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A presentation that examines the construction of wet rooms and bathrooms and the further use, including underfloor heating, of extruded polystyrene (XPS) construction boards in both new-build and refurbishment projects; with full BBA accreditation.
Jackon Insulation is a leading manufacturer of XPS board solutions for construction and industrial customers. The company has extensive manufacturing expertise and offers a broad range of innovative and sustainable thermal insulation products for use in construction projects.
Since the company’s founding in 1956, progress, sustainability and innovation have been its main drivers. Jackon has a history of developing novel processes and new products, and as a result has enjoyed continuous growth. With 19 state-of-the-art factories and more than 300 employees, Jackon Insulation is one of the leading suppliers of XPS and EPS solutions in Europe.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
Examines current and future standards in sports floors, their properties, the different types of sports floor systems available, what a high-performance sports floor actually is and its benefits to the client, lifecycle costs, underfloor heating, floor loadings and maintenance.
Junckers Industrier A/S is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of solid wood flooring for the sports, residential and commercial markets. It claims to be the only flooring company to also offer its own carefully balanced range of wood-care products for the regular maintenance and renovation of wooden floors. Junckers is therefore able to provide a complete solution, regardless of the task at hand.
Junckers is a professional partner, committed to providing technical support before, during and after any project. All Junckers wooden floors and wood-care products are produced in Denmark, based on the solid traditions of Danish craftsmanship.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
Colour has the extraordinary power to evoke emotion, impact perception and transform an environment. Much is known about the properties of colour and its effect on human behaviour, but what of the medium that transports colour to us – light?
This presentation details the advantages and disadvantages of the LED revolution. It answers questions such as: how can a light source affect our perception of colour? How can a light source compromise an environment and how can it be used to enhance an experience? This seminar identifies the key factors that must be considered when specifying or using LED lighting. It also includes a Q&A.
Atrium Ltd, together with its Scottish division, Kelvin Lighting, is one of the UK’s largest independent specialist lighting distributors and is the exclusive host to some of the world’s most renowned lighting brands. With a reputation for enhancing clients’ projects through the skilful application of artificial light, Atrium adds value through outstanding service, support and a unique portfolio of products. This enables it to create complete and diverse lighting solutions across different market sectors, including retail, commercial, hospitality, residential and public buildings.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 40 minutes
Do you know much about flooring? Do you want to know how to expedite projects within short time frames, reduce costs or easily gain BREEAM certification? This seminar provides a detailed overview of the correct specification process for perfect flooring installations.
It often takes a high degree of effort and creativity to deliver the vision you’ve relayed to clients. It requires attention to detail and an uncompromising commitment to finding solutions to often unusual problems. UZIN’s promise is to deliver product systems that are of the highest quality and safe for the environment. UZIN is always there for you, providing the highest level of technical support.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
How to source the correct brick for renovation, extension and new builds. Includes information on: brick solutions for conservation areas and listed buildings; traditional brick-making techniques and brick evolution; brick types, colours, sizes and regionality, and; problem solving, case studies and practical advice.
Imperial Bricks is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of the finest traditional handmade, wire-cut and pressed bricks in imperial and metric sizes. Using time-honoured manufacturing methods, its skilled brickmakers expertly reproduce authentic colours and textures, making Imperial’s bricks perfect for restoration and renovation work, while also offering an authentic look for new-build projects.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes