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The following CPD materials have been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
Aluminium has one unique property, seldom found in the construction industry – it can be recycled indefinitely without losing any of its physical attributes. We often hear the phrase from ‘cradle to grave’ when discussing the sustainability of a material within the context of the lifecycle of a building. This presentation aims to demonstrate that this turn of phrase should not be applied to aluminium. When the lifecycle of your building comes to its end this merely marks the beginning of an aluminium product’s next lifecycle. When considering the lifecycle of an aluminium product the phrase to be considered is ‘cradle to cradle’.
Metal Technology is a company that specialises in the design and development of architectural aluminium glazing solutions. As one of the country’s leading forces in the design of glazing solutions, Metal Technology Ltd has continuously invested in a programme of research and development incorporating the latest technology. It has produced an extensive portfolio of over 25 glazing systems. This range of systems is so comprehensive and flexible that the company can service project needs as diverse as a single shop front, to a multi-storey building. With a strong national fabricator/installer network, Metal Technology Ltd is able to offer high performance at extremely competitive rates throughout the British Isles.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This article looks at the many benefits that may be derived from the expansion of wood-based products in construction, and how this development can help grow the UK’s low-carbon economy. With the forest and timber industry playing a key part in our environmental and industrial heritage, it has a vital role in a low-carbon future.
Mumford & Wood is a specialist, award-winning manufacturer of the finest timber windows and doors in period and contemporary designs. Made-to-order products are produced from sustainably sourced engineered timber, are CE and Part L Building Regulations compliant, and achieve outstanding thermal and acoustic performance. They also carry the BSI kitemark of distinction, are Energy Saving Trust listed, and many products are Secured by Design.
Approximate reading time 30 minutes