design, this building is riding sky-high in the style stakes 🤩.

Topping out at an already impressive 202m, Heron Tower then added a little extra with a communications mast, bringing its total height to an imposing 230m. As a result, it became the tallest tower in City of London upon its completion in 2011 🤯.

Inside, visitors are greeted by Britain’s largest private aquarium 🐠, before zooming up into the tower’s 40,836 square metres of office space. Each area is divided into its own mini ‘village’, complete with three-storey atriums that allow in swathes of natural light 🌞.

And at the top? A skyline restaurant with mouthwatering views of the City.

But this tower isn’t just a looker. It has also earned an ‘Excellent’ BREEAM rating for its eco-conscious design. This includes solar panels, great use of natural light and air handling plant rooms to recover heat. An adiabatic cooling system further reduces energy consumption ⚡.

We were delighted to be a part of this fantastic project, providing our dense Lignacrete blocks and our signature medium-dense Lignacite Paint Grade products for the development.

Liked this? Then you will 💚love💚 our interactive Projects Map. Head on over to our website now to take a look: https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

Hands up if you know what BREEAM stands for! 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏽

That’s right, it’s a pithy way of saying Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (rolls off the tongue, doesn’t it?! 🤪).

BREEAM has 10 categories that can be used to evaluate the sustainability of all kinds of building, with an Excellent rating going to the very best 🏆.

Want to know more? We’ve just published a new article on our website all about BREEAM. Go and take a look! 👇

https://lignacite.co.uk/what-is-breeam-and-why-does-it-matter/

What Is BREEAM And Why Does It Matter? | Lignacite Many buildings now proudly proclaim a BREEAM certificate. In this article we explain what it is and why it’s important.

❄️ Do you snow what time it is? ❄️

It’s time for us to start getting ready for our festive break! 🎉

We will be closing for Christmas at 5pm on the 22nd of December, so last orders need to be in by 1pm on the 22nd of December.

If we have orders submitted after this time, we cannot guarantee order confirmation.

Our doors will then remain closed until the 2nd of January when we will kick back into action at 8.30am.

In the meantime, we wish yule all a Merry Christmas! 🎄

Did you know that concrete blocks can end up as centenarians? 🤯

When it comes to staying power 💪, concrete blocks absolutely stand the test of time and can boast life spans of up to 💯 years (or more!) when kept in the right conditions.

To find out more about how concrete blocks are built to last, and what influences their longevity, have a read of our new article: https://lignacite.co.uk/how-long-do-concrete-blocks-last/

How Long Do Concrete Blocks Last? The Lifespan And Durability Of CMUs | Lignacite Discover more about the lifespan and durability of CMUs with this comprehensive overview. Find out what influences the longevity of concrete blocks and how to maximise their lifespan for maximum efficiency.

Top marks for our Nazeing team! 💯

We were filled with pride when this review from Martin Driver came in. Our Nazeing crew do an amazing job, so it is great to see their work recognised. 😍

Thank you Martin for this great feedback!

“Great support from the admin team. Always come back to me same day and it’s never too much effort to supply me with quotes of outstanding PODs for customers who have lost theirs. Great service.”

Want to get a quote for your next project? Get in touch with the superstars in our Quotes team by calling 01842 778485.

Pop quiz: How many blocks can our new factory make in a day? 🤔

A) 6,000 square metres
B) 2,000 square metres
C) 4,000 square metres

Did you say A?

Yep, that’s right 🤯. Our brand-new factory can create 6,000 square metres of blocks every single day, which is the equivalent surface area of 4.8 Olympic pools! 🏊

With two production lines capable of producing our full range of blocks, we can meet your orders quickly and efficiently 💪.

➕PLUS➕ our new, top-notch processes ensure that quality is maintained and possible damage kept to a minimum.

To find out how our factory can be put to use for your next project, get in touch with us on 01842 778485 today.

It’s story time…📖

After more than 100 years of providing world-leading heart and lung medical services, Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridgeshire was in need of a new home 🏡 that was as state of the art as its care.

Swift Brickwork Contractors Limited therefore called on us to help create a brand-new centre for the hospital.

We leapt into action and provided an injection of high-quality Lignacite Paint Grade and Lignacrete Midi blocks to the project. The former added excellent sound and fire insulation to the structure, while the latter added super strength 💪.

