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Construction & site work — Reading

V-TUF supplies M-Class and H-Class dust extractors, industrial vacuums and site cleaning equipment to construction contractors, principal contractors, refurbishment specialists and demolition operators across Reading and Berkshire. Reading's construction market is driven by the Station Hill regeneration scheme, the University of Reading Whiteknights campus development, Thames Valley Science Park expansion, capital works inside Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, and sustained commercial refurbishment and fit-out demand across Thames Valley Park, Winnersh Triangle and Theale's commercial estates.

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Dust extraction for Reading construction sites

V-TUF MIDI HSV — H-Class dust extractor

H-Class extraction (H14 HEPA, 99.995%) for high-hazard silica dust on Reading construction sites — cutting, grinding, drilling or chasing concrete, brick, stone or mortar. Mandatory for works inside the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust estate under ICRA protocols. The correct specification for the demolition and groundworks phases of Station Hill and Reading's Victorian brick commercial and residential building refurbishment. Available in 110V and 240V. SKU MIDIH240.

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V-TUF MINI HSV — M-Class dust extractor, compact

M-Class extraction (H13 HEPA, 99.9%) for general construction dust. The standard specification for Reading's residential refurbishment, commercial fit-out and technology campus construction sector. Available in 110V and 240V. SKU MINIHSV240.

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V-TUF MIGHTY HSV — 21L M-Class dust extractor

21-litre wet/dry capacity, autostart power take-off, H13 HEPA filtration. The correct specification for multi-trade sites on the Station Hill, University of Reading and Thames Valley Science Park programmes. SKU MIGHTYHSV240.

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Compliance for Reading construction sites

• COSHH 2002 — construction dust: Silica dust from cutting, grinding or drilling masonry is a COSHH Category 1 carcinogen. H-Class extraction is mandatory. General construction dust requires M-Class as minimum.
• CDM 2015: Principal contractors on Reading construction projects must ensure COSHH-compliant dust control is in place and documented in the Construction Phase Plan.
• Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 — H-Class extraction mandatory for any work near or involving asbestos-containing materials in pre-2000 Reading buildings. Reading's pre-2000 Victorian brick commercial stock, Thames Valley commercial estates and residential stock present ACM risk in textured coatings, floor tiles, pipe lagging and insulation on refurbishment and Station Hill demolition programmes.
• ICRA — Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust: Any construction or maintenance inside the RBFT estate — including Royal Berkshire Hospital at London Road — requires an ICRA before starting. H-Class extraction is mandatory for Type C and D work in clinical areas.
• 110V on site: All V-TUF M-Class and H-Class extractors available in 110V CTE site-safe specification.

Further reading on dust control, COSHH compliance and extraction class selection for Reading and Berkshire construction sites:

• Silica dust on construction sites: what the regulations actually require →
• M-Class or H-Class: why it depends on what the building is made of →
• ICRA in healthcare construction: what contractors working inside hospitals need to know →
• Asbestos in construction: what CAR 2012 requires for contractors in pre-2000 buildings →

COSHH Regulations 2002 → CDM 2015 → Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 → ICRA → Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 →

Frequently asked questions

What dust extraction is required for works at Royal Berkshire Hospital?

Any construction or maintenance inside the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust estate requires an ICRA before starting. For Type C and D work in clinical areas, H-Class extraction is mandatory. The V-TUF MIDI H-Class (MIDIH110 / MIDIH240) with sealed filtration and HEPA-certified disposal is the correct specification. Contact 01522 787978 for next-day supply to Reading construction sites.

What extraction is required for the Station Hill regeneration scheme in Reading?

Station Hill involves demolition, groundworks and multi-phase commercial and residential construction. During demolition and masonry cutting, H-Class extraction is required. For internal fit-out and tenant installation, M-Class is the minimum. See M-Class or H-Class: why it depends on what the building is made of → for specific phase guidance.

Can I set up a trade account for Reading construction supply?

Yes. V-TUF operates trade and contractor account terms for commercial buyers across Berkshire. Next-day delivery to RG postcodes on stocked items. Contact 01522 787978 and mention Thames Valley contractor account at first contact.

For residential environments where damp, mould or indoor air quality issues are present — including social housing and void properties across Reading and Berkshire — see Condensation mould vs penetrating damp: how to tell the difference → and Black mould on walls: what it is and what to do →

Servicing, spares and ongoing support

All V-TUF dust extractors are supported with UK-based spare parts availability and full servicing support. HEPA filter cartridges and certified disposal bags held for ICRA-compliant use across the Royal Berkshire Hospital estate.

V-TUF Support Hub → Spare parts for all machines →

For technical support, spare parts queries or servicing requirements — telephone 01522 787978.