Sotech Ltd

The construction industry contributes significantly to climate change, accounting for 40% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions. This CPD seeks to educate specifiers on the urgent need to design for a more sustainable future, in light of an ever-increasing shift towards sustainable design. We will cover how rainscreen cladding can add sustainable value at every stage of the building life cycle as well as key industry trends such as decarbonization, net zero, embodied and operational carbon, and EPD certification, and how all of these can be incorporated into design and specification to reduce emissions. We will explore how digital platforms have transformed the industry and explain how the alignment of BIM and VR integrate with sustainable design. specifiers will learn how to select the most sustainable materials and finishes addressing the three pillars of sustainability - environmental, social, and economic - as well as how to meet government and industry commitments.

This seminar takes an in depth look at the main safety considerations when specifying rainscreen cladding – covering what exactly is required to meet fire safety regulations and the full range of systems, materials and finishes available for your next project. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:
- Safety priorities when specifying rainscreen cladding including the latest fire safety regulations and the differences between A1 and A2 materials
- An overview of the Hackitt report, findings and how this will affect the industry
- Type of rainscreen systems available and the benefits of these
- Testing and certification requirements to comply with building regulations
- Design and sustainability considerations


This CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely