We purposely use product names in full and also make use of the first characters of such names to identify our products. Monitoring has confirmed this aids product recognition and identification for stockists and site operatives, and lessens the possibilities of error, compared with using long reference numbers only. However, in addition, our products also have EAN numerals, plus barcode identification. Whichever option you choose to use, this multi-identification omphalos format operates to assist both manual and computerised referencing and selection, for your benefit.

designed for you...

Much of our work involves the design and manufacture of non-standard and special requirements. Our proven and innovative approach to problem solving offers speedy and cost-effective answers. We are pleased to submit schedules, function drawings and recommendations without charge.

You may draw on our experience and know-how, which cannot be matched by any other organisation in our specialised field.

alternative materials...

Preformed cavitrays and flashings can be manufactured in alternative materials for specialist applications

help desk...

Our Help Desk is available by fax, e-mail and telephone. If in any doubt please contact us. There is no charge for this service.

area technical advisors...

Our trained technical managers are located throughout the United Kingdom. If you wish to receive a visit to discuss your particular project requirements, please contact our Administration Centre with your request. There is no charge for this service.

help on site...

Technical Managers are pleased to visit sites for the purpose of instructing operatives how the products should be installed. We believe this facility to be both informative and helpful. Full written instructions do accompany every order, but if in any doubt, simply ask for assistance. There is no charge for this service.

guarantee...

The architect, builder and property owner benefit from this important undertaking. Cavity Trays Ltd has public and product liability insurance.

seminars...

We are pleased to arrange seminars and application briefings, on your premises or in your geographic area. Small exhibition stands can also be erected. To take advantage of this service for which there is no charge, please write to our Booking Clerk at the Administration Centre.

specifying by name - warning...

Please specify our company name, address and product in full. This will ensure you will receive the items you require with all the benefits and warranties that support our approved cavitray systems and Agrément certified products. Beware imitations. Having selected our products, it is in your interest to ensure that the selected approved products are delivered and used. This is possible by clearly specifying.

the local government act 1999 - best value...

Best Value embraces achieving the maximum value for money by supplying efficient and reliable quality goods and services. The guiding principles that authorities are expected to follow include the role of audit, inspection and the need to adopt Best Value procurement practices. The DETR objective is 'to secure an efficient market in the construction industry'.

To aid procurement selection within the specialist construction product field in which we operate, and to permit comparison with alternatives, Cavity Trays Ltd is releasing evaluation sheets listing standards, quality aspects, compatibility and suitability data, projected life cycles and evidence of past performace. We will be pleased to provide such input to authorities to accompany offers of sale upon request.

important...

On every product pdf download page we list a number of technical observations and considerations appropriate to the product. Please refer to these comments when making comparisons with other systems. This will ensure an appreciation of the major technical aspects and requirements. Comparison will also determine whether other systems offer the same level of protection, integral features and reliability.

In many instances we consider the technical aspects listed essential.

The implications of the Latent Damage Act and Consumer Protection Act introduce further demands for the architect and contractor to construct to a satisfactory standard in the long term as well as the short. Within the recommended wording for contract documentation, we refer to a liability and conformity document which is available from this company. Therefore, having established that the correct cavitrays have been delivered to site, our documentation procedure then commences. Following correct installation and completion of transactions, a liability/conformity document is issued. We recommend this document is attached to the contract paperwork and subsequently handed to the client. Is is assurance of protection for the future. Our conditions of sale apply at all times.