Tuscan Foundry Products Company Profile
Tuscan Foundry Products has a long history dating back to 1893 and is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of traditional metal roofing, glazing, plumbing, heating and drainage products. The extensive product range includes cast iron guttering and pipes, cast iron radiators and the Lumen range of conservation and contemporary rooflights.
The wide range of products are available to view and purchase on the company’s secure website. The experienced and dedicated team at Tuscan is committed to working closely with the customer to ensure a high quality of service at all times. The team has in-depth knowledge of the products and their applications and understands the needs of the customer, including working within a tight budget.
Services
Tuscan Foundry Products has built up an enviable reputation with customers and offers an exceptional personal service. The team will assess specific requirements and can provide images, technical details and supply quotations based upon the customer’s own drawings. Full technical specification on the products available can be found on the company website. All the products are designed to be strong, functional and durable, whilst being energy efficient where appropriate and low maintenance. Cast iron is produced from 97% recycled scrap metal and is 100% recyclable itself.
The product range includes:
Cast Iron Gutters and Pipes
There is a wide range of traditional cast iron rainwater systems, gutters, pipes and fittings available in standard and bespoke sizes. The guttering product range is available in 19 profile options, including ogee guttering, three cast iron pipe profiles and more than 100 ornamental rainwater hopper heads. Cast iron is an ideal material for drainage systems as it is extremely strong, durable and will last for many decades. Full technical advice and support is available including maintenance and installation support. All rainwater and gutter systems are manufactured in grey iron, primer finished and conform to BS 460. Products include:
- Common half round gutters
- Common OG gutters
- Beaded half round gutters
- Notts OG gutters
- G46 moulded OG profile gutters
- Plain deep half round gutters
- Round, square or rectangular pipes and fittings
- Hopper heads
- Gutter and pipe accessories
Gutter and Pipe Brackets
Tuscan has created a comprehensive array of brackets used for the installation of cast iron gutters, pipes and traditional soil systems. The range includes top fix rafter, rise and fall, drive in, side fix rafter, holder bats and fascia brackets. There are over 50 standard bracket types available and the company can manufacture bespoke brackets to match existing gutter or pipe profiles. Bracket options include:
- Common half round brackets
- Common OG brackets
- G46 moulded brackets
- Notts Ogee brackets
- Double headed brackets
- Deep half round brackets
Soil Pipes and Ancillaries
Cast iron is an ideal material for soil pipes and fittings as it has a dense molecular structure which is 750% more effective in reducing plumbing noise than alternative materials. Manufactured from recycled scrap metal, cast iron soil pipes are environmentally friendly and highly durable. The product range includes:
- LCC pipe soil access
- LCC soil pipe bend
- LCC soil pipe bossed 610mm
- LCC soil pipe branch and double branch
- LCC soil pipe offset
- LCC soil pipe eared 1829mm
- LCC soil pipe plain
Heating and Radiators
Tuscan Foundry Products offers a wide range of traditional cast iron radiators which will complement any older or traditionally styled property, as well as modern, contemporary homes. New cast iron radiators are being implemented into new-build and refurbishment projects due to their exceptional heat outputs. The classic styles are designed to comply with today’s exacting standards whilst retaining their original charm and beauty. A vast array of sizes and heat outputs are available within each category. In addition to the radiator collections, Tuscan offers a comprehensive array of radiator valves and accessories for traditional cast iron radiators. Radiator design options include:
- Nouveau cast iron column radiators which replicate a traditional French design from the Victorian/Edwardian era
- Victorian school/hospital cast iron column radiators
- Burlington classically styled radiators which offer high efficiency space heating
- Tubor steel contemporary tubular radiators
- Art Nouveau cast iron radiators provide modern heating solutions in a traditional style
- Legacy, period and contemporary heated towel rails
- Handmade and machine made valves
- ElectRad electric elements
Lumen Skylights
Tuscan Foundry Products is a distributor of Lumen rooflights for conservation, contemporary and flat roof applications. Lumen roof windows are manufactured in the UK and incorporate Pilkington K self-cleaning and energy saving glass, solid wood liners including American Oak as standard and winders manufactured using CZ121 brass for ease of use and reliability. Lumen manufactures a wide range of standard and bespoke rooflights for pitched and flat roofs which includes a low profile flush fitting conservation rooflight made to a traditional Victorian design.
Rooflights provide natural daylight, ventilation and roof access and escape. Pilkington glazing is available in other options including Pilkington K Glass, Pilkington Activ, Pilkington Suncool, Pilkington Eclipse, Pilkington Insulight, Pilkington Optifloat and Pilkington Optitherm. The rooflights can be manufactured to suit any particular design and Tuscan offers a flexible design approach. Options include:
- Conservation rooflights which are supplied in RAL 9005 black textured finish as standard and are available in 12 size options. This range is ideal for installation into listed and period properties and is often specified by heritage organisations and local authority conservation officers
- Contemporary rooflights are designed to be stylish and streamlined for customers who require a more sleek and modern appearance. This style sits almost flush with the roof for an incredibly contemporary look
- Flat roof rooflights include the Lumen Planus which can be used with lead, zinc sheet, copper and asphaltic material. Planus features fine lines of steel to ensure maximum daylight with minimal framework. Six standard sizes are available in the Planus flat rooflight and flat roof domes
- Rooflight enhancements are available as optional extras to personalise and enhance roof windows. The products include blinds, manual and electric opening mechanisms and a selection of different liner materials to suit internal designs.
Metal Products
Tuscan Foundry Products also manufactures a range of additional cast iron products in various designs and sizes to complement building conservation works. The product range includes:
- Cast iron airbricks
- Cast iron floor grilles
- Decorative castings
- Lead pipes and hoppers
- Decorative brackets
Tuscan Foundry Products prides itself on offering a wide and varied range of high quality products and services. The comprehensive product range is backed up and supported by an efficient and effective customer service department who can provide in-depth advice and information across the whole product range. The experienced and knowledgeable team welcomes enquiries and can offer guidance on installation, technical specification and bespoke design. Deliveries are available throughout the UK and most standard items are available for next day delivery.