This Glossary contains information about the logos of organisations that Howden Joinery work with to ensure the quality and standards of their products.
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Local Howdens depots have been working with the staff and residents of Leonard Cheshire Disability (LCD) centres up and down the UK to help them design, supply and install truly inclusive kitchen and activity facilities. |
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The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international network designed to promote responsible manangment of the world's forests. |
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The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is a framework for the recognition of forest certification schemes meeting internationally recognised requirements for sustainable forest management. |
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Founded by the furniture industry for the furniture industry, FIRA is renowned globally for its expertise in
testing, research, consultancy, customer care, ergonomics, training/events and sustainability. FIRA continues to play a leading role in the development of UK and European Standards, and FIRA test certificates are accepted worldwide. |
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The FIRA Gold Award is the ultimate mark of product excellence within the furniture industry. This award provides a solid reassurance that a product meets all necessary standards. The award provides comprehensive testing and ongoing auditing programmes, for a complete range or item of furniture, thus ensuring that it has been manufactured to the highest possible standards. |
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The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) assesses water fittings products to ensure that they do not waste, misuse, unduly consume or contaminate the water supply, in order to show compliance with Regulation 4 of the requirements of the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999. |
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Since its foundation in 1901, BSI Group has grown into a leading global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to customers with standards-based solutions. |
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A light reflective value (LRV) describes the amount of light a surface reflects, defining the lightness or darkness of a colour on a scale of 0 to 99, with the higher the number the lighter the colour.
By measuring the difference between LRV’s, visual contrast between surfaces can be measured. Visual contrast enables people with impaired vision to gather information about an environment, increasing confidence and independence. In recognition of this building regulations and standards have been introduced.
BS8300:2001 recommends that the minimum contrast between surfaces should be at least 20 points, although 30 points is preferred.
Approved Document Part M (2004) suggests that the difference in LRV between adjacent surfaces should be at least 30 points for sufficient visual contrast to be achieved.
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Lamona branded products are exclusive to Howden Joinery. We offer a complete range of quality Lamona appliances, including integrated and freestanding cooking, laundry and refrigeration and sinks and taps.
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All manufacturing sites and logistics operations hold BS OHSAS18001:2007 (Health And Safety Standard).
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Howdens Joinery offers a complete range of kitchen products for those with limited mobility. The design of products with this symbol are deemed to be suitable for the requirements of an Inclusive Kitchen
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A government backed initiative used to help identify the most energy efficient appliances. All EST recommended appliances have been tested and approved to the highest energy efficiency standards
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