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The following CPD materials have all been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
Petersen is a magazine about interesting architectural projects that use brick, and about the various technical developments within the process of making and building with bricks.
Petersen Tegl, founded in 1791, has been run by the same family ever since. The brickworks exports to the USA, Japan, Russia, Australia and many European countries.
Petersen Tegl produces the 100% handcrafted Kolumba and Petersen Cover, and is one of the few brickworks in the world to have mastered the art of firing bricks using coal as fuel.
Approximate reading time: one hour.
Explains the different fire ratings for glass, and the importance of having the correct (approved) components in place for fire-resistant windows, screens and doors. This seminar also tackles some of the misconceptions regarding the qualities of toughened glass by showing the differences between wired, resin, laminated and modified toughened fire-resistant glass, and describing both testing and fire assessments.
Vetrotech Saint-Gobain UK is one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of multi-functional, specialised glass solutions and a leading provider of bespoke fire-resistant glass. A combination of innovative research, in-house testing facilities and state-of-the-art production techniques keeps Vetrotech at the cutting edge of safety glass technology.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 50 minutes.
Discover the wide ranging possibilities of wood veneer. Learn what wood veneer is, what determines its look (wood species, slicing and jointing techniques), what current trends are, and which wood veneered products are best suited to different project types.
Decospan, a European market leader in the manufacture of wood veneered products (panels and flooring), has developed a new concept for specifiers, promoted via a magazine, Veneerhouses in Belgium, New York, Paris and London (under construction), consultants and educational programmes.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 60-90 minutes.
Offers a comprehensive guide to some of the key areas of architectural ironmongery specification, including fire ratings, certifications, specification guidance and finishing advice. This seminar encourages open discussion of this specialist field, and includes examples of previously completed projects, all presented by a fully-qualified member of the GAI.
Strada Architectural Hardware is a luxury architectural ironmonger that offers expertise in the design, manufacture, scheduling and supply of architectural ironmongery packages to high-end residential, hospitality and leisure contracts. Established in 1850, and still managed and owned by the founding family, Strada offers the very best in UK craftsmanship, ingenuity and service.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.
A review of traditional brickmaking methods and regional brick variations across the UK, and the impact these factors have. Also offers practical guidance on how to choose the right brick for renovation, extension and new build projects, along with advice on the benefits of using traditional handmade bricks in conservation, heritage and new build.
Imperial Bricks is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of the finest traditional handmade, wirecut and pressed bricks. With over 50 styles of bricks and brick slips available in imperial and metric sizes, Imperial can match the size, colour and texture of regional brick variations around the UK and can tailor products to your own specification using unique in-house custom blending, ageing and weathering techniques to suit project requirements. A free, personalised brick matching service is always available from Imperial’s highly experienced team.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes,
High performance entrance matting systems complement and enhance the whole building design. Learn more about the proper function of entrance matting, how to specify intelligent systems that offer optimum performance in varying locations, and the environmental impact of different entrance matting systems.
Occupying a prime position in every building, entrance matting is a key platform from which to showcase your creativity, forming a unique first and last impression for every visitor. Working with architects and interior designers, INTRAmatting has created bespoke solutions that truly befit the building design, making the entrance distinctive, and even iconic.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes.