Latest CPD
Here are the latest CPD materials to have been assessed and approved by the RIBA. These include both brand new and newly-revised CPD materials.
The Urban Front blog concentrates on the dilemmas specifiers may face with front, garage and internal doors when designing a frontage or interior. It covers design and technical elements such as matching-to-cladding, specifying hardwood, understanding locking systems, marrying traditional and contemporary design, and understanding finishing. The blog also occasionally features case studies and passive house.
Urban Front is a bespoke manufacturer of contemporary hardwood front, garage and internal doors. It specialises in steel-reinforced and ventilated doors for the domestic and commercial market. The doors are available in sizes up to 1.5m x 3.2m on a choice of pivots and 3D hinges, and can be delivered worldwide. Its internal doors are available up to FD60 mins.
Approximate length/duration: n/a.
This factory visit provides insight into the design and manufacturing processes for communal entrance doors, built bespoke, using design software and development ideas that create an unparalleled product. It shows the specifier how the right investment in materials, design ethos and development can reap dividends financially through ROI while also providing a key solution to anti-social behaviour and CSR.
Warrior Doors manufactures high quality communal entrance doors for all applications using a design ethos aimed at reducing ‘fortress mentality’, increasing the use of light and glazing while retaining security and longevity, and providing a high ROI. Quality of materials and design techniques solve major issues often experienced with communal entrance doors. Certified Secure by Design and Tested to LPS 1175 SR4, Warrior Doors’ products are competitively priced and among the market’s leaders.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: three hours.
The UK is swiftly moving towards low temperature heat generation, distribution and emission systems that maximise overall heating system efficiencies. This seminar serves to demonstrate how the once humble domestic radiator has evolved over the last 40 years to become the innovative heat emitter of choice when considering low temperature energy-efficient and sustainable heating systems.
MYSON is one of Europe’s leading heating emitter specialists with a broad product portfolio that encompasses radiators, towel warmers, fan convectors, underfloor heating, valves and heating controls. As a result of constant innovation in the area of energy efficiency and unique design concepts, MYSON products are enthusiastically received by planners and heating engineers in all construction sectors.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 40 minutes.
This CPD seminar explains how high gloss solid acrylic is a versatile material that can be used for cladding, panelling, doors, drawers, fascias and cabinetry. Using case study examples it demonstrates how it is ideal for kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, dental applications, and imaginative commercial and retail applications.
For 30 years Landau Parapan has been a leading name in the design, manufacture and supply of unique and innovative products for commercial and home interiors. It provides standard and bespoke solutions across its entire product portfolio, which also covers a variety of interior trends.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.
A straightforward introduction to how solar power systems can be added to new build and existing constructions. Following a brief review of all technical aspects, the seminar goes on to cover on-roof, integrated systems and canopies. Learn basic sizing and outputs, as well as design and planning features.
SolarWorld is a German company dedicated to the manufacture and marketing of photovoltaic products worldwide by integrating all components of the solar value chain, from feedstock (polysilicon) to module production, trade with solar panels to the promotion and construction of turn-key solar power systems. The group controls in-house the development of solar power technologies at all levels.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: up to one hour.
This seminar enables architects and specifiers to understand the key factors that influence the design of healthcare environments requiring radiation shielding. The presentation covers: basic radiation physics and why we need protection; the regulatory environment and the role of the radiation protection advisor; material considerations in shielding design, and; practical design examples from dental practices to hospital CT rooms.
Midland Lead is a specialist manufacturer of lead products for use within environments that require radiation shielding. Working closely with radiation protection advisors, architects and contractors, Midland Lead offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of radiation protection products in the UK. With over 30 years’ experience of manufacturing lead, it is a trusted supplier to construction projects throughout the world.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.
This CPD seminar on the specification of ironmongery looks at the following areas: legislation, including the Disability Discrimination Act, Equality Act, BS 8300: 2009, and Approved Documents and their equivalents throughout the UK and Ireland; the impact of BS 8300, specifically on products such as door closers, automatic door operators, door furniture and hardware such as hinges, locks and panic hardware, as well as access control products and handrails, and; visual contrast and light reflectance values.
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) is the trade body that represents the interests of the UK architectural ironmongery industry. Its qualifications, education and CPD programmes are widely respected in the UK and overseas. Its technical information service is the only specialist service of its kind and provides GAI members with comprehensive advice on issues relating to the legislation, regulations and standards governing the use of architectural ironmongery and related hardware.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.
This seminar explains the importance of fire safety relating to manual doors and their various components. It defines what a fire door is, what the components are and how they work. It also explains why smoke is so dangerous and provides guidance on the standards and regulations that apply.
GEZE is a world leader in manual and automatic door technology, as well as window control systems for natural ventilation and smoke and heat extraction. With an extensive product range, comprehensive project management experience, a highly-trained technical department and dedicated sales teams, GEZE is the perfect partner for any construction project.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 40 minutes.
This information-packed seminar explains: why entrance matting is necessary in public buildings, the different forms it can take, why some systems perform better in particular applications, the legislation affecting specification, key performance measures, new innovations in entrance matting design, and how to use entrance matting to complement reception area designs.
The INTRAmatting brand of Entrance Matting is a unique range of products that combine up-to-date design and aesthetics with the ability to suit the most demanding environments. They have been designed by industry specialists with an intimate knowledge of the marketplace, and provide optimum performance every time.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.
This seminar covers the basic safety rules for the construction and installation of elevators. It explains the current European and UK elevator regulatory requirements (EN81) and potential challenges and issues when considering elevators in building design. It also reviews the new European Regulations EN81-20 and EN81-50, which become mandatory from July 2017.
Thyssenkrupp Elevator UK is part of Thyssenkrupp AG, one of the world’s leading elevator companies. It operates in over 800 locations in 60 countries. Thyssenkrupp provides professional consultancy for your elevator requirements, sales support and installation of elevators, escalators and moving walks. It provides high quality after-sales service and support for all vertical transport products within your business.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour.