External Cladding Systems – Free CPD Seminar

July 31, 2018

At CNC Building Control  we like to invest in our clients which is why we hold regular seminars throughout the year on Building Control related subjects.

Our next seminar “External Cladding Systems” is being delivered by Darren Gormer from Rockpanel and Hedley Thompson from Rockwool and will include information on how to comply with fire safety performance within ventilated and non-ventilated cladding systems for buildings above 18 metres; ways to improve the design of facades, soffits, fascias and more, using high quality, high pressure stone wool board material.

Seminar content :-

  • Introduction to stone wool cladding
  • Principals of using rainscreen systems
  • Stone wool cladding product properties including real life examples
  • The benefits for your design
  • Ventilated construction detailing
  • Design considerations for fire performance
  • Environmental performance and sustainability

When       : Tuesday, 11th September 2018
Venue  A : Council Chamber, South Norfolk House, Long Stratton
Time : 8.30 am registration with presentation starting at 9 am
Venue B  : The Boathouse, Wisbech
Time : 1 pm registration with presentation starting at 1.30 pm
Cost           : FREE
Length     : 1 hour

There will also be an opportunity for questions at the end of the presentations.  Tea/Coffee & bacon rolls (morning), light refreshments (lunchtime) will be available during registration at both venues.

Car Parking – Long Stratton Venue: available  at the Sports and Leisure Centre.

Car Parking – Wisbech Venue: available outside The Boathouse

We are expecting a high response to this presentation and numbers are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment by emailing joanhocking@cncbuildingcontrol.gov.uk.  The closing date for replying is Wednesday, 5th September  2018.

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