The development went well, and the new premises on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus were opened in 2019, enabling Royal Papworth to continue offering first-class healthcare.

The End!

If you’d like to read more construction tales, head on over to our Projects Map ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

Why should you pick us? 🤔

When it comes to selecting the materials for your next project, it can be tricky to narrow down your shortlist.

Here’s a few concrete (😅) reasons why you should choose our blocks…

🔥 They boast an A1 fire rating, which means they make zero contribution to fire.

❄️ Our blocks aren't just cool – they're warm too! With top-notch thermal insulation, your buildings will stay cosy during the frigid winter months.

🔇Excellent sound insulation means you can say goodbye to unwanted noise and hello to serene spaces.

💪 Our high-strength blocks are ready to carry the load, ensuring your project stands tall.

🏡 From dream homes to sky-scraping towers, our blocks fit in anywhere.

🌱 We’re on a mission to hit net zero by 2030, which means we’re already hard at work to make our products more sustainable.

Want to know more? Check out our latest article: https://lignacite.co.uk/the-advantages-of-using-lignacite-concrete-blocks/

The Advantages Of Using Lignacite Concrete Blocks | Lignacite Discover how Lignacite concrete blocks can bring advantages to your next building project.

We did it! 🤩

We’ve been shortlisted for yet another award! (Go us! 💪)

It was recently announced that we had made it onto the shortlist for the Carbon Reduction category at the CABE Built Environment Awards 2024.

This is another fantastic achievement that recognises the hard work our team has put into making our business greener 💚.

We won’t find out the results until the 9th of February, so please keep your fingers crossed for us until then! 🤞🤞🤞

The 2012 London Olympics led to plenty of iconic structures being built around the Capital. This included the ArcelorMittal Orbit, designed by Anish Kapoor.

With its looping red shape, this instantly recognisable construction stands as the UK’s tallest sculpture 🤯. Placed at the very entrance of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, it also houses the world’s longest tunnel slide 🛝 (who’s had a go?).

If that wasn’t enough facts for you, we’ll give you one more: it was also built using our Lignacrete (High Strength and Hollow) and Lignacite Paint Grade blocks!

Has this given you an appetite for more iconic developments? Take a look at our Projects Map to find more ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

We ACED it! 💪

This week, we’re popping the bubbly 🥂 to celebrate this top-notch feedback from Rachel Miller at Huws Gray in Sudbury.

Rachel had nothing but praise for Sarah and Alison, two of the magicians from our Sales and Quoting teams, for “always [being] on the ball ⛹️ and on hand to answer any questions”. (Note: they’re not actually magical, just very good at their jobs!✨)

If you’d like a little Lignacite magic, feel free to get in touch with us to chat about your needs. 👇

☎️ 01842 778485
📧 [email protected]

Level up your team for 2024! 🚀

Want to give the architecture graduates and apprentices at your practice a strong start to the new year? Book one of our RIBA-approved CPD sessions and you can do just that!

Hosted by our Specification Manager, Miles Hogg, these sessions give your team a solid foundation in:

⭐The properties and performance of concrete blocks
⭐How blocks can fit into sustainable design
⭐The versatility of block construction

And let’s not forget those valuable CPD points! 🤩

Sessions can be booked at a place that suits your business OR we can host your team at our Brandon base! If you come for a visit, your team will also get to nose around our new factory 🏭 and try their hand at building a block wall!

Don’t want your team to miss out? Book now to get 2024 off to the right start. 🗓️

To arrange a session, jump on the phone to Miles by calling 07801 926978 or drop him a line at [email protected].

Bring on the new year! 💪

Spotlight please! 🔦

This we’ve been looking back at the development of The Department Store Studios, a funky local workspace and platform for businesses in .

Featuring private studios, flexible workspaces, a screening room AND a bar 🍸, it’s a cool and inspiring place for forward-thinking enterprises 💡.

Backing it all behind the scenes are our blocks, which provide top-notch sound insulation to allow all of that creative genius to flow without distraction.

