Focus shifts towards James Latham's technical assistance in product specifications
James Latham, one of the largest independent distributors of timber, panels, and decorative surfaces in the UK and Ireland, is revolutionising the material specification process for architects and designers. With a comprehensive suite of specification tools and expert guidance, James Latham is making it easier for design professionals to select the most appropriate building materials and solutions for their projects.
Accessing James Latham's Technical Specification Team
To find out more about James Latham's Technical Specification team, you can contact them via email or visit their website. The team provides advice and information, not sales-led, to help ensure the right materials are specified first time. They assist in translating client briefs into real-world options and provide technical datasheets, standards, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and case studies.
Streamlining Material Selection with the Digital Showroom Platform
James Latham's Digital Showroom Platform is a powerful online tool for streamlining surface material selection. With over 1,600 products available for browsing, users can easily find what they need. The platform also features an intelligent suggestion engine that suggests similar tones or more budget-friendly alternatives based on user selections. Samples from the Digital Showroom Platform can be ordered directly and typically arrive within 48 hours.
In-Person Specification at Hemel Hempstead Showroom
For those in the M25 region who prefer in-person specification, James Latham has a physical showroom in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. Here, you'll find a curated material library, making it easy to explore and select the perfect materials for your project.
The James Latham Resources Hub
The James Latham Resources Hub serves as a central library for all product and technical information. It includes datasheets, environmental declarations, whiteboard explainer videos, and promotional content. This wealth of information is readily accessible, helping to streamline project workflows.
Supporting Off-Site Construction and Modular Projects
James Latham's approach to the specification process aligns with best practices in off-site construction and modular projects. Their tools and services are particularly useful in ensuring precision in specifications, which is critical for quality control and efficient project delivery. This is exemplified by successful projects like the St. Vincent’s University Hospital, which relied on a fully off-site-led construction method ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.
RIBA-Approved CPDs and Integration with NBS Source
James Latham offers a wide range of RIBA-approved CPDs, covering topics like acrylic solid surfaces, wood veneers, passive house doors, and timber cladding. They also integrate with platforms like NBS Source, providing support for BIM workflows.
Rapid-Response Material Sampling with Swatchbox
More than 500 James Latham products are available on Swatchbox, an online material sampling platform with rapid-response capabilities. Swatchbox delivers samples same-day via bike couriers within London, or within 48 hours nationwide.
Virtual One-to-One Meetings with the Team
Users of the Digital Showroom Platform can book one-to-one virtual meetings with the team to discuss applications, characteristics, and alternatives. This personalised approach ensures that design professionals receive the tailored support they need to make informed decisions about their material choices.
James Latham's Close Relationship with Bangor University's Biocomposites Centre
James Latham's close relationship with Bangor University's Biocomposites Centre led to the development of the Carbon Calculator tool. This tool assigns carbon data scores to more than 70% of stocked products, considering the full product journey from raw material extraction to delivery to site.
In conclusion, James Latham's overall approach to the specification process is to provide architects and designers with comprehensive support through a wide range of specification tools and expert guidance. By simplifying the selection and documentation process, providing expert advice and consultancy services, and offering dedicated digital resources, James Latham is making it easier for design professionals to select the most appropriate building materials and solutions for their projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, performance, and sustainability.
[1] For more information about the St. Vincent’s University Hospital project, please refer to this source.
- To complement their physical showroom in Hemel Hempstead, James Latham provides an online platform known as the Digital Showroom, offering a vast selection of over 1,600 products for easy material selection and an intelligent suggestion engine for alternate suggestions.
- In addition to the Digital Showroom, James Latham offers the Swatchbox platform, a rapid-response material sampling service that delivers samples of more than 500 products, reflecting their commitment to helping designers make informed decisions related to their home-and-garden, environment, lifestyle, and interior-design projects.
- With the aim to support technology in construction, James Latham has integrated platforms like NBS Source to align seamlessly with BIM workflows, providing comprehensive data and cloud-computing support for architects and designers.
