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I only make 6 mm cavity units. What effect will the new Standard have on my business?

April 26, 2017Business cavity mm standard units

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I only make 6 mm cavity units. What effect will the new Standard have on my business?

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ln the short term, the same as for everyone else – you must meet the CPD, and have your units tested by a third party which is a notified body. In the longer term, 6 mm cavity units will be phased out. The NHBC already stipulates 12 mm units; and the forthcoming Part L of the Building Regulations will probably have the effect of making l2 mm cavities a minimum requirement. The only exception likely will be for steel windows in conservation areas.