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21 July 2015

Roof condensation CPD improved and updated by Klober

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Klober has updated its ‘Elimination of condensation in roofs’ CPD presentation, which examines how to provide ‘breathing roofs’ to prevent the formation of condensation in the roofspace. Certified by the Construction CPD Certification Service, it covers the use of vapour permeable and air-open underlays in cold and warm roof specifications. It features specific reference to[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Underfloor heating specified for luxury loft apartment bathrooms

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The Saint Martins Lofts comprise of 13 apartments, designed by London based architect Darling Associates. The bathrooms have been fitted with Schlüter-BEKOTEC-THERM underfloor heating and Schlüter-DITRA drainage systems With views over the West End and towards the Houses of Parliament, the Soho apartments are an exclusive selection. Darling Associates chose to include the Schlüter-BEKOTEC-THERM underfloor[…]

  • 21 July 2015

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Ultra-low emissivity glazing specified for over 1,000 homes

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Optitherm S1 Plus provides consumers with the opportunity to retrofit their existing window frames with a new double-glazed unit that offers a U-value of just 1.0 W/m2K. The low emissivity glazing system combines superior light transmittance with a highly neutral colour, and can be used for annealed, laminated and toughened applications. Further benefits include easy[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Battersea vision, Passivhaus products, eco-timber & construction robots

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BLOG from Howard Chapman, Editor of Buildingtalk Follow Buildingtalk on Twitter and subscribe the Buildingtalk newsletter Whats new in building – read the latest Buildingtalk Newsletter Battersea vision on the South Bank Battersea vision I live close to the iconic Battersea Power Station which is at the heart of the most important regeneration project in[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Practical timber training courses programme extended

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The courses build on the success of its training sessions, which were introduced in 2014; these attracted a wide range of delegates, including contractors, merchants and timber workers. The new programme includes two level of training – introductory and intermediate – and covers a wide range of timber subjects. Training on the road For the[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

New training facility opens in support of apprenticeships

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Nick Boles has announced that the term ‘apprenticeship’ will, by law, ensure that apprenticeships will be given the same legal treatment as degrees to improve skill recognition between employers and job seekers. Apprenticeships with Deborah Services Roger Hastie, Managing Director of Deborah Services discussed the announcement following the opening of Deborah’s new branch in Birmingham.[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Battersea vision, Passivhaus products, eco-timber and construction robots

Posted on by bt-editor

BLOG from Howard Chapman, Editor of Buildingtalk Follow Buildingtalk on Twitter and subscribe the Buildingtalk newsletter Whats new in building – read the latest Buildingtalk Newsletter Battersea vision on the South Bank Battersea vision I live close to the iconic Battersea Power Station which is at the heart of the most important regeneration project in[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Electrician courses promoted by Stroma and Erudite partnership

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Erudite develops training courses to aid electricians with the skills and knowledge required to provide capable services within the electrical industry. Its City and Guilds training facility is the only Stroma approved centre for the North-West region. Stroma’s partnership with Erudite will ensure electricians are knowledgeable about regular updates within government legislature, and support them[…]

  • 21 July 2015

21 July 2015

Assisted-access care suite installed at Telford College

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Independence for disabled learners Recent research suggests that the number of disabled pupils is increasing: in England alone over 150,000 students have special educational needs, of which only 1.7% attend special schools. Clos-o-Mat’s assisted-access care suite is bigger than a conventional wheelchair-accessible toilet and it includes more equipment. For instance, a height adjustable changing bench,[…]

  • 21 July 2015