Permeable paving systems
Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) are the alternative to directly channelling surface water to sewers and water treatment plants. The following CPD materials have all been assessed and approved by the RIBA’s own team of qualified technical experts.
A comprehensive overview of SuDS compliant surfacing solutions and how to select, specify and install the most appropriate surface for pathways and canal towpaths. Topics covered include the difference between bound gravel and rubber gravel mix (and how they’re installed), and techniques to avoid common issues such as UV colour changes, surface crumbling, and surface undulations.
Over its 28 year history, DCM has delivered creative and inspiring outdoor surface solutions for developers, architects, contractors and homeowners throughout the UK. DCM offers a complete surface installation service with fully trained installers, ensuring your playground, sports pitch or decorative gravel surface looks great and complies with British and European standards.
Duration: 45 minutes, plus Q&A
Explores the role that permeable paving SuDS can play in adopting a natural approach to the management of stormwater. This includes its principles, design and detailed application, as well as an in-depth examination of system properties, materials and construction.
Forterra is a leading UK manufacturer of essential clay and concrete building products, with a class-leading portfolio of clay brick, concrete block and precast concrete flooring brands. The durability, longevity and inherent sustainability of its products is self-evident. Wherever you are in Britain, you won’t be far from a building with a Forterra product within its fabric.
Looks at design options for specifying sustainable drainage systems, including: the types of systems available; relevant design guidance documentation and where to look for detailed and specific design guidance; and, how to identify which system best suits local drainage conditions.
With over 100 years’ experience and over 60,000 employees in more than 50 countries, CEMEX is one of the world’s leading suppliers of building materials. In the UK, it is a leading supplier of ready-mixed concrete, mortar, screed, aggregates, asphalt and cement. It has a significant share of the roof tile and concrete block markets, and is the leading supplier of concrete sleepers to the rail industry. It also offers surfacing solutions.
Duration: 30 minutes, plus Q&A
Details how permeable paving is a safe and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional structures. Also includes information on the full scale and nature of the current flood risk crisis, why permeable paving is a viable solution, where to specify it, how to install it, and some broader environmental factors to consider.
Instarmac Group has manufactured and supplied cement and bitumen-based products to clients worldwide for more than 40 years. Instarmac’s reputation is built on research, development and innovation. Its materials are used in highway maintenance, urban regeneration, tiling, commercial flooring and internal finishing – all backed backed by first-class customer, technical and site support.
Duration: one hour, plus Q&A