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FeaturesCPD 8 2015: Ceiling Solutions for Education
This module will examine how suspended ceilings can help meet both the acoustic and thermal-performance demands of schools under the PSBP. It is sponsored by Armstrong Ceilings
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FeaturesCPD 7 2015: Level thresholds and water ingress
This module examines the key regulations concerning the accessibility of building entrances and highlights ways to avoid the main risks. It is sponsored by LABC Warranty
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FeaturesCPD 6 2015: Essential BIM technology
With less than a year to go until the deadline for all government projects to use level 2 BIM, this module explains some of the key concepts that underpin the collaboration technology. It is sponsored by Vectorworks
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FeaturesCPD 5 2015: Continuously operated recirculating systems and legionnaire's disease
This module sets out the advantages of a pumped, circulating drinking-water system in preventing the growth of Legionella bacteria. It is sponsored by Wavin
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FeaturesCPD 4 2015: Beyond Part L 2013
This module provides guidance on what to expect from the 2016 energy targets for new homes, and how to ensure compliance. It is sponsored by Celotex
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FeaturesCPD 3 2015: Specifying flat roofs (part 2)
Following last year’s introduction to flat roofs, this module focuses on installation and the impact of Part L 2013 on specification. It is sponsored by Sika Sarnafil
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FeaturesCPD 2 2015: Revisions to BS 5534
The latest in our CPD series explains why BS 5534 has been revised and outlines the key changes that designers and contractors need to understand. This module is sponsored by Marley Eternit
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FeaturesCPD 1 2015: Best practice for building waterproof concrete basements
To ensure new basements are waterproof, it is essential that a suitable methodology is followed on site. This module, sponsored by Waterproof Concrete with Site Supervision, explains how designers can specify good workmanship
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FeaturesCPD 30 2014: Ensuring data accuracy on BIM projects
The latest module in our CPD series considers the importance of consistent, accurate data in the BIM process, and the key role played by manufacturers in providing it. This module is sponsored by British Gypsum
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FeaturesCPD 29 2014: Radiant heating and cooling panels
Radiant panels can be used as an alternative to traditional convectors to heat and cool buildings. This module, sponsored by Zehnder, examines their benefits, design considerations and most common applications
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FeaturesCPD 27 2014: Building automation and compliance with BS EN 15232
This CPD module, sponsored by Schneider Electric, shows how the British and European standard BS EN 15232 can help building designers and managers to get the most out of integrated, automated control systems
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FeaturesCPD 26 2014: Introduction to waterproof concrete
Concrete is comprised of aggregate of different sizes, cement and water. This module, sponsored by Waterproof Concrete with Site Supervision, examines the benefits of reducing water content in concrete
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FeaturesCPD 25 2014: Flat-to-pitched roof conversions
This CPD module, sponsored by Langley Waterproofing Systems, outlines the key factors to consider when installing a pitched roof on an existing flat-roofed property
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FeaturesCPD 23 2014: High-performance insulation for curtain wall facades
The facade is one of the key elements governing the thermal performance of office buildings, which can be undermined by large expanses of glazing. This CPD module, sponsored by Dow Corning, examines two solutions
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FeaturesCPD 22 2014: Introduction to acetylated engineered wood panel products
Acetylated wood panels can offer improved durability and moisture resistance compared to traditional MDF. This module, sponsored by Medite Tricoya Extreme, outlines their key advantages and uses
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FeaturesCPD 21 2014: Prevention of limescale
This CPD module, sponsored by Aquabion, explores the harmful consequences of limescale build-up in both domestic and industrial hot-water systems, and evaluates the available solutions
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FeaturesCPD 19 2014: Software-as-a-service and construction
As collaboration software takes on an ever more important role this module, sponsored by 4Projects by Viewpoint, outlines the key considerations
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FeaturesCPD 18 2014: Specifying retractable seating
Retractable seating systems are tiers of seating that fold away into a space the depth of a single row. Our latest CPD module, sponsored by Audience Systems, will examine the different systems available and the key factors that specifiers should consider
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FeaturesCPD 17 2014: BIM for small practices
As of 2016, all centrally procured government construction projects must implement level 2 BIM. Our latest CPD module, sponsored by Vectorworks, defines levels of BIM
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FeaturesCPD 16 2014: Render-protected external wall insulation
EWI systems are an effective means of improving a building’s thermal efficiency. Our latest CPD module, sponsored by Mapei, examines the types of system available, as well as colours, finishes and the relevant standards