Find out more about the builds in our archive by visiting our Projects Map ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

Gold on, we have a new accreditation! 🥇🎊

We’re delighted to have once again struck gold by being awarded the highest level for the Suffolk Carbon Charter

The Charter celebrates the efforts of Suffolk-based businesses who are working towards a greener future and improved sustainability 🌿. To reach Gold Level, businesses must demonstrate best practice AND showcase a significant drop in carbon emissions.

To receive this accreditation for a second time is a huge achievement. Well done to all of our team – we did it!

You can find out more about our other accomplishments on our website: https://lignacite.co.uk/about/accreditations/

Keeping it green… 💚

At Lignacite, we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes to turn our production processes into a lean and green machine 🏭.

In one of our latest articles, we’ve taken a closer look at sustainable construction and manufacturing, and how we are playing a part in creating a more sustainable supply chain ⛓️.

Want to know more? Have a read of the article here: https://lignacite.co.uk/green-revolution-lignacite-sustainable-manufacturing-for-the-construction-industry/

The Green Revolution: Lignacite's Role In Sustainable Manufacturing For The Construction Industry | Lignacite How is Lignacite fine-tuning its manufacturing processes to support sustainable construction? We explore the importance of sustainable manufacturing to the construction industry and Lignacite's role in it.

Can concrete blocks ever be green 💚?

In our recent article, we dipped into this tricky subject to explain how our blocks can fit into sustainable building design 🌳. From our materials to our production processes, we demonstrate what we’re doing to make our products as green as possible, as well as meet our 2030 net zero deadline 🏁.

Take a look over on the website: https://lignacite.co.uk/building-a-sustainable-future-with-lignacite-concrete-blocks/

We’ve helped to give several existing buildings a new lease of life.

This includes Springfield University Hospital, which has been a key location for mental health services for more than 175 years.

When it needed a bit of TLC, Swift Brickwork Contractors Ltd brought us in as part of the recovery team, with our Lignacite Paint Grade and Lignacrete Standard products giving it a new bill of health.

The site is now not only home to world-class medical facilities but new homes, community shops and a 32-acre public park 🌳.

Has this project piqued your interest for more? Take a look at our past developments here ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

This has really put a smile on our faces! 😁

John Brooks, Sales Executive from EH Smith Builders Merchants in Bovingdon, was not only happy with the “absolute quality service” he received from us, but also the competitive price. Hats off to our Quoting team! 🎩

If you also appreciate great service and fair pricing, get in touch today ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/contact

📢 Architects! Do you want to get your hands on our new CPD session?

If you have new architecture graduates or apprentices 🎓 at your practice, we’ve created a RIBA-approved CPD session just for them.

At our Brandon site, Specification Sales Manager Miles Hogg will share his knowledge 🧠 of concrete blocks with an informative presentation on their properties, performance and versatility.

But he won’t just put your team in a classroom 👨‍🏫. They will also get a tour around our new factory 🏭 AND the opportunity to try their hands at building their very own block wall.

So, do you want to build your team’s understanding of blocks?

Get in touch with Miles today to arrange a time and date for your session. You can contact him by calling 07801 926978 or emailing [email protected].

We’re still on a high with this project…

Built using our signature Lignacite Paint Grade and Lignacrete (High Strength and Standard) blocks, the aptly named Stratosphere Tower was completed in 2017.

Soaring up a dizzying 36 storeys, Stratosphere now gives the residents of its 307 flats spectacular views over and the City of London 🏙️. A rooftop garden 🌷 and gym 🏋️ add a little extra lofty luxury.

Want to learn more about our projects in Canary Wharf and elsewhere? Give our interactive Projects Map a try ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

The big question… are concrete blocks sustainable? 💚🤔

They’re certainly long-lasting and strong 💪, but to demonstrate where they stand in the green stakes, we’ve taken a closer look at their thermal efficiency and carbon footprint 👣.

And, if you want a little glimpse into the future, we’ve taken a quick peek at some sustainable mixes that are currently under development in the industry!

Top up your knowledge now ➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/are-concrete-blocks-sustainable/

Are Concrete Blocks Sustainable? | Lignacite Concrete blocks are a popular and durable building material. But how sustainable are they? We look into the carbon footprint of cement, the thermal efficiency

What a night! 🤩

Last week, the brightest and best businesses in the Midlands and East region gathered together for the Make UK Awards.

