Benx Ltd

This is a CPD presentation focused on the design of a through-wall façade solution, where we will explore crucial factors to consider when selecting components.

In this comprehensive CPD session, we define a through-wall as comprising all wall components from the external sheathing board outward, culminating in the façade. By dissecting the façade system into eight essential elements, we delve into individual product performance requirements, empowering you to craft a holistic solution.

Moreover, we offer a comprehensive overview of fire ratings and introduce our certified, fire-rated solutions. Discover the spotlight on sheathing boards, as we delve into specific areas that demand your attention. Additionally, we delve into key considerations surrounding health and safety and the environment, ensuring a well-rounded approach to your façade design. This engaging presentation is designed to both inform and inspire.

After completing this CPD delegates should:
1. Have a holitic review of through wall facade creation, especially in relation to fire.
2.Be able to impart an understanding of which facade elements are key to building safety.
3. Know the importance of Certification and Testing in facade design.
4. Have an understanding of material limitations, no one product will cover all technical challenges.
5. Have a consideration of the benefits of system certification.

This CPD has been created to provide information on external wall insulation, how the different types interact with a range of different facades and the legislative documents that apply when installing external thermal insulated composite systems. It will help you to understand the following topics:
- External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems (ETICS)
- The different types of insulation available and how these interact with your facade
- The different facade types and individual product performance
- Relevant legislation and statutory information including fire performance
- Health and safety issues
- Sustainability issues

This CPD will discuss what is expected when using External Wall Insulation as a form of cladding. It will move through an explanation on reaction to fire and resistance to fire, an overview of testing, legislation, health and safety, sustainability and some case studies. By the end of the seminar you should have a greater understanding of:
- Complex changing legislation in relation to EWI facades and fire.
- The issues that have been raised post Grenfell
- The makeup of the Euroclasses used in Reaction to Fire and the importance of the smoke and burning droplet sub categories