This CPD, sponsored by Knauf Insulation, takes an in-depth look at the systems that lie behind the rainscreen facades of buildings and sets out the regulations and relevant guidance that should be considered to ensure the specification of safe, healthy and sustainable structures. Deadline for completion Friday 29 December 2023. High-performance rainscreen facade systems contain …
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This Catnic-sponsored CPD module looks at the use of steel standing seam systems, exploring their design features, advantages and limitations in residential applications, as well as relevant guidelines considerations during installation. Deadline for completion Friday 8 December 2023. Modern standing seam roofs were first developed in the 1960s, using metal instead of asphalt, tile or …
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This CPD module, sponsored by Rockwool, looks at the latest version of BS 5422, the British Standard for thermal insulation of pipework and equipment, exploring recommendations and key updates for 2023. Deadline for completion Friday 24 November 2023. The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published the latest version of BS 5422, the standard that forms …
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This CPD module, sponsored by Vandersanden, explores the innovations in brick manufacturing, with a focus on the material’s green credentials. Deadline for completion Friday 17 November 2023. A brief history Bricks are, without doubt, one of the oldest known building materials. The earliest bricks discovered are estimated to be from 7,000 BC. Uncovered around the …
CPD 05 2023: Brick circularity, sustainability and innovation Read More »
Designed to give you a better understanding of specifying metal web joists in your projects, this MiTek-sponsored CPD module will discuss the material’s properties, alongside possible applications, relevant regulations and various design considerations. Deadline for completion Friday 3 November 2023. Popular among architects, specifiers, housebuilders and contractors, metal web joists (MWJ) have long been used …
This CPD module, sponsored by ROCKWOOL, explores the importance of designing for effective compartmentation and the legal liability regarding the provision of fire protection Fire stopping is a vital component for successful passive fire protection strategies. By helping to contain the spread of flames and smoke, investing time and resources into fire stopping can make …
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This CPD, sponsored by Steel for Life, examines the central role sustainability plays in procurement strategies and explains the key recommendations for procuring sustainable structural steelwork Sustainable procurement is set to become an increasingly important part of the drive towards net zero carbon within the construction industry. This will mean that sustainability considerations are given …
This CPD sponsored by RIW explains the latest requirements on waterproofing structures such as basements as provided in the updated British Standard, BS 8102: 2022. The code of practice for the protection of below-ground structures against water ingress; BS 8102: 2022, has recently been updated to reflect new practices and materials, provide increased clarity and …
This Eurocell sponsored CPD examines the specification options for refurbishing or replacing window units in social housing alongside the best practice methodologies for ensuring they are fit for purpose Introduction Windows play an integral part in keeping homes warm, dry and secure. They must be well made, installed correctly and able to provide enough light, …
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This CPD module, sponsored by Eurocell, will explore the scope of value engineering, its application and how utilisation can benefit a production process Introduction Widely used in the construction industry, value engineering (VE) is a conscious and explicit set of disciplined procedures designed to seek out optimum value for both initial and long-term investment. The …
This CPD sponsored by TG Escapes Modular Eco-Buildings explains the issues around biodiversity and how buildings can help restore an environmental balance by including biophilic features IntroductionThose delivering the built environment are fully aware that their projects need to enhance the wellbeing of occupants. Encompassing aspects of nature within the design of buildings – including …
CPD 14 2022: Incorporating biophilia and biodiversity Read More »
This CPD sponsored by ROCKWOOL examines the issues around acoustic performance in schools, sets out the relevant regulations and standards, and explains some of the solutions available Why does it matter where we learn? The value of education and the merits of investing in learning are undeniable. But many studies have shown that the quality …
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This CPD sponsored by Vandersanden explores the benefits of specifying clay brick, alongside the types and causes of movement in brickwork and how to design to accommodate movement There are many advantages to specifying clay brick. It is a highly durable and frost-resistant material, and it adds to the thermal mass of a building. It …
This CPD sponsored by Rockwool explains how rainscreen cladding can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to upgrade a building, and the specification factors to consider A brief history of rainscreen cladding Situated on a promontory in the Sognefjord on the west coast of Norway, the 12th-century Urnes Stave church is one of the …
CPD 11 2022: Rainscreen insulation and cladding retrofit Read More »
This CPD, sponsored by Georgia-Pacific, looks at how roof cover boards are used in flat roofs, between the outer waterproofing layer and the insulation layer Introduction Roof cover boards are thin substrates, made from various materials, that sit between the insulation and waterproof membrane layers in a flat roof system. They can be used with …
This J&W sponsored CPD explains how modular buildings benefit from a different kind of weatherproofing and how to specify the appropriate materials This CPD sets out a roadmap to a new weatherproofing approach, one designed for modular building and reflecting the materials used to take advantage of the technology’s flexibility, from manufacturing and construction to …
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This Knauf Insulation sponsored CPD spells out the key elements of the new additions to the Building Regulations that are aimed at improving energy efficiency in homes, and explains which materials can help deliver the best results for an energy efficient project What does Approved Document L cover? Updates to Approved Document L (ADL), or …
This CPD feature, sponsored by Darren Evans, will look at the challenges facing the construction industry as it seeks to respond to the climate emergency and deliver buildings that will meet net zero criteria Introduction The signing of the Paris Agreement in 2015 represented a decisive shift in awareness and understanding of the nature of …
CPD 06 2022: Achieving Net Zero Carbon in the Built Environment Read More »
This Steel for Life sponsored CPD introduces the first edition of a new Sustainability Specification for structural steelwork and sets out requirements and practices for achieving environmentally sustainable steelwork building construction, including maximal efficiency and minimal waste Introduction The British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA) has published the first edition of the Sustainability Specification for structural …
CPD 05 2022: Sustainable Steelwork Specification Read More »
This Glen Dimplex Heating & Ventilation sponsored CPD explains how to specify hybrid electrical heating systems to achieve lower energy use and emissions for buildings Introduction Governments around the world have committed to reducing carbon emissions and are legislating to that end. In the built environment, designers and developers are using innovative heating solutions as …