After a nail-biting wait 😬, we were delighted to be named runners-up in the SME of the Year and Energy and Sustainability categories 🎉.

This is an amazing achievement, so we want to say a big thank you to all of our wonderful colleagues for their contribution to this success. 🙏

Here’s a toast to you all! 🥂

The luxury of Olympus! 🍇💎

Like Atlas holding up the sky in Greek mythology, Hoxton’s The Atlas appears to prop up the heavens with its attention-grabbing, tapered roof.

With a total of 39 floors, The Atlas’ 302 stylish apartments boast stunning city views, giving a new meaning to ‘up in the gods’.

In this case, Atlas’ strength comes not from its divinity but its high-quality structure. For this project, we provided our Standard and High Strength Lignacrete blocks, along with our medium-dense Lignacite Paint Grade blocks. 🏋️‍♂️🏔️

Want to see more titans that command the skyline? Head to our Projects Map to take a look➡️ https://lignacite.co.uk/projects/

Who’s the mastermind behind our brand-new CPD sessions? 🤔

If you sign up for our new RIBA-accredited course, you’ll be led through the content by our very own Specification Sales Manager, Miles Hogg 🤩.

Miles has been a part of our team for 22 years, using his incredible product and technical know-how to inspire architects and specifiers to use our amazing blocks. If that wasn’t enough, he’s also Business Development Manager for House Builders.

In other words, he knows his stuff! 😏

This means he’s the ideal person to:

✅ Reveal the properties and performance of concrete blocks
✅ Help your team earn vital CPD credits
✅ Showcase how blocks can fit into sustainable design
✅ Unveil the versatility of block construction

If you’d like your architecture graduates and apprentices to reap the rewards of Miles’ knowledge 🧠, you can get in touch with him to arrange a session by calling 07801 926978 or emailing [email protected].

Get in touch today!

This is it… 😬

Tonight we’ll find out if we’ve won SME of the Year and/or the Energy and Sustainability Awards (Midlands & East region) at the 2023 Make UK Awards 🏆.

We’re up against some tough competition, but we’ve had a fantastic year with successes including a new factory, energy efficiencies and a new website 👏.

To find out if we’ve come top of the blocks, we’ll soon be heading off to the awards dinner at the The National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham.

Stay tuned for the results!

This 5-star review has certainly put a pep in our step this ! 🐪

Laura Baker, Branch Manager at Travis Perkins, 💚loved💚 our fast turnaround times and the super-duper service she received from the our team. It was a pleasure to work with you, Laura!

If you want to put our superstar ⭐ service through its paces, get in touch today! ➡️https://lignacite.co.uk/contact

A five-star start to the month! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Laura Baker, Branch Manager at Travis Perkins in Halstead, 💚loved💚 our fast turnaround times and the super-duper service she received from our team. It was a pleasure to work with you, Laura!

If you want to put our superstar 🦸‍♀️ service through its paces, get in touch today! ➡️ lignacite.co.uk/contact

Do you know what time it is? 🕰️

That’s RIGHT! It’s time for another , in which you get the chance to guess which Lignacite-built football stadium ⚽ we’re talking about in the riddle.

This one’s short and sweet, but no less tricky…

Can you beat our riddle master and get it right? 🤔

Good luck…you’re going to need it! 😬

I'm where the Saints hold their land,
With 2,000 people in the stand 🏟️.
The Lilywhites share this place happily,
While their new home is yet to be.
For now, this ground is where both teams strive,
Can you guess the stadium in which they thrive?

Remember to put your answer in the comments!

🌟 Did you know Lignacite offers CPD training for graduate architects? 🌟

Delivered in person at your practice or at our Brandon headquarters by Specification Manager Miles Hogg, this in-depth RIBA-accredited CPD session will:

✅ Explore the properties and performance of concrete blocks

✅ Delve into how Lignacite uses blocks in sustainable and creative design 🏗️

✅ Uncover the true versatility of concrete blockwork 🛠️

By attending the session, you fresh recruits will not only build knowledge and expertise but also earn valuable CPD credits to enhance their professional development portfolios.

You can contact Miles by calling 07801 926978 or emailing [email protected].

Get your thinking caps on! 👩‍🎓🧑‍🎓