All CPD articles – Page 6
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CPD 8 2017: Curtain wall systems: classification, design and testing
Getting the curtain walling design right is essential if a building is to remain watertight. This CPD module, sponsored by Kawneer, outlines the main points to consider
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FeaturesCPD 7 2017: Rainscreen cladding
Rainscreen cladding, which uses an inner and outer leaf to create a seal against moisture, has been in use for decades. But modern systems offer a more flexible, lightweight protection. This CPD module is sponsored by Kalzip
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FeaturesCPD 6 2017: Sustainable steel buildings
Steel offers sustainability credentials through the whole life-cycle of a building, and is an excellent choice of framing material to deliver high-scoring BREEAM projects. This CPD module, sponsored by Steel for Life, outlines the main points to consider
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FeaturesCPD 4 2017: Insulated suspended floor systems
Insulated suspended flooring systems can be used in place of conventional beam-and-block to meet higher energy performance standards. This CPD, sponsored by Springvale, outlines the design considerations
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FeaturesCPD 3 2017: Retrofitting vacuum insulation panels for flooring
VIPs can minimise the loss of floor-to-ceiling height when upgrading the floors of existing homes to meet energy regulations. This CPD module, sponsored by Kingspan Insulation, outlines the main points to consider
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FeaturesCPD 2 2017: Implementing lean construction
Lean construction can be applied at every stage of a project to cut waste and improve efficiency. This CPD, sponsored by Newforma, discusses the challenges of implementing this approach and how they can be overcome
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FeaturesCPD 1 2017: Living walls
A living wall incorporates vegetation into facades or other internal or external walls. This CPD, sponsored by ANS Global, will examine the benefits and the key design considerations
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FeaturesCPD 22 2016: Specifying steel lintels
Correct specification and installation is critical to the performance of a steel lintel. This CPD, sponsored by Catnic, outlines the main points to consider
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FeaturesCPD 20 2016: Security entrance lanes
Automatic access systems are essential to ensure the smooth flow of pedestrian traffic to restricted areas. This CPD, sponsored by Boon Edam, examines their main components and outlines the installation process
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FeaturesCPD 21 2016: Specifying insulation for inverted flat roofs
This module examines the benefits of using high-performance extruded polystyrene to insulate inverted roofs, a technique that is particularly appropriate for green roofs. It is sponsored by Dow Building Solutions
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FeaturesCPD 19 2016: Air and vapour-tight OSB For timber-frame buildings
Reducing air permeability is a key principle of the Passivhaus standard. This CPD, sponsored by SMARTPLY, shows how advanced OSB panels can help to achieve this goal
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FeaturesCPD 18 2016: Introduction to acetylated wood
The acetylation process modifies softwood to make it more durable and dimensionally stable. This CPD, sponsored by Accsys, outlines the product’s main benefits and applications
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FeaturesCPD 17 2016: Rooflights and Part K
Part K provides essential guidance for specifiers of access rooflights, ensuring that roofs and terraces are safe to use and maintain. This CPD, sponsored by Glazing Vision, sets out the key requirements to bear in mind
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FeaturesCPD 16 2016: Insulating flat roofs
The correct insulation specification is critical to the success of any flat roof installation. This CPD module, sponsored by Celotex, outlines the main points to consider
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FeaturesCPD 15 2016: External wall insulation systems
Poorly insulated walls are responsible for considerable loss of heating or cooling energy. This module the discusses the use and correct specification of external wall insulation (EWI). It is sponsored by Sto
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FeaturesCPD 14 2016: Hybrid systems for domestic heating
Using case studies from a monitoring study of recent installations, this module explores the benefits of heating systems that combine a boiler and an air-to-water heat pump. It is sponsored by Daikin
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FeaturesCPD 13 2016: Specifying softwood decking
The latest in our CPD series introduces specifying softwood decking. This module is sponsored by Marley Eternit
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FeaturesCPD 12 2016: Sustainable aluminium window systems
High-performance windows are crucial to reducing the energy use of buildings. This CPD introduces key aspects of glazing and frame design, as well as the relevant standards and guidance. It is sponsored by Reynaers
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FeaturesCPD 11 2016: Structural insulated panels in cladding systems
When used in external cladding systems, SIPs can help to reduce thermal transmittance and air-leakage rates. This CPD, sponsored by Kingspan Insulation, highlights the key design considerations
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FeaturesCPD 10 2016: ISO 9001 compliance and BIM
This CPD will focus on ISO 9001 and on how firms can ensure their quality management systems are compliant as they become BIM Level 2 ready. It is sponsored by Newforma