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The following CPD materials have been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
This seminar explains which specific types of aluminium are most suited for rainwater systems and is supported by information on correct system specification and design. The presentation also provides information on British Standards, eaves ventilation requirements and life cost analyses. Aluminium eaves systems offer distinct advantages over more traditional materials, making them the ideal solution for specification and use in modern construction.
With an extensive portfolio of highly sustainable products, Marley Alutec is a UK leader in innovative aluminium rainwater and fascia and soffit solutions. Committed to delivering the excellent service and technical expertise that only comes from partnering with a specialist manufacturer, Alutec offers a full turnkey service, from the development of initial designs, to the delivery of detailed estimates and on-site assistance.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers:
45 minutes
This seminar will help the specifier to: understand the requirements of access control systems, assess electric locking options, design standard-compliant access control systems, and ensure that electric locking specifications meet the requirements of both fire door and escape door legislation.
Abloy UK is one of the UK’s leading experts on high-quality door locking and functionality. Its product range includes low-energy electric locking, cylinder, padlocks, door operators, and much more. Together, its solutions offer secure, compliant and lasting solutions, trusted by organisations throughout the UK, Ireland and worldwide across a variety of industries – wherever compromise is not an option.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers:
45 minutes
An information-packed CPD presentation that highlights the influence solar shading has on productive working environments, and the energy efficiency of buildings. This seminar includes practical demonstrations and is delivered by specification consultant Richard Webb, who has over 20 years’ experience in the industry.
Waverley Blinds designs, manufactures and installs solar shading solutions for the commercial, education and healthcare sectors. It is one of the few companies in the UK that offers a complete package, from design through to final commissioning.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers:
45 minutes
This CPD seminar looks at glass contamination and corrosion, examines glass surface treatments available today, and discusses which offer the best solutions in differing circumstances. It also examines why buildings can look ‘old before their time’, how installed glass can be protected during construction, and how the performance of glass can be enhanced on an ongoing basis for the benefit of owner and occupier.
Ritec International specialises in the production, marketing and worldwide distribution of transparent, ‘non-stick’, thin-film, durable surface protection technologies.
Since 1981 Ritec has pioneered durable glass surface protection as part of a complete system for glass renovation, protection and maintenance. Buildings treated include Lloyds of London, The Shard, Shanghai World Finance Centre, Marina Bay Sands and The Empire State Building.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers:
45 minutes
This seminar includes information on roof systems, key factors in roof design and product selection, and key standards and guidelines when assessing products.
Sika Sarnafil is renowned throughout the world for providing high-quality long-lasting single ply roofing solutions. Its waterproof membranes are suitable for most types of roof design in new build and refurbishment applications, on steel, timber, and concrete structures, and for warm, cold and inverted roofs.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers:
45 minutes