Latest CPD
Here are the latest CPD materials to have been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
This CPD presentation covers when and how to specify underfloor heating, offers guidance on which system to select (wet and electric), explains the benefits of each in relation to subfloor, building type and meeting end-user expectations, and examines types of control, the importance of zoning and the value of good research.
Warmup is one of the UKs leading manufacturers of underfloor heating products and one of the world’s best-selling brand names in its sector. Its systems are produced following extensive research in its German test cube, which reproduces a wide variety of different conditions and pitches all new systems against them. All of its system designs are therefore backed by test and user data. That’s why Warmup has sold over two million systems in 58 countries.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour
This CPD seminar explains where LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) can be installed as an alternative to oil, and the factors that affect their use. The comprehensive presentation helps specifiers to understand: the types of LPG available; where LPG can be physically installed (looking at siting and safety issues); the environmental and financial benefits of using LPG, including the Green Deal and the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI); how metered LPG supplies can be used on housing developments; key legislation and codes of practice that apply, and; how LNG works as an off-grid energy solution for large industrial customers.
Calor is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SHV Energy. SHV is a private Dutch company and one of the largest distributors of LPG in the world. Calor is one of the largest suppliers of LPG in the UK, with around 5 million end-users. For almost 80 years, Calor has been at the forefront of technological developments in the LPG industry. These include underground storage and auto-ordering Think Tank telemetry on LPG tanks.
Calor is trusted to supply LPG to the royal estates and is a keen supporter of the Woodland Trust, whose funding will see an extra 50,000 trees planted. Calor has also been awarded the Carbon Trust Standard for the steps it has taken to reduce carbon emissions.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour and 30 minutes
Despite various strategies having been introduced to clean up the UK’s air, pollution remains a major issue, particularly in larger cities. This presentation introduces an innovative high performance waterproof roofing membrane that not only protects roofs from the elements, but provides a solution to reduce levels of harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx).
Icopal is recognised as a world leader in waterproofing technology. The environment is at the forefront of its product innovation and it has a portfolio of industry-leading waterproofing solutions to suit all applications. Icopal offers clients a collaborative, sustainable and tailored design and specification service, as well as the highest quality products, supported by meaningful guarantees.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 30 minutes
This seminar explores the concept of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), with a focus on podium roofs, by examining how effective SuDS systems can successfully be implemented as part of modern flat roofing systems. A range of project examples are provided to support the explanations, and useful guidance is also offered on how specifying SuDS can help achieve a number of BREEAM credits.
Based in Clay Cross, Chesterfield, IKO Polymeric manufactures a full range of high performance single ply roofing systems, and offers extensive technical support to architects and specifiers. Sustainability is at the heart of all of its processes, and it is proud to have teamed up with the industry’s leading SuDS experts to bring together this latest roofing innovation.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This seminar provides a background to the traditional history of terrazzo, and outlines the different systems available. It will enable the specifier to understand the different materials available and their application processes, and the benefits of using seamless terrazzo over traditional tiles. It will also allow them to identify the benefits and lifecycle implications of different materials, as well as appropriate cleaning methods to ensure a prolonged lifespan.
Flowcrete UK Ltd, part of the Flowcrete Group, is a leading British manufacturer of specialist resin floor finishes, sub-floor screeds, underfloor heating, car park decking and anti-corrosion coatings for a wide variety of commercial and industrial markets. These include retail, transport, leisure, education, food and beverage, petrochemical and general manufacturing. Flowcrete's philosophy is to 'focus on floors' in order to provide innovation underfoot, in both new build and refurbishment projects.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 40 minutes
This CPD seminar introduces the specifier to sustainable softwood timber decking and the variety of uses to which it can be put. The presentation also covers alternative types of decking currently on the market, PTV slip-resistant ratings, DDA compliance and product maintenance. By the seminar’s end specifiers should be able to confidently specify the right decking for their project.
John Brash has over 100 years' technical experience in the timber industry, sourcing and producing sustainable products that comply fully with FSC and PEFC guidelines. The company’s range of timber decking includes JB Citideck, a smooth profile board designed specifically for the London Olympics to give a more comfortable surface for urban footwear, wheelchair users and pushchairs whilst still exceeding the slip resistance requirements of the HSE guidelines.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour