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SFS CPD seminars doubling down on key industry topics

 

As a specialist in all areas of the building envelope, SFS Group Fastening Technology has created a comprehensive selection of CPD seminars which are intended to offer architects and other specifiers valuable insights into relevant industry topics, embracing key issues such as sustainability, safety and structural stability.

The RIBA approved presentations have been compiled to ensure participants gain a better understanding of the topics which range from fall protection systems to the fixing of warm roofs.  Each seminar normally runs for 40 minutes with the opportunity for questions afterwards, while RIBA Chartered Architects will qualify for double CPD points.  There is also the choice of having seminars delivered by the manufacturer’s Specification Team at offices and at the SFS Academy in Leeds or Welwyn Garden City.

Vincent Matthews, the Head of UK Marketing for SFS Group Fastening Technology, commented:

“The CPD sessions have been designed to develop the knowledge of architects and other construction industry professionals on topics impacting the industry.  The subjects include rainscreen cladding systems, designing the correct roof safety systems, and Evolution to Innovation: the fixing of warm roofs.  Each subject is broken down into specific areas: with ‘Airtightness and Thermal Efficiency’, for instance, covering how to test for airtightness, the energy performance of a project design, corrosion issues and cost-effective system specification as well as other aspects.

“Importantly, the CPDs are designed to provide information which will benefit architects in their everyday work, particularly in respect of issues such as energy efficiency trends sustainability, safety and some of the complex challenges raised by changes to legislation.”

As an acknowledged leader in the roofing and cladding industry, SFS has developed a diverse catalogue of products including rainscreen support systems, and has recently collaborated with an insulation manufacturer to create the game-changing NVELOPE ®NVS-RP range of thermally broken stainless steel brackets, facilitating thinner build-ups offering a reaction to fire rating of Euroclass fire classification of A2-s1, d0 good fire as well as energy performance.  Also, the force behind the Fall Protection Installer Network, SFS continues to innovate and helps shape the future of the industry through its CPD programme while offering a growing library of While Papers along with other training and education support.

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Steel and Timber Combine on Stylish Kingspan TEK Self Build

The Kingspan TEK Building System of structural insulated panels (SIPs) has been used to create a spectacular, cantilevered self-build in Oxfordshire, achieving excellent airtightness and energy efficiency with a fast-track build programme.

Homeowner, Daniel Frazer, identified timber frame as his preferred construction method at the outset of the project due to its speed of build and ability to be constructed in most weather conditions. Following discussions with Greenspace Architects and Kingspan TEK Delivery Partners, Point 1 Building Systems, he finally settled on the Kingspan TEK Building System. “I was attracted to SIPs due to their air-tightness and even faster erection speed,” Daniel commented. “I particularly liked the ability to have a roof fabricated from the panels.”

The Kingspan TEK Building System is formed from rigid insulation panels which are faced with OSB/3. Kingspan TEK SIPs are pre-cut to each project’s specifications by trained delivery partners, ensuring a simple, fast and accurate installation once on site. Their unique jointing system also ensures excellent insulation continuity throughout the envelope whilst limiting air-leakage.

The building’s unique angular design presented some unusual challenges for the project team as architect, Geraint Edwards, explained:

“The first-floor volume cantilevers in two directions to create a balcony to the front of the house, along with an inset entrance doorway. We try to minimise the use of steel with SIPs projects but in this case it was necessary. The benefit of Kingspan TEK panels is that they can be used in combination with other structural elements – whether it is steel, glue-lam or masonry. It was also incredibly helpful to have an experienced Kingspan TEK Delivery Partner to advise on detailing and avoid unnecessary complications.”

Point 1 Building Systems used detailed 3D modelling to interrogate the requirements at the quotation stage and ensure an appropriate structural package was developed. Once the design was agreed they precisely manufactured the panels before delivering them to site to a careful scheduled programme. This supported a rapid build programme and allowed materials to be stored within the perimeter of the site, without encroaching into neighbouring plots.

In addition to the steel structural elements, the final package combines 142 mm Kingspan TEK panels with a 25 mm layer of Kingspan Thermawall TW55 and Thermapitch TP10, which was fitted throughout the envelope internally, helping to meet the demanding fabric performance requirements of the Graven Hill development. Besides achieving wall and roof U-values of 0.15 W/m2K, this also meant particular attention had to be paid to detailing.

“Psi-values were calculated showing the performance gain when the 25 mm layers of Kingspan Thermapitch TP10 and Thermawall TW55 were installed internally. Working within the scope of Graven Hill Plot Passport, our SAP assessor was able to confirm the required performance at an early stage to prove compliance.”

The home is also expected to achieve a measured air-leakage rate of less than 1 m3/m2hr @ 50 Pa. Daniel Frazer personally oversaw work to achieve this, which included applying silicone and airtight tape to all junctions other than those between the Kingspan TEK Building System panels.

 

For further information, please contact:

Tel: +44 (0) 1544 387 384

Email: literature@kingspantek.co.uk

Website: www.kingspantek.co.uk

 

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