Featured CPD
The following CPD materials have all been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
This is a seminar about antimicrobial hygienic wall cladding – a unique product that is ideal for almost any environment as a surface finish where hygiene is paramount. PVC wall cladding is becoming more and more popular over traditional methods as it offers a range of sophisticated finishes as well as its appealing hygiene qualities.
BioClad is a global supplier of hygienic wall cladding systems, its halo product being the award-winning BioClad Antimicrobial Range that prevents growth of MRSA and superbugs, and which comes with a unique lifetime warranty. BioClad offers both an extensive product range that encompasses over 20 colours, and a bespoke colour matching service, all backed by an established nationwide network of installers. BioClad products are specified and installed in healthcare, pharmaceutical, leisure and education facilities throughout the world. Accreditations include ISO 9001, 14001 and 18001, European CE marking, with construction and fire requirements for Europe, USA and Australia. BioClad is one of the fastest growing hygienic PVC systems on the market, committed to advanced product development, sustainability, and corporate and social responsibility, while building a worldwide company committed to being a force for good.
Approximate reading time: 25 minutes.
Although many of us believe that we make financial decisions based on rational financial criteria, this is seldom the case. This session introduces five key concepts from the field of behavioural finance to demonstrate why clients make the financial decisions they make, and the crucial role that emotions play in the design fee proposal and negotiation process.
Blue Turtle Consulting helps design professionals achieve greater financial success by providing fee proposal writing services, fee proposal review services and fee negotiation services. In addition, Blue Turtle Consulting provides e-guides and templates to help design professionals improve their own fee proposal writing and negotiation skills.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour.
The refurbishing of flat roofs requires a different approach than new build. There are many considerations prior to specification that every architect should be aware of, including existing build-up, condition analysis, roof access and usage. This seminar covers the many challenges of flat roof refurbishment, including site surveys, design considerations and system options.
For more than five decades Langley has been supplying premium quality waterproofing systems to both the new build and refurbishment sectors. Its products are suitable for all types of flat or sloping roofs, including bituminous and single ply membranes, green roofing, liquid roofing, flat-to-pitched conversions and photovoltaic solutions. A comprehensive design and specification service is backed by long-term, insurance-backed guarantees.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 50 minutes.
Receive all the details and advice you need to specify an automatic door. This presentation helps architects and specifiers understand the complex process involved in choosing the most suitable automatic door system for a particular application. Whether the requirement is for a folding, revolving, swing or sliding door, this presentation highlights the key benefits and functions of the various types of doors in the market place.
DORMA offers a total package of products and support services, ranging from door closers and hardware to glass fittings, automatic doors and movable walls, all backed by a nationwide team of service and maintenance engineers.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.