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ACO Technologies PLC
ACO is more than just a manufacturer of drainage systems. We develop a whole host of products and technologies that are used by architects, engineers and contractors across virtually every construction environment

Address
ACO Business Park, Hitchin Road, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17 5TE, UK

Telephone
+44 (0)1462 816666
(Please mention leisure-kit.net)

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+44 (0)1462 815895

Website
www.aco-technologies.com
ACO Technologies PLC news

02 Sep 2009
Do walk on the grass

Drainage and landscaping specialist ACO Technologies has developed the ACO GroundGuard®, designed to protect landscaped areas that are heavily used.
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New opening
Grand Wailea's famous Hawaiian spa has been transformed into a moon-inspired, open-air haven

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Family matters
The father and son duo behind the Buchinger Wilhelmi fasting method share their exciting plans for research and innovation with Megan Whitby

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Jeremy McCarthy
Attention to detail is a superpower and necessity in the luxury spa arena, says our contributing editor

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Museums
As Copenhagen’s Home of Carlsberg relaunches after a five year revamp, the project design lead tells us how ground-breaking technology was used to bring the brand to life

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People
On the aims of the new £26.5m Perth Museum

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Event report
International spa figures convened in Miami for the 15th Global Wellness Summit. Jane Kitchen reveals her top takeaways

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Interview
What does Jumeirah’s first vice president of wellbeing have planned for the Middle East-based hospitality group?

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Sponsored
Ara Patterson from Equinox Hotels talks about a partnership with Gharieni that’s delivering ROI and innovative treatments for guests

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Research
Physical activity is linked to a 43 per cent reduction in mental health symptoms such as depression, a recent study shows

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The arts
As the UK’s biggest cultural venue for decades opens, we hear from the team behind Aviva Studios

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