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FeaturesCPD 20 2018: Aluminium curtain walling
This CPD, sponsored by Reynaers, will offer insight in to what needs to be considered when specifying curtain walling and provide a basic understanding of regulations and standards
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FeaturesCPD 19 2018: Glazing
This CPD, sponsored by Glazing Vision, looks at how rooflights can be installed to maximise light, heat retention in cold weather and ventilation in the summer
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FeaturesCPD 18 2018: Changing Nature Of Risk
This CPD will outline the sorts of risks different buildings and spaces face and outline a range of potential technologies that could reduce those risks for people going about their daily lives.
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FeaturesCPD 17 2018: Steel and offsite construction
Steel has a key role to play in the government鈥檚 drive for greater use of聽offsite construction techniques. This CPD will look at the structural steelwork construction process, with a focus on established offsite processes and practices
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FeaturesCPD 16 2018: The 'low risk' approach to facades on high-rise buildings
In the light of recent industry discussions, this CPD, sponsored by Rockwool, will look at what the industry needs to understand in terms of a product鈥檚 combustibility rating and how clients, designers and contractors can achieve 鈥榣ower-risk鈥� options in facades
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FeaturesCPD 15 2018: Ventilation
Ventilation systems in commercial buildings are vital to remove pollutants from the air and control temperature and humidity. This CPD, sponsored by Daikin, looks at how ventilation systems can be used to improve air quality
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FeaturesCPD 14 2018: Intumescent coatings
Intumescent coatings are often used as fire protection for steelwork in busy public locations. This guide, sponsored by Jotun, looks at how film intumescent products react with heat and flames and how they are applied, along with regulation and certification
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FeaturesCPD 13 2018: Daylighting
Homes and workplaces with a lack of natural light cause a range聽of problems for occupiers. This CPD, sponsored by Kingspan, looks聽at how to design and build structures that meet daylight targets
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FeaturesCPD 12 2018: Joint Contracts Tribunal
Procurement contracts can be complicated to arrange and have many risks attached. This CPD, sponsored by the JCT, is a guide to the different contract options available
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FeaturesCPD 11 2018: Virtual desktop infrastructure
Virtual workspaces simplify the process of adopting BIM Level 2. This CPD, sponsored by Creative ITC, looks at the advantages of visual desktop infrastructure
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FeaturesCPD 10 2018: Flooring insulation
This CPD module, sponsored by Dow, will examine a range of factors which need to be considered when addressing ground floor insulation, including construction techniques
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FeaturesCPD 9 2018: Roof windows 鈥� performance, efficiency and aesthetics
This CPD, sponsored by Keylite, will outline specification issues, as well as guidance relating to installation, technical performance including energy savings, security and ventilation, and safety.
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FeaturesCPD 8 2018: Cradle to Cradle and the circular economy
This CPD module, sponsored by Armstrong Ceilings, looks at how聽the construction sector is increasingly embracing the circular economy, as clients demand higher environmental standards and greater efficiencies from a finished product
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FeaturesCPD 7 2018: Movement joints in buildings and civil engineering structures
This guide, sponsored by NCC-Emseal, outlines different types of joints, seals and technical issues facing the project team
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FeaturesCPD 6 2018: Colour-considered design for the visually impaired
Our latest CPD, sponsored by Dulux Trade, explores why colour is important when it comes to designing for inclusivity and meeting the requirements of the Equality Act
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FeaturesCPD 5 2018: Wetrooms
Wetrooms are all the rage, but there are myriad technical and regulatory factors to consider. This CPD, sponsored by Impey, provides all the details
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FeaturesCPD 4 2018: Sports hall heating and ventilation
This CPD, sponsored by Nortek, outlines energy-efficient ways to heat and ventilate sports halls that conform to recent changes in legislation
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FeaturesCPD 3 2018: Steel and fire protection
This CPD, sponsored by Steel for Life, provides an overview of the performance of steel in fire, including key standards and fire resistance periods
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FeaturesCPD 2 2018: Aluminium standing seam envelopes
This CPD module discusses the use of aluminium standing seam roof and wall cladding systems.聽
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FeaturesCPD 1 2018: Curtain wall systems: classification, design and testing
Getting the curtain walling design right is essential if a building is to聽remain watertight. This CPD module, sponsored by Kawneer, outlines the main points to consider